Morphy Auctions Auction Catalog - Firearms & Militaria - Day 1 Online Auctions

NEAR MINT 1938 DATED ORIGINAL WWII GERMAN ARMORER’S MG-34 MACHINE GUN FIELD MAINTENANCE KIT IN ORIGI

Lot #1006 (Sale Order 1 of 345)

Near mint MG-34 machine gun armorer’s kit with can dated "1938" and in original camouflage paint. Kit includes handles, files, pliers, calipers, spanner for MG-34, and adjustable wrench as manufactured by Mauser, as well as punches, portable vise and broken shell extractor. Some of the original paper packaging remains. These kits occasionally surface but are seldom if ever found in as complete and near mint a condition as this specimen. CONDITION: Exceptional throughout with little or no apparent use. Metal tools retain a light coating of preservative oil with original paint flaking at some of the high points. Just about as nice as can be possibly found. This is an absolutely tremendous find for the German WWII machine gun enthusiast. JWK 2025-05-005.

OUTSTANDING SWISS MG-11 MAXIM MACHINE GUN TRIPOD IN ORIGINAL CRATE WTH ADAPTERS FOR MAXIM AND VICKER

Lot #1010 (Sale Order 2 of 345)

This fabulous condition Swiss tripod for the MG-11 Maxim machine gun is a dream come true for the recreational machine gun shooter. This tripod with the included adapters will mount the U.S. 1904 Maxim, as well as the Vickers or Browning machine guns. If paired with an adapter collar for the trunnions, it will mount a German MG-08. It is the preferred recreational mounting platforms for these guns. Much easier to haul these around and set up then an MG-08 sled mount, and much more adaptable to other machine guns as well. CONDITION: Near excellent in original crate with range plate and paint intact. Elevation mechanism serviceable. An outstanding find for the machine gun enthusiast. JWK 2025-05-101.

SOVIET AGS-17 PLAYMA GRENADE LAUNCHER PARTS KIT.

Lot #1014 (Sale Order 3 of 345)

These are the parts, less the center portion of the receiver, for the Soviet (and now Russian) AGS-17 Playma automatic grenade launcher. It includes the rare 29 round drum as part of this lot. This particular specimen was manufactured in 1989, and, as you can see, saw some significant service until finding its way to the shores of the United States. The center section of the receiver is missing, but otherwise the barrel, bolt, feed tray, top cover, mainspring, two cartridge elevators, trigger bar, and back plate present as well as the trigger actuator mechanism. If one was a licensed manufacturer, it would be possible to work these parts up into a Post-86 dealer sample. The presence of the required drum for this piece makes this an even more attractive possibility. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is very good overall with most of the original finis gone leaving a gray and brown patina. Bore of the intact barrel is extremely fine. Bolt face extremely fine. The springs are intact and serviceable. Handles at backplate also in good serviceable condition. This is an almost unique opportunity for the licensed manufacturer to acquire the parts to make the Soviet Union’s, and now Russia’s, answer to our own automatic grenade launcher. This cataloger does not ever expect to see another of these as complete and with serviceable parts. JWK 2025-05-062.

ADDENDUM: Please note there is only one action spring assembly included with this kit. The action spring assembly is intact and serviceable.

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

Lot #1023 (Sale Order 4 of 345)

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 2025-05-096.

THIRD MODEL ORIGINAL THOMPSON 50 ROUND L DRUM.

Lot #1024 (Sale Order 5 of 345)

Top original condition so called “3rd Model” original Thompson 50 round drum. Marked “AUTO-ORDNANCE CORP, NEW YORK N.Y., U.S.A. PATENTED JULY 27 1920 DEC 7 1920” on main body with original cover. Original nickel rotor inside. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish of drum is near excellent original dull matte blue finish with a couple slight handling marks. Interior shows a few “rings” from brass cartridges in the finish, which is a good indicator of the functionality of this drum. This model of early drum is very seldom found in such magnificent original condition. Just the item for the forward-thinking investor and collector. JWK 2025-05-045.

VERY RARE ORIGINAL WOODEN MODEL 1917 MACHINE GUN CART FOR TRANSPORTING THE BROWNING MACHINE GUN, TRI

Lot #1033 (Sale Order 6 of 345)

Incredibly rare original wooden horse-drawn carriage for transporting the Browning water-cooled machine gun. These were in service from 1917 until 1945. Two of the leather straps are present and intact with a much later web strap included as well. Original metal tool box present and serviceable with some spare original carriage bolts inside. CONDITION: Extremely fine in unrestored as-found condition, with solid wood throughout. Metal furnishings including the metal tires exhibit brown patina, but this carriage is serviceable as is or would be an excellent candidate for restoration. Overall an exceptionally rare display piece, or one that can be of service at special events. JWK 2025-05-078.

EXCEPTIONAL COLLECTIBLE “MGM” FILM STUDIOS MARKED ORIGINAL MATCHING NUMBERED THOMPSON MACHINE GUN 50

Lot #1045 (Sale Order 7 of 345)

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 studios property. One can contemplate the classic films this drum might well have been used in. Perhaps James Cagney, Humphrey Bogart, or 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. 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 Thompson forward thinking investor and collector. JWK 2025-05-097.

LARGE LOT OF MP40 MAGAZINES AND POUCHES.

Lot #1052 (Sale Order 8 of 345)

This is a large lot of original 32 round MP-40 magazines with post-war reproduction, and Finnish, and Swedish magazine pouches. There are a total of 22 MP-40 magazines along with one original magazine loader. None of the magazines are slab-sided. There are two pairs of green fabric reproduction 3-cell magazine pouches, one pair of large 4-cell brown leather magazine pouches for the Suomi, and two other 4-cell brown leather pouches where the backs on the magazines are against the body instead of the sides. These would be Norwegian pouches. CONDITION: Magazines all have extremely fine to near excellent finish. Some are refinished. A couple have their floorplates on the wrong way, and one an incorrect, yet functional, floorplate. All are untested. The leather pouches are solid and serviceable. The fabric pouches are extremely fine to near excellent. It seems like the desire for good original MP-40 magazines never diminishes, just as there is always a buyer for a good MP-40. JWK 2025-05-050.

LOT OF 5: FINE ORIGINAL GERMAN MP44 (STG-44) MACHINE GUN MAGAZINES.

Lot #1116 (Sale Order 9 of 345)

Four of these original magazines are marked "MP44", and the other is marked "MP43". All are original pre-May 1945 manufactured with Nazi proofs. CONDITION: All are original finish. Two are extremely fine without any patina (“qlv” and "qlw"). The other three (“ayf”, “fxo”, and “fxo”), which includes the MP43 dated magazine, have some scattered brown and gray patina. All are untested but appear to be serviceable. JWK 2025-05-041.

LATE 1943 HITACHI MANUFACTURED JAPANESE TYPE 99 MACHINE GUN PARTS KIT.

Lot #1117 (Sale Order 10 of 345)

This was at one time no doubt a G.I.’s souvenir bring-back war trophy. There is evidence of a bullet strike at the bottom on the wood stock. Unfortunately, although it made its way back to the United States pretty much complete, matching, and intact without magazine, it underwent poor storage and neglect, and was obviously never registered for private ownership. Receiver has been cut and a significant piece of the center section is not present. However, once one looks past the significant scale and brown corrosion there are some desirable parts here. All appear to be original as brought back. Bipod, flash hider, gas regulator, operating rod, matching barrel with dark unaltered chamber, with grimy yet serviceable bore, buffer, mainspring, charging handle (no cover), ejector with cover, rear sight parts, magazine cover and ejection port cover, serviceable matching bolt with extractor and bolt lock, lower assembly W/O provision for monopod with sear safety bar and spring, but without trigger return spring present. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is poor to fair with significant brown scale, but key components such as the bolt, gas regulator, and if the chamber is able to be cleaned the bore is actually quite good. Wood buttstock, handgrip and carrying handle also are quite fine and serviceable. There is a lot of potential for these parts if one has the patience and persistence to properly clean them up. JWK 2025-05-076.

SCARCE ORIGINAL GERMAN SECOND PATTERN 20-ROUND FG-42 MAGAZINE.

Lot #1118 (Sale Order 11 of 345)

Very sought after original German twenty round magazine for the 2nd Model FG-42. Close inspection reveals a “4” on the front boss below the attachment stud, and a barely discernible “fzs” at the bottom-left side. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is very good original dull-gray finish on body with black enamel painted floorplate. A very scarce item to find on the loose. JWK 2025-05-055.

DESIRABLE HITACHI MANUFACTURED JAPANESE TYPE 99 MACHINE GUN PARTS KIT WITH CUT RECEIVER PIECES.

Lot #1119 (Sale Order 12 of 345)

Extremely fine nearly matching Japanese Type 99 light machine gun parts kit manufactured by Hitachi under the supervision of Kokura Arsenal in September of 1942. Right side of the receiver has both the Kokura arsenal and Hitachi symbols followed by serial number and date code of "17.9". The chamber of the matching barrel has been welded, and it would take more than just cleaning it out to restore it, but a competent machinist could do so. The center section of the receiver, which includes the magazine well, is not present. However, otherwise this kit contains: flash hider, barrel with retention wedge, non-matching gas regulator, cylinder, bipod, matching bolt with bolt locking wedge and locking window, ejector, ejection port cover and magazine well cover, magazine catch, ejector, charging handle, operating piston, buffer, mainspring, matching lower assembly with monopod, sear safety bar and spring, and rear sight adjustment knob with retention nut. Noteworthy is the presence of an original magazine with this gun. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine original finish, with some areas of brown patina and other areas with preservative grease. Bolt and bolt face extremely fine. Bore is extremely fine shiny and bright with damaged chamber due to welding. Wood is extremely fine to near excellent. This is an extremely fine parts Type 99 parts kit and will attract the attention of a discerning collector and/or machinist with the skill to repair the chamber of this otherwise beautiful barrel. JWK 2025-05-020.

(A) VERY RARE ORIGINAL 3 INCH RIFLED U.S. NAVY CANNON FROM U.S.S. BROOKLYN IN 1880S.

Lot #1120 (Sale Order 13 of 345)

This cannon was the breech-loaded ordnance which succeeded the earlier Dahlgren boat howitzers and is clearly marked at top center between the trunnions “ 3” / RIFLE / 500LBS / NO.8 / (anchor proof)". The top of the breech is marked “ORD. DEP. U.S. N.Y. WASHINGTON”. The right trunnion is marked “463 LBS / 1881” and the left trunnion is marked “P / HLH”. This gun has a contemporary manufactured steel and brass breech block fitted to it, with breech ring included albeit not on the tube. Retaining bolts and fasteners for the breech ring are not present. Original carriage is of steel and brass construction with the brass elevation screw dated 1878 and on marked “U.S.N.Y.”. Carriage wheels are wood with steel tires and brass hubs. Right hub is “U.S.N.Y.” marked. Measures: Muzzle to trail 112". Outer hub to Outer hub 54". Height 43". Weight of tube and carriage approximately 1000 lbs. PROVENANCE: Listed as being the USS Brooklyn (serial #8); Springfield Arsenal, LLC Artillery Collection. CONDITION: Attractive black painted finish on tube withgrey green paint on steel carriage parts and wood of the wheels. Some of the brass furnishings are brightly polished while others have darker patina. Trunnions have some light pitting, but are very fine. Bore is extremely fine with some light pitting. Typical polishing of the brass as was the norm for the 19th and early 20th century navy has lightened the markings on the brass, but these markings remain discernible. This is a very rare cannon to find today and a desirable piece of antique U.S. Navy ordnance with known provenance of which U.S. Navy ship it was on. JWK 2025-05-080.

(A) EXTRAORDINARY BRITISH 19TH CENTURY CRANK FIRED RIFLE IN .50 MORSE WITH POSSIBLE CONFEDERATE CONN

Lot #1121 (Sale Order 14 of 345)

This very unusual and unique crank-fired rifle could accurately be called the pre-cursor to the crank-fired guns such as the Gatling and Hotchkiss, as well as the later designs such as the Nordenfelt and Gardner guns. This gun utilizes a detachable hand-crank to actuate a bolt which strips cartridges from a gravity-fed box magazine which drops the rounds into the feedway in the same manner as a Gatling Gun. The action is contained between two steel sideplates, and the massive wood stock is attached like a clamshell around the outside of these plates. There are four contemporary produced magazines included with this lot. There is also an adjustable wood-legged tripod with a contemporary produced head designed to hold this rifle as it is being fired. A crew of three is ideal for the firing of this weapon, which can be seen in a posted YouTube video. The bore of this rifle measures .585 inch and it has 3-groove left hand rifling. There is a crown proof mark over “16” on he ladder of the rear sight, which is graduated out to “8”. This rifle was brought to the attention of both Dolf Goldsmith, and Herbert Woodend years ago, and both of these renown researchers were very interested in it, and its origins. The rifle was disassembled, detailed photos taken and forwarded to first to Dolf, and then on to Herb Woodend. Herbert Woodend was long associated and curator at the Royal Small Arms Factory Pattern Room at Enfield north of London, and a top authority on British Small arms. Herb requested an X-ray of the barrel so that he could determine whether it was purpose-made as it is, or was a cut-down barrel. The consignor acquired and provided the X-rays, and Herbert Woodend declared the barrel to be a one-off manufactured at Enfield, and there is an Enfield Inspector’s stamp on it. Before Herb Woodend could follow-up in his research of the Enfield records, his health declined and prevented him from doing so. Dolf Goldsmith’s energy for travel and research had declined by this time as well. A chamber casting has been taken, and it is for the .58 Morse cartridge. It will also digest the .577 steel base paper cartridge round. Dolf Goldsmith was of the opinion that the design of this gun provided inspiration to Hiram Maxim and John Browning. The consignor states that he has fired over 100 rounds of .58 Morse, and over 100 rounds of .577 Snider out of this rifle. He had the magazines fabricated following the suggestions made by Dolf Goldsmith, and other gun experts. The consignor also had the tripod yoke and crank handle fabricated. He states that the gun is 100% original and has had nothing replaced or refinished except for stabilizing the 4” jagged crack on the left side of the stock. PROVENANCE: Letter from consignor in which he states that he purchased this gun from a dealer at the Denver gun collector’s show in the mid 1980s. The dealer had no information but put the consignor in touch with the person he had acquired it from in Florida. This prior owner in Florida stated he had purchased it in the mid-1950s from a small museum in Canada, which was closing and deaccessing/auctioning off all their assets. This Florida owner said there was a small plaque (now lost) which stated this was a “Confederate Gun for Bridge Defense”, and that was all that he knew about it. This Florida owner sold the gun in order to pay medical bills. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine overall. Beautiful brass shroud over the steel barrel. Massive wood stock has beautiful figure but also a 4” jagged crack on the left side. This does not appear to have affected function. Bore is fine, starting to get dark, with strong rifling. The tripod and crank handle are near excellent. Whether you accept the possibility that this rifle has some connection to the Confederate States of America or not, this rifle is still a remarkable piece regarding its design and place in historical development of repeating arms. One cannot overstate the potential significance, nor ignore the effort and quality of design and manufacture of this specimen from the 19th century. JWK 2025-05-086. Accessories: Tripod, Crank, Magazines, Brass Deflector Barrel Length: 30" Caliber/Bore: .50 Morse FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: England Model: Crank Fired Rifle Paperwork: Letter from Consignor Serial Number: NSN

CORRECTION: According to the consignor’s notes regarding communication with both Dolf Goldsmith and Herb Woodend about this gun, they both agreed that this was the first gun either had observed that used a trunnion and sideplates in its construction. From a developmental standpoint this is a significant fact, and one that needs to have attention brought to it. It is one of the major reason that both were so interested in it. It is a shame that Woodend’s declining health prevented his completing his research on this gun. Additionally, this rifle is in .58 Morse, not .50 Morse as previously stated.

(C) CESKA ZBROJOVKA SS 41 ANTI TANK RIFLE.

Lot #1122 (Sale Order 15 of 345)

Extraordinarily rare M.SS.41 anti-tank rifle as used by the Waffen SS in WWII. These anti-tank rifles were developed specifically to use the German PzB 39 7.92 x 94 mm Patr. .318 cartridge by CZ from a pre-War 15mm design (for the 15x104 mm ZB vz. 60 MG cartridge) devised for the Czech Army. One original round of ammunition is included with this gun. The M.SS.41 rifles were made during German occupation of Czechoslovakia at the Waffen Werke Brunn (Brno) facility specifically for SS formations. The M.SS.41 is one of the first small arm bullpup designs used in any major conflict. The unique action employs a forward moving barrel, operated by turning the trigger/handgrip group, with fixed standing breech having massive multi-tooth interrupted thread closure behind the magazine. Only about 3,000 are known to have been made, with probably only about a dozen surviving examples known. Left receiver is marked with the "Z" within rifle barrel trademark of Ceska Zbrojovka as well as a very prominent and orig "M.SS 41", a Nazi eagle/swastika firing proof, and the "SS" acceptance mark, a National Socialist Eagle over "SSZZA2" (SS Zentralzeugamt 2). The rifle retains its original magazine, sights, and bipod (derived from the ZB vz. 26/BREN pattern). All exterior parts appear to match the SN of the gun. No carrying handle present. Leather cover and pad not present at butt. PROVENANCE: From the personal collection of noted firearms manufacturer and enthusiast William “Bill” (Happiness is a warm machine gun) Fleming. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish a dark refinish over light pitting on exterior surfaces. Markings are very discernible. Magazine finish is consistent with the rest of this arm. Bore and chamber are near excellent, shiny and bright. Bolt face is near excellent. Locking lugs are also extremely clean. Wooden handgrip has a repaired crack with a running down the right side to a “V” towards the back with a small chip out of it. Mechanism provides a crisp and satisfying “click” when dry fired. This rifle has every indication of having been in use out in the weather, but cared for with preservative oil is the critical internal and operating parts. Wish it could talk! These rifles are extremely sought after within the WWII collecting community, and this specimen would be a great candidate for making a new barrel for recreational shooting. Note that there is a 2nd magazine for this rifle being offered as a separate lot in this auction. JWK 2025-05-084. Accessories: Cartridge Barrel Length: 36" Caliber/Bore: 7.92x94mm FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: CZ Model: SS41 Serial Number: 1817

MAGAZINE FOR RARE WWII GERMAN SS-41 ANTI-TANK RIFLE.

Lot #1123 (Sale Order 16 of 345)

This is a magazine, less the floorplate, for the Ceska Zbrojovka (German occupied during WWII) factory manufactured SS-41 anti-tank rifle. One of these rare rifles is also offered in this same auction. CONDITION: Near excellent original blue finish with a small area of brown patina on the right side. This is an exceptionally rare magazine assembly for an exceptionally rare and desirable anti-tank rifle. If you have the rifle without a magazine, this is what you have been waiting for. JWK 2025-05-006.

OVERSIZED BROWNING 1919 CLASSROOM TRAINER AND MACHINE GUN MODEL.

Lot #1124 (Sale Order 17 of 345)

Designed as a training aid for classroom instruction, these 200% scale cutaway models display all of the gun internals for the GI. The parts all move like the real thing with reduced spring weight for ease of use. It is finished in matte gray with the cut outs painted in red to highlight the internals. Gun measures approximately 78" and currently rests on a sturdy display manufactured by The Reflectone Corp. with original National Guard identification tag on mount base. CONDITION: Good, all surfaces could use a good professional cleaning, and areas of oxidation throughout most noticeable at charging handle. Action functions when cycled by hand, however, does not feed the next dummy round and would require additional attention. An attractive display. This is not a standard shippable item and will require 3rd party shipping or pickup arrangements to be made.

OVERSIZED M1 CARBINE CUTAWAY CLASSROOM TRAINER.

Lot #1125 (Sale Order 18 of 345)

Designed as a training aid for classroom instruction, these 200% scale cutaway models display all of the gun internals for the GI. The parts all move like the real thing with reduced spring weight for ease of use. It is finished in matte gray with the cut outs painted in red to highlight the internals. CONDITION: Good, all surfaces could use a good professional cleaning with light oxidation throughout. Action cycles appropriately by hand. Stock has a crack on the right side near wrist. No magazine present. An attractive display. This is not a standard shippable item and will require 3rd party shipping or pickup arrangements to be made.

OVERSIZED M1 CARBINE CUTAWAY CLASSROOM TRAINER.

Lot #1126 (Sale Order 19 of 345)

Designed as a training aid for classroom instruction, these 200% scale cutaway models display all of the gun internals for the GI. The parts all move like the real thing with reduced spring weight for ease of use. It is finished in matte gray with the cut outs painted in red to highlight the internals. CONDITION: Good, all surfaces could use a good professional cleaning with light oxidation throughout. Action cycles appropriately by hand. Stock has a crack on the right side near wrist. An attractive display. This is not a standard shippable item and will require 3rd party shipping or pickup arrangements to be made.

OVERSIZED BROWNING BAR CUTAWAY CLASSROOM TRAINER.

Lot #1127 (Sale Order 20 of 345)

Designed for classroom instruction on the function of service weapons, this 95", 200% upscaled model of the iconic 1918A2 Browning Automatic Rifle features cutaways with functional moving internal components. Painted cast aluminum construction throughout, complete with magazine. CONDITION: Fair, with wear and paint flaking throughout. A desirable classroom cutaway. This is not a standard shippable item and will require 3rd party shipping or pickup arrangements to be made.

(C) FINE AND RARE WWII DEUTSCHE-INDUSTRIE-WERKE VG2 VOLKSSTURMGEWEHR RIFLE WITH VOLKSSTURM UNIFORM G

Lot #1128 (Sale Order 21 of 345)

As allied forces pushed and broke through into Germany in the fall of 1944 it became clear desperate measures needed to be taken to defend Germany, including the establishment of a home guard comprised of those too old or otherwise unfit for standard military service. On September 25, Hitler announced the formation of the Volkssturm or "peoples assault". It was determined several million rifles and pistols would be needed to arm the irregular troops, a daunting task for the crumbling Reich and a number of simplified "last ditch" weapons were developed. The Walther Volksgewehr, the VG1, was initially selected in December 1944 although despite its simple design was eventually determined to be too difficult to produce by some. The VG2 designed by Deutsche-Industrie-Werke AG of Berlin was also approved for limited production and issue in January of 1945. This rather early example is marked on the right side of the receiver with a partial chd ordnance code for Deutsche-Industrie-Werke as well as a boxed "56", possibly an acceptance stamp. As is correct on these early guns there is no VG2 designation stamp. The receiver is constructed of blued steel stamped and welded in place. The simplified bolt action with matching numbered bolt feeds from detachable K.43 magazines, this example with ordnance manufacturer code "aye". The blued 1941 dated "cky" Krupp code Luftwaffe machine gun barrel is correctly counterbored and turned down at the muzzle to accept a grenade launcher. Blade front sight with pinned sheet steel hood. 2-piece drift adjustable u-notch rear sight. Plain 2-piece wood stocks with cupped butt plate. Rifle is currently fitted with an original "L&F" marked leather sling. PROVENANCE: Ex Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess Collection. This example is also pictured and described on page 178 of "Desperate Measures" by W. Darrin Weaver. This fine Volksturmgewher is accompanied by a Volkssturm uniform and accouterments. The Volkssturm Gewehr Tunic belonged former Feldwebel Klaus Edenbacher of the 246th Inf Division. During late 1943 Feldwebel Edenbacher was wounded during the fighting outside and around the Kiev Region and sent to a military hospital for the majority of 1944. Following the formation of the Volkssturm he was assigned as a Zugführer and an instructor. During his time with the Wermacht and 246th Infantry he was awarded the Iron Cross Second Class, Infantry Assault Badge, Black and Silver Wound Badges, and the Combat Clasp in Bronze. The Tunic is the only piece attributed to Klaus Edenbacher directly and exhibits Zugfuhrer rank insignia. The remainder of this set includes all original military issue components including M40 Field Trousers, Jackboots with the original soles and hobnailing, M43 Heer Field Cap (stamped “54” with faint maker stamping), M31 Mess Kit, M31 Breadbag, M31 Canteen, 2 G43 Magazine Pouches, WWII Issued German Wermacht Belt Buckle and Belt, Volkssturm Armband, Iron Cross Second Class, Infantry Assault Badge, Black and Silver Wound Badges (Silver is marked “L/13” for Meybauer), and Combat Clasp in Bronze. The uniform set was assembled by Archival Arms, and the Iron Cross has a small scanned piece of newspaper with it attributing it to Ernst Albat. CONDITION: Fine. Barrel retains nearly all of its original blue with scattered marks. Receiver likewise retains approximately 90% blue with some high edge wear and older oxidation spotting, especially on the left side. Stocks have a few impressions and a small 1/2" hairline split on the forend, but are otherwise very fine. Crisp, bright bore. Fine mechanics. The various pieces of uniform and insignia exhibit scattered blemishes and patina. An outstanding example of a very scarce and desirable last ditch World War II German rifle offered here with a great Volkssturm uniform grouping to display with it. Accessories: Uniform and Accessories Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: 8mm Mauser FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Deutsche Industrie Werk AG Model: VG2 Serial Number: 7797

(C) VERY RARE AND HIGHLY DESIRABLE JAPANESE TYPE 5 GARAND SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE SERIAL NUMBER 13 WITH

Lot #1129 (Sale Order 22 of 345)

Much like the United States and other powers, Japan began experimenting with semi-automatic rifles in the interwar period to replace or supplement their bolt action arms. Japanese firms and arsenals produced several prototype autoloaders based on the American Pederson toggle lock rifle and Czech ZH-29. Put on hold with the outbreak of war with China in 1937, Japanese production of bolt action rifles continued through World War II. By 1936, the US had already adopted the semi-automatic M1 Garand as its standard battle rifle, seeing service in the Pacific as well as Europe. Somewhat under gunned, the Japanese reopened experimentation mid-War and among other options explored a domestic produced adaptation of the American Garand in standard Japanese 7.7mm chambering. Known as the Type 5, approximately 125 were assembled beginning in 1944. This outstanding, experimental example is numbered "13" on the underside of the barrel. Arsenal applied matte black finish throughout. Front sight is an Arisaka style protected blade. Rear tangent sight graduated to 1200 meters with a very fine peep aperture. Action operates nearly identically to a standard American Garand although the 8-round enbloc clip is replaced with a fixed internal 10-round magazine which extends past the woodline. Receiver is equipped with a stripper clip guide to make loading more efficient. Stock is of WWII Japanese form with red lacquer finish, forend finger groove, steel tang straps, sling swivels, and a cupped butt plate. This example is accompanied by an original March 14, 1946 dated capture certificate listing "ONE JAPANESE RIFLE" as the possession of Colonel Walter D. Buie, as well as a period shipping crate addressed to Major Walter Buie at Fort Leavenworth and also his wife in North Carolina. Born in Georgia in 1900, Buie graduated from West Point in 1920. He commanded the 272nd Infantry Regiment of the 69th Division, the Battle Axe Regiment, where he saw action through the German surrender in WWII. With the capitulation of Germany, Buie left his post with the 272 and joined the 25th Division as Chief of Staff in the Pacific. It is believed he acquired this rare prototype during his service. CONDITION: Fine. Approximately 90% of the original matte finish is retained with some rubs and scratches, especially on the magazine. Stock shows scattered scuffs and dings. Crisp well defined bore with some residue in the grooves. Fine mechanics. A truly outstanding and well documented example of one of the great WWII firearm rarities. Barrel Length: 23" Caliber/Bore: 7.7x58mm FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Japan Model: Type 5 Paperwork: Provenance Serial Number: 13

(C) RARE AND HIGHLY DESIRABLE CZECH CZ ZH-29 SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE.

Lot #1130 (Sale Order 23 of 345)

Introduced in 1929 in hopes of securing foreign military contracts. Its open bolt gas operated tilting action was designed by Emmanuel Holek, brother of ZB-26 machine gun inventor Vaclav Holek. In the interwar period it was trialed by numerous countries including the United States, and was fielded by China and Ethiopia. Constructed from plum finished milled steel, the action uses a unique offset locking bolt. To compensate for the offset bolt, the drift adjustable blade front sight and 1600 meter tangent rear are also offset. Right side of the receiver is stamped with the 3-line CZ Brno address. The serial number, model designation and Czech rampant lion proof are also stamped on the top rear flat. 2-piece oiled walnut forend with a distinctive finned aluminum heat sink. The walnut pistol grip stock is fitted with a ribbed steel butt plate. Includes 1 circle "Z" marked 10-round magazine as well as a period tan leather military sling. CONDITION: Very good. Metal components retain the vast majority of their factory plum finish with areas of thinning on the receiver. Bolt has some discoloration spots from age. Stocks are good with some expected scattered impressions. Bore is well defined with some mild frosting. Smooth mechanics. A very nice example of an extremely desirable interwar self-loading military rifle. Barrel Length: 23" Caliber/Bore: 8mm Mauser FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: CZ Model: ZH-29 Paperwork: Previous Listing Serial Number: 10209

(C) KOISHIKAWA GRANDPA NAMBU SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH STOCK HOLSTER.

Lot #1131 (Sale Order 24 of 345)

The Model A 1902 Nambu is better known as the "Grandpa" Nambu. They were accepted for service in 1904, with production delayed until 1906. They were produced at Koishikawa Arsenal in Tokyo and were available for both commercial and private officer purchase. While the Army allowed officers to purchase the pistol privately, they were prohibitively expensive, and only approximately 2400 were manufactured before production ceased. The "grandpa" is further distinguished by the small trigger guard (which has also led to the nickname "peanut guard"), wood bottom magazine, and slot for a holster/stock; a concept similar to the Mauser C96, which influenced some of the designs of internals as well. Matching serial numbers observed on bolt lock, firing pin carrier, interior of cocking knob, recoil spring guide, twice on bolt, locking block, barrel assembly on fore lug, right side of frame, both grip scales, and magazine. Trigger appears to also be numbered correctly, but is partially blocked by guard. Stock numbered on iron and at shoulder loop to a different gun, 2043. CONDITION: Very good as period refinished. Retains the vast majority of the period bluing with some scattered handling marks and some fine oxidation to muzzle and at bolt lock sleeve. Some surface mossing to frame and thinning to sharp edges. Grips very good with some scattered handing marks and abraded heads. Mechanically fine, bore with strong rifling and mild frosting. Stock/holster very good with handling marks and impressions throughout, and attaches firmly. Some scattered oxidation to attachment shaft. Accessories: Stock Holster Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: 8mm Nambu FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Koishikawa Model: Grandpa Nambu Serial Number: 109

(C) OUTSTANDING NAGOYA TYPE 2 PARATROOPER BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1132 (Sale Order 25 of 345)

Production of the Type 2 paratrooper rifle began in 1943 featuring a simplified central takedown system. This pristine example remains in standard configuration with full blued finish, protected blade front sight, anti-aircraft rear sight, finger groove handguard, and two piece butt stock. Intact imperial chrysanthemum. Matching "547" assembly numbers observed on both sections of the takedown device. The matching "924" last 2 digits of the serial number also observed on bolt components and front band. Complete with original canvas sling. CONDITION: Excellent, likely un-issued. Approximately 98% original blue. Stocks are fine with light impressions. Bright bore. Fine bolt face showing very little use, possibly only factory proofing. Fine mechanics. Sling mounts retains significant portions of black painted finish. Sling webbing is largely clean with a few oxidation stains. A truly outstanding example of a very desirable WWII rifle that would be difficult to improve on. Barrel Length: 25" Caliber/Bore: 7.7x58mm Arisaka FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Nagoya Model: Type 2 Serial Number: 8924

(C) SERIES 1 NAGOYA ARSENAL TYPE 97 BOLT ACTION SNIPER RIFLE.

Lot #1133 (Sale Order 26 of 345)

Based on the Japanese Type 38 Arisaka, the Type 97 proved an effective sniper rifle during World War II producing little flash or smoke from the smaller 6.5x50mm round. This nice example of the first series rifle is finished in standard military brushed blue. The protected blade front sight and 2000 meter ladder rear sights are superseded by a first series marked 2.5X quick detach scope numbered 13807. Scope is finished in gloss black and fitted with a still pliable rubber eye cup. Imperial chrysanthemum has been mostly defaced on the receiver ring leaving a small area around it without finish. Bolt has an appropriately turned down handle with matching serial number. Standard military stocks and mounts, the bayonet lug marked with matching serial number. A commercial leather scope case is also included. CONDITION: Fine. Rifle retains bountiful amounts of original finish with some mild wear and an area of loss around the Chrysanthemum. Stocks have scattered impressions throughout with added finish. Very good, bright bore. Fine mechanics. Scope retains the vast majority of its original finish with some chips and other moderate wear. Optic remains clear for its age with only light clouding. A nice example of a desirable WWII sniper. Accessories: Optic Case Barrel Length: 31" Caliber/Bore: 6.5x50mm FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Nagoya Arsenal Model: Type 97 Serial Number: 520

(C) MASUER S/42 CODE K98 BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1134 (Sale Order 27 of 345)

Manufactured in 1938 prior to WWII. Early configuration with ramped blade front sight, tangent rear, rebuild numbered walnut stock, milled bands, Chinese marked bottom metal, and flat buttplate. Barrel marked at a later date with fantasy Dachau attributed "SS2" Totenkopf and "SS" Totenkopf death's head stamps. Import marked on the underside of barrel with mixed serial numbers. Includes muzzle cover. CONDITION: Fair. Portions of arsenal applied blue is retained throughout with fading and wear. Stock has been lightly sanded, some markings obscured and partially refreshed. A repair also present on the forend at the sling band with a piece of wood added. Worn, frosted bore. Fine mechanics. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: 8mm Mauser FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Mauser Model: K98 Serial Number: 4861k

(C) LATE WAR BERLIN-LUEBECKER "QVE 45" CODE K.43 SEMI-AUTOMATIC SNIPER RIFLE.

Lot #1135 (Sale Order 28 of 345)

Produced in early 1945, Berlin-Luebecker continued production of the K.43 as Germany collapsed until May 2, just days before surrender. Fitted with late unthreaded blued barrel with classic hooded blade front sight on a stepped base. 1200 meter tangent rear sight. Scope rail is also mounted with a ddx code GW ZF4 scope serial number "41640" on a eagle over "359" inspected base. Includes reproduction scope covers. Rough forged single guide rail receiver with eagle over "214" inspection. Matching numbered bolt carrier with hold open. Matching numbers also found on the bolt, locking lugs, extractor, and firing pin housing in electro pencil. Laminate stock set with matching serial number stamped on the toeline and a carved "W" on the right side. Cupped tool trap butt plate. Includes 1 10-round "gcb" code K43 magazine, as well as a replica leather sling, reprint manual, and spare firing pin. CONDITION: Very good. Rifle retains the vast majority of its original arsenal blue with some fading and age spots. Stock has been lightly sanded, only ghosts of the stamped eagles visible on the right side. Very good, bright bore with some light frosting. Appears to cycle correctly when worked by hand. Optic is clear for its age. A nice example. Accessories: Parts Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: 8mm Mauser FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Berlin-Lubecker Model: K.43 Paperwork: Previous Listing Serial Number: 7782a

(C) FINE US WWI WINCHESTER MODEL 1897 SLIDE ACTION TRENCH SHOTGUN.

Lot #1136 (Sale Order 29 of 345)

Per an included copy of a 2023 dated Cody factory letter, the serial number was applied to this Model 1897 on February 23, 1918. This example number E676507 falls well within World War I trench gun contract production, the generally accepted production block running from E613000 to E705000. Finished in standard Winchester blue, this shotgun is fitted with a correct 20" cylinder choked barrel. The 6 row perforated heat shield bears early "PAT. APPL. FOR" marking above the bayonet lug. Receiver is marked on the right side ahead of the ejection port with a "US" and flaming bomb, the "US" characteristically misaligned. Grooved oiled walnut slide. Plain walnut pistol grip stock with rear sling swivel and checkered hard rubber WRACO butt plate. A "US" proofed 1917 Remington bayonet with olive leather scabbard is included. CONDITION: Very good. The vast majority of the factory applied blued finishes are retained with some areas of light wear and browning, especially on the top of the receiver which has largely drifted to patina. Stocks have some expected scattered impressions and a hairline slit at the wrist. A small chip present at the toe of the butt plate. Bright and shiny bore with evidence of use. Fine mechanics. A nice, honest example of perhaps the most iconic World War I American small arm. Accessories: Bayonet Barrel Length: 20" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: CYL FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 gauge Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1897 Paperwork: Factory Letter Copy Serial Number: E676507

(C) CASED DWM MODEL 1902 LUGER CARBINE SEMI-AUTOMATIC.

Lot #1137 (Sale Order 30 of 345)

This is one of the early Luger carbines in the 21000 serial number range. Ramp front sight and a 3-position rear sight. Strawed small parts. Checkered forend. BUG proofed. Front and rear sling swivels. Dished toggles. DWM in script on the front toggle link. Stamped in the commercial style. Matching serial numbers on the rear underside of the barrel and on the frame extension. Last 3 serial numbers on the rear toggle link. The last 2 numbers on the inside channel of the front stock, take down lever, side plate, trigger, grip safety, bottom of the front toggle link and the grips. Reproduction detachable checkered stock with a 2-screw iron and a horn butt plate. It comes in a modern leather bound case with a blue interior. CONDITION: This gun retains the vast majority of the original applied blue and straw finish. The front grip strap is thinning. The checkering on the grips and fore stock is sharp and crisp. The bore has some frosting in the lands and grooves. The rear stock is like new. The case shows some scratches. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 11 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: 7.65mm Luger FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: DWM Model: 1902 Paperwork: Provenance Serial Number: 21692

(A) CASED LOEWE C93 BORCHARDT SEMI AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH SHOULDER STOCK.

Lot #1138 (Sale Order 31 of 345)

Rare and desirable cased Borchardt C-93 pistol, with only about 3000 of these manufactured between Loewe and DWM. The design was developed by Hugo Borchardt, an American, who followed the same principle as the toggle lock system of the Maxim machine gun. This is an all matching numbers gun in an original leather bound case with nickel fittings. The gun comes with an original numbered stock, cheek piece, holster, cleaning kit, tools and 2 extra magazines. It is BUG proofed on the left side of the barrel, BU proofed on the left side of the chamber, and marked "WAFFENFABRIK / LOEWE / BERLIN" on top of the chamber; "D.R.P. / No.75837" on the toggle. "SYSTEM BORCHARDT. PATENT." on the right side of the receiver. This gun would be the centerpiece of most collections. CONDITION: This gun is in spectacular condition and retains the vast majority of the lustrous blue finish with nitre blue small parts. There is some slight holster wear and high edge wear. 2-piece checkered wood grip panels. The checkering is sharp and crisp with an uncheckered border. The left grip has a small chip at the top of the grip. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. Original stock shows a few handling marks and dings. The holster shows leather checking, and the stitching is tight and serviceable. The exterior of the original case shows storage marks and the carry handle is broken. The green interior shows wear. The case has protected this gun for the last 125 years for it to be in this condition. Accessories: Case, extra mags and accesories Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: 7.65mm Borchardt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Ludwig Loewe & Company Model: C93 Serial Number: 664

CORRECTION: This is an antique, not a C&R as previously stated.

(C) RARE STOEGER MARKED DWM MODEL 1920 AMERICAN EAGLE COMMERCIAL LUGER WITH 6" BARREL.

Lot #1139 (Sale Order 32 of 345)

The safety is marked SAFE in the upper position. DWM in scroll on the front toggle link. American Eagle over the chamber. It is GERMANY export marked on the right side of the receiver and the front of the frame below the serial number. On the right side of the receiver is "A.F. STOEGER IN / NEW YORK.". The front sight has been changed to a brass bead sight. Two piece checkered wood grips. Nickel magazine with a blank wood bottom. Strawed small parts. This gun is featured on page 759 of The Borchardt & Luger Automatic Pistols by Joachim Gortz & DR. Geoffrey Sturgess. The barrel was probably installed by Stoeger. Ex: Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: This gun retains the vast majority of the blue and straw finish. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. Checkering on the grips is sharp and crisp. Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: 7.65mm Luger FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: DWM Model: 1920 Commercial Paperwork: Previous Listing Serial Number: 1017u

(C) DWM MODEL 1902 FAT BARREL AMERICAN EAGLE COMMERCIAL LUGER SEMI AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1140 (Sale Order 33 of 345)

Made in Germany for the US market. It is an all matching numbers gun. DWM in scroll on the front toggle link. American eagle over the chamber. 1902 pattern gun with dished toggles, flat mainspring and a grip safety. Two piece checkered wood grips and strawed small parts. Nickel magazine with CAL 9MM on the wood bottom. It comes in a brown 1943 dated police holster with a loading tool. This gun has been professionally restored. CONDITION: This gun retains virtually all of the restored blue and straw finish. There is some slight high edge wear. The checkering on the grips is sharp and crisp. There are no chips or cracks in the grips. Good bore with well defined lands and grooves. The holster is in very good condition with tight and serviceable stitching. A hard to find gun that would be a great addition to any collection. Accessories: Holster Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: 9mm Luger FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: DWM Model: 1902 Serial Number: 22832

(C) 1917 DATED DWM LP.08 ARTILLERY LUGER SEMI AUTOMATIC PISTOL

Lot #1141 (Sale Order 34 of 345)

DWM in script on the front toggle link. Dated 1917 over the chamber. Fine tune front and rear sights. Straw colored small parts. Two piece checkered wood grips. The side plate, stock and the magazine are mismatched. It comes with a first model snail drum magazine and stock and holster. The holster is marked "HINKEL & ORVILLE / OFFENBOCHAM / 1915". The shoulder strap is there but is broken. The iron boot is missing. Inside of the holster is a cleaning rod and a loading tool. CONDITION: This gun retains the vast majority of the original factory applied blue and straw finish. The checkering on the grips is sharp and crisp. The bore is dark and has some light pitting in the lands and grooves. The leather holster shows some crazing and staining. The stitching is tight and serviceable. The snail drum magazine retains most of the original finish. You can see the brown patina starting to come through the finish. Accessories: Leather holster with stock, Snail drum mag Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: 9mm FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: DWM Model: LP.08 Serial Number: 7845b

(C) RARE MANUFRANCE IMPORTER MARKED BARREL DWM 1906 COMMERCIAL LUGER.

Lot #1142 (Sale Order 35 of 345)

BUG proofs and full SN on bottom of the barrel. Top of barrel is roll die marked “Manufacture Francaise d’Armes & Cycles de St Etienne” and the toe of the grip bears the stamped Manufrance inventory number 5680. DWM scroll on front toggle link. BU proofed toggle assembly. BU proofs on left receiver. Numbered parts are all matching. Checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. Plain wood bottom magazine. This gun is featured on pp. 274, 603, 606, and 1088 of Borchardt & Luger Automatic Pistols by Joachim Gortz and Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: Excellent condition. This gun retains the vast majority of the original applied blue finish, with normal sharp edge and corner wear. Very minor ding on bottom of bbl. Grip straps are just starting to fade. 90% straw with very light corrosion. Grips are lightly worn and oil soaked with wood grain still visible. Magazine bottom is excellent with very little wear. Body is corroding with light pitting on spine. Bore is bright and sharp with very light frosting. Mechanics are excellent. Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: 9mm Luger FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: DWM Model: 1906 Paperwork: Information Serial Number: 47549

(C) DWM COMERCIAL 1906 NAVY 9MM LUGER SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1143 (Sale Order 36 of 345)

All matching numbers gun that is numbered in the commercial style. The interesting thing about this gun is that it has no military or commercial proof marks. On page 92 of the book Lugers at Random, there is a note that states " examples without proofing noted". DWM in script over the front toggle link. It has an inverted V front sight and a two position V notch rear sight. Long frame with straw small parts. Two piece checkered wood grips that are numbered to the gun. Grip safety and thumb safety lever. CONDITION: This gun retains the vast majority of the original factory applied blue finish. It has some high edge wear. The straw parts are faded but show some straw color. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. The checkering on the grips shows some wear. The left grip has a chip under the safety lever. The magazine has been cleaned. Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: 9mm FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: DWM Model: 1906 Comercial Navy Serial Number: 2491

(C) UNIT MARKED DWM MODEL 1906 NAVY LUGER SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH STOCK.

Lot #1144 (Sale Order 37 of 345)

This gun is unit marked W.K.7679 on the backstrap. This unit mark is for Werft zu Kiel or Dockyard Kiel. It is a 1st Issue Altered variation with the safety altered. Crown over M Naval acceptance proofs on the left side of the receiver, left side of the breech block and on the barrel. DWM in script on the front toggle link. Straw small parts. Inverted V front sight and a two position 100 - 200 meter rear sight. Long frame with a grip safety. Two piece checkered wood grips. All matching numbers gun except the magazine. The magazine is a correct style Navy magazine that is numbered 4704. It comes with a Navy stock that is number 691b. it has a crown m proof on the disk but no unit mark. Someone has sanded of the proof next to the disk. CONDITION: This gun retains generous amounts of the original blue finish. It has high edge wear. The barrel is thinning and has some grey brown patina showing. The front and rear grip straps are in the white. The strawed parts have very little original straw color. The checkering on the grips show some normal wear. The bore has frosting in the lands and grooves. The stock is in fair condition with some normal dings and dents. The iron has been dinged up on the top. Accessories: Stock Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: 9mm Luger FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: DWM Model: 1906 Navy Serial Number: 2900

(C) FIRST ISSUE DWM MODEL 1906 NAVY LUGER SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1145 (Sale Order 38 of 345)

Professionally refinished. All matching numbers gun with the correct crown M acceptance marks on the left side of the receiver. DWM in scroll on the front toggle link. Strawed small parts. Two piece checkered wood grips. Grip safety. GESICHERT in the lower position by the safety lever. Two position 100 meter and 200 meter rear sight. CONDITION: This gun retains virtually all of the aftermarket applied blue finish. The grips are new and have sharp and crisp checkering. The barrel is also new and has sharp lands and grooves. Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: 9mm Luger FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: DWM Model: 1906 Navy Paperwork: Previous Listing Serial Number: 467a

(C) K DATE MAUSER S/42 CODE P.08 LUGER SEMI AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1146 (Sale Order 39 of 345)

This is a 2nd sub variation of the rare K date Luger. It has the mixed gothic S and regular S stamped on the different parts. Gothic S/42 on the toggle and a K on top of the chamber. It has the early Mauser K date proofs on the right side of the receiver. This is an all matching numbers gun except the magazine. The magazine is to a K date and is numbered "S / 505 / +". It also has the early Mauser K date proof on it. The hold open and the grips are not numbered. Strawed small parts. It comes in the correct holster for a K date. The holster has a brass tipped cleaning rod and an "S/42" marked takedown tool in the lid of the holster. The holster is maker marked, "AUWAERTER & BUBECK / A.G. / STUTTGART / 1934". There is a WaA101 proof mark. CONDITION: This gun retains most of the original blue finish. There is holster wear and high edge wear. The grip straps are thinning. The bore has some light frosting in the lands and grooves. Checkering on the grips shows a little wear. The left grip has a chip under the safety lever. The holster is very solid with tight and serviceable stitching. A very desirable K date rig. Accessories: Holster Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: 9mm Luger FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Mauser Model: P.08 Paperwork: Previous Listing Serial Number: 2617

(C) DWM AMERICAN EAGLE MODEL 1906 LUGER SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH HOLSTER.

Lot #1147 (Sale Order 40 of 345)

1906 American Eagle luger with Ideal stock, holster and grips. DWM in script on the front toggle link. American Eagle over the chamber. All matching numbers gun. Nickel magazine with an unnumbered wood bottom. Strawed small parts, Ideal two piece wood grips. It comes with a restored Ideal stock and holster combination. CONDITION: This gun retains the vast majority of the blue and straw finish. Bright and shiny bore with strong lands and grooves. Grips are in good condition with a few scratches and impression. The holster has had the leather replaced and the frame of the stock is re-blued. Accessories: Holster Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: 7.65mm Luger FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: DWM Model: 1906 American Eagle Serial Number: 35827

(C) PERSIAN CONTRACT MAUSER LP.08 9MM SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL

Lot #1148 (Sale Order 41 of 345)

Manufactured by Mauser for military contract sales to Iran. Features include; round barrel with dovetailed inverted V front sight, nine position adjustable rear sight at rear of barrel, wood checkered grips. Iranian crest above chamber. All writing and numbers are in Farsi characters. There were 2,000 of these manufactured; 1,000 in 8" barrel length and 1,000 in 4" barrel length and delivered in two shipments. Very few of these have made it to the U.S. market. Great bore with sharp lands and grooves. Gun has been restored and retains approximately 95% of the non-original applied blue finish with strawed small parts. Oberndorf proofs on left side of receiver, breach block and front sight base. Matching nickel magazine with aluminum bottom. Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: 9mm FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Mauser Model: LP.08 Serial Number: 3439

(C) MAUSER BYF CODE BLACK WIDOW P.08 LUGER SEMI AUTOMATIC PISTOL (1941).

Lot #1149 (Sale Order 42 of 345)

byf code on the front toggle link. 41 date over the chamber. All matching numbers gun. Black plastic checkered grips. FXO magazine with a black plastic bottom. CONDITION: This gun retains the vast majority of the original factory applied finish. There is some holster and high edge wear. The checkering on the grips is sharp and crisp. There are no chips or cracks in the grips. Good bore with sharp lands and grooves. Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: 9mm Luger FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Mauser Model: P.08 Serial Number: 3717u

(C) 1942 EAGLE L POLICE MAUSER BANNER P.08 LUGER SEMI AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH HOLSTER.

Lot #1150 (Sale Order 43 of 345)

Mauser banner with an Eagle L proof and a sear safety. All matching numbers gun including both correct FXO numbered magazines. Mauser Banner on the front toggle link. Small 1942 date over the chamber. Two piece checkered wood grips. It comes in a black military World War II holster with white stitching. The holster was manufactured by dkk / 42. The extra magazine and loading tool are in the holster. CONDITION: This gun retains the vast majority of the factory original blue finish. There is some high edge and holster wear. The checkering on the grips is sharp and crisp. There are no chips or cracks in the grips. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. The holster is a high condition holster with tight and survivable stitching. This is a fantastic all original luger that would be a great addition to any collection. Accessories: Holster Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: 9mm Luger FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Mauser Model: P.08 Serial Number: 2889y

(C) POLICE MAUSER BANNER P.08 LUGER SEMI AUTOMATIC PISTOL (1940).

Lot #1151 (Sale Order 44 of 345)

Mauser banner on the front toggle link with 1940 date over chamber. "(Eagle) / L" police proof mark on the right side of the receiver. All matching numbers gun, including the aluminum bottom magazine. Police sear safety on the left side of the receiver. Two piece checkered wood grips. CONDITION: This gun retains the vast majority of the original applied blue finish. There is some high edge wear and holster wear. Grips are sharp and crisp. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: 9mm Luger FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Mauser Model: P.08 Serial Number: 3939x

(C) MAUSER DUTCH NAVY CONTRACT P.08 LUGER WITH HOLSTER.

Lot #1152 (Sale Order 45 of 345)

Exceptional Dutch Navy contract luger. Mauser banner on the front toggle link. 1939 over the chamber. RUST with an arrow pointing downward above the safety lever. Oberndorf proof on the front sight base, left side of receiver and on the left side of the breach block. Geladen on both sides of the extractor. All matching numbers gun. It has two matching magazines. These are correctly unnumbered FXO style magazines with aluminum bottoms. This exceptional gun comes in a stunning Dutch Navy holster with the correct cleaning rod and loading tool. The holster has a brass tag on the front with number 8 on it. CONDITION: This gun retains vast amounts of the original factory applied blue finish. There is some high edge wear and holster wear. Straw parts show some wear. The checkering on the grips is sharp and crisp. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. The holster is in outstanding condition with tight and serviceable stitching. There is a small spot of leather crazing at the toe of the holster. A rare gun that would go great in any collection. Accessories: Holster Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: 9mm FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Mauser Model: P.08 Serial Number: 2436v

(C) SIMSON S CODE P.08 LUGER SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1153 (Sale Order 46 of 345)

Rare and desirable S code Simson luger. According to the book "SIMSON LUGERS" on page 33 it states that only about 1000 S toggle guns were ever produced. This is one of the last ones manufactured. The highest serial number recorded is 1888a. This is an all matching numbered gun to include the magazine. Strawed small parts. Two piece checkered wood grips. Nickel plated magazine with an aluminum bottom. Almost every part has an Eagle 6 simpson proof. It comes in a police holster that is marked "ROBERT LARSON / BERLIN / 1934" with a starburst L proofmark. CONDITION: This gun retains virtually all of the original factory applied blue and straw finish. There are a few spots of high edge wear. The checkering on the grips is sharp and crisp. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. The holster is in very good condition showing some wear at the corners of the holster. The stitching is tight and serviceable. An outstanding luger that is highly desirable. Accessories: Holster Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: 9mm Luger FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Simson Model: P.08 Paperwork: Previous Listing Serial Number: 1862a

(C) RARE SWEDISH CONTRACT PRE-WAR WALTHER MODEL HP SEMI AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1154 (Sale Order 47 of 345)

This was part of a contract from Walther for the Swedish military, beginning in 1939 until the World War II broke out. Often referred to as a Pre P-38. Approximately 1500 guns were made. The Swedish military number "I17 No 31" is stamped on left side of slide along with Mod HP. Left side of slide has the Walther banner with standard legend. This serial number falls into correct range. It is finished in a commercial high polish blue with checkered black plastic grips. Inside each panel is proofed with four mold marks including a small circle with "CEWE", "480", "V7/Z3" and a number "1". The magazine is number 1781. CONDITION: Excellent. Retains at least 90%+ bright blue with scattered minor handling marks and minor high edge holster wear. Grips are excellent. Bore is bright. Barrel Length: 4 - 7/8" Caliber/Bore: 9mm FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Walther Model: HP Serial Number: H1595

(C) BEN SHOSTLE ENGRAVED ARTILLERY LUGER P-08 SEMI AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1155 (Sale Order 48 of 345)

DWM in script on the front toggle link. 1916 over the chamber. Fine tune front and rear sights. Two piece stag grip panels. Wood bottom magazine with matching number. Mostly matching numbers gun. The trigger is mismatched. Engraved by Master Engraver Ben Shostle. Shostle was a founding member of the Firearms Engravers Guild of America and served as the president. He went blind before he passed away in 2006. There is about 80% coverage. It has a deep foliate pattern with a punch dot background and borders. There are several other geometric designs incorporated into the engraving. It is signed on the left rear of the frame. CONDITION: This gun retains virtually all of the aftermarket applied nickel finish. The grips fit the gun well. The bore is dark with pitting in the lands and grooves. Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: 9mm FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: DWM Model: LP.08 Serial Number: 6946

(C) BELGIAN DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER SIMILAR TO JAPANESE TYPE 26 REVOLVER.

Lot #1156 (Sale Order 49 of 345)

This is an antique Belgian manufactured revolver which has many design features very similar to the Japanese Type 26 revolver. This gun has a circle around “ELG” proof as well as an “N” with a star on the cylinder. Barrel has “2” on the underside forward of the hinge, and a “6” on the on the left side above the hinge. Interesting similarities to the Japanese Type 26 include: rotating side plate removable without tools by unscrewing the lanyard ring, cylinder stop notches, free-wheeling cylinder when fired, shape of trigger, and trigger guard. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is very good with extremely fine (about 80%) original blue finish with some scattered loss of finish on the right side of the frame and cylinder. Forward and back straps, lanyard ring and stud have some brown patina. Very Good with Excellent sharp rifling. Grips are remarkably fine. Bore is very good with clean sharp rifling. Mechanics are fine. Holster for this gun is extremely fine, still supple, with no cracking on the cover strap or hinge. There are two cartouches inside the flap which are too faint to read. The cartridge loops are large. Although this Revolver was made in Belgium the similarities to the Japanese Type 26 are too numerous to ignore. There were various designs of revolvers in Belgium manufactured in .44 Russian but few have the distinctive shape of Hammer rear base, pinless side plates, pivoting left side plate, barrel shape, trigger shape, and grip checkering/ shape of this revolver. This is a wonderful opportunity for the discerning revolver collector. JWK 2025-05-083. Accessories: Holster Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .44 Russian FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Belgium Model: Top Break Serial Number: NSN

(C) WORLD WAR I ENGLISH SHIPPED ROYAL AIR FORCE COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL 1911.455 ELEY SEMI-AUTOMATIC P

Lot #1157 (Sale Order 50 of 345)

Between January 22nd, 1918, and April 28nd, 1919, 10,000 pistols were shipped to the Royal Air Force, and many were issued to pilots of the Royal Air Force; this one is stamped RAF on the left side of slide. The serial number has the W prefix and stamped "Not English Made" on right side of frame. There is a crown over "G2" over "A" inspection mark on left side of frame. The verified proof is on left trigger bow. There is a British proof mark on left side of frame. This same proof mark can be found on the left side of the slide which also has all typical Colt legends but is also stamped "CALIBRE .455". The blued barrel has the same British inspection stamp. Under the slide is stamped "E" for English. The left lug has the British crossed pennant stamp but is not stamped .455. This same proof is also stamped on rear left side of slide. The magazine is two tone tempered with lanyard ring and is stamped with "(Broad Arrow) Cal .455 Eley". All other features are typical Colt World War I commercial era, including diamond checkered walnut grips, flat mainspring housing with loop, long smooth trigger, checkered wide spur trigger, checkered slide stop and safety. The rear sight has rounded ears with U notch. Clawson's book says they were originally blued by Colt's wartime gas oven process, but most of them were later refinished in England with a soft satin blue as is the case with this example. CONDITION: Excellent. The frame and slide retain at least 95% of the British blue with sharp legends showing usual scattered handling marks. The main spring housing is patina. The grips are excellent. The bore is bright. This is a fine example of a WWI issue British RAF pistol. Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .455 Eley FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Government Model Serial Number: W108707

(C) ROBERT SEARS INSPECTED COLT 1911A1 .45 ACP SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1158 (Sale Order 51 of 345)

Circa 1941 per serial number. Half moon front sight, U notch flat top rear sight with "P" proof ahead of rear sight. Left side of slide with two line two block patent and address information with intercepting pony. Slide with matching serial number under firing pin retaining plate. Barrel with "COLT 45 AUTO" on lower left side of chamber, "P" on left lug, "G" ahead of lug, stamped after finish with burnishing about stamp. Frame with boxed "R.S" proofs on top of frame near disconnector hole and on left side at finger clearance cut. "P" proof at magazine release, right side of frame with US property marking, model designation, and serial number. Right side of trigger guard with "55" subinspector mark, left with "1" and Colt's VP proof. Small parts comprise spurred checkered hammer, thick tab checkered safety, checkered slide release, checkered magazine release, short checkered trigger, long A1 grip safety, and arched knurled mainspring housing with lanyard loop. Scoop lightened fibre grips and blued magazine. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining virtually all of the green-hued parkerization, with burnishing still visible in the RS stamps and "P" proof. Some extremely minor handling marks, including a 1/2" curved mark on top of slide and a light takedown mark. Grips excellent. Mechanically fine, bore excellent, bright and shiny with strong rifling, and some very minor frosting towards muzzle. Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: M1911 A1 Serial Number: 742551

(C) RUSSIAN CONTRACT COLT MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH HOLSTER.

Lot #1159 (Sale Order 52 of 345)

Manufactured in March 1916 as per a copy of a factory letter from Colt. According to Clawson, Russia started acquiring 1911s in February 1916, making this an early shipment. Russia ultimately ended up funneling most of the purchases through Britain, which were marked in Cyrillic on the dust cover; as a direct shipment from Colt, this gun was not marked as such. Half-moon front sight, U notch flat top rear sight. 2 line 2 block patent dates and Colt information on left side of slide, Rampant Colt at rear of slide. Right side with "COLT AUTOMATIC / CALIBRE 45". Frame with "GOVERNMENT MODEL / C 303558". Checkered spur hammer, left side only safety, slide release, and magazine release. Short 1911 grip safety, flat smooth mainspring housing with lanyard loop. 2 piece truncated diamond walnut grips. Two-tone magazine with lanyard loop. 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. Accompanied by an unmarked leather holster with single belt loop and retaining nub; given the wear pattern, this 1911 has been in the holster for some time. CONDITION: Good, considering that most of these pistols are found in well used condition. Retains approximately half of the factory blue finish with losses at high edges, grip straps, and across top of the slide, consistent with holster wear. Magazine in commensurate condition. Lower left grip screw marred but grips do not have discernible cracks. Action works appropriately when cycled by hand, bore is very good with strong rifling and heavy frosting. There is a small import mark on the magazine well indicating import by Simpson Ltd, Galesburg, IL. Holster is fair with crazing and areas of heavy rubbing. Toe has come loose. Accessories: Holster Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1911 Paperwork: Factory Letter Copy, Previous Listing Serial Number: C30358

(C) RUSSIAN CONTRACT COLT 1911 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL

Lot #1160 (Sale Order 53 of 345)

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) US NAVY COLT MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL (1912).

Lot #1161 (Sale Order 54 of 345)

Manufactured 1912 as part of a 1,000 gun contract for the United States Navy. Half moon front sight, U notch round top rear sight. Left side of slide with two line two block patent and address information with encircled pony at rear, right with serif "MODEL OF 1911. U.S. NAVY". "H" stamped above firing pin retaining plate. "H" on rear of barrel hood. Frame with "H" and "6" near disconnector. Frame with "UNITED STATE PROPERTY" on left side of dust cover intertwined "WGP" in circle for Penfield above magazine release. Right side of dust cover with serial number. Small parts comprise checkered spur hammer, thin tab safety with milled relief cut, checkered slide release with milled relief cut, long milled trigger, short 1911 grip safety, and smooth flat mainspring housing with lanyard loop. Replacement truncated diamond walnut grips. Fully blued magazine with lanyard loop. With previous description. CONDITION: Very good as completely and competently restored. Retains virtually all of the reapplied bluing, with some thinng to sharp edges at muzzle. Some scattered handling marks, including takedown mark. Edges softened by refinish, stamps refreshed. Mechanically fine, bore with strong rifling and moderate frosting. Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1911 Paperwork: Previous Listing Serial Number: 6608

(C) RARE MEXICAN SISTEMA OBREGON .45 ACP SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1162 (Sale Order 55 of 345)

These pistols are scarce in the United States, as only about 1,000 or so were produced in Mexico by Fabrica de Armas. While they superficially resemble the Colt 1911A1, they utilize a rotating barrel instead of a swinging link. Half moon front sight and square notch flat top rear sigh on a stippled central rib, with the second half of the slide taking on a rounded profile. Left side of slide with "Sistema OBREGON / Calibre 11,43". Frame with "FABRICA DE ARMAS MEXICO", serial number, and patent number. Distinct one piece safety and slide release is a possible replacement, as it doesn't fit quite correctly. Magazine release with dogleg intended to function as a trigger block. Other small parts comprise checkered spurred hammer, angled longed style grip safety, serrated trigger, concentric magazine release, serrated front strap, and serrated arched mainspring housing. Checkered walnut grips. Replacement magazine does not sit flush. CONDITION: With approximately 30% bluing retained in protected areas. Balance is a dove grey with even peppering discoloration. Some thinning and silvering to sharp edges. Stocks heavily wor and checkering softened. Mechanically fine, somewhat sticky, excepting magazine block which does not block trigger. Bore with heavy frosting and visible rifling. A very scarce pistol in the United States. Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP Manufacturer: Mexico Model: Obregon Paperwork: Previous Listing Serial Number: A120

(C) RARE WWII PRESENTATION EXPERIMENTAL INLAND M1 CARBINE SERIAL NUMBER XC39.

Lot #1163 (Sale Order 56 of 345)

During World War II, Inland continued experimenting with modifying the M1 carbine design, these guns were numbered in several "X" prefix blocks, this example numbered "XC39". At the end of the war, many guns in these experimental serial number blocks were given as presentations to General Motors leadership and military officials. The Inland barrel is dated "9-44" and is fitted with "N" marked milled front sight and "I.R.CO." adjustable rear sight. Small parts include an unmarked trigger housing round bolt, push button safety, and unmarked magazine catch. Low wood walnut stock marked "HI" in the slingwell. "IO" marked 4-rivet top wood retained by a "Q" marked bayonet lug barrel band. Includes olive woven sling and oiler. CONDITION: Very good. Metal retains the vast majority of its arsenal parkerized finish. Stock has an older coat of gloss finish with some small areas of finish loss and other scattered light marks. Fine, crisp and bright bore. Fine mechanics. A nice, very scarce M1 carbine. Barrel Length: 18" Caliber/Bore: .30 Carbine FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Inland Model: M1 Carbine Paperwork: Previous Listing Serial Number: XC39

(C) VERY RARE EXPERIMENTAL UNDERWOOD M1 CARBINE WITH FLIP OUT BLADE AND SLIDING STOCK, EX MOLLER.

Lot #1164 (Sale Order 57 of 345)

This possibly unique experimental M1 carbine is numbered "E101" in Underwood's experimental prototype range. The standard Underwood barrel is dated "12-42" over an ordnance flaming bomb stamp. Milled protected blade front sight and early "S" marked 2-position flip sight. Milled trigger housing with push button safety and flat magazine catch. Early blued flat bolt. The forward portion of the stock is a rather normal walnut construction with low wood cut, several extra reinforcements added to the body. Standard "M" marked 2-rivet handguard retained by a Type II band, no sling swivel present. This is where normalcy ends on this carbine and the very unusual features begin. The left side of the forend is mounted with a recoil reducing cheekpiece with built in oiler which sits directly above the trigger guard. Although the recoil of .30 carbine is somewhat underwhelming another experimental Underwood carbine, serial number E128, is known with a recoil absorbing stock. On this example the butt portion is no longer present, although it appears to have originally been able to fold out of the way. Interestingly, this example is also fitted with a folding, rearward facing blade bayonet which nestles under the cheekpiece when not in use. Bayonet has a hole cut allowing for the sights to be used while in its closed position. A very unusual experimental carbine, perhaps the most interesting this cataloger has come across. PROVENANCE: EX George Moller Collection. CONDITION: Good. Metal retains the majority of its fading original parkerized finish mixing with some patina. Folding blade shows some evidence of older oxidation. Stocks have scattered impressions. The cheek piece is fragile with several hairline splits. One larger crack was glued at some point long ago and has now separated. Bore is defined with areas of abrasion. Mechanically fine excluding the recoil reduction system which would benefit from mild conservation. A fantastically interesting WWII experimental carbine for the advanced martial arms collector. Barrel Length: 18" Caliber/Bore: .30 Carbine FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Underwood Model: M1 Carbine Paperwork: Previous Listing Serial Number: E101

(M) US ORDNANCE MODEL 1919 BELT-FED SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE WITH TRIPOD.

Lot #1165 (Sale Order 58 of 345)

Based on John M. Browning's iconic and rugged design, the 1919 belt-fed machine gun served with US forces through WWII into the Cold War Era. This example built as semi-automatic rifle by U.S. Ordnance of Sparks, Nevada with an Israeli 7.62x51mm parts kit which includes both USGI and Israeli-made parts. Full reapplied parkerized finish throughout. Standard 7.62mm barrel with perforated heat shield. Flip up blade front sight and ladder rear sight graduated for 7.62 NATO ammunition. Fitted with a checkered steel pistol grip. This 1919 is accompanied by lightweight military style tripod, pintle, t and e mechanism, and a folding bipod. CONDITION: Very good as professionally rebuilt. Nearly all of the reapplied finish is retained throughout with some mild wear and a few light oxidation spots. Well defined bore with some frosting in the grooves. Mechanically fine. Accessories: Tripod Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: 7.62x51mm FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: US Ordnance Model: 1919 Serial Number: 2475

(M) PRE-BAN FABRIQUE NATIONALE FNC 5.56 SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE.

Lot #1166 (Sale Order 59 of 345)

Legends on the left side of upper for manufacture by FN in Belgium and importation by Gun South Inc, Trussville, Alabama. Left side of frame with "S / 1" fire control markings, and serial number at rear. Solid fixed stock. 2 position aperture rear sight with marks for 250 and 400 meters, front sight is an elevation adjustable post. Flip up grenade sight. Distinct polymer handguard and 12 port flash hider. Sling swivel mounted on barrel and along left side of buttstock. Pistol grip is missing compartment cover. With six total magazines, one unmarked in gun, four sealed Red Jacket Firearms magazines, and an Adventure Line 20 rounder. CONDITION: Overall very good, showing superficial handling and storage marks throughout, none serious. Legends are crisp. Polymer furniture with some handling marks, mostly on pistol grip and buttstock. Mechanically fine, bore is excellent with crisp rifling. Accessories: 5 Extra Magazines Barrel Length: 18" Caliber/Bore: 5.56x45mm FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: FN Model: FNC Serial Number: FN034683

(M) MCMILLAN TAC-50C .50 BMG BOLT ACTION RIFLE IN CADEX DEFENSE CHASSIS.

Lot #1167 (Sale Order 60 of 345)

The TAC-50C is a factory offering that beds the legendary Tac-50 action in a Cadex Defense Dual Strike chassis system to make for a cutting edge sniper rifle system. Bipod on GGG spigot mount, fluted barrel with mammoth SureFire 3 chamber SOCOM flash hider/suppressor attachment point, and Cadex Dual Strike Chassis with 40 MOA rail. The TAC-50 is best known as the gun used by a JTF2 sniper to hit a target at 3,870 yards; two of the five longest range kills were done with a TAC-50. CONDITION: Very good, with some evidence of use throughout, including verdigris at flash hider. Some scattered other handling marks and evidence of use, somewhat heavier at bolt. Strong, sharp rifling with even frosting throughout. One of the best quality rifles available on the market today. Barrel Length: 30" Caliber/Bore: .50 BMG FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: McMillan Model: Tac-50 Serial Number: 10180114

(M) G. MCMILLAN & CO. M87 LONG RANGE BOLT ACTION SINGLE SHOT .50 BMG RIFLE.

Lot #1168 (Sale Order 61 of 345)

Marked with the early G. McMillan address and no model designation, this appears to be a scarce, early M87 single shot rifle. The M87 was fielded by various European armies and in specialized roles by US forces. This example features full matte finish with a tapered round barrel fit with directional muzzle brake, receiver mounted optic rail, and heavy black pebble textured McMillan stock with Parker Hale bipod and Kickeez recoil pad. CONDITION: Excellent. Rifle retains nearly all of its matte finish with some mild high edge silvering and superficial handling marks. Stock is fine, the recoil pad missing a section at the heel. Fine, well defined mirror bore showing little if any use. Crip mechanics. Barrel Length: 29" Caliber/Bore: .50 BMG FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: McMillan Model: M87 Serial Number: 50508

(M) OUTSTANDING CONDITION RUSSIAN IZHEVSK MANUFACTURED DRAGUNOV 7.62X54R SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE WITH S

Lot #1169 (Sale Order 62 of 345)

The Dragunov is the iconic Eastern Bloc DMR, and was fielded during the Cold War as a squad level method of engaging with combatants beyond the effective range of 7.62x39mm. They were produced in many of the Eastern Bloc countries, but this example is a true Russian manufacture example, dated 1983 on underside of receiver with Izhevsk arrow-in-triangle. Iconic configuration with long barrel with long flash hider, long ventilated forearm, and ergonomic stock with cheekpiece. Matching serial numbers on dust cover, bolt carrier, bolt, autosafety, piston assembly ahead of forearm, trigger assembly on hammer, right side of receiver above trigger guard, and underside of receiver; trunnion marked "X7123" behind forearm, barrel numbered "X8915", forearm scales marked "6" and "49" (?, difficult to read), stock numbered 41075 at pistol grip. With correct PSO-1 scope with 1.7m range finding reticle. No import marks observed. CONDITION: Fabulous, and very close to NOS, with the original black enamel paint retained throughout with some distension about proofs from application of stamp still visible. There are some very minor handling marks from age observed at the sharpest edges of metal; most offensive a grouping of marks on underside of barrel ahead of forearm and at piston head, and some scratching ahead of magazine well. Stocks with somewhat more handling marks. Glass is clear. Mechanically fine, bore excellent with strong rifling and some light firing residue. This is the finest example that this cataloguer has observed. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: 7.62x54R FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Izhevsk Model: Dragunov Serial Number: 32344

(M) ACCURACY INTERNATIONAL SUPER MAGNUM .338 LAPUA MAGNUM BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH ULTRA-RARE VOMUND B

Lot #1170 (Sale Order 63 of 345)

This very rare rifle was used as a demonstrator rifle for Tier One units, such as CAG and DEVGRU, circa 2007-2008 as denoted by the 07 serial number prefix and 2008 proof date for barrel. Notably, this was when the United States military was actively experimenting with .338 Lapua Magnum as environments like Iraq and Afghanistan demanded a more suitable extreme range cartridge. What makes this rifle particularly special is the installed LaRue LT641 Night Vision "Vomund" bridge. The LT641 was only produced in extremely limited numbers between 2008 and 2010 and was tested by Tier One as their NV bridge for the AI setup; while details are scant, it appears that they saw use with DEVGRU and CAG, and they were not offered commercially, making examples out of the cage very rare. Classic long action Accuracy International Super Magnum in .338 Lapua Magnum with factory tan skins on a folding thumbhole stock and fluted barrel with distinct threaded two-chamber muzzle brake. LaRue mount replaces bipod spigot mount; original spigot mount and bipod on spring loaded legs included. Housed in an AI green deployment case with appropriate cutouts for accessories, including two spare magazines, aforementioned bipod mount and bipod, lock, and cleaning rod bore guide. With 4 test targets demonstrating this rifle's accuracy. PROVENANCE: From a private individual who acquired the rifle from a relevant agency and wishes to remain anonymous. CONDITION: Excellent, showing only some very minor marks, presumably when used as a demo piece, most offensive some very minor silvering to sharp edges of NV bridge. Mechanically fine, bore is excellent, bright and shiny, with strong rifling. Rightmost case latch damaged and will not catch; accessories excellent. A very rare example and a must have for a sniper collector or a modern military collector. Accessories: Pelican Case Barrel Length: 27" Caliber/Bore: .338 Lapua Magnum FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Accuracy International Model: Super Magnum Paperwork: Test Target Serial Number: 07SM11551

(M) SIG SAUER 551P 5.56X45 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH CASE.

Lot #1171 (Sale Order 64 of 345)

Manufactured in Switzerland and imported by JDI (SAN Imports), the exclusive US importer of SAN (Sig Sauer). Due to the rarity, build quality, and pleasing aesthetics, the 550 series SIG firearms are highly sought after. Features include factory barrel/muzzle brake, adjustable gas system, barrel band hosting hooded flip up front sight, sling attachment point, and bayonet lug mount, frame mounted rail, frame mounted diopter turret rear sight, and ambidextrous controls. Pistol grip, safety, tab magazine release, trigger, and trigger guard are all of the classic Swiss style to allow for ease of manipulation even with gloved hands. Handguard and pistol grip are of the desirable green color. Complete with hard case serial numbered to the gun, cleaning kit, and 1 factory tinted clear magazine with raised notches on the side denoting whether the magazine has 10, 20, or 30 rounds left. CONDITION: Excellent and virtually new with factory grease still evident in action. Mechanically fine. Bore and bolt face appear to be unfired. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 14 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: 5.56x45mm FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: SIG Sauer Model: 551P Serial Number: 211085

(M) EXTREMELY RARE AND FINE SIG SAUER 751P SAPR .308 WINCHESTER SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE IN CASE, WITH A

Lot #1172 (Sale Order 65 of 345)

Essentially a larger SAN (SIG) 550 series that has been accurized for designated marksman rifle use and chambered in .308 Winchester. In the accompanying Certificate of Authenticity from JDI Firearms (SAN Imports) it is stated that this is one of 20 imported from SAN Swiss Arms (Sig Sauer) and that this firearm was built entirely in Switzerland. SAN imports is the exclusive USA importer of SAN Swiss Arms firearms. Features include factory muzzle brake, bull barrel, adjustable gas system with 4 settings, barrel band hosting flip up front sight, sling loop attachment point, and bayonet lug, 550 series style factory handguard, frame mounted rail system with rear sling attachment point and integral flip up rear sight, ambidextrous controls, and classic folding stock. Magazine release tab, safety, pistol grip, trigger, and trigger guard are all of the distinctive Swiss style allowing for ease of manipulation even with gloved hands. This rifle is complete with hard case serial numbered to the gun, cleaning kit, original manual, original shipping box, and a box containing 7 original magazines. CONDITION: Excellent and virtually new, with factory grease evident in action. Mechanically fine. Bore and bolt face appear to be unfired. A rare opportunity to own what has been called the Rolex of battle rifles. Accessories: Case, Box, 7 Magazines Barrel Length: 16" Caliber/Bore: .308 Winchester FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: SIG Sauer Model: 751P Paperwork: Letter Serial Number: 1020

(M) SEQUENTIAL PAIR OF JESSE JAMES GRANDMASTER .45 ACP SEMI-AUTOMATIC 1911A1 TYPE PISTOLS WITH CASE.

Lot #1173 (Sale Order 66 of 345)

Fabricated by Jesse James, the former "Monster Garage" and "Celebrity Apprentice" star. The G Master has a 5.11" barrel length with 8 round capacity magazine. It comes with a detailed combat hammer. This pair is finished in satin stainless with copper grips, front and rear slide serrations, an adjustable lightweight trigger, Heinie matte black combat rear sight, red dot front sight, beveled ejection port, and an extended beavertail safety. Both grip straps are finely checkered. Right side of frame is stamped "JESSE JAMES FIREARMS UNLIMITED AUSTIN TX USA". CONDITION: Excellent. Both guns show as near new with scattered light handling marks; pistol (A) shows some micro-flecks of oxidation in the mainspring housing checkering, and a small spot on the beavertail. Bores are bright. Comes in Jesse James made walnut display case. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: (BOTH) 5.11" Caliber/Bore: (BOTH) .45 ACP FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: (BOTH) JJFU Model: (BOTH) Grandmaster Serial Number: (A) GM012 (B) GM013

(M) WONDERFUL LIMCAT RAZORCAT HBAR TURBO 9MM MAJOR SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH USPSA OPEN RIG.

Lot #1174 (Sale Order 67 of 345)

Johnny and Julian Lim are well known for their uniquely designed 2011 pistols, which have been used to win countless world championships in the hands of shooters like K.C. Eusebio, Simon "JJ" Racaza, and Scott Greene, all of whom have won international titles with their firearms. They virtually never surface on the secondary market as their owners so infrequently part with them. This is one of their Razorcat models, their flagship Open division gun with compensator, tungsten sleeved barrel, LimCat frame mount for optics cut for a Leupold Delta Point Pro, with a 2.5 MOA dot with the "blue board" currently installed, GoGun USA Gas Pedal, and oversized slide racker. Frame with left side only thumb safety, SVI interchangeable trigger, currently fit with a flat trigger, pinned grip safety, Phoenix Trinity checkered grip, and Limcat steel insert magazine well. With a 130cm 2-piece Guga Ribas belt with three Guga Ribas magazine pouches, a Guga Ribas Universal Holster, and a NEO Guga Ribas Closed Universal holster. Other accessories include a 170mm MBX magazine, and a crate of ammo labelled for use with 9mm Major; due to the nature of 9mm Major and reloads, they must be considered components only. CONDITION: Excellent, showing evidence of light match use, with some silvering to sharp edges but retaining over 90% finish. The consignor states round count is approximately 1,000 rounds. No evidence of cracking on slide that can sometimes be found on well-worn Open guns. Mechanically fine, with a tight lockup, and bore with strong, bright rifling, slide rides like it is on rails. A configuration like this from Limcat would start at approximately $8,000 today, before counting the accessories, with an extensive wait; this is your opportunity to skip the line and own one of the finest racing handguns produced. Accessories fine. Accessories: Belt rig, crate ammo Barrel Length: 7" Caliber/Bore: 9mm Major FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Limcat Model: Razorcat Serial Number: LEV1ATHAN

(M) KORTH RANGER .44 MAGNUM DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1175 (Sale Order 68 of 345)

Korth revolvers are considered one of the finest revolvers you can purchase. Classic Ranger model with skeletonized barrel shroud with barrel weight on rail, serrated ramp front sight, adjustable square notch rear sight, Jim Wilson Korth branded ergonomic grips, and Korth cylinder release adjacent to hammer. Typical legends throughout, including Nighthawk Custom importer information. CONDITION: Excellent, retaning virtually all of the original factory finishes, with some extremely minor handling marks. Mechanically fine, bore excellent with very minor carbon buildup, likely from proof. Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .44 Magnum FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Korth Model: Ranger Serial Number: A11862

(M) KORTH ULX .357 MAGNUM DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1176 (Sale Order 69 of 345)

Korth revolvers are widely regarded to be one of the finest produced revolvers currently available. The Korth Sport ULX is essentially a lightweight version of Korth's Super Sport designed with PPC competitions in mind, with a blue and black two-tone color scheme, adjustable front and rear sights, aluminum barrel shroud with skeleton cuts and rails, enlarged cylinder release, and Hal Swigget black and blue grips. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining virtually all of the factory finishes, with some minor handling marks throughout. Some heavier handling marks on rear sight. Mechanically fine, bore is excellent, bright and shiny. Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .357 Magnum FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Korth Model: URX Serial Number: AI1631

(M) KORTH ULX .357 MAGNUM DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1177 (Sale Order 70 of 345)

Korth revolvers are widely regarded to be one of the finest produced revolvers currently available. The Korth Sport ULX is essentially a lightweight version of Korth's Super Sport designed with PPC competitions in mind, with a red and black two-tone color scheme, adjustable front and rear sights, aluminum barrel shroud with skeleton cuts and rails, enlarged cylinder release, and Hal Swigget black and red grips. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining virtually all of the factory finishes, with some minor handling marks throughout. Mechanically fine, bore is excellent, bright and shiny. Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .357 Magnum FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Korth Model: ULX Serial Number: AI1342

(M) EXTREMLY RARE HECKLER & KOCH P7 M8 JUBILEE EDITION SEMI AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1178 (Sale Order 71 of 345)

The Jubilee edition of the P7M8 was a limited edition run of 500 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of production. With Helmut Weldle's, the principle designer of the P7 family, facsimile signature on left side of slide and "1 von 500". White three dot combat sights, checkered walnut grips with HK logo, thumb actuated magazine release lever, and lanyard loop. With proofs for a 2004 nitro proof at Ulm and subsequent importation by HK Inc. Bottom of trigger guard with owner's manual warning. In an HK branded desert tan soft case with five spare magazines, operator's manual (with what appears to be someone's timecard scrawled on the back), HK accessory pack with takedown tool, scraper, and brush, and full sized printout of operators manual. CONDITION: Excellent, NOS or equivalent, with some minor handling marks and superficial scratches. Some congealed grease on magazine release. Stocks excellent. Mechanically fine, bore excellent, bright and shiny. Case fine. Please note that this Jubilee and the following are sequentially numbered. Accessories: Soft case, 5 extra magazines Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: 9mm FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Heckler & Koch Model: P7M8 Paperwork: Printed operators manual Serial Number: 16-150131

(M) EXTREMLY RARE HECKLER & KOCH P7 M8 JUBILEE EDITION SEMI AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1179 (Sale Order 72 of 345)

The Jubilee edition of the P7M8 was a limited edition run of 500 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of production. With Helmut Weldle's, the principle designer of the P7 family, facsimile signature on left side of slide and "1 von 500". White three dot combat sights, checkered walnut grips with HK logo, thumb actuated magazine release lever, and lanyard loop. With proofs for a 2004 nitro proof at Ulm and subsequent importation by HK Inc. Bottom of trigger guard with owner's manual warning. CONDITION: Excellent, NOS or equivalent, with some minor handing marks and superficial scratches. Most offensive mark some spotting on magazine release. Stocks excellent. Mechanically fine, bore excellent, bright and shiny. Please note that this lot and the previous one are sequentially numbered. Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: 9mm FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Heckler & Koch Model: P7 M8 Serial Number: 16-150132

(A) AN EXTREMELY IMPORTANT AND RARE IRISH "HOWTH" MAUSER MODEL 1871 BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1180 (Sale Order 73 of 345)

This 11mm M1871 Mauser is one of a group of “old Mausers” that the Irish Defense Forces sold to arms dealer Sam Cummings (Interarms) in 1959, along with shiploads of Irish SMLE rifles, handguns, machine guns, and artillery. The story of the Mausers’ sale and acquisition can be found in two articles in Man at Arms magazine: “The Irish Howth Mausers: Where Are They Now” (August 2019), and “The ‘Howth’ Mauser Saga: An Update” (December 2022). Both of these articles conclusively confirm the Irish provenance of many of the Model 1871 Mauser rifles that are now in American gun collections. The bayonet lug on his rifle was altered significantly (moved from the side of the upper barrel band to the underside of the upper band) by the Irish Volunteers to accommodate an altered French Gras rifle bayonet, and this alteration is one of the telltale indicators of an Irish Howth Mauser. This rifle was purchased directly from Potomac Arms in Alexandria, Virginia, (Interarms retail outlet) by a previous owner in the 1970s. This Wurttemburg-made rifle is marked “Oberndorf”. Its previous owner purchased it as a gift for his brother-in-law in Ohio, but when he shipped it, a postal employee inadvertently ran over the boxed rifle with a forklift, shattering its grip. The late Paul Smith, a noted firearms restorer and craftsman, put it back together in 2014, with a fiberglass reinforcing rod inside its grip. One has to look very carefully to see the repair. The bolt stop screw does not go all the way into the threaded hole on the bolt, although all of the other parts have matching numbers. This Mauser rifle was carried (but not fired) for about ten years in various Living History programs that centered on the activities of the “Fingal Volunteers” (5th Bn, Dublin Brigade, Irish Volunteers) during the Battle of Ashbourne—the only tactical success on the part of the insurgents in the 1916 Easter Rising—and it was a focus of attention among the attendees at a number of these historical events. This rifle was displayed in exhibits at presentations about Irish Nationalist arms to several gun-collecting clubs in the Mid-Atlantic region, and it was featured in “Guns of the Easter Rising” in the September 2013 issue of the American Rifleman magazine and also in a 2004 article about Irish Nationalist arms in Shooter’s Bible. The Irish Volunteers only smuggled 1,500 of these Mausers into Howth and Kilcoole from Germany in 1914. Many of them were destroyed during and after the 1916 Easter Rising, and, as such, it is estimated that Interarms was only able to bring a few hundred of these guns into the United States from Ireland in the late 1950s and early 1970s, and less than thirty of them remain in Ireland, mostly in museums. Many of those rifles in private collections in Ireland have, by regulations, been rendered inoperable and they command exorbitant prices at auction. PROVENANCE: Kenneth Smith-Christmas collection. CONDITION: Very good, metal is a smooth, soft brown patina throughout, possibly rebrowned before use by the Irish. Legends are softened but legible. Stock with handling marks and impressions throughout as befits a rebellion used gun and with aforementioned repair. Mechanically fine, bore is good with strong rifling and frosting throughout. Barrel Length: 33 - 5/8" Caliber/Bore: 11mm Mauser FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Mauser Model: 1871 Serial Number: 74D

(A) RARE HIGH CONDITION HALL MODEL 1819 BREECH LOADING FLINTLOCK RIFLE MADE BY HARPERS FERRY.

Lot #1181 (Sale Order 74 of 345)

This is a Type 3 and dated 1838 that was made from 1837-1840 at the Harpers Ferry plant. This model was first produced in 1817. The case colored block is stamped "J.H. HALL H. FERRY US 1838". Standard features include a brown lacquered factory finish, a nearly full length dark American walnut stock, iron mounts, three barrel bands, and sling swivels. CONDITION: Excellent. Almost all the brown lacquer is intact with just some scattered handling marks and a few rubs. The dark case color action breech is a soft patterned grey. Legends are sharp as new. The stock is excellent with minor scattered dings and impressions and the wood grain is still raised. The bore is bright. This rifle has seen little to no use and is the best example of this rifle this writer has ever seen. Barrel Length: 32 - 5/8" Caliber/Bore: .52 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Harpers Ferry Model: 1819 Serial Number: NSN

(A) STELLER AND RARE REMINGTON JENKS USN MULE EAR CARBINE WITH MAYNARD TAPE PRIMER.

Lot #1182 (Sale Order 75 of 345)

Only 1000 made by Remington in 1847-48. This example is dated 1847. The lock has the Remington Herkimer legend. Top of barrel is stamped "W. JENKS", "U.S.N. RP", "P", "1847", and "CAST STEEL". The RP stamp is for inspector Richard Paine. Features standard mule ear action, brass furniture, browned barrel, saddle ring and stud at lower tang, and a one piece walnut stock with a strong RP Richard Paine cartouche. CONDITION. Excellent. The case color action still has some flashes of color but mostly soft. The barrel retains nearly all the factory browned finish with sharp legends. The bore is still bright. The stock is excellent, quite solid with usual scattered dings. Even the screws still retain generous fire blue. One of the best condition examples this writer has seen. Barrel Length: 25" Caliber/Bore: .54 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Remington Model: Carbine Serial Number: NSN

(A) STATE OF GEORGIA PURCHASED BARNETT "BIG G" P1853 CONFEDERATE PERCUSSION RIFLE MUSKET.

Lot #1183 (Sale Order 76 of 345)

Manufactured by Barnett in standard P1853 configuration and purchased by the State of Georgia for arming their troops during the US Civil War. Lock is marked "Barnett" in block letters / "London" in italicized letters. Left side of barrel near breech is marked with British proof and view markings. Buttplate is numbered in the uniquely Barnett fashion of stamped numbers below the lower screw across the buttplate: "3441". Comb of stock is marked with "CH / 1" within a circle viewer's mark. Right side of stock is marked with a comparatively large "G" measuring approximately 7/8 of an inch, which is known as the "Big G" marking which is one of the markings denoting purchase by the State of Georgia. Left flat of stock opposite lock is carved with what appear to be large letters, although indiscernible. Mounted with a period leather sling. CONDITION: Good, with iron assemblies turned a heavy brown patina and heavy freckling near breech. Brass components are a pleasing mellow patina. This rifled musket benefitted from a significant cleaning, most notable throughout stock and front barrel band. "CH / 1" marking has been carefully refreshed, likely a result of it being softened during the cleaning. Mechanically fine with 2 crisp stops at half and full cock. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Confederate purchased Enfield pattern rifle muskets are sought after by collectors, with this particular one being even more desirable with state purchase provenance. Barrel Length: 39" Caliber/Bore: .577 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Barnett Model: P1853 Serial Number: NSN

(A) RARE HIGH CONDITION 1ST MODEL COLT MODEL HALF STOCK PERCUSSION REVOLVING SPORTING RIFLE.

Lot #1184 (Sale Order 77 of 345)

Only 1000 made between 1856-1859. This is one of only approximately 200 made with the 30" octagon to round barrel. Distinctive features include the oiler attachment and factory mounted 34 - 1/2" metal rod attached to the left side. The cylinder features the roll die scene, which is still partially visible, along with the matching serial number. The front sight is dovetailed and has the single leaf folding rear sight. Finish is Colt blue with a walnut stock that sports an iron rifle butt plate. The Colt Hartford legend is stamped on top of barrel. CONDITION: Fine. This is one of the better examples of this rare model this writer has seen. The frame retains at least 80% bright blue on left side with nearly all the blue rear of the cylinder. A bit less on right side but still retains most of the bright blue back of the cylinder. The barrel shows some patina bleed through with some age freckling, some minor salt and pepper but still retains at least 50% bright blue. The cylinder and trigger guard are soft grey patina. The left side frame screws retain majority of blue. The legends are crisp. The stock is excellent with some impressions and oil darkening. The action is smooth as silk. The bore is sharp and true with only minor residue. Would be extremely difficult to find a better surviving example Barrel Length: 30" Caliber/Bore: .36 Caliber FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1855 Revolving Rifle Serial Number: 664

(A) RARE SHARPS US MODEL 1853 SLANT BREECH SADDLE RING CARBINE.

Lot #1185 (Sale Order 78 of 345)

The barrel is stamped "Sharps Rifle Manufa. Co. Hartford Conn". Made by Robbins and Lawrence for Sharps from 1854 until October of 1856 when Sharps assumed production. According to records, only 250 carbines bear the military acceptance marks. This example bears a very visible cartouche on left side but not totally legible. There is a "K" subinspector stamp on barrel. The Army issued these to the 1st and 2nd Dragoon regiments on the western frontier. Given the rough environment, very few have survived. This carbine features the distinctive 9" long bar with saddle ring. Barrel mounted with long slide rear sight and post front. The barrel band, buttplate, and patchbox are brass. The right side plate has the Sharps 1852 legend. The tang has Sharps patent legend. Stocks are walnut. CONDITION: Very good. This is one of the best surviving examples this writer is aware of. All metal is a smooth gun metal grey. All legends are crisp. The patch box screws sill show some fire blue. Bright fire blue on hammer spring screw. The brass is nicely toned. The wood is exceptional with just some minor impressions. The rifling is sharp and bright with some minor frosting. Barrel Length: 21 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .52 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Sharps Model: 1853 Serial Number: 17766

(A) EXCEPTIONAL HALL-NORTH MODEL 1843 SIDE LEVER BREECH-LOADING PERCUSSION CARBINE.

Lot #1186 (Sale Order 79 of 345)

Dated 1847. The case color breech is stamped "US", "S NORTH", and "MIDDLtn CONN 1847". The left side of the one piece walnut stock has the inspector cartouches "GWR" for George Hamlin and "WAT" for William Thornton. The right side barrel breech is also stamped "GWR". This carbine features iron mounts finished in factory brown lacquer, with the exception of the case color breech. CONDITION: Excellent. About as close to un-issued as one might hope to find. Retains nearly all the brown lacquer with some minor handling marks and light rubs only. The case color pattern is still visible on the breech. The side lever retains nearly all of the bright peacock niter blue. The stock is superb with raised grain and some minor impressions. Even the butt plate retains nearly all the brown lacquer. One of the best examples extant. Barrel Length: 21" Caliber/Bore: .52 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: John Hancock Hall Model: 1843 Serial Number: NSN

(A) HIGH CONDITION AND SCARCE LINDSAY MODEL 1863 TWO SHOT RIFLE MUSKET.

Lot #1187 (Sale Order 80 of 345)

It is believed that only 1,000 of these two shot rifled muskets were manufactured by J.P. Lindsay of New York from 1863-1864. Its unique feature is the two hammer system using only a single trigger. All metal was finished in the white. The Lindsay patent legend is at breech forward of hammers. Features three barrel bands, metal rod, post front sight, two leaf folding rear sight, swivels and a near full length walnut stock. Butt plate is stamped "US" with U stamp on each band. The left side of stock has two bold cartouche stamps. Both are "ADK" for Andrew D. King. CONDITION: Excellent. Appears almost unissued. All metal is bright showing light oxidation with few dings at breech. All legends are sharp. Stock is superb showing only minor dings with two longer marks on left side near breech. Bore is strong and bright. Nipples appear unfired. Would be nearly impossible to find a nicer example. Barrel Length: 38" Caliber/Bore: .58 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: J.P. Lindsay Model: 1863 Serial Number: NSN

EARLY 1ST MODEL COLT WALKER POWDER FLASK.

Lot #1188 (Sale Order 81 of 345)

Earliest known model of a Colt Walker powder flask. This flask is in the exact configuration as the one shown in figure 823 on page 353 of "THE POWDER FLASK BOOK" by Ray Riling. On page 351, Riling states "We consider this specimen as the first of the true Walker flasks and as such it rates as very scarce." Features include brass construction with early spout and triangular carry rings. Front of body of flask has a raised and highly detailed panoply including a halberd, flags on poles, pikes, swords, stacked cannonballs, cannon, mortar, drum, and finally the classic 2 crossed Paterson rifles and Paterson revolvers with large ribbon reading "COLTS (small star) PATENT". CONDITION: Very good, with brass turned a mellow patina and traces of a protective lacquer layer on top. Left side has a longitudinal split running from cap to sling mount. A very rare and early powder flask that would be a fine addition to an early Colt or Colt accessory collection.

(A) COLT US 1ST MODEL DRAGOON SINGLE ACTION PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

Lot #1189 (Sale Order 82 of 345)

Manufactured in 1848, first year. All visible matching numbers except wedge. Early features include the oval cylinder cuts and square back brass trigger guard and back strap. Left side of frame is stamped US under Colt's Patent. Barrel has the Colt's New York address and a period installed dovetailed leaf rear sight. The cylinder roll die Dragoon and Indian battle scene is only partially visible, as is the USMR legend. Grips are one piece walnut. The wedge is a gunsmith replacement that does not fit well. CONDITION: The case color frame has a mottled patterned-out look with no visible color. Brass has oxidized with flashes of silver plate. Grips are shy at both forward toes and a small crack on left side at frame. Cylinder and barrel are a homogenous soft patina. Action indexes correctly. Bore is well defined with just minor black powder abrasion. Clean early US Dragoon. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Dragoon Serial Number: 1878

(A) CASED PAIR OF LONDON COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVERS.

Lot #1190 (Sale Order 83 of 345)

Both of these London Colts were made in 1855. Both have the Colt London barrel address along with numerous British proof marks. Both have all matching serial numbers to include the levers and last two digits on each wedge. Both pistols feature the octagon barrel, naval engagement roll die cylinders, large trigger guard with one piece walnut grips. Both have Colt patent stamp on left side of frame. The back strap on each of these London Colts was inscribed at a later date with "CSS ALABAMA" and at the base of each grip strap is engraved "R. SEMME'S". The Alabama was built in London in 1862 and commissioned as the CSS Alabama that same year. This wind and steam vessel was the Union's costliest adversary that claimed 65 Union ships for the Confederacy. Its Commander was Raphael Semme's. The oak case appears to be a period English style with VR crown on brass disc. The case includes two ivory Eley Bros London VR Crown etched screw top cap boxes , a ivory handle seal, a Colt stamped two cavity iron bullet mold and Sykes patent power flask. The inner case has been relined with two contemporary oak compartment lids. Also has some jags and two wood handle and brass 9" rods. CONDITION: Serial #29018 has a homogenous matte blue hue with some wiped on finish, sharp legends, sharp edges, nearly complete naval scene, excellent action with a bright bore and some handling marks. Serial 29099 has turned a more grey mixing patina hue, very smooth with strong legends. Action is fine. Bore is bright. Grips on both guns are fine showing dings and light finish loss. Both guns are crisp and show about the same amount of use. Accessories: Case, Accessories Barrel Length: (BOTH) 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: (BOTH) .36 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: (BOTH) Colt Model: (BOTH) 1851 Navy Serial Number: (A) 29018 (B) 29099

(A) EXCEPTIONAL CASED SET OF COLT 1860 FLUTED ARMY AND 1862 POLICE REVOLVERS, A FACTORY PRESENATION

Lot #1191 (Sale Order 84 of 345)

This extremely handsome and desirable pair of cased Colts is comprised of an 1860 Army and a 1862 Police. An included copy of a 2019 factory letter for Gun (A), an 1860 Army serial number 2257, lists it in its current configuration as shipped as a pair on February 25, 1861 to Major W.M.B Hartley with special notation "To Col. Craig, U.S.A. Commanding Ordnance Corps. From Colt's P.F.A. Mfg, Co.", and "Furnished with a shoulder stock, a powder flask, 60 cartridges, and 500 belt caps." Major William Hartley served as a key business associate to Samuel Colt, especially with the promotion of his arms to the US Government. Henry Knox Craig was born March 7, 1791 to Revolutionary War Major Isaac Craig. His military career began during the War of 1812, serving as a first lieutenant and captain for the 2nd Artillery Regiment, and commanding Fort Niagara by the end of the War. During the Mexican War, Craig served as Chief of Ordnance for General Zachary Taylor, receiving the brevet rank of lieutenant colonel. Following the War, he inspected arsenals and was appointed US Army Chief of Ordnance on July 10, 1851 at the rank of colonel. As Chief of Ordnance, Craig pushed to maintain good peacetime stocks of arms and improve armaments, although the adoption of the Colt New Model Army (1860 Army) revolver proved a difficult sticking point. By the late 1850s, Henry Craig and Samuel Colt had a strained relationship, and despite favorable testing of the New Model Army, Craig circulated notice to the armories that they were not to acquire arms or other supplies covered under private patents in accordance with an amendment passed in 1860. Craig later is recorded as having outspoken opposition to Colt's prices and methods of procurement. Samuel Colt frequently gifted arms to win favor, and this revolver was likely no exception, although it probably had little effect. During the Spring of 1861, Craig was relieved of his duties as Chief of Ordnance against his protests to President Lincoln, remaining an advisor until his official retirement in June of 1863. There is some unfounded speculation that Colt was involved in his dismissal. Still on February 21, 1861, just 4 days before this revolver was shipped, an act was passed allowing patent arms to be purchased and the first official federal order for 1860 Army revolvers was placed in April as the country boiled over into Civil War. President Andrew Johnson eventually nominated Craig with an appointment to the rank of brevet brigadier general in 1866 before he passed away in 1869. This 1860 Army, although not inscribed, is of wonderful presentation quality fit and finish. Its 8" round barrel is finished in very lustrous high polish blue with 1-line Hartford address. Front sight is a small German silver blade. As seen on only the first 4,000 or so 1860 Army revolvers, the cylinder features full length flutes. "COLT'S / PATENT" marked case hardened frame with cuts and studs for a detachable shoulder stock. Matching blued steel backstrap. Front strap is silver plated. Grips are 1-piece oiled walnut. Externally visible numbers are matching. To preserve the remarkable condition of the gun, wedge was not removed but appears to be original. Revolver is accompanied by its original walnut shoulder stock with silver plated mounts numbered for this revolver and a consecutive mate on both the heel and lower tang. A dual cavity .44 caliber Colt's Patent mold, Colt's Patent powder flask, L tool, sealed packet of combustible envelope New Model Army revolver cartridges, and a rare paper wrapped 1000 count roll of Goldmark's percussion caps are also included. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrel and cylinder retain approximately 85% brilliant blue with some light thinning and a few spots of patina, especially near the muzzle. Back strap also retains nearly all of its factory blue with some light wear. Nearly all of the original silver plating present on the front strap. Frame, hammer, and loading lever display excellent, bright case colors. Small part nitre blue is likewise brilliant. Grips retain their original surface with some marring at the top from use with the shoulder stock. Very fine, mirror bore. Fine mechanics. Stock is also excellent with unsanded surfaces and nearly all of its silver plating. Other accessories rate as fine. Gun (B) is a 1862 Police, a handsomely scaled down pocket size version of the fluted 1860 Army in .36 caliber. This example manufactured in 1863. The barrel is finished in bright high polish blue and is rollmarked with a 1-line New York address. Fitted with a small pin front sight. 5-shot fluted cylinder set in a case hardened frame. Standard silver plated brass grip straps and 1-piece varnished walnut stocks. Matching numbers observed on the frame, grip straps, barrel assembly, and cylinder arbor. Click here to see the full description.

(A) VERY RARE AND FINE MARTIAL COLT PATERSON MODEL 1839 PERCUSSION REVOLVING RIFLE.

Lot #1192 (Sale Order 85 of 345)

Manufactured circa 1838-1841 with only approximately 950 made. Of these, the US War Department purchased 360, with 300 going to the Navy and 60 going to the Dragoons, where they would see limited use during the Second Seminole War. The Republic of Texas also bought 300, 180 of which went to the Texas Navy and 120 to the Rangers and Army. Rhode Island purchased an additional 46 guns. Of the Paterson era, these carbines would prove to be one of the most practical and popular models made. This is one of the finest known of the 360 purchased by the US War Department. Barrel is of the classic form for this model, transitioning from round at the muzzle to octagonal about halfway down with a .525 caliber smooth bore. Fitted with simple sights. Correct barrel address near rammer on right barrel flat with appropriate snakes terminating into stars at each end. The 6-shot cylinder is roll die engraved with 3 vignette cylinder scenes by W.L. Ormsby featuring the barrel scene, lion hunting motif, and early naval engagement scenes. "Patterson" on cylinder is spelled with 2 ts, which is correct for this model. Left side of walnut military stock is marked with the proper "WAT" in an oval US inspection cartouche for William Anderson Thornton. Matching serial numbers observed on barrel, wedge, cylinder, cylinder turn ring, back of breech extension, underneath top tang of frame, bottom tang of stock channel, and buttplate. Rammer assembly is serial numbered "273". CONDITION: Very good, the blued finish has turned a pleasant brown patina with scattered areas of original bluing visible under bright light. Remnants of the cylinder scenes are visible, with the patent information and Ormsby signature still easily legible. Stock has been lightly cleaned with a preservative layer of finish added and handling marks throughout. Stock also has a longitudinal crack running underneath the top tang only visible when it is removed; the stock remains stable. Mechanically fine. Bore is mostly bright and smooth with scattered areas of freckling. An opportunity to own not only a very fine example of an extremely scarce martial revolving rifle with a very low survival rate, but also one that is important to the histories of Colt, the United States, and the Republic of Texas. A wonderful addition to the advanced Colt or martial arms collection. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .525 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1839 Serial Number: 519

CORRECTION: This example retains original factory brown finish on the barrel.

(A) RARE MASSACHUSETTS MARKED COLT SECOND MODEL DRAGOON PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

Lot #1193 (Sale Order 86 of 345)

On July 23, 1852 100 Colt Second Model Dragoons were requested by the State of Massachusetts under the provisions of the act of April 23, 1808. These 100 pistols were ordered on July 26, 1852 under order number 244. They were delivered sometime before the end of year 1852 and were at the Cambridge Arsenal by 1853. They were all subsequently marked in front of the trigger guard with M S for Massachusetts. The lower left side of the grip is marked with a boxed JCB cartouche for the Army sub inspector Joseph C. Bragg. The lower right side has an oval cartouche with WAT in it for the Army inspector Captain William A. Thornton. There are also "B" inspector marks on the frame, hammer, cylinder, top of the barrel, backstrap and trigger guard. There is a "US" stamped under "COLT's / PATENT" on the left side of the frame. Single line address on top of the barrel, "-ADDRESS SAML. COLT NEW YORK CITY-". The cylinder is engraved with a mounted Dragoons and Indians scene and is marked Model U.S.M.R. Matching serial numbers on the barrel assembly, frame, trigger guard, backstrap and the cylinder. Last four matching numbers on the ramrod. Last three matching numbers on the arbor. The wedge is mismatched and is number 342. With only 2700 second model Dragoons manufactured and this being M S marked it is a very rare and desirable gun. It comes with the book Massachusetts Marked Colt Second Model Dragoon Revolvers by Douglas L. Hays, Jr. 2013. CONDITION: This gun's finish has turned to an even gray brown patina. The brass trigger guard and backstrap have a mellow aged look. The cylinder scene is crisp and vibrant. The single piece grip fits the gun exceedingly well. The action works correctly and locks up tight and indexes fine. The bore is surprisingly fine. There are just a couple of small spots in the lands and grooves. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Dragoon Paperwork: Owner historical record Serial Number: 10557

(A) MAGNIFICENT CASED COLT 1862 POLICE PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

Lot #1194 (Sale Order 87 of 345)

Manufactured in 1863. This revolver has all matching numbers, including the cylinder and wedge. Features a fluted cylinder, blue finish with case colored frame, hammer, and lever, brass straps, one piece varnished walnut grips, and fire blue screws. Comes with period wood display case, an eagle powder flask, blued two cavity Colt mold, Eley Bro. Colt paper label cap tin, and a packet of 5 Colt New Model Police cartridges. CONDITION: Excellent. Retains nearly all the beautiful Colt original finish. The barrel shows hint of muzzle finish loss and a couple of age freckles and minor handling marks. The one line Colt barrel legend is sharp. The cylinder retains nearly all the blue as well with a light drag line and some minor high edge wear at face. Frame retains nearly full case color dulling on shield. Screw heads are true and retain their bright blue. Brass has toned. Grips have a few impressions. Action works correctly. The bore is bright. Lovely case with great accessories. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .36 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1862 Police Serial Number: 23610

(A) COLT 1849 POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER WITH CASE.

Lot #1195 (Sale Order 88 of 345)

Manufactured in 1852. This pocket model features all matching serial numbers including wedge and lever. The roll die cylinder scene features the stage coach hold up. The octagon barrel is high polish blue with two line New York Colt legend. The case color frame is stamped "Colt's Patent". The brass straps are silver plated with aged one piece ivory grips. Screws are fire blue, case colored lever and hammer. The period case features a small eagle flask, a two cavity brass Colt mold, an Eley Bro. cap tin with some original paper label on sides. CONDITION: Excellent. The barrel retains about 95% bright blue, strong barrel legends, some high edge wear and some minor marks where wedge was removed. The cylinder shows flashes of blue with a near perfect scene. Frame colors are present showing some dulling color with balance a grey patina. Straps retain approximately 80% plating. The screw heads still show some bright blue. The grips are toned and fit most precisely. Action works fine. Bore is bright. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: .31 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1849 Pocket Serial Number: 26093

(A) RARE PRUSSIAN KOENIGLICHE ROYAL NAVY MARKED COLT 1851 NAVY SINGLE ACTION PERCUSSION REVOLVER WIT

Lot #1196 (Sale Order 89 of 345)

For over forty years, collectors believed that these guns were issued to Austria recent scholarship has challenged this. This gun was part of a shipment of 3455 revolvers intended for delivery to Russia in 1855, while Colt was supplying the same arms to Great Britain, thus servicing both sides of the Crimean War. They were shipped through Prussia but were confiscated by the Prussian government, where they languished for several years until 1000 of these guns were eventually issued to the Prussian Royal Navy. These issued guns are stamped "KM" on top of the back strap with the number "187". This gun is recorded as being made in 1853. The Prussian Navy was involved in the Second Schleswig War (1864), the Austro-Prussian War (1866), and the Franco-Prussian War (1870–1871), the first two most likely where this gun saw service. The gun itself features all matching numbers to include the wedge and loading lever. The grips are one piece walnut. Finish was blue and case color. The cylinder has the roll die Naval scene. The straps are brass and were silver plated. The top of the octagon barrel has the one line Colt New York legend. The left side of frame has the Colt Patent legend. This revolver comes with an original leather slim jim style holster with the "KM" crown stamp but is missing the cylinder pouch and has no accessories. CONDITION: Very good. The original barrel was period shortened to 6"and a front sight was set in. There are traces of original plating on trigger guard. All legends are sharp. The naval cylinder scene is still partially evident. There is no visible original finish and is now a smooth clean patina. The grips are slightly shy to metal as refinished. The action indexes correctly with good half cock. The bore is well defined but frosted. Accessories: Leather holster Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .36 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1851 Navy Serial Number: 30920

(A) CASED REMINGTON BEALS FIRST MODEL 2ND ISSUE PERCUSSION POCKET REVOLVER.

Lot #1197 (Sale Order 90 of 345)

Only made in 1857-1858. This early 2nd issue features the brass trigger guard. Frame stamped "Remingtons Ilion NY". Octagon barrel stamped "F. BEALES' PATENT" with dates. Smooth gutta percha grips. Comes in period wood case with small eagle flask, two cavity brass mold, and wood and metal rods. CONDITION: Fine. Excellent grips. Toned brass. Frame is smooth patina. Barrel, frame and cylinder are a dull matte blue brown smooth homogenous finish. Defined rifling. Nice early rare set. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 3" Caliber/Bore: .31 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Remington Model: Beals Serial Number: NSN

(A) COLT MODEL 1862 POLICE PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

Lot #1198 (Sale Order 91 of 345)

According to the Colt Factory Archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .36 Caliber with a 6 - 1/2" barrel and blue finish. Stocks not listed. Ship to address not listed. It was shipped on July 7, 1863. So it is a Civil War era gun. It comes in a period flap holster and appears to have been with this holster most of its life. Matching serial numbers observed on the barrel assembly, frame, trigger guard, backstrap and arbor. CONDITION: This gun retains lots of the original factory applied blue finish. Most of the finish loss is on the cylinder and barrel. Lots of case color remains on the frame, hammer and loading lever. Traces of silver remain on the trigger guard and backstrap. Good bore with well defined lands and grooves. Most of the original varnish remains on the well fitting grips. The action works correctly. It locks up tight and indexes fine. The holster is in good condition showing leather crazing. The plug at the bottom of the holster has blown out. Most of the stitching is present. A better than average 62 Police. Accessories: leather holster Barrel Length: 6 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .36 caliber FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1863 Police Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 11795

(A) CASED PAIR OF METROPOLITAN POLICE REVOLVERS PRESENTED TO LT. WILLIAM J. GREASEY.

Lot #1199 (Sale Order 92 of 345)

Lot consists of a pair of Metropolitan Police Revolvers, which were produced from 1864-66. The back stamp on (A) bears the presentation engraved "Wm J. Greasey, Newburyport, October 1861" while the butt is engraved "Roanoke, Feb 8, 62 March 14, Newbury". Lt. Greasey served with the 23rd Massachusetts, where he enlisted on September 11th, 1861, and served until July 24th, 1862, when he was overtaken by a severe illness that forced him out of the service. Since the dates on this revolver predate their manufacture, this pair of guns appear to have been presented to him after the war's end to thank him for his service with the dates and places of his career documented. (A) is the earlier version that does not have the Metropolitan barrel legend. The known serial range for these unmarked revolvers is 11xx-18xx and then again from 1950-2400. The five shot fluted cylinder on this gun is 2125, which falls into this range. Every other part on this gun to include the wedge and lever, is number 6788. The highest known serial number recorded for the Police models was 3850. This writer can only assume that this gun with proper cylinder number range was assembled by the factory and they simply applied a serial number from another series of revolvers in production at the time. (B) has all matching numbers including the wedge and cylinder. This later example has the Metropolitan barrel legend and falls into the correct serial range from 18xx through 1950. Both revolvers feature fluted cylinders, brass straps, one piece varnished walnut grips, and case colored frames, hammers, and levers. Both revolvers have silver plated straps. CONDITION: (A) retains approximately 70% case color on frame. Hammer has darkened. Lever on this gun is bright blue on forward portion and case color only on the back portion. The barrel and cylinder retain at least 85% plus bright blue. Grips are excellent. Straps retain about 40% silver plating. Action advances correctly but there is no half cock. Bore is sharp. (B) remains in nearly the same condition. Frame colors are a bit darker and straps show less plating. The half cock works on this gun. This set comes in a period lined wood case with a small eagle flask, a nipple wrench, two lacquered Eley cap tins, a packet of five Hazard New Police Pistol cartridges, and a nickel oil bottle. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: (BOTH) 4 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: (BOTH) .38 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: (BOTH) Metropolitan Model: (BOTH) Police Paperwork: Research Serial Number: (A) 6788 (B) 1863

(A) ENGRAVED COLT 1851 NAVY SINGLE ACTION PERCUSSION REVOVER

Lot #1200 (Sale Order 93 of 345)

Manufactured in 1862. All matching numbers except wedge, which is not numbered. Standard features include an octagon barrel, brass straps, aftermarket burl walnut grips. All major parts are hand engraved in American scroll with a punchdot background. The cylinder is engraved, and no naval scene is present. Barrel has the New York Colt legend. Frame has the "Colt's Patent". CONDITION: Excellent as embellished. Engraving is not of the period but finely done and quite precise. Metal was left in the white and shows some oxidation. All legends and edges are crisp. Rifling is well defined but does show some abrasion. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .36 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1851 Serial Number: 122697

(A) RARE COLT THUER CONVERSION MODEL 1860 ARMY SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1201 (Sale Order 94 of 345)

This Colt exhibits the Thuer conversion, which was performed by cutting the rear portion of the cylinder away and installing a conversion center fire breech ring with the script "E" for ejector. The loading lever cut has not been reamed, but the drilled out threaded area in loading lever for the Thuer priming punch is present. Colt cylinders and breech rings were offered by Godfrey Company of New York to gunsmiths and the general public during the era, and this conversion was most likely done outside the factory as there are no assembly numbers on ring or the face of cylinder, no scooped barrel lug channel, and most importantly, no hardened disc as used in factory Thuer revolvers on the hammer. All numbers on match. This is a New York example as stamped within the Colt legend on barrel. The rebated cylinder shows no sign of any Naval scene roll die stamp. All other features are standard with a brass trigger guard, iron back strap, shoulder cut on left cylinder fence, and fit with lovely one piece ivory grips. CONDITION: Very good. The four screws visible on left side retain nearly all the bright blue and given the balance of this gun is a smooth homogenous patina, the correct type screws were replaced. All legends are legible. The action works correctly. The bore is very well defined but does show some abrasions. Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .44 Army FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1860 Army Serial Number: 36186

(A) FANTASTIC U.S. MODEL 1875 2ND ISSUE 1881 DATED OFFICER'S MODEL TRAPDOOR RIFLE.

Lot #1202 (Sale Order 95 of 345)

As most collectors know, the Model 1875 rifle was made at Springfield for purchase by commissioned officers. A total of 477 were made between 1875 until 1885, divided into three series or types. The second series was made from 1877-1881, making this is a rare last year second series as it is dated 1881 on the frame where you would normally find the serial number. In addition, on the left side of the stock, is a cartouche with the letters SWP in script for Sam Porterwith the date of 1881. The only other examples that had a date were on the third series in 1885. This late 2nd model features the desirable checkered pistol grip which was detachable. This incredible example features the blued round sporting barrel with the folding beech type front sight and the R stamped 1879 military style barrel mounted rear sight. In addition, rifle sports the high polish blue wrist mounted tang sight. The proof P in circle at base of stock has been moved rearward toward the butt plate so as not to be covered by the pistol grip. The forearm is factory checkered as is the wrist and the pistol grip. There is the usual engraved fancy pewter forearm tip as well. There is further engraving on the top tang of butt plate with US stamp. The trigger guard is engraved as is the blued upper tang, the breech block, the forward top of breech, the hammer, the breech block release lever and the side plate which is stamped US SPRINGFIELD. The hand engraving is a mixture of scroll, leaves, decorative curved lines and some punch dot back ground. The original oak cleaning rod is held to the barrel by a single high polish blued ferrule. Beautiful bone case colors are seen on the trigger guard, the barrel band which is held in place by a fire blue spring, the side plate, hammer, the action and buttplate. The screws and some small parts are fire blue. The stock is fairly straight grained American walnut. CONDITION: Excellent. This specimen has survived in stellar condition retaining approximately 70% case colors to a dull grey on balance. The butt plate has some pattern but mostly dull grey. The barrel band still shows pattern. The barrel retains virtually all of its factory blue with minute handling marks. The bright fire blue on screws and small parts is mostly present, including the tang sight. The stock is in superb condition showing a few minor impressions, mostly near the SWP cartouche. The action is crisp. The bore is bright. This rare rifle has it all. It is one of only a handful of 1881 dated examples with a pistol grip and is rguably, one of the most handsome and rare military sporting rifles ever made. Barrel Length: 26" Caliber/Bore: .45-70 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Springfield Model: 1875 Officer's Model Serial Number: 1881

(A) CONFEDERATE GOVERNMENT PRODUCED SHARPS SINGLE SHOT PERCUSSION CARBINE.

Lot #1203 (Sale Order 96 of 345)

Manufactured at the former S.C. Robinson factory in Richmond, Virginia by the Confederate Government after they purchased the factory in March of 1863. Barrel is .52 caliber with 6-groove rifling, broad based iron blade front sight, and simple "V" notch rear sight. Just behind rear sight, barrel is marked "RICHMOND.VA" in the correct style. Matching serial numbers observed on rear of lockplate and on barrel underneath forearm retention spring, however, tang is not numbered. Forearm has correct flat brass barrel band. Stock has brass buttplate, sling swivel, and correct slide bar with cavalry carbine ring. Stock is carved with "J.J.J" on left side. CONDITION: Good, with iron assemblies turned an untouched brown patina. Brass assemblies are a pleasing mellow patina. Forearm has a longitudinal crack from barrel band to receiver face with an approximately 1 -3/4" piece missing near receiver face. These cracks often happened during the period, with one cavalry company complaining that 7 out of 9 carbines cracked this way when tested. Stock has scattered heavy handling marks and minor age related splitting, especially on bottom of stock, but is otherwise strong. Bore has strong rifling with age related freckling throughout. Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: .52 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Confederate Government Model: Sharps Serial Number: 2209

(A) INCREDIBLE GEORGE GIBBS BRISTOL FARQUHARSON METFORD NO.1 FALLING BLOCK MILITARY STYLE RIFLE IN O

Lot #1204 (Sale Order 97 of 345)

Made by Gibbs at his Bristol shop. This is a No. 1 chambered for the .461 Gibbs big game cartridge also known as the Gibbs 2 11/32" using a 540 grain bullet with 90 grains of black powder, a bottle neck centerfire. The Gibbs Farguharson Metford was introduced in 1879. Barrel is stamped Metford 1797 George Gibbs 39 Corn Street Bristol chambered for the Gibb's No. 1 case. This rare single shot is built in a military configuration with a full length checkered walnut forearm, matching checkered pistol grip walnut stock with roll over cheek piece, a checkered steel butt plate with trap door, a 33" round barrel , two barrel bands with bayonet lug on forward band, a metal cleaning rod, a folding military style rear sight, post front sight, hammerless, right side safety with a case color frame, lever and grip cap along with sling eyes. Right side of frame is stamped "BOLTED" in gold with gold serial number on bridge. The right side of rear band has an etched Sanskrit. The original canvas and leather case has the Gibbs trade label. Left side of frame is stamped George Gibbs Bristol. The left barrel breech has numerous British proof marks. CONDITION: Magnificent with nearly all the bright blue, fire blue, bright case colors, fantastic stock with sharp checkering and minor impressions. A scuff on rear band and minor handling only. Bright 7-groove Metford rifling . It would be nearly impossible to find another Gibbs rifle of this style and in this condition. The case comes with an old glass oil bottle in wood case, wooden rod, can of grease and cleaning pull. The case has some stains, faded red interior, a broken handle and one broken end apron. Accessories: case and accessories Barrel Length: 33" Caliber/Bore: .461 NO. 1 Gibbs FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: George Gibbs Model: No. 1 Serial Number: 859

(A) OUTSTANDING GWYN & CAMPBELL TYPE 2 PERCUSSION CARBINE.

Lot #1205 (Sale Order 98 of 345)

Only 4000 made in 1863-64 in Hamilton Ohio. Features a case color frame, lock, hammer and lever. The blued octagon to round barrel sports a post front sight and folding ladder rear sight. The left side of frame has the saddle ring and bar. On right side of frame at forward area is stamped "UNIO RIFLE". The lock has the Gwyn & Campbell, Hamilton, Ohio legend. Left side of barrel at breech has "R" sub-inspector stamp. The left side of the walnut stock has a bold "WHR" cartouche for William Russel. CONDITION: Excellent. Almost unused. The stock still has the raised grain with a couple of minor impressions. The fire blue screw heads in stock and both sides of frame still retain virtually all their fire blue finish. The right side of frame, lock, and hammer retain nearly all their bright case color. The left side is almost as nice with some wear from the ring. The barrel retains 98-99% blue with just the smallest of handling marks. The fire blue loading block retains half its finish. Even the patina butt plate has some flashes of bright blue. Bore is mirror bright. Would be almost impossible to find a better example. Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: .52 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Gwyn & Campbell Model: Type 2 Serial Number: NSN

(A) SHARPS FACTORY CONVERSION "OLD RELIABLE" HEAVY BARREL BUFFALO GUN RIFLE.

Lot #1206 (Sale Order 99 of 345)

The Sharps rifle company began converting numerous surplus military inspected carbines and rifles into viable sporting guns before the introduction of the Model 1874 following the Civil War. For this rifle, Sharps used a military C serial number frame with a surplus military issue butt stock that has the DFC David Clark ribbon in center of stock on left side (applied to cartridge converted Sharps) as well as the two original cartouche stamps on left side of AWM for Allen W. Mather and TWR for Thomas W Russel, both of whom are documented inspectors for the Sharps New Model 1863 rifle. Sharps installed an extra heavy barrel that is oversized at receiver breech. It is stamped with the "Old Reliable" box as well as Sharps Rifle Co. Bridgeport legend. The underside of barrel as well as inside the forearm have stamped numbers that match the original tang serial number. The caliber, 45 2/10 is stamped at breech. The frame has the Sharps patent legend on right side. Case colored patchbox and butt plate. Double set triggers. CONDITION: Very good. The stock is superb with minor impressions only. You can see where the sling swivel was removed and filled. The cartouche stamps are bold. The top rear of stock has three letter small inspector stamps and top of butt plate has a single sub inspector stamp. The patch box retains nearly all its bright case color and the screws retain nearly all their bright blue. The numbered forearm shows far more wear with a chip at frame on right side and scattered dings. The butt stock fits nearly perfect but must have been replaced after the initial conversion as the condition is too sharp compared to balance of rifle where as the barrel is now a smooth brown patina with sharp legends. The frame, lever and hammer colors are now a nice patina. The set triggers are still working. The bore shows clean and well defined rifling but is frosted. A really nice example of a factory converted post Civil War buffalo rifle. Barrel Length: 30 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .45 2 1/10 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Sharps Rifle Co. Model: 1874 Serial Number: C,45454

(A) CHARLES C COLEMAN EXPERIMENTAL CIVIL WAR ERA FALLING BLOCK RIFLE.

Lot #1207 (Sale Order 100 of 345)

During the 1940s-50s, James J. Grant published a series of five books all dealing exclusively with the single shot rifle. In his fourth volume entitled "STILL MORE SINGLE SHOT RIFLES", Grant makes the only mention of Chas C Coleman this writer could find, the following note; "I saw a Chas C. Coleman Patented May 13, 1902 (this is an error as it should read 1862), a single shot rifle at the Ohio Gun Show. A ring trigger, by means of a forward motion, releases a falling block. This specimen, apparently in .38 rimfire, is the only one I have ever observed to date" on page 68. The left side of the frame is engraved, not stamped "Chas C Coleman Patented May 13, 1862. A patent office search may reveal more information. The rifle closely resembles a Ballard style rifle. It sports an octagon to round barrel, a globe front sight, a sporting rear sight, a trigger and ring within the guard, an exposed hammer, a walnut stock with metal butt plate and a matching forearm that has a metal tip. The rifle is loaded by pushing the ring which drops the entire block, trigger and all, exposing an extractor and allowing loading. CONDITION: Fine. Barrel retains the majority of blue but patina is bleeding through. The frame retains about 40% bright blue drifting grey. The stock is solid but there is a hairline crack at both sides of wrist and two missing pieces at top of wrist at frame. The forearm is fine. The bore is sharp and action works but spring is light. Further digging may unveil more facts as to the when, where and who made this weapon as it never went into production and is most likely the very same example mentioned by Grant. It is interesting to note that hundreds of patents were submitted for rifle designs during the Civil War, each one seeking a lucrative government war contract which was most likely the purpose of patenting this rifle. This is a chance to own a one of a kind Civil War era prototype. Barrel Length: 26" Caliber/Bore: .38 RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: C.C. Coleman Model: Falling Block Serial Number: NSN

(A) RARE SHARPS MODEL 1853 SLANT BREECH SHOTGUN.

Lot #1208 (Sale Order 101 of 345)

Records show that only 320 of these Sharps factory shotguns were made between 1854-1856. Round barrel, sighting groove on frame, and a simple brass bead front sight. Sharps Rifle Hartford barrel legend on top at breech. Sharps patent legends at top of frame and on right side lock. The butt plate is brass with a pewter forearm tip. Walnut stock and forearm. CONDITION: Fine. The barrel is a smooth brown patina. The case colors have patterned to various shades. The stock is solid, proud to metal, with small chip at toe and sundry impressions and light scratches. The forearm has similar dings and impressions. All metal is butter smooth. Bore is mirror bright. Super clean and seldom seen. Barrel Length: 27" FFL Status: Antique Gauge: 26 Bore Manufacturer: C. Sharps Model: 1853 Serial Number: 16930

(A) CASED DELUXE ENGRAVED AND FULLY PLATED VOLCANIC REPEATING ARMS NO. 2 NAVY MODEL LEVER ACTION PIS

Lot #1209 (Sale Order 102 of 345)

This wonderful deluxe pistol was manufactured circa 1856. After taking over production from Smith & Wesson in 1855, the Volcanic Repeating Arms Co. produced approximately 3,000 large frame Navy pistols over 13 months. This example is fitted with a full nickel plated 8" holster model barrel with 3-line "THE VOLCANIC / REPEATING ARMS CO. / PATENT NEW HAVEN CONN. FEB. 14, 1854" address. Small blade front sight and drift adjustable rear sight. The brass frame features deluxe style engraving comprised of flowing foliate scroll and floral motifs over a punch dot background with cross hatch panels. Engraving is of nicer, more elaborate composition and higher coverage than standard factory engraving of the area, for another similar example of this deluxe engraving see page 57 of "Volcanic Firearms" by Lewis and Rutter. Lever and hammer are finished in nickel. Grips are original 2-piece smooth ivory, each stamped inside with the matching serial number. Pistol is housed in a hardwood presentation case with partitioned dark purple crushed velvet lining. Case includes brass wiping rod, oiler, and a period ammunition tin with partial label reading "METALIC". According to a card found within the case, this lovely pistol was featured in a 1957 issue of the Gun Report. CONDITION: Near excellent for its age. Barrel retains approximately 90% of its plating with some flaking along the high edges and address, as well as dings on the loading gate. Frame retains the majority of its original plating wearing through to mellow brass, highlighting the engraving handsomely. Frame has a crack at the mainspring retaining screw, some hammer marks also present on the butt from the period of use. Lever and hammer retain nearly all of their plating with a few minor flakes. Lever screw appears to be a replacement. Grips show some shrinkage and brown staining towards the top, the balance exhibiting a pleasant rich mottled cream patina. Fine, bright bore with strong, well defined rifling and some light frosting. Fine mechanics. Case shows impressions from storage but displays very nicely. A very attractive and very rare deluxe, fully plated Volcanic worthy of an advanced Winchester collection. Accessories: Case, Accessories Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .41 Rocket Ball FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Volcanic Repeating Arms Model: Navy Serial Number: 1837

(A) IMPORTANT SMITH & WESSON LARGE FRAME VOLCANIC REPEATING PISTOL SERIAL NUMBER 2.

Lot #1210 (Sale Order 103 of 345)

After forming an informal partnership in 1852, Horace Smith and Daniel Wesson received patents in 1854 for a toggle link repeating magazine firearm and an improved version of the self contained cartridge, and thus what would be known as the Volcanic pistol was created. Smith & Wesson only produced the pistols through 1855 when the Volcanic Repeating Arms Co. was incorporated under the leadership of Nelson Gaston and Oliver Winchester. Further refinement of the design over the next decade saw the creation of the Henry rifle and later the iconic Winchester 1866. This extremely important, very early production Smith & Wesson repeating pistol is numbered "2" and marks an important step in the early development of lever action repeating arms as well as Smith and Wesson's partnership. The Volcanic pistols were the first arms produced by the partnership, the first of their iconic revolvers introduced in 1857. Smith & Wesson produced fewer than 500 of these large frame pistols at their facility in Norwich, Connecticut. Total production of all variations was around 1700. The 8" octagon to round barrel is marked near the breech with a scarce inverted "V' style address, reading "SMITH & WESSON NORWICH, CT." in an inverted "V" over "PATENT / CAST-STEEL". The barrel address from this pistol, as well as a full shot of the gun are pictured on page 29 of "Volcanic Firearms" by Lewis and Rutter. Barrel is fitted with a small blade front sight, which also doubles as a guide for the muzzle collar loading gate. Rear sight is a fixed "V" notch and is marked "2". Type 1 uncrowned muzzle. Small, clamshell style follower. Iron receiver is factory engraved with open flowing foliate scroll and leaf patterns. Frame has the appropriate flared base characteristic of these early large frame Smith & Wessons. Fitted with replacement smooth oil finished grips of excellent figure, each stamped internally with a "2". CONDITION: Very Good overall. Pistol displays a pleasant overall plum brown patina, a coat of finish added some time ago. Markings remain strong and legible, the engraving crisp. Grips are very fine some added oil and a few minor handling marks. Bore is especially fine and crisp, showing little if any use. Fine mechanics. An overall attractive and historic early Volcanic representing an important step in the development of the modern repeating firearm. Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .41 Rocket Ball FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson Model: Large Frame Volcanic Pistol Serial Number: 2

(A) EXTREMELY FINE VOLCANIC REPEATING ARMS NO. 2 HOLSTER MODEL NAVY REPEATING PISTOL.

Lot #1211 (Sale Order 104 of 345)

Production of Volcanic pistols continued from Smith & Wesson to the newly incorporated Volcanic Repeating Arms Co. in 1855. This rather early production example is numbered "303", some 3,000 large frame pistols were produced in total by Volcanic Repeating Arms during their 13 month production run. It is marked on the top flat with 3-line "THE VOLCANIC / REPEATING ARMS CO / PATENT NEW HAVEN CONN FEB. 14, 1854" address. The 8" "holster" size barrel is of standard octagon form, finished in lustrous polished blue. A small blade front sight is fitted to the muzzle collar, and a v-notch rear sight dovetailed into the receiver. Brass receiver is attractively silver plated. Finger loop lever and hammer are case hardened. Smooth 2-piece walnut grips, the left stamped on the inside with the full serial number. Matching numbers also observed on the lever, bolt, toggles, inside of side each side plate, as well as the frame. CONDITION: Excellent. The original blue remains strong and bright on the barrel assembly with some light thinning on the loading gate, as well as faint high edge silvering and scattered handling marks. Blue is likewise fine on the lifter. Receiver retains virtually all of its silver plating, having taken on a very pleasant mellow patina with a few darker patina spots. Lever displays bright case colors on the sides, the working surfaces drifting to a patterned gray patina. Hammer likewise retains most of its strong case colors. Grips have some very light impressions and appear lightly cleaned with an added coat of finish. Strong, well defined bore showing some expected mild black powder abrasion. Crisp mechanics. An outstanding example that would be difficult to improve upon, a worthy addition for the advanced Winchester collection. Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .41 Rocket Ball FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Volcanic Repeating Arms Model: Navy Serial Number: 303

(A) FINE VOLCANIC REPEATING ARMS NO. 2 HOLSTER MODEL NAVY REPEATING PISTOL.

Lot #1212 (Sale Order 105 of 345)

The Volcanic Repeating Arms Co. took over production of Volcanic arms from Smith & Wesson in 1855 and after assembling stocks of Smith & Wesson made parts began producing brass frame Volcanics around the end of the year. Over the next 13 months before reorganization as New Haven Arms, approximately 3,000 large frame pistols were produced. This fine example is fitted with a polish blued 8" holster model barrel with 3-line "THE VOLCANIC / REPEATING ARMS CO. / PATENT NEW HAVEN CONN. FEB. 14, 1854" address. German silver cone front sight and dovetailed v-notch rear. Plain, unplated brass frame. Standard smooth oiled walnut grips, each stamped on the inside with the matching serial number. Left grip is also stamped "1355" on the outside. CONDITION: Very fine. Barrel retains the vast majority of its original blue with some mild thinning, edgewear and scattered marks. Receiver appears to have been cleaned some time ago, now displaying a pleasant mellow patina. Follower retains strong nitre blue around the edges, the center cleaned. Lever displays original blue on the sides mixing with gunmetal patina. Hammer colors have largely faded to patina as well. Grips have expected impressions and nicks with some added finish. Right side also has several small unfilled holes, likely where a plaque of some sort was mounted. Bore is especially fine and bright, showing little if any use. Fine mechanics. A nice example. Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .41 Rocket Ball FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: The Volcanic Repeating Arms Co. Model: Navy Serial Number: 1922

(A) VOLCANIC REPEATING ARMS NO. 2 BELT MODEL NAVY REPEATING PISTOL.

Lot #1213 (Sale Order 106 of 345)

Produced circa 1856 after production was taken over from Smith & Wesson by the Volcanic Repeating Arms Co. in 1855. Prior to being reorganized as the New Haven Arms Co. under Oliver Winchester in 1857, approximately 3,000 navy size pistols were produced. This belt size navy pistol is fitted with a polish blued 6" octagon barrel. Top flat stamped with a 3-line "THE VOLCANIC / REPEATING ARMS CO. / PATENT NEW HAVEN CONN. FEB. 14, 1854" address, "THE VOLCANIC" stamped very lightly and only partially legible. Pistol is fitted with a brass bead front sight and drift adjustable v-notch rear. Unplated brass frame construction. Grips are smooth walnut, each with matching numbers stamped inside. Matching numbers also observed on the frame, lever, inside each side plate, on the bolt, carrier, and toggle links. CONDITION: Fine. The barrel assembly retains the majority of its fading factory blue, some spots thinning to an even gray patina. Frame displays a pleasant mellow patina with some freckling present on the back strap and front sight side. Hammer and lever retain traces of finish in protected areas, the balance drifting to patina. Grips show light impressions throughout and wear long the edges of the base. Bore is well defined with some mild black powder abrasion. Fine mechanics. Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .41 Rocket Ball FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Volcanic Repeating Arms Model: Navy Serial Number: 809

(A) HANDSOME CASED PAIR OF ENGRAVED VOLCANIC REPEATING ARMS NO. 2 NAVY MODEL LEVER ACTION PISTOLS.

Lot #1214 (Sale Order 107 of 345)

The Volcanic Repeating Arms Co. produced approximately 3,000 navy size Volcanic pistols from the end of 1855 to 1857 when production was reorganized under Oliver Winchester's the New Haven Arms Company. Housed in a purple crushed velvet relined partitioned period presentation case, this attractive assembled pair is comprised of 6" belt size pistols. Pistol (A) is marked on top flat of its replacement barrel with a rerolled 3-line "THE VOLCANIC / REPEATING ARMS CO. / PATENT NEW HAVEN CONN. FEB. 14, 1854" address. Tall brass bead front sight and drift adjustable notch rear. Frame is silver plated and engraved in open flowing folate scroll, leaf motifs, and cross hatch patterning as usually encountered on New Haven arms production pistols. Pistol is fitted with upgraded 2-piece smooth ivory stocks. CONDITION: Fine as restored. Barrel retains significant portions of reapplied blue, drifting to a plum patina. Receiver displays virtually all of its attractive reapplied plating. Stocks exhibit a rich creamy patina with a few darkened spots. Well defined bore with some light frosting. Action is sticky. Pistol (B) also bears the 3-line "THE VOLCANIC / REPEATING ARMS CO. / PATENT NEW HAVEN CONN. FEB. 14, 1854" address. Cone front sight and drift adjustable v-notch rear. The silver plated frame is engraved with large flowing foliate scroll with leaf motifs. Somewhat more elaborate than usual Volcanic engraving, a very similar pattern is exhibited on Oliver Winchester's personal pair of Volcanic pistols. Stocks are matching upgraded smooth ivory. CONDITION: Fine as restored. The barrel assembly retains the majority of its fading reapplied blue. The frame retains nearly all of its bright, reapplied plating with a few minor spots of loss. Grips are very fine with a pleasant cream patina. Bore is well defined with some black powder abrasion. Fine mechanics. Case is good with a mild lid warp, as well as dings and nicks throughout. An attractive pair of scarce Volcanic pistols that display very well. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: (BOTH) 6" Caliber/Bore: (BOTH) .41 Rocket Ball FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: (BOTH) Volcanic Repeating Arms Model: (BOTH) Navy Serial Number: (A) 118 (B) 2369

(A) MASONIC MARKED VOLCANIC REPEATING ARMS NO. 2 HOLSTER MODEL NAVY REPEATING PISTOL.

Lot #1215 (Sale Order 108 of 345)

After the Volcanic Repeating Arms Co. was established in 1855, production transferred from Smith & Wesson and continued under the name through 1857. Over 13 months approximately 3,000 Navy size pistols were produced, this example produced at the middle of the production run. This holster size Navy is fitted with a blued octagon barrel. Top flat marked with 3-line "THE VOLCANIC / REPEATING ARMS CO. / PATENT NEW HAVEN CONN. FEB. 14, 1854." address. Small blade front sight and drift adjustable dovetailed v-notch rear sight. Magazine follower tab appears to be a replacement, having a slightly thicker profile. Iconic brass frame stamped 4 times on the right side plate with small masonic square and compass touchmarks. Smooth oil finished walnut grips appear to be replacements, each marked on the inside with matching serial numbers. Matching numbers also observed on the frame, lever, inside of side plates, and toggle. CONDITION: Very good overall. Barrel blue has largely faded to a mellow brown gray patina. Address remains strong and legible. Frame exhibits a rich, darkened mustard patina. Hammer and lever case colors have faded to gray patina with some light patterning. Grips fit somewhat unevenly but are otherwise excellent with a few very light marks. Well defined bore with some areas of abrasion. Fine mechanics. Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .41 Rocket Ball FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Volcanic Repeating Arms Model: Navy Serial Number: 1377

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

Lot #1216 (Sale Order 109 of 345)

Manufactured circa 1865 at the close of the Civil War, the Henry's popularity expanded beyond the battlefield into the burgeoning Western frontier. The standard blued octagon barrel of this example is stamped on the top flat with the correct large size 2-line address. Fitted with tapered German silver blade front sight and late 900 yard graduated ladder rear sight with retaining screw. Full length magazine tube with large brass follower and forward sling bar with ring. Iconic later contour brass frame stamped on the lower tang with Oliver Winchester's "W" inspection stamp. Walnut stock of late form with a mildly obtuse comb angle. Matching serial number stamped in the stock channel. Fitted with an iron sling swivel and brass tool trap crescent butt plate, the matching serial number stamped on the underside. CONDITION: Very Good. Barrel has drifted to an overall plum brown patina with some older oxidation spotting. Frame has a very pleasant mellow mustard patina with a few areas of darkness. Stock has been lightly cleaned, a few impressions and other bruises remaining. Very strong, well defined bore with frosting and other imperfections. Fine mechanics. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Henry Model: 1860 Serial Number: 10428

(A) VERY EARLY NEW HAVEN ARMS MODEL 1860 HENRY LEVER ACTION RIFLE SERIAL NUMBER 28.

Lot #1217 (Sale Order 110 of 345)

Production of innovative lever action Volcanic arms continued under Oliver Winchester's New Haven Arms despite the inherent flaws with design and underpowered ammunition. Plant supervisor Benjamin Tyler Henry began work on an improved design around 1858 and was granted a patent in 1860 for what would become the Henry rifle, perhaps the first reliable lever action rifle and direct precursor to the Winchester 1866. This extremely early production example is numbered "28" and is built with a brass frame. The first 400 Henry rifles produced are a mixture of both iron and brass frames. Les Quick's "The Henry Rifle" also records this serial number as a brass frame gun on page 54. The blued octagon barrel is stamped with the correct small style 2-line address. The serial number at the breech has been very professionally renumbered to match the receiver showing little evidence. The German silver front sight has been modified into a low blade. Rear sight is a period replaced semi-buckhorn with a slightly larger than standard dovetailed base. Early small style magazine follower. Walnut perch belly stock with harsh early comb angle, the matching serial number stamped in the channel. Early style rounded heel brass tool trap butt plate also stamped with the serial number on the underside. Butt plate screws and one of the tang screws are matching, others appear to be replacements. CONDITION: Very good overall. Barrel assembly displays an even dark patina with added finish and some mild evidence of older oxidation. Receiver has a rich and mellow mustard patina with expected dings and nicks. Stock appears cleaned and reoiled long ago, fitting slightly shy to metal. Some scattered impressions throughout and chipping at the toe. Good, well defined bore with some black powder abrasions. Fine mechanics. Firing pin is a modern replacement. A very early example of a highly desirable and historic Henry. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: 1860 Henry Serial Number: 28

(A) CIVIL WAR NEW HAVEN ARMS MODEL 1860 HENRY LEVER ACTION RIFLE WITH INSPECTION STAMPS.

Lot #1218 (Sale Order 111 of 345)

Only 1,731 Henry rifles were officially purchased by the federal government for martial use, many going to the 1st DC Cavalry to defend Washington DC in 1864. These arms are traditionally found in the 3000-4000 serial number range. This circa 1863 Henry is numbered "2971", slightly below the known range. The frame and barrel are both marked with the Benjamin Tyler Henry "H" inspection marks, the barrel also stamped with "C.G.C." for martial inspector Charles G. Chapman as would be correct for Type I martial Henry rifles, although markings appear added sometime after this example left the factory. Barrel is otherwise standard with blued finish and small style 2-line address. Fitted with tapered German silver blade front sight and 900 yard ladder rear sight, the rear sight currently set in the receiver dovetail. Full length magazine tube with large style brass follower and forward sling bar with ring. Matching "150" assembly numbers observed on the loading gate and barrel underneath. Early contour brass frame. Walnut stock with slightly obtuse comb angle, the matching serial number stamped in the channel. No visible military inspection cartouche. Stock is mounted with a sling swivel and matching numbered early rounded heel brass tool trap butt plate. Butt plate marked with an added "H" inspection stamp. CONDITION: Very good overall. Barrel displays a pleasant plum patina mixing in a few areas with some added finish. Frame exhibits a very attractive mottled mellow mustard patina. Receiver shows various older nicks and dings, especially concentrated around the hammer and tops of the side plates. Stock has been lightly cleaned long ago with some scattered nicks and impressions remaining. Worn bore. Fine mechanics. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: 1860 Henry Serial Number: 2971

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

Lot #1219 (Sale Order 112 of 345)

Manufactured circa 1864. Standard blued octagon barrel with large style 2-line address. German silver blade front sight and replica 900 yard graduated rear ladder. Full length magazine tube with large brass follower and forward sling bar. Matching "89" assembly numbers stamped on the loading gate and on the barrel underneath. Brass receiver is attractively engraved in the factory Hoggson style. The left side plate features a central running doe with foliate scroll over punch dot embellishment and line borders. Right side plate is engraved with further arabesque foliate scroll over punch dot backgrounds with line borders. The forward panels have characteristic sprays of leaves with central bunches of grapes. Lower tag stamped with Benjamin Tyler Henry's "H" inspection mark. Stock is a contemporary oiled walnut replacement, the matching serial number stamped in the channel. Mounts include a rear sling swivel and matching crescent tool trap butt plate with engraving at the heel. CONDITION: Very good as restored and upgraded. Barrel displays a plum patina mixing with some added finish. Receiver has a mellowing golden patina. Engraving is crisp and strong. Stock is excellent with only a few faint handling marks. Several screws appear to be replacements. Strong bore with frosting and some black powder abrasions. Fine mechanics. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: 1860 Henry Serial Number: 6832

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

Lot #1220 (Sale Order 113 of 345)

Manufactured in 1862 as the Civil War raged, many Henry rifles were carried into battle as private purchase arms in addition to limited government contracts. This example is fitted with an octagon barrel shortened to 22 - 3/4" from the factory 24". It is documented that New Haven Arms experimented with 18" and 21" Henry carbines for military use with at least one trialed circa 1864. Top flat is stamped with correct early small style 2-line address. Modified early style German silver half moon front sight and early 1000 yard graduated rear ladder. Full length magazine tube with with large brass follower, likely a replacement. No assembly numbers present on loading gate or barrel underneath, the loading gate assembly a replacement. Early brass frame with rear sight dovetail. Straight grain walnut stock of correct early perch belly form with abrupt comb angle. Matching serial number stamped in the channel. Right side of the stock features period inlaid silver heart and rhombus decorations, as well as a brass pinwheel. Rounded heel brass butt plate with matching number on the underside. Stock and butt plate screws also stamped with matching numbers. CONDITION: Very good. Barrel has a mottled dove gray patina, address strong and legible. Receiver displays a golden patina with some scattered marks. Stock has been lightly cleaned and shows scattered impressions and nicks. A split present at the wrist. Well defined bore with some black powder abrasion. Crisp mechanics. Barrel Length: 22 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: 1860 Henry Serial Number: 973

(A) INTRIGUING ENGRAVED PRESENTATION VOLCANIC LEVER ACTION CARBINE.

Lot #1221 (Sale Order 114 of 345)

This very unusual and interesting Volcanic carbine features the name "Wm. Page" stamped in place of the barrel address on the top flat, as well in place of a serial number on the tang, lever, and butt plate. It is speculated that this William Page is the American painter (January 3, 1811 – October 1, 1885) who worked out of New York City after returning from Italy around 1860. Carbine is fitted with a polished blue pistol carbine barrel with small blade front sight and elevation adjustable rear. These barrels were produced in limited numbers by the Volcanic Repeating Arms Co. circa 1857, some remaining on hand when production resumed under New Haven Arms later that year. Brass receiver is engraved in the New Haven style with well executed foliate scroll and floral motifs, an open presentation banner on the left side plate. Engraving continues onto the brass butt plate. Oiled walnut stock is contemporary. CONDITION: Very fine. Barrel assembly retains the vast majority of its factory blue, some areas starting to drift to plum patina, especially the magazine block. Receiver exhibits an untouched dark, mellow bronze patina. Engraving and markings remain crisp. Stock is very fine with a few handling marks. Very fine, bright bore showing little if any use. Fine mechanics. A very interesting Volcanic deserving of further research. Barrel Length: 16 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .41 Rocket Ball FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Volcanic Repeating Arms Model: Carbine Serial Number: Wm. Page

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

Lot #1222 (Sale Order 115 of 345)

The Volcanic pistol-carbine was first advertised in 1857 and saw very limited production by the Volcanic Repeating Arms Co., estimated at around 300 units. Production of Volcanic arms was reorganized under the New Haven Arms Co. that year by Oliver Winchester and the pistol carbine was discontinued, although a few 16" guns are believed to have been assembled from left over parts. As is seen on page 84 of "Volcanic Firearms" by Lewis and Rutter, the first line of the address reading "VOLCANIC REPEATING ARMS CO." was removed from the guns. On this example only the "CO." is visible over the standard patent and address line. Carbine is fitted with a small blade front sight and elevation adjustable u-notch rear sight. Standard unplated brass frame fitted for a shoulder stock. Grips are varnished walnut, the right grip stamped on the inside with the full serial number and the left with only the last digit. Carbine is accompanied by an attractive replica walnut stock, displaying very well overall. CONDITION: Very good. Barrel assembly has drifted to a plum brown patina with some scattered dings and freckles. Frame displays a mellowing golden patina with a few darkened areas. Lever has freckling throughout. Grips show expected impressions and wear around the base with some added finish. Stock is very fine with a few impressions and a mild aged appearance. Bore is bright with strong, well defined rifling and a few areas of imperfection. Fine mechanics. A scarce and desirable Volcanic. Barrel Length: 16 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .41 Rocket Ball FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Volcanic Repeating Arms Model: Pistol Carbine Serial Number: 403

(A) RARE 25" NEW HAVEN ARMS VOLCANIC LEVER ACTION CARBINE.

Lot #1223 (Sale Order 116 of 345)

The New Haven Arms Co. was organized by Oliver Winchester in 1857 to continue production of Volcanic style repeating arms after the Volcanic Repeating Arms Co. was dissolved. Prior to the introduction of the iconic Henry rifle in 1860, around 1,000 Volcanic carbines were produced by New Haven, available with 16", 21" and 25" barrels, the 25" barrels are by far the rarest with less than 20 known today. Not only are these carbines extremely scarce, but they also display exceedingly well with their Henry rifle successor, the extra barrel length making them more comparable in size than the more common 16" carbines. This example is fitted with a Type III ribless octagon barrel with 1-line "NEW HAVEN CONN. PATENT FEB. 14, 1854" address. Sights include a German silver half moon blade and and elevation adjustable v-notch rear. Full length 30-round magazine with replacement iron follower tab. Brass receiver is factory engraved with characteristic open foliate scroll and appears to have been originally silver plated. Walnut buttstock is numbered under the butt plate, the engraved brass butt plate also stamped with matching serial number. CONDITION: Very good. Barrel displays an honest plum patina with some older evidence of oxidation. Address remains strong and legible. Receiver exhibits a rich golden mellow mustard patina. Engraving is somewhat worn but remains very attractive. Stock has been sanded and reoiled, fitting somewhat shy at the tang. Strong, well defined bore with black powder abrasion. Mechanics are sticky. A very scarce and highly desirable Volcanic carbine. Barrel Length: 25" Caliber/Bore: .41 Rocket Ball FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: New Haven Arms Model: Volcanic Carbine Serial Number: 138

(A) EXCELLENT WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 SADDLE RING CARBINE.

Lot #1224 (Sale Order 117 of 345)

Third model manufactured circa 1872. Standard carbine length blued round barrel with 2-line address and patent marking. Full length magazine tube retained by a pair of barrel bands, the forward band with integral blade front sight. Rear sight is a traditional carbine flip sight graduated to 500 yards. Plain walnut stocks with a brass rifle style trapdoor butt plate. Matching numbers observed stamped in the stock channel and underside of the butt plate. CONDITION: Very Fine. Barrel and magazine tube retain the vast majority of their factory applied blue, starting to thin on the underside. barrel bands have drifted to a gray patina. Frame exhibits a rich, golden patina showing little period use. Strong traces of color are present on the protected areas of the lever, the balance a brown patina. Hammer has muted case colors. Loading gate nitre blue remains brilliant showing only minor wear. Stocks remain proud to metal with some scattered light impressions. Excellent bore. Crisp mechanics. Internals show little evidence of use. An outstanding '66 carbine. Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1866 Serial Number: 102759

(A) PLATED AND ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 LEVER ACTION RIFLE AFTER NIMSCHKE.

Lot #1225 (Sale Order 118 of 345)

Manufactured in 1874. This is a 3rd model rifle with a blued octagon barrel and tube, dovetailed front sight, ladder rear sight to 900 yards, case color hammer and lever, and walnut stock sporting a rifle butt plate with trap door and four piece cleaning rod, matching forearm, and swivels. With stock removed, on the left side, is an "LDN NY" stamp. There is no assembly number present. The stock channel has matching last three digits of serial number as does the butt plate. The engraving pattern is after Nimschke and a similar pattern can be seen in his pull book on page 51 as printed in "L.D. Nimschke: Firearms Engraver" by Wilson. The design is American scroll with punch dot background and features the running buck on the left side. Engraving is found on frame, forearm tip and butt plate, all of which are nickel plated. CONDITION: Excellent. Nickel plating shows some brass showing through but still at least 70%. Case colors have darkened. The barrel has a strong overall blue hue but some patina bleed is blending while the tube has some overall freckling with light salt and pepper. Wood is excellent, a hair shy to metal at stock with scattered light impressions. Bore is well defined with light abrasion. The two line Winchester barrel legend is crisp. The loading gate still retains some strong nitre blue finish. Screw heads are almost all true. A very handsome engraved Model 1866 rifle. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1866 Serial Number: 119614

(A) SCARCE FIRST MODEL FLATSIDE WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 LEVER ACTION CARBINE.

Lot #1226 (Sale Order 119 of 345)

Manufactured in 1867, the second year production. These were produced between serial number 12476 and 15500. Early features include the flat side frame with Henry drop, flat blue loading gate plate, and the Henry King patent barrel legend. Standard features include the front barrel band with integral sight, folding small ladder rear sight, saddle ring with stud, walnut stock with brass trap door rifle butt plate, and a matching forearm. On inside of left tang is the serial number with 1627 assembly number. The butt plate has matching last four digit serial number. The walnut stock is not numbered, is shy to metal and was either refinished or replaced at one time, but is an original Henry stock. The forearm is also shy to metal. The barrel legend is only partially visible. CONDITION: Very good. The hammer and lever are grey patina with no color. Barrel and tube are a soft homogenous smooth patina with some age freckling. Brass frame is nicely toned with some minor dings. The lower butt plate screw is a replacement. The action works correctly. The bore is well defined with usual light abrasion. Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1866 Serial Number: 14969

(A) FINE FULLY NICKEL PLATED WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1227 (Sale Order 120 of 345)

Manufactured in 1876. This 3rd model rifle features a full octagon barrel and tube, dovetailed front sight, folding ladder rear sight, walnut stock, rifle buttplate with trap, matching forearm, and swivels. With stock removed, you can see the four digit matching number stamped in the channel, an R stamp on left tang and matching four digit number on the butt plate. Left side of barrel is stamped with a rack number "j201". With exception to the swivels and sights, all parts on this gun have nickel finish. CONDITION: Fine. Frame retains at least 85% nickel with high edge brass showing through, some age freckling, minor handling marks, screw heads are true with some blue still intact. Loading gate retains 40% nickel, 60% on lever, traces on hammer, 40% on butt plate with 70% on the barrel, 20-30% on the tube. Wood to metal fit is precise. Wood is solid, in excellent condition, with usual impressions. The two line Winchester barrel legend is crisp. Bore is well defined with some residue abrasion. Clean and handsome special order rifle. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .44 Henry RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1866 Serial Number: 129939

(A) CUSTOM FINISHED IVORY STOCKED SMITH & WESSON MODEL 320 REVOLVING RIFLE WITH DISPLAY CASE

Lot #1228 (Sale Order 121 of 345)

The basis for this custom finish weapon is the rare Smith and Wesson Model 320 revolving rifle. Smith produced a mere 977 revolving rifles between 1879 and 1887. Based on the popular No. 3 single action with a ribbed extended 16" round barrel. This example has a custom pair of ivory grips and ivory forearm. The rifle has been polished and completely reblued. The rib sports the two line Smith & Wesson legend. The hammer was recase colored. The back strap is cut for the accompanying should stock, which is original and has the S&W high polish blue hardware with the original gutta percha butt plate. The left side has been custom carved in a Germanic oak leaf pattern. The only serial number still visible is a partial on cylinder. The custom made display case features six original brass cases. CONDITION: Excellent as restored to near new condition with some handling marks and a light drag line. Dried grease was removed but still needs a bit of attention to action as cylinder sticks. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 16" Caliber/Bore: .320 S&W FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson Model: 320 Serial Number: 955

(A) 2ND YEAR RAISED THUMB PRINT WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 LEVER ACTION CARBINE.

Lot #1229 (Sale Order 122 of 345)

Manufactured in 1874 with the rare raised thumb print dust cover, front barrel band with integral sight, small folding leaf rear sight, Winchester two line barrel address, "Model 1873" on tang with no sight holes, no caliber marks on barrel or brass lifter, standard blue finish, and walnut stock with carbine buttplate, trapdoor, and matching forearm. CONDITION: Very good. All metal is a smooth freckled patina. The barrel legends are thin but mostly legible. There is still some strong blue on loading gate. Case color lever and hammer are dark. The stock is a bit shy to metal and there is some chipping along the top right tang with normal small dents and impressions. The forearm is also a bit shy to metal, solid with some minor impressions and small chips at base of frame. The bore is well defined with some minor abrasions. Overall, a very clean and handsome example of a very early carbine and nearly impossible to find today in any condition. Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: .44 WCF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1873 Paperwork: Julia Serial Number: 2378

(A) FINE AND RARE SPECIAL ORDER DELUXE WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 LEVER ACTION RIFLE WITH EXTRA LENGTH BA

Lot #1230 (Sale Order 123 of 345)

This wonderful special order deluxe rifle shipped June 22, 1888 with a Return and Repair listed for December 28, 1895. Rifle features a very scarce extra length 30" octagon barrel which appears slightly heavier than standard, the extra weight not listed on factory records. Barrel and magazine tube are finished in factory blue, the top flat bearing the classic 2-line address and "45-70" caliber designation. Lyman hunting front sight and "1886" marked 1000 yard rear sight, an additional factory supplied Lyman tang sight is also mounted. Frame is case hardened as is correct for a solid frame rifle of this vintage. Factory single set trigger which remains in order at the time of cataloging. Deluxe checkered XX grade American walnut forend and pistol grip stock with ebony grip inlay and and case hardened crescent butt plate. Lower tang marked internally with "40" assembly number and "XX" wood grade, a matching "40" present in the stock channel. Factory research confirms features including sights. PROVENANCE: EX Robert Nichols Collection, 1978 and EX Jay Lyndes Collection. CONDITION: Very fine. Barrel and magazine tube retain approximately 95% factory blue with some mild thinning on the underside of the tube, hanger, and muzzle, as well as silvering along the high edges and some scattered marks. Receiver displays the vast majority of its rich case colors with some expected fading and cleaning marks, the belly and high edges drifting to a patterned gray patina. Lever retains strong colors on the sides, the working surfaces faded to a freckled gray patina. Nose cap has approximately 50% muted colors. Butt plate has largely drifted to patina with a few flashes of color. Stocks are fine and well fit, retaining the vast majority of their original varnish with scattered scratches and impressions. There is a small sliver of loss along the right side of the lower tang above the trigger. Crisp mechanics. Well defined bore with some areas of abrasion. A very attractive and rare special order 1886. Barrel Length: 30" Caliber/Bore: .45-70 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1886 Paperwork: Factory Research Serial Number: 19401

(A) DELUXE TURNBULL ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 LEVER ACTION RIFLE 2 BARREL SET IN .50 EXPRESS AN

Lot #1231 (Sale Order 124 of 345)

According to included factory research, the serial number of this rifle was applied April 7, 1890 and it was shipped out from the Winchester warehouse on July 16 of the same year. Turnbull has masterfully upgraded the rifle to its current, highly desirable configuration. The takedown frame is finished in attractive case colors and is fully engraved. The left side of the frame features a central American bison standing in a Western mountain landscape with foliate scroll borders. The right side has a bugling bull elk above the loading gate and a bighorn sheep towards the front with additional foliate scroll throughout. The engraved embellishments extend onto the case hardened lever and hammer. Single set trigger, a factory fitted option on this rifle. Rifle currently sports a blued octagon barrel chambered in .45-70 with engraved flourishes at muzzle and breech, hunting front sight, and 3-leaf express rear. An additional identically finished complete barrel assembly in .50 Express also is included. Both forends are highly figured walnut with checkering done in the factory "D" style with oak leaf and acorn motifs. Both of the nose caps are case hardened with light engraving and sling eyes. Matching "D" pattern carved pistol grip stock of excellent figure mounted with a with sling eye, "TWA" engraved gold toeline vanity plate, and a lightly engraved, case hardened rifle butt plate. This set is attractively housed in a quality red velvet lined and Turnbull branded hard sided Aluminum transit case. Factory style sling hooks are also included in the case to be used for the buyer's slings of choice. CONDITION: Excellent as handsomely restored and upgraded by Turnbull. Virtually all of the expertly reapplied finishes are retained throughout with some light handling. Magazine tubes show some thread marks from the takedown process. Stocks are likewise excellent with only light handling. Fine, mirror bores. Crisp mechanics. Case code is unknown with evidence of the lock being popped open. Case is otherwise good. A fabulous set. Accessories: Case, Ammo Barrel Length: 24, 26" Caliber/Bore: .50 Express, .45-70 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1886 Paperwork: Factory Research Serial Number: 41072

(C) STUNNING NO. 2 ENGRAVED AND GOLD INLAID DELUXE WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 LEVER ACTION SHORT RIFLE.

Lot #1232 (Sale Order 125 of 345)

This striking rifle was manufactured in 1908 per Madis. It features No. 2 style engraving, a $175 option in the 1897 Winchester Highly Finished Arms catalog, well exceeding the meager $18 price of a standard 1894 rifle at the time. The engraving on this rifle was executed by master engraved Neil Hermson and is signed behind the trigger, "N Hermson". The left side of the receiver has a central vignette depicting a buck and doe, both inlaid in gold, in a wooded landscape with gold borders and a background embellished with tight scroll and geometrics. The right vignette features a gold inlaid bull moose with gold borders and further scrollwork. The engraving extends to the top and bottom of the receiver with further gold and platinum linework. Lever and hammer are case hardened with handsome gold embellishments. It is furnished with a blued nickel steel octagon barrel, nickel steel barrels provided on .38-55 guns as a special order option only. Gold and silver inlaid bands are present at muzzle and breech along with engraved flourishes. Type 3 2-line barrel address roll marked on the top flat. Fitted with a Sheard gold bead front sight and platinum inlaid Marbles full buckhorn rear. "F" pattern checkered walnut forend mounted with an engraved and gold inlaid nose cap. Matching "F" pattern varnished walnut stock displaying fine feathercrotch grain with hard rubber capped pistol grip and checkered WRACO hard rubber shotgun butt plate. Inside of tang stamped with a "7400 XXX" assembly number and wood grade, a matching "7400" present in the stock channel. CONDITION: Excellent as professionally restored and upgraded. Virtually all of the expertly reapplied blue is retained throughout with a few handling marks and light freckles. Nearly all of the case colors are displayed on hammer and lever. Engraving is crisp. Stocks fit well and remain proud to metal with a few light scattered marks. Very fine bright bore. Crisp mechanics. An extremely handsome Winchester '94. Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: .38-55 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1894 Serial Number: 443588

(C) SPECIAL ORDER DELUXE WINCHESTER MODEL 94 SADDLE RING CARBINE WITH RARE TRAP BUTTPLATE.

Lot #1233 (Sale Order 126 of 345)

Manufactured in 1923. Blued carbine length barrel with rollmarked 2-line address and full length magazine tube retained by a pair of barrel bands, the rear band with special order sling eye. Tall blade front sight and carbine ladder rear. Classic polish blued saddle ring receiver. Stocks are deluxe "H" pattern checkered highly figured walnut of XXX quality with a straight grip and toeline sling swivel. This carbine is fitted with a very rare tool trap carbine butt plate, a seldom seen special order feature. No cleaning rod present in the compartment. CONDITION: Fine. Approximately 80% original blue with areas drifting to plum patina, especially the lever assembly, and some freckling on the receiver. Rear barrel band and butt plate have largely faded to a gray patina. Markings remain clean and legible. Wood displays crisp checkering with some scattered impressions and a small chip on the right side of the rear sling swivel. Especially fine, mirror bore. Fine mechanics. A handsome deluxe '94 carbine with very hard to find special order features. Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: .30-30 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 94 Serial Number: 927887

(C) 15" WINCHESTER MODEL 94 LEVER ACTION TRAPPER CARBINE WITH ATF EXEMPTION.

Lot #1234 (Sale Order 127 of 345)

Manufactured circa 1925. This carbine is fitted with a highly desirable 15" "trapper" length barrel constructed of blued nickel steel with a full length magazine tube retained by a pair of barrel bands. Pinned German silver blade front sight and 1901 smokeless rear sight for .32 Winchester Special. Solid frame with saddle ring. Short 8" trapper carbine forend and plain walnut stock with carbine butt plate. A copy of an ATF exemption letter is included listing this gun by serial number as exempt from the provisions of the NFA. CONDITION: Very good for its age. Barrel and magazine tube retain the vast majority of their original factory blue with some mild wear near the muzzle, thinning, and other scattered marks. Receiver has strong traces of factory blue, the balance a gray patina with some cleaned oxidation spotting on the right side. Forend has been cleaned and reoiled with some scattered marks. Stock likewise has some scattered impressions. Strong, frosted bore. Fine mechanics. Rear sight appears to be missing a spring. A nice, very desirable configuration '94 trapper. Barrel Length: 15" Caliber/Bore: .32 Winchester Special FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 94 Paperwork: ATF Exemption Serial Number: 970044

(C) EXCELLENT WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 SADDLE RING CARBINE (1911).

Lot #1235 (Sale Order 128 of 345)

Manufactured in 1911 per Madis. This classically configured saddle ring carbine is fitted with a blued nickel steel round barrel with full length magazine tube retained by a pair of barrel bands. Tall, pinned blade front sight and 3-position express rear sight. Polished blue receiver with saddle ring. Case hardened hammer and lever. Plain oiled walnut carbine forend and stock with steel carbine butt plate. CONDITION: Excellent, near new overall. 99% factory blue is retained on the barrel and magazine tube with a few light marks. Receiver has a few small flakes to brown as well a few small dings on the right side along with some other scattered marks. Strong muted case colors are preserved on the hammer and lever. Bountiful amounts of light nitre blue displayed on the loading gate. Stocks retain their original surfaces with mild handling marks and some impressions on the forend. Even the butt plate retains nearly all of its factory finish with some fading near the heel. Excellent, mirror bore showing little if any use. Fine mechanics. A fantastic example of an iconic Winchester. Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: .30-30 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1894 Serial Number: 569456

(C) HALF MAGAZINE WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 SADDLE RING CARBINE (1906).

Lot #1236 (Sale Order 129 of 345)

Per an included 1988 Cody factory letter, this carbine was received in the warehouse September 10, 1906 and shipped out with 1 other arm the next day. It is fitted with a blued tapered round nickel steel barrel with pinned blade front sight and ladder rear. Barrel is interestingly marked ahead of the rear sight with the "WP" proof, placement seen on a few known carbines built shortly after the proofing began around serial number 300000. Desirable factory half length button magazine. Solid frame with saddle ring. Plain walnut carbine forend retained by a barrel band. Straight grain oiled walnut stock with steel carbine butt plate. Factory letter confirms options. CONDITION: Fine. Barrel retains nearly all of its factory blue with some mild muzzle wear. Polished blue receiver has some expected carry wear and thinning. Loading gate nitre blue remains strong and bright. Hammer and lever case colors have largely darkened with patterning and a few bright flashes of color. Stocks remain proud to metal with some scattered field impressions. Fine, bright bore. Crisp mechanics. Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: .30-30 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1894 Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 315805

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

Lot #1237 (Sale Order 130 of 345)

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

(C) SPECIAL ORDER WINCHESTER MODEL 1895 LEVER ACTION CARBINE.

Lot #1238 (Sale Order 131 of 345)

As per an included factory letter, the serial number was applied to this carbine June 30, 1922. It is a standard issue with a blue finish, single barrel band, military-type ladder rear sight, blade on base front sight, saddle ring and stud, walnut stock with Winchester gutta percha butt plate, a finger groove forearm, and a handguard. CONDITION: Very good. Stock is proud to metal with scattered light impressions. Forearm in commensurate condition. The barrel retains the majority of its blue with light handling marks. The receiver is basically patina with some freckles. The magazine retains 30% blue. Bore is well defined but frosted. Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: .30-06 Springfield FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1895 Paperwork: Factory Letter, Information Serial Number: 414512

(C) WINCHESTER MODEL 1895 LEVER ACTION SADDLE RING CARBINE

Lot #1239 (Sale Order 132 of 345)

Manufactured in 1921. Standard issue with blue finish, single barrel band, blade on base front sight, military style ladder rear sight, saddle ring and stud, and walnut stock with trapdoor carbine buttplate, finger groove forearm, and handguard. CONDITION: Very good. The base of stock has had the swivel cut out plugged. Stock is proud to metal with scattered dings and impressions. Forearm in commensurate condition with a couple deeper indents on left side at frame. The barrel is thinning at muzzle but still retains the majority of its blue with light handling marks. The receiver retains about 25% blue on left side and most of the blue on bolt, with balance basically patina with some freckles. The magazine retains 30% blue. Bore is bright. Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: .30-06 Springfield FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1895 Paperwork: Information Serial Number: 412884

(C) HIGH CONDITION WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 EXTRA LIGHTWEIGHT TAKE DOWN LEVER ACTION RIFLE IN .45-70.

Lot #1240 (Sale Order 133 of 345)

The Winchester letter states this gun was received on August 6th, 1909, and shipped the same day with a 22" round barrel, nickel steel, Extra Light, and takedown. Letter also states this rifle was furnished with the rifle butt plate which is a very rare feature on any light weight. The first extra lightweight was shipped in 1896, so this is a fairly early example of a model that became quite popular later. Finish is blue with a case color lever and hammer, walnut stocks, a Lyman ivory bead front sight, and flat top rear sight. CONDITION: Excellent. The sides of the receiver retain the majority of high polish blue finish thinned at base from carry. The hammer and lever retains some strong case color. Tapered barrel, half magazine and nose cap retain at least 99% blue. Walnut stocks are proud to metal with nominal light impressions. Bore is bright. Teddy Roosevelt took an 1886 in 45-70 to Africa in 1909 which became one of his favorite weapons. A great condition gun in an iconic caliber. Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: .45-70 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1886 Paperwork: Winchester letter Serial Number: 143714

(C) NEAR NEW PRE-WAR WINCHESTER MODEL 65 LEVER ACTION RIFLE IN .218 BEE.

Lot #1241 (Sale Order 134 of 345)

Manufactured in 1938. This rifle was offered from 1933 to 1947 with only 5,700 manufactured. This rifle dates to the first year of the new hot shot .218 Bee cartridge. Features the blue finish, round barrel, hooded ramp front sight, rear slot has filler and sports the Winchester bolt peep sight, button magazine, plain pistol grip walnut stock with checkered steel butt plate and matching forearm. Rifle shows both PW proofs and the Winchester two line side barrel address with caliber is crisp as new. CONDITION: Excellent. This outstanding rifle shows in near new factory original in all respects with a few very minor handling marks. Every screw is true. Wood shows almost new with couple minor handling marks. Bore is bright. About the only visible wear is some patina at top of butt plate. Needs a box. Barrel Length: 24 " Caliber/Bore: .218 Bee FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 65 Serial Number: 1004177

(C) RESTORED WINCHESTER MODEL 1895 TAKEDOWN .405 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1242 (Sale Order 135 of 345)

Originally manufactured in 1915, this example has been expertly restored to the quality and appearance associated with Turnbull Restorations. Rifle is fitted with a blued nickel steel tapered round barrel chambered for the highly desirable .405 Winchester cartridge. Lyman front sight and sporting rear, a No. 21 "climbing" Lyman rear aperture sight also fitted to the takedown receiver. Plain walnut splinter forend with ebony inlaid Schnabel tip and barrel mounted forward sling eye. Straight grip walnut stock with rear sling eye and case hardened crescent rifle butt plate. CONDITION: Excellent as professionally restored. Nearly all of the expertly reapplied blue is retained throughout with minor rubs from working the action and a few scattered handling marks. Nearly all of the bright case colors are likewise retained on hammer and butt plate, the hammer slowing mild wear on the sides. Stocks are excellent with only a few tiny impressions. Strong, well defined bore with some firing residue. Crisp mechanics. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .405 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1895 Serial Number: 77805

(C) SAVAGE SPECIAL EDITION FACTORY ENGRAVED MODEL 99M-DE GRADE .308 WINCHESTER LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1243 (Sale Order 136 of 345)

Brought out in 1965. This gun is covered in the new book on special Savage Model 99s by David Royal on pages 275-278. Features the scroll engraved panels on both sides of frame with antlered game on base with engraved borders. These guns were factory tapped; this one is missing the filler screws. The lever has some light engraving. Both are plated with a gold trigger and top tang safety. The bolt is jeweled. The alloy butt plate has the Savage Indian Head logo. The deluxe walnut stock features a Monte Carlo comb, press checkering, pistol grip with cap, and matching forearm. The barrel is finished in high polish blue with a ramp front sight and single leaf folding rear sight. CONDITION: Excellent. The stocks are fine showing some minor impressions. The frame retains virtually all of the plating but shows some minor bubbling. Barrel shows a few minor handling marks. Bore is bright. Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: .308 Winchester FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Savage Model: 99M Paperwork: Factory letter, diagram Serial Number: 1092845

(C) DELUXE SPECIAL ORDER WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1244 (Sale Order 137 of 345)

One of the very last guns produced by Winchester in the nineteenth century, the serial number was applied to this rifle on December 30, 1899. It shipped from the Winchester warehouse February 14, 1901. Rifle sports a blued half octagon barrel with half length magazine tube, Beech front sight, and desirable 3-position platinum lined express rear sight. Takedown frame finished in reapplied polished blue. Factory close coupled set triggers. Deluxe checkered walnut forend and pistol grip stock of nice figure. Stock fitted with a hard rubber WRACO grip cap and steel shotgun butt plate. Lower tang is stamped with "3903 XXXS" assembly number, wood grade, and shotgun butt notation. Stock and butt plate are numbered "9948". Included Cody factory research confirms special order features, sights unlisted. CONDITION: Fine as restored. Barrel displays the vast majority of its blued finish with some spots of wear, especially along the high edges and a few cleaned oxidation spots. Receiver retains nearly all of its lustrous reapplied blue. A pair of expertly filled in holes are present on the left side but are largely disguised. Lever displays strong and bright case colors with some fading to patina, hammer colors somewhat muted. Loading gate exhibits bright nitre blue with minimal wear. Forend shows sharp checkering with a some scattered impressions, a small gap also present at the rear. Stock appears lightly cleaned with a 5/8" by 1 - 1/2" repair along the toeline. Scattered impressions and a solvent streak also present. Very good, crisp bore. Fine mechanics. Barrel Length: 26" Caliber/Bore: .30-30 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1894 Paperwork: Factory Research Serial Number: 80074

(A) HIGH CONDITION BURNSIDE 5TH MODEL BREECH-LOADING PERCUSSION CARBINE.

Lot #1245 (Sale Order 138 of 345)

This beautiful Civil War carbine features a blue round barrel with a post front sight, a folding leaf rear sight, a case color frame, exposed hammer, butt plate, and barrel band. The breech block, lever, upper tang and base are bright blue. Frame has full length bar with ring and there is a rear swivel. The walnut stock has a bold "RHW" cartouche for Robert Whiteley. Visible matching serial numbers. Burnside legend at breech of frame. CONDITION: Excellent. Almost unissued. The stock still shows the raised grain with minor impressions. All the case colors including the butt plate are strong and bright having only darkened on the side plate. Barrel retains nearly all the blue with few age freckles. The fire blue parts are at least 90%. Bore is bright. One of the best around. Barrel Length: 21" Caliber/Bore: .54 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Burnside Rifle Co. Model: 5th Model carbine Serial Number: 17335

(C) SPECIAL ORDER PISTOL GRIP WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 SADDLE RING CARBINE.

Lot #1246 (Sale Order 139 of 345)

Manufactured circa 1914. Fitted with a blued nickel steel carbine length barrel with full length magazine tube retained by a pair of barrel bands. Tall pinned blade front sight and ladder rear. Solid frame with saddle ring. Standard walnut carbine forend. Scarce special order uncheckered pistol grip stock with hard rubber WRACO grip cap and carbine butt plate. Lower tang is stamped with "784 CF" assembly number and custom fit designation. Matching "784" assembly numbers also stamped on the butt underneath the butt plate and on the underside of the butt plate. CONDITION: Very good for its age. Barrel and magazine tube retain the vast majority of their factory blue, some fading to gray patina on the bands. Receiver has some high edge carry wear and other losses. Lever and hammer case colors have largely faded to a light patina with some patterning. Stocks fit very well with impressions throughout, some rather deep. A small hairline split and light chipping present near the upper tang. Good, bright bore. Fine mechanics. Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: .30-30 WCF FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1894 Serial Number: 738392

(A) HIGH CONDITION AND SCARCE E.G LAMSON & CO BALLS PATENT REPEATING CARBINE.

Lot #1247 (Sale Order 140 of 345)

Only 1002 of these Ball patent carbines made by Lamson & Co. of Vermont. Features a round blued barrel, post front sight, folding leaf rear sight, case colored frame, barrel bands, lever, exposed hammer, and butt plate. Sports fire blue screws with a saddle ring and bar. Walnut stock and forearm. Stock has a bold "GGS" cartouche for George Saunders. The Lamson legend is found on the left side of frame. CONDITION: Excellent. Appears unissued. The stocks barely have a ding or impression. Nearly 95% case colors including the butt plate. The barrel blue is also nearly all present with a hint of muzzle wear and some patina bleeding through. Bore is bright. Still has the original metal rod. Nearly impossible to improve on. Barrel Length: 20 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .50 RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: E. G. Lamson Model: Ball Carbine Serial Number: NSN

(A) TURNBULL RESTORED WINCHESTER MODEL 1885 SINGLE SHOT FALLING BLOCK RIFLE.

Lot #1248 (Sale Order 141 of 345)

The customer states that Turnbull rebuilt and refinished this gun, and work is certainly of that quality. Features a round number 1 barrel with beautiful blue finish, dovetailed front sight, and filled rear slot. Sports a Lyman 5A 3/4" tube scope with adjustable rear mount. Stunning case color frame, butt plate, and lever, fire blue screws, and double set triggers. CONDITION: Excellent. Gun has been refinished to as new condition with bright colors and blue and only minor handling marks. Stock has a chip at upper right tang and a few impressions. Bore is bright and optics are clear. Set triggers work. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .22 Long rifle FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1885 Serial Number: 77129

(A) COLT LARGE FRAME LIGHTNING MAGAZINE SLIDE ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1249 (Sale Order 142 of 345)

According to the Colt factory archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .45-85-285 caliber with a 28" octagonal configuration barrel. Finish was blue with wood stocks. It was sold to Simmons Hardware Company, St Louis, Missouri. It was shipped to H. S. Keith North Platte, Nebraska on March 1, 1893 in a shipment of 3 guns. Colt only produced approximately 6496 large frame express rifles between 1887 and 1894. This rifle has the two line address and patent dates on the top flat of the barrel, "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD CT. U.S.A. / PATENTED MAY 29, SEPT.18 83 MAY 26 86, JUNE 15 86, FEB. 22 87". The caliber designation is on the left side, "45-85-285". There is a rampant Colt logo on the left side of the receiver. Rocky Mountain front sight with a sporting rear sight. Straight grip rear stock with a crescent butt plate. Two piece checkered front stocks. CONDITION: The barrel and action retain some of the original factory applied blue finish. It has some scratches and handling marks in the finish from use and cleaning. The remainder of the metal has turned to a pleasing brown / gray patina. The rear stock is proud to metal with a few dings and dents. The butt plate has some rust spots. The checkering on the front stocks shows normal wear. The right side front stock has a small crack. Good bore with well defined lands and grooves. Action works correctly. Barrel Length: 28" Caliber/Bore: .45-85-285 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Lightning Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 6006

(A) COLT LIGHTNING MEDIUM FRAME SLIDE ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1250 (Sale Order 143 of 345)

Manufactured in 1890. This is a second model medium frame with an octagonal barrel and full tube magazine. Plain rear stock with a rifle butt plate. Two piece front stock with checkered panels. Sporting front and rear sights. Two line barrel address and patent dates on top flat of the barrel, "COLT'S PT.F. A. MFG. CO HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A. / PATENTED MAY 29, SEPT.18, 83 MAY 26, 85, JUNE 15, 86, FEB. 22, 87." Caliber designation on the top flat of the barrel, "38 CAL." Rampant Colt logo on the left side of the frame. Case color hammer. CONDITION: This gun has traces of the original factory applied blue finish in the protected areas. Most of the finish has turned to a pleasing plumb brown patina. There is scattered freckling all across this gun. The stocks have been cleaned and oiled. The rear stock has a chip on the right side at the top front corner. The checkering shows wear. Good bore with well defined lands and grooves. Hammer shows some case color in the protected areas. Barrel Length: 25" Caliber/Bore: .38-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Lightning Serial Number: 41083

(A) EXCEPTIONAL REMINGTON-KEENE BOLT ACTION .45-70 CARBINE

Lot #1251 (Sale Order 144 of 345)

This carbine features a high polish blue finish and front barrel band with dovetailed front sight set into band. The rear sight is a folding leaf military type. The left side of frame is stamped "45-70". The Remington three line legend is stamped on top of rear frame. The stock is walnut. The buttplate has a trap door. Comes with factory swivels. CONDITION: Excellent. The frame, barrel and tube retain over 97% bright blue, virtually no muzzle wear, just some minor age freckles, and a few tiny handling marks. The stock is superb with just minor impressions. The trigger guard and front barrel band retain nearly all their factory blue. The hammer screw still retains all the peacock blue with traces of case color. The butt plate and forearm cap have patterned grey. The bore is bright. This is one of the finest, all original, Keene carbines this writer has ever seen in over forty years. Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: .45-70 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Remington Model: Keene Serial Number: NSN

(A) WINCHESTER MODEL 1879 FIRST MODEL HOTCHKISS BOLT ACTION CARBINE.

Lot #1252 (Sale Order 145 of 345)

This is a first model in all respects with type 1 right side selector, 24" barrel, one piece walnut stock with no nickel, for-end tip, but the serial number on frame falls into the second model range. The gun is all original as built which only leaves the conclusion that this carbine was factory built during the era of the type 2 using up left over type 1 parts. Features a post front sight, military style rear sight, single barrel band, blue finish with blued carbine steel butt plate. CONDITION: Excellent. The frame and barrel retain at least 90% factory blue with some muzzle wear, a bit of patina bleeding through and a few age freckles and handling marks. The Winchester legend on left side of frame is sharp. The butt plate retains approximately 75% blue as does the trigger guard. There are the typical light hairlines near ring and selector that are so tight, they look more like a scratch, otherwise stock is excellent with a few usual dings. There are no military acceptance stamps but right side of stock has a 32 rack stamp so was issued to some organization or police department. Bore is bright. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .45-70 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1879 Serial Number: 11962

(A) RARE AND DESIRABLE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY IN .44 RIMFIRE.

Lot #1253 (Sale Order 146 of 345)

Colt Single Action Army manufactured circa 1881, serial number 1809. 7 - 1/2" round barrel with block style single line Hartford, Connecticut barrel address with V-notch frame rear sight and blade front. 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. Frame is inspector marked with an upside-down "C" underneath rectangular firing pin channel; according to "A Study of the Colt Single Action Army Revolver" by Graham, Kopec, and Moore, several revolvers in their survey of this serial number range and configuration with this upside-down factory inspector mark are known. Matching serial numbers observed on barrel underneath ejector rod housing, frame, trigger guard, cylinder, and butt. Barrel is marked "44" on bottom side near center pin. Trigger guard is marked on left side of front trigger bow "44 CAL". Early donut-style ejector rod head. Correct style hammer and firing pin slot. 1-piece plain ivory grips. Comes with a copy of page 191 of "COLT PISTOLS" by Wilson & Hable with the caption "Rimfire No. 1809 left the Colt plant on March 12, 1881, with one other identical pistol, and is recorded as .44 caliber, nickel finish, shipped to J. T. Moores Sons, New York City. Grips and barrel length were not listed. Finding a rimfire series Single Action in such an excellent state of preservation as No. 1809 is a matter of extreme difficulty." CONDITION: Excellent, as expertly restored with nearly all of the added nickel plating remaining. Nickel plating shows signs of age, with clouding and light handling marks throughout. As noted in "A Study of the Colt Single Action Army Revolver", the rimfire SAAs were usually heavily used and typically not cared for and that could explain refinishing during the period. Grips are shy at backstrap but are complete with minor age related cracking at butt. Action is tight and crisp. Bore is bright with crisp rifling. A handsome, extremely collectible, and rare Single Action Army in .44 caliber rimfire. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 Rimfire FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Paperwork: Paperwork Serial Number: 1809

(A) CASED LONDON COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45 LC REVOLVER WITH COLT LETTER. (1883)

Lot #1254 (Sale Order 147 of 345)

According to the letter, this revolver shipped to Colt's London Agency on June 14th, 1883, in a 12-gun shipment listed as blue finish in .45 caliber. This gun has matching serial numbers on base of barrel, frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. The 5 - 1/2" barrel was standard on London shipped guns and has the gothic style one line Colt USA barrel address. British proof marks are stamped on each cylinder chamber and base of barrel. The grips are not listed but are standard for the era and destination as one piece varnished walnut. The left side of frame has standard three line patent legend. The left front trigger bow is stamped ".45 Cal". The front sight is a dovetailed silver blade. Blackpowder retaining screw, fire blue screws, correct era hammer with fire blue topside. The oak case is lined in red felt with Colt London Agency trade label. This cataloguer could find no maker legend on oil bottle, wrench, or rod. CONDITION: Fine. The frame retains at least 75% bright case color. The cylinder is a blue grey patina with bright blue in flutes. The barrel retains about 20% blue drifting grey patina. The straps retain about 30% blue drifting a soft grey. The screws retain majority of bright blue and are true. The grips have a few minor dings and retain majority of varnish. The action has four distinct Colt clicks. The bore is bright. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 LC FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 89231

(A) CASED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER IN .450 BOXER.

Lot #1255 (Sale Order 148 of 345)

Circa 1877 per serial number. Full sized front sight, top of barrel with Colt's Pall Mall one line address, and small, discrete British view and proofs mark son underside of barrel ahead of cylinder axel pin. Ejector rod housing with bullseye ejector head. Chambers each proofed with a miniscule British proof, alternating between view and proof marks. Three line patent date on left side of frame, and "45 CAL / B" on left side of trigger guard subframe. With smooth walnut one piece grips. Matching numbers observed on frame, trigger guard, butt, and inside back channel of grips. Housed in an English style case with vacant brass escutcheon in lid, and Colt's trade label in lid with instructions and Colt's information. Compartment with bone pull houses accessories comprising L screwdriver, pewter oil pot, and key. 24 slot cartridge block with top only. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining virtually all of the original nickel finish, with some clouding and surface scratches common to the finish. Some thinning at the muzzle, and spotting to trigger guard and front strap but very subdued. Mechanically fine, bore excellent with strong rifling and some soft frosting. Case with some rubs through the baise and right side compartment is a little loose, but whole. Trade label foxed but crisp and legible. Only 729 .450 Boxers were produced, making prime ones like this exceptionally rare. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .450 Boxer FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Serial Number: 37277

(A) COLT ARTILLERY SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1256 (Sale Order 149 of 345)

Barrel with full sized front sight, one line Colt Hartford address across top of barrel, and with "RAC" and "P" on barrel under ejector rod housing. "C" in hammer slot. Ejector rod housing with kidney shaped ejector rod head. "R.A.C." proofs visible on loading gate, rear of cylinder, bottom of both grip scales, and with his cartouche on the right scale, dated 1903. Grips are unnumbered. Ainsworth "A" proof visible on top of backstrap and trigger guard. Matching serial numbers observed on frame, trigger guard, and butt. The serial number corresponds to guns issued to the 2nd Cavalry in 1874, who fought in the Indian Wars, and were highly decorated. There is some contention in the Colt community about where exactly these guns were reblued, with some believing that Colt performed the work, as bluing was cheaper than case hardening, while others believe that they were reblued in Manila. CONDITION: Retains the majority of the bluing, with spotting throughout and some thinning to sharp edges and high areas, such as the ejector rod housing and recoil shield. Grips very good, free of cracks or chips, with a sharp cartouche. Mechanically fine, bore with strong rifling and even oxidation. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: JDJ tag Serial Number: 4379

(A) MASTERFULLY RESTORED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45 LONG COLT REVOLVER (1876).

Lot #1257 (Sale Order 150 of 345)

This is a very early civilian model with standard blue and case color finish and varnished one piece walnut grips. The factory letter states this gun was shipped on March 31, 1876, with blue finish in .45 caliber, and was shipped to Spies Kissam and Co. in New York, New York in a 50 gun shipment. Early features include the post-23000 serial gothic type one line Colt address, two line patent stamp on left side of frame, early hammer, and oval donut style ejector head. All numbers are matching. This gun has been restored with beautiful blue and proper style case color. The barrel address has been restamped. Some parts were replaced and the entire gun was polished beautifully before finish was applied leaving all legends crisp. CONDITION: Excellent retaining at least 95% of the reapplied finish intact showing some striations on back strap, high edge wear on cylinder with drag line, high edge wear on housing and some handling marks. Grips are a hair shy of metal. There is some blue loss to screws. The action is like new as is the bore. This is a great chance to get top condition early gun at a fraction of the cost of an original in this condition. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 LC FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory letter copy Serial Number: 23648

(A) UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD MARKED COLT MODEL 1871 OPEN TOP SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1258 (Sale Order 151 of 345)

The Union Pacific Railroad and Central Pacific were the two railroads that merged to create the first transcontinental railroad in 1869. With the merging, trains became ideal targets for bandits. This gun was issued to payroll guards on the Union Pacific Railroad to protect against robberies, such as those orchestrated by the infamous Sam Bass. It is a standard blue revolver with one piece walnut grips that displays all matching numbers, a one line Colt New York barrel address, an 1871-72 Colt two line patent legend on left side of frame, and engraved "UPRR EXPRESS" on back strap. The walnut grips are hand carved "CH" on right panel. Many of these ended up in Texas border towns, and were modified with nickel plating and by trimming the barrel length. CONDITION: Very good. There appears to be no original finish remaining, and is now a soft, smooth patina with sharp legends. The action was repaired and now indexes and locks up correctly. The grips are a bit shy to metal and have a chip at right forward base. The rifling is strong and clean. A scarce and historical Colt. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1871 Serial Number: 2461

(A) COLT MODEL 1877 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1259 (Sale Order 152 of 345)

Manufactured in 1880. Nickel plated with an etched panel on the left side of the barrel "COLT D.A. 41". Two line barrel address on top of the barrel, COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A." Three line patent dates on the left side of the frame. Matching serial numbers on the frame, trigger guard and the backstrap. The last three numbers are on the back of the cylinder. Half moon front sight and a V notch rear sight. Six shot fluted cylinder. Two piece mother of pearl grips. Nickel finish with fire blue screws. CONDITION: This gun retains the vast majority of the original factory applied nickel finish. There is some finish loss to the muzzle and some small spots on the frame and cylinder. The fire blue on the screws has started to fade. The grips fit this gun very well. The left grip has a small chip at the toe that has been repaired. Fair bore with well defined lands and grooves. Barrel Length: 2 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .41 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877DA Serial Number: 24249

(C) ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1877 DA LIGHTNING DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1260 (Sale Order 153 of 345)

According to the Colt Factory Archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .38/C with a 4 - 1/2" barrel and blue finish. Grips not listed. It was shipped to Sears Roebuck & Company, Chicago, Illinois on December 18, 1906 in a shipment of 10 guns. Since that time it has been engraved, silver plated and two piece ivory grips installed. It is marked W. Reno Eng. #850 under the left grip. Niter blue small parts. It has a foliate pattern with a punch dot background. There are borders and other geometric designs incorporated into the engraving. Two line barrel address on top of the barrel, "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. / HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". Roll die caliber marking on the left of the barrel, "COLT, D.A. .38". Three line patent dates on the left of the frame. Half moon front sight and a V notch rear sight. Matching serial numbers on the frame, trigger guard and backstrap. CONDITION: This gun retains virtually all of the re-applied silver finish. The niter blue small parts have all of their finish. Good bore with some light frosting in the lands and grooves. Grips fit the gun very well and are in great condition. The engraving is very well executed. Barrel Length: 4 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38 Long Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 162092

(C) FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1877 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1261 (Sale Order 154 of 345)

The factory letter states that this revolver was shipped on January 28, 1902 as a .38 Colt with 4 - 1/2" barrel, blue finish, pearl grips, and factory engraving, sent to Walter. G. Clarke in Omaha, Nebraska, in a one gun shipment. Gun has matching numbers on frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. The underside of barrel is stamped ".38". Left side of barrel has roll die stamp "COLT DA 38". Top of barrel is stamped with two line barrel address. Left side of frame has the three line barrel address with Colt pony in circle. This example has an unusual stepped front sight base with cut back blade. The factory engraving appears to be that of Cuno Helfricht or his shop. This gun has a similar flag design on top of back strap as an 1886 gun. Gun features nearly full coverage of basic American bank note scroll with punch dot background. Fine border engraving around all the Colt legends. The only areas not engraved are the flutes, front grip strap, and hammer. CONDITION: Very good. There are still traces of blue on ejector housing and trigger guard while the balance of finish is now a soft grey patina. Engraving is still crisp. The pearl grips are excellent. Action works both single and double. The bore is strong but frosted with light abrasion. Barrel Length: 4 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 DA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 130149

(C) COLT MODEL 1877 LIGHTNING DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1262 (Sale Order 155 of 345)

According to the Colt factory archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .38/c with a 4 - 1/2" barrel. Finish was blue, grips were not listed. It was sold to Liggett and Myers St. Louis, Missouri and shipped to M. Hartley Company New York, New York on August 22, 1900 in a shipment of 50 guns. Case color frame and niter blue small parts. Two line 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 front left side of the frame. Rampant Colt logo in a circle on the left side of the frame. Matching serial numbers on the frame, trigger guard, grip and back strap. Last three digits of the serial number are on the back of the cylinder. The number 698 is on the loading gate. The gun works in both single and double action. CONDITION: This gun retains the vast majority of the original factory applied blue finish. Vibrant case colors. The majority of the finish loss is to the back strap. The niter blue small parts retain most of the blue finish. The grips are in wonderful condition with sharp checkering. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. Barrel Length: 4 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38 Colt FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1877 DA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 119787

(A) LOT OF 2: CONSECUTIVE SERIAL NUMBERED COLT MODEL 1878 LONDON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVERS

Lot #1263 (Sale Order 156 of 345)

Lot consists of a pair of Colt 1878 revolvers. Both were manufactured in 1882 and are London guns with Pall Mall one line barrel address, British proof marks, blue finish, Colt gutta percha grips, and lanyard rings. (A) Assembly number 393 inside frame and on gate, stamped "E" inside for England, last two numbers 16 on back of cylinder. "Cal. .455" stamped on trigger bow. Left side is engraved "Frank James", meaning unknown. The one line barrel address is legible. CONDITION: This gun retains about 70% bright blue finish with patina filling the balance. Grips are excellent but not numbered. Action is fine. Bore is bright. (B) Assembly number 392 on frame and gate, stamped "E" inside for England, ".455 Cal" stamped on trigger bow, and last two digits of serial number on back of cylinder. CONDITION: Very good. Retains about 30% bright blue in protected areas with balance a smooth patina. Barrel legend is legible. Grips are not numbered and left panel is cracked. Trigger spring is broken so hammer will not release. Bore is well defined with some frosting. Barrel Length: (Both) 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: (Both) .455 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: (Both) 1878 Paperwork: Paperwork Serial Number: (A) 9015 (B) 9016

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

Lot #1264 (Sale Order 157 of 345)

The factory letter states this gun was shipped on November 30th, 1877, as a blued .44 rimfire with wood grips to Schuyler, Hartley, and Graham in New York City. This gun has the correct italic barrel and length. Frame has the second type patent two line stamp. The trigger guard bow is stamped ".44 Cal". The cylinder serial number is not visible. Under the ejector housing, there is no stud and the threads are stripped for the retaining screw on housing. Only a number 6 is visible under barrel with what looks like a T and very little finish under housing. The gun left the factory blued and now retains traces of period nickel. The grips are period aftermarket one piece ivory. Gun has proper donut head ejector rod. CONDITION. Good. All legends are readable and correct for era. The gun has a good loading half cock. Action has all four clicks. Finish shows flashes of scattered nickel. Balance is a smooth grey brown patina with salt and pepper texture. Muzzle is rounded from holster. Grips show much aging. Most of these .44 rimfires went to Mexico and show hard use; this one is no exception. The bore is sharp. Gun has a great Western look. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 649

(A) FINE COLT ARTILLERY MODEL SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH KOPEC LETTER.

Lot #1265 (Sale Order 158 of 345)

Not only is this a fine gun, it actually letters detailing a shipment back to Springfield armory on December 21, 1901. Like the majority of Artillery models, this example has mixed numbers and inspectors. The frame dates to the original shipment as a cavalry gun on September 13, 1878. This revolver has the folllowing parts: barrel numbered 8875 with single line Colt address, but inspector stamp is no longer legible; cylinder numbered 2341 with the almost illegible "DFC" inspection stamp for David Clark; frame numbered 47679 with the HN stamp for "Henry Nettleton"; left side of frame has the US stamp with three line patent legend; top of backstrap has the small "A" stamp for Ainsworth; one piece walnut grips that were fitted to this gun at the Springfield plant when it was returned and refinished in 1901, stamped with that date along with the script OCH cartouche of Ottus C. Horney along with block letter RAC at base for Rinaldo Carr, all on left panel only. According to Kopec, the Ampersand A on the trigger bow was probably applied when this gun was sent back and had a case color 1920s hammer installed. CONDITION: Excellent. The barrel retains at least 85% bright Colt blue. Nice blue in protected area of ejector housing. The cylinder still retains at least 40% bright blue, most of which is in the flutes. The frame retains flashes of case color but basically now a soft grey. The replaced hammer retains most of its bright case color. The grips are excellent with bold cartouche stamps and some normal impressions. The trigger guard retains generous bright blue as does the top 1" of back strap. All legends are strong except where noted. The action has crisp four stops. Bore is still bright. This is a sharp Artillery. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter, Kopec Letter Serial Number: 47679

(A) CARTRIDGE CONVERTED COLT POCKET SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER AND BADGE OF JOHN W OLINGER, LINCOLN COUN

Lot #1266 (Sale Order 159 of 345)

The back strap of this 1870s Colt conversion is stamped "John W. Olinger". John was the brother of the infamous Bob Olinger who was shot by Billy the Kid on April 28, 1881. John was appointed deputy, along with his brother Bob, to fight the Regulators during the Lincoln County war against McSween and Billy the Kid. John also fought in the Lincoln County War as a member of the outlaw gang, the Seven Rivers Warriors. The Lincoln County War is legendary in the history of the Old West with the same notoriety of the OK Corral. Accompanying documents include a John Wallace Olinger biography as well as a notarized and signed statement regarding the gun from a descendant dated 1933 which states: "My statement, my grate (sic) uncle Bill Johnson for who I am named, was partner with Deputy Sheriff John W. Olinger. When my G. uncle got shot by Hank Beckwith, Olinger shot Beckwith. Olinger gave his Colt #5093 and badge to my gradpa (sic) because John got arrested. The gun and badge was past (sic) down to me.” Signed Billy Johnson. The notarized signature is dated 22 May 1933 with the notary’s seal. Along with this gun is included a Deputy Sheriff badge with his name stamped on back. The badge is housed in an early jeweler case with "JOHN WALLACE OLINGER" in gold print. The stamps on both gun and badge were done one letter at a time. The revolver comes with an old flap holster along with a Red Head brand cartridge belt. Research indicates the Red Head brand was first used in 1865 by brothers George and Joe O' Brian. The gun itself is a Colt 3 - 1/2" without ejector that was offered from 1873-1880. All matching serial numbers with exception to the wedge. Grips are one piece walnut with brass straps. Barrel has Colt two line address with two line patent date on left side of frame. The cylinder has the stage coach roll die scene. CONDITION: Very good. Brass is toned. All metal is grey patina. Grips are shy to metal. Roll die scene is partially visible. Action works correctly. Bore is well defined but does have some abrasion. Well documented piece of history from the Lincoln County Wars and Billy the Kid! Accessories: Holster, Belt, Badge Barrel Length: 3 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .38 RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Conversion Paperwork: John W. Olinger Research, 1937 Notarized Letter Serial Number: 5093

(A) MERWIN & HULBERT 2ND MODEL OPEN TOP SINGLE ACTION .44 REVOLVER WITH MOTHER OF PEARL MEXICAN GRIP

Lot #1267 (Sale Order 160 of 345)

This is a type 2 open top with scoop flutes, nickel finish, case colored trigger guard and hammer, lanyard ring, and genuine pearl grips that have carved Mexican eagle with snake on right panel. Assembly number 14727 on butt. Matching serial numbers found on grip frame under grips on left side, back of cylinder, and back of barrel. The frame is not marked with any caliber, which indicates it is probably chambered for the .44 M&H cartridge. Neither the .44-40 nor the .44 Smith & Wesson will chamber in this revolver. The top of barrel has the one line Merwin legend. The left side of barrel has the Hopkins and Allen legend. CONDITION: Excellent. The barrel retains at least 95% factory nickel finish with some wear at muzzle and some minor handling marks. Legends are legible. The cylinder shows a drag line, grey patina at high forward edge, and a few small areas of patina. The left side of frame is about 95% with few freckles along lower edge. Right side has a 1" area of grey patina with balance of nickel present. The back strap shows some bubbling. Front strap is fine but missing the lower screw. Case color has darkened. Grips are fine with some chipping but no breaks. Action is smooth and tight. Bore is well defined with minor abrasion. This is a sharp early Merwin. Barrel Length: 7" Caliber/Bore: .44 M&H (?) FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Merwin & Hulbert Model: 2nd Model Army Serial Number: 4325

(A) PRIME CUSTER RANGE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARTILLERY REVOLVER.

Lot #1268 (Sale Order 161 of 345)

This is a historical weapon in the block that has the highest probability of being with Custer and, upon its 1893 recall, 85% of these revolvers were issued to Roosevelt's troops in Cuba. The frame dates to 1874. The factory letter states it was in the Colt plant on November 16th, 1895, for repair and refinish and was returned to Colt for complete overhaul again between 1900-1903 for issue to troops involved in the Banana Wars. Trigger guard numbered 427 and stamped with Ainsworth "A". Backstrap is numbered 7701 with Ainsworth "A" on top. Cylinder is circa 1873-74 with no visible number or inspector. The barrel is part of the 1900-1903 rebuild with RAC stamp for Rinaldo Carr. The hammer was replaced at same time. The walnut grips were refinished and have no inspector stamps but do have a light D carved on right panel; left panel has a repaired crack running the full length. The 2nd line of the two line patent is legible as is the US stamp. Barrel has correct one line address. Standard black powder frame with later type ejector rod head. Standard blue and case color finish. CONDITION: Very good to fine. The frame retains 30-40% case color with balance patterned out. Barrel retains 70% blue blending with patina and sharp barrel legend. Some strong blue on trigger guard with flashes on balance and in protected area of housing. Hammer colors are dark. Screw heads are mostly true. Grips are very good. Action retains four distinctive clicks. Bore is bright. Comes with both a factory letter and a letter from John Kopec. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Paperwork: Kopec letter, Colt factory letter Serial Number: 4959

(A) MARTIALLY MARKED EARLY 3 DIGIT SERIAL NUMBER SMITH & WESSON 1ST MODEL NO. 3 SCHOFIELD SINGLE ACT

Lot #1269 (Sale Order 162 of 345)

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". 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. Manufactured in classic configuration throughout. Marked "US" on butt with martial sub-inspector markings observed at appropriate major parts with the exception of cylinder where the back has been turned down. Matching grips are serial numbered "112" inside right grip panel and marked with "JFEC" cartouche. CONDITION: Very good with a majority of the original blue finish remaining mixing with a brown patina. Grips have been lightly sanded with a protective layer of finish added. Mechanically fine. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Barrel Length: 7" Caliber/Bore: .45 S&W FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson Model: NO. 3 Serial Number: 112

(A) RUSSIAN MODEL SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 MODEL 2 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER

Lot #1270 (Sale Order 163 of 345)

This example has the "SH" in diamond stamp at butt for the large New York retailer Schuyler, Hartley, and Graham. This second model Russian features a distinctive knuckle at the rear of the frame, two-piece round butt plain walnut grips, the trigger spur, the second type small screw on top of the frame, and a lanyard ring. Finish is factory nickel with case color hammer and trigger guard and blued latch. Full barrel rib and half moon front sight. The matching serial number is found stamped inside right grip panel. The matching assembly number, 1576, is stamped on frame under grips as well as on back of cylinder, back of barrel, and on cylinder latch. CONDITION: Excellent. Overall, some light handling marks. This is an extremely nice example showing only light use. The frame retains at least 95% nickel with about 85% on cylinder with some light flaking and a drag line that blends with nickel. The barrel retains at least 85% nickel with some muzzle wear, a few blending light finish flakes, minor freckling on left side of barrel, sharp barrel legends, excellent stocks, flashes of color on hammer and lever, strong bright blue on latch, crisp action, bright strong bore. A really sharp example. Barrel Length: 7" Caliber/Bore: .44 Russian. FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson Model: NO. 3 Russian Second Model Serial Number: 37666

(A) SCARCE NICKEL REMINGTON 1890 SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH CARVED IVORY GRIPS.

Lot #1271 (Sale Order 164 of 345)

It is estimated that this successor to the Model 1875 was produced by Remington from 1891-1896, and totaled only 2020 examples. Nickel finish with two piece ivory grips. The right panel has a carved Goddess of Liberty. The escutcheon on that side was plugged to hide it. Grips need a new screw to fit gun snugly to the frame. The left side of frame is stamped ".44 C.F.W". Barrel has simple one line Remington New York legend. CONDITION: Excellent. Blended homogenous mix of nickel and gunmetal with a few freckles. Action is smooth. Bore is strong. Handsome and scarce old west revolver. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Remington Model: 1890 Serial Number: 1274

(A) SMITH & WESSON US SCHOFIELD 2ND MODEL .45 SCHOFIELD SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1272 (Sale Order 165 of 345)

Standard issue with Schofield patent on right side of barrel and Smith & Wesson legend on left side. Butt is stamped "US" with serial number. The walnut right grip panel has matching serial number. Inside the frame is stamped sub-inspector "H". The right grip panel is cracked, repaired and both have been refinished, with no visible cartouche remaining. There is a visible number 5 on back of cylinder. WP inspector stamps at base of barrel. The front sight is period replacement. Comes with a sealed box of 10 Caliber .45 Revolver Ball Cartridges from Frankford Arsenal dated 1878. CONDITION: Good to very good. There is no original finish remaining and is now a smooth grey patina. Legends are all sharp. Cylinder indexes. Bore is strong with minor abrasions. Nice clean example. Accessories: Box Ammo Barrel Length: 7" Caliber/Bore: .45 Schofield FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: S&W Model: No. 3 Schofield Serial Number: 3507

CORRECTION: This is an antique, not a Curio & Relic as previously stated.

WELLS FARGO CO. WOODEN STRONG BOX DATED 1873.

Lot #1273 (Sale Order 166 of 345)

Well constructed Wells Fargo treasure box that most likely is a very well made Western movie prop. Dark green outside with battleship gray inside. Impressed letters on top of lid with date and small brass shield to front indicating Wells Fargo usage. Box is well made with corners and hasp reinforced. This is a nice example if you don't want to pay $10-$20,000 for the classic 1855-1880s example. CONDITION: Very Good.

(A) BELGIAN APACHE KNUCKLE DUSTER REVOLVER.

Lot #1274 (Sale Order 167 of 345)

These revolvers derived their name from the Apache gangs that terrorized France at the turn of the century. While these are normally found with pinfire cylinders, this example is in rimfire. Other features as standard including a fold-out kris blade, brass knuckle "grip", and folding trigger. Various proofs observed throughout, with ELG proof on rear of cylinder. CONDITION: Metal is essentially dove grey throughout, with even surface spotting and oxidation throughout. Mechanics are a little loose, but lock and function appropriately. "Bores" very good, clean. Barrel Length: 1 - 1/8" Caliber/Bore: .30 RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Belgian Model: Apache Serial Number: NSN

(A) DESIRABLE LE PETIT PROTECTOR RING REVOLVER WITH CASE.

Lot #1275 (Sale Order 168 of 345)

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: Unknown Model: Le Petite Protector Serial Number: NSN

(A) 1877 PATENT FRANKENAU DOUBLE ACTION PINFIRE PURSE PISTOL.

Lot #1276 (Sale Order 169 of 345)

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: 1" Caliber/Bore: 5mm PF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: FRANKENAU Model: Purse Serial Number: NSN

(A) CASED PAIR OF MOORE'S AND NATIONAL ARMS CO. DERRINGERS.

Lot #1277 (Sale Order 170 of 345)

Lot consists of (A) Moore No. 1 made in Brooklyn from 1860-1865. National took over production of this derringer in 1865 and produced them until selling out to Colt in 1870 where as Colt continued production of this weapon for twenty more years ending production in 1890. For the most part, this was the same pistol as first sold by Moore's in 1860. This incredible pair features full silver plating, all metal construction, and fire blue screws. Both of these pistols have the arrows on both sides of barrel. Both have the thumb print on handles, exhibit American Bank Note style engraving, and have their respective company legend on top of barrel. Both feature engraved screws, exposed hammers, spur triggers. This set comes in a period French fitted case with cartridge blocks for both. Case is leather covered. CONDITION: Excellent. Both show in about near new condition with almost all of their silver plating and generous fire blue showing some minor handling marks. Both bores are sharp with a bit of abrasion on the National. Case has a loose apron and some leather loss and flaking. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: (BOTH) 2 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: (BOTH) .41 RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: (A) Moore (B) National Arms Co. Model: (BOTH) No 1 Derringer Serial Number: (A) 1332 (B) 4947

(A) CASED SHARPS MODEL 2A FOUR BARREL DERRINGER.

Lot #1278 (Sale Order 171 of 345)

Features a silver plated brass frame with C. Sharps legends on both sides. Fluted high polish blue barrels and checkered gutta percha grips. Comes in a period leatherette-covered hard case fitted for ammunition and small cleaning rod. CONDITION: Fine. Barrels retain about 70% of the bright factory blue. Retains about 85% silver on right side of frame with about 30-40% on left. Grips are excellent. Bores are bright. Original period case is very good. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 3" Caliber/Bore: .30 RF FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Sharps Model: Derringer Serial Number: 8017

(A) EXHIBITION QUALITY E.K. TRYON SIDE BY SIDE PERCUSSION SHOTGUN.

Lot #1279 (Sale Order 172 of 345)

Damascus twist barrels with bead front sight and relief gold "Philadelphia" in gothic script. Breeches are dressed with gold bands and silver (platinum? unclear) blowouts. Ramrod retained by a pair of ferrules and feeds into a reinforced mouth with an exaggerated pheasant and a mallard in gold. Barrels retained by a pair of keys that feed through elaborate escutcheons. Top tang with finely cut acanthus scroll and floral dressed screw, with a gold inlaid fox shadowing a mallard that is in descent. Dolphin form hammers with acanthus scroll and tall cocks. The left lock depicts a pair of hounds cornering a stag, with an exaggerated pheasant at the rear, all in a nicely cut meadow scene. The right side has a nearly identical scene, except the hounds are cornering a doe. Elaborately figured trigger guard with a mallard falling out of the sky after being shot, while two hounds corner the fox in competition for the kill. The long tang has a figured finger spur, and is engraved with a pair of landed pheasants in a meadow scene. Attractive burled walnut stock with fabulous figure is checkered in a flattop style about the wrist and is fit with a long-heeled buttplate with a hound alerting on a pair of pheasants. CONDITION: Barrels have been cleaned in the European fashion and are essentially gunmetal grey with some age-related spotting and browning. The locks are excellent, with some age-related discoloration,but the engraving is still crisp, and the gold animals are excellent. Stocks have had an extra layer of varnish added over some handling marks and impressions, one deep on the right side of the forearm. One barrel key damaged. American shotguns with this level of decoration are very rare and this one is very attractive. Barrel Length: 31" FFL Status: Antique Gauge: 12 Bore Manufacturer: Tryon Model: SXS Serial Number: NSN

(M) FACTORY ENGRAVED GEBRUDER MERKEL MODEL 50E DOUBLE BARREL 12 BORE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1280 (Sale Order 173 of 345)

Manufactured in March of 1981. Features engraved sideplated boxlock action with a crossbolt, fox and fowl game scene on left side and duck water scene on right side, both surrounded with scroll and border engraving. The blued trigger guard, lower tang, and barrel breech are also engraved. Features double triggers, ejectors, blued barrels with matted rib, single bead front sight, satin receiver, checkered walnut straight grip stock with Suhl black butt plate and matching splinter forearm. CONDITION: Excellent. The barrel shows only some minor handling marks. Receiver has some toning. Stocks are excellent with minor impressions. Lock up is tight. Bores are bright. Barrel Length: 28" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: Full & Imp. Modified FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 12 Length of Pull: 14 - 1/2" Manufacturer: Merkel Model: 50E Serial Number: 775610

(C) GOLDEN AGE WILLIAM EVANS SIDELOCK SIDE BY SIDE 16 GAUGE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN WITH CASE.

Lot #1281 (Sale Order 174 of 345)

Circa 1934 per serial number. Dovetail lump barrels with a bead front sight on a depressed rib, signed "William Evans. 63, Pall Mall, St James's London", fit with a doll's head rib extension, and engraved at extension with a triangle of acanthus scroll, a gold inlaid "2", indicating that this gun was once part of a pair, and beading at breeches. Underside of tubes with matching serial number. Tables with numerous proofs and reproofs, most recent appears to be 1992, with proofs for 2 - 3/4" chambers, a nominal 16.9 IBD, and nitro proofing at 900 BAR. Notably, the original proofs indicate that chamber length was originally 2 - 1/2". Splinter forearm with reinforced Anson plunger release with a gold inlaid "2", point pattern checkering, and gentle floral engraving on exterior iron. Interior iron with matching serial number. Action flats with serial number, and view and proof marks. Case colored sidelocks are engraved with sprigs of acanthus scrollwork supported by beaded borders, signed "William Evans" at the bars. Double triggers protected by a blued trigger guard engraved en suite, top lever with gold inlaid "2", and automatic safety with "SAFE" inlaid ahead of slide. Straight grained walnut stock with teardrops, point pattern checkering about the wrist, a silver vanity plaque at toe line, and a leather wrapped recoil pad with English style covered screws. Brass tabbed leather case lined in forest green with William Evans trade label in lid, and containing accessories comprising two piece cleaning rod, pair snapcaps, pair mainsprings, key, and wallet with mop and jag. Case protected by leather tabbed canvas slip. CONDITION: Very good. Barrels with the majority of their bluing, starting to plum somewhat, with some scattered handling marks, some minor silvering, and thinning to sharp edges at muzzle and breech. Forearm very good as carefully conserved, with a repaired crack at exterior iron, a chip missing along left side, a repair at Anson reinforcement, and a few abraded heads. Somewhat less than half of the case colors are retained, with better retention in protected areas, with areas of lacquering still present. Stock very good with some handling marks and impressions throughout, a chip behind right lock, and an extra layer of varnish. Pad with some distress and edge rubbing. Mechanically fine, bores very good, ejectors do not fire and are in need of attention. Case very good with some rubs and age related discoloration in one compartment, but whole and solid. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 26 - 1/2" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) Full (R) Modified Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/4" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/4" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 16 gauge Length of Pull: 14 - 1/2" over pad Manufacturer: William Evans Model: Side by side Serial Number: 17173

(C) MACNAUGHTON ROUND ACTION SIDE BY SIDE 28 GAUGE SHOTGUN

Lot #1282 (Sale Order 175 of 345)

Dovetail lump barrels with a diminutive brass bead front sight, with a concave game rib. Heavily softened legends in rib appear to read "J. MacNaughton Edinburgh" with a "2", indicating it was once part of a set. Small sprig of acanthus scroll at rear of rib, and breeches are engraved with stiff leaf engraving. Underside of tubes with matching serial numbers, "MacNaughton", and numerous proofs, most recent are British Nitro proofs for a 28 gauge with 70mm chambers (2 - 3/4"), at a nominal 14.7 IBD. Extractors. Slender friction fit splinter forearm with horn insert at forearm tip, engraved with a shell motif on exterior iron. Interior marked "NO 2" and "STEEL". Round body action with acanthus scroll engraving, and engraved "MACNAUGHTON EDINBURGH" in ribbons on recoil shield. Action flats with view proofs, British nitro proofs, serial number, "STEEL", and "No 2". Long top break lever with slot for viewing strikers through a composite window in tang. Safety is a swinging lever not dissimilar to a bolted safety on an African rifle. Double triggers protected by a blued trigger guard. Long tang with "No 2" and serial number. Walnut stock with point pattern checkering with mullered borders about the English straight grip stock and checkered butt. Leather wrapped case with wine colored lining with MacNaughton trade label in lid, pair snapcaps, and oil bottle. CONDITION: Barrels with a thick reblue over scattered pitting, mostly on underside, with legends almost totally gone. Some scattered handling marks and thinning, primarily to muzzle. Forearm wood has been sanded, revarnished, and recheckered, with some scattered handling marks. Action a smooth dove grey with some surface mossing and superficial scratches. Stocks have been revarnished and checkering recut, with some scattered handling marks. Mechanically fine, bores very good with some firing residue. Case very good with handling marks and scuffs, interior relined. A lovely light little 28. Accessories: Leather case Barrel Length: 24 - 1/4" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 28 Gauge Manufacturer: James MacNaughton Model: Side by side Serial Number: 1381

CORRECTION: This gun was originally a 24 bore and was subsequently converted to a 28 gauge by sleeving the chambers. Measurements are as follows: Chokes (L) .015 (R) .018, Interior Bore Diameter is .598 in both barrels, and Barrel Wall Thickness is .026 in left barrel, and .025 in right. Drops are 1 - 5/8" at comb, and 2" at heel. Length of pull is 15". There is some minor orange peel towards muzzles.

(M) AYA 28 BORE SIDE BY SIDE BLE GAME GUN.

Lot #1283 (Sale Order 176 of 345)

Chopper lump barrels with bead front sight and engraved "AYA ~ Aguirre & Aranzabal ~ MADE IN SPAIN" at rear of rib. Dressed with leaf-and-dart engraving and acanthus scroll over the chambers. Underside of barrels with N.E. Custom Gun Service import marking and Spanish proofs for a nitro prooved 28 gauge with 70mm chambers (2 - 3/4") and a nominal 13.9 IBD at 1320 BAR. Splinter forearm with reinforced Anson release, engraved with scroll on the exterior, with matching serial numbers on interior iron and stamped in wood. Boxlock action with Art Noveau style florals and acanthus scroll, signed "AYA Aguirre & Aranzabal" on both sides, and with Spanish proofs on water table. Blued flat bottom trigger guard with dual triggers, automatic safety with "S" inlaid ahead of slide. Wave grained walnut stock with point pattern checkering about the wrist, checkered butt with added section of skate tape for traction, and fit with a German silver vanity plaque on toe line. With pair snapcaps. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels retain virtually all of their bluing with some scattered handling marks and some superficial scratches. Stocks excellent with scattered handling marks and impressions. Engraving crisp. Mechnically fine, bores excellent with some firing residue. Ejectors are strong and in time. Barrel Length: 29" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) Imp. Cyl (R) Imp. Cyl Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/4" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 28" Length of Pull: 15" from front trigger Manufacturer: AyA Model: BLE Serial Number: 183 Weight: 5 lbs 12.5oz

(M) CUSTOM PARKER A1 SPECIAL UPGRADE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN, 3 BARREL SET, ALL SMALL BORES.

Lot #1284 (Sale Order 177 of 345)

A well presenting set, as upgraded after leaving the factory to an A1 special. Barrel set (A) with dovetail lump barrels with a concave solid rib with machine cut anti glare matting, ivory bead front sight, and with Parker Reproduction legends in an open vignette. Left side with "20 GAUGE 2 3/4"" designation. Breeches with floral strapwork and 2 - 1/4" triangles of acanthus scrollwork. Barrel flats with Parker Reproduction overload proofs, Winchester's PW proof, serial number, and Q1/Q2 choke designations. Barrel set (B) in identical configuration, excepting barrel length and choke proofs are for Full and Modified. (C) in identical configuration to (B), with "MADE IN GERMANY" on right tube, and with German nitro proofs for 1993 at Ulm on barrel flats. Splinter forearm with reinforced tip and Deely release, checkered in a fleur-de-lis pattern with mullered borders. Exterior iron engraved with acanthus scroll, a shell motif on latch, and bead work. Boxlock action with game scenes of game birds in individual vignettes on either side, with subsequent birds hidden amongst the scroll ahead of the bars. Bottom of the action with bust of a pointer and "Parker Bros" in gold. Beaded recoil shields with scroll and beadwork en suite. Gold washed single selective trigger with selector abutting trigger on left side. Long trigger guard with serial number in gold wire with acanthus scroll. Automatic safety with "S" inlaid in gold ahead of slide. Nicely marbled walnut stock with checkered sidepanels with fleur de lis intrusion and protrusion. English style straight stock checkered in a fleur de lis pattern with mullered borders about the wrist, with a brass vanity plate at toe line with beaded edges. Skeleton buttplate with acanthus scroll and florals enclosing a checkered butt with fleur de lis intrusion at top. Housed in a brass tabbed leather wrapped case with Parker Reproduction trade label in lid, compartmentalized to house all three sets of barrels, gun, Parker branded square oil bottle, snap caps, set of three turnscrews, jag, brush, pair mops, and a horsehair dusting brush, and a two piece cleaning rod. Case discretely signed and dated in one compartment for R.C. Watzke, 2007, and with a small leather label in lid that reads "A-1 Special Custom Shop Middlesex, New Jersey". CONDITION: Excellent, retaining virtually all of the custom finishes, with extremely minor marks from handling and storage. Some very minor silvering to sharpest edges. Mechanically fine, bores excellent, bright and shiny, ejectors a little soft but in time. Case very good with some rubs and impressions from storage, heavy on exterior with some scraping. Accessories fine. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: (A/20) 26" (B&C/20 & 16) 28" Chamber: (A&B) 2 - 3/4" (B) 3" Choke: (A) (L) Q1 (B) Q2 (B&C) (L) Full (R) Mod Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 2" Gauge: (A) 20 Bore (B) 16 Bore (C) 20 Bore Length of Pull: 14 - 1/8" Manufacturer: Parker Model: A1 Special Serial Number: 20-218

(M) LOVELY FAMARS 20 BORE EXTRA LUSSO SLE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN WITH CLASSICAL DIANA SCENES BY GALEAZ

Lot #1285 (Sale Order 178 of 345)

Circa 1988 per "AA" date code. Chopper lump barrels with steel bead front sight, engraved with light scrollwork over breeches, and signed "ARMI FAMARS" on left barrel. Underside of barrels with FAMARS proof and Italian proofs for a nitro prooved gun made in 1988 with 70mm chambers, with nominal 15.8 IBD at 1,220 KG. Lump marked "2", indicating manufacture as part of a set. Svelte beavertail forearm with reinforced Anson release, engraved with floral scroll on exterior iron, and checkered in a modified point pattern with mullered borders around a FAMARS heraldric device. Interior iron with matching serial number and "2". Sidelocks are engraved by the renowned Angelo Galeazzi in his iconic Diana motifs. Left lock depicts Diana and two other huntresses undressed and disarming to bathe, while their loyal hound waits for them in a forest scene. Right lock depicts Diana and four huntresses after their bath, drying off and rearming themselves to reengage in the hunt, bottom scene depicts a fully prepared huntress with her loyal hound in front of a finely detailed tree. Left lock has Galeazzi's full "Galeazzi" signature, while the right lock and bottom scene have an abbreviated signature. Locks are supported by well cut floral scrollwork. Non-automatic safety with "SICURA" ahead of slide, single mechanical trigger protected by a long tang trigger guard with floral engraving and a rolled right edge. Walnut stock with a rippled wave grain and build with teardrops, a pistol grip, and Pachmayr white line recoil pad. Point pattern checkering with mullered borders about the wrist. Housed in a tan leather case with red lining, FAMARS heraldric crest in lid, and containing accessories comprising FAMARS certificate of authenticity, slips for barrels and stock, and pair snapcaps. CONDITION: Barrels with the vast majority of their original black with some scattered handling marks and superficial scratches. Some thinning to silver at muzzles and where tip of forearm contacts barrels. Stocks excellent, butt somewhat dry, with some scattered handling marks and impressions, heavier at pistol grip; checkering is sharp. Locks excellent with crisp engraving; rear screw possibly molested as it is no longer flush and can be caught on a fingernail. Mechanically fine, bores excellent, bright and shiny, ejectors a little soft but in time. Case very good with typical marks and scuffs. A fabulous small bore with engraving by one of Italy's finest in his preferred motif. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 28" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) Modfied (R) Imp. Cyl. Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 20 GA Length of Pull: 13 - 1/2" over pad, 12 - 5/8" to wood, cast off for RH Manufacturer: Famars Model: SLE Serial Number: 31712 Weight: 6 lbs 9.5oz

(M) PARKER DHE 28 BORE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN WITH CASE.

Lot #1286 (Sale Order 179 of 345)

These shotguns were made in Japan for Winchester as a revival of the famous Parker DHE shotguns. Dovetail lump barrels built with a brass mushroom bead front sight on a wide concave rib with machine-cut matting and a square rib extension. With "Parker Reproduction by Winchester - 28 GAUGE. 2 3/4" East Alton IL. U.S.A." on left tube, "MADE IN JAPAN" on right, more discrete. Barrel flats with Parker Repro overload proof, Winchester "PW" proof, matching serial number, choke designations, and "00" designation on lump. Splinter forearm with Deely latch release, exterior iron case colored and engraved with thin floral scroll. Interior iron with matching serial number. Case colored boxlock action with classic pointer and pheasant engraving, action flats with "DHE", serial number, and scoop lightening. Single selective trigger with selector switch abutting bow on left side. Automatic safety with "SAFE" ahead of slide. Nicely figured walnut stock built with sidepanels, teardrops, and two panels of modified point pattern checkering about the pistol grip wrist. Hard rubber pistol grip cap, brass vanity oval on toe line, and skeleton buttplate with border scrollwork. In leather wrapped case with leather tabs lined in foliage green with Parker Reproduction trade label in lid, and with accessories comprising pair keys, snapcaps, and Parker Reproduction square oil bottle. With canvas slip. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels with virtually all of their factory bluing, with some very minor handling marks, shop wear or equivalent. Stocks excellent with sharp checkering and some minor scattered marks; most offensive a small grouping on right side of forearm. Action excellent with virtually all of the case color remaining, silvering at the sharpest edges. Mechanically fine, bores excellent, ejectors are strong and in time. Case fine. A top notch example in a great size. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 28" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) Full (R) Modified Drop at Comb: 1 - 5/8" Drop at Heel: 2" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 28GA Length of Pull: 14 - 1/8" Manufacturer: Parker Model: DHE Serial Number: 28-2160

(M) PROTOTYPE WINCHESTER PARKER DHE 20 BORE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN WITH CASE.

Lot #1287 (Sale Order 180 of 345)

Of the Parker Reproductions, "P" prefix serial numbers were prototype guns, but, as opposed to other companies that presented them or gave them as gifts, they were sold commercially; see the Parker Gun Collectors Association website for more information. Dovetail lump barrels with brass bead front sight on a concave machine matted rib, marked on left side with Parker repro legends for a 20 gauge with 3" chambers. Breeches dressed with line engraving, doll's head rib extension with crosshatching. Underside of barrels with "0" for frame size on lump, Parker Reproduction Overload proofs, Winchester "PW" proof, choke designations, and matching serial number. Splinter forearm with Deely latch release and reinforced tip, case colored and engraved with florals and shell motifs, and checkered in a modified point pattern. Interior iron with matching serial number. Boxlock action with classic Parker pointer-and-pheasant scenes supported by acanthus scroll. Action flats with "DHE" and serial number. Automatic safety with "SAFE" ahead of slide. Double triggers protected by a blued trigger guard with acanthus scroll engraving. Nicely fiddlebacked walnut stock with teardrops, two panels of modified point pattern checkering about the pistol grip wrist, "PARKER BY WINCHESTER" hard rubber grip cap, German silver vanity plate on toe line, and skeleton buttplate with light engraving enclosing a checkered butt. In brown leather wrapped case with green foliage lining with pair keys, pair snapcaps, and Parker repro manual. With Emmebi canvas slip. CONDITION: Barrels with virtually all of their factory bluing with some extremely minor handling marks, most offensive some spotting on left tube near muzzle, not silvering. Forearm very good with some very minor handling marks, most offensive some very small crazing on right side of forearm (approx. 1/8"). Action excellent with virtually all of the case colors, silvering only at the sharpest edges. Stocks excellent with some minor handling marks, right side of top tang with a small chip, buttplate with some raised wood where it meets buttplate. Mechanically fine, bore excellent, ejectors strong and in time. Case fine with some handling marks and scuffs, slip with some wear through the slip. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 28" Chamber: 3" Choke: (L) Full (R) Modified Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/4" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 20 Bore Length of Pull: 14 - 7/8" Manufacturer: Parker Model: DHE Serial Number: P-244

(C) COGSWELL & HARRISON EXTRA QUALITY VICTOR SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1288 (Sale Order 181 of 345)

Circa 1905 per serial number. Shoe lump barrels with a brass bead front sight on a heavily sunken rib, engraved "COGSWELL & HARRISON Ltd EXTRA QUALITY. VICTOR EJECTOR 141 NEW BOND ST. 226 STRAND. LONDON & 26 AVENUE DE L'OPERA PARIS". Rib extension slotted for a Greener crossbolt, engraved with light floral scroll, breeches with stiff leaf engraving. Bottom of barrels with Arcus steel trademark, and proofs on flats for a nitro proofed choked 12 gauge at 1 - 1/8 oz of shot. Splinter forearm with reinforced Anson plunger release, checkered in point pattern about a central escutcheon, with tight English scroll on exterior iron. Interior iron with matching serial number. Sidelock action with serial number and view proofs on water table, engraved with nicely executed English rose and scroll, with cocking indicators. on each plate. Non-automatic safety with gold intaglio "SAFE" ahead of slide. Nicely colored and grained walnut stock with teardrops, point pattern checkering about the diamond cross section wrist, with sling bow screwed in at toe line, and a vanity plate that reads "ERNST Rohde Darmstadt". Housed in a leather wrapped case with Cogswell & Harrison trade label in lid, Cogswell & Harrison striker pot, pair snapcaps, sling, pair case straps, and sling bow for barrel eye. CONDITION: Very good as conserved. Barrels have been reblued over some fine pitting, with scattered handling marks, some silvering. Locks polished, with flashes of case color at recoil shield recesses. Wood very good with scattered impressions and dings. Pad appears to be a replacement, ill-fit. Case good with expected age related distress and rubs, pull lid relined. Mechanically fine, bores are very good with some carbon striations from firing towards chamber. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 30" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) Modified (R) Improved Cylinder Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/2" Drop at Heel: 2 - 1/4" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 Bore Length of Pull: 13 - 3/4" Manufacturer: Cogswell & Harrison Model: Extra Quality Victor Serial Number: 29653

(C) REMINGTON MODEL 1894 BE GRADE 12 GAUGE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1289 (Sale Order 182 of 345)

Dovetail lump barrel with steel bead front sight on a solid, tapering, matte rib with "REMINGTON ARMS CO ILLION NY USA" in matting towards rear. Underside of barrels with Remington control codes, "46" on lump, and serial number under right tube. Fit with ejectors. Splinter forearm fitted with the reinforced Anson plunger release, checkered in a point pattern about the body, lightly engraved with wrigglework and geometrics. Interior iron with matching serial number, and a reinforcement on rear of plunger tube. Case color box lock action lightly engraved with wrigglework borders, a small sprig of acanthus scroll near hinge pin. Double triggers with long tang and automatic safety & "SAFE" ahead of slide. Walnut stock with side panels, a Prince of Wales pistol grip, checkered in point-and-wave pattern about the wrist, fluted nose of comb, and a checkered RA monogram butt plate. CONDITION: Barrels with the vast majority of the Damascus finish with some spots of silvering, mostly around where forearm makes contact with a heavy rub adjacent lump (under barrel). Some normal thinning to sharp edges and a spot or two of surface oxidation. Forearm exhibits sharp checkering with in interior splice (factory ?) that reinforces the release rod (not visible from exterior). Action with approximately 90% of the case colors, most still brilliant, with silvering at the sharp edges, carry points, and recoil shields. Stock is excellent with some scattered handling marks and impressions. Bores excellent, bright and shiny, mechanically fine, ejectors strong and in time. An eye catching example of a nearly impossible to find antique high grade shotgun. Barrel Length: 30" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (L) Improved Modified (R) Full Drop at Comb: 2"- Drop at Heel: 3" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 Length of Pull: 14 - 1/8" over pad, neutral cast Manufacturer: Remington Model: 1894 Serial Number: 119985 Weight: 7 lbs 7 oz

(C) HOLLAND & HOLLAND SINGLE BARREL SINGLE BARREL TRAP SHOTGUN WITH CASE.

Lot #1290 (Sale Order 183 of 345)

Circa 1963-1969 per "Holland & Holland: The Royal Gunmaker" by Dallas. One of the Northwood guns, which were built outside of the H&H factory in the Birmingham trade, but finished and regulated at Holland & Holland. 32" monobloc barrel with serrated matte vent rib with steel fore and mid beads. Rib with an open vignette with "HOLLAND & HOLLAND. 33, BRUTON STREET, LONDON.", a plugged hole is visible around the "BR" in address. Address indicates that the barrel has been replaced, as H&H did not move to 33 Bruton until 1984. Barrel flats with 1984 proofs for a 12 gauge, 2 - 3/4" chambered, nitro proved gun at 3 - 1/4" tons and a nominal .729 IBD. Beavertail forearm retained by a screw and checkered in point pattern with mullered borders. Exterior iron case colored and engraved with scroll and floral accents. Interior of iron with matching serial number. Action flats with serial number and CP proof. Boxlock Anson & Deely action with "Holland & Holland" on both sides, under breech, engraved with nicely cut and shaded scrollwork, with bordered edges. Right side rolled trigger guard and trigger plate are blued, engraved en suite. Short tang trigger guard protects a single trigger. Horn pistol grip cap. Somewhat plain stock of a ripple grain is checkered about the wrist in two panels of point-and-wave pattern with mullered borders and has a Monte Carlo drop. Belly of stock with inset oval, vacant. Replacement Pachamyr white line recoil pad. Cast is very, very slightly off for a right handed shooter, almost neutral. In a wine colored case lined in foliage green with H&H trade label in lid and accessories comprising box patches, mop, brush, jag, case straps, bottle NevaRust Oil, two piece cleaning rod, H&H branded Selvyt cloth, and wallet with sealed pull through. CONDITION: Barrels with the vast majority of their bluing, with some handling marks and marks from the field. Some discoloration around solder lines at vent rib. Boxlock action excellent with some thinning to carry points, engraving crisp. Stocks very good with handling marks and sharp checkering; worst marks a collection of left side abutting lever. Recoil pad replaced and oversized. Mechanically fine, ejector strong, bore very good with some very mild frosting. Case and accessories excellent. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 32" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: Full Drop at Comb: 1 - 1/4"+ Drop at Heel: 1 - 1/4"- at Monte Carlo; 1 - 7/8" behind MC FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 gauge Length of Pull: 14 - 3/4" over pad, 13 - 11/16" to wood Manufacturer: Holland & Holland Model: Trap Serial Number: 37214 Weight: 8 lbs 14.5oz

(C) PRE WAR FACTORY ENGRAVED WESTLEY RICHARDS SINGLE BARREL TRAP SHOTGUN.

Lot #1291 (Sale Order 184 of 345)

The trap series guns are fairly scarce. This example dates from 1912-1922 but has been restocked and refinished in a more contemporary style with a Monte Carlo comb, a Jenkins black recoil pad with yellow line spacer, checkered pistol grip, and checkered beaver tail forearm. This London gun features and engraved case color receiver, checkered single trigger, a blued barrel with vent rib, and twin ivory bead sights. CONDITION: Fine as refinished. The barrel retains majority of blue but has wear from forearm on sides. The case colors are mostly intact. The trigger guard shows some grey patina. The wood is excellent with just minor impressions. The bore is bright and the lock up is tight. Barrel Length: 32" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: Full FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 gauge Manufacturer: Westly Richards Model: Trap Serial Number: T6800

(C) BERETTA S3EELL 12 GAUGE OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN, ENGRAVED BY BERTELLA.

Lot #1292 (Sale Order 185 of 345)

Circa 1981 per XXIV date code. Monobloc barrels with resin front sight and ivory mid bead on a low profile matted vent rib with a gold inlaid "I" at rear, denoting that it was once part of pair. Italian proofs on underside of bottom chamber with nitro proof and 2 - 3/4" chamber. Legends ahead of bloc read "P. BERETTA - MADE IN ITALY / MOD SPECIALE PER SKEET", right side with steel designation. Forearm with point pattern checkering about a Deely latch release with floral engraving on exterior iron; interior is jeweled and marked with matching serial number. Holland & Holland style hand detachable sidelocks are engraved with Art Deco floral scroll on a striated ground, signed by Bertelli at trigger guard. Breech face with gas vents and double Kersten lockup. Top lever pierced with floral design and with a golden crown. Non-auto safety with golden "S" inlaid ahead of slide. Single non-selective trigger protected by a long trigger guard engraved en suite, with a vacant oval. Stock of a nicely figured walnut constructed with drop point, a gentle diamond cross section at the wrist, checkered in point pattern, and finished by a rubber recoil pad. Cast is neutral. CONDITION: Barrels are very good with some superficial handling marks, somewhat heavier towards muzzle on bottom barrel. Action is very good with some minor handling marks, with crisp, well cut engraving. Gold wash lifting off trigger. Wood is very good with some handling marks and impressions from the field, somewhat heavier on left side instead of right. Mechanically fine, bores are bright and smooth, ejectors are slightly out of time, bottom fires first. A lovely Italian over/under. CORRECTION: Date of manufacture is circa 1968, not 1981 as previously stated. Barrel Length: 27 - 7/8" Barrel Wall Thickness: (BOTH) .035 Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (O) .011 (U) .012 Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 2" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 12 Internal Bore Diameter: (O) .729 (U) .731 Length of Pull: 14 - 1/4" over pad, 13 - 3/8" to wood Manufacturer: Beretta Model: S3EELL Serial Number: 34015 Weight: 7 lbs 6 oz

(C) PERAZZI MX 8-B 12 GAUGE OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN.

Lot #1293 (Sale Order 186 of 345)

Built c. 1999 in Italy. Features include monoblock barrels with vented textured rib, ejectors, 2 - 3/4" chambers, and threaded for removable choke tubes. Inertia driven trigger mechanism. Stock is walnut with factory checkering, pistol grip with right side palm swell, and factory recoil pad. Complete with case containing additional trigger group, cleaning materials, and Perazzi branded box containing choke tubes and choke wrench. Current chokes installed are full, and improved modified. Additional chokes included are improved cylinder, improved modified, and full. CONDITION: Very good, with a significant majority of the original factory bluing remaining, with a 1-inch wide area of freckling on right side of top barrel, and wear at edges from use. Stock shows signs of field-use with areas of worn checkering and handling marks throughout. Comb and left side of stock especially could use a good cleaning with significant coverage in an adhesive residue. Mechanically fine. Bores are frosted. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 29 - 1/2" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 Bore Manufacturer: Perazzi Model: MX8B Serial Number: 115578

(M) BELGIAN BROWNING MIDAS GRADE SUPERPOSED OVER UNDER 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

Lot #1294 (Sale Order 187 of 345)

Manufactured 1976 per serial number. Broadway rib with mushroom bead and composite mid rib beads on a vent rib with typical Browning legends for a 12 gauge with 2 - 3/4" chambers made in Belgium. Engraved with acanthus scroll on a punchdot background and hatch shading at barrel wings and over top barrel breech. Three part sliding forearm with recessed finger groove and point pattern checkering, with exterior iron blued, pins gold washed, and engraved with acanthus en suite. Barrels with "*" and "*-" choke codes for Full over Improved Modified. Boxlock action engraved in the classic Midas pattern by Lewanczyk, with left side of frame depicting a trio of relief gold pheasants taking off from a meadow, bottom with a solitary gold grouse coming out of a bush, and right side depicting a trio of gold mallards departing a marsh. The birds are supported by well cut acanthus scroll with gold wirework surrounding the vignettes on left and right, with hatch shading and stippled background. Trigger guard engraved en suite, with golden initials "GDC" in relief. Lewanczyk signed the work on the left side, at the rear of the reciever. Single trigger, long tang, and square knob, with a non-automatic selective safety with "S" in gold ahead of slide. Crotch feather walnut stock with gorgeous figure built with sidepanels and modified point and wave checkering about the wrist. Brown Browning waffle pad with black and whiteline spacers. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining virtually all of the factory bluing, with some minor handling marks. Some gentle silvering at reciprocating areas, such as where forearm slideas along bottom barrel. Engraving is crisp and well cut, and the gold work is quite good. Stock excellent with some minor handling marks. Mechanically fine, bores very good with some carbon fouling from use, ejectors are strong and in time. Barrel Length: 32" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (O) Full (U) Improved Modified Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 1 - 1/2" FFL Status: Modern Gauge: 12 gauge Length of Pull: 14 - 1/4" over pad Manufacturer: Browning Model: Superposed Serial Number: 57314S75

(C) MARECHAL ENGRAVED DIANA GRADE BROWNING SUPERPOSED OVER UNDER SHOTGUN.

Lot #1295 (Sale Order 188 of 345)

Circa 1969 per serial number. Silver nitrate reveals no salt on forearm, but buttpad refuses removal and cannot be tested; given some oxidation at action, this cataloger believes this gun is likely salt wood. Bradley style bead front sight with white mid bead on a vent rib with anti-glare matting. Typical legends for a Belgian-made browning with Special Steel 12 gauge barrels and 2 - 3/4" chamber. Browning choke codes are both "**$" for Improved Cylinder in both barrels. Three-piece forearm with flared nose and recessed finger groove. Boxlock action engraved in the typical Diana style with five pheasants on the left side in a wooded scene, two grouse in flight on the bottom, a trio of ringnecks flying out of a marsh on the right, and a pair of alerting hares on the short trigger guard. Game scene vignettes are supported by well cut and shaded acanthus scroll, and both sides of the boxlock are signed by Marechal. Non-automatic safety with "S" ahead of slide, "O" and "U" abutting for selector positions. Square knob feather crotch walnut stock with sidepanels, modified point pattern checkering about the wrist, and a Browning waffle recoil pad with black and white line spacers. In a Browning luggage case. CONDITION: Barrels with the vast majority of their bluing, with some scattered handling marks and silvering along barrels where forearm reciprocates. Action is very good, with some oxidation to edges commonly seen on salt guns, particularly on right side. Stocks very good with some minor handling marks. Mechanically fine bore with some carbon fouling and light frosting, ejectors are a little weak but in time. Case fine with typical distress and rubs. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 26 - 3/8" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (BOTH) Improved Cylinder Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 2"- FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 gauge Length of Pull: 14 - 1/4" over pad, cast off for RH Manufacturer: Browning Model: Citori Serial Number: 17368S69

(C) BELGIAN BROWNING DIANA GRADE SUPERPOSED OVER/UNDER 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN IN CASE, WITH ENGRAVING BY R

Lot #1296 (Sale Order 189 of 345)

Circa 1974 per serial number. Barrels with a broadway vent rib fit with a Bradley style bead front sight and white composite (ivory?) mid bead. Typical legends for a Belgian manufactured superposed with 12 gauge Special Steel barrels, 2 - 3/4" chambers, and choke marks for Full over Improved Modified. Three-piece forearm with recessed finger grooves and flared nose, checkered about the Deely latch release. Action engraved in classic Diana pattern, with five pheasants in a meadow on left side, pair grouse on bottom, four ringnecks in a marsh on right, and a pair of alerting hares on the trigger guard; game scenes are supported by nicely cut acanthus scroll. Signed on both side "R. Bee" for Rosa Bee, the sister of Angelo Bee. Non-automatic safety with "S" inlaid ahead of slide, "O" and "U" abutting for selector positions. Stock configuration is square knob long tang, and made of a nicely fiddled walnut, with side panels, modified point pattern checkering about the wrist, and a Browning brown waffle pad with black and white line spacers and with covered screws. Stock possibly a restock, as dimensions are not quite factory standard and it does not match forearm. In Browning luggage case with factory paperwork, registration card, bottle of Hoppe's Powder Solvent, and cloth. CONDITION: Barrels with the vast majority of their bluing, with some scattered handling marks and silvering where forearm reciprocates along barrels. Front sight missing bead. Stocks very good with some scattered marks and impressions from the field, somewhat heavier at toe. Engraving excellent, crisp and well cut. Mechanically fine, bores very good with some carbon buildup towards chambers. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case fine, with sme expected age related distress. Accessories: Factory case Barrel Length: 30" Chamber: 2 - 3/4" Choke: (O) Full (U) Improved Modified Drop at Comb: 1 - 3/8" Drop at Heel: 1 - 3/8"+ FFL Status: Curio & Relic Gauge: 12 gauge Length of Pull: 14 - 3/8" Manufacturer: Browning Model: Superposed Serial Number: 33733S74

(A) MANCHESTER ORDNANCE & RIFLE CO. WHITWORTH PERCUSSION MATCH TARGET RIFLE

Lot #1297 (Sale Order 190 of 345)

These rifles were a lethal sniper rifle in the hands of Confederates during the Civil War and were immensely popular at British match shoots. Rifle features an adjustable globe front sight, adjustable notch-and-ladder rear sight stamped "MANCHESTER ORDNANCE & RIFLE CO" on the right side of the base, but the ladder has been removed. Sports an adjustable long range tang sight at wrist. There is a legend near breech that reads "WHITWORTH PATENT". Other features include a heavy round barrel and a case color lock that is stamped with crown and "MANCHESTER ORDNANCE & RIFLE CO". There is a sliding safety forward of the hammer. The walnut half stock features a nicely hand checkered pistol grip and forearm with large diamond around the escutcheon with a black horn forearm tip. The metal butt plate is smooth. CONDITION: Excellent. The barrel is a smooth blue with some patina bleeding through and thinning. The case color on tang, lock and hammer are 90% intact and strong. The stock is superb with minor impressions. The bore is bright with pronounced Whitworth rifling. A beautiful example of some of the finest British workmanship of that era in superb condition. Barrel Length: 36" Caliber/Bore: .451 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Manchester Ordnance & Rifle Co. Model: Target Serial Number: C913

(A) MANCHESTER ORDNANCE & RIFLE CO. WHITWORTH PERCUSSION MATCH TARGET RIFLE

Lot #1298 (Sale Order 191 of 345)

This rifle was a lethal sniper rifle in the hands of Confederates during the Civil War and was immensely popular at British match shoots. Rifle features an adjustable globe front sight, adjustable notch-and-ladder rear sight stamped "MANCHESTER ORDNANCE & RIFLE CO" on the right side of the base. Sports an adjustable long range tang sight at wrist. There is a circular style legend near breech with a crown that reads "WHITWORTH MANCHESTER". Other features include a heavy round barrel, a case color lock that is stamped with a crown and "MANCHESTER ORDNANCE & RIFLE CO". There is a sliding safety forward of the hammer. The walnut half stock features a nicely hand checkered pistol grip, forearm with large diamond around the escutcheon and a black horn forearm tip. The metal butt plate is finely checkered. CONDITION: Excellent. The barrel is a smooth blue with some patina bleeding through and some added finish. The case color on tang are bright but the hammer and lock have faded. The stock is superb with minor impressions. The bore is bright with pronounced Whitworth rifling. A beautiful example of some of the finest British workmanship of that era. Accessories: Bullet mold and loading tools Barrel Length: 35 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .451 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Manchester Ordnance & Rifle Co Model: Target Serial Number: NSN

(A) ENGRAVED ALEXANDER HENRY PERCUSSION TARGET RIFLE.

Lot #1299 (Sale Order 192 of 345)

Features browned Damascus finished full octagon barrel stamped "ALEX HENRY 8 South St. Andrew St., Edinburgh", two retaining ferrules for missing ramrod, front sight base without globe, blued folding ladder rear sight, engraved lock with English stalking safety stamped "ALEX HENRY". Walnut half stock with checkered pistol grip and forearm with a horn nose cap, smooth steel butt plate, and an engraved oval patch box with sling eyes. This rifle features fine scroll engraving on patch box, trigger guard, lock, hammer, pistol grip cap with trap, and upper tang. CONDITION: Excellent. The barrel retains majority of browned finish with some handling marks. The patch box, grip cap and trigger guard are a soft grey. Action and hammer have a thinned silvery-blue appearance. Stock is excellent with minor impressions. The bore is well defined but frosted. Barrel Length: 32 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .451 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Alexander Henry Model: Target Serial Number: 1075

(C) BILL RUGER'S WINCHESTER MODEL 1895 LEVER ACTION SADDLE RING CARBINE.

Lot #1300 (Sale Order 193 of 345)

This rifle was displayed at the National Firearms Museum from May 1 through December 31, 2000, Item number 16 in program, identified by serial number. This carbine was manufactured in 1917. It is a standard carbine in all respects to include full blue finish, single barrel band, post front sight, military ladder-type rear sight, carbine buttplate with trap, three-piece walnut stock with grooved forearm and upper handguard. Bridge stamped ".30 ARMY". Tang has Winchester legend. CONDITION: Excellent. About as close to new as one could find. There is a ghost line from saddle ring. Magazine has a 1/2" rub at right rear with none of the striations usually found. There is a light rub on right side of magazine guide. Looks almost new including the butt plate. The wood barely has an impression. Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: .30-40 Krag FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 1895 Paperwork: Information Serial Number: 402279

(C) BILL RUGER'S CASED WESTLEY RICHARDS .318 ACCELERATED EXPRESS DOUBLE RIFLE.

Lot #1301 (Sale Order 194 of 345)

Per an included letter from Robert Stutler, the former Vice President of Ruger, this rifle came directly from Bill Ruger. Stutler and Ruger worked closely for a number of years, and when Ruger passed in 2002, he bequeathed Stutler his choice of firearms from his collection, including this rifle. Ruger considered this rifle to be one of his favorites, and Stutler recounts that he often kept it leaning against his desk or on the floor next to him, and Stutler would clean it whenever Ruger took a nap during their visits. Originally manufactured for the Maharaja Holkar of Indore, with his information stenciled on lid of case. Chopper lump barrels with a brass bead front sight protected by a Westley Richards patent flip-over sight cover on a smooth raised island. Sight cover checkered on sides and engraved in floral scroll across top. 2" triangle of nicely cut scroll ahead of island with a large shell motif at base of island. Wide, slightly concave rib engraved "Westley Richards & Co, 40. Grange Rd, Birmingham. England. Rear sight on a slightly raised island, with long sections of well cut acanthus scroll en suite on either side of sight, fit with a three leaf express rear sight. Standing leaf regulated for 100 yards, and two folding leaves regulated for 200 and 300 yards. All leaves are fit with gold express lines and anti-glare matting. Chambers engraved "WR ·318 ACCELERATED EXPRESS." over right and "250 GRN. Bullets" on left. Slanted doll's head rib extension with shell motif and floral scroll. Underside of rib with a 1 - 1/2" triangle of scroll at muzzle, sling bow on island screwed to rib, and numbered "17692" for matching to the original action on left barel and "19896" on right, as Westley Richard's replacement number, and with "PG" behind. Flats with British Nitro proofs for a .318 Nitro Express cartridge at 3770 BAR. Westley Richards professionally replaced the barrels in the 1990s to extend the service life of the rifle and the work is nothing short of the fabulous quality that a modern Best maker can produce. Flat bottom splinter forearm with horn tip insert, Deely latch release, and point pattern checkering. Exterior iron engraved with well cut floral scroll and shell motifs. Action flats with British view and nitro proofs, and 2792 patent use number. Strikers are bushed, but do not have slots for a pin tool. Classic Westley Richards droplock action with small sized acanthus scroll throughout, with ribbons on either side of the action signed "Westley Richards". Droplock plate with game scene engraving of an antelope at the shore of a watering hole, with balance engraved with scroll en suite. Double triggers protected by a blued trigger guard engraved with a wandering rhinoceros, with a long tang engraved with serial number that runs all the way to the pistol grip cap. Steel pistol grip cap with trap engraved en suite. Iconic Westley Richards hinged top break lever engraved "WESTLEY RICHARDS / EJECTOR" ahead of lever. Automatic bolted safety with "SAFE" in gold ahead of slide and "BOLTED" offset, concealed when not bolted. Nice, densely grained walnut stock built with sidepanels, teardrops, two panels of modified point pattern checkering about the wrist, a beaded cheekpiece, brass heraldric device at toe line, sling bow on stud and an orange rubber recoil pad with English style covered screws, replaced at the same time as the barrels. In a leather-wrapped case with aforementioned stenciling and lined in a deep, rich sea green, with Westley Richards trade label in the lid and housing accessories comprising pair brushes, jag, gilt oil bottle, ivory striker pot, and canvas sling with brass ends. CONDITION: Barrels with essentially all of their original factory bluing, with some superficial handling marks, a few very small spots of silvering. Action excellent with flashes of case color around the recoil shields, as much as 10-15%, balance a lovely, smooth dove grey. Engraving crisp. Stocks excellent with some handling marks and impressions, and has had an extra layer of varnish added and pad replaced, probably when barrels were serviced. Mechanically fine, bores very good with strong rifling and mild frosting. Case very good with some rubs and discoloration to lining from age. Accessories very good, leather lid strap with heavy rubbing. One strap missing, one damaged, front handle and one ring missing. An important rifle that was a favorite of a pioneer of the firearms industry, belonged to Indian royalty, and is in one of the all-time great calibers to boot. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 21" Caliber/Bore: .318 Accelerated Express Drop at Heel: 2" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Length of Pull: 15" over pad Manufacturer: Westley Richards Model: Double Rifle Paperwork: Letter Serial Number: 17692 Weight: 9 lbs 5.5oz

(A) BILL RUGER'S HOLLAND & HOLLAND .303 DOUBLE RIFLE.

Lot #1302 (Sale Order 195 of 345)

Per an included letter from Robert Stutler, the former Vice President of Ruger, this rifle came directly from Bill Ruger. Stutler and Ruger worked closely for a number of years, and when Ruger passed in 2002, he bequeathed Stutler his choice of firearms from his collection, including this rifle. Ruger apparently favored this rifle for African plains game, and Stutler used it on antelope in Wyoming. Dovetail lump barrels with a replacement ivory blade front sight retained by screw on a raised island with anti-glare matting throughout and relieved for a sight hood. Tubes engraved "Holland & Holland .98 New Bond Street, London." on right, and "Winners of all the FIELD Rifle Trials, London.". Five leaf express rear sight on a quarter rib, with standing leaf regulated for 100 yards, and four folding leaves for 200, 300, 400, and 500 yards, respectively. Folding leaves with silver express lines, standing leaf express missing. Further fit with a set of scope blocks. Underside of tubes with matching serial numbers, a discrete "H&H" barrel maker marking ahead of flats, and proofs on flats for a .303 with 38 grains of Riflelite. Sling bows on sweated on island on underside of rib and on stud at toeline. Small splinter forearm with reinforced splinter forearm with light floral engraving and border work on exterior iron and checkered in a point pattern. Action flats with view proof and serial numbers; breech face with evidence of a dovetail repair, probably to replace the strikers. Action body with delicate scroll engraving and border work, with dressed hingepins. Back action locks signed "Holland & Holland" with border work and delicate scroll. Tall rebounding cocks engraved en suite. Top strap runs over comb and is engraved en suite. Side lever engraved en suite. Double triggers, front serrated, with a long trigger guard tang that runs to the pistol grip cap, both engraved en suite. Nicely streaked walnut stock with two panels of modified point pattern checkering about the wrist, beaded cheekpiece, silver vanity plaque at toe line, and serrated horn buttplate with small spur at heel. CONDITION: Barrels with approximately half of the factory bvluing, with heavy scratches and silvering from use in the field. Action has flashes of color in the deepest recesses, with balance a smooth, storm grey with some surface mossing. Stocks very good, missing a chip on right side of forearm, with other scattered handling marks and impressions. Mechanically fine, bores with good rifling and heavy frosting. An important rifle from one of the foremost titans of the firearms industry. Barrel Length: 28" Caliber/Bore: .303 British Drop at Comb: Approx. 1 - 5/8" Drop at Heel: Approx. 2 - 7/8" FFL Status: Antique Length of Pull: 14 - 5/8" from front trigger Manufacturer: Holland & Holland Model: Double Rifle Paperwork: Stutler letter Serial Number: 17568

(C) OUTSTANDING HOLLAND & HOLLAND ROYAL .375 FLANGED MAGNUM DOUBLE RIFLE.

Lot #1303 (Sale Order 196 of 345)

Circa 1910-1922 per "Holland & Holland: 'The Royal' Gunmaker" by Dallas. Chopper lump barrels fit with a bead front sight on a stippled spearpoint ramp island relieved on sides for a sight hood, express rear sight with two leaves, one standing regulated for 50/200 yards, one folding for 300, both with silver express lines, screwed to a spearpoint quarter rib with anti-glare matting. Barrels engraved "Holland & Holland. S. New Bond Street, London." over right barrel, left with "WINNERS OF ALL THE "FIELD" RIFLE TRIALS, LONDON." Underside of barrels with matching "28426" serial numbers and trademark. Flats with British Nitro proofs for a .375 Express, including Cordite proof, proved for the full 300. Hidden third fastener. Sling bow on island screwed to underside of rib. Splinter forearm with reinforced Anson release, checkered in a point pattern about a central escutcheon. Exterior iron and reinforcement about release engraved in well-cut acanthus scroll. Action flats with serial number, view proofs, and disc set strikers. Holland & Holland hand detachable sidelocks with gold line cocking indicators, engraved in near full coverage of the classic Holland & Holland Royal scroll, with vignettes for the company name. Recoil shields with bouquets of flowers, borders with rope and beadwork, and signed on the bottom "The Royal Hammerless". Early automatic, bolted stalking safety with "SAFE" in gold ahead of tab. Long top tang flows over the top of the comb and is engraved en suite. Double triggers, front checkered, protected by a long tang trigger guard, with engraving en suite, that runs to pistol grip cap. Darkly colored walnut stock built with teardrops, diamond cross section "Royal" grip, two panels of modified point pattern checkering about the wrist, beaded cheekpiece, vanity plate on toe line with initials "D.S.G.", sling bow lon stud, and a soft orange rubber recoil pad with English style covered screws. Housed in a canvas-wrapped leather tabbed case with "D.S.G." stenciled on the lid with a United Africa Company shipping label that appears to be to a destination in the United Kingdom. Interior lined in forest green with Holland & Holland trade label in lid, charge card for this gun by serial number, and accessories comprising sling, pair snapcaps, patches, Holland & Holland oil bottle, leather wallet with three brushes and a pull-through, and an empty box of .375 H&H Magnum Flanged. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels with virtually all of a top quality reblack, with some scattered handling marks and thinning to silver at muzzle. Action excellent, with flashes of case color in protected areas, such as recoil shield beads and trigger guard, balance a lovely mellow dove grey. Stocks excellent with some scattered handling marks and impressions, but free of cracks or chips. Mechanically fine, bores excellent with strong riflig. Case very goood, relined, with very good accessories. A very rare gun in the full-bore magnum chambering. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 25 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .375 Flanged Magnum FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Holland and Holland Model: Double Rifle Serial Number: 28426

(M) FABULOUS WESTLEY RICHARDS DROPLOCK .470 DOUBLE RIFLE WITH GAME SCENES OF BIG GAME BY PETER SPODE

Lot #1304 (Sale Order 197 of 345)

Circa 2009. Chopper lump barrels with Westley Richards patent flip-over front sight with scrollwork on sight hood and at base, with fore ramp stippled. Wide concave rib with gold inlaid "WESTLEY RICHARDS & Co ENGLAND.". Quarter rib with nicely cut floral scroll that extends down ramp and into rib, with a three leaf express rear sight: standing leaf regulated for 50 yards while folding leaves are regulated for 100 and 150 yards; all leaves with gold express lines and anti-glare matting. Engraved over the chambers "CAL. ·470 NITRO-EXPRESS" and "REG. FOR 500 GRN. BULLET". Underside of barrels with matching "20170" serial numbers, import marked behind forearm lump by WRA, Bozeman, Montana, and with British nitro proofs on barrel flats for a .470 Nitro Express at 3375 BAR. Sling eye on island sweated to bottom of rib. Splinter forearm with horn tip and point pattern checkering with mullered borders about a Deely latch release. Release and exterior iron engraved in low relief acanthus scroll on a stippled ground, interior iron with matching serial number. Droplock action with low relief scroll en suite, signed "WESTLEY RICHARDS" in gold on both sides of action. Game scene engraving depicts a pair of cape buffalo on the left side, a pair of rhinos on the right, and a single elephant on the bottom, all supported by scrollwork en suite. Engraving is signed "P. Spode '09" abutting trigger guard for Peter Spode, who has been working for Westley Richards for more than 30 years and is well known for his relief work and carvings. Double triggers protected by a long tang trigger guard with engraving en suite, with serial number inlaid in gold, that runs all the way to a steel pistol grip cap with trap. Westley Richards hinged lever with "WESTLEY RICHARDS" ahead of lever in gold, non-automatic bolted safety with "SAFE" in gold ahead of slide, and "BOLTED" sidelever. Exhibition quality streaked and densely grained Circassian walnut stock with checkered side panels, tear drops, beaded cheekpiece, sling eye on stud at toe line, and a gold vanity plate at toe line engraved "TWA". Leather wrapped recoil pad with English style covered screws. Housed in a brass tabbed leather wrapped case with accessories comprising spanner wrench, three turnscrews, oil bottle, wallet with pair strikers and replacement front sight, two piece cleaning rod, wallet with pull throughout, pair brushes, mop, and jag, Westley Richards branded selvyt cloth, and pouch with extra locks, with matching serial numbers and "EXTRA LOCK" engraved. Canvas and leather slip for case embossed "T.W.A / Westley Richards / .470 No. 2010". CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels with nearly all of their blueing with some handling marks and some spotting on left barrel towards muzzle. Stocks excellent with some very minor scattered impressions and one miniscule chip at left sidepanel. Mechanically fine, bores excellent with strong rifling and a little carbon buildup from use. Case excellent with some scattered scuffs and handling marks. A fabulous double rifle in an all-time great caliber with phenomenal engraving. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .470 Nitro Express Drop at Heel: 2" FFL Status: Modern Length of Pull: 14 - 1/2" Manufacturer: Westley Richards Model: Double Rifle Serial Number: 20170 Weight: 10 lbs 5 oz

(C) 1 OF 8 CASED E.J. CHURCHILL HERCULES .470 NITRO EXPRESS DOUBLE RIFLES.

Lot #1305 (Sale Order 198 of 345)

Circa 1912 per "British Gunmakers: Volume One - London" by Brown. Chopper lump barrels with a bead front sight vertically dovetailed into a raised island and retained by a screw. Island and ramp with anti-glare matting throughout and relieved on either side for a sight hood. Quarter rib at rear with matting throughout en suite and fit with a dovetailed V rear sight. Signed "E.J. Churchill. (Gunmakers) Ltd" and "8, Agar St Strand. London. W.C.2." over chambers. Breeches decorated with fine scroll border and 1 - 1/2" triangles of nicely cut scroll, and rib extension with acanthus scrollwork. Sling eye on island sweated to underside of rib. Flat bottom splinter forearm with turn-off release, nicely engraved with fine English scroll, which is repeated on exterior iron. Interior iron with matching serial number. Action flats with serial number and view proof. Boxlock action with essentially complete coverage of finely cut small size English scroll, signed "E.J. Churchill" in ribbons on both sides of action. Underside plate with "HERCULES / FINEST 470 QUALITY / MODEL", with .470 inlaid in gold. Double triggers protected by a flat bottom trigger guard with a long tang that runs all the way to grip cap. Non-automatic safety with "SAFE" in gold ahead of slide with long tang that runs over comb. Densely streaked walnut stock build with teardrops, two panels of point pattern checkering about the wrist with mullered borders, shadowline chekpiece, brass vanity plate at toe line with a post-factory "BA", sling eye, and orange rubber recoil pad with English style covered screws. In a brass tabbed leather wrapped case lined in forest green with an E.J. Churchill trade label in lid and containing accessories comprising a sight hood, Holland & Holland spanner wrench, bone striker pot with replacement front sight, pair snapcaps, sling, square oil bottle, two piece cleaning rod, and wallet with mop, jag, and brush. CONDITION: Very good as conserved. Barrels with the vast majority of a top quality reblue, with some thinning over chambers and scattered throughout, and some pinprick oxidation. Boxlock with traces of case colors in most protected areas, such as at recoil shield, with balance a pleasing gunmetal grey with crisp engraving. Stocks very good with some handling marks and impressions throughout. Forearm has a chip at right fang and another small chip towards nose. Buttstock with scattered dings and impressions, but no cracks or chips. Stocks have had an extra layer of varnish professionally applied. Mechanically fine, bores are excellent with strong rifling. Case very good with typical scuffs and handling marks. Accessories very good. A very scarce double rifle from one of London's Best makers. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .470 Nitro Express Drop at Heel: 3" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Length of Pull: 14 - 1/2" from front trigger, cast off for RH Manufacturer: E.J. Churchill Model: Hercules Serial Number: 2686 Weight: 10 lbs 10 oz

(C) WILLIAM EVANS .470 NITRO EXPRESS BLE DOUBLE RIFLE.

Lot #1306 (Sale Order 199 of 345)

Circa 1912 per William Evans's web search. 28" chopper lump barrels with hand-cut matte rib. Flat, tapering rib with a raised island towards muzzle, fit with a bead front sight, moon sight, and a removable hood. Express rear sight with silver lines is fit with three leaves, one standing and two folding, regulated for 100, 200, and 300 yards. Barrel are engraved "William Evans, 63 Pall Mall St James's, London" and "470 - 3 1/4 Solid Metal Case, 75 Grs Cordite 500 Grn Bullet" over chambers. Dressed with stiff leaf engraving with a more elaborate shell motif on doll's head rib extension. Barrel flats with British nitro proofs and serial number. Splinter forearm with modified point pattern checkering with a rotating lever release, engraved with scroll work on exterior of iron, interior with matching serial number. Case colored boxlock action is engraved with English pattern rose and scroll, bottom metal and trigger guard nicely blacked, with serial number and view proofs on action flats. Automatic safety with "SAFE" inlaid in gold ahead of slide. Double triggers are protected by a trigger guard with English scroll and a full length tang that runs to pistol grip cap. Nicely marbled walnut stock with sidepanels, drop points, and checkered in point pattern about the wrist. Toe line with a sling bow on stud, and silver plaque. Stock is finished by a pigskin covered recoil pad with English style covered screws and a heel finial. CONDITION: Very good as professionally rehabilitated. Barrels with virtually all of a nicely executed reblack, with some very minor superficial handling marks and some thinning to sharp edges, with a few minuscule stray pits on underside. Forearm with well executed case colors and fitted with new wood that shows just a few light handling marks. Case colors on action are vibrant, with finishing lacquer still visible throughout, with a few minor marks. Stock excellent with some handling marks and impressions, mostly behind pistol grip. Mechanically fine, bores are excellent with strong, well defined rifling. A wonderful double rifle in a great dangerous game caliber. Barrel Length: 28" Caliber/Bore: .470 NE Drop at Heel: 2" FFL Status: Curio & Relic Length of Pull: 15" over pad Manufacturer: William Evans Model: BLE DR Serial Number: 10526 Weight: 10 lbs 12 oz

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

Lot #1307 (Sale Order 200 of 345)

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 Schnabel 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

(M) KRIEGHOFF CLASSIC .375 FLANGED MAGNUM DOUBLE RIFLE.

Lot #1308 (Sale Order 201 of 345)

Circa 2002 per AC date code. Shoe lump barrels fit with a brass tipped blade front sight on a smooth island, fixed standing square notch rear sight on quarter rib with machine cut matting, and turn off scope mounts. Left side of barrel with Krieghoff warning. Underside with caliber esignation, Krieghoff proof, "GERMANY" export mark, nitro proofs, AC date code, and Ulm antler proof. Underside of tubes with nitro proofs, "Y" and "A02239". Sling eye on underside of rid. Scope mounts with a Schmidt & Bender 1.1-4x24 Zenith scope with an illuminated SFP FD-9 reticle. Walnut forearm with slightly schnabeled tip and a Deely latch release, with point pattern checkering about the release. Boxlock action with AF date code for 2005 (not uncommon on Krieghoffs), Ulm nitro proof, and Krieghoff international import mark. Exterior with minimalist acanthus scrollwork and engraving. Double triggers protected by a short tang trigger guard. Pistol grip stock with two panels of point pattern checkering about the wrist, side panels, a gentle palm swell on right side, beaded cheekpiece, soft rubber recoil pad, and sling eye on stud at toe line. CONDITION: Very good, with some scattered handling marks to the barrels, some silvering, with some surface spotting over right tube. Some oxidation at lump on left side. Forearm with a stable crack on left side, near fang, and some scattered impressions. Action excellent. Stock excellent with some handling marks and impressions from the field. Mechanically fine, bore excellent with strong, bright rifling,. Scope with some handling marks that are silvering, but is crisp and clear; illumination works. Barrel Length: 23 - 5/8" Caliber/Bore: .375 Flanged Magnum FFL Status: Modern Length of Pull: 14 - 3/8" over pad Manufacturer: Krieghoff Model: Classic Serial Number: 050570

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

Lot #1309 (Sale Order 202 of 345)

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) CASED RIGBY BIG GAME .375 H&H MAGNUM BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1310 (Sale Order 203 of 345)

Cirac mid-1960s. Bead front sight on sweated-on island base with side slots for a sight hood and a stippled ramp. Sling eye on boss soldered onto underside of barrel ahead of forearm. Engraved "John Rigby & Co 28 Sackville St London W1". Rear sight with stippled ramps with a fixed standing sight and two folding leaves, for 100, 200, and 300 yards, all with gold express lines. Rigth side of barrel shank with a British nitro proof at 19 tons. Fore ring with "RIGBY'S .375 H&H MAGNUM FOR BIG GAME" and fit with an aluminum side-saddle mount, mounted with a Supra 2.5-6x scope of QD mounts. Rear ring partially stippled for anti-glare, bolt handle with classic five-panel checkering. Bottom metal with "MADE IN ENGLAND" and roped borders, magazine baseplate with "CALIBRE .375 H&H" with rope en suite. Trigger guard with "6160" Rigby serial and rope borders. Pistol grip with tang safety, "SAFE" ahead of slide. Darkly toned walnut stock with point pattern checkering about the forearm, reinforcement bolt under fore ring, pistol grip with a horn cap, checkered about the wrist, with German silver oval and sling eye on toe line. Orange rubber recoil pad with covered screws. In a leather tabbed forest green canvas wrapped case lined in sea-green, with Rigby trade labels in lid, cleaning rod, wiping cloth, solvent funnel, Rigby oil bottle, and leather wallet with mop and brush. CONDITION: Barrel and action with virtually all of a rebluing, with some softening to legends and scattered pinprick oxidation visible under the bluing. Some thinning to sharp edges, most noticeable on scope mount. Stocks very good with some handling marks and impressions. Checkering recut. Mechanically fine, bore excellent with strong rifling and some mild frosting. Glass clear. Case very good, some lining and partitions replaced. Accessories very good. A great big game rifle from one of London's best. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 25" Caliber/Bore: .375 H & H Magnum FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Rigby Model: Big Game Rifle Serial Number: 6160

(M) FINE MAUSER SPORTING RIFLE BY R.R. STUTLER IN .275 RIGBY.

Lot #1311 (Sale Order 204 of 345)

This custom beautifully handcrafted sporting rifle was built in the classic English style using a small ring Mauser action as its base with a custom barrel that sports a three leaf folding safari style rear sight, long base ramp front sight, rust blue finish, checkered bolt knob, recessed muzzle, Circassian walnut stock with very fine line hand checkered pistol grip and forearm, dark rosewood forend tip, straight comb, rollover cheek piece, Niedner style checkered steel butt plate, and sling eyes in rear and banded on front barrel. CONDITION: Excellent. Shows as near new with light handling marks. Barrel Length: 23" Caliber/Bore: .275 Rigby FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: FN / R.R. Stutler Model: Mauser Serial Number: 37882

(M) GUNWERKS LR-1200TI BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1312 (Sale Order 205 of 345)

Fluted barrel marked "7MM REM MAG" on left side. Titanium action with Gunwerks information and serial number on left side, mounted with Talley rings with a Nightforce NXS 5.5-20x50mm scope with SFP BDC reticle, elevation knob indicates regulation for a 168 VLD bullet at .617 ballistic coefficient, 3025 FPS, 5000 ft elevation, 50F temp, and 10 mph. X fluted bolt. Composite stuck in a sand-black camo pattern with stippled forear and pistol grip, sling stud at forearm and toe line with QD Gunwerks sling, shadowline cheekpiece, and soft black Decelerator pad. Gunwerks scope cover. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrel retains virtually all of the original bluing with some thinning to sharp edges of flutes. Action commensurate with some very minor marks from handling and the field. Stock with some rubs, but solid and whole. Glass excellent, clear, and throws cleanly. Mechanically fine, bore with strong rifling and moderate frosting. Barrel Length: 26" Caliber/Bore: 7mm Rem Mag FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Gunwerks Model: LR-1200Ti Serial Number: G1003

(C) WESTLEY RICHARDS DANGEROUS GAME .425 EXPRESS MAGNUM TAKEDOWN MAUSER BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1313 (Sale Order 206 of 345)

Heavy profile octagonal barrel, round at the shank, with bead front sight on sweated on island with Westley Richards patent flip-over sight hood and moon sight. Base engraved with scrollwork, while side hood is matted. Sling eye base sweated to underside of barrel. Top flat of barrel is matted to the express rear sight base. which is fit with four leaves: one standing for 50 yards, three folding for 100, 200, and 300, all with silver express lines and dressed with scroll and rays. Left flat with "Westley Richards & Co London" and "Length of case 2 5/8 65/410 GRS", right with "Shrimant Sampatrao Gaikwad Baroda", probably the owner. Marked with a triangle at shank. Fore ring of action stippled across the top, with offset serial number and engraved "WESTLEY RICHARDS .425 MAGNUM EXPRESS". Griffin & Howe style sidesaddle scope mount with matching serial number and mounted with an Ajack fixed 4x scope with German #1 "fencepost" reticle. Safety flag engraved "SAFE" for legibility when engaged. Bolt knob is a highly unusual horn ball. Box magazine is engraved with scrollwork and dangerous game scenes, including a stalking tiger on left, an elephant on bottom, a cape buffalo, and a lion on trigger guard, and fit with a checkered horn handstop. Nicely carved and checkered stock, with extensive coverage of modified point pattern checkering, including mullered borders and fleur-de-lis intrustions, and horn forearm cap, of a nicely figured flame colored stock with shadowline cheekpiece, brass oval at toe line, sling eye, pistol grip cap with trap, and an orange recoil pad with covered screws. CONDITION: Barrel retains the vast majority of the reapplied blue, with some scattered handling marks and impressions. Legends somewhat softened but legible. Stock excellent with some handling marks and impressions from the field, but free of cracks or chips. Mechanically fine, bore excellent with strong rifling and mild frosting. Scope clear but a little discolored. An impressive rifle that clearly spent some time hunting in India. Barrel Length: 26 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .425 Express Magnum FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Westley Richards Model: Mauser Serial Number: 41448

(C) PRE-WAR RIGBY MAUSER .275 BOLT ACTION EXPRESS RIFLE.

Lot #1314 (Sale Order 207 of 345)

Circa 1911 per "Original Oberndorf Sporting Rifles" by Speed et al. Bead front sight on sweated on island with sight hood and smooth ramp. Sling eye sweated onto barrel ahead of forearm tip. Engraved "SIGHTED FOR RIGBY'S SPECIAL HIGH VELOCTY / JOHN RIGBY & CO 43 SACKVILLE St. LONDON. W. / .275 BORE CARTRIDGE POINTED BULLET 140 GRS" ahead of rear sight. Three leaf express sight with one standing leaf and two folding leaves, regulated for 100 yards on standing leaf, 300 and 400 on folding leaves with anti-glare matting. Small ring action with German BU proofs, Mauser serial number, Rigby serial number, and Oberdorf information. Lyman All-American fixed 3-power sight with duplex reticle on QD mounts dovetailed through a square bridge set on barrel ahead of fore ring and on rear right. Matching numbers observed on bolt release and on bolt sleeve. Bolt handle with BU proofs and partially matching "6817" serial number. Safety with "SAFE" inlaid in gold on flag, striker knob with Rigy adjustable peep rear sight. Svelte walnut stock with point pattern checkering with mullered borders about the forearm and the Prince of Wales grip. Trigger guard with matching Rigby serial number. Sling eye at toe, serrated buttplate. CONDITION: Very good as partially rehabilitated. Barrels with almost all of a reblack, with some areas of handling marks and one somewhat deeper strike on left side, ahead of sling eye ring, and thinning at muzzle partially concealed with cold blue. Action commensurate; scope bases are original, but the posts and rings are replacements. Stock excellent with some handling marks and impressions and an additional layer of varnish carefully added. Mechanically fine, bore with frosting and visible rifling, glass clear with an ochre hue. A lovely rifle from one of London's best makers in their iconic caliber. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .275 Rigby FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Rigby / Mauser Model: Rifle Serial Number: 5308 / 66817

(M) DAVID MILLER CUSTOM WINCHESTER MARKSMEN BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

Lot #1315 (Sale Order 208 of 345)

David Miller and his partner Curt Krum are regarded as some of the finest builders of custom hunting rifles, and their rifles have taken game worldwide. They set 2 world records in the 80s when they sold a rifle for $41,000 in 1982, and in 1986, sold another rifle for $201,000, and are mainstays at SCI. This example built on a Model 70 action, which David Miller sources from Winchester while they are still in the white, as a benefit of helping them revitalize the Model 70 design. The barrel is sans any provisions for iron sights and fluted to reduce weight. Shank reads "DAVID MILLER CO. / -300 WIN.-" on left side, while action reads "-MARKSMEN-" on left ring, "Winchester" on beveled edge left of bolt, "DM-G41" above, and "4 CARTRIDGES" at ejection port. Bottom of magazine plate reads "-300 WIN-". Mounted with one of Miller's proprietary scope mounts with a Leupold Vari-X III 6.5-20x40 SFP scope with a rangefinding duplex reticle and fit with a flip-up bubble level; Miller's mounts are well-known as they sit the scopes extremely low. David Miller custom stock (for which he charged an additional $1,500) made of walnut with attractive, heavy fiddleback, a contrasting forearm tip, pistol grip with steel grip cap, beaded shadowline cheekpiece, and an orange recoil pad with English-style covered screws. Very light line engraving at the pistol grip cap, action screws decorated with florals. Bows for sling swivels on toe line and at forearm; silver vanity plate at toe line, under cheekpiece. CONDITION: Very good as field used. Barrel retains the vast majority of the matte bluing, with some scattered thinning, and one area of silvering on barrel commensurate with rack wear. Stock is excellent, solid, with random bumps and scrapes from field use, but solid and free of significant chips or cracks. Mechanically excellent, bore is excellent, bright and shiny, with strong rifling. Glass is clear. These rifles are outstanding and have been used by notables such as Jim Carmichael, Tom Turpin, and Craig Boddington; with David Miller's passing, no more of these fine rifles are being manufactured. Barrel Length: 26" Caliber/Bore: .300 Win Mag FFL Status: Modern Length of Pull: 13 - 3/4" Manufacturer: Winchester Model: David Miller Marksmen Serial Number: DM-G41 Weight: 9 lbs 8 oz

(M) CHAMPLIN FIREARMS HAND BUILT CUSTOM DELUXE BOLT ACTION RIFLE

Lot #1316 (Sale Order 209 of 345)

Custom made in Enid Oklahoma. A call to the company revealed no information on this serial number. The wood on this rifle appears to be English walnut, oil finished, extremely fine line hand checkering, checkered metal pistol grip cap, straight comb, solid black pad. Features an octagonal receiver, a finely jeweled bolt, octagon barrel, integral sling eye mount, three leaf express rear sight, ramp front sight, matte blue finish. Bridge has scope blocks mounted. Bolt knob is checkered. CONDITION. Shows as new with light handling. An outstanding custom bolt rifle. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: 7mm Remington Magnum FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Champlin Firearms Model: Bolt Action Serial Number: 356

(C) VERY RARE SPECIAL ORDER PRE-64 WINCHESTER MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION RIFLE IN .22 HIGH POWER.

Lot #1317 (Sale Order 210 of 345)

The Winchester date record lists this as a 1948 shipped gun. With stock removed, one can see a 1945 date stamp. The war essentially put a hold on shipping most civilian orders and many parts were still in inventory in 1946. There were some civilian shipments during the war if the plant was caught up with war production, but it was very sporadic. Standard configuration with non-standard chamberings was the second popular demand with special orders, and between 1946-1948, there were 2090 special orders. The barrel has the standard Winchester legend with ".22 H.P." for caliber and is stamped "22 HP" under barrel. This rifle features the 2 - 1/2" hooded ramp front sight, blue finish, sporting rear sight, blue finish, and checkered walnut stock with pistol grip, straight comb, checkered metal butt plate, and swivels. The matching serial number is etched on bolt. There are no final production figures for a .22 HP rifle but, only available as a special order, records are sparse. CONDITION: Excellent. Rifle retains majority of blue finish with a few handling marks. The bore is bright. Stock is fine but does shows scattered impressions. Barrel Length: 24" Caliber/Bore: .22 High Power FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 70 Serial Number: 89735

(C) EXTREMELY RARE SPECIAL ORDER PRE-64 WINCHESTER MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION CARBINE IN .219 ZIPPER.

Lot #1318 (Sale Order 211 of 345)

The Winchester date record lists this as a 1948 shipped gun. With stock removed, one will see a 1941 date stamp, which was the last full year in which the carbine was cataloged. The war essentially put a hold on shipping most civilian orders and many parts were still in inventory in 1946. There were some civilian shipments during the war, if the plant was caught up with war production, but it was very sporadic. Standard configuration with non-standard chamberings was the second most popular demand with special orders. Between 1946-1948, there were 2090 special orders. The barrel has the standard Winchester legend with ".219 Zipper" for caliber and is simply stamped "Z" under barrel. This carbine features the 2 - 5/8" hooded ramp front sight, blue finish, filled rear sight slot, Lyman rear mounted peep sight, blue finish, and checkered walnut stock with pistol grip, straight comb, checkered metal butt plate and swivels. The matching serial number is etched on bolt. There are no final production figures for a .219 Zipper carbine but as a special order only, records are sparse. CONDITION: Excellent. Rifle retains majority of blue finish with a few handling marks. The bore is bright. Stock excellent but does show some scattered impressions. Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: .219 Zipper FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 70 Serial Number: 89015

(C) RARE SPECIAL ORDER WINCHESTER MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION CARBINE IN .38-55.

Lot #1319 (Sale Order 212 of 345)

The Winchester date record lists this as a 1946 shipped gun. With stock removed, one can see a 1941 date stamp, which was the last full year in which the carbine was catalogued. The war essentially put a hold on shipping most civilian orders, and many parts were still in inventory in 1946. There were some civilian shipments during the war if the plant was caught up with war production, but it was very sporadic. Standard configuration with non-standard chamberings was the second most popular demand with special orders. Between 1946-1948, there were 2090 special orders. The barrel has the standard Winchester legend with "38-55" for caliber. This carbine features the 2 - 1/2" hooded ramp front sight, blue finish, filled rear sight slot, Lyman rear mounted peep sight, blue finish, and checkered walnut stock with pistol grip, straight comb, checkered metal butt plate, and swivels. The matching serial number is etched on bolt. There are no final production figures for a .38-55 carbine but, as a special order only, records are sparse. CONDITION: Excellent. Rifle retains majority of blue finish with hint of muzzle wear, some minor rubs on floor plate and a few handling marks. The bore is bright. Stock excellent but does show some scattered impressions. Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: .38-55 FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 70 Serial Number: 58263

(C) RARE SPECIAL ORDER PRE-64 WINCHESTER MODEL 70 .308 BOLT ACTION CARBINE.

Lot #1320 (Sale Order 213 of 345)

This gun dates to 1954. The bolt has etched matching serial number. The last mention of carbines in Roger Rule's book is in 1947 when all carbines are listed as discontinued; in 1941, carbines were offered in 21 different caliber, the .308 is not listed as ever being available in a carbine form as the .308 was not developed until 1952. Obviously a special order, this late carbine features the post-war Monte Carlo comb often seen on the lightweight models of the 1950s. Requesting special non catalogued cartridges on standard issue guns was the number two special order on Model 70's Over 2000 special orders were shipped from 1946-48 alone which would have been a lot of special order cartridge guns shipped and these special orders were shipped well into the 1950's. Features the blue finish, short barrel, the short 2 - 1/4" hooded ramp front sight, folding leaf rear sight, matte finish frame, checkered walnut stock with pistol grip, checkered steel butt plate, and swivels. CONDITION: Excellent. Retains nearly all its blue finish with minor handling marks and some minute thinning on some high edges. Stock shows some minor impressions and a bit of wear at grip. Bore is strong. Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: .308 Win FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 70 Serial Number: 287746

(C) RARE PRE-64 WINCHESTER MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION 7MM MAUSER CARBINE.

Lot #1321 (Sale Order 214 of 345)

Manufactured in 1951. Bolt has etched matching number. In Roger Rule's book, the last year he has listed for a carbine in 7mm Mauser is 1941. In his 1947 list, the 7mm carbine is listed as discontinued. The 1950 lists the 7mm in rifle only and this caliber is not even listed in 1952 list. Given that it is not listed in 1951 as available, one could conjecture that this carbine was assembled using a barrel found in inventory or was a made to order gun. In either case, a post-war 7mm carbine is a true rarity. Features a matte finish blue frame, blued barrel, hooded ramp front sight, semi-buckhorn rear sight, oil-finished walnut stock with checkered pistol grip and forend, straight comb, blue checkered steel butt plate, and swivels. The Winchester barrel legends are crisp. CONDITION: Excellent. Retains virtually all its finish with some light handling marks. There is a ghost image of a scope block being present at one time on the rear bridge. The wood is superb. Bore is bright. Barrel Length: 20" Caliber/Bore: 7x57mm FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 70 Serial Number: 185482

(M) HAND ENGRAVED WINCHESTER ULTRA GRADE MODEL 70 FEATHERWEIGHT BOLT ACTION RIFLE IN .270 WINCHESTER

Lot #1322 (Sale Order 215 of 345)

Manufactured 1982-83. Barrel is engraved in gold "1 of 1000", number 671. Frame is engraved in scroll pattern with gold filled wire borders. Floor plate has a bighorn sheep with scroll and gold border. Bolt is jeweled. Nicely figured oil finish deluxe checkering with engraved pistol grip cap and solid red Winchester pad and sling eyes with a Schnabel fore-end tip. Barrel not tapped for sights. The top left rear of the receiver is signed "Bottega C. Giovanelli". Muzzle has a gold wedding band. CONDITION. Near new. Barrel Length: 22" Caliber/Bore: .270 Winchester FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Winchester Model: 70 Featherweight Serial Number: UG 671

WINCHESTER POSTER WITH GROUSE

Lot #1323 (Sale Order 216 of 345)

This is a beautiful 1909 Winchester poster with grouse in flight. Stunning color and detail. Dated 1909. Original metal bands. A few small creases.

WINCHESTER "THE HUNTERS' CHOICE" CASE INSERT HANGING SIGN.

Lot #1324 (Sale Order 217 of 345)

These early pre-1906 carboard signs were shipped to dealers packed in cases of shotgun shells to advertise the ammunition. Of the known designs, "The Hunters' Choice" is considered the rarest and most desirable. It features a flock of 5 quail executed in full color. The red Winchester trademark is found at the top with "FACTORY LOADED / SHOTGUN SHELLS". The bottom reads "THE HUNTERS' CHOICE." in bold red outlined black lettering above "WE CARRY A FULL STOCK." A pair of factory punched holes present at the top for hanging this example with period thread hanger. It is professionally framed and matted. The sign itself measures approximately 8 - 3/8" x 12 - 1/4". Frame is approximately 14 - 3/4" x 19". This rather diminutive size makes these desirable signs easier to display than the larger Winchester posters while still having great color and graphics. CONDITION: Fine. Colors remain bright and attractive. A few minor scuffs and creases present, notably at the upper corners. This piece displays very well and would make a tasteful addition to the collectors home or office.

WINCHESTER "CHESAPEAKE RETRIEVING CANVASBACK DUCK" SELF-LOADING SHOTGUN ADVERTISING POSTER.

Lot #1325 (Sale Order 218 of 345)

As the descriptive title suggests, this circa 1910s Winchester poster depicts a swimming Chesapeake Bay Retriever bringing back a Canvasback in its mouth. Directly below the main image is the post-1906 red "WINCHESTER" logo and "SELF-LOADING SHOTGUNS / for / Fowl, Bird, or Trap Shooting" advertisement in yellow. It retains its metal hanging strips at top and bottom. Professionally framed and matted. Poster measures approximately 15 - 1/2" x 26 - 1/2". Overall approximately 21 - 1/8" x 32 - 1/4". CONDITION: Very good overall. Good color throughout with some some mild staining, inpainting and creasing. This piece displays very well and would make a great addition to any gunroom or office decor.

ENGLISH SPORTING SHOTSHELL CARTRIDGE BOARD.

Lot #1326 (Sale Order 219 of 345)

Crafted by DMB Designs in Worchestershire, UK for C.W. Anglin. The modern representation of the classic British factory ammunition display board is mounted with 52 bright and colorful deactivated classic British paper shotshells elaborately laid out in a wheel pattern with additional shotshell cards and a cap tin. It is nicely framed with solid mounting hardware. Overall approximately 24 - 3/8" x 24 - 3/8". CONDITION: Excellent with some light handling marks. A great, very attractive display for any gunroom or office.

US AMMUNITION FRAMED TIN LITHOGRAPH PRINT.

Lot #1327 (Sale Order 220 of 345)

Seldom seen, original litho advertising sign / wall tin for the US Ammunition Co. Center graphic is a US Ammunition Co. rep explaining the advantages of his company's products to American and foreign military officers during the Bisley Matches. Measures 28- 1/4" x 22 -1/8" with a black border with "US AMMUNITION" along the top; "DEMONSTRATED STANDARD OF THE WORLD" along the bottom; and a smaller "AT BISLEY ENGLAND" caption under the image. The results of the 1908 Bisley World Championship Matches is present in the lower right corner of the image (the USA won with England in 2nd Place). CONDITION: Very Good with light scattered rubs.

JOE KIOUS CUSTOM CORAL REEF DOUBLE POCKET LOCKET AUTOMATIC KNIFE.

Lot #1328 (Sale Order 221 of 345)

Joe Kious double pocket locket automatic "coral reef" custom knife with a 4 - 1/4" Jerry Rados "Turkish Twist" Damascus blade. The blade is marked "KIOUS". The frame is constructed of 416 stainless steel with 24K gold, silver, copper, and malachite inlays that form a beautiful aquatic scene. Additional scenes are revealed when the lockets are retracted. Front lock mechanism functions properly and the spring remains tight and strong. The engraving was executed by CJ Cai and the frame is signed "C.J. CAI". The pocket lockets slide with ease. The knife exhibits light handling wear and is housed in a black plush zipper case. CONDITION: Excellent. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 4 - 1/4" Overall Length: 10 - 1/2"

DELLANA IN THE BLACK SOLE AUTHORSHIP CUSTOM FOLDING KNIFE.

Lot #1329 (Sale Order 222 of 345)

Dellana custom "In The Black" sole authorship ladder pattern Damascus 14k gold "Meltdown" with Edwards Black Jade and diamonds. The blade measures 3" and is crafted of sole authorship "ladder pattern" Damascus. Nickel silver frame with .2 carat VS diamond set in 14k gold and inlaid into the Edwards Black Jade with 14k yellow gold embellishments. Bolsters are elegantly fabricated solid 14k yellow gold sheet over solid sterling silver under bolsters. Lockback mechanism functions properly. Housed in a black plush zipper case. Knife exhibits light wear with patina and loss around the edges of the bolsters. CONDITION: Very good. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 3" Overall Length: 7"

JESS HORN CUSTOM IVORY LOCKBACK KNIFE ENGRAVED BY MARIO TERZI.

Lot #1330 (Sale Order 223 of 345)

Jess Horn is considered a knife making legend and has been crafting knives since 1968. He is best known for his high quality folding knives such as this custom ivory lockback knife engraved by Mario Terzi. The knife features a 4 - 3/8" hand rubbed satin finished ATS-34 blade marked "JESS HORN" on obverse ricasso and numbered "086" on reverse ricasso. The scales are lovely and depict a beautiful aquatics scene consisting of pre-ban elephant ivory with built up enamel. Bolsters are of engraved 416 stainless steel and also depict a pond scene. Frame is signed "D.M. Terzi" under the bolster. Lockback mechanism functions properly. Housed in a black plush zipper case. The knife exhibits light wear but is very clean overall. Scales remain firmly secured to the frame and do not exhibit any cracks or scratches. CONDITION: Excellent. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 4 - 1/4" Overall Length: 9 - 3/4"

WOLFGANG LOERCHNER CUSTOM BLACK LIP TAHITIAN PEARL LOCKBACK DAGGER.

Lot #1331 (Sale Order 224 of 345)

Wolfgang Loerchner is a member of the Art Knife Invitational (AKI), a group of 25 of the most respected and talented knife makers in the world. It is a showcase which allows collectors and dealers the extremely rare opportunity to purchase knives from such a sought after makers. Wolfgang Loerchner stopped taking orders for knives more than 8 years ago. He is a living legend in the custom knife world and a member of the knifemakers hall of fame. This knife is an excellent example of Wolfgang's work. He does all the fluting, cutting, polishing, and finish work by hand. This Wolfgang Loerchner custom lockback dagger is an excellent example of Loerchner's work and features a 3 - 1/8" fluted Damascus blade. The bolsters are crafted of fluted 416 stainless steel and features scales that are crafted of black lip Tahitian pearl shell. The dagger operates using a lockback mechanism that functions properly. Housed in a black plush zipper case. The knife exhibits light wear from handling. CONDITION: Excellent. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 3 - 1/8" Overall Length: 7 - 1/4"

JOE KIOUS CUSTOM CRUSADERS DOUBLE POCKET LOCKET AUTO LOCKBACK KNIFE.

Lot #1332 (Sale Order 225 of 345)

Joe Kious "Crusades" custom double pocket locket auto knife with a 3 - 3/4" Robert Eggerling mosaic Damascus blade marked "KIOUS". The mosaic Damascus blade is ground perfectly and fires like lightning. The frame is crafted of deep relief engraved 416 stainless steel with hand hammered 24Kt gold inlaid background and carved high relief silver inlays. The engraving was executed by Alex Gev but it appears unsigned. The level of craftsmanship on this knife is hard to fathom. The hand hammered 24k gold background against the high relief carved silver is amazing, especially where the sliding pocket lockets seem to disappear into the handle. Lockback mechanism functions properly and the spring remains tight and strong. The knife is housed in a black plush zipper case. The knife is very clean overall. CONDITION: Excellent. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 3 - 3/4" Overall Length: 9"

SR JOHNSON MEDIUM SIZE PEARL AND GOLD DAGGER EMBELLISHED BY BARRY LEE HANDS.

Lot #1333 (Sale Order 226 of 345)

An attractive SR Johnson medium size dagger that was beautifully embellished by Barry Lee Hands. This dagger resembles The Chelsea Boot Dagger from SR Johnson that was also engraved by Barry Lee Hands. This dagger is nearly identical in size with a 4 - 3/4" ATS-34 blade and a 9" overall length. The blade is marked "S.R. JOHNSON / MANTI, UTAH" on the obverse ricasso and "002" on the reverse ricasso. The blade features a beautiful frosted panel on each side that is decorated with delicate scrolled leaves. Exhibition grade white pearl handles that are elaborately decorated in raised, fully sculpted, and shaded 24k gold in Barry’s Nouveau leaf pattern. Set with diamonds on the guard and handle, the ornamental design runs forward through the front guard culminating in a flourish of gold , diamonds, and steel. The grip scales are nicely bordered with red spacers, further highlighting their appearance. An integral lanyard loop pierces the pommel. The scabbard is as beautiful as the knife, featuring the same raised, fully sculpted, and shaded 24k gold in Barry’s Nouveau leaf pattern. Diamonds compliment the leaves. A large pearl stud and finial pronounce the scabbard's appearance. The knife exhibits some oxidation on the ricasso around the markings but otherwise presents excellently. There is some toning and patina to the scabbard. CONDITION: Very good. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell. Blade Length: 4 - 3/4" Overall Length: 9"

JOE KIOUS BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG KNIFE AUTO LOCKBACK ENGRAVED BY LEE GRIFFITHS.

Lot #1334 (Sale Order 227 of 345)

Joe Kious custom double pocket locket "Battle of Gettysburg" auto knife that features a 5" Damascus dagger blade with hypnotizing pattern. The frame is crafted of 416 stainless steel and features Civil War themed engravings that were executed by Lee Griffiths. When the pocket lockets are retracted more scenes are revealed. The frame is signed L. GRIFFITHS" and a banner next to the button reads "GETTYSBURG 150 YEARS". Lockback mechanism functions properly. Spring is strong. Contained in a black plush zipper case. The knife is very clean overall with scattered handling marks. There is slight oxidation inside of the pocket lockets, especially on the reverse side which depicts Confederate artillerymen. CONDITION: Very good. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 4 - 3/4" Overall Length: 11 - 5/8"

JOE KIOUS CUSTOM EDWARDS BLACK JADE INTERFRAME DEAD BUG LOCKBACK WITH ENGRAVING BY LEE GRIFFITHS.

Lot #1335 (Sale Order 228 of 345)

Joe Kious custom Edwards Black Jade interframe dead bug lockback knife with a 3 - 3/4" Damascus blade marked "KIOUS". The frame is crafted of 416 stainless steel with 24k gold inlays and is heavily engraved by Lee Griffiths. The frame is signed "L. GRIFFITHS". The obverse frame features and Edwards Black Jade scale and the reverse features a pocket locket which slides to reveal a panther. Lockback mechanism functions properly and the spring remains tight and strong. The knife exhibits light handling wear with the scale showing some scratches. Housed in a black plush zipper case. CONDITION: Very good. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 3 - 3/4" Overall Length: 8 - 3/4"

RON LAKE CUSTOM 18K GOLD AND PEARL TAIL LOCK KNIFE.

Lot #1336 (Sale Order 229 of 345)

An attractive example of Ron Lake's craftmanship in the form of this custom 18k gold pearl tail lock knife that features a 2 - 1/2" mirror polished ATS-34 blade marked "LAKE" and "Au". The frame is crafted of 18k gold and is highlighted by mother of pearl shell scales. Tail lock mechanism functions properly. Housed in a black plush zipper case. The blade is bright and retains its original polished finish. Frame exhibits scattered scratches and blemishes. CONDITION: Very good. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 2 - 1/2" Overall Length: 5 - 3/4"

JIM SORNBERGER SMALL SAN FRANCISCO STYLE GOLD QUARTZ INLAID DAGGER.

Lot #1337 (Sale Order 230 of 345)

Jim Sornberger is a highly successful knife maker who specializes in gold quartz work, especially through his San Francisco style knives. This multiple inlay San Francisco style knife features 4 - 1/2" stainless steel blade marked "J. SORNBERGER / VOLCANO, CA.". The handle features three gold quartz inlays and four red moss agate inlays which are divided by gold line wire. The end of the handle is gold with the head of an eagle engraved on one side and the reverse side is engraved with a California bear and star. The knife is housed in its equally ornate scabbard that features a silver engraved bird and bell with a diamond patterned background that surrounds a raised 14K gold shield. Tip of sheath features a gold ball finial and the throat is a gold band with checkered patterned engraving. The knife is very clean overall with oxidation exhibited in some areas along with handling wear. Scabbard exhibits a light patina on silver areas. CONDITION: Very good. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell. Blade Length: 4 - 1/2" Overall Length: 8 - 1/2"

VAN BARNETT CUSTOM AKI 2013 TIME MACHINE DAMASCUS AND COPPER LINERLOCK KNIFE.

Lot #1338 (Sale Order 231 of 345)

Van Barnett is both an artist and a knifemaker, and has showcased his abilities for the past 40 years. This Van Barnett custom "Time Machine" Damascus and copper linerlock knife was crafted for the 2013 Art Knife Invitational and features a 3 - 3/4" wharncliffe blade crafted of mesmerizing Damascus. The handle is crafted of copper pipes and pistons with brass carbon steel rivets, glass copper, and Damascus. The knife is operated by a linerlock mechanism that functions properly. Housed in a black plush zipper case. The knife is very clean overall with only minor toning and blemishes from handling and storage. CONDITION: Excellent. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 3 - 3/4" Overall Length: 8 - 1/2"

WARREN OSBORNE CUSTOM GREEN CHROME JADE AND BLACK LIP PEARL SHELL INTERFRAME LOCKBACK KNIFE.

Lot #1339 (Sale Order 232 of 345)

Warren Osborne was an Australian native who moved to Texas and pursued a life as a full time knife maker. He made significant impact on the custom knife world until his passing in 2016. Warren's impact is still felt on the custom knife enthusiasts and examples of his craftsmanship are highly sought after. This custom green chrome jade and black lip pearl shell inter-fame lockback dagger is just one of those highly sought after examples. The blade measures 3 - 1/2" and is crafted of Mike Norris stainless steel Damascus with 24K gold inlays. The frame is crafted of engraved 416 stainless steel and features black lip pearl shell with 24K gold inlays bordered by green chrome jade. The engravings were executed by Manrico Torcoli and the frame is signed "Torcoli Inc" with the inside frame signed "Osborne". The knife operates using a lockback mechanism that functions properly. Stored in a black plush zipper case. The knife exhibits light wear from handling, most noted around the edges of the green jade. CONDITION: Very good. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 3 - 1/2" Overall Length: 8 - 1/2"

BILL MORAN ST-24 FIGHTER.

Lot #1340 (Sale Order 233 of 345)

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 knives earned him a reputation as one of the most well known modern bladesmiths of his time. He is rightfully known as "The Father of Modern Damascus" and would go on to found the American Bladesmith Society. Bill was inducted into the Blade Magazine Hall of Fame in 1986 and the ABS Bladesmithing Hall of Fame in 1996. This is a very nice example one of Bill's ST-24 knives. The knife features a mirror polished carbon steel blade with dramatic clip point marked "W.F. MORAN" on the obverse ricasso and "M.S." on the reverse ricasso. Blade exhibits scattered light blemishes. Downturned silvered guard with pointed edge. Curly maple grip with delicate inlaid silver wire and shell decoration at guard. Complete with leather wrapped wood scabbard that features a crescent moon escutcheon and swivel belt loop. The scabbard exhibits scattered blemishes but remains supple. CONDITION: Very good. Blade Length: 11" Overall Length: 16 - 1/2"

STEVEN RAPP CUSTOM GOLD QUARTZ WILL & FINCK STYLE DAGGER.

Lot #1341 (Sale Order 234 of 345)

Ornate Steven Rapp custom Will & Finck style dagger with a 5 - 3/8" blade marked "STEVEN J. RAPP / UTAH" on the obverse ricasso. The handle is quite breathtaking and features 3 oz. of 18K gold wrapped gold quartz with engraving by Julie Warenski. Frisco gold quartz mosaic pieces separated by gold wire. The knife is complete with its scabbard and features beautifully engraved scroll designs with a checkered gold escutcheon. Frog stud is gold quartz with gold finial. The blade exhibits light oxidation around the maker mark. Handle with light wear and excellent shine. Scabbard exhibits handling wear with scattered blemishes. CONDITION: Very good. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 5 - 3/8" Overall Length: 9 - 1/2"

BILL MORAN ST-23 FIGHTER.

Lot #1342 (Sale Order 235 of 345)

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 knives earned him a reputation as one of the most well known modern bladesmiths of his time. He is rightfully known as "The Father of Modern Damascus" and would go on to found the American Bladesmith Society. Bill was inducted into the Blade Magazine Hall of Fame in 1986 and the ABS Bladesmithing Hall of Fame in 1996. This is a very nice example one of Bill's ST-23 knives, one of his most sought after models. The knife features a mirror polished carbon steel blade with dramatic clip point marked "W.F. MORAN" on the obverse ricasso. Blade exhibits scattered light blemishes. Pronounced brass crossguard with upturned and pointed edges which match the pommel that features the same elements. Guard and pommel exhibit a pleasing patina with scattered marks. Hidden tang construction with curly maple grip and inlaid silver wire. Complete with brown leather scabbard. The scabbard exhibits scattered blemishes and scuffs but remains supple. CONDITION: Very good. Blade Length: 8 - 1/2" Overall Length: 14 - 1/2"

CAS KNIVES FULL INTEGRAL PATAGONIA KNIFE.

Lot #1343 (Sale Order 236 of 345)

A splendid knife crafted by brothers Claudio, Ariel, and Marcelo Sobral who operate CAS Knives. The knife features a mosaic Damascus clip point blade with false top edge. Blade is marked "CAS". Tapered tang with Damascus guard and pommel that feature gold inlaid line decorations along with various curves. Dark burl grip scales secured by four steel pins on each side. The knife is complete with its tooled brown leather scabbard that is stamped "CAS" on reverse. Housed in a "CAS" badged leather zipper case. Light handling throughout. CONDITION: Excellent. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 9" Overall Length: 14 -1/4"

BOB LOVELESS FIGHTER WITH DOUBLE NUDE LOGO.

Lot #1344 (Sale Order 237 of 345)

Bob Loveless is known as one of the greatest modern knifemakers to exist. He is most known for making high end knives for the consumer market as well as US government organizations such as the CIA and US Army Special Forces. This Loveless fighter features a 5 - 3/4" drop point blade with brown micarta grip scales. Marked by Loveless on either side with his signature double nude logo. The blade remains bright and features its original polished sheen. Markings remain crisp. The grip exhibits light handling wear with intact scales that remain firmly in place. There are small areas of oxidation on either side on the grip, just beneath the guard. Lanyard loop remains tightly inset. CONDITION: Very good. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 5 - 3/4" Overall Length: 10 - 3/4"

BILL MORAN CUSTOM SILVER WIRE INLAID TIGER STRIPED MAPLE SKINNER.

Lot #1345 (Sale Order 238 of 345)

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. This silver wire inlaid tiger striped maple skinner with deluxe sheath is a wonderful example of Bill Moran's craftsmanship and features a 5" forged 5160 carbon steel blade marked "MORAN" on the obverse ricasso. The tiger striped maple grip exhibits beautiful scalloping and fine silver inlay. The knife is complete with its brown leather scabbard that features a tooled flower design and silvered throat that retains a leather belt loop. The knife exhibits light handling wear. Scabbard remains supple with light patina and some blemishes to throat. CONDITION: Excellent. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 5" Overall Length: 9 - 1/4"

JIM SORNBERGER DAGGER WITH GOLD NUGGET INLAYS.

Lot #1346 (Sale Order 239 of 345)

Crafted in the mid 1980s, this is an eye catching Jim Sornberger dagger with a 154CM Satin Finish 7 - 1/8" blade marked "J. SORNBERGER / U.S.A.". The handle is nickel silver scaled engraved with multiple gold nugget inlays at center. Tapered tang. No scabbard, but the knife is stored in a zipper storage pouch. The blade exhibits light blemishes with light handling wear on the handle. CONDITION: Very good. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 7 - 1/8" Overall Length: 13 - 1/4"

MASSIVE D.E. HENRY SCROLL ENGRAVED IVORY HANDLE BOWIE KNIFE.

Lot #1347 (Sale Order 240 of 345)

An immensely impressive bowie knife crafted by D.E. Henry, who was considered one of the best bowie knife makers of his time. This knife features a huge hand rubbed satin finished 13" blade with pronounced clip point. The blade is marked "HENRY" in large letters on the obverse ricasso. Henry was one of the first makers to number his knives and this example is numbered "101" on the reverse ricasso. The blade remains bright and flashes its original finish with only minor blemishes and spotting. Stainless oval shaped crossguard with elegant and deeply carved scrollwork embellishment. Massive coffin shaped ivory grip scales that are secured by 4 pins on each side. Obverse scale features an oval escutcheon with scrollwork that marches the guard. Scales are intact and remain firmly secured to the handle. There is one crack on the obverse scale. The knife is complete with its leather wrapped wood scabbard that features silvered mounts. Scabbard body exhibits scattered blemishes from handling. The obverse side of each mount also displays elegant scroll designs. Mounts exhibits a light patina. Henry set the precedent for modern bowie knives and makers often use him as an example when crafting their own work. He was a true pioneer of the custom knife world and only crafted 466 knives over his 40 year knife making career. This is perhaps one of the largest bowie knives he crafted and this is a rare opportunity to own an impressive piece of D.E. Henry's work. CONDITION: Very good. Blade Length: 13" Overall Length: 19"

CAS KNIVES MONSTER BOWIE.

Lot #1348 (Sale Order 241 of 345)

An immense bowie knife crafted by brothers Claudio, Ariel, and Marcelo Sobral who operate CAS Knives. The knife is incredible and features a Damascus swept back blade with false top edge. Blade is marked "CAS". Tapered tang with hidden construction disguised by lavish blued steel guard and pommel with mesmerizing curves. Dark burl grip scales. The knife is complete with its tooled brown leather scabbard that is stamped "CAS" on reverse. Housed in a "CAS" badged leather zipper case. Light handling throughout. CONDITION: Excellent. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 14" Overall Length: 20- 1/2"

CAS KNIVES LARGE SUB-HILT FIGHTER.

Lot #1349 (Sale Order 242 of 345)

An eye-catching knife crafted by brothers Claudio, Ariel, and Marcelo Sobral who operate CAS Knives. The knife is incredible and features a mosaic Damascus swept back blade with false top edge. Blade is marked "CAS". Tapered tang with hidden construction disguised by lavish blued steel guard and pommel with mesmerizing curves and gold line inlays. Striking sub-hilt with finger grooves. Dark ironwood grip scales with pronounced arch. The knife is complete with its tooled brown leather scabbard. Housed in a "CAS" badged leather zipper case. Light handling throughout. CONDITION: Excellent Accessories: Case Blade Length: 11 - 3/4" Overall Length: 17 - 3/4"

STEVEN RAPP 2015 AKI CUSTOM DAMASCUS AND MOTHER OF PEARL SHELL BIG BEAR FIGHTER ENGRAVED BY TIM GEOR

Lot #1350 (Sale Order 243 of 345)

Massive Steven Rapp 2015 AKI Damascus & mother of pearl shell big bear fighter engraved by Tim George. this massive custom knife features an 8 - 1/2" Damascus blade marked "STEVEN J. RAPP / UTAH" on the obverse ricasso. Hand rubbed satin finished 416 stainless steel handle with large mother of pearl scales. An integral lanyard loop pierces the pommel. The knife is complete with its scabbard with beautiful scroll engraving by Tim George. A pronounced mother of pearl stud complements the scabbard. The knife exhibits scattered light blemishes with handling wear. Scabbard with equal light finish and blemishes from being handled. CONDITION: Excellent. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 8 - 1/2" Overall Length: 14"

CASTEEL LAVENDER JADE HANDLED BOWIE KNIFE.

Lot #1351 (Sale Order 244 of 345)

An impressive bowie knife crafted by Doug Casteel. The knife features a hand rubbed satin finished clip point blade with a sharpened top edge. Ricasso is marked "CASTEEL". Blade remains bright with scattered light blemishes. Hidden tang construction with hand rubbed satin finished stainless steel crossguard that features a flower design at center. knurled ferrule and pommel that represents a flower. Polished globous pommel cap. Attractive, thick lavender jade grip with one noticeable hairline. The knife is complete with its hand rubbed satin finished scabbard that features a flower decoration on obverse center. Scabbard remains bright with light handling wear. CONDITION: Very good. Blade Length: 10" Overall Length: 15 - 3/4"

JIM SORNBERGER MINIATURE SAN FRANCISCO GOLD QUARTZ DAGGER.

Lot #1352 (Sale Order 245 of 345)

Jim Sornberger miniature San Francisco gold quartz dagger. The knife features a Damascus blade marked "SORNBERGER" on the ricasso. Gold hilt divided into 3 sections that showcase gold quartz inlays on each side. Complete with its silver scabbard that features scroll engravings on each side. Stored in a black zipper case. The knife is very clean overall with with patina and light tarnishing on the reverse and sides of the scabbard. CONDITION: Very good. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 3" Overall Length: 5 - 1/2"

ANTONIO FOGARIZZU CUSTOM PIQUE PEN SHELL & 18KT GOLD LOCKBACK DAGGER.

Lot #1353 (Sale Order 246 of 345)

Antonio Fogarizzu custom pique pen shell and 18k gold lockback dagger with a 3" mirror polished ATS-34 blade. Frame is also crafted of mirror polished 416 stainless steel with pique pen shell and 18k gold embellishments. The dagger is signed by Fogarizzu on the lower edge of the frame. The knife exhibits scattered scratches and other minor handling wear. CONDITION: Very good. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell.

RALPH SELVIDIO "RATTLER" AUTO FOLDER.

Lot #1354 (Sale Order 247 of 345)

Linerlock auto folder crafted by Ralph Selvidio. The knife features a Damascus clip point blade with false top edge. The handle is comprised of carved and fluted Damascus bolsters and walrus ivory scales. Reverse bolster features a sculpted nude woman inlay. Fileworked anodized liner marked "Rattler". Button features a filework and sculpted gold bird. Housed in a plush zipper case. The locking mechanism functions properly. CONDITION: Excellent. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 3 - 1/2" Overall Length: 8 - 1/4"

JOHN W. SMITH WALRUS IVORY AUTO FOLDER.

Lot #1355 (Sale Order 248 of 345)

This auto linerlock was crafted by John W. Smith and features a Damascus blade with sedge engraved and gold inlaid spine. Blade signed "JWS". The handle features Damascus bolsters and skull crusher with gold line inlays. Beautiful walrus ivory scales are held in place by two gold screws on each side. Rocker bar features floral and checkered embellishment along with a gold inlaid border. Mesmerizing fileworked gold liner. The locking mechanism functions properly. Housed in a plush zipper case. CONDITION: Excellent. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 3 - 1/4" Overall Length: 8"

CAS KNIVES FIGHTER DAMASCUS BLADE KNIFE.

Lot #1356 (Sale Order 249 of 345)

An impressive knife crafted by brothers Claudio, Ariel, and Marcelo Sobral who operate CAS Knives. The knife features a Damascus clip point blade with false top edge. Blade is marked "CAS". Tapered tang with hidden construction disguised by lavish blued steel guard and pommel with exquisite curves. Dark burl grip scales. The knife is complete with its tooled brown leather scabbard that is stamped "CAS" on reverse. Housed in a "CAS" badged leather zipper case. Light handling throughout. CONDITION: Excellent. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 10" Overall Length: 15 - 1/2"

CAS KNIVES RANGER BOWIE KNIFE.

Lot #1357 (Sale Order 250 of 345)

Bowie knife crafted by brothers Claudio, Ariel, and Marcelo Sobral who operate CAS Knives. The "Ranger" bowie features a Damascus drop point blade with false top edge. Blade is marked "CAS". Hidden tang construction with blued steel guard that features scrolled gold decorations. Stag grip scales that are secured with six steel pins on each side. Damascus ferrule with knurled spacers. The knife is complete with its tooled brown leather scabbard that is stamped "CAS" on reverse. Housed in a "CAS" badged leather zipper case. Light handling throughout. CONDITION: Excellent. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 10 - 1/4" Overall Length: 15 - 3/4"

WAGNER FACTORE DAMASCUS BOWIE WITH ORNATE HANDLE.

Lot #1358 (Sale Order 251 of 345)

A beautiful bowie knife crafted by Wagner Factore. This knife features a large mosaic Damascus drop point blade. Marked "Factore" on ricasso. Mosaic Damascus crossguard. Hidden tang construction disguised by a lavish dark wood handle that features elegant silver and gold inlays in a mesmerizing pattern. Ferrule is also engraved with elegant pattern with gold inlays. Pommel features a small Damascus skull crusher with ornate silver and gold inlay border. The knife is complete with its tooled brown leather scabbard that is stamped "Factore / Cutelaria Custom" on reverse. Housed in a plush black zipper case. Light handling throughout. CONDITION: Excellent. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 11 - 1/2" Overall Length: 17"

PEDRO FORNARI FULL INTEGRAL TURKISH TWIST DAMASCUS BOWIE KNIFE.

Lot #1359 (Sale Order 252 of 345)

An impressive bowie knife crafted by brothers Pedro Fornari. The knife features a Turkish Twist Damascus clip point blade with false top edge. Blade is marked "P. Fornari" on the ricasso. Short crossguard with shell quillons. Matching Damascus ferrule and pommel. Mammoth ivory grip scales each secured by two pins. The knife is complete with its tooled brown leather scabbard. Housed in a "P. Fornari" marked leather zipper case. Light handling throughout. CONDITION: Excellent. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 10 - 5/8" Overall Length: 16"

DU STURARO FACAS CUSTOM BOWIE KNIFE.

Lot #1360 (Sale Order 253 of 345)

Attractive knife crafted by Du Sturaro Facas that features a mosaic Damascus drop point blade marked "Du Sturaro" in gold on the spine. Blued guard with gold, silver, and coper inlays that exhibit a mosaic pattern. Hidden tang construction with giraffe bone handle. The knife is housed in a black zipper case. Light handling throughout. CONDITION: Excellent. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 9 - 3/4" Overall Length: 15"

OWEN WOOD CUSTOM FOLDER WITH EMBELLISHMENTS.

Lot #1361 (Sale Order 254 of 345)

Owen Wood was one of the founding fathers of the Knifemakers' Guild in Southern Africa and was chairman of the organization for 10 years. His status in the organization is reflected by the quality of his work. This meticulously beautiful custom liner lock dagger features a 4" blade that is crafted of sole authorship multi-bar chevron and explosion Damascus. The bolsters are of wonderfully patterned anodized titanium. Scales are of elegant mother of pearl. Liner lock mechanism functions properly. CONDITION: Excellent. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 4" Overall Length: 9"

BILL TUCH CUSTOM VELOCITY LOCKBACK FOLDER.

Lot #1362 (Sale Order 255 of 345)

Bill Tuch custom "Velocity" lockback folding knife with a 3 - 3/8" fluted two-tone finished hand rubbed Damascus blade. The frame is crafted of fluted hand rubbed satin finished 416 stainless steel. Inside of frame is signed "Tuch". The knife operates using a lockback mechanism that functions properly. Housed in a black plush zipper case. The knife is very clean overall with only light blemishes from handling. CONDITION: Excellent. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 3 - 1/4" Overall Length: 7 - 1/2"

OWEN WOOD CUSTOM FOLDER ENGRAVED BY JULIE WARENSKI.

Lot #1363 (Sale Order 256 of 345)

Owen Wood custom black lip Tahitian pearl shell dagger. The blade is crafted of sole authorship "Flames & Chevron" pattern Damascus and measures approximately 3". The scales are black lip Tahitian pearl shell and compliment the engraved 416 stainless steel bolsters that feature 24k gold inlays. The engraving was executed by master engraver Julie Warenski. The frame is singed "J. WARENSKI" and the interior frame is signed "OWEN WOOD". The knife operates using a linerlock locking mechanism that functions properly. Stored in a black plush flap case. The knife exhibits light handling wear with a few scratches on the scales. CONDITION: Very good. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 2 - 3/4" Overall Length: 6 - 3/4"

C. GRAY TAYLOR CUSTOM 3-BLADE CANDLE END LOBSTER PATTERN SLIP JOINT FOLDER.

Lot #1364 (Sale Order 257 of 345)

An appealing C. Gray Taylor custom three bladed candle end lobster pattern slip joint. A master knife maker of more than 30 years, C. Gray Taylor is one of the most accomplished artisans and one of only 25 makers who participated in the biannual Art Knife Invitational. His work has been featured in magazines and knife publications all over the world. The main blade measures approximately 1 - 3/4" and is marked G. Taylor. All blades are crafted of mirror polished CPM-154 stainless steel. The frame is crafted of 14k gold and features presentation grade antique shell scales with 14k yellow, rose, and green gold inlays. The bolsters are also 14k gold. Engraving was executed by Tim George. The knife operates using a slip joint mechanism that functions properly. Stored in a leatherette case embossed "C GRAY TAYLOR" bordered with scrolls. Clean overall with only minor handling wear. CONDITION: Excellent. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Frank Brownell. Accessories: Case Blade Length: 1 - 1/2" Overall Length: 4 - 3/4"

HARVEY DEAN DAMASCUS BLADE KENNESAW D-GUARD BOWIE KNIFE.

Lot #1365 (Sale Order 258 of 345)

Harvey Dean showcases his diverse style through the blades he produces and is known to have crafted high quality utility knives, hunters, camp knives, fighters, and Bowie knives, such as this example, his Kennesaw D-Guard Bowie. This bowie knife features a sole authorship Damascus blade in a West Texas wind pattern. Ricasso is marked "DEAN" on obverse and "M.S." on reverse. Blade is excellent with only minor blemishes. Matching Damascus D-guard with sterling silver ferrule and sterling silver pommel cap. Both ferrule and pommel are engraved by Steve Dunn. A fine patina compliments the silver. Hidden tang construction with fossilized walrus ivory grip that exhibits a few cracks. The knife is complete with its custom made leather scabbard that was crafted by Paul Long and is stamped as such on reverse. The scabbard remains supple with a few light blemishes. The knife is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity that is signed by Dean. CONDITION: Very good. Blade Length: 11" Overall Length: 15 - 3/4" Paperwork: COA

LARGE D.E. HENRY STAG HANDLE BOWIE KNIFE WITH "OLD GRIZZLEY" ESCUTCHEON.

Lot #1366 (Sale Order 259 of 345)

A large Sheffield style bowie knife that was crafted by renowned maker, D.E. Henry. The knife features a hand rubbed satin finished blade with pronounced clip point and false edge. Obverse ricasso is marked "HENRY" with no number on reverse ricasso. Blade exhibits great finish with scattered light scratches and blemishes. Large oval guard with patina to the silvered finish. Hidden tang construction with large stag grip scales that are secured by four silvered pins on each side. Each scale exhibits an oval escutcheon with the obverse engraved "D.E. Henry" and reverse engraved "Old Grizzley". The grips exhibit scattered handling wear with patina. Seam is noticeable with light separation but the scales remain secure to the knife. The knife is complete with its original black leather scabbard that is simple in construction with no mounts, but features a brass riveted belt loop. The scabbard exhibits scattered blemishes and creasing but remains supple. CONDITION: Very good. Blade Length: 11 - 3/4" Overall Length: 16 - 3/4"

MICHAEL COLLINS "ENTEBBE" BOWIE KNIFE WITH ENGRAVED AND SCRIMSHAWED HANDLE.

Lot #1367 (Sale Order 260 of 345)

An attractive bowie knife by Michael Collins that commemorates the Entebbe Raid, an Israeli counter-terrorist mission in Uganda that was launched as a result of the hijacking of Air France Flight 139. The knife features a mirror polished clip point blade. The obverse ricasso is marked "M. Collins" and the reverse is decorated with a Magen David. The knife features a thick crossguard with engraving and the reverse exhibits the word "THUNDERBOLT" for the codename of the Entebbe Raid, Operation Thunderbolt. The handle exhibits engraved Jewish motifs on the ferrule, pommel, and tang. The tang features engraved phrases on each side including "We will not negotiate with terrorists" and "Entebbe, Uganda 1976". The coffin handle features ivory scales and each side is decorated with motifs regarding the raid, as the obverse features a map of the Middle East and the reverse features a scene from the raid. The knife is housed in a leather scabbard with engraved silver mounts. The mounts exhibit scattered blemishes and a pleasing patina. The knife is very clean overall with a bright blade that exhibits light blemishes with minor handling wear to the handle. CONDITION: Very good. Accessories: Display Case Blade Length: 10" Overall Length: 14 - 1/2"

D.E. HENRY CUSTOM BOWIE KNIFE WITH CAPTIVATING ABALONE GRIPS.

Lot #1368 (Sale Order 261 of 345)

An attractive custom bowie knife by renowned maker, D.E. Henry. This example features a hand rubbed, satin finished blade marked "HENRY" on obverse ricasso. Henry was one of the first makers to number his knives and this one is numbered "7" on the reverse ricasso. The blade remains bright with its original finish. Hidden tang construction with thick diamond and triangle abalone inlays on the handle. Stainless ferrule and full border around the grip. Handle exhibits scattered light handling wear. Knife is complete with stainless scabbard that features a round stud. The scabbard exhibits blemishes from handling. CONDITION: Very good. Blade Length: 6 - 1/2" Overall Length: 11"

H.H. FRANK CUSTOM ENGRAVED IVORY AUTOMATIC DAGGER.

Lot #1369 (Sale Order 262 of 345)

Heinrich "Henry" Frank only makes 6-8 knives a year and as a result his knives are seldom encountered despite being highly sought after. This automatic dagger features a French Grey blade that is heavily engraved with gold wash embellishments on each side. Obverse side is marked "H.H. FRANK / DALLAS-OR" and the reverse is dated "AUG-7-2007". The handle has engraved gold bolsters with integral liners and ivory grip scales. The grip scales feature an engraved gold escutcheon on obverse and blank escutcheon on reverse. Scales are secured by gold pins and there is an engraved gold toothpick in the butt. Locking mechanism functions and operates smoothly. An excellent example of Frank's work in the form of this custom knife. CONDITION: Excellent. Blade Length: 3 - 1/2" Overall Length: 8"

H.H. FRANK CUSTOM ENGRAVED GOLD AND IVORY FOLDER.

Lot #1370 (Sale Order 263 of 345)

Heinrich "Henry" Frank only makes 6-8 knives a year and as a result his knives are seldom encountered despite being highly sought after. This ornate folder features gold blades that are heavily engraved with elegant scrollwork on each side. Larger blade is marked "H.H. FRANK" on obverse side and "SEAL ROCK-OR" on reverse side. Smaller blade is dated "FEB.3.1998". The handle has engraved gold bolsters with integral liners and ivory grip scales. The grip scales feature an engraved gold escutcheon on obverse and blank escutcheon on reverse. Scales are secured by gold pins. Locking mechanism functions and operates smoothly. An excellent example of Frank's work in the form of this custom folder. CONDITION: Excellent. Blade Length: 1 - 1/2" Overall Length: 4 - 1/2"

RON LAKE CUSTOM GOLD ENGRAVED FOLDER WITH EXOTIC SCALES.

Lot #1371 (Sale Order 264 of 345)

A beautiful tail lock folding knife crafted by Ron Lake. Mirror finish blade with nail nick assist marked "LAKE" on obverse ricasso and "Au" on reverse ricasso. Gold frame marked "RES" with high art engraving on each side. Exotic inlays complement the frame. A gold lanyard loop is in place just below the tail lock. The locking mechanism functions properly. An excellent example with only minor handling impressions. CONDITION: Excellent. Blade Length: 2" Overall Length: 4 - 1/2"

LOT OF 2: TOMMY OVEREYNDER CUSTOM FOLDING KNIVES.

Lot #1372 (Sale Order 265 of 345)

Lot consists of: (A) Folding knife with drop point blade and nail nick assist that exhibits mirror polish on both blade and frame. Blade is marked "T.R. OVEREYNDER / KNIVES / ARLINGTON, TX. / 006". Ricasso is marked "BG-42". Frame exhibits beautiful equestrian scenes on pearl shell. Lockback mechanism functions properly. A very attractive folder with only minor handling impressions and a few scratches. CONDITION: Very good. (B) An interesting folding knife with a "swing" lock mechanism. The knife features a drop point blade with decorative spine that is marked "TRO / KNIVES / ARLINGTON, TX" on obverse ricasso and numbered "002 / 1984" on reverse ricasso. Blade and frame both exhibit a mirror finish with exotic inlays that highlight the frame. Locking mechanism functions properly. A very attractive folder with only minor handling impressions and wear from opening. CONDITION: Very good. Blade Length: (A) 2 - 3/4" (B) 2 - 1/8" Overall Length: (A) 6 - 1/2" (B) 5 - 3/4"

(A) PRUSSIAN MODEL 1740 /1773 FLINTLOCK MUSKET.

Lot #1373 (Sale Order 266 of 345)

For another example, see plate 65.MM on page 115 of "Battle Weapons of the American Revolution" by George C. Neumann. Of standard configuration with round barrel and bayonet lug mounted on bottom. The banana lockplate has beveled edges and is marked "POTSDAMMAGAZ" in the center and "DSE" on the bevel below center of lockplate. This denotes that the musket was made under David Splitgerber at the Potsdam Arsenal. The brass furniture is faceted. The oval wrist escutcheon is inscribed "FR" for Frederick Rex(Frederick the Great (1740-1786)). The stock is of classic 18th century German form with a distinct buttstock of cows hoof form. Replaced iron ramrod. CONDITION: Barrel retains a brown patina, some corrosion at breech. lock markings good. Lock is in its original flintlock configuration and functions well, retains a grey patina. Stock shows scattered marks and bruises. Front triggerguard tang has screwhole with no corresponding hole in stock. Barrel Length: 41" Caliber/Bore: .78 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Potsdam Magaz Model: 1740/1773 Serial Number: NSN

REVOLUTIONARY WAR BRITISH HORSEMAN'S SABER WITH "GR" AND GILL MARKED BLADE.

Lot #1374 (Sale Order 267 of 345)

Another identical sword of this pattern is located in the Society of the Cincinnati Museum in Washington, DC (The American Revolution Institute) and is identified to General Washington's Aide in the Revolutionary War, Anthony Walton White (1750 - 1803). A letter from the Museum Collections Manager there and many detailed color photographs and a description of the sword are included. Long slightly curved blade with wide shallow fuller on both sides and terminating in a clip-point. Both sides marked in fuller with crown over stylized "GR", top of blade marked "T. GILL" on spine for maker Thomas Gill. Iron four-slot guard with faceted domed pommel cap with integral turned capstan. Wood grip is original and was once wrapped with leather. CONDITION: Blade retains a grey patina, some battle nicks to cutting edge. Hilt retains a pleasing dark grey patina, minor period repair on right side of guard, just below quillon. Hilt tight to blade, original red wool washers still present at top of blade. Grip shows wear and marks from use. A very nice and rare example of this pattern. Blade Length: 35 - 1/2" Overall Length: 42 - 1/2" Paperwork: Information

HISTORIC ENGRAVED POWDER HORN OF JOHANN CHRISTIAN SCHELL DATED 1760.

Lot #1375 (Sale Order 268 of 345)

Johann Christian Schell, owner of the of the land and fort of the famed Battle of Schell's Bush, lived from 1731 until 1782. It is documented that in 1749 he emigrated from Germany and his ship, the "Isaac" came into Philadelphia. He has an extensive history in the Mohawk Valley beginning in the mid-1750's. His WikiTree profile goes into great detail about his extensive family history and defense of the area during the Revolutionary War. One excerpt reads: "in Tryon county...in January, 1776, the appearance of loyalist soldiers became threatening, General Herkimer ordered out all the militia. They were paraded on the ice on the Mohawk river. Amongst them in active service, were John Schell and Christian Schell, Jr. John Christian Schell, of an independent character and having ample means, built one of these forts upon his farm for himself and family, and he laid in a supply of arms and ammunition." Ultimately, Schell was killed defending family and homestead against Tories and Indians in July 1782. His farming efforts also provided food for American Patriots during the war. The horn itself measures about 13-1/2" across the bow. The spout section is elaborate and features a faceted ring. The main body is engraved around the top "JOHAN CHRIST SCHEL SEIN HORN", "sein" translates to "his" in German. It is also inscribed with the date 1760. Engraved designs include a family crest, a buck, folky florals and farm animals, a man smoking a pipe, wearing a crown and handing off a folded document. At the base, the horn still retains its original flange with two holes for strap attachment. Original wood plug with original brass tack decoration. CONDITION: Horn retains a honey patina and shows some carry wear. One hole from insect damage just above base. An untouched and very important powder horn with incredible history. Complete with a printout of details of the battle and family history of his eventful time in the Mohawk Valley.

(A) BUCKS COUNTY FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE ATTRIBUTED TO JOHN SHULER.

Lot #1376 (Sale Order 269 of 345)

Circa 1790 - 1800, displaying classic Bucks County, Pennsylvania carving, form, and features throughout. The propeller on the patchbox lid is indicative of the work of John Shuler rifles, as this design is found on his signed guns. Full octagon barrel. Germanic lockplate. Brass furniture includes an engraved side-opening patchbox, Bucks County trigger guard terminating in thumbnail designs at both ends and a sideplate terminating in the back with a ball. Buttplate tang also terminates in a thumbnail. Figured tiger maple stock of classic Bucks County form and extensively carved with incised scrolls in the Shuler style throughout, with some areas of relief carving. Trigger with dramatic rearward curl that is found on most Bucks rifles. CONDITION: Barrel has been stretched about 10" at the breech which corresponds with the 11" of replaced forend at the muzzle. Lock is a reconversion and sideplate is a modern replacement. Stock shows scattered marls from use and signs of age. A very attractive classic Golden Age Bucks County rifle. Barrel Length: 42 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .60 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Attributed to John Shuler Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) FINE FRENCH FLINTLOCK OFFICER'S FUSIL BY JOSEPH DUMAREST, WITH BAYONET

Lot #1377 (Sale Order 270 of 345)

This fine French officer's fusil was probably made circa 1774. Joseph Dumarest worked in St. Etienne, in close proximity to St. Etienne arsenal. This fine officer's fusil features a round barrel decorated with the French crest at the breech and engraved "COULAUX A HUNINGUE" along the top. The tang is stamped "I B". The 1774 style lock is flat with a convex tail section and a reinforced convex cock; center inscribed "Joseph / Dumarest". The steel mounts are in the military style with the addition of nicely executed fleur-de-lis finials on trigger guard front tang, buttplate tang, and back of the sideplate. There is a 1763 style ramrod sleeve between the muzzle band and center band. The walnut stock of French form is carved with relief panels around lock and sideplate that terminate in teardrops. Relief fleur-de-lis carved around barrel tang. Complete with its original steel ramrod and 1774 type socket shield bayonet. Later leather muzzle cover included. CONDITION: Very good, all steel components polished bright in the European manner. Some wear to barrel inscription, traces of gilt. Lock is in its original flintlock configuration and functions well. Stock shows scattered bruises and storage marks, crack on right side just behind center barrel band. Accessories: Bayonet, Leather muzzle cover Barrel Length: 40" Caliber/Bore: .70 Smootbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Joseph Dumarest Model: Flintlock Serial Number: NSN

(A) INCISE CARVED FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE SIGNED J. GRAEFF, EX. JOE KINDIG JR. COLLECTION

Lot #1378 (Sale Order 271 of 345)

This rifle's buttstock is pictured on page 182 as number 341 in "Patchboxes & Barrel Marks" by Roy F. Chandler. Octagon barrel signed "J. Graeff" in script on top flat, barrel has swamped muzzle. Germanic lock with roller frizzen. Brass furniture including engraved four-piece patchbox and wide buttplate measuring 2". This rifle is a period restock using early parts of a Graeff rifle including the barrel, patchbox, sideplate and buttplate. The carving, forend lacking any molding, and the style of unprofessional style of lock inletting suggests the rifle is a restock using earlier components. The trigger guard is also later and the ramrod ferrules do not match, the rearmost ferrule round rather than faceted. The incised c-scroll carving on the plain maple or cherry stock is also not in the style of Graeff's carving. CONDITION: As found and untouched except for the replaced tang on the rearmost ramrod ferrule. Barrel retains a heavy dark patina, lock is in its original flintlock configuration and retains a dark patina. Brass has a dark mustard patina, Stock is dark with scattered marks from use and signs of age. PROVENANCE: Ex. Joe Kindig, Jr. Collection, Don Hamilton (Little Rock, Arkansas). Barrel Length: 45" Caliber/Bore: .62 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Barrel signed J. Graeff Model: Kentucky Rifle Paperwork: Information Serial Number: NSN

(A) RELIEF CARVED LANCASTER PENNSYLVANIA FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE.

Lot #1379 (Sale Order 272 of 345)

Deeply rifled octagon barrel. Early English lock with convex faces and engraved scrolls. Scalloped frizzen spring and unbridled pan. The brass Lancaster style furniture includes an engraved 4-piece patchbox with classic Lancaster daisy finial and a convex lid. Full length partially figured tiger maple stock carved with classic Lancaster County c-scolls in relief on left side of buttstock. There are relief designs in front of cheekpiece. CONDITION: Barrel retains a brown patina, touchhole appears re-bushed. Lock retains a brown patina and is in its original flintlock configuration, half of cock screw is absent and was broken off long ago. Brass retains a mustard patina. Stock very good with some scattered marks from use and age cracks. Barrel Length: 44" Caliber/Bore: .54 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Unsigned Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) RELIEF CARVED FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE BY HENRY LECHLER.

Lot #1380 (Sale Order 273 of 345)

Henry Lechler was working as a gunsmith in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, prior to 1797. This is one of the earliest known surviving Lechler rifles and was clearly made in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and displays many similarities related to Jacob Dickert. Joe Kindig, Jr. stated "I find Henry Lechler to be a very fine and interesting workman". Later in his life, Lechler relocated to Carlisle, Pennsylvania. He was last recorded in 1850 in the US Census in Carlisle, Pennsylvania where he was still listed as a gunsmith. This is probably the finest example of his work. The long, deeply rifled, octagon barrel features a brass front sight and a notched rear sight. It is inscribed with a partially visible signature where only an L and parts of other letter are indistinct and partially visible. The muzzle is also decorated with a ring of punched circles. The rifle has a curled trigger and a flat lockplate with beveled edges and a molded tail, center marked "T / KETLAND / & Co". The brass mounts are all unique to Lechler's shop. The rifle has a classic four piece patchbox with an engraved Lancaster daisy finial and the outer edges are engraved with scrolls. There is a silver convex wrist escutcheon with vacant inscription, as well as an eight point star above the cheekpiece. Sideplate and trigger guard are in the early Lancaster style and have beveled edges and faceted faces. Patchbox release is rectangular and located on the toeplate. There is a brass toeplate extension all the way to the trigger guard tang and engraved with vines. Full length stock of highly figured maple with classic, early Lancaster County form and a long, relief cheekpiece. There are incised scrolls on the right side of the wrist and relief foliate scrolls with incised accents on the opposite side. There are large, finely executed, relief 'C' scrolls with incised accents in the classic Lancaster style behind the cheekpiece on the left side. Surviving examples of Henry Lechler's work are extremely rare and examples made in Lancaster County are even more rare. CONDITION: Barrel retains a grey patina with scattered areas of pitting. Lock is in its original flintlock configuration but is a replacement. Lock functions properly. Brass retains a mellowing mustard patina with some scattered marks from use. Lid shows a couple minor dents. Stock is very good and shows a minor very well blended and undetectable restoration to the last couple inches of forend. Some slivers replaced around lock. There are some scattered age cracks and marks from use. Complete with an old wooden ramrod. A very attractive, early, relief carved Lancaster County rifle by a rare maker. Barrel Length: 45 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .54 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Henry Lechler Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) HISTORIC JENNINGS PATENT 5-SHOT REPEATING FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY PISTOL BY J.M. CASWELL OF NEW YORK.

Lot #1381 (Sale Order 274 of 345)

Among the earliest of American repeating arms designs, Isiah Jennings patented a multi-shot flintlock in 1821, a refinement of the earlier Revolutionary War Era Belton design. Using the superposed loads, the lock is moved rearward with each shot, firing them sequentially one by one. Partnered with Reuben Ellis, Jennings' design was produced in limited numbers for martial trials by Robert and J. D. Johnson of Connecticut. Although not put into full military service, it marks an important step in the eventual adoption of repeating arms by the US military. This highly unusual and extremely attractive use of the Jennings patent is adapted into a distinctly American Kentucky pistol, likely the only repeating Kentucky pistol of this type. The lock is signed "J.M. CASWELL / LANSINGBURGH" for John Caswell of New York. Caswell's shop is regarded as perhaps the most important in Upstate New York during the 1820s and 30s, known for their half stock Kentucky rifles. Gluckman notes, among other interesting arms produced by Caswell, a "4-shot Ellis-type repeating flintlock pistol", likely referring to this 5-shot pistol or another of the same design (See American Arms Makers p. 32). The lock is attractively embellished with decorative engraving on the plate and cock, and is also fitted with an autoprimer which dispenses a charge of powder into the pan each time it is cocked. Each of the 5 touch holes are fitted with a swinging covers, protecting them from premature discharge and acting as stops for the lock as it is advanced rearward. Lock and action are finished in blue, as is the octagon barrel. Like other Jennings patent firearms, this example is .44 caliber with a smooth bore. The octagon barrel is fitted with a small drift adjustable blade front sight, the raised tang screw appearing to act as the rear sight channel. Pistol is stocked in tiger maple with a saw handle grip, steel grip cap, and lightly engraved steel trigger guard which also forms the rear ram rod ferrule. The hickory rod appears to be original and is fitted with a threaded brass head and decorative bone tip. PROVENANCE: This exemplary piece of American ingenuity and craftsmanship was previously owned by renowned dealer and collector Eric Vaule until its sale in 1996 to another unnamed collector. CONDITION: Pistol remains in a fine state of preservation. The lock and action retain strong traces of thinning original blue, especially in protected areas, the balance drifting to a pleasant, honest gray patina. Barrel likewise displays original blue along the wood line with an overall attractive mild browned patina. Stock is also fine with some scattered nicks and impressions expected on a piece of this vintage. Bore is largely clean with only light abrasion. Action remarkably appears to function correctly, a testament to its design. An outstanding and very possibly unique specimen. This extraordinary offering would make a fine addition to a distinguished arms collection or museum. Barrel Length: 12" Caliber/Bore: .44 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Unsigned Model: Jennings Patent Pistol Paperwork: Information Serial Number: NSN

(A) STEMBRIDGE STUDIO MARKED FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE USED IN MAN OF CONQUEST AND FIGHTING KENTUCKIA

Lot #1382 (Sale Order 275 of 345)

This rifle comes with a studio still featuring Richard Dix holding this very rifle. Dix starred in 101 films from the silent era in 1917 through 1947. The still is from the movie Man of Conquest, which was released by Republic Pictures in 1939, one of their first feature non B grade movies. It was a biopic about the life of Sam Houston, who is portrayed by Dix. This film also featured Joan Fontaine and Gabby Hayes. It is said to have been used in numerous pictures including "The Fighting Kentuckian" which featured John Wayne and Oliver Hardy. Stembridge was a prop weapons company supplying the US movie and television industry from about 1920 through 2007. During its lifetime, nearly every American movie or television set was supplied by Stembridge for their firearms needs. The left side of barrel has their large "S" stamp with inventory number 510. This full stock Kentucky style rifle was originally built by Edward Melcher of Baltimore between 1868-1874 and the maker legend is on top of barrel. Originally built as a percussion rifle, it was altered to flintlock, at least for this movie, which is set in pre-Alamo Texas of the 1830s. The gun features a full octagon barrel, dovetailed rear sight, missing front sight, double set triggers, wood rod, and full length striped maple stock with checkered wrist. Features iron hardware with brass furniture to include this distinctive patch box which is clearly seen in the movie still included. CONDITION: Good. Hammer will not stay cocked. All iron is now patina. Brass has been cleaned. The stock shows some use with scattered dents and chipping but solid. While this rifle was used in this motion picture, it would be fun to watch for it in other movies of this ilk during that time frame. Barrel Length: 36 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .36 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Melchior Model: Kentucky Rifle Paperwork: Framed Movie Still Serial Number: NSN

(A) RELIEF CARVED FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE ATTRIBUTED TO FREDERICK SELL, EX KINDIG.

Lot #1383 (Sale Order 276 of 345)

This rifle is clearly the unsigned work of maker Frederick Sell from York County, Pennsylvania. He worked between about 1790 and 1815. He later settled in Littlestown. This rifle features an octagon barrel with engraved notched rear sight and a brass front sight. The lock is Germanic in style. The brass furniture includes an engraved 4-piece patchbox, an engraved sideplate, and an engraved toeplate. The partially figured tiger maple stock has classic Frederick Sell relief scrolls behind the cheekpiece, in front of the cheekpiece, and around the wrist. There is also a relief-carved gadrooned apron around the barrel tang. Ramrod is an old replacement. CONDITION: Barrel retains a brown patina. Lock retains a heavy brown patina with some pitting in center. Lock appears to be in its original flintlock configuration. Brass has a nice mustard patina. Stock shows scattered marks from use and bruises. Some wood missing above front of lock and a small piece replaced at the toe of buttstock. A nice Kentucky rifle by a very desirable maker. PROVENENCE: This rifle is accompanied by a handwritten note from Joe Kindig, Jr. on his letterhead detailing the Frederick Sell rifle and the circumstances under which it was given. The note, dated 1970 and signed by Kindig, states that this rifle was given to Don Vaughn for catching the man who stole several of his rifles. In return, Don was given the opportunity to choose any gun to have at no cost. The note is framed. The rifle was then sold to Bruce Moyer and in 2002, was purchased by James C. Sorber for $10,500. After that, on January 6, 2006 it was sold as lot 385 at Pook and Pook Auctions. Barrel Length: 42" Caliber/Bore: .65 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Frederick Sell Attributed Model: Kentucky Rifle Paperwork: Provenance Serial Number: NSN

(A) JOHN MOLL JR. ALLENTOWN SIGNED FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE, EX. JOE KINDIG JR. COLLECTION.

Lot #1384 (Sale Order 277 of 345)

Octagon barrel inscribed "John Moll jr Allentown" on top flat. Lock marked "A. PARRISH / PHILADA" in center and features a roller frizzen. The brass furniture includes an engraved 2-piece patchbox with fleur-de-lis finial and thin brass wire skirts decorated with black ebonizing between skirts and lid. Toeplate in the shape of a liberty cap. Silver barrel pin escutcheons. Elongated oval saddle wear plate engraved with foliate motifs. Classic Lehigh sideplate terminating with an arrow finial. Left side of buttstock decorated with silver star inlays surrounded by brass wire inlay and ebonizing within. Tiger maple stock of classic Lehigh form with great tight stripes. Ramrod appears original. CONDITION: Untouched. Barrel retains a pleasing brown patina. Lock retains a brown patina and is in its original flintlock configuration. Brass and silver have dark patinas. Stock shows much of its original finish. Each side of forend has a sliver missing along barrel, broken off long ago. Generous amounts of ebonizing remain. A nice signed Lehigh rifle. PROVENANCE: Ex. Joe Kindig, Jr. Collection. Barrel Length: 43" Caliber/Bore: .54 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: J. Moll Jr. Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) RELIEF CARVED BERKS COUNTY FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE.

Lot #1385 (Sale Order 278 of 345)

With classic Berks County architecture, attributes, carving and patchbox. Deeply rifled octagon barrel. The Germanic lock features a roller frizzen. The brass furniture includes a 4-piece patchbox. Tiger maple stock is of Roman nose form with relief carved c-scrolls on left side of buttstock. Relief panels around lock, sideplate, and ramrod entry ferrule. Wrist carving partially obscured by a well-done brass wrist repair done during its period of use. This rifle is of the style and has the carving attributed to maker Wolfgang Haga. CONDITION: Rifle is unaltered and shows no restoration. Barrel retains a dark brown patina. Lock has a dark patina and is in its original flintlock configuration. Brass retains a dark mustard patina with areas of old burgundy colored polish in some areas. Stock shows scattered signs of age and use. A very attractive, unaltered, completely original Golden Age rifle. Barrel Length: 42" Caliber/Bore: .50 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Unsigned Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) UNTOUCHED JOHN MEALS SIGNED RELIEF CARVED FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE.

Lot #1386 (Sale Order 279 of 345)

John Meals lived between 1789 and 1852. He is listed in 1820 U.S. census as rifle maker in Menallen in Adams County, Pennsylvania. The details describe his business as having 6 workers. He is listed again just before his death in the 1850 census as a gunsmith. The rifles octagon barrel is signed "John Meals" in script on the top flat. The lock is stamped "I. / HOLLAND" in the center and has been converted to percussion using the original flintlock cock with a percussion hammer welded in the jaws. The rifle has double set triggers. The brass furniture includes a large and profusely inlaid four-piece patchbox five piercings. The ramrod entry ferrule expands into an integral engraved saddle wear plate extending all the way around the trigger guard bow in the front. The sideplate is also engraved with scrolls and borders. Engraved silver star inlaid above cheekpiece and a silver oval wrist escutcheon with vacant inscription. Tiger maple stock with distinct relief carved c-scrolls on left side of buttstock and a molded half circle with gadrooning below cheekpiece. CONDITION: As found and untouched throughout. Barrel retains a dark brown patina, signature excellent. Lock retains a dark patina. Brass retains a very dark mustard patina. Stock shows scattered cracks, chips, marks from use and signs of age. Carving is crisp. Complete with its original ramrod. Barrel Length: 39 - 3/8" Caliber/Bore: .58 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: John Meals Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) GOLDEN AGE RELIEF CARVED FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE SIGNED N. BEYER.

Lot #1387 (Sale Order 280 of 345)

Nicholas Beyer worked in Anneville Township which is now Lebanon County, Pennsylvania, from just after the Revolutionary War until at least 1815. Octagon barrel inscribed with large "N Beyer". Imported English lock with markings no longer visible. The brass furniture includes an engraved 4-piece patchbox with pierced pelican finial. Highly figured tiger maple stock with extensive relief and incised c-scrolls on left side of butt and around barrel tang and vacant silver oval-shaped wrist escutcheon. Complete with its original rope-burned wood ramrod. CONDITION: Barrel retains a mostly grey patina with some light surface rust. Lock is a replacement. Stock very good with scattered marks from use and a couple slivers replaced around lock. Brass retains a mellow mustard patina. Barrel Length: 43" Caliber/Bore: .46 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Nicholas Beyer Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) EARLY LEHIGH FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE WITH WOOD PATCHBOX.

Lot #1388 (Sale Order 281 of 345)

Of classic early Northampton County form with an octagon barrel and swamped muzzle. Flat lockplate with beveled edges, of Germanic style. Brass Lehigh furniture. Figured tiger maple stock of early and slender Northampton County form showing some Bucks County features including the deep grooves on both sides from in front of lock and sideplate to just above ramrod entry ferrule. Carved with fleur-de-lis motifs behind lock, sideplate, and behind barrel tang. Carved with incised c-scrolls behind cheekpiece and around barrel tang. Replaced sliding wood patchbox. Open-ended nosecap and extended ferrule tang. CONDITION: Barrel retains a brown patina with some scattered pitting, heavier at breech. Lock appears to be in its original flintlock configuration, but has been cleaned and refinished. Brass retains a mellow patina. Some small slivers replaced around lock, around pins and along forend. Appropriate period ramrod. Barrel Length: 44 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .54 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Unsigned Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) RELIEF CARVED FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE SIGNED DANIEL MEYLAN.

Lot #1389 (Sale Order 282 of 345)

Rifled octagon barrel inscribed in rocker-panel engraving "+ Dan'l Meylan +" on top flat. Blacksmith-made lockplate with molding at tail. Double set triggers. The brass furniture includes an engraved 4-piece patchbox with 5 piercings. Sideplate also engraved with rocker-panel scrolls. Engraved silver star and oval wrist escutcheon with vacant inscription. The highly figured tiger maple stock is of Berks County form with Roman nose architecture. Unusual relief carved scrolls on left side of buttstock. CONDITION: Barrel retains a grey patina with yellowed lacquer over it. Lock appears to be a good professional reconversion. Brass retains a dark mustard patina. Silver has a mustard patina due to coat of old yellowed lacquer. Stock shows scattered cracks, marks from use and signs of age. Rope burn decorated ramrod appears to be its original. Barrel Length: 42 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .52 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Daniel Meylan Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) RELIEF CARVED SOUTHERN FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE SIGNED "A.N. JACKSON".

Lot #1390 (Sale Order 283 of 345)

This rifle has a rifled octagon barrel inscribed "A. N: Jackson" on the top flat. The unmarked lockplate flat. Brass furniture including a four-piece patchbox and sideplate with raised ovals with checkering. Highly striped tiger maple stock with relief carved scrolls on left side of buttstock. Complete with a later single-cavity bullet mold and some lead balls. CONDITION: Barrel retains a pleasing brown patina, some pitting towards breech. It appears that the rifle was being used later and has a rebushed touchhole, replaced frizzen spring screw, and sleeved frizzen. Brass retains a light mustard patina. Stock shows scattered marks from use and a thin sliver replaced on left side of forend, towards muzzle. A very attractive rifle. Accessories: Mold Barrel Length: 44" Caliber/Bore: .40 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: A.N. Jackson Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) INCISE CARVED FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE SIGNED "JK" WITH 25 SILVER INLAYS

Lot #1391 (Sale Order 284 of 345)

This highly decorated Upper Susquehanna rifle is signed "*J*K*" in script on top flat of its heavy octagon barrel with hooked breech. The lockplate is stamped "G WRIGHT". Double set triggers. Engraved four-piece patchbox with 12 piercings and toeplate with 3 piercings. Shaped brass wearplate between triggerguard and ramrod entry ferrule. Brass cheekpiece inlay and pierced brass inlay below cheekpiece. There are 25 silver inlays throughout with rocker-panel engraved borders. The tiger maple stock has tight grain and is carved with incised scrolls on left side of buttstock. CONDITION: Shortened during its period of use. Barrel retains a mostly brown patina. Lock has an applied finish and is a reconversion. Brass retains a mustard patina, silver inlays polished bright. Stock shows scattered marks from use, and a crack at toe. A very decorative and attractive Kentucky Rifle. Barrel Length: 38 - 1/8" Caliber/Bore: .54 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: JK Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) RELIEF CARVED BERKS COUNTY FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE, EX. JOE KINDIG JR.

Lot #1392 (Sale Order 285 of 345)

With classic Berks County architecture, attributes, carving, and patchbox. Deeply rifled octagon barrel. The lock is a French lock and is inscribed "Charleville" in the center. The Berks County brass furniture includes a 4-piece patchbox. The three silver inlays include a teardrop on the toe, a vacant silver oval on wrist and star above cheekpiece. Tiger maple stock of Roman nose form with relief carved c-scrolls on left side of buttstock. Relief panels around lock, sideplate, and ramrod entry ferrule. Relief scrolls around barrel tang and partially visible behind ramrod entry ferrule. This rifle is of the style and has the carving that has been attributed to Wolfgang Haga. CONDITION: Barrel retains a dark brown patina. Lock has a dark pitted patina except for altered front tang and is in its original flintlock configuration. Lock is a replacement. Brass retains a mustard patina. Stock shows scattered signs of age and use. Some slivers replaced around lock. Ramrod about 5" short. Barrel Length: 42" Caliber/Bore: .46 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Unsigned Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) INCISE CARVED AND SILVER INLAID SAMUEL DRIESBACH FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE.

Lot #1393 (Sale Order 286 of 345)

Attributed to Samuel Driesbach, Upper Susquehanna School, Pennsylvania. Heavy deeply rifled octagon barrel with partially visible signature on top flat, at breech "S * Dr -------". Lock features a roller frizzen and is stamped "LANE & READ / BOSTON" in the center. Brass furniture includes large patchbox with 7 piercings and an engraved lid. Vacant silver oval wrist escutcheon, cheekpiece inlay, and engraved silver star above cheekpiece surrounded by two silver hearts. Figured tiger maple stock with incised c-scrolls with feathering behind cheekpiece. CONDITION: Barrel retains a brown patina with wear to signature, which has at some time been cleaned and now retains a light grey patina. Touch-hole appears to be period rebushing. Lock retains a brown patina and is in its original flintlock configuration. Brass retains a mustard patina, small section of front of sideplate has been replaced. Stock shows scattered signs of age and wear, one old piece of wood replaced above front of lock. Ramrod appears to be original. Barrel Length: 43 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .48 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Driesbach Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) JOHN MOLL JR. SIGNED KENTUCKY RIFLE.

Lot #1394 (Sale Order 287 of 345)

Octagon barrel inscribed "John Moll jr" on top flat. Lock marked "COOPER / WARRANTED" in center. The brass furniture includes an engraved 2-piece patchbox with thin brass wire skirts decorated with black ebonizing between skirts and lid. Toeplate terminating in an acorn shape with a small silver heart inlaid in front of it. Octagonal silver barrel pin escutcheons. Long saddle wear plate engraved with foliate motifs extends between triggerguard and ramrod entry ferrule. Classic Lehigh sideplate terminating with an arrow finial. Left side of buttstock decorated with silver inlays, brass wire inlay and areas of ebonizing. Tiger maple stock of Lehigh form. Ramrod a modern replacement. CONDITION: Barrel browned and has been stretched about 12", corresponding with the forend restoration of the same length. Lock is a reconversion and retains a light brown and grey surface. Brass retains a dark mustard patina. Stock has generous amounts of original finish and ebonizing. Stock shows scattered cracks, bruises and signs of age and use. A nice signed Lehigh rifle. Barrel Length: 43" Caliber/Bore: .54 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: J. Moll Jr. Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) RESTOCKED GEORGE SHROYER FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE.

Lot #1395 (Sale Order 288 of 345)

This rifle is beautifully aged and was accurately restocked by master gunsmith and builder Carl Pippert. His work is so good that the Bladensburg, Pennsylvania, school of gunmakers was a designation used for his work. Rifles made by him are very scarce and desirable. This rifle has an octagon barrel signed "G. Schroyer". The Germanic lock is a replacement also made by Carl Pippert. All of the brass furniture appears to be originally from the signed rifle, including the engraved 4-piece patchbox. The tiger maple stock is an exact and accurate copy of another with identical furniture and features. CONDITION: Very good as restored with homogenous aged appearance. Barrel Length: 40" Caliber/Bore: .44 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Shroyer Model: Kentucky Rifle Paperwork: Provenance Serial Number: NSN

(A) CONTEMPORARY BUCKS COUNTY FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE BY BILL LUCKENBILL.

Lot #1396 (Sale Order 289 of 345)

A beautiful and accurate contemporary Bucks County, Pennsylvania rifle in the style of John Schuler. Rifled two-stage barrel signed on top flat "R * Luckenbill" in script. Germanic style lock, platinum touchhole. Curled trigger, brass Bucks County furniture including a side-opening engraved patchbox lid. Thumbnail designs on trigger guard and ball finial on sideplate. Finely figured tiger maple stock with classic incised Bucks County scrolls on left side of butt and around lock, sideplate, barrel tang, and forend. CONDITION: Excellent, showing little or no use. Barrel Length: 43 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .50 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Bill Luckenbill Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: 233

(A) FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY PISTOL SIGNED CML.

Lot #1397 (Sale Order 290 of 345)

Two-stage barrel marked "C.M.L." on top flat. Flat banana lockplate with beveled edges and molding at tail. Curled trigger. The brass furniture includes a relief grotesque mask pommel cap. Plain walnut stock with relief carved scrolls around barrel tang and relief panels around lock and sideplate. Old wood ramrod. CONDITION: Barrel retains a brown patina and has some light pitting. Lock is a good professional reconversion. Brass retains a pleasing mustard patina. Stock shows scattered marks from use, minor age cracks, and some replaced pieces along forend and around pins. An attractive pistol. Barrel Length: 9 - 7/8" Caliber/Bore: .65 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: CML Model: Kentucky Pistol Serial Number: NSN

(A) FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY PISTOL.

Lot #1398 (Sale Order 291 of 345)

Two-stage barrel with rings around muzzle. Handmade Germanic style lock. Brass furniture including Peter Berry style sideplate, engraved trigger guard, and engraved pommel cap. Plain maple stock with relief carved arrows being lock, sideplate and barrel tang. CONDITION: Barrel and lock cleaned, some light pitting and applied finishes. Brass retains a mustard patina, sideplate darker. Stock shows scattered marls from use and wear. Barrel Length: 9" Caliber/Bore: .54 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Berry Model: Kentucky Pistol Serial Number: NSN

(A) INCISE CARVED MELCHIOR FORDNEY SIGNED FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE.

Lot #1399 (Sale Order 292 of 345)

First half of the 19th century, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Melchior Fordney was famously murdered by a John Haggerty, a crazed religious fanatic, in 1846. Fordney denied him the use of one of his rifles to shoot his horse and Haggerty returned with a tomahawk and murdered him. Fordney is remembered today as a grandmaster of the late golden age, and his work often is seen with deep, bold engraving and beautiful woodcarving. His guns are known as quintessential Lancaster rifles, with their folk art appeal and inclusion of almost all of the Lancaster characteristics. He worked as a gunsmith from 1807 through 1846 at his shop on South Queen Street in downtown Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This rifle features an octagonal barrel signed "M*Fordney" in script on the top flat. Flat lockplate stamped "DREPPERT / LANCASTER" in the center and with stamp-engraved designs. Brass furniture deeply engraved in the typical Fordney style, sideplate engraved with checkered triangles, scrolls, and borders. Four-piece patchbox with engraved scrolls and checkered panels, toe plate engraved en suite. Silver oval escutcheon inlaid above cheekpiece is inscribed "JM", silver wrist escutcheon is vacant and has been replaced. Full-length figured maple stock of familiar Lancaster form, punch-dot checkered wrist and incised border along bottom of both sides of buttstock. CONDITION: Barrel retains a dark brown patina with some edge wear and scattered marks, some light corrosion at breech and signature is very good. Lock professionally reconverted to flintlock configuration and now retains a brown patina. Brass retains a dark patina with some wear and light marks. Stock has been refinished and shows some wear to checkering, about 16 inches replaced on forend, including nose cap, and has scattered age cracks and a few period repairs, some minor pieces replaced around lockplate. This is a very nice example of Melchior Fordney's work. Barrel Length: 45" Caliber/Bore: .54 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: M. Fordney Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) INCISE CARVED FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE.

Lot #1400 (Sale Order 293 of 345)

York County, Pennsylvania. Octagon barrel with brass front sight and notched rear sight. Germanic style lockplate, double-set triggers. Brass furniture includes a four-piece engraved York County patchbox terminating in an edelweiss finial. Sideplate has rocker-panel engraved border. Plain maple stock with faux striping. Incised c-scrolls on both sides of cheekpiece and on both sides of forstock behind ramrod entry ferrule. Relief scrolls around barrel tang. Wood ramrod. CONDITION: Barrel retains a brown patina. Lock is a replacement and a reconversion with an aged brown finish. Brass retains a mellowing patina. Stock shows a later finish with traces of original faux striping. Some wood replaced above sideplate, a small piece above front of lock, a piece at toe, and a sliver along barrel. An attractive rifle with a nice patchbox. Barrel Length: 45 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .58 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Unsigned Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) H. DERINGER MARKED PHILADELPHIA FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE.

Lot #1401 (Sale Order 294 of 345)

The rifled octagon barrel is stamped "H. DERINGER / PHILADA" on the top flat. The lock is stamped with partially visible markings "RO / PHIL / WAR" probably for Rodgers Brothers. The brass furniture includes a pierced and engraved classic 4-piece Philadelphia patchbox with a pineapple finial. The toeplate is also engraved. The octagonal brass barrel key escutcheons are all stamped with 2 small eagles. There is a shaped brass wear plate extending from trigger guard to ramrod entry ferule. There is a silver shield shaped wrist escutcheon inscribed "JJ" and a silver oval inlay engraved with an eagle above the cheekpiece. The pierced two-piece sideplate is engraved. The tiger maple stock shows evidence of Lehigh Valley form. Ramrod is its original. CONDITION: Barrel retains heavy brown patina. Lock is a reconversion. Brass retains a dark mustard patina. Stock shows scattered cracks, losses along forend and marks from use. Barrel Length: 44 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .58 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: H. Derringer Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) GOLCHER SIGNED FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE, EX. KINDIG COLLECTION.

Lot #1402 (Sale Order 295 of 345)

This rifle is featured as No. 4 on pages 122 and 123 of "The Kentucky Longrifle" by John Dillin. Octagon barrel marked "Jos. Golcher" in script on top flat. Flat Germanic lockplate with beveled edges. Brass furniture including 4-piece Berks County patchbox. Four silver inlays on each side of forend and a plain silver star inlaid above cheekpiece. The tiger maple stock displays Berks County Roman nose form and has incised scrolls on left side of buttstock and around barrel tang. Complete with what appears to be its original ramrod. CONDITION: Barrel retains a grey patina with some unusual heavy surface patina in signature area; signature very crisp. Barrel has been reconverted, lock a replacement but is in its original flintlock configuration. Brass retains a dark mustard patina. Stock shows scattered cracks, marks from use and some areas restored on forend. Barrel Length: 44 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .54 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Golcher Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) LEHIGH VALLEY FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE.

Lot #1403 (Sale Order 296 of 345)

Patchboxes of this type with this finial are attributed to maker John Snyder (Schneider, Sneider) of the Lehigh Valley. This untouched example features an octagon barrel with some light engraving on both sides of rear sight. Germanic lockplate. The plain brass furniture includes a two-piece patchbox. There is a brass half-moon with face above the cheekpiece. Plain maple stock of Lehigh County form. Wood ramrod appears to be its original. CONDITION: Untouched and in as-found condition throughout. Lock and barrel retain a dark brown patina. Cock a possible period replacement. Brass retains a dark patina. Stock shows generous amounts of original finish. Scattered marks from use and signs of age, a couple slivers missing along barrel. Barrel Length: 44 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .40 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Lehigh Valley Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) MATCHED PAIR OF DURS EGG LONDON FLINTLOCK MUFF PISTOLS.

Lot #1404 (Sale Order 297 of 345)

Manufactured by one of the more famous London gunsmiths, Durs Egg. This diminutive matched set features walnut grips, frames engraved with a stand of arms, rear slide safeties, stamped "D. Egg" and "London" with fire blue flintlock heads. CONDITION: Excellent. Metal is a toned gun metal hue. Neither appear to have ever been fired. Beautiful pair of big bore pocket pistols. Barrel Length: (BOTH) 2" Caliber/Bore: (BOTH) .40 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: (BOTH) D. Egg Model: (BOTH) Muff Serial Number: (BOTH) NSN

(A) FINE CASED PAIR OF THOMAS MORTIMER PERCUSSION PISTOLS.

Lot #1405 (Sale Order 298 of 345)

Thomas Jackson Mortimer is recorded in London circa 1781 till 1838, and received an appointment as gunmaker to the King and a Royal Warrant circa 1822. This pair is in identical configuration and clearly made as a pair with browned octagonal faux Damascus twist barrels with diminutive bead front sights, engraved "T J Mortimer. Maker to his Majesty. London" in gothic script with light scrollwork. Hooked patent breeches with case colored breeches, engraved with light florals and beadwork. Notch rear sights on tangs engraved with acanthus scroll. Captive ramrods retained by a single ferrule on half-rib before feeding into a reinforced silver mouth. Barrels retained by keys through silver escutcheons. Flat locks with sprigs of floral scroll, engraved "TJ Mortimer" in gothic script and cursive "St. James' St", with English stalking safety, dolphin form cock with floral scroll en suite, and a single sidenail feeding through a brass escutcheon. Walnut stocks with silver forearm cap, trigger guard with pineapple finial, and bag grips with English flat top checkering and mullered borders. Small silver plaques at wrist. Housed in a wood case lined in royal purple, with Mortimer trade label in lid, and housing accessories including a japanned percussion cap tin by Blissett, pewter oil bottle, combination nipple wrench and pricker, ramrod with removeable head to reveal a jag, combination powder flask and ball holder, with fire blue spring and red Moroccan leather wrapping, combination bullet mold and sprue cutter marked "No 16" and "W & D", jag, four lead balls, and cloth. CONDITION: Barrels with the vast majority of their browning, with some scattered fine oxidation through to silvering. Some silvering at sharp edges at muzzle. Locks with somewhat less than half of their case colors, with better retention in protected areas. Stocks very good with some scattered handling marks, and some infill. Case very good with some handling marks and some impressions, one partition loose and some crushing to others, but solid and whole. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: (BOTH) 8" Caliber/Bore: (BOTH) .67 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: (BOTH) Mortimer Model: (BOTH) Percussion Serial Number: (BOTH) NSN

(A) PAIR OF J & W RICHARDS FLINTLOCK OFFICER'S OR GREATCOAT PISTOLS.

Lot #1406 (Sale Order 299 of 345)

Per Stockel, Joseph and William Richards are recorded in Birmingham circa 1799-1817. Octagonal barrels with silver blade front sights dovetailed into top flat at muzzle, with offset view and proof marks at breech. Rear sight mounted onto tang, which is engraved florals and a drum. Hooked patent breeches, with gold touchholes. Pair ramrods, one iron and appears to be a period replacement, the other wood with iron mounts and a threaded end, possibly original. Both ramords are retained by a single ferrule and feed into a reinforced mouth. Barrels are retained by a pair of barrel keys which feed directly through stock. Locks of identical configuration with gooseneck cocks, bridled waterproof pans, roller bearing frizzens, English style sliding safeties, stepped rears, beveled edges, and light line engraving around border, with rays behind pan and stiff leaves at step. Set triggers with large trigger guards engraved with a panoply of arms, and a richly detailed pineapple finial. Pair sidenails retain lock and feed through iron reinforced escutcheons. Silver heraldric shields on wrist. Bag grips with modifed point and wave checkering. CONDITION: Metal has been cleaned in the European fashion over even, smooth salt and pepper oxidation. Stocks with numerous handling marks and impressions, (A) has a long splice on the left side of the stock, approximately 7" long, (B) has a crack at fore key and at rear sidenail. Touchhole liners replaced. Mechanically fine, including set triggers, albeit a little sticky. Bores are very good with even oxidation. Barrel Length: (BOTH) 9 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: (BOTH) .65 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: (BOTH) J&W Richards Model: (BOTH) Officer Serial Number: (BOTH) NSN

(A) RARE SILVER-INLAID AND RELIEF-CARVED KENTUCKY RIFLE SIGNED J. PRINGLE.

Lot #1407 (Sale Order 300 of 345)

Rare and untouched Bedford County style raised carved percussion Kentucky rifle made by Jacob Pringle circa 1840 in Cambria Township, Cambria County (roughly 15 miles from Bedford County line). For a similar example from the Kindig Collection see "Bedford County Rifles" by James B. Whisker. The rifled octagon barrel was shortened slightly during its period of use and is signed in script "J. J. Pringle" with silver blade front sight and notched rear sight. Bedford-style hand-forged "rat tail" style lock engraved with a folk art bird at tail and with Bedford-style "high spur" hand-forged hammer, double set triggers and engraved brass sideplate with two piercings. Figured tiger maple stock with brass hardware including a four-piece engraved patchbox with 5 piercings and engraved floral scrolls on the lid with Bedford style hidden release button on toeplate. Stock also has Bedford-style c-scroll incised carving behind the cheek and relief scrolls in front of cheekpiece and around sleeved wrist, with an extremely well-done molding line along forestock and relief pattern around the lock with silver inlays within. The rifle has 19 engraved coin silver inlays, an oval cheekpiece with an engraved eagle, large scroll inlay around barrel tang, inlays behind lock and sideplate, and 3 winged inlays along each side of forend. Complete with an original hardwood ramrod that is slightly long. CONDITION: Overall untouched condition with metal showing light grey patina with some scattered pitting, heavy around breech. Signature visible, but showing some wear. Brass has pleasing mustard patina. Wood has an aged handled finish showing scattered areas of wear, age cracks and marks from use. Some losses around bolster from percussion burnout. Mechanism needs adjustment as hammer does not hold back. A rare rifle with less than 10 known by this maker to this cataloger. Barrel Length: 40" Caliber/Bore: .45 Percussion FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Pringle Model: Percussion Serial Number: NSN

(A) RELIEF CARVED AND PROFUSELY SILVER-INLAID PERCUSSION KENTUCKY RIFLE.

Lot #1408 (Sale Order 301 of 345)

Octagon barrel. Flat stamp-engraved percussion lockplate stamped "JAS GOLCHER" in center. The rifle has 17 silver inlays, including an eagle above the cheekpiece. The engraved brass furniture includes an engraved and pierced four-piece patchbox, engraved toeplate, and an engraved sideplate. Figured tiger maple stock with incised carving and fluting between inlays on both sides of forend. Relief carved scrolls carved on left side behind cheekpiece. CONDITION: Barrel retains a dark patina with pitting throughout. Lock also pitted with dark patina, cock screw and bolster screw modern, and hammer does not hold. Brass and silver retain dark patinas. Stock shows scattered marks from use, age cracks, and one old repair to sliver on left side of forend toward muzzle. Stock has been refinished. Barrel Length: 42 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .45 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Unsigned Model: Kentucky Rifle Serial Number: NSN

(A) RARE CASED PAIR OF HENRY DERINGER PHILADELPHIA PERCUSSION PISTOLS.

Lot #1409 (Sale Order 302 of 345)

Henry Derringer was so prolific, this type of pistol was universally named for him. Both pistols with a hand checkered one piece walnut stock. Both have an engraved metal butt with a trap door. The actions are stamped "Deringer PhiladelphA" with the same stamp at barrel breech. The octagon to round barrels have two wedding bands at breech and dovetailed silver front sights. The trigger guards are engraved with a pineapple finial. The upper tang, hammer, action, and grip cap are also engraved. Each pistol has a silver presentation shield. The French fitted black leatherette covered case with large brass carry handle includes a high finish flask, a wood handle nipple wrench, a single cavity iron bullet mold, a small powder measure scoop, a brass tipped wooden tamper rod, a wood handled turn screw with two ivory handle covered compartments. CONDITION: Fine. The barrels are a soft homogenous patina. Lock and hammer are oxidized. The plated furniture is clean. Stocks are excellent with sharp checkering. Very sharp and hard to find Henry Deringer cased pair. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: (BOTH) 2 - 3/16" Caliber/Bore: (BOTH) .44 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: (BOTH) Deringer Model: (BOTH) Percussion Serial Number: (BOTH) NSN

(A) CASED SET OF LEPAGE PERCUSSION MUFF GUNS.

Lot #1410 (Sale Order 303 of 345)

Both pistols in identical configuration with false Damascus twist barrels with boss to assist in removal in the event of carbon buildup. Case colored round bodies with side hammers engraved with florals and foliate designs, boldly gold inlaid "LEPAGE / A PARIS" at breech. With Belgian proofs on left sides of actions, indicating that LePage retailed the guns. Foldout triggers and dark wood stocks. Housed in a burl walnut case with green baize lining and French fit for pair pistols, nipple wrench, unusual cigar type powder flask, small wood barrel of percussion caps, case key, key on ring to assist in cocking pistols, and combination bullet mold, barrel removal tool, sprue cutter, and nipple wrench. CONDITION: Barrels with approximately half of their twist remaining, mixed with gunmetal grey and soft chocolate brown .Actions with about half of the case colors, more on pistol (A) than (B), with dove grey flashes and areas of surface oxidation on strap of pistol (B). Stock of pistol (B) has a tight and small hairline stress crack at tang. Both are mechanically fine, extremely tight, with strong rifling. Case with handling marks and rubs. Accessories are fine. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: (BOTH) 1 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: (BOTH) .50 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: (BOTH) Lepage Model: (BOTH) Muff Serial Number: (BOTH) NSN

(A) ELABORATE JAPANESE TANEGASHIMA MATCHLOCK RIFLE WITH SAMURAI THEMED DECORATIONS.

Lot #1411 (Sale Order 304 of 345)

With muzzle of classic tulip form and blade front sight, separated from balance of barrel by a silver band. Barrel with extensive inlaid decoration of samurai fighting including scenes at sea and mountainous terrain. Underside of stock with brass decorations, including scrollwork at ramrod opening, with decorative swallows spaced across the bottom. Large, approximately 22", brass plaque across bottom with cloud motif. Breech decorated with a kabuto, and stock with further brass inlays of a mounted samurai, a shishi dog, and florals. Right side with branded kanji, somewhat difficult to read. CONDITION: Barrel with some surface spotting, a few small linework inlays have lifted and are missing. Brass with a deep gold patina. Stock good with scattered handling marks and impressions, including two repaired cracks about the lock. Mechanically fine, bore excellent. A good example, with better than average decoration and of a desirable theme. Barrel Length: 39 - 3/8" Caliber/Bore: .58 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Tanegashima Model: Matchlock Serial Number: NSN

(A) JAPANESE THREE BARREL SWIVEL BREECH PALANQUIN MATCHLOCK PISTOL.

Lot #1412 (Sale Order 305 of 345)

For a nearly identical example, see Stone's Glossary, pg. 332, which shows two examples that were subsequently donated to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Since then, this cataloguer is aware of less than five other examples. Guns like this were used with palanquins, where their compact form made them the equivalent to a coach gun. This example is a true Edo period example, with three barrels each individually fitted with notch front and rear sights and pans with brass covers, and joined by a retaining band sleeved over the muzzles and trued by a central rod. Each barrel also has a small detent at the rear, which is caught by a brass spring mounted to tang to hold prevent the barrels from rotating unless manually rotated. Brass recoil shield. Classic and iconic Japanese matchlock system with exposed trigger. Stock has three floral inserts on left side, and is the classic ergonomic form. CONDITION: Excellent. Barrels are a smooth, even chocolate patina, with some evidence of turn lines on the barrels and detent ring. Spring to prevent rotation is weak from age and use, but slots appropriately. Stock excellent with some handling marks and impressions, but solid and whole; there is one grain check on rear of grip. Mechanically fine, somewhat soft, bores excellent. An extremely rare example, virtually unknown outside of institutions. Barrel Length: 9 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .40 Smoothbore FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Japanese Model: Matchlock Serial Number: NSN

TACHI SIGNED NORIMUNE IN TRANSPORT BOX WITH HAKOGAKI.

Lot #1414 (Sale Order 306 of 345)

69.7cm nagasa of classic shinogi zukuri form. Hamon is an active midare with plentiful nie activity, including sunagashi. Chu kissaki with a notare boshi. In tachi mounts with roiro saya with koijiri of classic form, depicting florals and inome cutots on a stippled ground. Kurigata and koiguchi with florals on a stippled ground. Fuchi kashira en suite in classic tachi fashion. Brown tsuka ito, done in a flat tachi wrap, with menuki in the form of birds. Unusual tsuba done in a three piece tachi style, made of lacquered leather wrapped around a wooden core. Signed tachi-mei "Norimune". Housed in an interesting transportation box that locks the sword in place during transport to avoid damage. The box has hakogaki on the lid which indicates the contents are a Norimune. Given the features, the sword is shinshinto Mito school, but there are no papers with this sword. Norimune studied under Ichige Norichike, who was the best of the Mito smiths, and he surpassed his teacher Suketaka and some of his works rival Sukehiro; see Nagayama, pg. 292. CONDITION: In an older polish with clear features throughout, with surface mossing towards machi, and scattered along shinogi-ji. Mounts are very good with some age related rubbing and chipping to edges; tsuba with heavy chipping and rubs, particularly about the rim. Tsuka-ito tight. Box is good with age related distress, and remnants of an old property label on side, possibly indicating that the sword was a trophy from World War II. Accessories: Box Blade Length: 69.7cm Overall Length: 40 - 3/4"

A SUE-KOTO KATANA BY KANABO MASATSUGU, WITH KOSHIRAE AND NBTHK PAPERS.

Lot #1415 (Sale Order 307 of 345)

Masatsugu worked in the 1500s during the time of the Great Civil War. Many swords during this period were mass-produced and basically used by low-level warriors who had no skill, making quality pieces from the time scarce. The Kanabo school, also known as Kinbo, made blades of good quality. Masatsugu is the primary smith from this school and there are Juyo Token by him. Fujishiro rates Masatsugu as a Chusaku smith, and his cutting ability is ranked as wazamono. He was also greatly skilled at making yari, especially jumonji yari. The temperline on this particular blade is nioi deki midare, which resembles the work of the older Yamashiro tradition. The shape of the sword is classic from this time period with a slightly extended point and sakizori. The hada is coarse, but since the blade has a good old polish, the roughness is tamed. Original tang, thus keeping the classic shape of an all original katana from the Muromachi period. With a set of rustic koshirae, saya with a textured lacquer not dissimilar from wood grain and a blue sageo. Tsuba a soft chocolate with incised and gilt designs of florals and hitsu-ana plugged with shakudo. Fuchi and kashira with designs of clouds accented in gold, and menuki in the form of florals. CONDITION: Blade is in a good older polish, with a spot or two of looseness from age, that shows off the features well. Koshirae with some handling marks and impressions, tsuba and fuchi-kashira more heavily rubbed with much of the gilding lifted off the tsuba, giving the set a lovely lived-in appearance. Very top of tsuka-ito is unravelled and needs conservation. A good example of a true working sword for a time when your sword was a life-and-death companion, from a good maker, already packaged and papered. Accessories: Koshirae, sword bag x2 Blade Length: 69.5cm Overall Length: 37 - 7/8" Paperwork: NBTHK TH papers

IMPORTANT MASATAKA MADE KATANA, PRESENTED TO YAHACHI TANABE BEFORE THE BATTLE OF MIDWAY, WHERE HE SU

Lot #1416 (Sale Order 308 of 345)

This is likely one of the most important World War II Japanese swords currently available for public ownership. Forged by Masataka at the Minatogawa shrine, and signed “(Kikusui mon) Minatogawa Jinja Masataka”, dated the 4th month during the 17th year of Showa (April 1942), and, critically, signed “Igo Kancho Tanabe Yahachi Chusa”, which translates to “I-Class Captain Lieutenant Commander Yahachi Tanabe”. The date makes it extremely likely that this sword was with Tanabe when he sunk the Yorktown at the Battle of Midway in June of 1942, as he was presented the sword in April and left on orders that included the Battle of Midway in May. Yahachi Tanabe was born in 1907 and joined the Imperial Naval Academy in 1925, graduating in 1928. He was promoted until 1934, when he volunteered for submarine service as a Sub-Lieutenant First Class. By 1938, he was a full Lieutenant and attended the Submarine School for officers. He served on a number of submarines as a communications staff officer, commanding officer, and communications officer until he was given command of I-168 in January 1942. While he had missed the initial engagement at Midway as he was assigned to scouting duty, on June 5th, he was ordered to join the cruisers Mikuma, Mogami, Suzuyu, and Kumano, to help soften Midway for infantry landing, but the submarine was quickly spotted and they were forced to submerge. While submerged, the cruisers were redeployed, and I-168 bade its time, still observing. When it was safe to redeploy their radio, they found that several of their cruisers were sunk, and they had been given new orders: to locate and sink the Yorktown, which had been crippled during the fighting. On June 6th, I-168 spotted Yorktown approximately 11 miles away and dived to engage. I-168 slipped past the defensive cordon that had been established by six American destroyers: Benham, Hughes, Gwin, Monaghan, and Hammann, and the minesweeper Vireo, which was towing Yorktown, and backed out to an effective firing range for her torpedoes. I-168 was carrying somewhat older 446-lb warheads, rather than the newer and more effective 991-lbers, so Tanabe decided that instead of spreading out his torpedoes, as submarine warfare typically called for, he was going to only engage two points on the Yorktown, with the second salvo of missiles following directly behind the first, to ensure a catastrophic hit on the already crippled ship. At 1:30pm, he struck Yorktown with two torpedoes and Hammann with one, which ultimately sunk both ships and won Japan the only two victories of the Battle of Midway. Tanabe and the remaining destroyers engaged in a long game of cat-and-mouse, which culminated in a destroyer striking I-168 with a depth charge that heavily damaged the submarine, but did not sink it. The submarine was eventually forced to resurface, only to be spotted by two of the destroyers, who began to engage I-168, forcing them to submerge again. In his article on his experiences, Tanabe was not sure if the destroyers were out of depth charges or if they did not want to engage the submarine at night, but the destroyers disengaged and I-168 limped home to Kure, where they were greeted with a huge celebration, including a radio report of the attack from Emperor Hirohito, and Tanabe was given command of the brand new I-776 and allowed to pick his own crew. Tanabe continued his exploits throughout the war, including surviving an attack in I-776 that culminated in an audience with Hirohito in person, taught at the Submarine School, and was promoted to commander. After the Japanese surrender, he was one of the naval officers who planned MacArthur’s visit to Atsugi, and retired in 1945. He wrote his article I Sank the Yorktown at Midway (a copy of which is included), in May 1963, and passed away at his home in Saitama on April 29th, 1990. The sword is ubu (uncut) and the nagasa (from tip to rear notch of cutting edge) measures 69.2cm. The sword is in old polish that obfuscates some features, but appears to have a fairly regular gunome with plentiful activity including visible ji-nie and sunagashi. Hada (surface grain) is a little indistinct, but looks like a predominant masame with some areas of mokume. The sword also has horimono in the form of gomabashi and bonji on the right side. Gold foil habaki carved with the design of falling rain. Click here to see the full description.

A SAMURAI DAISHO OF MINO SWORDS, WITH BLADES BY KANEMICHI AND KANEYOSHI, IN OUTSTANDING SAMEGAWA KIS

Lot #1417 (Sale Order 309 of 345)

Literally "long and short" the daisho was the pair of swords worn by samurai, mandated in 1629 and restricted to samurai in 1683. This daisho is of sufficient quality and composition that it undoubtedly was made for a high ranking samurai. The Dai (katana) is made by the famous smith Tango no Kami Kanemichi. Kanemichi is a representative smith from the Kyoto School, which had many great smiths that were all related, including Yoshimichi, Kinmichi, Hisamichi and Masatoshi. Kanemichi is the second son of the nidai Yoshimichi, and is ranked as a Jo-saku maker by Fujishiro and his cutting ability is rated as Ryowazamono. This blade has a very nice midare hamon done in nie deki. The hamon contains nice nie hataraki and is a very healthy example of his work. The jigane is a mix of mokume and itame. The blade has a strong, wide shape befitting that type of blade used by a high level samurai. Tang is ubu but slightly machi raised. The wakizashi or Sho is the companion sword to the longer katana. It was needed when the long sword had to be given up on a visit or in some other situation. The wakizashi hardly left the warrior’s side. This wakizashi is made by Kaneyoshi from Bushu. The blade has the hamon made of a gunome notare resembling the works of the Muromachi Bizen School. There is activity of kinsuji done very nicely that flows through the hamon. The blade is in good polish showing all the characteristics clearly. With a cracked ice gold foil wrapped habaki. A nice match to the Dai. Tang is suriage but retains the full signature. Koshirae are matching Samegawa Kisezaya (wrapped in rayskin) mounts, with all the earmarks of a true daisho, with matching tsuba depicting relief carved lilies. Matching Fuchi kashira in the Mino style with relief insects and florals signed by Mitsunaka. Menuki in the form of florals, with high quality sa-me and black tsuka-ito. The sho mounts for the wakizashi are also slotted for a kozuka, which has a decpition of an open gate to a bountiful field of flowers. Both blades bear attributions by Honnami Koson on both the shirasaya and the tsunagi. Koson was a very well respected appraiser from the turn of the century. He is from the lineage of the famous Honnami family of appraisers who served the Tokugawa family for many years. Other paperwork includes NBTHK Tokubetsu Hozon and Tokubetsu Kicho papers for Kanemichi, and both Hozon and Kicho papers for Kaneyoshi. With matching sword bags that show great age. CONDITION: Both blades are in good polish that shows off the features well. A few spots of looseness and some age related darkness that do not detract. Mounts are excellent with some rubs, but sa-me is still intact and tight. Horn mouth of kozuka slot appears to have been reglued. This is an absolutely fabulous daisho, much better than the normally found composite sets, with blades and mounts befitting a high level samurai. Accessories: Koshirae, 4x bags Blade Length: (A) 73.2cm (B) 50.3cm Overall Length: (A) 40" (B) 28 - 3/8" Paperwork: NBTHK Papers

A GORGEOUS NIDAI HIZEN TADAHIRO KATANA WITH OUTSTANDING KOSHIRAE, NBTHK PAPERS FOR BLADE, TSUBA, AND

Lot #1418 (Sale Order 310 of 345)

This blade is in the classical style known as "Kanbun Shinto", in which the swords had little or no curvature, possibly due to the change in swordsmanship during this era. Nagasa measures 74cm. Suriage but, even though shortened, this sword retains its strong stance and has a complete signature for Tadahiro. Tadahiro is ranked as Jo-Jo Saku and his swords are rated as O-wazamono for their cutting ability. This blade was done by Tadahiro himself, rather than by one of his pupils; the quality is so high, that if this blade was not shortened, it would be a good candidate for Juyo Token. The hamon is a textbook example of the famous Hizen Choji midare, which was meant to mimic the style of the Bizen blades from the Kamakura period. The jigane is the fine ko-itame (konuka) hada that the mainline Hizen School is noted for. There are plenty of hataraki throughout, with conspicuous nie, and sunagashi near the machi. Housed in a Hinoki wood shirasaya, and accompanied by a set of koshirae that comprises a roiro saya with purple sageo, tsuba with with nanako ground and depicting soft metal shishi dogs in a mountainous scene, with one dog throwing cubs off the cliff. Fuchi and kashira en suite, with more of a focus on floral elements, and menuki with shishi dogs and florals. With NBTHK Hozon token for tsuba, Ko-Kinko, dated July 2004, NBTHK Hozon for fuchi and kashira, to mumei Satsuma, and an NBTHK Hozon for Nidai Tadahiro dated 1992. CONDITION: Excellent, in a top shelf Japanese polish. Features are clearly and well defined throughout, including boshi. Mounts are excellent with some expected rubs from age. This is an absolutely exquisite sword from a top quality maker, already papered and packaged. Accessories: Koshirae, 2x sword bags Blade Length: 74cm Overall Length: 40 - 1/2" Paperwork: NBTHK

ADDENDUM: According to Mike Yamasaki, the noted sword authority who has viewed this sword in hand, this sword is of the type of Tadahiro's best work. A detail photo of the hamon has been added.

LOT OF TWO: TSUBA AND KOZUKA.

Lot #1419 (Sale Order 311 of 345)

Lot consits of (A) Shakudo tsuba, approximately 2 - 3/4" x 3", with a white metal rim. Depicts a Buddhist god with a wide hat, long flowing beard, and a broom brushing out an oni, cleverly executed with his torso up on the face of the tsuba, and his torso down on the rear, depicting his mad scramble. Mixed metals, with broom and hat executed in copper, broom shaft in silver, and gold highlights, on the god, oni with gold fangs and copper eyes. Textured ground, signed Mitsutomo. CONDITION: Very good with some superficial handling marks. Rim not quite flush all the way around. (B) Highly unusual wooden kozuka, with lacquer built up and used to depict a wooded scene, with a textured ground, transitioning of a smooth half moon about the wooded scene. Unsigned. CONDITION: With a small longitudinal crack that does not affect the scene. Some mild handling marks. Blade Length: Overall Length:

(C) 2025 FEGA MASTER ENGRAVED COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER BY MIKE DUBBER, BARRY LEE HANDS, BR

Lot #1420 (Sale Order 312 of 345)

This revolver is the 2025 auction gun to support the Firearms Engravers Guild of America, showcasing the work of some of the finest engravers working today. Organized by Marianne Kelley, this gun was engraved by Mike Dubber, Barry Lee Hands, and Brian Powley, with finishing by John Powers. John Powers executed the bluing in a deep, rich finish, with nitre bluing applied to the screws, trigger, hammer, and cylinder release. Mike Dubber, one of Colt's Master Engravers, adorned the barrel and frame with a gorgeous, almost three-dimensional acanthus scroll set against a finely executed punch-dot background, achieving approximately D-class coverage. His work extends to the underside of the barrel, where he meticulously engraved "FEGA 2025," as well as an absolutely striking Rampant Colt on the left side of the frame, rendered with phenomenal bulino detail that brings the design to life. Brian Powley, a second Colt Master Engraver, contributed his artistry by applying elegant gold borders and gold embellishments to the original factory lettering on the barrel in lustrous 24-karat gold, adding a refined contrast to the deep blued finish. Barry Lee Hands, another Colt Master, engraved the cylinder with sprays of well-cut acanthus florals on a punch-dot background over each chamber. The revolver is fitted with giraffe bone grips featuring deep-set Colt medallions. It is housed in a custom-made case with "COLT" on the lid in contrasting wood colors. The lid is laser-engraved with FEGA’s emblem and a listing of the artisans who worked on this firearm. Accompanied by a FEGA letter signed by those involved, further indicating that the gun was manufactured in 1974. CONDITION: Excellent, as custom embellished. Some extremely minor handling marks and some surface spotting, mostly visible on the gold. Mechanically fine, with a bore featuring strong rifling and some very minor frosting. Grips are loose. Case is excellent with a repair at joint at back left. A fabulous gun. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .357 Magnum FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Python Paperwork: FEGA Letters Serial Number: E83204

(C) FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT SHOOTING MASTER .38 SPECIAL DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH FACTORY LETTER.

Lot #1421 (Sale Order 313 of 345)

Per the included factory letter, this revolver shipped as a 6" blue gun with unlisted stocks, B class factory engraving, and a 3# trigger pull to Baker, Hamilton, and Pacific, San Francisco, California, in a shipment of one, on Colt order 11493/1, on July 14th, 1932, as sold to MacFarlane and Company, Watsonville, California. Factory engraved Shooting Masters are extremely scarce, and as few as ten are known. Front sight is an adjustable blade with a red polymer insert, square notch rear sight. Left side of barrel with "COLT SHOOTING MASTER .38" legend with acanthus scrollwork surrounding, and an uninterrupted triangle of acanthus scroll on right; both measure approximately 3 - 1/2". Frame with nicely cut and shaded acanthus scroll en suite, with detailing abutting the hammer slot and on trigger guard. Straps with hand cut checkering. Later mother of pearl grips with a softened "1-22-57" date on interior with fabulous fire. CONDITION: Gun retains the vast majority of the blued finish, with heavy thinning to silver at the muzzle. Frame with some scattered handling marks and silvering to sharp edges. Trigger guard and straps gunmetal grey from use, with flashes of bluing. Mechanically fine, very smooth, bore excellent with strong rifling and light frosting in grooves. An outstandingly rare gun. Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .38 Special FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Shooting Master Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 334650

(M) LOT OF 2: SET OF FACTORY ENGRAVED BROWNING HI-POWER CLASSIC SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOLS.

Lot #1422 (Sale Order 314 of 345)

Both of these firearms end in the same serial number (068). (A) Classic configuration with blade front sight, square notch flat top rear sight, spur hammer, and external extractor. Gold washed trigger and walnut grips with raised checkered panels with beaded borders. Engraved with acanthus scroll on a stippled ground, with various inserts, including a ribbon on right side of frame with "BROWNING CLASSIC", eagle heads ahead of slide step, a bust of John Moses Browning on top of slide towards rear, a scene of a lynx and an eagle engaged in combat around the ejection port, and another ribbon on left side of frame that reads "ONE OF FIVE THOUSAND". Accompanied by walnut display case still in original kraft box with serial number in pencil on lid. CONDITION: Excellent, showing superficial handling marks throughout with some very minor age related spotting in deep recesses. Mechanically fine, bore with strong, crisp rifling and some minor frosting in grooves. Case fine. (B) Classic configuration with blade front sight, square notch flat top rear sight, spur hammer, and external extractor. Gold washed trigger and walnut grips with raised checkered panels with beaded borders and a sprig of acanthus towards bottom. Engraved with acanthus scroll on a stippled ground, with various inserts, including a ribbon on right side of frame with "BROWNING GOLD CLASSIC", eagle heads ahead of slide step, a bust of John Moses Browning on top of slide towards rear, a scene of a lynx and an eagle engaged in combat around the ejection port, and another ribbon on left side of frame that reads "068 OF FIVE HUNDRED". Ribbons, eagle head, bust, and fight scene gold washed. Engraving signed Pb. Accompanied by walnut display case still in original kraft box with serial number in pencil on lid. CONDITION: Excellent, showing some superficial handling marks throughout with some very minor age related spotting in deep recesses. Mechanically fine, bore with strong, crisp rifling and some minor frosting in grooves. Case fine. Accessories: (Both) Original shipping boxes, Factory display cases Barrel Length: (Both)) 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: (Both) 9mm FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Browning Model: Hi Power Serial Number: (A) 245BC0068 (B) 245GC068

(C) LOT OF 3: CASED SET OF BROWNING PISTOLS, INCLUDING TWO RENAISSANCE.

Lot #1423 (Sale Order 315 of 345)

Lot consists of three guns assembled in a Browning type black leatherette case with red lining. (A) The Hi-Power Target was made in Belgium and dated 1974. This is the target model with blued adjustable rear sight and sports aftermarket ivory grips. Front sight has a green insert. Nicely engraved in the Germanic oak leaf Renaissance pattern consistent with other known Renaissance guns. Finish is French style satin nickel with gold trigger. CONDITION: Excellent. Shows as near new with light handling marks and some wear at trigger high edges. (B) Model 1910. Features the same style of engraving as the Hi-Power. This gun also features ivory grips and a gold trigger. CONDITION: The satin nickel finish has been refinished and is a dull grey with a small bit of pitting on left side of slide but now retains majority of that refinish. (C) Baby. Features the two tone high polish nickel finish, faux ivory grips and gold trigger. CONDITION: Excellent. Shows majority of finish but has scattered finish marks typical on high polish nickel guns. All the bores are bright. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: (A) 4 - 5/8" (B) 3 - 3/8" (C) 2" Caliber/Bore: (A) 9mm (B) .32 ACP (C) .25 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: (ALL) Browning Model: (A) Hi-Power (B) 1910 (C) Baby Serial Number: (A) 74C01854 (B) 503226 (C) 211189

(C) BROWNING HI-POWER RENAISSANCE 9MM SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1424 (Sale Order 316 of 345)

Thick blade front sight, wind drift adjustable U notch rear sight, spur hammer. External extractor. Synthetic pearl grips. Engraved with deeply cut Renaissance flowing florals and tendrils. No engraver's signature observed. Belgian proofs. CONDITION: Fine, retaining the vast majority of finish with some very minor marks from handling and use. Engraving is crisp and attractive. Action works appropriately when cycled by hand, bore is very good with sharp rifling. A really nice Renaissance. Barrel Length: 4 - 5/8" Caliber/Bore: 9mm FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Browning Model: Hi-Power Serial Number: 72C41839

(C) BROWNING RENAISSANCE 10/71 .380 ACP SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH CASE.

Lot #1425 (Sale Order 317 of 345)

Features include a French Grey finish with full coverage Renaissance engraving consisting of scrolls and foliage on frame and slide, barrel only engraved around sight rim. Gold-plated serrated trigger and nickel-plated single stack magazine, varnished one-piece walnut grips with checkered panels, and relief carved scrolls on both sides. CONDITION: Retains about 98% original finish with some darkening around breech on top and a few light marks from use. Grips are excellent and show almost no use. Excellent shiny bore. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 4 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .380 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Browning Model: 10/71 Serial Number: 71N10561

(M) ENGRAVED 3RD GENERATION COLT SHERIFFS MODEL SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1426 (Sale Order 318 of 345)

According to the Colt factory archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .44/40 with a 3" barrel. Blue / Color case with the stocks not listed. It was shipped to the Automatic Distributing Corporation, 601 Lockwood Drive, Houston, Texas on November 11, 1980 in a shipment of 18 guns. Now it is masterfully engraved and nickel plated with niter blue small parts. Two line address on top of the barrel, "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG CO. / HARTFORD, CONN. U.S.A." On the left side of the barrel is "COLT SHERIFF'S MODEL". On the right side of the barrel is the caliber marking, "COLT SAA .44-40". Two line patent dates and the rampant Colt logo on the left side of the frame. There are matching serial numbers on the frame, trigger guard and the backstrap. It sports a set of factory checkered hard rubber Eagle grips. Exquisitely engraved by a master hand in a floral and scroll pattern with a punch dot background. There are several other geometric designs and borders incorporated into the engraving. There is also an arrow engraved on the backstrap. CONDITION: This gun retains virtually all of the after marked nickel finish. The niter blue small parts have just a hint of wear. The grips are sharp and crisp with no chips or cracks and fit the gun very well. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. There is no cylinder burn at the front of the cylinder. The action locks up tight and indexes fine. This gun has all four clicks. Barrel Length: 3" Caliber/Bore: .44-40 WCF FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: SA39076

(M) CUSTOM EDITION 1 OF 35 ENGRAVED COLT THIRD GENERATION SHERIFFS MODEL SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1427 (Sale Order 319 of 345)

This special edition Sheriffs Model was one of thirty five made in 1981. This is gun number 33 of 35 and this is in gold as a serial number. This number is written inside each checkered ivory grip panel. On the frame, under grips, is a Colt number SA42415 and is engraved "SPRING ENG." for George Spring, a Colt master engraver who began there in 1975. This beautiful revolver features an all blue Colt high polish finish with a gold plated trigger guard and back strap. Grips are two piece checkered ivory. Every major part shows some American style scroll engraving. There are gold bands on the rear of fluted cylinder and at muzzle. Gold inlays include a sheriff badge and the Colt pony, both on left side. Right side has handcuffs. The hammer is blued with gold border and engraved. Each cylinder features a gold fleur dis lis design. Appears to be a factory C coverage. CONDITION: Excellent. Shows in as new condition with light handling only. Comes with yellow hang tag. Stunning gun. Accessories: Plastic case Barrel Length: 3 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: Sheriff model Serial Number: 33-35

(M) COLT CUSTOM SHOP CHARLTON HESTON FACTORY ENGRAVED SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH WOOD DISPLAY

Lot #1428 (Sale Order 320 of 345)

This custom shop revolver displays nearly 2/3 coverage hand engraved American scroll with blue and case color finish. Left side of barrel has engraved "NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION" in banner. Gold Heston facsimile autograph on back strap. The butt has gold "President 1998-2003". Comes with set of black eagle grips along with a pair of fitted ivory that has "CH" carved on left side with "NRA" on right panel. Comes in walnut display case and shipping box. CONDITION: Excellent. Shows in as new condition with possible handling marks and no visible drag line. Accessories: Wooden display case Barrel Length: 4 - 3/4" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Serial Number: 138 CH

(M) FACTORY ENGRAVED 8" COLT PYTHON DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH ORIGINAL BOX (1980).

Lot #1429 (Sale Order 321 of 345)

Manufactured in 1980. The yellow Colt Custom Gun Shop endlabel lists type B engraving and factory tuning. The gun features full blue finish, full vent rib, solid lug, adjustable rear sight, wide spur target hammer, and checkered walnut grips with gold medallions. The engraving is typical American style bank note scroll. Comes with box. CONDITION: Excellent. Shows as near new condition but does have some face burn and couple minute handling marks. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .357 Magnum FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: Python Serial Number: AL1807

(M) FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT PYTHON .357 MAGNUM DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER (1976).

Lot #1430 (Sale Order 322 of 345)

Manufactured in 1976. Gun is stamped "Colt Eng." on frame under right grip panel. The American Bank Note scroll engraving appears to be about C class with 70% coverage. Standard high polish blue finish, vent rib with full lug, adjustable rear sight, wide spur target hammer, and Type 3 walnut grips with diagonal lines and gold medallions. CONDITION: Excellent. Shows in as new condition with a ghost drag line and few minor handling marks only. Grips are near mint as is bore and action. Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .357 Magnum FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: Python Serial Number: 42291E

(C) GOUGH ENGRAVED COLT PRE-WOODSMAN .22 LR SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH FACTORY LETTER.

Lot #1431 (Sale Order 323 of 345)

Per the incldued factory letter, this pistol originally shipped soft with unlisted stocks to J.B. Shannon Hardware Company, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in a shipment of 1, on Colt Order 792, dated November 28th, 1916. It was then returned to the factory for bluing and shipped to William Gough on January 23rd, 1917 for engraving. The pistol is signed on the frame "ENG. BY W.H. GOUGH. 1917" under right grip scale. The gun is covered in approximately B class coverage of Gough's trademark flowing florals on a striated ground, and has a "JVD" monogram on left side of frame enhanced by gilding, with rocker edges. Checkered walnut grips with single screw that feeds through German silver escutcheons. Adjustable bead front sight and adjustable U notch rear sight. With aforementioned factory letter and a Certificate of Authenticity from Gilman & Associates. CONDITION: Retains the majority, approximately 60%, of the factory applied bluing. Most losses confined to the first 3" or so of the barrel, as if one stuck it in a wet holster, largely a dove grey mixed with surface peppering and smooth chocolate patina. Balance of pistol excellent with some scattered superficial marks. Crisp engraving. Mechanically fine, bore with strong rifling and some mild frosting. Barrel Length: 6 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .22 LR FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Pre-Woodsman Paperwork: Letter Serial Number: 4485

(C) COLT 1902 MILITARY MODEL SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH CASE.

Lot #1432 (Sale Order 324 of 345)

Manufactured in 1906. Features include long slide, knurled slide serrations, half moon blade front sight, rounded "u" notch rear sight, rounded hammer, blue finish, and Mother of Pearl grips. Left side of slide is marked "'BROWNING'S PATENT' / APR. 20.1897 SEPT 9.1902" toward muzzle and "COLT'S PATENT FIRE ARMS MFG. CO. / HARTFORD. CONN. U.S.A." toward hammer, with a Rampant Colt in a circle on rear of slide. Right side of slide is marked "AUTOMATIC COLT / CALIBRE 38 RIMLESS SMOKELESS" behind ejection port and "MODEL 1902" in front of ejector port. Accompanied by an oak partitioned case with blue velvet liner, Remington UMC box of period cartridges, and reproduction label. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining a vast majority of the original bright blue factory finish light wear at high edges and muzzle. Grips are in matching condition with no major cracks. Magazine is difficult to remove. Mechanically fine. Bore is lightly frosted with crisp rifling. Case has warping to the lid and split on right side. An attractive set. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .38 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1902 Serial Number: 12271

(C) MIKE DUBBER MASTER ENGRAVED COLT 1911, WITH GOLD ACCENTS IN .45ACP

Lot #1433 (Sale Order 325 of 345)

The gun is a 1918 produced US Army .45 and features the wide spur hammer, long triggers, bevel edge u-notch rear sight, proper H-P stamped barrel, small front sight, flat main spring housing with loop, checkered slide stop and safety. The Colt features full coverage bank note scroll and punch dot back ground engraving. The gun is nickel plated with gold wash small parts and magazine. Silver grips with gold appliques. ( not signed or hall marked) The Colt legends on left side of slide and Model of 1911 U.S.ARMY are still sharp. CONDITION: Excellent. Retains virtually all of the custom finish with light handling. Bore is crisp but frosted. Stunning pistol that has little to no room for any more engraving. Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: 45 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1911 Serial Number: 416130

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

Lot #1434 (Sale Order 326 of 345)

Manufactured in 1978. With the grips removed, the straps are stamped with serial number and "COLT ENG." but are signed. Features a non-fluted cylinder, blue and case color, and misfit faux ivory grips with golden medallions. The Colt barrel legends on top and side and frame dates are pronounced. Features C class hand engraving in the American leaf pattern. Comes in Colt display case with set of black plastic grips not numbered to this gun. CONDITION: Excellent. Shows as new. Has a discreet import stamp forward of pin. Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 Colt FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Paperwork: Canadian papers Serial Number: 93363SA

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

Lot #1435 (Sale Order 327 of 345)

According to the Colt factory archive letter, this gun left the factory as a .45/c with a 5 - 1/2" barrel. Blue finish with the stocks not listed. It was shipped to Leonard's at 200 Houston Street, Fort Worth, Texas on May 29th 1961 in a shipment of one gun. This is one of the 338 Pre War Post War Colt single actions assembled from parts made before the war. Single line barrel address on top of the barrel, "COLT'S PT. F. A. MFG. CO. HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A.". It has the caliber designation on the left side of the barrel, "COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .45". Two line patent dates on the left side of the frame, "PAT. SEPT. 19, 1871 / JULY 2, 72. JAN. 19, 75". Next to the patent dates is the Rampant Colt logo. Matching serial numbers are found on the frame, trigger guard, backstrap and the grips. The frame is case color and the remainder of the gun is blue. This gun sports a set of hard rubber checkered grips with the rampant Colt logo at the top of each grip. CONDITION: This gun retains virtually all of the factory applied blue finish. Vibrant case color. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. The checkering on the grips is sharp and crisp. A rare gun for any collection. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .45 LC FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: SAA Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 357226

(M) ELECTROLESS NICKEL FINISHED COLT DIAMONDBACK .22 LR DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1436 (Sale Order 328 of 345)

The archive letter states that this gun left the factory as a blue gun. It is probably a mistake in the records. This gun was shipped to Automatic Distributing Corporation 601 Lockwood Drive, Houston, Texas on May 24, 1979 in a shipment of 3 guns. Hard to find in this finish and combination. Vented ribbed barrel with a ramp front sight with an adjustable rear micrometer sight. Two piece checkered wood grips with silver Rampant Colt medallions. Six shot fluted cylinder. It is import marked "SIMPSON LTD GALESBURG ILL." CONDITION: This gun retains virtually all of the original factory applied nickel finish. Bright and shiny bore with sharp lands and grooves. Checkered grips are sharp and crisp. The action indexes fine and locks up tight. Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .22 LR FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: Diamondback Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: R55703

(M) COLT CUSTOM SHOP SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Lot #1437 (Sale Order 329 of 345)

The factory letter states that this Custom Edition gun was shipped on January 26th, 1977, with 24 karat gold inlay on barrel. Letter further states that this was a very limited production and was released to coincide with the opening of the new custom shop. D coverage American bank note scroll, blue and case color finish, and walnut grips with silver medallions. CONDITION: Excellent. Shows as near new with light handling marks. Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 Special FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 41 SPL

(M) COLT SAA CUSTOM SHOP ENGRAVED SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1438 (Sale Order 330 of 345)

The factory letter states that this Custom Edition gun was shipped on January 26th, 1977, with 24 karat gold inlay on barrel. Letter further states that this was a very limited production and was released to coincide with the opening of the new custom shop. D coverage American bank note scroll, blue and case color finish, and walnut grips with silver medallion. The letter states that gun came in custom case (not present) and an error that lists gun as a 5 - 1/2" while it is actually 7 - 1/2". CONDITION: Excellent. Shows as near new with light handling marks only. Accessories: Factory box Barrel Length: 7 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 Special FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: Single Action Army Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 42SPL

(M) RARE NICKEL COLT PYTHON TARGET .38 SPECIAL DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1439 (Sale Order 331 of 345)

Manufactured in 1980. Fairly hand-to-find factory nickel Python Target. Full vent rib, full lug, target rear sight, blue front sight, and checkered walnut grips with gold medallions. Comes in period correct box with paperwork but non matching number. CONDITION: Excellent. Appears unfired but does have typical small handling marks on nickel. Barrel Length: 8" Caliber/Bore: .38 Special FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: Python Target Serial Number: K01415

(M) COLT PYTHON SERPENTINE SERIES OF 1994 .357 MAGNUM DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1440 (Sale Order 332 of 345)

The Serpentine Series was a set of three revolvers, a Python, King Cobra, and Anaconda, offered together in 1994 with a special "Serpentine Series of 1994" rollmark on the left side of the barrel. This example is one of the Pythons, and is in the classic 6" configuration of the snake gun, with vent rib, orange insert front sight, square notch adjustable rear, and full lug. Special features include aforementioned "Serpentine..." rollmark and a small "1 OF 50" located just above the trigger. Colt pebble textured rubber grips. Housed in a blue plastic Colt case with factory paperwork. Accompanied by a factory letter which indicates this gun shipped as a 6" stainless Python with wraparound rubber grips with silver Colt medallions, shipped to Glenn Zanders Fur and Sporting Goods, Baldwin, Illinois. Discretely import stamped inside the yoke for Simpson. CONDITION: Excellent. With distension still visible about legends from application of stamp. Some scattered handling marks typical to stainless finish, and a light turn line. Mechanically fine, bore is very good with strong well defined rifling and some mild firing residue. Case fine. These are among the rarest of all snake guns. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .357 Magnum FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: Python Paperwork: Factory letter Serial Number: SSP9429

(C) RARE COMPLETE SET OF SIX COLT COMMEMORATIVE WORLD WAR I & II 1911 .45 ACP SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOLS

Lot #1441 (Sale Order 333 of 345)

Originally sold as a set of 4 World War I Commemorative 1911s with matching serial numbers, collectors with the full set were offered 2 additional World War II Commemorative guns when they were later issued by Colt. This set includes all 6 pistols each numbered "6148" followed by their individual model suffix. The WWI guns commemorate the battles of Belleau Wood, Meuse-Argonne, The 2nd Battle of the Marne, and Chateau Thierry, each with commemorative engraving, lustrous high polish blue finish, and grips inset with commemorative motifs. Each is housed in their correct display case. This set also includes both the brilliantly nickel plated, commemoratively engraved European and Pacific Theatre 1911A1 pistols. These pistols are also housed in their correct hinged lid presentation style display cases. Each pistol is discreetly import marked along the edge of the magazine well. CONDITION: Excellent. Guns retain virtually all of their factory finishes with scattered handling marks. Meuse-Argonne gun has crazing on the grips. Cases show some scattered marks and minor wear from storage and display. The Chateau Thierry case shows a partial rebuild, the lid no longer sitting correctly. Belleau Wood case also has some minor repairs on the lid. A hard to find set. Accessories: (ALL) CASE Barrel Length: (ALL) 5" Caliber/Bore: (ALL) .45 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: (ALL) Colt Model: (ALL) 1911 Serial Number: (A) 6148MA (B) 6148ETO (C) 6148M2 (D) 6148CT (E) 6148BW (F) 6148PTO

(M) BOXED SPECIAL EDITION SERIES 70 COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL 1911A1 .45 ACP SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL

Lot #1442 (Sale Order 334 of 345)

This special gun features a complete Colt high polish blue finish. All small parts and screws are silver plated. The black faux pearl grips feature Colt silver medallions. The rear right side of slide has silver Colt logo while the left side has the silver Colt pony. The blued sights feature a wind drift rear. Comes in matching number box with paperwork and two magazines. Accompanied by a Colt factory letter indicating that the gun shipped as a 5" .45 ACP with blue finish, double diamond checkered rosewood grips, and with original Series 70 rollmarks, original Series 70 firing system, titanium firing pin, and fixed sights, shipped to Lew Horton Distributing Company on March 16th, 2016. Gun has a discreet import stamp at base. CONDITION: Excellent. Shows as near new with light handling. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: Government Model Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: 72B8343

(C) NEAR NEW PRE-SERIES 70 COLT 1911A1 SUPER 38 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH BOX (1968)

Lot #1443 (Sale Order 335 of 345)

Manufactured in 1968. This is a standard two tone blue finish pre-70 Model 1911-A1 with correct original brown Coltwood grips, original marked magazine, and fixed sights. Comes in original matching number box with paperwork. CONDITION: Excellent. Shows in near new condition with a handling mark. Nearly flawless, no high edge wear, no drag line, near perfect grips. Even the box is in near mint condition. It would be nearly impossible to find a better example. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .38 Super FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: Super 38 Serial Number: 200630

(C) EARLY (1913) HIGH POLISH COLT COMMERCIAL MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1444 (Sale Order 336 of 345)

Only the first 4500 Model 1911s made in 1912 and 1913 had this early high polish finish. It was a beautiful finish but proved to be very time consuming to polish and the finish was also extremely thin and wore quickly so Colt switched to a less time consuming process that was still beautiful but less costly and far more durable. That is exactly why these early high polish 1911s are so hard to find today with any condition at all. Finding one with this much condition is nearly impossible. All of the standard features are present such as the fire blue long smooth trigger, flat main spring housing with loop, fire blue wide spur checkered hammer, fire blue checkered slide stop and safety, first type half moon front sight with U-notch, double diamond checkered walnut grips and a magazine with lanyard ring (no key hole). The left side of slide has the 1911 latest patent date. Right side of slide has COLT AUTOMATIC CALIBRE 45 legend with COLT COMMERCIAL MODEL on right side of frame. CONDITION: Excellent. Both straps are mostly grey patina with flashes of blue as is the base of grip safety which is to be expected as handling quickly dispersed the finish. That said, the balance of finish on this gun is outstanding. Most of the fire blue parts retain majority of that nitre blue. The right side of the trigger shows some raw metal but still retains 70%. The sides and base of frame retain at least 90% bright blue with just high edge wear. The slide shows some age freckling at top, some high edge wear and minor thinning in small areas but at least 85% bright blue remains. The legends are all crisp as new. The grips are superb. The barrel is a later replacement. The bore is crisp. Arguably, the most handsome Model 1911s ever produced. Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1911 Paperwork: Previous Listing Serial Number: C4074

(C) MEUSE ARGONNE ASSOCIATED FAMILY WWI COLT 1911 U.S. ARMY .45 ACP SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL

Lot #1445 (Sale Order 337 of 345)

Manufactured in 1918. This gun was consigned by the family (name sake ) of 1st Lt. (at the time of battle) James Alexander Crothers who was with the 808th Pioneer infantry. It is accompanied by his Officer's Record book by name with his wife's name and address as well. There is a hand written note on back page written by Major DeBoe praising his steadfast service while under heavy enemy fire at the Meuse-Argonne offensive fought from September 26 – November 11, 1918, " with a high degree of efficiency and fidelity of duty under the worst trying conditions". The Meuse-Argonne Offensive was part of the final Allied offensive of World War I. It was one of the attacks that brought an end to the War. James was born in Cecil County, Md. in 1893. Graduated from Delaware College in 1916 with a B.S. in civil engineering. Served as Corporal with the 1st Delaware Infantry while serving on the Mexican border, 1916-1917. Commissioned a 2nd Lieutenant, Infantry, 1917. Served overseas in World War I with the 808th Pioneer Infantry, 1918-1919. Retired from the Reserves with the rank of Brigadier General. The gun itself is a standard US issue Army with MODEL OF 1911 US ARMY on right side of slide. Left side of frame reads UNITED STATES PROPERTY. Features a long smooth trigger, flat main spring housing with loop, checkered wide spur hammer, double diamond checkered walnut grips, checkered slide stop and safety, bevel edge U-notch rear sight, JMG (John M. Gilbert) inspector stamp on left side of frame with visible HP barrel stamp. Magazine is not marked. CONDITION: Good. This gun appears as one should having seen such heavy service. There are flashes of original blue remaining. All of the legends are crisp. Pistol is basically a brown patina with an overall freckled appearance. The grips are solid but show wear. The bore is defined with abrasion. A family treasure for over 100 years associated with the horrific battle that ended the first World War. Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Colt Model: 1911 Paperwork: Officer Record Book Serial Number: 283684

(M) DOCUMENTED FACTORY SAMPLE COLT MINNESOTA STATE POLICE COMMEMORATIVE GOVERNMENT MODEL .45 ACP SEM

Lot #1446 (Sale Order 338 of 345)

This Series 70 Colt was offered in 1979 commemorating 50 years of service for the Minnesota State Police. The series was comprised of 500 guns. Each side of the slide is scroll engraved with special legends. The finish is factory two tone nickel. Rosewood grips have standard Colt gold medallions along with enameled State of Minnesota inset. Comes in box with paperwork and one magazine. This is a Colt Archive example. CONDITION: Excellent. Shows as near new with handling. Gun has a discreet import stamp at well. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 5" Caliber/Bore: .45 ACP FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Colt Model: Government Model Paperwork: Factory letter Serial Number: 74856G70

(C) VL & D RETAILER LARGE RING FLAT SIDE MAUSER C96 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH MATCHING STOCK

Lot #1447 (Sale Order 339 of 345)

Manufactured in 1899. This is an early flat side. The rear sight on this gun was only used on this model with 10 at top center. This scarce early model is discussed on page 66-67 in the System Mauser book by Breathed and Schroeder. Gun has all visible matching numbers as does the stock. Features the large ring, blue finish, fire blue extractor and rear sight adjusting bar. 23 groove walnut stocks with lanyard loop. The left side of frame is stamped Von Lengerke & Detmold New York. This was a well known New York importer and retailer for fine European weapons and gear. They were taken over by A&F in 1929. CONDITION: Fine. This gun retains at least 95% blue finish with some minor high edge wear but there is some spotting to the finish. Retains 50% of the niter blue. Grips are excellent. Bore is bright. Stock is excellent but does have repaired cracks and a chip on lid. Accessories: Holster Barrel Length: 5 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: 7.63mm Mauser FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Mauser Model: C96 Serial Number: 21142

(C) RARE EARLY KRIEGSMARINE LOW SCREW MAUSER HSC SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

Lot #1448 (Sale Order 340 of 345)

With serialization beginning at 700,000, this very early production pistol is numbered 700603 and is circa late 1940 or early 1941. Most notably, the first 1,345 or so frames, including this pistol, feature lower placement of the grip screws. The first 500 gun Kriegsmarine contract for the HSC pistol was fulfilled with these "low screw" guns, the remainder sold commercially. This example bears a Kriegsmarine eagle over "M" property marking on the front strap. Finished in polished blue with a matted sight trough. Early left-hand slide legend without decorative lines. Standard early 2-piece checkered walnut grips. Matching numbers observed on frame, slide, and barrel. 5 total magazines of several variations are included, including several early production examples correct for this pistol. CONDITION: Fine. Pistol retains the vast majority of its factory blue with some expected mild high edgewear and thinning. The rear portion of the slide has begun drifting slightly to plum. Grips show impressions and moderate wear throughout with some minor chipping around the left screw escutcheon. Bore is bright and strong with well defined rifling. Fine mechanics. A very scarce WWII German navy pistol variant with few examples known. Accessories: 4 Extra Mags Barrel Length: 3 - 1/4" Caliber/Bore: .32 ACP FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Mauser Model: HSc Paperwork: Info Serial Number: 700603

(C) EXCEPTIONAL FACTORY ENGRAVED AND INSCRIBED SMITH & WESSON NEW DEPARTURE .32 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLV

Lot #1449 (Sale Order 341 of 345)

Second model .32 New Departures were manufactured between 1902 and 1909, with matching numbers observed on butt, cylinder, and latch. Engraved with approximately 75% coverage of deluxe open acanthus scroll engraved with a punch dot background and shaded with hatching and chipped borderwork, in the manner of L.D. Nimschke. On the left side of the frame is an inscription "MISS PEARL JONES." in a ribbon on a finely stippled ground, with the reverse engraved "June 9th 1906" in one of the scroll curls. Fit with a set of pearl grips with brass S&W medallions. Blue trigger guard, trigger, and top latch. The action works and indexes fine. Checkered grip safety on the back strap. CONDITION: Metal retains the vast majority, approximately 80%, of the original nickel, with most losses confined to barrel assembly, at flutes and bottom of barrel, and grip straps. Case colors still visible on trigger, pearl grips have excellent fire and no cracks or chips. Mechanically fine, bore is bright and shiny with sharp lands and grooves. While research has been unable to locate Miss Pearl Jones, she must have been a person of some means to be in possession of such a revolver. Barrel Length: 3 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .32 S&W FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson Model: New Departure Serial Number: 145621

(C) RARE SMITH & WESSON PRE WAR .44 HAND EJECTOR TARGET DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

Lot #1450 (Sale Order 342 of 345)

It is estimated that less than 200 of these Model 1926 3rd model target revolvers were ever produced and were only made until 1941. There is no S in the serial number. It has all matching numbers, including the right grip panel. It is built on the square butt N-frame with five screws and the pinned barrel. Features pre-War high polish blue finish, round frame, Patridge front sight, pre-War adjustable rear sight, case color trigger and hammer with patent stamp, and matching pre-War S&W checkered walnut magna grips with silver medallions. CONDITION: Excellent. This revolver shows light muzzle wear, a light drag line, some minor high edge wear on frame and cylinder but still retains at least 95% factory blue. Case colors are excellent. Grips have a couple chips at butt. Action is smooth. Bore is bright. One of the hardest to find N-frame Smiths. Barrel Length: 6 - 1/2" Caliber/Bore: .44 Special FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson Model: 3rd Model .44 HE target Serial Number: 53950

(M) ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON MODEL 48-3 DOUBLE ACTION .22 MAGNUM REVOLVER WITH IVORY GRIPS.

Lot #1451 (Sale Order 343 of 345)

Manufactured in 1975. Built on the square butt K frame, 3-screw, with pinned barrel and recessed chambers. Gun features a blued target rear sight, nickel finish, and fitted with a set of silver medallion ivory grips, each hand numbered to the gun. Lastly, the gun features almost full coverage expertly hand cut scroll engraving with minute punch dot background. CONDITION: Excellent. Shows in as new condition with only minor handling marks. Bore is bright. Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .22 Magnum FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: Smith & Wesson Model: 48-3 Serial Number: 8K99820

(C) RARE SPECIAL FINISH "PINTO" SMITH & WESSON 44 MILITARY MODEL OF 1950 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH

Lot #1452 (Sale Order 344 of 345)

The factory letter states this was a shipment of eight guns with special blue and nickel finish sent to Rex Firearms of New York City on May 25th, 1954, all with 4" barrels, fixed sights, round blade front sight, and checkered walnut grips. The proper era gold box reads "1926 Model .44 Military Revolver" with blue finish listed on box with 4" barrel length. The letter calls this the Special Finish .44 Hand Ejector Third Model of 1950. Built on the square butt, N frame, 5-screw with pinned barrel and case color hammer and trigger. Cylinder and barrel are factory nickel, balance is blue, and are referred to by collectors as a Pinto Model. Matching serial number on cylinder and barrel. The letter states that eight were shipped but this cataloger could find no recent sale of another example of this scarce special finish model. Pinto finish guns are rare but never seen in the large N frame models. CONDITION: Excellent. Cylinder shows no signs of face burn or powder residue build up at forcing cone and retains virtually all of it's original finish with usual handling marks found on nickel finish. All legends are sharp. The excellent Smith & Wesson grips were replaced, not numbered to gun, but are the correct style and era. Action is fine. Bore is bright. Case colors are strong. One of the hardest to find of all post war N frame Smiths. Accessories: Box Barrel Length: 4" Caliber/Bore: .44 Special FFL Status: Curio & Relic Manufacturer: Smith and Wesson Model: Model 1950 Paperwork: Factory Letter Serial Number: S106476

(M) ISRAELI MILITARY INDUSTRIES DESERT EAGLE .50 AE SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH CASE.

Lot #1453 (Sale Order 345 of 345)

This is the big daddy of all large bore semi automatic pistols, the .50AE. The craze began in the early 70s with the .44 Automag made in Pasadena. This high quality monster was made in Israel by Magnum Research. It features a matte finish, 7-shot, single action with a white line adjustable rear sight, red faced front sight, composition grips. Comes in plastic case with one magazine. CONDITION: Excellent. Shows a hint of muzzle wear and light handling. Gun has a discreet import stamp at well. Accessories: Case Barrel Length: 6" Caliber/Bore: .50 AE FFL Status: Modern Manufacturer: IMI Model: Desert Eagle Paperwork: Ted Williams Provenance Serial Number: 81608


Firearms & Militaria - Day 1
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