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A German Black and White Comb Morian Helmet with Ear Flaps

Lot #1 (Sale Order 1 of 200)

A German Black and White Comb Morian Helmet with Ear Flaps A late 16th/early 17th century German black and white high comb morion helmet, possibly for the Munich Town Guard. Helmet is of two-piece construction, with flanged and peaked brim. Exterior of helmet appears to have original black paint finish, with polished and embossed fleur-de-lis on both sides. Item features a plume socket to front and 12 rivets with brass rosette washers. Item also has riveted ear flaps still with interior leather, a rarity among most helmets of the period. Does not appear to have any visible armorer's marks. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: About good. Finish shows scattered pitting, losses, and light oxidation overall. Rolled edges of brim, comb, and ear flaps show cracking and denting. Leather connecting ear flaps to helmet is delicate, with right side ear flap partially torn, most likely due to age and handling. Estimate: 1500 - 2000

An Etched German Burgonet Helmet

Lot #2 (Sale Order 2 of 200)

An Etched German Burgonet Helmet Possible mid-16th century etched German burgonet helmet. Helmet features a one piece construction with high comb, downturned peak, neck guard, and hinged cheek pieces with flanging. Dome, peak, neck guard, and cheek pieces all have rolled edges as well as molded and tapered bands etched with floral scroll and tendrils. Hardware includes riveted hinges and three brass rosettes to rivets on front of crown; a fourth rosette appears to be missing. Left side cheek piece rivets were replaced at some point with two flat head screws. Peak and neck guard both have two holes at points, possibly for buff hooks that may have been removed. Item does not appear to have any armorer marks. Attached to cheek piece is a sales tag from Sotheby's New York. Research showed that this helmet was item #253 in their European Works of Art sale #5321 on May 10, 1985. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Fair to good. Helmet has flaking to finish, pitting, oxidation, and scratching overall. Rolled edges show denting, cracking, and losses. As mentioned, the riveting on left side cheek piece was replaced with screws at some point. Peak appears slightly bent, with a crimp to left side. Estimate: 2000 - 3000

A 17th Century German Etched and Painted Half Suit of Armor

Lot #3 (Sale Order 3 of 200)

A 17th Century German Etched and Painted Half Suit of Armor About 26" x 22" x 14". Half suit of armor with etched borders to all plates enclosing black painted panels with attached split fauld, spaulders, and gorget. Item manufactured in the style of German armor dating from the 17th Century, with the breast and backplate showing no visible armorer marks. All plates feature a continuous pattern of foliate scroll etching subdividing the breast and backplate into four panels that divide into two flowing over left and right fauld and spaulders. Item is of riveted construction with the majority of components held in place with iron rivets and plates attached via leather straps and buckles. Spaulders have been mounted for display via a series of modern bolts piercing all seven segments of each spaulder. Nuts protrude into the interior space. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good. Item shows a deep brown patina overall with some flaking to the painted finish on all plates. Multiple rivets missing to the breastplate, gorget, and spaulder. All leather straps and buckles show signs of hardening and cracking. Modern mounting bolts on the spaulder show a deep brown patina. Breast and backplate are joined by a length of steel wire. Estimate: 6000 - 10000

A Mid-17th Century European Crossbow

Lot #4 (Sale Order 4 of 200)

A Mid-17th Century European Crossbow A mid-17th century Central European-style sporting crossbow, possibly made in Germany. Item has a slightly curved 25.5" walnut stock with straight grip and a carved cheek rest. Stock is inlaid with carved staghorn fittings. 22" steel bow has cord binding and string. Item features double set triggers, an iron suspension ring to forend, and a large iron triggerguard (possibly added later). Butt is fitted with a staghorn fitting that appears to be carved J.G.64. or 1664. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: About good. Bow and triggerguard show pitting, residue, and oxidation. Stock has scattered scratches and mars, as well as hairline cracks and losses along top inlay. Cords show heavy fraying and discoloration, with right side of bow missing most of cord and left side appearing delicate but intact. String appears loose and has scattered frays and discoloration. Butt and forend stag horn fittings appear darker in coloration than stag horn inlays. Stock is also missing three inlay pieces on right side and bottom. Action still very strong and functional. Estimate: 1500 - 2500

18th Century Continental French Style Flintlock Officer's Fusil

Lot #5 (Sale Order 5 of 200)

18th Century Continental French Style Flintlock Officer's Fusil American Revolution .708" caliber. 40.5" round barrel secured by four spring-retained bands. SN: NSN. Bright finish, iron furniture, European hardwood stock. Single shot smoothbore flintlock musket. 5.75" slightly curved flat faceted lock plate with pronounced teat at the rear with a detachable bridled, faceted and fenced iron pan and a flat faceted reinforced cock. The lock is unmarked and remains in original flint. The flat faceted two-screw side plate has a flat bottom, a roughly cloud like profile and a teat at the rear. The triggerguard plate is 12.75" in overall length with a 3.5" extension forward of the guard bow and a 6.375" extension to the rear. The barrel is marked with a large G and with what may be a rudimentary Fleur-de-lis on the top of the breech, with the obverse butt stamped with the same G mark four times in a cross pattern with the same rudimentary Fleur-de-lis mark stamped three times with the middle one upside down. A small {CROWN}/V.S is stamped on the left side of the barrel near the breech and the number 275 is stamped along the toe line of the stock behind the triggerguard. The gun is otherwise unmarked. The round barrel is secured by a screw through the tang and four flat, sheet iron barrel bands with the upper band double strapped and all retention springs positioned to the rear of the bands. A lug for a socket bayonet is located under the barrel 1" from the muzzle. Screw-retained sling swivels are present on a lug forward of the triggerguard and on the third barrel band. A full-length steel trumpet head ramrod is present that retains threads on the end and appears to be original to the gun. The stock has a graceful, semi-Roman nosed profile with a tall comb and an abrupt drop to the wrist. The length of pull is nominally 12.75" with a 1.5" drop at the comb and a 2.5" drop at the heel. An attractive, light and handy officer's fusil in a French style that may be Liege-made, which remains in original flint and likely dates from the 3rd quarter of the 18th century. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very good. Smooth bore is moderately oxidized with scattered pitting. Metal lightly cleaned with a dull steel patina. Breech markings remain clear. Lock remains mechanically functional but the mainspring is cracked so the action is weak and mushy. Lock and barrel both remain in original flint with an endoscopic inspection of the breech revealing no welding or alterations. Stock is crisply marked on the butt and remains in good to very good condition with two diagonal cracks in the obverse forend at the second and third barrel bands and some minor chipped loss along the upper edge of the stock forward of the second band. Otherwise, the wood shows some scattered bumps, dings and mars. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

An Interesting Edo-Period Japanese Katana with 39-Character Tameshi Giri (Cutting Test) Mei

Lot #6 (Sale Order 6 of 200)

An Interesting Edo-Period Japanese Katana with 39-Character Tameshi Giri (Cutting Test) Mei 29" nagasa. 44" overall with tsuka and saya. Large shinogi-zukuri katana with a single hole nakago that has 39-character mei engraved and rubbed with what appears to be chalk (29 characters to right side and 10 characters to left side). The large amount of mei on both sides of the nakago could possibly be tameshi giri mei that documents the results of the blade cutting test, tester's name, date of test, date sword was made, swordsmith, and who the sword was made for. It also has an iron tsuba that is ornately chiseled depicting a water dragon with gold eyes and tails to both sides. Tsuba is also signed with 12-character mei around nakago ana (6 characters to both sides). Blade features a mosame hada, sugu hamon, ihori mune, O-kissaki, and what appears to be yakizume boshi. Mountings include iron fuchi and kashira with silver chrysanthemum details, white same, black ito, matching gold dragon menukis, and a leather wrapped saya with single hanger. Other mountings include copper habaki with koshi-yujo style file marks, and brass seppa that both appear to be signed to inside faces. Some possible loose translations of the mei suggest that it may have been made in the Mutsu province sometime around 1801-1804. Tameshi giri was possibly conducted on the 2nd day of the 3rd month of whatever year the sword was made, and was finished for the sword recipient on the 17th day of the 12th month of that same year. Other possible translations of the mei include Fujiwara and Minamoto. There are 18 characters that have yet to be translated. Tameshi giri (test cut) was a common practice used by samurai and swordsmiths to test the quality of their blades during the Edo period (1600-1868). Often times a samurai would test his own sword, or a renowned samurai would be chosen by the daimyo if a number of swords meant for the lord's troops were to be tested. The test loosely measured how effective a blade's cutting edge was, and was measured by the amount of bodies or body parts sliced through with a single blow. These tests were often carried out on war prisoners, prisoners sentenced to death, and even on random passersby/drifters (known as tsugi giri, or "slicing at crossroads"). This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good. Blade shows light scratches overall most likely from improper polishing, as well as scattered small clusters of pitting, grain openings, and small bites along edge of blade. Mountings are all in about good condition as well, mekugi peg may be too small. Leather saya shows scratching, losses, and discoloration to thread Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Exceptionally Rare Dreyse Faucet Breech Needle Fire Sporting Carbine circa 1830s

Lot #7 (Sale Order 7 of 200)

Exceptionally Rare Dreyse Faucet Breech Needle Fire Sporting Carbine circa 1830s 9mm. 18.75" octagonal barrel. SN: 15482. Blued finish, iron mountings, checkered European hardwood stock with raised cheek rest. Single shot breechloading needle rifle with faucet breech. Left side of barrel marked CAL:0.34.6 GRAN Pluv near the breech, under the breech operating lever, indicating the caliber and powder charge. The barrel is additionally marked STAHL, indicating steel and with the serial number. The last two digits of the serial number, 82, are found on the screw heads, the reverse of the cocking piece and on the reverse of the breech lever. The rear sight consists of a fixed and folding leaf, while the front sight is a dovetailed blade. The rifle is equipped with classic Germanic sporting sling mounts, including a small swivel under the barrel and a large button along the toe line of the stock. While the triggerguard is of iron, the rifle was produced without a buttplate and has a lovely slightly rounded shotgun style butt. Cocking the action unlocks the operating lever, allowing it to be lowered, thus rotating the faucet breech to allow the loading of the self-contained Dreyse paper cartridge. The gun's design is based upon the earlier Dreyse-Collenbusch muzzleloading needle fire pistol that was introduced in the 1820s. By 1834 the system had been improved to be a breechloading design based upon the faucet breech concept. Little information is available about these early Dreyse rifles and the rather low powder charge of nominally 5 grains of black powder has caused some authors to deduce that these were gallery guns. However the presence of sling mounts and an adjustable leaf rear sight suggests that the real purpose was similar to the English Rook Rifle, with the purpose being the taking of small game and eradication of pests. An exceptionally rare rifle, that is practically never seen for sale in the United States. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very good. Bore partly bright with scattered oxidation and crisp rifling. Metal with some original blue that has flaked, faded and worn and mixed with a mostly smoothly oxidized plum brown patina. Markings remain clear and crisp. Action is mechanically functional, although the tip of the needle appear to have broken off. Wood shows scattered bumps, dings and mars, with crisp checkering at the wrist, showing some wear. Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Ames Model 1850 Staff & Field Officers Sword Presented to Major W.G. Bartholomew 27th Mass Infantry

Lot #8 (Sale Order 8 of 200)

Ames Model 1850 Staff & Field Officers Sword Presented to Major W.G. Bartholomew 27th Mass Infantry - Twice POW & WIA with Two CDV's American Civil War 32" single-edged slightly curved blade with a 22" stopped median fuller. 38" in overall length. 6" hilt with gilt brass guard decorated with foliate themes with a US in the face. Grooved wooden grip covered in shagreen with 15 wraps of twisted wire. Blade etched with flowing foliate scrolls, as well as patriotic and martial themes with a weak etched Ames mark on the obverse above the ricasso. The sword is accompanied by its Ames marked brass mounted steel scabbard. The face of the upper mount is engraved: Presented to/Maj. WG Bartholomew/27th Regt Mass Vols/by the/Express Boys/of Springfield Mass/Jan 1st 1862. The sword is accompanied by two CDVs of Bartholomew, one being a studio image that appears to include this sword, and a large binder of information and research about him. An article about Bartholomew and this sword was written by Wiley Sword and published in the November 1970 issue of The Gun Report. The sword was purchased by Wiley Sword from Norm Flayderman in 1966 and the original receipt is included with the various documents. Walter G. Bartholomew (1826-1912) spent his early working life as an enlisted man in the US Army. From 1849-1854 he served in the US Army's Corps of Engineers, rising to the rank of corporal. Unable to support his family on the low enlistedman's pay, he left military service and found work with the Thompson's Express company in Springfield, MA. With the outbreak of the Civil War Bartholomew's military experience was considered a great asset and he was commissioned a captain in the 27th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry on October 16, 1861, commanding company H. On December 7, 1861 Bartholomew was promoted to Major. The 27th was one of the regiments that participated in Burnside's North Carolina Expedition, fighting at Roanoke Island and New Berne. Bartholomew, now a major, was the first Union solider to land on Roanoke Island and led the 27th during this amphibious assault. On May 29, 1863 Bartholomew was promoted to lieutenant colonel. The regiment remained in North Carolina through early 1864 when it was recalled to the Virginia theater of operations. On May 16, 1864, at Drewry's Bluff much of the regiment was captured, along with Bartholowmew. He was initially confined at Libby Prison but was soon moved to Charleston, SC where he was confined under the shelling of US ordnance. He was exchanged on August 2, 1864 and promoted to colonel on September 21, 1864. However due to the small number of men remaining in the regiment he was never officially mustered as a colonel. On March 8, 1865 at the Battle of Southwest Creek, NC the 27th was surrounded and during the action Bartholomew was badly wounded in the leg below his knee and captured. Bartholomew was stripped of nearly all of his personal belongings and much of his clothing at that time, including his sword. Initially the Confederate surgeon wanted to amputate the leg but was bribed by another of the 27th Mass officers to try to save the leg, which he did. However he did not clean the wound well and it troubled Bartholomew for years until a piece of leather from his boot that was taken into the wound, worked its way out on its own. While in the Confederate hospital in High Point, NC Bartholmew was visited by the commander of the 28th GA, Col. Zachary, who returned Bartholomew's sword due to his heroism under fire. The end of the war brought Bartholmew's release from his second stint as a POW. He received an invalid pension for the rest of his life and moved to Tampa after the war, dying in 1912. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Ex-Norm Flayderman, Ex-Wiley Sword Condition: Very good. Blade a dull pewter color with the etching mostly visible, but weak in some areas due to wear. Metal with some scattered surface oxidation and discoloration. Hilt with some traces of gilt, grip with moderate wear and some minor surface loss on the high edges and contact points. Wire intact, throat washer present. Scabbard with moderate oxidation and some dings and dents, mostly in the brass mounts. CDVS are good to very good with both having clipped corners. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

French Import Foot Officers Sword of Lt. Col. John C. Black - Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient

Lot #9 (Sale Order 9 of 200)

French Import Foot Officers Sword Etched to Lt. Col. John C. Black - 37th Illinois Infantry and Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient American Civil War 30" single-edged quill back blade with a full-length stopped fuller. Blade 1.12" wide at ricasso, with an overall length of 35.5". 5.75" hilt cast brass guard with open work foliate face. Grooved wood grip without covering or wire. Spine of blade etched with the retailer name H. Folsom & Co St. Louis Mo. Blade with French arsenal touch and inspection marks on the obverse ricasso. Blade etched with flowing foliate and martial themes and with the presentation on the obverse that reads: Presented to Lieut. Col. John C Black By the Officers of the 37th Illinois Inf. Prairie Grove, Ark. The etching is very weak and difficult to see or read. No scabbard is present. Three medals from Black's time in the G.A.R. are included with the sword. One is for the 33rd Annual GAR Department of Illinois Encampment, which depicts Black on the medal's face as the Department Commander for 1898, one is a National Staff medal from the 1904 Boston encampment, and a second 1904 Boston medal is included, a gilt and enamel Representative medal. The sword is also accompanied by a large binder of research and information about Black. John C. Black (1839-1915) was born in Lexington, MS and attended Wabash College in Indiana where he received his degree. He initially enlisted in the 11th Indiana Volunteer Infantry on April 14, 1861. The 11th was a 90-day regiment where he served as the Sergeant Major for the regiment. The regiment was mustered out of service on August 4, 1861. On September 21, 1861 Black was commissioned a major in the 37th Illinois Volunteer Infantry. The 37th Illinois' first major action was at Pea Ridge, AR on March 7, 1862, where Black was severely wounded. On July 17, 1862 Black was promoted to lieutenant colonel. At Prairie Grove, AR on December 7, 1862 Black was wounded again. He was also awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for his actions that day. The citation reads: "Gallantly charged the position of the enemy at the head of his regiment, after two other regiments had been repulsed and driven down the hill, and captured a battery; was severley wounded." On February 1, 1863 Black was promoted to colonel. The 37th served during the Vicksburg Campaign and other operations in the deep south, including the movements and campaigns around Mobile and Fort Blakely in 1864-1865. He was promoted to Brevet Brigadier General for his actions at Fort Blakely on March 13, 1865. He resigned his commission on August 15, 1865. After the war Black studied law in Chicago and passed the bar in 1867, working as an attorney in Danville, IL. He also served as US Commissioner of Pensions (1885-89), served in the US House of Representatives (1893-95) and was the Commander-in-Chief of the G.A.R. in 1903. He died in 1915. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Good. Blade cleaned long ago with weak etching, moderate oxidation and a mottled grayish patina. Guard and knuckle bow exhibit some wobble. The GAR medal is fine and the ribbon is detached. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Imported Foot Officer's Sword Presented to Maj. (Col.) James A. Lane - WIA at Gettysburg

Lot #10 (Sale Order 10 of 200)

Imported Foot Officer's Sword Presented to Maj. (Col.) James A. Lane - 102nd New York Infantry - WIA at Gettysburg. American Civil War 32.5" slightly curved single-edged spear point blade with 22.5" stopped median fuller. Blade 1.1" wide at ricasso, overall length 38.5". 6.25" hilt with gilt brass guard and grooved wooden grip covered in shagreen with thirteen wraps of multi-strand wire. Spine of blade etched IRON PROOF. Blade etched with a foliate scroll panel on the obverse with the central figure being a spread-winged eagle over the motto E PLURIBUS UNUM in a ribbon. The reverse similarly engraved with a large US being the central image. The sword is accompanied by its gilt brass mounted leather scabbard with the upper mount engraved: Presented to/Maj. J.C. Lane/102nd NYSV/May 5, 1862. A large binder of information and research regarding lane is included. The sword was previously offered for sale in Norm Flayderman's Catalog #93 and subsequently sold to Wiley Sword who wrote an article about the sword for the January 1994 issue of Gettysburg Magazine. The sword was subsequently sold at the Wiley Sword collection auction in 1999 which was administered by James D. Julia and the sword was sold again by James D Julia in October of 2007. James C. Lane (1823-1888) was 38 years old when he volunteered for the Union cause on January 1, 1862. On March 7, 1862 he was commissioned the major of the 102nd New York Volunteer Infantry. The regiment saw its first action at Cedar Mountain on August 9, where Major Lane led the regiment. The 102nd then participated in the Maryland Campaign that culminated at Antietam where Lane, now a lieutenant colonel, was noted for his gallantry in fighting around the Dunker Church. Lane was subsequently promoted to colonel and command of the regiment on December 14, 1862. the 102nd started 1863 with Burnside's Mud March and then fought at Chancellorsville and Gettysburg. Lane was wounded in intensive fighting around Culp's Hill on July 2nd, receiving a gunshot wound in the arm. The fall of 1863 saw the 102nd NY transferred to the Western Theater where they participated in the Chattanooga Campaign and fought at the Battles of Lookout Mountain, Missionary Ridge and Ringgold Gap. The regiment continued to fight in the west through the Atlanta Campaign. Lane was discharged on July 12, 1864 due to the consolidation of the 102nd NY with the 78th NY. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Ex-Norm Flayderman, Ex-Wiley Sword Condition: Good to very good. Blade with some traces of original polish and moderately oxidized to a dull gray with scattered oxidation and age discoloration. Metal with some scattered pinpricking as well. Guard with traces of gilt finish, grip covering with wear and some minor loss. Wire essentially intact with some areas of looseness. A leather throat washer is present. Scabbard about good, leather is dry and still with moderate flaking, crazing and finish loss. Mounts with traces of gilt. Drag loose and not securely attached. Estimate: 4000 - 6000

US Model 1840 Medical Staff Sword Engraved to Assistant Surgeon Benjamin Taft - 20th Mass Infantry

Lot #11 (Sale Order 11 of 200)

US Model 1840 Medical Staff Sword Engraved to Assistant Surgeon Benjamin Taft - 20th Mass Infantry American Civil War 30" narrow, unfullered, straight spear-point blade, 35" in overall length. 5" gilt cast brass hilt with MS on the face of the obverse langet, and a large droop-winged eagle on the bulbous part of the grip near the pommel on both sides. 4" cross guard with feathery and foliate themes with the quillons curled to the rear at the ends. Blade etched with flowing foliate designs with patriotic and martial themes, but no medical or US Medical Service devices. There are no apparent maker's marks but the style of etching suggests it is by Klingenthal with the markings concealed by the langets. The sword is accompanied by its gilt brass scabbard with chiseled mounts and is engraved on the obverse between the upper and middle mounts: B.F. Taft/Ast. Surgeon 20th Mass. Vols./Fredericksburg. The sword is accompanied by a large binder of research and information about Taft. The sword was purchased from Andrew Mowbray in 1981. Benjamin Taft was a doctor from Blackstone, MA who was appointed the Assistant Surgeon of the 20th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry on August 22, 1862. Known as the "Harvard Regiment" the 20th saw its first action at Ball's Bluff on October 21, 1861. Prior to Taft's appointment the regiment had seen service during the Peninsula Campaign and the Seven Days before Richmond, culminating with the fight at Malvern Hill. After Taft joined the regiment they participated in the Maryland Campaign, including South Mountain (in reserve) and Antietam. They were heavily engaged during the Battle of Fredericksburg, taking casualties as one of the regiments that crossed the river in boats and participated in the house to house fighting in the town. During the assault on Mayre's Heights the took more casualties with the total for the battle around 200. It is likely this heavy butcher's bill to which the inscription on the sword refers. In January of 1863 Taft was transferred to the 19th Mass Infantry to replace their assistant surgeon who had been promoted to surgeon. However, in March of 1863 he resigned citing health issues that developed as a result of being on campaign. He died due to these health issues in December of 1864. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Ex-Andrew Mowbray Condition: About very good. Blade dull with scattered surface oxidation and moderate freckled discoloration. Etching mostly intact, with some wear and minor loss. Hilt with a rich, untouched patina with traces of gilt. Scabbard with traces of gilt and a few scattered minor dings. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Collins & Co. Model 1840 NCO Sword of William E. Simonds - Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient

Lot #12 (Sale Order 12 of 200)

Published Collins & Co. Model 1840 NCO Sword Presented to William E. Simonds - 25th Connecticut Infantry - Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient at Irish Bend, LA American Civil War 32" single-edged straight spear point blade with a 29" stopped median fuller, .85" wide at the ricasso. 38.5" in overall length with a 6.5" cast brass hilt and guard with single knuckle bow. Reverse ricasso is stamped COLLINS & CO/HARTFORD/CONN/1862. The blade is etched with flowing foliate scrolls and vines with the barely legible legend 25th/C VOL on the weak image of a knapsack as part of a trophy of arms on the obverse and W.E. Simonds in a ribbon on the reverse. When the sword was first offered for sale by Skinner in 1987 from the collection of Stanley A. Olpp, it did not have a scabbard, and one was added at some point in time. A blued steel 1840 patterns scabbard with brass mounts now accompanies the sword. The sword is pictured and discussed on page 205 of John Thillmann's Civil War Army Swords. Simonds' commission also accompanies the sword, along with a binder of information and research about him. William Edgar Simonds (1842-1903) was an employee at Collins & Company in Hartford when he enlisted in the 25th Connecticut Volunteer Infantry on August 18, 1862. He was appointed the regimental sergeant major and as such was entitled to wear the US Model 1840 NCO sword. As a Collins employee it is likely that this specially etched Collins-made Model 1840 sword was given to him by his friends at that company. The 25th CT was a 9-month regiment that performed all of its service in the Department of the Gulf, primarily in Louisiana. On April 14, 1863 Simonds would receive a battlefield commission to 2nd lieutenant for his heroism under fire at the Battle of Irish Bend. His actions would also be rewarded in 1899 when he became a Congressional Medal of Honor recipient for his heroism that day. The citation reads: "Displayed great gallantry, under a heavy fire from the enemy, in calling in the skirmishers and assisting in forming the line of battle." Simonds was later wounded on June 14, 1863 at the Battle of Port Hudson. Simonds was mustered out on August 26,, 1863. After his service he attended Yale Law School and received his law degree in two years. He went to work as an attorney, specializing in patent and trademark law. He was elected to the Connecticut General Assembly in 1882, eventually serving as Speaker of the Connecticut House. In 1888 he was elected to Congress. In 1890 President Benjamin Harrison appointed him Patent Commissioner, a position he served in until 1893, when he returned to the private practice of law. He died in Hartford in 1903. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Good. Blade a dull gray with moderate oxidation and age staining, some minor surface roughness and some very lightly scattered pitting. Etching worn and weak over much of the blade. The last 5" of the blade are slightly bent. Hilt with a rich, uncleaned butterscotch patina. There is a split in the feral behind the guard on the obverse. Added steel scabbard with traces of blue and moderate surface oxidation, showing wear, dings and mars. Estimate: 5000 - 8000

Klingenthal Non-Reg Combination Hilt French 1838/1853 Sword of Lt. T Hickey - WIA at Cold Harbor

Lot #13 (Sale Order 13 of 200)

Klingenthal Non-Regulation Combination Hilt French 1838/1853 Sword Presented to Lt. Thomas Hickey - 164th New York Infantry - WIA at Cold Harbor and Died of Wounds American Civil War 30.5" slightly curved single edged spear point blade, 36.5" in overall length. 5.5" French combination hilt with multi-branch guard, chiseled backstrap and pommel cap and large eagle in the face of the guard. Grooved wooden grip covered in white shagreen with thirteen wraps of multi-strand wire. Spine with weak Klingenthal markings, partially obscured by etching. Blade with etched foliate themes, panoplies of arms, a US on the reverse and an eagle and E Pluribus Unum on the obverse. Leather scabbard with engraved gilt brass mounts, with the drag being particularly embellished. The obverse of the middle mount is engraved Lieut. Thos. Hickey/from/Co. C./155th N.Y.V. The sword is accompanied by a large binder of research and information about Hickey. Thomas Hickey (1839-1864) was born in Canada of Irish immigrant parents and moved to America at a young age, settling in Potsdam, NY. He was approximately 23 years old when he joined the what would become one of the regiments of "Cochran's Irish Legion", which included the 182nd NY (69th NYSM), 155th NY, 164th NY and 170th NY. Records indicate that he was not actually commissioned until November 2, 1862 which was into Company A of the 164th NY. This may indicate the reason that the scabbard was engraved with 155th rather than 164th. The 164th was a Zouave unit and saw service in many of the major engagements in Virginia from the summer of 1863 through the end of the war. The regiment was first bloodied at the Battle of Deserted House and then participated in the Siege of Suffolk. They fought at Spotsylvania Court House, Totopotomoy Creek and Cold Harbor. At Cold Harbor Hickey was wounded five times, with one of the wounds destroying his right arm which had to be amputated. He died of his wounds on July 7, 1864. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Good. Blade a dull gray with moderate oxidation and age staining, retaining much of the etching but with areas where it is weak and worn. Hilt with an untouched patina, grip with some handling wear and a couple of small areas where it is worn through. Scabbard with moderate wear, surface crazing and moderate flaked finish loss. Mounts with an untouched patina. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Schuyler, Hartley & Graham 1850 Foot Officers Sword of Capt. Charles Amory- POW at The Crater

Lot #14 (Sale Order 14 of 200)

Schuyler, Hartley & Graham 1850 Foot Officers Sword of Capt. Charles Amory - 24th Mass Infantry - POW at The Crater American Civil War 31.25" slightly curved single-edged spear point blade, 37" overall length. 6" hilt with traditional 1850 foot officer's pattern guard, grooved wood grip covered in shagreen with fourteen wraps of twisted wire. Reverse ricasso with Clauberg maker's mark, obverse with Schuyler, Hartley & Graham retailer's mark. Blade acid etched with highly detailed flowing foliate scrolls, martial and patriotic themes. The inner face of the counterguard is engraved: Capt. Charles B. Amory/24th Mass. Vol. Inf. The brass mounted leather scabbard is included. The sword is accompanied by a CDV of Amory, a copy of his brief military autobiography, a copy of the regimental history that he helped write and also by a large binder of research about Amory. Charles B. Amory (1841-1919) was a 20 year old clerk from Jamaica Plain, MA when he was commissioned a 1st lieutenant in Company F of the 24th Massachusetts Infantry on September 2, 1861. The 24th Mass was initially deployed as part of Burnside's North Carolina Expedition, fighting at the Battles of Roanoke Island and New Berne in February and March of 1863. While companies A and C were sent to Washington DC in May of 1862, the balance of the regiment stayed North Carolina operating around New Berne, Goldsboro, Kingston and Whitehall. On September 27, 1862 Amory was promoted to captain of his company. In 1863 the regiment regiment spent most of the year in operations in South Carolina, including the Battle of Secessionville, the investment of Morris Island, the assault and later siege of Forts Wagner and Gregg. The regiment was redeployed to Florida in the St, Augustine area in September. The regiment remained on station in Florida until the spring of 1864 when it was transferred to the Virginia theater of operations. On May 18, 1864 Amory was promoted to the Adjutant General of Volunteers, serving as the Assistant Adjutant General. On July 30, 1864, when the mine was exploded in Petersburg which resulted in the Battle of the Crater, Amory was captured. He was confined in a Confederate prison in South Carolina, from which he eventually escaped. He returned to Union lines and on March 13, 1865 received a brevet promotion to major for his gallantry at Petersburg. Amory resigned on May 9, 1865. After the war he worked primarily as a cotton broker and was active in the GAR and Veteran activities. He was one of six Massachusetts veterans selected to represent the state at the 1913 50th Anniversary of Gettysburg, a battle he had not been involved in. Amory wrote a self-published monograph about his wartime services after the war and helped to write the regimental history of the 24th Mass. Copies of both books are included with the sword. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Good. Blade moderately oxidized with a dark patina and areas of more significant age staining. Etching mostly visible with wear and loss. Guard with a rich, uncleaned patina and some dings and bending at the counterguard and quillon. Grip well worn with moderate amounts of surface loss to the covering and some looseness to the wire. Scabbard is delicate with moderate wear, crazing and finish loss to the leather. Some moderate creasing is present, particularly near the drag with this area rather weak. A pieced and soldered repair that appears to be period is present at the top of the drag, possibly to reinforce and repair the leather in this area, which is quite weak. Books and CDV both good to very good. Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Hortsmann Retailed Import Model 1850 Staff and Field Officer's Sword Presented to Capt. Ira Ayer

Lot #15 (Sale Order 15 of 200)

Hortsmann Retailed Import Model 1850 Staff and Field Officer's Sword Presented to Capt. Ira Ayer - 116th NY Infantry American Civil War 31.25" single-edged spear point blade, with a 22.5" stopped median fuller. Blade 1.15" wide at ricasso with an overall length of 37.25" 6" hilt with gilt brass guard with US in the face and foliate decorations. Grooved wooden grip covered in shagreen with fifteen wraps of multi-strand wire. Blade deeply etched with foliate motifs, as well as martial and patriotic themes with a large US on the reverse and a spread-winged Eagle on the obverse. The obverse ricasso is etched W.H./HORSTMANN /& SONS/PHILADELPHIA. The spine of the blade is etched IRON PROOF. The sword is a accompanied by its brass mounted, center-seamed leather scabbard. The upper mount is engraved on the obverse: Capt. Ira Ayer/Co. A 116th Regt/N.Y.S.V. above the suspension ring, and Presented by/Senatorial Military Com. below the suspension ring. Ira Ayer (1802-1889) was 59 years old when he was commissioned captain of Company A, 116th New York Volunteer Infantry on August 12, 1862. He was a veteran of the 1838 "Patriot War" (Upper Canada Rebellion) and had served as the colonel in the 48th New York Militia during that conflict. The 116th NY was organized in Buffalo, NY primarily of Erie County men. The regiment departed for Baltimore in September 1862 and spent part of the fall of that year in operations against J.E.B. Stuart in Pennsylvania. In November the regiment moved to Fortress Monroe and traveled by ship to join Bank's Louisiana Expedition as part of Emery's Brigade, 8th Corps. In January the regiment was reassigned to the 1st Brigade, 3rd Division, 19th Corps of the Army of the Gulf, and the following month moved to the 1st Brigade, 1st Division of the same Corps. The regiment took part in the Port Hudson Campaign, seeing combat at Plain's Store and the assault on Port Hudson. On March 1, 1863 Ayer was discharged due to disability. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Good. Blade dulled with a mottled and oxidized dark and medium gray patina and showing some scattered moderate pitting, most obvious in the last few inches near the tip. Hilt with traces of gilt with the counter guard bent and cracked. Grip with light to moderate wear and wire intact. Throat washer present. Scabbard with moderate wear, flaked finish loss and some looseness in the upper and middle mounts. Estimate: 2000 - 3000

1850 Foot Officers Sword Identified to Captain Julius Ellendorf - WIA at Cold Harbor

Lot #16 (Sale Order 16 of 200)

1850 Foot Officers Sword Identified to Captain Julius Ellendorf - 42nd NY and 93rd NY Infantry - WIA at Cold Harbor American Civil War 30" slightly curved single-edged spear point blade, 36" in overall length. 6" hilt with gilt brass guard, leather covered grooved wooden grip and fifteen wraps of twisted wire. Unmarked as to maker or retailer. Plain blade without etching. The sword is accompanied by its brass mounted leather scabbard with an old, very faded paper label on the obverse between the throat and upper mount that appears to read: Sword belonging to/Capt. Julius M/Ellendorf/Co A 42nd NY. An officer's gold bullion sword knot is attached to the hilt. A binder of information about Ellendorf, primarily copies of his available service records, is included. Julius M. Ellendorf was 21 years old when he enlisted in the 42nd New York Volunteer Infantry as a sergeant on June 22, 1861. He was mustered into Company D and like most of these early war regiments the "Tammany Regiment" as the 42nd was known was initially sent to the defenses of Washington. Their first action was at Ball's Bluff that October from which the moved to Harpers Ferry. The regiment was part of the Peninsula Campaign, fighting at the Siege of Yorktown and Seven Pines before seeing combat during the Seven Days before Richmond. The regiment was engaged at Antietam during the Maryland Campaign and Fredericksburg at the end of the year. 1863 started with the Mud March in January and on February 12 Ellendorf was promoted to 2nd lieutenant, having previously being raised to 1st sergeant of company D and was transferred to company H. On April 3 he was promoted again, this time to 1st lieutenant. During much of this period he served as the acting regimental adjutant and was finally officially placed in that position. The regiment fought during the Chancellorsville campaign and at Gettysburg. The regiment saw additional service during the end of 1863, including the Mine Run Campaign. 1864 brought Grant's Overland Campaign with fighting at The Wilderness, Spotsylvania Courthouse, Cold Harbor and the Siege of Petersburg. On June 4, 1864 Ellendorf was wounded at Cold Harbor and was discharged on July 13. On July 20 he was commissioned into the Field & Staff of the 93rd New York Infantry as their regimental adjutant and was mustered out on November 1, 1864. His pension reports noted that during his service he suffered a rupture in the right groin and a wound in the ankle. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Good. Blade lightly cleaned with mottled oxidation and spotted discoloration. Grip with wear, wire intact. Guard with minute traces of gilt in protected areas, with bent quillon. Scabbard well worn and weak with significant crazing and flaked finish loss. Leather with creases and weak areas and should be handled very carefully. Brass mounts with a rich, untouched patina. Label old with very faint writing. Sword knot with moderate wear. Estimate: 2000 - 3000

PDL British 1821 Pattern Sword Inscribed to Capt. Frank Chamberlain - WIA at Gettysburg

Lot #17 (Sale Order 17 of 200)

PDL British 1821 Pattern Sword Inscribed to Capt. Frank Chamberlain - 125th New York Volunteers - WIA at Gettysburg American Civil War 31.25" slightly curved single-edged spear point quill back blade with rounded spine. 37" in overall length. 5.5" hilt with brass two branch guard with knuckle bow, full backstrap and ball finial pommel cap. Grooved wooden palm swell grip covered in shagreen with twelve wraps of multi-strand wire. Plain blade marked on the obverse in a ribbon P.D. Lunescholoss/Waffenfabrikant and in Solingen in a ribbon on the reverse. The sword is accompanied by its moderately oxidized steel scabbard with brass mounts is engraved between the throat and upper mount: Captain/F. Chamberlin 125 Regt./N.Y.V. A large bind of research and information about Chamberlain is included with the sword. Frank Chamberlain was 20 years old from Troy, NY when he enlisted in the 125th New York Infantry on August 18, 1862. He was commissioned as a 1st lieutenant in Company F on September 10 and was captured with the regiment at Harpers Ferry on September 15 in the immediate prelude to the Battle of Antietam. He was paroled the following day. The regiment was sent to Camp Douglas in Chicago under parole until officially exchanged in late November of 1862. On December 11, 1862 Chamberlain was promoted to Captain and transferred to the command of Company C. The regiment returned to Virginia and saw their first major combat at Gettysburg, followed by Bristoe Station that fall. On July 3rd at Gettysburg Chamberlain received a gunshot wound in his right arm. 1864 brought Grant's Overland Campaign with the Battles of the Wilderness, Spotsylvania and Cold Harbor. Chamberlain was discharged on June 19, 1864 as the Siege of Petersburg was commencing. After the war Chamberlain worked primarily as a carriage builder. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Very good. Lightly oxidized blade with scattered discoloration and freckling. Some more moderate discoloration and light pitting are present on the last few inches near the tip. Hilt with a rich, untouched ocher patina. Grip with some light wear. Wire and throat washer intact. Scabbard moderately oxidized with scattered minor dings and dents. Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Imported 1840 Type Heavy Cavalry Officers Saber Presented to Lt. James Bradley- 131st NY Volunteers

Lot #18 (Sale Order 18 of 200)

Imported 1840 Type Heavy Cavalry Officers Saber Presented to Lt. James Bradley - 131st NY Volunteers American Civil War 34.25" curved, singled-edged blade, 39.75" in overall length. 5.25" hilt with decorated and chased gilt brass two branch guard with knuckle bow and cord wrapped wood grip covered in leather with with thirteen warps of doubled double strand twisted wire. While unmarked as to maker or retailer, the hilt style and etched IRON PROOF on the spine are consistent with Solingen made cavalry officers swords by Clauberg. Blade decorated with traditional acid etched motifs, including foliate, marital and patriotic. The sword is accompanied by its gilt brass scabbard which is engraved over most of its surfaces and has chased mounts. Between the mounts on the obverse it is engraved: Presented to/Lieut. J.H. Bradley/adjt. 1st. M.G. 131st N.Y.S.V./by/the Non. Coms./Sept. 12th, 1862. The sword is published in David Stroud's Inscribed Union Swords on pages 100-101. The sword was offered for sale in Norm Flayderman's Catalog #68. A large binder of research and information about Bradley and his service accompanies the saber, including photocopies of the relevant portions of Stroud's books as well as the portions of Flayderman's catalog that relate. James H Bradley was 24 years old when he joined the Union cause on May 7, 1861. He was commissioned a 1st lieutenant in Company D of the 31st New York Volunteer Infantry on May 27. Like many of the early war units, the 31st saw their first combat at Manassas Junction at the 1st Battle of Bull Run on July 21st. The regiment then returned to the defenses of Washington until March of 1862. On December 19, 1861 Bradley was dismissed from the service by Courts Martial. However, Bradley soon returned to the service as a volunteer aide-de-camp to Colonel John Lafayette Riker of the 62nd New York Volunteer Infantry, and was present at the Battle of Fair Oaks (Seven Pines) May 31-June 1, 1862. On August 14, 1862 he received a new commission as a 1st lieutenant into the Field & Staff of the 131st New York Infantry. The regiment was ordered to New Orleans in late 1862 and spent most of its service over the next 18 months in the Department of the Gulf. The regiment participated in the Port Hudson Campaign and Red River Campaign. On March 6, 1864 Bradley joined the Louisiana 1st New Orleans Infantry and was commissioned a captain. He died of disease in New Orleans on October 2, 1864. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Good. Blade moderately oxidized and discolored with a mottled dark and medium gray patina. Etching remains mostly visible. Hilt with traces of gilt remaining in protected areas. Grip with moderate wear and some loss to the leather covering, exposing the cord wrapping and with some of the wire loose. Throat washers remain intact on the face of the guard, both a red wool and a dark buff leather washer. Scabbard with traces of gilt in protected areas and showing scattered dings and dents from use. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

1862 Dated and Inspected Ames Model 1850 Foot Officers Sword to Capt. Hugh Donnelly -WIA Cold Harbor

Lot #19 (Sale Order 19 of 200)

1862 Dated and Inspected Ames Model 1850 Foot Officers Sword with Presentation to Capt. Hugh Donnelly - 37th Mass Infantry - WIA Cold Harbor American Civil War 30.25" slightly curved single edged blade, 36.25" in overall length. 6" hilt with gilt brass guard and shagreen covered grooved wood grip with fourteen wraps of twisted wire. Reverse ricasso dated 1862 with a shadow typical of a die bounce when struck, and the obverse ricasso is inspected GGS for arsenal sub-inspector George G Saunders. Only 571 Ames Model 1850 Foot Officer Swords were inspected and delivered to the Ordnance Department in 1862. The blade is etched with the three line Ames address on the obverse above the ricasso and both sides are decorated with acid etched flowing foliate scrolls, patriotic and martial themes. The sword is accompanied by Ames marked its gilt brass mounted leather scabbard with the obverse of the upper mount engraved in five lines: Presented to/Hugh Donelly/Capt. Co. I, 37th Mass Vols./by his friends/July 22, 1862. The sword is accompanied by a large binder of research about Donnelly. Included is a copy of a Springfield Republican newspaper article dated July 23, 1862 that discusses the presentation of this sword to Donnelly by his friends, the class of 1860 from his high school. Hugh Donnelly enlisted in the 38th New York Volunteer Infantry as a private in Company E on May 7, 1861. The 38th New York suffered some 138 casualties at First Manassas and like much of the Union Army that fought at that battle returned to the defenses of Washington until the spring of the following year and the beginning of the Peninsula Campaign. The regiment fought during the Siege of Yorktown, at Williamsburg and a Seven Pines during April and May and at Williamsburg Donnelly was wounded on May 5. The regiment fought during the Seven Days before Richmond, including Oak Grove, White Oak Swamp, Glendale and Malvern Hill. On August 26, 1862 Donnelly was discharged for promotion and was commissioned as a captain the following day. He was mustered into the 37th Massachusetts Infantry on September 4, as the captain of Company I. The 37th Mass saw action at essentially all of the major battles in the east from the end of 1862 through the end of the war. These included Fredericksburg, the Chancellorsville Campaign, Gettysburg, the Mine Run Campaign, the Wilderness, Spotsylvania, Cold Harbor, the Siege of Petersburg, Winchester and the Appomattox Campaign. At Cold Harbor the colonel of the 37th was given command of the brigade and Donnelly was made the acting colonel, commanding the regiment. During that battle on June 5, 1864 he was wounded in the head and discharged for disability on January 31, 1865. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Very good. Blade with some bright polish and etching with some frost remaining. Etched images remain clear and crisp, but some freckled oxidation and discoloration is present on the blade. Hilt with traces of gilt in protected areas. Grip with moderate wear and some loss to the shagreen with the wire and throat washer intact. Scabbard with more wear, showing moderate crazing and flaked loss to the leather along with some crease damage, primarily above the drag and a nominally 2" rectangular on the reverse above the drag. The black stained leather has primarily faded to a chocolate brown color. Mounts with minute traces of gilt. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Caldwell Retailed Silver Gripped M1840 Cav Officers Presentation Sword to Col. (General) Hiram Berry

Lot #20 (Sale Order 20 of 200)

Caldwell Retailed Silver Gripped Model 1840 Cavalry Officers Presentation Sword to Col. (General) Hiram Berry - 4th Maine Vols. KIA at Chancellorsville with (2) CDVs and a Commemorative Coin American Civil War 36.25" curved single-edged blade, 42.25" in overall length. 6" silver washed highly detailed chased brass hilt with grooved silver grip with faux woven texture. Collins & Co marked blade is dated 1861. Blade etched with highly detailed martial and patriotic themes, as well as foliate and geometric patterns. Browned steel scabbard with chased German silver mounting and an engraved presentation plaque on the obverse that reads: Presented to/COL. HIRAM BERRY/by the sergeants of the/4th MAINE REGT FEB 22, 1862. The sword is accompanied by a two large binders of research on Berry, including copies of the pages from his biography that describe this presentation sword in detail, as well as copies of period newspaper accounts of the same. Two CDVs of Berry are also included, as well as a period copper commemorative coin, similar to the ID discs of the era. Hiram Gregory Berry (1824-1863) was born in Rockland, ME where he learned the carpentry trade and later became a navigator. He served as the mayor of his town for several terms and also raised and commanded a company of local Maine militia known as the Rockland Guard in the years before the Civil War. With the coming of the war he was commissioned a colonel and given command of the 4th Maine Volunteer Infantry. He led the regiment at 1st Manassas in the summer of 1861 and at the Siege of Yorktown during the Peninsular Campaign in 1862 and was promoted to Brigadier General on March 7 of that year and brigade command on April 4. He was present for the balance of the Peninsular Campaign, the Seven Days before Richmond and also at 2nd Manassas Campaign. In January of 1863 he was promoted to Major General and given command of the 2nd Division of the 3rd Corps of the Army of the Potomac. He was killed at Chancellorsville on May 3, 1863 while leading a bayonet charge. This sword was presented to him by the non commissioned officers of the 4th Maine when they learned of his promotion from regimental to brigade command as a brigadier general. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Good. Blade a dull gray with moderate oxidation, age staining and discoloration. Etching remains mostly visible, although weak in areas. Hilt with traces of gilt, silver grip deeply tarnished. Grip somewhat loose with some wobble on the tang. Scabbard moderately oxidized with evenly distributed light surface roughness and a couple of minor dings. CDVs both about good to very good, coin very good with a pleasing patina. Estimate: 5000 - 8000

Schuyler, Hartley Graham Retailed Clauberg Non-Reg Staff & Field Officer's Sword Capt. J Strowbridge

Lot #21 (Sale Order 21 of 200)

Schuyler, Hartley & Graham Retailed Clauberg Non-Regulation Staff & Field Officer's Sword of Capt. John Strowbridge - 158th NY Inf. American Civil War 31.25" slightly curved single-edged spear point blade with a 20.5" stopped median fuller. Blade 1.1" wide at ricasso, overall length 37". Hilt 5.25" in length with a pierced brass guard featuring a spread-winged eagle, brass backstrap and pommel cap. Grooved wood grip with shagreen cover and double strands of twisted wire. Blade etched SCHUYLER, HARTLEY/ & GRAHAM/NEW YORK on the obverse ricasso and with Clauberg maker mark on the reverse ricasso. Blade etched with flowing foliate scroll patterns with a large US on the reverse as the central image and a panoply of arms and liberty cap as the central image on the obverse. Face of guard is engraved Presented to Capt. JOHN W. STROWBRIDGE Co F 185th Regt. N.Y.V. The sword is accompanied by its browned steel scabbard with brass mounts. John W Strowbridge was 37 years old when he joined the 185th NY Volunteer Infantry on August 11, 1864 and was commissioned a 2nd lieutenant in Company F. The regiment left the state on September 27, 1864 and proceeded to the Siege of Petersburg where it would remain through April of the following year, participating in various actions as part of that campaign, including Burgess' Farm, the Weldon Railroad Raid and Hatcher's Run. On December 12, 1864 Strowbridge was promoted to captain of Company F. On April 1, 1865 the regiment fought at Five Forks and proceeded to participate in the Appomattox Campaign which culminated with the Surrender of the Army of Northern Virginia on April 9. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Good. Blade a dull pewter with scattered oxidation and age discoloration. Etching remains mostly clear and visible. Tip slightly rounded. Hilt with an uncleaned butterscotch patina. Wrap with moderate wear and some loss, wire mostly intact. Scabbard with traces of brown and significant wear to the drag, showing some dings and dents. Estimate: 2500 - 4000

S&K M1850 Foot Officers Sword of Sergeant Major (Capt.) George Smith - WIA at Chancellorsville

Lot #22 (Sale Order 22 of 200)

S&K Model 1850 Foot Officers Sword Presented to Sergeant Major (Capt.) George Smith - 7th NJ Infantry - WIA at Chancellorsville American Civil War 31.25" slightly curved single-edged spear point blade with 21.5" unstopped fuller. Overall length 37" with a 5.5" hilt. Gilt brass guard with foliate decorations, grooved wooden grip covered in shagreen with 12 wraps of multi-strand wire. Blade etched with flowing foliate images, patriotic and martial themes and Schnitzler/Kirschbaum/Solingen on the obverse above the ricasso. The sword is accompanied by its damaged and incomplete brass mounted leather scabbard with the upper mount engraved: Presented to/SERGT. MAJOR GEO. W. SMITH/7th N.J.V. by his former Captain/LOUIS R FRANCINE/Jan. 11th 1862 and on the reverse of the mount (When duty calls it is mine to obey). The sword is additionally accompanied by three binders of research regarding Smith and the 7th NJ, including voluminous research into his pension records. George W Smith (1828-1907) in the 7th New Jersey Volunteer Infantry on August 23, 1861 and mustered in as a private in Company A. The regiment did duty in Northern Virginia and Maryland during the fall of 1861 and into early spring of 1862. At some point that fall Smith was made the 1st Sergeant of Company A and on January 11, 1862 was promoted to regimental Sergeant Major. In April they joined McClellan's Peninsula Campaign and were involved in the Siege of Yorktown, as well as the battles of Williamsburg and Fair Oaks. Roughly two weeks after the fighting at Fair Oaks Smith was promoted to 2nd Lieutenant and returned to Company A where he had originally served. The regiment then fought during the Seven Days Before Richmond, including at Oak Grove, Savage's Station, Glendale and Malvern Hill. The regiment then took part in Pope's Northern Virginia Campaign, which included fighting at Bristoe Station, Groveton, Second Manassas and Chantilly. Roughly a month after the engagement at Chantilly, Smith was promoted to 1st Lieutenant and transferred to Company H. In December the regiment fought at Fredericksburg. The regiment started 1863 with Burnside's ill-fated "Mud March" in January and for the next few months was on duty near Falmouth. On February 23, 1863 Smith was promoted to Captain in command of Company C. The end of April brought the beginning of what would be the Chancellorsville Campaign. During that battle Smith was severely wounded by a bullet in the lower jaw. He was left for dead on the field, as the bullet not only destroyed the jaw but passed through his tongue and windpipe. Through the efforts of a regimental friend he was removed from a field hospital where doctors would not treat him due to the severity of his wound, to a hospital in Falmouth where he was again refused treatment as the wound was considered mortal. Through the ministrations of a local good samaritan woman and her pleading he was eventually treated and did survive, although the wound would not heal well and he resigned from the army on July 1, 1864. The regiment continued fighting in the war and at Gettysburg, Colonel Francine who presented the sword to Smith was killed in action. Amazingly, despite the severe wound which affected his ability eat and speak for the balance of his life, Smith lived until 1907. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Good. Blade with some hints of polish and traces of frost on the etching, showing scattered oxidation and discoloration, along with some pitting along the last 8"-9" of the blade where the scabbard is missing. Guard with minute traces of gilt, grip wrap with scattered surface wear and minor loss. Wire wrap intact, throat washer present. Scabbard with heavy wear and damage, missing about 8"-9" at the end as well as the drag. Leather with heavy crazing and flaked finish loss. Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Schuyler, Hartley & Graham M1850 Staff & Field Officers Sword of Maj. (Col.) Philo Buckingham

Lot #23 (Sale Order 23 of 200)

Schuyler, Hartley & Graham Model 1850 Staff & Field Officers Sword Presented to Maj. (Col.) Philo Buckingham - 20th CT Infantry American Civil War 29" single edged, slightly curved blade with the last 3" or so snapped clean off, along with a matching section of scabbard. Blade with a 22.5" stopped median fuller. Overall length 34.75" with the damaged blade. 6" hilt with gilt brass guard and grooved wooden grip covered in shagreen, with the twisted wire missing except for traces. Reverse ricasso etched SCHUYLER/HARTLEY/& GRAHAM/NEW YORK in four lines. Blade etched with floral, martial and patriotic motifs, including the slogan Stand By The Union with a trophy of arms. The top of the pommel cap is engraved in six lines: Presented to/Major PB Buckingham/20'REGT C.V./by Thomas James Jr./of Seymour CT/Sept. 1st, 1862. The sword is accompanied by its similarly damaged brass mounted blued steel scabbard. A large binder of information about Buckingham accompanies the sword, along with three additional binders, two containing copies of his letters and the third his history of the 20th Connecticut Volunteer Infantry Regiment. Philo B. Buckingham was a resident of Seymour, CT who helped to raise a company of infantry for the 20th Connecticut Volunteers, which he assumed he would receive command of as their captain. however his application for that commission was returned and he was made the major of the regiment, being commissioned on September 8, 1862. The regiment was assigned to the defenses of Washington as a part of the 2nd Brigade, 1st Division of the 12th Corps. The regiment saw its first significant combat during the Chancellorsville Campaign and was active in the Gettysburg Campaign as well. The regiment was then transferred to the Western Theater where it fought at Resaca and took part in the Atlanta Campaign, with heavy engagement at Peachtree Creek. The regiment then went with Sherman on this March to the Sea and fought during the North Carolina Campaign that ended the war in the "west". During most of 1863 Buckingham was the Acting Assistant Inspector General for the 12th Corps, but was reassigned to command the regiment when it was transferred to the Western Theater. He was also briefly in command of a brigade during that campaign. He was promoted to lieutenant colonel on April 9, 1864 and breveted to colonel for gallantry on March 13, 1865. At least one notation indicates that he was briefly captured at Bermuda Hundred but escaped. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Good. Blade and scabbard damaged as noted in the description, missing 2"-3" of length due to being snapped off, possibly by some sort of impact. Blade with a dull gray patina and showing moderate oxidation and scattered discoloration with some minor surface roughness. Grip with moderate wear and some surface loss to the wrap. Guard with traces of gilt and slightly loose withs some minor wobble. Wire missing, throat washer intact. Scabbard moderately oxidized with dings and dents. Upper suspension ring damaged as well. Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Clauberg Non-Regulation Staff & Field Officers Sword of Lt. Charles Lee - 11th Indiana Vol Infantry

Lot #24 (Sale Order 24 of 200)

Clauberg Non-Regulation Staff & Field Officers Sword of Lt. Charles Lee - 11th Indiana Volunteer Infantry American Civil War 32.25" single edges spear point blade with a 19" stopped median fuller. 37.5" in overall length with a 5.5" hilt. Brass guard with knuckle bow and two branches a US and Lady Liberty in the face of the guard. Grooved wood grip covered in shagreen with 7 wraps of multi-strand wire and brass backstrap. Backstrap engraved Chas. N Lee. Reverse ricasso with CLAUBERG/SOLINGEN maker's mark and obverse ricasso brass PROVED disc. Blade etched with flowing foliate designs and patriotic and martial themes. The sword is accompanied by its silver washed scabbard with brass mounts. The scabbard is engraved 1861 on the obverse of the upper mount and 1865 on the middle mount. A long memorial commemoration of Lee's service is engraved between the mounts and starts with the corps badge of the 19th Corps and then reads: Chas. N. Lee/Lieut. Co. B 11TH REGT./INDIANA VOLS., this is followed by his battle honors: FT HENRY/FT DONELSON/SHILOH/SIEGE OF CORINTH/PORT GIBSON/CHAMPION HILLS/SIEGE OF VICKSBURG/JACKSON/LAKE TASSA/HALLTOWN/OPEQUAN/FISHERS HILL/CEDAR CREEK. The sword is accompanied by a binder of research about Lee. Charles Lee enlisted in the 11th Indiana Volunteer Infantry as a private on August 31, 1861 and was mustered into Company B that same day. He was promoted to Corporal on October 30, 1861, Sergeant on August 31, 1862, Quartermaster Sergeant on June 18, 1862, 1st Sergeant on May 20,1864. During this time he was in the field with the regiment fighting in the various battles memorialized on the scabbard. On February 1, 1864 he reenlisted in the regiment for the duration of the war. On May 1, 1864 he was promoted from the ranks to 2nd Lieutenant was further promoted to 1st Lieutenant on January 12, 1865 and finally 1st Lieutenant and Quartermaster on April 30, 1865. This non-regulation imported officers sword is one he would have been authorized to carry as a lieutenant with a staff position like quartermaster, and was likely purchased by him after attaining that rank. Lee subsequently had the sword and scabbard engraved to memorialize his service. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Good. Blade with some bright polish and frost to the etching but showing a moderate amount of freckled surface oxidation with moderate roughness distributed over the entire blade. Grip with moderate wear and some surface loss to the covering. Wire essentially intact, throat washer present. Scabbard with some lightly scattered minor dings, and showing scattered areas of discoloration. Estimate: 2500 - 4500

Sauerbier Cavalry Officers' Saber with Etched Blade of Lt Sullivan - KIA at Tomkinsville, KY

Lot #25 (Sale Order 25 of 200)

Sauerbier Cavalry Officers' Saber with Etched Blade Presentation to Lieutenant Sullivan 9th PA Cavalry - KIA at Tomkinsville, KY - Fighting John Hunt Morgan's Men American Civil War 35.25" curved, single-edged blade with a 27.5" unstopped median fuller. Blade is 1" wide at the ricasso and the overall length is 41.25". The 6" hilt is of gilt brass with a two-branch guard and a knuckle bow that are decorated with raised floral motifs. The blade is secured to the hilt with a spanner capstan nut in the pommel. The grooved wood grip is covered in leather with 17 wraps of triple strand wire. The sword is etched on both sides with floral, patriotic and martial motifs and further etched on the obverse of the blade Presented by Co. E. 9th Pa. Cav. about 8" from the tip and on the reverse Lt. Sullivan about 10" from the tip. Although the spine is only decorated with acid etched vines and bears no retailer's marking, this additional aftermarket personalized presentation etching was likely applied by Louisville retailer JJ Hurstbuhl. The sword is accompanied by its gilt brass scabbard with presentation quality raised and chased mounts, featuring oak leaves and acorns. The sword was acquired from noted collector and dealer Don Ball and is accompanied by a large binder of research material about Sullivan and the 9th PA. Aaron Sullivan (1831-1862) was commissioned into the Company E of the 9th Pennsylvania Cavalry as a 2nd lieutenant on October 17, 1861. The 9th PA was assigned to the Army of Ohio and by late November 1861 was in the Louisville, KY area, with their camp across the river in Jeffersonville, IN. The regiment spent most of its efforts during the first part of 1862 in pursuit of and fighting with cavalry under the command of John Hunt Morgan, and performing outpost duty in Middle Tennessee. It was on July 9, 1862 that Lt. Sullivan was killed in action against Morgan and his men at Tompkinsville, KY. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Provenance: Ex-Don Ball
Very good. Blade with a dull pewter patina and showing scattered freckles and patches of surface oxidation and discoloration. Blade retains most of the etching and embellishments with moderate dulling and some light wear. Hilt with traces of gilt in protected areas. Grip wrap and wire intact and in good condition. Leather throat washer with sawtooth boarder in place. Scabbard with traces of gilt finish and showing a rich, uncleaned patina. Scabbard body with some scattered bumps, dings and dents. Estimate: 5000 - 8000

Published Tomes, Son & Melvain Field Grade Cavalry Officers' Sword Presented to Lt. Col. S.M. Fuller

Lot #26 (Sale Order 26 of 200)

Published Tomes, Son & Melvain Field Grade Cavalry Officers' Sword Presented to Lt. Col. S.M. Fuller - 4th Maine Infantry American Civil War 35" curved single-edged blade with 26" stopped median fuller and a narrow 19" fuller along the spine. Blade 1.1875" wide at ricasso. Overall length 41.25" with a 6.5" gilt brass hilt with two branches and a knuckle bow. Guard, branches and pommel cap are decorated with chased raised foliate motifs. Grooved wood grip covered in shagreen with 11 wraps of twisted wire. Blade etched with floral, martial and patriotic themes and reading Tomes, Son &/ Melvain/New York on the obverse. Saber is accompanied by its brass mounted steel scabbard with acid etched floral patterns on the obverse of the scabbard body. The reverse is engraved between the upper and middle mount: Presented to/Lieut. Col. S.H. Fuller/by Co. K of the 4th Maine Regt./Jany. 1862. This sword is published in Inscribed Union Swords 1861-1865 by David Stroud and is pictured and discussed on pages 102-104. The saber is accompanied by a binder of research about Fuller, his service and his regiment. A period folding mirror identified to fuller is included as well. Silas M. Fuller was commissioned the captain of Company K of the 4th Maine Infantry on June 15, 1861. The regiment was engaged at the Battle of Bull Run where it was one of the last regiments to leave the field. The regiment's colonel blamed their poor quality arms for their inability more successfully engage the enemy. In September of 1861 Captain Fuller was promoted to Major and joined the field and staff of the regiment. On December 2 Fuller was promoted again to lieutenant colonel, the promotion that Company K honored with this sword. Due to ill health, Fuller resigned in Mach of 1862. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Very good to fine. Blade with some polish and much of the frosty etching, showing some scattered freckles of discoloration and oxidation. Etching remains clear and visible throughout with some light wear. Guard with some traces of gilt in protected areas. Grip wrap with some wear and surface loss. Wire may be replaced, as typically these Tomes, Son & Melvain sabers had multi-strand "dragoon" style wire. Scabbard a dull pewter patina with scattered oxidation and discoloration and some scattered patches of surface roughness. Mounts with a medium golden patina. Body with some scattered minor dings and dents. Estimate: 4000 - 6000

G.W. Simons & Bro. Retailed Collins Model 1850 Foot Officer's Sword of Capt. Joseph Vaughan

Lot #27 (Sale Order 27 of 200)

G.W. Simons & Bro. Retailed Collins Model 1850 Foot Officer's Sword Presented to Capt. Joseph Vaughan - 106th PA Volunteers American Civil War 31.5" slightly curved single-edged spear point blade, with 20.75" stopped median fuller, 1" wide at ricasso. Overall length 37.25" wtih a 5.75" hilt with cast gilt brass guard with traditional pierced floral motifs. Grooved wood grip covered in shagreen and with 15 wraps of twisted brass wire. Reverse ricasso marked COLLINS & CO in an arc over HARTFORD, CONN with the date 1861 on the obverse. Blade etched with floral and patriotic motifs with the obverse ricasso etched Geo W Simons & Bro/Maker. Spine of sword is etched Presented to Captain Joseph J Vaughan 106th Regiment by the Members of Co. B Christmas 1861. The blade is additionally etched on the obverse with the phrases With All Our Heart, My Country Dear, Liberty Dearer, Among the First along with the decorations. The reverse is etched with the phrases Be Strong, Be Just, Be Fortunate, The Integrity of the American Union, U.S., The Security of Mankind, along with the decorative motifs. All of the etching is weak and difficult to read due to cleaning. The sword is contained in its shagreen covered scabbard with gilt deep relief chiseled mounts. The reverse of the upper mount is engraved: Presented To/Capt. Joseph J Vaughan/106th Regiment P.V./By The Members Of Company B/As A Slight Token Of The/High Honor/And Esteem We Bear/A Brave Officer/An Accomplished/Gentleman/And A True Friend/DEC. 25, 1861. A binder of research regarding Vaughan accompanies the sword, along with copies of his service records, a copy of a newspaper article about the presentation, etc. Little is known of Joseph J. Vaughn of Philadelphia who was commissioned the Captain of Company B of the 106th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry on August 28, 1861. His records prior to this service are somewhat elusive and he may be the same "J Joseph Vaughan" of Philadelphia who served briefly during 1861 as Captain of Company H of the 23rd PA Infantry from April 21, 1861 until July 31, 1861, when he was mustered out of this 90-day regiment. Vaughan was presented this sword as a Christmas present by his company and the presentation is noted in at least one period newspaper, which also quotes the scabbard's inscription and notes the maker/retailer of the sword as George W Simons & Bro. Vaughan served with the 106th through August of 1862, when he was dismissed from the service by Special Order #164, dated 17 July 1862. During his service the 106th PA participated in the battles of Balls Bluff (21 October 1861), The Siege of Yorktown (April 5-May 3, 1862) and Fair Oaks or Seven Pines (May 31-June 1, 1862). It is not clear why Vaughan was dismissed from the service in July of 1862. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Good to very good. Blade has been cleaned leaving the etching weak and difficult to see. The tip of the blade is slightly blunted. Guard with some gilt finish remaining. Grip with some wear and finish loss. Leather throat washer in place. Scabbard with moderate wear, some creases and finish loss on the shagreen covering. Mounts with some gilt remaining. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Exceptional Etched Blade Ames US Model 1850 Foot Officer Sword Presented to Col (General) Horace Lee

Lot #28 (Sale Order 28 of 200)

Exceptional Etched Blade Ames US Model 1850 Foot Officer Sword Presented to Colonel (General) Horace Lee & CDV - Published in Thillmann's Civil War Army Swords 29.25" single edged spear point blade with 19.75" stopped median fuller, blade is 1" wide at ricasso. Overall length is 35" with a 5.75" gilt brass hilt, grooved wood grip covered in shagreen and fifteen wraps of twisted wire. The blade is exceptional, featuring post-Civil War custom etching for nearly the full-length of both sides of the blade that details Horace Lee's Civil War service. The sword is accompanied by an extremely fine gilt brass scabbard that is engraved and decorated with chiseled mounts. A presentation panel between the upper and middle mounts on the obverse reads: Presented to Col. H.C. Lee/By the SPRINGFIELD CITY Guards/May 1855. The reverse throat of the scabbard is engraved AMES MFG/Co/Chicopee/Mass. A large binder of information and research regarding Lee and his service is included with the sword. This includes copies of period newspaper accounts of the presentation of the sword to then Colonel Lee of the Springfield City Guard. An original war time letter from Lee is also included in the binder. This sword was offered for sale by Eric Vaule in a November 2000 ad in Man At Arms for $35,000. A February 2001 appraisal letter from Vaule values the sword at $30,000. Horace Clark Lee (1824-1884) was born in Springfield, MA. He served as the colonel of the Springfield City Guard prior to the Civil War, and it was at that time he was presented this sword. He was a 39-year old city clerk when he was commissioned the colonel of the 27th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry on September 3, 1861. The regiment spent much of its early service in North Carolina, seeing action at Roanoke Island and New Berne, Kinston, Whitehall and Goldsboro during 1862. 1863 saw the regiment fighting during the Siege of Washington, NC and doing Provost Duty in New Berne. In the spring of 1864 the regiment moved to Virginia and saw duty round Portsmouth and Yorktown, before heading into the Petersburg Campaign. They fought at Port Wathal Junction, Chester Station on May 6-7 and then at Drewy's Bluff May 12-16. It was at Drewy's Bluff that Lee was captured and sent to Charleston, SC where he was imprisoned until exchanged. This is commemorated on the sword with the phrase: "With 50 comrades was placed under the fire of our batteries at Charleston, SC June 15, 1864." After the war, Lee worked in a variety of fields from operating a dry goods store to selling insurance. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Ex-Eric Value Condition: Fine. Retains much of the post-war bright plating on the blade and frosty etching on the blade with much of the gilt intact on the hilt. Grip with some light wear. Scabbard with traces of gilt, with mostly polished brass that retains fine engraving and sharp mounts. The mounting screw is missing from the rear of the drag. Estimate: 15000 - 25000

Tiffany Non-Reg British Pattern 1822/54 Sword to Capt. Theodore Hamilton, Richmond Guard-WIA

Lot #29 (Sale Order 29 of 200)

Tiffany Non-Regulation British Pattern 1822/54 Sword Inscribed to Captain Theodore Hamilton of the Richmond Guard (Co G 33rd NY Inf) and later Lt. Col. 62nd NY Inf. - WIA Marye's Heights, Spotsylvania & Winchester American Civil War 33.5" slightly curved single edged blade with 25.5" median fuller and 17" narrow fuller at spine, blade 1.125" wide at the ricasso. 39.5" in overall length with a 5.75" hilt. Gilt cast brass guard with open work foliate decorations and solid backstrap, grooved wood grip covered in shagreen and with 7 wraps of twisted wire. Blade by PDL and marked TIFFANY & CO/NEW YORK on the obverse and WARRANTED TO CUT/WROUGHT IRON on the reverse. Reverse ricasso with P.D. Luneschloss markings. Both sides of the blade engraved with central panels with the reverse showing a wide foliate spray surrounding a large US and the obverse showing a {Spread-Winged Eagle}. The sword is accompanied by its German silver scabbard with gilt brass mounts. The reverse of the throat is engraved: From the Members/of the/Richmond Guard/of Buffalo/to/Capt. T.B. Hamilton/as a Slight Testimonial/of their Esteem. A gilt officer's sword knot is attached to the knuckle bow. The sword is accompanied by a large binder of research about Hamilton, his service and his regiments. Theodore B. Hamilton (1836-1893) was commissioned the captain of Company G, the "Richmond Guard", in the 33rd New York Volunteer Infantry on May 22, 1861. The company hailed from Buffalo, NY. Hamilton was captured at the Battle of Gaines' Mill on June 27, 1862 and was sent to Libby Prison in Richmond for confinement. He was paroled on August 12, 1862 and returned to service. On December 27, 1862 he was discharged from the 33rd and commissioned as the Lt. Colonel of the 62nd New York Volunteer Infantry, known as Anderson's Zouaves. Lt. Col. Hamilton received a gunshot wound at the Battle of Marye's Heights on May 3, 1863 and he was with his regiment at Gettysburg, where the regimental colonel was given command of their brigade leaving Hamilton to lead the 62nd in the fight. Hamilton and his regiment are honored with a memorial at Gettysburg, where he led them in a charge that recaptured two guns that had been previously lost. In 1864 the regiment fought at The Wilderness, Spotsylvania Court House and Cold Harbor, before settling into the defenses of Washington in July. At Spotsylvania Hamilton received another gunshot wound, this time in his right leg. He was promoted to colonel on June 29, 1864 and received his third gunshot wound at Winchester on September 19. He was honorably mustered out of service on August 30, 1865. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Very good. Blade cleaned leaving the etching slightly weak. Metal with some scattered surface oxidation and discoloration. Hilt with some gilt in protected areas and a rich uncleaned patina to the brass. Grip with some wear, some loss of the shagreen and with the wire intact. Scabbard in similar condition some scattered minor dings and and dents, and traces of gilt on the mounts. Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Silver Gripped Schuyler, Hartley & Graham Presentation Sword of Lt. James March - 32nd Mass Infantry

Lot #30 (Sale Order 30 of 200)

Silver Gripped Schuyler, Hartley & Graham Presentation Sword of Lt. James March - 32nd Mass Infantry American Civil War 32" singled edged spear point blade, 1.09" wide at ricasso, with a 22" stopped median fuller. Overall length 38.25" with a 6" gilt brass hilt and fluted silver grip. Reverse ricasso with Clauberg logo and maker's mark, obverse with Schuyler, Hartley & Graham mark. Spine of blade marked IRON PROOF. Blade etched with a large US on the reverse and a {Spread-Winged Eagle} on the obverse with gilt highlights. Ricasso and spine marks also with gilt highlights. Includes a German silver scabbard with chiseled and engraved gilt brass mounts. The reverse of the upper mount is engraved Presented to/LIEUT. J.H. MARCH/by Co. H/32nd Reg. Mass. Vols./August 1863. A large binder of information and research regarding March accompanies the sword, along with copies of period images of March. One copy of a seated studio CDV of March clearly shows him cradling this sword as the unique scalloped edges of the pommel cap are clearly visible in the image. James H. March was a 27 year old machinist from Boston who initially enlisted in 6th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry on April 16, 1861 as a corporal. He was mustered out of the 90-day regiment on August 2, 1861. On October 28, 1861 he enlisted in Company C of the 32nd Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry. The regiment saw its first combat at Second Manassas at the end of August 1862. The regiment was in reserve at Antietam and did not fight there. On October 10, 1862 March was promoted to 2nd Lieutenant of Company H and served in that role at the Battle of Fredericksburg. On April 21, 1863 March was promoted to 1st Lieutenant. The regiment fought at Chancellorsville and Gettysburg during 1863 and March served as company commander at Gettysburg. It is likely his leadership during that battle that the presentation on this scabbard commemorates. 1864 saw the regiment fight at The Wilderness, Spotsylvania and Bethesda Church, before joining in the Petersburg Campaign. On July 20th, 1864 March was promoted to Captain. He was then breveted to Major on March 13, 1865. March was mustered out on June 29, 1865. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Very good. Blade shows moderate amounts of scattered surface oxidation and discoloration with traces of bright polish. The etching remains mostly crisp and clear and much of the gilt decoration remains. Guard with traces of gilt, mostly in protected areas. Leather throat washer is in place. Silver grip with a dull patina. Scabbard with a dull patina, only traces of gilt in protected areas of the mounts and with a clear inscription on the reverse. Scabbard body with some scattered minor bumps, dings and surface scuffs. Estimate: 6000 - 9000

Pre-War Klingenthal 1850 Style Foot Officer's Sword of Medal of Honor Recipient Maj(Col) Robert Orr

Lot #31 (Sale Order 31 of 200)

The Pre-War Klingenthal 1850 Style Foot Officer's Sword of Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient Maj. (Col.) Robert Orr - 61st PA Infantry American Civil War 29.5" slightly curved single edged blade with a 23.75" unstopped median fuller and a narrow fuller along the spine. 34.75" in overall length with a 5.5" hilt. Gilt cast brass guard with foliate motifs, grooved wood grip with shagreen covering and 14 wraps of twisted wire. Blade etched with flowing foliate designs. Spine of blade engraved with Klingenthal manufactory markings. The sword is accompanied its brass mounted leather scabbard with suspension rings on the upper and middle mounts. The reverse of the upper mount is engraved in three lines: Robt. L. Orr/Independent/Greys. The sword is accompanied by a large binder of research about Orr and his military service. It includes copies of service records, regimental history information and copies of newspaper articles about him and his service. Robert Levan Orr (1836-1894) was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for his exploits at the Battle of Five Forks on April 2, 1865. The Medal of Honor citation reads: "Carried the colors at the head of the column in the assault after two color bearer had been shot down." Orr had been the captain of the pre-war Philadelphia Independent Greys militia unit and had originally answered his country's call by joining the 90-day 17th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry Regiment on April 25, 1861. He was commissioned as a 1st lieutenant in Company I, which was primarily composed of Independent Greys members, and he remained with the regiment until it was mustered out of service on August 2, 1861. One month later he was commissioned the captain of company H of the newly formed 61st Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry. The 61st fought with the Army of the Potomac through most of their major campaigns from the fall of 1861 until the end of the war. They fought at Fair Oaks, Malvern Hill, Antietam and Fredericksburg in 1862 and saw action at Marye's Heights, Chancellorsville and Gettysburg in 1863. 1864 saw the regiment engaged in Grant's Overland Campaign and they fought at The Wilderness, Spotsylvania, Cold Harbor and the Siege of Petersburg in 1864, also seeing combat at Fisher's Hill and Cedar Creek in that year. 1865 saw the Siege of Petersburg continue with the regiment engaged at the attack on Fort Steadman, followed by fighting at Five Forks, Sailor's Creek and Antietam. During his service Orr was promoted to Major on December 18, 1864 and transferred to the Field and Staff of the Regiment. In the immediate aftermath of the surrender at Appomattox, he was promoted to Lt. Colonel on April 18, 1865 and to full Colonel on May 14, 1865. Orr was the regiment's major when his bravery earned his Medal of Honor recognition. This sword was previously in the collection of noted Civil War collector Don Ball. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Ex-Don Ball Condition: About fair to good overall. Blade with a dull pewter patina, showing a moderate amount of oxidation and discoloration. Blade shows moderate pitting along the last 4" or so nearest the tip. Etching is weak in areas, but remains essentially visible throughout, if not strong. Hilt with a rich, dark ocher patina that is uncleaned. Grip wrap with some wear and the wire intact. Leather throat washer in place. Scabbard fair at best with moderate amount of loss to the leather on the rear. The scabbard is broken in two pieces with a poorly executed spliced repair between the middle mount and the drag and a taped repair under the throat. The leather is stiff with moderate amounts of flaking and finish loss. All of the stitching is missing from the seam along the rear. The mounts are all loose and have a rich, uncleaned patina with the exception of the rear of the upper mount which has been cleaned to make the inscription more legible. Estimate: 4000 - 8000

Combination Schuyler, Hartley & Graham Officer's Sword to Lt. Mason Rea - KIA at Drewy's Bluff

Lot #32 (Sale Order 32 of 200)

Combination French Hilt Schuyler, Hartley & Graham Officer's Sword Inscribed to Lt. Mason Rea 24th Mass. Infantry - KIA at Drewy's Bluff American Civil War 30.75" slightly curved single-edged blade with modified spear point tip, 36.5" in overall length. Blade 1" wide at ricasso. 6" gilt brass combination French hilt of the 1838 and 1853 patterns with a large Droop-Winged Eagle in the face of the multi-branch guard on a field of arrows, under an arc of stars and surmounting a laurel wreath. Chiseled backstrap with vine and foliate themes and a similarly decorated pommel cap. Inner face of guard below quillon is engraved M.A.R. Grooved wood grip covered in shagreen with ten wraps of twisted wire. Blade marked SOLINGEN and SCHUYLER/HARTLEY/&/GRAHAM/N.Y. on the obverse near the ricasso. The blade is decorated for nearly its entire length with deeply etched patterns including foliate scrolls, patriotic and martial themes. These include a Spread-Winged Eagle, panoplies of arms and a patriotic "knight" with "US" on his shield on the obverse and Columbia with her shield, a Spread-Winged Eagle and panoplies of arms on the reverse. Central panel themes include intertwined initials on the reverse and a panel scene of soldiers and cavalry in the field on the obverse. Brass mounted leather scabbard with engraved mounts. The reverse of the upper mount is engraved Lt. Mason A Rea/24th Mass Regt. Mason A. Rea was 27 years old from Readville, MA when he was commissioned a 1st lieutenant in Company K of the 24th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment on September 2, 1861. The 24th was part of Burnside's Expedition to North Carolina and fought at Roanoke Island and New Berne in February and March of 1862. The majority of the regiment spent the balance of 1862 in North Carolina, moving to South Carolina in early 1863. The regiment was temporarily returned to the Virginia theater in the spring where they fought at Chancellorsville, before returning to South Carolina. There they participated in the action against James Island and then Morris Island, including the assault on Battery Wagner and its subsequent siege. In early 1864 many of the veterans, including Rea reenlisted and received a Veteran's Furlough with the balance of the regiment being moved to temporary duty in St. Augustine. In late April the regiment was sent to Virginia, where they participated in the battles of The Bermuda Hundred and Drewy's Bluff. It was at this battle that Lt. Rea was killed on May 16, 1864. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Very good. Blade lightly cleaned with deep, crisp etching and fine panel scenes. Markings clear and crisp. Blade with a medium pewter patina. Hilt with traces of gilt, shagreen with some moderate wear and minor loss. Throat washer in place. Scabbard with moderate wear, crazing and some flaked finish loss. A couple of major creases are noted in the leather, one between the upper and middle mount on the reverse and a more serious one with possible separation between the middle and lower mount, repaired with tape. Stitching intact and tight on rear seam, mounts cleaned to bright and starting to tone down. Estimate: 5000 - 8000

Model 1850 Foot Officer's Sword of Major (Colonel) P.P. Bixby - POW and WIA at Petersburg

Lot #33 (Sale Order 33 of 200)

Model 1850 Foot Officer's Sword of Major (Colonel) P.P. Bixby - 6th NH Volunteers - POW and WIA at Petersburg, with Engraved Flask and CDV American Civil War 30.5" slightly curved single-edged spear point blade with 18.5" stopped median fuller, blade 1.1" wide at ricasso. Overall length 36.5" with a 6" hilt, a cast brass guard and a grooved wooden covered in leather with fourteen wraps of twisted wire. Blade unmarked as to maker or retailer, with simple etched decorations featuring flowing foliate motifs on both sides with a large US in the center of the reverse and a patriotic panoply of arms on the obverse. The sword is accompanied by its top-seamed leather scabbard with brass mounts. The upper mount is engraved on its face: Presented to/Maj. P.P. Bixby/6th N.H. Vols./Oct. 15, 1862. The sword is accompanied by a leather covered glass flask with pewter cop that is engraved with the same presentation as on the scabbard mount and in the same hand. A flask inscribed to Bixby as well as a CDV of him are also included, along with a large binder of research about him. Phineas P. Bixby (1829-1877) was a New Hampshire tradesman from Concord when he was commissioned a 1st Lieutenant and joined the staff & field of the 6th New Hampshire Volunteer Infantry as its adjutant. Bixby was captured as 2nd Manassas on August 29, 1862 and confined at Libby Prison in Richmond until he was exchanged in early October, allowing him to miss the battles of South Mountain and Antietam where the regiment was engaged. He returned to his regiment and was almost immediately promoted to major. The regiment ended 1862 fighting at Fredericksburg. The 6th started 1863 with the infamous Mud March and was then transferred to the Western Theater where they participated in the Siege of Vicksburg and later Jackson, MS. They spent the last part of 1863 in operations in and around Cincinnati, OH and Covington, KY. In January of 1864 they moved to operations in and around Knoxville, TN and then returned to the Army of the Potomac where they fought at The Wilderness and Spotsylvania Court House. From there the continued in the Overland Campaign, fighting at Cold Harbor and then on to the Siege of Petersburg, where they were engaged during the first assault and at The Crater. Bixby was wounded twice before Petersburg, once on June 16 during the initial assault and again on July 15. The second time the wound kept him out of action until he returned to the regiment on November 1, allowing him to miss the action at The Crater. Shortly after his second wounding Bixby was promoted to lieutenant colonel on July 28 and on February 21, 1865 was promoted to full colonel. He commanded the regiment during most of 1864 and into 1865 and also served as the brigade commander during the last part of the war. Bixby was discharged on July 17, 1865. The inscription on the scabbard commemorates the date that Bixby was promoted to major. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Good. Blade mostly a dull pewter gray color with mottled oxidation and age discoloration. Etching somewhat worn and weak in areas. Grip with some wear to the leather and minor loss to the wire, throat washer an incorrect replacement. Scabbard with moderate wear, some crazing and finish loss. Drag missing the tension screw on the rear. Mounts with some dings and mars. Flask good with wear and dings to the cup. CDV good. Flask good as well. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Presentation U.S. Model 1840 Medical Staff Sword of Major John T. Walker - 25th Indiana Infantry

Lot #34 (Sale Order 34 of 200)

Presentation U.S. Model 1840 Medical Staff Sword of Major John T. Walker - 25th Indiana Infantry, with Fleam Set American Civil War 30" straight double edged spear point blade with 17.5" narrow median fuller, blade .83" wide at ricasso. Overall length 35.25" with a 5.5" gilt cast brass hilt with acorn pommel, 4.5" flowing foliate guard and two shield shaped lnagets. Obverse langet is marked MS for Medical Staff and the reverse langet is engraved with a presentation that reads: Presented to/Dr. J.T. Walker/1st Surg. 25th Regt. Ind. Vols./BY THE/Commissioned Officers as/a testimony of respect. The blade is etched with flowing foliate devices and patriotic emblems and further etched Medical Staff on the obverse. The sword is accompanied by a browned steel scabbard with gilt brass chiseled mounts. A three bladed fleam, with one of the blades engraved John Walker, is included, along with its leather pouch. A binder of research about Walker and his service is included as well. John T. Walker (1816-1865) was born in New Jersey and attended Ohio Medical College. He practiced medicine in Evansville, IN. He served as the Assistant Surgeon to the 2nd Indiana Volunteer Infantry during the Mexican American War, serving from July 14, 1846 to June 30, 1847. With the coming of the Civil War offered his services to his country again. This time he was made the surgeon of the 25th Indiana Volunteers. The regiment fought at most of the major battles in the Western Theater during the first part of the war, including Fort Donelson and Shiloh. They also fought through much of the campaign in Northern Mississippi, including at Corinth. The regiment participated in the Atlanta Campaign, Sherman's March to the Sea and final fighting in North Carolina around Bentonville. On January 28, 1863 Walker was promoted to Major. On June 10, 1864 he resigned due to ill health and he died February 8, 1865 of disease contracted while in the service. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Very good. Blade with a dull steel patina and soft etching with traces of frosting. Blade with scattered oxidation and moderate pinpricking and oxidized discoloration over the last half of the blade near the point. Hilt with an uncleaned, dark mustard patina. Scabbard with thinning brown, scattered surface oxidation and traces of gilt on the mounts. Fleam fair to good with blades oxidized and showing some pitting as well as some chipping and damage. Leather pouch with moderate wear. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Ames Model 1850 Foot Officers Sword Presented to Capt. David Lamb - 31st New York Volunteers

Lot #35 (Sale Order 35 of 200)

Ames Model 1850 Foot Officers Sword Presented to Capt. David Lamb - 31st New York Volunteers American Civil War 30.5" slightly curved single-edges spear point blade with 20.5" stopped median fuller. Overall length 36.5" with a 6" hilt. Gilt cast brass guard with foliate decorations, grooved wooden grip covered in shagreen, with 15 wraps of twisted wire. Blade etched with decorative foliate scrolls, martial and patriotic themes. The blade is Ames marked twice, once with the "scroll" address on the reverse ricasso and once in an etched panel above the ricasso on the obverse. The sword is accompanied by gilt brass mounted leather scabbard with an Ames mark on the reverse of the upper mount. The scabbard has a period brass repair between the middle mount and the drag, done so as to match the mounts and does not detract. The obverse of the upper mount is engraved with a detailed presentation that reads: Presented to/Capt. David Lamb/Co. H. 31st Regt. U.S.V./by his Friends/THE BUTCHERS OF/WASHINGTON MARKET above the suspension mount and names the seven members of the "committee" below the mount. A binder of research and information about Lamb is included with the sword. The sword was purchased from Norm Flayderman's Catalog 104 and the relevant portion of that catalog is included. David Lamb was 38 years old when he was commissioned a captain to command Company H of the 31st New York Volunteer Infantry in May of 1861. It is unclear if Lamb had worked as a butcher, explaining the presentation of the sword from the butchers of Washington Market, but the most likely David Lamb from New York appears to have been born in Scotland about 1824 and emigrated to the United States with his family in 1826. He worked as a carpenter and a builder for his entire life, except for the period of time he was a solider during the Civil War. The 31st New York was organized in New York City in May of 1861 and moved to Washington DC in late June. They fought at the Battle of 1st Manassas where they suffered a single casualty who was taken prisoner. After the battle the returned to the Washington area where they remained until the commencement of the Peninsula Campaign the following spring. Apparently the life of a soldier did not agree with Lamb and he resigned his commission on March 20, 1862 and returned to New York where he continued to work as a builder. Lamb died in 1899. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Very good. Blade dulling towards pewter with the etching dulling as well, and showing scattered freckles of surface oxidation and some stickier residue that might clean off. Etching remains mostly clear and visible. Hilt with traces of gilt, grip with some wear and minor surface loss to the covering. Wire intact, throat washer present. Scabbard with moderate wear and crazing. Showing an old brass repair between the middle mount and the drag and a serious crease and major weakness just above the drag. Otherwise with crazing and flaked finish loss. Estimate: 3500 - 4500

Saurbier Model 1850 Foot Officer's Sword Presented to Lt. J.C. Schoen - KIA at Cold Harbor

Lot #36 (Sale Order 36 of 200)

Saurbier Model 1850 Foot Officer's Sword Presented to Lt. J.C. Schoen 8th NY Cavalry & 151 NY Infantry - KIA at Cold Harbor - with CDV American Civil War 31" slightly curved single edged blade with a 27.5" unstopped median fuller and a 21" narrow fuller along the spine. Blade 1.25" wide at ricasso. Overall length 36.5" with a 5.5" gilt brass hilt with foliate decorations. Grooved wood grip covered in shagreen with 13 wraps of twisted wire. Blade etched with flowing foliate, martial and patriotic themes and marked H. Saurbier/New Jersey/Warranted on the reverse. The sword is accompanied by its gilt brass mounted leather scabbard which is incomplete and missing about 7"-8" at the end. The obverse of the upper mount is engraved: Lieut. J.C. Schoen/from his/Friends/Rochester, NY. The sword is accompanied by a CDV of Schoen and a binder of research about him. John Charles Schoen (1835-1864) was born in Pflaz, the Rhineland region of Germany and emigrated to the United States in 1855. He settled in the Rochester, NY area. On October 11, 1861 he was commissioned a 1st Lieutenant in Company K of the 8th NY Cavalry. Due to a variety of issues the regiment was never mounted and was used as dismounted cavalry before being reassigned to be artillery. On March 25, 1862 he resigned his commission as he was "not qualified to be an artillery officer." On November 11, 1862 he was commissioned a 1st Lieutenant in Company E of the 151st NY Infantry. The regiment spent most of 1863 on duty along the Rappahannock and Rapidan Rivers but did participate in the Bristoe Campaign and Mine Run Campaign during the fall of 1863, and in the associated engagements. Schoen was promoted to captain of the company on Decebmer 30, 1863. 1864 saw the regiment engaged at The Wilderness, Spotsylvania Court House, Totopotomoy and Cold Harbor. Schoen was killed at Cold Harbor on June 3, 1864. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Good. Blade with a dull pewter patina and weak etching, showing scattered oxidation and discoloration. Blade edge with a few scattered nicks and dings. Hilt with a rich, uncleaned patina and traces of gilt. Grip wrap with moderate wear and finish loss. Wire intact, throat washer present. Scabbard with moderate wear, crazing and some finish loss. Broken below the middle mount and missing about 7"-8" of the scabbard and the drag. CDV good. Estimate: 2000 - 4000

The Mexican American War Knight's Pommel Presentation Sword of Capt. Joseph A. Yard - 10th US In

Lot #37 (Sale Order 37 of 200)

The Mexican American War Knight's Pommel Presentation Sword of Capt. Joseph A. Yard - 10th US Infantry Mexican American War 31.25" straight, single-edged spear point blade with a 27.5" narrow median fuller. Blade 1.06" wide at ricasso and sword with an overall length of 38". 6.75" gilt brass hilt with Knight's Head pommel, 5" cross guard with chased martial themes, silver hexagonal grip engraved with patriotic and martial themes. Gilt brass chain knuckle bow. Etched blade with floral, martial and patriotic themes and the script Ames address in a scroll on the obverse. Gilt brass scabbard with double suspension rings on the upper mount and a single ring on the middle mount has decorative engraving at the throat and drag and chased mounts with floral motifs. The scabbard engraved with a presentation in a panel between the two mounts on the obverse: Presented to Capt. Joseph A Yard by the Non-Com Off'rs and Privates/of 10th U.S. Infantry, As a token of their high regard for his Officer like conduct/and his humanity virtue and uniform kindness to his men which justly entitles/him to be called the Father of his Company and the Soldiers friend./August 22, 1848. The sword is accompanied by a large binder of research regarding Yard and copies of his service records. Included are copies of images of Yard with this sword, as well as a copies of newspaper accounts regarding its presentation to Yard. Joseph Ashton Yard (1802-1878) was from Trenton, NJ and although he initially studied medicine ended up taking over his father's carpentry business. In 1835 he sold the business and was appointed the Director of the NJ State Prison, a position he held through 1840. From 1843-1846 he owned and managed the Trenton Emporium & True American newspaper. He served as a US Custom's House inspector in New York from 1845-1846 and also returned to acting as the Director of the NJ State Prison during the same time. With the outbreak of the Mexican American War he was commissioned a captain in the 10th US Infantry, commanding Company G. The regiment was stationed in Matamoros, Mexico and all of their casualties were due to Yellow Fever and dysentery. After the war Yard returned to his Custom House duties in 1848 and 1849. He was elected a New York assemblyman and served from 1849-1850 and then as Warden of the Albany Prison from 1850-1852. He returned to the Custom's House again from 1855-1861. During the Civil War he served as the Captain of Company A of the 3rd NJ Militia. Yard died in 1878. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Very good. Blade with some polish, but showing a moderate amount of freckled oxidation and discoloration. Most of the frosty etching remains intact and fully visible. Hilt with some gilt finish remaining, silver grip with fine engraving, some tarnish and some scattered dings and dents. Scabbard with some gilt remaining and shows scattered dings and dents. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Combination French Hilt Non-Regulation Officer's Sword of Capt. John Kilburn - 7th VT Infantry

Lot #38 (Sale Order 38 of 200)

Combination French Hilt Non-Regulation Officer's Sword Presented to Capt. John Kilburn - 7th VT Infantry American Civil War 33.75" tapered spear point heavy cavalry blade with three deep, narrow fullers, 1.15" wide at the ricasso. Overall length 40" with a 6.25" hilt featuring a gilt brass guard with a large American Eagle and shield in the face, and a highly detailed face of Medusa on the top of the pommel cap. The hilt has a grooved wooden grip covered in shagreen with fourteen wraps of mutli-strand wire. Blade etched with flowing floral patterns in the deep fullers and is engraved in the reverse fullers with the French pattern of 1853 designation and with the location of the blade's manufacture being Chatellerault Arsenal, where it was produced in June of 1860. The backstrap of the hilt is engraved: Presented to Capt. J.B. Kilburn/Co D Vt Vols/by his Co March 11", 1862. The sword is accompanied by its blued steel scabbard with chiseled gilt brass mounts. A large binder or research and information about Kilburn accompanies the sword. The binder includes an identified CDV of Kilburn. John B. Kilburn (1824-1896) joined the 7th Vermont on January 7, 1862 and was commissioned the captain of Company D on February 4, 1862. The regiment was organized at Rutland, VT and would spend its three-years service with the Army of the Department of the Gulf. They would be part of General Butler's Expedition to New Orleans in 1862 and would also see service in Pensacola. The regiment would see action during the initial Siege of Vicksburg during June and July of 1862, at Baton Rouge on August 5, 1862, at Gonzales Station (AL) on July 15, 1864, during the Mobile and Spanish Fort Campaigns of March-April 1865 and at Wistler, AL on March 13, 1865. Like most northern regiments serving in the deep south, nearly all of the fatalities were due to accident and disease, rather than combat. Of the 420 casualties the regiment suffered, only 13 were due to combat (Foxes Regimental Losses). Kilburn resigned his commission on January 11, 1863. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Very good to fine. Blade with scattered oxidation and discoloration, showing moderate dulling but retaining some bright polish and most of the etched decorations. Hilt with traces of gilt in protected areas. Leather throat washer intact. Shagreen with some light wear, wire intact. Scabbard with scattered oxidation and and finish loss, showing some light patches of surface roughness as well as some scattered bumps, dings and marks. The suspension ring has broken off the middle mount but it present and could be repaired. Estimate: 5000 - 8000

Schuyler, Hartley & Graham Presentation Sword of Lt. Col. C.S. Hansen - WIA & POW at Saltville, VA

Lot #39 (Sale Order 39 of 200)

Very Fine Schuyler, Hartley & Graham Presentation Sword of Lt. Col. C.S. Hansen, 20th KY Inf. & 37th KY Mounted Inf.- WIA & POW at Saltville, VA American Civil War 31.75" single edged spear point blade with a 23.5" stopped median fuller, 1.07" wide at the ricasso. Overall length 37.75" with a 6" gilt brass hilt and grooved silver grip with twisted wire wrap. Face of guard with open work intertwined vines and chiseled pommel cap with a spread winged eagle at the rear of the grip. Blade marked COLLINS & CO/HARTFORD/CONN on the reverse ricasso and etched Schuyler, Hartley & Graham. Blade etched with fine complex intertwined foliate patterns with a large US, a Zouave soldier in full field gear and Columbia with her shield as the primary images on the reverse and a classical soldier and panoplies of arms with a Liberty Cap on the obverse. The browned steel scabbard features deeply chiseled gilt brass mounts with a silver presentation plaque on the obverse between the upper and middle mounts that is engraved: Shiloh Corinth/Presented to/Lieut. Col. C.S. Hanson/20th KY Vol/as a token of Friendship and esteem./By J.M. May 1863/Chaplin Hills. The sword is accompanied by a large binder of information and research about Hanson and his history. Charles S. Hanson (1829-1875) of was an attorney in Winchester, KY when joined the 20th Kentucky Volunteer Infantry on October 1, 1861 and was commissioned the lieutenant colonel of the regiment on January 6, 1862. During that year the regiment was engaged in many of the major battles in the western theater including Shiloh, Corinth, Perryville and Stones River. On December 31, 1862 Hanson was transferred to the 37th Kentucky Volunteer Infantry and was made the colonel of that regiment. The 37th KY was brigaded with the 20th KY and Colonel Hanson would eventually command the brigade as well. Most of 1863 and 1864 was spent on provost duty in and around Louisville and in chasing and fighting Confederate guerrillas in Eastern Kentucky, Middle Tennessee and Southwestern Virginia, most notably against men under the command of John Hunt Morgan. One of the more prominent engagements was Hanson's defense of Lebanon, TN against Morgan's Raiders on July 5, 1863. On October 2, 1864 Hanson was wounded and captured during action around Saltville, VA. This against a combined Confederate force of homeguard, guerrillas under the notorious Champ Ferguson and Confederate regular troops. The action was particularly horrific due to the massacre of some 40-50 African-American members of the 5th and 6th USCT by Confederate irregulars. Hanson was confined at Libby Prison in Richmond, VA. After his release Hanson returned to his command and was discharged on March 7, 1865. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Very good to fine. Blade with some bright polish and most of the etching intact with scattered surface oxidation and discoloration and some areas of age staining. Hilt with traces of gilt finish and silver grip moderately tarnished. Grip wire and throat washer intact. Pinned decorative pommel cap cover slightly loose. Scabbard with traces of brown and moderate oxidation showing scattered surface roughness and traces of gilt on the mounts. Presentation plaque nicely tarnished. Scabbard with some dings, most noticeably on the drag. Estimate: 6000 - 9000

Ames Model 1850 Foot Officers Sword Presented to Lt. Cornelius Batchelder - WIA at Gettysburg

Lot #40 (Sale Order 40 of 200)

Ames Model 1850 Foot Officers Sword Presented to Lt. Cornelius Batchelder - 12th Mass Infantry - WIA at Gettysburg American Civil War 30.5" slightly curved, single edged spear point blade, 36.5" in overall length. 6" hilt with gilt brass guard, shagreen covered grooved wood grip and with fifteen wraps of twisted wire. Obverse of blade etched in three lines Ames Mfg. Co/Chicopee/Mass. Blade etched with flowing floral patterns, as well as patriotic and martial themes. Gilt brass mounted leather scabbard is Ames marked with an engraved upper mount that reads: Presented to/Lt. CORNELIUS BATCHELDER/12th Mass Infantry/as a token of esteem from his/comrades in arms the enlisted/men of Co. D/June 17th, 1863. The sword is accompanied by a large binder of research and information about Batchelder. Cornelius Batchelder was a 27 year old currier when he enlisted as a sergeant in Company D of the 12th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry on June 21, 1861. The 12th Mass was known as the "Webster Regiment" and served with distinction in most of the major battles in the Eastern Theater from Cedar Mountain on August 9, 1862 through the initial assault on Petersburg from June 16-18 of 1864. The regiment took part in the battles of Second Manassas, South Mountain, Antietam and Fredericksburg in 1862. They started 1863 with the "Mud March". On March 9, 1863 Batchelder was promoted to 2nd lieutenant of his company. The regiment fought at Chancellorsville May 1-5, 1862 and Gettysburg July 1-3. Batchelder was wounded at Gettysburg on July 1, being shot in the thigh. His records additionally show that he was "in command of the company since August 23, 1863". On February 4, 1864 he was promoted to 1st lieutenant and his records seem to indicate that an additional request was made to make him captain of the company as he had spent most of the past few months in command of it. Batchelder mustered out with the rest of the regiment on July 8, 1864, having completed their three years of service. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Very good. Blade mostly a dull pewter patina with etching still mostly visible. Metal with scattered oxidation and discoloration. Hilt with a rich, uncleaned ocher patina and traces of gilt. Quillon bent. Grip with light to moderate wear and some scuffed loss. Wire and throat washer present. Scabbard with moderate wear, crazing and creasing with moderate damage and a repair between the middle mount and the drag. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

German Silver Gripped Officers Sword Inscribed to Isaiah Conley - 101st PA - POW and Prison Escapee

Lot #41 (Sale Order 41 of 200)

German Silver Gripped Officers Sword Inscribed to Isaiah Conley - 101st PA Infantry - POW and Prison Escapee American Civil War 30.5" slightly curved single-edged spear point blade, 36.25" in overall length. 5.5" hilt with cast brass guard and cast German silver grip with grooves and cast faux twisted wire wrap. Blade with minute traces of etching and no identifying marks but stamped 22 on the spine. The sword is accompanied by its brass mounted leather scabbard that is well worn and missing the drag. The upper mount is engraved Lieutenant/Isaiah/Conley. A large binder of research and information about Conley is included. Isaiah Conley joined the 101th Pennsylvania Infantry on February 20, 1862 and was commissioned a 2nd lieutenant in Company G the same day. The regiment saw its initial service during the Peninsular Campaign, fighting at Williamsburg, Seven Pines and Malvern Hill in the summer of 1862. In 1863 the regiment was moved to North Carolina and Conley was promoted to 1st lieutenant on January 21 of that year. The regiment took part in the Expedition from New Berne to Mattamuskeet Lake and saw additional service in and around the state. On April 20, 1864 while taking the town of Plymouth, NC after a three-day siege the majority of the regiment was captured, including Conley. He was interred with other officers in Columbia, SC. On October 5, 1864 he escaped from confinement and along with four other officers made his way back to Union lines. The group arrived in Knoxville, TN on November 13 and Conley was officially returned to duty on December 9th. Conley was promoted to captain on May 18, 1865 and was mustered out on June 25, 1865. Conley died on January 23, 1904. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Good. Blade cleaned with a mottled and oxidized gray patina and retaining essentially no etching. Blade somewhat loose in hilt. Guard cleaned to a golden appearance. Grip with some oxidation and wear. Scabbard well worn, missing the drag and with moderate damage to the leather, making it weak and fragile. The lower portion is likely to break if handled repeatedly. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Published Clauberg US Model 1850 Officer's Sword of Lt. Thomas McClure - KIA at Cold Harbor

Lot #42 (Sale Order 42 of 200)

Outstanding Published Clauberg US Model 1850 Officer's Sword of Lt. Thomas McClure, 7th NY Heavy Artillery - KIA at Cold Harbor American Civil War 32" slightly curved single-edged spear point blade with a 22" stopped median fuller and 1.09" wide at ricasso. Overall length 38" with a 6" gilt brass hilt with silver grip with small round silver studs and wrapped with multi-strand wire. Face of guard with US within a banner suggesting Staff & Field, but the sword is categorized as a Foot Officer's sword by Thillmann, who pictures and describes this sword on pages 292-293 of his book Civil War Army Swords. The blade is beautifully etched on both sides with flowing foliate scrolls and features a panoply of arms and large US on the reverse and more patriotic trophies of arms and a spread-winged Eagle on the obverse. The reverse ricasso bears a Clauberg maker's mark and the spine of the blade is etched IRON PROOF. The sword is accompanied by a gilt brass mounted silvered scabbard that is engraved on a presentation plaque on the reverse, between the upper and middle mounts: Presented to/Lieut. Thomas J. McClure/by the Officers and Men/of/Battery H 7th N.Y. Vol. Art. The sword is accompanied by a large binder of research and information regarding McClure. Thomas J. McClure (1840-1864) was a 22 year old clerk from Troy, NY when he enlisted in the 7th New York Heavy Artillery on August 13, 1862. He was made the 1st sergeant of Company H on August 18 and like most of the "heavies" the regiment spent its initial service in the defenses of Washington. With Grant's Overland Campaign of 1864 and the need to put overwhelming force in the field to fight the Army of Northern Virginia the 7th and many other heavy artillery regiments were redeployed for use as infantry with the Army of the Potomac. McClure must have been an efficient soldier and well-liked as he was promoted to 2nd lieutenant on December 5, 1863 and transferred to company A. The sword apparently commemorates this promotion and indicates how well liked he was by his old company. On February 18, 1864 he was promoted again, this time to 1st lieutenant and transferred to company L. On June 3, 1863 McClure was killed by artillery at the Battle of Cold Harbor. A description of his death noted that his right arm was torn off by the blast and another fragment penetrated his chest. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Fine. Blade with much of the bright polish and frosty etching. Metal with some scattered surface oxidation and age discoloration. The most evident discoloration are a couple of thumb sized patches near the tip on the obverse. Grip with moderate tarnish. Guard with much of the gilt finish. Scabbard with finish wear and tarnish. Mounts with traces of gilt finish. Estimate: 8000 - 12000

Cent Guard Style Presentation Sword of Capt. A.T. Farwell, KIA, Sword Captured by Capt. J.B. Hughes

Lot #43 (Sale Order 43 of 200)

Cent Guard Style Presentation Sword of Capt. A.T. Farwell 179th NY Infantry, KIA at The Crater and the Sword Captured by Capt. J.B. Hughes, 11th AL Infantry American Civil War 32.25" slightly curved single-edged spear point blade with a 19" stopped median fuller, 1" wide at ricasso. Overall length 38", with French Cent Guard gilt brass three branch hilt with knuckle bow and chiseled pommel cap. Grooved grip of polished wood with multi-strand wire wrap. Guard with a spread-winged Eagle in its face. Reverse ricasso with Clauberg maker's mark and obverse marked Schuyler, Hartley & Graham around the "Proved" disc. Blade etched with flowing foliate motifs and patriotic motifs, with a large US on the reverse as the central image and a spread-winged Eagle and trophies of arms as the central themes of the obverse. The sword is accompanied by its German silver scabbard with gilt brass mounts. The obverse of the scabbard is engraved between the throat and upper mount: Presented to/Capt. A.T. Farwell/by the Members of his Company/AS A TESTIMONIAL OF THEIR ESTEEM. The reverse of the scabbard is engraved above the upper suspension mount: Surrendered to J.B. Hughes Capt. Co/G 11th Ala. Regt. inside the Crater/at Petersburg, VA on the 30th of July 1864. A large binder of research and information accompanies the sword, including service histories for both officers. The sword was acquired from the late Kevin Hoffman's Historical Preservations company. Allen T. Farwell was from Corning, NY and joined the 179th New York Infantry on May 2, 1864. He was commissioned the captain of Company F on June 28, 1864. The regiment was initially sent to the defenses of Washington, DC but on June 11th, 1862 was reassigned to the 2nd Brigade, 1st Division, 9th Corps of the Army of the Potomac. The regiment moved to Petersburg, where it fought during the initial assault on the defenses from June 16-18. Their next major action came on July 30, 1864 when the mine explosion under the Confederate lines resulted in what is known as the Battle of the Crater. At this time, Farwell was listed as Killed in Action and his sword was captured by Captain J.B. Hughes of the 11th Alabama Infantry, as noted in the inscription on the reverse. Hughes has a far more interesting military history than that of Farwell, who was in the service for less than ninety days. Hughes was the Captain of Company G, the "Tuscaloosa Rifles" and had initially enlisted as a sergeant in May of 1861. He was elected captain of the company in November of 1862 and served in that capacity through the balance of the war. Hughes was wounded at both Antietam and Gettysburg and later captured at White's Tavern about two weeks after the Battle of the Crater. Upon his parole he returned to his regiment where he served until the remnants of the Army of Northern Virginia surrendered at Appomattox. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Ex-Kevin Hoffman Condition: Very good. Blade with scattered surface oxidation and age discoloration. Etching remains crisp and visible throughout. Hilt with traces of gilt in protected areas. Wood grip with some wear, showing scattered marks and mars. Wire wrap intact, and part of the leather throat washer is present. The scabbard shows moderate tarnishing scattered bumps, dings and mars. The engraving remains clear and fully legible. Estimate: 10000 - 15000

Klingenthal Cavalry Officers Saber Presented to Col. Albert Brackett - 9th Illinois Cavalry

Lot #44 (Sale Order 44 of 200)

Klingenthal Cavalry Officers Saber Presented to Col. Albert Brackett - 9th Illinois Cavalry American Civil War 36" curved single-edge blade with a 28.5" unstopped median fuller, blade 1.1" wide at ricasso. 42.25" in overall length with a 6.25" hilt. Gilt brass two branch guard with knuckle bow with chased floral motifs and a drooped wing eagle on the pommel cap. Spine with weak Klingenthal maker's mark. Blade etched with flowing floral, foliate and martial themes. Brass mounted steel scabbard with German silver presentation plaque applied to the obverse between the upper mount and the throat. The engraved plaque reads: Presented to Col. Albert G. Brackett NINTH ILLINOIS CAVALRY/by the officers of his Regiment at Camp Douglas/Chicago, Illinois, October 26th 1861. The sword is accompanied by a massive binder of research about Brackett and his career, copies of service records, etc. Albert Gallatin Brackett (1829-1896) was born in Cherry Valley, NY and moved to Indiana in 1846. He served as a 1st lieutenant in the 4th Indiana Volunteer Infantry as part of Lane's Brigade during the Mexican American War and fought at Huamantla, Puebla, and Atlixco. He was discharged in 1848. He then pursued a career in the military and in 1855 was made a captain in the 2nd US Cavalry, which spent most of its pre-Civil War service fighting Comanches on the Texas frontier. The 2nd US Cavalry included a number of officers who would become Confederate generals, including Robert E Lee, Joseph E Johnston, Albert Sydney Johnston, John Bell Hood, J.E.B. Stuart, William Hardee and Earl Van Dorn, just to name a few. A number of future Union generals also served in the 2nd, including George B McClellan, George H Thomas, John Sedgwick and George Stoneman, again to name a few. With the outbreak of the Civil War Brackett escaped the surrender of the Texas garrison by General Twiggs to the Confederacy and returned east, where he was present at 1st Manassas. In August of 1861 he became the colonel of volunteers, commanding the 9th Illinois Cavalry. Following a successful campaign in Arkansas, he was breveted to major in the regular army in June of 1862 and then promoted to full major and reassigned to the 1st US Cavalry in July of 1862. He spent much of 1863 as Chief of Cavalry for the Department of Missouri and in 1864 was made Assistant Inspector General for the Department of the Cumberland. He served during the Atlanta Campaign and was brevetted to lieutenant colonel in September of 1864 and then colonel during late 1864. After the war he returned to the frontier to see action against the Native American tribes in Wyoming, Nevada and Arizona. He wrote two books about his military service including "General Lane's Brigade in Central Mexico" (1854) and "History of the United States Cavalry" (1865). He retired from service in 1891 and died in Washington, DC in 1896. He is buried in Arlington National Cemetery. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Very good. Blade with a dull pewter patina, showing scattered surface oxidation and age discoloration. Etching with moderate wear and loss. Presentation plaque with wear. Hilt with minute traces of gilt in protected areas. Grip with some wear to the shagreen, wire intact. Throat washer with some moderate wear and loss. Scabbard with scattered surface oxidation and minor marks. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Non-Regulation Import Staff & Field Officers Sword Inscribed to Lt. Col. Andrew W. Raffen

Lot #45 (Sale Order 45 of 200)

Non-Regulation Import Staff & Field Officers Sword Inscribed to Lt. Col. Andrew W. Raffen - 19th Illinois Infantry American Civil War 31.25" slightly curved single-edged spear point blade with a 22.5" unstopped median fuller. Blade 1" wide at ricasso, overall length 36.5". 5.5" hilt with gilt brass guard featuring a spread-winged eagle in the face, in the style of the classic "Peterson 75". Grooved wood grip covered in leather with sixteen wraps of multi-strand wire. Top of pommel cap smooth oval bone cameo style insert and face of pommel cap with Masonic "Square & Compass" iconography. Blade with weak etching depicting flowing foliate scrolls, martial and patriotic themes. Heavy brass scabbard with chased oak leaf mounts is engraved on the obverse between the upper mount and the throat: Presented to/Lt. Col. A.W. Raffen/19th ILL. Inft./by his Chicago Friends/Jan. 1st 1863. The sword is published on pages 55-56 of Inscribed Union Swords by David Stroud. A large binder of research and information regarding the Raffen is included with the sword. Andrew W. Raffen was commissioned into the 19th Illinois Volunteer Infantry on July 30, 1861 as the captain of Company E. The regiment served in the Western Theater of operations, initially in and around New Madrid, MO with most of the balance of 1861 and 1862 was spent in the states of Tennessee and Alabama. The first large scale combat for the regiment came at Stones River (Murfreesboro) during December 30, 1862-January 3, 1863. On July 22, 1862 Raffen was promoted to lieutenant colonel of the regiment and he took command of the regiment at Stones River after the colonel was wounded. The regiment fought at Chickamauga and during the Chattanooga Campaign including at Missionary Ridge. 1864 brought fighting in and around Dalton followed by the Atlanta Campaign, and the regiment was mustered out in July of 1864. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Good. Blade cleaned with a dull pewter patina and weak etching. Blade with a couple of edge nicks and slightly loose at the guard/hilt/blade junction. Grip with moderate wear and some leather loss, wire intact. guard with some traces of gilt. scabbard with moderate wear, numerous dents and dings, and a crack about halfway between the middle mount and the drag. Estimate: 2500 - 4000

Sauerbier Non-Regulation Sword of Maj (Gen) Douglas Frazar- The Man Who Caught Mosby and Let Him Go

Lot #46 (Sale Order 46 of 200)

Sauerbier Non-Regulation British "Rifle Officers" Sword Presented to Major (General) Douglas Frazar 13th NY Volunteer Cavalry, later of the 104th USCT - The Man Who Caught Mosby and Let Him Go! American Civil War 31.75" slightly curved single-edged spear point blade, 37.125" in overall length. 5.5" hilt with gilt brass "French" embellished guard featuring a drooped-wing eagle. Grooved pewter grip with fourteen wraps of multi-strand wire. Pommel with a large Masonic G on its face and green cameo style pommel cap carved with foliate designs and surrounded by tiny green stones. Four holes in the cameo piece suggest a contrasting overlay piece is missing. Reverse ricasso etched in three lines: H. Sauerbier/NEWARK/N.J. Blade deeply etched with flowing foliate scrolls as well as patriotic and martial themes. Steel scabbard with deeply chiseled gilt brass mounts and acid etched patterns on the obverse including foliate scrolls, the Shield of Columbia, a Spread-Winged Eagle and a ribbon that reads E Pluribus Unum. The reverse of the scabbard is engraved between the upper and middle mounts: Presented to/Major Douglas Frazar/By the Officers of the 13th Regt N.Y.Vo.Cav. The sword is accompanied by a studio CDV of Frazar with this sword and scabbard and a large binder of research and information about him. The binder includes an old tag noting that it was de-accessioned from the Duxbury, MA historical society. Douglas Frazar (1836-1896) was born in Duxbury, MA and was 28 years old when he joined the 13th New York Volunteer Cavalry as a major on August 3, 1863. The regiment spent most of its service in the Northern Virginia region scouting, patrolling and countering Confederate cavalry and guerrillas in the area. In particular they were often in pursuit of the "Grey Ghost", Confederate cavalry commander John Singleton Mosby. On December 21, 1864 Frazar and a patrol was leading surrounded a house near Middleburg where Mosby and some of his men were eating. The US cavalrymen entered the house and exchanged gunshots with the men inside. During the firing Mosby was severely wounded in the stomach but managed to remove himself to a bedroom, hide his uniform coat and pretend to be a dying man. Frazar and his command ignored the possibility that it was Mosby and left him there. At least one report noted that Frazar was certainly derelict in his duty by not searching the wounded man, questioning him or detaining him. It was further noted that "...Major Frazar was too much under the influence of liquor to perform his duty at that time in the proper manner." Despite his less than sterling performance in this matter, Frazar was mustered out of the 13th NY on June 15, 1865 for promotion to colonel and given command of the 104th US Colored Troops. On June 22, 1867 he was granted the rank of Brevet Brigadier General of US Volunteers, back dated to March 13, 1865 for his "faithful services". This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Very good. Blade with much of the deep etching intact and fully visible with some frost still present. Tip slightly blunted. Grip moderately tarnished, Guard with traces of gilt with the counterguard bent. Scabbard moderately oxidized showing areas of staining and discoloration with the etching mostly visible. Mounts with minute traces of gilt in the recesses. Scabbard with some scattered dings and dents. Estimate: 4000 - 7000

Non-Regulation Officer's Sword of Lt. Charles J. Murphy - POW at Bull Run, Medal of Honor Recipient

Lot #47 (Sale Order 47 of 200)

Non-Regulation Officer's Sword Presented to Lt. Charles J. Murphy - 38th New York Infantry - POW at Bull Run and Medal of Honor Recipient American Civil War 30.5" slightly curved, single-edged spear point blade with a 23" stopped median fuller. 5.25" hilt with brass three-branch guard and knuckle bow, chiseled backstrap and floral motif pommel cap. Grooved wooden grip covered in shagreen with 7 wraps of multi-strand wire. Blade decorated with flowing etched floral and marital motifs. Brass scabbard with steel drag is engraved on the obverse between the mounts, Presented to Lieut. C.J. Murphy,/by his friends/1861 and on the reverse Siege of/Yorktown/Bull Run/Fair Oaks/Gaines Mills/Goldings Farm/Peach Orchard/Savage Station/White Oak Swamp/Glendale/Malvern Hill. A sword knot is attached to the hilt. The list of battle honors which Murphy does not appear to have been present for, having been discharged in November of 1861, is somewhat disconcerting. Two large binders of research about Murphy accompanies the sword. Charles Joseph Murphy (1832-1921) was born in Stockport, England and subsequently emigrated to the United States. He was 29 years old when he joined the 38th New York Volunteer Infantry and was commissioned a 1st Lieutenant on June 3, 1861 in Company A. On June 8 he was promoted to 1st Lieutenant and Quartermaster and on July 4 he was transferred from Company A to the Field & Staff. On July 21, at the Battle of Bull Run, Murphy would earn the Congressional Medal of Honor and also become a prisoner of war. His citation reads: "Took a rifle and voluntarily fought with his regiment in the ranks; when the regiment was forced back, voluntarily remained on the field caring for the wounded and there taken prisoner." Murphy was confined at Libby Prison in Richmond. Murphy escaped and returned to Union lines, but due to the harshness of his confinement and the tribulations of his escape, was bothered by health issues for the rest of his life. He applied for a disability pension as the result of a "nervous disorder" due to these hardships. He was discharged from the army on November 5, 1861. He had an illustrious post war career as the Minister to Belgium from the state of Iowa and was credited with the introduction of "Indian Corn" (maize) to Europe as a form of food to reduce starvation. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Good. Blade moderately oxidized with scattered patches of surface oxidation and discoloration over a dull gray patina. Hilt with a rich, uncleaned appearance. Grip with some surface wear, wire intact, throat washer missing. Scabbard with scattered bumps, dings and mars and missing the throat. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Ames Model 1850 Staff & Field Officer's Sword Inscribed to Lt. Albion W. Tourgee - 105th OH Infantry

Lot #48 (Sale Order 48 of 200)

Ames Model 1850 Staff & Field Officer's Sword Inscribed to Lt. Albion W. Tourgee - 105th OH Infantry - Captured by John Hunt Morgan's Raiders American Civil War 30.25" slightly curved single-edged spear point blade, overall length 36.25". 6" hilt has a gilt brass guard with a US in the face, a shagreen covered grooved wood grip and fourteen wraps of twisted wire. The obverse of the blade is etched in three lines forward of the ricasso: Ames Mfg. Co./Chicopee/Mass. The blade is etched with flowing foliate themes, as well as martial and patriotic images with a large US in the center of the reverse. The sword is accompanied by its blued steel, gilt brass mounted scabbard with a three-line Ames marking on the reverse of the upper mount. The obverse of the upper mount is engraved: A Werncker Tourgee/Lt. 105th Ohio Vols. The sword is accompanied by what is identified as Tourgee's burgundy silk officer's sash, a large binder of research and information about Tourgee and seven books, four written by Tourgee after the war and three about him. Albion W. Tourgee (1838-1905) is probably one of the most recognized Union officers who served in the western theater during the American Civil War, although his name is not widely known. He is the left most officer pictured in the well known and widely published image of three 105th OH officers on the march, which has been titled "Officers Three". The image depicts three grizzled company grade officers from the 105th OH on the march, wearing US Pattern 1858 Dress Hats, canteens and haversacks hitched up, coats open and swords carried somewhat casually and carelessly. The image was struck in Dechard, TN in late 1863. In the image, Tougee holds a partially eaten piece of hardtack in the left hand. Albion W Tourgee, a native of Ohio, began his military career on May 7, 1861 when he enlisted in Company E of the 27th New York Infantry as a sergeant in Rochester, NY. Like so many of the early war volunteer regiments the 27th first saw the elephant at the 1st Battle of Bull Run on July 21, 1861. There the regiment suffered some 62 casualties, including 14 killed, 15 wounded, 30 captured and 3 missing. Slightly less than three weeks later, in a small action near Bull Run, VA sergeant Tourgee was wounded in the back near his spine, a wound that would trouble him throughout his life. On August 21, 1861 Tourgee was discharged from the service for disability. He returned to his home of Ashtabula, OH where he read law at the firm of Sherman & Farmer until the wound had healed enough that he could return to service. On July of 1862 he enlisted in the 105th OH Volunteer Infantry and was commissioned a 1st lieutenant in Company G on August 20. The first major engagement for the 105th was at the Battle of Perryville on October 8, 1862, from which the regiment moved to northern Middle Tennessee and western Kentucky where it spent most of its time in operations against Confederate cavalry commander John Hunt Morgan. During Morgan's Christmas Raid through this region, Tourgee and 118 other members of the 105th OH were captured by Morgan. Tourgee would be exchanged at City Point, VA on May 8, 1863 after having been held in a number of Confederate prisons. Tourgee returned to his command in time to take part in the Tullhoma Campaign, Battle of Chickamauga, Siege of Chattanooga and the Battle of Missionary Ridge. On December 6, 1863 Tourgee resigned from the 105th OH. After the war Tourgee worked as an attorney and judge with much of his time spent in the south during reconstruction. He wrote a book about this time and several other books in the post war era, with four of his books included. Tourgee died in Bordeaux, France on May 21, 1905. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Very good. Blade lightly cleaned with much of the polish and frosty etching intact, showing some scattered surface oxidation and freckled discoloration. Hilt with traces of gilt, grip with some wear. Wire intact, as is throat washer. Scabbard with some blue, showing a moderately oxidized brown patina and freckled areas of oxidized surface roughness. Metal with some lightly scattered minor dings. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

US Model 1850 Foot Officer's Sword Inscribed to CHT - Charles H. Tobey - WIA, POW Petersburg

Lot #49 (Sale Order 49 of 200)

US Model 1850 Foot Officer's Sword Inscribed to CHT - Charles H. Tobey of the 58th Mass Volunteers - WIA at Spotsylvania and Petersburg, POW Petersburg American Civil War 30.5" single edged slightly curved spear point blade, 36.25" in overall length. 5.75" hilt with gilt brass guard, shagreen covered grooved wood grip with thirteen wraps of twisted wire. Blade etched with flowing foliate scrolls and patterns, along with martial and patriotic themes. Presumed Ames address etching gone from the obverse. Includes a gilt brass mounted browned steel scabbard that is missing the throat and is inscribed C.H.T./58th Regt. Mass. Vols. The sword is accompanied by a CDV of Tobey and a large binder of information about him. Two issues of Civil War Times are also included that discuss him, a gun of his owned by Norm Flayderman and a follow up story about Tobey that discusses this sword. Charles H. Tobey was a 21 year old clerk when he enlisted in Company L of the 3rd Mass Infantry. The 90-day regiment mustered out on July 22, 1861. The regiment was reorganized in the fall of 1862 for 9 months, and Tobey was enlisted as a sergeant in Company E, serving until the regiment was mustered out in late June of 1863. Tobey then enrolled in the 58th Mass Infantry and was commissioned a 2nd lieutenant in Company D on January 22, 1864. On March 3 he was promoted to 1st lieutenant. The regiment saw its first major combat at the Wilderness, followed by Spotsylvania where Tobey was wounded and then Cold Harbor. From there the regiment moved to the Siege of Petersburg and on June 17 Tobey was wounded during the initial series of attacks on that stronghold. On June 18th he was promoted to captain and transferred to command Company K. On September 30, 1864 Tobey was captured at Poplar Grove Church (Peeble's Farm) and was not exchanged until February 23, 1865. He mustered out with the regiment on July 14, 1865. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Very good. Blade with much of the polish and frosty etching with scattered freckles of surface oxidation and some freckled loss to the etching. Hilt with traces of gilt in protected areas. Missing throat washer. Grip with some wear to the shagreen, wire intact. Scabbard with some brown finish, showing freckled surface oxidation, scattered dings and major wear to the drag. Scabbard missing the throat. CDV good. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Ames Knight's Head Militia Style Sword Presented to 1st Sergeant (Lt.) Henry Parker - KIA at Resaca

Lot #50 (Sale Order 50 of 200)

Ames Knight's Head Militia Style Sword Presented to 1st Sergeant (Lt.) Henry Parker - 33rd Mass Infantry - KIA at Resaca American Civil War 25.125" straight spear point blade, 1" wide at ricasso. Overall length 31.75" with a 6.75" gilt brass hilt with reeded bone grip, Knight's Head pommel cap, 5.125" cross guard and shell motif langets. Blade etched with flowing foliate and patriotic designs and obverse ricasso dry needle etched with Ames markings that are concealed by the langets. The sword is accompanied by its gilt brass mounted leather scabbard with the upper mount engraved Presented to/1st Sergt./H.J. Parker/33rd Regt. Ms. Inf./by the/Students of/Townsend. A binder of information about Parker and his service accompanies the sword. Henry J. Parker was 25 years old and from Townsend, MA when he enlisted as a private in the 6th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment on may 20, 1861. This was a 90-day regiment and Parker and the balance of the regiment were mustered out on August 2, 1861. On January 22, 1862 he enlisted in Company E of the 33rd Massachusetts Infantry Regiment as the company's 1st Sergeant. On February 16, 1863 Parker was promoted to Sergeant Major of the regiment and was transferred to the regimental field and staff. On March 29, 1863 he was commissioned as a 2nd lieutenant and returned to Company E. The 33rd Mass spent much of 1862 in the Northern Virginia area and started 1863 with the infamous "Mud March". The regiment's first major action came at Chancellorsville on May 1-5, 1863, followed by Brandy Station on June 9 and Gettysburg June 1-4. In the fall of 1863 the regiment was moved to the Western Theater where they fought at Wauhatchie, Tunnel Hill and Missionary Ridge in October and November. In 1864 they participated in the Atlanta Campaign with the first major engagement being at Resaca on May 14-15. Parker was killed in action at Resaca on May 15. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Fine. Blade with most of the frosty etching and original bright polish. Hilt with some gilt remaining. Grip with some light wear. Scabbard with moderate crazing and some finish loss with a major crease about about 6.5" above the drag. Stitching remains tight. Mounts with some traces of gilt. Estimate: 2000 - 4000

U.S. M1850 Staff & Field Officer's Sword of Maj. Joseph Colburn WIA at 2nd Bull Run and Petersburg

Lot #51 (Sale Order 51 of 200)

U.S. Model 1850 Staff & Field Officer's Sword Presented to Maj. Joseph Colburn, 59th Mass Inf. WIA at 2nd Bull Run and Petersburg American Civil War 32.25" single-edged spear point blade, 37.75" in overall length. 5.5" gilt brass hilt with grooved wooded grip with restored shagreen cover and twisted wire. Blade cleaned and unmarked without etching. Ames marked gilt brass mounted blued steel scabbard with inscribed upper mount that reads: Presented by the/W.B.B.C./To our brother member/Maj. Jos. Colburn/of the Mass 59th Vetrns. The sword is accompanied by a CDV of Colburn and a large binder of information and research about Colburn. Joseph Colburn (1831-1900) was a 29 year old merchant from Roxbury when he was commissioned as a 1st lieutenant in Company E of the 13th Mass Infantry on July 16, 1861. The regiment spent most of its first year of service from mustering to August of 1862 with various companies detached on outpost and picket duty in a variety of locations in and around the Northern Virginia, Maryland and Shenandoah Valley area. During this time they were engaged in a variety of skirmishes and minor actions. Their first major fighting came at Cedar Mountain on August 9, 1862 and then they participated in Pope's Campaign that included Thoroughfare Gap and culminated at 2nd Manassas on August 30. At that action Colburn was wounded, receiving a gunshot wound. The regiment then fought in the Maryland Campaign, including South Mountain and Antietam. 1863 started for the 13th with the Mud March. On February 2, 1863 Colburn was promoted to captain of Company E. 1863 saw the regiment engaged at Chancellorsville and Gettysburg, followed by the Bristoe Campaign. On October 5, 1863 he was discharged for promotion and was commissioned a major in the staff & field of the 59th Mass Infantry. This late war regiment began organization at the end of 1863 and was officially mustered between January and April of 1864. The regiment fought at the Wilderness and Spotsylvania, and then Cold Harbor during the Overland Campaign before moving to the Siege of Petersburg. Colburn was wounded before Petersburg on June 17. The regiment was at the Battle of the Crater after the Mine Explosion at the end of July and saw additional action during the campaign at Weldon Railroad and Peeble's Farm that summer and fall. On August 4, 1864 Coburn was promoted to Lt. Colonel, and three weeks later was promoted to full Colonel on the 22nd. The regiment fought at the recapture of Fort Steadman in March of 1865 and then participated in the Appomattox Campaign. Colburn was discharged for disability on April 28, 1865 and died in Denver, CO on March 29, 1900. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Good. Blade cleaned with no etching or markings present, showing a dull pewter patina, scattered surface oxidation and some scuff marks. Grip with restored shagreen and wire. Minute traces of gilt in protected areas of guard. Scabbard with moderate oxidation and dulling to the blue, showing scattered dings and dents and a well worn drag. CDV with clipped corners. Estimate: 2500 - 4000

Two Ames Presentation Swords, Lt. Henry Ward WIA Antietam, Spotsylvania & Petersburg, POW Petersburg

Lot #52 (Sale Order 52 of 200)

Two Ames Presentation Swords to Lt. Henry Ward (Capt.) 57th Mass Infantry WIA at Antietam, Spotsylvania & Petersburg, POW Petersburg & Post-War General American Civil War 1.) Ames US Model 1850 Foot Officer's Sword. 30" slightly curved single-edged spear point blade, 36" in overall length. 6" hilt with gilt brass guard, grooved wooden grip covered in shagreen with thirteen wraps of twisted wire. Blade with barely legible Ames markings etched on obverse, and with flowing foliate, patriotic and martial themes etched on both sides. Includes a brass mounted steel scabbard with Ames markings on the reverse of the upper mount and engraved Presented to/Lieut. H.C. Ward/Co. G 57th Reg. M.V./by his Friends/Worcester, Mar. 28/1864. 2.) Ames US Model 1850 Foot Officer's Sword. 30.5" slightly curved single-edged spear point blade, 36.25" in overall length. 6" hilt with gilt brass guard, grooved wooden grip covered in shagreen with fifteen wraps of multi-strand twisted wire. clear Ames etching on the obverse near the ricasso with the blade decorated with rich foliate scrolls, patriotic and martial themes. The sword is accompanied by its Ames marked engraved gilt brass scabbard with chased classically themed mounts. The obverse between the upper and middle mounts is engraved: Presented to Lieut./H.C. Ward/By the members/of Co. G 57th Mass Vet. Vols. April 1864. The sword is accompanied by an officer's gilt sword knot and a large binder of information about Ward, as well as a framed copy of an image of him. Henry Clay Ward was an 18 year old mechanic when he enlisted as a private in Company D of the 15th Mass Infantry on July 21, 1861. He served with the 15th Mass through September 4, 1863 when he resigned. During that time he fought with the regiment through their campaigns, including the battles of Ball's Bluff, Siege of Yorktown, Seven Pines, the Seven Days, Savage's Station, White Oak Swamp and Malvern Hill, all by July 1, 1862. The regiment fought at Antietam on September 16-17, 1862 and Ward was wounded during that battle. The regiment ended 1862 by fighting at Fredericksburg. In 1863, the regiment participated in the Mud March, the Chancellorsville Campaign, and saw additional fighting at Mayre's Heights, Salem Heights and Gettysburg. During 1863 Ward was promoted to sergeant on February 26 and 2nd lieutenant of Company F on March 14. He resigned his commission on September 4, 1863. On March 9, 1864 he accepted a commission as a 1st lieutenant in Company G of the newly organized 57th Mass Infantry, which was officially mustered into service on April 6. Their first campaign was along the Rapidan River to the James River and they fought at the Wilderness and Spotsylvania in May and Cold Harbor in June. At Spotsylvania Ward was wounded again. Mid-June saw the regiment before Petersburg, where Ward was wounded for the third time on June 17. The regiment was involved at the Battle of the Crater on July 30 and on July 31 he was promoted to Captain and transferred to Company K. The balance of the year was spent in and around Petersburg seeing siege duty and fighting minor actions at Weldon Railroad and Poplar Grove Church. On March 25, 1865 the regiment was part of the fighting to recapture Fort Steadman from the Confederates and Ward was captured during this action. He was exchanged on April 4. Ward was mustered out with the rest of the regiment on July 30, 1865. He entered Regular Army service after the war, serving from February 23, 1866 to October 30, 1905 and he retired as a Brigadier General. Ward fought during the Philippine Insurrection and was wounded for the fourth time during that service. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: 1.) Good with wear to the etching on the blade, showing a dull gray patina with darker patches of age discoloration and oxidation. Etching weak and worn. Hilt with no gilt remaining and a dark butterscotch patina, grip wrap with some wear. Wire intact as is throat washer. Scabbard with no finish and mottled oxidation, showing dings and dent and a heavily worn drag. 2.) Very good. Blade mostly bright with most of the etching clear. Metal with some scattered discoloration and oxidation. Hilt with traces of gilt. Grip with some wear. scabbard with traces of gilt and some scattered bumps, dings and dents. Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Cased Clauberg Model 1850 Foot Officers Sword Presented to Lt. Asaph Dodge with Belt and Sash

Lot #53 (Sale Order 53 of 200)

Cased Clauberg Model 1850 Foot Officers Sword Presented to Lt. Asaph Dodge of the 116th NY with Belt and Sash American Civil War 32" slightly curved single-edged spear point blade with a 21" stopped median fuller. 38" in overall length, with a nominally 6" which includes a gilt brass foliate open work guard and a grooved wood grip covered in shagreen with 11 wraps of twisted wire. Spine of the blade is etched IRON PROOF. Reverse ricasso with Clauberg logo and maker's mark. Reverse blade with acid etched US in the center and the obverse with a large spread-winged American Eagle. A gold bullion officer's sword knot is attached to the knuckle bow. The sword includes its rear seamed, engraved gilt brass mounted leather scabbard with inscriptions on the reverse of the upper and middle mounts. The upper mount reads, Presented to/Lieut. A.O. Dodge/by Co F/16th Regt. N.Y. Vol./Feb. 1863 with West Point/Gaines Hill/Charles City Cross Roads/Crampton Gap/Antietam/Fredericksburg engraved on the middle mount. The case also includes a burgundy worsted wool sash and a folded and sewn leather sword belt, as well as a large gold bullion eagle hat device that is nominally 3.5"x3.5". All of this is contained in a lovely highly figured wood case with a form fitted mauve velvet interior, which has an inscription plaque on the top which reads: Presented to/Lt. A Dodge/Co. E 16th NYSV/Presented by Co. F. The grouping is accompanied by a large binder of research about Dodge, copies of his service records, and copies of period newspaper accounts about the presentation of the sword to Dodge and his thanks to the regiment. Asaph Dodge enlisted in the 16th New York State Volunteer Infantry on April 27, 1861 in Potsdam, NY. He was officially mustered into the regiment on May 15, 1861 as a sergeant in Company F. The 16th New York moved from their training camp in New York to the defenses of Washington in late June, arriving on June 29. The regiment was marched out of Washington as part of Davies' Brigade, Miles' Division of McDowell's Army of Northern Virginia, and proceeded to Fairfax Courthouse area. On July 21 the regiment was engaged at the Battle of First Manassas, and then retreated to the Alexandria area with most of the Union Army. The regiment spent most of the following months until the spring of 1862 in the Washington area, with some limited forays into the Northern Virginia area. The regiment regiment participated in the Peninsula Campaign in April and May of 1862, fighting at Yorktown and West Point. On June 25th Dodge, who had previously been promoted to 1st Sergeant of Company F was promoted to 2nd Lieutenant and transferred to Company E. That same day the regiment began the Seven Days Before Richmond campaign, seeing combat at Gaines' Mill on the 27th, Savage's Station on the 29th, White Oak Swamp on the 30th and Malvern Hill on July 1. In August the regiment participated in Pope's Northern Virginia Campaign, and then the Maryland Campaign, which included fighting at Crampton's Gap, South Mountain and culminated at the battle of Antietam. Like most of the Army of the Potomac the 16th ended 1862 by fighting at Fredericksburg. From January 20-24, 1863 the regiment participated in Burnside's ill-fated "Mud March" and on January 21 Dodge was promoted to 1st Lieutenant. The regiment participated in the Chancellorsville Campaign and saw combat at Salem Church on May 3-4. On May 15 the regiment was mustered out of service as their enlistments had expired. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Fine. The blade retains much of the bright polish and frosty etching on the two small panels, with some lightly scattered minor oxidation and discoloration from age. Hilt with some gilt remaining, primarily in protected areas. The grip shows some moderate wear and scattered finish loss to the wrap, with the wire intact. Blade washer intact as well. Scabbard with moderate wear and substantial flaked finish loss. Mounts with traces of gilt finish with the drag slightly loose. Sash is in about fair condition with moderate to heavy wear, fabric loss and damage due to use. Belt fair to good with moderate to heavy wear, some stitching loss and opening to the folded leather. Leather is somewhat weak and delicate. Plate is in very nice condition, with the buckle on the belt that the plate attaches to not the normal "factory" buckle, but rather a wire one. Bullion eagle good with some loss to the wire and some areas of looseness as well. Estimate: 5000 - 8000

Klingenthal Combination French Hilt Non-Reg Officer's Sword Lt. George W. Kenney-KIA White Oak Swamp

Lot #54 (Sale Order 54 of 200)

Klingenthal Combination French Hilt Non-Regulation Officer's Sword of Lt. George W. Kenney - 71st PA Volunteers aka 1st California Regiment - POW at Balls Bluff and KIA at White Oak Swamp American Civil War 30.25" quill-backed single-edged spear point blade with nearly full-length unstopped median fuller. Blade 1.18" wide at ricasso, overall length 36". 5.5" hilt with gilt brass guard with a large spread-winged eagle in the face and a five branch knuckle bow. Backstrap with chiseled vine motifs and pommel cap with classical themes. Grooved wood grip with shagreen covering and thirteen wraps of multi-strand wire. Spine of blade with script Klingenthal maker's mark. Blade etched with flowing foliate theme and martial images including trophies of arms. No scabbard is present. An engraved silver plaque has been added to the blade which reads: Lt. Geo. W. Kenney/71st Penna Vols./Killed in Action June 30-1862/Battle of White Oak Swamp Va. This sword was previously offered for sale by Norm Flayderman in Catalog #93, then by Dale C Anderson in his Catalog #79. The sword is accompanied by a large binder of research and information about Kenney, including an original large format salt print on mount, nominally 6"x9" of Kenney in the camp with members of the regiment, as well as an original letter from George C Brown to Kenney's wife dated July 26, 1862 regarding the inadvisability of her traveling in hopes of recovering Kenney's body at this time. An original copy of the 1870 monograph "The Model Soldier - A Memoir of Lieutenant George W Kenney" by Reverend G.D. Carrow is also included. In this the gift of the sword to Kenney is discussed as well as its return to his home after his death without its scabbard. Also included is an original account book that is hand titled "Sword" and "Testimonial to Lieut Geo W Kenney - Sword". Inside on the ruled lines are the names of the contributors who rasied money for the purchase of the sword as well as the amounts they each donated. The inner page is inscribed "Subscribers to Testimonial Sword for Lieut. Geo. W. Kenney." George W. Kenney enlisted in the 71st Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, also known as the 1st California Regiment in the spring of 1861. The large regiment initially had fifteen companies, including L, M, N, P and R. Kenney was the 2nd lieutenant of P company. However, the last five companies were soon merged into the the first ten companies. The regiment saw their first major combat action at Ball's Bluff on October 21, 1861. At this time Kenney was captured along with much of his company and they were imprisoned in Richmond, VA. They were released in early 1862 and Kenney was promoted to 1st lieutenant by the Governor of Pennsylvania and was also presented with this sword, paid for by friends who took up a subscription to purchase it. During the Seven Days before Richmond, at the Battle of White Oak Swamp, Kenney was shot through the body and killed. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Previously sold by Norm Flayderman and Dale C Anderson Condition: Good. Blade moderately to heavily oxidized with a significant amount of dark age staining and mottling over the dull gray steel. The only real areas of brightness left on the blade are the areas where the added plaque has protected the blade over the years. Hilt with some gilt finish remaining. Grip with some wear. Plaque with nice tarnish and clear, legible engraving. Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Cased Schuyler, Hartley &Graham Retailed Walscheid 1850 Foot Officer's Sword to Major William Walker

Lot #55 (Sale Order 55 of 200)

Cased Schuyler, Hartley & Graham Retailed Walscheid 1850 Foot Officer's Sword Inscribed to Major William Walker 27th Mass. Infantry - KIA at Cold Harbor with Sash, Belt, Bag and CDV American Civil War 30.5" single-edged slightly curved spear-point blade with a 21.5" stopped median fuller and a 15.5" narrow secondary fuller along the spine. 36.5" in overall length, with a 5.75" hilt with a gilt brass foliate motif guard. Grooved wooden grip with shagreen covering and 18 wraps of twisted wire. Reverse ricasso stamped in two lines WALSCHEID/SOLINGEN. Blade etched with floral, patriotic and martial themes. Metal scabbard with engraved gilt brass mounts and a presentation plaque between the upper and middle mounts. The plaque is engraved: Presented to/CAPT. WILLIAM A WALKER/Co C 27th Mass V by the members/OF HIS COMPANY/as a toke of their regard and/esteem for him as a Man/& a solider. Newbern, N.C./June 17, 1862. The sword is contained in a wooden case marked with a gilt ink stamp that reads SCHUYLER, HARTLEY/& GRAHAM/19 MAIDEN LANE/N.Y. on the pillow inside the lid. The compartmentalized mahogany veneer wood case was originally lined in a mauve velvet which has mostly faded to a dull brown color. The case contains a gilt officers sword knot, a maroon officers silk sash, a leather backed bullion and cloth sword belt and a pair of brass spurs. A CDV of Walker is also included with the sword. William A. Walker was a 35-year old accountant from Greenfield, MA when he was commissioned the captain of Company C of the 27th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry on October 16, 1861. The 27th Mass moved to Annapolis, MD in early November and remained there for drill and instruction until January of the following year when they joined Burnside's Expedition to Hatteras Inlet and Roanoke Island. The regiment fought at Roanoke Island and New Berne and remained in North Carolina for the rest of the year and most of 1863 as well. In 1863 the regiment participated in the Siege of Washington, NC and spent much of the year doing Provost Duty in New Berne. On May 29, 1863 Walker was promoted to be the regimental major and left Company C for the Field & Staff. In March of 1864 the regiment was reassigned to duty in Virginia, initially in Portsmouth, but by May were in motion to join Grant's Overland Campaign. They fought at Port Walthal Junction and Chester Station on May 6-7 and Walker was wounded during the action on the 6th. Less than a week later the regiment was engaged at Drewry's Bluff where some 252 men were captured, including the Colonel commanding and the lieutenant colonel. This left Walker in command of the remnants of the regiment. Two weeks later the regiment was engaged at the Battle of Cold Harbor, and while leading an assault on June 3, Walker was killed. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Good to very good. Blade with a dull pewter patina and freckled oxidation and discoloration. Some of the etching remains frosty with the balance dull. Blade with some minor scuffing as well. Hilt with traces of gilt. Grip covering with some wear and minor surface loss, wire intact as is the buff leather throat washer. Scabbard with a moderately oxidized brownish-gray patina and traces of gilt on the brass. Scabbard with wear and some minor dings. Sash and belt with moderate wear, fading and some fabric loss. Belt plate with much of the gilt. Spurs very good. Case with moderate wear and a repaired crack in the lid. Interior well worn, heavily faded with some moderate damage to the lid pillow and wear to the dividers. Estimate: 5000 - 8000

Cased Damascus Bladed Import 1850 Staff & Field Officers Sword of Capt. William Wood

Lot #56 (Sale Order 56 of 200)

Cased Damascus Bladed Import 1850 Staff & Field Officers Sword Presented to Capt. (Major) William Wood - 9th NY Heavy Artillery with Belt and Sash American Civil War 31" slightly curved, single-edged blade with 21" stopped median fuller. 37" in overall length with a 6" hilt with a foliate gilt brass guard with a US in the face, a shagreen covered grooved wooden grip and 13 wraps of twisted wire. Obverse ricasso is marked Solingen in script, spine with oak leaf etching. Damascus patterned blade etched with rich flowing foliate patterns as well as patriotic and martial themes with gilt highlights. The sword is accompanied by its leather scabbard with gilt open work brass mounts, with the face of the upper mount engraved: Presented to/Capt. Wm Wood/by/his fellow citizens of Butler, NY/Sept. 1862. The sword is additionally accompanied by a leather sword belt, sword handing chains, a maroon silk sash, and a fine figured walnut presentation case with a dark blue velvet fitted interior. A binder of research and information about Wood is included with the archive. William Wood was commissioned a captain in the 9th New York Heavy Artillery on August 24, 1862 as the commander of Company G. Like most of the early war "Heavies" the regiment was initially posted to the defenses of Washington DC. It remained there until the majority of the "Band Box" Heavy Artillery regiments were pulled from the defenses to provide additional manpower for Grant's Overland Campaign during the summer of 1864. The regiment fought at Cold Harbor in June where they suffered 148 casualties and subsequently at the initial assault on the defenses of Petersburg. The fought at Monocacy where they suffered an additional 305 casualties and then at 3rd Winchester on September 19 where they suffered 42 more. Three days later the regiment was engaged at Fisher's Hill. On September 28 Wood was promoted to the rank of major due primarily to attrition among the officers. The regiment fought at Cedar Creek on October 19, suffering another 208 casualties and returned temporarily to DC before returning to the trenches around Petersburg. In 1865 the regiment fought at the final fall of Petersburg, at Sailor's Creek and at Appomattox Court House before being consolidated with the 2nd NY Heavy Artillery on June 27 and then mustered out on July 6, 1865. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Very good. Blade with some of the Damascus patterning still clearly visible. Blade with a mostly dull pewter patina with most of the etching clear and much of the gilt highlights present. Hilt with traces of gilt in protected areas. Grip with moderate wear and some finish loss, wire intact. Scabbard with moderate wear, crazing and flaked finish loss with the leather substantially weakened with age. Belt with moderate wear as well, flaked finish loss and crazing. Sash bout very good with some fading and thread loss around the bulbous ends of the tassels. Case very nice with some minor exterior wear and more moderate wear on the interior with some damage to the partitions. Estimate: 5000 - 8000

US M1850 Staff & Field Officers Sword & M1860 Staff & Field Officers Sword of Maj Gustavus Sniper

Lot #57 (Sale Order 57 of 200)

The US Model 1850 Staff & Field Officers Sword & the Model 1860 Staff & Field Officers Sword of Major, later General Gustavus Sniper - 101st NYV and later 185th NYV American Civil War, Indian Wars 1.) US Model 1850 Staff & Field Officers Sword retailer marked by Willard & Hawley of Syracuse, NY. 31" slightly curved single-edged spear point blade with a 21" stopped median fuller. 37" in overall length. 6" hilt with gilt brass foliate guard with US in the face and a grooved wooden grip covered in shagreen with 16 wraps of twisted wire. Blade dated 1862 on the obverse ricasso with the retailer name and address etched on the reverse of the blade above the ricasso. Blade etched with foliate and patriotic themes and on the reverse with the presentation that reads: Presented to Maj. Gustavus Sniper by his friends ES Payne and BD Benson. The presentation is noted in a period newspaper article. The sword is accompanied by its brass mounted steel scabbard. 2.) US Model 1860 Staff & Field Officers Sword retailer marked by Horstmann. 29.5" double-edged spear point blade with diamond cross section. 35.75" in overall length. 6" hilt with deeply chiseled cast brass guard, knuckle bow and pommel cap with floral and patriotic motifs. Plain brass folding counterguard. Deeply chiseled German silver grip is decorated with martial themes. The sword is accompanied by its silvered steel scabbard with gilt brass mounts and is engraved on the reverse between the throat and upper mount: Genl. G. Sniper/Presented by the members of/Central City Veterans. This presentation sword is also noted in a period newspaper article. The swords are accompanied by a large binder of research about Sniper. Gustavus Sniper (1836-1894) was born in Freiburg, Baden (Germany). He emigrated to the United States in 1842 with his family, which settled in Syracuse, NY where he was educated. He worked in the cigar making business as a young man and joined the local militia company, the Syracuse Light Guard in 1854. With the outbreak of the Civil War, Sniper helped to organize two companies of volunteer infantry, one serving with the 12th and one with the 24th New York. Sniper was very briefly commissioned as the Captain of Company C of the 12th NY on December 15, 1861 but was discharged for promotion on February 1, 1862 and transferred to the Field & Staff of the 101st NY. The 101st spent their initial service in the defenses of Washington DC but in the spring joined the Army of the Potomac on the Virginia Peninsula where they fought during the Seven Days Before Richmond, followed by Pope's Northern Virginia Campaign which culminated at 2nd Manassas. On November 11 Sniper was promoted to lieutenant colonel and the following month the 101st fought at Fredericksburg. The regiment was mustered out on December 23, 1862 and Sniper returned home. On September 23, 1864 Sniper commissioned as the Lieutenant Colonel of the 185th New York which was organized in the Syracuse area. The regiment was dispatched to the Siege of Petersburg. On March 10, 1865 Sniper was promoted to the rank of colonel and took command of the regiment. He led them at the battles of Hatcher's Run and Lewis Farm at the Junction of the Boydton Plank and Quaker Roads. Here Sniper led a charge that earned him a brevet promotion to Brigadier General for gallantry. The regiment was also at Five Forks and Appomattox and concluded their service by marching in the Grand Review. In 1905 a large equestrian statue was erected in Syracuse to commemorate Sniper. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: 1) Good. Blade with moderate oxidation and discoloration with a mottled gray patina. Etching remains mostly legible. Hilt with a bend at the counterguard. Grip with moderate wear and some surface flaking, with the shagreen seam opening up. Wire wrap is loose, but intact. A leather throat washer is present. Scabbard with an oxidized gray patina and dark butterscotch colored brass. Scabbard with some minor dings, a loose throat and the screw missing from the rear of the drag. 2) Good. Blade with a dull gray patina and soft etching that remains mostly visible. Hilt crisp and untouched. Guard with some minor wobble. Scabbard moderately oxidized with traces of silver wash and patches of discoloration. Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Non-Regulation Import Staff & Field Officers Sword of Capt. Albert Foster - 25th Mass Infantry

Lot #58 (Sale Order 58 of 200)

Non-Regulation Import Staff & Field Officers Sword of Capt. Albert Foster - 25th Mass Infantry American Civil War 29.5" single edged spear point quill back blade with full-length stopped median fuller. Blade 1.15" wide at ricasso, overall length 35". 5.5" hilt brass guard that features a spread-winged eagle in the guard's face. Full backstrap with chiseled foliate themes terminates in a classically inspired pommel cap. Grooved wooden grip covered in shagreen with fourteen wraps of multi-strand wire. Knuckle bow engraved: Presented to/Capt. A.H. Foster by his friends Sept. 28th 1861. The sword is accompanied by a brass mounted leather scabbard. A large binder of research about Foster accompanies the sword. This sword was published and discussed in the September 1980 issue of The Gun Report and in Inscribed Union Swords 1861-1865 by David Stroud. Albert H. Foster was a 42-year-old carpenter from Worcester, MA when he was commissioned the Captain of Company D of the 25th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry on October 12, 1861. The regiment was sent to North Carolina as part of Burnside's Campaign against Roanoke Island and the vicinity and on February 8, 1862 Foster was shot in the head while leading an assault. Amazingly the bullet that "entered his right temple and exited his right eye" did not kill him, although he was spent some time recovering before returning to the regiment. Upon his return to the regiment in September of 1862, Foster fought through the regiments remaining campaigns, with some brief interludes where he spent some time in the hospital "sick", a not uncommon occurrence in the swampy environs of the south during summer months. The regiment spent most of its service in North Carolina before being transferred to the Virginia theater of operations where it fought at Cold Harbor and during the Siege of Petersburg. The regiment returned to North Carolina in September of 1864 and finished their service there. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Good. Blade with wear and bends in the last few inches near the point. Metal moderately oxidized with a dark and light gray mottled patina. Metal with some pitting and wear to the etching. Hilt with some damage, with bending and cracking at the quillon and counter guard. Grip with some wear and loss. Scabbard with moderate wear and finish loss and showing heavy crazing to the leather. Estimate: 2500 - 4000

Non-Regulation Staff & Field Officer's Sword of Lt. Isaiah Robison - KIA at Peachtree Creek

Lot #59 (Sale Order 59 of 200)

Non-Regulation Staff & Field Officer's Sword of Lt. Isaiah Robison - 28th PVV - KIA at Peachtree Creek American Civil War 32.25" slightly curved, single-edged spear point blade with a 19" stopped median fuller, blade 1" wide at ricasso. Overall length 37.5" with a 5.5" hilt. Pierced steel partial basket guard with spread-winged eagle, grooved wood grip with shagreen covering and seven wraps of multi-strand wire. Reverse ricasso with Clauberg maker's mark, obverse with "Proved" disc. The blade is etched with flowing foliate scrolls on both sides with a US as the central panel on the reverse and a spread-winged Eagle on the obverse. Spine of blade is etched: Lieut I.B. Robison 28th P.V.V. The sword is accompanied by its steel scabbard. Isiah B. Robinson was 21 years old when he enlisted in the 28th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry on June 12, 1861. He was appointed a sergeant in Company A. The 28th was initially commanded by John Geary who went on to be a general and governor of Pennsylvania. The 28th spent most of 1861 in the Harpers Ferry area, around Point of Rocks, MD, at Bolivar Heights, etc. 1862 saw service in the same region, as well as Northern Virginia, with combat at Thoroughfare Gap on April 2. On January 1 Robinson was promoted from sergeant to 2nd lieutenant. The regiment continued to operate in the Northern Virginia area and then participated in Pope's campaign in that region, which culminated at 2nd Manassas. The regiment fought at Antietam, and then returned to their operations around the Harpers Ferry region. January of 1863 saw them participate in the Mud March and spring brought the campaign that culminated at Chancellorsville. The regiment fought gallantly at Gettysburg and in the fall moved to the Western Theater where they participated in the Chattanooga Campaign, including the Battles of Lookout Mountain, Missionary Ridge and Ringgold Gap. The spring of 1864 brought the Atlanta Campaign, with the 28th fighting at Dug Gap, Resaca, New Hope Church and Dallas. Robinson briefly took command of Company C during March and April of 1864 and then returned to Company A as the acting commander. During fighting at Peachtree Creek on July 20, 1864 Robinson was killed in action. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Good. Blade with moderate to heavy oxidation and some surface rust. Some pitting on blade, all metal with a dark gray and brown patina. Grip wrap with some wear and some wire loss. Throat washer intact. Scabbard with moderate wear, showing scattered dings. Estimate: 2500 - 4000

Presentation Ames 1840 Officers Sword, Ames 1850 Foot Officers Sword to Lt and Col(Gen)Gershom Mott

Lot #60 (Sale Order 60 of 200)

Two Presentation Swords to Lieutenant and Colonel (General) Gershom Mott, An Ames 1840 Officers Sword and an Ames 1850 Foot Officers Sword American Civil War 1.) Ames Model 1840 Officers Sword. 32.25" single edged straight spear point blade with a nearly full-length stopped median fuller. 38.75" in overall length with a 6" cast brass hilt with folding clamshell counter guard and knuckle bow. Hilt with simple cast foliate decorations and an urn pommel. Etched blade with foliate, patriotic and marital themes and marked N.P. Ames/Cutler/Springfield in three lines on the obverse near the ricasso. The sword is accompanied by a brass mounted leather scabbard with the reverse of the throat engraved: Presented to/LIEUT. GERSHOM MOTT JR./by the/Young Men of Trenton, NJ. 2.) Ames Model 1850 Foot Officers Sword. 30.25" single edged, slightly curved spear point blade with 21" stopped median fuller. 36.25" in overall length with a 6" hilt with a gilt brass cast guard with foliate decorations and a knuckle bow. Grooved wooden grip covered in shagreen with 15 wraps of twisted wire. Blade with weak etching that features flowing foliate themes as well as patriotic and martial images. The etched Ames mark is nearly obscured by wear. The inside of the guard is deeply hand engraved: Presented to Col. Gershom Mott/By the privates of the 6th New Jersey Vols. The sword is accompanied by a gilt brass mounted leather scabbard with the typical Ames marking on he reverse of the throat. The swords are accompanied by a large binder of information about and research regarding Mott. Gershom Mott Jr. (1822-1884) was born in Lamberton, NJ near Trenton on April 7, 1822. Mott was educated at the Trenton Academy and by the age of 14 was working in New York as a dry goods sales clerk. With the outbreak of the Mexican-American War, Mott volunteered and was commissioned a lieutenant, serving with the 10th US Infantry Regiment which had been authorized for one year's service during the war. Mott served from April 23, 1847 to August 22, 1848. The following August Mott married Elizabeth Smith and the couple had one child. Mott worked a variety of jobs in New Jersey after the war including with the Delaware & Raritan Canal Company and Bordentown Bank. With the coming of the Civil War Mott was commissioned the lieutenant colonel of the the 5th New Jersey Volunteer Infantry Regiment on August 23, 1861. The regiment saw its first serious combat during the Peninsula Campaign in the Spring and early Summer of 1862, fighting at the Siege of Yorktown and Williamsburg. On May 7, 1862 Mott was promoted to colonel and given command of the 6th New Jersey Infantry regiment. Mott led the regiment at Fair Oaks and during the Seven Days Before Richmond as well as during Pope's Campaign in Northern Virginia which culminated at 2nd Manassas where Mott was wounded. Following that battle, Mott was promoted on September 7, 1862 to Brigadier General and given a brigade to command. He was wounded in action at Chancellorsville in May of 1863 and led a division at in Hancock's Corps at the Wilderness and a brigade at Cold Harbor. Later in 1864 he returned to division command under Hancock and was breveted to the rank of Major General on August 1, 1864 for his distinguished service. He was wounded for the third time during the war at Amelia Springs, VA on April 6, 1865. His brevet to Major General was made a full commission of that rank in the US Volunteers on May 26, 1865. He served as a member of the military commission that tired Colonel Henry Wirz, the notorious commander of the Confederate prisoner of war camp at Andersonville and resigned from the service in 1866. After the war he held a variety of positions in railroads and banking and died on May 29, 1884 in New York City. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: 1) Very good to fine. Blade with some original bright polish and much of the frosty etching intact with an uncleaned patina to the hilt. Scabbard with moderate wear, crazing and some finish loss with the leather having faded to a chocolate brown from black. Leather with some creasing and areas of weakness. 2) Good to very good. Blade lightly cleaned with a dull pewter patina and some wear and loss to the etching. Metal with scattered oxidation and discoloration. Hilt with some nice traces of gilt. Grip with moderate wear and some minor loss to the shagreen along the high edges and contact points. Wire intact, as is throat washer. Scabbard with some wear, crazing and finish loss and some areas of weakness. Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Imported Model 1850 Foot Officer's Sword of Lt. William Tompkins - 115th NY - KIA at Olustee

Lot #61 (Sale Order 61 of 200)

Imported Model 1850 Foot Officer's Sword of Lt. William Tompkins - 115th NY - KIA at Olustee American Civil War 30.5" single edged spear point blade with 20.5" stopped median fuller, blade 1" wide at ricasso. Overall length 36.5" with a 6" hilt with the typical gilt brass cast floral motif guard and grooved wooden grip with traces of leather covering and wire wrap. Blade decorated with acid etched panels showing patriotic and martial themes as well as a large US in the center of the blade on the reverse. The sword is contained in a well worn leather covered steel scabbard with brass mounts. The upper mount is engraved on the obverse below the throat: 2nd Lieut./Wm Tompkins/Co. C 115th Regt./N.Y.S.V. A binder of information and research about Tompkins and his service accompanies the sword. William Tompkins joined the 115th New York Volunteer Infantry as a 2nd lieutenant on August 20, 1862 in Fonda, NY. He was officially mustered into Company C of the regiment on September 10. The regiment was deployed to Harpers Ferry and participated in its unsuccessful defense from September 12-15, when it was surrendered with the entire garrison to Confederates. The following day the regiment was paroled and sent to Camp Douglas, IL to await official exchange. After their exchange the regiment was sent to Hilton Head, SC in January of 1863 where they were stationed until February of 1864 when they took part in the expedition to and occupation of Jacksonville, FL. On February 20, the regiment took part in the Battle of Olustee (also called Ocean Pond) where they suffered a substantial number of casualties, including 59 enlisted men killed or mortally wounded, 185 men wounded and 45 missing. Additionally three officers were killed, including the regimental colonel and 2nd Lieutenant Tompkins. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Fair. Blade with a dull pewter patina, showing an old light cleaning and scattered surface oxidation and discoloration. Etching with moderate wear and some loss. Hilt with a rich, untouched patina. Grip well worn, with most of the covering and wire missing and the wood core showing wear and loss. Scabbard fair, showing heavy wear and missing much of the leather covering, with the steel showing moderate amounts of rust. Estimate: 2000 - 4000

Roby M1850 Foot Officers Sword, 1850 Staff & Field Scabbard, Lt.Col. Henry Merwin-KIA at Gettysburg

Lot #62 (Sale Order 62 of 200)

Roby Model 1850 Foot Officers Sword in 1850 Staff & Field Scabbard Presented to Lt. Col. Henry Merwin - 27th Connecticut Volunteers - KIA at Gettysburg American Civil War 32" single edged, slightly curved spear point blade with a 22" stopped median fuller. 37.25" in overall length with a 5.75" hilt. Gilt brass guard with foliate motifs, grooved wooden grip covered in shagreen with 13 wraps of twisted wire. Blade etched with flowing foliate scrolls, patriotic and martial themes. The sword is a replacement in the 1850 Staff & Field Scabbard which is a browned steel scabbard with gilt brass mounts. The upper mount is engraved Presented to/Lieut. Col. Henry C. Merwin/27th Regt. C.V./by his friends. The sword and scabbard were acquired from Norm Flayderman in 1966 by the late Wiley Sword who did significant research regarding its owner. He determined that the original sword was likely surrendered at Chancellorsville when the regiment was captured, but that Merwin retained his scabbard, later replacing the lost sword with the one now present. This sword, along with the one of the regiment's colonel were acquired together by Flayderman from another dealer who presumably acquired them a Connecticut historical society or possibly an old GAR post. Wiley Sword wrote an article about the two swords in Issue #12 of The Gettysburg Magazine, a copy of which is included. Here Sword postulates that the 10th GA, which captured the 27th CT at Chancellorsville took the swords of the officers and the Confederate officers potentially retained them and were carrying them when the two regiments fought each other again in the Wheatfield at Gettysburg. Copies of Flayderman's correspondence with Sword, Sword's comments which are noted in 1999 auction description of the sword from when his collection was sold, and a substantial amount of research about the sword and scabbard and Merwin are included in a large binder. Henry C. Merwin (1839-1863) was active in the local New Haven Grays militia unit before the war. He initially enlisted in the 2nd Connecticut Volunteer Infantry on April 22, 1861 and on May 7 he was made a sergeant in Company G. He saw action with the regiment at First Manassas in July of 1861 and returned to Connecticut with the regiment when their 90-day service was over. In the fall of 1862 he helped to raise a company for the newly forming 27th Connecticut Infantry and while initially believing he would be a company commander he was elected lieutenant colonel by the balance of the officers. At Chancellorsville most of the regiment was surrounded and captured and Merwin spent some time at Libby Prison before being exchanged in late May 1863. He returned to the small portion of the regiment that was not captured during the battle and was leading them in a charge in the Wheatfield on July 2, 1863 at Gettysburg when he was killed in action. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Ex-Wiely Sword Collection Sold by Norm Flayderman, Ex-Wiley Sword Collection Condition: Good. Blade a dull pewter color with patches of freckled age discoloration and oxidation scattered over its entire length. Hilt with an untouched, rich butterscotch patina. Grip with moderate wear and surface loss to the shagreen. Scabbard heavily oxidized with traces of gilt on the mounts, showing some scattered surface roughness on the body. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Ames Model 1851 General Officers' Sword Inscribed from Confederate Col. WW Horton to Capt. PH Thomas

Lot #63 (Sale Order 63 of 200)

Published Ames Model 1851 General Officers' Sword Inscribed from Confederate Col. WW Horton to Capt. PH Thomas American Civil War 32" double-edged spear point blade with a 30" stopped median fuller. 39" in overall length, with a 6.5" gilt brass hilt with urn pommel, single knuckle bow, wire wrapped grip and dual clamshell guards with the obverse guard foldable. Blade etched with foliate, martial and patriotic motifs and with the central image being US on both sides. Tecumseh with a raised tomahawk is also featured on the reverse. Lower obverse of blade is etched in three lines Ames Mfg. Co/Chicopee/Mass. The folding guard is engraved in three lines: Col. W.W. Horton/to/Capt. P.H. Thomson. The sword is accompanied by its Ames marked gilt brass scabbard that is decorated with floral motifs and with a Spread-Winged Eagle between the mounts. The upper mount includes two suspension rings along with a frog hook and the middle mount includes as single ring. The sword is accompanied by a large binder of research regarding Horton and Thomson, including copies of their available service records. The sword was acquired from noted collector and dealer Don Ball. The sword is pictured and described on pages 223 to 225 of John Thillmann's Civil War Army Swords. Special Order No. 16 from the Headquarters of the Department of Alabama and West Florida, dated 5 December 1861 explains the circumstances under which these two officers in Confederate service initially interacted. The order reads: "Captain P.H. Thomson Louisiana Infantry, will proceed to Dayton, Morengo County, Alabama and Muster Captain WW Horton's Company of armed Cavalry with the service of the Confederate States for the period of 12 months. He will appraise the horses of the Company and transmit the muster rolls Direct to the Adjutant General, Richmond, VA. On the completion of his duty, Captain Thomson will return and Report to these head Quarters. By Command of Major Genl. Bragg, Geo. G. Garner Asst. Adjt. Genl." A framed copy of this order is included with the sword. P.H. Thomson initially served in the 1st Louisiana Infantry as a lieutenant, and was later promoted to captain. He served on the staff of General Braxton Bragg and later of General Kirby Smith. W Walter Horton initially served as a colonel of Alabama militia, "Horton's Infantry" which was the 20th regiment of Alabama Militia Infantry and later served in the Field & Staff of the 8th Alabama Cavalry. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Sold by Don Ball Condition: Good. Blade with a dull grey patina and showing moderate amounts of scattered oxidation, discoloration and darkness. Etching is weak, but mostly visible. Metal with some scattered minor surface roughness. Hilt with some of the gilt remaining and the guard folding and locking into place as it should. Knuckle bow is slightly loose on hilt. Leather throat washer in place. Scabbard with much of the gilt and crisp engraving. Scabbard with some scattered bumps, dings and mars. Estimate: 5000 - 8000

Import Foot Officers Sword with Scabbard to Capt. S.E. Thomason - Captured and Descended in Texas

Lot #64 (Sale Order 64 of 200)

Import Foot Officers Sword with Scabbard Inscribed to Capt. S.E. Thomason - 176th NY Vols., then Captured and Descended in a Texas Confederate Family American Civil War 30" slightly curved single-edged quill back blade with a nearly full-length unstopped median fuller. Blade 1.125" wide at ricasso with an overall length of 35.75". 5.5" hilt with single branch cast brass guard with knuckle bow, floral decorations and Phrygian helmet pommel cap. Grooved wood grip covered in shagreen with 13 wraps of twisted wire. Blade unmarked other than two touchmarks on the obverse ricasso, an S in a depressed shield and a Crown/B. The sword is accompanied by a leather covered, brass mounted steel scabbard. The upper and middle mounts are highly decorated and chased and the relatively plain drag is probably a replacement. The obverse of the middle mount has a shield in the center of a panoply of arms that was apparently engraved but only minute traces of the engraved words are still present. The reverse of the middle mount has a large US engraved in it. The reverse of the upper mount is engraved Presented to/Capt. S.E. Thomason/As a token of Esteem/by Co. H 176th N.Y. Vols. The sword is also accompanied by a maroon silk officer's sash, and a large binder of research and information about Thomason as well as history related to the sword and its later Confederate owner Ira Long. Samuel E. Thomason joined the 14th New York Infantry as the captain of Company H on May 17, 1861. He was discharged slightly less than 1 year later on May 12, 1816 for "disability". On December 18, 1862 he was commissioned the captain of Company H of the 176th New York Infantry. While serving with the 14th NY Thomason would have been present for 1st Manassas on July 21, 1861 and started the Peninsular Campaign in March of 1862, seeing combat during the Siege of Yorktown, but discharged prior to Hanover Courthouse and the Seven Days Before Richmond. The 176th was raised in late November and December of 1862 and was sent to New Orleans in January of 1863. The regiment fought at LaFourche Crossing, Thibodeaux, Fort Buchanan and Bayou Boeuf during June of that year. On June 23, at Brasher City, LA, Thomason was wounded and captured along with several other officers and companies A, F and I. Only 156 men were left with the regiment after the engagement. According to the documents accompanying the sword, it was apparently acquired by Lieutenant Ira Long of the 15th Texas Cavalry sometime after Walker's capture at Brasher City, LA. Thomason surrendered directly to Long, as the 15th Texas was transferred from the Trans-Mississippi to serve with Cleburne's Division with the Army of Tennessee in June of 1863, suggesting they may not have been present for the engagement near Brasher City. However, a letter from Long's daughter, dated June 8, 1977, states that the sword had been in the family since the war. The letter notes that she sold the sword to a Robert W. Stephens of Dallas, TX on that date and that the sword, scabbard and sash had been in the family's possession since the war. She describes the sword and scabbard inscription and they are definitely this sword and scabbard. Long fought with the 15th Texas during the war and served as a Texas Ranger for a period of time in the post-war period. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Good. Blade moderately oxidized with a brownish gray patina. Brass guard with an uncleaned patina. Grip with moderate wear and some loss to the shagreen with the wire essentially intact. Guard very slightly loose on hilt. Scabbard with moderate wear, seam split on rear of metal body with the steel heavily oxidized. Brass mounts with an untouched patina. Sword does not seat fully in the scabbard. Sash about fair, with moderate wear, showing significant fading and some fabric loss. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Unmarked Confederate Enlisted Cavalry Saber by Memphis Novelty Works

Lot #65 (Sale Order 65 of 200)

Unmarked Confederate Enlisted Cavalry Saber by Memphis Novelty Works American Civil War 34.875" curved, single-edged blade with a 28.25" unstopped median fuller. Flat spine, width at ricasso is 1.1875". Overall length is 41.25". 6" hilt with cast brass guard featuring two branches and a knuckle bow. The sides and interior of the knuckle bow are filed flat, typical of these Memphis-made swords, while the branches retain their rounded shape. The hilt has a crude, somewhat squat Phrygian helmet pommel cap and the brass castings show some minor flaws along with some rough finishing and file marks. Leather covered wood grip with 11 grooves and only the trace remnants of twisted wire wrapping. The inner face of the upper portion of the guard has the period initials RFL lightly and carefully scratched into it. The saber is accompanied by a wonderfully crude lap-seamed japanned sheet iron scabbard with brass mountings. The scabbard has a crudely finished cast brass throat and pair of suspension mounts, with the mounts having iron split rings as hangers. The split rings have a nominal exterior diameter of 1". The drag is brass as well, with slightly better finishing. Overall a solid and honest example of an unmarked Memphis Novelty Works saber with a nice set of period initials inside the guard and wonderful Confederate scabbard. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very good. Blade with a moderately oxidized mottled gray patina with scattered areas of surface discoloration. The very tip of the blade appears to be slightly rounded and there is some light pitting near the tip. Guard with a rich golden patina and showing scattered impact marks. Grip with much of the leather intact but the wire almost entirely missing. Scabbard heavily oxidized with some traces of the black japanning intact, mixed with a dark brown patina and moderate amounts of surface roughness. Brass mounts heavily oxidized as well. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Schuyler, Hartley & Graham M1860 Staff & Field Officers' Sword from Spy Col. W.O. Williams in TN

Lot #66 (Sale Order 66 of 200)

Published Schuyler, Hartley & Graham Model 1860 Staff & Field Officers' Sword taken from Confederate Spy Col. W.O. Williams in Franklin, TN and Inscribed to Henry Newcomer American Civil War 31" diamond shaped spear-point blade, .75" wide at ricasso with a prominent median ridge. 37.5" in overall length with a 6" gilt brass hilt with a shagreen covered grooved grip with fourteen warps of twisted wire. Hilt with raised and chased floral and patriotic decorations on the knuckle bow and urn shaped pommel cap. Etched blade with flowing foliate designs, martial and patriotic themes and an oval Schuyler Hartley & Graham retailer's mark on the obverse blade, a Klingenthal mark on the reverse ricasso and a French maker's mark on the obverse. Oval guard with raised and chased American Eagle motif, folding counterguard engraved with the presentation that reads: This sword was captured with Col. Orton/(Alias) Awtin, (alias) Williams who was captured/And Executed at Franklin, Tenn. June 1863 As A/SPY, by the Federal Forces and Presented to/Henry Newcomer by Lieut. Col. Hepburn/2nd Iowa Cavalry, Insp. Cav. Dept. of/The Cumberland. This sword is published in John Thillmann's Civil War Army Swords and is pictured and described on pages 448-450 of that book. The sword is accompanied by its browned steel scabbard with gilt brass mounts. The story of the sword is somewhat complex but well documented in accompanying binder of research. William Orton Williams who eventually called himself Lawrence William Orton, was the great grandson of Martha Washington and 1st cousin once removed to Robert E Lee's wife Mary Custis Lee. Prior to the war Williams had prevailed upon Lee to secure him a commission in the US military, which Lee did, and in 1860 Williams joined the 2nd US Cavalry. After the war broke out he resigned and went to Richmond where he again prevailed upon Lee for help securing a position in the Confederate Army. According to research in John Thillmann's book, Williams (Orton) subsequently distinguished himself at Shiloh and ended upon the staff of General Braxton Bragg. At this point he had the rank of colonel and his cousin Lt. Walter G. Gibson was his adjutant. The pair were dressed in Federal uniforms with forged documents when they managed to secure entry to Fort Granger in Franklin, TN on June 8, 1863. Although able to pass an initial inspection, Williams (Orton) was recognized by another officer who knew him before the war and was immediately identified as a spy. The pair were summarily tried by order of Army of the Cumberland commander General Rosecrans and after their conviction were sentenced to death at the ad hoc court martial. The pair were hanged as spies at 9AM on the following morning. The event is well documented, including period depictions in Harper's Weekly. Newcomer (some references name him as "Harry") was a spy and scout attached to Rosecran's Army of the Cumberland during that time. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Very good. Blade retains some polish and areas of bright steel with the balance dulling. Etching remains mostly crisp and intact with areas of frostiness. Metal with some scattered freckling and oxidized discoloration. Brass with a dull mustard patina and traces of gilt. Counterguard ball catch broken, so guard will not remain in the upright position. Grip with some light wear and finish loss to the shagreen. Throat washer in place. Scabbard with surface oxidation and scattered bumps, dings and minor dents. Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Confederate Cleaned & Repaired "Q" Marked US Springfield Model 1842 Musket

Lot #67 (Sale Order 67 of 200)

Confederate Cleaned & Repaired "Q" Marked US Springfield Model 1842 Musket American Civil War .69 caliber. 42" round barrel. SN: NSN. Arsenal Bright finish, full-length American Black Walnut musket stock. Single shot muzzleloading percussion smoothbore musket with the barrel secured by three flat, spring-retained barrel bands. Lock is crisply marked with a {Spread-Winged Eagle}/US forward of the hammer and SPRING/FIELD/1855 in three vertical lines at the tail of the lock. Breech plug tang with matching 1855 date and left breech quadrant with V/P/{Eagle Head} inspection marks. Counterpane with a weak script cartouche that appears to be the JS of Springfield Arsenal inspector James Stillman. The musket is further marked with a crisp Q forward of the triggerguard, indicating the gun was "Cleaned & Repaired" in the Confederate Arsenal system during the Civil War. The musket retains its original brass blade front sight on the top strap of the upper barrel band, both sling swivels and a correct original trumpet head ramrod that is full-length with threads at the end. The gun is accompanied by a copy of Stephen Knott's book "Captured & Collected - Confederate Reissued Firearms" which details the story of the guns that were run through the Confederate C&R (Cleaned & Repaired) process at various southern arsenals. The "Q" mark that is found on this gun is believed to indicate work done a the Richmond Arsenal/Artillery Workshop to make firearms serviceable again for reissued to troops in the field. Overall this is a really fine and crisp example of a US Model 1842 musket with a desirable Confederate refurbishment mark in the wood. Condition: Fine. Smooth bore is fine and bright with some lightly scattered oxidation and minor discoloration. Metal lightly cleaned to bright leaving the proof marks slightly softened, but with the tang and lock marks still extremely crisp. Metal shows some lightly freckled discoloration and some scattered areas of very minor light surface oxidation. Lock is extremely crisp and mechanically excellent. Stock is fine, retaining some feathery texture to the wood and a deeply stamped, if slightly blurred, cartouche on the counterpane. The wood shows some scattered minor bumps, dings and surface scuffs from handling, light use and storage. A truly fine and crisp musket overall. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Palmetto Armory Cavalry Saber by William Glaze

Lot #68 (Sale Order 68 of 200)

Palmetto Armory Cavalry Saber by William Glaze American Civil War 32.125" curved single-edged spear-point blade with flat spine, 27" stopped median fuller and a 16.5" secondary fuller near the spine. 38" in overall length with a 6" hilt. Cast brass guard with two-branch guard and knuckle bow and a Phrygian helmet pommel cap. Grooved wooden grip covered in leather with 19 wraps of twisted wire. Obverse ricasso is stamped Columbia, S.C. The sword is otherwise unmarked, as is correct for most examples. The blade has been shortened approximately 4", likely during the period of use and re-tipped. These sabers were delivered by William Glaze & Co of Columbia, SC to the state of South Carolina circa 1852-1853 for the use of the state militia, with only 2,000 being delivered. A scarce secondary Confederate cavalry saber with an attractive, untouched patina. No scabbard is present. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good. Blade shortened as noted and with a mostly rich brown patina on the obverse with a more mottled grayish-brown patina on the reverse. Metal shows scattered surface oxidation, roughness and some pitting. The edge of the blade shows numerous nicks and minor chips along its length. Guard with medium golden patina and some looseness and wobble. Peen appears undisturbed. Throat washer missing. Leather wrap with moderate wear and some loss, wire wrap present but loose in some areas. Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Rare Palmetto Armory Pistol by William Glaze

Lot #69 (Sale Order 69 of 200)

Rare Palmetto Armory Pistol by William Glaze American Civil War .54 caliber. 8.5" round barrel. SN: NSN. Browned finish, polished color casehardened lock, brass furniture, walnut stock. Single shot percussion ignition muzzleloading smoothbore pistol with captive ramrod. Lock marked with correct Palmetto tree design in the center over the letters S.C. with the words PALMETTO ARMORY in an arc over the tree. The words have the correctly attached serifs in the right locations and the tree has the correct lower right frond touching the trunk which is correctly hatched in a single direction diagonally in the correct way. The tail of the lock is correctly marked COLUMBIA/S.C. 1852 in two vertical lines. No date is visible on the breech plug tang, but the left breech flat of the barrel is correctly marked Wm GLAZE & CO above the stock line. The breech has a set of weak inspection marks consisting of a P over V over {Palmetto Tree} which are partially obscured by pitting. There are the expected condemnation "C" marks on the interior of the lock plate and under the bolster on the barrel. The pistol retains its original brass front sight blade and original captive ramrod. The guns were "manufactured" for the state of South Carolina by William Glaze. Glaze received a contract to deliver 1,000 pairs of pistols (2,000 total) in 1851 with deliveries to take place in 1852. He primarily relied upon condemned parts left over from the Ira Johnson contract for US Model 1842 pistols, as well as locks produced for him by Asa Waters to get the necessary components for the pistols, which at the most were assembled at his Columbia, SC manufactory. In the end only 1,000 of the guns were delivered in late 1853, well after the original 1852 contract requirement. These are scarce secondary Confederate martial pistols that clearly saw heavy use during the early part of the American Civil War, as authentic examples of these pistols are almost always encountered in well used condition. This is a solid and authentic example of a desirable South Carolina contract pistol. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good. The smooth bore is dark and moderately oxidized with scattered pitting. The barrel has a mottled and heavily oxidized brown and gray patina with some scattered freckled traces of what appears to the original period brown finish. The lock has a mottled smoky gray patina with some moderate wear to the markings due to pitting. The barrel shows some scattered pitting as well, mostly in the breech area which has left the proof marks somewhat light. The lock remains mechanically functional, with some chipped loss to the skirt of the hammer nose. The original captive ramrod is present but the rear pin of the swivel is worn and the peen is no longer sufficient to keep it reliably attached to the swivel arms, allowing it to slip out from time to time. The brass furniture has a dull golden patina. The stock shows moderate wear and has been lightly sanded with some rounding to the sharp edges, and with a diagonal crack present on the counterpane. Otherwise the wood shows scattered bumps, dings and mars and some minor loss due to burn out behind the bolster. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Rare Confederate Bilharz, Hall & Company Type 2 Carbine

Lot #70 (Sale Order 70 of 200)

Rare Confederate Bilharz, Hall & Company Type 2 Carbine American Civil War .58 caliber. 22" round barrel secured by a single spring retained flat barrel band. SN: 360. Bright finish, iron furniture, smooth walnut straight gripped stock. Single shot percussion muzzleloading rifled carbine with captive ramrod and fixed sights. Externally unmarked percussion lock is missing the hammer with the hammer screw broken off in tumbler. The lock is otherwise complete with the assembly mating number B34 on its interior, mating the lock to the balance of the gun and the lock mating mark 43 or 43G inside the lock plate as well as well as on the tumbler and the sear. The barrel is correctly marked CSA on top of the breech and with a Danville Arsenal type P proof on the upper left quadrant. The rear edge of the barrel is numbered 360, a number that is generally considered the serial number for these guns, but which may only be a barrel number, indicating how many barrels were produced. The bottom of the barrel is marked with the matching mating mark B34, and this mark is also found on the upper web of the trigger. The barrel's bolster is missing the percussion nipple. Like other known examples, the interior of the triggerguard bow is marked with a P. The correct style round sling iron sling ring is attached to the rear of the trigger guard bow. Often a letter is found on the upper edge of the bottom of the buttplate, but the plate is so pitted any such mark is no longer visible. The stocks are also typically marked with the assembly mark in two lines behind the triggerguard, but in this case the wood has been lightly sanded with a coat of old varnish, so no such mark is visible. The stock is missing its nose cap, which would most likely have been pewter, as the the general consensus is the nose caps on these carbines changed from brass to pewter above barrel number 350. The correct pattern fixed notch rear sight is present on the barrel, 3" from the breech and the correct pattern "pinched" Richmond style front sight is present on the top of the barrel .875" from the muzzle. The captive ramrod appears to be original, with only the screw-off tulip shaped head missing. The rod is currently in the gun backwards, as without the tulip head to grip it is difficult to remove the rod from the channel due to pressure from the spoon. The swivel arms that hold the ramrod appear to be very old, period of use replacements that are somewhat crudely fashioned. For years, these somewhat enigmatic percussion musketoons with no maker's name on them were attributed to the Georgia firm of D.C Hodgkins & Co. However, more in depth research published in Confederate Carbines & Musketoons by Murphy & Madaus reveal that these Confederate-made copies of the US Model 1855 Rifled Carbine were produced circa 1863-1864 by the firm of Bilharz, Hall & Co of Pittsylvania Court House (now Chatham), Virginia. This company initially produced 100 breechloading percussion carbines known to collectors as the "Rising Breech" Carbines in 1862, but then turned their attention to producing a simpler and more cost effective cavalry long arm. Total production of these guns is unknown, but estimates based upon the barrel serial numbers of extant examples suggest that only about 800 were produced of the 1,000 that were ordered by the Confederacy. This is a newly discovered, "as found" example with the barrel number 360. Extant examples known to Murphy & Madaus at the time of their publications were #61 and #307 with brass nose caps, and #353, #428, #432, #451, #479, #539 and #704 with pewter nosecaps. This example is only 7 numbers from a previously known example and brings the total to 10 known examples, although it is likely that at another one or two have been discovered since the publication of the book. An incredibly scarce example of a Confederate-made carbine missing from most advanced Confederate small arms collections, with likely only a dozen or so known surviving examples. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good, in as found barn or attic condition. Bore is dark and heavily oxidized with only minute traces of rifling present. Metal moderately oxidized with a mottled gray and brown patina with scattered light pitting and moderate pinpricking over most of the metal and a heavily pitted buttplate, indicative of having spent time in a moist setting. Lock is complete other than the hammer and appears that it would be mechanically functional were a hammer present. Triggerguard bow is bent. Missing parts include the hammer, nipple, nose cap, original ramrod swivels and the tulip head from the ramrod, although the shaft itself appears to be original. Stock with moderate wear, showing scattered bumps, dings and mars and some splintered loss in the ramrod channel. Wood lightly sanded at some point with a thin coating of old varnish which has yellowed with age. Estimate: 8000 - 12000

EIC Contract British Pattern 1801 Sea Service Pistol

Lot #71 (Sale Order 71 of 200)

EIC Contract British Pattern 1801 Sea Service Pistol .57 caliber (pistol bore). 12" pinned round barrel. SN: NSN. Bright finish, brass furniture, walnut stock. Single shot flintlock muzzleloading smoothbore pistol. 5.25" flat post-1777 pattern flint lock with integral bridled and fenced rounded iron pan and flat reinforced cock. Lock with pointed tail and double border lines, appears to have had the East Indian Company "Rampant Lion" marking ground from the lock under the pan, and due to pitting no markings are present at the tail of the lock. The weak remnants of a {Crown-Broad Arrow} appears to be present under the pan, suggesting the pistol was one of the many guns purchased by the Board of Ordnance from the East India Company during the Napoleonic Wars and War of 1812 period. Barrel with a pair of London commercial gun maker's proof marks and an EIC {Crown}/9 inspection. Lock and barrel remain in original flint, as confirmed by internal examination of the lock and endoscopic examination of the interior of the breech. Tail of counterpane opposite the lock with the initials B&P, the contractor mark of Brander & Potts who worked in London circa 1802-1827. During that time they made guns for the East India Company and also served as contractors to the Board of Ordnance circa 1809-1821 and 1824-1827. The pistol appears to have been produced without a belt hook, with the traditional locating hole for the stud at the tail of the belt hook having been repurposed as a screw hole that allows a wood screw to retain the side plate. Brass furniture includes the bulbous lobed butt cap, flat serpentine side plate, triggerguard and single ramrod pipe. Stock with the traditional raised-carved beaver tail shaped apron around the breech plug tang. A modern brass tipped wooden ramrod is included. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good. Bore dark, moderately oxidized with scattered light to moderate pitting. Metal with a mottled and moderately oxidized pewter and dark gray patina and showing even light to moderate pitting over most of the metal surfaces. Lock remains mechanically functional. Lock and barrel remain in their original flint configuration. Brass with a dull golden patina. Stock with scattered bumps, dings and mars from handling and use and some minor wood loss around the barrel pins. Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Russian Percussion Military Style Rifle Dated 1865

Lot #72 (Sale Order 72 of 200)

Russian Percussion Military Style Rifle Dated 1865 .60 caliber. 33" barrel. SN: 56179. Bright finish, brass buttplate, triggerguard and upper barrel band, iron furniture otherwise, European hardwood stock. Muzzleloading percussion single shot military style rifle musket. Back action percussion lock marked in Cyrillic with three characters indicating production at the Izhevsk Arsenal over the date 1865. The Izhevsk "Bow & Arrow" symbol is found on the lock screw escutcheon, triggerguard, trigger plate and on the ramrod as well. Additional markings include a weak Russian Eagle on the buttplate tang and Liege proof marks on the barrel and breech. No rear sight is present, and the front sight also serves as lug for a socket bayonet. Barrel secured with two rounded clamping barrel bands and spring retained upper band. Sling swivels are present on the middle barrel band and forward of the triggerguard. A well marked Russian ramrod is included, full-length for the barrel, but without threads at the end. The gun appears to be a Russian Model 1856 "Six Line" Rifle Musket that was altered to Krnka breechloader circa 1867 and was the re-altered in Belgium to percussion for sale in the third world arms trade. The oversized breech area of the gun essentially conforms to the shape of a Krnka breech. An interesting example of a scarce Russian military rifle from the mid-19th century in very nice condition. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very good. Bore is dark and moderately oxidized with good rifling and with a thick coating of protective grease that could be cleaned and removed. Metal mostly smooth with legible markings and a lightly oxidized grayish-brown patina. Mechanically functional lock. Metal and wood crisp, wood with some light handling marks and scattered minor dings. Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Fine US Springfield Model 1864 Rifle Musket (Model 1863 Type II)

Lot #73 (Sale Order 73 of 200)

Fine US Springfield Model 1864 Rifle Musket (Model 1863 Type II) American Civil War .58 caliber. 40" round barrel. SN: NSN. Arsenal Bright finish, color case hardened lock, fire blued small parts, American Black Walnut full-length musket stock. Single shot percussion muzzle loading military rifle musket with the barrel secured by three rounded solid bands retained by springs. Lock marked with a {Spread-Winged Eagle} and US/SPRINGFIELD forward of the hammer and dated 1864 at the tail. Breech with matching 1864 date and left angled breech flat with clear V/P/{Eagle Head} proof marks. Counterpane of stock with two crisp script cartouches, the ESA of Springfield Master Armorer Erskine S Allin and the WPT of arsenal sub-inspector William P Taylor. The gun retains the correct 1864 pattern single leaf L-shaped rear sight with 300-yard aperture in the 500-yard leaf, both sling swivels and a full-length straight-shank tulip head ramrod with threads on the end. A really fine condition and very crisp example of a late Civil War production Springfield Rifle Musket. Condition: Very fine. Bore very fine, bright and shiny with crisp rifling and only the most minor freckles of oxidation and some dust near the muzzle. Metal likely lightly cleaned to maintain the arsenal bright finish. Breech with some minor light impact marks on the top. Lock with much of the mottled case colors that have dulled and faded slightly. Rear sight with some blue remaining, while the triggerguard screw and barrel band springs retain much of their fire blued finish. Lock is mechanically crisp and excellent. Stock retains some feathery texture and is very crisp with fine cartouches. Wood shows some scattered bumps, dings and marks as well as some minor surface scuffs. Overall a fine and crisp example. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Colt M1849 Pocket Revolver to Captain N.P. Fuller 17th Mass Infantry and 2nd Mass Heavy Artillery

Lot #74 (Sale Order 74 of 200)

Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver Inscribed to Captain N.P. Fuller 17th Massachusetts Infantry and 2nd Massachusetts Heavy Artillery American Civil War .31 caliber. 6" octagonal barrel. SN: 202501 (mfg. ca.1861). Blued and color casehardened finish, silver plated brass backstrap and triggerguard, one-piece walnut grip. Single action percussion revolver with six-chambered smooth round cylinder, hammer nose notch rear sight and brass post front sight. Barrel with two-line address that reads - ADDRESS SAML COLT/HARTFORD, CT - lower left of frame with two-line COLT'S/PATENT mark. Cylinder with Stagecoach Hold Up scene and marked COLT'S PATENT over the serial number. Matching serial numbers throughout, including the wedge and grip. Backstrap of the revolver is inscribed Presented to Capt. N.P. Fuller/By E&A Mudge & Co, July, 1861 with the butt additionally engraved Co. C 17th Regt/Danvers, Mass. Nehemiah P. Fuller (1830-1881) was a somewhat colorful character who was born in Middletown, MA and who at an early age left school to assist the family with their finances. He worked as a cordwainer (shoemaker) but was described as having been of a "roving and romantic disposition" and apparently "traveled abroad, making his way and earning his living in many strange lands." He claimed to have participated in William Walker's Nicaragua Campaign that made Walker the president of Nicaragua for somewhat less than a year from July 12, 1856 to May 1, 1857. When Fuller returned to Danvers, he retuned to his work as a shoemaker at the A&M Mudge Shoe Factory and also worked as a mechanic and joined the local fire department, becoming their chief prior to the Civil War. When the war erupted Fuller was instrumental in the recruitment of the "Danvers Light Infantry" which would become Company C of the 17th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry. The 17th Mass. elected Fuller as their captain and at least one period account noted that Fuller went off to war with a "...sword, sash, dressing case and an elegant copy of the Bible, the gifts of Miss Catherine Putnam of Peterboro, NH." and noted that "He was also furnished with a pistol, the gift of Augustus Mudge, Esq." The 17th Mass spent their early service in the defenses of Washington and were part of Burnside's North Carolina Campaign that started in March of 1862. There they were involved in a number of engagements, the most prominent of which was the the Battle of New Bern. The regiment remained in North Carolina during 1863 and in July of that year Fuller was transferred to command of Company I. Almost immediately he received a transfer to be the captain of Company B of the 2nd Massachusetts Heavy Artillery which he entered on July 30, 1863. On October 2, 1864 he was promoted to major. The 2nd Mass spent their service in North Carolina and Virginia but saw limited combat during that time. Fuller was mustered out on September 3, 1865 in Wilmington, NC. After the war he returned to Danvers and married, continued to work and died in 1881 at the age of 51. The revolver is accompanied by a large binder or research with copies of information about Fuller, copies of his service records, etc. The revolver was formerly sold by noted Colt collector and dealer Pete Holder. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: Good. Bore dark and pitted with visible rifling. Revolver with no finish, probably cleaned in the past and now toning down with a mottled and lightly oxidized brownish-gray patina. Markings remain mostly clear and legible, cylinder scene partly visible with some wear. Mechanically functional action. Grip good to very good with much of the varnish remaining, some moderate wear, particularly at the flared edges and a chip missing from the lower rear of the left side. Wood with scattered bumps, dings and mars as well. Estimate: 2500 - 4000

Colt Model 1860 Inscribed to Medal of Honor Recipient Orson W. Bennett

Lot #75 (Sale Order 75 of 200)

Colt Model 1860 Inscribed to Medal of Honor Recipient Orson W. Bennett Recieved the Congressional Medal of Honor for His Actions in the Battle of Honey Hill in Command of a Squad of the 102nd US Colored Troops American Civil War .44 Cal. 8" barrel length. SN: 121684. Gray chemically cleaned appearance overall mounting brass triggerguard, iron backstrap, and varnished walnut one piece grips. Single-action percussion revolver inscribed along the backstrap to Congressional Medal of Honor recipient Orson W. Bennet. Majority of serial numbers match, but the arbor pin is not numbered, backstrap serial is largely obliterated, and the cylinder serial number has eroded completely. Left frame displays COLTS/PATENT marking with the top of the barrel struck by the standard single-line address reading -ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA- behind a German Silver front blade. Backstrap is inscribed in Gothic style block letters Lt. O.W. Bennett 102 Regt. U.S.C.T. Markings in this style are seldom encountered in presentation pieces to Civil War veterans. The loading lever and wedge pin are modern replacements, as are the cylinder stop screw and wedge pin screw. Arbor pin appears to be a period replacement and shows serial number 3585. Documents provided with the revolver document a lively auction history, having previously been sold by James Julia in 2002. Orson W. Bennett was born on November 17, 1843, and resided in Dubuque, Iowa prior to the American Civil War. His brother, General W. T. Bennett, would later serve as chief of staff to General Hatch. He enlisted on May 6, 1861 at Keokuk, Iowa, and mustered into Company I of the 1st Iowa Volunteers for a period of three months beginning May 14, 1861. Having served his three months, he was mustered out on August 20, 1861, and next appeared on the muster rolls of the 12th Regiment of Wisconsin Volunteers for three years' service. He remained with the unit until February 3, 1864 with only a thirty day furlough on his records in late 1863. Bennett left his regiment in 1864 under orders from the War Department, receiving his commission as a 1st Lieutenant in the 1sth Michigan Colored Regiment forming in Detroit, Michigan, later renamed to the 102nd United States Colored Troops. On November 30, 1864, his regiment was engaged during the Battle of Honey Hill. The orders passed on from his brother read: "Lieutenant, about 100 yards in advance of our lines, on an elevation near the road, and within 150 yards of the enemy's guns, there are three pieces of artillery which have been abandoned. You are ordered to bring them in. Fix bayonets and impress upon your men that they must not pay any attention to the enemy, but bring in the guns." A previous attempt to recapture the guns had been repelled with heavy losses, and following a similar line of attack with a full company might have produced exactly the same disappointing result. Instead, Bennett chose thirty men to accompany him for this task and moved his small formation forward, taking advantage of the terrain to conceal their movements. After repositioning, Bennett then organized his men to recapture the abandoned Union artillery pieces one by one. Keeping a watchful eye on the Confederate battery on Honey Hill, the Lieutenant timed the movements of his command between volleys from the Confederate guns. After capturing all three guns, Bennett and his men fell back to the Union lines, suffering only one man wounded in the attempt despite the entrenched defenses they had faced. For this seemingly miraculous achievement, Bennett was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor on on March 9, 1887, approximately 22 years after his achievement. Bennet was promoted to Captain on May 6, 1865, and breveted a Major of the US Volunteers on September 20, 1865, the same day that he mustered out in Charleston, South Carolina. A worn example of a presentation revolver inscribed to a soldier who fought from the earliest days of the American Civil War until its end, having been awarded the highest military decoration of the United States of America. From the Collection of George Oldenbourg Condition: For a full description and condition report, please visit cowans.com Estimate: 2000 - 4000

Colt Model 1861 Navy Revolver

Lot #76 (Sale Order 76 of 200)

Colt Model 1861 Navy Revolver .36 caliber. 7.5" round barrel. SN: 30601 (mfg. ca.1867). Blued and color casehardened finish, brass triggerguard and backstrap, one-piece varnished walnut grip. Single action percussion revolver with 6-chambered smooth round cylinder, creeping loading lever, hammer notch rear sight and German silver blade front sight. One-line New York barrel address, standard two-line COLT'S/PATENT frame markings, rear web of triggerguard marked 36 CAL. All visible numbers match, wedge and loading lever are correctly unnumbered, grip numbered to gun in backstrap cut out. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good. Bore fair to good, dark and dirty, heavily oxidized but with strong rifling, Metal with minute traces of finish in protected areas, but mostly with a moderately oxidized mottled plum brown and gray patina. Some scattered surface oxidation and roughness is present, mostly on the barrel. Markings remain legible, cylinder scene about 50% present. A couple of screws are more recent replacements. Mechanically functional action but the mainspring is weak and spongy feeling. Grip with moderate wear and chipped loss at the sharp leading and trailing edges and added finish. Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Maritally Marked 1st DC Cavalry Henry Rifle from the Collection of Charles Worman

Lot #77 (Sale Order 77 of 200)

Maritally Marked 1st DC Cavalry Henry Rifle from the Collection of Charles Worman .44 RF Henry. 24" octagonal barrel. SN: 3352 (mfg. circa late 1863). Blued barrel and magazine tube, color casehardened hammer and lever, brass frame and furniture, round toe walnut buttstock. Lever action tubular magazine fed rifle with 900-yard folding ladder rear sight and German silver front sight blade. Barrel is marked in two lines forward of the rear sight: HENRY'S PATENT OCT. 16, 1860/MANUFACTURED BY THE NEW HAVEN ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN, CT. Serial number 3352 on top of barrel between rear sight and frame. Research published by Wiley Sword indicates that Henry Rifles with the serial numbers 3301-3535 were manufactured during November of 1863. The matching serial number appears on the lower left frame tang, inside the upper tang mortise of the buttstock and inside the buttplate, as well as on the neck of the buttplate tang screw. The lower buttplate screw is numbered 3276 and the three buttstock retaining screws that pass through the upper and lower frame tangs are not numbered. #3276 also falls in the range of 1st DC cavalry Martial Henry Rifles. The rifle was not further disassembled to examine for any additional numbers or markings. The left side of the barrel at the frame junction is marked with the CGC sub-inspection mark of Charles G. Curtis. A stylized 2 is stamped in the lower frame tang. No cartouche is visible on the stock. The bolt face which the firing pins are mounted to is missing, preventing the bolt from fully retracting when the action is cocked. There are no cleaning rods in the butt trap of the stock. While this serial number does not specifically appear in the very incomplete lists of serial numbers compiled in the Springfield Research Service serial number record books or those complied by Wiley Sword, #3354, only two numbers away, does appear as one of the guns reissued to the 3rd Veteran Volunteers. This gun comes from the collection of noted firearms historian and author Charles Worman, whose two volume set Firearms of the American West 1803-1865 and 1866-1894 is one of the leading references for arms historians and collectors. From the Collection of Charles Worman Condition: For a full description and condition report, please visit cowans.com Estimate: 22000 - 28000

Colt Single Action Army Artillery Model

Lot #78 (Sale Order 78 of 200)

Colt Single Action Army Artillery Model Indian Wars .45 Colt. 5.5" barrel. SN: 47592 (mfg. ca.1878). Blued and color casehardened finish, smooth walnut one-piece grip. Single action cartridge revolver with black powder frame, six-chambered fluted cylinder, blade front sight and frame notch rear sight. Barrel marked in a single line: COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. Co. HARTFORD CT. U.S.A. Address with the broken (missing) serif from the left side of the crossbar of the "T" in the abbreviation "Patent" and double line under the "o" in "Co", both correct for Nettleton range guns. Lower left of frame with three-date in three-line patent marking. Left rear web of triggerguard is marked "45". Matching serial numbers throughout with the exception of the grip which is an ill-fitting replacement. Left of frame stamped US with an apparently more recent stamp that does not appear correct, nor does it have periods after the letters. The apparent HN inspection of Henry Nettleton appears on the backstrap, frame, triggerguard, barrel, cylinder and left side of hammer neck, with the barrel and cylinder both with P proofs. These marks look correct with the frame HN appearing to be stamped under the serial number. Matching number artillery revolvers are scarce, as most are mixed number guns. The apparently spurious "US" on the frame is troubling, but the balance of the revolver appears to be correct. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good. Bore about good, heavily oxidized with some pitting and strong black powder rifling. Metal with no finish and showing a moderately oxidized brown patina with scattered pitting. Mechanically functional action with an apparently worn hammer as the "4 clicks" are not particularly distinct and the hammer does not stay in the safety position. The revolver appears to time and index correctly. Grip replaced, ill-fitting and showing moderate wear, an old sanding and some marks, mars and minor edge chips. Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Custer Range Colt SAA Cav Revolver #5973 - A Lot 6 Delivery - Likely Picked Up at The Little Bighorn

Lot #79 (Sale Order 79 of 200)

Custer Range Colt Single Action Army Cavalry Revolver #5973 - A Lot 6 Delivery - Likely Picked Up at The Little Bighorn Indian Wars .45 Colt. 7.5" Barrel. SN: 5973. Blued and color casehardened finish, smooth walnut one-piece grip. Single action black powder frame revolver with loading gate and a six-chambered fluted cylinder. The barrel of the revolver is roll marked with the one-line "script" address as John Kopec refers to it, italicized letters that reads: + COLT'S PT. F. A. Co. HARTFORD. CT. U.S.A. +. The address shows the expected small break in the "o" in "Co" on the upper right side, as well as the break in the upper right leg of the "A" in Hartford. Both the result of damage to the roll die and absolutely correct for this period of production. The lower front of the left side of the fame is marked with the "two-date in two-line" marking which reads: PAT. SEPT. 19, 1871/PAT. JULY 2, 1872. followed by a correctly stamped U.S. The matching complete serial number 5973 is stamped on the bottom of the frame, triggerguard and butt, as well as on the cylinder. It is also present on the barrel, under the ejector housing. The loading gate bears the assembly number 68 to match it to the frame. A correct tiny P proof is present under the barrel and on the cylinder and the correct Ainsworth sub-inspection A marks are present on the bottom of the frame, triggerguard and barrel, as well as on the backstrap and cylinder. The correct early production ejector rod housing with recess for the barrel locating stud is in place with the correct "bullseye" rod tip. The military checkered hammer is in place, with the usual frame notch rear sight and blade front sight. The barrel retains the correct pattern black powder rifling. The grip is an old replacement and is not numbered to the gun. A letter of authenticity accompanies the revolver from John A. Kopec dated November 15, 2002 noting that at the time the revolver was a new gun in his on going survey of Single Action Army Revolvers and that the gun was entirely original with the exceptions that the grip was replaced, the front sight blade was increased in height at some point in time by welding, that the ejector tube mounting screw was a replacement and that the gun had been "artificially browned". More likely the gun was simply "toned" at some point in time, although the metal could simply retain the traces of an old, unprofessional refinish that did not involve any buffing of the metal. The revolver is one of the coveted Lot 6 delivery guns, which fall in the serial number range of 5,505 to 6,516 which were inspected and delivered in February of 1874. The Lot 6 guns were shipped from Springfield Arsenal in April of 1874 for issue to three regiments of cavalry, including Custer's 7th Cavalry, as well as the 1st and 2nd US Cavalry Regiments. The second major issue of 7th Cavalry Single Action Revolvers was made from Lot 6, with their initial primary issue coming from the guns in Lot 5 (#4500-#5504). At least 166 Single Action Army revolvers were delivered to the 7th Cavalry from the Lot 6 deliveries, with the potential that as many as 300 or so were delivered to the 7th. The dearth of extant example revolvers in the 59XX serial number range certainly lends credence to the theory that most of those guns were captured at the Battle of the Little Bighorn. Due to the way in which the guns were issued and when the various companies of the 7th Cavalry initially received their revolvers, we know that Companies D (Weir) and I (Keogh) received their guns from Lot 6. It is not clear from which lot Company L received their revolvers, so another 73 Lot 6 guns may have been delivered to them. The primary evidence that links this revolver to the Battle of the Little Bighorn is it's chain of custody from the last quarter of the 19th century to today. Two binders of research, provenance and information regarding the chain of custody are included with the gun, which also includes the aforementioned Kopec letters and correspondence. From the Collection of Dave Dimmick Condition: For a full description and condition report, please visit cowans.com Estimate: 20000 - 40000

US Model 1875 2nd Type Trapdoor Officers Rifle

Lot #80 (Sale Order 80 of 200)

US Model 1875 2nd Type Trapdoor Officers Rifle Indian Wars .45-70. 26" round barrel. SN: NSN. Untouched attic metal with no finish remaining, engraved pewter nose cap, checkered walnut stock. Single shot metallic cartridge breechloading special order Officer's Rifle from Springfield Armory, circa 1881. Lock marked U.S./SPRINGFIELD in two lines forward of the hammer and with a {Spread-Winged Eagle} and decorated with flowing foliate Arabesque scrolls. Hammer and breech release lever engraved en-suite. Breech block correctly marked US/MODEL/1873 and with light engraving in the same style as the lock, with the chamber engraved as well. The tang and rear of the receiver also feature simple foliate engraving, with the rear of the breech dated 1881 where the serial number would usually be located. The top of the buttplate tang, the barrel band and the triggerguard are also engraved en-suite with the balance of the rifle, as is the pewter forend cap. A weak script SWP over a not completely legible date of what appears to be 1881 is located on the reverse wrist, opposite the lock. The rifle shows the expected "Officer's Rifle" features, including a single set trigger mechanism, 1879 rear sight on the barrel, mortising for the long range tang sight at the wrist which is now missing, half-stock sporting configuration with a checkered wrist and a single iron ferrule to retain a metal tipped wooden cleaning and clearing rod. The cleaning rod that is present is a modern reproduction. Stock with a dog's head lightly carved on the reverse. This gun was found in a barn in Georgia a few years ago and remains in that essentially untouched, "barn found" condition. Only 477 "Officer's Model" rifles were ordered from Springfield Arsenal by US Army Officer's circa 1875-1885 with 252 of those being of the 2nd Type like this rifle. These are scarce guns in an condition and often sell at prices well into the five figure range. This one presents an opportunity to own a legitimate example for a reasonable price. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good. Bore is dark and heavily oxidized with even light pitting and good rifling. Metal with a thickly oxidized and untouched brown patina. Markings in metal and engraving remain relatively crisp and fully visible. Cartouche in stock somewhat weak, as is the checkering at the wrist due to wear and possibly an old sanding. Mechanically functional action, set trigger functional, but needs to be cleaned and lubricated to function more smoothly. The breech block hinge pin is an original part but a replacement, as is the rear sight ladder. The front sight appears to be an old period of use replacement with a large German silver Rocky Mountain style blade in the dovetail rather than the typical combination globe sight. The stock shows moderate wear, with numerous scattered bumps, dings and mars from years of handling and use, as well as some flecks of paint which is not uncommon for barn found guns. The cleaning rod is a modern reproduction. Estimate: 5000 - 8000

Very Fine Late 19th Century 1st Generation Colt Single Action Army

Lot #81 (Sale Order 81 of 200)

Very Fine Late 19th Century 1st Generation Colt Single Action Army .45 Colt. 4.75" barrel. SN: 174858 (Mfg. ca.1897). Blued and color casehardened finish, two piece Rampant Colt logo checkered hard rubber grips. Single action smokeless powder frame revolver with loading gate, frame notch rear sight, blade front sight and six-chambered fluted cylinder. Barrel with two-line address, lower left of frame with three-date in two-line patent dates followed by the Rampant Colt logo, left side of barrel roll marked 45 COLT. Matching numbers on frame, triggerguard and butt. Cylinder and barrel unnumbered as it correct during this period. Grips are not scratch numbered but fit nicely. A very fine and crisp late 19th century Single Action Army. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very fine. Bore mostly bright with some frosting and crisp blackpowder rifling. Metal retains nearly all of the blued and color casehardened finish with some minor fading and minute fading and high edge wear. Mechanically functional action with a slightly spongey mainspring and four distinct "clicks" when the hammer is cocked. Hard rubber grips with some scattered minor handling marks and some small areas of chipped loss along the lower flared edge on the left. Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Outstanding Colt Model 1878 Frontier .45 Colt Revolver

Lot #82 (Sale Order 82 of 200)

Outstanding Colt Model 1878 Frontier .45 Colt Revolver .45 Colt. 5.5" barrel. SN: 40730 (Mfg. ca.1898). Blued finish, fire blued small parts, color casehardened lanyard swivel, checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt logo grips with smooth escutcheons. Double action solid frame revolver with loading gate and six-chambered fluted cylinder. Frame notch rear sight, rounded blade front sight. Barrel roll marked in a single line COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A. with left side of barrel roll marked .45 COLT. Rampant Colt logo on lower rear of left frame. Loading gate assembly numbered 239, as is the frame on the left side under the grip. Includes lanyard swivel in butt. A really exceptional condition Model 1878 overall. A total of 2,899 .45 Colt Model 1878 revolvers were produced with 5.5" barrels with blued finish, out of 17,177 Model 1878 revolvers produced in that caliber. This was the third most popular configuration with 7.5" barreled blued guns being the most popular (5,155 made) and nickel plated 7.5" barreled guns being the second most common (4,028). The 5.5" blued guns represented only 16.8% of .45 Colt production in this model. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Excellent. Fine bright bore with crisp rifling. Metal retains nearly all of the blued finish with crisp markings and fine fire blued small parts. Mechanically functional action. Hard rubber grips with some light wear and minute chipping along the sharp edges. Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Colt 1878 Frontier Double Action Sheriff's Model Cutaway "M" Marked Model Revolver

Lot #83 (Sale Order 83 of 200)

Colt 1878 Frontier Double Action Sheriff's Model Cutaway "M" Marked Model Revolver .44-40. 3.5" barrel. SN: M. Metal left in the white and unfinished, small parts fire blued, checkered two-piece ivory grips. Short-barreled double action metallic cartridge revolver without ejector mechanism with six-chambered fluted cylinder. Sights consist of the standard blade front located nominally .35" from the slightly crowned muzzle and a groove in the top strap. The revolver is a cut away or "skeleton" model intended to illustrate the mechanism of the revolver. Barrel marked with the correct two-line style address for short barrels and reads: COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. Co/HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A. with a single dash after the address. Left front triggerguard web is marked 44CF and the bottom of the barrel, concealed by the cylinder arbor pin is marked 44. The only external serial number is the letter M on the butt, indicative of a Colt factory "model" or sample gun. The left side of the grip frame is numbered 391, which is concealed by the grips. The right grip panel is numbered 3 in pencil on its interior. The revolver is a full cutaway demonstrator with cuts on the left side of the frame to reveal the way in which the action functions, left side of the barrel to show the rifling, and in the center of one cylinder chamber. A non-standard feature is the use of a knurled knob, rather than a traditional screw head for the hammer screw on the right side of the frame. This suggests that this demonstrator revolver was intended to be disassembled on a regular basis to show the internal parts, and a conventional screw in this location would soon have a worn slot. According to research published by Don Wilkerson in Colt's Double-Action Revolver Model of 1878, six cutaway Model 1878 revolvers were known at the time of writing as well as a six "M" marked model revolvers with no serial numbers. One of those "M" marked model guns is also a partial cutaway revolver. Of the other extant "M" revolver is a ejector-less Sheriff's Model in the collection of the Gene Autry Museum that has a four inch barrel and is finished in the white like this gun. The museum also has an "M" marked spur-less hammer revolver that is partially cutaway on the left side plate. The cutaway pattern on this gun does not match extant examples of documented factory cutaway Model 1878 revolvers, but the quality of the machining certainly qualifies as potential factory work. It is likely that this Model revolver was cutaway at the request of one of Colt's major distributors. Kittredge & Co. of Cincinnati certainly comes to mind as the potential source for this unique revolver. A fine and scarce example of an "M" marked 1878 revolver model with skeletonized features. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Fine. Bore is is fine and bright with crisp rifling. Metal fine and crisp, with some scattered freckles of oxidation both internally and externally. Trigger, arbor pin, arbor pin release and most of the screws retain much of their fire blued finish, hammer with some dull case colors and apparently not polished bright on the sides during manufacture. Markings mostly clear and crisp, although the caliber mark on the triggerguard web is a little soft. Mechanically functional action, however the cutaway features make the gun unsafe to fire ammunition in. Grips are very good with nice checkering and light wear, however their fit is imperfect and they are likely later replacements. Estimate: 6000 - 9000

Restored 1st Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #84 (Sale Order 84 of 200)

Restored 1st Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver .45 Colt. 7.5" barrel. SN: 30622 (mfg. ca.1876). Blued and color casehardened finish, varnished one-piece walnut grip. Single action revolver blackpowder frame revolver with loading gate, frame notch rear sight, blade front sight and six-chambered fluted cylinder. Replaced barrel with one-line Hartford address. Lower left of frame with two-date in two-line patent marking. Left rear of triggerguard web marked 45 CAL. Matching serial numbers on frame, triggerguard and butt. No serial number on replacement cylinder. Barrel numbered 0622 8187 7950 under the ejector rod housing. Grip not numbered. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very good as restored. Bore very good with moderate oxidation and scattered minor roughness with strong rifling. Metal with some of the restored finish. Markings clear and crisp. Barrel and cylinder replaced. Mechanically functional with crisp action, timing and indexing well and with four distinct "clicks" when cocked. Grip with moderate wear, dings and mars with some varnish present. Estimate: 2000 - 3000

First Generation Colt SAA Frontier Six Shooter Revolver

Lot #85 (Sale Order 85 of 200)

First Generation Colt SAA Frontier Six Shooter Revolver .44-40 WCF. 5.5" barrel length. SN: 154470 (mfg. ca.1894). Nickel finish, fire blued screws. Checkered hard rubber grips scratch numbered 4470 inside both panels. Single action revolver with frame notch rear sight, blade front sight, and a fluted 6-shot cylinder. Item features a kidney shaped cartridge extractor and a black powder frame. One line barrel address, three-date in two-line patent marking on lower left of frame, followed by the Rampant Colt logo. Left side of barrel roll marked FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Fine to very fine. Bore is somewhat frosty, with scattered pit marks and residue. Finish has sprinkled pit marks and light scratches scattered overall. Grips are good, with some light scratches to both, and a small loss to bottom corner of right panel. Cylinder lockup has a very slight wiggle, timing appears to be good. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Colt Model 1878 Frontier Double Action Revolver in .45 Colt

Lot #86 (Sale Order 86 of 200)

Colt Model 1878 Frontier Double Action Revolver in .45 Colt .45 Colt. 7.5" barrel length. SN: 35898 (mfg. ca.1897). Blued metal finish, checkered hard rubber grips. Double action revolver with frame notch rear sight, blade front sight, and a fluted 6-shot cylinder. Item features a cartridge extractor and lanyard ring in the butt. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Fine to very fine. Bore is frosty, with scattered pitting and residues. Retains much of the blued finish with the balance having a mottled and lightly oxidized plum brown patina. There is still remnants of nitre bluing to screws on extractor and lower frame. Grips show wear to checkering, light scratches, and some mars. Cylinder lockup is solid, and timing appears to be good. Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Massive Coquanoc Works Three-Bladed Folding Knife Possibly for the 1876 Centennial in Philadelphia

Lot #87 (Sale Order 87 of 200)

Massive Coquanoc Works Three-Bladed Folding Knife Possibly made for the 1876 Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia Primary blade is a single edged spear point design with a beveled spine that is 9" in length and 1.68" wide at the ricasso. The secondary blades are both single edged spear points as well, 6" in length and 1.09" wide at the ricassos. All three blades feature shallowed angled choils. The knife measures 12" closed, with the overall length being 28" when the primary and one of the secondary blades are open. The body of the knife is 2.18" wide at the wider end and 1.88" wide at the narrower end. The body of the knife is 1.07" thick and features German silver bolsters and pinned ivory scales. All three blades are marked on their ricassos in two lines: COQUANOC WORKS/PHILAD'A. A blank 3.125" long by .3" wide slightly S-shaped German silver insert is present in the reverse scale, where a name or initials could be engraved. Little is known of the Coquanoc Works cutlery company run by Howard W. Shipley and the firm appears to have been in business for a limited amount of time in Philadelphia during the last quarter of the 19th century. The first newspaper listing found for Howard W. Shipely as a maker of "pocket knives" is on January 1, 1870 in the Philadelphia Evening Telegraph. This same paper also lists Shipley as "withdrawing" from the firm of A.B. Shipley & Sons, an importer and retailer of hardware. The March 24, 1877 issue of the Philadelphia Inquirer noted that both Howard W. Shipley and A.B. Shipley & Sons, who were located at the same address of "Commerce Street above Fifth", had temporarily suspended business due to carrying the paper of another business that had failed. A settlement of 50-cents on the dollar was accepted by the creditors and both firms were allowed to continue their business. No mention of Shipley as a knife maker can be found in the Philadelphia papers or directories after 1877. Based upon census and directory information available for Shipley, it appears he went back to work for the family hardware business as both a clerk and salesmen over the next couple of decades. It is assumed that this knife was produced for display at the 1876 Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia as the impractical size of the knife make it more of display item than a functional one. Knives by this maker are extremely rare and for the collector of unique 19th century American knives this would certainly be an outstanding acquisition worthy of being the centerpiece of a truly advanced knife collection. Property from the Collection of James Carpenter, Montague, New Jersey Condition: Very good. Blades all lightly cleaned long ago and showing the discolored residue of old dried oil or grease. Blades with scattered surface oxidation and discoloration, all of which would likely clean with some careful effort. Markings on the blades remain crisp on the two smaller ones and are weaker on the larger one. German silver mountings with a dull, lightly tarnished patina. Ivory scales with numerous tiny striations and some tiny grain cracks at the pins. A 1" chip is repaired at the lower obverse end, behind the bolster. Estimate: 5000 - 8000

High Quality Grade Lefever Arms Co. SxS Hammerless with Damascus Barrels

Lot #88 (Sale Order 88 of 200)

High Quality Grade Lefever Arms Co. SxS Hammerless with Damascus Barrels Circa 1894 12 gauge. 30" barrels. 14" length of pull. 1.75" drop to comb. 2.75" drop to heel. Improved modified and full chokes. SN: 22544. Blued metal finish to Damascus steel barrels and case hardened finish to frame. Two piece highly figured walnut stock has fancy multi-point and fleur-de-lis style checkering to Prince of Wales grip and splinter forearm. Break action side by side hammerless sidelock shotgun with a solid matte rib, brass bead front sight, and ivory or white bead mid-barrel sight that appears to be low profile or was filed down at some point. Item features gold plated double triggers, thumb toggle safety, cocking indicators, extractors, and a push button forearm release. Engravings include bank note-style floral scroll, knotwork bordering, neoclassical motifs, and rosette screws overall to frame and parts. Frame also shows game scene vignettes including two spaniels to left side, a retriever and hunter to right side, and what appears to be a long billed dowitcher to bottom. Triggerguard shows a single pointer inlaid with gold, surrounded by scroll and borderwork. Push button forearm release features an intertwined monogram that appears to read GAC, inlaid with gold, and surrounded by borderwork and wheat leaf pattern motif. Fences are arcaded, with relief scalloping and daisy flower details to both sides. Stock features a shield shaped brass escutcheon to bottom edge, tear drop/arrowhead horn inlays to both side panels, and a carved horn forend insert. Buttplate is also made of horn and is checkered. Markings include THE LEFEVER ARMS CO. in a diagonal banner to both sides of frame. Bottom of frame is marked PAT'D/73-80/81-84/86-88/91-94, lower tang is marked No. 22544, and water table also marked with serial number 22544. Action will need work, the cocking indicators do not engage when action is opened/closed, and there is no response from hammers when triggers are pulled. Most likely manufactured sometime in 1894 according to the Lefever Arms Collectors Association. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property from a Midwest Collection Condition: Good to fine. Bores are both bright. Barrels have a nice mottled brown appearance overall due to finish losses, scattered small clusters of pitting, and light scratches. Barrel also shows scattered light dents to exterior, mostly to underside. Frame shows finish losses to sides, bottom, and commonly handled areas. Gold plating on triggers has some flaking. Wood stock has some scattered light scratches and mars overall. Buttplate shows scratching and wear. Release lever is slightly right of center. Action appears to be non-functional and will need work, cocking indicators and hammers do not appear to engage when action is opened or when triggers are pulled. Estimate: 1500 - 2500

**1906 Production U.S. Springfield Model 1903 Rifle with Sling

Lot #89 (Sale Order 89 of 200)

**1906 Production U.S. Springfield Model 1903 Rifle with Sling Pre-World War I .30-06. 24" barrel. SN: 203608 (mfg. ca.1906). Blued finish, finger grooved S-stock without stock reinforcement bolts. Bolt action fixed magazine fed battle rifle with ladder rear sight marked to 2,400 yards and blade front sight, sling and stacking swivels and a bayonet lug under the upper barrel band. Receiver marked in five lines: U.S./SPRINGFIELD/ARMORY/MODEL 1903 over the serial number. Barrel marked SA/{Flaming Bomb}/4-06. Stock is marked with a correct script boxed KLM cartouche for Springfield inspector Kelly S. Morse at the reverse wrist and a correct {Circle-P} is behind the triggerguard. A US 1905 leather sling is included with the rifle. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of Bob Lecount Very good. Bore about good to very good showing some oxidation and frosting but with strong rifling and likely could be improved with a vigorous cleaning. Metal with some finish, showing moderate wear and loss, with strong markings and some scattered areas of light surface oxidation. Action functions correctly when cycled by hand. Stock very good with numerous scattered bumps, dings and handling marks. Sling very good. Estimate: 1500 - 2500

**Early US Model 1903 Ramrod Bayonet Rifle Converted To 1905 Standard

Lot #90 (Sale Order 90 of 200)

**Early US Model 1903 Ramrod Bayonet Rifle Converted To 1905 Standard Pre-World War I .30-03. 24" barrel length. SN: 709. Blued metal finish with walnut straight-wrist stock with grasping grooves. Bolt-action repeating rifle fed by an internal box magazine mounting adjustable rear ladder and pinned front blade sights. Receiver markings read U.S./SPRINGFIELD/ARMORY/MODEL 1903 with the barrel displaying the marking SA/{Ordnance Bomb}/05, indicating that the barrel was replaced during the rifle's update from the original ramrod bayonet pattern 1903 rifle. Bayonet lug is struck H, indicating that it was hardened as of 1908. An L initial appears on the wrist and U to the lower barrel band. Stock shows no extant inspection marks and lacks the reinforcing bolts added to the 1906 and later versions. Magazine cutoff shows the ON and OFF markings with serifs correct to early production examples. Stock mounts a smooth trapdoor buttplate with a compartment void of tools. Mounts a pattern 1905 sling. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of Bob Lecount Condition: Very Good as Arsenal Refinished with replaced stock. Bore is Bright with crisp rifling throughout. Metal finish shows cycling wear and a thin blue overall with stronger traces along the seams. Some mottled patina forming on the receiver with the bolt displaying a predominantly plum patina. Stock shows crisp edges with some light handling dents. Upper handguard displays more extensive wear than the stock, and shows handling wear, mars, and some wiggle to the fit. Sling shows some cracking and hardening with tarnish on the brass components. Estimate: 1000 - 2000

**Early U.S. Springfield Model 1903 Rifle Restored to Ramrod Rod Bayonet Configuration

Lot #91 (Sale Order 91 of 200)

**Early U.S. Springfield Model 1903 Rifle Restored to Ramrod Rod Bayonet Configuration Pre-World War I .30-06. 24" barrel length. SN: 37503. Parkerized finish to receiver, and polished blued finish to barrel and parts. Walnut S-stock has a plain straight grip and forearm, with handguard and hand grooves. Bolt action rifle with an M1903 sight (missing adjustable arm notch) and a two hole blade front sight with sight cover. Item features an internal box magazine, split barrel bands, smooth trigger, smooth trapdoor buttplate, and straight bolt handle. Markings include U.S./SPRINGFIELD/ARMORY/MODEL 1903/37503 in small letters with serifs to receiver, and serif letters to bolt cut off switch. Stock is only marked with a 77 to bottom of grip where circle P proof would normally be. Includes brown leather M1907 sling. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of Bob Lecount Condition: Good to very good as restored. Bore is frosty and has some residue. Finish has some light scratches, and pit marks that appear visible under parkerized finish to receiver. Wood stock has scattered light scratches and mars, handguard possibly mismatched. Buttplate has overlap. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

**Mauser C96 "Red 9" Broomhandle Pistol with Holster Stock and Leather Carrier Harness

Lot #92 (Sale Order 92 of 200)

**Mauser C96 "Red 9" Broomhandle Pistol with Holster Stock and Leather Carrier Harness World War I 9mm Luger. 5.5" barrel. SN: 34738. War time blue finish, bright bolt and hammer, fire blued small parts, 32-groove "Red 9" marked wood grips. Single action semi-automatic pistol with fixed 10-round box magazine and 500-meter tangent rear sight. Right rear of receiver marked WAFFENFABRIK MAUSER/OBERNDORF A NECKAR. Chamber marked WAFFENFABRIK/MAUSER/OBERNDORF A/N. Visible numbers are all matching, including the grips and floor plate. Imperial German {CROWN}/U proof on left of chamber with typical inspection and assembly marks on the barrel. A small Imperial German crowned Gothic letter acceptance stamp is present on the right side of the chamber. The pistol is accompanied by an unnumbered wood holster stock with the leather carrier. The carrier is maker marked on the rear and dated 1917. The wood handled cleaning rod is also present. A solid example of a WWI military C96 in the desirable "Red 9" configuration. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very good. Bore about fine, bright with crisp rifling and some frosting in the grooves. Metal retains most of the war time dull blue finish with some thinning, wear and loss, as well as some freckled surface oxidation and minor roughness, mostly on the backstrap and gripstrap. Bright parts with some mottled surface oxidation and discoloration, particularly the hammer. Trigger, extractor and rear sight elevator all retain much of their fire-blued finish. Grips with some wear and dulling to the Red 9 paint, but with crisp grooves and only some scattered bumps and dings. Holster stock about good, with moderate wear, a small piece of replaced wood in the center of the reverse, and with several repaired cracks on the reverse. Stock sanded and lightly refinished. Stock is not numbered but fits the gun well. Carrying hardness in about good to very good condition with moderate wear and finish loss, showing scuffing and flaking. Maker's mark remains mostly legible and the leather remains in good enough condition for display. Closure button for spare ammunition is missing. Cleaning rod about good with moderate surface rust. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

**Wartime Commercial Mauser Model C96/12 Broomhandle with Military Acceptance Mark, Matching Holster

Lot #93 (Sale Order 93 of 200)

**Wartime Commercial Mauser Model C96/12 Broomhandle Pistol with Military Acceptance Mark and Matching Numbered Shoulder Stock Holster World War I 7.63 Mauser. 5.5" tapered round barrel. SN: 316648. Blued finish, fire blued trigger, safety, extractor and sight elevator, bright bolt and hammer, 34-groove hardwood grips. Single action semi-automatic pistol with fixed magazine, detachable shoulder stock-holster, Tanget rear sight graduated to 1,000 meters, a fixed blade front sight and a split ring lanyard loop in the butt. Right rear of frame is marked WAFFENFABRIK MAUSER/OBERNDORF A. NECKAR with the top of the chamber marked WAFFENFABRIK/ MAUSER/OBERNDORF A.N. The left side of the chamber bears a {Crown}/U Imperial German proof mark and the right side of the chamber {Crown}/{Gothic Letter} Imperial German Army acceptance mark. The full serial number 316648 is present on the left angled breech of the chamber, on the rear of the receiver and on the rear of the grip frame. The balance of the parts, including the hammer, bolt and interior of the magazine floor plate have the partial number 648, as do the interiors of both grip panels. In all cases, with the exception of the grips and the bolt, the last number, "8", is over-stamped over another number, clearly a factory error being fixed by "force matching" the gun. The pistol is accompanied by a wood holster stock with the matching number 648 on the attachment collar, but no military acceptance marks. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Near very good. Bore about very good, lightly oxidized and frosted, but still fairly bright with strong rifling. Metal with some of the faded blued finish, showing moderate wear, scattered oxidation and some freckled areas of surface roughness, most notably on the left side of the barrel forward of the chamber. Fire blued parts retain much of their bright blue finish. Markings remain clear and crisp. Action functions correctly when manually cycled. Grips with moderate wear, including scattered bumps, dings and mars. Stock with added finish and moderate wear, fitting the pistol well but showing no Imperial German military acceptance marks. Estimate: 1500 - 2500

**U.S. Springfield Model 1903 Rifle with Sling

Lot #95 (Sale Order 94 of 200)

**U.S. Springfield Model 1903 Rifle with Sling Pre-World War II .30-06. 24" barrel. SN: 1290574 (mfg. ca.1928). Blued finish, two-bolt finger groove S-stock. Bolt action fixed magazine fed battle rifle with ladder rear sight marked to 2,700 yards and blade front sight, sling and stacking swivels and a bayonet lug under the upper barrel band. Receiver marked in five lines: U.S./SPRINGFIELD/ARMORY/MODEL 1903 over the serial number. Barrel marked SA/{Flaming Bomb}/6-29. Modern replacement stock is marked with a reproduction boxed DAL cartouche at the reverse wrist and reproduction {Circle-P} behind the triggerguard. A US 1905 leather sling is included with the rifle. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of Bob Lecount Condition: Good as restored. Bore very good, mostly bright with some frosting and strong rifling. Metal with some finish remaining, showing moderate wear and loss. Mechanically functional action when cycled by hand, bolt with some scattered areas of minor surface rust. Stock a modern replacement with imitation markings. Stock lightly sanded with some scattered handling marks. Estimate: 1000 - 1500

**U.S. Springfield Model of 1922 Rifle

Lot #96 (Sale Order 95 of 200)

**U.S. Springfield Model of 1922 Rifle Pre-World War II .22 LR. 24" barrel. SN: 1106 (mfg. ca.1923). Blued finish, Parkerized checkered buttplate, and C-type smooth pistol gripped stock without stock reinforcement bolts or finger grooves. Bolt action rifle fed by a detachable 5-shot magazine with adjustable Lyman peep rear sight and blade front sight and sling swivels. Receiver ring marked U.S./SPRINGFIELD/ARMORY/MODEL OF 1922/CAL. 22 over the serial number. Bolt is marked N.S. Barrel marked SA/{Flaming Bomb}/8-22. Rifle includes a single magazine and US 1905 sling. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of Bob Lecount Condition: Very good to fine. Bore moderately oxidized and frosted with strong rifling and may improve with cleaning. Metal with much of the finish remaining, showing moderate amounts of thinning and high edge loss. Metal also shows some scattered freckles of surface oxidation, primarily around the bolt area and rear sight. Markings remain clear and crisp. Action functions correctly when manually operated. Stock with some scattered light handling marks, minor dings and mars. Estimate: 1200 - 1800

**Late Production U.S. Springfield M1903 Rifle with Star Gauged Barrel, PJ O'Hare Sight Protectors

Lot #97 (Sale Order 96 of 200)

**Late Production U.S. Springfield Model 1903 Rifle with Star Gauged Barrel and PJ O'Hare Sight Protectors Pre-World War II .30-06. 24" barrel. SN: 1534517 (mfg. ca.1938-39). Parkerized finish, two-bolt C-stock without finger grooves. Bolt action fixed magazine fed battle rifle with ladder rear sight marked to 2,700 yards and blade front sight, sling and stacking swivels and a bayonet lug under the upper barrel band. Receiver marked: U.S./SPRINGFIELD/ARMORY/MODEL 1903 over the serial number. Barrel marked SA/{Flaming Bomb}/1-38 with a * star gauge at the 6-o'clock location on the face of the muzzle. The top of the primary locking lug on the bolt is marked NS but is not serial numbered to the gun. The stock is marked with a boxed SA/SPG cartouche at the reverse wrist indicating that Stanley P Gibbs at Springfield Arsenal inspected the rifle. A crisp {Circle-P} is present behind the triggerguard. The toe line of the stock is stamped D35379 and 1529643. A set of PJ O'Hare sight protectors is included. A US 1905 leather sling is included with the rifle. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of Bob Lecount Condition: Very good. Bore mostly bright with some oxidation and frosting in the grooves and strong rifling. Metal with much of the finish remaining and with clear markings. Mechanically functional action. Stock with visible markings and showing scattered bumps, dings and mars. Sling very good. Estimate: 1500 - 2500

**British Proofed Lend Lease U.S. Military Colt M1903 Pocket Hammerless Pistol in Original Kraft Box

Lot #98 (Sale Order 97 of 200)

**British Proofed Lend Lease U.S. Military Colt Model 1903 Pocket Hammerless Pistol in Original Kraft Box with Two Magazines and Cleaning Rod World War II .32 ACP. 3.75" barrel. SN: 563493 (mfg. ca.1942). Parkerized finish, blued barrel, sights, and safety, checkered hardwood grips with silvered finished Rampant Colt medallions. Single action semi-automatic magazine-fed blow back pistol with fixed notch rear sight and blade front sight. Right side of slide marked in two lines: COLT AUTOMATIC/CALIBRE 32 RIMLESS SMOKELESS with the right side of the frame marked U.S. PROPERTY. The left side of the slide is marked in two lines: COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A./PATENTED APR. 20, 1897, DEC. 22, 1903 with the {Rampant Colt} logo on the rear of the slide, an {Ordnance Wheel} inspection on the left rear of the frame and the serial number above the triggerguard on the frame. The gun has British proof marks on the chamber and slide, indicating this pistol was supplied to the British during World War II under the Lend Lease system. The pistol includes two fully blued magazines marked CAL 32/COLT on their bottoms and a steel cleaning rod. The gun is contained in its original period Kraft shipping box with grease pencil numbering on the bottom matching the serial number of the gun and pencil markings showing it had passed through the British proof house. The interior of the box contains well-worn brown wax paper. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: As new in box. Bore is bright with fine rifling and shows some old dried grease in the grooves that should clean out. Pistol with nearly all of the original factory finish with some very minor light surface scuffs, as well as discoloration from old dried grease and some patches of old Cosmoline, mostly in the protected areas. Mechanically functional when operated by hand. Grips fine with crisp checkering. Box well worn with some damage. Accessories fine. Estimate: 2000 - 3000

**British Lend Lease Inland U.S. M1 Carbine - 3rd Production Block, Summer of 1944

Lot #99 (Sale Order 98 of 200)

**British Lend Lease Inland U.S. M1 Carbine - 3rd Production Block, Summer of 1944 World War II .30 Carbine. 18" barrel. SN: 5240741. Parkerized and blue finish, walnut stock and handguard. Semi-automatic magazine fed military carbine. Rear of receiver marked INLAND DIV over the serial number. Chamber marked US CARBINE/CAL. 30 M1. Barrel marked INLAND MFG. DIV./GENERAL MOTORS/5-44. Barrel, left side of chamber and bolt with British proof marks. Stock with .85" {Ordnance Wheel} inspection cartouche on obverse butt, an IO in the sling cut out on the reverse and a Y on the bottom of the pistol grip. Four-rivet handguard marked IO on the interior edge as well. Component details include a rounded top blued bolt, an IR CO marked Type III rear sight, a Type II barrel band, an M marked magazine release, an INLAND marked triggerguard housing and an HI marked hammer. Further disassembly was not performed. Bore erosion measures 1, throat erosion measures 2.5. The carbine includes a K.I. marked Type II magazine, an OD green web sling and oiler. The Type III rear sights started to appear on Inland produced M1 Carbines sometime during June of 1944, although the majority of the production still retained the more readily available Type I sights. As the barrel, receiver and bolt all retain British proof marks, it is likely that this gun remains in its original WWII configuration as it left the factory. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of Bob Lecount Condition: Very good. Bore very good and mostly bright with accumulated dirt and debris near the muzzle, some scattered oxidation and strong rifling. Metal with some finish remaining, showing scattered areas of freckled oxidation as well as old areas of dried grease, much of which has accumulated dirt and dust. Markings remain clear throughout. Mechanically functional action cycles correctly by hand. Stock with scattered bumps, dings and mars. Sling and oiler about good. Estimate: 1200 - 1800

**U.S. Springfield Model 1903A1 Marine Corps Sniper Rifle with J. Unertl Scope

Lot #100 (Sale Order 99 of 200)

**U.S. Springfield Model 1903A1 Marine Corps Sniper Rifle with J. Unertl Scope World War II .30-06. 24" barrel length. SN: 1526678. Parkerized frame and scope base with a blued metal finish to the nickel steel barrel and bolt with the bolt showing the dark color typical of the Marine sniper models. Bolt action internal magazine fed repeating rifle mounting an 8X telescopic sight marked J. UNERTL/USMC-SNIPER/2567. Scope retains both of its screw-in pattern lens covers. Rifle features the correct electropencil serial number marking to the barrel along with {Star} stamp on the barrel and at muzzle. The barrel displays the SA/{Ordnance Bomb}/3-39 marking indicating it was made by Springfield Armory in March of 1939. Item displays the features of the 1903A1 National Match pattern rifles, including the gas escape hole in the left receiver with corresponding hole in the bolt, and the National Match pattern rear sight. The upper handguard hump has been cut back with approximately 0.5" remaining, typical of Marine Corps Sniper Rifles. Cocking piece is marked CVC64109 along the left side, and the bolt handle is struck SN. The firing pin rod is marked NS4. The semi-pistol grip C Stock has been struck AAQ to the left side below the bolt, and has a P marking to the forward wrist, and B to the forend next to the magazine floorplate. The AAQ marking indicates the rifle underwent rebuild at Augusta Arsenal. Further P marking visible on top of the barrel within the cutout for upper barrel band. Non circled P marks along with the punch mark to the right receiver below the serial number indicate the rifle underwent the pressure firing proof test. The buttplate is checkered with the buttplate compartment void of tools. Rear scope base is marked J. UNERTL with the patent mark PAT. 2208913. Serial number for this rifle falls within the known range of the last shipment of National Match rifles to the United States Marine Corps. A portion of those rifles were selected for conversion to sniper rifles during World War II. Comes with a model 1905 pattern leather sling with the maker mark reading L-FCO/1918. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of Bob Lecount Condition: Very Good as Arsenal Rebuilt. Bore is Very Bright with crisp rifling throughout. Blued finish is thinning overall with some streaks and abrasions to the barrel at the muzzle, and cycling wear to the bolt. Parkerized finish shows some light edgewear and additional cycling wear with some lubricant discolorations. Some patina and traces of oxidation forming on the lens covers. Wood furniture shows some minor rounding at the edges suggesting refinish at some point. Sling shows cracking overall with some scuffs and abrasions. Brass loops are tarnished, but the leather remains supple. Estimate: 8000 - 12000

**Inland U.S. M1A Type I Paratrooper Carbine with Sling and Drop Bag

Lot #101 (Sale Order 100 of 200)

**Inland U.S. M1A Type I Paratrooper Carbine with Sling and Drop Bag World War II .30 Carbine. 18" barrel length. SN: 781888. Parkerized metal finish with high wood walnut pistol grip stock and mounting a side folding stock with leather cheek rest. Semi-automatic gas piston driven carbine fed by detachable magazines. Top of receiver marked INLAND DIV. over the serial number. Chamber marked U.S. CARBINE / CAL. 30 M1 in two lines. Stock with an IO on the bottom of the pistol grip and {Circle-P} on the rear face. Folding stock with cast buttplate with B257614 * 4 marking on interior edge with leather cheek rest attached with three brass rivets. Two-rivet hand guard marked IO on interior. Barrel marked in three lines: INLAND MFG. DIV. / GENERAL MOTORS / 7-43. Blued flat bolt top, S marked Type I rear sight, S marked front sight, unmarked Type I barrel band with UI marked swivel, Inland logo marked trigger housing, WI marked hammer, M marked magazine release. Includes a 1943 dated Atlas Awning jump bag, an OD Green sling, a single U marked 15-round Type I magazine, and an oiler. A nice, early war M1A typical of the guns used by the 82nd and later the 101st Airborne during their early jumps. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of Garry James Condition: Very good. Bore fine, mostly bright with strong rifling. Throat erosion 2.5, muzzle erosion 2.0. Retains most of the Parkerized finish with clear markings, showing some thinning, fading and light wear to the finish. Mechanically functional. Stock with scattered bumps, dings and mars from service and use. Drop bag very good with some wear, sling and magazine about very good as well. Estimate: 3500 - 5500

**Inland U.S. M1A1 Paratrooper Carbine with M8 Grenade Launcher and Updated Rear Sight

Lot #102 (Sale Order 101 of 200)

**Inland U.S. M1A1 Paratrooper Carbine with M8 Grenade Launcher and Updated Rear Sight World War II .30 Carbine. 18" barrel length. SN: 5306254. Parkerized metal finish overall with side folding metal buttstock and walnut pistol grip stock. Short stroke piston driven gas operated rotating bolt rifle fed by detachable box magazines. Produced between January and August, 1944. Falls into the second production run of M1A1 Paratrooper Carbines, and shows the correct low wood stock with "Slim Jim" pistol grips installed on those models. The upper handguard displays the IO marking for "Inland Overton", the primary manufacturer of M1A1 carbine stocks, but the pistol grip is struck SA, indicating it was replaced with a Springfield Armory built component during post-war refurbishment. Left pistol grip shows an RA rebuilder mark with a P proof to the forward pistol grip. Item mounts a Type II rear sight with the H.I. stamp indicating Inland manufacture. Sights of this pattern began appearing on M1 Carbine production starting in late April, 1944. Further Inland marked components include the hammer, and the barrel with the latter marked INLAND MFG. DIV./GENERAL MOTORS/2-44. Carbine mounts a type II wide barrel band, and comes with a leather cheek pad and an oiler struck IS for "International Silver", a prolific maker of M1 Carbine oilers. Correct cast buttplate displays the difficult to read markings typical of genuine M1A1 stocks, with the marks reading 257614 followed by the {Wheel Mark} and 3. Underside of barrel marked BI and O. with F stamp on forward receiver lug. Comes with a canvas sling, and nut and split ring pattern M8 grenade launching muzzle without manufacturer markings. Comes with no magazine. Item shows a muzzle erosion reading of between 0 and 1, and throat reading of between 0 and 1. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of Bob Lecount Condition: Very Good as Arsenal Refurbished. Bore is Bright with some patches of patina and oxidation and crisp rifling throughout. Metal finish is strong overall with some brown patina forming over the rear edges of the receiver and on buttstock, some traces of oxidation in the extractor cut on the bolt, and some light cycling wear. Stock markings show signs of weakness due to sanding with stock additionally showing some light handling wear and mars overall. Item shows a muzzle erosion reading of between 0 and 1, and throat reading of between 0 and 1. Estimate: 1500 - 2500

**Early 1943 Underwood U.S. M1 Carbine

Lot #103 (Sale Order 102 of 200)

**Early 1943 Underwood U.S. M1 Carbine World War II .30 Carbine. 18" barrel length. SN: 1393021. Parkerized metal finish with walnut semi-pistol grip high-wood I-cut stock. Gas piston operated semi-automatic rifle fed by a detachable magazine. The chamber is marked U.S. CARBINE/CAL. 30 M1 with the rear of receiver is marked UNDERWOOD over the serial number. The barrel is marked UNDERWOOD/3-43/{Flaming Bomb}. The gun is an early 1st production block carbine(1,355,000-1,449,999) that has the correct I-cut high wood stock with a correct boxed UEF/GHD inspection cartouche without an Ordnance Wheel stamp on the obverse stock. A clear {Circle-P} is stamped on the base of the pistol grip and an M-U is stamped in the sling cut out on the reverse. The Type I deep groove two-rivet handguard is stamped RMC underneath and is secured by a Type I barrel band with flat, unmarked swivel. The trigger housing is stamped with a {Flaming Bomb} underneath, a U on the inner face of the magazine well, a U on the hammer and has a blued, flat top bolt. The Type I rear sight is marked S on the left side and the front sight blade is marked U on the rear of its base. The carbine is accompanied by an IU marked oiler, a faded OD green web sling and a RUGG marked Type II magazine. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Fine. Bore is fine, mostly bright with fine rifling and some dust near the muzzle. The muzzle gauges 1 and the chamber gauges 3. The barrel retains most of the Parkerized finish with the bolt showing much of the blue, both showing some thinning and wear. All markings remain fairly crisp and clear. Action is mechanically functional. Stock is crisp with some scattered bumps, dings and mars. Sling with moderate wear, fading and discoloration. Magazine with some surface oxidation. Estimate: 2000 - 3000

**Johnson Automatics Model of 1941 Rifle

Lot #104 (Sale Order 103 of 200)

**Johnson Automatics Model of 1941 Rifle World War II .30-06. 22" barrel length. SN: B4367. Parkerized metal refinish with polished bolt and mounting walnut semi-pistol grip stock with perforated heat shield. Short-recoil operated rotating bolt semi-automatic rifle fed by an internal ten shot rotary magazine charged with M1903 pattern stripper clips. Sights consist of an adjustable tangent rear aperture and front blade with protectors. Rear sight is graduated in METERS and not yards, as is correct for rifles of this type. The top of the receiver shows patent and model markings with the patent mark reading in five lines U.S. PATENT NOS./2,094,156-2,146,749/2,181,131-2,215,470/AND OTHER U.S. AND FOREIGN/PATS. AND PATS. PENDING. Model marking reads CAL. 30-'06 SEMI-AUTO/"JOHNSON AUTOMATICS"/MODEL OF 1941/MADE IN PROVIDENCE, R.I., U.S.A. followed by the serial number. Right receiver shows manufacturer marking CRANSTON/ARMS/CO. within a triangle. A small Dutch Acceptance {Star} marking has been struck above the Cranston marking. Barrel bushing shows the caliber marking .30-'06 and a date mark of 41. Bolt, barrel, and receiver show matching serial number markings, though the factory made no attempt to ensure all items matched during the manufacture process. The stock shows a varnished finish indicating it has been refinished, as the Johnson rifles left the factory with an oil finish. The stock shows a varnished finish indicating it has been refinished, as the Johnson rifles left the factory with an oil finish. Mounts a green canvas NOBUCKL pattern sling with no visible maker markings. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Fine. Bore Very bright with sharp rifling throughout. Parkerized finish has taken on the green tint typical of Cosmoline preserved rifles. Item shows some rough forge and manufacture marks with crisp production stamps. Shallow markings to top of receiver typical of rifles of this type. Some light pitting to the top of the charging handle. Some scattered light scratches and wear to the metal work. The stock shows a varnished finish indicating it has been refinished, as the Johnson rifles left the factory with an oil finish. Stock additionally shows a splice to the right side behind the magazine with few light scratches and mars. Estimate: 4000 - 6000

**U.S. Springfield M1 Garand Rifle Manufactured in 1941

Lot #105 (Sale Order 104 of 200)

**U.S. Springfield M1 Garand Rifle Manufactured in 1941 World War II .30-06. 24" barrel length. SN: 333829. Parkerized metal finish overall mounting walnut semi-pistol grip stocks and locking bar sights. Long stroke piston driven gas operated rifle fed by an internal box magazine utilizing en-bloc clips. Receiver is marked U.S. RIFLE/CAL. .30 M1/SPRINGFIELD/ARMORY with the serial number indicating a production date of September, 1941, while the barrel is marked S-A 12-41, indicating manufacture during December, 1941. Drawing numbers to assorted parts all correspond to production during Autumn of 1941, and include D 28291-13 S A on the receiver, with the operating rod showing the post-war cut, and number D35382 3 S A, which corresponds to production between April of 1941 and October, 1942. Bolt marking reads D28287-2SA/C13, again, correct for autumn 1941. Trigger housing is struck D28290-5-SA and the triggerguard C-46025-1-SA, both correct for 1941 production. The left stock is struck with the Ordnance {Crossed Cannons} logo beside the boxed cartouche S.A./GHS of inspector Gilbert H. Stewart with the "Large Wheel" ordnance marking correct for M1 Garands inspected during 1941. The wrist has been struck with the Circle P proof marking. Rifle mounts a pattern 1905 leather sling while stock is void of tools. Locking bar pattern rear sight was installed at some point during repair, as this pattern of rear sight entered production after this rifle was manufactured. Rifle shows a muzzle erosion reading of over 7, and throat of 3. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of Bob Lecount Condition: Good. Bore is Frosty with some light pitting throughout. Metal finish is thinning on the gas cylinder and shows some light edgewear overall and some light scuffs to the Parkerizing on the barrel and receiver. The wood stock shows handling wear and light mars overall, with the inspection marks showing some weakness indicative of sanding. The operating rod is bent, and fails the "tilt test". Sling shows some cracking at all corners with some scuffs, abrasions, and mold discolorations on the interior surfaces. Rifle shows a muzzle erosion reading of over 7, and throat of 3. Estimate: 1000 - 2000

** Remington U.S. Model 1903-A4 Sniper Rifle with M84 Scope

Lot #106 (Sale Order 105 of 200)

** Remington U.S. Model 1903-A4 Sniper Rifle with M84 Scope World War II .30-06 Springfield. 24" barrel length. SN: 4994077. Parkerized arsenal finish. Walnut C stock has a plain semi pistol grip and forearm, with handguard and single barrel band. Bolt action sniper rifle with an M84 telescopic sight on Redfield mount and removed front sight. Item features an internal box magazine, bayonet lug forend, triple stacking swivels, and a trapdoor buttplate void of contents. Markings include U.S./REMINGTON/1903-A3 to left side of receiver, and serial number to right side of receiver. Barrel is marked RA{Flaming bomb}12-43. Stock appears to be a Keystone post-war arsenal replacement, only having an upside-down K cartouche to cutaway on left side, and a circle P proof to grip. Scope is marked TELESCOPE/M84/SERIAL NO. 38185. Manufactured during WWII, this item falls in the second block serial number range of rifles made before receiver markings were changed to "03-A4" (4992001-4997045). The M84 scope was most likely added during a post-war arsenal refurbish for use in the Korean and Vietnam wars. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very good as arsenal refurbished. Bore is bright, but appears to have some faint sprinkled pit marks. Finish is strong overall, with some scattered light scratches. Stock is in great condition, with a few scattered light scratches, and a possible small repair to bottom of forearm. Scope is clear, eye cup on ocular lens has some light wear. Estimate: 2000 - 3000

** Winchester M1 Garand Post War Refurbished with 1944 Springfield Armory Barrel

Lot #107 (Sale Order 106 of 200)

** Winchester M1 Garand Post War Refurbished with 1944 Springfield Armory Barrel World War II .30-06. 24" barrel length. SN: 1321399. Parkerized metal finish overall mounting walnut semi-pistol grip stock and T105 pattern sights. Long-stroke piston gas operated rifle utilizing a rotating bolt and fed by an internal box magazine charged with en-bloc clips. The serial number marking indicates the receiver was manufactured in April, 1943, with the manufacturer mark reading U.S. RIFLE/CAL. .30 M1/WINCHESTER/TRADEMARK above the serial number. The majority of observed drawing numbers indicate Winchester manufacture, but the barrel and operating rod both bear Springfield Armory stamps, indicating they were installed during postwar refurbishment. Bolt drawing number D28287-1 W.R.A. appropriate for wartime production. Cut operating rod D35382 SA correct for cut operating rods installed on post-war rebuilds. The trigger housing is marked D28290-W.R.A. while the hammer shows D-46008-1 W.R.A. Both are correct for wartime production. The receiver drawing number reads D28291-2. Item mounts a Type 2B style stock showing Springfield style cuts and a weak Circle P proof on the wrist, indicating it was sanded at some point. The barrel date marking reads 1-S-A-12-44, indicating it to be a World War II production barrel that was installed during refurbishment. Electropen mark to the right receiver reads LEAD/4-64. Stock is void of tools. Item shows a muzzle erosion reading of 1 and a throat reading of 1. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very Good as Refurbished. Bore is Very Bright with sharp rifling throughout. Parkerized finish shows some internal operating wear with some light edgewear overall and thinning over the gas cylinder. Some traces of oxidation to the interior trigger housing. Wood stock shows a crack to the left handguard that has been repaired with wood fill, along with some light indentations to the stock. Item shows a muzzle erosion reading of 1 and a throat reading of 1. Estimate: 1500 - 2500

** Mauser-Steyr BNZ 43-Code K98 Rifle

Lot #108 (Sale Order 107 of 200)

** Mauser-Steyr BNZ 43-Code K98 Rifle World War II 7.92x57mm. 23.62" barrel length. SN: 5336e. Blued metal finish overall with laminated wood semi-pistol grip stock mounting fully hooded front blade and tangent rear notch sights. Bolt-action repeating rifle fed by an internal box magazine. Rifle displays the bnz. manufacturer code for Steyr manufacture in Austria. Displays the {WWII German Eagle} proof marking on the left barrel, left receiver, rear of bolt handle, and on the right stock above H initial indicating service with the "Heer", or German Army. An {Eagle/WaA77} waffenamt mark appears in two places to right barrel, right receiver, cocking piece, magazine floorplate, and middle barrel band. Toe of the stock is struck with {Eagle/WaA37} waffenamt, while the top of the receiver displays a weak {Eagle/WaA623 above the manufacturer code. The stock features the standard reinforcing bolt below the receiver and the disassembly disc to central butt. The 43 date code indicates the rifle was manufactured in 1943. All visible serial numbers match, including bolt components and firing pin. Rifle mounts the cleaning rod, as well as a possible reproduction leather rifle sling following the German WWII pattern with no maker markings visible. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Fine. Bore is Very Bright with sharp rifling throughout. Some traces of a plum fire blue finish to the edges of the extractor with the wartime blued finish displaying some edgewear, and thinning to the forward barrel. Some spots of surface oxidation to the barrel forward of front sight. Thinning finish to the top of the receiver with clear machine marks visible overall. Stock retains crisp edges and markings with some scattered indentations overall and brown patina forming on the buttplate. Stock H band could not be removed for inspection. Estimate: 2000 - 3000

** British Enfield No.4 Mk.I M47C Sniper

Lot #109 (Sale Order 108 of 200)

** British Enfield No.4 Mk.I M47C Sniper World War II .303 British. 25.2" barrel length. SN: U35988. Blued metal finish mounting semi-pistol grip stock fitted with wood cheek rest and Holland & Holland pattern scope mount. Bolt-action repeating rifle fed by a semi-detachable magazine mounting a telescopic sight and iron sights. M47C manufacturer mark on the buttstock socket indicates manufacture by BSA Co. along with a date of 1945. Left side of the action body displays a legible T for "Telescope" marking, but the original model marking was removed during refinishing. Markings to the stock socket are likewise worn down by refinish, but display the correct TR marking. Matching serial number to the underside of the forend. Scope number struck into the wrist behind the stock socket has been sanded down. Battle sight aperture is correctly milled off to permit the sight to clear the scope. Stock shows a J.C/22 contractor marking above a {Broad Arrow} on the wrist. The Holland & Holland pattern scope mount displays a rough finish with KD manufacturer mark on the left side, and a serial number mark reading G37332 with the halves of the scope rings showing matching numbers where they mate. The attached scope is marked TEL STG NO 32 MK III/0S 2039 A/AK & S NO23038/1945/{Broad Arrow}. Remaining metal components show scattered subcontractor markings typical of British small arms. An importer marking on the barrel at the muzzle reads CAI ST ALB. VT. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very Good as Refinished. Bore is Very Bright with sharp rifling throughout. Metal finish shows weak markings on the action body and stock socket with crisp markings on the forward fittings. Stock shows signs of sanding at the top of the wrist where the original scope number was removed. Buttstock shows some signs of light sanding while the forend retains crisp edges. The buttplate has been polished bright at some point with the mounting screws likewise showing signs of cleaning and polishing. Scope remains functional but dirty. Estimate: 2000 - 3000

** Finnish Capture Marked Izhevsk Made Soviet SVT-40 Rifle

Lot #110 (Sale Order 109 of 200)

** Finnish Capture Marked Izhevsk Made Soviet SVT-40 Rifle World War II 7.62x54mmR. 24.6" barrel length. SN: K31052. Blued metal finish overall with the bolt left in the white and set in a birchwood semi-pistol grip stock with perforated heat shield featuring seven ports in the upper handguard cover. Short stroke piston driven gas operated semi-automatic rifle featuring a tilting-bolt action and fed by detachable double stack magazines. The receiver displays the {Arrow within Triangle} marking of the Izhevsk arsenal below a date of 1941. Item mounts the early narrow triggerguard, perforated safety lever, thin wrist, and six-port muzzle brake typical of early SVT-40 production. Additionally, the receiver is cut for optics mounting, a feature common to SVT rifles that was later dropped during the latter days of 1941. Item mounts a non-matching stock that shows the Tula Arsenal {Arrow within Star} marking to the right stock and a serial number marking on the left stock corresponding to AN1166 in the Cyrillic alphabet. Item shows mixed serial numbers typical of SVTs captured by Finland and put through arsenal cleaning and refurbishment. Receiver shows assorted Soviet inspection stamps with the left stock displaying two marks below the serial number that appear to have been cut out. Magazine floorplate shows a boxed SA marking for Finnish capture and arsenal inspection. Comes with an unmarked leather sling in the pattern typical of Finnish SVTs, but comes without cleaning rod. The SVT-40 was the most produced self-loading rifle design fielded by the Soviet Union during World War II, and represented an iterative improvement over the preceding SVT-38, based in part upon the experiences of Red Army personnel during the Winter War of 1939-40. This improved SVT saw service during what the Finns referred to as the "Continuation War" with the Soviet Union, in which Finland attempted to retake control of the Karelian Isthmus and reverse Soviet territorial gains from the preceding conflict. Finnish troops captured numerous Soviet arms during both conflicts, and pressed them into service to supplement their own modest arsenal. The serial numbers of these arms rarely match, as they were typically mixed up during refurbishment and cleaning, but they also evaded the post-war refurbishment that most Soviet SVTs endured. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good. Bore is Bright with strong rifling throughout with some light pitting to the grooves. Blued finish shows some handling wear and mars overall with flecking along the barrel and heat shield, some flecked oxidation on the triggerguard. Item shows some additional abrasions and scratches over the receiver and dustcover. Muzzle brake shows a crack at the muzzle end with light pitting throughout the interior surfaces. Bolt shows some brown mottling in places. Internal surfaces of the hammer and triggerguard show some light pitting that has been filled in by dip bluing. Edges of the stock are rounded and the markings weak, indicative of sanding. Stocks show handling mars and dings overall. Sling has cracking at the seams and some crazing and broken stitches. Estimate: 1500 - 2500

**1944 Dated German K43 Rifle by Walther

Lot #111 (Sale Order 110 of 200)

**1944 Dated German K43 Rifle by Walther World War II 7.92x57mm (8mm Mauser). 21.7" barrel. SN: 1970g. Blued and phosphate finish, laminated hardwood stock. Semi-automatic magazine fed short stroke gas piston rifle with elevating ladder rear sight graduated to 1200 meters and a hooded front sight. Left side of chamber marked K43 and ac/44. Matching serial numbers are present on the receiver and bolt, with no other external numbers noted. Bolt and receiver with E/359 inspection marks. Rifle is accompanied by a K43 marked, gcb code, WaA/892 inspected magazine, a leather sling and a cleaning rod which is frozen in the stock. A rarely encountered original K43 manual is present in the butt trap compartment. No import marks were noted on the gun. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Fine. Bore fine, mostly bright with some frosting and fine rifling. Metal retains some of the poorly applied war time finish, with thinning and fading, primarily at the contact points and high edges. There is some scattered minor surface oxidation on the metal, most noticeable on the buttplate. Rifle appears mechanically functional and cycles by hand as it should. Magazine with some of the black painted finish remaining. Stock crisp and fine with some lightly scattered dings and mars. Sling about good, fairly stiff in most places and likely permanently formed to the upper mount. Instruction manual poor, deteriorating and not likely to survive much handling. Estimate: 3500 - 5500

** Russian Captured Mauser S/42-Code K98k Rifle

Lot #112 (Sale Order 111 of 200)

** Russian Captured Mauser S/42-Code K98k Rifle World War II 7.92x57mm Mauser. 24" barrel length. SN: 5906H. Dark re-arsenal blue finish. Walnut stock has plain semi pistol grip and forearm, with single barrel band and re-arsenal shellac finish. Bolt action rifle with adjustable tangent rear sight and blade front sight. Item features an internal box magazine, bayonet lug forend, cleaning rod, takedown discs, and a leather sling. Receiver has been struck with an X. Markings include S/42 and 1937 to top of receiver, as well three {eagle}/63 marks to right of receiver, and an {eagle} followed by serial number to left side of receiver. Barrel is marked with an {eagle} followed by serial number on left side. Small parts on this item all appear to have mismatched serial numbers and proof marks. Stock is marked with serial number 5906. Includes an M1884/98 bayonet with a 9.75" blade, signed DÃ¼RKOPP/37, with mismatched serial numbers. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good as arsenal refurbish. Bore is frosty and has residue to rifling, possibly cosmoline. Finish shows pitting and light scratches overall. Wood stock has flaking losses to shellac arsenal finish, scratches, and mars overall. Bayonet is in good condition, with some light scratches and loss to finish on blade. Estimate: 1000 - 1500

** FB Radom wz.35 P.35(P) Vis Waffenampt Marked Three Lever Pistol

Lot #113 (Sale Order 112 of 200)

** FB Radom wz.35 P.35(P) Vis Waffenampt Marked Three Lever Pistol World War II 9mm Para. 4.7" barrel length. SN: K8832. Blued metal finish overall mounting brown Bakelite grip panels showing FB marking to the left panel and VIS to the right. Single action short recoil operated autoloading pistol fed by detachable single-stack magazines. Item lacks the stock slot but retains the takedown latch, consistent with the Grade II Vis 35s produced under German occupation. The slide is struck "P.35(P)" on the legend below the marking F.B. RADOM VIS Mod. 35 Pat. Nr.15567. Along with the K-prefix serial number, this indicates early production of the Grade II pattern pistols. Further markings include WWII German Eagle test proofs on the slide and left barrel lug. Further marks include the standard Radom {Eagle/WaA77} Waffenampt on the left slide, left frame, and {Eagle/77} beside the serial number on the right frame. Slide has been additionally struck with the {Eagle/623}ï»¿marking assigned to Steyr produced and assembled arms. A similar mark appears on the right side of the barrel lug. Rough metal finish is consistent with wartime manufacturing standards. Serial numbers match where observed on the frame, interior slide, and on the barrel lug. A barrel gauge reading of 8,82 is struck onto the underside of the barrel near the breech block. Comes with one magazine that is has been struck with an X along the rear surface near the floorplate. Designed on the basis of John M. Browning's Colt 1911 pistol, the wz. 35 Vis successfully replaced the swinging link of the earlier design with wedge-driven unlocking, and employed further simplifications and reinforcement that produced one of the finest handguns of World War II. Piotr Wilniewczyc and Jan SkrzypiÅ„ski developed the handgun to serve the army of independent Poland, with the first mass produced examples leaving the factory by 1936. Approximately 49,400 examples were produced before the Invasion of Poland in 1939, with a further 313,000 built for the Germans under occupation. Nazi Germany determined that Polish factory workers might smuggle completed handguns out of the Radom factory and into the hands of resistance fighters, so they transferred final assembly of the arms to Steyr, hence the presence of Steyr markings on completed samples. Having failed to ameliorate the innumerable reasons for the Poles to resist their oppressive rule, the Germans would later find themselves under fire from Vis 35 handguns assembled from parts smuggled out of the factory by members of the Polish Home Army. Despite its excellent qualities, production ceased in 1945, and the pistol was replaced in production by the Soviet Tokarev design following Poland's occupation by the USSR and consequent Communist takeover of the government. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good. Bore is Frosty with some pinpoint pitting. External metal finish displays a patch of light pitting on top of the slide behind the front sight. Some operating wear to the internals and components. Gripstraps are taking on a brown patina with the remaining metal work showing light edgewear, some muzzle wear, and scattered light abrasions and flecking. Grips retain strong details with some chips along the outer edges. Magazine has a rough factory finish with brown patina forming and some pitting. Estimate: 2000 - 3000

**1944 Production German G43 Rifle by Walther

Lot #114 (Sale Order 113 of 200)

**1944 Production German G43 Rifle by Walther World War II 7.92x57mm (8mm Mauser). 21.7" barrel. SN: 3899i. Blued finish, laminated hardwood stock. Semi-automatic magazine fed short stroke gas piston rifle with elevating ladder rear sight graduated to 1200 meters and a hooded front sight. Left side of chamber marked G43 and ac/44. Matching serial numbers are present on the receiver and bolt, with no other external numbers noted. Bolt and receiver with E/359 inspection marks. The rifle is missing the handguard, front barrel band and cleaning rod and the upper rear edge of the buttplate is worn through with the trapdoor repaired. Rifle is accompanied by a G43 marked, aye code, WaA/B43 inspected magazine. No import marks were noted on the gun. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Fair to good. Bore is moderately oxidized and frosted with good rifling. Metal retains some finish with moderate wear and scattered surface oxidation. As noted the upper rear edge of the buttplate is worn through and the trapdoor is repaired. The handguard, upper barrel band, and cleaning rod are missing. The action cycles correctly by hand. The stock has been lightly sanded and shows scattered bumps, dings and mars. There is also an apparent crack on the left side of the stock at the receiver, which travels around to the wrist. This appears to be a surface crack. A decent "project" G43 that needs only a few parts to be put back together. Estimate: 1000 - 1500

**1943 Dated Soviet SVT-40 Bulgarian Refurbished

Lot #115 (Sale Order 114 of 200)

**1943 Dated Soviet SVT-40 Bulgarian Refurbished World War II 7.62x54mmR. 24.6" barrel length. SN: KZh4150. Blued metal refinish overall with dipped blued parts set in a lacquered birchwood stock. Short-stroke piston driven tilting-bolt semi automatic rifle fed by detachable double stack magazines. The original serial number appears on the left stock with the last four digits re-struck vertically in the fashion of the Bulgarian refurbishment program. Receiver is struck with the {Star} logo of the Tula Arms factory with a further {Star with Arrow} struck into the right side of the stock. Both the stock and receiver are dated 1943. Serial numbers match on the interior upper handguard, triggerguard, bolt, bolt carrier. Features the reinforced stock and two-port muzzle brake typical of later production SVT pattern rifles. The A on the right stock indicates it was originally manufactured as an AVT, which is confirmed by the serial number range, but the trigger group provides semi-automatic fire only, and displays the flat knob to the safety lever indicative of the SVT rifle. Rifle comes with one non numbered magazine and a cleaning rod. The internals of the rifle and the majority of the barrel are still in the Cosmoline. Comes with an unmarked SVT pattern sling. Originally introduced as a product-improved version of the SVT-38 rifle, the SVT-40 served as the Soviet Union's primary self-loading rifle of World War II with some 1.6 million examples produced by 1945. Despite its promising performance in the hands of some of the Red Army's most experienced troops, a combination of desperate factory conditions, limited resources, and limited training for further recruits and conscripts of the USSR, resulted in the gradual reduction in production of the SVT. Instead, the Soviet Union invested in enormous numbers of submachine guns to provide enhanced automatic firepower to their infantry. The AVT-40 was introduced in 1942 as a select-fire version of the infantry rifle, but the rifles exhibited high rates of failure during full-auto fire, and demonstrated poor accuracy, particularly compared to period submachine guns. As a result, most of the AVT rifles were converted back to semi-automatic only trigger groups, with the failure of select-fire arms in 7.62x54mmR serving as a catalyst for the development of intermediate caliber arms such as the SKS rifle and AS-44, and eventually, the AK-47. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very Good. Bore is Bright with some residues that should clean to Very Bright or better with sharp rifling. Metal finish shows some faint internal cycling scratches with some slight loss of finish on the charging handle. Finish is strong overall with few signs of handling after the dipped blue applied during refurbishing. The stock shows some scattered light mars and indentations along the toe and the underside of the stock. Sling shows some light stains with abrasions and some cracks forming in the leather loops. Estimate: 1500 - 2500

**Mid-1943 Production Remington Rand Model 1911A1 Pistol in Pasteboard Shipping Box with 2 Magazines

Lot #116 (Sale Order 115 of 200)

**Mid-1943 Production Remington Rand Model 1911A1 Pistol in Pasteboard Shipping Box with Two Magazines World War II .45 ACP. 5" barrel. SN: 978882 (mfg. ca.1943). Du-Lite blue finish on frame and slide, barrel and small parts blued, checkered "no ring" Keyes Fiber grip panels. Single action tilting barrel Browning designed magazine fed semi-automatic pistol with dovetailed notch rear sight and blade front sight. Right side of frame is marked UNITED SATED PROPERTY/NO 978882 and M1911 A1 U.S. ARMY forward of the grip above the triggerguard and with a crisp {Ordnance Wheel} cartouche at the rear edge. Right side of slide is unmarked. Left side of slide is marked with the Type II two-line Remington address which reads REMINGTON RAND INC./SYRACUSE, N.Y. U.S.A. just forward of the rear slide serrations. A crisp FJA (Frank J Atwood) inspection is present immediately below the slide stop and a P proof is present on the frame below the magazine release. A P is also present on the top of the slide, immediately forward of the rear sight index line. The blued High Standard barrel is appropriately marked HS on one side of the link lug and with a P on the opposite side. The pistol is accompanied by two S marked Scovill Manufacturing blued magazines, apparently unused and wrapped in brown wax paper. An old, well worn kraft box accompanies the pistol as well. This mid-1943 production pistol probably dates to around July for procurement and is approaching the end of the Du-Lite Blue finish period with Parkerizing becoming the primary finish sometime in the 1,XXX,XXX to 1,018,XXX range. The metal was sandblasted so the finish was quite dull and often looked more like Parkerizing from a casual glance. The pistol retains a checkered slide stop, correct for this period, with serrated slide stops becoming prevalent in the 1,XXX,XXX range. A really lovely and crisp Remington Rand 1911A1 in outstanding condition made at the height of World War II. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Excellent, showing little if any use. Bore is bright and crisp with some old dried grease or oil in the grooves and would probably clean with a little effort. Frame and slide retain nearly all of their finish with some minor thinning and high edge wear, likely from storage and handling. Barrel hood with some minor wear to the blue from cycling, probably by hand, as the breech face shows essentially no wear. Mechanically functional when cycled by hand, but slightly sluggish due to old, dried Cosmoline on the slide and frame rails. Dried Cosmoline is also present in the tight recesses and the protected areas, in particular in the slide serrations. Grips are very fine, with a couple of minor scuff marks along their lower edges. Kraft box with moderate to heavy wear, some damage and oil staining. Magazines fine. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

**Rebuilt Springfield Armory M1 Garand Rifle- Locking Bar Sight, Un-Cut Op Rod, 1942 Dated Barrel

Lot #117 (Sale Order 116 of 200)

**Rebuilt Springfield Armory M1 Garand Rifle with Locking Bar Sight, Un-Cut Op Rod and 1942 Dated Barrel World War II .30-06. 24" barrel length. SN: 455241. Parkerized metal finish overall mounting walnut semi-pistol grip stock and locking bar rear aperture with partially hooded front blade sights. Long-stroke piston driven semi-automatic rifle fed by an internal box magazine charged with en bloc clips. The receiver is struck U.S. RIFLE/CAL. .30 M1/SPRINGFIELD/ARMORY followed by the serial number. Item shows drawing numbers and revisions appropriate for a 1942 produced M1 Garand. Drawing number to the receiver reads D28291-14SA with the hammer struck C46008-2 SA. Un-cut operating rod reads D35382 3 SA, while the bolt reads D28287-12SA/RE5B, with the heat number suggesting manufacture in March to July of 1942. Barrel date mark reads S-A-1-1-42. Item mounts a Springfield type 2B pattern stock that shows signs of sanding and refinishing at some point. There are weak AA markings struck into the wrist comprising an incomplete rebuild mark that has been sanded down. A rack number 26 has been applied to the top of the wrist. The left receiver has been import marked CENTURY/ARMS INC/ST ALBANS/VT. Muzzle erosion reading of 6, throat of just under 4. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good to Very Good as refinished. Bore is Frosty with light pitting throughout. External metal finish shows some red residue to the bayonet lug and gas cylinder, few scattered light scratches. Item shows some light internal cycling wear. Stock show handling wear and mars with a nick to the left forend and an abrasion to the right. Upper handguard is cracked for 2.5 inches running from the forward end of the wood. All stock markings are weak, suggesting refinish. Bore shows a muzzle erosion reading of 6 with 4 at the throat. Estimate: 1500 - 2000

** Rare Pre-WWII RZM Marked Walther PPK Pistol in Holster

Lot #118 (Sale Order 117 of 200)

** Rare Pre-WWII RZM Marked Walther PPK Pistol in Holster World War II .32 ACP. 3.3" barrel length. SN: 827463 (mfg. ca.1935). Polished blued metal finish with polished barrel and mounting one-piece WALTHER synthetic multicolor grips. Simple blowback operated DA/SA autoloading pistol fed by detachable single-stack magazines. Item mounts fixed low profile sights atop a matted barrel rib, along with the 90 degree safety typical of early Walther PP pattern handguns. Markings include WALTHER banner to the left slide followed by Waffenfabrik Walther, Zella-Mehlis (Thur.)/Walther's Patent Cal. 7,65 m/m followed by Mod.PPK and the RZM logo, indicating it was inspected by the Reichszeugmeistere of the NSDAP. The markings on the handgun are all correct for an RZM pistol from this block, and include: the {Crown/N} commercial proof markings on the slide, right breech, and the right muzzle, and the last three digits of the serial number have been scratched into the inside of the slide opposite the ejection port, as is appropriate for RZM marked Walthers. Pistol is accompanied by one WALTHER banner marked magazine with multicolor finger rest floorplate. Further, it comes in a non factory marked leather holster that has had the names BUCKS and MILLER scratched into the belt loop. These handguns were intended for issue to high ranking members of the government of the "Third Reich". RZM marked pistols were produced between serial number 820,000 and 845,000, placing this into the earlier bock of firearms. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good to Very Good. Bore is dirty with some firing residues that should clean to Bright with crisp rifling. Metal finish shows some internal cycling wear with a mottled gray patina dominating the polished barrel. Slide shows edge and muzzle wear with some further thinning and loss of blue along the flats and flaking overall. Frame displays additional edgewear and streaking with brown patina forming within losses. Grips show signs of hardening with a crack forming at the screw port on both sides, along with a chip on the upper left edge and some nicks on the edges. Magazine shows some insertion wear and scratches. Leather holster is scuffed with age and shows some cracking at the corners, and lace tied through the outer edges of the flap in a former repair. Estimate: 1200 - 1800

**U.S. Springfield M1-C Garand Composite with Stith-Kollmorgen Scope

Lot #119 (Sale Order 118 of 200)

**U.S. Springfield M1-C Garand Composite with Stith-Kollmorgen Scope Korean War .30-06. 24" barrel length. SN: 3749103. Parkerized metal finish overall with walnut semi-pistol grip stock showing {Circle P marking} on the pistol grip. Gas piston driven semi-automatic rifle fed by an internal magazine charged with en-bloc clips. The rifle mounts a Griffin & Howe marked quick detach side mounted scope base and features a STITH-KOLLMORGEN 4X telescopic sight. A further P proof mark appears on the right barrel near the date marking of S-A-8-52, indicating it was manufactured in August of 1952 by the Springfield Armory. Further SA-52 mark appears on top of the receiver above the standard model mark reading U.S. RIFLE/CAL. .30M1/SPRINGFIELD/ARMORY. Former mark indicates that the rifle was rebuilt at Springfield Armory at the correct time for the United States Marine Corps' MC-1 sniper rifles. No arsenal marking appears on the left wrist. Scope marking reads STITH MOUNTS S.A. TEX. 4X DOUBLE/KOLLMORGEN OPTICAL CORP/NORTHAMPTON MASS. U.S. PAT. 2,625,742/& PAT. PENDING. This marking does not correspond to the markings of Marine Corps utilized versions of this scope. Item is fitted with black rubber STORM QUEEN eyecups. Item features the Griffin & Howe pattern scope mount with the base showing the marking GRIFFIN & HOWE INC. NEW YORK/PAT. # 1.856.549 MAY 3. 1932, and provides a longer scope mount necessary for installing the upgraded optic. A leather cheek pad attached to the stock shows the manufacturer number MRT/1 52, the correct marking for Korean War era examples of this component, and indicating it was installed in January 1952. No MC and serial number markings have been applied to the scope. Rifle additionally mounts a Model 1907 pattern leather sling with brass fittings. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of Bob Lecount Condition: Very Good. Bore is Very Bright with sharp rifling throughout and some dust that must be cleaned. Metal finish shows some light scratches and abrasions overall with some lubricant discolorations. Enamel finish on the scope shows some flacking on the edges and scuffs. Stock has some dents and mars along the upper handguard and the flanks of the stock surrounding the receiver. Leather cheek pad has some light scuffs and abrasions. Sling shows some cracking and stains but remains supple with tarnished brass fittings. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

**CMP U.S. Springfield M1 Garand National Match Rifle

Lot #120 (Sale Order 119 of 200)

**CMP U.S. Springfield M1 Garand National Match Rifle Korean War .30-06. 24" barrel length. SN: 6094289. Parkerized metal finish overall with walnut semi-pistol grip stock mounting national match pattern rear peep and front blade sights with protectors. Long stroke piston driven gas operated rifle fed by an internal box magazine charged with en bloc clips. Receiver marking reads U.S. RIFLE/CAL. .30 M1/SPRINGFIELD/ARMORY followed by the serial number which indicates the rifle was originally manufactured in the final block of Springfield M1s from 1955-1957. The Rifle shows the NM marking for "National Match" to the rear sight operating rod, barrel, and front sight base. Stock markings include the {US Ordnance Department Inspection} marking on the left side, and Circle P mark to the wrist. Barrel is struck with a further Ordnance Department mark, along with the date marking 6 54 MD 40, and drawing number SA F8535448. The rifle mounts an unmarked Model 1905 pattern sling, and the stock is void of tools. Rifle shows a throat erosion reading of 2 and 1 at the muzzle. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of Bob Lecount Condition: Good. Bore is Bright with crisp rifling throughout. Metal finish shows some light scratches on the gas cylinder and light edgewear. Some internal cycling wear along with operating abrasion to the right barrel. Wood stock shows some scattered light dings and mars. The trapdoor is rusted along its inner surface with some mold through the ports for the cleaning kit. Sling shows mold residue overall with cracking and abrasions. Rifle shows a throat erosion reading of 2 and 1 at the muzzle. Estimate: 1000 - 1500

** U.S. Springfield M1 Garand Rifle with M1-D Mounts, Lyman Alaskan Scope, and M2 Flash Hider

Lot #121 (Sale Order 120 of 200)

** U.S. Springfield M1 Garand Rifle with M1-D Mounts, Lyman Alaskan Scope, and M2 Flash Hider Korean War .30-06. 24" barrel length. SN: 1729590. Parkerized metal finish mounting a walnut semi-pistol grip stock, and M1D pattern rear sight mount with Lyman ALASKAN scope. Long stroke piston driven gas operated rifle fed by an internal box magazine charged by en bloc clips. Receiver manufacturer marking reads U.S. RIFLE/CAL. .30 M1/SPRINGFIELD/ARMORY followed by the serial number which corresponds to July of 1943 production. Barrel is marked S-A-6-52, typical of the refurbished rifles that were transformed into M1D pattern rifles during post-war refurbishment. Bolt shows the drawing number 6528287-SA/A15, indicating that the bolt was made between 1954 and 1957, and was replaced at some point. Rifle mounts a post-war operating rod showing drawing number 6535382 SA, and a further post-war IHC marked trigger housing marked IHC D6528290. The triggerguard itself is struck C46025W.R.A., with the combination of parts suggesting the rifle was refurbished repeatedly after conversion as the M1D rifles were primarily converted in 1952 and '53. Stock sohws signs of sanding and lacks a legible rebuilding stamp, with the left side showing hand scratched letters reading ALIB, and a partial rack number marking on the right stock reading 18 . BL/01. Rifle comes with a flash hider marked HIDER FLASH M2/THE HART MFG. CO. The attached Lyman Alaskan scope is struck ALL WEATHER on the adjustment knob bases and shows serial number 33470. Originally conceived as a cheap alternative to the M1C rifle, the M1D was tested during World War II, but did not see combat until the Korean War. Because of the M1 Garand's en-bloc clip charged magazine, it was necessary to offset optics mounted on the rifle to facilitate standard loading. Consequently, the M1C and M1D rifles have their scope set to the left, and were provided with a leather cheek rest to aid the shooter's posture. Muzzle and throat show erosion readings of 1. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very Good. Bore is Bright with crisp rifling throughout and some surface oxidation near the muzzle that should clean to Very Bright or better. Metal finish is thinning over the gas cylinder with some light internal cycling wear and edge wear. Stock shows weak edges indicative of sanding, along with assorted handling mars, stains, and dings scattered overall. Scope is functional. Muzzle and throat show erosion readings of 1. Estimate: 1500 - 2000

**Winchester M1D Garand Rifle Rebuilt by Springfield Armory

Lot #122 (Sale Order 121 of 200)

**Winchester M1D Garand Rifle Rebuilt by Springfield Armory Korean War .30-06. 24" barrel length. SN: 1237267. Parkerized metal finish overall mounting T105 pattern sights and set in a walnut semi-pistol grip stock with M1D pattern scope base attached to rear barrel. Long stroke piston driven gas operated semi-automatic rifle fed by internal box magazine charged by en-bloc clips. Receiver is marked U.S. RIFLE/CAL. .30 M1/WINCHESTER/TRADE MARK with the barrel showing a punch mark and two P proofs next to a barrel date marking of S-A 1-52, indicating the barrel was produced in January of 1952. Serial number indicates the rifle was originally produced in September, 1942 with the mixture of parts numbers and makers indicating it was subject to post-war refurbishment. Left stock shows SA cartouche indicating it was rebuilt at Springfield Armory, and additionally shows a circle P proof marking to the wrist. Rifle shows a post war rebuild operating rod marked D35382 SA paired with a wartime Winchester bolt showing drawing number D28287-1 W.R.A. The trigger housing and hammer both show Springfield Armory markings indicative of wartime manufacture and installed during the rifle's refurbishment. Scope base is unmarked and displays a correct rough factory finish. Item is without scope and cheek pad. Rifle shows a muzzle erosion reading of between 1 and 2, and a throat erosion reading of 2. Originally developed as an alternative to the more elaborate M1C rifle, the M1D was tested during World War II, but did not see combat until the Korean War alongside the more numerous M1C. The en-bloc charging of the Garand rifle ensured that any adaptation had to offset the scope to facilitate loading, and both the M1C and M1D featured scopes offset to the left with a large cheek rest serving to adjust the shooter's eye into place. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good. Bore is Bright with some light pitting near the crown and strong rifling. Metal finish is thinning over the gas cylinder with some edgewear to the scope base and receiver, along with some pitting over the rear receiver that was filled in when the rifle was re-arsenaled. Some traces of oxidation around the sling swivel at forend. Stock shows some scattered light handling mars and dings, and a chip to the forward handguard in the operating rod channel. There is a ring to the left stock beside the receiver, along with some flaking to the finish. Rifle shows a muzzle erosion reading of between 1 and 2, and a throat erosion reading of 2. Estimate: 1500 - 2500

**Hungarian M52 Mosin-Nagant Pattern 91/30 PU Sniper Rifle Non-Import Marked

Lot #123 (Sale Order 122 of 200)

**Hungarian M52 Mosin-Nagant Pattern 91/30 PU Sniper Rifle Non-Import Marked 7.62x54mmR. 28.7" barrel length. SN: BC7226. Blued metal finish with polished bolt, full length birch furniture, and mounting a fixed magnification PU pattern telescopic sight and turned down bolt handle. Bolt action repeating rifle fed by an internal magazine and mounting adjustable rear leaf and fully hooded front post sights. The barrel shank shows the 02 factory marking above a date marking of 1954. Further 02 markings appear on the scope mount, scope base, right stock, buttplate, barrel bands, forend cap, extractor, bolt, and cocking piece. The right stock shows an additional circle B marking and circled 10 mark. The scope mount is struck 55 within a circle on its left side, and the scope itself shows the markings 41/1954/528276 followed by the number 7226, matching the scope to this rifle. The bolt serial number matches the barrel shank as well as the magazine floorplate. The rifle has no importer marks. This rare variant of the famed sniper Mosin pattern rifle is seldom encountered in the United States, particularly without import markings. Though produced after the end of World War II, rifles of this pattern did see combat in the hands of North Vietnamese aligned forces during the Vietnam War. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Fine. Bore is Bright with crisp rifling throughout and few flecks of oxidation. External metal finish shows a light abrasion to the barrel shank, and little internal cycling wear. Bolt retains its polish with a fleck of grey patina on the bolt handle. Wood stocks show few signs of handling with a light abrasion to the toe. Estimate: 1500 - 2500

**DWM Model 1900 Luger Pistol

Lot #124 (Sale Order 123 of 200)

**DWM Model 1900 Luger Pistol .30 Luger. 4.7" barrel length. SN: 22004. Blued metal finish with straw colored and nitre blued small parts mounting checkered walnut grip panels. Short recoil operated toggle locked striker-fired pistol fed by detachable single-stack magazines. The toggle link is struck with the DWM logo of Deutsche Waffen Und Munitionsfabriken, appropriate to the 1900 commercial production, and additionally displays many features typical of that model. These include: the 0.33" early narrow trigger, polished strip safety marking, the use of a two-piece flat spring for the mainspring as opposed to the later coil spring, dished toggle link, grip safety mechanism, and old model long frame. Item displays the standard commercial proof markings including 172,28 on the underside of the barrel, and {Crown/B} and {Crown/U} marks on the barrel, left receiver, and on the flanks of the breech block and toggle link. The serial numbers match where observed on the grip safety, frame, trigger, sideplate, takedown latch, breechblock, toggle link, rear toggle, barrel, and receiver. No serial numbers appear on the grip panels, though the right is struck B and the left with an asterisk marking. Additionally, the magazine base plug is non numbered, correct for commercial Lugers. The firing pin has been replaced with a P08 pattern pin that was resized and fitted with a rough brass stop. Toggle pin is also replaced. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good. Bore is Frosty with some light pitting and brown patina throughout. Blued finish shows thinning overall with edgewear and cycling wear. Gripstraps have worn down and present a brown patina with flecked oxidation. Barrel has some light pitting to the flanks of the muzzle with the blue worn down on the barrel flanks. Blue to the receiver and upper surfaces of the toggle is strong, with the proof marks showing some weak edges. Internal polished surfaces are a mottled gray patina. Grips show some skips and flattened spots with further light dings and stains consistent on the grip panels and the magazine base plug. Estimate: 1000 - 1500

**Winchester Model 42 Skeet Number 5 Engraved Shotgun with Extra Barrel

Lot #125 (Sale Order 124 of 200)

**Winchester Model 42 Skeet Number 5 Engraved Shotgun with Extra Barrel .410 Gauge. 26" barrel length. SN: 164272. 3" chamber length. Modified Choke. Blued metal finish with jeweled bolt and elevator mounting AAA grade walnut semi-pistol grip stocks with bordered diamond checkering to wrist and forend. Slide-action repeating shotgun fed by an internal tube magazine. Shotgun displays classic Winchester Number 5 engraving on the flanks of the receiver with hunting scenes enclosed by foliate scroll engraving and a stippled ground. The left side shows two pointers pursuing rising pheasants within a clearing while the right is adorned by two hunting dogs pursuing a fleeing hare. Gold inlaid initials on the triggerguard read CLM with the gold oval plate to toe engraved HERB/WARD. Hardrubber pistol grip cap reads WINCHESTER REPEATING/ARMS CO. Shotgun mounts a full length vented barrel rib with two-dot sights and WINCHESTER marked shock absorbing buttplate. Standard make and model markings include -MODEL 42- marking to the barrel and SKEET below the caliber marking. Comes with a serial number matching extra barrel with an identical rib and sights, 26" length, and Full choke. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good. Mounted barrel shows firing residues throughout the bore that should clean to Very Bright or better with extra barrel displaying a Very Bright bore. Metal finish displays some flecks of brown patina forming in the matting on top of the barrel rib and receiver, spot of oxidation on the left side of the barrel rib seam at receiver, and some flecking to the finish on the receiver flanks. Serial number on the receiver shows some weakness. Some light cycling wear on both barrels. Wood furniture shows some light indentations on the toe of the stock, and on the left wrist. Forends display light signs of handling. Extra barrel displays some oxidation and patina forming on the barrel threads and in the engraving on the rear barrel. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

**Winchester Model 1886 Take Down Rifle in .45-70

Lot #126 (Sale Order 125 of 200)

**Winchester Model 1886 Take Down Rifle in .45-70 .45-70. 22" barrel. SN: 120557 (Mfg. ca.1899-1900). Blued finish, color casehardened hammer and lever, smooth pistol-gripped walnut stock with shotgun butt, hard rubber Winchester grip cap and buttplate and smooth forend. Lever action tubular magazine fed repeating rifle with semi-buckhorn elevation adjustable leaf rear sight and Lyman dovetailed crescent blade and white bead front sight. Barrel marked in two lines, forward of the rear sight MANUFACTURED BY THE/ - WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S.A. -. Barrel additionally marked NICKEL STEEL on the left side under the rear sight and with the caliber .45-70 forward of the chamber. Upper tang marked WINCHESTER MODEL 1886. Grip strap with serial number and two line OCT 14, 1884/JAN 20, 1885 patent marking. Take down lever marked - PAT. JUNE 6, 1893. - This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good. Bore fair to good, dark and moderately oxidized and pitted with visible rifling. Bore may clean to better. Metal with some old blue, mostly on the receiver. Markings remain clear and legible. Mechanically functional action. Wood sanded with moderate wear, some dings and mars. Hard rubber grip cap and buttplate with faded discoloration and some wear.

**Pre-64 Winchester Model 52B Sporter Rifle

Lot #127 (Sale Order 126 of 200)

**Pre-64 Winchester Model 52B Sporter Rifle .22 LR. 24" barrel length. SN: 59921B (mfg. ca.1947). Blued metal finish with matte blued receiver and bolt handle, polished bolt, and walnut semi-pistol grip stock with bordered checkering to the wrist and forend. Bolt action repeating target rifle fed by detachable single-stack magazines. Rifle mounts Lyman model 57FH pattern rear sight and a fully hooded front brass bead sight on a matted ramp. Both the barrel and receiver display the Winchester monogram firing proof, in addition to address markings. Receiver reads MADE IN U.S.A. WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO./-NEW HAVEN. CONN.-PATENTED- with the barrel displaying the standard MODEL 52-22 L.RIFLE- marking. Rifle comes with one magazine with the floorplate struck MADE IN U.S.A./WINCHESTER/TRADE MARK/PAT. NOV. 25, 1919. Item mounts front and rear sling loops, a checkered steel buttplate with widow's peak, and a hard rubber semi-pistol grip cap reading WINCHESTER REPEATING/ARMS CO. The underside of the forend features three bordered checkered diamonds with the central one surrounding the forward stock screw. Trigger plate is struck SPORTING. Rear sight is missing the screw-in aperture. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very Good. Bore is Minty with sharp rifling throughout. Blued metal finish shows some brown patination forming at the muzzle, scratch to the triggerguard, a scuff to the right forward edge of the receiver, flecking on the buttplate. Some further scattered light scratches over the triggerguard and plate. Forend cap finish is flaking with the semi-pistol grip likewise showing some age discolorations and flaking to the finish. The rear sight is bent downward and is missing the screw-in rear peep. Estimate: 1500 - 3000

**Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Featherweight Super Grade Rifle in .243

Lot #128 (Sale Order 127 of 200)

**Pre-64 Winchester Model 70 Featherweight Super Grade Rifle in .243 .243 Winchester. 22" barrel length. SN: 413875 (mfg. ca.1957). Blued metal finish with matte blued receiver, jeweled bolt and extractor, and mounting glass bedded Walnut Monte-Carlo style stock featuring bordered wrap-around checkering on the wrist, and bordered multipoint checkering to the forend. Bolt-action repeating rifle fed by an internal box magazine. Item mounts folding rear notch and fully hooded front bead sights with the receiver drilled and tapped for optics mounting. Markings include the Winchester monogram firing proof to the receiver and barrel with the latter further marked MODEL-70-FEATHERWEIGHT. Magazine floorplate is marked -SUPER GRADE-. Rifle mounts a checkered and blued buttplate with polished flanks, black synthetic forend cap, and a blued semi-pistol grip cap. The serial number range and the presence of the earlier controlled feed extractor indicate this rifle was manufactured in 1957. Serial number is marked into the underside of the bolt. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very Good. Bore is Minty with sharp rifling throughout. Blued metal finish shows some faint internal cycling mars, some flecking at the crown, and faint muzzle wear. The jeweling on the bolt shows some cycling wear with the jeweling remaining strong on the magazine follower. Some hardened lubricants present on the edges of the barrel and receiver. Stock shows some scattered light scratches, a scuff to the left stock below the receiver, and some flaking and abrasions to the toe. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

**Pre-64 Winchester Model 61 Rifle in .22 WMRF

Lot #129 (Sale Order 128 of 200)

**Pre-64 Winchester Model 61 Rifle in .22 WMRF .22 WMRF. 24" barrel length. SN: 294923 (mfg. ca.1959). Blued metal finish overall with polished bolt mounting a walnut semi-pistol grip stock and 17-groove forend. Slide action hammerless repeating rifle fed by an under-barrel tube magazine. Rifle mounts adjustable rear notch and front bead sights with the top of the receiver showing a dovetail cut for optics mounting. Barrel markings read WINCHESTER/TRADE MARK/MADE IN U.S.A. followed by MODEL 61/22 WIN. MAG. R.F. Both the receiver and barrel show Winchester's monogram proof markings. Serial numbers match where applied, and the stock retains a WINCHESTER marked hard rubber buttplate. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very Good. Bore is Minty with sharp rifling throughout. Blued finish shows a pattern of scratches on the left receiver, some lubricant residues overall, and some scattered light scratches. The stock shows some scattered light dents near the wrist and on the upper and lower edges of the stock, along with two abrasions to the left stock near toe. Estimate: 1200 - 1800

** Pre-War Winchester Model 70 in .375 H&H Magnum by Elrod/Hughes Gunmakers

Lot #130 (Sale Order 129 of 200)

** Pre-War Winchester Model 70 in .375 H&H Magnum by Elrod/Hughes Gunmakers .375 H&H. 24" barrel length. SN: 18870 (mfg. ca.1939). Blued metal finish. Figured walnut stock has multi-point checkering to semi pistol grip and forearm, with ebony forend and blued steel grip cap. Bolt action rifle with adjustable express notch rear sight, hooded blade front sight with stippling, and a Leupold LPS 1.5-6x42mm scope. Item features an internal box magazine, double sling swivels, Decelerator rubber recoil pad, and a Butler Creek lens cover. Barrel is marked Elrod/Hughes Gunmakers. Includes a black nylon sling. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: Very good. Bore is bright. Finish is strong overall. Wood stock has a few light scratches to right side. Scope is clear. Estimate: 2000 - 4000

**Engraved 2nd Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Mother of Pearl Grips in Factory Box

Lot #131 (Sale Order 130 of 200)

**Engraved 2nd Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Mother of Pearl Grips in Factory Cardboard Box .45 Colt. 5.5" barrel. SN: 30230SA (mfg. ca.1960). Nickel finish, smooth two-piece mother of pear grips. Single action revolver with smokeless powder frame, loading gate, fixed sights and fluted six chambered cylinder. One-line Hartford barrel address, left side of barrel roll marked: COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45. Lower left front of frame with three-date in two-line patent marking. Colt proof marks on left side of triggerguard web. The revolver is engraved with nearly full coverage with flowing foliate vines and sprays along the barrel and frame and between the chambers of the cylinder. The revolver is contained in a black Colt factory cardboard box with green interior that shows moderate wear. The gun is also accompanied by an aluminum cleaning rod, a bore brush, a crevice brush and the factory tri-fold flyer with instruction and spare parts pricing. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very fine. Bore fine and bright with some frosting in the grooves and a ring visible just forward of the frame. Retains nearly all of the full nickel finish with some a couple of freckles of oxidation on the cylinder, along with a light drag line and some scuffing along the sides of the hammer. Mechanically functional. Smooth mother of pearl grips are fine as well. Box with moderate wear, torn corners and scuffed finish loss. Accessories about goo. Estimate: 2000 - 3000

**First Year Production Pre-War Colt Super 38 Pistol in French Fit Case

Lot #132 (Sale Order 131 of 200)

**First Year Production Pre-War Colt Super 38 Pistol in French Fit Case .38 Super. 5" barrel. SN: 1768 (Mfg. ca.1929). Blued finish, checkered walnut thumb swell target grips. Single action semi-automatic magazine fed Browning designed tilting barrel pistol. Right side of slide roll marked COLT in large letters, followed by SUPER .38/AUTOMATIC in two lines, followed by the {Rampant Colt} logo, with the left side roll marked in two lines: COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A./PAT'D APR 20, 1897, SEPT. 9, 1902, DEC. 19, 1905, FEB. 14, 1911, AUG. 19, 1913. Rear face of slide with matching serial number 17/68 in two lines under the firing pin stop plate. Pistol is equipped with a checkered arched mainspring housing, checkered short trigger and checkered wide spur hammer. The rear sight is a KING/PAT. marked windage adjustable notch with a pinned front blade with a red plastic dot. A semi-circular angled cut in the top of the slide behind the rear sight provides reflective illumination of the front dot. Includes a single two-tone magazine COLT SUPER/38 AUTO marked magazine. The pistol is contained in a French-fit leatherette covered wooden case with a purple lining. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very fine. Bore is bright with strong rifling and showing some frosting in the grooves and some scattered minor freckles of oxidation. Metal with most of the blued finish intact with some minor loss due to high edge wear, most notably at the muzzle on the left side of the slide, the barrel, sides of the hammer and sides of the trigger. There are a couple of minor finish scratches on the left side of the frame from take down, and the added sights show moderate amounts of finish loss due to wear. A couple of small spots of minor surface oxidation are present as well, with a small patch along the sharp upper edge of the slide on the right side, about 1.5" from the muzzle. Pistol is mechanically functional. The grips show some light handling marks and minor wear. The case is about fine with some light surface wear and scuffs and some fading and light wear to the interior. Estimate: 6000 - 8000

**1st Generation Colt Single Action Army

Lot #133 (Sale Order 132 of 200)

**1st Generation Colt Single Action Army .45 Long Colt. 4.75" barrel length. SN: 322383 (mfg. ca.1912). Blued metal finish with casehardened frame and mounting replacement two-piece {Rampant Colt} logo synthetic grips. Single action loading gate revolver with topstrap notch and front blade sights. Item features a smokeless powder frame, rifling, and a scalloped firing pin. Left frame shows the two-line patent marker followed by the {Rampant Colt} within a circle marking. Top of the barrel features a single-line address reading COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO./HARTFORD. CT. U.S.A. A VP monogram proof is struck into the left triggerguard, along with the initial W. An assembly number of 646 has been struck into the rear of the loading gate. This lot is located in Cincinnati. From the Collection of Bob Lecount Condition: Good. Bore is dirty with firing residue throughout that should clean to Bright or better with crisp rifling. A mottled brown patina dominates overall with some blue remaining on the edges of the barrel and around the ejector rod housing. Light pitting to the cylinder over each chamber with some additional pitting overall. Further light pitting to the frame and forming in patches along the barrel, and along the full length of the ejector rod housing. Firing pin shows some wear. Grip retain their details and bluing to the mounting screw. Action displays good timing. Estimate: 1000 - 1500

** 1st Generation Colt Single Action Army in .32 WCF with Colt Factory Letter

Lot #134 (Sale Order 133 of 200)

** 1st Generation Colt Single Action Army in .32 WCF with Colt Factory Letter .32-20. 5.5" barrel. SN: 216561 (mfg. ca.1901). Blued and color casehardened finish, checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt logo grips. Single action smokeless powder frame revolver with loading gate, frame notch rear sight, blade front sight and six-chambered fluted cylinder. Barrel with late production one-line address, lower left side of frame with three-date in two-line patent mark followed by the Rampant Colt logo. Left side of barrel marked 32 W.C.F. Matching serial numbers on frame, triggerguard and butt, cylinder and barrel are not numbered as is correct for this era of production. Grips are mismatched and scratch numbered 2948. The revolver is accompanied by a Colt Factory Letter that confirms the caliber, barrel length and finish configuration of the gun and notes that it was shipped to Marshall-Wells Hardware Company in Duluth, MN on October 19, 1901 as part of a total of ten Single Action Army revolvers in the shipment. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very good. Bore is very good, moderately frosted with crisp blackpowder rifling. Metal retains some nice traces of blue and case colors in protected areas with the balance showing a slightly mottled brownish-gray patina. Markings remain clear and legible. Mechanically functional action, hammer with four distinct "clicks" when cocked. Hard rubber grips faded to a medium milk chocolate color with some handling marks and a couple of tiny chips at the leading and trailing edges. Estimate: 2000 - 3000

** Fine Late Production 1st Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver

Lot #135 (Sale Order 134 of 200)

** Fine Late Production 1st Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver .45 Colt. 7.5" barrel. SN: 346422 (mfg. ca.1924). Blued and color casehardened finish, smooth two-piece ivory grips. Single action solid frame revolver with loading gate, smokeless powder frame, frame notch rear sight, blade front sight and fluted six-chambered cylinder. Barrel with late production one-line address, lower left of frame with three-date in two-line patent marking, followed by the Rampant Colt logo. Serial number on frame only, correct for these late production guns with both grip panels pencil numbered 346422 on their interiors. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Fine. Bore fine, mostly bright with some frosting and crisp blackpowder rifling. Metal retains much of the blue and color casehardened finish with thinning and fading and the case colors dulling with age. Mechanically functional. Crisp action with four distinct "clicks" when cocking the hammer. Ivory grips fine with some minor age surface cracks and striations. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

**Colt New Service Shooting Master Revolver in 357 Magnum

Lot #136 (Sale Order 135 of 200)

**Colt New Service Shooting Master Revolver in 357 Magnum .357 Magnum. 6" tapered round barrel. SN: 341865 (mfg. ca.1937). Blued finish, checkered walnut target grips with silver Rampant Colt medallions. Double action flat top frame target revolver with windage adjustable notch rear sight and pinned blade front sight. Two-line barrel address reads: COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD CT USA/PAT'D AUG. 5, 1884, JULY 4, 1905, OCT. 5, 1926. Left side of barrel roll marked COLT SHOOTING MASTER .357. Rampant Colt logo on left rear of frame, matching serial numbers on inner frame and crane. Grips are not numbered. Checkered backstrap and front strap, checkered trigger face, service hammer with sides polished bright and top with matted blue finish. Top strap finely matted with index lines for the adjustable rear sight. A scare .357 New Service Shooting Master of which only about 500 were produced. Sadly this one has suffered from some poor storage but will likely clean up with some careful and diligent effort. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: About fine. Bore about fine, mostly bright with crisp rifling. Metal retains most of the blued finish with freckles of light surface rust present and some tiny areas of minor pinpricking. Markings remain clear and crisp. Action crisp with tight lock up and indexing. Grips with some light wear and minor handling marks. Estimate: 1500 - 2500

**Colt New Service Target .45 Colt Revolver Made in 1915

Lot #137 (Sale Order 136 of 200)

**Colt New Service Target .45 Colt Revolver Made in 1915 .45 Colt. 7.5" barrel. SN: 79416 (mfg. ca.1915). Blued finish, checkered walnut target grips with fleur-de-lis scalloped boarders and silver Rampant Colt medallions. Double action flat top frame target revolver with windage adjustable notch rear sight and pinned blade front sight. Two-line barrel address reads: COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD CT USA/PAT'D AUG. 5, 1884, JUNE 5, 1900, JULY 4, 1905. Left side of barrel roll marked NEW SERVICE 45 COLT. Rampant Colt logo on left rear of frame, matching serial numbers on inner frame and crane. Grips are numbered 79419, almost certainly a factor error inverting the "6" at the end of the serial number and making it a "9". Checkered backstrap and front strap, checkered trigger face, service hammer with sides polished bright. Top strap is smooth with index lines for the adjustable rear sight. A lovely condition example of a relatively scarce large bore New Service Target revolver made before American entered World War I. Only 3,400 Target Model New Service Revolvers were produced between 1900 and 1940. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Fine. Bore very fine and bright with excellent rifling. Retains most of the blued finish with some thinning, minor wear, some light surface scuffs and some old dried oil on the surfaces. The most notable wear is finish loss the heel of the butt and some light finish scuffs and a turn line on the cylinder. Some freckled surface oxidation and minor roughness is present on the cylinder release. All markings remain clear and crisp. Chambers and forcing cone with some old reddish flocking residue, possibly from a velvet type case lining. Mechanically functional action is quite crisp and indexes and locks up tightly. Grips with some light wear and minor freckles of discoloration. Estimate: 3000 - 4000

**3rd Generation Colt Single Action Army .45 Colt Revolver

Lot #138 (Sale Order 137 of 200)

**3rd Generation Colt Single Action Army .45 Colt Revolver .45 Long Colt. 7.5" barrel length. SN: 67569SA. Blued metal finish with casehardened frame, polished hammer flanks, and black synthetic Colt Eagle grips. Single-action loading gate revolver featuring the kidney shaped ejector rod plunger and six-shot cylinder on a smokeless frame. Sights consist of a front blade and topstrap notch. The revolver shows standard make and model markings including the two-line patent and {Rampant Colt} to the left frame, VP monogram proof on the triggerguard, and COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45 model and caliber marking on the left barrel. The top of the barrel is struck COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A. Further markings include a {Rampant Colt} struck into the rear face of the cylinder, and matching serial numbers on the frame, cylinder, and both gripstraps. The assembly number on the loading gate reads 823. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very Good Plus. Bore is Dirty with firing residues that should clean to Very Bright or better. Metal finish shows some light muzzle wear along with some radial scratches on the cylinder and a light drag line. Grips retain fine details. Action exhibits good timing. Estimate: 1000 - 1500

**1916 Production Commercial Colt 1911 Pistol

Lot #139 (Sale Order 138 of 200)

**1916 Production Commercial Colt 1911 Pistol .45 ACP. 5" barrel. SN: C34641 (mfg. ca.1916). Blued finish, double-diamond checkered walnut grips. Single action tilting barrel magazine fed Browning designed semi-automatic pistol with thumb and grip safeties, fixed dovetail rear sight and round blade front sight. Right side of frame marked GOVERNMENT MODEL/C 34641 with right side of slide marked COLT AUTOMATIC/CALIBRE 45. Left side of slide is marked in two, two-line segments, with the first reading: PATENTED APR. 20, 1897. SEPT. 9, 1902/DEC. 19, 1905. FEB. 14, 1911. AUG. 19, 1913. The second section reads: COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO./HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A. with a Rampant Colt logo at the rear of the slide behind the cocking serrations. The pistol includes a single unmarked two-tone, pinned base magazine with a lanyard loop. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very good. Bore very good, mostly bright with fine rifling and some frosting in the grooves. Metal retains much of the high luster Colt factory blue with scattered thinning and wear, mostly along high edges and contact points, with a particularly noticeable scratch on the left side of the frame from sloppy take down. The pistol has suffered some poor storage and shows scattered surface oxidation and some areas of very thin, hazy surface rust, most notably on the front strap and in the cocking serrations. A careful cleaning and some time in a sonic bath should improve the pistol substantially. Action is mechanically functional, but the slide lock pivot pin is slightly bent, leaving the lock slightly out of alignment with the slide lock recess, so the slide requires effort to lock back and will not currently lock back on an empty magazine. Wood grips fairly crisp with some wear and minor handling marks. Estimate: 1500 - 2500

**First Year Production Colt Ace .22 Pistol with One Piece Barrel

Lot #140 (Sale Order 139 of 200)

**First Year Production Colt Ace .22 Pistol with One Piece Barrel .22 LR. 4.75" barrel length. SN: 1858 (mfg. ca.1931). Blued metal finish. Grips are checkered walnut with double diamonds. Single action semi automatic pistol with adjustable notch rear sight and blade front sight. Item features 1911A1 parts, one piece barrel, and a removable magazine. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: Good to very good. Bore is bright, with some light powder residue. Finish has sprinkled pitting to left side of slide and frame, with some losses to sharp edges and gripstraps. Grips show some light wear to checkering. Estimate: 1000 - 2000

**Smith & Wesson Pre-Model 19 Combat Magnum in Factory Box

Lot #141 (Sale Order 140 of 200)

**Smith & Wesson Pre-Model 19 Combat Magnum in Factory Box .357 Magnum. 4" pinned ribbed barrel. SN: K263316. Blued finish, color casehardened .4" checkered hammer and grooved trigger, checkered S&W medallion target grips. Double action K frame 4-screw revolver with fluted 6-chambered swing out cylinder, micrometer adjustable rear sight and ramped front sight. Matching serial numbers on butt, rear face of cylinder and in ejector rod frame recess. Left side of barrel marked SMITH & WESSON. Right side of barrel marked S&W .357 MAGNUM. Right rear of frame with S&W logo and lower right side of frame with four-line Smith & Wesson address. The revolver is contained in a Smith & Wesson Tolex covered hinged box marked with the S&W logo and COMBAT MAGNUM on the lid with a form fit interior lined with purple acetate. A screwdriver, bore mop and cleaning rod are included. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Fine. Bore is fine, bright and retains excellent rifling. Metal with nearly all of the blued finish, with a light drag ring on the cylinder. Hammer and trigger with most of their vivid case colors. Markings clear and crisp. Mechanically functional. Grips very crisp with some minor light wear. Box fair to good, worn with interior showing damage and some mold and mildew. Estimate: 1200 - 1800

**Holland & Holland Royal Hammerless Full Side Lock Ejector Double Rifle in .240 Flanged

Lot #142 (Sale Order 141 of 200)

**Holland & Holland Royal Hammerless Full Side Lock Ejector Double Rifle in .240 Flanged with Case and Accessories .240 Flanged. 25.875" barrel length. SN: 28493. Blued metal finish with refinished case colored frame mounting highly figured walnut semi-pistol grip stock with cheek pad and splinter forend. Double-barrel side by side hammerless ejector rifle featuring assisted opening. Both sideplates are engraved with the maker mark HOLLAND & HOLLAND surrounded by spiral scroll engraving flowing over both sides. Item features a seven-pin action with gold filled screws and all forward screw heads timed toward the axis of the bores. Model marking to the lower frame reads ROYAL/HAMMERLESS/EJECTOR with further floral and border scroll flowing along all the external surfaces of the frame and triggerguard. Barrel fences feature clamshell motifs surrounding the standing breech with the latter featuring firing pin bushings. The watertables show the serial number repeated on each side along with the {Crown/V} London proof markings. The serial numbers match on both barrels and on the handguard with the barrel flats showing further proofs including {Crown/V}, {Crown/GP}, the caliber marking 240, NITRO PROVED above the NP proof marking, and deep {Rampant Lion} proofs. The barrels feature a matted rib mounting two position folding leaf rear sight graduated to 50, 200, and 350 yards. Sight is flanked by the address marking HOLLAND & HOLLAND/98. NEW BOND STREET, LONDON. with border scroll at the rear edge of both barrels. Front sight consists of a front bead on a matted ramp cut for installing a front sight hood. A gold oval plate to the toe of the stock is engraved with a {Dragon and Lion} motif above the motto FIDES ET JUSTITIA meaning "Faith and Justice." The butt itself is naked with bordered checkering cut directly into the wood. Comes in an aftermarket leather-wrapped wood case with green felt liner and a chocolate brown canvas cover. Included in the case is a nickel plated oiler with the base struck MADE IN ENGLAND. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very Good as refurbished. Bores are Very Bright with crisp rifling throughout. The blued finish to the triggerguard is flaking over the wrist with patina forming within the losses. Barrels show some light scratches to the flanks at the breech and some thinning along the muzzles. Matting to the rear sight mount shows some inconsistency suggesting it may have been redone at some point. Engraving over the remainder of the metal components retains its crispness. Frame case colors are particularly bright to the exterior with the inner frame displaying more muted colors. Stock shows some handling wear including some skips and smoothening of the checkering to the wrist and forend. The left forend has been repaired with a wood splice near the tip. Finish on the safety has been worn down to a silver sheen. The butt displays a fine crack forming to a knot on the right side with a further knot just behind the wrist having been reinforced with wood fill. Lockup is tight with the locking lever resting just right of center. Case shows some signs of cracking to the fastening straps with scattered light scuffs and mars. Some stains to the canvas cover. Estimate: 20000 - 50000

**Westley Richards Ovundo O/U Shotgun with Three 12 Gauge Barrels in Aftermarket Case

Lot #143 (Sale Order 142 of 200)

**Westley Richards Ovundo O/U Shotgun with Three 12 Gauge Barrels in Aftermarket Case 12 bore. 26" barrels. 2.75" chamber length. 14.5" length of pull. 1.5" drop to comb. 2.75" drop to heel. Open chokes. SN: 29098. Blued metal finish to barrel and parts, with polished steel finish to frame. Two piece walnut stock has multi-point checkering to round knob Prince of Wales grip and beavertail forearm, with Deeley forend release and teardrop carvings to side panels. Break action over/under hammerless boxlock shotgun with a low vent rib, and ivory bead sights to mid-barrel and front. Item features double triggers, auto ejectors, quadruple grip bolt system, false sidelock panels, and an orange rubber recoil pad. Engravings include scroll and borderwork to frame and parts, as well as to sides of barrel. Markings include WESTLEY RICHARDS & Co. to both sides of frame, and serial number engraved to tail of triggerguard. Stock is fitted with a German silver shield shaped escutcheon. Barrel is marked OVUNDO SYSTEM REG'D. No. 354045/1913 to left side flat, features various British proofs and barrel dimensions, and serial number 29098. Barrel lug is marked 3. Included with item is an aftermarket case and two Westley Richards Ovundo O/U barrels with matching engravings and the following specifications: 1.) 12 gauge. 28.5" barrels. SN: 19189. Modified and full chokes. Auto ejectors, low vent rib, with ivory bead sights. Barrel lug appears to have been marked with serial number 29098 as well. Barrel lug is also marked 1. Other markings include OVUNDO SYSTEM REG'D. No. 354045/1913 to left of barrel flat. 2.) 12 gauge. 26" barrels. SN: 29099. Full and improved cylinder chokes. Auto ejectors, low vent rib, with ivory bead sights. Barrel lug is marked 2. Other markings include OVUNDO SYSTEM REG'D. No. 354045/1913 to left of barrel flat. The Westley Richards Ovundo was an early over/under boxlock shotgun This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: Very good plus. Bores are all bright, with some light residue to all that is easily cleanable. Finishes are all strong, possibly refurbished by a very good gunsmith as some of the manufacturer marks and engravings appear very slightly weakened. Frame finish shows some scattered light scratches, possibly case hardened at some point. Wood stock has some scattered light scratches and mars. Estimate: 6000 - 8000

**Browning Superposed Lightning 20 Gauge with Leather Case and Original Box

Lot #144 (Sale Order 143 of 200)

**Browning Superposed Lightning 20 Gauge with Leather Case and Original Box Manufactured 1968 20 gauge. 26.5" barrels. 14.25" length of pull. 1.5" drop to comb. 2" drop to heel. 2.75" and 3" chambers. Skeet chokes. SN: 48449V8. Blued metal finish with gold trigger. Two piece striped walnut stock has checkering to semi pistol grip and beavertail forearm. Break action over/under boxlock shotgun with a low vent rib and steel bead front sight. Item features a single trigger, auto ejectors, and a thumb toggle barrel selector safety. Frame is engraved with simple floral scroll, borderwork, and rosette screws. Made in Belgium. Includes a brown leather Browning hard case with faux fur interior and original cardboard manufacturer box. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good to very good. Bores are bright, with a small amount of powder residue that will clean easily. Finish shows some scattered light scratches and sprinkled pit marks. Wood stock shows scattered light scratches and mars. Heel of butt has moderate to heavy flaking of finish and some losses to exposed wood. Estimate: 1200 - 2000

**Perrazi TM1 Single Barrel Trap Shotgun in Case

Lot #145 (Sale Order 144 of 200)

**Perrazi TM1 Single Barrel Trap Shotgun in Case 12 gauge. 34" barrel length. 14.5" length of pull. 1" drop to comb. 1.75" drop to heel. 2.75" chamber length. Full choke. SN: 874. Blued metal finish. Two piece walnut stock has checkering to semi pistol grip and beavertail forearm. Single shot break action hammerless boxlock shotgun with a vented rib, brass bead mid sight, and white bead front sight. Item features single trigger, auto ejector, and a vented rubber recoil pad. Markings include both Perazzi manufacturer markings and Ithaca import markings. Includes an Ithaca labeled travel case with felt interior. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good to very good. Bore is bright. Finish has scattered light scratches and small clusters of oxidation scattered overall. Wood stock shows some scattered light scratches and mars. Recoil pad has wear and discoloration. Case is in fair to good condition, with scattered losses and discoloration to both exterior and interior. Estimate: 1800 - 2200

**Abercrombie & Fitch Retailer Marked Auguste Francotte "The High Gun" .410 SxS Shotgun

Lot #146 (Sale Order 145 of 200)

**Abercrombie & Fitch Retailer Marked Auguste Francotte "The High Gun" .410 SxS Shotgun .410 gauge. 26" tapered round barrels. 15.25" length of pull. 1.75" drop to comb. 2.5" drop to heel. 3" chamber length. Full and modified chokes. SN: 1432. Blued barrels, color casehardened frame, checkered walnut forend and straight checkered wrist butt with serrated horn buttplate. Double barrel box lock shotgun with automatic ejectors, double triggers, and sliding thumb safety on upper wrist. Barrels with matted rib and bead front sight, engraved THE HIGH GUN on the rib. The barrels are additionally engraved AUG. FRANCOTTE MAKER AND PATENTEE/MADE IN BELGIUM on the right barrel and ABERCROMBIE & FITCH Co/SOLE US AGENTS on the left barrel. Water table and bottoms of barrels with the usual assortment of Liege inspector, controller and proof marks, along with the gauge mark 10.4. Matching serial numbers are present on the bottom of the barrels, the water table, inside the forend and on the triggerguard tang. The bottom of the receiver is additionally marked in an arc AUGUSTE FRANCOTTE/LIEGE. The frame is nicely engraved with floral motifs around the pins and screws, as are the screw heads, and the fences and the top lever are stippled. A German silver escutcheon is in the toe line of the stock, which is engraved with the initials R.M. A lovely little double that is certainly light and handy. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Fine. Bores are fine, bright and smooth with some old residue that should mop out easily. Barrels with most of their blued finish with a couple of scattered minor finish nicks and some areas of freckled surface oxidation near the muzzles. The blue on the triggerguard is toning plum. Markings remain clear and crisp. Frame with most of the color casehardening showing some fading and high edge wear resulting in some thinned loss. Engraving remains clear and crisp as well. Mechanically functional action, top lever sits very slightly to the right with the action closed, as it should. Stock with some light handling marks and minor surface scuffs, and some small areas of loss on the horn buttplate. Estimate: 1500 - 2500

**Browning Superposed 20 Gauge Shotgun with 4-Digit Serial Number

Lot #147 (Sale Order 146 of 200)

**Browning Superposed 20 Gauge Shotgun with 4-Digit Serial Number Manufactured 1950 20 gauge. 26.5" barrels. 14.25" length of pull. 1.5" drop to comb. 2.25" drop to heel. 2.75" chambers. Improved cylinder and modified chokes. SN: 2151. Blued metal finish and case hardened trigger. Two piece walnut stock has checkering to round knob semi pistol grip and beavertail forearm. Break action over/under boxlock shotgun with low vent rib and steel bead sights to mid-barrel and front. Item features single trigger, auto ejectors, and barrel selector safety toggle. Frame is engraved with simple floral scroll, rosette hinge pin, and checkmark-swirl borderwork. Made in Belgium. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good to very good. Bores are bright, with light drag lines from powder residue. Finish to barrels is strong with some light scratches, frame finish has some scattered pit marks and finish loss to bottom edges from handling. There is a spot of active oxidation under break lever. Wood stock is in good condition, with some scattered light scratches and mars to bottom edge. Lever is slightly right of center. Estimate: 1500 - 2000

** Parker DHE SxS Shotgun with Titanic Steel Barrels

Lot #148 (Sale Order 147 of 200)

** Parker DHE SxS Shotgun with Titanic Steel Barrels 12 Gauge. 2.625" chamber lengths. 32" barrel length. SN: 234154. Full Choke left bore and Modified right. 14.25" length of pull. 1.5" drop to comb. 1.75" drop to heel. Blued metal finish with casehardened frame and mounting fancy Circassian walnut English style stock with beavertail forend and a factory ventilated barrel rib. Double-barrel hammerless side by side ejector boxlock shotgun with a leather wrapped buttplate. The shotgun mounts a 1 1/2 size frame that is marked PAT'D. OCT. 25. 1910. on the water tables and shows the DH grade marking below the serial number. The tang safety is blued with SAFE engraved into the tang forward of it. The barrel rib mounts twin bead sights with a matted texture pattern along its entire length, displaying an intact border at the muzzle end and silver solder at the rear seam. The rib is stamped PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN CT. U.S.A. TITANIC STEEL within arrows on the rib itself. Further markings on the barrel flats read OVERLOAD/PARKER GUN WORKS/PROVED with the left chamber marked 3 and the right DD3 at the breech. The forend has casehardened metal parts with bordered checkering and the inside flat showing a matching serial number along with the mark PATD. MAY 7. 1901. The frame, triggerguard, tangs, and lever all display Parker style scrollwork and borders surrounding triple vignettes including hunting dogs on the flanks and four pheasants below the frame. Further scrollwork adorns the borders on the forend, and the breech ends of the barrels. Condition: Very Good to Fine. Bores are Minty with a bright blue retained over the barrels showing one abrasion from contact with the forend on the right barrel and some light scratches near the breech. The breech faces show some scorch marks from firing but retain case colors over the water tables. The remaining external frame shows a bright gray patina with fading traces of the casehardening and some tarnish on the tangs. There are spots of brown patina forming on the trigger plate surrounding the triggers, along with traces of brown forming on the lower frame. The forend shows one skip where the peak of a diamond has broken off but otherwise retains a bright polish. Forend shows a crack forming at the edge of the channel for the latch on the inside surface. The buttstock retains sharp details and checkering with a spot of blue-green residue on the right wrist and two small chips at the seam of the right wrist. The leather cover on the butt shows some faint cracks along the outer edges and a spot of black residue on the top of the comb. The barrels lock tightly on face with the latch showing pointing toward the right on lockup. Estimate: 6000 - 10000

**F-Grade Lefever Arms Company SxS Hammerless Shotgun

Lot #149 (Sale Order 148 of 200)

**F-Grade Lefever Arms Company SxS Hammerless Shotgun Circa 1901 12 gauge. 28" barrels. 14.25" length of pull. 1.5" drop to comb. 2.5" drop to heel. About 2.75" chambers. Full and improved cylinder chokes. SN: 37135. Blued metal finish to barrels and triggerguard, with case hardened finish to frame and parts. Two piece walnut stock has checkering to Prince of Wales grip and splinter forearm, with a 1" rubber recoil pad. Break action side by side hammerless shotgun with a solid matte rib and brass bead front sight. Item features double triggers, extractors, cocking indicators, snap forend release, and thumb toggle safety. Engravings include some floral scroll, incised line borders, rosette screws, and sunburst motifs overall to frame and parts. Frame also features game scenes of a long-billed dowitcher to left side and a mallard duck to right side. Markings include LEFEVER ARMS CO. to both sides of frame and patent date marks Patented 1872. / 80. 85. 86. 87. to bottom of frame. Serial number is marked to lower tang, inside of triggerguard, to water table, and under left barrel. Water table and barrels are also marked with serial number, as well as an F marking indicating grade of finish. Barrels are also marked with Krupp fluid steel marks. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property from a Midwest Collection Condition: Very good. Bores are bright, with a small amount of residue toward chambers in both barrels. Finish is strong, with some scattered light scratches and several small pit marks to barrels. Wood stock also shows scattered light scratches and mars, as well as a 1" crack above the left sideplate and some light flaking of varnish around tangs. Recoil pad possibly added at a later date. Action is functional. Estimate: 2000 - 3000

**High Quality B-Grade D.M. Lefever Crossbolt SxS Shotgun with Krupp Barrels

Lot #150 (Sale Order 149 of 200)

**High Quality B-Grade D.M. Lefever Crossbolt SxS Shotgun with Krupp Barrels 12 gauge. 28" barrels. 13.25" length of pull. 1.5" drop to comb. 2.75" drop to heel. Modified and improved cylinder chokes. SN: 1553. Blued metal finish to barrel and triggerguard, with a dark case hardened finish to frame and parts. Two piece figured walnut stock has multi-point checkering to Prince of Wales grip and splinter forearm, as well as checkered side panels with incised lines, floral motifs, and tear drop carvings. Break action side by side hammerless boxlock shotgun with a solid matte rib and brass bead front sight. Item features a single trigger with barrel selector, ejectors, rebounding forend release and safety toggle, and a vented rubber recoil pad. Engravings include neoclassical style borderwork, bank note scroll, floral motifs, rosette screws, tendrils, and sunbursts overall to frame and parts. Frame is also engraved with game scenes including a spaniel to left side, pointer to right side, and a mallard duck to bottom of triggerguard. Markings include D M/LEFEVER/Co./ PAT'D 1902 to bottom of frame, and serial number marked to both lower tang and inside of triggerguard. Barrels are marked KRUPP to top of right barrel, FLUID STEEL to left barrel. Underside of barrels are stamped with serial number as well as Krupp steel marks. Stock is fitted with a brass oval escutcheon to bottom edge, and a carved horn forend insert. Most likely manufactured sometime between 1901 and 1903. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property from a Midwest Collection Condition: Fair to good. Bores are somewhat frosty and show light residue. Finish to barrel has some light thinning toward mid-barrel, along with scattered light scratches and small clusters of pitting overall. Frame finish shows some light scratching. Wood stock shows light scratches, some mars, and small spots of residue. Action is functional but will need work. Break release lever appears to be stuck and does not open the action when pressed. Action can only be opened by removing the screw from right side fence and gently tapping the crossbolt out of place until the lever is freed up. Estimate: 2500 - 4000

**L.C. Smith No. 5 Grade SxS Hammerless Shotgun for Hunter Arms Company

Lot #151 (Sale Order 150 of 200)

**L.C. Smith No. 5 Grade SxS Hammerless Shotgun for Hunter Arms Company Manufactured 1907 12 gauge. 28" barrels. SN: 209035. 14" length of pull. 1.625" drop to comb. 2.5" drop to heel. 2.75" chambers. Improved modified and full chokes. SN: 209035. Blued metal finish to barrels and triggerguard, case hardened finish to frame and parts, gold triggers. Two piece walnut stock has checkering to round knob Prince of Wales grip and splinter forearm. Break action side by side hammerless sidelock shotgun with a brass bead mid-barrel sight, ivory or bone bead front sight, and a matte solid rib. Item features double triggers, ejectors, vented rubber recoil pad, and thumb toggle safety. Stock is fitted with an oval escutcheon that appears to have gold or brass plated at one time. Engravings include floral bouquets, scroll, borderwork, rosette screws, and neoclassical motifs overall to frame and parts. Frame is also engraved with game scene vignettes of two spaniels to left side and two pointers on right side. Barrels feature scroll engravings to both, as well as wheat leaf pattern engraving and a gold inlay to rib. Markings include L.C. SMITH banners to both sides of frame surrounded by scroll, and MADE TO ORDER BY THE HUNTER ARMS CO. FULTON, N.Y. to barrel rib. Water table and bottom of barrels are marked with serial numbers, PAT'D JULY 13.86/PAT'DOCT.5-86 patent marks, and what appears to be a grade marking of 5E. According to the L.C. Smith Collector's Association, 523 No.5 grade hammerless shotguns were manufactured between 1894-1912, with 457 of them being in 12 gauge. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property from a Midwest Collection Condition: Very good as refurbished. Bores are both bright. Finish is strong overall, barrels most likely refurbished at some point as engravings toward chambers appear weak. Stock shows scratches and mars overall. Stock varnish appears heavily applied around wrist and to bottom edge of stock, possibly refurbished at some point as well. Recoil pad shows cracking and discoloration. Action is functional. Estimate: 2000 - 4000

**High Quality D.M. Lefever & Co. Crossbolt SxS Hammerless 12 Gauge with Krupp Steel Barrels

Lot #152 (Sale Order 151 of 200)

**High Quality D.M. Lefever & Co. Crossbolt SxS Hammerless 12 Gauge with Krupp Steel Barrels 12 Gauge. 30" barrel length. 15" length of pull. 1.25" drop to comb. 1.75" drop to heel. 2.5" chamber length. SN: 1774. Full Chokes. Blued metal finish. Attractively figured walnut stock has multi-point and fleur-de-lis style checkering to Prince of Wales grip, wraparound beavertail forearm, and side panels. Break action side by side hammerless shotgun with a solid matte rib, and ivory bead mid-barrel and front sights. Item features extractors, single trigger with barrel selector, crossbolt, and a vented rubber recoil pad. Engravings include bank note-style floral scroll, knotwork bordering, neoclassical floral motifs, and rosette screws overall. Frame also has engraved vignettes depicting canine and fowl scenes including: two spaniels to right side, two pointers to left side, two ruffed grouse to bottom, and a single spaniel to exterior of triggerguard. Stock has an oval shaped brass or gold escutcheon to bottom of grip cap, and a brass or gold shield shaped escutcheon to bottom edge of stock. Markings include arched D-M-LEFEVER & Co/PATENTED marks to bottom of frame between trigger guard and grouse vignette. Lower tang is engraved with serial number 1774 surrounded by scrollwork. Interior of triggerguard is rollmarked with serial number 1774. Both barrels are stamped KRUPP FLUID STEEL and feature dash-dot borderwork to standing breeches, with relief engravings continuing from fences to underside of barrels. Most likely manufactured some point between 1901 and 1906. According to the Lefever Arms Collections Association, serialization for crossbolt models manufactured at the Syracuse, Defiance, or Bowling Green factories began at number "1000" in 1901, and "2174" in 1906. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property from a Midwest Collection Condition: Good to very good. Left bore is bright, right bore is also bright but has streaks of residue throughout. Finish has a mottled appearance overall, with some light losses to finish, scattered smudges, and light scratches. Wood stock is in good condition, with some scattered light scratches and mars overall. Recoil pad shows discoloration, cracking, and some light losses to rubber. Estimate: 2000 - 3000

**F-Grade Lefever Arms Company SxS Hammerless Shotgun with Twist Steel Barrels

Lot #153 (Sale Order 152 of 200)

**F-Grade Lefever Arms Company SxS Hammerless Shotgun with Twist Steel Barrels Manufactured 1902 16 gauge. 28" twist steel barrels. 13.5" length of pull. 1.5" drop to comb. 2.375" drop to heel. 2.5" chamber lengths. Improved cylinder and modified chokes. SN: 40758. Barrels appear to be bare of finish, possibly blued. Frame and parts are case hardened. Two piece walnut stock has four point checkering to Prince of Wales grip and splinter forearm. Break action side by side hammerless sidelock shotgun with a solid matte rib and brass bead front sight. Item features double triggers, ejectors, cocking indicators, snap forend, and thumb toggle safety. Hard rubber buttplate has relief molding showing an intertwined monogram that appears to read GAC. Engravings include simple floral scroll, incised line borders, rosette screws, and starbursts to frame and parts. Frame is also engraved with game scenes including a long-billed dowitcher to left side and a mallard duck to right side. Markings include LEFEVER ARMS CO. stamped to both sides of frame, and Patented 1872/ 78. 80. 85. 86. 87. to bottom of frame. Serial number 40758 is marked to lower tang, under left barrel, and to right side of water table. Barrel and water table are also marked with an F following the serial number, indicating grade of quality and finish. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property from a Midwest Collection Condition: Good to very good. Bores are both bright. Finish is mostly bare, possibly buffed at some point as there are faint abrasions to entire length of barrels. Finish shows some small clusters of pitting and scratching overall. Wood stock shows light scratches and mars. Action is functional, but may need work as left side cocking indicator appears to get stuck and needs pushed back in after firing. Estimate: 2500 - 4000

** E.J. Churchill Hercules Model XXV-Grade 20 Gauge Shotgun with Travel Case and Accessories

Lot #154 (Sale Order 153 of 200)

** E.J. Churchill Hercules Model XXV-Grade 20 Gauge Shotgun with Travel Case and Accessories 20 gauge. 25" barrels. 14.5" length of pull. 1.5" drop to comb. 2" drop to heel. 2.75" chambers. Modified and improved cylinder chokes. SN: 2283. Blued metal finish to barrels and parts, with case hardened finish to frame and forend hardware. Two piece walnut stock has checkering to straight English grip, butt, and splinter forend with Anson release. Break action side by side hammerless boxlock shotgun with a concaved solid matte rib and brass bead front sight. Item features double triggers, ejectors, and a beetle back safety toggle. Engravings include tight English scroll, rosette screws, and floral borderwork overall to frame and parts. Markings include banner engraved E.J. CHURCHILL to both sides of frame. Bottom of frame has arched HERCULES/MODEL/XXV (inlaid in gold)/FINEST QUALITY markings, as well as engraved No. 2283 to tail of triggerguard. Barrels are marked E.J. CHURCHILL (GUN MAKERS) Ltd. to right barrel, and S. AGAR STREET, STRAND. LONDON. W.C.2. to left barrel. Bottoms of barrels are both marked with serial number and British proof marks. Water tables are also marked with serial numbers and {crown}/V proofs. Includes green canvas and leather travel shotgun case with red felt interior, cleaning tools, and bore blanks. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very good. Bores are bright, with light drag lines and some powder residue. Finish is strong overall, with some scattered light scratches. Wood stock has scattered light scratches as well. Case exterior shows fading to green canvas and dark discoloration from leather straps. Interior of case possibly refurbished at some point. Estimate: 5000 - 7000

**Pair of Consecutively Numbered James Purdey & Sons 20 Bore SxS Hammerless Shotguns

Lot #155 (Sale Order 154 of 200)

**A Pair of Consecutively Numbered James Purdey & Sons 20 Bore SxS Hammerless Shotguns Made for the Spanish Marquis de Villabragima, in Original Motor Case with Accessories A pair of consecutively numbered 20 bore side-by-side hammerless shotguns by James Purdey & Sons, completed in June of 1967 for the Spanish noble, Alvaro de Figueroa y FernÃ¡ndez de Liencres (b.1918), the 3rd Marquis de Villabragima. Set includes: 1.) 20 bore. 28" barrels. 14.5" length of pull. 1.375" drop to comb. 2.125" drop to heel. 2.75" chambers. Improved cylinder and 1/2 choke chokes. Cast off. Weight at completion 5 lb. 9.75 oz. SN: 27445. Blued metal finish to barrels and triggerguard, case hardened finish to frame, nitre blued finish to sidelock pins and screws. Two piece walnut cast-off stock has multi-point checkering to straight English grip and splinter forearm, with push button release and carved tear drops to side panels. Break action side by side hammerless sidelock shotgun with a smooth concaved barrel rib and steel bead front sight. Item features double triggers, auto-ejectors, 8-pin sidelock, leather covered recoil pad, and a checkered thumb toggle safety with gold inlaid SAFE. Engravings include tight English style floral bouquets and scrollwork, with floral borderwork, rosette screws, and neoclassical motifs overall to frame and parts. Bottom edge of stock is fitted with a silver oval escutcheon engraved with a {Crown}/V monogram. Markings include matching 1 marks to top of lever and to rib of barrels, as well as J. PURDEY & SONS. to both sides of frame, and an arched J. PURDEY & SONS/LONDON/ENGLAND to bottom of frame. Barrel rib is marked J. PURDEY & SONS. AUDLEY HOUSE. SOUTH AUDLEY STREET. LONDON. ENGLAND. Bottom of barrels show serial numbers marked to both barrels, as well as steel markings, firing proofs, G.W., and PURDEY. Water tables are marked with two {Crown}/GP proofs surrounding a number 1. 2.) 20 bore. 28" barrels. 14.5" length of pull. 1.375" drop to comb. 2.125" drop to heel. 2.75" chambers. Improved cylinder and 1/2 choke chokes. Cast off. Weight at completion 5 lb. 9.75 oz. SN: 27446. Blued metal finish to barrels and triggerguard, case hardened finish to frame, nitre blued finish to sidelock pins and screws. Two piece walnut cast-off stock has multi-point checkering to straight English grip and splinter forearm, with push button release and carved tear drops to side panels. Break action side by side hammerless sidelock shotgun with a smooth concaved barrel rib and steel bead front sight. Item features double triggers, auto-ejectors, 8-pin sidelock, leather covered recoil pad, and a checkered thumb toggle safety with gold inlaid SAFE. Engravings include tight English style floral bouquets and scrollwork, with floral borderwork, rosette screws, and neoclassical motifs overall to frame and parts. Bottom edge of stock is fitted with a silver oval escutcheon engraved with a {Crown}/V monogram. Markings include matching 2 marks to top of lever and to rib of barrels, as well as J. PURDERY & SONS. to both sides of frame, and an arched J. PURDEY & SONS/LONDON/ENGLAND to bottom of frame. Barrel rib is marked J. PURDEY & SONS. AUDLEY HOUSE. SOUTH AUDLEY STREET. LONDON. ENGLAND. Bottom of barrels show serial numbers marked to both barrels, as well as steel markings, firing proofs, G.W., and PURDEY. Water tables are marked with two {Crown}/GP proofs surrounding a number 2. Items are cased in the original James Purdey & Sons brown leather motor case with burgundy felt interior, manufacturer labels, tools, and cleaning accessories. Exterior of case also has {Crown}/V monogram. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very good plus. Both bores are bright and clean. Finish is strong overall. Wood stocks are in great condition. Recoil pad on gun 1 is missing one of the screw plugs. Case is also in good condition. Estimate: 60000 - 100000

W & C. Scott & Son "The Premier Imperial" SxS Hammerless Shotgun

Lot #156 (Sale Order 155 of 200)

W & C. Scott & Son "The Premier Imperial" SxS Hammerless Shotgun Manufactured 1891 12 gauge. 30" barrels. 14.5" length of pull. 1.25" drop to comb. 2.25" drop to heel. 2.75" chambers. Cylinder and improved cylinder choke. SN: 47053. Blued metal finish to barrel and parts, with case hardened frame. Two piece walnut stock has four-point checkering to straight English grip and splinter forearm, with push button forend release. Break action side by side hammerless sidelock shotgun with a solid matte rib, brass bead mid sight, and steel bead front sight. Item features double triggers, 7-pin sidelock with cocking indicators, auto ejectors, and a vented rubber recoil pad with leather cover to butt. Engravings include tight English scroll overall to frame and parts, with rosette screws and chiseled fences with floral reliefs. Bottom of triggerguard is engraved with a gothic style A. Markings include W & C. SCOTT & SON to both sides of frame, as well as circular PATENT EJECTOR/HAMMERLESS marks around left side of hinge pin. Barrel is marked W & C. SCOTT & SON PATENT TRIPLEX LEVER GUN. THE PREMIER IMPERIAL (CASTLE) 10 Gt. CASTLE STREET REGENT CIRCUS LONDON. all to right side barrel. Left barrel is marked SIR JOSEPH WHITWORTH'S FLUID COMPRESSED STEEL. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Fine to very fine. Bores are bright, with light powder residue. Finish to barrels shows scattered light scratches and some sprinkled pit marks, mostly toward chambers. Wood stock has some scattered light scratches and mars to butt. Forearm shows two small hairline cracks, one extending from forend insert and one to bottom of forearm. Lever is slightly left of center. Estimate: 2000 - 3500

**Griffin & Howe .22 Caliber Model 1903 with J. Unertl Scope

Lot #157 (Sale Order 156 of 200)

**Griffin & Howe .22 Caliber Model 1903 with J. Unertl Scope .22 caliber. 26" barrel length. SN: 1560. Blued metal finish with jeweled bolt set in a highly figured walnut semi-pistol grip stock mounting a J. UNERTL scope on a one-piece scope base. Bolt-action repeating rifle fed by an internal magazine. The top of the barrel displays the manufacturer marking No 1560 GRIFFIN & HOWE INC. NEW YORK forward of the scope base. The scope base itself features spiral scroll embellishments along the flanks of the forward ring and the rear mounting socket. Barrel shank is finely matted with border scroll flowing along the flanks. Initials ESP are deep relief engraved on the magazine floorplate and enclosed by spiral scroll borders that transition to sunburst patterns over the screw heads. Silver oval plate is installed in the toe of the stock with a cheek pad molded along the left side. A horn forend cap adorns the stock with both the wrist and forend featuring bordered multipoint checkering with 24 lines per inch. Buttplate is finely checkered with further scroll border along the edges. Item mounts a leather sling of the Model 1907 pattern, and was completed with no iron sighs and a low over bore scope mounting solution. The scope retains its screw-in lens covers and remains functional. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: Very Fine. Bore is Minty with crisp rifling throughout. Metal finish shows some light cycling wear to the internals with the jeweling worn down in places on the safety lug and extractor. Blued finish shows some scattered light scratches and mars. Checkering has some light handling wear with the wood finish overall retaining much of its varnish. The oval plate is tarnished, and the sling shows some scuffs, cracking, and abrasions overall. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

**Griffin & Howe Model 1903 with Carl Zeiss Jena Scope on Side Mount

Lot #158 (Sale Order 157 of 200)

**Griffin & Howe Model 1903 with Carl Zeiss Jena Scope on Side Mount .30-06. 24" barrel length. SN: 941. Blued metal finish with jeweled bolt, highly figured walnut semi-pistol grip stock, and engraved metal work. Bolt action internal magazine fed repeating rifle that features Griffin & Howe's side-mounted scope base marked GRIFFIN & HOWE/PAT. APPL. FOR within a fine spiral scroll border on its upper surface. Both scope rings feature similar engraving and secure a CARL ZEISS/JENA/Zielklein scope with serial number 56055. Further spiral scrollwork adorns the left flank of the scope mount and base. Top of the barrel features the maker marking No 941 GRIFFIN & HOWE, INC. NEW YORK. The iron sights are usable beneath the optic, and consist of a matted rear notch sight with three folding notches paired with a fully hooded front blade on a matted front ramp. The barrel surrounding the front sight base features border scrollwork followed by a flowing floral motif. All stock screws feature sunburst engraving with the reinforcement screw on the forend showing a sunflower motif. The magazine floorplate features the initials ESP engraved in high relief and enclosed with floral border scrollwork within diamond patterns. Schnabel forend mounts a horn cap, and both the wrist and forend feature bordered multipoint checkering with 24 lines per inch. Wood furniture shows a varnished finish overall. A cheek pad is molded into the left side of the butt, and a silver oval plate appears on the toe of the stock. The trapdoor buttplate features deep ports for cleaning equipment with fine checkering overall within decorative scrollwork. Rifle mounts a GRIFFIN & HOWE INC/NEW YORK marked leather sling patterned after the Model 1907 type suspended from engraved sling swivels. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: Fine. Bore is Minty with sharp rifling throughout. Metal finish shows some cycling wear to the internals with operating abrasion to the exterior of the extractor. Blued finish shows some scattered light scratches. Oval plate is tarnished. The wood stock displays handling wear and some skips to the wrist and forend. Varnished finish thinning on the wrist and forend. Scope remains functional. The scope finish shows edgewear overall with some scuffs and mars. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

**Holland & Holland 12 Bore Royal Hammerless Ejector Seven Pin Sidelock with Case

Lot #159 (Sale Order 158 of 200)

**Holland & Holland 12 Bore Royal Hammerless Ejector Seven Pin Sidelock with Case 12 bore. 30" barrels. 14.25" length of pull. 1.25" drop to comb. 2" drop to heel. 2.75" chamber lengths. Modified and improved modified chokes. SN: 25608. Blued metal finish to barrels, triggerguard, and break lever. Frame is case hardened. Two piece English walnut stock has four point checkering to straight grip and splinter forearm, with tear drop points on both sides. Break action side by side sidelock shotgun with a solid rib and ivory bead mid and front barrel sights. Item features double triggers, ejectors, and an orange rubber recoil pad with 0.5" spacer. Stock has an oval fixture to bottom edge that appears to be gold. Frame is heavily engraved with German and bank note style scroll, with foliate and fretwork borders surrounding HOLLAND & HOLLAND markings. Triggerguard, tangs, forearm hardware, and top lever all have similar foliate engravings. Screws and hinge pins are all engraved with rosettes. Fences have neoclassical foliate style engravings as well. Barrels show border engravings to throats and there is foliate scroll to rib. Watertables are marked with serial number and {crown}/V proofs. Barrels are marked HOLLAND & HOLLAND on right barrel and 98 NEW BOND STREET, LONDON on left side. Bottom of frame is marked ROYAL/HAMMERLESS/EJECTOR. Includes a brown leather case with maroon felt interior and oiler. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very good. Bores are both bright. Barrels possibly lightly refurbished as engravings to rib appear slightly weak compared to frame engravings. Finish is strong overall, with some of case hardened finish having worn away. Wood stock has a small 0.25" hairline crack to right side behind sideplate, and a small loss to right side of forearm near release latch. Stock has a few light scratches. Estimate: 8000 - 12000

**U.S. Springfield Model 1903 Schuetzen Type Target Rifle

Lot #160 (Sale Order 159 of 200)

**U.S. Springfield Model 1903 Schuetzen Type Target Rifle .30-06. 30" barrel length. SN: 1266212. Blued metal finish with polished bolt, half-length handguard, Schuetzen pattern butt and palm rest, and heavy barrel. Bolt action single shot target rifle mounting a Lyman No. 48C receiver sight and a Winchester globe aperture front sight. Item features a headless firing pin, and a hand-fitted Schnabel forend attached to the original forend with cutout for the triggerguard and fingers. The receiver is marked U.S./SPRINGFIELD/ARMORY/MODEL 1903, and mounts block sight bases for Winchester and Lyman telescopic sights. The rifle displays features typical of the Model 1930 Heavy Barrel Target versions of the Springfield rifle. Aluminum Swiss-style buttplate is secured with five screws, and the forend extension is attached through the magazine cutout, rendering the rifle single shot. Stock shows front and rear reinforcing bolts with pointed panes to either side of the wrist. Semi-pistol grip cap is secured with a brass washer and bolt. Rifles of this pattern were produced by Springfield Armory and were available both to military rifle teams in the United States, and could be sold through the Civilian Marksmanship Program. As competition firearms, they were subject to extensive modification, including conversions to single-shot rifles featuring a palm rest and Schuetzen type stock, such as this example. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very Good. Bore is Very Bright with sharp rifling throughout. Blued metal finish is thinning on the barrel bands and receiver with some light scratches on the barrel and a mottled gray to brown patina forming on the polished bolt. Wood furniture shows some light indentations and mars overall, along with some scuffs and chips to the seam of the semi-pistol grip. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

**High Quality B-Grade Lefever Arms Company SxS Hammerless "Pigeon Gun" with Krupp Barrels

Lot #161 (Sale Order 160 of 200)

**High Quality B-Grade Lefever Arms Company SxS Hammerless "Pigeon Gun" with Krupp Barrels Circa 1907 12 gauge. 30" barrels. 14" length of pull. 1.5" drop to comb. 2.25" drop to heel. 2.75" chambers. Full and modified chokes. SN: 58538. Blued metal finish to barrels and triggerguard, with bare finish to frame and parts, possibly case hardened at some point. Two piece walnut stock has multi-point checkering to straight grip and beavertail forearm, with carved tear drops to side panels, checkered butt, clamshell forend release, and a copper oval escutcheon engraved with initials DLG to bottom edge. Break action side by side hammerless sidelock shotgun with a solid matte rib and ivory bead sights to mid-barrel and front. Item features double triggers, ejectors, and thumb toggle barrel selector. Engravings include tight bank note scroll, chain link borderwork, rosette screws, and neoclassical floral motifs overall to frame and parts. Frame also features double game scene vignettes to both sides including two pointers and a marshland bird to left side, two spaniels and a duck to right side, and two ducks to bottom of frame. Fences are arcaded and have daisy flower relief engravings. Markings include LEFEVER ARMS CO banners in relief to both sides of frame, and PAT/1872./88-94/1902 to bottom of frame. Barrels are marked LEFEVER ARMS CO./KRUPP to right side and STEEL./SYRACUSE/NY. U.S.A. to left side. Bottom of barrels show Krupp steel markings and serial number. Serial number is also marked to lower tang and to water table, along with a B on water table indicating the grade of finish. According to the Lefever Arms Collector's Association, post-1905 hammerless shotguns finished with B-Grade details and a straight grip stock were called a "Pigeon Gun." This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property from a Midwest Collection Condition: Very good as refurbished. Bores are bright, with residue toward chambers. Finish on barrels most likely reapplied at some point, with all markings having a weak and faint smeared appearance and a few scattered light scratches. Frame finish is mostly bare of any finish, showing scattered light scratches, residue, and some pit marks. Wood stock has scattered light scratches and mars. There is a small 0.25" crack/loss behind frame on right side next to break lever. Butt shows some wear to heel. Action is functional. Estimate: 13000 - 20000

**High Quality C-Grade Lefever Arms Company SxS Hammerless with Damascus Steel Barrels

Lot #162 (Sale Order 161 of 200)

**High Quality C-Grade Lefever Arms Company SxS Hammerless with Damascus Steel Barrels Circa 1905 12 gauge. 30" barrels. 13.75" length of pull. 1.75" drop to comb. 3" drop to heel. Full and improved modified chokes. SN: 51210. Damascus barrels with little finish remaining and a light brown patina, most likely blued, possibly buffed at some point. Two piece figured walnut stock has fancy multi-point checkering to Prince of Wales grip and splinter forearm, with arrow shaped horn inlays to both side panels. Break action side by side sidelock shotgun with a solid matte rib and steel bead front sight. Item features double triggers, cocking indicators, clamshell forearm release, ejectors, and thumb toggle safety. Stock is fitted with a horn grip cap, hard rubber buttplate, and silver oval escutcheon to bottom edge of stock. Engravings include chain link and neoclassical style borderwork, bank note floral scroll, and rosette screws overall to frame and parts. Frame is also engraved with game scene vignettes of two pointers on left side, two spaniels on right side, and two ducks to bottom of triggerguard. Markings include LEFEVER/ARMS Co. to both sides of frame, and PATENTED/1872-88-90-94-1907 to bottom of frame. Barrels are marked LEFEVER ARMS CO./DAMASCUS to right barrel, and STEEL./SYRACUSE. N.Y. U.S.A. to left barrel. Serial number is marked to lower tang. Water tables are marked with serial number and a C, indicating the grade of quality and finish. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property from a Midwest Collection Condition: Good to very good. Bores are both bright and clean. Finish to barrels is mostly bare, with a few small pit clusters near chambers. Barrels possibly buffed at some point as some of the barrel markings are slightly weak and there are faint abrasions to most of barrel, likely from polishing. Wood stock is in good condition, with some scattered light scratches and mars. Forearm has a slight wiggle. Release lever is slightly right of center. Action is functional. Estimate: 2000 - 3000

*Pair of Vincenzo Bernardelli "Holland V.B. Inciso" 12 Gauge SxS Shotguns

Lot #163 (Sale Order 162 of 200)

*Pair of Vincenzo Bernardelli "Holland V.B. Inciso" 12 Gauge SxS Shotguns Pair of Vincenzo Bernardelli "Holland V.B. Inciso" 12 gauge side by side shotguns including: 1.) 12 gauge. 27.5" barrels. 14.5" length of pull. 1.5" drop to comb. 2.25" drop to heel. 3" chambers. Full and improved modified chokes. SN: 1059. Blued metal finish to barrel and parts, with coin silver finish to frame. Two piece figured walnut stock has four-point checkering to straight grip and splinter forearm, with horn teardrop inlays to both side panels. Break action side by side hammerless sidelock shotgun with a solid matte rib and brass bead front sight. Item features double triggers, auto ejectors, 8-pin Purdey sidelocks with cocking indicators, Anson forend release, and a solid orange rubber recoil pad. Forearm is fitted with a brass shield shaped escutcheon. Engravings include tight scroll surrounding floral and ribbon bouquets, rosette screws, and fish fin borders overall to frame and parts. Markings include arched V. BERNARDELLI GARDONE V.T. to bottom of frame. Barrels are marked ACCIAIO - SPECIALE - EXTRA to top of right barrel, V. BERNARDELLI - GARDONE - V.T. to top of left barrel, and MADE - IN - ITALY to side of left barrel. Water tables are marked with serial number and Italian proofs, barrel flats are also marked with serial number, Italian proofs, and date code XIX (1971). 2.) 12 gauge. 28" barrels. 14.5" length of pull. 1.25" drop to comb. 1.625" drop to heel. 2.75" chambers. Full and improved modified chokes. SN: 3490. Blued metal finish to barrel and parts, with coin silver finish to frame. Two piece figured walnut stock has four-point checkering to straight grip, butt, and splinter forearm. Break action side by side hammerless sidelock shotgun with a solid matte rib and brass bead front sight. Item features double triggers, auto ejectors, 8-pin Purdey sidelocks with cocking indicators, and an Anson forend release. Engravings include tight scroll surrounding floral and ribbon bouquets, rosette screws, and fish fin borders overall to frame and parts. Markings include arched V. BERNARDELLI GARDONE V.T. to bottom of frame. Barrels are marked in script Made in Italy to right barrel, and V. Bernardelli s.p.a. Gardone V.T. to left side barrel. Water tables are marked with serial number and Italian proofs, barrel flats are also marked with serial number, Italian proofs, and date code AM (1997). Included with items is an aftermarket Americase with green felt interior. Items were manufactured in 1971 and 1997 respectively, according to Italian date codes marked on bottoms of barrels. Item 1 (manufactured in 1971) has same grade of engravings, but is of better quality finish than Item 2 (Manufactured 1997). This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: 1.) Very good. Bores are bright. Finish is strong, with some scattered light scratches, faint thinning around manufacturer marks on barrel, and light loss to bottom of barrel from removing and reattaching forearm. 2.) Very good. Bores are bright. Finish is strong, with some light scratches. Markings appear very slightly weak on barrel, possibly from light polishing or refurbish. Wood stock is in good condition. Estimate: 10000 - 15000

*Sabatti Classic Safari Model Rifle in .45-70 with Case and Accessories

Lot #164 (Sale Order 163 of 200)

*Sabatti Classic Safari Model Rifle in .45-70 with Case and Accessories .45-70 Government. 23.625" barrels. SN: CAB0225. Blued metal finish to barrels, with satin steel finish to frame and parts. Two piece figured walnut stock has fine hand checkering to semi pistol grip and beavertail forearm, with carved cheek rest. Break action side by side hammerless boxlock rifle with a solid matte rib, adjustable green filament notch rear sight, and blade front sight with red filament. Item features double triggers, extractors, double sling studs, and a rubber recoil pad. Engravings include oakleaf and acorns, neoclassical scroll, cross-hatched details, and stippling overall to frame and parts. Fences are arcaded and feature three festoons relief engraved to both. Bottom of frame is engraved with a game scene of an elk bull bugling amongst mountains and foliage. Tail of break lever is chiseled in the form of a grotesque beast, possibly a canine. Includes original Sabatti hard case with green felt interior, as well as firearm paperwork, tuning test, and what appears to be a scope rail attachment still sealed in plastic. Condition: Very good plus. Bores are both bright. Finish is strong overall to barrels and frame. Wood stock has a few very light scratches. Case is in good condition. Estimate: 2500 - 3500

*Barrett M82A1 .50 BMG Rifle in Hard Case

Lot #165 (Sale Order 164 of 200)

*Barrett M82A1 .50 BMG Rifle in Hard Case .50 BMG. 29" barrel length. SN: 7541. Parkerized metal finish overall with matte finished bolt mounting rubber recoil pad and SWAROVSKI 6-24x50 HABICHT scope. Short-recoil operated rotating bolt semi-automatic anti-materiel rifle fed by detachable box magazines. Left receiver is marked BEFORE HANDLING RIFLE READ MANUAL FROM:/BARRETT MANUFACTURING INC./MURFREESBORO, TN. U.S.A. followed by CAL. .50/MODEL 82A1/SER. 7541/PAT. 4677897. Rifle mounts a folding and adjustable bipod. Comes in a black synthetic PELICAN hard case with one magazine, package containing BARRETT .50 CALIBER CLEANING SYSTEM, and the owner's manual with inserts. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: Excellent. Bore is dirty with some firing residues that should clean to Minty with sharp rifling. Metal finish shows some oil residue, and some light firing residues to the brake and bolt. Some light assembly abrasions on the edges of the lower. Case shows some scuffs and scratches to the exterior with all items inside in Excellent condition. Estimate: 5000 - 8000

*Beretta SS06 Express Custom Sidelock Double Rifle in .458 Win. Mag. with Case

Lot #166 (Sale Order 165 of 200)

*Beretta SS06 Express Custom Sidelock Double Rifle in .458 Win. Mag. with Case .458 Winchester Magnum. 24.5" over/under barrels. SN: C11351B. Blued metal finish to barrels, and attractive case hardened finish to frame and parts. Highly figured walnut stock has checkering to semi pistol grip and beavertail forearm, with carved cheek rest to left side. Break action over/under sidelock rifle with with a solid matte rib, two leaf notch rear express sight, and blade front sight. Item features double triggers, ejectors, double sling swivel studs, and a rubber recoil pad. Item also has trapdoor 3-slot internal cartridge holder to bottom edge of stock, and a trapdoor steel grip cap containing an additional sight. Engravings include simple scroll borderwork, stippling, and rosette screws to frame and parts. Included with item is the original hard case. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: Very good plus. Bores are both bright. Finish is strong overall, with a few scattered light scratches. Wood stock is in good condition, with a few scattered light scratches. Recoil pad has some discoloration. Case is in fair condition as interior cloth and padding is starting to deteriorate. Estimate: 10000 - 14000

*Robar Industries RC 50 .50 BMG Rifle in Box

Lot #167 (Sale Order 166 of 200)

*Robar Industries RC 50 .50 BMG Rifle in Box .50 BMG. 33" barrel length (including brake). SN: RC-1256. Black Nitron finish overall with matte stainless bolt and black synthetic stock with rubber Decelerator recoil pad. Bolt-action repeating rifle fed by detachable box magazines and mounting a LEUPOLD/MARK 4/M1-16X scope. Item shows the modest markings typical of Robar's products, consisting of ROBAR PHOENIZ, AZ USA on the left receiver and .50 BMG to the barrel. Stock features rough grip texturing to the wrist and forend with a matte finish overall, and a bipod lug to the forend. Comes in a black PELICAN hard case with three magazines, bipod sealed in bubble wrap, cleaning rod, and the owner's manual. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: As New in Box. Bore is Minty with sharp rifling throughout. Metal finish shows a clean bolt head with faint scratches to one locking lug. Stock is without handling mars or wear. All items in case are As New, with the hard case showing some light scuffs to the exterior. Estimate: 4000 - 6000

*Browning Lightning Shotgun Four Barrel Set Including: 12, 20, 28, and .410 Gauge

Lot #168 (Sale Order 167 of 200)

*Browning Lightning Shotgun Four Barrel Set Including: 12, 20, 28, and .410 Gauge 28" Barrels. SN: 23782S73 (mfg. ca.1973). Blue metal finish and gold trigger. Two piece walnut stock has checkering to semi pistol grip and beavertail forearm. Break action over/under boxlock shotgun with a four barrel set that includes 12, 20, 28, and .410 gauge over/under barrels with low vent ribs and steel bead front sights. Barrels all feature auto ejectors, 2.75" chambers, and **$ skeet chokes. Item also features a single selective trigger, thumb toggle safety/barrel selector, and a vented rubber recoil pad. All barrels are marked as being MADE IN BELGIUM and have matching serial numbers. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: Very good plus. Bores are all clean. Finishes of barrels are all strong, with some scattered light scratches. Wood stock shows some scattered light scratches and mars. Forearm of stock has loss to wood on right side, and a 3" splinter crack to left side. Losses and cracking are most likely due to removing and putting forearm back on incorrectly. Case is in good condition. Estimate: 2000 - 3000

*Westley Richards "Gold Name" 20 Gauge SxS Shotgun in Original Case

Lot #169 (Sale Order 168 of 200)

*Westley Richards "Gold Name" 20 Gauge SxS Shotgun in Original Case 20 gauge. 27" barrels. 14.25" length of pull. 1.5" drop to comb. 2" drop to heel. 2.75" chamber length. Full and cylinder chokes. SN: GN121. Blued metal finish to barrels, with case hardened finish and gold accented lettering to frame. Two piece English walnut stock has multi-point checkering to straight grip and beavertail forearm. Break action side by side boxlock shotgun with a solid matte rib and steel bead front sight. Item features double triggers, ejectors, checkered wood butt, and a silver escutcheon fitted to bottom edge. Boxlock has scalloping to rear of frame, and gold accented WESTLEY RICHARDS marks to both sides. Engravings include only simple border work around throats of barrels. Barrels are marked WESTLEY RICHARDS & Co. Ltd. to right side and BIRMINGHAM ENGLAND. Comes with Westley Richards labeled green canvas and leather hard case with maroon felt interior and oiler. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very good, possibly restored professionally. Bores are bright and clean. Finish is strong overall, with few light scratches. Wood stock is in good condition with only few light scratches and mars. Case shows faded discoloration to exterior, with scratches and light losses to leather. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

*Zoli & F.lli Rizzini 28 Gauge SxS for Abercrombie & Fitch with Case and Accessories

Lot #170 (Sale Order 169 of 200)

*Zoli & F.lli Rizzini 28 Gauge SxS for Abercrombie & Fitch with Case and Accessories 28 gauge. 26" barrels. 14.25" length of pull. 1.375" drop to comb. 2.25" drop to heel. 2.75" chambers. Modified and improved cylinder chokes. SN: 5373. Blued metal finish to barrels and parts, with case hardened finish to frame. Figured walnut stock has checkering to semi pistol grip, beavertail forearm, and butt. Break action side by side hammerless boxlock shotgun with a solid matte rib and brass bead front sight. Item features double triggers, extractors, and Anson forearm release. engravings include simple punch dot borderwork and rosette screws. Markings include -ABERCROMBIE & FITCH-/-MADE-IN-ITALY- to left barrel. Both barrels are marked with Zoli & F.lli Rizzini manufacturer marks, Italian proofs, and Italian date code XXIV (1981). Included with item is a green canvas and leather travel case with red felt interior and cleaning supplies. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very good. Bores are bright, with light powder residue and drag lines. Finish is strong overall, with a loss to finish on bottom of right barrel. Wood stock is in good condition, with faint water spots to face of butt. Case has some undulating discoloration most likely due to getting wet at some point, along with faded appearance overall. Leather shows some light losses and cracking. Estimate: 3000 - 4000

*Custom Remington Model Seven Three Barrel Takedown Set

Lot #171 (Sale Order 170 of 200)

*Custom Remington Model Seven Three Barrel Takedown Set SN: 7602235. Parkerized metal finish. Figured walnut stock has fleur-de-lis checkering to semi pistol grip and forearm, with carved cheek rest and a skeleton steel grip cap with checkering to wood. Custom bolt action takedown rifle with a scope rail to receiver, internal box magazine, and solid rubber recoil pad. Item features a custom three barrel set made by an unidentified gunsmith including: Condition: 1.) .243 Winchester. 18.25" barrel length. Parkerized metal finish. Walnut forearm has fleur-de-lis checkering, single sling stud, and takedown release. Features an adjustable notch rear sight and blade front sight. Barrel has Remington manufacturer marks. 2.) Possibly .223 Remington. 22.5" barrel length. Parkerized metal finish. Walnut forearm has fleur-de-lis checkering, single sling stud, and takedown release. Barrel has no sights and is unmarked. Barrel casting was not done, consult with a gunsmith before attempting to chamber loads. 3.) Possibly .308 Winchester. 18.5" barrel length. Parkerized metal finish. Walnut forearm has fleur-de-lis checkering, single sling stud, and takedown release. Barrel has no sights and is unmarked. Barrel casting was not done, consult with a gunsmith before attempting to chamber loads. Set includes a metal travel case with blue felt interior, and a Leupold Vari-X III 2.5-8x36mm scope. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Very good. All bores of barrels are bright and clean. Wood stocks of receiver and barrels are in good condition, with few light scratches from handling. Action will need work, bolt appears to be stuck and will not open. Estimate: 2000 - 3000

*CZ BRNO Arms Mod. ZKK-602 with Swarovski Habicht 4x32mm Nova Scope

Lot #172 (Sale Order 171 of 200)

*CZ BRNO Arms Mod. ZKK-602 with Swarovski Habicht 4x32mm Nova Scope .375 H&H Magnum. 25.2" round barrel. SN: 11246. Blued finish, Monte Carlo stock with checkered wrist, rubber recoil pad and checkered forend with contrasting tip. Bolt action fixed magazine fed rifle with three-leaf express rear sight, ramped hooded front sight blade and sling swivels in the stock toe and under the barrel forward of the forend. Chamber marked with the CZ logo over TRADEMARK/BRNO ARMS/MOD./ZKK-602. These markings are concealed by the scope mount. The barrel is marked with the caliber. The rifle is mounted with a Swarovski Habicht 4x32mm Nova Scope with see-through scope covers. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: About fine. Bore fine and bright with some minor frosting and crisp rifling. Metal with most of the blued finish. Rifle cycles correctly by hand. Stock with scattered handling marks, scuffs and surface scratches. Scope with clear optics. Estimate: 1000 - 1500

*Dakota Arms Model 76 in .458 Win. Mag with Leupold Scope

Lot #173 (Sale Order 172 of 200)

*Dakota Arms Model 76 in .458 Win. Mag with Leupold Scope .458 Winchester Magnum. 24" barrel length. SN: 1460. Parkerized metal finish with jeweled bolt. XXX-grade walnut Monte Carlo stock has checkering to semi pistol grip ad forearm. Bolt action rifle with adjustable folding notch rear sight, hooded blade front sight, and a Leupold LPS 1.5-6x42mm scope. Item features an internal box magazine, double sling studs, rubber recoil pad, and Butler Creek scope covers. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: Very good plus. Bore is bright. Finish is strong overall, with a few small light scratches. Wood stock also only has a few scattered light scratches and mars. Estimate: 2000 - 4000

*1 of 2 Consecutively Numbered Colt Custom Shop Engraved Series 70 Gold Cup National Match Pistol in

Lot #174 (Sale Order 173 of 200)

*1 of 2 Consecutively Numbered Colt Custom Shop Engraved Series 70 Gold Cup National Match Pistol in Factory Box .45 ACP. 5" barrel. SN: 70N47957 (mfg. ca.1977). Blued finish, bright barrel, checkered wood grips with gold finished Rampant Colt medallions. Single action semi-automatic tilting barrel design magazine fed pistol with grip and thumb safeties, Elliason adjustable rear sight and semi-Patridge front sight blade. Left side of slide marked COLT'S MKIV SERIES 70/GOLD CUP NATIONAL MATCH/.45 AUTOMATIC CALIBER and with the {Rampant Colt} logo. Right side of slide marked GOLD CUP/NATIONAL MATCH. Colt address and serial number on frame. Pistol is enhanced with tasteful engraving with flowing Arabesque scrolls with punch dot highlights on the slide behind and in front of the cocking serrations and at the muzzle. The frame is engraved along the forward portion of the dust cover and in front of and behind the upper portion of the grip panel. The pistol is contained in a Colt factory box with a fitted orange velvet lined interior. A single magazine is included. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good. Bore very good, mostly bright with strong rifling and some patches of moderate oxidation near the muzzle. Much of the blue remains intact, although the gun has been a victim of poor storage with scattered patches of surface rust present and some areas of metal erosion and surface roughness, in particular near the muzzle on the left side of the slide. A thorough cleaning will likely improve the gun somewhat, with a sonic bath likely helping. Mechanically functional action. Grips with some light wear. Box fair to good and moderate worn with damage and mold and mildew on the interior. Estimate: 1500 - 2500

*2 of 2 Consecutively Numbered Colt Custom Shop Engraved Gold Cup National Match Pistol in Factory B

Lot #175 (Sale Order 174 of 200)

*2 of 2 Consecutively Numbered Colt Custom Shop Engraved Gold Cup National Match Pistol in Factory Box .45 ACP. 5" barrel. SN: 70N47958 (mfg. ca.1977). Blued finish, bright barrel, checkered wood grips with gold finished Rampant Colt medallions. Single action semi-automatic tilting barrel design magazine fed pistol with grip and thumb safeties, Elliason adjustable rear sight and semi-Patridge front sight blade. Left side of slide marked COLT'S MKIV SERIES 70/GOLD CUP NATIONAL MATCH/.45 AUTOMATIC CALIBER and with the {Rampant Colt} logo. Right side of slide marked GOLD CUP/NATIONAL MATCH. Colt address and serial number on frame. Pistol is enhanced with tasteful engraving with flowing Arabesque scrolls with punch dot highlights on the slide behind and in front of the cocking serrations and at the muzzle. The frame is engraved along the forward portion of the dust cover and in front of and behind the upper portion of the grip panel. The pistol is contained in a Colt factory box with a fitted orange velvet lined interior. A single magazine is included. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good. Bore very good, mostly bright with strong rifling and some patches of moderate oxidation near the muzzle. Much of the blue remains intact, although the gun has been a victim of poor storage with scattered patches of surface rust present and some areas of metal erosion and surface roughness. A thorough cleaning will likely improve the gun significantly, with a sonic bath likely doing wonders. Mechanically functional action. Grips with some light wear. Box fair to good and moderate worn with damage and mold and mildew on the interior. Estimate: 1500 - 2000

*Colt Python Revolver in the Factory Box

Lot #176 (Sale Order 175 of 200)

*Colt Python Revolver in the Factory Box .357 Magnum. 6" barrel length. SN: E78690. Blued metal finish with polished hammer flanks mounting full length vented barrel rib and polished COLT medallion checkered walnut grips. Double action hand ejector six-shot revolver mounting adjustable rear notch and pinned matted front ramp sights. The model marking on the left barrel reads PYTHON 357/357 MAGNUM CTG. along with the {Rampant Colt} logo on the sideplate and VP monogram proof marking to the left triggerguard. Right barrel displays the standard single-line marking reading COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD. CONN. U.S.A. Item comes in its original COLT marked wood print pattern cardboard box with foam liner, warranty card and multitool. Condition: Very Good. Bore is Bright with some firing residues that should clean to Very Bright or better with sharp rifling throughout. Blued finish shows some abrasions at the right side of the front sight and muzzle, scratch to left crane, and a continuous drag line. Some brown patinated streaks forming to the polished hammer flanks. Grips show some light mars along the butt. Box has some tears to the corners and flaking at edges. Action shows good timing. Estimate: 2500 - 3000

*Engraved 1974 Production Colt Python Revolver

Lot #177 (Sale Order 176 of 200)

*Engraved 1974 Production Colt Python Revolver .357 Magnum. 6" ventilated rib barrel. SN: E62014 (Mfg. ca.1974). Nickel finish, matted top strap and barrel rib, checkered hardwood target grips with gold Rampant Colt medallions. Double action revolver with six-chambered fluted cylinder with checkered target hammer, grooved trigger face, adjustable notch rear sight and pinned serrated ramped front sight. Revolver is roll marked PYTHON .357/*.357 Magnum CTG.* in two lines on the left side of the barrel and COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A. in a single line on the right side. Matching serial numbers inside frame cut out and on crane, with the left side of the grip frame marked 014 and INS. The revolver is covered in what appears to be Class D factory engraving of the English scroll type with flowing open Arabesque foliate themes. A really lovely engraved Python that shows little if any use. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very fine. Bore fine, bright and crisp with excellent rifling. Metal retains essentially all of the nickel finish with only the most minor and barely noticeable thinning or wear and only hints of a turn line on the cylinder. All markings and engraving are extremely crisp and sharp. Action is crisp and functions as it should with tight indexing and lock up. Grips with some very light handling marks. Estimate: 5000 - 8000

*Colt Python Elite Revolver in Box with Accessories

Lot #178 (Sale Order 177 of 200)

*Colt Python Elite Revolver in Box with Accessories .357 Magnum. 4" barrel length. SN: PN14493. Blued metal finish with polished hammer flanks mounting polished walnut Colt medallion grips. Double action hand ejector six-shot revolver featuring a full length vented barrel rib and underlug. Sights consist of adjustable target rear notch and matted red plastic insert front ramp sight. The left barrel displays the PYTHON ELITE/.357 MAGNUM CTG. model marking on the left side with Colt's single line address on the right reading COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD. CONN. U.S.A. The left frame has been struck with the {Rampant Colt} logo and Colt's VP monogram proof marking. Comes in its original COLT marked blue plastic hard case with the owner's manual, warranty card, and guide to Colt repair service stations. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: Excellent. Bore is Minty with sharp rifling throughout. Blued finish shows a light drag line to the cylinder, and some lubricant residues to the upper frame. The flanks of the hammer retain their polished sheen. Grips have some slight deformations to the screw, and some flaking near the screw port. Some further light mars on the edges of the butt. Action exhibits good timing with a tight lockup. Estimate: 2500 - 3500

*2nd Generation Colt Single Action Army in Box

Lot #179 (Sale Order 178 of 200)

*2nd Generation Colt Single Action Army in Box .44 Special. 4.75" barrel length. SN: SA35151. Nickel plated finish overall with black synthetic {Eagle} pattern grips. Single action loading gate revolver with six-shot cylinder and spring loaded ejector rod assembly. Item features topstrap notch and front blade sights. Markings include the two-line patent mark and {Rampant Colt} to the left frame, and a model marking on the left barrel that reads COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .44 SPECIAL. Left triggerguard features Colt's VP monogram proof marking. Serial number on the cylinder matches that of the frame. Comes in a blue plastic COLT marked hard case. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: Very Good. Bore is Bright with sharp rifling throughout and a brown patina through the bore and all six chambers. Nickel finish shows some scattered light scratches overall, particularly along the flanks of the barrel and frame. Some scratches to the left side of the front sight. Finish has worn down on the forward gripstrap. Cylinder shows a light drag line. Grips retain fine details. Action displays good timing. Case shows some light scratches. Estimate: 1200 - 1600

*Colt Anaconda

Lot #180 (Sale Order 179 of 200)

*Colt Anaconda .44 Magnum. 6" barrel length. SN: MM09597. Brushed stainless steel finish with matte hammer and trigger, and mounting Colt medallion black rubber grips. Double action hand ejector six-shot revolver with full length vented barrel rib and underlug. Sights consist of a fully adjustable target rear and red painted front blade. The left barrel sports the model marking COLT ANACONDA/44 MAGNUM with the right marked DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER/COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO., HARTFORD. CONN. U.S.A. Further marks include the {Rampant Colt} logo and monogram VP proof on the left frame. Item comes in a COLT marked blue plastic hard case with the owner's manual. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: Very Good. Bore is Very Bright with sharp rifling throughout. The overall metal finish shows some scattered light scratches with some dulled spots on the flanks of the frame. Cylinder shows two continuous turn rings. The grips retain their fine details but show signs of hardening. Case has some light scuffs and abrasions overall. Action of the revolver exhibits good timing with some wiggle to the lockup. Estimate: 1000 - 1500

*Consecutively Numbered Pair of Ivory Gripped Colt Single Action Army Revolvers with Black Powder Fr

Lot #181 (Sale Order 180 of 200)

*Consecutively Numbered Pair of Ivory Gripped Colt Single Action Army Revolvers with Black Powder Frames and Bullseye Ejectors in Boxes 1.) .45 Long Colt. 4.75" barrel length. SN: SA67921. Casehardened frame with balance of parts blued, polished hammer flanks, and two-piece Colt medallion ivory grips with screw. Single-action loading gate revolver with six-shot cylinder. Item features a black powder pattern frame with screw-retained cylinder pin, and bullseye ejector rod head. Markings include three-line patent to the left frame, COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45 to the left barrel, and COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A. in a single line atop the barrel. Comes in a matching cardboard box with the owner's manual and inserts. 2.) .45 Long Colt. 4.75" barrel length. SN: SA67922. Item is finished exactly as above and shows similar markings, in addition to its consecutive serial number. Comes in its original COLT marked wood grain cardboard box with the owner's manual, ad inserts, and Colt's letter of congratulations. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: 1.) As New in Box. Bore is lined with grease, and should clean to Minty with sharp rifling. Metal finish shows no turn ring on the cylinder with a light scratch to the left frame behind the patent mark. Grips retain a bright polish with some scattered light scratches. Box shows scuffs, mars, and some crushed corners. Action has not been tested to preserve finish. 2.) As New in Box. Item shows condition similar to above with few light scratches at right muzzle. Box has some scratches, scuffs, and abrasions overall. Some tears to the flaps. Action has not been tested to preserve finish. Estimate: 3000 - 5000

*Colt Single Action Army Storekeeper's Model .45 Colt Revolver in Box

Lot #182 (Sale Order 181 of 200)

*Colt Single Action Army Storekeeper's Model .45 Colt Revolver in Box .45 Long Colt. 4" barrel length. SN: SA70862. Nickel plated finish overall mounting simulated ivory Colt medallion grips with screw-retained cylinder pin. Single action loading gate revolver with six-shot cylinder and no provisions for an ejector rod housing. Standard make and model markings including three-line patent mark to left frame, COLT STOREKEEPER'S MODEL on left barrel, and two-line address to the top of the barrel. Caliber and model mark struck into the right barrel, and the VP monogram proof mark on the left triggerguard. Item comes in its original cardboard box with Styrofoam liner. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: Excellent. Bore has some firing residues that should clean to Minty with sharp rifling. Nickel finish is bright with few faint scratches. Grips likewise show no recognizable handling wear. Some firing residues to the recoil shield, forcing cone, and cylinder. Cylinder has a very faint drag line. Box has frayed edges and some scuffs overall. Estimate: 1500 - 2500

*Colt Python in Factory Box

Lot #183 (Sale Order 182 of 200)

*Colt Python in Factory Box .357 Magnum. 8" barrel length. SN: VA9175. Blued metal finish with polished hammer flanks mounting checkered walnut Colt medallion grips. Double action hand ejector six-shot revolver featuring a full length vented barrel rib and underlug mounting adjustable ELLIASON target rear an pinned front blade sights. Revolver displays standard make and model markings, and comes in its original cardboard box with the owner's manual and "the Colt Companion" leaflet. The end label for the box matches the serial number of the revolver and bears the Colt Custom Gun Shop logo with the notation that the revolver left the factory with "Custom Tuning and Sights." This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: Very Good to Excellent. Bore is Very Bright with some lubricant residues that should clean to Minty with sharp rifling. Blued finish shows a faint turn ring on the cylinder with three brown patinated spots forming in the blue on the breech face. Grips retain their fine details and polish, but right panel exhibits slight wiggle. Revolver displays good timing. Both end flaps of the cardboard box have torn off and are preserved inside. Box additionally shows some scuffs and abrasions overall with stains to the interior. Estimate: 2000 - 3000

*1 of 2 Colt Model 1911 "World War I Reproduction 1911 Pistol" New in Box - Consecutively Serial Num

Lot #184 (Sale Order 183 of 200)

*1 of 2 Colt Model 1911 "World War I Reproduction 1911 Pistol" New in Box - Consecutively Serial Numbered with the Following Lot .45ACP. 5" barrel. SN: 3779WMK. Blued finish, double diamond checkered hardwood grips. Single action semi-automatic Browning design magazine fed semi-automatic pistol. The gun is intended to represent a WW1 issue 1911 pistol with markings to replicate those guns and 1911 features like a flat mainspring housing, long trigger, etc. The pistol is as new in box, with factory wax paper wrapping, reproduction military shipping box, replica military pistol manual, paper wrapped spare magazine, all factory paper work and a cable gun lock, all contained in a Colt factory blue cardboard box. The consecutively serial numbered pistol #3780WMK is also offered in this sale. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: As new in box. Estimate: 1500 - 2500

*2 of 2 Colt Model 01911 "World War I Reproduction 1911 Pistol" New in Box - Consecutively Serial Nu

Lot #185 (Sale Order 184 of 200)

*2 of 2 Colt Model 01911 "World War I Reproduction 1911 Pistol" New in Box - Consecutively Serial Numbered with the Preceding Lot .45ACP. 5" barrel. SN: 3780WMK. Blued finish, double diamond checkered hardwood grips. Single action semi-automatic Browning design magazine fed semi-automatic pistol. The gun is intended to represent a WW1 issue 1911 pistol with markings to replicate those guns and 1911 features like a flat mainspring housing, long trigger, etc. The pistol is as new in box, with factory wax paper wrapping, reproduction military shipping box, replica military pistol manual, paper wrapped spare magazine, all factory paper work and a cable gun lock, all contained in a Colt factory blue cardboard box. The consecutively serial numbered pistol #3779WMK is also offered in this sale. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: As new in box. Estimate: 1500 - 2500

*3rd Generation Colt Single Action Army .44 Special Revolver

Lot #186 (Sale Order 185 of 200)

*3rd Generation Colt Single Action Army .44 Special Revolver .44 Special. 7.5" barrel length. SN: SA27771. Blued metal finish with casehardened frame, polished hammer flanks, and mounting hardrubber Colt Eagle grips. Single action loading gate revolver with six-shot cylinder featuring topstrap notch and front blade sights. Item exhibits the standard make and model markings from the Colt factory described as follows: left frame displays the two-line patent mark followed by non circled {Rampant Colt}; VP monogram proof marking is struck into the left triggerguard while the left barrel shows COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .44 SPECIAL. The top of the barrel displays the COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A. address marking. The serial number matches on both gripstraps, the frame, and on the cylinder. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very Good to Fine. Bore is Very Bright with some firing residues that should clean to Minty with sharp rifling. Metal finish shows a scratch through the model marking on the left barrel, flake on the left triggerguard, some light muzzle wear, and an abrasion to the top of the front sight. Item shows some further scattered light scratches. Grip panels display some signs of ageing with some light skips and loss of fine details to the logos in addition to some nicks along the butt. Cylinder shows a light drag line with the action exhibiting good timing. Estimate: 1000 - 1500

*Colt Diamondback .22 Revolver with 4" Barrel in Factory Box

Lot #187 (Sale Order 186 of 200)

*Colt Diamondback .22 Revolver with 4" Barrel in Factory Box .22 LR. 4" ventilated rib barrel. SN: N05396 (mfg. ca.1977). Blued finish, checkered walnut Rampant Colt medallion grips. Double action revolver with 6-chambered fluted swing out cylinder, adjustable rear sight and white painted ramped front sight. Left side of barrel marked: DIAMONDBACK/.22 LONG RIFLE Right side of barrel marked COLT'S PT.F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A. Left rear of frame with Rampant Colt logo. The revolver is in its original factory box with wood grain Styrofoam insert and woodgrain cardboard slip cover with a detached gold end label appropriately numbered and labeled to this gun. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very good to near fine. Bore fine, bright and crisp. Metal with nearly all of the blue and crisp markings but with some scattered freckles of residue, mostly on the face of the cylinder and inner face of the recoil shield, with the cylinder chambers moderately oxidized and dirty. Mechanically functional action, grips fine and crisp with only some lightly scattered handling marks. Box about poor to fair with heavy wear and a detached end label, which is present. Estimate: 1800 - 2200

*Colt Diamondback .38 Revolver with 2.5" Barrel in Factory Box

Lot #188 (Sale Order 187 of 200)

*Colt Diamondback .38 Revolver with 2.5" Barrel in Factory Box .38 Special. 2.5" ventilated rib barrel. SN: D65324 (mfg. ca.1975). Blued finsih, checkered walnut Rampant Colt medallion grips. Double action revolver with 6-chambered fluted swing out cylinder, adjustable rear sight and white painted ramped front sight. Left side of barrel marked: DIAMONDBACK/.38 SPECIAL CTG. Right side of barrel marked COLT'S PT.F.A. MFG. CO./HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A. Left rear of frame with Rampant Colt logo. The revolver is in its original factory box with wood grain styrofoam insert and woodgrain cardboard slip cover with a gold end label appropriately numbered and labeled to this gun. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very good to near fine. Bore fine, bright and crisp. Metal with nearly all of the blue and crisp markings but with some scattered freckles of surface oxidation, most notably on the lower front of the frame and around the crane hinge. Mechanically functional action, grips fine and crisp with only some lightly scattered handling marks. Box about fair to good with moderate wear. Estimate: 1800 - 2500

*Colt Custom Shop .44-40 Single Action Army Revolver New in Box

Lot #189 (Sale Order 188 of 200)

*Colt Custom Shop .44-40 Single Action Army Revolver New in Box .44-40 Colt. 5.5" barrel. SN: S25298A. Blued and color casehardened finish, hard rubber Eagle motif grips. Single action solid frame cartridge revolver with loading gate, frame notch rear sight, blade front sight, smokeless powder frame and six-chambered fluted cylinder. Revolver is as new in box and apparently unfired since factory testing. The gun includes the original blue cardboard Colt factory box with foam lining and the thin cardboard slip cover that is correctly labeled to this gun, as well as all factory paperwork. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: As new in box with some old dried oil on the metal. Estimate: 1800 - 2400

*Colt Single Action Army .45 Revolver in Box

Lot #190 (Sale Order 189 of 200)

*Colt Single Action Army .45 Revolver in Box .45 Long Colt. 5.5" barrel length. SN: S17512A. Blued metal finish with casehardened frame and polished hammer flanks with black synthetic Colt Eagle grips. Single action loading gate six-shot revolver featuring smokeless powder frame and kidney-shaped ejector rod housing. Revolver shows the standard Colt make and model markings including COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A. to the top of the barrel, COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45 model marking on the left barrel, two-line patent mark, and {Rampant Colt} logo to the left frame. Comes in its original blue cardboard box with COLT'S logo to the lid, and its white cardboard shipping box with matching end label. Included with the revolver are the owner's manual and hanging tag. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: As New in Box. Bore shows some factory grease that should clean to Minty with sharp rifling. Metal finish overall is void of handling mars and retains some factory grease residue. Grips retain sharp details. Action has not been tested to preserve the finish. Estimate: 1200 - 1800

*Factory Class C Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 29-2 Revolver in Wood Factory Display Box

Lot #191 (Sale Order 190 of 200)

*Factory Class C Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 29-2 Revolver in Wood Factory Display Box .44 Magnum. 6.5" pinned round barrel with grooved rib. SN: N307959. Blued finish, color case hardened trigger and hammer, smooth rosewood S&W medallion target grips. Double action swing-out cylinder N-frame revolver with 6 chambers, .5" grooved target trigger, .5" checkered target hammer, adjustable white outline rear sight, ramped semi-Patridge front sight with gold bean. Standard Smith & Wesson markings. Revolver shows nearly partial coverage engraving with flowing open Arabesque scrolls along the sides of the barrel at the muzzle and frame, on the frame below the cylinder and behind the recoil shield, and between each cylinder flute. The matching assembly number XX245 is present on the left of the frame under the grip, and on the crane, and the mark O17 is found in both places as well. The matching serial number is found on the butt and in the crane recess of the frame. The ejector rod recess of the frame is marked 7959. The revolver is contained in a wood factory display case with blue flocked fitted plastic interior insert, a cleaning rod with brush, bore mop and screwdriver. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Fine. Bore fine and bright with crisp rifling. Metal retains most of the blued finish with a very minor turn ring and some minute high edge wear. The hammer and trigger retain most of their case colors with some minor fading and dulling. The revolver is mechanically functional. The smooth grips show some light handling marks and have some minor discoloration from the old blue flocking in the case. Accessories with some use. Case with moderate wear and with the interior plastic insert cracked and losing some flocking. Estimate: 2000 - 3000

*Factory Class A Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 29-2 Revolver in Wood Display Box

Lot #192 (Sale Order 191 of 200)

*Factory Class A Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 29-2 Revolver in Wood Display Box .44 Magnum. 8.5" pinned round barrel with grooved rib. SN: N456821. Blued finish, color case hardened trigger and hammer, smooth Goncalo Alves S&W medallion target grips. Double action swing-out cylinder N-frame revolver with 6 chambers, .5" grooved target trigger, .5" checkered target hammer, adjustable white outline rear sight, ramped red insert front sight. Standard Smith & Wesson markings. Revolver shows nearly full engraving coverage with flowing open Arabesque scrolls along the sides of the barrel, on the frame forward of the cylinder, on the frame behind the recoil shield, an between each cylinder flute. The matching assembly number 8893X is present on the left of the frame under the grip, and on the crane, and the mark F5 is found in both places as well. The matching serial number is found on the butt and in the crane recess of the frame. The ejector rod recess of the frame is marked 6821. The revolver is contained in a wood factory display case with blue flocked fitted plastic interior insert. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very good. Bore fine and bright with crisp rifling and some residue, possibly flocking, in the last couple of inches near the muzzle. Metal retains most of the blued finish with some scattered freckles of surface oxidation and minor surface roughness here and there. The hammer and trigger retains some muted case colors with more moderate surface oxidation and freckled roughness on the edges of the hammer spur. The gun also has some traces of case flocking here and there and needs a good, careful cleaning. The revolver is mechanically functional. The smooth grips show some light handling marks and have discoloration from the disintegrating blue flocking particularly on the left grip. The case shows some moderate wear on the exterior with the interior disintegrating with flocking sticking to everything. Estimate: 2000 - 2500

*Factory Class C Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 19 Revolver in Factory Box

Lot #193 (Sale Order 192 of 200)

*Factory Class C Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 19 Revolver in Factory Box .357 Magnum. 6" barrel with grooved rib. SN: 7K30643. Blued finish, color case hardened hammer and trigger, smooth S&W rosewood gold medallion target grips. Double action K-frame pinned and recessed revolver with 3-screw frame, 6-chambered fluted swing out cylinder, target hammer, target trigger, white outline adjustable rear sight and ramped front sight with McGivern gold bead. Standard mid-1970s era Smith & Wesson markings. The matching assembly number 42217 is present on the lower left of the frame under the grips and on the cylinder crane. The serial number is present on the butt and in the frame cut out for the crane and the inside of the frame cut for the ejector rod is numbered 0643. Revolver is engraved with flowing foliate Arabesque scrolls on the frame forward of the cylinder, behind the recoil shield, at the rear of the barrel where it meets the frame and on the triggerguard bow. The end label for the blue two-piece box confirms the serial number, finish, barrel length, target stocks, target hammer and trigger, "GB" for gold bead front sight and also notes "Special Features" code F175. The box contains the original shipping paperwork dated August 11, 1975 which lists the special order features for this gun as including "Class C Engraving, smooth rosewood grips, 1/8" McGivern gold bead front sight, white outline rear sight, target hammer, target trigger." The original factory paperwork, cleaning rod, bore mop, bore brush and screwdriver are present as well. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Fine. The bore is fine, bright and shiny with crisp rifling and showing some scattered traces of fouling which should clean up. Revolver retains near all of the blued finish with some minor high edge wear and a very light turn ring on the cylinder. Hammer and trigger with nearly all of their case colors intact. Rear sight with some freckles of minor surface rust, with another small patch of surface rust and minor roughness near the muzzle on the right side of the barrel. Markings and engraving are crisp. Mechanically functional action. Grips with some surface wear and varnish loss and showing some light handling marks. Box with moderate wear and showing a moderate amount of surface mildew on the lid. Estimate: 1200 - 1500

*Factory Class A Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 52-2 Pistol in Factory Box

Lot #194 (Sale Order 193 of 200)

*Factory Class A Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 52-2 Pistol in Factory Box .38 Special Mid-Range Wadcutter. 5" barrel. SN: A488078. Blued finish, checkered hardwood S&W medallion grips. Single action magazine fed semi-automatic pistol that only accepts flush fit .38 Special mid-range wadcutter ammunition for use in Bullseye Matches. Standard Smith & Wesson markings, fully adjustable rear sight, ramped semi-Patridge front sight, adjustable trigger, adjustable barrel bushing. The pistol is Factory Class A engraved with nearly full coverage which features flowing foliate scrolls on the frame, slide, with the top of the slide matted and additional foliate designs on the upper portion of the backstrap, edges of the frontstrap and the triggerguard. The pistol includes two magazines. The pistol is contained in its original blue cardboard factory box with the end label appropriately numbered to the gun, noting "A" Eng D-140 in the "Special Features" box and with a yellow A/ENG marked sticker on the box end as well. The box includes the original factory paperwork, as well as a cleaning rod and brush. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Very good to near fine. The bore is very good, somewhat frosty with strong rifling and should clean up, as the frosting may be old dried grease. The pistol retains nearly all of the factory finish and shows little if any real use, but has suffered from poor storage. The pistol shows scattered areas of light surface oxidation and some thin hazy surface rust, mostly in the cocking serrations, the front strap grooves and around the rear sight and front sight ramp. A careful cleaning and sonic bath would likely restore the gun to nearly new condition. Action appears mechanically functional and the pistol cycles correctly by hand. The box shows moderate wear. Estimate: 1200 - 1800

*Factory Class B Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 19-4 Revolver in Box

Lot #195 (Sale Order 194 of 200)

*Factory Class B Engraved Smith & Wesson Model 19-4 Revolver in Box .357 Magnum. 2.5" barrel length. SN: 26K9206. Nickel plated finish overall, matte topstrap and barrel rib, color case hardened trigger and hammer, and mounting smooth walnut Smith & Wesson medallion grips. Double action six-shot hand ejector revolver mounting adjustable rear notch and Baughman Quick Draw matted front ramp sights. Item features Class-B foliate scroll engraving to each component with further wiggle line scroll enclosing the hammer, and floral scroll enclosing the make and model markings. Item shows the Smith & Wesson monogram trademark on the left frame, SMITH & WESSON on the left barrel and S.&W. 357 MAGNUM on the right barrel. Right frame shows the four-line address marking. Comes in an unmarked pale blue Smith & Wesson marked cardboard box with the owner's manual with inserts and a cleaning kit. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Good. Bore is dirty with some residues that should clean to Very Bright or better with crisp rifling. Metal finish displays a light turn ring to the cylinder and vibrant case colors to small parts. Traces of oxidation forming in the knurling to hammer, on the forward corner of the butt, and in the engraving behind the latch. Further traces of patina forming within the cylinder stops. Grips are Excellent and without handling mars or wear. Action exhibits good timing. Cardboard box shows some flaking to the edges. Estimate: 1500 - 2500

*Smith & Wesson K-38 Combat Masterpiece with German Style Deep Relief Engraving

Lot #196 (Sale Order 195 of 200)

*Smith & Wesson K-38 Combat Masterpiece with German Style Deep Relief Engraving .38 Special. 6" pinned ribbed barrel. SN: K313568. Blued finish, color casehardened trigger and hammer, relief carved hardwood S&W medallion grips with engraved German silver diamond escutcheons. Double action K-frame swing out fluted cylinder revolver with 6 chambers, .5" wide grooved target trigger, .5" wide checkered target hammer, no outline adjustable rear sight and semi-Patridge front sight. Standard Smith & Wesson markings, matching serial number on butt, under barrel and on rear face of cylinder. Assembly number 2GB49 on the lower left of frame under grip, and on crane, with a larger 6 in those locations and the crane recess of the frame. The revolver has been engraved in a German style with deep relief oak leaves on a stippled background, covering the sides of the barrel, the frame and most of the cylinder. The grips show deep relief carving with flowing open Arabesque style scrolls. The interiors of the grips both have a blurred ink stamp that appears to read EIA FFM DOMPLATZ. A really lovely K frame 38 with attractive German style engraving and nicely enhanced grips. The revolver includes a wooden box without an insert or interior. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Condition: Fine. Bore mostly bright with crisp rifling and some old residue near the muzzle. Metal retains nearly all of the deeply blued finish with the hammer and trigger showing muted and dulling case colors. All markings remain clear and crisp, as does the engraving. A minor turn ring is present on the cylinder. Mechanically functional action. Grips crisp and fine with only the most minor light surface handling marks. Box fair to good with no interior or insert. Estimate: 1200 - 1800

*Smith & Wesson Performance Center Model 657-4 in Box with Accessories

Lot #197 (Sale Order 196 of 200)

*Smith & Wesson Performance Center Model 657-4 in Box with Accessories .41 Magnum. 6.125" barrel length. SN: HCH0013. Matte stainless steel finish overall mounting laminated wood grips and mounting detachable quadruple port barrel weight/compensator. Double action hand ejector six-shot revolver with fully adjustable target rear and pinned matted front blade sights. Left frame shows a {PERFORMANCE/CENTER} seal with standard make and model markings appearing overall. Item comes in a smith & Wesson marked blue hard case with the owner's manual and a non ported barrel weight option with installation tool. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: Excellent. Bore is Minty with sharp rifling throughout. Metal finish shows a light turn ring to the cylinder and some residues on the left frame. Some faint light scratches. The case shows some further scuffs and scratches. Action displays good timing. Estimate: 800 - 1200

*Smith & Wesson Performance Center Model 657-4 in Box with Accessories

Lot #198 (Sale Order 197 of 200)

*Smith & Wesson Performance Center Model 657-4 in Box with Accessories .41 Magnum. 6.125" barrel length. SN: HRC0058. Matte stainless steel finish overall with full length underlug and mounting smooth laminated wood grips. Double action hand ejector six-shot revolver with detachable quadruple ported barrel weight/compensator. Item shows the Smith & Wesson {PERFORMANCE/CENTER} seal on the left frame, and standard make and model markings overall. The revolver is completed without an internal safety lock. Comes in a blue Smith & Wesson marked hard case with the owner's manual and a non ported muzzle weight with the installation tool. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: Very Good. Bore is Very Bright with crisp rifling throughout and some firing residues throughout. Cylinder shows a drag line to the cylinder with some light residue to the left frame and showing some scattered light scratches overall. Some signs of patina forming on the non ported muzzle device. The grips retain fine details and crisp edges. Case shows some light scratches. Action of the revolver displays good timing. Estimate: 800 - 1200

*Les Baer Custom Ultimate Master 1911 .45 ACP Pistol with Triple Port Compensator As New in Box

Lot #199 (Sale Order 198 of 200)

*Les Baer Custom Ultimate Master 1911 .45 ACP Pistol with Triple Port Compensator As New in Box .45 ACP. 5" barrel with three port compensator. SN: LB13238. Blued finish, checkered hardwood grips. Single action magazine fed tilting barrel Browning designed single action pistol. Per Les Baer's website, the special features of the pistol include: Baer NM steel frame and NM slide with blued finish, Baer NM barrel and stainless steel bushing, Low-mount LBC adjustable sights with hidden rear leaf, Baer dovetailed front sight, Double serrated slide, Fitted slide to frame, Lowered and flared ejection port, Two-piece beveled mag well, High checkered front strap @ 30 lpi, Checkering underneath trigger guard @ 30 lpi, Serrated rear of slide @ 40 lpi, Serrated top of slide, Baer deluxe Commander hammer and sear, Baer extended ambi safety, Tuned extractor, Baer extended ejector, Baer checkered slide stop, Baer beavertail grip safety with pad, Baer mag catch, Baer speed trigger with crisp 3 1/2 lb action job, Polished feed ramp and barrel throat, Baer Premium Checkered grips, Tuned for total reliability. Pistol is as new in box with two magazines, bushing wrench and factory paperwork. Current MSRP for this pistol without the compensator is $4,028. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: As new in box, with some dried oil on the metal. Estimate: 2500 - 3500

*Sig P210-6 Pistol in Factory Box

Lot #200 (Sale Order 199 of 200)

*Sig P210-6 Pistol in Factory Box 9mm. 4.75" barrel. SN: P315743. Matte blue finish with purplish tone on frame, checkered two-piece wrap around hardwood grips. Single action magazine fed short recoil semi-automatic pistol with windage adjustable dovetailed fixed notch rear and blade front sights without dots or lines. Matching serial numbers on slide, frame, and barrel. Left side of slide marked with serial number, SIG in an oval and P 210-6. Right side of slide and frame with German proof marks. Barrel hood marked SIG in an oval and 9mm. The pistol features a European style heel clip magazine release, thumb safety, slide stop and lanyard ring in the lower left side of the grip. The pistol retains its original blued fabric covered pasteboard box which includes a, magazine loading tool, instruction manual, SIG embroidered patch and the factory test target. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: Very fine. The bore is bright and shiny with fine rifling. The pistol retains most of the original matte finish with a couple of scratches on the frame from the operation of the safety and handling. The pistol shows little if any use. Mechanically functional action. Grips with minor light handling marks. Box with moderate wear and with the interior foam completely disintegrating and sticking to everything, including the pistol. Estimate: 2500 - 3500

*Sig P210-6 Pistol in Factory Box

Lot #201 (Sale Order 200 of 200)

*Sig P210-6 Pistol in Factory Box 9mm. 4.75" barrel. SN: P309980. Matte blue finish with purplish tone on frame, checkered two-piece wrap around hardwood grips. Single action magazine fed short recoil semi-automatic pistol with windage adjustable dovetailed fixed notch rear and blade front white post and dot marked sights. Matching serial numbers on slide, frame, and barrel. Left side of slide marked with serial number, SIG in an oval and P 210-6. Right side of slide and frame with German proof marks. Barrel hood marked SIG in an oval and 9mm. The pistol features a European style heel clip magazine release, thumb safety, slide stop and lanyard ring in the lower left side of the grip. The pistol retains its original blued fabric covered pasteboard box which includes a spare magazine, magazine loading tool, Allen wrench, two Allen screws and the instruction manual. This lot is located in Cincinnati. Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA Condition: Very fine. The bore is bright and shiny with fine rifling. The pistol retains most of the original matte finish with a couple of scratches on the frame from the operation of the safety and handling. The pistol shows little if any use. Mechanically functional action. Grips with minor light handling marks. Box with moderate wear and with the interior foam completely disintegrating and sticking to everything, including the pistol. Estimate: 2500 - 3500


Arms, Armor and Militaria
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Arms, Armor and Militaria
by Cowan's Auctions Wed, May 1, 2024 10:00 AM Eastern Cowan’s Auctions is proud to present their Spring 2024 Premier Arms, Armor & Militaria Sale which features a carefully curated selection of sporting and fine historical arms, including Part II of the George Oldenbourg Collection of fine presentation and identified Civil War arms. The sale opens with some pieces of European armor, featuring a 17th Century Etched and Painted German Half Suit of Armor (Lot #3), followed by a selection of 19th century historical arms, featuring more than 50 pieces from the Oldenbourg Collection. Other highlights from the Civil War and Indian Wars periods include a Martially Marked 1st DC Cavalry Henry Rifle from the Collection of Charles Worman (Lot #77), a Rare Confederate Bilharz, Hall & Company Type 2 Carbine (Lot #70) and a Custer Range Colt Single Action Army Cavalry Revolver #5973 – A Lot 6 Delivery – Likely Picked Up at The Little Bighorn (Lot #79). A nice selection 20th century historical arms from World War I and World War II are also included in the sale, notably a very nice Mauser C96 Red 9 Broomhandle Pistol with Holster Stock and Leather Carrier Harness (Lot #92), a Martially Marked Model 1928A1 Thompson Submachine Gun Made by Savage Arms (Lot #94), a U.S. Springfield Model 1903A1 Marine Corps Sniper Rifle with J. Unertl Scope (Lot #100), an Inland M1A Type I Paratrooper Carbine with Sling and Drop Bag (Lot #101) and a Johnson Automatics Model of 1941 Rifle (Lot #104). The sale continues with a lovey selection of antique, classic and modern sporting arms, including a nice group of factory engraved Smith & Wesson revolvers and selection of fine long arms. Some of the featured sporting arms include a Holland & Holland Royal Hammerless Full Side Lock Ejector Double Rifle in .240 Flanged with Case and Accessories (Lot #142), A High Quality B-Grade Lefever Arms Company SxS Hammerless “Pigeon Gun” with Krupp Barrels (Lot #161), a Pair of Vincenzo Bernadelli “Holland V.B. Inciso” 12 Guage SxS Shotguns (Lot #163) and A Pair of Consecutively Numbered 20 Bore James Purdy & Sons Side-by-Side Hammerless Shotguns in Original Travel Case with Accessories (Lot #155). Featuring property from: From the Collection of George Oldenbourg From the Collection of Garry James From the Collection of Dave Dimmick From the Collection of Charles Worman From the Collection of Bob Lecount Property Of Dr. K. William Harter, Alexandria, VA