Morphy Auctions Auction Catalog - May 8-10, 2024 Firearms & Militaria Day 1 Online Auctions

EXTREMELY FINE ORIGINAL MATCHING NUMBERED THOMPSON MACHINE GUN 50 ROUND “L” DRUM MAGAZIN

Lot #1009 (Sale Order 1 of 324)

High condition, matching numbered early original 50 round “L” drum for the Colt Model 1921 Thompson machine gun. Drum is marked “AUTO-ORDNANCE CORP, NEW YORK N.Y., U.S.A. PATENTED JULY 27 1920 DEC 7 1920 “NO 2072” on main body with matching numbered cover. Original nickel rotor inside. These early drums were contracted through John’s Machine and Stamping Works Company. According to Gordon Herigstad, the highest-numbered John’s ”L” drum is number 4184. Not very many, considering how many guns were manufactured that could accept them. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish of drum is extremely fine original smooth blue finish with fine coverage, particularly on the cover. The body of the drum has some brown patina which is not particularly noticeable, and some loss or finish to a gray patina in places, especially at the high edges. One can see upon inspection of the interior that this drum was carried loaded, as there are rings from the cartridges very visible inside. These are a far scarcer drum to find than even the 100 round numbered drums. A fine drum for the discerning forward-thinking Thompson investor and collector. JWK 2024-05-107.

(A) FABULOUS HIGH CONDITION ORIGINAL ARMY PURCHASED "LONG MODEL" COLT MODEL 1875 GATLING GUN ON ORIG

Lot #1011 (Sale Order 2 of 324)

This is absolutely one of the finest condition original Gatling guns offered for public auction in the last 25 years. It is one of 44 "Long" Gatling guns purchased by the U.S. Army. Serial number 130 on right side of the frame, assembly numbers "34" matching on all the original bolts and barrels, and numbered “47” at top front of frame. This cataloger removed and examined each bolt, and each bolt matched its respective barrel, and each bears the same assembly number "34". This is a ten-barrel Gatling gun on its original “N.J.” marked wood carriage with original furnishings including original iron-bound wheels, no ammunition boxes present. Original brass plate on top of the gun reads “GATLING'S BATTERY GUN / MADE BY COLT'S / PT. FIRE ARMS / MFG CO / HARTFORD, CONN. / U.S.A." with patent dates. Original brass elevation screw and adjustment wheel. Five original gravity feed vertical magazines are included with this gun. Two small wedged pieces to chock the wheels and a wood and glass display enclosure are included with this gun. PROVENANCE: Presented to Lafayette College by William Simon, class of 1952, as indicated by display sign included with this gun. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine with correct gray patina barrels, which were never blued. This cataloger examined each bore and all are near excellent, shiny and bright. It is just incredible to find a Gatling gun of this vintage in this condition. Wood is extremely fine, solid and serviceable with some cracks from age yet still presenting exceptionally well. Mechanics are extremely fine and smooth. This cataloger made many rotations incidental to removing and carefully examining each bolt. This gun is an amazing piece, and its originality and condition are especially impressive. A piece of history of in original configuration as it would have been in the 1870s. Like the Gatling Custer unfortunately left behind and did not take to his engagement at the Little Big Horn. No telling if there will ever be a Gatling combining so many favorable elements offered for sale again. JWK 2024-05-078. This is not a standard shippable item and will require 3rd party shipping or pickup arrangements to be made. Accessories: 5 magazines, framed description, frame for gatling gun with carriage Barrel Length: 32" Caliber/Bore: .45-70 Government FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Model 1875 Paperwork: Display sign "presented to Lafayette College Serial Number: NSN

LOT OF GERMAN WW II MG-15 MACHINE GUN PARTS INCLUDING REAR HOUSING WITH BOLT, BARREL EXTENSION AND L

Lot #1015 (Sale Order 3 of 324)

Lot consists of a nice grouping of German MG-15 parts. Includes rare original leather brass catching bag, complete rear housing assembly (#253) with bolt (#2022), rear barrel extension (#2293), and ejection port portion of the receiver with bag of small parts including two magazine latches, two lower magazine retention pieces, and some other small parts. CONDITION: Leather on brass catcher extremely fine and serviceable albeit a little dusty. Rear housing brown bakelite exhibits some brassing from having a shoulder stock on it in the past, but serviceable. Bolt is in good serviceable with internals and firing pin present. Barrel extension very clean and fine. Ejection port housing has some light surface corrosion inside, but this should clean up well. Other parts are extremely fine. A very desirable grouping of parts and accessories for the owner, or future owner of an MG-15 which do not surface for sale very often. 2024-05-142.

LOT OF GERMAN WW II MG-15 MACHINE GUN PARTS WITH REAR HOUSING INCLUDING BOLT, MAINSPRING, AND BARREL

Lot #1017 (Sale Order 4 of 324)

High condition complete German MG-15 rear housing assembly (#2293) with complete matching bolt including mainspring and firing pin. Rear barrel extension is mismatched (#1588), and (#2136). The last part in this lot is a stripped ejection port portion of the receiver. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine to near excellent original finish with particularly nice bakelite. Extremely fine black enamel finish remains on the receiver piece as well. Very desirable grouping of parts and accessories for the owner, or future owner of an MG-15. 2024-05-143.

TWO MG-15 MACHINE GUN WATER COOLED JACKETS W/O BARRELS WITH CLAMP ON SHOULD BRACE AND CARRYING HANDL

Lot #1019 (Sale Order 5 of 324)

Lot consists of two fine condition well-made Romanian manufactured water jacket assemblies for the German MG-15 machine gun, and one clamp on shoulder brace to go on the MG-15, and a carrying handle for one of the water jackets. Original (not Nazi-marked) bipod on one of the jackets with leather retention strap. Late in WWII the German had more MG-15 machine guns than they had aircraft to emplace them into. Since there was always a need for more machine guns in a ground support role, the Germans (and Romanians) manufactured water-cooled jacket assemblies, which screwed right onto the MG-15 receivers in the place of the air-cooled shrouds. This provided for a longer sustained period of fire (something very useful in a defensive role). As a production shortcut, the shoulder brace was simplified to a non-hinged shoulder plate. A carrying handle that clamped onto the water jacket made it easier to move the gun about. No barrels are included with this lot, but IMA had many of them at one time, and they surface from time to time on the secondary collector’s market from time to time. One drain cover missing from one jacket as well as the cork, but the cork hardware is present. CONDITION: Fine original paint on one jacket flaking to a gray patina. Near excellent original green paint on the other jacket, which retains bipod and leather strap. Shoulder brace is fine with the leather in need of some restorative oil. Carrying handle near excellent. If you want to spend more time shooting your MG-15 at the range instead of letting it cool off, these are the parts you need. JWK 2024-05-145.

TWO GERMAN WW II MG-15 MACHINE GUN BARRELS WITH IMA REPORDUCTION “GROUND KIT” CLAMP ON S

Lot #1021 (Sale Order 6 of 324)

Lot consists of two high condition German MG-15 machine gun barrels with Nazi dated “40” and “41” respectively. Also new in plastic bag as purchased IMA reproduction shroud which clamps on to MG-15 and allows use of included original MG-34 bipod to convert the MG-15 to a ground support role. Just the thing for a recreational MG-15 shooting enthusiast. These reproduction shrouds sold out a long time ago, and now are only available on the secondary market from time to time. CONDITION: Barrels are near excellent original lustrous blue finish and near excellent bright bores. Reproduction shroud and “dqe” marked bipod are also near excellent. Cannot improve much on the condition of these pieces. JWK 2024-05-144.

WORLD WAR I FRENCH CHAUCHAT MODEL 1915 MACHINE GUN PARTS WITH SAW CUT RECEIVER PIECES, BARELY DAMAGE

Lot #1038 (Sale Order 7 of 324)

If you need, or someday hope, to reactivate a deactivated Chauchat machine gun you will not want to miss this part lot. It has parts in it which are absolutely crucial for the task. Many Chauchat machine guns were sold to Finland when the French updated their machine gun models in the 1930s. About 3100 of these guns in Finland were imported into the United States between 1959 – 1962, and sold on the American collectors market as registered deactivated guns. The deactivation carried out on these guns prior to their sale was grievous, often with the bolt faces severely ground and/or torch welded, and the chambers of the barrels plugged and also severely welded in such a way that salvaging them incidental to reactivation was essentially a daunting/impossible task. Although this mattered little decades ago, the rise in interest in these historic WWI guns combined with the availability of good modern boxer primed ammunition has caused the prices these guns to command as viable operational machine gun to rise to levels that would have astounded our ancestors. This parts offering includes the two key parts that one needs to reactivate one of these old 1960s registered deactivated guns. The bolt and firing pin, and a barrel that never had the chamber welded. Other sought-after parts included here are a set of front and rear anti-aircraft sights, saw cut upper receiver pieces should one wish to build up a display gun, as well as pistol grip assembly, buttstock, charging handle, vertical fore-end assembly, bipod legs and attachment hardware, and small screws and pins. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is generally very good to fine original blue finish thinning to a gray and brown patina. Wood butstock has a large chip out of the right side but this piece is present with remnants of glue where someone attempted to repair it in the past. Bore of barrel is very good with strong rifling, albeit with some pitting. The bolt face in this lot has only a very small part of the lower edge broken away, and the firing pin tip is intact. If you have ever had or contemplated reactivation of one of these guns, you know how difficult it is to obtain these parts in this condition. JWK 2024-05-049.

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DESIRABLE WORLD WAR I FRENCH CHAUCHAT MODEL 1915 MACHINE GUN MAGAZINES WITH ORIGINAL AND REPRODUCTIO

Lot #1039 (Sale Order 8 of 324)

Lot of six original French Chauchat machine gun magazines with one early vintage carrier, one post-WWI carrier, and one reproduction carrier. CONDITION: Very little finish remaining on magazines and otherwise a pleasing gray patina. All seem to have good spring tension. Reproduction carrier is near excellent. Other two carriers extremely fine and serviceable, one with green verdigris on buckle and brass drain hole, with corrosion at steel buttons; the other carrier has the leather strap cracking from age, yet still serviceable as is. Chauchat magazines are in high demand and the canvas carriers only enhance this lot. JWK 2024-05-050.

EXCEPTIONAL COLLECTIBLE “MGM” FILM STUDIOS MARKED ORIGINAL MATCHING NUMBERED THOMPSON MA

Lot #1045 (Sale Order 9 of 324)

One of the most sought after accessories for the early Thompson machine gun is the numbered 50 round "L" drum. This one is not only matching numbered "2157" but also marked on both body and cover "MGM" as that film studio's property. One can contemplate the classic films this drum might well have been used in. Perhaps James Cagney, Humphrey Bogart, John Wayne, or one of your other favorite stars used this very drum on screen. Drum is marked “AUTO-ORDNANCE CORP, NEW YORK N.Y., U.S.A. PATENTED JULY 27 1920 DEC 7 1920 “NO 2157” on main body with matching numbered cover. Original nickel rotor inside. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish of drum is extremely fine original smooth blue finish thinning to a gray patina in places, especially at the high edges. One can see upon inspection that this drum was used, and functioned. These are a far scarcer drum to find than even the 100 round numbered drums. Add the film studio historical aspect to this piece and one really has something for the discerning forward thinking Thompson investor and collector. JWK 2024-05-086.

EXTREMELY DESIRABLE ORIGINAL PURPLE LINED “POLICE” STYLE” COLT THOMPSON MACHINE GU

Lot #1046 (Sale Order 10 of 324)

Very seldom found separate from a gun, this is an original purple felt lined Colt Thompson machine gun hard case. Latches are marked “LANSENAD, CLEVELAND”. Interior is fitted to take four 20-round magazines, and a 50-round drum in addition to a Thompson (compensator-equipped models fit) and stock. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Overall appearance is fine, original as found, very serviceable throughout including latches and handle. The leather bottoms of the handle are gone but the handle still serves. There are a couple of splits to the outer leather at the edges, with flaking away to reveal the base underneath. Also, a couple small tears to the purple lining. But one must consider that this case is over 100 years old now, and for the Colt Thompson collector, this is a really scarce accessory to find. JWK 2024-05-087

VERY SCARCE ORIGINAL SOVIET RUSSIAN DP-27 (DP-28) LIGHT MACHINE GUN MAGAZINE CARRIER WITH MAGAZINES.

Lot #1056 (Sale Order 11 of 324)

This is a DP-27 machine gun pan magazine carrier with three original 47 round pan magazines included. Russian star on both sides. CONDITION: Carrier has extremely fine vintage (German?) gray repaint over original Russian green paint with some flaking away to a brown patina. Interior has good original Russian green. Leather carrying handle supple and serviceable. Three pan magazines are extremely fine matte blue finish. All appear serviceable with good spring tension. These original Russian carriers are very scarce items, and are just the accessory one needs when going to the range as well as completing your DP-27 machine gun ensemble. See a DP-27 machine gun also offered in this same auction. JWK 2024-05-111.

EXCEPTIONAL CONDITION ORIGINAL PURPLE LINED “F.B.I.” STYLE “BROOKS TRUNK CO”

Lot #1072 (Sale Order 12 of 324)

The very finest original condition original case for the Colt 1921 Thompson this cataloger has ever encountered. Typical “Eagle Lock Co.” latches on the front with “The Brooks Trunk Co” metal placard on the lid. Interior is fitted to take a 50-round drum on the left side, four 20-round magazines, the buttstock in the back compartment, and the gun itself in the forward compartment. A compensator equipped models fits just fine. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Overall appearance is extremely fine, approaching near excellent with a little brassing to the reinforced corners, with some discoloration and some patina to the plating of the latches. Interior is in commensurate condition with no tears. One can see the outline of where a 50 round drum was emplaced. The leather bottoms of the handle are intact but showing some wear. A tremendous find for the discerning Thompson collector. Unlikely to find a better condition specimen of an original hard case. JWK 2024-05-088.

NINE VALUABLE AND SOUGHT AFTER HARRINGTON AND RICHARDSON REISNG MODEL 50 CORROGATED MAGAZINES AND OR

Lot #1088 (Sale Order 13 of 324)

Nine 12-round corrugated Reising magazines, one unmarked original “Lift the Dot” 5-cell magazine carrier, and two cleaning brushes are included in this lot. These magazines will fit both styles of magazine well found on the Reising Model 50. The smaller capacity magazines were originally ordered as an ammunition cost-saving measure, to keep firers from shooting so much ammunition. CONDITION: Extremely fine original smooth gray finish. Canvas carrier extremely fine to near excellent. Demand for these magazines is constantly increasing. JWK 2024-05-103.

DESIRABLE ORIGINAL THOMPSON MACHINE GUN PARTS INCLUDING WOOD PIECES AND LIGHTENED BOLT.

Lot #1097 (Sale Order 14 of 324)

Almost never found separate from a gun, this lot includes a Thompson buttstock, complete with attachment hardware and buttplate, a pistol grip, two horizontal forends, two 1921 mainsprings, a 20 - 3/8” brass cleaning rod, and a lightened Thompson bolt with extractor. Close friend of previous owner informed this cataloger that the bolt was lightened by the previous owner in order to try it out with different loadings of ammunition. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Buttstock is extremely fine to near excellent at lightly sanded and refinished with some slight scratches, handling marks and bruises. Screws show evidence of turning. Buttplate has nice finish with gray patina at the high edges. Horizontal forends are both near excellent, not sanded, with “M” mark at rear. Pistol grip is extremely fine, not sanded, no hardware present. Mainsprings and bolt appear to be in good clean serviceable condition, as does cleaning rod, which from tip to base of the loop measures 18” (The appropriate length for a 1921 AC Thompson with a compensator). Very desirable lot for the Thompson owner. JWK 2024-05-098

SIGNIFICANT AND LARGE LOT OF UZI PARTS, SPARES AND ACCESSORIES.

Lot #1105 (Sale Order 15 of 324)

Lot consists of: semi-auto bolt for a full-auto Uzi (slows the rate of fire); Vector arms remanufactured Suomi 9mm drum for Uzi with factory instructions; One “D E S” marked trigger frame with 20 round magazine; One Israeli marked stripped trigger frame; One aftermarket composite vertical foregrip; four top covers; five regular 9mm barrels; one 16” 9mm barrel; one grip; one .45 ACP magazine; 1 bayonet; one adapter for Bowers CAC 9 suppressor; one return spring; one end cap; one loader; four scope mounts; one 16” .45 ACP barrel; one grenade launcher blank adapter, and one sling. CONDITION: All parts are extremely fine and better with exception of grenade launcher which retains about 40% of its original anodized finish. Bores of both barrels are near excellent shiny and bright. Wonderful ensemble of parts and accessories for the Uzi enthusiast. JWK 2024-05-151.

UZI CONVERSION KIT FOR .45 ACP INCLUDING TRIGGER FRAME AND MAGAZINES.

Lot #1106 (Sale Order 16 of 324)

This kit is for converting a fully automatic machine gun only. It is not compatible to convert a Semi-Auto Uzi firearm. Includes one 16 - 1/4" .45 ACP barrel, one .45 ACP bolt, six steel .45 ACP M3 Grease gun 30-round magazines, and two magazine loaders. Also included are 3-cell U.S.G.I. canvas M3 Grease Gun magazine pouches. CONDITION: Extremely fine to near excellent and new in the wrapper. Bore is extremely fine, shiny and bright. Bolt face is extremely fine. This kit came from an avid and very innovated machine gun shooter. JWK 2024-05-150

UZI CONVERSION KIT AND INCLUDING MAGAZINES TO CONVERT A FULL-AUTO UZI TO SHOOT .22 LONG RIFLE.

Lot #1107 (Sale Order 17 of 324)

This kit is for converting a fully automatic machine gun ONLY; it is NOT compatible with a semi-auto Uzi firearm. Includes one 16 - 1/4" .22 Long Rifle barrel, one 10 - 3/4" .22 Long Rifle barrel, one .22 Long Rifle bolt with mainspring, one top cover with charging handle, five steel .22 magazines (one 40-round, two 32-round, one 25-round), and nine curved plastic .22 magazines. Two additional converted from 9mm to .22 magazines are included with this lot as well as two custom .22 plastic loading tools which are annotated, “Will Need Fitting”. CONDITION: Extremely fine to near excellent. Bores of both barrels are near excellent, shiny and bright. This kit came from an avid and very innovated machine gun shooter. JWK 2024-05-149.

MP43 PARTS KIT WITH BLACK PLASTIC CASE.

Lot #1130 (Sale Order 18 of 324)

Exceptional parts kit of an ERMA (ayf) MP-43 manufactured in 1944 machine gun. Receiver is cut several times with a significant piece of receiver not present. Remainder is marked “ayf” (ERMA) on receiver forward of the magazine housing. Sheet metal stamped receiver manufactured by “cos” (Mertzwerke), which was a sub-contracter who supplied parts for many German weapons. “ayf” also visible in sling recess of buttstock, with hand-scratched “TEMP” (probably the G.I. who brought the gun back). Visible numbers are matching on magazine well (8351i), operating piston (8351), pistol grip assembly (8351), and buttstock hardware (351). Bolt is non-matching (6519). Includes one original “fxo” MP43 marked magazine. The MP44 was the first true modern “assault rifle” chambered for a shorter than standard rifle cartridge (33 mm vs 57 mm) which although less powerful than the standard 8 mm German rifle round was still very effective at medium ranges where most combat took place. This allowed the individual soldier to carry plenty of ammunition in 30-round magazines so that the rifle could be effective in close-quarters combat as well. Capable of both semi-automatic and fully-automatic fire with the pressing of a switch at the side of the receiver this first modern "assault rifle" could fill the role of a deliberate aimed fire weapon, as well as that of a suppressing fire weapon. This rifle was constructed of metal stampings to the maximum extent possible to save production time and cost. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is fine original finish turning a brown and gray patina. Internals are extremely fine. Original wood grips and buttstock are fine, showing light bruises and handling marks. Hardware at top rear of stock slightly buckled upward. Bore is extremely fine, shiny and bright. Bolt is early type without cut-out at extractor and extremely fine. This is about as nice a parts set as this cataloger has ever seen of one of these guns. No doubt the competition for this lot will be fierce on auction day. ERMA produced guns do not surface for sale very often, and this kit would make a very attractive display piece or re-work into a semi-auto. JWK 2024-05-135.

LOT OF 4 M3 GREASE GUN MAGAZINES WITH LOADER IN U.S.G.I. GREEN CANVAS CARRIER.

Lot #1152 (Sale Order 19 of 324)

Four original .45 ACP M3 Grease Gun magazines with loader in green G.I. Canvas carrier. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Fine and serviceable. Will clean up nicely. JWK 2024-05-100.

LOT OF 10: LIBRARY OF THOMPSON SUBMACHINEGUN REFERENCE BOOKS.

Lot #1153 (Sale Order 20 of 324)

Instant library consisting of 10 books for the submachinegun enthusiast and Tommy Gun researcher. Highlight of the lot is the two volume set by Herigstad that contains a listing of all the original Colt manufactured Thompson machine guns organized in serial number order with information on configuration (whether fitted with Cutts compensator), converted to 1928 specifications, and also past owners and/or history (including dates) if available. There are also sections that provide the reader with details about historical events, such as when 495 Thompson machine guns were seized before they could be transported to Ireland, as well as other events and notable users, such as the St. Valentine's Day Massacre, and use of Thompsons by John Dillinger, the FBI, and the U.S. Navy. There are sections pertaining to destroyed Thompsons and exported Thompsons as well. These are very heavy hardbound volumes bound in silver-decorated maroon leatherette, and housed in a matching slipcase. Truly one of the most exhaustive and entertaining reference works pertaining to the Thompson machine gun out there, and one which Thompson collectors return to over and over. CONDITION: Very Good. Pages solid to bindings.

LOT OF 3 AUTO ORDNANCE BRIDGEPORT TYPE L DRUM MAGAZINES FOR THE THOMPSON MACHINEGUN.

Lot #1154 (Sale Order 21 of 324)

Three fine condition World War II era Thompson 50 round "L" drum magazines. These have Bridgeport address and "U" proofmark. Blued steel rotors. CONDITION: Matte blue finish is near excellent. Just what you need to shoot your 1921, 1921/28 Overstamp, 1928, or 1928A1 Thompson machine gun. Note these will not work in the side cocking M1 or M1A1 Thompsons as the magazine well is not "cut" for drum magazines. JWK 2024-05-082

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HIGH QUALITY REPRODUCTION MANUFACTURED THOMPSON MACHINE GUN CASE.

Lot #1155 (Sale Order 22 of 324)

Reproduction of original Colt Thompson hard case with provisions for four 20-round magazines at left side, buttstock in center, and 50-round drum at right, and gun itself in the front compartment. Case has side latches as well as front latches. Will accept compensator equipped Thompsons. Makers label inside. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Near mint with key included. C.O. Swetnan manufactured both Police and F.B.I. style hard cases, and this auction contains an example of each. JWK 2024-05-090

POLICE STYLE HIGH QUALITY REPRODUCTION “C. O. SWETNAN” MANUFACTURED THOMPSON MACHINE GUN

Lot #1156 (Sale Order 23 of 324)

Just the thing to transport or to display your Thompson machine gun in. Reproduction of original Colt Thompson hard case with provisions for four 20-round magazines at left side, buttstock in center, and 50-round drum at right, and gun itself in the front compartment. Case has side latches as well as front latches. Will accept compensator equipped Thompsons. Makers label inside. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Near mint with key included. C.O. Swetnan manufactured both Police and F.B.I. style hard cases, and this auction contains an example of each. JWK 2024-05-089.

LOT OF THOMPSON CLEANING RODS.

Lot #1157 (Sale Order 24 of 324)

Lot consists of 3 brass and 3 steel cleaning rods. Two (one brass & one steel) are 19” from tip to base of loop. One brass one is 18” from tip to base of loop. These would be appropriate for a compensator-equipped Thompson. The other cleaning rods measure 13 - 3/4” from tip to base of loop making them appropriate for non-compensator equipped Thompsons like the M1 and M1A1 models, and they were used with Reisings also. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Very serviceable. JWK 2024-05-101.

TWO NEW IN-THE-WHITE REPRODUCTION COLT THOMPSON MACHINE GUN BARRELS.

Lot #1158 (Sale Order 25 of 324)

Lot consists of two reproduction Colt profile fins Thompson barrels in near mint condition in brown wrapping paper with a picture of a Thompson on it. It is an unfortunate fact that a significant number of Thompsons have suffered a bulged or otherwise damaged or worn barrel over the years. These are replacement barrels manufactured to fulfill a need. This cataloger has seen reproduction barrels made with both “olt and Savage type fins. These are threaded at the muzzle as well as at the chamber PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Near mint in original paper packaging. JWK 2024-05-102.

LOT OF 10 THOMPSON AND REISING MACHINE GUN CLEANING RODS WITH THOMPSON OILER AND SCREWDRIVER.

Lot #1159 (Sale Order 26 of 324)

Very nice lot of 6 brass and 4 steel cleaning rods for either the Thompson or Reising machine gun. One of the steel rods has the 5 - 1/2" extension so that it measures 19” from tip to base of loop, making it appropriate for a compensator equipped Thompson. The other cleaning rods measure 13 - 3/4” from tip to base of loop making them appropriate for non-compensator-equipped Thompsons like the M1 and M1A1 models, and they were also used with Reisings. One original black painted oiler and “Thompson Russian Screwdriver” is included with this lot. One original in the brown wrapper cleaning kit with white / red line patch, rope pull-through, and oil bottle are also included with this lot. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Very serviceable. JWK 2024-05-099.

A TREASURE OF ORIGINAL MP-40 MACHINE GUN MAGAZINES, LOADERS, AND SLINGS WITH SET OF REPRODUCTION MAG

Lot #1160 (Sale Order 27 of 324)

Absolutely wonderful lot for the German WWII MP-40 enthusiast. Six original “98E” dated “41” magazines, three original magazine loaders, three original leather slings with retention studs and two reproduction magazine pouches for the MP-40 machine gun. These came out of the longtime collection of a very discerning collector. CONDITION: Magazines and loaders are extremely fine to near excellent with some patina but completely serviceable as are the the leather slings, which have more of a gray patina to their metal hardware. Reproduction magazine pouches are near mint. Demand for quality condition accessories like these seems to only increase year after year. JWK 2024-05-091

BAR PARTS AND MAGAZINES LOT.

Lot #1161 (Sale Order 28 of 324)

Very desirable B.A.R. parts include nearly all of the parts needed to complete a registered receiver with “9-53” with flaming bomb proofed barrel with sight hood and flash hider, gas cylinder assembly with 1st style gas regulator, and smooth World War II style forend, operating rod, composite buttstock with flip-up buttplate, buffer assembly complete with disks, and bag of other internal parts including two additional 3rd model gas regulators, bolt, firing pin, trigger frame assembly, trigger, sear, springs, both takedown pins, selector, ejector plate, rear sight assembly, charging handle, mainspring guide (no mainspring present), blank firing adapter, and screw-on muzzle break. The remainder of this lot comprises of B.A.R. magazines and bandoleers, and these are very desirable also. There are 38 magazines total, all are 20 round magazines. There are 4 of the early “S” marked magazines and 2 of the “M” marked magazines. The rest are of later, most WW II vintage. There are three “right” bandoleers of World War I vintage. Two are marked “PLANT BROS & CO” and dated “11-1918”. The other is, “P.B. & CO” and dated “7 – 1918”. There is also a set of World War II bandoleers marked “D.M.SHOE CO / 1942”. This is the right and left side, and this set has a magazine loading tool in an original “GEIB Incorporated / 1943” marked pouch hanging from the left bandoleer. A modern loadbearing harness is attached to this set. There is also a “BEARSE MFG CO / 1943” marked pouch with an unattached magazine loader. CONDITION: The B.A.R metal parts are extremely fine matte gray finish except for the operating rod carrier, which has suffered some moderate pitting on one side. Likely will clean up to be serviceable. Wood forend and composite buttstock are near excellent. Internal parts are near excellent. Bore is near excellent shiny and bright. The bandoleer material is extremely fine, the WWII bandoleer has some green corrosion on the ”lift-the-dot” fasteners with some rust stains in the interior of the pockets where some of the magazines suffered some light surface corrosion during storage. Perhaps 7-8 of the magazine show some light surface corrosion in areas. All will clean up. Several of the magazines have a deeper smooth blue finish but most have a gray parkerized finish. Overall this is a very desirable lot of Browning Automatic Rifle Parts. If you have a gun and no spare parts, or if you want some extremely fine bandoleers to complete your ensemble, this lot is for you. JWK 2024-05-147.

LOT OF THOMPSON AND WWII FIELD GEAR WITH A THOMPSON BOLT AND MAGAZINES.

Lot #1162 (Sale Order 29 of 324)

Lot consists of miscellaneous US field gear including a belt with 6 WWI-WWII M1911 magazine pouches. The pouches contain 2 magazines each. There is also a WWII web belt with post-WWII suspenders and gear. The gear contains 10 Thompson magazines. There is also an unmarked Thompson bolt and a 1911 leather shoulder holster marked "U.S. / ENGER-KRESS / 1944". Lastly, there is a Griswold bag marked "8300-442650". Talon zipper functions and the original strap is intact. All gear exhibits blemishes typical of field used equipment. CONDITION: Good.

LARGE LOT OF 30 ROUND THOMPSON MACHINE GUN MAGAZINES AND 20 ROUND M-14 MAGAZINES WITH M-14 FLASH HID

Lot #1163 (Sale Order 30 of 324)

This lot contains twenty-two 30 round Thompson magazines, mostly Seymour manufacturing, and 14 unmarked U.S.G.I. 20 round M-14 magazines. One muzzle/flash hider for M-14 is included. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Generally extremely fine original finish covered with preservative grease. Very nice grouping for the shooter of the Thompson and/or the M-14. Think of the convenience of loading (or having your relative load) these magazines up in advance and spending more time at the range shooting instead of loading. JWK 2024-05-152.

CZECH VZ-58 DISPLAY GUN WITH PARTS KIT.

Lot #1164 (Sale Order 31 of 324)

Lot consists of a gray finished "63" dated "she' Czech vz-58 display assault rifle built on a solid receiver with composite furniture and a matching finished magazine. An additional "60" dated parts kit with folding type stock is also included, which appears complete sans receiver with extra stock parts. 6 additional 30-round magazine and a leather 4 cell carrier also accompany this lot. CONDITION: Displays gun is very good with minor finish losses. Parts kit rates good.

SCARCE TO FIND HIGH CONDITION 9 MM BRAZILIAN MEKANIKA URU MACHINE GUN PARTS KIT.

Lot #1165 (Sale Order 32 of 324)

The Mekanika Uru machine gun is a very simple submachine gun which was produced and fielded in Brazil from 1977 to 1985. This is the "rifle" version with long barrel and wooden buttstock. Since they were in service all the way up until only a year before the Firearms Owner’s Protection Act cut off the ability to manufacture/remanufacture machine guns for private ownership in the United States, not many guns made their way here and were registered for private ownership. However, some kits, less the receiver, like this one, were imported. Hence, we offer here a near mint-in-the-box Uru machine gun parts kit with near excellent serviceable 9mm Parabellum 19” barrel intact. Buttstock, complete lower assembly with internals, bolt, mainspring, three original 30 round magazines, web carrying strap and cleaning brush, all in original factory cardboard box. CONDITION: Near mint in original box. Bore near excellent shiny and bright. Cannot improve much on the condition of these pieces. If you are one of the few with a registered Uru machine gun, and especially if you have the "pistol" version of this gun, these parts should be of particular interest to you. JWK 2024-05-146.

LARGE LOT OF UZI PARTS KITS, PARTS, AND ACCESSORIES.

Lot #1166 (Sale Order 33 of 324)

Lot consists of: 9mm magazines: Three 40 round, fifteen 32 round, seventeen 25 round magazines. All are steel, with some dark blued, but mostly gray matte finish. Two green canvas 3-cell “UZI” marked magazine pouches, one 2-cell “UZI” marked magazine pouch. Two green 2-cell nylon magazine pouch configured to take modern “U.S.” type pistol belt sliding clip fasteners. One light beige web 3-cell magazine pouch configured to take a “slide-through” belt. One green web 3-cell pouch configured to take a slide-through belt with a buckle at the top back for a support harness. One steel magazine loader. One “Uzi” marked wooden shoulder stock with hardware. One custom UZI stock with a recoil pad and a hole to put one's thumb through (no hardware). One robust custom UZI stock with a hard rubber buttplate (no hardware), and finally wood buttstock for which looks like it might be for a AKJ series of weapon (no hardware or buttplate. CONDITION: Magazines range in condition from fine to near excellent original finish. All the pouches are extremely fine to near excellent. Buttstocks are all extremely fine. A very nice variety of Uzi magazines and accessories. JWK 2024-05-148.

PAIR OF HIGH-CAPACITY MADSEN MODEL 50 MACHINE GUN MAGAZINES WITH REAR STOCK ASSEMBLIES.

Lot #1167 (Sale Order 34 of 324)

Contemporary fabrication of high capacity Madsen Model 50 machine gun magazines utilizing and welding together standard magazines so that the Madsen would have a capacity akin to that of a Lanchester. Very inventive! Also included in this lot are two cut rear receiver sections which include the folding tubular steel buttstocks, and one detached tubular steel buttstock assembly. CONDITION: Magazines have a near excellent black enamel finish upon remanufacture. Other parts range from extremely fine to good with some brown patina which should clean up. Remnants of leather on one of the shoulder loops. Nice lot for someone who has a Madsen. JWK 2024-05-092.

IMPRESSIVE LOT OF CARL GUSTAF SWEDISH K/ PORT SAID PARTS AND ACCESSORIES INCLUDING THREADED BARREL F

Lot #1170 (Sale Order 35 of 324)

Parts lot includes threaded barrel for Swedish K which will accommodate a silencer as well as another complete barrel assembly with shroud and sight. One complete lower assembly with trigger, another "Port Said" partial lower assembly, detached folding shoulder loop with grip, three end caps with inserts, two mainsprings, three sets of luminous dot sights in leather cases, one complete bolt, one trunnion, one front sight and one rear sight guard, one two-cell magazine pouch, and one brown leather holster with cleaning rod. Also a zip-lock bag with many small parts, some torch-cut receiver pieces, and an original informational manual (in English) printed in Sweden for Interarmco. CONDITION: Overall extremely fine, with the exception of the Port Said lower, which has a gray patina. Bore of standard barrel is extremely fine, shiny and bright. Bore of threaded barrel is clean rifling, yet dark. Bolt is extremely fine and serviceable. Very nice offering. Don’t miss the other Swedish K parts and accessories lots in this same auction. JWK 2024-05-095.

SWEDISH K BARREL WITH BIPOD.

Lot #1171 (Sale Order 36 of 324)

Really neat Carl Gustaf Model 45 (Swedish K) barrel and bipod assembly for shooting your Swedish K from a more steady position. Only a few pistol caliber machine guns were ever equipped to shoot from a bipod. This is a very solid adaptation ready to screw onto your gun and take to the range. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine with gray patina on the shroud and muzzle break with near excellent finish on the barrel. Bore is near excellent, shiny and bright. Great piece for the recreational shooter. JWK 2024-05-096

EARLY GERMAN MG-3 GROUND TRIPOD WITH PERISCOPE AND CARRYING STRAPS.

Lot #1172 (Sale Order 37 of 324)

Very nice early German MG-3 (soft) mount suitable for the MG-42 machine gun. Many prefer this mount for recreational use when shooting their MG-42 machine guns as these mounts are lighter and more manageable than the traditional Lafette tripods. Green web carrying straps are present with this mount as well as clear optical periscope. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish extremely fine original green paint. Leather covers somewhat worn yet in serviceable condition. Optics are clear. JWK 2024-05-108

GORDON HERIGSTAD PRODUCED THOMPSON “VIOLA” CASE DESIGNED FOR THE ORIGINAL COLT AND MODEL

Lot #1173 (Sale Order 38 of 324)

Produced in 2009 by Gordon Herigstad, these cases were designed with the Thompson lover and enthusiast in mind. Primarily designed for the original Colt Thompsons, they will fit the 1921A, 1921AC, 1928 Navy, and also will the 1928A1. If your Thompson has a sling, it will still fit if you fold the sling under the compensator. This case will accommodate one each of a “C” drum and “L” drum as well as four stick mags of either 20 rounds or 30 rounds. There is also a small rectangle designed to accommodate a box of cartridges. There is a fabric cover included that will protect your gun from rubbing against the inside top of the case, and also can serve to protect your gun when you place it on a surface. According to Herigstad, if one wants to carry their M1 or M1A1 Thompson in this case, they need only lift out the divider board from the center, lay the fabric cover into the bottom, and then place the (non-compensator equipped) gun in place. Herigstad ordered a brass plate with a consecutive number starting at “41” to be affixed to each case. This is case number “45”. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Near mint throughout, with no evidence of a gun ever being placed into it, with some wrinkles in the formed top felt inside the lid. This may be the way all of these cases were formed. This is one of those items I have heard many Thompson collectors state, “I wish I had purchased one when they were available.” Well, these surface for sale VERY infrequently, and almost never separate from a gun. This is about as nice a specimen as one could ever hope to find. For the Thompson collector who appreciates quality as well as functionality. As one bystander at a range once said, “Surely your Thompson deserves the best possible case to transport it in.” JWK 2024-05-045

VALUABLE SAW-CUT BRITISH STERLING MK 4 (L2A3) MACHINE GUN PARTS KIT WITH GOOD BARREL AND STOCK ATTAC

Lot #1174 (Sale Order 39 of 324)

Scarce to find these days, this is a saw-cut British Sterling machine gun parts kit with extremely fine condition parts, including barrel, bolt with charging handle, shroud, magazine housing with magazine catch, magazine, rear of tube with rear sight and end cap, mainspring and buffers, handgrip assembly with spare near mint handgrip, and swing out shoulder stock assembly in plastic bag, as well as green web sling. CONDITION: Extremely fine overall with bore of barrel extremely fine to near excellent, shiny and bright. Bolt face also extremely fine. Remnant of receiver tube on shoulder stock has weld damage. One does not see kits like these available anymore. They only surface very rarely. This could be made up into a display gun with the addition of the correct diameter tubing and appropriate effort, but these are great spare parts as they are! JWK 2024-05-133.

JOHN F. KENNEDY PRESENTATION TIFFANY CALENDAR COMMEMORATING THE CUBAN MISSILE CRISIS TO GENERAL EARL

Lot #1175 (Sale Order 40 of 324)

This small gift of appreciation was commissioned by President John F. Kennedy and presented by him to his closest advisors following the peaceful conclusion of the Cuban Missile Crisis. This is one of the rarest and most important presidential gifts. Kennedy designed, and had Tiffany & Company make, sterling silver October 1962 calendars to present to his inner circle of advisors. It is believed that JFK only presented 34 of these calendar paperweights to people in his strategic inner circle. The initials of the recipient were engraved on the upper left and Kennedy's initials were engraved on the upper right. Etched more deeply and boldly than the others are the 13 days of the crisis, October 16-28, when the world stood on the precipice of nuclear war, and the Kennedy administration pursued the path of peace. The president presented this calendar to General Earle G. Wheeler, Chief of Staff of the United States Army at the time. His initials, "E.G.W.", are engraved at the correct location on the upper left corner. The president's initials, "J.F.K.", are correctly engraved on the upper right. Marked "TIFFANY & CO STERLING." on the bottom right corner in small capital letters. There are scattered blemishes throughout with scratches to the calendar but all markings remain legible. Wood border exhibits light wear with the felt base exhibiting soiling, yet remaining intact. CONDITION: Very good.

(C) JOHNSON AUTOMATICS M1941 SEMI AUTOMATIC RIFLE.

Lot #1181 (Sale Order 41 of 324)

Manufactured in 1941 in the "B" production block. Some "B" prefix Johnson rifles are known to have been in the possession of the USMC during World War II; the Marine Corps procured 750 rifles in total. The parkerized barrel is stamped under the heat shield "J.A. / 30-06" as well as discreetly import marked "IA CO" on the side. Standard protected blade front sight and adjustable rear sight graduated to 900 meters. Barrel bushing marked ".30-06" and "41". Receiver stamped on top with maker, model, patent information, and with "CRANSTON / ARMS" logo. Standard 2-piece walnut stocks with a checkered steel butt plate. Complete with leather sling, bayonet, and leather scabbard. CONDITION: Good. Rifle finish has largely faded to a dark gray patina with evidence of cleaned oxidation. Stock has a darkened appearance with some scattered impressions. Dark frosted bore. Good mechanics. Bayonet is very good. Accessories: Bayonet Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .30-06 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Johnson Automatics Model: 1941 Serial Number: B6461

(C) JOHNSON AUTOMATIC M1941 SEMI AUTOMATIC RIFLE.

Lot #1182 (Sale Order 42 of 324)

During World War II, the USMC acquired approximately 750 of these semi automatic rifles, including some in this serial number block with A prefixes. Standard 23" barrel, protected blade front sight, and adjustable peep sight graduated to 1000 meters. Barrel bushing marked ".30-06" and "41" with a 7-row perforated heat shield. Bolt serial number matches, a rather unusual occurrence for these rifles, which were often assembled without regard to internal serial numbers. Receiver stamped on top with maker, model, and patent information, and with "CRANSTON / ARMS" logo at the rear. Standard 2-piece walnut stocks with a checkered steel butt plate. Butt plate stamped with "477" rack number. CONDITION: Very good overall. Significant portions of what appears to be the original finishes are retained throughout, starting to fade to patina with some expected wear. Stocks are very good with some scattered impressions. Bore retains strong rifling with frosting in the grooves. Fine mechanics. An honest, above-average example of an increasingly desirable WWII rifle. Barrel Length: 23" Caliber/Bore: .30-06 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Length of Pull: 13" Manufacturer: Johnson Automatic inc. Model: M1941 Serial Number: 6561

(C) WINCHESTER MODEL 1897 SLIDE ACTION TRENCH SHOTGUN.

Lot #1183 (Sale Order 43 of 324)

Per an included factory letter, the serial number was applied to this Model 1897 on December 30, 1918. This example number E705546 falls at the very end of World War I trench gun contract production, the generally accepted production block running from E613000 to E705000. In April 2004 Sigarms took in a large grouping of WWI 1897 trench guns on trade from the Richmond Police Department which, for the most part, had been in storage since WWII and remained in non-rebuilt built original WWI configuration. Richmond PD originally acquired the guns from the Virginia National Guard around 1924, who in turn received them from the Army about 1921. The treasure trove was purchased by Interstate Arms and later sold by Ivanhoe. Although this example is not included among the 74 guns on a list compiled March of 2005 by the owner of Interstate Arms (see Canfield "Complete Guide to United States Military Combat Shotguns" p. 286), it does fall between the last 2 numbers listed. Before the guns were transferred to Ivanhoe, a few were sold directly by Interstate Arms, presumably including this example. Finished in standard blue, this shotgun is fitted with a correct 20" cylinder choked barrel with heat shield. The 6 row perforated heat shield bears early "PAT. APPL. FOR" marking above the bayonet lug. Although of an earlier vintage than the gun, it is known that the Richmond PD swapped some of the heat shields after removing them for a brief stint of use in patrol cars. Solid frame without US markings, as is correct for non-rebuilt WWI trench guns. Buttstock is plain walnut with rear sling swivel and checkered composite WRACO butt plate. CONDITION: Very good overall. Gun retains the vast majority of its original factory applied finish with some areas drifting to brown patina including the top of the receiver. Scattered marks and moderate wear present throughout. Stocks retain their original surfaces with some scattered impressions and a few older splits at the wrist. Very good, bright and shiny bore. Smooth mechanics. An excellent WWI era time capsule trench gun. Barrel Length: 20" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 GA Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1897 Paperwork: Factory Letter, Documentation Serial Number: E705546

(M) VERY NICE MAS FR F2 BOLT ACTION SNIPER RIFLE WITH RARE SCOPE AND ACCESSORIES.

Lot #1184 (Sale Order 44 of 324)

The standard issue French sniper rifle since 1986. This example was imported by Navy Arms and remains in classic configuration. Strengthened phosphate finished MAS 36 based bolt action marked on the left with pertinent information. Matching numbered black polymer barrel shroud forend with integral sights, folding aluminum bipod, and rubber cover. Standard hardwood stock with serrated pistol grip and serrated composite butt plate. As is rarely seen on examples in the United States, a Scrome J8F1 scope and mount with case and rubber eyepieces accompanies this lot. A standard sealed kit with 2 10-round magazines with carrier, stock extensions, cheekpieces, sling, cleaning kit, and manual is also included. CONDITION: Very good overall. Rifle retains the vast majority of its arsenal finishes with some moderate wear. Stocks have some expected scattered dings and nicks. Very good, well defined bore. Fine mechanics. Scope has some surface scratching on the housing but crystal clear optics. A very nice example of a scarce sniper rifle with rarely encountered optic. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: 7.62x51mm FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: MAS Model: FR F2 Serial Number: F.101224

(M) MAS FR F2 BOLT ACTION SNIPER RIFLE WITH ACCESSORIES.

Lot #1185 (Sale Order 45 of 324)

Based on the MAS 36 action, the MAS FR F2 has served as France's primary sniper rifle since 1986. This Navy Arms imported example is fitted with the standard 24" barrel chambered in 7.62 NATO with flash hider. Strengthened bolt action correctly marked on the left with pertinent information. Matching numbered black polymer Vigifelin barrel shroud with integral iron sights and folding aluminum bipod. Pistol grip style stock with adjustable sections added for length and a ribbed composite butt plate. Complete with still sealed packet of accessories which includes 2 10-round magazines in a green carrier, sling, cheek pieces, cleaning kit, and manual. Also accompanied by a rubberized case and Navy Arms made optic mount. CONDITION: Good. Steel components retains have turned a silvery patina. Aluminum components retains significant portions of worn original finish. Furniture likewise shows heavy handling and wear throughout but no major sign of distress. Very good, bright and shiny bore with sharp rifling throughout. Fine mechanics. Accessories: Kit Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: 7.62x51mm FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: MAS Model: FR F2 Serial Number: F03325

(C) A VERY RARE AND EARLY COLT 1911 .45 ACP SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL FROM A NAVY SHIPMENT WITH A DESIRA

Lot #1187 (Sale Order 46 of 324)

Per "U.S. Military Automatic Pistols 1894-1920" by Meadows, this pistol was part of the 1000 gun shipment sent to the U.S. Navy Yard, Brooklyn, New York, on May 1st, 1912. Half moon front sight, round top U notch rear sight, left side with two-line two-block patent and address information, February 14th 1911 last date, and encircled rampant Colt at rear, right side with "MODEL OF 1911. U.S. NAVY". Marked with a horizontal "H" at top of firing pin retaining plate channel. Barrel with intertwined "HP" sharing on a leg on hood, "K" and "G" ahead of lug. Frame with "H" and "R" near disconnector. Left side of dust cover with "UNITED STATES PROPERTY", "WGP" above magazine release, and serial number "No. 2635" on right side of dust cover. Small parts comprise spurred checkered hammer, thin tab safety with milled relief cut, slide release with milled relief cut, long smooth trigger, checkered magazine release with first model magazine release catch, short 1911 grip safety, and smooth flat mainspring housing with lanyard loop. Truncated diamond walnut magazines, magazine with dual pinned base, refinished in a matte blue. CONDITION: Overall very good, especially considering the age of the piece. Retains approximately half of the original factory blue finish throughout, with most retained in protected areas on frame, mixed with smooth dove grey and a mild chocolate mossing throughout. Appropriate distension to proofs from application throughout. Straps essentially dove grey with spotted mossing. Mechanically fine, bore is very good with strong rifling and some mild frosting at grooves. This is a very rare 1911, and most of these guns saw extremely hard use. Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1911 Serial Number: 2635

(C) MAGNIFICENT ENGRAVED BERGMANN SIMPLEX SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1188 (Sale Order 47 of 324)

An improvement over earlier Bergmann designs, only around 4,000 of these magazine-fed concealable semi-automatic pistols were produced circa 1901 to 1903. This example is finished in attractive rust blue and luxuriously engraved with finely line shaded, deep vine and foliate engraving. Standard tapered round barrel with rib and half moon front sight tastefully engraved around the muzzle and breech, proofed with a double crown over "U". The rich panel engraving extends from the barrel rib onto the receiver with significant coverage. Reviver also proofed with a double crown over "U" and marked "PAT." on the left. As is seen on known factory engraved examples, the straw trigger, hammer, and safety are also lightly engraved. Grips are standard wrap-around hard rubber, checkered with "Simplex" in script on each side. Grip cap is relief engraved with the initials "PS" very tastefully incorporated into foliates. CONDITION: Fine. Pistol retains the vast majority of its rich blued finish with freckling and some mild toning. Strong straw colors displayed on the hammer and safety, the trigger also retaining strong traces. Grips have only mild handling marks. Heavily frosted, worn bore. Fine mechanics. A remarkably attractive and rare early European semi automatic pistol. A fine addition to any collection of such arms. Barrel Length: 2 - 3/8" Caliber/Bore: 8mm Simplex FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Bergmann Model: Simplex Serial Number: 3724

(C) RUSSIAN CONTRACT COLT 1911 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL

Lot #1189 (Sale Order 48 of 324)

As per the included copy of a Colt letter, this pistol was shipped as part of a shipment of 2,500 on March 31st, 1916, directly to the Russian Government. These pistols were produced in 2 distinct variations, one as standard Government Models, and the other with special Cyrillic markings on the dust cover that translate to "English Make"; those marks typically appear on numbers above 50,000, and are not present on this gun. These rare guns were shipped into Murmansk and Archangel before distribution to Russian forces; beyond that little of their history is known, however, there is one account that a 1911 was used to kill the Romanovs. Standard configuration parts include half-moon front sight, U-notch rear sight, 2 line 2 block patent and address information on left side of slide, with uncircled Rampant Colt at the rear of the slide, right side with Colt caliber information. Frame with "GOVERNMENT MODEL", serial number, and small subinspections. Spurred checkered hammer, checkered slide release with milled relief area, checkered thin tab safety with milled area, long milled trigger, checkered magazine release, short 1911 grip safety, smooth flat mainspring housing with lanyard loop, checkered walnut grip scales. 2-tone magazine. CONDITION: Overall very good, retaining the majority, approximately 60-70% of the Colt bluing, with silvering and handling marks throughout, concentrated to slide. Typical takedown mark and pings around slide release from improper installation. Appropriate distension around proofs from application of stamp. Straps have thinning and silvering throughout, consistent with the heavy use these pistols underwent. Grips appear to be period replacements. Mechanically fine, excepting occasional tendency to hammer follow, bore is excellent with strong rifling and some mild frosting. No import mark observed. This is a very good example of a very scarce pistol. Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1911 Paperwork: Copy of Factory Letter Serial Number: C32898

(C) PUBLISHED JAPANESE TYPE 1 HAMADA SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL, ONE OF ONLY 27 KNOWN.

Lot #1190 (Sale Order 49 of 324)

Bunji Hamada's pistols are extremely scarce. Originally, Hamada worked in the Hamada Gun Shop, opened by his father in 1895, specializing in sporting arms, and was an active participant in the business; Hamada actually built the first domestically produced superposed Japanese shotgun in 1927, and was using it to bust clays as late as 1981. In 1941, the war effort made it impossible to source raw materials for anything other than military guns, and so Hamada was forced to turn from sporting arms to military production. His first design was in 7.65mm (.32 ACP) and approximately 4500-5000 of them were produced; only 27 have been found, and are all in a fairly narrow 700 gun serial number block. This example is listed by serial number on page 237 of "Japanese Military Cartridge Handguns 1893-1945" by Derby and Brown, as a Type VIII variation, manufactured 1943, no final approval stamp, 6 slide serrations, numbered on the rear grip strap, revised grip panels, no slide serial number recess, revised serial number dies, no slide identification or muzzle crown, and the revised Tokyo plant symbol and disassembly arrow. CONDITION: This is an exemplary example that still remains in original condition, retaining the majority of the fine bluing that Hamada developed as part of his sporting arm business. Most losses are to the slide and grip straps consistent with holster wear and carry, including losses at the cocking serrations commensurate with use. Grip straps are essentially patina with faded traces of bluing at the edges. Grips are very good with some handling marks. Mechanically fine, bore is very good with strong, softened rifling and mild frosting throughout. This is an extremely scarce pistol with excellent condition. Barrel Length: 3 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .32 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Japan Model: Type 1 Hamada Serial Number: R2959

(C) OUTSTANDING, VERY SCARCE, ONE OF 17 JAPANESE TYPE 2 HAMADA SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL, PUBLISHED IN "

Lot #1191 (Sale Order 50 of 324)

A refinement of the Type I Hamada, the Type II's largest change was the change from .32 ACP to 8mm Nambu, but the grip angle and overall profile were also adjusted. The pistols were approved by the Ordnance Burearu in June of 1943, and production was slated to begin in an idle textile plant in Notobe, from where they were to be delivered to Toriimatsu while "in the white". Approximately 1,500 of the guns were completed, and 4,000 incomplete guns were in production, but only 500 were processed by Toriimatsu. Of the 17 known pistols, all are in-the-white, indicating that they never reached Toriimatsu; it is possible that the completed guns were sent to mainland China, as there are known photos of Mantsu Railway guards with what appears to be these pistols, but nobody is truly sure. See "Japanese Military Cartridge Handguns 1893-1945" by Derby and Brown, Chapter 9, for an in-depth discussion of these guns, including listing this gun on pg. 247: it is the third lowest number known, with only 2 and 6 lower. This example, serial number 10, is in the white, with a correctly blued magazine latch leaf spring. Matching "10" serial numbers observed on lightening cut out on top of slide, right side of frame, and back of magazine. Left side of slide marked with Notobe cruciform stamp and "Ni Shiki" for "Type 2". The extractor is in-the-white, instead of blued, but appears to have been in place for some time and is possibly original. CONDITION: Overall very good to excellent, particularly when considering the scarcity. The pistol appears to have gotten some oxidation at some point, and has been cleaned (which may explain the lack of bluing on the extractor) with some mossing and polish marks throughout, heaviest spot on the right side of the muzzle. Stocks are very good with some handling mars and abraded heads, right scale has a strike across the center. Mechanically fine, bore has strong visible rifling and mild frosting throughout. This, and the preceding Type I, represent a very rare opportunity in the landscape of Japanese handgun collecting. Barrel Length: 3 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: 8mm Nambu FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Japan Model: Type 2 Hamada Serial Number: 10

(C) A VERY SCARCE NORTH AMERICAN ARMS 1911 .45 ACP SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1192 (Sale Order 51 of 324)

This is one of just over 100 original prototype, or tool room sample pistols, manufactured by North American Arms Co. Ltd. of Quebec City, Canada. North American was awarded a US Ordnance Department contract (#WAR ORD P-11092-1953SA) on July 1, 1918, to produce 500,000 pistols at the rate of 2,000 pistols per day, at a cost of $15.50 each. North American’s production facilities were housed in the Ross Rifle factory, but the armistice that November caused the contract to be cancelled on December 4, 1918. As a result, North American Arms never delivered any pistols or spare parts to the US Government under the contract. In addition to the maker’s marking on the left side of the slide, North American Arms pistols differ from other contract-made Model 1911s by having an uncheckered hammer, no lanyard loop on the mainspring housing, serial number on the left rear of the slide, and no US acceptance or inspection stamps. Information gleaned from an ex-North American Arms employee indicates that a few of the late guns in the series were left in-the-white and were subsequently given a blued finish by one of the gunshops operating in Quebec City at the time. This example is also accompanied by a 1914 dated and Canadian property marked brass reinforced woven Mills 305 holster. CONDITION: Overall very good. The metal retains 95-97% of the commercial quality blue finish with some fading along the high edges and projections. Some subtle mottling is present along the sides of the slide, but the markings remain clear and the edges are still sharp and crisp. The checkered, double diamond grips are likewise in very good shape, with some minor wear and flattening of the points on either panel. The magazine is in good condition, but has two areas of cleaned pitting that have gray metal surrounding them. The pistol is mechanically excellent, with a fine, bright bore. Accessories: Holster Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: North American Arms Model: 1911 Serial Number: 97

(C) TOKYO ARSENAL BABY NAMBU SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH 2 MATCHING MAGAZINES.

Lot #1193 (Sale Order 52 of 324)

The Baby Nambu was so named as it looked like a scaled down version of the previous "Grandpa" and "Papa" Nambus. While it was never officially adopted, it was approved for private purchase, but the cost and the preference for the sword as the sidearm of choice made it so that the Baby struggled to gain traction. Typical configuration in 7mm Nambu with barleycorn front sight, V-ntoch rear sight, right side of slide with kanji for "Nambu Shiki" (lit. Nambu Type), Tokyo Arsenal "stacked cannonballs" on top of slide ahead of ejection port. Matching full or partial serial numbers observed on slide, bolt lock, bolt, locking block, barrel (internally, on lug), recoil spring guide, cocking knob, and magazine; due to the condition of the pistol, the trigger assembly was not disassembled. Two piece checkered walnut groups. With a spare magazine, which is also numbered to the gun. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining virtually all of the factory bluing throughout, with some silvering to sharpest edges, such as the recoil spring housing, lanyard loop, and some reciprocating areas. Mechanically fine, bore is excellent, with strong rifling and some minor frosting. Grips are excellent. Finding a Baby Nambu in this kind of condition is very rare, and even rarer when they have two matching magazines. Accessories: 2 Magazines Total Barrel Length: 3 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: 7mm Nambu FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Tokyo Arsenal Model: Baby Nambu Serial Number: 2364

(C) SCARCE PRE-WAR ENGRAVED COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL 1911 .45 ACP SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1194 (Sale Order 53 of 324)

Shipped October 24, 1927, to John Prizlaff Hardware & Co. Milwaukee, Wisconsin in a shipment of one. Letter confirms configuration as 5" barrel in .45 ACP with Not Listed finish and stocks (blue and checkered wood) and factory engraved. Engraving consists of floral scroll and wrigglework borders on slide panel markings and scattered accenting scrollwork on frame and small parts in total about 25% coverage. Mounted with a pair of ivory stocks with Rampant Colt medallions in either grip panel. Other features include half moon front sight, rounded top "U" notch rear sight, checkered slide stop, checkered thick tab safety, checkered short trigger, checkered magazine release, checkered spur hammer, and checkered rounded mainspring housing with lanyard loop. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Excellent, with about 90-95% of the original blue finish remaining with scattered light handling marks. Trigger is marked with evidence of a trigger shoe being installed. Grips show no major signs of distress. Mechanically fine. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Government Model Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: C154727

(C) FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1903 POCKET HAMMERLESS SEMI AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1195 (Sale Order 54 of 324)

Shipped on February 2nd, 1939, to Lou Eppinger, Inc. in Detroit, Michigan, as a .32 caliber blued finish Grade A factory engraved gun in a shipment of the only gun of its type. Barrel length is blank and type of stocks are "Not Listed" indicating they were factory standard for the period. Currently configuration is as it left the factory as noted in accompanying factory letter, with Grade A factory engraving comprising of about 25% coverage floral scroll on a punchdot background with accenting borders on factory stampings. Currently mounted with 2 piece ivory grips inset with silver Rampant Colt medallions on each side; included are the correct checkered walnut factory grips inset with Rampant Colt medallions on each side. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Excellent+, with nearly all of the original factory bluing remaining with the exception of scattered minor handling marks and minor high edge wear. Both sets of grips are excellent with no major signs of distress. Mechanically fine. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Accessories: Grips Barrel Length: 3 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .32 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1903 Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 539314

(C) VERY EARLY FIRST YEAR OF PRODUCTION COLT MODEL 1911 SEMI AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1196 (Sale Order 55 of 324)

Manufactured in 1912. Features include half moon front sight, rounded top "U" notch rear sight, milled relief cut knurled slide lock, smooth long trigger, checkered magazine release with early dimple magazine catch lock, knurled milled relief cut thick tab safety, knurled spur hammer, and smooth mainspring housing with lanyard loop. Mounted with checkered large diamond wood grips. Accompanied by an unmarked 2 tone Colt lanyard loop magazine. Left side of slide is marked with Colt manufacture panel and Rampant Colt near slide serrations. Right side of slide is marked "MODEL OF 1911. U.S. ARMY". Bottom of slide is marked with "Z" inspector mark, and "H" inspector mark was observed above firing pin retaining plate. Frame is marked with US Property mark and WGP inspector cartouche. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Very good, as mostly cleaned and worn to a gray patina with 30-35% of the bright original bluing remaining. Slide lock, trigger, safety, and hammer are replacements, but are excellent, retaining the vast majority of their brushed original bluing. Grips are mostly worn smooth, with no major cracks or signs of distress. Mechanically fine. Bore is frosted with sharp rifling. Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1911 Serial Number: 1250

(C) VERY RARE SIAMESE MAUSER BANNER ARTILLERY LUGER SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH MATCHING STOCK.

Lot #1197 (Sale Order 56 of 324)

Out of the 450 Lugers obtained by Siam in 1936 and 1937, of which only 100 were artillery models. Stamped on the toggle is the Mauser Banner logo, and on top of the chamber is "1936". On the left side of the receiver is a "(Crown) / U" inspector's proof. It is import marked just below the serial number. 'ODEN/ALEX VA/9MM/GERMANY'' It has four correct Thai characters on the back of the frame. This is an all matching numbers gun including the correct magazine and correct shoulder stock. The stock is numbered on the left forward side instead of on the iron. CONDITION: This gun retains some of the original factory applied blue finish. Most of the gun has turned to a pleasing brownish patina. Fair bore with some slight frosting in the lands and grooves. The checkering on the grips show some wear. they are not cracked or chipped. The original stock is in good condition. A very rare and desirable contract Luger. Accessories: Stock Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: 9mm Para FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Mauser Model: Artillery Luger Serial Number: 3535v

(C) JOHNSON AUTOMATICS M1941 SEMI AUTOMATIC RIFLE.

Lot #1198 (Sale Order 57 of 324)

Although quantities of M1941 rifles in the no prefix serial number block are known to have been in USMC possession during WWII, this example appears to have been a Dutch contract gun acquired surplus by Winfield Arms and sold as their lightly modified "Standard Sporter" in the 1950s or 60s. Rifle is fitted with an unmarked replacement barrel as is correct for these guns with ramped gold bead front sight without bayonet lug. Adjustable rear aperture sight has been modified into a "V", similar to some WWII USMC modified examples. Parkerized receiver stamped on top with maker, model, and patent information, and with "CRANSTON / ARMS" logo at the rear. Replacement 2-piece walnut pistol grip stocks with Winfield Arms rubber recoil pad and unfilled sling swivel hole on the grip. Rifle is accompanied by an original checkered steel military butt plate as well as an unattached sight hood. CONDITION: Very good. Rifle retains the vast majority of its matte finish with only moderate wear. Stocks have some scattered field impressions. Pad shows heavy deterioration. Very good, strong and bright bore. Fine mechanics. Accessories: Parts Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: .30-06 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Johnson Automatics Model: 1941 Serial Number: 2928

(C) JOHNSON M1941 SEMI AUTOMATIC RIFLE.

Lot #1199 (Sale Order 58 of 324)

Manufactured in 1941, some rifles in the "B" prefix serial number block are known to have been in USMC possession during World War II. Standard 23" parkerized barrel, protected blade front sight, and adjustable peep sight graduated to 1000 meters. Barrel bushing marked ".30-06" and "41" with a 7-row perforated heat shield. Bolt is from the "B" production block although does not match the rifle serial number, a common occurrence as these rifles are believed to have been assembled at the factory without care to match internal numbers. Receiver stamped on top with maker, model, and patent information, and with "CRANSTON / ARMS" logo at the rear. Walnut stocks are of the pattern used on Winfield Arms "Standard Sporters". An ill fitting military butt plate and aftermarket rear sling swivel have been added at some point. CONDITION: Good. Rifle retains strong traces of what appears to be original finish, fading to a gray brown patina. Stocks have some scattered dings but no sign of major distress. Bore has worn but visible rifling and heavy frosting. Fine mechanics. Barrel Length: 23" Caliber/Bore: .30-06 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Johnson Automatic inc. Model: M-1941 Serial Number: B3378

(A) MARTIALLY MARKED COLT FIRST MODEL DRAGOON PERCUSSION REVOLVER WITH DESIRABLE US DRAGOONS MARKED

Lot #1200 (Sale Order 59 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1849 in classic configuration. Barrel address reads toward muzzle. Cylinder is marked with Texas Ranger roll die scene with desirable "U.S. Dragoons" marking. Martially marked on major components, with the remnants of "U.S" stamping on frame now obfuscated. Mounted with 1 piece walnut grips with faint outlines of cartouches and "B" sub-inspector marked on butt. Matching serial numbers observed on rammer, barrel, cylinder arbor, cylinder, frame, trigger guard, and butt. Wedge is not serial numbered. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Very good, with iron assemblies turned a freckled gray patina. Brass trigger guard and backstrap have turned a mellow patina. Grips are very good as lightly sanded and finish added with no major signs of distress. Cartouches are illegible. Mechanically operable, hammer stops are soft. Bore is dark with defined rifling. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Dragoon Serial Number: 7071

(A) HISTORIC BRACE OF COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVERS INSCRIBED TO MEDAL OF HONOR RECIEPIE

Lot #1201 (Sale Order 60 of 324)

Manufactured in 1863 at the height of the Civil War, numbered rather close together, 136314 and 136096. Revolvers feature standard octagonal barrel with pin front sights, New York addresses, naval scene rolled percussion cylinders, silver plated brass grip straps, and varnished walnut 1-piece grips. Both back straps are period engraved "To J.C. Hunterson Co. B. 3rd Penn. Cav / From his comrads". Born in 1841 in Philadelphia, John C. Hunterson mustered into Company B of the 3rd Pennsylvania Cavalry July 23, 1861. He was awarded the Medal of Honor on August 2, 1897, for his actions on June 5, 1862, at Fair Oaks, Virginia, as his citation reads “While under fire, between the lines of the two armies, voluntarily gave up his own horse to an engineer officer whom he was accompanying on a reconnaissance and whose horse had been killed, thus enabling the officer to escape with valuable papers in his possession.”. Serving as an orderly for an engineering officer carrying important, detailed maps of the Army of the Potomac’s III Corps from an earlier meeting with Brigadier Generals Hooker, Sickles, and Grover, Hunterson risked his own life and actually fell under Confederate capture (before escaping), allowing the officer to escape on his own horse. Hunterson's actions kept the valuable information out of Confederate hands, which could have led to a disastrous outcome. After continued service, Hunterson mustered out August 24, 1864, likely when he was presented this pair of revolvers. CONDITION: Good, as heavily used. Revolvers display a rich, even gray patina with legible markings. Cylinder scenes are worn but partially visible. Grip straps retain traces of silver and display an overall mottled mellow golden mustard patina. Gun (A) has some harsher hammer marks on the butt with some additional period engraving illegible underneath. Grips show heavy use with wear, nicks, and finish loss. Gun (A) also has losses on each side of the grip at the toe. Matching numbers observed throughout both guns, Gun (B) has a replaced wedge. A few screws also appear to be replacements. A truly historic pair of Civil War inscribed Colts. They would make a prime addition to any collection of Civil War arms. Barrel Length: (BOTH) 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: (BOTH) .36 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: (BOTH) Colt Model: (BOTH) 1851 Navy Paperwork: Research Serial Number: (A) 136314 (B) 136096

(A) FINE CASED, YOUNG ENGRAVED COLT 1849 POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

Lot #1202 (Sale Order 61 of 324)

This incredibly attractive Colt Model 1849 Pocket revolver was manufactured in 1858 and features wonderful Gustave Young factory engraving, his foliate scroll covering the barrel lug, loading lever lug, frame, and hammer. Hammer is engraved on each side with a classic wolf head, and an additional signature wolf head is concealed within a scroll on the left side of the barrel lug. Revolver is fitted with a polish blued 6" octagonal barrel engraved with old English script "Saml Colt" with flourishes, as well as a rope band around the muzzle. Frame engraved on the left side with "COLTS / PATENT" in an arc. Cylinder is standard 5-shot .31 caliber percussion roll stamped with the stagecoach holdup scene. Grip straps are silver plated and engraved with scroll and ray flourishes. Smooth 1-piece ivory grips. Matching numbers over with "I" mark designating ivory grips observed throughout. Revolver is housed in a portioned mahogany case with dual cavity Colt's Patent mold, brown lacquered Colt's Patent eagle motif flask, L tool, sealed wrapped 250 count Eley cap tin, 2 packets of combustible envelope cartridges, spare nipples, and a spare wedge. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Near excellent. Barrel retains the vast majority of its brilliant original blue with some high edge wear and spots of toning. Cylinder also retains the majority of its blue with a largely legible cylinder scene, the balance fading to gray patina. Strong, attractive case colors displayed on frame, hammer, and loading lever. Grip straps retain nearly all of their richly toned silver plate, a few spots starting to thin to brass. Grips exhibit an even cream patina. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Crisp mechanics. Case and accessories are fine overall. A highly attractive Young engraved Colt that displays very well with its accessories. A great addition to any collection. Accessories: Case, accessories Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .31 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1849 Pocket Serial Number: 140438

(A) DELUXE ENGRAVED MODEL 1851 NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER

Lot #1203 (Sale Order 62 of 324)

Manufactured in 1853 per serial number. Matching serial numbers on all major components, including wedge and loading lever. 7 - 1/2" barrel marked one-line "ADDRESS SAM'L COLT NEW YORK CITY". Blue with case-hardened frame, loading lever and hammer. Silver plated brass trigger guard and backstrap. One-piece burl walnut grips with piano finish. Engraved in Gustave Young style featuring Germanic scrolls on a punch dot background. Wolfs head motif on hammer. Gothic dog motif on left barrel lug. Left side of frame hand engraved "COLTS PATENT". Scroll engraving on barrel muzzle and barrel lug. Scroll engraving on frame, hammer, trigger guard, and backstap. All screw heads and wedge are engraved. CONDITION: Excellent+ overall. Barrel is a very pleasing, thinning blue turning to patina overall. Nearly all bright case color on back of hammer. The frame, loading lever, and balance of hammer have traces of case color turning a gunmetal grey patina. 97-98% original silver plating on trigger guard and backstrap. Burl walnut grips have most all of the piano finish showing little wear. Cylinder is excellent plus showing a strong W.L. Ormsby naval battle scene with 15-20% original blue turning a blue/brown patina overall. Overall an extremely clean and attractive 1851 Navy. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .36 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1851 Serial Number: 23620

(A) OUTSTANDING PAIR OF FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT 1851 NAVY REVOLVERS COMMISSIONED AND PURCHASED BY VICT

Lot #1204 (Sale Order 63 of 324)

Gifts given to royal personages are not uncommon, as they were used to curry favor by means of lavish gifts; neither are guns owned by royalty, who had the means to purchase ornate weaponry. What is rarer is gifts given by royalty to specific members of their retinue. This pair of pistols is one of the latter, inscribed on the lid escutcheon with the crown of Savoy used by Victor Emmanuel II, with the hinge engraved "Dono di S.M. il Re V.E. Al Generale Di Sanfront", which translates to "Given by His Majesty the King Victor Emmanuel to General Di Sanfront". Victor Emmanuel II was a massively important figure for Italy, as the first king of unified Italy, while Alessandro Negri di Sanfront was an important general during the Unification of Italy. The oldest son of Charles Albert and Maria Theresa, Victor had an early predilection for politics and the military, and fought in the First Italian War of Independence with his father; importantly, he fought at Pastrengo, where Alessandro Negri de Sanfront led his legendary charge of the Royal Carabinieri, a regiment designed to safeguard the king on the battlefield, and a position he was hand selected for. During Pastrengo, King Charles Albert came under rifle fire, which scattered his horses and left the king exposed and vulnerable. Sanfront immediately led a charge of the Carabinieri against the Austrians to cover the king and was quickly followed by the full three squadrons of the Carabinieri, securing the exposed king. This event is still remembered today and referred to as “The Charge of the Carabinieri”. Sebastiano De Albertis painted the legendary scene, the 4th Carabinieri have a horse carousel that reenacts the charge, and there is even a barracks named after di Sanfront. After his legendary exploit, di Sanfront continued to fight in the Italian Wars of Independence, serving as an aide-de-camp to King Albert in 1853, major general in 1859, and lieutenant general in 1862, a position he held until he retired in 1865. He was decorated as a Knight Grand Officer of the Order of Saints Maurice and Lazarus "for the commendable service provided as commander of the three Carabinieri squadrons" (no doubt influenced by his rescue of the king), amongst a myriad of other awards. While di Sanfront was campaigning, Victor Emmanuel was engaged in the politics of reuniting Italy and further campaigning. When Charles Albert abdicated in 1849, Victor Emmanuel became king and signed an armistice with the Austrian commander, Radetzky. He quickly became the symbol of Risorgimento (lit. Resurgence), the Italian unification movement. After the fallout from the end of the Crimean War and the events associated with Giuseppe Garibaldi, Victor Emmanuel met with Garibaldi at Teano and gained control of south Italy. On March 17th, 1861, the Parliament of Unified Italy proclaimed Victor Emmanuel king, and in 1870, he captured Rome, and set up Italy’s capital in the city in 1871. The balance of his reign was much calmer, and he died in 1878 after a brief illness. In his post-war life, di Sanfront continued to serve in a political capacity with multiple mayorships, councillorships, and, on November 16th, 1876, was appointed a Senator of the Kingdom of Italy in the 13th legislature, before passing February 25th, 1884. These guns, recently rediscovered, highlight the respect the King of Italy had for one of his foremost military and political cohorts. Beyond their inscription, the pistols are in absolutely outstanding condition. They are both London Colts with the London address, and are covered with fine deluxe scrollwork that compares very favorably to the pair of Navies believed presented to Napoleon III of France, 21900 and 21904; see Colt Engraving by Wilson, pg. 131, except that di Sanfront’s casing is somewhat nicer and contains more accessories, including some with unusual features. Per the serial numbers of the revolvers, they are made circa 1853, at the beginning of the Colt London era, and represent the most cutting edge for di Sanfront; while no presentation is inscribed, the most likely reason is his promotion to Lieutenant General, given the notation of Victor Emmanuel as King and di Sanfront as General. Classic configuration of Third Model navies with pin front sights and V notch rear sights on hammer. Deluxe, approximately 75% coverage, of finely cut English acanthus scroll on a finely shaded background, with “Colt’s Patent” hand engraved in an open ribbon in gothic font. Fine English blued barrel assemblies and cylinders, with case colored rammer assemblies, frames, hammers, and with gilded backstraps and silvered trigger guards. Deluxe piano finished walnut grips. Matching full or partial serial numbers observed throughout, including barrel assemblies, frame, trigger guard, butt, and cylinders; due to the condition, we have elected not to disassemble these revolvers. Housed in a deluxe London case with lid engraved as aforementioned

(A) COLT PATERSON NO. 3 BELT MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

Lot #1205 (Sale Order 64 of 324)

Manufactured from 1837-1840 with approximately 450 manufactured. The No. 3 Belt Models were serial numbered in conjunction with the No. 2 Belt Models from 1-850; this example is serial number 212. Matching serial numbers observed on wedge, barrel lug near breech, cylinder arbor, turning ring, hand, trigger, hammer, cylinder, grip backstrap channel, inside of backstrap, and inside of front strap. Correct barrel address reads from breech to muzzle. Small German silver front sight with a "v" notch rear sight in top hammer lip. Barrel is in .31 caliber with 11-groove rifling. 5-shot unfluted percussion cylinder with centaur cylinder scene. Iconic folding trigger. Barrel has double stepped curved lug and scalloped frame. Mounted with a 1-piece flared walnut grip. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Excellent for its age, with a significant majority of the thinning original bluing remaining with high edge wear. Grips show no major signs of distress, but have minor finish loss throughout, most noticeable near butt. Mechanically fine. Bore is dark with well-defined rifling. With so few examples produced and the attrition rate from the passage of time, finding an original Colt No. 3 Belt Model Paterson like this one is a district rarity. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .31 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Paterson Serial Number: 212

(A) RARE ATTRACTIVE ENGLISH CASED COLT THUER 1851 NAVY CONVERSION REVOLVER.

Lot #1206 (Sale Order 65 of 324)

Of all Colt factory conversions, this is the rarest and most sought after. 7 - 1/2" octagon barrel with single line New York address, cone front sight, hammer notch rear sight, and 1 piece plain walnut grips. English proof marks observed on left side of barrel lug. Matching serial numbers observed at barrel, wedge, frame, trigger guard, cylinder arbor, and butt. Replacement rammer has been forced matched. Conversion plate and conversion cylinder are both numbered with factory conversion number "61". Complete with English partitioned factory casing with correct label, rare empty Colt tin for Thuer cartridges, empty Japanned tin of Eley percussion caps, 1860 Army percussion cylinder, bullet mold, turnscrew/cone wrench combination tool, oiler, and desirable complete set of Thuer cartridge reloading tools/fixture. CONDITION: Very good, with a significant majority of the original factory bluing remaining on barrel mixing with a brown patina and high edge wear. Replacement rammer shows bright case colors. Cylinder scene is crisp with traces of original bluing present. Conversion plate retains a vast majority of its original bluing. Hammer is a replacement. Frame is essentially a gray patina with faded original colors visible in well protected areas. Back and front stap are mostly a gray patina with bright original bluing visible in protected areas. Grips retain a majority of their finish with areas of finish loss scattered throughout. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is dark with well-defined rifling. Case is very good with original label. Accessories: Case, Accessories Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .36 Thuer FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1851 Navy Thuer Conversion Serial Number: 168601

(A) ENGRAVED GOLD WASHED CASED COLT MODEL 1862 THUER CONVERSION POCKET POLICE WITH BOTH CONVERSION A

Lot #1207 (Sale Order 66 of 324)

This exceptionally rare revolver is one of the series of Colt percussion revolvers converted to a central fire system designed by F. Alexander Thuer, which was used on six different models of Colt revolvers, totaling only about 5,000 revolvers, between 1869 and 1872. Although the Thuer cartridge was not the first centerfire cartridge produced it represents Colt’s first production center fire revolver. The cartridge has an unusual tapered brass casing with small copper primer and lead bullet that loads into the cylinder from the front. Percussion cylinders were altered by machining away a portion of the rear section and fitting a conversion ring over that extension. The conversion ring has a rebounding firing pin, and a safe mode. Most revolvers converted under the Thuer system had the right edge of their lugs altered to allow loading of the tapered cartridge and are usually accompanied by their interchangeable percussion cylinder, which was one of Colt’s selling points for the conversion. Barrel lug on this revolver was not altered. Gold and silver finished throughout, with 5 - 1/2" round barrel, pin front sight with 1-line barrel address, “COLTS PATENT” on left front side of the frame, and caliber marking on the left rear shoulder of the trigger guard. The serial number is on the four positions: bottom of the frame, barrel lug, trigger guard, and butt strap. All are accompanied by the initials "IP" which indicates that this revolver was factory fitted with ivory grip and factory plated. The Thuer conversion utilizes a Pocket Navy 6-shot cylinder and is numbered to the revolver. The percussion cylinder, also numbered to this revolver, is a fluted 5-shot Model 1862 Police cylinder. Revolver is engraved by L.D. Nimschke with very high quality, arabesque scroll patterns with punch dot background on the frame and up over the recoil shields. The barrel has nearly full coverage matching patterns with Mr. Nimschke’s typical fan pattern at the top of the back strap. Heel of the back strap, butt strap & trigger guard are engraved to match the frame. Thuer cylinder has the stagecoach holdup scene. Percussion cylinder is engraved to match the revolver on the lands between the flutes. Revolver has silver plated brass trigger guard & back strap containing a wonderful one piece ivory grip. Thuer cylinder and conversion ring, hammer, and rammer are gold washed while the remainder of the revolver is silver plated, as is the percussion cylinder. Accompanied by a spectacular rosewood casing with hinged lid and silver mounts that include corner reinforcements, swinging latches, and a mortised lock in the front with 2 functioning keys. Interior is burgundy velvet lined, American style, compartmented in the bottom for the revolver, an original full metal box of 36 caliber Thuer cartridges that has Kraft paper wrapping with orange & black label and appears to be all original, a silver plated 2-cavity bullet mold without sprue cutter that is unmarked, a silver-plated Dixon bag flask, an L-shaped nipple wrench, two sets of Thuer cartridge loading tools, a small Hawksley pewter oiler, an early lacquered tin of Eley Bros. caps with orange label, an ebony bits box containing five spare screws, a packet of Colt’s combustible cartridges, four loose original Thuer cartridges and several lead balls. Bottom of the case is covered with leather. This revolver is pictured in full color with most of the accessories on p. 116 of Fine Colts The Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection by Wilson. On pages 42 and 46 of the March 2000 edition of American Rifleman, R.L. Wilson fully illustrates this revolver and set of accessories as found, except for the reloading tools. He states that this revolver was shipped factory plated with ivory grip and engraved by Nimschke for Schuyler, Hartley & Graham. PROVENANCE: Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Revolver is very fine plus. Overall retains most of its original silver finish to barrel, frame, and grips; back strap thinning at high traffic areas, with as much as 30% remaining at the top of the strap. Thuer conversion cylinder, conversion ring, hammer & loading lever retain strong original gold wash. Percussion cylinder appears to be a cleaned bright metal color with some fine pitting and traces of what appears to be gilding in the recesses. Bullet mold and flask retain most of their fine silver plate. Loading tools retain strong blue finish. Cartridge box is sealed in plastic and shows light edge wear with some minor soil on label but appears to be completely intact. Cap tin is very fine. Case is extremely fine with a couple of minor grain checks in lid, otherwise sound and retains virtually all of its brilliant original finish. Interior is equally bright and as new. This is certainly one of the finest Thuer conversion revolvers to be found today. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1862 Pol

(A) HISTORIC DOCUMENTED FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER FROM THE 1876 CENTENNIAL E

Lot #1208 (Sale Order 67 of 324)

Newly discovered and highly desirable. Manufactured in 1874 and displayed on the wheel of Colts display at the 1876 Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This was one of Colt's finest show displays, with over 300 fine and highly engraved guns. This is one of the 18 centerpiece Colt Single Action Armies that are in the center wheel of this display. There are photos of the wheel display in several books, here are just a few: "Colt An American Legend" by R.L. Wilson, pg. 172; "The Colt Heritage" by R.L. Wilson pg. 172; "The Colt Engraving Book: Volume One" by R.L. Wilson on pg. 388. Exquisitely factory engraved with ivory grip and nickel and gold finish. It is listed by serial number, 13439, at the top of the Henry Folsom list. The Folsom list is a document dated October 15th, 1877, and is a detailed list of some of the firearms used in the 1876 Centennial Exposition wheel display. All were returned to Colt Fire Arms Company by H.D. Folsom after the 1876 Exposition and are listed by description and serial number. Line 1 serial #11086, 1 gun "Colt Army 45 Cal Ivory Nickel Eng. Gold" Line #2 denotes 6 additional guns, same configuration by serial number. This gun's serial number is fourth in line and center. According to the Colt Factory letter, this gun is a .45 Long Colt with a 5 - 1/2" barrel, nickel finish, ivory stocks, factory engraved, and was shipped to E. C. Meacham Arms Company, St. Louis, Missouri, on November 7th, 1887, in a shipment of 1 gun. The remarks section of the Colt latter states "The records contain a previous listing for this serial number. The gun was originally a .45/C with a 7 - 1/2" barrel, nickel & gold finish, ivory stocks, and factory engraved. It was included in a shipment of 6 guns to Simmons Hardware Company in St. Louis Missouri on August 28, 1884. It was returned to the factory on November 1, 1884, where subsequent changes to the configuration of the revolver were made.". This confirms that the barrel was shortened at the Colt factory. CONDITION: At some point in the life of this revolver, it was poorly stored and had been wet. But, all of the factory original engraving is visible and clear to the eye. There is no finish left on this gun and it has scattered pitting across the entire outside of the gun. The front sight shows has been taken down a little bit. 1-piece ivory grip shows lots of grain and has a nice mellowed patina. The gun locks up tight and indexes fine. All factory markings are original and clearly readable, barrel and cylinder are factory numbered and ejector housing is the original period correct "first type" housing with the stud. Bore is dark with some pitting and frosting in the lands and grooves. A very rare gun that is 1 of 18 single actions used on the Colt Display. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter, Copies of Shipping Ledger, ETC Serial Number: 13439

(A) ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER IN COLT PARTITIONED CASE.

Lot #1209 (Sale Order 68 of 324)

Deluxe Gustave Young engraved pocket model with 4” octagonal barrel, pin front sight, engraved “SAML COLT” on top flat with 5-shot cylinder, silver plated brass grip frame, and deluxe burl walnut 1-piece grip. There is a small punch dot adjacent to each serial number on bottom of revolver with a tiny “4” below the serial numbers on frame and trigger guard. There is also a tiny “2” on left side of bbl lug. Revolver has Mr. Young’s deluxe extra engraving with full coverage foliate arabesque patterns on frame and recoil shields with wolf’s heads and full coverage on sides of hammer. Barrel, barrel lug, and rammer pivot have extra coverage of his beautiful floral & foliate arabesque scrolls with his trademark dog’s head incorporated into the pattern. The ends of the wedge are also engraved. Top of backstrap has his trademark sunburst with patterns at top and heel, on buttstrap, and on trigger guard. Screw heads are all engraved. Accompanied by its original, red velvet lined, walnut Colt casing compartmented in bottom for revolver, a “COLTS PATENT” flask, a brass 2-cavity mold with sprue cutter, an L-shaped nipple wrench, and an orange label, lacquered tin of Eley’s caps. Also included is an original packet of Colt’s Cartridge Works combustible cartridges. Another compartment contains a number of round & conical balls and the original functioning key. CONDITION: Very fine to extremely fine, all matching, including wedge and grip. Barrel retains about 95% glossy original blue with slight muzzle & sharp edge wear. Frame retains about 75% faded case colors, brighter in the most sheltered areas, turning gray toward front on the sides. Hammer retains 85-90% faded case colors, bright on the nose. Cylinder retains 30-40% thin blue & about 95-97% stagecoach hold-up scene. Grip frame retains virtually all of its strong, original silver plate. Grip is sound with a few minor nicks & light edge wear and retains virtually all of its strong, bright varnish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore with a few scattered spots of light pitting. Case has two grain checks in lid, otherwise is sound with storage nicks and scratches and a moderately faded interior with some light soil in compartments. Flask retains 60-70% original finish and the mold most of its orig finish with some staining on sprue cutter. Cartridge packet and cap tin are fine. Altogether, a fine, complete, deluxe set in condition seldom encountered. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: .31 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1849 Serial Number: 103949

(A) IMPORTANT CASED COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER WITH HISTORICAL PRESENTATION "COMPLIMEN

Lot #1210 (Sale Order 69 of 324)

Serial number 4740, manufactured in 1861. Matching serial numbers on all major components including the wedge. 8" barrel with German silver front sight, marked in one line "-ADDRESS COL. SAM'L COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA-". .44 caliber rebated cylinder marked "COLT'S PATENT NO. 4740", number "40" is double struck. Blue with case hardened frame, hammer, and loading lever. One piece varnished walnut grips. Frame cut for shoulder stock. Silver plated trigger guard. Iron backstrap with hand engraved inscription "HON E.O. PERRIN WITH COMPLIMENTS OF COL COLT" According to a letter written by R.L. Wilson dated May 18, 1971, Mr. Wilson believed the inscription to be the work of Gustave Young. All screws are original. Typically the frame screws used to mount a shoulder stock have a long stud like head, the screws on this revolver have rounded heads. Considering this revolver was factory cased without a shoulder stock these screws are correct and original to the revolver. Housed in a walnut partition fitted case with burgundy interior complete with correct powder flask marked "Colts Patent", blue two cavity bullet mold marked "Colt's Patent" on the sprue cutter and letter "K" on right side, blue combination nipple wrench/screwdriver, original Hazard Powder Co. packet of cartridges, Eley Bros. percussion cap tin, and a spare hammer spring. A number of known Colt Model 1860 Armies were presented to various high ranking Union Army officers and officials with similar inscriptions "With COMPLIMENTS OF COL.COLT" during mid-late June 1861. According to the book "The Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver" by Charles W. Pate, book one of the Colt shipping ledgers from that time, listed on page 146 a box containing 35 Model 1860 Army revolvers and six of those guns are known presentations from Col. Colt, including serial numbers 1856 & 4257 to Col. James Cameron, serial numbers 1929 & 2119 to Major General N.P. Banks, serial number 4782 to Honorable F.P. Stanton, and serial number 4740 to Honorable E. Perrin. Photographed on page 368 of Pate's book is the backstrap showing the inscription to F.P. Stanton's gun serial number 4782, the inscription is nearly identical to the inscription on Perrin's gun serial number 4740. Edwin Oscar (E.O.) Perrin was born Dec. 3, 1822 in Springfield, Ohio and educated at Springfield Academy. He later studied law and was admitted to the Ohio Bar in 1842. He moved from Ohio to Memphis, TN practicing law there and was the Navy agent under Pres. Taylor. In 1857 he traveled to Kansas and took an active part in the canvas against the Lecompton Constitution. He was an assistant to Presidential Candidate Stephen A. Douglass from the State of Maine and apparently very active in the Democratic Party. In 1861, at the outbreak of the Civil War, Mr. Perrin was dispatched by Secretary of War Cameron to New Mexico where he served under the command of Colonel Kit Carson, arranging supplies for the Union Army that was resisting the incursion of the Confederacy led by General Henry Sibley. Colonel Carson wrote favorably of Mr. Perrin’s brave & honorable service. He was subsequently nominated by President Johnson to become the Chief Justice of the Utah Territory Supreme Court but the Senate rejected his nomination, apparently on political grounds, not for lack of qualifications. He was also rejected by the Senate when he was nominated to be the Internal Revenue Assessor of the First District of New York. Mr. Perrin was the Secretary of five Democratic National Conventions and in 1868 was elected Clerk of the Court of Appeals in New York and was reappointed to the same position by the court in 1870. At this time there is little known of Mr. Perrin’s activities after 1870 until his death in Dec. 1888. Accompanying revolver and case is a binder of much documentation supporting authenticity and information regarding E.O. Perrin. CONDITION: The revolver is excellent retaining approximately 75% original blue mixing with blue/brown patina. Frame shows 30-40% original bright case colors blending with patina. Loading lever shows strong original case colors mainly in protected areas turning to patina. Hammer has 40%+ bright case color with light pitting on the face. Cylinder is mostly brown patina with traces of original blue, showing a strong roll die cylinder scene and patent markings. All original unmolested screws. Most of the original silver on the brass trigger guard. Backstrap mostly bare metal with some original silver on top, beginning to flake. Grips are fine overall with most of the original varnish showing moderate wear. Case is very good with typical mars and dents with one sizable crack along the back of the lid. Hinges are tight. Interior is sound, showing moderate wear with some fading. Powder flask is very good with a dark patina, a few dents on the back, with one open seam. Bullet mold has been over cleaned in a couple areas showing approximately 45% original blue overall. Overall a very desirable Civil

(A) OUTSTANDING, GUSTAVE YOUNG ENGRAVED, COLT 1862 POCKET POLICE PERCUSSION REVOLVER, EX. JOHN PARSO

Lot #1211 (Sale Order 70 of 324)

Barrel with 1-line New-York U.S. America address with “COLTS PATENT” engraved in a ribbon on left side of frame. Left rear web of trigger guard is stamped with caliber marking and silver plated brass trigger guard & back strap contain a beautiful deluxe burl walnut one-piece grip with last four digits of serial in backstrap channel. It has standard 5-shot fluted cylinder that has the last four digits of serial number on rear face on lands between the nipple recesses. Frame & barrel lug are beautifully engraved by Gustave Young in late vine pattern consisting of very well executed foliate arabesque patterns with plain background. Several of the scrolls terminate in flower blossoms. Sides of barrel, over the lug, have matching engraving with sweeping ribbons terminating in foliate patterns, with one scroll on left side terminating in a bird’s head and others in flower blossoms. Engraving extends over top of barrel and terminates on top in front of address. Muzzle is engraved with a double chip pattern. Hammer has Mr. Young’s treatment with foliate arabesque patterns on sides, a wolf’s head on each side of hammer nose with fish scale patterns down sides of spur and top edge of hammer and a hand cut checkered spur. Top of back strap is engraved with Mr. Young’s typical fan pattern with sunbursts on sides of backstrap ears and foliate arabesque patterns near top of back strap, at the heel, on buttstrap & trigger guard. Serial numbers on barrel lug, frame, and butt strap are accompanied by a small “E”, used to indicate engraving. This revolver was Exhibit #85 in the 1942 Metropolitan Museum of Art Exhibit of Colt Percussion Firearms. At that time it was on loan from the very famous Parsons Collection. PROVENANCE: John Parsons Collection; Metropolitan Museum Exhibit of Colt Percussion Firearms. CONDITION: Extremely fine, all matching, including wedge and grip. Barrel retains the vast majority of the original strong glossy blue with the loss areas flaked to a medium patina. Rammer and handle retain virtually all of their original case colors, strong & bright, with some silvering to reciprocating area and sharp edges. Frame & hammer retain the majority of their strong, bright original case colors with some slight thinning on left side. Trigger guard & back strap retain about 50% silver plating with thinning and losses to high traffic areas and sharp edges. Cylinder retains about 60% original glossy blue, strong & bright in flutes & rebated area, thin on raised lands between the flutes. Grip shows light edge wear and retains virtually all of its original factory varnish with some superficial handling marks. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Barrel Length: 4 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .36 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1862 Serial Number: 30076

(A) EXCEPTIONAL REMINGTON MODEL 1875 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1212 (Sale Order 71 of 324)

Manufactured from 1875 to 1889. This truly outstanding example is finished in bright nickel with nitre blue screws. Classic 7 - 1/2" round barrel rolled with "E. REMINGON & SONS. ILLION N.Y. USA". Small blade front sight and frame notch rear. Frame stamped on the left "44", designating popular cross compatible .44-40 Winchester chambering. Grips are smooth 2-piece walnut with lanyard loop butt. CONDITION: Excellent, near new. Revolver retains nearly all of its still lustrous factory applied nickel finish with some mild surface scratching, a turn line, and a few flakes on the right side of the frame near the grip. Trigger and screws retain the vast majority of their nitre blue. Hammer likewise retains nearly all of its strong and attractive case colors. Grips are very fine with only light marks. Very fine, bright bore. Very likely unfired. Crisp mechanics. It would be very hard to improve on this phenomenal example. An excellent addition to any fine collection. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Remington Model: 1875 Serial Number: 4190

(A) SPECTACULAR COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER WITH FITTED CASE.

Lot #1213 (Sale Order 72 of 324)

Manufactured in 1858. The case has protected this gun for 166 years to keep it in this good of condition. Two line address on the top flat of the barrel, "ADDRESS SAML COLT / NEW YORK CITY". Two line patent address on the left side of the frame, "COLT'S / PATENT". Matching full serial numbers observed on the barrel assembly, frame, trigger guard, backstrap and the side of the cylinder. The last five digits of the serial number observed on the bottom of the wedge. The last four digits of the serial number are observed on the arbor and the loading lever. The cylinder has a Stagecoach holdup scene. It has a blue barrel and cylinder, and a hardened case color frame and loading lever. Silver plated trigger guard and backstrap. One piece varnished wood grips. It comes in a factory fitted case with a maroon velour interior. Inside of the case is a brass bullet mold with "COLT'S / PATENT" on the top of it, a combination screwdriver-nipple wrench tool, a tin of caps, a powder flask with an Eagle motif, and the key to the case. CONDITION: This gun retains virtually all of the original factory-applied blue finish with just a few small scratches and storage marks. The cylinder has a spot on it from lying in the case. Vibrant case colors on the frame, loading lever and hammer. The silver plating shows some darker patina. The grips have just about all of the original varnish with just a couple of small storage marks. The screws have been out of this gun before. Some of the screws show some usage. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. The case and tools remain in in very good to better condition. An 1849 Colt worthy of any collection. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: .31 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1849 Pocket Serial Number: 149023

(A) RARE COLT MODEL 1860 FLUTED ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER WITH CASE.

Lot #1214 (Sale Order 73 of 324)

This gun shipped to the Colt Agency on Broadway in New York City, February 25th, 1861, as a scarce 7 - 1/2" cavalry model with highly desirable fluted cylinder. Of the earliest production, only around 4,000 1860 Army revolvers shipped with fluted cylinders, only around half of which with cavalry length 7 - 1/2" barrels. This example is rolled with the desirable 1-line Hartford address and fitted with a German silver blade front sight. Frame cut for shoulder stock with matching nickel-plated steel backstrap. Standard silver plated trigger guard and 1-piece varnished walnut grips. Matching numbers observed throughout. This scarce revolver is attractively housed in a relined partitioned oak case with Colt's Patent mold, reproduction powder flask, and cap tin. Also accompanied by a 10-page letter by W.L. Wilson detailing the revolver, holding this particular example in high regard. CONDITION: Very good overall. Revolver displays a mottled brown gray patina with a few traces of period-applied nickel plating. Trigger guard likewise retains strong traces of plating in the protected areas, the balance showing a golden brass patina. Grips have impressions throughout with wear at the base, the majority of the original varnish retained. Strong, well defined bore. Crisp mechanics. Case is solid and displays well. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1860 Army Paperwork: Wilson Letter Serial Number: 1744

CORRECTION: These revolvers shipped on February 19th, not February 25th as previously stated.

(A) DESIRABLE COLT MODEL 1860 FLUTED ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER, SHIPPED TO OHIO FOR CIVIL WAR SERVICE

Lot #1215 (Sale Order 74 of 324)

Per an included factory letter, this revolver was shipped as part of 50 gun shipment on June 14, 1861 to Governor William Denison, Columbus, Ohio. William Denison Jr. served as the 24th Governor of Ohio from 1860 to 1862 and enthusiastically mobilized the state in the opening days of the Civil War. Several shipments of Colt revolvers such as this were procured to arm the Ohio volunteers. These troops were initially used to secure Ohio's valuable railroad and telegraph infrastructure, in addition to protecting the First Wheeling Convention, which led to the formation of West Virginia. Revolver is fitted with an 8" round barrel with German silver blade front sight and Hartford address. Revolver features a rare fully fluted cylinder, as is found on only around 4,000 early production specimens. Frame cut for shoulder stock with matching steel back strap. Standard silver plated trigger guard and 1-piece smooth walnut grips. Factory letter confirms configuration. Matching numbers observed on frame, barrel assembly, trigger guard, back strap, cylinder arbor, and wedge. CONDITION: Very good. Iron components display a rich gray patina with some freckling and other marks. Trigger guard retains significant portions of original silver plating, the balance a golden brass patina. Grips have a few traces of varnish with an honest moderately worn appearance. Strong, black powder abraded bore. Mechanically fine. Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .44 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1860 Army Paperwork: Factory Letter, Research Serial Number: 4334

(A) FACTORY ENGRAVED AND CASED COLT MODEL 1861 NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER WITH CARVED IVORY GRIPS.

Lot #1216 (Sale Order 75 of 324)

Manufactured in 1863, in classic configuration throughout. Factory engraved with floral and acanthus scroll on a punchdot background with classic wolf's head on hammer, typical of Colt factory engraving for the period. Matching serial numbers found on barrel, frame, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder, and butt. Mounted with 1 piece ivory grips custom hand carved with an American eagle with "E Pluribus Unum" in ribbon above. Complete with American partitioned wood case lined with green velvet. Accessories in case comprise brass powder flask, empty tin of percussion caps, and bullet mold. CONDITION: Very good as partially restored, with a minority of the thinning original bluing remaining on barrel mixing with a gray patina. Frame is a gray patina. Cylinder scene is faint but still discernable. Engraving is crisp. Back and frontstraps have been re-silver plated. Grips are very good with repaired crack at right grip panel. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is lightly frosted with minor freckling and crisp rifling. Case is excellent. Accessories: Case, accessories Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .36 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1861 Navy Serial Number: 13541

(A) CASED YOUNG ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1861 NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

Lot #1217 (Sale Order 76 of 324)

Manufactured in 1863 at the height of the Civil War, this example is richly finished example features Gustave Young floral accented and punch dot shaded foliate scroll engraving with characteristic wolf heads on each side of the hammer and "E" serial number suffixes. Barrel is finished in classic polished blue with New York address and German silver blade front sight. 6-shot percussion cylinder rollmarked with the naval engagement scene. Engraved, silver plated grip straps. Grips are highly attractive 1-piece checkered ivory. Revolver is housed in a green-lined partitioned hardwood case with Colt's patent mold and Eley cap tin. CONDITION: Fine. Barrel retains the vast majority of its bright factory blue, starting to fade on the top and right, with some cleaned oxidation on the left side of the muzzle. Cylinder faded to gray patina with a largely legible cylinder scene. Traces of case color displayed on frame and hammer. Engraving is crisp throughout. Traces of silver retained in the protected areas of the grip fame, the balance exhibiting a mellowing golden patina. Grips have a rich, creamy patina. Fine, strong and bright bore. Crisp mechanics. Matching numbers observed throughout. Loading lever a possible replacement. Case has a split on the lid and some other minor handling marks. A wonderful, scarce Young engraved 1861 Navy that displays very well. Accessories: Case, accessories Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .36 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1861 Navy Serial Number: 13595E

(A) COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

Lot #1218 (Sale Order 77 of 324)

Manufactured in 1863 and cut for a shoulder stock. Single line barrel address on top of the barrel, "-ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA-". Two line patent address on left side of the frame, "COLTS / PATENT". Full matching serial numbers observed on the barrel assembly, frame, trigger guard and backstrap. Last four digits of the serial number observed on the arbor, wedge and on the side of the cylinder. There is a Naval battle scene rolled onto the cylinder. The one piece wood grip has a military cartouche on each side of the grip. There is no US stamping under the patent address. There are the correct inspectors marks in several different places on this gun. Case color frame, loading lever and hammer. Brass trigger guard. German silver blade front sight. CONDITION: This gun retains most of the original blue finish with brown patina starting to show through the blue. Case colors show some thinning but are vibrant in the protected areas. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. Grips show some wear and fit the gun very well. The action is tight and strong. A very high condition 1860 Army. Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .44 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1860 Army Serial Number: 117450

(A) SCARCE COLT 1861 NAVY CONVERSION REVOLVER.

Lot #1219 (Sale Order 78 of 324)

In the mid-1870s Colt produced approximately 2,200 of these conversions. Blued 7 - 1/2" barrel with New York address, German silver blade front sight, and ejector. Conversion cylinder rolled with naval engagement scene. Case hardened frame marked on the left with 1871 and 1872 patents. ".36 CAL" marked silver plated brass trigger guard and backstrap. Grips are 1-piece smooth walnut. Matching numbers observed on the frame, grip straps, and rear of the cylinder. Revolver is accompanied by an early tooled leather slim slim holster which has been switched from left hand to right hand draw. CONDITION: Fine for its age. Barrel assembly retains significant portions of factory blue in the protected areas, the balance faded to brown patina. Significant portions of fading case colors displayed on frame and hammer, areas fading to patina. Strong traces of nitre blue retained on trigger. Grips are very good with some moderate wear and impressions. Strong, well defined bore with some evidence of black powder usage. Crisp mechanics. Holster has some expected surface wear and a small area of separation along the edge stiching but remains supple. A nice example of a rare conversion. Accessories: Holster Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38 CF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1861 Navy Conversion Serial Number: 2647

(A) CASED COLT 1851 NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER WITH SQUAREBACK TRIGGER GUARD.

Lot #1220 (Sale Order 79 of 324)

2nd Model manufactured in 1850 during the first year of production. Classic blued 7 - 1/2" octagon barrel with New York address and small brass cone sight. Naval engagement scene rollmarked 6-shot percussion cylinder. Case hardened frame marked "COLTS / PATENT" on the left. Silver plated brass grip straps and desirable, small, squareback trigger guard as is characteristic for early production guns. Grips are 1-piece varnished walnut. Housed in a partitioned mahogany case that fits somewhat tightly. Includes Eley cap tin. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Barrel retains the majority of its factory blue with some edgewear and other marks. Cylinder has faded to a gray patina, the cylinder scene mostly legible. Some case color patterning is displayed with a gray patina. Grip straps retain nearly all of their warmly toned silver with some thinning on the backstrap and high edges. Grips have some expected nicks and wear along the base. Bore is strong and bright with a few scattered pits. Crisp mechanics. Matching numbers observed throughout. Case has some honest wear and splits, with wear and fading also present on the liner. A very nice example of a scarce, early Colt Navy. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .36 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1851 Navy Serial Number: 2126

(A) REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER WITH HOLSTER.

Lot #1221 (Sale Order 80 of 324)

Manufactured from 1863 to 1875, this example inspected for martial service. Finished in polished blue. Standard 7 - 1/2" octagon barrel marked on the top flat with 3-line "NEW MODEL" address. Small blade front sight and frame notch rear. Trigger guard constructed of silver plated brass. Grips are 2-piece oil finished walnut, the left panel stamped with a faint cartouche. Inside of left grip also neatly scratched "H. WINKLEBLACK JR", in need of further research. Matching numbers observed on frame and barrel, replacement cylinder numbered "6995". Revolver is also accompanied by an attractive foliate tooled leather left handed slim jim holster. CONDITION: Fine. Revolver retains significant portions of factory blue fading to patina with some cleaned, older oxidation spotting. Trigger guard retains significant portions of its age darkened silver, giving way to mellow brass. Grips have some light marks. A sliver of loss present at the left heel. Strong bore with some black powder abrasion in the grooves. Crisp mechanics. Holster is good overall. Accessories: Holster Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .44 caliber FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Remington Model: New Model Army Serial Number: 135298

(A) RARE EARLY REMINGTON BEALS SINGLE WING NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER, SERIAL NUMBER 13.

Lot #1222 (Sale Order 81 of 324)

Introduced in 1861 as Remington's first large frame navy caliber revolver, this extremely early example features low 2-digit serial number "13" on frame, barrel, and loading lever. 7 - 1/2" octagon barrel stamped on the top flat with 2-line Beals patent and Remington address. Dovetailed brass pin front sight and frame notch rear. Single wing cylinder pin as seen only very early production examples numbered under 200. 2-piece varnished walnut grips. CONDITION: Good. Revolver displays an even cleaned, freckled silvery patina with a few larger cleaned oxidation spots. Trigger retains traces of nitre blue. Trigger guard displays a mellowing golden patina. Grips have expected nicks and wear along the base with a repaired chip on the right toe. Strong, frosted bore. Fine mechanics. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .36 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Remington Model: Beals Navy Serial Number: 13

(A) FINE MARTIAL REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

Lot #1223 (Sale Order 82 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1865 at the close of the Civil War for martial service with inspector marks throughout. Finished in polished blue with a brass trigger guard. Standard 7 - 1/2" barrel with 3-line "NEW MODEL" address, small blade front sight, and frame notch rear. Grips are 2-piece oil finished walnut stamped on the left with a razor sharp "BH" Benjamin Hannis cartouche. Matching numbers observed on frame, barrel, and underside of grips. CONDITION: Near excellent. Revolver retains the vast majority of its original blued finish with areas of brown toning. Strong nitre blue displayed on the trigger. Traces of case color also present on hammer. Grips have only light impressions and 1 small chip. Excellent, mirror bore. Possibly unfired. A very nice example of a Civil War martial revolver. Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .44 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Remington Model: New Model Army Serial Number: 65523

(A) TRANSITIONAL MODEL COLT RICHARDS CONVERSION REVOLVER WITH RARE 12 STOP CYLINDER.

Lot #1224 (Sale Order 83 of 324)

Manufactured circa mid-1870s as a factory conversion with Model 1860 Army parts. Standard blued 7 - 1/2" blued barrel with New York address and German silver blade front sight. Loading lever slot plugged and an ejector rod fitted to the right side of the assembly. Rare early naval engagement scene rolled 12 stop conversion cylinder, fitted at a later date, and numbered "8921". Frame marked on the left with 1871/1872 patent dates. Steel grip straps and smooth 1-piece ivory grips. Matching numbers observed on frame, barrel assembly, and straps. Wedge is unnumbered. CONDITION: Very good. Barrel retains a few traces of original blue, the balance of the gun cleaned bright. Left side of grip displays a rich mellow amber patina, the right somewhat lighter with defined striations. Strong bore with some black powder abrasion in the grooves. Crisp mechanics. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 Centerfire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Richards Conversion Serial Number: 5741

(A) COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1225 (Sale Order 84 of 324)

Shipped October 2, 1888 in an order of 5 guns in this shipment of the same type to Hibbard, Spencer, Bartlett & Company in Chicago, Illinois. Barrel is not serial numbered, with matching serial numbers visible at frame, trigger guard, and butt. Left side of barrel has had desirable etched panel marking applied after leaving the factory. CONDITION: Good, with all traces of nickel finish turned essentially a gray patina with evidence of light polishing and freckling throughout. Grips are well worn with checkering worn flat. Action retains all four hammer stops, but lockup is slightly loose. Bore is lightly frosted with crisp rifling. Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 124905

(A) FINE CASED PAIR OF COLT NEW LINE .32 REVOLVERS.

Lot #1226 (Sale Order 85 of 324)

Circa 1876 and 1877. Revolvers feature full, brilliant factory nickel finish, British proofed 2 - 1/4" round barrels with "COLT NEW 32" etched panels, half moon front sights, spur triggers, and 2-piece varnished rosewood grips. Revolvers are housed in a French-fit leatherette case with cleaning rod and 10 rounds of period ammunition. Case lid impressed with a gilt broad arrow, the inside marked "MADE IN ENGLAND". CONDITION: Gun (A) rates excellent, retaining nearly all of its factory nickel. Small parts likewise retain significant portions of nitre blue. Grips are fine with light marks. Bore is strong with some freckles. Crisp mechanics. Gun (B) also rates excellent but has a few minor spots of nickel flaking and loss. Grips are fine. Bore has some black powder oxidation. Mechanics are a little sticky. Case is very good and presents well, some fading present on the satin lid liner. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: (BOTH) 2 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: (BOTH) .32 RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: (BOTH) Colt Model: (BOTH) New Line Serial Number: (A) 12196 (B) 13741

(A) HISTORIC CASED PAIR OF SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 ARMY REVOLVERS ATTRIBUTED TO GENERAL GRENVILLE DODGE

Lot #1227 (Sale Order 86 of 324)

Born in 1831, Grenville M. Dodge began his storied career surveying for the Illinois Central Railroad, before moving on the the Union Pacific, where he suggested the path of the future Transcontinental Railroad to Abraham Lincoln. After the opening of the Civil War, Dodge was appointed Colonel of the 4th Iowa, serving effectively in Missouri, the Vicksburg Campaign, the Siege of Atlanta, and Sherman's March to the Sea, eventually receiving the rank of Major General of the XVI Corps in the Army of Tennessee, and several wounds from his valiant service. Dodge was then given command of the Department of Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, and Utah, where he ordered the infamous Powder River Expedition. After resigning from the Army in 1866 and a brief stint in Congress, Dodge returned to the Union Pacific as Chief Engineer of the Transcontinental project, having found an important passage through the Black Hills during his Western Service. Prominently photographed at Promontory Summit, Dodge is regarded as one of the most influential figures of the project. His railroad career continued overseeing numerous other projects, including advising the Trans-Siberian railroad. In addition to high accolades from Presidents and other leading figures, Fort Dodge and Dodge City, Kansas, are named in his honor. This lovely pair of Smith & Wesson No. 2 Army revolvers are attributed to Dodge and are housed in a hardwood presentation case inscribed on the lid escutcheon "UPRR / GMD" for Union Pacific Rail Road / Grenville M. Dodge. Manufactured circa 1861 to 1874 with full polished blue finish, tip-up 6" octagon barrels, 1-line address roll marks, German silver half moon front sights, 6-shot unfluted cylinders chambered in .32 rimfire, and 2-piece smooth varnished rosewood grips. Guns are housed in the aforementioned presentation case with a box containing 15 rounds of ammunition, 4-piece cleaning rod, and pewter oiler. A copy of Stephen Ambrose's "Nothing Like it in the World" featuring Dodge is also included. CONDITION: Very fine. Both revolvers retain the vast majority of their original polished blue finishes, some areas drifting to patina, especially on the straps and barrels. Generous case colors present on hammers. Grips are extremely fine retaining nearly all of their original varnish with only handling marks. Both bores are bright and display razor sharp rifling with a few minor cleaned oxidation spots. Mechanics are fine. (A) features matching serial numbers on butt and inside of the right grip, with "X2" assembly numbers found on the barrel lug and cylinder face. (B) likewise matching, assembly numbered "L7". Case is very fine, displaying extremely well. Attributed to one of America's most prominent railroad men, and well-regarded Civil War generals, this historic pair of popular Smith & Wesson revolver would make an excellent addition to any advanced collection. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: (BOTH) 6" Caliber/Bore: (BOTH) .32 Rimfire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: (BOTH) Smith and Wesson Model: (BOTH) No.2 Paperwork: Book Serial Number: (A) 11214 (B) 10631

(A) EXHIBITION QUALITY GUSTAVE YOUNG ENGRAVED, SILVER AND GOLD FINISHED SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL NO.

Lot #1228 (Sale Order 87 of 324)

Finished in silver with a gold washed cylinder, this fantastic New Model No. 3 target revolver is specially factory engraved with fine punch dot shaded scroll and linework executed by master engraver Gustave Young. After introducing his now well-known Germanic scroll engraving to the United States and engraving for Colt, Young became an in house engraver for Smith & Wesson, a position he held until his death in 1895. Several similarly fine revolvers in this serial number range are known. Number 27885, a similarly engraved and gold washed target revolver just 30 numbers sway, was displayed at the 1893 World Columbian Exhibition and shipped to Olympic shooter Walter Winans. This example is fitted with a ribbed 6 - 1/2" barrel with high blade front sight and adjustable u-notch target rear. Trigger is checkered and a finger spur trigger guard is fitted. Grips are 2-piece mother of pearl inset with dished brass S&W monogram medallions. An included factory letter confirms the configuration as shipped with special engraving, silver finish, 6 - 1/2" barrel, adjustable rear sight, .44 S&W chambering, and pearl stocks. Originally shipped September 25, 1891 as a pair with a matching revolver, number 27856, to Professor John Loris of Loris of Washington DC, a well known exhibition shooter. CONDITION: Fine. Barrel retains approximately 90% of its attractively toned silver plating with some flaking. Frame has an overall dove gray patina with traces of silver plate, the right side with some evidence of older oxidation. Strong traces of gold are retained in the cylinder flutes and engraving, the balance displays a brown patina. Engravings and other markings remain sharp. Grips are fine with a small chip at the left toe and scattered handling marks. Bore is strong and bright with a some cleaned oxidation spots. Crisp mechanics. A truly outstanding and rare Young engraved Smith & Wesson of exhibition quality. A wonderful addition to any collection of fine arms. Barrel Length: 6 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 S&W FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson Model: New Model No. 3 Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 27855

(A) CASED AND ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 2 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1229 (Sale Order 88 of 324)

Classic configuration with 6" barrel with top rib that reads "SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFIELD MASS", German silver front sight, notch rear sight. 2 piece rosewood grips retained by single screw through German silver escutcheon. Cylinder is acid etched with scroll and panoply of arms cylinder scene. Engraved in approximately 75% coverage of New York style scroll on a punchdot background. Period silver plated. Mounted with 2 piece ivory grips. Housed in a red velvet lined French fitted walnut case with decorative brass lid straps and "OBD" inside of lid plate. Accompanied by information on the Sanitary Commission during the Civil War as well as information on Remington 1858 percussion revolver reportedly sent to the Sanitary Fair with acid etched cylinders. CONDITION: Very good, with most of the silver plating remaining on barrel with scattered light freckling and balance of the revolver essentially turned a freckled gray patina. Grips are very good with 2 small repairs on left grip panel and minor chip at right grip panel near butt. Action functions appropriately, with hammer stops being soft. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Case is excellent. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .32 RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson Model: No. 2 Paperwork: Sanitary Commission Information, Ephemera Serial Number: 27718

(A) EXCEPTIONAL ENGRAVED AND GOLD WASHED SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 RUSSIAN OLD MODEL REVOLVER.

Lot #1230 (Sale Order 89 of 324)

Scarce commercial production First Russian Model produced circa 1871 to 1874. Classic 8" ribbed barrel with "RUSSIAN MODEL" address, half moon front sight, and U-notch rear sight. Gun is attractively gold washed and profusely embellished with deeply cut, elaborate Nimschke-style New York foliate scroll engraving shaded with punch dots. A pair of gargoyle heads breathing scroll from their mounts are intertwined on the central panels of the barrel. Left side of the frame displays a dog head, while the right side features a screaming eagle head. Approximately 70% coverage. Lanyard loop butt with 2-piece smooth ivory grips. CONDITION: Excellent. Gold finish remains strong with only mild losses. Grips fit slightly shy to the straps and display an aged cream patina. Strong bore with some mild cleaned oxidation spots. Fine mechanics. A stunning Smith & Wesson. Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .44 S&W Russian FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson Model: No. 3 Russian 1st Model Serial Number: 24195

(A) OUTSTANDING NIMSCHKE ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 RUSSIAN THIRD MODEL SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1231 (Sale Order 90 of 324)

This is an outstandingly engraved example of a Smith & Wesson No. 3 Russian, 2nd Model, most likely executed by the hand of L.D. Nimschke himself. Nimschke signed few works, but the interwoven arrow motif ascribed to him appears 4 times on this gun: once on each side of the barrel, and twice at the hinge pin/ratchet that controls the ejector. Other motifs include fantastically executed flowing scroll on a punch dot background, half-shells on the front sight, frame under the cylinder, and on the frame abutting the hammer, and geometrics. Strawed cylinder, trigger guard, and hammer. Frame is decorated with Western motifs, with the left side engraved with an American bison, while the right has a Native American warrior in a war bonnet. Grips are ivory scales retained by a single screw through a German silver escutcheon. Fixed lanyard loop on butt, with "SH" in a lozenge, indicating shipment to Schuyler, Hartley, and Graham, and dated "1874" on left side of frame knuckle. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining virtually all of the original nickel plating, with appropriate distension about the serial number underneath the grips. Some flaking and pockmarks to edges, particularly at grip straps and forcing cone, with lesser spots on frame. Strawing is faded, now a mellow bronze color with areas of gunmetal grey. Mechanically fine, bore with strong rifling and some minor frosting. This is an excellent example of Nimschke's artistry. Barrel Length: 6 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 S&W Russian FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson Model: No. 3 Russian 2nd Model Serial Number: 42203

(A) FINE BLUED SMITH & WESSON SECOND MODEL .38 BABY RUSSIAN SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH BOX.

Lot #1232 (Sale Order 91 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1877 to 1891. Finished in polished blue with ribbed 3 - 1/4" barrel, half moon front sight, strawed spur trigger, and 2-piece ivory grips. Gun is accompanied by an original maroon box without lid label. CONDITION: Excellent. Gun retains the vast majority of its original blue with finish freckling and light thinning on the backstrap and muzzle. Trigger displays strong straw. Hammer colors remain very bright. Grips exhibit an extremely pleasant aged cream patina. Bore is strong with some evidence of black powder ammunition usage. Fine mechanics. Box has some edgewear but no separation. A very nice Smith & Wesson with scarcely found original box. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 3 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .38 S&W FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson Model: 2nd Model .38 SA Serial Number: 36927

(A) FINE AND EARLY CASED SMITH & WESSON BABY RUSSIAN .38 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1233 (Sale Order 92 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1876 with low "503" serial number. Finished in beautiful polished blue with nitre blue small parts. Classic ribbed barrel, German silver half moon front sight, spur trigger, and 2-piece smooth oil-finished walnut grips. Gun is accompanied by a hardwood display case with an ammunition block containing 38 rounds of early .38 ammunition. CONDITION: Excellent. Gun retains nearly all of its lustrous factory blue with a turn line, faint edgewear, and a few cleaned oxidation spots. Screws retain strong nitre blue. Hammer likewise displays most of its still bright case colors. Grips have only a few light handling marks, the right panel numbered to match on the inside. Excellent bore and mechanics. Case and liner have some expected wear, but display well. Ammunition has some oxidation, a few rounds with depressed primers. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 3 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .38 S&W Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson Model: Baby Russian Serial Number: 503

(A) FINE FIRST MODEL SMITH & WESSON BABY RUSSIAN .38 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL PICTURE BO

Lot #1234 (Sale Order 93 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1877. Finished in brilliant nickel plate with ribbed barrel, half moon front sight, spur trigger, and 2-piece mother of pearl grips. Accompanied by a fantastic original box with picture label. As is correct for a nickel gun, box is green, the label also marked "NICKEL / PLATE" in the upper left corner. CONDITION: Excellent. Revolver remains in near new condition, retaining nearly all of its original nickel. Only a light turn line and scattered light marks present. Hammer likewise retains most of its case colors, some wear present on the left side. Grips are very fine with only a small chip on the left side. Very fine, bright bore. Crisp mechanics. Box has a nice, clean label with some mild chipping. The front of the body has a tape repair done with similar colored green tape. Small tape repairs also present on the lid at the front left corner and along the right edge. A wonderful time capsule Smith & Wesson with very hard to fine original picture box. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 3 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .38 S&W FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson Model: Baby Russian Serial Number: 23350

(A) HIGH CONDITION BLUE SMITH AND WESSON AMERICAN SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1235 (Sale Order 94 of 324)

The American Model was the first big bore cartridge revolver made in the United States. This is a First Model, of which approximately 8000 were made between 1870-72. It is estimated that only about 10% were made with a factory blue finish with the balance of production being of nickel finish. It is not an "oil hole" model, making it a Second Variation First Model. It is a standard model in all respects with an 8" barrel, blue finish, six shot, single action, case color hammer and trigger guard, smooth two piece walnut grips and no lanyard. The top of the barrel is stamped with English barrel address. The caliber is .44 S&W American. The majority of these early large bore guns saw hard use and to find an example that is both factory blue and in near mint original condition makes this a true rarity. You will find the matching assembly number 415 stamped on the back of the cylinder as well as the barrel and latch. The matching serial number, 6803, is also stamped inside the right grip panel. CONDITION: This revolver does not appear to have seen much use. The factory blue is still bright and the grips straps still retain majority of this high polish factory finish. There is some simple flaking of finish on cylinder and barrel while the frame retains the majority of this bright blue. If one were to place a number on remaining finish, it would have to be around 90% but, as stated, blue loss is simply finish flaking, not wear. The bore is near mint and bright. The action is as crisp as new. The original grips are near mint with original oil finish. The dulling color is intact on hammer and traces on guard. This has to be one of the finest surviving blue First Models extant and would be near impossible to find a finer all original example of this scarce big bore Wild West sixgun. Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .44 S&W American FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Smith and Wesson Model: Model 3 Serial Number: 6083

(C) FACTORY YOUNG ENGRAVED AND GOLD PLATED SMITH & WESSON NEW DEPARTURE DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER INSCR

Lot #1236 (Sale Order 95 of 324)

Per an included factory letter, this fabulous special order New Departure shipped out August 24, 1893 to a Charles Barhite Jr., whose name is factory engraved on the left side plate. As is noted by a copy of a letter of provenance, the gun remained in the family until 2012 and was sold by his great, great grandson. Gun features full factory gold wash, the trigger guard left blue. Factory style 4 engraving executed by Oscar Young with fine punch dot shaded folate scroll, approximately 50% coverage. Grips are factory mother of pearl without medallions. Factory letter confirms special order configuration, including finish and engraving. CONDITION: Excellent. Approximately 90%+ original gold with some wear on the left side of the frame, loss on the front sight, and mild flaking, specially in the engraving. Trigger guard retains nearly all of its factory blue with mild edgewear. Strong case colors displayed on the hammer sides. Grips are excellent. Strong and bright bore with only light cleaned oxidation spots. Fine mechanics. An outstanding and very attractive Smith & Wesson. Barrel Length: 3" Caliber/Bore: .32 S&W FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson Model: New Departure Paperwork: Factory Letter, Previous Listing Serial Number: 53227

(A) VERY FINE MARTIALLY MARKED SMITH & WESSON SECOND MODEL NO. 3 SCHOFIELD SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1237 (Sale Order 96 of 324)

Manufactured 1876 with approximately 5,934 made in this model, most of which were purchased for the US military. The Schofield revolvers were issued to units such as the 4th, 9th, and 10th Cavalry, and subsequently found themselves in use in the American West. The 4th Cavalry was involved in Geronimo's capture. The 9th and 10th Cavalry were part of the legendary "Buffalo Soldiers". Manufactured in classic configuration throughout. The military requested that Smith & Wesson chamber the Schofields in the then-standard issue .45 Colt, which was too long to function in these revolvers. Smith & Wesson instead requested to design a cartridge that was .45 caliber and would work in both the Schofields and the Colt Single Action Army, which the US military then accepted. 2-piece walnut grips is marked with faint "CW" cartouche on right grip panel with "JRJr." cartouche on left grip panel. Additional markings include 1876 date on left grip panel and US mark on butt. Cylinder and butt have matching serial numbers. Grips are numbered 4740 on inside of both grip panels in different fonts. Martial subinspector markings can be seen at bottom flat of ejector housing and rear face of cylinder. CONDITION: Excellent for its age, with a majority of the thinning original bluing remaining mixing with a brown patina. Front and backstraps are mostly a gray patina. Hammer retains faded case colors. Left grip panel is excellent with markings legible and no major signs of distress. Right grip panel has been sanded with finish added and nail repair near cartouche. Mechanically fine. Bore is lightly frosted with crisp rifling. Barrel Length: 7" Caliber/Bore: .45 S&W FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson Model: No. 3 Schofield Serial Number: 4740

(A) AINSWORTH INSPECTED COLT CAVALRY SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1238 (Sale Order 97 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1874 in standard configuration for use by the United States Government. Desirable early features include italicized single line barrel address complete with serifs on either side, and early ejector rod housing with barrel reinforcement stud. Marked on left side of frame with 2 line patent date as well as "U.S." in small block font. Marked with O.W. Ainsworth's "A" inspector marking on barrel, trigger guard, top of backstrap near hammer, and cylinder. Mounted with factory 1 piece walnut grips with matching serial number on the interior of the backstrap. Left grip panel is marked with faint "OWA" inspector cartouche. CONDITION: Very good, with nearly all of the original finish turned an honest freckled gray patina with factory bluing still visible in well-protected areas such as barrel underneath ejector rod housing, ejector rod housing with the exception of the rounded outside, trigger guard, and on frame near hammer. Faint original case colors are visible on recoil shield, mostly concentrated on rear of recoil shield, hammer, and inside of loading gate. Grips have been lightly cleaned with outside edges of cartouche visible, although faint. Heavy handling marks near butt of grip. Action is tight and crisp with all 4 hammer stops. Bore is frosted with visible rifling. A desirable early Cavalry revolver in nearly untouched condition. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 6804

(A) AINSWORTH INSPECTED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY CAVALRY REVOLVER.

Lot #1239 (Sale Order 98 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1874 in standard configuration throughout. Desirable "A" O.W. Ainsworth inspector marks observed on trigger guard, top of backstrap near hammer, and the side of the cylinder. Features include script barrel address, 2 line patent date on frame next to "U.S." marking, early ejector rod housing with reinforcement stud cut (reinforcement stud is no longer present), barrel has reinforcement stud relief cut, and early style donut ejector rod head. Center pin and centerpin retaining screw are modern replacements. Donut ejector rod head has been repaired. Matching serial numbers observed on barrel, frame, trigger guard, cylinder, and butt. CONDITION: Good, with virtually all of the original finish turned a freckled gray patina throughout. At one point, the barrel was cut down and recrowned, likely for use in the Artillery model SAAs in the 1890s, and has since been restored to 7 - 1/2". Grips are well-worn. Mechanically fine. Bore is dark with well-defined rifling. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 10729

(A) HIGH CONDITION RARE DOCUMENTED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY CAVALRY WITH COLT PERIOD REFURBISHMENT.

Lot #1240 (Sale Order 99 of 324)

Originally issued in 1875 to Troop C, 5th Cavalry. When this revolver was sold in 2007, it came with a Springfield Research letter that stated it was one of 31 revolvers subject to a survey at Fort Riley, Kansas which determined that the interior works were out of order and recommended it be sent to Rock Island Arsenal for repair in 1886. It also is 1 of the 800 SAAs sent to Colt for refurbishment and issue to the New York Militia in 1895, per page 43 of "Cavalry and Artillery Revolvers... A Continuing Study" by Kopec and Fenn where the serial number is mentioned in a listing of New York Militia Issues and also listed as issued to Troop C, 5th Cavalry in the listing of Revolvers with Historical Association Within the 1875 Series of Cavalry Issues. Revolvers sent to Colt for refurbishment had the entire serial number stamped on both the cylinder and barrel, retained their early features, were left all matching, were finished in Colt's commercial charcoal blue finish with color case hardened frame, and the hammers were given a unique brilliant nitre blue finish. Matching full serial numbers observed at barrel, cylinder, frame, trigger guard, and butt. "J" sub-inspector marked on trigger guard, top of backstrap near butt, cylinder, and barrel. Hammer is inspector marked with Henry Nettleton's "H.N" on left side. Mounted with 1 piece walnut grips which are unmarked with the exception of "R.A.C" inspector marking near butt. Accompanied by a leather bound red velvet lined wood case with leather wrapping painted in the style of Moroccan leather. CONDITION: Excellent+, with conservatively 95+% of the Colt factory blue finish remaining with minor handling wear. Frame retains brilliant case colors. Hammer retains the vast majority of its nitre blue finish. Grips show no major signs of distress. Mechanically excellent. Bore is bright with minor freckling and crisp rifling. Case is very good. An attractive rare Colt Single Action Army in a unique configuration. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 16928

(A) NETTLETON INSPECTED COLT CAVALRY SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1241 (Sale Order 100 of 324)

Blue & color case hardened with uncut 7 - 1/2" barrel, full front sight and 1-line block letter address. Bottom of barrel has last 4 digits of serial number under ejector rod housing. Ejector rod housing is a second type with bullseye ejector rod head. Left side of frame has 3-line patent dates and a small “US” without periods. Mounted with original one piece walnut grip with last four digits of serial number in back strap channel, "1878" over the crisp oval cartouche “JEG” for Military Inspector Capt. John E. Greer on left side, and crisp oval cartouche "HN" for Henry Nettleton on right. This revolver is part of the later contracts of 1878, probably from the one that was signed August 27th, 1878. The "HN" sub-inspector initials of Henry Nettleton are observed on the frame & trigger guard adjacent to serial numbers on bottom of barrel, top of back strap, outer diameter of cylinder, and bottom right edge of grip. Left side of the hammer also has Nettleton’s initials. It is interesting to note that this revolver is only two SNs away from an identified “Keyes” revolver. Capt. A.S.B. Keyes was a captain in Troop D of the 10th Cavalry stationed at Fort Davis, Texas, apparently in charge of the Armory when 47 revolvers were discovered missing. Attempting to cover up his laxity in control, Capt. Keyes privately purchased 47 replacement revolvers and installed them in the Armory prior to an audit. His efforts failed as the subterfuge was discovered and he was issued a written reprimand condemning him for his actions. Nettleton inspected Colts were produced in 1878 and, as such, were available and issued to troops on the frontier engaged in the Indian Wars for many years thereafter, and few survive today in original configuration and original finish. A majority of the Nettleton contracts were returned in 1893 and in later recalls and altered to artillery configuration. CONDITION: Extremely fine, all matching, including barrel, cylinder, and grip. Barrel and ejector rod housing retains approximately 95+% strong original factory blue with very strong feathers on each side of the front sight and ejector rod housing stud and bright blue on ejector rod housing screw. Frame retains the vast majority of the brilliant factory case colors, slightly faded on the recoil shield & loading gate. Hammer retains heavily faded case colors. Trigger guard and back strap retain most of their original factory blue with candy striping on most of those surfaces with fine feathers on the flats of trigger plate on each side of the front web of the trigger guard. Cylinder retains approximately 95+% strong original blue, slightly thinned on outer diameter, glossy & bright in the flutes. Grip has a chipped right toe, otherwise is completely sound, showing light wear with a few nicks & dings on left side with crisp date & cartouches and retains most of its original oil finish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore, may have been fired, but if so, very little. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 48298

(A) COLT CAVALRY DFC MARKED SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1242 (Sale Order 101 of 324)

Colt Cavalry US marked Single Action Army revolver, serial number 119051. Ordnance inspected by David F. Clark, with his principal sub-inspector cartouche visible on right side of grip. The cartouche of Ordnance inspector Captain John G. Butler is present on left side of grip with 1887 inspection date. Serial number 119051 is observed on the frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. Last four digits of serial number, "9051" is observed on the cylinder and breech of barrel, under the ejector rod housing. "D.F.C" is observed on barrel and frame. Proof mark "P" is observed on barrel and cylinder. The mysterious inspector stamp "G" as found on many D.F.C. inspected revolvers is observed on inside the hammer slot. Hammer is a replacement from a later, smokeless era civilian revolver. 1-piece walnut grips have been varnished. Assembly number "83" is observed on loading gate. CONDITION: Fine overall with 80-85% original military-style blue remaining. Strong original case color remaining on the frame. Grips are sound showing modest wear. Replacement hammer. Bore is bright and clean. Action is tight and crisp. Very nice unmolested screws. MKS Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Serial Number: 119051

(A) EXTREMELY RARE UNSERIALIZED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY ARTILLERY MODEL WITH LD INSPECTED FRAME AND

Lot #1243 (Sale Order 102 of 324)

Built using Colt Cavalry Single Action Army replacement parts for the United States Government during the end of the 19th century-turn of the 20th century timeframe. With very few exceptions, these Artillery revolvers are serialized on the barrel, frame, trigger guard, and, butt like all other Colt Single Action Armies; this revolver is 1 of 12 known examples of a Colt Artillery single action revolver without a serial number. Furthermore, it is 1 of only 2 with the U.S. acceptance stamp on the left side of the frame. These "Non-Numbered Artillery Revolvers" (Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers... A Continuing Study, pages 100-108) were made likely as a cleanup effort of all remaining arsenal replacement parts circa 1903. Features include 5 - 1/2" barrel marked "45 COLT" on left side, blade front sight, "V" notch rear sight, single line barrel address, kidney shaped ejector rod head, "U.S." marked frame, 2 line patent marking, and walnut grips. Visible inspector stamps include "L.D." on frame, "K" on trigger guard, "R.A.C." on rear of cylinder and bottom of left grip panel, and "H" in hammer channel. CONDITION: Very good, with most of the original blue finish turned an untouched brown-gray patina with visible bluing in protected areas such as ejector rod housing, cylinder flutes, and trigger guard. Grips are strong with no major signs of distress, however, are unable to be removed from backstrap for inspection. Mechanically excellent, with all 4 hammer stops. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Previous Description Serial Number: NSN

(A) EXCELLENT DFC INSPECTED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY CAVALRY REVOLVER.

Lot #1244 (Sale Order 103 of 324)

Delivered to the U.S. Government Inspector at the Colt Plant on August 10, 1883 in a shipment of 150 guns of the same type per included factory letter. Martially inspected by David F. Clark on barrel near center pin, frame, cylinder, and bottom of left grip panel (upside down). Matching serial numbers observed on barrel, frame, cylinder, trigger guard, and butt. Inside of grips have been marked to match. 1 piece replacement walnut grips bear "JEG" cartouche dated 1883 on left grip panel and "DFC" cartouche on right grip panel. CONDITION: Excellent, with a significant majority of factory bluing remaining, mixing with a gray patina on typically handled areas such as muzzle, ejector rod housing, and one side of the cylinder near serial number. Frame retains bright case colors. Grips have been cleaned of their finish but markings are easily legible. Grips are strong with small chip near frame on right grip panel, but no other noticeable cracks or chips. Mechanically tight and crisp with all 4 hammer stops. Bore is bright with sharp rifling, possibly only test fired before issue. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 96264

(A) AINSWORTH INSPECTED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH KOPEC LETTER.

Lot #1245 (Sale Order 104 of 324)

Manufactured and inspected circa 1873 for use by the U.S. Cavalry. In the accompanying letter by John A. Kopec, he notes that this revolver is in a serial number range that suggests it was issued to the 6th or 10th Cavalry. In addition, it is noted in the letter that this SAA escaped the Ordnance Department recall of 1893 for the alteration to Artillery configuration. The most likely reason for this, in Kopec's opinion, is that the gun was "liberated" by a deserting trooper. Sub-inspector O.W. Ainsworth's "A" marking observed on barrel (faint), trigger guard, top of backstrap near hammer, and cylinder. Desirable early features include script barrel address, serial number close to cylinder pin, early ejector rod housing assembly which has both the donut ejector rod head as well as the reinforcement stud, 2 line patent date, and small front sight. The grips are replacements from an earlier revolver, probably an early civilian Single Action Army. CONDITION: Very good, as lightly polished to a gray patina with freckling throughout. Grips are very good with no major signs of distress. Right grip panel is museum numbered "H125". Action is tight and crisp. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Kopec Letter Serial Number: 1500

(A) DFC INSPECTED COLT CAVALRY SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1246 (Sale Order 105 of 324)

When sold in 2008 this Colt Single Action Army Revolver was documented by Kopec letter as correct and authentic in every respect. Inspected at the Colt factory by US Government inspectors in 1882. Classic 7 - 1/2" barrel configuration with U.S. marking on left side of frame. D.F.C. inspection markings visible on barrel, frame, cylinder, and bottom of grips near butt. 3 "kill notches" on left grip panel with left grip panel marked with "JEG" cartouche and right grip panel marked with "DFC" cartouche. CONDITION: Excellent, with a vast majority of the original thinning blue finish remaining (conservatively 90-95%) on barrel with silvering to muzzle and scattered light freckling. Ejector rod housing retains approximately half of its original blue finish with outside edge worn to a gray patina. Frame retains bright original case colors. Trigger guard and backstrap are mostly gray patina with original blue visible in protected areas. Grips are very good as lightly cleaned with markings still easily legible and no signs of major distress. Mechanically excellent with all 4 hammer stops. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 82087

(A) RAC INSPECTED COLT CAVALRY SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1247 (Sale Order 106 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1890 in classic configuration for use by the United States Government. 7 - 1/2" chambered in .45 Colt with single line barrel address, blade front sight, "V" notch rear sight, 3 line patent date with "U.S." marking on left side of frame, blue finish with color case hardened frame, and 1 piece walnut grips. Grips are marked with "353" on left grip panel, which is likely a rack number or a collection number. RAC inspector marked on barrel, frame, and cylinder. "K" markings on trigger guard and butt. CONDITION: Very good, benefitting from complete restoration, with nearly all of the applied finishes remaining. Frame has bright case colors. Hammer is an aftermarket replacement. Aftermarket lanyard loop has been installed on butt. Grips are excellent as sanded and refinished with faint cartouches and no major signs of distress. Mechanically tight and crisp with all 4 hammer stops. Bore is dark with well-defined rifling. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 134296

(A) AINSWORTH INSPECTED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY CAVALRY REVOLVER.

Lot #1248 (Sale Order 107 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1874 in standard configuration throughout. Desirable "A" O.W. Ainsworth inspector marks observed on trigger guard, top of backstrap near hammer, and left butt of grip. Left grip panel has a faint illegible cartouche. Bottom of backstrap is aftermarket marked "HDN". Features include script barrel address, 2 line patent date on frame next to "U.S." marking, early ejector rod housing with reinforcement stud, barrel has reinforcement stud relief cut, and early style donut ejector rod head. Matching serial numbers observed on barrel, frame, trigger guard, cylinder, and butt. CONDITION: Good, with virtually all of the original finish cleaned to a freckled gray-brown patina throughout. Barrel shows some heavy handling marks forward of ejector rod housing. Grips are well-worn. Mechanically fine. Bore is lightly frosted with well-defined rifling. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 9194

(A) AINSWORTH INSPECTED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY CAVALRY REVOLVER.

Lot #1249 (Sale Order 108 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1874 in standard configuration for use by the United States Government. Desirable early features include italicized single line barrel address complete with serifs on either side, and early ejector rod housing with barrel reinforcement stud. Marked on left side of frame with 2 line patent date as well as "U.S." in small block font. Marked with O.W. Ainsworth's "A" inspector marking on barrel, trigger guard, top of backstrap near hammer, and cylinder. Mounted with factory 1 piece walnut grips serial numbered on the interior of the backstrap "2490". Left grip panel bears "OWA" inspector cartouche and front area of butt on left side is marked with 3 "kill-notches". CONDITION: Very good, with a vast majority of the original finish turned an honest freckled gray patina with areas of faded original blue visible on ejector rod housing and on the barrel near the sight. Grips have had most of their finish worn away, but are very strong with no major cracks. Action is tight and crisp with all 4 hammer stops. Bore is lightly frosted with crisp rifling. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 12490

(A) AP CASEY INSPECTED COLT MODEL 1875 SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1250 (Sale Order 109 of 324)

Manufactured in 1875 with features including 7 - 1/2" barrel chambered in .45 Colt with blade front sight, single line barrel address with serifs on either side, "V" notch rear sight, donut ejector rod head, early ejector rod housing with support stud, 2 line patent date, desirable US marking on left side of frame, and walnut 1 piece grips. Matching serial numbers observed on barrel, frame, trigger guard, butt, and side of cylinder. Stamped with A.P. Casey's distinctive "C" inspection mark on outside of ejector rod housing, barrel, frame, inside of hammer channel, trigger guard, and cylinder. CONDITION: Good, with virtually all of the original finishes turned a freckled gray patina. Grips are in matching condition with heavy hand wear throughout, superficial dents, and minor chips. Action is tight and crisp with all 4 hammer clicks. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 19125

(A) CUSTER RANGE SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1873 TRAPDOOR CARBINE.

Lot #1251 (Sale Order 110 of 324)

Produced in the second quarter of 1874, this trapdoor carbine falls within the accepted range of carbines that could have been issued to Custer's 7th Cavalry prior to the infamous 1876 Battle of Little Big Horn. It is fitted with a blued barrel measuring 21 - 3/4" with some marring at the muzzle. Breech is marked with a condemned "C" and "V / P / (eagle head)" proofs, an indication the barrel is likely a replacement. Pinned blade front sight and carbine rear graduated on the base to 500 yards. Standard high arch breech block marked "MODEL / 1873" over crossed arrows, an eagle head, and "US" markings. The lock is marked with federal eagle, "U.S. / SPRINGFIELD / 1873" stampings, and 2-click tumbler. Walnut carbine stock correctly without tool trap, marked with an encircled script "P" firing proof and faint oval inspector cartouche. Standard iron mounts including barrel band with stacking swivel, 2-piece trigger guard, saddle ring and bar, and "US" marked carbine butt plate. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Barrel retains the vast majority of its arsenal blue with some wear at the muzzle as well as freckling. Mounts likewise retain significant portions of arsenal blue. Hammer has some mild cleaned oxidation and an overall silvery patina, a possible replacement. Stock is fine with scattered light marks throughout. Bore is strong and bright with mild cleaned oxidation spots. Crisp mechanics. Barrel Length: 21 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .45-70 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Springfield Model: 1873 Serial Number: 13875

7TH CAVALRY UNIT MARKED MODEL 1860 CAVALRY SABER CARRIED BY EDWARD MATHEY, COMMANDING OFFICER COMPAN

Lot #1252 (Sale Order 111 of 324)

Born in France, Edward Gustave Mathey enlisted as First Sergeant in Company C, 17th Indiana on May 31, 1861, was promoted to Second Lieutenant on May 1, 1862, and resigned August 10, 1862, due to taking a commission in the 81st Indiana as of September 1, 1862. With that regiment he saw action at Chickamauga in 1863, and in 1864 at Resaca, Kennesaw, Marietta, Atlanta, Jonesborough, Franklin, and Nashville. He was promoted to 1st Lieutenant on March 21, 1863, Captain November 8, 1863, and Major September 12, 1864. He was honorably mustered out on June 13, 1865, and received a commission as Second Lieutenant in the newly formed 7th U.S. Cavalry on September 24, 1867, with promotion to First Lieutenant on May 10, 1870. He is best known for his role at the Battle of Little Big Horn where, in command of Company B, he served as escort to the pack train, bringing provisions and the regiment’s reserve ammunition up to meet Major Frederick Benteen’s battalion and the shattered battalion of Reno, in time to endure the siege of their hilltop position until rescued by General Alfred Terry’s column on June 27, 1876. Mathey was subsequently promoted to Captain on September 30, 1877 and retired as a Major on December 11, 1896. Although retired in 1896, he kept up his military connections, being advanced to the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in 1904, and passed away ten years later, in 1915 in Colorado. He is buried at Arlington National Cemetery. The lot consists of four (4) pieces: (A) Mathey’s Model 1860 cavalry saber. The saber features a slightly curved blade with visible markings on the ricasso that read “US / C.E.W. / 1862” on the obverse and “D. J. Millard Clayville, NY.” On the reverse. The blade is followed by a brass hilt which has since been nickeled. The grip features a grooved, center-swelled wooden handle wrapped in black leather which is tightly bound to the grip with double twisted brass wire that fits neatly in the grooves of the handle. The sword is complete with its original scabbard featuring brass mounts and two carry rings which matches the nickel finish of the sword. This sword is not only a scarce, legitimately identified saber carried by an officer of the 7th Cavalry present at the Little Big Horn, it bears company, regimental, and individual rack markings indicating prior issue to enlisted men in the 7th Cavalry, all in companies in Custer’s battalion in the fight. The ricasso is stamped “C” and “7" over “4” over the maker’s mark, indicating issue to Tom Custer’s Company C, trooper rack #4, with the low rack number possibly indicating issue to one of Tom Custer’s sergeants. In addition, the knucklebow is stamped 7 / L / 28 and 72, indicating issue in Calhoun’s Company L, first to the trooper with rack number 28 and then to trooper with rack number 72, either before or after its use in Company C. In both cases this use would be prior to Mathey’s acquisition of the saber, likely for field use in preference to the much lighter, and hardly effective, M1872 cavalry officer’s saber. Mathey retained the saber as a memento after retirement, along with his M1872 officer’s saber, which surfaced from his estate at the same time and were both sold at Cowan's auctions in 2006. CONDITION: The edge of blade is rough and exhibits various chips which differentiate in size. There is recession of the nickel finish along the edge of blade, exposing the original steel. The hilt exhibits slight yellowing. The grip exhibits leather loss, exposing the wood handle. About half of the leather remains and there are chips in the exposed wood. The scabbard retains most of its nickel finish with scattered light abrasions. One of the brass carrying rings on the scabbard has been relocated backward approximately 4”. He had the scabbard altered for wear on a 1902 style belt by moving one ring and the sword plated. Overall good. Mathey may have had the sword re-nickeled in order to keep up with current regulations, despite his retirement several years prior, as he could have had this and other swords as decorations at his residence. (B) Mathey’s commission to Captain dated September 30, 1877. The document measures approximately 19” x 15” and is contained in a large plastic sleeve. CONDITION: The commission was once folded and exhibits creases and slight wrinkles. There are scattered areas of water damage and staining, especially around the bottom edges. The print and writing remain legible but the ink exhibits signs of fading. Overall good. (C) Brass tag marked “MATHEY” on the obverse and “7 CAV” on the reverse, CONDITION: Excellent. (D) Cabinet card of Lieutenant Colonel George Armstrong Custer. The cabinet card is marked “Mora 707 Broadway, N.Y.” at the bottom and “RI 4182” with pencil on the reverse. CONDITION: The cabinet card exhibits y

(A) FINE KERR LONDON ARMOURY MARKED WINCHESTER MODEL 1885 HIGH WALL SINGLE SHOT RIFLE IN .40 EXPRESS

Lot #1253 (Sale Order 112 of 324)

Manufactured in 1887. Fitted with a 30" blued No.3 weight round barrel stamped at the breech with ".40 EX" caliber designation and British proofs. Blade front sight and sporting rear. Attractively case hardened high wall receiver. Ebony inlaid Schnabel tip varnished walnut splinter forend. Straight grip walnut stock with steel shotgun butt plate and on the right side a round "LONDON ARMOURY / JAs KERR & Co / 118 QUEEN VICTORIA. ST E.C" stamp. James Kerr & Co. acted as the sole agents for Winchester in England at the time, and operated from the 118 Queen Victoria Street address from 1882 to 1887. CONDITION: Very fine. Barrel retains the vast majority of its original factory blue with some evidence of cleaned oxidation throughout, especially towards the muzzle. Receiver case colors are especially strong and dark, with some fading on the lower tang. Lever sides retain portions of case hardening the balance fading to patina with some oxidation. Butt plate likewise displays an oxidized brown patina with some pitting. Stocks are very fine with the usual scattered marks and some mild varnish loss near the butt plate. Retailer mark is sharp and legible. Bore is especially fine and bright. Crisp mechanics. Barrel Length: 30" Caliber/Bore: .40 Express FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Wnchester Model: 1885 Serial Number: 16676

(A) ATTRIBUTED WALTER COOPER CONVERSION OF SHARPS MODEL 1863 SINGLE SHOT RIFLE

Lot #1254 (Sale Order 113 of 324)

Sharps Model 1863 saddle ring percussion carbine converted into a .45 caliber centerfire with R.L. Moore letter attributing gun to Walter Cooper, Bozeman, Montana circa 1872. Gun has blued 30" octagonal barrel that measures 1 - 1/4" across muzzle from flat to flat. Barrel has sheared German silver blade front sight with "R.S. Lawrence" marked graduated flip sight with Rocky Mountain style notch rear sight. Barrel is unmarked except under forearm is stamped "17". Case hardened converted percussion action serial numbered "C40894" with "C.SHARPS PAT SEPT 12TH 1848" on left side of action along with ground saddle ring stud. Lock has been ground and filled in primer slot and is marked "C.SHARPS PAT OCT 5TH 1852" with single trigger control. Walnut stock with filled saddle ring bar slot and checkered over with steel buttplate. Walter Cooper style walnut 2-screw plain forearm with pewter nosecap and is stamped "17" in barrel channel. Comes with R.L. research letter. CONDITION: 60% fading original blue with 50% original fading case colors. Wood has traces of original finish with usage marks and dings. Excellent bore and mechanics. DLM Barrel Length: 30" Caliber/Bore: .45 caliber FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Sharps Model: 1863 Paperwork: LOA Serial Number: C40894

(A) FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER REVOLVER WITH CASE.

Lot #1255 (Sale Order 114 of 324)

Shipped in a shipment of the only gun of its type to Paul Borget (Borge in some records) in Fort Reno, Wyoming (also listed as Nevada in accompanying Colt letters) on February 4, 1891. Factory letter confirms configuration as 7 - 1/2" barrel chambered in .44/40 WCF with blue and case hardened finish, wood stocks, and factory engraved. Engraved in near full coverage with floral and acanthus scroll on a punchdot background with accenting wrigglework, geometrics, crosshatching, and sunbursts in the hand of Helfricht's shop, or possibly even the Master Engraver himself. Fit with 2 piece checkered factory grips. Accompanied by a burl walnut red velvet lined case. Documentation consists of extensive research into where exactly this revolver was shipped to as well as to whom it was shipped to, whether it was Paul Borge or Borget, and whether it was shipped to Fort Reno, Wyoming, Nevada, or Oklahoma. Additional research is included into an original owner of this revolver from the period, Thomas Claude Logan, who passed away in 1914 and handed down this SAA through 3 generations until it was sold to Dr. Jim "Doc" Watson. More research would be needed as to find where this revolver was shipped exactly as well as who Paul Borge was, and finally, how it came to be in the hands of Thomas Claude Logan. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Very good, with nearly all of the original finish turned a brown patina with sharp engraving and original bluing visible in well-protected areas, most notably at ejector rod housing. Frame is essentially a gray patina with faded traces of original case colors visible in protected areas. Grips are excellent, with no major signs of distress. Action is tight and crisp with all 4 hammer stops. Bore is frosted with moderate abrasion toward muzzle and well-defined rifling. Case is excellent. A very desirable and attractive factory engraved Colt Single Action Army with interesting Western shipment, and an exciting opportunity for more research to be done to complete its history. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Frontier Six Shooter Paperwork: Factory Letter, Documentation Serial Number: 138138

(A) COLT ETCHED PANEL FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH FACTORY LETTER.

Lot #1256 (Sale Order 115 of 324)

Shipped on September 19, 1883 in a shipment of 5 guns of the same type to J.P. Moores Sons in New York, New York. Factory letter confirms configuration of 5 - 1/2" barrel in .44/40 WCF with blue finish and stocks are "Not Listed". Left side of barrel is marked with desirable acid etched panel marking that reads "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER". Matching serial numbers observed on barrel underneath ejector rod housing, frame, trigger guard, and butt. Cylinder has been renumbered to match. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Very good, with finishes mostly turned a gray-brown patina. Panel is faint but legible and complete. Bright original bluing is visible in protected areas such as around trigger guard, on ejector rod housing, and top of backstrap near hammer. Hammer retains visible case colors. Grips are very good, retaining over half of their original finish and no major signs of distress. Action is tight and crisp with all 4 Colt clicks. Bore is frosted with visible rifling. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Frontier Six Shooter Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 93431

(A) FINE ETCHED PANEL COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER SHIPPED TO WINCHESTER.

Lot #1257 (Sale Order 116 of 324)

According to the Colt Factory Archive letter. This gun left the factory as a .44/40, barrel length not listed, blued finish, and type of stocks not listed. It was shipped the the Winchester Repeating Arms Co. in New Haven, Connecticut on February 14, 1882, in a shipment of 25 guns. There are 3 other Colt Archive letters with this gun dating back to April 19, 1938. All 4 of these letters confirm the configuration of this Colt and discuss the history of the Colt Company. There is also a notarized letter dated 1/31/1992 from Bob Eder discussing the condition of this fine Colt. Single line address on top of the barrel "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". There is an etched panel on the left side of the barrel "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER". Three line patent dated on the left of the frame. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard, backstrap, and on the grip inside of the rear channel. Last four of the serial number on the bottom of the barrel under the ejector rod housing and on the side of the cylinder. Assembly number (6869) on the inside of the loading gate. Case color frame and hammer. Small single action front sight and a V notch rear sight. One piece wood grip. It has an oval ejector head. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: This gun retains some of the original high polish blue finish. The majority of the finish loss is to the ejector rod housing, barrel, and the backstrap. Vibrant case color in the protected areas on the frame and hammer. The remainder is turning a silver color. Nitre blue screws have not been molested. The front sight has had a small piece of ivory installed in it. The action locks up tight and indexes fine. It has all four clicks. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. The grips have a couple of storage marks and have had an extra coat of varnish applied to them. A very high condition Colt Frontier Six Shooter. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Frontier Six Shooter Paperwork: Factory Letter, Documentation Serial Number: 72510

(A) COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER (1884).

Lot #1258 (Sale Order 117 of 324)

Manufactured in 1884 in 4 - 3/4" configuration with features including blue finish, small front sight, V notch rear sight, low profile ejector rod head, black powder frame, color case hardened frame and hammer, and walnut grips. Accompanied by a factory letter confirming configuration as well as shipment to E. C. Meacham Arms Company in St. Louis, Missouri, on April 21, 1885, in a shipment of 134 guns of the same type. Matching serial numbers observed on barrel, frame, trigger guard, butt, and cylinder. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Very good when considering the age, with about half of the original bluing remaining with the balance worn to a gray patina. Frame is essentially a gray patina with original colors visible on hammer. Grips have finish loss at edge near butt, and no major signs of distress. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is lightly frosted with visible rifling. Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 112530

(A) DFC INSPECTED COLT SINGLE ARMY CAVALRY REVOLVER.

Lot #1259 (Sale Order 118 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1878 in 7 - 1/2" barrel configuration with features including small front sight, V notch rear sight, donut ejector rod head, black powder frame, and walnut grips. Left side of frame has 3 line patent address with "U.S." marking. Barrel has faint "D.F.C." inspector marking near center pin. Matching serial numbers observed on barrel, frame, trigger guard, cylinder, and butt. CONDITION: Good, with virtually all of the original finishes turned a gray-brown patina with faint traces of original finish visible in protected areas. Grips are well worn and are shy to grip frame, with no major visible cracks. Mechanically fine with all 4 clicks. Bore is frosted with visible rifling. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 41405

(A) TEXAS SHIPPED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH CARVED STEER GRIPS.

Lot #1260 (Sale Order 119 of 324)

Shipped from the factory on November 24th, 1891, with features including nickel finish, and 4 - 3/4" barrel chambered in .41 Long Colt, to Charles Hummel & Son in San Antonio, Texas, in a shipment of 2 guns of the same type in the shipment. Included Factory Letter listing stocks as "Not Listed", which typically means whatever was standard for the period, which would have been gutta percha. Currently fit with attractive 2-piece carved Mother of Pearl grips featuring a scarcely seen full bodied running steer on the right grip panel. Electropenciled on the backstrap with presentation that reads "Frank Carson Texas 18(obfuscated)". CONDITION: Excellent for its age, retaining a significant majority of the original flaking nickel plating, with sharp markings and scattered light freckling. Backstrap has sustained more wear to the finish than the rest of the gun, with nickel missing in scattered areas. Grips are in matching condition, with minor chip to the top of the right grip panel and fit shy to the grip frame. Action is tight and crisp with all 4 hammer clicks. Bore is bright with well defined rifling. Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .41 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 143948

(A) RARE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER IN .44 HENRY RIMFIRE.

Lot #1261 (Sale Order 120 of 324)

Shipped on February 12, 1877 to Schuyler, Hartley, and Graham in New York, New York, in a shipment of 25 guns of the same type. Configuration is confirmed by factory letter, with caliber listed as ".44" and barrel length, finish, and stocks listed as "Not Listed". For this vintage of SAA "Not Listed" would be 7 - 1/2" barrel, blue finish, and walnut stocks. Matching serial numbers observed on barrel underneath ejector rod housing, frame, trigger guard, butt, and cylinder. This revolver has several desirable early features such as small front sight, caliber marking on barrel near center pin, ejector rod housing with reinforcement stud, bullseye ejector rod head, 2 line patent address on frame, script barrel address with serifs on either side, and caliber marking on left side of trigger guard. Chambered for the rare and desirable .44 Rimfire cartridge, with an estimated production of only 1,892 ever manufactured. These revolvers were made in their own separate serial number range and were made in both .44 and .22 Rimfire. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Very good, as cleaned to a gray patina and scattered faint traces of factory bluing remaining in protected areas. Replacement hammer retains bright case colors. Grips retain a vast majority of their finish with superficial handling marks. Action is tight and crisp with all 4 hammer stops. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry Rimfire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 411

(A) COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER (1880).

Lot #1262 (Sale Order 121 of 324)

Manufactured in 1880 with classic configuration for the period, 7 - 1/2" barrel in .45 Colt with blue finish and walnut grips. Additional features include blade front sight, "V" notch rear sight, single line barrel address, kidney-shaped low profile ejector rod head, and 3-line patent address on frame. Matching serial numbers observed on barrel, frame, trigger guard, butt, and cylinder. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Very good, with near all of the original bluing turned an untouched freckled gray patina, and remnants of factory blue visible in well-protected areas. Grips are strong, with no major cracks and visible professional repairs to each grip panel. Left grip panel is hand carved with 3 "kill notches". Action is tight and crisp with all 4 hammer stops. Bore is dark with well-defined rifling. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 61141

(A) COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH CARVED STEER HEAD PEARL GRIPS.

Lot #1263 (Sale Order 122 of 324)

According to the Colt Factory archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .45 Colt with a 4 - 3/4" barrel. It had a blue finish, and the stocks were not listed. It was shipped to Hartley & Graham, New York, New York, on July 5, 1892, in a shipment of 15 guns. It is now fit with a set of carved mother of pearl grips with a bulls head motif on the right grip. Blackpowder frame with case color. The two line address on top of the barrel was misstamped. It is showing just the bottom line. The index mark is also off. The roll die caliber mark is not struck very well either. Two line patent dates on the left side of the frame next to a rampant Colt Logo. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard and backstrap. Single action front sight and a V notch rear sight. CONDITION: This gun retains approximately 60% of the original factory applied blue finish. The majority of the finish loss is to the barrel and ejector rod housing. There are some case colors in the protected areas of the frame and hammer. Great bore with well defined lands and grooves. The grips show some wear with some chips mainly to the left grip. Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 146581

(A) COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER IN CASE.

Lot #1264 (Sale Order 123 of 324)

Manufactured in 1884 in classic configuration for this vintage of SAA, with 7 - 1/2" barrel chambered in .45 Colt with single line barrel address in block font, blade front sight, "V" notch rear sight, low profile kidney shaped ejector rod head, and 3 line patent date. Mounted with 1 piece walnut grips. Matching serial numbers observed on barrel underneath ejector rod housing, frame, trigger guard, butt, cylinder, and inside of backstrap channel on grips. Accompanied by a black leather bound French fitted hardwood case with maroon velvet liner and wood cartridge block for 40 rounds of .45 Colt. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Very good, with a significant majority of the original finish turned a freckled brown patina with approximately 25% original bluing remaining on barrel. Balance of gun has original bluing only in well-protected areas such as cylinder flutes. Frame shows traces of bright case color. Grips retain the majority of their original finish with no major signs of distress. Mechanically fine. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Case is excellent. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 106349

(A) COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY FLAT TOP TARGET REVOLVER IN SCARCE .22 RF.

Lot #1265 (Sale Order 124 of 324)

According to the Colt Factory Archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .22 caliber with a 7 - 1/2" barrel, blued finish, and rubber grips. It was shipped to Schoverling, Dale & Gales in New York, New York, on May 6, 1890, in a shipment of 1 gun. One of only 93 Single Action Army Flat Top Targets in .22 Long Rifle. There were approximately 925 Single Action Army Flat Top Targets manufactured. This gun is in the typical configuration with a 7 - 1/2" barrel and two-piece hard rubber grips. Single line address on top of the barrel, "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". Roll marked caliber designation on the left side of the barrel, "22-R.F.". Three-line patent dates on the left side of the frame. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. The last three numbers of the serial number are on the bottom of the barrel under the ejector rod housing and on the back of the cylinder. Assembly number 732 is in the inside of the loading gate. The blade front sight is on a solid base. The rear sight is dovetailed into the top strap. Two piece Eagle hard rubber grips. The screws have all been replaced. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: This gun has been cleaned of all of the finish. The bore has frosting in the lands and grooves. The action locks up tight and indexes fine. The Eagle grips show some slight wear. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .22 LR FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 129305

(A) FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH CARVED PEARL GRIPS.

Lot #1266 (Sale Order 125 of 324)

According to the Colt Factory Archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .45 Colt with a 4 - 3/4" barrel. It was blue with rubber stocks and factory engraving. It was shipped to Hartley & Graham New York, New York, on April 9, 1895, in a shipment of 3 guns. Now it is nickel plated with two piece Mother of Pearl bullshead grips. Two line address on top of the barrel "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". Roll die caliber designation on the left side of the barrel, "45 COLT". Two line patent dates on the left side of the frame "PAT. SEPT. 19, 1871 / JULY 2, 72 JAN. 19, 75". There is a Rampant Colt logo in a circle on the left side of the frame. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard, and the backstrap. Assembly number 584 is on the inside of the loading gate. It is engraved in a scroll and foliate pattern with a punch dot background with zigzag borders and other geometric designs incorporated into the engraving. CONDITION: The engraving on the gun is washed out from buffing. It retains almost all of the reapplied nickel finish. There is some holster wear and a couple of spots of light pitting. The action locks up and indexes fine. It has all four clicks. Fair bore with well-defined lands and grooves. There is some frosting in the bore. Nice set of Mother of pearl grips with a bulls head motif on the right grip with a small chip at the heel of the right grip. Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 159929

(A) COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1267 (Sale Order 126 of 324)

Shipped from the Colt Factory on December 8th, 1879, in a shipment of 6 guns of the same type to Schoverling, Daly, & Gales in New York, New York. Current configuration is barrel "Not Listed" (for the period, this is 7 - 1/2"), nickel finish, "Not Listed" stocks (for the period, this is walnut), and barrel chambered in .44/40 WCF, which is confirmed in the factory letter. Left side of barrel is marked with desirable original etched panel marking. CONDITION: Excellent+ for its age, retaining approximately 90% of the original nickel finish with minor flaking and scattered light wear throughout. Grips are good, with most of the finish remaining on left grip panel and a minority remaining on right panel. Left grip panel has a small chip near the frame. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is frosted with well-defined rifling. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 53272

(A) DESIRABLE MONTANA SHIPPED COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH FACTORY LETTER.

Lot #1268 (Sale Order 127 of 324)

Shipped on September 2nd, 1891, to Babcock & Miles in a shipment of 6 guns of the same type. Factory letter confirms configuration as a 4 - 3/4" barrel chambered in .44/40 WCF with blue finish and grips as "Not Listed". In the "Remarks" section of the letter, it is noted that Babcock & Miles had 2 locations, one in Billings, Montana, and one in Red Lodge, Montana. Matching serial numbers observed on frame, trigger guard, and butt. CONDITION: Excellent with a vast majority of the original bluing remaining with minor freckling and handling marks throughout. Frame case colors have mostly grayed with original colors visible in well-protected areas. Grips are sun faded with no major signs of distress. Action is tight and crisp with all 4 hammer stops. Bore is lightly frosted with sharp rifling. Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 142567

(A) COLT SHERIFF'S MODEL FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1269 (Sale Order 128 of 324)

A very desirable and collectible sheriff model, manufactured in 1887. This is a no-record gun, but there is a three page letter from Ron Graham explaining this gun. In his letter, he states that this Colt is a no-record factory original (stocks excepted), single action Sheriff's Model. It has a two line barrel address on top of the barrel "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". It has an etched panel on the left side of the barrel "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER". There is a 44 stamped on the bottom of the barrel. Three line patent dates on the left side of the frame. Caliber designation on the left front trigger bow "44CAL". Matching serial numbers observed on the frame and trigger guard. There is a silver plate that has been machined into the bottom strap of the grip. It is engraved with a zig zag border and the name "JIM". Blue and case color finish with a set of mother of pearl grips. CONDITION: This gun retains some of the original factory applied blue finish. The etched panel is good. There are traces of the case color in the protected areas, with the remainder turning silver. The screws have not been molested. The silver plate shows some darker patina. Grips have a few small chips and nicks along the edges. They are not original to this gun. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. Action has all four clicks and locks up tight. Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Ron Graham Letter Serial Number: 122383

(C) FACTORY ENGRAVED COLORADO SHIPPED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1270 (Sale Order 129 of 324)

Per the included factory letter, this revolver shipped as a .45 Colt with a 5 - 1/2" barrel, blued finish, ivory grips, and factory engraving to Tritch Hardware Company, Denver, Colorado, in a shipment of 1, on October 16th, 1925. The factory engraving of the number 2 style is undoubtedly that of Glahn or his shop, with well-cut florals on a stippled ground. Recoil shield with iconic Glahn geometrics interwoven with florals and dressed with line borders, and accents on ejector rod housing, ejector rod plunger head, and backstrap. Other features as standard with blade front sight, single line Colt information across top of barrel, caliber designation on left side of barrel, 2 line patent dates on left side of case colored frame, and full or partial serial numbers observed on frame (twice, once on the back under the grips), trigger guard and backstrap (under the grips), and on cylinder. Loading gate with 395 assembly number. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION Excellent, retaining approximately half of the factory finishes, with distensions about proofs from application of stamp. Barrel with thinning to gunmetal grey, particularly on ejector rod housing and left side of barrel consistent with holster wear, some brown toning visible. Frame with case colors largely faded, but retaining perhaps as much as 15% in protected areas such as recesses, with wonderful vibrancy. Grips are good with some black lines common to old ivory, right scale with a splice repair at toe, approximately 1 - 5/8" x 1". Mechanically fine with all four Colt clicks, bore is excellent with strong rifling and some mild frosting. This is a fantastic example of a Colorado shipped factory engraved gun. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 347678

(C) FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER SHIPPED TO ST. LOUIS.

Lot #1271 (Sale Order 130 of 324)

Per the included factory letters (2), this revolver shipped as a .45 Colt with a 4 - 3/4" barrel, blued finish, ivory grips, and factory engraving, shipped to Simmons Hardware, c/o R.A. Gougn, St. Louis, Missouri, in a shipment of 1 on June 18th, 1909. Both letters relay the same information. The factory engraving, of approximately B class coverage, is that of Cuno Helfricht of his shop, with well-cut floral scroll on a punch dot background, with rocker engraving, shell motifs, and geometric accents supporting the scroll. Other features as standard including blade front sight, two line Colt information across top of barrel, caliber designation on side of barrel, 2 line patent date on left side of frame, matching serial numbers on frame, trigger guard, and butt. Checkered ivory grips of a later vintage. Accompanied by aforementioned factory letters and a note from Frank Graves, regarding when he found the gun in San Antonio, Texas, and that it was attributed to a sheriff in Cotulla, Texas (spelled Catulla in letter). PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Metal is essentially a smooth dove grey throughout, with thinning blue retained on barrel, in cylinder flutes, and most protected areas, such as abutting trigger guard. Case colors are entirely faded. Mechanically fine with all 4 Colt clicks, bore with visible rifling and some moderate frosting. Grips are very good as more recent. Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter, Documentation Serial Number: 309477

(C) FACTORY ENGRAVED SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1272 (Sale Order 131 of 324)

According to the Colt Factory Archive letter. This gun left the factory as a .45 Colt with a 4 - 3/4" barrel, nickel finish, pearl grips, and factory engraving. It was shipped to Stauffer, Eshleman & Company, New Orleans, Louisiana, C/O A.J. Anderson Company, Fort Worth, Texas, on August 17th, 1916, in a shipment of 2 guns. Two line address on top of the barrel "COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". Roll die caliber designation on the left side of the barrel, "COLT 45". Two line three date patent dates on the left side of the frame "PAT. SEPT. 19, 1871 / JULY 12, 72 JAN. 19, 75". There is a rampant Colt logo next to the patent dates. VP proof on the left front trigger bow. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard and backstrap. Last four digits of the serial number observed on the barrel under the ejector rod housing and on the rear of the cylinder. Scroll and foliate engraved with a punch dot background, with zigzag borders and other geometric designs incorporated into the engraving. This gun sports a set of carved mother of pearl two-piece grips with a bulls head motif on the left grip. These grips have been added to this gun. There is also a letter from a previous owner stating that he purchased it from the family that originally purchased this gun. They lived in Waco, Texas, and worked for the railroad there. CONDITION: This gun retains the vast majority of the factory-applied nickel finish. Most of the finish loss is to the left front of the barrel. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. Action locks up tight and indexes fine. The grips have some chips at the top of each grip. Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Copies of Factory Letter, Documentation Serial Number: 333587

(C) CATTLE BRAND ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1273 (Sale Order 132 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1919. Full coverage engraved in the "Texas Cattlebrand" style popular, throughout the 20th century, as made famous by Cole Agee and continued on by Weldon Bledsoe and David Wade Harris. Engraving comprises of cattlebrands on a punchdot background with accenting scrollwork. Further embellished with nickel plating and gold wash on ejector rod housing, cylinder, and hammer. Mounted with 2 piece Colt Mother of Pearl grips featuring a Rampant Colt medallion on either side. CONDITION: Excellent overall with virtually all of the nickel plating remaining. A vast majority of the gold wash remains on ejector rod housing and hammer, with gold wash visible in protected areas on cylinder. Gold wash on cylinder has mostly worn to the silver plating underneath. Grips are excellent, with no major signs of distress. Mechanically fine, with all 4 hammer stops. Full cock notch is soft. Bore is frosted with crisp rifling. Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .38-40 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 333710

(C) FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1274 (Sale Order 133 of 324)

Shipped March 9, 1911 to Norvell Shapleigh Hardware Co. in St. Louis, Missouri, in a shipment of 1 gun. Originally shipped in this configuration except for finish and grips. Finish is listed as being originally blue, and grips are listed as "Not Listed", which means more than likely rubber for this vintage of SAA. Factory engraved with scroll on a punchdot background with accenting wrigglework on top of receiver, backstrap, and ejector rod housing. Loading gate and top of backstrap are engraved with sunbursts. Fit with a pair of Mother of Pearl Grips. CONDITION: Very good, with a vast majority of the added nickel finish remaining with scattered light oxidation and handling marks. Grips are excellent with no major signs of distress. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is frosted with light oxidation and crisp rifling. Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .38-40 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Copy Serial Number: 317027

(C) VERY ATTRACTIVE CASED AND ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER AND BOWIE KNIFE.

Lot #1275 (Sale Order 134 of 324)

Manufactured in 1956. Blue and case color gun with one piece ivory stocks. It comes in a presentation case with a Bowie knife, an extra .44-40 cylinder and a box of ammo. There is a presentation on the ejector housing to Robert Auth, Yellow Pine, Idaho. The gun has been profusely engraved in a scroll and foliate pattern with borders and other geometric designs incorporated into the engraving. One line barrel address,"COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". Caliber designation on the left side of the barrel, "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .44 SPECIAL". Two line three date patent date on the left side of the frame "PAT. SEPT. 19, 1871 / JULY 2, 72 JAN. 19, 75". Next to the patent dates is a Rampant Colt logo. VP proof on the left front trigger bow. The Bowie knife was manufactured by "FAULKNER". It also has a presentation to Robert R. Auth - Yellow Pine, Idaho. It has an ivory grip and scroll engraving on the pommel and the cross guard. Partial box of Western bullseye box of .44-40 ammunition. The extra cylinder is engraved like the gun. This all comes in a wooden case with a maroon interior. CONDITION: This gun retains some of the original blue finish. There is case color in the protected areas on the frame. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. The grips are near mint and fit the gun very well. The Bowie is in near mint condition. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 Special FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 7032SA

ADDENDUM: This revolver was engraved by master engraver George Sherwood of Oregon.

(C) COLE AGEE CATTLE BRAND ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1276 (Sale Order 135 of 324)

Manufactured in 1902. Full coverage engraving in the "Texas Cattlebrand" style made famous in the early to mid 20th century by legendary Texas engraver Cole Agee, and fit with a pair of 2 piece sambar stag grips. Agee engraved guns from the 1920s-1955 and is best remembered for his legendary, distinct style with cattlebrands on a punchdot background. After his death in 1955, his legacy was continued by his student Weldon Bledsoe, and is continued today by David Wade Harris. Agee is reported to have never signed his work, therefore accurate attribution is extremely difficult. Accompanying this revolver are a copy of a biographical article from the October/November 1980 issue of the "Arms Gazette", a copy of the Arms Gazette issue featuring the article, a copy of an article from the "Gun Report" featuring a cattlebrand engraved SAA, and a letter from Weldon Bledsoe dated December 21, 1981 stating that it is his opinion that Cole Agee engraved this revolver. CONDITION: Excellent, with virtually all of the added nickel plating remaining. Grips are in matching condition with no major signs of distress. Mechanically fine with all 4 hammer stops. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38-40 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Information Serial Number: 232708

A scan of the Weldon Bledsoe letter has been added.

(C) COLT BISLEY MODEL FLAT TOP TARGET SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1277 (Sale Order 136 of 324)

Manufactured in 1904 and one of only 97 Bisley flat top targets in .45 Colt. There were approximately 976 Bisley flat top targets manufactured. This gun is in the typical configuration with a 7 - 1/2" barrel and two piece hard rubber grips. When Colt introduced this model it was called the "Model of 1894". The name Bisley was not adopted until this model had proven itself at an International competition held in the eponymous English town. Single line address on top of the barrel, "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". Roll marked caliber designation on the left side of the barrel "(BISLEY MODEL) 45 COLT". Two line three date patent dates on the left side of the frame, "PAT. SEPT. 19, 1871 / JULY 2, 72 JAN. 19,75". There is a Rampant Colt logo in a circle next to the patent dates. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard and the backstrap. Assembly number 739 is in the inside of the loading gate. The blade front sight is on a solid base. The rear sight is dovetailed into the top strap. The front sight has been replaced. Stored inside of the grips is the original front and another rear sight. Two piece hard rubber grips are marked on the inside, the left grip has "J.F.R." and the right grip has "6-9-1905 / KUFERSCHMIDT / CO. / MEMPHIS / TENN.". CONDITION: This gun has turned to a pleasing brow and gray patina. It has a few handling marks and light pitting scattered across the gun. The grips show wear but do not have any chips or cracks. Fair bore with well defined lands and grooves. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Bisley Serial Number: 268259

(C) COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH STEER HEAD CARVED IVORY GRIPS.

Lot #1278 (Sale Order 137 of 324)

Manufactured in 1926 per serial number. Features include a 7 - 1/2" barrel with single line barrel address, blade front sight, "V" notch rear sight, low profile ejector rod head, color case hardened frame and hammer, and 2 line frame patent date. Mounted with 2 piece ivory grips inset with Rampant Colt medallions on either grip panel, checkering on left grip panel, and carved with a steer head on right grip panel. The accompanying letter from Colt states that the information for this Colt Single Action Army Revolver could not be located. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Excellent, with a vast majority of the original bluing remaining, with light handling marks and freckling throughout. Frame retains original case colors. Grips show no major signs of distress. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Information Serial Number: 348866

(C) EXCEPTIONAL COLT MODEL 1877 THUNDERER WITH PICTURE BOX.

Lot #1279 (Sale Order 138 of 324)

Manufactured in 1903. This gun is blue with a case color frame and nitre blue small parts. Factory two piece checkered hard rubber grips with the rampant Colt logo at the top of each grip. Two line address on top of the barrel, "COLT'S PT. F.A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A." A roll die caliber marking on the left side of the barrel, "COLT 41 D.A." Three line patent dates on the left side of the frame next to a rampant Colt logo. Half moon front sight with a V notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cylinder. This gun comes in a rare factory original pink picture box. CONDITION: This gun remains in stunning original condition. It retains virtually all of the factory applied blue finish. Vibrant case color on the frame. There is one small spot of finish loss on the right side of the frame. Nitre blue small parts show essentially no wear. The screws have not been molested. The left grip has a couple of wear spots toward the top of the grip. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. The box is in great shape with on corner slit on the lid. The label shows some wear from storage. The bottom of the box has some staining and writing on it. A very high condition 1877DA in an original box. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 3 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .41 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 DA Serial Number: 140682

(C) HIGH CONDITION COLT MODEL 1877 LIGHTNING DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH PICTURE BOX.

Lot #1280 (Sale Order 139 of 324)

According to the Colt Factory archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .38 Colt with a 4 - 3/4" barrel. It was blue and the stocks were not listed. It was sold to Florodora Tag Company, Cleveland, Ohio, and then it was shipped to Continental Tobacco Company New York, New York, on February 5th, 1903, in a shipment of 50 guns. These guns were used as prizes for collecting tobacco tags. It has a half moon front sight with a V-notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cylinder and two piece hard rubber grips. Two line barrel address on top of the barrel. "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD CT. U.S.A." roll die caliber mark on the left side of the barrel. "COLT D.A. 38." Three line patent dates on the left of the frame next to the Rampant Colt logo. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. This gun is housed in a rare original factory pink picture box. CONDITION: This gun retains virtually all of the factory applied blue finish. Vibrant case colors. Nitre blue small parts show some wear. The checkering on the grips is sharp and crisp. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. The factory box remains in very good condition. The top label shows some fading and some chipping. The bottom shows some shelf wear. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 4 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 DA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 140099

(C) COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH DESIRABLE FLEUR-DE-LIS GRIPS.

Lot #1281 (Sale Order 140 of 324)

Shipped January 16, 1925 as the only gun in the shipment of its type to W.S. Brown & Co. for Roland Nicholson in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Included factory letter confirms configuration as 5 - 1/2" barrel chambered in .45 Colt with blue finish and stocks listed as "Checked Wood". Accompanied by a black leather-wrapped wood purple velvet lined French fitted case for a Colt SAA and a 50-round box of ammunition. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Excellent+ and near mint, with virtually all of the original bluing remaining. Frame retains brilliant case colors. Grips show no major signs of distress. Action is tight and crisp. Bore has fouling in the grooves but is overall lightly frosted with crisp rifling. Case is excellent. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 346684

(C) EXCELLENT SECOND GENERATION COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH BOX.

Lot #1282 (Sale Order 141 of 324)

Shipped April 29, 1958 in a shipment of 2 guns of the same type to K&G Sporting Goods Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Current configuration is as confirmed by factory letter: blue with color case hardened frame, and checkered hard rubber grips featuring a Rampant Colt on either side (stocks are listed as "Not Listed" in letter). Accompanied by a factory 2nd generation black Colt box serial numbered to the gun as "17701" on the bottom in orange pencil. CONDITION: Excellent+ and near mint, with virtually all of the original finishes remaining. Frame retains brilliant case colors. Grips are in matching condition with no major signs of distress. Bore is bright, possibly only factory test fired. Box is very good, with wear to corners and front edge of lid beginning to come loose. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 17701SA

(C) VERY FINE SECOND GENERATION COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH BOX.

Lot #1283 (Sale Order 142 of 324)

Shipped January 15, 1959 to East Pasadena Firearms & Tackle in Pasadena, California, in a shipment of 1 gun of the same type. Shipped with blue finish and stocks are "Not Listed", which would be rubber for the time period. Current configuration is same as the letter with blue finish, color case hardened frame, and mounted with checkered hard rubber grips featuring a Rampant Colt on either side in an oval. Accompanied by factory letter as well as correct black 2nd generation factory box serial numbered to the gun on bottom side in orange pencil. CONDITION: Excellent+, with virtually all of the original finish remaining with scattered light handling marks. Frame retains bright case colors. Hammer retains protective wax cover. Cylinder does not have a dragline. Grips are in matching condition with no major signs of distress. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Box is very good with wear to lid and high edges. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 Special FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 23494SA

(C) COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY WITH FACTORY STEER HEAD CARVED IVORY GRIPS.

Lot #1284 (Sale Order 143 of 324)

According to the Colt factory Archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .45 Colt with a 5 - 1/2" barrel. It was blued with carved ivory steer head stocks. It was shipped to the O'Neil McNamara Co. in Vicksburg, Mississippi, on November 7, 1927, in a shipment of 1 gun. This letter confirms the configuration of this gun. Single line barrel address on top of the barrel, "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG.CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". Roll die caliber designation on the left side of the barrel, "45 COLT". Two line patent dates on the left side of the frame, "PAT. SEPT. 19, 1871 / JULY 2, 72 JAN 19, 75". There is a Rampant Colt logo on the left side of the frame. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. The frame and backstrap are numbered under the grips. Two piece carved ivory grips with a bulls head motif with nickel Colt medallions at the top of each grip. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: This gun retains the vast majority of the original applied blue finish. It does have a turn line and some holster and high edge wear at the muzzle. The case colored frame and hammer have color in the protected areas with the remainder turning to a silver color. The screws have not been molested. Good bore with sharp lands and grooves. Action locks up tight and indexes fine. It has all four clicks. The grips show some wear and age cracks at the bottom of the grips. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 350599

(C) COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER FIT WITH DESIRABLE FLEUR DE LIS GRIPS.

Lot #1285 (Sale Order 144 of 324)

Shipped December 26, 1923, to Hibbard, Spencer, Barlett & Company in Chicago, Illinois, as the only one of its type in the shipment. Letter lists original configuration as 5 - 1/2" barrel chambered in .32-20 WCF with blue finish, and stocks "Not Listed". Current configuration is the same as what is documented in the letter, excepting the stocks, which are the desirable checkered walnut "Fleur-De-Lis" grips featuring a Rampant Colt in a medallion on either side. Grips are hand numbered to the gun in pencil on each grip panel when removed in a factory style. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Excellent, with a vast majority of the original blue finish remaining overall, with heavily handled areas like front and backstrap having significantly more wear. Frame and hammer retain their case colors which are beginning to fade. Action is tight and crisp with all 4 hammer stops. Bore is lightly frosted with crisp rifling. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .32-20 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 345307

(C) HIGH CONDITION COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1286 (Sale Order 145 of 324)

Manufactured in 1937. Blued finish with a color case hardened frame and two-piece mother of pearl grips. Two line address on top of the barrel, "COLT'S PT. F. A. CO. / HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". Roll die caliber designation on the left side of the barrel "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45". Two-line three-date patent dates on the left side of the frame "PAT. SEPT.19, 1871 / JULY 2, 72 JAN. 19, 75". Rampant Colt logo on the left side of the frame. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. The trigger guard and backstrap are numbered under the grips. Assembly number 330 located on the inside of the loading gate. The grips have the gold color deep dished Colt medallions. It comes with the original two-piece hard rubber grips. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: This gun retains virtually all of the factory applied blue finish. Vibrant case colored frame. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. The grips are near mint and are a little oversized for thuis gun. Accessories: Grips Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 355660

(C) PRE-WAR COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER (1939).

Lot #1287 (Sale Order 146 of 324)

Manufactured in 1939 with features including 5 - 1/2" barrel chambered in .357 Magnum with single line barrel address, blade front sight, "V" notch rear sight, color case hardened frame, and checkered gutta percha grips with a Rampant Colt on either side in an oval. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining a vast majority of the original blue finish with minor handling marks and modest wear. Cylinder shows light freckling. Frame retains bright case colors. Grips are very good, with checkering sharp and chip to right grip panel near butt. Action is tight and crisp with all 4 hammer stops. Bore shows areas of heavy oxidation throughout and darkness near muzzle with visible rifling. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .357 Magnum FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 356976

(A) HISTORIC COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER REVOLVER OF COLORADO MARSHALL J.W. SCYBERT.

Lot #1288 (Sale Order 147 of 324)

Shipped February 18, 1893, as a single gun shipment to F.W. Adams, a store owner in New Castle, Colorado, as a blued .44-40 Single Action with 5 - 1/2" barrel, pearl grips, and a factory inscription done in gold reading "J.W. SCYBERT - CITY MARSHAL / PRESENTED BY BERNARDY BROS." on the back strap. Josiah Walter Scybert was born December 31, 1859, and is listed as living in Colorado as early as 1885. By 1888, he was recorded as acting Deputy Sheriff of New Castle, the newly formed mining town, before officially being elected as the town's first City Marshal later that year. He held the position until 1893, becoming Night Marshal. An 1893 article in the Glenwood Springs Avalanche Echo records his service as having "made many important arrests during his terms of office and is noted for his fearlessness and daring." Schynert remained in the New Castle area until at least 1910, ranching along the Divide Creek near where Teddy Roosevelt set up his bear hunting camp in 1905. Although it is unknown why this revolver was presented to Scybert, the Bernoudy Brothers (misspelled Bernardy Bros. on the gun) were proprietors of a saloon in New Castle from 1889 to 1894 and also served as agents for various local real estate and insurance agencies. This revolver is accompanied by extensive research complied by Donald Jones, including copies of photographs of Marshal Scybert wearing his badge, Francis Adam's store where the revolver was shipped, and various period views of New Castle, in addition to numerous scans of period documentation and historical references. The revolver remains in the configuration as shipped, confirmed by a 2011 dated Colt archival letter and scan of the original factory record. Revolver is fitted with a 5 - 1/2" .44-40 round barrel roll stamped "COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER" and with 1-line address. Black powder frame stamped on the right with 2-line patent marking and encircled rampant Colt. Grips are smooth 2-piece mother of pearl. This historic revolver is photographed and described in a 1974 article, "The Marshal's Colt," published in the Pennsylvania Gun Collectors Association "Monthly Bugle" by William W. Dalrymple and in 1976 on pages 8 and 9 of "Historical Hartford Hardware" by the same author, copies of each are included. The revolver is also pictured on page 411 of the "Colt Peacemaker Encyclopedia", and pg. 66 of the First Edition, "A Study Of The Colt Single Action ARmy Revolver" by Graham, Kopec, and Moore. PROVENANCE: Ex Charlie Schriener, John Hayes, Robert Blom, Richard "Dick" Burdick. CONDITION: Good. Revolver finishes have drifted to a brown, gray patina throughout, with use commensurate with a Western lawman's Peacemaker. Markings are legible, the inscription somewhat faint, with light traces of gold in the lettering. Grips are somewhat poorly fit, showing age with oxidation staining and some mild chipping along the edges. Bore displays strong, well-defined rifling, some cleaned black powder oxidation present in the grooves. Crisp mechanics, all 4 hammer clicks retained. A few screws appear to be replaced. Matching numbers were observed on frame and grip straps. Documented guns from lawmen in the Old West are few and far between, even scarcer with factory presentation inscriptions. This Colorado Marshal-presented Peacemaker is a tangible piece of American Western history and would make an excellent addition to any advanced collection. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Frontier Six Shooter Paperwork: Binder of Prov, Factory Letter Serial Number: 149901

(A) FINE FIRST YEAR COLT MODEL 1877 LIGHTNING DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1289 (Sale Order 148 of 324)

According to the Colt Factory archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .38 Colt with the barrel not listed. It was blue, and the stocks were not listed. It was shipped to J.P. Moores Sons, New York, New York, on April 2, 1877, in a shipment of 8 guns. It has all the very early features. It has a 1/4" half moon front sight with a V notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cylinder and A one piece coarse checkered rosewood grip. It does not have a mainspring tension screw in the front grip strap. Two line barrel address on top of the barrel. "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD CT. U.S.A." etched panel on the left side of the barrel. "COLT D.A. 38." Three line patent dates on the left of the frame. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard, backstrap back of the cylinder, and on the grip in the chanel. CONDITION: This gun retains virtually all of the retailer applied nickel finish. Nitre blue small parts show some wear. The checkering on the grips is sharp and crisp. Bore is good with well defined lands and grooves. A very early Colt 1877DA. Please note that the following lot was part of the same shipment. Barrel Length: 3 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 DA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 465

(A) STELLAR FIRST YEAR COLT MODEL 1877 LIGHTNING DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH PICTURE BOX.

Lot #1290 (Sale Order 149 of 324)

Achording to the Colt Factory archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .38 Colt with the barrel not listed. It was Blue and the stocks were not listed. It was shipped to J.P. Moores Sons, New York, New York on April 2, 1877, in a shipment of 8 guns. It has all the very early features. It has a 1/4" half moon front sight with a V notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cylinder and a one piece coarse checkered rosewood grip. It does not have a mainspring tension screw in the front grip strap. Two line barrel address on top of the barrel. "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD CT. U.S.A." etched panel on the left side of the barrel. "COLT D.A. 38." Three line patent dates on the left of the frame. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard, backstrap, back of the cylinder, and on the grip in the chanel. This gun is housed in an original factory pink picture box. CONDITION: This gun retains virtually all of the factory applied blue finish. Vibrant case colors. Nitre blue small parts show some wear. The checkering on the grips is sharp and crisp. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. The factory box remains in very good condition. The top label shows some fading and some chipping. The bottom shows some shelf wear. A very early Colt 1877DA. Please note that the previous lot was a part of the same shipment. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 3 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .41 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 DA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 471

(A) RARE 2" COLT MODEL 1877 THUNDERER DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1291 (Sale Order 150 of 324)

According to the Colt Factory archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .41 Colt with a 2" barrel. It was nickel with rubber stocks. It was shipped to Hartley & Graham in New York, New York, on May 23, 1882 in a shipment of 25 guns. With the 2" barrel guns Colt was not able to put a full address on the top of the gun, so they just have the word "COLT" on the top of the barrel. This one has an etched panel on the left side of the barrel, "COLT D.A. 41". Three line patent dates on the left side of the frame. Caliber designation on the left rear trigger bow ".41 CAL". Half moon front sight with a V notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cylinder with two piece hard rubber grips and nitre blue small parts. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard and backstrap. PROVENANCE: Out of the Dr. Marohn collection. CONDITION: This gun retains approximately half of the factory applied nickel finish. Most of the finish loss is to the frame. Checkering on the grips is sharp and crisp. Very good bore with well defined lands and grooves. Action works in both single and double action. The 2" barrel guns rarely come up for sale. Barrel Length: 2" Caliber/Bore: .41 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 DA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 33980

(A) COLT MODEL 1877 LIGHTNING DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1292 (Sale Order 151 of 324)

According to the Colt Factory archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .38 Colt with a 6" barrel. It was blue with stocks not listed. Under special features, the letter notes it was furnished with an ejector. It was shipped to W.R. Schaefer & Son, Boston, Massachusetts, on September 16th, 1886, in a shipment of 1 gun. German silver half moon front sight and a V notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cylinder with two piece hard rubber grips. Case color frame and nitre blue small parts. Two line address on top of the barrel, "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A." Deep etched panel on the left side of the barrel, "COLT D.A. 38". Three line patent dates on the left side of the frame. There is an "A" stamped on the left rear trigger bow. CONDITION: This gun has survived and is in stunning condition. The early original deep polish blue finish shows a few handling and storage marks. The lower part of the rear grip strap has a little bit of finish loss. The case colors are vibrant. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. The checkering on the grips is sharp and crisp and show essentially no wear. The nitre blue screws have not been molested. The action works great in both single and double action. Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .38 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 DA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 56123

(A) ENGRAVED 2" COLT MODEL 1877 THUNDERER DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1293 (Sale Order 152 of 324)

According to the Colt Factory archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .41 Colt with a 2" barrel. It was nickel with rubber stocks. It was shipped to B. Kittredge and Company in Cincinnati, Ohio, on May 13, 1879, in a shipment of 20 guns. It was subsequently period engraved, and a set of one-piece ivory grips were added to the gun. It has a two line address on the left side of the barrel, "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO / HARTFORD CT. U.S.A.". There is a three line patent date on the left side of the frame, and a caliber mark on the left rear trigger bow. Matching serial numbers on the frame, trigger guard, and the backstrap. The last three digits of the serial number on the back of the cylinder. Half moon front sight and a V notch rear sight. The engraving is mostly a foliate and scroll pattern with a punch dot background. There are other geometric designs and borders incorporated into the engraving. The engraving was executed by a master engraver. After all the work was done on this gun it was period renickeled. CONDITION: This gun retains virtually all of the period reapplied nickel finish. There is a small spot of pitting on the left side of the barrel by the address. The grips show some age cracks. They fit this gun extremely well. The bore has some frosting in the lands and grooves. The action works in both single and double action. The screw heads have not been molested. Barrel Length: 2" Caliber/Bore: .41 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 DA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 15535

(A) NEW YORK ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1877 THUNDERER DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1294 (Sale Order 153 of 324)

According to the Colt Factory archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .41 Colt with a 4 - 1/2" barrel. It was in the soft with the stocks not listed. It was shipped to Hartley & Graham New York, New York, on May 9, 1883, in a shipment of 10 guns. It was then New York engraved. It is engraved in a scroll and foliate pattern with a punch dot background. Two line barrel address on top of the barrel,"COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". There is an etched panel on the left side of the barrel, "COLT D.A. 41". Three line patent dates on the left side of the frame. "41 CAL." on the left rear trigger bow. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard, and the backstrap. The last three numbers of the serial number are on the back of the cylinder. Assembly number 668 is on the inside of the loading gate. It has two piece mother of pearl grips. CONDITION: This gun retains most of the retailer applied nickel finish, with most of the finish loss to the frame. Half moon front sight has been taken down a little. Dark bore with frosting in the lands and grooves. The action works in double action and hangs up a little bit in single action. Barrel Length: 4 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .41 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 DA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 43552

(A) COLT MODEL 1877 LIGHTNING DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH PICTURE BOX.

Lot #1295 (Sale Order 154 of 324)

According to the Colt Factory archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .38 Colt with a 4 - 1/2" barrel. It was nickel plated, and the stocks were not listed. It was shipped to Hibbard, Spencer, Bartlett & Company Chicago, Illinois, on September 15, 1892, in a shipment of 10 guns. Two line barrel address on top of the barrel "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". There is a roll die caliber designation on the left side of the barrel, "COLT D.A. 38". Three line patent dates on the left side of the frame. Rampant Colt logo in a circle on the left side of the frame. Matching serial numbers observed on the frame, trigger guard, and the backstrap. The last three digits of the serial number are on the back of the cylinder. Assembly number 72 is on the inside of the loading gate. Two piece checkered hard rubber grips with Rampant Colt logo at the top of each grip. It comes in an original Colt pink picture box. CONDITION: This gun retains the vast majority of the original factory applied nickel finish. The cylinder has the most finish loss at the front. Nitre blue small parts still retain almost all of the blue. The checkering on the grips is sharp and crisp. Fair bore with some frosting in the lands and grooves. The box is in very good condition. The top has two corner splits and the label has some chipping and fading. It has a brush and cleaning rod in it. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 4 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 DA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 90526

(A) ENGRAVED AND PLATED NEW HAVEN ARMS NO. 1 VOLCANIC POCKET PISTOL.

Lot #1296 (Sale Order 155 of 324)

From 1857 to 1862, Oliver Winchester's New Haven Arms Co. produced approximately 850 of their No. 1 size Volcanic pocket pistols chambered for .31 Rocket Ball ammunition. This attractive example is fitted with a standard blued octagon barrel with German silver cone front sight and 2-line "NEW HAVEN CONN. / PATENT FED 14. 1854" address. The iconic lever action brass frame features full factory silver plating and loose foliate scroll engraving with dot borders and other flourishes, a $1.50 option at the time of its manufacture. Stocks are smooth 2-piece walnut, each panel impressed on the underside with the gun's full serial number. Bolt is numbered "19". CONDITION: Very fine overall. Barrel retains significant portions of original blue within the protected areas of the flutes, the balance turning to gray patina. Frame exhibits nearly all of its pleasantly mellow silver, the high edges thinning to brass. Grips have some have some scattered nicks and wear at the base but are otherwise very good. Bore is bright with strong, well-defined rifling. Fine mechanics. Barrel Length: 3 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .31 Rocket Ball FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: No. 1 Volcanic Pocket Serial Number: 1796

(A) RARE ENGRAVED NEW HAVEN NO. 2 NAVY BELT PISTOL.

Lot #1297 (Sale Order 156 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1857 to 1862, only an approximated 300 Navy models were produced with 6" "Belt" length barrels. This example is fitted with a ribbed barrel with bead front sight and faint 2-line address. The brass frame is silver plated and attractively engraved, as is scarcely encountered on the navy pistols. The foliate arabesque patterns with a very fine punch dot background cover the sides and top flats, extending around the hammer slot and down the back strap. As is rarely seen, this pistol is equipped with a set of matching smooth ivory grips, each panel marked on the interior with the serial number. Additionally, the inside of both grips is marked in ink “DAVID B. HUFFMAN / REAVILLE N.J. / 1945”, the right grip also with the notation “JEWELER”. The serial number is also found on the right side of the frame, lever, side plates, and internal parts. CONDITION: Very good. Barrel displays a mottled gray patina, cleaned a long time ago. Frame retains the majority of its original silver with flaking and wear, thinning to a mellow patina at the high areas and straps. Grips have a pleasant honey patina with age lines at the escutcheons and butt. Strong, bright bore with some mild oxidation spots. Action cycles appropriately, the follower is currently stuck. Magazine spring appears to be a replacement. Overall a very attractive and scarce specimen. Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .41 Rocket Ball FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Volcanic Model: No. 2 Navy Serial Number: 2121

(A) IMPORTANT MARCELLUS HARTLEY INSCRIBED MASSACHUSETTS ARMS CO. SMITH PERCUSSION CARBINE.

Lot #1298 (Sale Order 157 of 324)

Manufactured from 1861 to 1865 for agents Poultney and Trimble of Baltimore, Maryland by the Massachusetts Arms Co., the Smith carbine saw significant use in the Civil War. This historic example is inscribed on the top of the receiver in Old English script to "Marcellus Hartley / S. H. & G.", notable arms and surplus dealer of Schuyler, Hartley, & Graham fame. By 1864, surplus production of Smith carbines and ammunition were made available in the Schuyler, Hartley, & Graham catalog. Marcellus Hartley also organized the purchase of 7,995 of the carbines as government surplus in 1901 for resale. It is very possible this carbine bearing Marcellus Hartley's inscription was presented to him or was acquired as a souvenir from one of these business ventures. The carbine remains in otherwise standard configuration. The blued half-octagon barrel is fitted with a German silver blade front sight and ladder rear. Characteristic agent and manufacturer stampings present on the case-hardened breech-loading percussion lock receiver. Walnut stocks are of nicer figure than usually encountered, mounted with early style sling swivel barrel band and plain steel butt plate. No martial inspector markings visible. CONDITION: Fine. Barrel retains the vast majority of its fading original rust blue. Case hardened components have faded to a silvery gray patina. Stocks are likewise very fine with mild impressions throughout and a coat of varnish. Bore displays sharp rifling throughout with some light areas of cleaned oxidation. Fine mechanics. A fantastic piece of Civil War surplus history! Barrel Length: 21 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .50 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Mass. Arms Co. Model: Smith Carbine Serial Number: 9550

(A) RARE ENGRAVED NEW HAVEN ARMS VOLCANIC LEVER ACTION CARBINE.

Lot #1299 (Sale Order 158 of 324)

Approximately 1000 Volcanic carbines were manufactured between 1857 and 1860 by the New Haven Arms Co. This example is fitted with a type II ribbed barrel with silver plated brass blade front sight and sharp, possibly reapplied, 1-line New Haven address. Brass receiver is silver plated and characteristically engraved with loose foliates and borders. Left side plate is a replacement, and engraved to match. Plain walnut stock fitted with a silver plated crescent butt plate engraved en suite. CONDITION: Good. Barrel displays a brown gray patina with some added finish. Receiver exhibits portions of silvering, cleaned at some point with the brass starting to mellow. Stock is very fine as cleaned, fit is slightly shy. Lower tang screw stripped. Bore is strong with abrasion in the grooves. Fine mechanics. A scarce and desirable precursor to the iconic Henry and Winchester rifles. Barrel Length: 16" Caliber/Bore: .41 Rocket Ball FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: Volcanic Carbine Serial Number: 44

(A) NEW HAVEN ARMS MODEL 1860 HENRY LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1300 (Sale Order 159 of 324)

Late production manufactured in 1866. Rifle features a blued 24" octagon barrel chambered in .44 Henry Flat RF and stamped on the top flat with large style 2-line address. Correct later style tapered squared back German silver blade front sight and replacement dovetail mounted folding ladder rear sight graduated to 1000 yards. Full length magazine tube with large brass follower and forward sling bar. Classic brass frame stamped with Benjamin Tyler Henry's "H" inspection mark on the lower tang. Late form walnut stock with an obtuse comb angle and a defined Henry bump. Later style brass butt plate with pointed heel. Matching numbers observed on the barrel breech, lower tang, and stock inlet. CONDITION: Very good. Barrel displays a chemically turned brown patina with some cleaned oxidation spots and a sharp address. Receiver has a some nicks and dings, a few of which have been polished out and patinaed to match the overall, attractive mellow golden patina. Hammer has some cleaned oxidation and is a possible replacement. Stocks have been cleaned with some added finish and scattered marks, including a larger ding at the comb line. Strong bore with some black powder abrasion. Fine mechanics. A truly iconic and highly desirable repeating rifle, one of the most advanced of its time, popular among soldiers in the Civil War and on the frontier pushing West. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: 1860 Henry Serial Number: 11826

(A) SCARCE HENRY MARKED 2ND MODEL WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1301 (Sale Order 160 of 324)

Produced in 1868 at the height of the post-Civil War Westward Migration. Fitted with a blued 24" octagon barrel chambered in .44 RF bearing early and desirable Henry's and King's patent roll mark. Dovetail mounted blade front sight and 900 yard graduated Henry rear sight. An additional tang mounted windage adjustable aperture rear sight is mounted to the tang and appears to have been for some time. Standard full length magazine tube with thread in plug. Iconic brass 2nd Model receiver with blued loading gate. The plain walnut forend is mounted with a dimpled brass nose cap with sling swivel. Matching straight grip walnut stock with sling swivel and brass crescent rifle butt plate. Tool trap retains an original 4-piece iron cleaning rod. Matching numbers found on left side of lower tang under the wood, in top tang channel of buttstock and inside toe of butt plate. CONDITION: Very fine. Barrel retains the majority of its original blue, drifting to brown patina at the high areas. Magazine tube has largely faded to chocolate patina. Brass exhibits an especially attractive untouched mellow mustard patina with some spotting and mild verdigris along the gaps. Hammer retains faint traces of case color, largely faded to patina. Lever and tang sight likewise have turned largely to a brown patina. Stocks retain significant portions of original varnish with the usual nicks and impressions, in addition to a hairline crack through the bottom butt plate screw hole. Bore displays strong well defined rifling throughout. Crisp mechanics. A very nice example. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1866 Serial Number: 15972

(A) HISTORIC ULRICH ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 LEVER ACTION RIFLE INSCRIBED TO CHARLES DELONG.

Lot #1302 (Sale Order 161 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1870. Rifle sports a blued 24" octagon barrel with blade front sight and 900 yard graduated rear. Receiver is finished in gold wash and very attractively factory engraved in fine, clear Ulrich style. Although unsigned, the fine work has been attributed to the skilled hand of John Ulrich. The right side features a pair of game scene panels, a running hare and duck on water, surrounded in punch dot shaded foliate and floral scroll with decorative borders. The left features a tightly enclosed pointer and an open panel inscribed "Hon. Chas. E. DeLong". The left is also embellished with similar borders and scroll, the scrollwork attractively incorporating an eagle head and wolf head. The scrollwork continues onto the forend cap and crescent butt plate. Stocked in highly figured XXX grade walnut, as marked "GXXX" on the tang, with sling swivels also mounted on the nose cap and butt. Stock channel and inside of butt plate are marked with full, matching serial numbers. Tool trap retains an original 4-piece brass tipped iron wiping rod. Research indicates Charles DeLong was born in New York in 1832 and headed West to California in 1850, settling in Yuba County where he engaged in mining, bartending, and store keeping, before opening a law office in Marysville. He was elected to the State Legislature as a representative of Yuma in 1857, and in 1860 was elected as a State Senator. In 1864, DeLong served on the Constitutional Convention of Nevada. The newly elected President Grant appointed DeLong as Minister Resident of the United States at Japan, leaving for the East in 1869 and later elevated to the position of Envoy Extraordinary and Minister Plenipotentiary in 1872. After returning from his diplomatic missions in 1874, DeLong passed away from typhoid fever in 1876. An included 2014 letter of provenance recalls this gun was passed down through the Shields family for five generations, originally acquired by Andrew Middleman Shields, who settled in Marysville, California, around 1849, where he owned the United States Hotel and Marysville Woolen Mill. The family is uncertain how exactly the rifle was acquired from DeLong, but there are many tantalizing possibilities. CONDITION: Overall fine. Barrel retains over 90% strong original factory blue with some thinning along the high edges, freckles and other minor losses. Magazine tube has largely faded to gray patina. Receiver exhibits an attractive mellow mustard patina highlighted with significant portions of original gold, retained especially in the protected areas and engraving. Loading gate displays very strong and bright nitre blue. Hammer retains most of its muted case colors. The lever largely faded to patina. Forend has a few scattered handling marks. The stock appears sanded, fitting somewhat shy to mounts with a repair at the wrist. Strong bore. Smooth mechanics. A truly outstanding Ulrich engraved Winchester with California history to boot. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry Rimfire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1866 Paperwork: Provenance Serial Number: 38576

(A) HISTORIC PRESENTATION WINCHESTER 1866 LEVER ACTION RIFLE INSCRIBED TO S. JENKINS.

Lot #1303 (Sale Order 162 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1869. Blued 24" octagon barrel roll stamped on the top flat with 2-line Winchester address. German silver blade front sight and 900 yard graduated ladder rear sight. Brass 3rd Model receiver. Varnished straight grain walnut forend mounted with a a brass nose cap with iron sling swivel. Matching butt stock is likewise varnished but of nicer figure, numbered "7418" in the channel. Stock affixed with rear sling swivel and matching "7418" numbered brass crescent rifle butt plate. Tool trap retains an original 4-piece brass tipped iron wiping rod. Importantly, the left side plate of this rifle is inscribed "S. Jenkins / from / J. Mc. A. Jr. / JANUARY 1st 1870." Rifle is attributed to Samuel Washington Jenkins, born in 1848 in Bryson City, North Carolina. After seeing five of his older brothers join up and fight for the Confederacy, Jenkins attempted to enlist at 16 years old but was rejected. He instead went to Maryville, Tennessee, where he joined the Union Army, claiming he was 18 years old. He mustered into the Third Regiment, Company L of the Tennessee Volunteer Cavalry Volunteers on June 17, 1864, and was soon promoted to Corporal. During his service, Jenkins helped deliver supplies to General Sherman on his March Through Georgia, in addition to seeing action at Okolona, Mississippi, and at Ivy Farm against Nathan Forest. Fighting against Forrest's cavalry again defending the Nashville and Decatur Railroad, they were forced to surrender on September 24, 1864, and were marched to Castle Morgan prison in Alabama, where he was held under brutal conditions until brought to the Union lines at Vicksburg in 1865 for a prisoner exchange. After the surrender at Appomattox, Jenkins and along with an estimated 2200 others, mostly former POWs, boarded the well-overloaded steamship Sultana bound for Ohio to be discharged. On April 27, the ship's boilers burst, causing the single deadliest maritime disaster in American history. Nearly 1200 perished. Jenkins was thrown from an upper deck and suffered a scrotal rupture but survived as a good swimmer and was picked up by a gunboat. After the War, Jenkins took up life as a physician before passing away in 1933. It is uncertain who presented this rifle or for what occasion. CONDITION: Fine. Barrel and magazine tube retain the vast majority of their factory blue with high edge wear and thinning. Brass displays a pleasant mottled golden patina as cleaned at some point long ago. Hammer retains faint traces of case color, the lever faded to brown patina. Stocks have some usual scattered nicks and an added coat of finish. A repair present on the left side of the wrist. Strong bore with well-defined rifling throughout and some freckles. Fine mechanics. A very nice, historic Winchester that would make a welcome addition to any collection of Winchesters or Civil War arms. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1866 Paperwork: Research Serial Number: 27418

(A) ATTRACTIVE JOHN ULRICH ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 LEVER ACTION CARBINE.

Lot #1304 (Sale Order 163 of 324)

Included factory records indicate this carbine was received in the Winchester warehouse July 17, 1888, and shipped out November 8 of the same year. Fitted with a standard carbine length round barrel marked for ".44 RF" with barrel mounted blade front sight and rear ladder sight. The brass frame features very attractive Ulrich style engraving with a total of 4 empty geometric panels framed in foliate scroll with punch dot shading. The scroll and foliate motifs continue on the top flat and run down alongside the hammer slot. The lower tang is finely stamped "J. ULRICH" for John Ulrich, one of the famed Ulrich brothers who began doing factory engraving for Winchester in the 1870s and continued until his death in 1924. The engraving on this carbine is highly elegant and a nice representation of John's work, of which little is signed. The carbine is stocked in plain walnut with a silver plated steel carbine butt plate engraved en suite at the heel. Matching "225" assembly numbers present on the inside of the lower tang and stock. CONDITION: Very good. Barrel has turned a pleasant dove gray patina. Receiver exhibits a pleasant mottled mellow golden patina, the engraving attractively darkened. Stocks appear lightly cleaned with scattered impressions. Butt plate retains the vast majority of its plating with some loss. Rifling is strong with some abrasion. Fine mechanics. Hammer appears to be a replacement. An overall very nice and scarce signed example of John Ulrich's masterful work. Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: .44 RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1866 Paperwork: Factory Research Serial Number: 166115

(A) FACTORY ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 LEVER ACTION CARBINE WITH MEXICAN EAGLE, ATTRIBUTED TO TH

Lot #1305 (Sale Order 164 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1870 and attractively engraved. Attributed to the Ulrich brothers by R.L. Wilson, the silver plated brass frame is engraved on the right with an open geometric panel flanked by large, punch dot shaded foliate scrolls and line borders. More interestingly, the left side features a Mexican Coat of Arms, a spread wing eagle, with similar foliate scroll and linework. Several other Model 1866s are known in the 30,000 and 40,000 engraved with Mexican eagles for sale there. This particular example is photographed in both Madis's "The Winchester Book" on page 89 and Wilson's "Winchester Engraving" on page 74. Otherwise standard with carbine length round barrel, full length magazine, German silver front sight, rear carbine leaf, and 2-line address. Saddle ring receiver slotted for a dust cover, the cover no longer present. Stocks are plain walnut with a brass crescent trap butt plate, engraved with a foliate scroll at the heel. Butt plate internally numbered with a matching "6130". PROVENANCE: Ex. Stanley R. Andrus. CONDITION: Very good overall. Barrel displays a pleasing freckled chocolate patina with a clean and legible address. Receiver retains traces of silver, the balance a mellowing golden patina. Stocks have some scattered impressions and abrasions from age, but no major sign of distress. Bore is strong and bright with some cleaned black powder oxidation. Fine mechanics. A great, well published Ulrich engraved '66 carbine. Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: .44 RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1866 Paperwork: Copy of Publication Serial Number: 36130

(A) ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 LEVER ACTION MUSKET.

Lot #1306 (Sale Order 165 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1870. Fitted with a blued 27" round barrel with 2-line address. 24" magazine tube retained by 3 barrel bands, the central band with sling swivel. 3rd Model receiver marked on tang with an "M" for musket. Receiver features panels of deep, nearly relief engraved flowing foliate scrolls over punch dot shaded backgrounds. The right side is inscribed in a banner "Paxades M. Sagasta", possibly for Praxedes Mateo Sagasta. Born in 1825, Sagasta joined the Progressive Party while studying Civil Engineering in Madrid. He served in the Cortes starting in 1854 but was forced into exile in France after opposing Queen Isabella II in 1866. After returning to Spain in 1868 for the Revolution, he served as Prime Minister 7 times prior to his death in 1903, including during the Spanish American War. Plain walnut stocks, the butt mounted with rear sling swivel. Brass trap butt plate stamped on the heel with a "40" rack number and internally numbered "1511". CONDITION: Very good overall. Blued finish has drifted to a pleasant chocolate patina throughout with some silvering around the muzzle. Receiver displays an equally attractive mellow patina. Stocks appear lightly cleaned with some scattered dings and a small split along the left side of the wrist. A small area of filler present on the forend. Good strong bore with some abrasion. Fine mechanics. Barrel Length: 27" Caliber/Bore: .44 RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1866 Serial Number: 32070

(A) WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1307 (Sale Order 166 of 324)

According to serial number this rifle was made in 1868 as a 2nd model with serial number concealed under wood line on left side of lower tang. SN 17424. Cal. 44 RF Henry with 24-1/4 oct bbl, full magazine, half nickel front sight and 900 yard Henry-style ladder rear sight. Mounted with standard, straight grain American walnut with straight stock and crescent buttplate with trap containing an orig 4-pc brass & iron cleaning rod. Bbl has the Winchester & King’s Patent 2-line address. Wood & bbl appear to be modern replacements and receiver appears to have been dressed and artificially aged to perfection, probably by the late Ron Kudrick of Reno, Nevada. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl & magazine tube retain a fine, smooth, even dark artificially aged patina; ladder rear sight is reproduction as are stock screws, stocks and swivels. Receiver & buttplate retain a crisp medium faux mustard patina. Wood is sound and retains about all of its fine custom finish. Mechanics are fine but was made with out half-cock position on hammer, brilliant shiny bore. Cleaning rod has minor pitting, otherwise is fine. This rifle is accompanied by a very detailed George Madis letter authenticating this rifle . Barrel Length: 24-1/4" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry Rimfire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1866 Paperwork: George Madis Research Letter Serial Number: 17424

(A) WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 SADDLE RING CARBINE.

Lot #1308 (Sale Order 167 of 324)

4th Model carbine manufactured circa 1882. Standard 20" round barrel with full length magazine tube retained by a pair of barrel bands, faint 2-line address, barleycorn front sight, and 2-leaf rear. Iconic brass frame with saddle ring. Replacement walnut forend. Straight grip walnut stock with steel crescent rifle butt plate. CONDITION: Fair. Barrel displays an even brown gray patina. Worn receiver exhibiting a mellow golden patina. Forend is very good with some scattered marks. Stock likewise has only scattered marks, a possible original replacement. Lower tang screw is replaced. Abraded bore with visible rifling. Good mechanics. Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: .44 RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1866 Serial Number: 158880

(A) FINE SPECIAL ORDER WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 LEVER ACTION RIFLE,

Lot #1309 (Sale Order 168 of 324)

Per included factory research, this rifle shipped August 18, 1884 with half octagon barrel, case hardened receiver, plain trigger, and shotgun butt. Rifle remains in the configuration as shipped. Fitted with a blued 24" half octagon barrel chambered in .44-40 with Rocky Mountain front sight and sporting rear. 3rd Model case hardened receiver. 2-piece figured walnut stocks with case hardened nose cap and steel shotgun butt plate. CONDITION: Very fine. Barrel and magazine tube retain the majority of their thinning original factory blue with areas drifting to a toned patina. Receiver displays very attractive, strong and bright case colors with some mild spotting and wear along the high edges. Hammer and lever sides likewise retain strong, muted case hardening. The underside of the lever, as well as the mounts, have largely faded to a mottled patina. Stocks are especially fine with a few mild marks and dark spots of finish loss near the butt plate. Bore is bright and shiny with a sharp rifling and a few cleaned oxidation spots. Fine mechanics. An outstanding special order Winchester. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1873 Paperwork: Factory Research Serial Number: 157390A

(C) WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 THIRD MODEL LEVER ACTION RIFLE IN MUSKET CONFIGURATION.

Lot #1310 (Sale Order 169 of 324)

Made by Winchester Repeating Arms in 1903, and one of 36,000 made in this configuration. Standard 30" full round musket barrel with 3 barrel bands, integral blade front sight, graduated flip military sight, and Winchester address over King's Patent with .44 W.C.F. caliber marking. Standard Third Model Winchester bright blue finish receiver with case-hardened lever and hammer, plain trigger, and 44 W.C.F. marked brass elevator with standard full musket magazine. Standard plain walnut stocks with full-length plain walnut musket style forearm and case-hardened trap buttplate missing original steel cleaning rod. Cody Reseach confirms the configuration and manufacture date. CONDITION: 95% original barrel blue with edges turning silver and muzzle showing some case wear. 85%+ magazine tube blue, starting to fade to a silvery patina. 95%+ original action blue with small marks at the carry point. Nice screws; most appear to have never been turned. The brass elevator has faded to a golden patina. Case-hardened parts have fading visible colors with balance fading to a smoky gray. Wood has 90% original finish, with the forearm showing small insignificant dings and scratches. Buttstock has some dings in the wrist area, with two noticeable scrapes on each side of buttstock. Bright and shiny bore with sharp rifling and great mechanics. A great 1873 Musket and possibly one of the best. Barrel Length: 30" Caliber/Bore: .44 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1873 Paperwork: Factory Research Serial Number: 571141B

(A) WINCHESTER MODEL 1876 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1311 (Sale Order 170 of 324)

Per an included 2010 dated factory letter this rifle originally shipped April 8, 1884 with a 26" round barrel and was returned to the factory by ECMA Co. in July 1894 to be rechambered in .45-75. Rifle currently sports a blued 28" round barrel chambered in .45-75 with ivory bead half moon front sight and "1876" marked ladder rear sight graduated to 1000 yards. Blued receiver with sliding dust cover. 2-piece plain walnut stocks with blued nose cap and tool trap butt plate. CONDITION: Fine. Rifle retains the majority of its factory blue with areas of thinning, toning, scratching, and some cleaned oxidation spots. Magazine tube and mounts have largely faded to brown patina. Traces of case colors evident on the lever and hammer. Elevator displays an attractive mottled mellow golden patina. Stocks are very good with scattered dings and nicks. Bore is strong and bright with some cleaned mild oxidation spots. Crisp mechanics. Barrel Length: 28" Caliber/Bore: .45-75 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1876 Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 39723

(C) ALWAYS DESIRABLE .50-100-450 EXPRESS WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1312 (Sale Order 171 of 324)

Per an included factory letter the serial number was applied to this rifle on September 6, 1899 and it shipped out September 25 of the same year. As is also documented by the included factory letter, this rifle is in highly desirable .50-100-450 chambering. John Madl notes that only 232 '86s were chambered in this big bore round, more potent than the earlier .50-100-300 Express. Rifle features a blued 26" barrel stamped "50-100-450" with Lyman bead top blade front sight and desirable platinum lined 3-leaf express rear sight. Receiver is very attractively case hardened, as was done as a very professional aged restoration. Stocks are plain straight grain walnut with case hardened nose cap and crescent rifle butt plate. CONDITION: Very good overall. Barrel retains significant portions of factory blue, especially in protected areas, the balance drifting to a chocolate patina. Frame retains very generous reapplied case colors with some areas of muting and mild cleaned oxidation. Nose cap and butt plate have colors that do not appear retouched, mostly faded to patina. Stocks retain the majority of their original varnish with some expected wear and impressions and other marring. Bore is strong and bright with some evidence of cleaned mild oxidation. Fine mechanics. A very attractive and desirable Winchester 1886, a true bucket list big bore gun for any Winchester collector. Barrel Length: 26" Caliber/Bore: .50-100-450 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1886 Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 119799

(C) RARE DELUXE WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 EXTRA LIGHT RIFLE WITH FACTORY CHEEK PIECE AND CARVED STOCKS.

Lot #1313 (Sale Order 172 of 324)

An included factory letter indicates this extremely scarce special order Winchester 1886 shipped March 14, 1902, in .45-70 smokeless with 22" round barrel, extra light, plain trigger, half magazine, and oil finished D style carved fancy pistol grip stocks with cheekpiece and rubber shotgun butt. A Repair and Return is also listed on March 31 of 1902. Rifle remains in this very scarce configuration as shipped. The blued 22" nickel steel barrel is fitted with Lyman hunting front sight and sporting rear. Button magazine. Receiver is finished in polished blue with case hardened lever and hammer. Figured walnut forend is checkered and carved in style D with attractive acorn and oakleaf motifs. The round knob pistol grip rear stock is likewise checkered with the oak leaf and acorn carved motifs. Very scarce on Winchester repeaters, the right side of stock features a cheekpiece. Stock channel marked with "40" assembly number, the matching "40 XX R" assembly number and wood grade stamped on the lower tang. Complete with sling eyes. Butt plate is checkered hard rubber with the central WRACO logo. CONDITION: Very good overall. Barrel retains approximately 90% original lustrous blue with an area of wear on the left side of muzzle. Receiver retains approximately 60% original blue, the belly largely fading to patina with scattered flaking and wear throughout. Case colors are strong and bright with fading on the underside of lever. Stocks have a few scattered impressions and solvent lines, the carving and checkering remains sharp. Especially fine mirror bright bore. Crisp mechanics. A truly outstanding documented special order deluxe Winchester with very scarce features. Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: .45-70 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1886 Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 125420

(A) FINE DELUXE WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 LEVER ACTION RIFLE IN .45-90.

Lot #1314 (Sale Order 173 of 324)

Per included factory research, this serial number was originally applied April 11, 1894, the rifle shipped out April 17 of that year with an octagon barrel, .45-90 chambering, plain trigger, and checkered pistol grip stocks. This attractive rifle remains in this configuration as shipped. The blued 26" barrel fitted with a dovetail German silver blade front sight and semi buckhorn rear. An additional folding aperture sight is mounted to the tang. Attractive case hardened frame. Forend is gloss finished checkered walnut. Matching checkered, attractively figured pistol grip stock with ebony grip inlay and case hardened crescent rifle butt plate. Stock channel is numbered "315", the matching "315 XX" assembly number and wood grade present on the lower tang. CONDITION: Very fine, near excellent for its age. Barrel and magazine tube retain the vast majority of their factory blue, some silvering along the high edges and thinning present, along with scattered marks. Generous vibrant and highly attractive original case colors with some muting on the belly and bridge, as well as some minor silvery patina spots. Bolt and loading gate likewise retain the vast majority of their original finish. Stocks retain approximately 90% original varnish with some scattered marks and impressions. Checkering remains sharp. Very fine bright bore with sharp, well defined rifling throughout. Crisp mechanics. A wonderfully attractive deluxe Winchester in desirable .45-90 chambering. A fine addition to any collection. Barrel Length: 26" Caliber/Bore: .45-90 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1886 Paperwork: Factory Research Serial Number: 88112

(A) DELUXE WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 LEVER ACTION.

Lot #1315 (Sale Order 174 of 324)

Per included factory research the serial number was applied to this rifle November 29, 1892 and it shipped out December 14 of the same year. The blued 26" octagon barrel is chambered in .40-82 and sports a Lyman bead top blade front sight and sporting rear. Receiver is case hardened with an added folding tang mounted aperture sight. Forend is gloss finished checkered walnut. Matching figured walnut butt stock with ebony inlaid checkered pistol grip and case hardened rifle butt plate. Stock channel numbered "597", the matching "597 XX" assembly number and wood grade present on the lower tang. Stocks are not listed in the factory record for this rifle, although they appear original to the gun. CONDITION: Fine. Barrel retains significant portions of fading original blue drifting to brown patina. Receiver displays significant case color patterning with an overall silvery patina. Stocks checkering and finish appears refreshed, only minor handling marks and a repair at the upper tang remaining. Bore is bright with well-defined rifling throughout. Crisp mechanics. Barrel Length: 26" Caliber/Bore: .40-82 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1886 Paperwork: Factory Research Serial Number: 73209

(A) WINCHESTER SPECIAL ORDER MODEL 1886 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1316 (Sale Order 175 of 324)

Made by Winchester Repeating Arms Company in 1889. Blued non-standard 30" octagon Winchester Steel barrel with blade front sight and plugged rear dovetail marked in front of rear dovetail "BROWNING BROTHERS OGDEN UTAH". Case-hardened receiver with blued full magazine and special-order single set trigger. Plain walnut stock with Winchester crescent steel buttplate. Matching walnut forearm. Cody research mentions set trigger, caliber and octagon barrel but does mention 30" barrel length. It should be noted that this gun could have been modified by Browning Brothers, who at the time were agents for Winchester and very capable of repair work. CONDITION: 95% original blue with light edge and operation wear with brown patina starting to show. 40% fading case colors with remaining silvery brown areas. 80% original varnish with some scratches and handling marks. Good bore with sharp lands and grooves and crisp mechanics. Barrel Length: 30" Caliber/Bore: .40-82 WCF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1886 Paperwork: Factory Research Serial Number: 33816

(A) DELUXE WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1317 (Sale Order 176 of 324)

Per an included 2014 dated factory letter, the serial number was applied to this rifle January 28, 1893. It shipped on February 17 with octagonal barrel, .38-56 chambering, Winchester Express sights, half length magazine, plain trigger, checkered pistol grip stocks, and shotgun butt. Remains in the configuration as shipped. The blued 26" octagon barrel sports a silver bead blade front sight and platinum lined 3-leaf express rear sight. Half length button magazine and case hardened sold frame. Checkered figured walnut forend and pistol grip stock with ebony grip inlay and steel shotgun butt plate. Stock channel numbered "524". Matching "524 XX S" assembly number, wood grade, and shotgun butt notation also marked on the lower tang. CONDITION: Fine. Barrel retains significant portions of factory applied blue, fading to a brown patina with some freckling. Left side of receiver displays bright case colors with some oxidation spotting, the left has largely faded to patina with some patterning. Belly has developed a brown, oxidized patina. Lever and hammer retain traces of case color, largely faded to patina with areas of older oxidation. Stocks have scattered nicks and impressions, a dark oil line also present running from the tang onto the comb. Strong, bright bore with only light imperfections. Crisp mechanics. Barrel Length: 26" Caliber/Bore: .38-56 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1886 Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 75809

(A) BIG BORE .50 EXPRESS WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1318 (Sale Order 177 of 324)

Per included factory research the serial number was applied to this rifle June 26, 1893, and it shipped from Winchester on December 14 of the same year in highly desirable .50-110 chambering. The 26" round barrel is marked at the breech "50 EX" and is mounted with a blade front sight and desirable platinum line 3-leaf express rear sight. Stocked in plain walnut with crescent rifle butt plate. CONDITION: Good. Rifle displays an overall brown patina with some added finish and evidence of cleaned oxidation throughout, especially evident on the barrel. Stocks are fine with the usual nicks and impressions, a split at the toe, and some minor staining on the forend. Frosted bore with defined rifling throughout. Fine mechanics. Bolt appears to be a replacement. Winchester 1886s chambered in .50 Express are scarce in any condition and a must have for any Winchester collection. Barrel Length: 26" Caliber/Bore: .50 Express FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1886 Paperwork: Factory Research Serial Number: 82210

(C) RARE IMPERIAL RUSSIAN CONTRACT WINCHESTER MODEL 1895 LEVER ACTION MUSKET.

Lot #1319 (Sale Order 178 of 324)

1 of only approximately 290,000 Model 1895 Muskets manufactured by Winchester under contract for the Imperial Russian military between 1915-1916, which desperately needed small arms. This example, manufactured in 1915, is stamped with a Winchester proof above "7.62/ M.M." over the chamber, with Winchester's manufacturer information on the left side. The rear receiver tang bears the usual Winchester Model and patent markings. The right side of the receiver bears a boxed "X (Cyrillic "I") 3" proof. The rifle is in musket configuration, with the addition of a receiver-mounted stripper clip guide and bayonet lug on the front barrel band. Metal components are blued, while the furniture is composed of solid wood. The rifle is fitted with a Finnish pattern brown leather sling. CONDITION: The receiver and lever retain traces of their original blue finish, with the balance exhibiting a gray patina. Barrel and barrel bands exhibit wear and thinning through to gray and brown patinas. Bore is dark but retains strong rifling throughout. Wood furniture shows scattered dings, nicks, and marks overall, with the left side of the forend bearing a loss just forward of the receiver. Sling exhibits age-related cracking and areas of mild crazing. A very desirable Winchester Model 1895 Musket, chambered in 7.62x54R. Barrel Length: 28" Caliber/Bore: 7.62x54R FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1895 Serial Number: 161366

(A) VERY INTERESTING FIRST MODEL WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 MUSKET BREVETTE.

Lot #1320 (Sale Order 179 of 324)

Likely of continental European origin, most likely Swiss, this remarkable rifle replicates with near exactness an early First Model Winchester 1873 musket. Fitted with an unmarked rust blued 30" round barrel, bayonet lug front sight, adjustable 800 yard graduated rear sight somewhat similar to those found on Vetterli rifles. 26" magazine tube with early style thread in plug, later style nose cap band, and a pair of standard barrel bands. Early first model style receiver with unmarked tang and highly desirable raised thumbprint mortised dust cover. Early style bushed bolt. Unpinned trigger without safety stop. Lever is of the early oval style and appears to have been case hardened. Hammer is strawed much in the Swiss style. Standard style 24 - 1/2" walnut forend and straight grip walnut buttstock with tool trap carbine style butt plate. Major components are marked with a boxed "ME" touchmark as well as the serial number "26". The Swiss initially trialed the Winchester 1866 and later the modified iron Model 1867, the direct precursor to the Winchester 1873. Although Switzerland never adopted the Winchester as a standard martial arm, these early trials were important in introducing the arms to Europe where they became increasingly popular. Although the exact origin of this well made specimen is uncertain, it appears to be a prototype, very likely created by reverse engineering a genuine Winchester. The consignor attributes its to the Vatican Papal Guard. CONDITION: Excellent for its age. Rifle retains the vast majority of its rust blue finish with only scattered handling marks, scratches, and some evidence of cleaned oxidation on the side plates. Hammer retains significant portions of faded straw. Lever and butt plate have faded to patina. Stocks are fine with the usual scattered dings and nicks. Bore is bright with strong 5 groove rifling and some mild cleaned oxidation. Crisp mechanics. An extremely interesting and attractive European Winchester. Barrel Length: 30" Caliber/Bore: .44-40? FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Unknown Model: 1873 Musket Serial Number: 26

(C) MARLIN MODEL 1893 TAKEDOWN LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1321 (Sale Order 180 of 324)

1897 Vintage Marlin 1893 lever action rifle, serial number 155310. Special ordered takedown frame. 26" octagon barrel with full-length magazine tube. Chambered in .30-30 WCF caliber. Blue with case hardened frame, lever, hammer, and buttplate. Sheard tall blade front sight with ivory insert. Standard buckhorn rear barrel sight. Tang mounted mid-range sight. Plain straight grain walnut stock and forearm. CONDITION: Excellent with approximately 80-85% bright original case color. Approximately 95% bright original blue remaining on barrel and magazine tube. Wood is excellent showing little wear. Bore is bright. Action is tight and crisp. Overall a high condition and attractive Model 1893 Marlin. Barrel Length: 26" Caliber/Bore: .30-30 Winchester FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Marlin Model: 1893 TD Serial Number: 155310

(C) DESIRABLE RUSSIAN CONTRACT WINCHESTER MODEL 1895 LEVER ACTION MUSKET.

Lot #1322 (Sale Order 181 of 324)

In dire need of small arms and ammunition during World War I, Russia contracted with several foreign makers, including Winchester, for armaments. Prior to the Bolshevik revolution, Russia purchased some 290,000 Model 1895 muskets chambered in 7.62x54mmR with stripper clip guides. This example was manufactured circa 1916 and remains in standard configuration for these contract rifles. Fitted with a 28" blued barrel, steel blade front sight, and ladder rear graduated to 3200 meters. Receiver stamped on bridge with Winchester proof and "7.62 / M. M." caliber designation. Full length walnut finger groove forend with handguard, retained by a pair of blued barrel bands, the forward band milled with bayonet lug. Matching walnut buttstock with tool trap buttplate and boxed "XN3" proof stamped on right side. CONDITION: Fair. Barrel retains significant portions of fading blue. Receiver and other steel components have turned a silvery patina with evidence of cleaned oxidation. Stocks show wear with scattered impressions and a small sliver of loss along the top tang. Bore is dark but displays well defined rifling. Good mechanics. Barrel Length: 28" Caliber/Bore: 7.62x54mmR FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1895 Serial Number: 150563

(C) FINE AND RARE WINCHESTER MODEL 92 SADDLE RING CARBINE WITH OCTAGONAL BARREL.

Lot #1323 (Sale Order 182 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1927, this very unusual 92 is built with both carbine and rifle features. Several carbines in this configuration are known with serial numbers around this example. It is believed they were made for silver screen use, possibly part of a 100 gun order placed in 1927 for a Tim McCoy film. Most notably, it features a 20" octagonal barrel chambered in .44-40. Like other known examples, it bears both standard "WP" and oval "P" proofs. German silver blade front sight and semi-buckhorn rear. Full length magazine tube retained by a magazine tube band, as seen on rifles and small caliber carbines. A standard carbine barrel band present at the forend. Blued saddle ring receiver. Stocks are plain walnut with carbine butt plate. CONDITION: Near excellent. Rifle retains nearly all of its factory blue with some very light high edge silvering, mild flaking on the receiver, and a saddle ring ghost. Stocks are excellent, only a few handling marks present. Very fine, bright and shiny bore. Crisp mechanics. An especially fine and highly unusual 92, perfect for any Winchester collection. Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 92 Serial Number: 979130

(A) WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 LEVER ACTION RIFLE WITH EXTRA LENGTH BARREL.

Lot #1324 (Sale Order 183 of 324)

Received in the Winchester warehouse August 22, 1884 and shipped out nearly a year later on September 12, 1885 as a special order rifle with 30" octagon barrel and set trigger. Rifle remains as shipped, featuring a blued 30" octagon barrel chambered in .44-40 with 2-line address, combination front sight, and buckhorn rear. 3rd model receiver with single set trigger. Stocks are American walnut with blued steel nose cap and tool trap rifle butt plate. Complete with 2022 dated Cody research letter confirming factory configuration, sights unlisted. CONDITION: Fine. Barrel and magazine tube retain significant portions of factory blue in the protected areas, the balance fading to brown/gray patina. Receiver retains the majority of its factory blue, drifting to chocolate patina. Stocks appear lightly cleaned with usual nicks and impressions. Especially strong bore with some mild cleaned oxidation spots. Crisp mechanics. Set trigger in working order. A nice special order '73. Barrel Length: 30" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1873 Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 157185A

(A) WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 LEVER ACTION RIFLE IN DELUXE CONFIGURATION.

Lot #1325 (Sale Order 184 of 324)

Per included factory research this rifle was originally received in the Winchester warehouse May 12, 1884, to ship with an octagon barrel, plain trigger, and half length magazine. Rifle sports a 24" blued octagon barrel chambered in .44-40 with 2-line address, German silver blade front sight, sporting rear, and half length button magazine. 3rd Model case hardened receiver. Upgraded checkered figured walnut forend and straight grip stock with sling swivels and tool trap crescent rifle butt plate. CONDITION: Good as restored and upgraded. Barrel retains the majority of its reapplied blued finish with thinning and high edge silvering. Receiver displays muted case colors as applied when restored. Stocks have only minor handling marks. Bore is strong and bright with some oxidation spots. Fine mechanics. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1873 Paperwork: Factory Research Serial Number: 145758A

(A) WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1326 (Sale Order 185 of 324)

3rd Model rifle received in the Winchester warehouse December 24, 1890 and shipped out August 20, 1891. Fitted with a blued barrel with 2-line address, German silver blade front sight, and sporting rear. Standard 2-piece walnut stocks mounted with blued steel nose cap and tool trap crescent rifle butt plate. Accompanied by a photocopy of a 2009 dated factory letter confirming configuration. CONDITION: Very fine. The vast majority of the original factory applied blue is retained with some thinning and wear along the high edges. Significant portions of case color patterning retained on hammer, the lever largely faded to patina. Stocks are fine with scattered impressions throughout. Very good bore with strong, well defined rifling throughout. Crisp mechanics. A nice example. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .38-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1873 Paperwork: Copy of a Factory Letter Serial Number: 365059B

(C) DELUXE WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 EXTRA LIGHT TAKEDOWN LEVER ACTION RIFLE IN .45-70.

Lot #1327 (Sale Order 186 of 324)

Per included factory research, this rifle was received in the Winchester warehouse June 2, 1904 and shipped August 15 of that year as an extra light takedown rifle with 22" round barrel chambered in .45-70 smokeless, half length magazine, checkered pistol grip stocks, and rubber shotgun butt. Rifle remains in the configuration as shipped but appears expertly restored, possibly refinished by the factory although no R&R is listed. Rifle sports a blued nickel steel barrel with Lyman gold bead front sight and sporting rear. Half length magazine and blued takedown frame. Checkered walnut forend. Matching fiddle back figured checkered pistol grip buttstock with hard rubber WRACO grip cap and reproduction red Winchester butt pad. Stock channel numbered "327", the matching "327 XX" assembly number and wood grade present on the lower tang. CONDITION: Excellent as restored. Nearly all of the expertly reapplied blue is retained throughout with a few mild handling marks. Stock likewise appears refreshed with only light impressions. Fine, bright bore with sharp rifling. Fine mechanics. Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: .45-70 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1886 Paperwork: Factory Research Serial Number: 130466

(A) IMPRESSIVE ST. ETIENNE 7-SHOT ROLLING BLOCK VOLLEY GUN.

Lot #1328 (Sale Order 187 of 324)

This massive and unusual breech loading volley gun features a blued 7-shot barrel cluster stamped on the left "MANUFACTURE FRANCAIS D'ARMES ST. ETIENNE" along with Belgian proofs. Barrels have a raised matted rib affixed with a dovetail blade front sight and 2-leaf express rear sight. The modified underlever rolling block action has been cleaned in the European fashion and is attractively engraved with borders and a few floral details. Heavy checkered walnut forend and pistol grip stock with engraved steel grip cap, sling eyes, and a steel butt plate. CONDITION: Good. Barrels retain nearly all of their reapplied blued finish with scattered marks and some mild oxidation. Receiver displays even silvery patina with a few oxidation spots. Stocks have some scattered nicks and impressions. Forend has a sliver of loss near the breech on the left side. Strong, frosted bores. Action requires attention and appears not to open all of the way. Barrel Length: 25 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: 8mm Flobert FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: St. Etienne Model: Volley Gun Serial Number: 320

(A) RARE AND HISTORIC COLETTE GRAVITY REPEATING HOLSTER PISTOL.

Lot #1329 (Sale Order 188 of 324)

Walter Hunt first patented the Rocket Ball cartridge in 1848, filling the hollow base of a Minnie ball with propellant and a cap, which would go on to be utilized in Jennings and Volcanic repeating arms. Around the same time, this same style of self contained ammunition was also developed independently by several European inventors, allowing Victor Colette to develop an interesting, rather high capacity, repeating pistol around 1852. His pistol relied on gravity rather than spring tension to push the cartridges into the chamber from an above-barrel magazine. This holster sized example features an octagon barrel marked on the underside with Colette's "VC" initials. Frame is engraved in traditional Belgian fashion with some checkered panels, florals, and open foliate scrolls, very possibly by retailer Jongen Freres, as is engraved on the underside of the frame. Pistol sports fluted walnut grips with a faceted steel grip cap. CONDITION: Very good. Barrel blue has largely faded to a brown/gray patina. Frame exhibits a cleaned silvery patina with some freckling. Grips have been sanded and reoiled, some impressions still present. Bore retains strong, fine rifling with some oxidation spots. Crisp mechanics. A very interesting early cartridge arm that represents an important step in the development of modern repeating arms. Barrel Length: 9 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .41 Colette FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Jongen Model: Colette Gravity Pistol Serial Number: 744

(A) RARE ENGRAVED LEFAUCHEUX BREVETTE MODEL 1858 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH BAYONET.

Lot #1330 (Sale Order 189 of 324)

Manufactured in Belgium circa 1870 and marked "E. LEFAUCHEUX / IN ON BREVETTE". Round barrel with tall front sight and turned down muzzle to accept a baronet. Frame engraved throughout with vine motifs. Checkered walnut grips carved with folate panels near the top. Complete with a well-fitting fullered spontoon blade bayonet sporting checkered walnut grip scales, carved in the similar manner as the revolver grips. CONDITION: Very good overall. Metal components display a mottled gray patina. Engraving and markings remain sharp and legible. Grips are very fine with sharp checkering and carving, the bayonet grips somewhat crisper. Strong, bright bore with some mild oxidation spots. Fine mechanics. Accessories: Bayonet Barrel Length: 6 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: 12mm Pinfire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Belgian Model: 1858 Serial Number: 119954

(A) ATTRACTIVE CASED AND ENGRAVED L. PERRIN MODEL 1859 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1331 (Sale Order 190 of 324)

Manufactured by renowned Parisian gunsmith Louis Perrin around the time of the Civil War, as is marked "L. PERRIN" on both the frame and cylinder. This specimen is finished in nickel and wonderfully engraved with deep semi-relief flowing foliates over shaded backgrounds. Barrel engraved with elaborate bands at muzzle and breech, the frame and cylinder featuring nearly full coverage. Double action only with spurless hammer and figural trigger guard. 1-piece checkered walnut grips. Engraved grip cap with lanyard loop. Housed in an attractive blue velvet lined, French fit, dovetailed oak case with brass handle. "L. PERRIN / BREVETTE / 51 RUE LAFFITE / PARIS" marked in gold on the lid liner. Complete with key and cleaning rod. CONDITION: Very fine. Revolver retains the vast majority of its plating with some flaking. Grips have some light wear and scattered marks. Well defined bore with some black powder abrasion. Fine mechanics. Case has some light marks from storage but displays very well. A wonderful example of a scarce and well finished Perrin revolver. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: 12mm CF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: L. Perrin Model: 1859 Serial Number: 147

(A) BEAUTIFUL CASED LE PETIT PROTECTOR RING REVOVLER.

Lot #1332 (Sale Order 191 of 324)

Wonderfully made in French 19th-century style. The rich, lustrously nitre blued 6-shot cylinder is chambered for 2mm Pinfire ammunition and must be removed to reload. Hammer, spring, and trigger are also finished in beautiful nitre blue. The German silver band is engraved "LE PETIT PROTECTOR" on the underside along with wreath pattern. This example is accompanied by a French fit leatherette case with lid escutcheon engraved "LE PETIT / PROTECTOR" around a star motif. Case includes screwdriver and 3 rounds of ammunition. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Ring retains the majority of its brilliant blue with light wear and some freckling. Band has some mild patina spots as well but is otherwise fine. Case has some mild edgewear from storage and display, displaying very well. A wonderful, beautifully made curiosa. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 1/2" Caliber/Bore: 2mm Pinfire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: French Model: Le Petite Protector Serial Number: NSN

(A) FRANKENAU'S PATENT CONCEALED DOUBLE ACTION PINFIRE PURSE REVOLVER.

Lot #1333 (Sale Order 192 of 324)

Patented in 1877, this revolver hides in plain sight concealed as a functional wallet. The "FRANKENAU'S PATENT" marked body is constructed of nickel plated brass with leather covers. One side opens to an accordion coin purse. The other side holds a money clip, as well as petite nickel finished double action pinfire revolver proofed crown over "Z". Revolver can be fired with the purse closed via a folding trigger, which descends when the user opens the muzzle cover. CONDITION: Fine. Body retains the vast majority of its plating, the underside largely worn to brass. Revolver likewise retains most of its nickel with some older oxidation spots. Leather covers are intact but show wear with some separation along the edges. Action does not cycle correctly, although the folding trigger mechanism functions as it should. A very rare and interesting concealed 19th-century pistol. Barrel Length: 3/4" Caliber/Bore: 5mm Pinfire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Frankenau Model: Purse Revolver Serial Number: NSN

(A) LE CENTENAIRE KNUCKLE GUN WITH RARE ORIGINAL PICTURE BOX.

Lot #1334 (Sale Order 193 of 324)

Single shot palm pistol with knuckles introduced in 1889 during the centennial of the French Revolution, and quickly becoming popular with the fearsome Apache gangs in Paris. This nickel finished example is marked "LE CENTENAIR / COUP de POING - PISTOLET. BTE SGO / FRANCE 1789-1889 / AMERIQUE 1789-1889 / DEPOT de PARIS. 5. BD. de Strasbourg". Accompanied by a wonderful fitted box with partitions for cartridges and cleaning brush. The lid label features large images of the pistol and the original price of "12 Francs", the interior label printed with pictorial instructions. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining the majority of the original nickel finish with areas of flaking. Mechanically fine with a fair bore. The box has some edge separation and some flaking along the edges, the labels remaining largely legible. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 2 - 5/8" Caliber/Bore: 5mm Flobert FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Le Centenaire Model: France Serial Number: NSN

(A) DUMOUTHIER DOUBLE-BARRELED PERCUSSION KNIFE PISTOL WITH SCABBARD.

Lot #1335 (Sale Order 194 of 324)

These unusual weapons were designed by Joseph-Celestin Dumouthier in Paris, France during the mid-19th century. Dumonthier worked from 1840 until about 1900. The double-edged 9 - 1/2" blade has a deep center fuller on each side and barrels of 3 - 3/4" on each side. The upper section of the quillions serve as percussion hammers. When the right hammer is pulled back, the folding trigger extends. Pulling the trigger first drops the right hammer, then it can be pulled a second time to drop the left hammer. The horn grips are spiral carved. Complete with its original fitted black leather scabbard with steel mounts. CONDITION: Blade and barrels are bright with some scattered light grey spotting. Actions are tight and function properly. Grips show some minor hairline cracks. Scabbard mounts have been cleaned and show some light pitting. Leather very good with some minor scuffing and crazing towards tip. A very scarce variant. Barrel Length: 3 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .43 Smoothbore Manufacturer: Dumouthier Model: Knife Pistol Serial Number: NSN

(A) ATTRACTIVE CASED AND ENGRAVED WILLIAM HILL PATENT DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1336 (Sale Order 195 of 324)

Manufactured between 1866 and 1884 by William Hill, as engraved on the top strap in a flowing banner "W.J. HILL'S PATENT. 9 ST MARY'S ROW", surrounded by foliates on a matted background. Barrel is bright high polish blued with a fluted engraved band around the muzzle and panels of scroll. Mounted with a tall bead front sight and ejector lever. Frame is profusely embellished with foliate tendrils over a matted background, the left engraved "LONDON No 559". Double action. Finely checkered 2-piece walnut grips. Housed in a relined partitioned quarter sawn oak display case with reproduction William Hill label, 41 spent rounds, cleaning rod, turnscrew, and oiler. CONDITION: Excellent for its age. Revolver retains the vast majority of its brilliant English blue with some areas of toning, especially on and around the cylinder, trigger guard, and back strap. Grips are very fine with sharp checkering. Good, strong bore. Fine mechanics. Case has only minor marks and displays very well. A highly attractive set. Accessories: Case, Accessories Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .422 Webley FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: William Hill Model: DA Revolver Serial Number: 559

(A) ALWAYS DESIRABLE CASED DOLNE APACHE KNUCKLEDUSTER REVOLVER WITH BAYONET.

Lot #1337 (Sale Order 196 of 324)

Popular among France's namesake Apache gangs, these fearsome and easily concealable late 19th-century arms combine a 6-shot pepperbox revolver, folding blade, and brass knuckles. This frame and folding knuckles of this example are constructed of German silver with faint Dolne patent, as well as "J.D.BT / D / 248" markings. Double action only with a pinfire cylinder and spurless hammer, operated by a folding trigger. Unusual stiletto dagger point folding bayonet. This example is housed in a very attractive French fit inlaid dark hardwood case. CONDITION: Very good overall as cleaned in the European fashion. Iron components have some spots of cleaned, older oxidation. Good bores. Fine mechanics. Case has light impressions throughout and a split on the lid but displays exceedingly well. A very attractive and desirable pistol. Barrel Length: 1 - 3/8" Caliber/Bore: 5mm Pinfire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Dolne Model: Apache Serial Number: 248

(A) DESIRABLE CASED LE PETIT PROTECTOR RING REVOVLER.

Lot #1338 (Sale Order 197 of 324)

Beautifully made in French 19th-century style. The deep, lustrously nitre blued 6-shot cylinder is chambered for 2mm Pinfire ammunition and must be removed to reload. Hammer, spring, and trigger are also finished in beautiful nitre blue. The German silver band is engraved "LE PETIT PROTECTOR" on the underside along with a wreath pattern. This example is accompanied by a French fit hardwood display case with lid escutcheon engraved "LE PETIT / PROTECTOR" around a star motif. Case includes screwdriver combination tool and 3 rounds of spent ammunition. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Ring retains the majority of its brilliant blue with light wear and spotting. Band has some patina oxidation spots as well but is otherwise good. Case shows some expected marks from handling. A lovely piece. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 1/2" Caliber/Bore: 2mm Pinfire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Unknown Model: Le Petite Protector Serial Number: NSN

(C) IMPRESSIVE MANUFRANCE LE REDOUTABLE 20-SHOT DOUBLE BARREL DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1339 (Sale Order 198 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1910 to 1915 by the Manufacture d'Armes & Cycles de St. Etienne. Revolver features over under stacked barrels which fire alternately from an impressive fluted 20-shot cylinder. Double action with an engine turned hammer. Revolver sports a finger spur trigger guard, 2-piece grips, and a lanyard loop butt. CONDITION: Good. Revolver retains the vast majority of its blued finish with areas of thinning and freckling throughout. Hammer retains significant traces of engine turning and some nitre blue. Grips are very good with an added coat of finish. Bores are bright and display strong, well defined rifling. Fine mechanics. A very interesting early 20th century curiosity. Barrel Length: 4 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: 6.35mm FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Manufrance Model: Le Redoutable Serial Number: 7600

(C) DESIRABLE DIMINUTIVE CASED FRANZ PFANNL 2MM KOLIBRI SEMI AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1340 (Sale Order 199 of 324)

This impressively small semi automatic pocket pistol was designed by Austrian watchmaker Franz Pfannl in 1910 and was produced until 1914. This example was proofed in 1913. Finished in full polished blue and chambered 2mm Kolibri with v-notch rear sight, open trigger, and 2-piece checkered hard rubber grips bearing "FP" monograms, and on the right panel, the "KOLIBRI" designation. This example is accompanied by an original jewelry box style French fit case covered in gilt decorated green satin, the lid liner marked "Kolibri". Complete with a diminutive cleaning brush and empty tin cartridge box. CONDITION: Good. Significant portions of original blue are retained, especially on the right side, the balance faded to a dove gray patina. Grips are excellent. Fine mechanics. Case showing some mild wear from storage and display, presenting very well overall. An extremely rare and desirable early 20th century curiosa. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 1 - 5/8" Caliber/Bore: 2mm Kolibri FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Franz Pfannel Model: Kolibri Serial Number: 56355

(A) CASED AND ENGRAVED COLT NEW LINE SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1341 (Sale Order 200 of 324)

Circa 1876. Blued 3 - 1/4" octagon barrel with etched panel reading "COLT NEW 22", embellished with zig-zag and punch dot engraving, which continues onto the blued cylinder. Nickel finished spur trigger frame likewise engraved with punch dot shaded foliate scrolls and other embellishments. Engraving appears to be of Helfrict's shop, a nearly identical example pictured on page 271 of "Colt Engraving" by Wilson. Revolver sports an attractive pair of bird's head mother-of-pearl grips. Gun is accompanied by a period French fit leatherette case with 8 rounds of ammunition. Red satin case lid liner retailer marked in gold "COGSWELL & HARRISON / Gunmakers / 226 Strand & (?) New Bond Street". CONDITION: Very fine. Barrel and cylinder retain the majority of their factory blue with a strong etched panel. Nearly all of the factory nickel is retained with only light flaking. Screws display strong traces of fire blue. Grips are excellent. Very good, strong and bright bore. Crisp mechanics. Case is very good with some leather scuffing. A lovely set. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 2 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .22 RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: New Line .22 Serial Number: 25732

(C) FACTORY GOUGH ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1908 VEST POCKET SEMI AUTOMATIC PISTOL (1918).

Lot #1342 (Sale Order 201 of 324)

Per the included factory letter, this pistol shipped green on November 2nd, 1918, to W.H. Gough for factory engraving, and was subsequently returned and shipped to Murta Appleton Company on January 10th, 1919. Stocks were unlisted, which typically indicates the factory standard of hard rubber, and three total guns were in the shipment. Engraved in Gough's trademark ropey florals on a striated background. Unusual engraved star on the back of the frame above the grip safety. Typical blued and case color configuration, fit with mother of pearl grips with deep-set Colt medallions, forward facing. In a Colt fliptop maroon box for a Colt Vest Pocket, numbered to a different gun. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Slide and frame have blue only in protected areas, such as under the rail and in sighting notch, with some scattered mossing and other flashes of blue throughout. Engraving is well defined, somewhat softened by the mossing and age. Grips have some handling marks and micropockets on right side. Case colors muted but present. Mechanically fine, bore has soft visible rifling and heavy frosting throughout. Box has multiple tape repairs, sections of aprons missing, and significant rubbing. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 2" Caliber/Bore: .25 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1908 Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 196672

(M) COLT CUSTOM SHOP SINGLE ACTION ARMY ENGRAVED WITH WESTERN SCENES AND SCROLL BY COLT MASTER ENGRA

Lot #1343 (Sale Order 202 of 324)

Manufactured in 1985 by the Colt Custom Shop with special features including factory bullseye ejector rod head, blackpowder frame, and factory birds head grip. Masterfully engraved by a collaboration of 2 Colt Master Engravers, Howard Dove (who was also a Master Engraver for Winchester) and Bryson J. Gwinnell. Dove engraved the gun in approximately full coverage with floral and acanthus scroll on a punchdot background with accenting floral sunbursts and geometrics as well as arrows on each side of top strap. Gwinnell engraved one side of frame with 2 Braves waiting to attack as a stagecoach rolls by, and a cowboy shootout on the other. Signed "HM Dove - Scroll" on right side of toe and "GUNFIGHT AND INDIAN SCENE'S [sic] / ENGRAVED BY BRYSON J. GWINNELL" on left. Mounted with a 1 piece pair of walnut grips inset with a brass five pointed Sherriff star on left grip panel. CONDITION: Excellent+, with virtually all of the nickel plating remaining. Engraving is sharp. Nitre blued small parts are excellent and retain virtually all of their nitre bluing. Grips are in matching condition with no major signs of distress. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Serial Number: SA68333

(M) 3RD GENERATION COLT SHERIFF'S MODEL SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1344 (Sale Order 203 of 324)

Manufactured in 1983. Finish is a Royal Blue applied finish with engraving in a Colt Class A style. Fit with 2 piece Colt ivory grips with Rampant Colt medallions on either side. Grips are serial numbered on the inside to match the gun in ink. CONDITION: Excellent+, with virtually all of the applied blue finish remaining. Grips are in matching condition with no major signs of distress. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Barrel Length: 3" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: Sheriff Serial Number: SA63607

(C) BARRY LEE HANDS MASTER ENGRAVED AND GOLD INLAID COLT 1911A1 SEMI AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1345 (Sale Order 204 of 324)

Barry Lee Hands is an acknowledged FEGA Master Engraver, and has done work for many notable companies including Colt, Winchester, and John Rigby & Co, and has written for numerous publications on the subject and history of engraving. This is a Colt Series 70 that has been masterfully inlaid with gold in Barry's distinct thin line floral scroll, called his Renaissance Leaf, with his trademark gilded pearl grips, and gold washed small parts; even the bottom of the magazine has relief gold and inlaid "COLT 45 AUTO". When this pistol was completed in 2013, it reportedly contained over 1 ounce of gold. Barry's "hands" signature on the bottom of the mainspring housing. 3-dot Trijicon night sights. CONDITION: Excellent, very close to NOS, with Barry's black satin finish and masterful goldwork intact throughout. Some extremely minor marks, such as rubs in the stirrup cut, some wear to the rear sight, some flaking of the gold to the left side of the hammer, and some mild frosting to the bore, are the main indicators of "use". Mechanically fine, but due to the condition, we have elected not to disassemble this pistol. Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1911 Serial Number: 83989B70

(C) BARRY LEE HANDS MASTER ENGRAVED AND GOLD INLAID COLT 1908 VEST POCKET SEMI AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1346 (Sale Order 205 of 324)

Barry Lee Hands is an acknowledged FEGA Master Engraver, and has done work for many notable companies including Colt, Winchester, and John Rigby & Co, and has written for numerous publications on the subject and history of engraving. This 1908 has been upgraded with black satin finish and gold inlaid florals throughout in Barry's Renaissance Leaf, while the sides of the slide have mixed gold and silver relief scroll florals on a stippled ground, with Barry's distinct thin vinework. Pearl grips with Barry's gilded pearl technique and additional incised designs. This gun is the current cover gun for Barry's FEGA profile page, as of February 2024. CONDITION: Excellent, very close to NOS with a few minor handling marks, a spot of gold missing on the right side of the slide, and some oxidation to silver the main detractors. Due to the condition, we have elected not to disassemble this pistol. Mechanically needs some attention, slide is very slow to return to battery, bore is very good. Trigger has been refinished, and is more of a reflective blue than balance of pistol. Barrel Length: 2" Caliber/Bore: .25 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1908 Serial Number: 344653

(M) SET OF 3 COLT FRONTIER SCOUT FACTORY ENGRAVED SINGLE ACTION REVOLVERS.

Lot #1347 (Sale Order 206 of 324)

Lot consists of a custom engraved set of Colt Frontier .22 Scout revolvers in the three standard barrel lengths. All are bank note scroll engraved and signed with the initials of Bryson Gwinnell. With nearly full coverage, gold wedding bands at muzzle and breech, alloy trigger guards and back straps, custom wood grips with gold medallions, target adjustable rear sights, ramp front sights, and blue finish. Each gun is engraved with gold 1 of 3, etc. The 4 - 3/4" barrel gun was made in 1971, the other two were made in 1983-85. The engraving style is nearly identical as to design and coverage. Frames are flat top style. Hammers are polished sides with nitre blue; small parts are also blue. CONDITION; Near new with light handling. Cylinder face shows no signs of burn since custom finished. All guns are fully functional. Bores are bright. Stocks are sharp. Barrel Length: (A) 4", (B) 6" (C) 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: (ALL) .22 LR FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: (ALL) Colt Model: (ALL) Frontier Scout Serial Number: (A) G204000 (B) G214602 (C) G217272

(M) COLT EUROPEAN MODEL 3RD GENERATION ENGRAVED SINGLE ACTION ARMY.

Lot #1348 (Sale Order 207 of 324)

Manufactured in 1992 and falling in the correct configuration, as well as serial number range of The Colt Custom Shop European Model SAAs. Colt made 270 Single Action Armies in 1991-1992 in 9mm Luger with nickel finish and Class A engraving. This revolver is upgraded with approximately Class D style engraving, likely done at the Colt Custom Shop when this revolver was ordered, making this a very scarce Single Action Army. Features include 4 - 3/4" barrel with blade front sight, "V" notch rear sight, nickel finish, nitre blued small parts, and factory Mother of Pearl Grips with a silver Rampant Colt medallion on either side. Matching serial numbers observed on frame, cylinder, inside of trigger guard and backstrap underneath grips, and on inside of both grip panels in ink. As mentioned above, this revolver is engraved in full coverage Class D engraving with scroll on a punchdot background with accenting wrigglework and sunburst on frame. CONDITION: Excellent+ and near mint, with virtually all of the original nickel plating remaining. Grips are in matching condition with no major signs of distress. Bore appears to be unfired with well-defined rifling. Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: 9mm Luger FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: SA94817

(M) FACTORY ENGRAVED 3RD GENERATION COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1349 (Sale Order 208 of 324)

3rd Generation Colt Single Action Army signed and factory engraved by Colt Master Engraver Ken Hurst. Blue finish with approximately Class C engraving. Engraving consists of scroll on a punchdot background with accenting gold inlays, shackles on left side of frame, and a 5-pointed star Marshal or Sheriff badge on right side of frame. Signed and dated May 1979 by Ken Hurst on right side of trigger guard underneath grips. Grips are smooth ivory with gold Rampant Colt medallions on either side. CONDITION: Excellent+, and near mint with virtually all of the finishes remaining. Grips are in matching condition with no major signs of distress. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 LC FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Serial Number: SA04027

(M) WONDERFUL FACTORY ENGRAVING SAMPLER COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1350 (Sale Order 209 of 324)

3rd generation Single Action manufactured in 1991 commemorating Colt factory engraving through the years. Polished blue 10" barrel with blade front sight, engraved with punch dot shaded foliate scroll at the muzzle and breech. Nonfluted cylinder likewise engraved over each chamber with line and dot border towards the face. Case hardened frame is also scroll engraved with classic Helfricht floral device on the recoil shield. Blued backstrap inscribed "Colt Engraving Sampler" with an encircled 150 year anniversary rampant Colt logo. 2-piece ivory grips with 150th anniversary medallions marked for the different engravers whose styles are featured on this gun "R. Henshaw 1831 / L. Nimschke 1850-1900 / C. Helfricht 1871-1921 / Contemporary". CONDITION: Excellent. Nearly all of the factory finished are retained with only light handling marks. Crips are likewise excellent. Fine, lightly frosted bore. A very attractive piece of Colt history. Barrel Length: 10" Caliber/Bore: .45 LC FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Serial Number: SA58497

(C) EXCELLENT SECOND YEAR OF PRODUCTION COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER SERIAL NUMBER 477.

Lot #1351 (Sale Order 210 of 324)

Manufactured in 1956 with features including 6" matte ribbed barrel with blade front sight and adjustable rear sight. Marked on left side of barrel with "PYTHON .357 / (star) .357 MAGNUM CTG. (star)". Trigger guard is marked with VP proof and left side of frame is marked with Rampant Colt. Blued finish with 2 piece checkered walnut grips inset with gold Rampant Colt medallions on either side. PROVENANCE: From the personal and advanced collection of Dr. Jim Watson of Scottsdale, Arizona. CONDITION: Excellent+, with nearly all of the original factory bluing remaining with the most notable loss being minor freckling on one side of cylinder and light turn line. Grips are strong with no major signs of distress. Mechanically excellent. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .357 Magnum FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Python Serial Number: 477

(M) ENGRAVED GOLD INLAID COLT WOODSMAN MATCH TARGET SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL BY COLT MASTER ENGRAVER ST

Lot #1352 (Sale Order 211 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1969 with features including 6" barrel chambered in .22 Long Rifle with pinned ramped blade front sight and Elliason adjustable rear sight. High polish blue finish with 2-piece plain bone grips. Class C engraved by Colt Master Engraver Steve Kamyk with floral and acanthus scroll on a stippled background with gold inlaid borders. Signed by S. Kamyk underneath right grip panel. CONDITION: Excellent+ and near mint with virtually all of the finishes remaining, and engraving sharp. Grips are excellent with minor repairs to right side. Mechanically fine. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .22 LR FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: Match Target Serial Number: 311728-s

(M) COLT MK IV SERIES 80 GOVERNMENT SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH BLUED FINISH AND GOLD LEAF SCROLL WOR

Lot #1353 (Sale Order 212 of 324)

Manufactured in classic configuration throughout. Aftermarket upgraded with gold leaf scroll, borders, and markings on a blued background. Fit with checkered ivory grips. CONDITION: Excellent+, with virtually all of the applied finishes remaining. Mechanically excellent. Bore is frosted with crisp rifling. Barrel Length: 3" Caliber/Bore: .380 ACP FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: MK4 series 80 Serial Number: .380-no1

(C) JOSEPH LANG 12 BORE BOXLOCK SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1354 (Sale Order 213 of 324)

Circa 1938. A classic and rare British game gun made with dovetailed 28” blued steel barrels with 2” chambers and ejectors. Barrels made with a narrow concave rib and steel round front bead sight. Barrels read "JOSEPH LANG & SON”. on right and “7. BURY STREET ST. JAMES’S. LONDON" on left. Rib reads “FOR 2INCH PAPER CARTRIDGES ONLY”. Barrel flats are stamped for 1 1/8, 12 over C, 2” and with nitro proof. Bottoms of barrels marked 17669 and J.A near barrel flat. The gray patina boxlock action with border scroll is engraved “JOSEPH LANG & SON”. Action flats stamped “17669”. Action built with double triggers, blacked checkered top lever, checkered thumb slide safe and “SAFE” is in gold. Gun is auto safe. Action bottom is blacked as well as the guns trigger guard which extends to a long bottom strap. Trigger guard with border scroll and light floral scroll at center. Bottom strap with border scroll and engraved with serial number. Straight-grained reddish brown walnut stock with straight hand checkered grip, golden oval and black rubber butt pad. Small splinter forend with Anson push release, engraved escutcheon, and engraved diamond-shaped pin. Interior iron metal is blacked and with matching serial number. Gun comes with green canvas and leather case. Case interior lid with black and gold “JOSEPH LANG & SON” case label. CONDITION: Good. Barrel bores are good and barrels with evidence of rib relay. Action is sound. Stock is good with light scratches and evidence of an early restoration. Forend with some visible chipping at edges. Case is very good. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 28" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .031 (R) .030 Chamber: 2" Choke: (L) .038 (Full) (R) .011 (Imp. Cyl) Drop at Comb: 1 - 5/8" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/8" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 Ga Internal Bore Diameter: (BOTH) .730 Length of Pull: 14 - 3/8" Manufacturer: Joseph Lang Model: SXS Serial Number: 17669 Weight: 5 lbs 7 oz

(C) J. PURDEY & SONS BEST QUALITY 12 BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1355 (Sale Order 214 of 324)

Circa 1956 per "James Purdey & Sons: Gun and Rifle Makers: Two Hundred Years of Excellence" by Dallas. Chopper lump barrels, with a raised, concave, stippled, tapering rib with brass bead front sight, engraved on tubes "J. Purdey & Sons" and "Audley House, South Audley Street, London, England", fit with a hidden third fastener, and relieved for sideclips. Barrel flats with London British nitro proofs for a 12 gauge with 2 - 3/4" chambers and a nominal .729 IBD in both barrels at 3 - 1/4 tons. Tube numbers "66453" and "66454" at forearm loop, "26620" on each tube, and discretely signed Purdey and "GW" for barrel maker George Wood. Underside of rib engraved "Made in England". Splinter forearm fit with an Anson plunger release at forearm tip, and checkered in point pattern, with central vacant diamond. Engraved in typical scroll work on exterior, including a bouquet of roses at exterior iron. Interior iron with matching serial number and "B.D" actioner's initials for Ben Delay. Action flats with CP proof and disc set strikers, breech face with sideclips. Case colored sidelock action with cocking indicators, engraved with nicely cut Purdey house rose and scroll with "J. Purdey & Sons" behind bar, "J . Purdey & Sons / London / England" in vacant oval on bottom of action. Trigger guard with long backstrap engraved with rolling scroll and florals protects a single mechanical trigger, with a barrel selector abutting the trigger on right side for a right handed shooter, "L" inlaid in gold. Nicely streaked walnut stock with English straight grip, checkered in point pattern about the wrist, and built with teardrops behind actions. Brass oval at toe line, probably post factory, as the work is a bit crude for Purdey factory. Stock terminates in a black line spacer and a Pachmayr basketweave recoil pad. In a canvas slip-wrapped leather motor case, with Purdey trade label in lid, and containing accessories comprising a 2 piece cleaning rod, walnut handle with female threaded head, currently fit with a brass brush, key, Purdey and Sons branded Selvyt cloth, and pair Purdey snapcaps. CONDITION: Very good, retaining the vast majority of the factory bluing on barrels with period wear throughout, most noticeable an area of silvering scratches ahead of forearm. Forearm very good, somewhat dry, with some minor impressions and handling marks, but free of cracks or chips. Actioncase colors are very good, silvering at edges and carry areas, approximately 50%. Stock is very good with finish added to restore luster, and some handling marks and impressions throughout. Mechanically fine, bores are very good with some minor frosting, ejectors are strong and in time. Canvas slip has some tearing but is complete and present, case is likewise complete with some age related distress, but good+. Accessories: Case, Accessories Barrel Length: 30" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .031 (R) .034 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) .042 (R) .022 Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 3/8"- FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 Gauge Internal Bore Diameter: (BOTH) .731 Length of Pull: 14 - 1/2", cast slightly off for a RH shooter Manufacturer: J. Purdey & Sons Model: Best Serial Number: 26620 Weight: 7 lbs 3.5oz

(M) E.J. CHURCHILL IMPERIAL 20 GAUGE OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN WITH ENGRAVING BY POWELL.

Lot #1356 (Sale Order 215 of 324)

30" monobloc barrels ft with a solid matte rib with brass bead front sight, and engraved with a sprig of acanthus at rear and "IMPERIAL" over the bloc. Left side over chamber with "E.J. Churchill (Gunmakers)", right with "London · England". Barrel flats with 2004 proofs for a nitro proved 20 gauge with 3" chambers at 1200 BAR; nominal 15.8 IBD proofs on right side of barrels, ahead of bolster. Underside of bottom tube with serial number. Nicely figured walnut forearm with reinforced Anson plunger release, and checkered in a point pattern with mullered borders, engraved on exterior iron with acanthus scroll and floral bouquets. Interior case colored and fire blued with matching serial number. Boss style trigger plate action with British CP proofs on wings, decorative sideplates, with beaded bolster, engraved with a single bouquet of florals with accenting scrollwork, "E.J. Churchill" in a ribbon with flanking acanthus at "bar", and traditionally decorated "hinge pins". Underside engraved en suite with "IMPERIAL" designation. Engraving is signed "A. Powell" abutting trigger guard. Single inertia-driven trigger protected by a short tang trigger guard with extension running to horn pistol grip cap. Automatic safety, with "SAFE" inlaid in gold ahead of slide. Nicely figured walnut stock of a rich orange and brown coloring is checkered about the pistol grip stock with point pattern checkering, and is fit with a checkered butt. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels retain virtually all of their bluing, starting to plum somewhat, some silvering on bottom tube from assembly and disassembly. Forearm excellent with some minor handling marks; exterior iron is bright while interior has virtually all of the case colors, with some mild silvering towards sharp edge at rear. Interior action with the vast majority of case colors, essentially silver where barrel lumps rub against frame, with exterior bright. Engraving is crisp throughout. Stock excellent with some very minor handling marks. Mechanically fine, bores are excellent, bright and shiny. Ejectors are strong and in time. Barrel Length: 30" Chamber: 3" Choke: (O) Improved Cylinder (U) Modified Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 1 - 7/8" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 20 Length of Pull: 14 - 1/2" Manufacturer: E.J. Churchill Model: Imperial Serial Number: 20003 Weight: 6 lbs 8.4zo

(M) LUCIANO BOSIS WILD EXTRA 12 BORE OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN WITH EXTRA BARREL, CASE, ENGRAVED BY PARRAVI

Lot #1357 (Sale Order 216 of 324)

Circa 2009. A very nice game gun with 2 sets of blued steel barrels one 27” and the other 30”. Both sets of nitro proofed mono-bloc barrels are built with 2 – 3/4” chambers, ejectors, and with mid vent ribs. Top ribs are filed, low profiled, and tapering. Ribs also with round steel front beads. 30” barrel fit with a pair of what appears to be Briley multi chokes. Top of barrel on the 27” set reads “LUCIANO BOSIS BRESCIA. ITALY”. 30” read “LUCIANO BOSIS ITALY”. Barrel flat on 27” reads “0042”, MADE IN ITALY”, “12-70”, “LBOSIS”, “CD” and with Italian proofs. Bottom of 30” barrel reads “R0014”, “MADE IN ITALY”,”12-70”, “CH” and with Italian proofs. Both sets marked “BSA, MILLBROOK”. The coin finished boxlock action with light border scroll and engraved with a brace of flying ducks at bottom. Engraving executed by Parravicini (signed at bottom). Also engraved at bottom is the word “WILD” for the gun's model. In the action block is the number “0042” (serial number), “LBOSIS” and Italian proofs. Gun is built with a single inertia trigger and is non-auto safe. “S” is engraved for safe. Top lever with light scroll engraving and is checkered. Safe slide with border scroll and checkered. Handsome oil finished walnut stock with deep toned figure has a sharp checkered pistol grip is completed by a brown leather covered pad. Game forend with matched nearly full coverage checkering is adorned with a Bulino engraved hunting dog on escutcheon. Forend with Anson styled push button release, scroll engraved pins and exterior iron metal. Interior iron metal engraved “0042”. Gun lives in a “Fabricca d’armi LUCIANO BOSIS” brown leather case with oil bottle, snap caps, key for case cleaning accessories and with an extra set of springs and firing pins in black plastic LUCIANO BOSIS plastic hard case. CONDITION: Excellent. Both sets of barrels retain mostly all of their color and bores are bright. Action, trigger and ejectors are excellent. Stock very good with some slight bruising. Forend very good. Case very good lock may need a little help. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: (A) 27" (B) 30" Barrel Wall Thickness: (A) (O) .036 (U) .032 (B) (BOTH) .037 Chamber: (BOTH) 2 - 3/4" Choke: Briley Tubes Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/8" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 12 Gauge Internal Bore Diameter: (A) (BOTH) .728 (B) (BOTH) .731 Length of Pull: 14 - 3/8" Manufacturer: Luciano Bosis Model: Wild Extra Paperwork: Factory specs Serial Number: 0042 Weight: (A) 7 lbs 1 oz (B) 7 lbs 5 oz

(C) A VERY GOOD GOLDEN AGE PURDEY BEST QUALITY SLE 12 BORE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1358 (Sale Order 217 of 324)

Circa 1920. 30" chopper lump barrels with a bead front sight on a narrow, concave, smooth rib with Purdey's Audley House address and Joseph Whitworth's fluid steel designation, rear most section of rib with very small acanthus scrollwork, and stiff leaf engraving at the breech. Barrel flats with British Nitro proofs for a 12 gauge at 1 - 1/8 oz of shot, 2- 3/4" chambers, at 3 - 1/4 tons and nominal .729 IBD. "CHOKE" ahead of left tube flat, both tubes with serial numbers on underside, and "CA" barrel maker initials on left barrel. "54361" and "54362" tube numbers on either side of forearm loop. Splinter tip forearm with reinforced Anson plunger release, checkered in point pattern and engraved with florals and scroll on exterior iron. Interior iron with serial number, and engraved floral, and actioner's initials "JT". Sidelocks engraved with classic Purdey house rose and scroll, with two central bouquets accented by scrollwork, signed "J. Purdey & Sons" on the bottom of each plate. Cocking indicators. Single mechanical trigger protected by a flat bottom trigger guard with long tang engraved with scroll and serial number. Automatic safety with "SAFE" inlaid in gold ahead of slide. Nicely figured walnut stock constructed with teardrops behind locks, point pattern checkering with mullered borders about the English straight grip, silver oval at toe line, and English style pigskin wrapped recoil pad with covered screws. CONDITION: Barrels with the vast majority of a well executed reblack, with some minor handling marks, a few very fine pits under the bluing. Action is essentially bright metal throughout with some flashes of trace colors in the most protected areas, with some areas of mossing and oil staining. Stocks good with handling marks and impressions throughout. Forearm with a notable impression on left side, left side of comb with a few heavier impressions. Mechanically fine, ejectors are strong and in time, bores are very good with some very minor frosting. Barrel Length: 30" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .023 (R) .024 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) .013 (R) .008 Drop at Comb: 1 - 5/8" Drop at Heel: 2" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 Internal Bore Diameter: (L) .737 (R) .734 Length of Pull: 14 - 1/4", cast off for a right handed shooter Manufacturer: Purdey Model: Best SLE Serial Number: 22520 Weight: 6 lbs 12.5oz

(M) EXQUISITE STEVE KELLY ENGRAVED JAMES PURDEY & SONS 12 GAUGE OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN WITH CASE.

Lot #1359 (Sale Order 218 of 324)

(Circa 2001). Chopper lump barrels with modern British nitro proofs that indicate manufacture circa 2001 (proofs for 2001 and 2004), as a 12 gauge with 3" chambers, a nominal 18.5 IBD in both barrels, and at 1200 BAR. Solid stippled rib fit with a steel bead forebead, engraved "J. Purdey & Sons. London" on left side of top tube. Bottom tube with serial number, and action flat facet with "78213/4" tube numbers. Fit for Briley chokes, top is currently Light Mod, bottom is Improved Cylinder. Slim game forearm is fit with an Anson plunger release on a reinforced forearm tip, external iron and screws engraved with florals on a stippled ground, with bottom lip engraved 'PURDEY" in a ribbon. Interior iron with matching serial numbers. Sidelocks engraved with almost complete coverage of outstanding rolling floral scroll, with "J. PURDEY & SONS" in a ribbon on slightly raised sections of bolsters, and fit with gold line cocking indicators. Interior of action with "(Crown) / CP" proof. Single non-selective mechanical trigger protected by a right-rolled trigger guard with case colored interior and trigger guard. Engraving signed "S. J. Kelly" abutting trigger guard for Stephen Kelly, foremost among Purdey's house engravers. Interestingly, trigger and interior of trigger guard are case colored, but exterior is polished bright. Long tang runs to pistol grip cap, both of which are engraved en suite. Non-auto safety with "SAFE" engraved ahead of tab. Checkered about the wrist in a point pattern, and inset at the toe line with a vanity plate engraved "JSD". Nicely figured smokey-grained walnut is capped by a leather-wrapped recoil pad with covered screws. Housed in a leather-wrapped case with wine colored interior, James Purdey trade label in lid, and containing accessories comprising 2 piece cleaning rod, snap caps, Purdey oil bottle, wallet with brush, jag, and mop, and horn striker pot with spare strikers in a paper packet numbered to the gun. CONDITION: Excellent, showing very little evidence of use. Barrels with virtually all of their factory bluing with some minor thinning over chambers. Stocks excellent with some handling marks and use marks from the field, most offensive a small rub on left side of forearm tip. Locks are excellent with crisp engraving, some minor oil staining and small areas of cleaned oxidation under bars. Mechanically fine, bores are excellent with minor haloing and signs of use, ejectors are fine and in time. Case excellent. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 28" Barrel Wall Thickness: (O) .034 (U) .035 Chamber: 3" Choke: Briley Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 1 - 7/8" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 12 Bore Internal Bore Diameter: (O) .727 (U) .725 Length of Pull: 14 - 3/4" Manufacturer: James Purdey & Sons Model: Best O/U Serial Number: 29988 Weight: 7 lbs 4.5oz

(M) HOLLAND & HOLLAND OVER AND UNDER ROYAL DELUXE 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN

Lot #1360 (Sale Order 219 of 324)

Circa 2011. A virtually new sporting game gun by the famous London maker with 30” rust blued steel barrels. Barrels are nicely fit with 2 – 3/4” chambers, ejectors, and with Briley thin walled multi chokes. Top rib is three quarter filed and reads “HOLLAND & HOLLAND. LONDON” near the breech. Rib fit with a round steel front bead sight. Bottom of barrels are stamped with London nitro proofs “LP / 11”, “12”, ”70MM”, and “H&H NY NY”. The coin finished side lock action is adorned with hand engraved Holland’s deluxe acanthus leaf pattern. Both lockplates are engraved “HOLLAND & HOLLAND". The action is built with Holland’s patent hand detachable locks, gold lined cocking indicators, engraved and checkered non-automatic safety slide, and scroll engraved and left side checkered top lever. Bottom action is engraved “MODEL DE LUXE”. The single inertia smooth bladed trigger is protected by a foliate scroll engraved, right side rolled trigger guard extending to an engraved bottom strap with the serial number gold-inlaid. The rich honey colored walnut stock with smokey grain has been built with a round knob pistol hand grip with hand checkering, drop points, gold stock oval engraved “J.S.D.” in shaded block along the buttstocks toe line and finished by a black leather covered recoil pad. Game forend with matched checkering has a checkered Anson styled push button release, engraved escutcheon and engraved exterior iron metal. Internal iron metal is coin finished with serial number engraved. Gun and barrels live in the maker’s green ABS case with “HOLLAND & HOLLAND LONDON” on the exterior top. Case comes with 4 extra chokes, cleaning accessories and snap caps. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels with lots of remaining black plumy color. Bores are bright and shiny. Action, triggers and ejectors are excellent. Stock and forend both excellent. Case is very good. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 30" Barrel Wall Thickness: (O) .038 (U) .039 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: Briley Tubes Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 1 - 7/8" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 12 Bore Internal Bore Diameter: (BOTH) .729 Length of Pull: 14 - 9/16" Manufacturer: Holland & Holland Model: Deluxe Serial Number: 51293 Weight: 7 lbs 13 oz

(C) BOSS & CO. OVER/UNDER 12 BORE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1361 (Sale Order 220 of 324)

Circa 1953. A best quality over and under game gun with 27" nitro proofed shiny blued barrels. Barrels with ejectors and 2 - 1/2" chambers. Barrels have been built with no top rib and a round brass front bead sight. Barrels with reversed chokes, with Improved Cylinder on top, and Modified on bottom. Barrel flats marked "2 1/2". Top barrel on right reads "Boss & Co.", London proofs for 1 1/8". Left side of barrel reads "41 ALBEMARLE STREET, PICCADILLY, LONDON .W.". Top of barrel at breech with gold inlay "2". Side lock action with approximately 65% case colors is engraved with Boss & Co. traditional scroll and rose bouquets. The Boss patented single trigger (triple pull) is protected by a blacked right hand rolled edge trigger guard that extends through a long bottom strap. Trigger guard and bottom strap are engraved with scrolls. Bottom strap with serial number. Trigger plate ahead of trigger guard is engraved "BOSS PATENT No 11278". Blacked scroll engraved top lever with gold inlay "2". Gun is auto safe and "SAFE" is in gold. Action bolsters are engraved "PATENT No. 3307 1909". Best quality dark honey colored walnut stock with nice figuring is built with a finely checkered English straight hand grip, gold oval and black leather covered recoil pad. Gun with matched checkered splinter game forend. Forend with Anson push button release. The gun is complete with case and all accessories. Gun lives in a lightweight toe under leather case. Newer case with white paper trade label, snap caps, cleaning rod, square oil bottle and cleaning equipment. CONDITION: Very good. Barrels with mostly all of their original color with a slight bit of frosting and handling marks. Single trigger action and ejectors are sound. Stock and forend both very good with light handling marks. Case good with handling marks. Note: This serial number is listed on page 326 of the Boss & Co. 2nd Edition book as part of a composed pair with gun serial number 8678. Accessories: Leather Case and Cleaning Accessories Barrel Length: 27" Barrel Wall Thickness: (BOTH) .025 Chamber: 2 - 1/2" Choke: (O) .011 (U) .021 Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 3/16" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 Bore Internal Bore Diameter: (O) .735 (U) .736 Length of Pull: 15 - 3/16" Manufacturer: Boss & Co. Model: Over Under Serial Number: 8928 Weight: 6 Lbs. 8 oz.

(M) LUCIANO BOSIS WILD SIDEPLATE ROUND BODY 20 BORE OVER UNDER SHOTGUN WITH FINE ORNAMENTAL SCROLL E

Lot #1362 (Sale Order 221 of 324)

Circa 2017 per factory paperwork, proofed for 2016 on barrels. 28" monobloc barrels with raised, solid rib with steel bead and hand-cut matting. Left side of top barrel with "LUCIANO BOSIS ITALY" ahead of joint. Under the forearm are modern Italian proofs for a 20 gauge with a nominal 15.8 IBD, nitro proofed, and imported by Cole Inc. Factory fit for Briley chokes. Game forearm with thin forearm tip engraved with acanthus scroll, Bosis crest, and teardrop. Point pattern checkering, iron with finely cut scroll on a blackened background, interwoven with florals. Interior iron with matching serial number. Round body action with near full coverage of scroll and florals en suite with "Luciano Bosis" inlaid in gold on both sides of body, and Bosis crest in gold on bottom of action. Signed "G.S. Pedretti" at trigger guard, the dual signature of father and son engraving team Giancarlo and Stefano Pedretti, two of Italy's finest master engravers. Trigger guard and long tang engraved en suite with serial number inlaid in gold. Other features include single non-selective trigger and non-automatic safety. Nicely figured Turkish walnut with gold oval along toeline with "JSD" initials, pistol grip with skeleton buttcap engraved en suite, and skeleton buttplate engraved en suite. Central screw also has gold rim. This gun is not steel proofed. In Luciano Bosis leather wrapped case with wine-colored lining, French fit for the gun, and compartments with pair snapcaps, 2 piece cleaning rod, brush and mop, and a spare set of sears and strikers. With extra chokes: 2 Modified and Cylinder, with Improved Cylinder in top barrel and Skeet in bottom barrel currently installed. With copies factory specs and guarantee, with the original owner's name redacted. CONDITION: Excellent, NOS or equivalent with only a few extremely minor marks from handling throughout. Barrels with virtually all of their bluing, some thinning to silver visible at joint. Stocks excellent with some minor handling marks. Action excellent, engraving is crisp and masterfully cut. Mechanically fine, bores are excellent with some very minor frosting ahead of chambers; it is distinctly possible that this gun was test fired only. Case and accessories excellent with some normal handling marks, one noted indentation on top of lid. Accessories: Case, Extra choke tubes Barrel Length: 28" Chamber: 3" Choke: Briley Tubes Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/8" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 20 Length of Pull: 14 - 3/8 Manufacturer: Luciano Bosis Model: Wild Sideplate Paperwork: Factory Specs Serial Number: V015 Weight: 6 lbs 15 oz

(M) PERAZZI MX28 SC3 28 GAUGE OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN WITH CASE.

Lot #1363 (Sale Order 222 of 324)

Circa 2015. A virtually new Italian boxlock sporting game gun with 30” barrels and 2 – 3/4” chambers. Barrels have ejectors, Perazzi screw in chokes, low profiled machined vent rib, and small round front bead sight. Barrel wings read “PERAZZI BRESCIA MADE IN ITALY” on left and “IMPORTER – PERAZZI USA AZUSA-CA”. Barrel flat reads “154159”, "SC3", "2015", and with Italian proofs. Barrel bottom stamped “28-70”. Barrels also built with ventilated mid rib and stamped “13,9” and "KG1.270” and 13,9”. Case colored boxlock action with golden birds flying (pheasant, quail and duck) over fields and pond. Action is built with single inertia golden trigger, top slide safe, barrel selector and black engraved and pierced top lever. Top lever also adorned with a Gold crown. “S” in gold. Safe slide is blacked, engraved, and checkered. Gun is non-auto safe. Engraving is by “C. Art” as engraved alongside trigger. Trigger is protected by a small black floral engraved trigger guard. European walnut stock with smoky figure is built with slender Prince of Wales styled grip and checkered butt. Top of action walls are stamped “MX28 SC3” and “154159”. Game forend with full length matched checkering and Deeley-styled latch release. Releae and exterior iron metal is blacked and with scroll engraving. Interior also with serial number on metal and wood. Gun lives in brown Perazzi plastic and leather ABS case. Case with manual, snap caps, paperwork and sleeve. CODNITION: As new. Barrels excellent inside and out. Action, trigger and ejectors all excellent. Stock and forend excellent. Case very good. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 30" Barrel Wall Thickness: (O) .043 (U) .042 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: Perazzi Tubes Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/8" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 28 Bore Internal Bore Diameter: (BOTH) .548 Length of Pull: 14 - 3/4" Manufacturer: Perazzi Model: MX28 Serial Number: 154159 Weight: 6 lbs 6 oz

(C) FRANZ SODIA FULLY ENGRAVED OVER UNDER GAME GUN SET, WITH 28 AND .410 SHOTGUN BARRELS AND .30-06

Lot #1364 (Sale Order 223 of 324)

Circa 1975. A great combination gun and rifle. Blued Boehler steel barrels all measure 26 -1/4” and are built with ejectors. (A&B) Shotgun barrels are also built with ramped machine filed ventilated ribs and have white round front bead sights. (C) Rifle barrel built with machine filed 1/4 rib with standing rear sight and ramped front blade sight. All ribs read “FRANZ SODIA, FERLACH”. Bottom of (A/28) barrel marked with ”28/70”, “BOHLER * RASANT”, “20167”, Proofs and “1660.75”. Bottom of (B/410) “410/76”, “BOHLER * RASANT”, “20167”, proofs, and “1659.75”. (C/.30-06) with “BOHLER * RASANT”, “20167”, proofs, and “1658.75”. Barrels are all fit with a 3 piece forend (one bottom piece for all 3). Silver / grey patina side lock action with full coverage game scene and scroll engraved. Right lock engraved with stag and doe in wood. Left lock with hunting dogs in field after pheasant. Bottom action with a single flying duck off water/grass and with “FRANZ SODIA, FERLACH” in banner above. Action fit with double Kursten locking mechanism, disk set strikers and double triggers. Action with view window on right lock plate and cocking indicator on left. Top lever is blacked, engraved, and checkered. Slide safe is checkered. Double triggers are protected by a horn guard that extends to a full length bottom strap. Action and stock with full length steel engraved top strap. Gun is non-auto safe. “S” engraved for safe. Dark straight grained European walnut stock with checkered pistol hand grip has a steel grip cap, cheeckpiece, vacant oval, and finished with a thin horn serrated butt plate. Gun comes in oak and leather case with brass corners and a pair of .410 snap caps. Inner lid with paper “FRANZ SODIA” case label. CONDITION: Very good. Barrels retain mostly all of their original blue and bores are all good. Action, triggers and ejectors work well to test. Stock and forends good with some handling marks. Case is good with some light handling marks. Accessories: Case with 3 barrels and tools Barrel Length: 26" Barrel Wall Thickness: (A/28) (O) .033 (U) .030 (B/.410)(BOTH) .058 Chamber: (A/28) 2 - 3/4" (B/.410) 3" Choke: (A/28) (O) .005 (IC) (U) .006 (IC) (B/.410) (O) .000 (U) .000 Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 2 - 3/8" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: (A) 28 Gauge (B) .410 (C) .30-06 Internal Bore Diameter: (A/28) (O) .552 (U) .555 (B/.410) (O) .408 (U) .409 Length of Pull: 14 - 1/16" Manufacturer: Franz Sodia Model: O/U Serial Number: 20167 Weight: (A/28) 6 lbs 12 oz (B/.410) 7 lbs 6 oz (C/.30-06) 8 lbs 3 oz

(M) LEBEAU COURALLY SLE 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN, TWO BARREL SET, WITH CASE.

Lot #1365 (Sale Order 224 of 324)

Circa 1984. A Belgium custom-made game gun with blacked 30” chopper lump barrels. Barrels with ejectors and 3” chambers. Barrels are fit with machined tapered ribs and round brass front bead sights. The number 2 barrel is marked in gold on rib at breech. Barrels read “AUG. LEBEAU-COURALLY A LIEGE” on right and “W.L. MOORE & CO WESTLAKE VLG CA” on left. Bottom ribs stamped with serial number. Barrel flats are marked with Belgium nitro proof, "1Kg855", "12-76", and "AUG. LEBEAU, FABI A LIEGE". The coin finished side lock action is built with a hidden 3rd fastener, disk set strikers, gold cocking indicators, nitre blued double triggers (front articulated), floral scroll engraved and checkered top lever, and engraved and checkered safety slide. Action is handsomely engraved with scrolls and flower bouquets. Fences are chisel engraved with leaves and stippling. Gun is non-auto safe and “S” for safe is in gold. Triggers are protected by a floral scroll engraved coin finished trigger guard, which extends to a long bottom strap with serial number. The dark honey colored walnut stock has been built with an English straight hand fine checkered grip, drop points, and finished by a brown rubber recoil pad. Splinter forend with matched checkering has a checkered Anson styled push button release, engraved escutcheon, and engraved exterior iron metal. Internal iron metal is case hardened with serial number stamped. Gun and barrels live in canvas case with black and gold "AUG. LEBEAU COURALLY" case label. CONDITION: Good. Barrels with lots of remaining black color with some areas showing signs of light corrosion. Bores are very good and bright. Action, triggers and ejectors are very good. Some areas with light bits of corrosion. Stock and forend both very good with some areas showing evidence of light corrosion to metal parts. Case is very good with slight signs of use and storage. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: (BOTH) 29 - 7/8" Barrel Wall Thickness: (A/1) (L) .057 (R) .058 (B/2) (L) .058 (R) .055 Chamber: (BOTH) 3" Choke: (A/1) (L) .022 (Modified) (R) .009 (Improved Cylinder) (B/2) (L) .035 (Full) (R) .022 (Modified) Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: (BOTH) 12 Internal Bore Diameter: (A/1) (BOTH) .729 (R) (L) .728 (R) .729 Length of Pull: 14 - 3/8" Manufacturer: Lebeau Courally Model: SLE Serial Number: 45057 Weight: (BOTH) 8 lbs 2 oz

(A) PAIR OF JAMES PURDEY & SONS 12 GAUGE BAR-IN-WOOD SIDE BY SIDE HAMMER GUNS IN MOTOR CASE.

Lot #1366 (Sale Order 225 of 324)

Circa 1878. A vintage and nice pair of bar-in-wood non-rebounding hammer game guns with 28” blued, sleeved barrels. Barrels have been designated with 2 – 1/2” chambers and extractors. Barrels ribs are tapering, concave with small round brass front bead sights and read “J. PURDEY & SONS. 314 1/2 OXFORD STREET, LONDON.” Barrels ribs are inlaid with gold Roman numerals “I” and “II” at breech. Barrel flats are stamped "SLEEVED", "2 1/2”, "NITRO PROOF", "12 / C", ".729" and "1 1/8". The number “I” gun has both London and Birmingham proofs while “II” only has the Birmingham proof. Number “I” gun lump is stamped “JP” and the number “II” is stamped “J.A”. Bright and shiny case colored actions are with lots of new color are adorned with scrolls, floral gold inlay on hammers and action bar has “J. PURDEY & SONS” in gold. Blacked top levers have been engraved with matching scroll patterns and are numbered “I” and “II”. Bottom of action with “J. PURDEY & SONS LONDON” in circle around engraved screw just ahead of trigger guard. Case hardened double triggers with hinged front trigger(s) are protected by a blacked floral scroll engraved trigger guard which extends through a to full length scroll engraved bottom strap and with gold inlay of the guns serial numbers “10350” and “10351”. Brown and smoky straight grained walnut stocks with finely checkered English straight hand grips have small golden ovals and are finished with checkered butts. Matching splinter forends with case hardened, checkered, and engraved Anson push releases. Case colored escutcheons are number “I” and “II” in gold. Interior iron metal is case color hardened with engraved screws and serial numbers. Guns travel in a James Purdey & Sons makers motor case with canvas outer. Interior case lid with small black "JAMES PURDEY & SONS" case label and storage instruction card. Case supplied with wooden cleaning rod and cleaning accessories. CONDITION: Excellent as restored. Barrels are excellent with bright bores and re-proofs. Actions are excellent. Stocks and forends are excellent with light handling or storage marks. Case is very good with evidence and signs of use. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: (BOTH) 28" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .026 (R) .033 (L) .038 (R) .037 Chamber: (BOTH) 2 - 1/2" Choke: (L) .032 (Full) (R).039 (Full) (L) .023 (Modified) (R) .009 (Imp. Cyl) Drop at Comb: (BOTH) 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: (BOTH) 2" FFL Status: Antique Gauge: (BOTH) 12 Internal Bore Diameter: (L) .733 (R) .734 (BOTH) .730 Length of Pull: (BOTH) 14 - 3/8" Manufacturer: (BOTH) J. Purdey & Sons Model: (BOTH) Hammer Serial Number: (A) 10350 (B) 10351 Weight: 6 lbs 7 oz

(A) MASSIVE GEORGE FISHER 8 BORE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN FROM THE U.S.C.CO. COLLECTION.

Lot #1367 (Sale Order 226 of 324)

Manufactured in Belgium circa the 1890s, likely by Henri Pieper for New York dealer Schoverling, Daly & Gales. The massive 34" twist pattern "LAMINATE STEEL" barrels have a single bead front sight. "U.S.C.Co. 183" stamped at the breech indicating this example was formerly part of the United States Cartridge Company collection, which in 1903 was advertised as the "most complete collection in the United States". Although not listed among the historical curiosities in their 1903 collection catalog, this example was likely retained for ammunition testing. Built on a hammer fired underlever action with lightly engraved back action locks marked for "GEO FISHER". Heavy checkered walnut straight grip stock with German silver toeline vanity plate and steel butt plate. CONDITION: Very good. Barrel display the vast majority of their attractive brown twist pattern. Action has faded to a silvery gray patina. Stock has a few scattered nicks but is otherwise good with an age darkened appearance. Bores are bright with some mild cleaned oxidation spots. Fine mechanics. Barrel Length: 34" FFL Status: Antique Gauge: 8 Bore Manufacturer: George Fisher Model: SXS Serial Number: 7226

(C) GEBRUDER MERKEL MODEL 304E 20 GAUGE OVER UNDER SHOTGUN.

Lot #1368 (Sale Order 227 of 324)

Circa 1952. A very nice game gun with 26” blued "Special Laufstaul" steel barrels. Barrels are nicely fit with ejectors, 2 - 3/4” chambers, a tapered, matted, machined solid top rib, solid side ribs, and a brass bead front sight. The barrels are choked Improved Modified in top barrel and Modified in bottom. Right side of the barrel near the breech is engraved “GERMANY” while the left side is engraved “GEBRUDER MERKEL SUHL”. Bottom barrel marked “34298”, “20”, “SPECIAL LAUFSTAUL”, “Weichlot”. Barrel lumps stamped with Suhl proof house nitro-proof marks dating from January, 1952. Barrels are fit with a 3-piece forend. Locks with handsome game scenes dogs, birds, and fox in woodland scenes on stippled ground with supporting oak leaves on action body, forend iron, latch and trigger guard. Bottom of the action body has “GEBRUDER MERKEL SUHL” in a banner. The bolstered sidelock action is fit with double Kersten fasteners, cocking indicators, and double triggers with front articulated. Top lever is also engraved with oak leaves and checkered, slide safe is checkered. Gun is auto-safe. The top of the action body’s right wall is stamped proof marks while the left is stamped “34298”. Rich reddish, brown stock is carved with oak leaves at rear of the locks and built with fine checkered straight hand grip, silver oval and finished by a leather covered pad. Double triggers are protected by blued, oak leaf engraved trigger guard, which extends to a long, blued oak leaf and scroll engraved bottom strap. Internal iron metal is engraved “34298” and has Merkel’s crested logo. Gun comes in wooden case which as a pair of dummy rounds inside. CONDITION: Very good. Barrels with mostly all blue. Bores are very good. Action and triggers are sound with snap caps. Stock is very good. Forend is very good. Case very good. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 26" Barrel Wall Thickness: (O) .035 (U) .032 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (O) .026 (Improved Modified) (U) .013 (Modified) Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 3/8" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 20 Internal Bore Diameter: (O) .631 (U) .631 Length of Pull: 14" Manufacturer: Gebruder & Merkel Model: 304 E Serial Number: 34298 Weight: 6 lbs 2 oz

(C) WESTLEY RICHARDS DROPLOCK 12 GAUGE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN

Lot #1369 (Sale Order 228 of 324)

Manufactured between 1894 and 1904 per Westley Richards' website. Dovetail lump barrels with a bead front sight on a narrow, tapering, smooth concave game rib, engraved towards breech "Westley Richards & Co, England". Barrel flats with modern British nitro proofs for a 2 - 3/4" chambered gn with a nominal .729 IBD, at 3 - 1/4 tons per square inch; faint "(Crown) / R" and to other fiant proofs, that look like "88 / 1" in a circle. Bottom of tubes with "PG", older Birmingham proof, and "8417" on bottom of left tube, "19503" on right. Splinter forearm with horn tip, Deely latch release, and checkered in point pattern. Exterior engraved with English scrollwork. Droplocks numbered and marked with orientation "L" and "R" in gold. Action engraved with English scroll and "WESTLEY RICHARDS" inlaid in gold; scalloped back action. Classic Westley Richards hinged toplever, automatic safety with "SAFE" inlaid in gold ahead of slide. Blued bottom metal with total coverage of scrollwork. Blued trigger guard with scrollwork and strapwork edges, protects a single mechanical trigger with barrel selector abutting guard for a right handed shooter; tang is two colors, with area around serial number significantly plumer than balance. Tight, straight grained walnut stock with point pattern checkering about the wrist, with silver vanity plate at toeline, and terminating in a black line spacer and accelerator pad. CONDITION: Very good as restored. Barrels with virtually all of a good reblueing, with some handling marks, legends slightly softened. Action polished bright with some pinprick oxidation visible in recesses, engraving good, somewhat softened. Stocks are very good with some handling marks and impressions, but solid and free of cracks or chips. Mechanically fine, left ejector needs attention and does not throw snapcap, bores are very good with some trace evidence of use. Barrel Length: 28" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) Improved Modified (R) Improved Cylinder Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 1 - 7/8" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 Gauge Length of Pull: 14 - 1/4" Manufacturer: Westley Richards Model: Droplock Serial Number: 8417 Weight: 6 lbs 9.5oz

(A) VERY RARE AND FINE FRANZ OSIPOVITCH MATSKA SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN, A RUSSIAN MASTERPIECE.

Lot #1370 (Sale Order 229 of 324)

Franz Osipovitch Matska was originally of Czech origins, and immigrated from Austria to Russia in the mid-nineteenth century where he studied under master gunmaker August Gonno. It is estimated Matska built around 340 fine guns in St. Petersburg from 1883 until his death in 1907, and was well renowned for his work. This particular pigeon gun was discovered by Bill Wise in England, with associated provenance that it was purchased by an English diplomat from a Russian diplomat around 1910 in Paris. Gun is fitted with 30" blued Sir. Joseph Whitworth fluid steel barrels by Kilby, as marked on the underside, and finished by Matska, his Cyrillic signature on top. Barrel flats have post-1925 London proofs and are numbered "22358". Purdey style locking bolt with doll's head rib. With ejectors. Double trigger controlled side lock Birmingham proofed on the water table with a Matska signature. Locks plates signed externally Matska, made by Joseph Brazier. Action is very finely engraved with masterful tight scroll and floral bouquets. A small gold band on the tang inscribed in Cyrillic "POLENO" likely indicating ownership by the notable Russian Polenov family. Finely diamond checkered splinter forend with Anson style release. Checkered round knob pistol grip stock with red rubber butt pad. PROVENANCE: Ex. Bill Wise. Gun is further documented as the feature of a 2005 article in Double Gun Journal Volume 16, Issue 2, by Wise and Charcot. A copy is included with this lot. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Barrels display nearly all of their lustrous original blue with some mild wear. Action colors have largely faded to a soft silver patina. Forend has a few light losses along the very edge. Stock finished to a gloss with a few scattered field marks. Very fine mirror bores with light sign of use. Fine mechanics. Only a handful of Matska's guns are known, and are especially scarce in the United States. A rare opportunity to acquire a masterpiece of pre-revolution Russian craftsmanship. Barrel Length: 30" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .031 (R) .029 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) .000 (B) .000 Drop at Comb: 1 - 5/8" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/4" FFL Status: Antique Gauge: 12 Gauge Length of Pull: 14" Manufacturer: Franz Osipovitch Matzka Model: Side by Side Paperwork: Double Gun Journal Serial Number: 274 Weight: 6 LB 11 OZ

(C) SCARCE, ONE OF 59, J. PURDEY & SONS SINGLE BARREL TRAP SHOTGUN.

Lot #1371 (Sale Order 230 of 324)

Circa 1962. One of only 59 single-barrel trap guns built by Purdey. Barrel fit with a stipple matted rib with a large aluminum front sight (replaced) and a brass mid-bead on a vent rib. Right side of breech with famous Audley house address, breech with stiff leaf border engraving. Bottom of barrel with "PURDEY", serial number, and "A.H." for Alf Harvey. Forearm lump with "66740". Barrel flats with modern proofs for a 12 gauge gun with 2 - 3/4" chambers, nitro proof, and nominal .729 IBD at 3 - 1/4 tons. Wide flat bottom beavertail forearm with Anson plunger release and is checkered in point pattern throughout; exterior iron engraved with diminutive scroll and floral accents; even the plunger shaft has a flower on it. Disc set striker with truing strike aligned, water table with crowned CP proof, and visible serial number. Case-colored locks are engraved in Purdey's house rose and scroll with two bouquets supported by scroll accents and vinework borders. Bottom on action signed 'J. PURDEY & SONS / LONDON". Single trigger bladed to the right for a right-handed shooter is protected by a flat-bottomed trigger guard decorated with scroll engraving and serial number on a full-length strap to a hard rubber grip cap. Pistol grip stock of a nicely figured feather crotch walnut with teardrop behind action and checkered in point pattern about the wrist, with panels narrowing towards tang. Initials "ACB" individually inletted along belly on stock. Stock finished by a Pachmayr Old English recoil pad. Housed in a canvas wrapped case with leather corners, lined in forest green, with a Purdey trade label in lid and containing accessories comprising an ebony striker pot with an additional striker, 2 part cleaning rod with brushes and a jag, snapcap, and a memorial coin for the Amateur Trap Shooting Association 79th Grand American, 1900-1918. Accompanied by an email exchange with David Maynard indicating that the gun was completed in February 1962 as a 30" gun with 2 - 3/4" chamber, good modified choke, vent rib, pistol grip stock, 14 - 5/8" LOP with rubber heel pad, ivory bead front sight and small mid bead, no safety, and "A C B" inlaid in the stock. CONDITION: Very good as partially restored. Barrel with the majority of its bluing with some marks from handling and the field, some rubs to silver where forearm contacts, and an even mottling of the finish throughout. Forearm, probably a replacement, is very good with some handling marks en suite, a few abraded heads. Locks with approximately half of their older case colors, engraving is crisp. Trigger guard and top lever reblued. Stock very good with handling marks throughout, finish somewhat hazy. Mechanically fine, ejector functional, bore with some very mild orange peel ahead of forcing cone. Case very good. A pleasant example of a scarce gun. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 30" Barrel Wall Thickness: .060 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: .019 (Modified) Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 2" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 Internal Bore Diameter: .732 Length of Pull: 14 - 3/8" Manufacturer: J. Purdey & Sons Model: SBT Paperwork: Email exchange Serial Number: 27007 Weight: 7 lbs 15 oz

(C) PETITE WW GREENER 28 BORE SIDE BY SIDE HAMMER SHOTGUN.

Lot #1372 (Sale Order 231 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1925-1954 with sideplate action, extractors, and external hammers. Checkered walnut stock and forearm with horn forearm tip, Prince of Wales grip, and serrated wood buttplate carved in to the stock. Action is tastefully engraved with floral and acanthus scroll with matching engraving on breech. Barrels are marked with "W.W. GREENER MAKER. 29 PALL MALL. LONDON. S.W. WORKS ST. MARY'S SQUARE. BIRMINGHAM.". Left barrel has Improved Cylinder choke and right barrel has Cylinder choke. Stock has cast off for a right handed shooter. CONDITION: Excellent, benefitting from a complete professional restoration with greater than 95% of all added finishes remaining with scattered light handling marks. Stock and forearm show no major cracks or major signs of distress. Mechanically excellent. Barrels ring like chimes. Bores are bright and smooth. Would make for an attractive and pleasant shooter. Barrel Length: 27" Chamber: 2 - 1/2" Choke: (L) Improved Cylinder (R) Cylinder Drop at Comb: 1 - 5/8" Drop at Heel: 2 - 3/8" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 28 Bore Length of Pull: 14 - 1/2" Manufacturer: WW Greener Model: SXS Serial Number: 64983 Weight: 4lbs 15.4oz

(M) LUCIANO BOSIS DOUBLE RIFLE IN .470 NITRO EXPRESS, WITH CASE.

Lot #1373 (Sale Order 232 of 324)

Circa 2012. A dangerous game safari rifle made with blued steel nitro proofed 24” mono-bloc barrels. Barrels are nicely furnished with ejectors, filed quarter rib with standing and folding sights, raised bladed front sight and eye for sling loop. Standing rear sight regulated for 100 yards, folding rear sights regulated for 100 and 150 yards. Rib reads “470 NE” in gold and left barrel reads “LUCIANO BOSIS BRESCIA-ITALY”. Both barrels with gold bands at breech. Barrel flats marked “470NE”, “604”, “MADE IN ITALY”, ”CI” and with Italian proofs. Bottom rib with importers stamp “WOODCOCK HILL BENTON PA”. Scalloped and reinforced (bolstered) boxlock action is coin finished with border engraving and is engraved “LUCIANO BOSIS” on left and “BRESCIA ITALY” on right. Bottom action is engraved with cape buffalo standing in tall grass. Engraving is nicely executed by Parravicini Inc. as signed ahead of trigger guard on right. Action is designated with set disk strikers and double triggers, front hinged. Top lever is pierced and with an ornamental grotesque at thumb. Slide safe is checkered. “SAFE” is in gold. Action flat reads “L BOSIS”, “604” and with proofs. Shiny trigger guard with border scroll extends to a full length bottom strap with border scroll and engraved with serial number. European walnut action with nice and strong figure has been built with pistol hand grip that has a coin finished skeleton cap at base. Stock with beaded cheek piece, eye for sling loop, golden vacant oval and finished with a black pad. Matching beavertail forend with checkered Anson style release and gold “LUCIANO BRESCIA BOSIS” crest. Exterior iron metal is engraved with border scroll. Interior with “604”. Rifle resides in brown leathered / brass cornered case with “LUCIANO BOSIS“ trade label, brass cleaning rod, snap caps, oil bottle, striker pot with spare firing pins / springs, cleaning accessories and keys for case. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels retain mostly all of their original blue and rifling is sharp. Action, triggers and ejectors operate well to test. Stock and forend are very good with very light handling marks. Case is very good with some storage indication. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .470 NE Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/2" FFL Status: Modern Length of Pull: 14 - 5/8" Manufacturer: Luciano Bosis Model: Double Rifle Serial Number: 604 Weight: 10 lbs 2 oz

(C) J.P. SAUER 10.75X68 DOUBLE RIFLE, RETAILED BY VOELKER, BUENOS AIRES, AND ENGRAVED WITH SAFARI SC

Lot #1374 (Sale Order 233 of 324)

Chopper lump barrels with a bead front sight on finely matted solid rib, equipped with claw mounts and a 4 leaf rear sight, 3 folding leaves for 100, 200, and 300 meters, and a ladder sight with sliding elevator adjustable from 400 to 1000 meters. J.P. Sauer information on tubes, with a central area in rib between claw mounts with Voelker's information. Muzzles are engraved in a double chip pattern, while breeches have elaborate triangles of acanthus scroll around steel designations, approximately 1 - 1/4". Doll's head rib extension with slot for a Greener crossbolt. Ejectors, with interesting inset blades, presumably to throw spent brass to the left and right. Barrel flats with German U proof, 10.5mm bore diameter, and Suhl man with spear; evidence of other proofs that are now obfuscated. Underside of tubes with Crown G proof and serial number. Splinter forearm with slightly schnabeled tip with horn insert, Deely latch release, and checkered in point pattern. Exterior iron engraved with fine scroll, interior with partially matching "802", and an indiscernible stamp in wood. Barrel flats with serial number, Crown U and eagle proofs, and an encircled "WB". Gas vent strikers, Greener crossbolt, cocking indicators, Greener side safety, and engraved with nearly complete coverage of fine scroll mixed with oak leaves, accented by safari scenes of a male and female lion on either side, and a nicely detailed scene of a tiger and elephant facing off, the elephant readying to stomp the dodging tiger, while the rest of the herd watches. Double triggers, both set, protected by a flat bottom trigger guard with gold initials "JSA". Nicely grained walnut stock checkered in point pattern about the wrist and fit with a steel pistol grip cap engraved en suite, beaded cheekpiece, vacant oval on toe line, and horn buttplate. Housed in a brass tabbed leather wrapped case with "M.A.B." engraved on brass rectangle on lid, and containing a pair of glass James Dixon oil bottles, both full, brushes, three-piece cleaning rod with removable head, and a Carp Zeiss Jena optic in an unusual periscope configuration with German No. 1 reticle on corresponding claw mounts. CONDITION: Very good. Barrels have the vast majority of their bluing with some handling marks and a few spots of mossing, thinning at the J.P. Sauer information. Underside of rib with screws, probably for a sling base.Forearm very good with some handling marks, but free of cracks or chips, some oil staining on iron. Action is very good with crisp engraving, and the vast majority of original case colors, better retained towards rear, with silvering at sharp edges and fading towards carry point. Stock excellent with some minor handling marks and indentations, but free of cracks or chip; buttplate with some losses at toe. Mechancially fine, bores are very good with some soft frosting throughout, glass is clear, reticle a little chipped. Case is very good with some rubs and age related distress. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 24 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: 10.75x68 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: J.P. Sauer Model: Double Rifle Serial Number: 132802

ADDENDUM: The initials on the case lid and trigger guard are not matching.

(M) LEBEAU COURALLY .470 NITRO EXPRESS SIDE BY SIDE DOUBLE RIFLE WITH ENGRAVING BY MAISSIN, WINNER O

Lot #1375 (Sale Order 234 of 324)

Circa 2001. A nice dangerous game hunting rifle with 25 – 1/4” chopper lump blacked steel barrels. Barrels are appointed with ejectors, third fastener, side clips, spear point raised quarter rib, and ramped bladed front sight. Raised spearpoint quarter rib is machine filed and has been built with 1 standing and 2 folding leaf sights. All leaves with gold line markers and sights are designated at 50, 100 and 150 yards. Rib reads “470 N.E.” in gold. Front sight is machined filed and scroll engraved on ramp. Right barrel reads “AUG. LEBEAU-COURALLY A LIEGE – BELGIUM”. Left barrel reads “MADE FOR W.L. MOORE & Co SCOTTSDALE AZ”. Barrel flats marked “AUG. LEBEAU”, “FABI A LIEGE”. Bottom of barrels marked ".470 NITRO EXPRESS", "2700 BAR", and with proofs. Bottom rib with “45458” and loop for sling. Reinforced and case colored sidelock action with hidden third fastener, set disk strikers, side clips is also designated with gold-washed lifting bars and golden cocking indicators. The action is elegantly engraved with scrolls and floral bouquets. Bolsters engraved with leaf petals. Engraving orchestrated by “S. MASSIN” (signed alongside triggers). Double triggers are fire blued, and front trigger is articulated. The double rolled edged trigger guard is case color hardened with matched engraving and extends to a full length bottom strap. Top lever and slide safe are case hardened with matched engraving and checkered. “SAFE” is in gold. The nicely figured walnut stock with oil finish has been built with drop points, finely checkered pistol hand grip with grip cap. Grip cap is case hardened and engraved. Stock with beaded check piece, tapped for sling loop and finished by a black leather covered pad. Finely checkered splinter forend with Anson styled push button release, gold crest (near tip) and iron metal is case colored and engraved. Rifle resides in a brown leather “AUG. LEBEAU-COURALLY” motor case. Case with target and paperwork. Paperwork stating “BEST IN SHOW Gold Medal Concour d’Elegance of Fine Guns”. Rifle also comes with sling. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels retain all of their original black and rifling is sharp. Action, triggers and ejectors operate well to test. Stock and forend are very good with very slight handling indication. Case is good with some storage marks. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 25 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .470 NE Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/4" FFL Status: Modern Length of Pull: 14 - 1/2" Manufacturer: Lebeau Courally Model: Double Rifle Serial Number: 45458 Weight: 10 lbs 9 oz

(M) PERUGINI & VISINI OVER UNDER DOUBLE RIFLE IN .416 REMINGTON, GAME SCENE ENGRAVING BY TOMASONI.

Lot #1376 (Sale Order 235 of 324)

Circa 2015. A very nice Italian made over under big game double rifle. Blacked monobloc 26” barrels with ejectors. Top barrel with a finely filed spearpoint rib that has been built with one standing and one folding rear sight. Standing sight regulated for 50 yards and with gold line. Folding sight is regulated for 75 yards and with gold line. Rifle is fit with a Swarovski Z5i 2.4 -12x50 scope on EAW claw mount system. Rifles top barrel is fit with an island ramped bladed front sight. Bottom barrel fit with eye for sling loop. Barrel flat reads “P & V”, ”2988”, Italian proofs and “CAT 14305”. Bottom barrel stamped “CAL .416REM”. Coin finished boxlock action with light border scrolls and reads "PERUGINI & VISINI" on both exterior action walls. Action bottom is handsomely engraved with standing elephant in field. Action is built with double triggers, blacked checkered top lever, and blacked checkered slide safe. “S” is engraved. The light reddish brown nicely figured walnut stock with pistol hand grip is finely checkered and fit with cheek piece, eye for sling loop, and finished by a black rubber recoil pad. Finely and sharp checkered Schanble styled forend with blacked engraved Deeley styled latch release. Gun lives in the maker’s tan single leather case made by Nizzoli. The maker’s black leather and gold gilded label is attached to the interior lid. Copies of 2 targets are inside the case. The rifle is fit with a Vero Vellini brand sling. CODNITION: Barrels retain most of their original blue with minor rub marks from forend. Bores are bright and shiny with good rifling. Buttstock and forend with handling/storage marks. Case is very good with some handling/storage marks. Accessories: Case, Optic Box Barrel Length: 25 - 5/8" Caliber/Bore: .416 Remington Drop at Heel: 1" FFL Status: Modern Length of Pull: 14 - 3/16" Manufacturer: P&V Model: Double Rifle Serial Number: 2988 Weight: 12lbs w/ Mounts & scope

(C) HOLLAND & HOLLAND ROYAL HAMMERLESS EJECTOR DOUBLE RIFLE CHAMBERED IN .375

Lot #1377 (Sale Order 236 of 324)

Circa 1901. A vintage British dangerous game rifle made by the famous maker. Blued chopper lump 26” barrels with ejectors, third fastener, sling swivel, spear point top rib, and raised stippled bladed front sight with flip up low light sight. Spear point rib with 1 standing rear sight fixed for 100 yards and 2 folding sights for 200 and 300 yards. Rib is also filed and stippled at point. Right barrel reads “HOLLAND & HOLLAND 98 NEW BOND STREET LONDON.”. Left barrel reads “WINNERS OF ALL THE “FIELD” RIFLE TRIALS. LONDON.”. Barrel flats are stamped "270GRS BULLET MAX, .375, 40GRS CORDITE", and with proof marking stamps. Side lock case colored action with disk set strikers, gold line cocking indicators, double triggers (front checkered), hidden 3rd fastener, engraved and checkered top lever, nitre blued engraved and checkered safe slide, “SAFE” in gold and bolted safe. Rifle is built with auto-safe. Case colored action is engraved with bold floral scroll and reads “HOLLAND & HOLLAND” at bar. Bottom action reads “ROYAL HAMMERLESS EJECTOR”. Blacked engraved trigger guard extends to a full-length bottom strap with the rifle's serial number. The reddish brown walnut stock with smoky and straight grain has drop points and is also furnished with a long case colored top strap, slender checkered pistol hand grip, case colored grip cap with door, engraved "TZC" gold oval, sling swivel, and finished by a horn serrated butt plate. Long splinter forend with checkered Anson style push release and matched checkering has engraved and case hardened escutcheon, pin screw and iron metal. Interior iron metal is case hardened and with the rifle's serial number stamped. CONDITION: Excellent as restored. Barrels are excellent and rifling is sharp. Action, triggers and ejectors operate well. Stock and forend are excellent with very light handling marks. Barrel Length: 26" Caliber/Bore: .375 Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/4" Length of Pull: 14 - 1/4" Manufacturer: Holland & Holland Model: Double Rifle Serial Number: 17793 Weight: 9 lbs 2 oz

(C) ENGRAVED DANIEL FRASER & CO. DOUBLE RIFLE IN .375 MAGNUM

Lot #1378 (Sale Order 237 of 324)

Circa 2001. A nicely made rimless Scottish boxlock dangerous game rifle with 24 – 1/2” blued steel chopper lump barrels. Barrels are fit with ejectors, spearpoint top rib, and raised bladed front sight. Spearpoint rib with 1 standing and 2 folding rear sights. Rib fit with swing mount scope system. Right barrel reads “DAN’L FRASER 21 FREDERICK STREET EDINBURGH”. Barrel flats with ".375 MAG", "NP", "LP99", and "4810BAR". Case hardened scalloped boxlock action is built with third fastener, disk set strikers, and double triggers, first trigger hinged. Top lever is also case hardened, engraved, and checkered. Safe slide is checkered and engraved, “SAFE” is in gold. Rifle is built with auto-safe. Action is engraved with scrolls, bottom of action reads “DAN’L FRASER”. Case colored trigger guard is engraved with floral scroll and extends down through a full length bottom tang and engraved with serial number. Smoky walnut stock is furnished with drop points, checkered pistol grip, case color hardened grip cap with door, cheekpiece, gold oval, and finished by an orange rubber butt pad. Splinter forend with matched checkering, Anson style release and interior metal is case hardened. Accompanied by correct engraved scope rings. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels retain mostly all of their original blue. Rifling is sharp. Action is sound. Triggers and ejectors work well with snap caps. Stock and forend both excellent with light handling marks. Accessories: Rings Barrel Length: 23" Caliber/Bore: .375 Magnum Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/2" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Length of Pull: 14 - 1/8" Manufacturer: Daniel Fraser Model: Double Rifle Serial Number: 6123 Weight: 10 lbs (w/o scope) 11 lbs 6 oz (w/ scope)

(M) KRIEGHOFF PRIMUS .30-06 SPRINGFIELD OVER/UNDER DOUBLE RIFLE.

Lot #1379 (Sale Order 238 of 324)

Over/under barrels with wide rib are marked for Super-Chromovan construction and German nitro proofs, while chamber flat is dated coded HK for 1978, and also marked for German nitro proofing at Ulm, Krieghoff manufacture and .30-06 caliber designation. Blade front sight on a raised island with matted ramp, flat top U notch rear sight dovetailed into a quarter length rib with matting en suite, and made with integral claw mount attachment mounts, currently fit with a Zeiss Diavari-Z 3-12x56 FFP scope with duplex reticle. Scope mounts and bolsters are engraved with classic German oak leaves on a stippled ground. Round nose forearm with skipline point pattern checkering with central Deely release, and engraved oak leaves at exterior iron, marked "379" on interior. Sideplated boxlock action with deep chisel cut engraving with oak leaves throughout,and game scene vignettes depicting elk, both cows and a bugling bull, right with a pair of dogs chasing down a boar and sow, bottom with a grizzly bear. Engraving is deeply and well cut, signed "GR" on left plate. Action wings with serial number, German nitro proof, and Simpson import mark. Gold washed small parts on interior of action. Double Kersten locks, non-automatic safety, cocking indicators abutting lever, gold washed double triggers, front set, protected by a short tang horn trigger guard. Bavarian dropped walnut pistol grip stock of a fairly restrained straight grain with 2 panels of skipline checkering at the wrist, a pancake cheekpiece, steel pistol grip cap with "WS" initials relief carved, and a 4-bullet trap with oak leaf engraving. Stock terminates in a black and white line spacer and Pachmayr basketweave recoil pad. Sling swivels on a sweated-on island on bottom barrel and on toeline. CONDITION: Very good, with virtually all of the reapplied blue finish retained on the barrel, with some minor handling marks. Action with the vast majority of the coin finish throughout, with some silvering to high points and tarnishing in recesses and crisp, well cut engraving. Stocks are very good with a somewhat dry appearance and some handling marks from the field, but free of cracks or chips. Mechanically fine, bores are very good with strong rifling and mild frosting. Glass is clear and throws cleanly. Barrel Length: 25" Caliber/Bore: (BOTH) .30-06 Springfield Drop at Heel: Approx. 1 - 7/8" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Length of Pull: 14 - 1/4" Manufacturer: Krieghoff Model: Primus Serial Number: 76379 Weight: 10 lbs 13 oz with scope

(C) KARL KORMES BOXLOCK VIERLING COMBINATION GUN CHAMBERED IN 16/16/22/8 X 57

Lot #1380 (Sale Order 239 of 324)

Circa 1952. A very nice game gun with 26” blued "Special Laufstaul" steel barrels. Barrels are nicely fit with ejectors, 2 - 3/4” chambers, a tapered, matted, machined solid top rib, solid side ribs, and a brass bead front sight. The barrels are choked Improved Modified in top barrel and Modified in under barrel. Right side of the barrel near the breech is engraved “GERMANY” while the left side is engraved “GEBRUDER MERKEL SUHL”. Bottom barrel marked “34298”, “20”, “SPECIAL LAUFSTAUL”, “Weichlot”. Barrel lumps stamped with Suhl proof house nitro-proof marks dating from January, 1952. Barrels are fit with a 3-piece forend. Locks with handsome game scenes dogs, birds, and fox in woodland scenes on stippled ground with supporting oak leaves on action body, forend iron, latch and trigger guard. Bottom of the action body has in a banner “GEBRUDER MERKEL SUHL”. The bolstered sidelock action is fit with double Kersten fasteners, cocking indicators, and double triggers with front articulated. Top lever is also engraved with oak leaves and checkered, slide safe is checkered. Gun is auto-safe. The top of the action body’s right wall is stamped proof marks while the left is stamped “34298”. Rich reddish, brown stock is carved with oak leaves at rear of the locks and built with fine checkered straight hand grip, silver oval and finished by a leather-covered pad. Double triggers are protected by blued and oak leaf engraved trigger guard which extends to a long, blued, oak leaf and scroll engraved bottom strap. Internal iron metal is engraved “34298” and has Merkel’s crested logo. Gun comes in wooden case which as a pair of dummy rounds inside. CONDITION: Very Good. Barrels with most all blue. Bores are very good. Action and triggers are sound with snap caps. Stock is very good. Forend is very good. Case very good. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 25 - 1/2" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .029 (R) .026 Caliber/Bore: 16 x 16 x .22 x 8x57 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) .037 (R) .042 Drop At Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/2" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Internal Bore Diameter: (L) .674 (R) .675 Length of Pull: 14 - 1/16" Manufacturer: Karl Kormes Model: Vierling Serial Number: 19183 Weight: 7 lbs 9 oz / 8 lbs 5 oz (w/ Scope)

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Circa 1938. Blued Krupp-Laufstahl steel barrels measure 25-1/2” and are built with extractors. Barrel with a beaded blade front and flip up rear sights as well as German claw mounts for the included Zeiss Zielvier scope on the solid matted rib which is marked "KARL KORMES, LEIPZIG", 2 – 3/4” chambers and choke constrictions of .036/.032 inches (full/full). Barrel also with a small center chamber for .22 caliber cartridge. Bottom barrel also fit with sling loop.The scalloped bright aluminum, sideclipped boxlock action with steel reinforcements featuring light floral scroll engraving, blacked double triggers, Greener safety, and tang mounted selector switch. The top lever displays a fine gold inlaid "K". Action also built with set disk strikers and cocking indicators. Top of action wall marked with “19183’ for guns serial number. Lightly figured, multi-point checkered walnut forend with Deeley style latch and pistol grip stock with horn grip cap, cheekpiece, blued cartridge trap door, loop forsling and hard rubber buttplate. Gun is cased with in an older WINCHESTER canvas and leather case. CONDITION: Very good. Barrels with mostly all of their color and with a small divet on right and some handling / use indication. Action and triggers are very good. Stock and forend very good with light handling marks. Case is very good with some storage / use indication.

(M) DAKOTA FIREARMS 76 BOLT ACTION RIFLE IN .300 WIN MAG WITH SCHMIDT & BENDER GLASS.

Lot #1381 (Sale Order 240 of 324)

Blade front sight with brass bead dovetailed into an island sweated onto barrel with smooth ramp. Ring with stud sweated onto barrel haead of forearm. Express style rear sight with single unmarked standing leaf dovetailed into sweated on base. Marked on left side of shank "300 WIN MAG". Action with serial number "DaKoTa 76" opposite ejection port, and fit with scope mounts, currently mounted with a Schmidt & Bender 1.5-6x FFP scope with German No. 4 reticle. Stock is a wonderfully fiddled and wave-grained walnut with contrasting forearm tip and checkered about the forearm in a point pattern, and about the wrist of the pistol grip with point-and-wave pattern. Pistol grip cap with stylized golden "DA". Beaded cheekpiece, sling stud at toe line, and Decelerator soft rubber recoil pad. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining virtually all of the factory finishes throughout with some scattered handling marks, most noticeable on stock. Mechanically fine, bore excellent with bright, strong rifling. Glass is clear and throws smoothly. Barrel Length: 23 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .300 Win Mag FFL Status: Modern Length of Pull: 13 - 5/8" Manufacturer: Dakota Arms Model: 76 Serial Number: 0179 Weight: 9 lbs 10.5oz

(M) BLASER R8 BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH .375 H&H AND .458 LOTT BARRELS, OPTICS, CASE.

Lot #1382 (Sale Order 241 of 324)

The Blaser R8 was designed to be a modular system and can be chambered in a number of cartridges and barrel lengths. Both barrels are in identical confirmation with bead front sight on a sweated-on base with smooth ramp, sling stud on sweated-on ring, express rear sight with white line horizontally dovetailed into a sweated-on base. Left side of chambers with Blaser information, caliber designation, Ulm nitro proofs for 2012 (.458 Lott) and 2013 (.375 H&H). Housed in a pebbled green ABS case compartmentalized for both barrels, a Blaser RD20 red dot sight with 2 MOA dot on Blaser QD mounts, Swarovski Z8i 1.7-13.3x42mm scope on with illuminated reticle, also on Blaser QD mounts, extra Swavoski turret cap, Blaser bolt with tang mounted safety, 3 magazine inserts, and French Grey receiver with received depicting a pair of elk on the left in a forest scene, with a bugling bull and a cow, right with a pair of roe deer, one buck and one doe. Wings with serial number and importer information for Blaser USA. Stock of a nicely crotch figured walnut with contrasting forearm tip with sling stud, point pattern checkering on either side of forearm, pistol grip with contrasting cap, checkered in 2 panels about the wrist, sling stud on toe line, and with a double fluted comb, terminating in a Blaser soft recoil pad. Case has allen key and manual. CONDITION: Excellent, showing very little evidence of use. Virtually all of the factory finishes are retained throughout, with some scattered handling marks. Glass is clear across both pieces, with functional illumination. Barrels are excellent with bright, sharp rifling. While there is no trigger assembly, they are fairly easy to source. An excellent setup. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: (BOTH) 22 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: (A) .458 Lott (B) .375 H&H FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Blaser Model: R8 Serial Number: BL0270

(M) RIGBY BIG GAME BOLT ACTION IN .416 RIGBY WITH SWAROVSKI GLASS.

Lot #1383 (Sale Order 242 of 324)

Brass bead front sight with removable sight hood on thin sleeved on base, quarter rib brass line express rear sight with one standing leaf (unmarked, for 65 yards) and two folding leaves for 150 and 250 yards. Area behind rear sight with "RIGBY'S SPECIAL .416 BORE FOR BIG GAME". Barrel signed "John Rigby and Co. 13 - 19 Pensbury Place, London, SW8" with appropriate British nitro proofing on right side of shank, and sling swivel on sleeved-on base. Engraved reinforcement bolt with acanthus on a stippled ground. Double square bridge action set up for swing-off scope mounts, currently mounted with a Swarovski Z8i 1.7-13.3x42mm scope with illuminated duplex reticle that has center dot and an illuminated circle. 3 position flag safety. Bottom of action with well executed floral scrollwork on a stippled ground, with a negative space Rigby logo in the center, ".416 RIGBY" in a ribbon at bottom, and extending onto trigger guard, which has serial number inlaid in gold. Pistol grip cap engraved en suite, with trap and Rigby logo gold inlaid, sling swivel along toe line. Nicely figured and densely fiddlebacked Turkish walnut stock, ending in a black line spacer with orange recoil pad. In Rigby branded factory hard case with a Rigby sling and appropriate paperwork, including manual and test target showing 65 yard iron sights for 400 grain Hornady. CONDITION: Excellent, NOS or equivalent, showing just a couple minor marks from handling and operation, mostly from shop wear. Checkering is sharp. Action works appropriately when cycled by hand, bore is excellent with crisp rifling. Bolt face is excellent; it is distinctly possible that this rifle is test fired only. Glass is clear and throws smoothly. Replacement value on a rifle of this quality from Rigby today would be in the $15,000 range, before counting glass. Accessories: Factory hard case Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .416 Rigby FFL Status: Modern Length of Pull: 14 - 1/2" Manufacturer: Rigby Model: Big Game Serial Number: 10618

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(M) JOHN RIGBY AND MAUSER COLLABORATION "BIG GAME" RIFLE IN .375 H&H MAGNUM WITH SWAROVSKI GLASS, CA

Lot #1384 (Sale Order 243 of 324)

Brass bead front sight with removable sight hood on thin sleeved on base, quarter rib brass line express rear sight with one standing leaf (unmarked, for 65 yards) and two folding leaves for 150 and 250 yards. Area behind rear sight with "CALIBER .375 H&H FOR BIG GAME". Barrel signed "John Rigby and Co. 13 - 19 Pensbury Place, London, SW8" with appropriate British nitro proofing on right side of shank, and sling swivel on sleeved on base. Case colored reinforcement bolt. Set up for swing-off scope mounts, currently mounted with a Swarovski Z8i 1.7-13.3x42mm scope with illuminated duplex reticle that has center dot and an illuminated circle. 3 position flag safety. Case colored pistol grip case with trap and Rigby logo gold inlaid, sling swivel along toe line. Mounted with a Rigby branded leather sling to sling swivels. Nicely figured and lightly fiddlebacked Turkish walnut stock, ending in a black line spacer with orange recoil pad. In Rigby cardboard cover and case with appropriate paperwork, including manual and test target showing 65 yard iron sights for 300 grain Hornady. CONDITION: Excellent, showing just a couple minor marks from handling and operation, mostly from shop wear. Barrel and receiver retain virtually all of their black with a few very minor marks. Extractor fire bluing has a little silvering on high edge, likely from action being cycled. Wood is very good, again with a few very minor marks from handling. Checkering is sharp. Action works appropriately when cycled by hand, bore is excellent with crisp rifling. Bolt face is excellent; it is distinctly possible that this rifle is test fired only. Glass is clear and throws smoothly. Comes in a black Rigby branded case. Replacement value on a rifle of this quality from Rigby today would be in the $15,000 range, before counting glass. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .375 H&H FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Mauser (John Rigby) Model: Big Game Serial Number: 10716

(C) CASED DANIEL FRASER TAKEDOWN VELOX .303 BOLT ACTION RIFLE OF 4TH EARL CAIRNS.

Lot #1385 (Sale Order 244 of 324)

A very clever little rifle, utilizing a threaded barrel that screws into the action where a simple thumb screw retains the barrel, and shotgun latch forearm on a loop to make a rifle that is capable of being broken down or assembled quite quickly. Bead front sight on sweated on island with flip-up moon sight, slotted on sides for a sight hood. Sling eye loop on base sweated to underside of barrel. Three leaf rear sight with one standing leaf with ivory express regulated for 100 yards, two folding leaves with matting and platinum lines, regulated for 200 and 300 yards. Shank with British view and proof marks, top of the barrel engraved "Dan'l Fraser & Co / Gun & Rifle Manufacturers / 4 Leith St. Terrace Edinburgh" ahead of rear sight. Action engraved with Celtic knotwork at borders with vignettes of intricate acanthus scrollwork, rear ring engraved "FITTED WITH / FRASER'S PATENT / TRIGGER ACTION". Parker Hale bolt-mounted diopter sight. Forearm with distinct scalloped lip, and checkered in point pattern about the Deely latch release, with is engraved with knotwork and scroll en suite. Bottom metal engraved en sutite. Nicely figured and fiddled walnut stock with a sharply angled pistol grip, checkered in point pattern about the wrist, with a beaded cheekpiece and checkered horn buttplate. In an interesting brass tabbed and leather wrapped case with "EARL CAIRNS" embossed on leather on the slip, and a gilt "THE RIGHT HNBLE EARL CAIRNS" on case lid. Inside lid has a very interesting memo from The Earl Cairns, Fairleigh House, Bath, dated July 17th 1929, indicating that packed contents at the time were the rifle, cleaning rod & tackle, a sling, a pair of sights with locking nut & key, pair dummy cartridges, grip, duster, and screwdriver. Other labels include Daniel Fraser trade label, and insert for the .303 Velox, listing this rifle by serial number. Given the 1929 date, the appropriate Earl Cairns is Wilfred Cairns, the 4th Earl. He was a Rifle Brigade officer of 4th Battalion, and fought in the Second Boer War. He eventually purchased and restored Farleigh House in 1906, and died in 1946. Case accessories now comprise a dummy round, screwdriver, stripper clip, chamber casting, and case key. CONDITION: Very good, with good quality English period rebluing; barrel retains virtually all of the bluing with some minor handling marks, heavier on the underside, and thinning at muzzle. Action excellent with some thinning to high edges and some handling marks, top flat of bolt with an insert through a British proof, and a few very minor pits visible under the blue on left side of receiver. Stocks with some minor handling marks and impressions, one tight grain separation behind top tang with some abraded heads. Mechanically fine, takedown functions correctly, bore is very good with strong rifling and minor frosting. Case very good with some handling marks and age related distress throughout, Velox label with some heavier marks and peeling, particularly at lower right. Slip good with some handling marks and tear at canvas lining junction on rear. A very interesting rifle from a highly respected maker, with a connection to the peerage. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 26 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .303 Velox FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Daniel Fraser Model: Velox Serial Number: 2342

(C) WONDERFUL PRUSSIAN CHARLES DALY MAUSER SPORTING RIFLE IN .30-06.

Lot #1386 (Sale Order 245 of 324)

Beautiful early, pre-war Mauser action sporting rifle built for Charles Daly for the American market with desirable "CAL. 30/06 U.S. GOV't" chambering. Classic rust blued tapered 25" barrel marked on the top "CHARLES DALY ROCHLING ELEKTRIC STEEL" with German commercial proofs at the breech. Ramped gold bread front sight with 2-leaf express rear sight. Receiver is case hardened and very attractively engraved with fine scroll and a well executed bull moose on the receiver ring. Hinged floorplate likewise engraved with fine scroll and a pair of pointer dogs, the engraving extending onto the trigger guard with a pair of flying game birds. Stocked in finely checkered walnut with horn forend tip, capped pistol grip, cheek piece, toeline vanity plate engraved "RFK", and line engraved shotgun butt plate with trap door compartment. Sling swivels affixed to the underside of the barrel and butt. CONDITION: Very fine. Barrel retains nearly all of its original blue with some scattered marks. Receiver, bolt, and grip cap retain strong and attractive, rich case colors. Bottom metal and butt plate have largely faded to a soft gray patina with a few flashes of color in protected areas. Stock has some scattered impressions. Checkering remains razor sharp. Bore is fine and bright with strong, well defined rifling throughout. Fine mechanics. A truly outstanding Prussian rifle built for the American market, an exquisite addition to any sporting gun collection. Barrel Length: 25" Caliber/Bore: .30-06 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Charles Daly Model: Mauser Sporter Serial Number: 26408

(A) VERY FINE MARLIN BALLARD NO. 6 - 1/2 RIGBY MID-RANGE OFF HAND SINGLE SHOT RIFLE.

Lot #1387 (Sale Order 246 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1880 to 1882. Rifle features a blued Rigby pattern round barrel. Muzzle is tastefully engraved with a double line and vine band. Breech also embellished with arrow motif and "BALLARD" engraved in a flowing banner with light scroll and line work. Wind gauge globe front sight and mid-range Vernier rear sights. Richly case hardened action factory engraved with well executed running elk and bear vignettes flanked by punch dot shaded foliate scrolls and zig-zag borders. It is well known Ballard rifles were engraved by masters L.D. Nimschke and Conrad F. Ulrich Jr., this example likely in Ulrich's hand who engraved most of Marlin's production from 1881 to 1910. Horn tipped finely checkered walnut splinter forend. Checkered walnut pistol grip stock with cheekpiece and nickeled Swiss butt plate. Matching numbers observed throughout. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrel retains nearly all of its original blue with some mild freckling and other scattered marks. Receiver likewise exhibits rich, muted case colors. Underside of lever has largely faded to patterned gray patina. Stocks are very fine, some minor handling marks present. Horn tip has some moderate chipping. Butt plate also has some minor losses to nickel on the prongs, as well as clouding throughout. Excellent, bright and shiny bore. Sharp rifling throughout. Fine mechanics. A truly exceptional example of a scarce and desirable deluxe single shot. Barrel Length: 30" Caliber/Bore: .38-50 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Marlin Model: Ballard No. 6-1/2 Rigby Serial Number: 19179

(M) CSMC A-10 20 BORE OVER UNDER SHOTGUN WITH CASE.

Lot #1388 (Sale Order 247 of 324)

Monobloc barrels with vent rib machine cut with anti-glare matting and equipped with a red bead front sight. Barrel legends for model, 20 gauge, 2 - 3/4" chambers on left, and CSMC information on right; bottom barrel chamber with serial number matching to frame. Solid rib. Round nose game-style forearm of a highly fiddled walnut with point pattern checkering about a Deely style latch release. Case-colored detachable sidelock action laser engraved in near complete coverage a traditional English rose and scroll pattern, tightly executed. Fences with sprigs of engraving en suite. Single inertia-driven selective trigger with non-automatic safety. Gorgeous feather crotch walnut stock with Prince of Wales grip is checkered about the wrist in point-and-wave pattern, ending in a Galazan branded black leather recoil pad. Housed in a CSMC branded AmeriCase with trigger wrench, sidelock disassembly tool, assorted barrel weights, and additional chokes, including 2 Skeet chokes, 1 Full choke, 1 IC, 1 IM, 1 Mod; no tubes currently installed. CSMC slipcover with manual. CONDITION: Overall good, showing field use. Barrels with the vast majority of their bluing, with some light handling marks from the field and use, most notable approximately halfway down on right side, at chambers, and where forearm connects. Forearm is very good with some mars on right side, mostly towards nose, one noticeable towards rear. Locks are very good with strong vibrant case colors just starting to silver on edges; trigger largely silvered from use. Stock is good with handling marks throughout, some deeper pings, and a grain separation on left side of tang. Mechanically fine, bores are very good with some very minor frosting from use. Ejectors are soft but in time. Case and accessories are very good. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 30" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: Tubes Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 1 - 7/8" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 20 Bore Length of Pull: 14 - 3/8" Manufacturer: CSMC Model: A-10 Serial Number: A10-001144 Weight: 6 lbs 1 oz.

(C) CASED A.H. FOX XE GRADE 12 BORE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1389 (Sale Order 248 of 324)

Shipped on 10-27-1913 to A.G. Alfred Sporting Goods of Baltimore (this model was not catalogued until 1914). Matching serial numbers. Factory letter states: 13 3/4" LOP (now with pad is 14 1/4"). Krupp steel barrels, forearm with Deeley release. Single trigger with select knob. Beautiful shotgun features checkered Circassian walnut pistol grip stock with leather covered pad, splinter forearm with ebony inset, William Gough school X-grade hand chiseled leaf pattern engraving on frame with Ansley H. Fox vignette featuring two partridge. Base features a fox. Left side features a vignette with ducks. The barrel breech also features 1 - 5/8" of engraving. Base of stock has shield plaque. Stock checkering features three distinct panels. Ribbed barrels features twin brass bead sights. Comes with custom Huey oak and leather case, lined in blue with a Huey marked ebony handle chamber brush, two unmarked ebony handle turn screws, gold plated oil bottle and an ebony cleaning rod. Case has an outer canvas cover as well. Case has a Fox trade label inside lid. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels retain 95% blue with mirror bright bores and auto ejectors. Fame engraving is crisp but visible case color only in protected areas. Wood is superb with note to some freshening to the checkering and finish. Gun is tight. Case is excellent. Accessories: Case, Accessories Barrel Length: 30" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) Imp (R) Cylinder Drop at Comb: 1 - 5/8" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/2" Gauge: 12 Bore Length of Pull: 14 - 1/4 over pad Manufacturer: A. H. Fox Model: XE Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 19463

(M) BROWNING C GRADE EXHIBITION 20 GAUGE OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN ENGRAVED BY BAERTEN, WITH CASE.

Lot #1390 (Sale Order 249 of 324)

According to the factory letter this shotgun was sold in 1974, with 28" barrels choked full and full. Presently, barrels are marked for Modified and Full. Barrels are fitted with narrow, matted, ventilated rib; Browning name, Utah and Montreal addresses, and "Made in Belgium" are hand engraved on left side of top barrel. Right side is engraved "Browning Patents 20 Ga Shells 3" Special Steel". Coin-finished small-sized action has nicely filed fences; bottom is nicely rounded in superlight style. Action is fitted with checkered single selective trigger. Action is engraved with large format flowing acanthus scroll over a background of tightly executed diminutive English scroll. In "The Browning Superposed", New Schwing illustrates another gun with this pattern of engraving and indicates that, according to factory records this particular pattern was used on only 8 guns. The engraver's signature "C Baerten" (Claude) is at bottom right of left side of receiver. Trigger guard engraved en suite. Long tang, square knob buttstock of flame crotch figured Claro walnut measures 14 - 3/8" over skip line checkered wood butt with inset scale retained by a pair of floral engraved screws. Modified point pattern checkering wraps over top of grip. Superlight style schnabeled forend is of crotch-figured walnut and matches fairly well. Tan Hartman case is lined in faux fur, and contains Browning guarantee for this gun, and a key. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining virtually all of the factory finishes, and appears unfired since proof. Some minor silvering along barrels from sliding forearm. and a few minor handling marks to wood, most offensive on left side of pistol grip. Engraving is crisp and well cut. Mechanically excellent. Case is excellent. A superb, rare, small bore superposed. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 28" Barrel Wall Thickness: (O) .033 (U) .037 Chamber: 3" Choke: (O) .029 (Full) (U) .020 (Modified) Drop at Comb: 1 - 7/16" Drop at Heel: 2" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 20 Internal Bore Diameter: (O) .620 (U) .621 Length of Pull: 14 - 3/8" Manufacturer: Browning Model: Superposed Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: C36 Weight: 6 lbs 3 oz

(C) BELGIAN BROWNING 28 BORE SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN.

Lot #1391 (Sale Order 250 of 324)

Circa 1965 per serial number. 28" barrels with vent rib and bright pink fibre optic front sight and bead mid sight. Browning sliding forearm with visible proofs for a 28 gauge, 2 - 3/4" chamber (70mm), and "**S" choke codes for Skeet in both barrels. Classic Grade I engraved boxlock action, single gold washed inertia driven trigger with a long tang round knob pistol grip configuration, non-automatic safety with "S" engraved ahead of slide, "O" and "U" on either side for selector position. Densely grained Monte Carlo stock with sidepanels, checkered in 2 panels of wave pattern about the wrist, and finished by a Pachmayr brown pad. CONDITION: Barrels with the vast majority of the factory bluing with some handling marks throughout, including some silvering where forearm reciprocates, and some fine oxidation on bottom barrel, approximately 1 - 1/4" long. Action with the vast majority of the factory bluing, silvering to high edges and at carry point, with some superficial handling marks throughout. Wood is very good with some handling marks, somewhat heavier on stock. Mechanically fine, bore is excellent with some minor firing residue. Ejectors are strong and in time. Barrel Length: 28" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (O) Skeet (U) Skeet Drop at Comb: 1 - 5/8"- Drop at Heel: 1- 7/8" at rear of Monte Carlo, 2 - 1/2" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 28 Gauge Length of Pull: 13 - 3/8" Manufacturer: Browning Model: Superposed Serial Number: 972F5 Weight: 6 lbs 8 oz

(C) PARKER BROTHERS CHE SIDE BY SIDE 16 BORE SHOTGUN OF L.L. BEAN.

Lot #1392 (Sale Order 251 of 324)

Originally made by Parker Gun Company in 1933. Gun is once reported to have been the property of Leon Leonwood Bean of Freeport, Maine, founder of the L.L. Bean retail company. This fine shotgun features 26" blued Acme fluid steel barrels with "Acme Steel" rib roll die mark on Parker addressed matted rib, blued Parker Overload marked barrel flats, ejectors, and twin bead sight (mid replaced) with border breech engraving. Barrels are choked Improved Modified and Improved Cylinder, chambers measure 2 - 9/16". Case hardened finished No. 1 frame boxlock action with standard CHE grade full coverage floral engraving with pointing dogs on sides, flying duck on bottom, non-automatic safety, and factory Parker single selective trigger with blued floral engraved trigger guard with serial number. Border checkered walnut pistol grip stock with checkered side panels, carved panel border diamond tails in CH Grade style, period Hawkins rubber recoil pad, Parker logo pistol grip cap, and matching checkered splinter forearm with latch release. Stock has silver oval vanity plaque with "L.L.B." marking. Comes with Parker factory letter confirming all options but recoil pad. PROVENANCE: This fine gun comes with letter from well-known dealer Herschel Chadick, stating that this gun was purchased from the man in Maine who purchased it directly from L.L. Bean. CONDITION: Overall 95% original factory barrel finish with insignificant handling marks, but 2 noticeable marks: one near breech on right side and other near muzzle on the same. Muzzle has discoloration from a case or hand. 20% fading case colors with sharp markings and receiver starting to silver. Good wood with 90% lightly cleaned finish, small handling marks, and sharp checkering. Stock possibly cut in period for addition of pad (original letter states 14 - 1/4" pull, it's now 14"). Good mechanics with tight lock up and lever way to the right with fantastic screws. Mirror bores. A very eye-catching shotgun with great story. Barrel Length: 26" Chamber: 2 - 9/16" Choke: Improved Modified and Improved Cylinder Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/4" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/2" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 16 Bore Length of Pull: 14" Manufacturer: Parker Brothers Model: CHE Paperwork: Factory Letter, Provenance Serial Number: 236202 Weight: 6 lbs 6 oz

(C) AN OUTSTANDING, EXTREMELY SCARCE PARKER BROTHERS AAHE 28 BORE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN WITH 26" BARR

Lot #1393 (Sale Order 252 of 324)

The Parker AAHEs were Grade 7 guns, below only the A1 Specials and the legendary Invincibles. They were one of the finest guns Parker offered, and built with some of the finest materials to top specifications. This example, built circa 1920 per serial number, with scarce 26" barrels, fit with a tapering, narrowing, concave game rib, fit with a mushroom bead foresight, machine matted, with a central vignette reading "PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CT. U.S.A. WHITWORTH STEEL", flanked by arrows on both sides, and fit with a square rib extension, engraved with diminutive acanthus scroll. Tops of chambers with 2 - 1/2" pyramids of nicely executed intertwining acanthus scroll with a striated background, with bands of scroll and the beads, and beaded at the muzzle. Barrel flats with 00 frame and 28 gauge designations on lump, and additionally marked with "JG" in a circle, "SKEET IN" and "SKEET OUT" "W E 3", "E" with a strike out, "319" "W" "2" and another, faded proof. Splinter forearm with near complete coverage of nicely executed modified point pattern, with a reinforced tip and Deely latch release, engraved with further floral and geometric patterns throughout. Interior is engine turned, and marked "191767" and "PATD. MAY 7. 1901". Boxlock action is engraved with nearly complete coverage of interweaving florals on a striated ground en suite with barrels, with mixed bead and scrollwork strap borders, with hand engraved "PARKER BROS" on each side, underneath the fences, which are nicely filed; the only unengraved areas are the fences and the beveled areas behind the hinge pin. Underside with more detailed bouquets of floras with accenting scroll. Action flats with lightening cuts, stamped with "7", serial number, August patent date, and "PARKER BROS". Automatic safety, with "SAFE" engraved ahead of slide. Double triggers are protected by a trigger guard with floral and scroll engraving en suite. Nicely figured walnut stock with sidepanels backed by fleur-de-lis tear drops, and checkered in the AAHE fluer-de-lis pattern about the wrist, with pistol grip capped by a vacant gold plate on a horn pedestal, with light borderwork. Skeleton buttplate enclosing a checkered butt with scroll engraving en suite. CONDITION: Action retains traces of color case hardening in protected areas. Barrels retain 90+% of original blue with high edge wear. Stocks show period correct wear, with multiple light bruises and scratches. Truly an honest example of a well cared for and extremely scarce Parker. Barrel Length: 26" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .026 (R) .028 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) .008 (R) .009 Drop at Comb: 1 - 5/8"- Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/2"- FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 28 Bore Internal Bore Diameter: (L) .552 (R) .552 Length of Pull: 13 - 1/2" Manufacturer: Parker Brothers Model: AAHE Serial Number: 191767 Weight: 5 lbs 7 oz

(C) PARKER AHE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN WITH CASE AND FACTORY LETTER.

Lot #1394 (Sale Order 253 of 324)

Ordered on September 16, 1903 and shipped to George S. McAlpin in New York City, New York. Original listed as AHE hammerless in 12 gauge, with 28" Titanic Steel barrels. Stock configuration is listed as capped pistol grip. Specifications were a 13 - 7/8" length of pull (without recoil pad), a 1 - 1/4" drop at comb, a 2" drop at heel, and a weight of 6lbs 8oz. Requested chokes were (L) Mod (R) Cyl. Original price was $300 with $25 charged for ejectors and $4.00 for Silvers rubber recoil pad. The letter goes on to list 4 instances where the gun was returned to the factory: the first time to repair the ejectors and take dents out of the barrels and clean and repair locks, the second time was to rebrown the barrels and tighten the action, the third time was to rebrown the barrels and redress the stock and tip, and the 4th time to fix the top lever. The gun remains in the same condition listed in factory letter. Frame is factory full coverage engraved in class A style with tight spiral scrollwork with relief engraved pointer vignettes on left, bottom, and right sides of action, and relief engraved vine scroll on fences. Vignettes of upland birds on each visible side of the action, positioned in a way that the pointers are looking at them on right and left sides, and bottom upland bird portrait is above pointers. Accompanied by a leather wrapped wood partitioned case with green liner and Parker Old Reliable label. CONDITION: Excellent, with the vast majority of the blue finish remaining with scattered light handling marks. Action has worn to a gray patina with sharp engraving. Stock and forearm show some minor chipping at top tang, but no major cracks. Mechanically fine. Bores are bright with minor freckling. Case is excellent. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 28" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) Modified (R) Cylinder Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/4" Drop at Heel: 2" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 gauge Length of Pull: 14 - 1/4" (with recoil pad), 13 - 7/8" (without recoil pad) Manufacturer: Parker Model: AHE Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 122110 Weight: 6lbs 8oz

(A) PARKER GRADE 6 AH 10 BORE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1395 (Sale Order 254 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1891. Features include steel bead front sight, Demascus steel barrels, non-automatic safety, double triggers, additional set of 12 gauge barrels (serial numbered 101834), 2 piece checkered walnut forearm and straight grip stock with added red rubber recoil pad. Factory engraved in full coverage on frame with tight scrollwork, and game scene vignettes of a dog in a forest on right and left frame flat, a pointer on trigger guard, a dog with rabbit on bottom flat, a pheasant on bottom round, a duck on right fence, and a quail on left fence. Accompanied by Winchester Parker Reproduction partitioned case for a 2 barrel set. Mentioned by serial number on page 240 of "PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION" as an AH Grade gun with 0 ordered extras, straight grip stock, and 10 Gauge 30" barrels. CONDITION: Very good with barrel (A) retaining defined Demascus patterning throughout. Barrel (B) is turned a brown patina. Frame has been cleaned to a gray patina with engraving sharp. Stock and forearm have been lightly sanded and finish added with no major signs of distress. Mechanically fine. Bores are bright and smooth in barrel set (A). Barrel set (B) bores are lightly frosted. Case is excellent. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: (BOTH) 30" Chamber: (BOTH) 2 - 3/4" FFL Status: Antique Gauge: (A) 10 Bore (B) 12 Bore Length of Pull: 14 3/4"" Manufacturer: Parker Model: AH Serial Number: 64025

(C) ANGELO BEE A1 SPECIAL UPGRADED PARKER 12 GAUGE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1396 (Sale Order 255 of 324)

This shotgun was manufactured in 1920 as a VHE and was subsequently upgraded by Angelo Bee to an A1 special configuration. Dovetail lump 30" barrels fit with a mushroom bead front sight on a concave matted game rib with a blank vignette left at rear for "PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CT. U.S.A. VULCAN STEEL." with flanking arrows. Triangles of acanthus scroll at muzzle, approximately 1 - 1/8", and at breeches, approximately 3", with gold wire dressing and rib extension. Breech end scroll also contain vignettes of a grouse and a mallard in a meadow scene and marshland, respectively, taking flight; the birds are executed in relief gold with silver accents. Lumps indicate a size 2 frame in 12 gauge, with flats marked "J.G." in circle, "V" encircled, "HT / A", "4" and "2"; left side of lump with serial number. Wide beavertail forearm with point pattern checkering and Deely latch release, engraved with scroll on exterior iron. Interior with serial number and "PATD, MAY 7. 1901". French Grey boxlock action upgraded with A1 Special pattern scrollwork throughout and three vignettes, left with a pair of mallards taking off in a marshland with gold bodies and silver bellies; bottom with a pair of grouse, one with tail plumage extended, in a similar marsh scene, bodies executed in gold, with tal plumage cleverly executed with mixed gold and silver striping; Right side with 2 more grouse taking to the air in a marsh scene with gold bodies and silver necks. Trigger guard with a grouse in a wooded scene, also executed with a gold body and silver neck. Signed on left vignette "ABEE" with Angelo's characteristic bee motif. Non-automatic safety with "S" inlaid in gold ahead of slide. Gold washed double triggers protected by a short tang trigger guard. Walnut stock with checkered side panels and a pistol grip stock with point pattern checkering about the wrist. Pistol grip stock with blued base and an engraved central escutcheon. Pachmayr Old English soft rubber recoil pad. CONDITION: Excellent as upgraded by Angelo Bee. Barrels with virtually all of their black with some minor handling marks. Forearm with some very minor handling marks, and some lifting around the Deely latch. Action very good with some areas of silvering to charge edges and spotted oxidation to bottom of trigger guard. Some minor mossing to pistol grip cap. Stock excellent with some minor handling marks, mostly to right side of comb, finish with a somewhat dry appearance. Mechanically fine, bores very good with some mild frosting ahead of forcing cones, ejectors are strong and in time. A lovely shotgun by one of the foremost modern engravers. Barrel Length: 30" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .028 (R) .030 Chamber: 2 - 1/2" Choke: (L) .026 (R) .027 Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2"+ Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/4" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 Gauge Internal Bore Diameter: (BOTH) .733 Length of Pull: 14" Manufacturer: Parker Model: VHE Upgrade Serial Number: 192958 Weight: 8 lbs 4 oz

(C) FOX XE GRADE 12 GAUGE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1397 (Sale Order 256 of 324)

This model was not catalogued until 1914. Research shows this gun shipped on May 27, 1915, to Harry Reinhart. Matching serial numbers. 12 ga, 2 - 3/4" chambers, 14" LOP, Drop at toe 1 - 5/8". Drop at heel 2 - 1/2". Choked Full & Mod, 28" Krupp steel barrels, Lyman sights, Deeley release. Double triggers. Features checkered Circassian walnut pistol grip stock with red rubber recoil pad, splinter forearm with ebony inset, William Gough school X-grade hand chiseled leaf pattern engraving on frame with Ansley H. Fox vignette featuring two partridge on right side. Base features a fox. Left side features a vignette with ducks. The barrel breech also features 1 - 5/8" of engraving. Stock checkering features three distinct panels. Ribbed barrels features twin white bead sights. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels retain 95% blue with mirror bright bores and auto ejectors. Frame engraving is crisp but visible case color only in protected areas. Wood is excellent with some normal impressions, with crisp checkering and finish. Data states Silvers recoil pad that is deteriorating and black spacer has some chips. Gun is tight. Barrel Length: 28" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) Full (R) Modified Drop at Comb: 1 - 5/8" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/8" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 Gauge Length of Pull: 14" Manufacturer: Fox Model: XE Paperwork: Factory Research Serial Number: 22458

(C) HIGH CONDITION ITHACA GRADE 4E 20 GAUGE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN WITH CASE, 2 BARREL SET.

Lot #1398 (Sale Order 257 of 324)

Manufactured in 1927. Features include brass bead front sights, ivory bead front sight about halfway down the rib, ejectors, dual triggers, automatic safety, black plastic grip cap, and added black rubber recoil pad. Complete with 2 barrels, both in matching configuration, with engine turned flats and ejectors, and both serial numbered to the gun. Frame is factory engraved with scroll throughout with game scene vignettes on either side. The right side is engraved with a pheasant and the left side is engraved with a flying duck. Accompanied by an aftermarket English style green velvet lined leather-wrapped case for a two barrel set. CONDITION: Excellent+, with virtually all of the original bluing remaining on both barrel sets, and engine turning sharp. Frame retains bright case colors. Stock and forearm show no major signs of distress and retain the vast majority of their original finish with checkering sharp. Mechanically fine. Bores are bright and smooth. Case is excellent. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: (A) 30" (B) 28" Chamber: (BOTH) 2 -3/4" Choke: (A) (L) Cylinder (R) Modified (B) (L) Improved Cylinder (R) Modified Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/4" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 20 Length of Pull: 14 - 3/4" Manufacturer: Ithaca Model: Grade 4 Serial Number: 439435

(C) PARKER BHE 12 GAUGE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1399 (Sale Order 258 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1910. Features include steel bead front sight, Demascus barrels, upgraded with optional ejectors, automatic safety, double triggers, checkered walnut capped pistol gripped stock, checkered walnut forearm, and skeleton buttplate. Frame is near full coverage engraved with tight scroll with game scene vignettes. Right side of frame is engraved with 2 pointers, trigger guard is engraved with a pointer, bottom flat is engraved with bull and cow elk, and a pointer on left side of frame. Accompanied by leather bound partitioned wood case with maroon velvet interior and Parker Old Reliable label. CONDITION: Excellent, with barrels retaining defined Damascus patterning. Frame retains bright traces of original case color with engraving sharp. Stock and forearm show no major signs of distress. Mechanically fine. Bores are lightly frosted. Case is excellent. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 28" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 gauge Length of Pull: 14" Manufacturer: Parker Model: BHE Serial Number: 153380

(C) PARKER BROTHERS VHE GRADE SIDE BY SIDE 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN

Lot #1400 (Sale Order 259 of 324)

Manufactured 1901 per serial number. This Parker started life as a VHE and was subsequently upgraded to an approximate A grade. 26" dovetail lump barrels with white composite front sight and ivory bead mid sight. Concave, tapering, wide matted rib with "PARKER BROTHERS, MAKERS. MERIDEN, CONN. VULCAN STEEL" in a vacant area and flanking arrows. Engraved with acanthus scroll in triangles at muzzle and breech (approximately 1/2" at muzzles, 1 - 1/4" at breech), with double chip lines at breech. Barrel flats with "K" "f" "2" and "14", and marked "0" on lump for size 0 frame and serial number on left side of lump. Rib extension, and extractors. Splinter forearm with reinforced tip and Deely latch release, engraved with acanthus scroll on latch and exterior iron. Point pattern checkering with fleur-de-lis inclusions near iron. Interior iron with serial number, and marked "SHAW - 82" in wood. Boxlock action with patent information, V grade designation, and serial number on action flats. Engraved in nearly 100% coverage of acanthus scrollwork on a stippled ground with floral dressed screws, and "Parker Bros" engraved in a ribbon on either side. Underside of action with a vignette of a marshland, with a pointer retrieving a mallard, executed in gold. Automatic safety with "SAFE" engraved ahead of tab; very stiff. Lever pierced with acanthus floral. Double triggers protected by a short tang trigger guard with "JPB" initials in gold. Nicely figured feather crotch walnut with sidepanels, a Prince of Wales pistol grip, and is engraved in a wave pattern about the pistol grip, with fleur-de-lis inclusions. Finished by a basketweave Pachmayr recoil pad. CONDITION: Excellent as custom upgraded. Barrels with virtually all of their well-executed bluing, with some minor handling marks; frame commensurate. Stocks very good with somewhat heavier handling marks, and finish lifting noted on the right side of the tang. Mechanically fine, bores are very good with some minor firing residue. Barrel Length: 26" Barrel Wall Thickness: (L) .029 (R) .028 Chamber: 2 - 7/8" Choke: (L) Improved Modified (R) Improved Modified Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/8" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 20 Gauge Length of Pull: 14 - 1/4" Manufacturer: Parker Model: VHE Serial Number: 102612 Weight: 6 lbs 11 oz

(C) WINCHESTER MODEL 12 TOURNAMENT SKEET SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN 2 BARREL SET.

Lot #1401 (Sale Order 260 of 324)

Manufactured in 1935. Shotgun currently sports a 26" blued Winchester proof steel barrel choked (L) WS-2 and (R) WS-1 with matted rib, double bead sights, and selective ejectors. Although not listed on included on included factory research, a second set of barrels with matching numbers is also included. Second set are 30" blued Winchester Proof steel choked (L) Full and (R) Mod with matted rib, single bead sight, and ejectors. Machine blued box lock marked "TOURNAMENT / SKEET" on the trigger plate with single selective trigger. Kidney patterned checkered walnut beavertail forend and straight grip stock with serrated horn butt plate. Included factory research confirms options, although buttplate appears to be an aftermarket addition. Records also note that this gun returned to the factory to have different checkering cut on forend and stock in 1947. CONDITION: Very good overall. Shotgun retains the vast majority of its factory applied blue with areas of freckling throughout and some carry wear. Trigger guard has largely faded to brown. Forend has a few dings and area of loss along the left edge. Stock also has scattered impressions and spots of finish loss. Buttplate has some insect marks. Mirror bores. Fine mechanics. A nice, scarce set. Accessories: Barrels Barrel Length: (A) 26" / (B) 30" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (A) (L) WS-2 (1R) WS-2 (B) (L) Full (R) Mod Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 Bore Length of Pull: 14" Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 21 Paperwork: Factory Research Serial Number: 3725 Weight: 7 lbs 2.7 oz w/ 26" Barrels

(M) WINCHESTER MODEL 21 TRAP SHOTGUN OWNED BY FAMED TRAP SHOOTER BRIGADIER GENERAL JOHN GRIER.

Lot #1402 (Sale Order 261 of 324)

Ordered in 1939, this Model 21 Trap was owned by legendary shooter "Cap" John Grier, as is listed on several 1940s-dated Winchester repair orders. Copies of the orders are included on Cody Records Office letterhead. John Grier was born in 1901 and enlisted in the Delaware National Guard in 1924, retiring as a Brigadier General in 1961. During World War II, he was appointed by Roosevelt to a military commission to try a pair of German spies, before returning to Delaware, where he oversaw federal resources provided to the Guard as a US property and fiscal officer. Perhaps of even more interest to the gun collector is Grier's shooting career. Among his great wins was a gold medal at the 1924 Summer Olympics in Paris as part of the US rifle team. Grier was a skilled trap shooter with a remarkable 99.2% average on registered targets, once hitting 837 in a row without a miss. In 1979, he was inducted as the first trap shooter into the Delaware Sports Hall of Fame. Grier was also featured in a Winchester Model 24 advertisement, a copy of which is included with this lot. This trap gun owned by Grier is fitted with 32" Winchester Proof Steel barrels. Barrels have a ventilated rib, double bead sights, and ejectors. Box lock action stamped "TRAP" on the trigger plate with single selective trigger. Matching checkered walnut beavertail forend of nice figure. Checkered pistol grip stock with red rubber Old English pad. In addition to a file of research on Grier and the aforementioned documents, a set of reprint factory paperwork is also included. CONDITION: Very good as restored. Nearly all of the reapplied blued finish is retained throughout with some freckling. Forend shows mild wear. Stock has been refreshed with razor sharp recut checkering. Bright bores with moderate use. Fine mechanics. Barrel Length: 32" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) Full (R) Imp Mod Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/4" Drop at Heel: 1 - 7/8" Gauge: 12 Gauge Length of Pull: 14 - 1/4" Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 21 Trap Paperwork: Research Serial Number: 14657 Weight: 7 lbs 5.2 oz

(C) UPGRADED WINCHESTER 21 20 GAUGE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1403 (Sale Order 262 of 324)

Circa 1934 per serial number. 28" barrels with the combination dovetail and chopper lump lumps, with white composite Bradley-style front sight and ivory mid bead on a solid, tapering, matte rib. Marked over the chambers with first variant of Winchester's Model 21 information, action barrel flats with serial number and Winchester proofs, underside of tubes with Winchester proofs and choke designations for Full in left barrel and Modified in right barrel. Short triangles of acanthus scroll at breech and muzzle, approximately 3/4" at muzzle and 1" at breech. Extractors, as often preferred by bird hunters who do not wish to leave spent shells on the ground. Beavertail forearm of a nicely grained walnut with wave pattern checkering surrounding a roller release and flanked by relief carved oak leaves and acorns on a stippled ground. Exterior iron engraved with floral scroll on a stippled ground, interior with serial number abutting slot, stamped "SHAW 82" in wood. Boxlock action with nicely executed scrollwork on a stippled ground en suite with iron, and accented by a vignette of pheasants over a fenced meadow scene, with pheasants executed in gold, right with a pair of quail flying over a meadow scene, also executed in gold, bottom with a pointer in gold on a meadowed scene. Trigger guard with "JPB" initials in gold over scroll en suite. Double triggers, automatic safety with "SAFE" engraved ahead of slide. Nicely fiddlebacked walnut stock with point pattern checkering about the wrist, and oak leaves and acorns en suite with forearm behind side panels. Stock ends in a basketweave Pachmayr pad. CONDITION: Barrels retain the vast majority of their custom finishes when upgraded, with some spotted oxidation throughout, mostly to left barrel tube and heavier areas under the forearm on right tube. Action very good with the vast majority of the finish remaining, some silvering and freckling at sharp edges, particularly rear of action. Stocks are very good with some handling marks but no cracks or chips. Mechanically fine, bores are very good with some mild frosting. Barrel Length: 28" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) Full (R) Modified Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 2" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 20 Gauge Length of Pull: 14 - 1/8" Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 21 Serial Number: 4517 Weight: 7 lbs

(M) PARKER REPRODUCTIONS DHE 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN, 2 BARREL SET, IN CASE.

Lot #1404 (Sale Order 263 of 324)

One of the Parker reproductions made a 20 gauge DHE, 2 barrel set. Made on a 0 size frame with shoe lump barrels. Brass bead front sight, concave slightly tapered game rib with serrated matting, dressed in a double chip pattern at the breech, with doll's head rib extension. Barrel flats for 28" set with Full and Modified choke designations, "I", "1", PW and overload proofs, and serial number; typical rollmarks denoting reproduction by Winchester, gauge, and chamber length. Barrel flats for 26" in identical configuration, except chokes are Modified and Improved Cylinder, and a small "2" is stamped instead of 1". Splinter forearm with Deely latch release, with matching number on interior, and engraved in typical Parker florals. Action flats marked with DHE designation and serial number, case colored, and engraved in typical DHE pattern with pointer on left, a pair of ascending pheasants on bottom, and a separate pointer on right. Single selected trigger protected by a short tang trigger guard, with barrel selector abutting the trigger. Automatic safety with "SAFE" engraved ahead of slide. Retrained walnut stock of largely straight grain engraved in two panels of point-and-wave pattern about the wrist, pistol grip with reproduction grip cap, and skeleton buttplate. In correct leather wrapped case, compartmented for both sets of barrels, gun, and pair snap caps. CONDITION: Excellent, very close to NOS, with some fading to case colors as primary detractor. Barrels with virtually all of their factory applied bluing, with some distension about legends from application. Stock excellent with some minor handling marks, most visible at side panels. Mechanically fine, ejectors are soft, but in time, bores are very good. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: (BOTH) (A) 28" (B) 26" Chamber: (A) 3" (B) 2 - 3/4" Choke: (A) (L) Full (R) Modified (B) (L) Modified (R) Improved Cylinder Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8"- Drop at Heel: 2" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: (BOTH) 20 Gauge Length of Pull: 14 - 1/2" Manufacturer: Parker Reproductions Model: DHE Serial Number: 20-1168

(M) CSMC A-10 12 BORE OVER UNDER SHOTGUN WITH CASE.

Lot #1405 (Sale Order 264 of 324)

Monobloc barrels with vent rib machine cut with anti-glare matting and equipped with a red bead front sight. Barrel legends for model, 12 gauge, and 3" chambers on left, and CSMC information on right; bottom barrel chamber with serial number matching to frame. Semi-vented midrib. Round nose game-style forearm of a well-marbled walnut with point pattern checkering about a Deely style latch release. Case-colored detachable sidelock action laser engraved in near complete coverage a traditional English rose and scroll pattern, tightly executed. Fences with sprigs of engraving en suite. Single inertia-driven selective trigger with non-automatic safety. Attractive heavily marbled walnut stock with wide pistol grip is checkered about the wrist in point-and-wave pattern, cast off for a right handed shooter, ending in a Galazan branded black leather recoil pad. Housed in a CSMC branded AmeriCase with chokes, including 4 unmarked tubes; others include 1 Improved Modified, 1 SK1, 1 Improved Cylinder, 1 Full, 1 Modified; no tubes currently installed. CSMC slipcover with manual, and adjustable stock weight. CONDITION: Overall good, showing field use. Barrels with virtually all of their bluing, with some light handling marks from the field and use. Forearm is very good with some minor handling marks. Locks are very good with strong, vibrant case colors just starting to silver on edges, with heavier silvering on bottom where gun would have been carried. Stock is good with handling marks throughout, some deeper pings. Mechanically fine, bores are very good with some extremely minor evidence of use. Ejectors are slightly out of time, top firing first. Case and accessories are very good. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 30" Chamber: 3" Choke: Tubes Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/8" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 12 Bore Length of Pull: 14 - 1/2" Manufacturer: CSMC Model: A-10 Serial Number: A10-001690

(M) CSMC INVERNESS 20 GAUGE OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN.

Lot #1406 (Sale Order 265 of 324)

28" mono-bloc barrels fit with a vent rib with machine cut matting and a brass bead front sight. Normal CSMC legends and designations ahead of bloc, bottom of chambers with 20 gauge designation, chamber length, and serial number. Round nose game forearm with point pattern checkering, Anson plunger release, and iron exterior engraved in laser cut rose and scroll. Case colored round action with laser cut scroll and roses and "INVERNESS" in a lozenge. Single selective trigger is protected by a short tang trigger guard with single bouquet of roses en suite. Automatic safety with selector mounted to tab. Nicely fiddled walnut stock in straight grip configuration with two panels of point pattern checkering at the wrist, and terminating in a black line spacer with an unmarked red rubber recoil pad. Current chokes are CSMC, Improved Cylinder in top and Improved Modified on bottom. CONDITION: Very good, appears to be NOS or equivalent, with a few very minor handling marks. Virtually all factory finish remaining, with some light handling marks, probably shop wear. Mechanically fine, ejectors are in time, bores are excellent, bright and shiny, with some faint traces of firing. Barrel Length: 28" Chamber: 3" Choke: Tubes Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/4"- Drop at Heel: 2 - 3/8"- FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 20 Length of Pull: 14 - 3/8" Manufacturer: CSMC Model: Inverness Serial Number: I-00652 Weight: 6 lbs 3 oz

(C) A.H. FOX C GRADE 12 GAUGE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1407 (Sale Order 266 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1909 with extractors rather than automatic ejectors. Other features include steel bead front sight, double triggers, and automatic safety. Blue finish with color case hardened frame and checkered 2-piece stock and forearm with Prince of Wales grip and serrated composite buttplate. Frame and breech are engraved with matching Fox "C" grade engraving. Engraving consists of floral scroll with accenting wrigglework and filework borders, and engraved on each side of receiver with a different vignette game scene. The left side is engraved with 2 quail, the bottom is engraved with a pointer with flying ducks in the background, and the right side is engraved with 2 woodcocks. CONDITION: Excellent, as benefitting from a complete professional refurbishment, with the vast majority of the applied blue finish remaining. Frame retains bright case colors. Engraving is sharp. Front of muzzle shows evidence of being cutdown after a new rib was installed, barrel extension shows evidence of repair. Stock and forearm have sharp checkering and retain nearly all of their applied finish, stock has a dowell repair at comb. Mechanically fine. Bores are bright and smooth. Barrel Length: 28" Chamber: 2 - 5/8" Choke: (L) Modified (R) Improved Cylinder Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/4" Drop at Heel: 2 - 7/8" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 Gauge Length of Pull: 13 - 3/4" Manufacturer: Fox Model: C Serial Number: 14467

(C) FOX XE GRADE 12 GAUGE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1408 (Sale Order 267 of 324)

Manufactured circa the 1920s with features including ivory bead front sight, Krupp barrels, automatic safety, ejectors, dual triggers, and checkered walnut stock and forearm with Prince of Wales grip and black rubber recoil pad. Frame is near full coverage engraved with coarse floral and acanthus scrolls with stippling near breech, breech engraved in the same style, and each side of frame engraved with game scene vignettes. Right side of frame is engraved with flying quail, bottom of frame is engraved with a fox with mountainous prairie background, and left side is engraved with 2 flying ducks. CONDITION: Excellent+, benefitting from a complete, quality professional refurbishment with barrels retaining nearly all of their applied blue finish. Frame retains bright case colors. Stock and forearm have sharp checkering and no major signs of distress. Mechanically fine. Bores are bright with minor orange peel. Barrel Length: 28" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) Modified (R) Imp. Cylinder Drop at Comb: 1 - 5/8" Drop at Heel: 2" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 Gauge Length of Pull: 14 - 1/2" Manufacturer: Fox Model: XE Serial Number: 23639

(C) RARE CASED WINCHESTER MODEL 20 .410 JUNIOR TRAPSHOOTING OUTFIT.

Lot #1409 (Sale Order 268 of 324)

Manufactured circa 1921. This scarce set features a Model 20 shotgun finished in polished blue. 26" Winchester proof steel barrel and choked "FULL" with single bead front sight. Schabel tipped walnut forend and semi-pistol grip stock with checkered composite WRACO butt plate. Housed in an original fitted black fiberboard case with accessories including a clay thrower, cleaning tools, empty but correct 100 count Winchester "Midget Sized" clays box, 6 25-round Winchester Super Speed Skeet Load .410 boxes which are wrapped and appear full, Winchester Junior Trapshooting score card, Winchester rust remover, Winchester gun grease, and Winchester gun oil. CONDITION: Very good overall. Gun retains the vast majority of its factory blue with scattered marks and some fading on the receiver. Stocks have scattered dings and a more significant chip on the grip. Very good bright bore. Case and accessories rate good to very good overall. A fantastic and very hard to find Winchester set that displays exceedingly well. Accessories: Case, Accessories Barrel Length: 26" Choke: Full FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: .410 Bore Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 20 Serial Number: 5492

DESRIABLE 1920 WINCHESTER STORE 5 PANEL WINDOW DISPLAY FEATURING THE JUNIOR TRAP OUTFIT.

Lot #1410 (Sale Order 269 of 324)

This lithograph printed cardboard 5 panel advertisement was originally displayed in the windows of Winchester stores June 24-30, 1920. The colorful advertisement depicts a woman sitting on her porch rail in the foreground with a Winchester Junior Trap Outfit open on a table, overlooking her husband and son target shooting in the yard with Winchester 1894 and 1906 rifles. Left panel reads "WINCHESTER / Guns and / Ammunition / Encourage / Your Skill". Right reads "WINCHESTER / Is The Choice / of Particular / Shooters / Everywhere". Each panel of this example is currently displayed with a clear plastic cover on a foamboard backing, not permanently affixed. CONDITION: Very good overall. Colors remain bright and strong with some mild wear and staining. A great, very hard to find complete window display that would display very well in any collection room.

EARLY 1900S JOSEPH WINN FISKE LIFE SIZE ELK STATUE.

Lot #1411 (Sale Order 270 of 324)

Fantastic and seldom offered full size zinc and cast iron elk statue as found in city parks, etc. Base is marked "J.W. FISKE / 26,28 PARK PLACE / New York." The ones that were ordered primarily ended up in city parks and other public places. The Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks, established in 1868, has almost a million members and more than 2000 lodges all over the country. In the early twentieth century, the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks commissioned artists, mostly on the East Coast, to create statues of elks for fountains in cities across the United States. These statues were made available to the new chapters of the Elks. Statuary of this size on the private market its scarce, as many never leave their location in public places, or were scrapped for WWI and WWII war materials drives. The original cost was $210, so few were commissioned, and even fewer survive today. Some other elks can be found in Elk's Rest Memorial, Laurel Grove Cemetery in Totowa, New Jew Jersey, and one at the Newburgh, New York Elk's lodge. One that Wass commissioned for the city of Reading, Pennsylvania, was in their City Park for years and was an iconic picture stop for visitors. Measuring an impressive 9 - 1/2' tall, 2 - 1/2' wide, and 6 - 1/2' long, this example has a later faux oxidized bronze finish overall. An identical Fiske elk was sold in the Sotheby's 'Important Americana' auction in New York in 2016 (lot 1575) and realized $225,000 against an estimate of $50,000 - $100,00. Included are two silver gelatin antique photos that show an elk in an unknown city park. It may be the very elk being offered, but we can't be certain. Also included is an original copy of the Sotheby's catalog from 2016 that contains the listing for another Fiske elk. CONDITION: Very good. No visible dents or fractures. Main statue is solid to base. Antlers may be later addition. This is not a standard shippable item and will require 3rd party shipping or pickup arrangements to be made. Paperwork: Documentation

MICHAEL PRICE BELT KNIFE WITH SCABBARD INSCRIPTION TO MAJOR BASSETT

Lot #1412 (Sale Order 271 of 324)

Circa 1860-1870s classic Gold Rush style Micheal Price California Bowie knife. Knife has beautifully patinated elk horn slab handles held by 3 silver pins. Spearpoint blade measures 5 - 3/4" with a 4" false edge and an overall length of 9 - 1/2." Left side of blade at ricasso roll stamped ''M. PRICE'' in radius over ''SAN FRANCISCO.'' Similar knife is pictured in 'Knifemakers of Old San Francisco' by Bernard Levine pgs. 102-103. Original and correct factory nickeled scabbard with jeweler engraved presentation to 'Major J.C. Basett'. There was a James Basett that served in the 8th U.S. Infantry Regt. during the Mexican War, and a Jonathan Bassett that was a gold miner in Downieville, California in the late 1850s. Will prove to be a rewarding research project. CONDITION: Very good. Blade surface shows some original polish with light handling or cleaning/scabbard scratches overall. No active rust or pitting observed. Handles are tight to tang with no wobble. Blade Length: 5 - 3/4" Overall Length: 9 - 1/2"

TILLOTSON GOLD RUSH ERA BOWIE KNIFE.

Lot #1413 (Sale Order 272 of 324)

Circa 1850s Sheffield made clip point Bowie for the California market. Measures 12 - 1/2" overall with an 8" blade and a 5" false edge. Very faint acid etch scroll and vines with "Gold Hunter's Knife" over a federal eagle holding a banner that reads "Palo Alto", in honor of the first battle of the Mexican War on U.S. soil before the campaign moved to Mexico itself. Ricasso marked "TILLOTSON / COLUMBIA PLACE / SHEFFIELD.". Coffin handle with mother of pearl scales held in place with 4 silver pins, left hand side escutcheon, 'S' shaped silver crossguard, throat, and stamped silver lion motif pommel cap. CONDITION: Very good. Blade previously cleaned and sharpened with a blunted tip. Correct Moroccan leather scabbard with silver throat and drag. Blade Length: 8" Overall Length: 12 - 1/2"

LARGE J. WALTERS CALIFORNIA KNIFE BOWIE.

Lot #1414 (Sale Order 273 of 324)

Circa 1850 Sheffield made knife for California Gold Rush market. Measures an impressive 17" overall with a 10 - 3/4" blade and a 4 - 1/2" false edge. Left hand blade panel is fully acid etched with vine patterns and 'CALIFORNIA KNIFE'. Ricasso stamped 'J. WALTERS & CO. / SHEFFIELD / GLOBE WORKS'. 4 piece mother of pearl scales with a coin silver crossguard and die stamped grape and vine throat with a buck and doe bulbous pommel. Period correct, gold embossed, Moroccan leather sheath with silver throat and tip. CONDITION: Very good. Blade shows heavy cleaning, light sharpening to the edge, but most acid etch visible from cross polish to tip. No nicks to the cutting edge, and handle is tight to tang with no wobble. Blade Length: 10 - 3/4" Overall Length: 17"

W&S BUTCHER BOWIE WITH ACID ETCHED MOTIFS ON BLADE.

Lot #1415 (Sale Order 274 of 324)

Early Sheffield Bowie with 5" false edge and very faint acid etch on blade, 'ARKANSAS TOOTHPICK' in square panel surrounded by flowing vine patterns. Maker is William Butcher, Sheffield, England. Stamped on left hand side of blade "MANUFACTURED / BY W & S BUTCHER / SHEFFIELD". Ivory coffin shaped scales under a nickel silver crossguard are held by 7 silver pins with silver escutcheon on the obverse. Important example and early evolution of this type of knife. Retains a fantastic silver throated Moroccan leather scabbard with seldom seen metal reinforcing band in the middle.This exact knife is pictured on pg. 74 of 'The Bowie Knife' by Norm Flayderman (2004). CONDITION: Very good. Blade has been polished with light discoloration spots observed throughout. No nicks or dings to cutting edge. Blade Length: 7" Overall Length: 11"

LARGE BOWIE KNIFE BY SAMUEL WRAGG.

Lot #1416 (Sale Order 275 of 324)

Samuel Wragg was a highly regarded bowie knife maker who crafted knives in Sheffield, England during the 1830s-1840s. He is most notably known for his folding knives, but this large bowie knife is also an incredible example of Wragg's work. This knife features a large 9 - 3/4" flared clip point blade with a 3 - 1/4" false edge. The original factory polish still shines and the maker mark "MADE FOR THE UNITED STATES BY SAMUEL C WRAGG / DIRK KNIFE MAKER NO 25 FURNACEHILL SHEFFIELD" remains bold. Silvered S-shaped crossguard with light patina and exceptional popcorn stag grip scales that exhibit handling wear. Obverse scale exhibits a wide eye shaped escutcheon. Each grip scale is held in place by 5 pins. Complete with its correct Moroccan leather sheath that features tooled scrollwork designs on around the edges. Silvered mounts with circular carry stud on the throat. Leather body with scuffs and wear at the edges with light patina to mounts. 15 - 1/4" overall. CONDITION: Very good. Blade Length: 9 - 3/4" Overall Length: 15 - 1/4"

I'M A REAL RIPPER BOWIE KNIFE BY JAMES RODGERS, EX. ROB ABELS.

Lot #1417 (Sale Order 276 of 324)

Fantastic and classic, well made Sheffield Bowie knife circa 1840s - 1850. This exact knife is pictured on pg. 253 in Norm Flayderman's 2004 book "The Bowie Knife: Unsheathing an American Legend." Robert Abel classic number system in red nail polish on ricasso. Coffin handle with slight center swells in rosewood with nickel silver pins. Two-sided foliate etched blade reads, "I'm a real ripper" on left hand side. Ricasso stamped: "JAMES RODGERS / CELEBRATED / MAKE.SHEFFIELD." CONDITION: Very good. Blade has light cleaning scratches overall, tip missing. Blade Length: 10" Overall Length: 14 - 7/8"

LARGE JOSEPH HOLMES BOWIE, ARKANSAS TOOTHPICK.

Lot #1418 (Sale Order 277 of 324)

Circa 1830s to 1840s large and important Sheffield Bowie. Measures 14 1/2"overall with an 11" clip point blade and a 3 - 1/2" false edge. Left hand side of ricasso stamped, "JOSEPH HOLMES NO. / *I* SMITHFIELD / ARKANSAS .T.". Silver crossguard with raised floral burst. Thick gauge nickel silver hilt with checkered rosewood scales affixed by four pins on each side with left hand silver oval escutcheon. Silver dog bone style pommel with side edges secured under bolster. Russet or brown skirting leather sheath appears to be period to knife and fits perfectly. Silver throat and tooled leather tip. A rare knife with only 5-6 examples known. CONDITION: Very good. Blade shows previous heavy cleaning and edge sharpening with ricasso stamp still legible. Scabbard is solid. Blade Length: 11" Overall Length: 14 - 1/2"

NEW ORLEANS "JUDGE LYNCH'S LAW" BOWIE KNIFE.

Lot #1419 (Sale Order 278 of 324)

Circa 1840s, rare silver mounted maker marked New Orleans style American Bowie knife and sheath. 15 - 1/2" overall, 10 - 1/4" curved blade. Uniquely shaped blade is 1/4" thick at the ricasso and 1 - 1/2" wide, with wide flat median ridge that terminates in a 4 - 1/4" false edge. Silver crossguard with acorn style finials. French style script lettering on spine, 'Manufactured for F.C. Goergen New Orleans'. Acid etch rope bordered large panel on right hand side reads 'Judges Lynch's Law'. One piece ebony grip with deep cross and rays carved design. Simple stylized pistol grip silver pommel with scroll/nautilus shell decoration and silver fluted hilt. Correct and original back stitched heavy leather scabbard shaped to fit the blade with faint incised geometric decoration on the face with silver mounts, throat, and frog stud. A rare knife. CONDITION: Very good. Blade face cleaned on both sides and sharpened. Some scattered light typical discoloration and mossing. Blade is tight to handle with no wobble. Blade Length: 10 - 1/4" Overall Length: 15 - 1/4"

LARGE BOWIE BY C. CONGREVE.

Lot #1420 (Sale Order 279 of 324)

Circa 1860s large hunting knife by C. Congreve, Sheffield, with a wide, heavy, partly double edged blade, faintly struck 'Celebrated American Hunting Knife' within rectangular border, maker's name and 'WR' at forte, nickel hilt, throat, and pommel cap. Partially checkered ebony slab grips retained by 4 silver pins with shield escutcheon on both sides. A rare blade pattern for Congreve. CONDITION: Good. Overall blade was pitted then cleaned to even gray. Some scattered discoloration overall. Blade Length: 10" Overall Length: 14 - 3/4"

SHEFFIELD 'ARKANSAS TOOTHPICK' BOWIE KNIFE MADE BY W. BUTCHER.

Lot #1421 (Sale Order 280 of 324)

Circa 1830s - 1840s Sheffield made Arkansas toothpick. Measures 13 - 3/4" overall with an 8 - 3/4" blade and a 6" false edge. Ricasso marked with the English royal cypher 'WR' and crown and 'W BUTCHER / SHEFFIELD'. Ebony scales with silver escutcheons on both sides held in place by 4 silver pins. Splay-shaped dog-bone pommel with nickel silver edges and throat. Blade is acid etched with leaf, vine, and scroll design entire length with large panel (now faint) that reads 'ARKANSAS TOOTHPICK'. Classic "Spanish notch" forward of the ricasso. Correct period sheath is covered in thin black Moroccan leather with silver throat and drag. A nearly identical knife is pictured in "The Bowie Knife: Unsheathing an American Legend", Norm Flayderman, Pg. 270, pub. 2004. CONDITION: Very good. Blade shows some original finish with evidence of prior cleaned pitting with no nicks to edge and sharp tip. Blade Length: 8 - 1/4" Overall Length: 13 - 3/4"

LARGE EXTREMELY RARE SCAGEL MADE VL&A MARKED KNIFE.

Lot #1422 (Sale Order 281 of 324)

William Wales Scagel is considered to be the foremost pioneer in 20th century custom knifemaking. Throughout his knifemaking career, Scagel crafted hunting knives, machetes, axes, bowie knives, fighting knives, and pocket knives, some of which were used for the expeditions of the Smithsonian Institution. This specimen is a superbly marked example of Bill Scagel's craftmanship. The knife features a 8" spearpoint blade that is marked on the obverse with a partial "VL&A / CHICAGO" stamp and his famous kris mark. The reverse blade is marked "W. Scagel". The blade exhibits a pleasing gray patina with scattered blemishes throughout. Diamond shaped crossguard with "X" marking on either side. Crossguard is slightly loose. Mexican style handle with brass ferrule and pommel that flank the grip which consists of buffalo horn and bovine horn separated by a thick red spacer. The horn neatly fits into the points of the ferrule and pommel, which is impressive considering the fragility of horn. The handle exhibits a pleasing patina with some slight blemishes to the horn. 12 - 3/4" overall. The knife is complete with its original leather scabbard that exhibits scattered blemishes with an intact belt loop. 1 tear at lower left pin. This is an excellent example of a Scagel knife. CONDITION: Good. Blade Length: 7 - 7/8" Overall Length: 12 - 3/4"

VOILLARD BOWIE KNIFE WITH PRESENTATION TO CHARLES C. WAKELY.

Lot #1423 (Sale Order 282 of 324)

Circa 1850s French made, high quality Bowie knife for the American market. Knife is 16 - 1/2" overall with a large 12" blade and 7 - 1/2" false edge. Ricasso stamped "VOILLARD". European red stag scales held width 8 silver pins. Russet brown leather scabbard with nickel silver throat is original to the knife. Pictured in Robert Ables Bowie knife book. CONDITION: Excellent. Cleaned bade with some factory polish. No nicks or dings to edge. Blade Length: 12" Overall Length: 16 - 1/2"

W. BUTCHER "ARKANSAS TOOTHPICK" BOWIE KNIFE.

Lot #1424 (Sale Order 283 of 324)

Circa 1830s - 1840s large Sheffield made Arkansas toothpick. Measures 14" overall with a 9" blade and a 4" sharpened false edge. Ricasso marked with the English royal cypher 'WR' and crown and 'W BUTCHER / SHEFFIELD'. Ebony scales with silver escutcheons on both sides held in place by 4 silver pins. Splay-shaped dog bone pommel with nickel silver edges and throat. Blade is acid etched with leaf, vine, and scroll design entire length with large panel (now faint) that reads "ARKANSAS TOOTHPICK". Classic "Spanish notch" forward of the ricasso. Correct sheet iron sheath is covered ion thin red Moroccan leather with German silver throat and drag. A nearly identical knife is pictured in 'The Bowie Knife: Unsheathing an American Legend', Norm Flayderman, Pg. 270, pub. 2004 and on pg. 154 of "A Sure Defense: The Bowie Knife in America" by William Worthen and Mark Zalesky, 2017. CONDITION: Very good. Blade shows some original finish with evidence of prior cleaned pitting with no nicks to edge. Blade Length: 9" Overall Length: 14"

FRIEND TO LIBERTY, FOE TO TYRANNY BOWIE KNIFE.

Lot #1425 (Sale Order 284 of 324)

Circa 1840s - 1860s massive American bowie with 12" blade, 17 - 1/2" overall with a 5" false edge. Blade is acid etched "A Friend to Liberty" and "A Foe to Tyranny" on the other side. Possibly spurious "ROSE / NEW YORK" marking on left hand side of blade. One-piece ivory grips with left hand silver escutcheon, German silver throat, and deep fluted clamshell pommel. Quillons on crossguard terminate in ball finials.CONDITION: Very good. Deep pitting, one edge nicks, with blade cracked 2" from tip. Sheath is original with back of silver throat showing a stress fracture. Blade Length: 12" Overall Length: 17 - 1/2"

EARLY W & S BUTCHER SHEFFIELD COFFIN HANDLED KNIFE.

Lot #1426 (Sale Order 285 of 324)

Circa 1830s -1840s early Sheffield Bowie. Brothers William and Samuel Butcher started their cutlery making partnership in Sheffield, England, more commonly known as W&S Butcher. Among Bowie knife collectors, the Butcher firm is known as one of the earliest Sheffield firms to break into the American market, making their knives extremely collectible. This example was likely made in the early 1830s, shortly after the firm's inception. Similar examples of this knife are pictured and discussed on pgs. 24-25 of "Classic Bowie Knives" by Robert Abels, and a very similar example is pictured on pg. 95 of "Bowie Knives of the Ben Palmer Collection," excepting that that example is trimmed and pinned in silver instead of brass. Knife measures 14 - 1/4" overall with a 10" blade, and a 6 - 1/2" false edge for over half the length. Left side of the blade is maker stamped, 'MANUFACTURED / BY W&S BUTCHER / SHEFFIELD'. Guard is simple German silver ellipse. Fitted with smooth antique coffin shaped rosewood scales. German silver escutcheon nameplate on the left and a simple pommel cap of German silver with tangs that extend up to the guard, masking the tang of the blade. Retains original leather sheath with German silver fittings and a heavily fluted tip. CONDITION: Very good. Blade has been cleaned / polished. Acid etch most likely lost due to cleaning/polishing. Lightly sharpened with some tiny edge nicks; blunted tip. Blade Length: 10" Overall Length: 14 - 1/4"

LARGE JAMES RODGERS & CO BOWIE KNIFE.

Lot #1427 (Sale Order 286 of 324)

A large and impressive bowie knife that was crafted by James Rodgers & Co. Rodgers had made a name for himself producing an array of Bowie style knives for the domestic English market and for export to the United States. The knife features a large 9" clip point blade with a 5 - 3/4" false edge. The blade is marked "CAST STEEL BOWIE KNIFE" in circle on obverse and "JAMES RODGERS & CO. / CELEBRATED / MAKE. SHEFFIELD" on ricasso. Blade exhibits scattered marks throughout its length with freckling and casting blemishes. Silvered crossguard with ball quillons on each side. Large coffin shaped handle with ivory grip scales that are held in place by 7 pins on each side. A large escutcheon highlights the obverse grip scale. There are a few hairline cracks exhibited on the scales. 13 - 3/8" overall. CONDITION: Good. Blade Length: 9" Overall Length: 13 - 3/8"

GARGANTUAN BOWIE MANUFACTURED BY ARDEN.

Lot #1428 (Sale Order 287 of 324)

Circa 1850s massive clip point Bowie knife. These have been discussed amongst knife scholars and they are presumed to be made by Wragg of Sheffield for the American frontier and Gold Rush market. Measures 17" overall with a 12" blade and a 4 - 1/2" sharpened false edge. No marks on the ricasso, the only stamps are on the left hand side of the blade and read "CAST STEEL / BOWIE KNIFE" and "ARDEN" just below the silver crossguard. Ivory scales with double sided silver escutcheons, held by 3 silver pins with silver wrapped pommel. Original soft leather scabbard is stamped 'N. ARDEN' near the throat. CONDITION: Very good. Some previous cleaning width traces of factory finish. Nice cutting edge with no nicks and a sharp tip. No wiggle or wobble. Blade Length: 12" Overall Length: 17"

STAG HANDLED BOWIE BY BRAMAH.

Lot #1429 (Sale Order 288 of 324)

A very large, circa 1850s - 1860s clip point Sheffield Bowie Knife. Measures 18" overall with a 12" blade and a 3 - 1/2" sharpened false edge. The blade is almost mint, with a heavily beveled, mirror-like original polish. Ricasso stamped "BRAMAH" with heavily patinated stag horn one-piece grips, embossed nickel cross-guard, and matching nickel escutcheon fitted to the top of pommel. Complete in its original dark hunter green leather scabbard with matching nickel mounts. This knife shows hardly any signs of use or wear. An excellent example of a great, authentic, large size, 19th-century Bowie. CONDITION: Excellent. No sharpening or nicks to blade. Period repair to spit in handle that does not interfere with the aesthetics of the knife. Scabbard is solid with no splits or soft spots. Blade Length: 12" Overall Length: 18"

BOWIE KNIFE BY WOODHEAD.

Lot #1430 (Sale Order 289 of 324)

Circa 19th Century George Woodhead Sheffield bowie knife that features a 7 - 1/4" clip point blade with a 4 - 7/8" false edge. The obverse ricasso is marked "G. WOODHEAD / 36 HOWARD STREET / SHEFFIELD". Scattered freckling and blemishes, but the blade remains bright. Nickel silvered crossguard with nice patina. Coffin shaped handle with stag grip scales that are held in place with 4 pins on each side. An oval escutcheon highlights the obverse grip scale. The grip scales exhibit scattered blemishes and handling wear. Large pommel with ferocious lion exhibits patina and oxidation, especially on reverse side. Complete with its black leather scabbard that features creases and cracks. Silvered mounts with round stud on throat. Nice patina to mounts. CONDITION: Good. Blade Length: 7 - 1/4" Overall Length: 11 - 1/4"

WOODHEAD & HARTLEY BOWIE KNIFE WITH HORSE AND ALLIGATOR POMMEL.

Lot #1431 (Sale Order 290 of 324)

Established in Sheffield in 1839, the firm of George Woodhead and Joshua Hartley is believed to have begun crafting Bowie knives in 1841. Like many Sheffield cutlers, Woodhead and Hartley capitalized on American exports, feeding the American appetite for quality European blades. This example of their work features a clip point blade that measures 8 - 1/2" with a 5" false edge. Ricasso is marked "WOODHEAD & HARTLEY / 36 HOWARD STREET / SHEFFIELD". The blade is undecorated and features a heavy gray patina with scattered blemishes. Thin oval-shaped silvered crossguard. The coffin-shaped handle features a set of smooth horn half-panels with a shield escutcheon on the obverse. The panels are held in place with 4 pins on each side. Large pommel features a raised beast consisting of the head and forelimbs of a horse and the torso and hindquarters of an alligator. The handle is in good condition with intact scales and nice patina to pommel. The pommel design was purportedly first used by Davy Crockett to describe keelboat pilot Mike Fink and part of the song "Hunters of Kentucky" commemorating Jackson's victory at New Orleans. The visual of a half-horse, half-alligator remained in American frontier folklore to describe someone equal parts strong and dangerous. Complete with its leather scabbard with tooled designs that resemble scales. German silver drag, which may be replaced, exhibits a nice patina. Scabbard exhibits scattered blemishes with intact belt loop. CONDITION: Good. Blade Length: 8 - 1/2" Overall Length: 12 - 3/4"

SAN FRANCISCO MADE ARKANSAS TOOTHPICK BOWIE KNIFE.

Lot #1432 (Sale Order 291 of 324)

Circa 1850s, massive, Frank Kesmodel, San Francisco made Gold Rush era "toothpick". Measures 18" overall with a 13 - 1/4" blade that is 2" at it's widest point. Left hand side of tapered "toothpick" style blade is maker stamped just forward of the ricasso, "F. KESMODEL / SAN FRANCISCO". German silver crossguard with single piece turned hardwood handle topped with a deeply patinated pewter pommel cap that has a crude star carved in it. Leather scabbard of thin skirting leather is original to the knife and is most likely missing its silver throat, but original tip remains. CONDITION: Very good. Blade has been heavily cleaned and show areas of previous pitting now evenly polished to overall grey. Blade Length: 13 - 1/4" Overall Length: 18"

GOLD MINERS PROTECTOR BOWIE KNIFE BY SAMUEL HANCOCK.

Lot #1433 (Sale Order 292 of 324)

Circa 1850s Sheffield made Bowie knife for the California market by Samuel Hancock and Son, Mazeppa Works, 55 Peacroft Sheffield. 15 - 1/4" overall with a 10 - 1/4" clip point blade with a 4" sharpened false edge. Full length acid etch panel reads "GOLD MINERS PROTECTOR" with maker stamp above "SAML HANCOCK / PEACROFT / SHEFFIELD". Ricasso stamped with a horse and reverse riding man "MAZEPPA". Reverse turned "cowhorn" shaped silver crossguard with scales of polished horn with nickel silver trim, pommel, elongated silver shield escutcheon, held in place with 6 silver pins. CONDITION: Very good. Typical cleaning and scattered age discoloration. Edge has been only lightly sharpened with no visible nicks or dings. Blade and scales tight to tang with no wobble. Blade Length: 10 - 1/4" Overall Length: 15 - 1/4"

ALFRED HUNTER BOWIE KNIFE WITH PRESENTATION ON GRIP.

Lot #1434 (Sale Order 293 of 324)

Circa 1840s American made Bowie knife by Alfred Hunter of Newark, New Jersey. This is a rare and desirable classic form that is seldom seen. Overall length is 14" with a 9" clip point blade and a 3 - 1/2" false edge. Ricasso is stamped "ALFRED / HUNTER'S / SUPERIOR / CUTLERY". Ribbed nickel silver bolster and stylized dog bone crossguard. Single piece carved ivory grips with shell design near pommel and a left hand silver presentation escutcheon that reads "J.L. Holmes". Scabbard may be later replacement. A similar example can be found on pg. 28 of 'A Sure Defence / The Bowie Knife Book' by Kenneth Button, 1988. CONDITION: Blade shows prior cleaning and sharpening and is now gray overall. Blade Length: 9" Overall Length: 14"

DESIREABLE WILL & FINCK TWINE WRAPPED HANDLE BOWIE KNIFE PHOTOGRAPHED IN 2 BOOKS.

Lot #1435 (Sale Order 294 of 324)

A fantastic example of a Will & Finck all steel, double edged, bowie knife with a large 7" spearpoint blade which forms into a wide ricasso that also functions as a crossguard. The ricasso is marked "WILL & FINCK / S.F. CAL.". This California knife maker needs no introduction to collectors, as their cutlery is highly desired by passionate enthusiasts. The blade exhibits great amounts of its original cross graining with scattered blemishes throughout. An older, light cleaning is exhibited on the blade. Handle is steel and wrapped with heavy twine that remains tight to the knife. Pommel is checkered on all sides and smooth on the top. Overall length is 13". The knife is housed in a brown leather scabbard that perfectly accommodates the impressive blade. The leather has formed around the shape of the wide ricasso, even the side that is flared, suggesting that they have been together for quite some time. Line engravings decorate the front of the scabbard and the belt loops remain intact. The scabbard exhibits tight stitching and remains pliable with a few scuffs from handling and wear. Light creasing by the belt loop. This knife is pictured on page 120 of "California's Best" as well as page 16 in "Knife Makers of Old San Francisco" in which it is described as once belonging to "a Pacific Coast sea-captain". This is a fantastic example of a documented Will & Finck knife that would be nearly impossible to upgrade. CONDITION: Very good. Accessories: Case, Scabbard. Blade Length: 7" Overall Length: 13"

ROBERT W. LOVELESS BIG BEAR SUB-HILT 8" KNIFE.

Lot #1436 (Sale Order 295 of 324)

Nice example of a Big Bear sub hilt knife that was crafted by renowned knife maker Robert "Bob" Loveless. The knife features a 8" clip point blade marked "R.W. LOVELESS / maker / Riverside, Calif." on the obverse blade. Marked "R.W.L." on the ricasso. The blade retains its original bright polished sheen with crisp markings. Grip shape is Loveless' famous "Big Bear" style with angled down stainless crossguard and curved grip ferrule on 1 side. Brown micarta grip scales are held in place by stainless pins and pierced to accommodate a stainless lanyard ring. Stainless escutcheon on obverse grip. Tang is nicely bordered with red spacers. Grip exhibits light handling wear with intact scales. The knife is housed in an unmarked brown leather scabbard. Black paracord attached. The scabbard remains pliable and exhibits scattered light blemishes with tight stitching. CONDITION: Very good. Accessories: Case, Scabbard. Blade Length: 8" Overall Length: 14"

R.W. LOVELESS JUNIOR BEAR SUB HILT KNIFE.

Lot #1437 (Sale Order 296 of 324)

Nice example of a Junior Bear sub hilt knife that was crafted by renowned knife maker Robert "Bob" Loveless. The knife features a 6 - 3/4" clip point blade marked by Loveless on either side with his signature double nude logo. The blade retains its original bright polished sheen with crisp markings. Grip shape is Loveless' famous "Big Bear" style with angled down stainless crossguard and curved grip ferrule on 1 side. Ivory grip scales are pierced to accommodate a stainless lanyard ring. Tang is nicely bordered with red spacers. Grip exhibits light handling wear with intact scales. The knife is complete with its original leather scabbard that is also marked by Loveless on the throat. Marked "9-2-10 / R.W.L." in ink on reverse. The scabbard remains pliable and exhibits scattered light scuffs and dings with tight stitching. CONDITION: Very good. Accessories: Case, Scabbard. Blade Length: 6 - 3/4" Overall Length: 12"

BILL MORAN CUSTOM FOLDING KNIFE WITH LEATHER SCABBARD

Lot #1438 (Sale Order 297 of 324)

A beautiful example of Bill Moran's work in the form of this custom folding knife that features a 7" blade. The blade is unmarked with sharp edge and bright polished sheen. Scattered light freckling does not detract from the visible cross graining that is exhibited throughout its length. Nickeled ferrule with curly maple wood grip highlighted by inlaid silver wire. Ferrule exhibits a light patina with light handling wear to the grip. Marked "MORAN" just above the folding mechanism, which functions properly. Integral lanyard loop that retains a leather cord. Complete with its original black leather scabbard that features an intact belt loop and securing strap. Tight stitching with light blemishes throughout. Moran's folding knives are far less common than his fixed blade knives. CONDITION: Very good. Accessories: Case, Scabbard. Blade Length: 7" Overall Length: 15"

R.W. LOVELESS EXTRA LONG BIG BEAR KNIFE WITH 9" BLADE.

Lot #1439 (Sale Order 298 of 324)

Nice example of a Big Bear sub hilt knife that was crafted by renowned knife maker Robert "Bob" Loveless. The knife features a 9" clip point blade marked by Loveless on either side with his signature double nude logo. Serial numbered "-736" on ricasso. The blade retains its original bright polished sheen with crisp markings but exhibits scattered light pitting. Grip shape is Loveless' famous "Big Bear" style with angled down stainless crossguard and curved grip ferrule on 1 side. Black micarta grip scales are held in place by stainless pins and pierced to accommodate a stainless lanyard ring. Tang is nicely bordered with red spacers. Grip exhibits light handling wear with intact scales. The knife is housed in an unmarked brown leather scabbard. The scabbard remains pliable and exhibits scattered light blemishes with tight stitching. CONDITION: Good. Accessories: Case, Scabbard. Blade Length: 9" Overall Length: 14 - 1/2"

BARRY DAVIS FOLDER ENGRAVED BY MARIO TERZI AND LUISA GARLASCHE.

Lot #1440 (Sale Order 299 of 324)

A fantastic collaboration between 3 masters in the form of this ornate folding knife. Barry Davis crafted this stunning folder that features a 3 - 3/4" Damascus blade with excellent ladder pattern. Mario Terzi and Luisa Garlasche carved, engraved, and colored the beautiful Geisha and Japanese themed grip scales. The blade opens smoothly and the lock functions properly. The top of the obverse scale is signed "D.M. Terzi L. Garlasche" beneath the center scale. The knife is complete with its gold lanyard loop and gold toothpick. The knife presents well as its decorations make it attractive while the sharpness of the blade makes it deadly. CONDITION: Excellent. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 4" Overall Length: 8 - 1/2"

OWEN WOOD FOLDER ENGRAVED WITH PARROTS BY MARIO TERZI.

Lot #1441 (Sale Order 300 of 324)

A fantastic collaboration between 3 masters in the form of this ornate folding knife. Owen Wood crafted this stunning folder that features a 3 - 1/4" Damascus blade with excellent designs. Mario Terzi and Luisa Garlasche carved, engraved, and colored the beautiful bird-themed grip scales. The blade opens smoothly and the liner lock functions properly. The reverse is signed "D.M. Terzi L. Garlasche" below the grip scale. The knife presents well as its decorations make it attractive while the sharpness of the blade makes it deadly. CONDITION: Excellent. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 3 - 1/4" Overall Length: 7 - 3/4"

JOE KIOUS AND RON SKAGGS DECORATED DEAD BUG AUTO KNIFE.

Lot #1442 (Sale Order 301 of 324)

An excellent collaboration between veteran knifemaker Joe Kious and engraver Ron Skaggs. Joe Kious popularized the "pocket locket" style of high-end art folding knives. This knife is quite exquisite, as it features a 4" Damascus dagger style blade. Dead Bug model with button release and grip beautifully engraved on either side with gilded details. Spring is tight and the blade functions properly with excellent blade. Some areas of finish loss to the gold foil details with handling wear to the grip. Marked "SKAGGS" on the side. An eye catching piece. CONDITION: Very good. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 4" Overall Length: 8 - 7/8"

WILLIAM F. MORAN DAMASCUS HUNTER.

Lot #1443 (Sale Order 302 of 324)

By 1973, when he reinvented Damascus steel, W.F. "Bill" Moran Jr. had already been handcrafting knives for 25 years. His ability to craft high end custom made knives earned him a reputation as one of the most well known modern bladesmiths of his time. "The Father of Modern Damascus" would go on to found the American Bladesmith Society and be inducted in to the Blade Magazine Hall of Fame in 1986 and the ABS Bladesmithing Hall of Fame in 1996. Offered here is one of his Damascus Hunters which is 1 of 50 Damascus knives produced by Bill Moran. This example features a 5 - 1/2" Damascus blade with splendid pattern marked "MORAN" and "DAMASCUS" on either side of the ricasso. Nickel silver guard and pommel with curly maple grip that features inlaid silvered wire. Light handling wear on the hilt, especially the fittings. Complete with Moran marked leather scabbard with tooled designs on front and half moon decoration. Scabbard exhibits light wear but remains pliable with tight stitching and intact belt loop. CONDITION: Very good. Blade Length: 5 - 1/2" Overall Length: 10"

RARE LARGE BILL SCAGEL MADE BOWIE STYLE KNIFE WITH LEATHER SCABBARD.

Lot #1444 (Sale Order 303 of 324)

A pleasing example of William "Bill" Scagel's craftsmanship in the form of this large bowie style knife that features a 8 - 1/4" blade with an overall length of 14". The blade features a swept spine with clip point and ricasso marked "W. SCAGEL / HANDMADE" in small lettering. A pleasing dark gray patina is exhibited throughout the blade's length with scattered freckling and evidence of older sharpening, as this knife was most likely used by an avid outdoorsman. Oval brass pommel is stamped "A.R. JOHNSTON.". Stacked leather washer grip with red and black spacers meet a large horn pommel with brass cap and exposed tang. The handle exhibits handling wear with chips in a few of the spacers. The knife is complete with its equally large scabbard that features nice leather engravings and decorative brass tacks on the front. 2 rows of stitching remain tight border the decorative tacks and remains tight. Massive leather belt loop remains intact with light creasing. Scabbard remains supple overall with scattered scuffs and scratches with patina to tacks. A great example of a Scagel knife. CONDITION: Good. Blade Length: 8 - 1/4" Overall Length: 14"

R.W. LOVELESS STAG FIGHTER.

Lot #1445 (Sale Order 304 of 324)

A great example of Bob Loveless' craftsmanship in the form of this fixed blade knife. The knife features a 5 - 7/8" blade marked on the obverse side of the blade "R.W. LOVELESS / maker / Riverside, Calif." and is serial numbered "438" on the obverse ricasso. Blade remains bright with scattered light blemishes. Stag grip scales held in place by stainless pins with brass borders. Handle also features a stainless crossguard and lanyard loop. Grip scales remain intact with no major damage and are nicely bordered by red spacers. Complete with its brown leather scabbard that is also marked by Loveless on the throat. Scabbard exhibits tight stitching with scattered light blemishes. CONDITION: Very good. Accessories: Case, Scabbard. Blade Length: 5 - 7/8" Overall Length: 10 - 3/4"

BOB LOVELESS NO. 3 CHUTE WITH BLACK BUFFALO HORN GRIP.

Lot #1446 (Sale Order 305 of 324)

Nice example of a No. 3 Chute knife that was crafted by renowned knife maker Robert "Bob" Loveless. The knife features a 4 - 1/2" clip point blade marked "R.W. LOVELESS / maker / Riverside, Calif." on either side of the blade. Marled "3" on obverse ricasso. The blade retains its original bright polished sheen with crisp markings and scattered light blemishes. Stainless crossguard and ferrule. Black buffalo horn grip scales are retained by stainless pins and are pierced by a stainless lanyard loop. Scales are nicely bordered with red spacers. Grip exhibits light scuffs and handling wear with intact scales. The knife is complete with its original leather scabbard that marked by Loveless on the throat. Scabbard is also marked "CH3" in ink on reverse. The scabbard remains pliable and exhibits scattered light blemishes with tight stitching. CONDITION: Very good. Accessories: Case, Scabbard. Blade Length: 4 - 1/2" Overall Length: 9"

R.W. LOVELESS AKI SEMI SKINNER.

Lot #1447 (Sale Order 306 of 324)

A fine example of a semi-skinner crafted by renowned knife maker Robert "Bob" Loveless. The knife features a 3 - 5/8" blade marked "R.W. LOVELESS / maker / Riverside, Calif." on each side with Loveless' signature double nude logo. Blade remains bright with scattered light blemishes. Long bolster. Stag grip scales with stainless guard and ferrule with lanyard loop. Grip scales remain intact with no major damage. Complete with its brown leather scabbard that is also marked by Loveless on the throat. Scabbard is marked "A.K.3" just beneath the belt loop. Tight stitching with scattered light blemishes. Signed by Loveless on the front. Consigner states that this knife was produced for the Art Knife Invitational Show in San Diego, California. Bob would take only his best premier knives to this extremely exclusive show. CONDITION: Very good. Blade Length: 3 - 5/8" Overall Length: 8"

LORENZO HENDRICKS KANGAROO DAGGER.

Lot #1448 (Sale Order 307 of 324)

An attractive kangaroo dagger crafted by Lorenzo Hendricks who made knives based on different patterns but specialized in making kangaroo knives. This Kangaroo Dagger has a 7 - 3/8" blade that features beautifully engraved foliate panels. The obverse panel is marked "HENDRICKS. / MESA. AZ." and the reverse panel is marked "COMPLETED & ENG. BY / SPINALE. R. LORAIN. OH. / 1999". Blade is excellent with only minor light blemishes. Joining the knife to its handle are beautifully engraved 14K gold bolsters that feature kangaroos surrounded by foliate scrolls. Mammoth grip scales remain tightly pinned in place with small gold decorations at center. Pommel is beautifully engraved kangaroo heads. Handle exhibits light wear with light blemishes. Overall length is 14 - 1/2". There is a 6 - 3/4" small dagger inside this larger dagger. This is a visually appealing dagger with sharp blade and beautiful engravings that would compliment a dagger collection. CONDITION: Very good. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 7 - 3/8" Overall Length: 14 - 1/2"

D.E. HENRY COFFIN HANDLED BOWIE KNIFE.

Lot #1449 (Sale Order 308 of 324)

Massive bowie knife by notable knife maker D.E. Henry who was known for being a near flawless craftsman up until his passing in 1993. The knife features a large 11 - 5/8" clip point blade that is marked "D.E. HENRY / MT. RANCH" on the obverse ricasso and his Bear #6 logo on the reverse ricasso. The blade retains its mirror polish sheen with scattered light blemishes. Nickeled oval crossguard exhibits light blemishes. Large coffin-shaped stag grip scales are intact and remain firmly affixed to the knife with 4 stainless pins on each side. A silver escutcheon is at the center of the reverse scale. The knife is complete with its black leather scabbard with nickeled throat and tip. Scabbard body remains intact and pliable with tight seem. Mounts exhibit scattered blemishes. CONDITION: Very good. Accessories: Case, Scabbard. Blade Length: 11 - 3/4" Overall Length: 16 - 3/4"

RANDALL NUMBER 14 KNIFE WITH GREEN TENITE HANDLE.

Lot #1450 (Sale Order 309 of 324)

Nice example of a Randall Number 14 knife with a 7 - 1/2" bowie style fighting blade that is marked "RANDALL MADE / ORLANDO, FLA." between the Randall scimitars. Blade appears to have been resharpened with soft first line of marking. Light patina with scattered blemishes throughout. Ornate brass double crossguard with distinctive leaf pattern around the rim. Nice patina with scattered spotting. Attractive and rare green tenite finger grooved grip with flower shaped pins. The initials "PWR" are engraved on the grip. Steel lanyard loop with dark patina that retains a leather lanyard. Engraved by Lytton McKenzie. Complete with its brown leather scabbard that is marked on the reverse. The scabbard retains its original sharpening stone with functioning snaps. Verdigris to brass pins with scuffs on reverse from being worn on a belt. Consigner states that this knife came from the National Knife Collectors Museum. CONDITION: Good. Accessories: Case, Scabbard. Blade Length: 7 - 1/2" Overall Length: 12"

R.W. LOVELESS STAG HANDLED DROP POINT FIXED BLADE KNIFE WITH SCABBARD.

Lot #1451 (Sale Order 310 of 324)

A maker that needs no introduction, Bob Loveless is known as one of the greatest modern knifemakers. The high end knives he crafted for the consumer market as well as US government organizations such as the CIA and US Army Special Forces are sought after by collectors. This example features a 3 - 3/4" blade and 8 - 1/8" overall length. The blade is marked with R.W. Loveless maker marks on the obverse side with reclined nude woman logo. Serial numbered "-408" on ricasso. Blade is bright with crisp markings. Stag grip scales with stainless pins and lanyard loop. Handle shows no major signs of distress. Complete with serial number matching "-408" leather scabbard that is marked on the throat with the Loveless signature stamp. Scabbard exhibits minor handling marks with light staining and tight stitching. Consigner states this knife was a specially ordered knife for a gentleman who requested the handle be thinner and not as bulky, making it rarer. CONDITION: Excellent Blade Length: 3 - 3/4" Overall Length: 8 - 1/8"

R.W. LOVELESS NO. 3 LONG HUNTER WITH BLACK BUFFALO HORN GRIP.

Lot #1452 (Sale Order 311 of 324)

Nice example of a No. 3 Long Hunter knife that was crafted by renowned knife maker Robert "Bob" Loveless. The knife features a 5 - 1/2" drop point blade marked "R.W. LOVELESS / maker / Riverside, Calif." on either side of the blade. Marked "3" on obverse ricasso. The blade retains its original bright polished sheen with crisp markings and scattered light blemishes. Stainless guard and ferrule. Black buffalo horn grip scales are retained by stainless pins and are pierced by a stainless lanyard loop. Scales are nicely bordered with red spacers. Grip exhibits light handling wear with intact scales. The knife is complete with its original leather scabbard that is marked by Loveless on the throat. Scabbard is also marked "ST3" in ink under the belt loop on reverse. The scabbard remains pliable and exhibits scattered light scuffs and abrasions with tight stitching. CONDITION: Very good. Accessories: Case, Scabbard. Blade Length: 5 - 1/2" Overall Length: 10 - 1/4"

W.W. "BUD" CRONK SUB HILT FIGHTER.

Lot #1453 (Sale Order 312 of 324)

Considered one of the best pioneers of custom knife making, Bill Cronk crafted knives for 20 years from 1963-1983. This knife is a wonderful W. W. "Bud" Cronk Vietnam War era fighter with a 6 - 3/4" clip point blade and an overall length of 11 - 1/2". The blade retains its original mirror polished sheen and is marked "W.W. / CORNK" on the ricasso. Naval brass sub hilt and pommel with a ringed rubber grip. Brass exhibits a pleasing patina throughout with handling wear to the grip as well as 1 small chip that is only noticeable up close. The knife is secured in a padded storage pouch, and does not have a scabbard. CONDITION: Very good. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 6 - 3/4" Overall Length: 11 - 1/2"

R.W. LOVELESS IMPROVED HANDLE HUNTER.

Lot #1454 (Sale Order 313 of 324)

A maker that needs no introduction, Bob Loveless is known as one of the greatest modern knifemakers. During his life, he crafted high end knives for the consumer market as well as US government organizations including the CIA and US Army Special Forces. This Hunter model features a 3 - 1/2" drop point blade that is marked "R.W. LOVELESS / maker / Riverside, Calif." on the obverse cheek and is numbered "-442" on the ricasso. Blade remains bright with minor blemishes. Brown micarta handle with stainless steel support studs, stainless steel ferrule, and lanyard loop. Light handling wear to grip. Complete with its brown leather scabbard that also features the signature Loveless logo. Scabbard exhibits tight stitching with scattered blemishes and is also numbered "-442" on reverse. CONDITION: Excellent. Blade Length: 3 - 1/2" Overall Length: 8 - 1/4"

R.W. LOVELESS LAMB HANDLED SEMI SKINNER.

Lot #1455 (Sale Order 314 of 324)

A lamb handled semi-skinner crafted by renowned knife maker Robert "Bob" Loveless. The knife features a 4" blade marked "R.W. LOVELESS / maker / Riverside, Calif." on the obverse cheek. Blade remains bright with scattered light blemishes. Brown canvas micarta grip scales held in place by stainless pins. Handle also features a stainless ferrule and lanyard loop. Grip scales remain intact with no major damage. Complete with its brown leather scabbard that is also marked by Loveless on the throat. Scabbard is marked "4-LAMB" on the belt loop and "4SS-LA" just beneath the belt loop. Tight stitching with scattered light blemishes. CONDITION: Very good. Blade Length: 4" Overall Length: 8 - 1/4"

R.W. LOVELESS STIFF HORN KNIFE.

Lot #1456 (Sale Order 315 of 324)

A Stiff Horn knife crafted by renowned knife maker Robert "Bob" Loveless. The knife features a 3 - 1/4" blade marked "R.W. LOVELESS / maker / Riverside, Calif." on the obverse cheek. Serial numbered "T-2" on obverse ricasso. Blade remains bright with scattered light blemishes. Brown canvas micarta grip scales held in place by stainless pins. Handle also features a stainless ferrule with knurled thumb grip and and lanyard loop. Grip scales remain intact with no major damage. 7 - 1/4" overall length. Complete with its brown leather scabbard that is also serial numbered "T-2". Tight stitching with scattered blemishes. CONDITION: Very good. Blade Length: 3 - 1/4" Overall Length: 7 - 1/4"

BUSTER WARENSKI 20" BOWIE KNIFE.

Lot #1457 (Sale Order 316 of 324)

This massive bowie knife was handcrafted by legendary knifemaker Buster Warenski. For those in the custom knife making industry Buster Warenski needs no introduction. He was one of the greatest knifemakers of the last century, who created some of the most sought-after and most expensive knives in the world. Buster Warenski passed away on July 31, 2005 but his legacy lives on through his beautifully crafted knives. This massive bowie knife features 13 - 3/4" clip point blade marked "B. WARENSKI / RICHFIELD, UT." on the obverse ricasso. The blade is mirror polished and remains bright with blinding sheen. Brass spine. Large stainless S-shaped crossguard with brass ferrule. The knife is complete with its massive wood handle that is nicely shaped to offer a comfortable grip. The knife measures 19 - 3/4" overall and is complete with its original leather scabbard marked "BUSTER'S KNIVES / RICHFIELD, UTAH". The scabbard is as clean as the knife with pliable leather and intact belt loop and snap. Scattered blemishes throughout. CONDITION: Very good. Accessories: Case, Scabbard. Blade Length: 13 - 3/4" Overall Length: 19 - 3/4"

ROMMELL FERNANDES ORNATE TURKISH DAMASCUS BLADE WALRUS HANDLE KNIFE.

Lot #1458 (Sale Order 317 of 324)

An eye catching Kukri style knife by Rommell Fernandes. This knife features an 11 - 1/2" curved blade that is crafted of Damascus and displays a beautiful wavy latter pattern. Blade is very clean overall. Ferrule and pommel match the ornateness of the blade with beautiful gold inlaid accents. "R. FERNANDES" is gold inlaid on top of ferrule. Walrus handle is in beautiful condition with no major damage. The knife is complete with its original black leather scabbard that features tight stitching and intact belt loop. CONDITION: Excellent. Accessories: Case, Scabbard. Blade Length: 11 - 1/2" Overall Length: 16 - 1/2"

R.W. LOVELESS STAG HANDLED HUNTER.

Lot #1459 (Sale Order 318 of 324)

Nice example Stag handled hunter knife that was crafted by renowned knife maker Robert "Bob" Loveless. The knife features a 3 - 1/2" blade marked "R.W. LOVELESS / maker / Riverside, Calif." on the obverse blade and serial numbered "-966" on the obverse ricasso. The blade retains its original bright polished sheen with crisp markings and scattered blemishes. Stainless guard with stag grip scales that are pierced to accommodate a stainless lanyard ring. Tang is nicely bordered with red spacers. Grip exhibits light handling wear with intact scales held in place by stainless brass bordered pins. The knife is complete with its original leather scabbard that is also marked by Loveless on the throat. Numbered "-766" in ink on reverse beneath belt loop. The scabbard remains pliable and exhibits scattered light scratches and dings with tight stitching. CONDITION: Very good. Accessories: Case, Scabbard. Blade Length: 3 - 1/2" Overall Length: 8"

J. BRENNAN & SONS COFFIN HANDLED BOWIE KNIFE.

Lot #1460 (Sale Order 319 of 324)

Attractive J. Brennan & Sons coffin handled bowie knife with a massive 12" clip point blade marked "J. Brennan & Sons" engraved in elegant script on the spine. False edge on the clip. Short ricasso marked "No 14". Blade remains bright with great finish and only light blemishes. Scalloped nickel silver crossguard. Silver wrapped coffin handle with ivory grip scales with silver bowtie escutcheons on both sides held in place by silver pins. Beautifully engraved throat and pommel. Light patina to hilt with light handling wear. Complete with its leather scabbard that features elegant silvered mounts which are nicely engraved to compliment the hilt. Round stud on upper mount Mounts exhibit a pleasing patina with smooth intact leather. Also known for their craftsmanship of flintlock rifles, this J. Brennan & Sons knife reflects the quality of their work. This blade would compliment a display with one of their rifles, which would tie the gun and knife world together. CONDITION: Very good. Blade Length: 12" Overall Length: 16 - 1/2"

R.W. LOVELESS DROPPED HUNTER WITH DOUBLE NUDE LOGO.

Lot #1461 (Sale Order 320 of 324)

A dropped hunter crafted by renowned knife maker Robert "Bob" Loveless. The knife features a 3 - 5/8" blade marked on each side of the blade with Loveless' signature double nude logo. Serial numbered "314" on the obverse ricasso. Blade remains bright with scattered light blemishes. Brown canvas micarta grip scales held in place by stainless pins. Handle also features a stainless ferrule and lanyard loop. Grip scales remain intact with no major damage. Complete with its brown leather scabbard that is also marked by Loveless on the throat. Scabbard exhibits tight stitching with scattered light blemishes. CONDITION: Very good. Blade Length: 3 - 5/8" Overall Length: 8"

BUSTER WARENSKI FLUTED GRIP DAGGER WITH TOOLED LEATHER SCABBARD.

Lot #1462 (Sale Order 321 of 324)

This is a very nice example of a dagger that was handcrafted by Buster Warenski. For those in the custom knife industry, Buster Warenski needs no introduction as he was one of the greatest knifemakers of the last century, crafting some of the most desired and most expensive knives in the world. This custom Warenski dagger features an 11" blade marked "BUSTER / RICHFIELD UTAH". The blade remains bright and flashes its original polished sheen with only light scattered marks throughout. The aluminum exhibit a bright sheen with nicely placed black spacers. Nicely figured wood grip with excellent dark finish barely exhibits handling wear. The dagger is complete with its tooled leather scabbard with beautiful pattern on obverse and marked "BUSTER'S KNIVES / RICHFIELD, UTAH" on reverse. Scabbard exhibits tight stitching with pliable leather and securing snap. Light scratches throughout. CONDITION: Very good. Accessories: Case, Scabbard. Blade Length: 11" Overall Length: 16"

WILLIAM SCAGEL HUNTING KNIFE.

Lot #1463 (Sale Order 322 of 324)

William Scagel, commonly considered to be the grandfather of modern, custom handmade knives, lived and worked and made his knives in Michigan primarily in the 1920s and 1930 producing very functional and durable hunting knives. During WWII, he made many fighting knives for troops going off to war. William Scagel's work became the inspiration for "Bo" Randall who emulated his knife designs. This versatile multi-use knife features a 5" skinner style blade with an overall length of 9 - 3/4". Left side of the blade has Mr. Scagel’s cartouche known as the "Kris" mark. A dark gray patina has overcome the blade. Brass hand guard with German silver spacers and stacked leather washers with brass pinned stag pommel that is slightly turned down. Handle exhibits wear but remains intact and tight. Accompanied by what is probably its original brown leather sheath with nickel button. The scabbard is well worn but remains pliable with intact belt loop and snap. This knife and scabbard were most likely well used by an avid outdoorsman. CONDITION: Good. Accessories: Case, Scabbard. Blade Length: 5" Overall Length: 9 - 3/4"

J. BRENNAN & SONS MEDITERRANEAN DIRK.

Lot #1464 (Sale Order 323 of 324)

A very nice J. Brennan & Sons Mediterranean Dirk with a 9 - 3/8" blade marked "J. BRENNAN & SONS" on spine. Blade remains bright with excellent finish. Beautiful silver engraved throat and pommel with flowered cap flank the attractive mammoth fluted grip. Numbered "No 47" on throat. Overall length measures 14 - 1/8". Complete with its leather scabbard that features silver mounts that are nicely engraved to match the knife fittings. Round belt stud on upper mount with ball finiale on drag. Mounts remain tight with nice intact leather. J. Brennan & Sons is also known for their craftsmanship of flintlock rifles and this knife reflects the quality of their work. This blade would compliment a display with one of their rifles, which would tie the gun and knife world together. CONDITION: Very good. Blade Length: 9 - 3/8" Overall Length: 14 - 1/8"

DAL MOLIN BRUNO BOWIE KNIFE WITH MOSAIC DAMASCUS BLADE WITH GIRAFFE BONE.

Lot #1465 (Sale Order 324 of 324)

A beautiful example of Dal Molin Bruno's craftmanship in the form of this elegant clip point bowie knife. This knife features a massive 11" blade that features an exquisite mosaic pattern in the Damascus. Shield marking is nicely camouflaged on the reverse side. Matching S-shaped crossguard with spade quillions. Ferrule and pommel feature gold inlay around their width with nice spire capstan on pommel. The knife is highlighted by its giraffe bone handle with black streaks that contrast the salmon hue. The knife is complete with its tooled dark leather scabbard with beautiful pattern to obverse. Intact belt loop with tight stitching. Stamped "N. Schafer" on reverse. The condition of the knife speaks for itself, as it shows no blemishes or major damage. Scabbard with light wear to reverse. CONDITION: Excellent. Accessories: Case, Scabbard. Blade Length: 11" Overall Length: 17"


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