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Rare U.S. Martial Second Contract North & Cheney Flintlock Pistol

Lot #1 (Sale Order 1 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 697, .72 caliber smoothbore, 8 1/2-inch round barrel, brass frame with bottom stamped: NORTH AND CHENEY BERLIN. Faintly visible PV on barrel at breech, as well as US. CH on front of walnut stock at butt.
Condition: Very good. Mellow brass patina, nicks and marks, primarily on buttcap. Steel brown patina, pitting, including at muzzle. Stock with chips, primarily from bottom front left at juncture with frame and at top right at juncture with barrel breech; repaired crack through grip at butt. Replacement mainspring, two frame screws and ramrod; mechanism needs repair, hammer will not stay at full or half cock.
Notes: One of a handful known of the 1,500 of the Second Contract North & Cheney pistols.
Estimate: 60000 - 80000

Rare And Fine Robert Mccormick U.S. Navy Flintlock Pistol, Marked Mccormick, U.S. And United States

Lot #2 (Sale Order 2 of 514)

Firearm. 64 caliber flintlock, 10 1/4-inch round barrel; brass mounted walnut full stock, with brass band 1-inch from muzzle; Ketland & Co. in script on lock plate; UNITED/STATES stamped behind hammer; US on breech of barrel with eagle head over P cartouche; V on left side of stock behind sideplate; US to rear of sideplate, and vertical marking in wood: ""McCORMICK"".
Condition: Fine. Gray patina to steel; light pitting on lock; mellow patina to brass, with pitting. Stock worn, metal and wood with old cleaning; repair to stock at front of lock and angling down to front tang of triggerguard.
Notes: The McCormick U.S. Navy Flintlock is a rarely seen U.S. martial arm, dating c. 1797-1800 - and possibly preceding the North & Cheney. This specimen is considered to be the best known example.
Provenance: James Wertenberger
Estimate: 18000 - 25000

Rare And Historic U.S. Martial Rappahannock Forge Revolutionary War Flintlock Light Dragoon Pistol,

Lot #3 (Sale Order 3 of 514)

Firearm. 69 caliber, 8 13/16-inch round barrel, marked SCHREIDER within engraved borders on top of breech; lock with engraved borders and inscribed RAPA FORGE; interior of lock mechanism stamped: IE and IP; brass mountings, including border-engraved large sideplate; light floral engraving on triggerguard; brass ferrules; American black walnut stock [see accompanying letter]; hickory ramrod. Lot accompanied by collection of numerous excavated artifacts allegedly from the original site of J. Hunter's Rappahannock Forge and a voluminous provenance, research and correspondence file on the pistol and the forge from the prior owners of the pistol. According to a letter included in the provenance file, the excavated relics were recovered in 1964 by Mr. James Wertenberger with permission from the then owner of the site of the famous forge, Mrs. Blaisdel. The items include: 1) ""T""-shaped brick. 2) Pewter bar. 3) Jew's harp. 4) Large balderic buckle. 5) Glass bottleneck. 6) Small brass weight. 7) Brass buckle. 8) Curved pistol lock. 9) Pewter spoon fragment. 10) Small pewter spoon with broken handle.
Condition: Very good. Brown patina to steel, with pitting; dented ramrod ferrules; old refacing to frizzen; stock with old cleaning; restoration to front section of fore-end; replacement hammer of same vintage as pistol.
Notes: Only approximately nine examples known of this type pistol, but most with Hunter barrel marking, rather than Schreider. Note styling of sideplate reminiscent of Kentucky Rifles of that period.
Provenance: H. Mercer 1908Donald Mercer 1955Al Goldberg 1967Walter J. O'Connor 1967James M. Wertenberger 1974
Illustrations: See Smith and Bitter U.S. Martial pistols book, pages 50-60; Schreider pistol pictured and described on pages 52-53. Also a letter published in the August, 1967 issue of The Gun Report, p. 63, mentions this exact pistol.
Estimate: 125000 - 175000

Rare Flintlock Pistol By H. Young & Co., New-york

Lot #4 (Sale Order 4 of 514)

Firearm. .62 caliber smoothbore, 8 3/4-inch steel barrel with Birmingham proofmarks at breech; made without sights; engraved lock, with H. YOUNG/& Co. marking; engraved barrel breech and upper tang, with NEW-YORK on breech; engraved brass triggerguard and buttcap; brass ramrod ferrule; brass tipped ramrod; oil-finished walnut stock.
Condition: Fine. Gray patina to steel; light pitting; stock with light nicks, minor wear.
Notes: Type used by civilians, or by Horse Troops, or issued to state militia. With embellishments, these pistols most likely to have been used by officers. See page 312 of Smith and Bitter book on U.S. Martial pistols for illustration of similar pistol, also marked H. Young & Co., New York.
Estimate: 3500 - 5500

U.S. Martially Marked Harpers Ferry Model 1805 Flintlock Pistol, Dated 1806

Lot #5 (Sale Order 5 of 514)

Firearm. .54 caliber smoothbore, 10 1/18-inch round barrel; lock with American eagle and shield over US forward of hammer; HARPERS/FERRY/1806 at tail of lock; barrel breech with markings in sunken ovals almost entirely removed, US and P still partially visible; walnut stock with inspector markings on left side opposite lock, V and apparently CW all within trefoil cartouche; brass mounts; hickory ramrod with swelled tip.
Condition: Very good. Gray and brown patina to steel with pitting, primarily on barrel; now worn front sight installed, as has been oval thumb piece escutcheon on stock; replacement ramrod; stock with nicks, marks and wear; crack through grip and minor wood repairs at front and back of lock. Touch-hole corroded.
Notes: Barrel number had been of three digits, the first being 1, and the third 6. Early eagle marking on lock, with raised, straight beak, indicating that number will be under 133.
Estimate: 10000 - 12000

U.S. Martially Marked Harpers Ferry Model 1805 Flintlock Pistol, Serial Number 462, Dated 1807

Lot #6 (Sale Order 6 of 514)

Firearm. .54 caliber smoothbore, 10 1/16-inch round barrel; lock with American eagle and shield over US forward of hammer; HARPERS/FERRY/1807 at tail of lock; barrel breech with number 462 and US and eagle head over P within sunken ovals; walnut stock with inspector markings on left side opposite lock; brass mounts; hickory ramrod with swelled tip.
Condition: Very good to fine. Gray and brown patina to steel with spots pitting; sharp markings; stock with nicks, marks and wear, chip at front of lockplate; possibly replaced hammer and wedge; patina and slight bend in triggerguard.
Estimate: 8500 - 10000

U.S. Martially Marked Harpers Ferry Model 1805 Flintlock Pistol, Serial Number 1627, Dated 1808

Lot #7 (Sale Order 7 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber smoothbore, 10 1/8-inch round barrel; lock with American eagle and shield over US forward of hammer; HARPERS/FERRY/1808 at tail of lock; barrel breech with number 1627 and US and eagle head over P within sunken ovals; walnut stock with inspector markings lightly visible; brass mounts.
Condition: Very good. Gray and brown patina; pitting. Stock with nicks, marks on left side opposite lock; light dent to fore-end brass band. Ramrod missing.
Estimate: 12000 - 18000

U.S. Martially Marked Harpers Ferry Model 1805 Flintlock Pistol, Serial Number 1687, Dated 1808

Lot #8 (Sale Order 8 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber smoothbore, 10 1/8-inch round barrel; lock with American eagle and shield over US forward of hammer; HARPERS/FERRY/1808 at tail of lock; barrel breech with number 1687 and US and eagle head over P within sunken ovals; walnut stock with inspector markings V over JS lightly visible; brass mounts; hickory ramrod with brass tip. MB stamped on stock near buttcap.
Condition: Very good. Gray and brown patina; pitting; replacement hammer screw and screw. Old revarnished stock with nicks, wear; crack to right of trigger and at main sideplate screw; light bends to fore-end brass band.
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

U.S. Martially Marked Model 1808 Flintlock Pistol By Simeon North

Lot #9 (Sale Order 9 of 514)

Firearm..64 caliber smoothbore, 10 3/16-inch round barrel; lock with American eagle motif over U STATES forward of hammer; S.NORTH/BERLIN/CON. markings at tail of lock; brass flashpan; brass buttplate, triggerguard, sideplate and ramrod ferrule; otherwise bright steel mountings, including belthook; oil-finished walnut stock with no visible inspector marking. Fine. Gray patina to steel, with pitting; mellow patina to brass; stock with nicks, marks. Replacement ramrod, flashpan, mainspring and top jaw, and few screws; slight repairs to stock near lockplate.
Condition: Very good age. Gray patina, pitting; mellow patina to brass, nicks on butt; stock with few nicks, and old repair from lock down to triggerguard; old repair to crack at left fore-end and at left side at butt; minor chips.
Provenance: Clay P. Bedford
Estimate: 10000 - 15000

U.S. Martially Marked Model 1808 Simeon North Pistol, Arsenal Conversion To Percussion

Lot #10 (Sale Order 10 of 514)

Firearm..69 caliber smoothbore, 10 1/8-inch round barrel; lock with U STATES forward of hammer; S.NORTH/BERLIN/CON. markings at tail of lock; brass flashpan remnant with steel conversion bolster; brass buttcap, triggerguard, sideplate and ramrod ferrule; otherwise parts of browned steel; oil-finished walnut stock with no visible inspector marking.
Condition: Very good to fine. 95% browned finish; light nicks. Mellow patina to brass; stock with nicks, marks, cracks; wedge at front of fore-end to prevent separation.
Notes: Considered to be the best conditioned Model 1808 arsenal conversion known.
Estimate: 4500 - 6000

Rare J. Henry Flintlock Contract Pistol, C. 1807-08

Lot #11 (Sale Order 11 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber smoothbore, 9 13/16-inch pin-fastened round barrel without visible markings; barrel made without sights; pointed terminus lock with J. HENRY marking forward of hammer, PHILA vertically to rear; brass mountings; steel with browned finish; walnut stock and brass mounted wood ramrod.
Condition: Fine. Deep brown patina to steel, pitting; mellow patina to brass; replacement hammer and ramrod; stock with nicks, wear; light cracks by sideplate; stock shortened at muzzle due to split, which has been partially repaired.
Provenance: Dr. James LucieJohnie Bassett
Estimate: 5000 - 8000

Rare John Miles Large State Of Virginia Contract Military Flintlock Pistol

Lot #12 (Sale Order 12 of 514)

Firearm..64 caliber smoothbore, 10-inch round barrel marked on top MILES PHILAD 4 REG VIRGA; lock with pointed terminus marked .MILES PHILA.; brass mountings including sideplate; walnut stock with brass band near tip; hickory ramrod; R stamped at front of butt of stock.
Condition: Very good. Brown and gray patina to steel, pitting and wear; mechanism needs repair, hammer will not stay at full or half cock. Stock with old cleaning, light mars; some chipping, primarily at right of upper tang at barrel breech, at buttcap and by triggerguard strap.
Notes: Rare, perhaps unique, with Virginia regimental marking.
Provenance: Giles Cromwell
Estimate: 18000 - 25000

Rare Virginia Manufactory First Model Flintlock Pistol

Lot #13 (Sale Order 13 of 514)

Firearm..75 caliber smoothbore, 12 1/4-inch round barrel marked P at breech; lock with pointed terminus marked VIRGINIA forward of hammer, and stamped vertically RICHMOND/1810 at tail; steel mountings. Walnut full stock with double front barrel band; brass blade front sight on rear band.
Condition: Very good. Brown patina, pitting; replacement hammer and ramrod; crack to triggerguard plate from screw to left when viewed from bottom. Stock worn and with nicks, mars; crack from rear of lock and matching on opposite side of stock; chips from stock at bottom rear of lock, and light chipping around sideplate and at rear of barrel band.
Notes: Largest of the U.S. Martial flintlock pistols.
Illustrations: See Smith and Bitter U.S. Martial pistols book, pp. 240-41 with illustrated similar examples.
Estimate: 15000 - 20000

Fine U.S. Martially Marked Model 1811 Flintlock Pistol By Simeon North

Lot #14 (Sale Order 14 of 514)

Firearm..74 caliber smoothbore, 8 5/8-inch round barrel, with P/US on breech; barrel left side also marked with sunken eagle head and CT and V; lock with American eagle motif over U STATES forward of hammer; S.NORTH/BERLIN./CON. markings at tail of lock; P on backstrap to rear of top screw; brass flashpan; brass buttplate, triggerguard, sideplate and ramrod ferrule; otherwise bright steel mountings; oil-finished walnut stock with U.S. Ordnance inspector mark V over HHP on left side. Tiny V on various screws and on sideplate. Breech plug marked 74, as is the stock.
Condition: Fine. Gray patina to steel, with pitting; mellow patina to brass; stock with nicks, marks. Old replacement frizzen.
Estimate: 15000 - 20000

Fine U.S. Martially Marked Model 1811 Simeon North Pistol, Arsenal Conversion To Percussion

Lot #15 (Sale Order 15 of 514)

Firearm..69 caliber smoothbore, 8 3/4-inch round barrel with US, sunken eagle head over CT stamp and V at breech; lock with American eagle motif above U STATES forward of hammer; S.NORTH/BERLIN./CON. markings at tail of lock; brass flashpan remnant with steel conversion bolster; brass buttcap, triggerguard, sideplate and ramrod ferrule; otherwise parts of browned steel, though lock may have been bright; oil-finished walnut stock with U.S. inspector marking V/HHP on left side opposite lock.
Condition: Fine. 90% browned finish, fading; light nicks; nipple partially corroded. Mellow patina to brass; stock with nicks, minor crack from rear of lock and on left side at barrel breech.
Notes: One of the best conditioned Model 1811 arsenal conversions known.
Estimate: 6000 - 12000

Rare J. Henry Flintlock Navy Boarding Pistol Of 1812

Lot #16 (Sale Order 16 of 514)

Firearm..58 caliber smoothbore, 10 3/8-inch pin-fastened round barrel, P sunken mark on breech; pointed terminus lock with J. HENRY marking forward of hammer; brass mountings; steel with browned finish; walnut stock and hickory ramrod. Brass belt hook secured by rear sideplate screw and secondary screw into stock. N stamped on internal parts.
Condition: Very good. Brown patina to steel parts, with light pitting, nicks; stock with old cleaning, cracks, minor chipping; repair where ramrod enters stock; replacement hammer and ramrod.
Notes: Similar pistol on page 189 of Smith and Bitter book on U.S. martial pistols.
Estimate: 5000 - 7500

Rare Joseph Henry U.S. Navy Contract Model 1812 Flintlock Pistol

Lot #17 (Sale Order 17 of 514)

Firearm..58 caliber smoothbore, 10-inch pin-fastened round barrel, eagle head over CT sunken mark on breech; pointed terminus lock with J. HENRY/PHILA marking forward of hammer; brass mountings; steel with browned finish; walnut stock and ramrod. Steel belt hook secured by rear sideplate screw.
Condition: Very good. Brown patina to steel, with pitting, nicks, mars; stock with nicks, marks; repair to belthook.
Estimate: 7500 - 10000

Rare J. Henry Flintlock Militia Contract Pistol, C. 1812

Lot #18 (Sale Order 18 of 514)

Firearm..62 caliber smoothbore, 9 7/8-inch pin-fastened round barrel with sunken P marking at breech; unidentified number and letter stampings on upper tang; barrel with brass blade front sight; slightly pointed terminus to lock with American eagle motif over J. HENRY marking forward of hammer, PHILA vertically to rear; brass mountings; steel likely made with browned finish; walnut stock and hickory ramrod.
Condition: Very good. Gray and brown patina to steel, pitting; stock with repaired fore-end and small piece above upper tail of lock; oval relief copper thumbpiece escutcheon added likely after service use; nicks and wear on stock, light chipping, minor cracks. Mechanism needs repair; hammer does not stay at half or full cock.
Estimate: 10000 - 12000

U.S. Martially Marked Model 1813 Flintlock Pistol By Simeon North

Lot #19 (Sale Order 19 of 514)

Firearm..75 caliber smoothbore, 9 1/8-inch round barrel, with P/US on breech; lock with S. NORTH over American eagle motif with U and S either side over MIDLN CON. markings; steel mountings, brass flashpan; blue and case-hardened lock; oil-finished walnut stock with U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouche, with AV above, on left side. HHK over touch hole on barrel breech.
Condition: Good to very good. Pitting and gray and brown patina, most pronounced on barrel and band; sear and sear spring old replacements, resulting in gouging the opening in the stock at rear of lockplate, leaving tip of sear visible; top jaw and screw, main spring and ramrod replacements; repair to stock where ramrod channel had been exposed.
Notes: Double necked barrel band, with grooves on either side of both necks; brass blade front sight atop front neck, as typical of the Model 1816 North band; but this band is original to this pistol, and will not go on the 1816 North. Pistol c. 1813-1814.
Estimate: 12000 - 18000

Rare Virginia Manufactory Second Model Flintlock Pistol Dated 1814, Assembly Number 222

Lot #20 (Sale Order 20 of 514)

Firearm..64 caliber smoothbore, 10-inch round barrel marked 222 on underside, as well as on inside of sideplate; lock with pointed terminus marked VIRGINIA forward of hammer, and stamped vertically RICHMOND/1814 at tail; brass mountings including brass buttcap screw; walnut stock; barrel with swivel ramrod. Assembly number 6 inside triggerguard. VII on stock under sideplate; inside of lockplate with P and 00 and several single 0 markings.
Condition: Good to very good. Brown patina, pitting; replaced top jaw and one screw; stock with dents, mars, chipping from upper edge of stock bordering lock; gouge on bottom of stock adjacent to front of triggerguard tang.
Provenance: James Wertenberger
Illustrations: See Smith and Bitter U.S. Martial pistols book, pp. 242-43 with illustrated similar example.
Estimate: 12000 - 18000

Fine U.S. Martially Marked Model 1816 Flintlock Pistol By Simeon North

Lot #21 (Sale Order 21 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber smoothbore, 9 1/16-inch round barrel, with P/US and OA on breech; lock with S. NORTH marking, over American eagle motif with U and S either side over MIDLN CON. markings; steel mountings, brass flashpan; blue and case-hardened lock; balance browned finish; oil-finished walnut stock with U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouche OA, on left side. Tiny X and . stampings on various parts, including sideplate and sideplate screws.
Condition: Fine. 35% browned finish; minor wear and patina, pitting. Stock with nicks and marks; crack to right of triggerguard strap and at butt.
Notes: An early example of the Model 1816 North U.S. Martial pistol.
Estimate: 3500 - 5500

Simeon North U.S. Model 1816 Flintlock Pistol, Marked Sny

Lot #22 (Sale Order 22 of 514)

Firearm..54 smoothbore caliber, 9-inch barrel, with P and 1 over US and S.N.Y. markings at breech, accompanied by B1 on right side of barrel near touch hole; S. NORTH and Middletown address with U.S. and American eagle and shield on lock forward of hammer; inspector cartouche lightly visible on left side of stock.
Condition: Good to very good. Gray patina, nicks, pitting to steel, latter primarily on barrel; stock with cracks, some chipping, wear and nicks. Missing hammer, top jaw and screw, as well as sear and tumbler.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

U.S. Martially Marked Simeon North Model 1816 Flintlock Pistol

Lot #23 (Sale Order 23 of 514)

Firearm..72 caliber smoothbore, 9 1/16-inch round barrel, with slight octagonal contour at breech, marked with P/US; lock with S. NORTH marking, over American eagle motif with U and S either side over MIDLN CON markings; steel mountings, brass flashpan; blue and case-hardened lock; balance appears to have been bright finish; oil-finished walnut stock with U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouche, LS on left side. Tiny o and . stampings on various parts including sideplate and sideplate screws.
Condition: Very good. Sound condition with some pitting and age gray patina. Stock with some mars and wear.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

U.S. Martially Marked Model 1817 Flintlock Pistol By Springfield Armory, Dated 1818

Lot #24 (Sale Order 24 of 514)

Firearm..69 caliber smoothbore, 10 7/8-inch round barrel, with sunken P over eagle head over V on breech; date 1818 at barrel breech; lock with American eagle motif over U S; at tail of lock, SPRING/FIELD/1818; steel mountings, including flashpan; bright finish steel parts; oil-finished walnut stock with U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouche on left side. Ramrod with steel mount at smaller end.
Condition: Very good. Gray patina, pitting. Stock with nicks, appears old revarnish with 50% remaining. Replacement top jaw and screw.
Notes: Partially manufactured in 1807, and completed in 1818. Note gooseneck hammer. One of the first type Model 1817 pistols, of which only 400 produced.
Provenance: Dr. James LucieJohnie Bassett
Estimate: 18000 - 25000

U.S. Martially Marked Model 1819 Flintlock Pistol By Simeon North

Lot #25 (Sale Order 25 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber smoothbore, 10-inch round barrel, with JDJ/P/US on breech; lock with S. NORTH marking, over American eagle motif with U and S either side over MIDLTN CONN. markings forward of hammer, date 1822 beneath hammer sliding safety at tail of lock; steel mountings, brass flashpan; blue and case-hardened lock; balance browned finish; oil-finished walnut stock with partially obliterated U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouche on left side.
Condition: Very good to fine. 10% brown finish, remaining, with gray and brown patina, pitting; stock with nicks and mars, primarily on left side of stock.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

J.J. Henry Model 1826 Flintlock Navy Pistol, Made Without U.S. Markings

Lot #26 (Sale Order 26 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber flintlock, 8 5/8-inch barrel, lock marked J.J. HENRY/BOULTON; steel mountings; varnished walnut stock.
Condition: Very good to fine. Gray patina to steel; pitting, most pronounced near touch hole and at muzzle; stock with wear, nicks and cracks, small repair to wood rear of lock.
Estimate: 4500 - 6500

U.S. Martially Marked Model 1836 Flintlock Pistol By Springfield Armory, One Of Small Number Of Prot

Lot #27 (Sale Order 27 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber smoothbore, 8 1/2-inch round barrel, with US/JM/P on breech; LS on left side at flat of barrel at breech; lock with American eagle and shield marking forward of hammer; steel mountings, marking appearing to be J on triggerguard strap and sideplate; brass flashpan; blue and case-hardened lock; oil-finished walnut stock with L on left side above sideplate.
Condition: Very good. Gray patina, with pitting; some nicks. Stock with nicks and light wear.
Notes: Believed to be one of the 25 or 30 prototypes or models. Identical to Waters and Johnson pistols, other than markings.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Fine U.S. Martially Marked Model 1836 Flintlock Pistol By Asa Waters, Anchor Motif Indicating U.S. N

Lot #28 (Sale Order 28 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber smoothbore, 8 1/2-inch round barrel, with US/JH/P on breech; lock with American eagle head over A. WATERS/MILBURY, MS./1837 markings; steel mountings, brass flashpan; blue and case-hardened lock; oil-finished walnut stock with two U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouches FH and MPL on left side. Individual letter stamps include H on various parts. Anchor motif on triggerguard and sideplate and small eagle motif on triggerguard strap near butt cap.
Condition: Fine. Gray and brown patina; pitting; traces finish on lock; stock fine with light marks; repair near barrel breech, left side.
Estimate: 3500 - 5500

Fine U.S. Martially Marked Model 1836 Flintlock Pistol By A. Waters, With Rare North Carolina Militi

Lot #29 (Sale Order 29 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber smoothbore, 8 1/2-inch round barrel, with US/JH/P on breech, with N.CAROLINA; lock with eagle head motif above A. WATERS/MILBURY, MS./1838 markings; steel mountings, brass flashpan; blue and case-hardened lock; oil-finished walnut stock with U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouches JH and MPL on left side. L on left side of stock near sideplate. Individual letter stamps include K and H on various parts.
Condition: Fine. Brown patina to steel, light pitting; finish on lock, fading; dent to barrel at left side of breech; stock fine with storage nicks and marks.
Estimate: 3500 - 5500

Fine U.S. Martially Marked Model 1836 Flintlock Pistol By Robert Johnson

Lot #30 (Sale Order 30 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber smoothbore, 8 1/2-inch round barrel, with US/JH/P on breech; lock with US over R. JOHNSON/MIDDN CONN./1842 markings; steel mountings, brass flashpan; blue and case-hardened lock; oil-finished walnut stock with two U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouches JCB and WAT on left side. Individual letter stamp B on various parts.
Condition: Fine. Gray and brown patina; light surface pitting; 50% old varnish on steel parts; stock fine with light marks, except ding around pin near cartouches.
Estimate: 5000 - 8000

Walnut Stock, With Triggerguard And Butt Mountings For U.S. Martial Model 1805 Harpers Ferry Flintlo

Lot #31 (Sale Order 31 of 514)

Firearm.Overall length 11-inches; brass buttcap in place, triggerguard with trigger and triggerplate, missing forward tang of triggerguard; with sideplate, rear ramrod escutcheon and forward brass stock band.
Condition: Very good. Missing rear tang of main ramrod ferrule; and front tang of triggerguard. Smooth patina to stock; light dents; needs careful cleaning; mellow patina to brass. Wood repairs to both sides of stock and adjacent to triggerguard.
Estimate: 350 - 550

Lot Of Assorted Gun Parts

Lot #32 (Sale Order 32 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Rare North & Cheney flintlock cock. Marked with heart and K. 2) early pattern Colt single action hammer. 3) Side hammer for an Ira Johnson U.S. Model 1842 percussion pistol. 4) Stock tang screw for a Hall carbine. 5) Flintlock cock for a McCormick flintlock pistol . 6) Mainspring for a Colt single action revolver. 7) Colt mid-production pattern single action hammer. 8) Cylinder pin for a Colt single action revolver. 9) Grip escutcheon screw for a large frame revolver.
Condition: All are very good to excellent with light age wear and patina.
Estimate: 700 - 900

Rare Ohio Surcharged U.S. Harpers Ferry Model 1795 Flintlock Musket

Lot #33 (Sale Order 33 of 514)

Firearm..69 caliber, 45-inch barrel with bayonet lug and three iron bands. Breech marked: US[within oval]/eaglehead over P[within oval]/Ohio. Lock marked: [eagle with US shield]/Harpers/Ferry/1815. Last year of production for this configuration. Marked GC behind lower tang. Standard walnut stock with V/JS cartouche. Also marked: V.
Condition: Fine. All original and in exceptional condition for this model. Metal cleaned and showing minor pitting at breech. Frizzen screw replaced. Wood very good, showing light wear and bruises.
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

U.S. Springfield Model 1795 Musket, Dated 1800

Lot #34 (Sale Order 34 of 514)

Firearm..69 caliber, 44 1/2-inch barrel with three iron bands and bayonet lug. Breech marked: P/[eaglehead]/V/US(faint). Deep cartouche. Lock marked: Springfield/[eagle]/US. Standard walnut stock with faint cartouche, letter A and a numeral 3 stamped opposite lock. Buttplate dated:1800. Steel ramrod. Sling mounts.
Condition: Very good to fine. Metal with rich brown age patina with large patch of pitting near breech. Wood with light, even wear and scattered minor dents and bruises present. A fine example of this model.
Estimate: 8000 - 10000

U.S. Springfield Model 1795 Musket, Dated 1808

Lot #35 (Sale Order 35 of 514)

Firearm..69 caliber, 44 1/2-inch barrel with three iron bands and bayonet lug. Breech marked: P/[eaglehead]/V/V/US. Flintlock mechanism marked: 1808/US/[eagle]/Springfield. Standard walnut stock with LS inspector mark opposite lock. Counterplate marked: V. Marked behind lower tang: SBD. Buttplate marked: 1808. Steel ramrod. Sling mounts.
Condition: Very good. Metal lightly cleaned, now showing a mottled grey patina with scattered light pitting overall. Wood with wear and light marks throughout. Missing front sling mount.
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

U.S. Springfield Model 1795 Flintlock Musket

Lot #36 (Sale Order 36 of 514)

Firearm..69 caliber, 41 1/2-inch barrel with three iron bands and bayonet lug. No markings on barrel. Lock faintly marked: US/[eagle]/Springfield/1812. Standard walnut stock with US cartouche opposite lock and stamped: ""A"" behind tang. Buttplate marked: 1812. Sling eyes. No sling mounts present.
Condition: Very good. Metal showing brown patina and minor pitting near breech. Wood very good, showing scattered wear; dents and blemishes. Minor hairline cracks in buttstock and in front of lock. No sling mounts present.
Estimate: 8000 - 10000

Unmarked New England Militia-style Flintlock Musket

Lot #37 (Sale Order 37 of 514)

Firearm..62 caliber, unmarked 44-inch round barrel with open sights. Lock marked: W. Ketland. Walnut stock with brass furniture. Triggerguard with arrowhead-shaped forward tang. Raised brass oval wrist escutcheon. Steel ramrod.
Condition: Excellent for this model. Smooth brown patina with minor pitting near breech. Excellent wood with only minor wear and marks.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Unmarked New England Flintlock Militia-style Musket

Lot #38 (Sale Order 38 of 514)

Firearm..70 caliber, 41-inch unmarked round barrel secured by three wedges. Engraved hammer and lock marked: Allport/Latewth/Ketland & Co. Engraved brass counterplate. Walnut stock with vacant pewter oval wrist escutcheon surrounded with silver wire inlay. Engraved brass furniture and buttplate. Steel ramrod. A fine example of the New England militia-style musket. Made between 1800 and 1830 [see Flayderman, 9B013].
Condition: Fine. Metal with mottled grey patina with scattered light pitting near breech. Wood with light wear and minor marks.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

Rare Early U.S. Surcharged Socket Bayonet

Lot #39 (Sale Order 39 of 514)

Firearm.14 3/4-inch triangular blade marked: US. 3 1/4-inch collar. No other markings. No scabbard.
Condition: Good. Metal with dark age patina and scattered wear and pitting.
Estimate: 250 - 300

Lot Of Two U.S. Socket Bayonets

Lot #40 (Sale Order 40 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Socket Bayonet for the T. French Contract Musket16 3/4-inch triangular blade marked U.S./J.A. Central fuller extending half way down blade. No inspector marks. Locking ring. No scabbard. 2) Scarce Socket Bayonet for the U.S Model 1795 Musket. 16-inch triangular blade with fuller running half way up blade. ""Dot"" stamp near base of blade. No other markings. No scabbard.
Condition: 1) Good to very good. Metal with scattered wear, pitting and patina. 2) Very good with light wear and pitting. No scabbard.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Lot Of Two Socket Bayonets

Lot #41 (Sale Order 41 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) British Marked Socket Bayonet with Scabbard17-inch triangular blade marked: [broad arrow]/WD/[crown]/E/12/P. Black leather scabbard with brass hardware and belt stud. 2) Unidentified unmarked example with 20-inch triangular blade. Locking ring. No scabbard.
Condition: 1) Very good to excellent with scattered wear and patina. Scabbard excellent. 2) Excellent with light age wear.
Estimate: 350 - 550

Socket Bayonet For The British Brown Bess Musket

Lot #42 (Sale Order 42 of 514)

Firearm.15 3/4-inch flat triangular blade marked: John Gill. 4-inch collar with rolled lip. No scabbard.
Condition: Very good with scattered light wear and pitting. A few nicks to edge of blade.
Estimate: 250 - 350

Lot Of Two Assorted Socket Bayonets

Lot #43 (Sale Order 43 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Socket bayonet for a U.S. Harpers Ferry Model 1815 Rifle. 15 3/4-inch triangular blade marked: U.S. Shank marked: E/25. No other markings. No scabbard. 2) Unidentified socket bayonet with 16-inch unmarked triangular blade. No locking ring. No scabbard. Possibly for a U.S. Model 1795 musket.
Condition: Both are good to very good with scattered wear, pitting and patina.
Estimate: 450 - 650

Lot Of Four Assorted U.S. Socket Bayonets

Lot #44 (Sale Order 44 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Rare Socket Bayonet for the Evans Model 1816 Musket. 18 1/4-inch triangular blade marked: U.S. No inspector stamps. Standard locking ring. No scabbard. 2) Rare Socket Bayonet for the U.S. Model 1816 Wickham Contract Musket. 16-inch triangular blade marked: N0 [?]. Shank marked: E/25. Shallow fuller that extends halfway down blade. Standard locking ring. No scabbard. 3) U.S. Socket Bayonet for the U.S. Model 1842 Rifle. 18-inch blade marked: US. Locking ring. No scabbard. 4) Unmarked triangular bayonet. 16-inch flat-topped triangular blade. No locking ring on collar.
Condition: 1) Very good to excellent with scattered wear and light spotting. No scabbard. 2) Excellent with scattered light wear and spotting. 3) Excellent with light wear and patina. 4) Good to very good. Tip of blade with wear. Minor spotting and patina.
Estimate: 700 - 900

U.S. Harpers Ferry Model 1803, Second Type Flintlock Rifle

Lot #45 (Sale Order 45 of 514)

Firearm..60 caliber, 36-inch part round/part octagon browned barrel with open sights. Seven-groove rifling. Steel under-rib. Marked at breech: US [within oval]/eaglehead over P [within oval]. Lock with small eagle over US/Harpers/Ferry/1819. Standard walnut stock with brass furniture and patchbox. Stock with N.E.B. inspector cartouche and ""V"" marking opposite lock. C.F.C. cartouche behind lower tang. Steel ramrod.
Condition: Fine to excellent for this model. All original with metal showing brown patina and minor pitting. Triggerguard lightly sprung from wood. Excellent wood with only minor wear and marks in evidence.
Estimate: 10000 - 15000

Scarce U.S. Model 1808 Contract Flintlock Musket By T. French

Lot #46 (Sale Order 46 of 514)

Firearm..74 caliber, 44 5/8-inch barrel with three iron bands. No bayonet lug. Breech marked: [oval with eaglehead/CT (for contract)]/US. Lock mechanism marked: American spread eagle over US in an oval appearing in front of hammer; aft of hammer, marked vertically: 1809/Canton[in a curve]/French. Standard pattern cherrywood stock, the left side with a trefoil cartouche marked: V/CW (Charles Williams). Steel ramrod marked US. Sling mounts.
Condition: Very good. Metal showing dark age patina with pitting near lock. Wood excellent for this model, showing wear with minor dents and bruises.
Notes: This scarce musket is in outstanding, untouched original condition. The marking on the lockplate slightly differ from the six variations described in Reilly, page 83. This is one of the early martial muskets as shown by the date and markings and obviously was used by the U.S. Army.
Estimate: 3500 - 5500

U.S. Harpers Ferry Model 1816 Flintlock Musket

Lot #47 (Sale Order 47 of 514)

Firearm..69 caliber, 42-inch barrel with bayonet lug and three iron bands. Marked at breech: US [within oval]/eaglehead over ""P"". Lock marked: eagle with US on shield/Harpers/Ferry/1816. Standard walnut stock with v/JL script cartouche/V. Letter ""C"" behind lower tang. Ramrod with ""N"" stamp. Sling mounts.
Condition: Very good to fine. Metal with grey-brown age patina with scattered wear and pitting. Wood very good with scattered light wear and marks.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

U.S. Harpers Ferry Model 1816 Flintlock Musket

Lot #48 (Sale Order 48 of 514)

Firearm..69 caliber, 42 1/8-inch barrel with bayonet lug. Three iron barrel bands. Breech marked: US[within oval]/eaglehead over P[within oval]. Lock marked: [eagle/US]/Harpers/Ferry/1818. Standard walnut stock with v/JL cartouche. Also marked: N/V/AT. lllegible mark behind tang. Sling mounts.
Condition: Very good to fine. Metal with brown age patina and scattered pitting, particularly near breech. Wood fine with minor dents and bruises.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Military Style Powder Flask Formerly Attributed To James Baker, Philadelphia, C. 1827

Lot #49 (Sale Order 49 of 514)

Firearm.Four round rings for use with carrying cord; embossed bugle and ""PUBLIC/PROPERTY"" on one side, with embossed bugle motif only on opposite side.
Notes: This flask may have been issued with the Model 1817 U.S. Contract musket, and the Model 1819 Hall U.S. military rifle. Manufacture possibly in continental Europe, or in Liverpool, England. Similar item in Ray Riling The Powder Flask Book, item 853.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Scarce And Unique 18th-century Gold-inlaid Ottoman Flintlock Carbine

Lot #50 (Sale Order 50 of 514)

Firearm..80 caliber with octagonal bore. 28 7/8-inch swamped octagonal barrel with scrolled gold wire inlay decoration. Two die-stamped metal barrel bands. Gold-inlaid flintlock mechanism marked: unVaiodlos [?], Roller-type frizzen spring. Ornate relief-carved walnut stock with copper alloy wrist escutcheon with white metal triggerguard and buttplate. Bone inlays in front of buttplate. Steel ramrod. Sling rings.
Condition: Very good. Steel elements with dark age patina. Front barrel band an early replacement. Scattered minor losses to gold inlay. Wood very good with wear and patina.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

American Fullstock Flintlock ""tennessee Mountain"" Rifle

Lot #51 (Sale Order 51 of 514)

Firearm..58 caliber, 43-inch unmarked round barrel with punch-engraved scalloped decoration. Open sights. Flintlock mechanism with roller frizzen spring. Lock marked: W & G/Chance. Full walnut stock with steel furniture, the triggerguard and buttplate with interesting and unique ""finned"" tangs. Silver heart-shaped wrist escutcheon inscribed: W.W.M. 1821. Wooden ramrod. Without the grace and charm of a true Pennsylvania rifle, this example does not have the traditional curvature found on Pennsylvania rifles and was probably made in the Carolinas or East Tennessee. This rifle is very sturdy and practical. The lock is English made as with many early American guns of this period. It is completely original and not a re-conversion.
Condition: Fine to excellent condition for this type of rifle, the steel with pleasant grey-brown age patina. Stock with age wear and showing several hairline age cracks in buttstock with scattered wear and period repairs.
Notes: The maker of the lock is William Chance & Son, Shops in London and Birmingham. Made four-barrel pocket pistols, duelling pistols and later percussion naval pistols.
Estimate: 4000 - 5000

Unmarked And Unadorned Fullstock Pennsylvania Flintlock Rifle

Lot #52 (Sale Order 52 of 514)

Firearm..45 caliber, 43 1/4-inch unmarked octagonal barrel with dovetailed silver blade front sight. Unmarked flintlock mechanism. Tiger maple stock with brass furniture and patchbox. Hardwood ramrod.
Condition: Fine. Steel with dark brown age patina. Excellent wood with light wear overall.
Estimate: 5000 - 8000

Fine Classic Fullstock Pennsylvania Percussion Rifle By Rogers Brothers & Co.

Lot #53 (Sale Order 53 of 514)

Firearm..45 caliber, 42 1/8-inch unmarked octagonal barrel with dovetailed German silver blade-type front sight and open rear sight. Engraved percussion lock mechanism marked: Rogers & Brothers/Warranted. Handsome tiger maple stock with four recurved silver wedge escutcheons having silver fish inlays between each wedge position. Lock flanked by heart-shaped silver inlays. Oval silver wrist escutcheon and U-shaped silver inlay around tang. Brass furniture. Ornately engraved scrolled brass patchbox and counterplate. Pierced silver oval cheek inlay with saw-tooth edges and pierced 8-pointed star center. Wooden ramrod.
Condition: Fine. Barrel and other steel elements showing smooth grey patina with one or two minor spots of fine pitting present. Wood very good, showing even wear and patina. Filled hole behind tang.
Notes: Rogers, John & Charles (Brothers) 1809-1846. General gunsmiths at 7 North Second Street, 1809 to 1810, then at 52 High St., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1810-1846. Made flintlock and percussion Pennsylvania rifles and flintlock holster pistols. In 1814, they bought the Valley Forge Iron Works at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, converting it to a gunsmithery, and had the government contract for Model 1816 flintlock muskets.
Estimate: 8000 - 10000

Fine And Elegant Kentucky Flintlock Pistol By C. Bird & Co. Philadelphia, C. 1800

Lot #54 (Sale Order 54 of 514)

Firearm..44 caliber flintlock, 9-inch octagonal smoothbore barrel with brass blade front sight; steel rear sight integral with upper tang; engraved lockplate with C. BIRD & Co/PHILADA/WARRANTED marking; brass mounts, most of them engraved, including pineapple finial on triggerguard plate; plain brass sideplate; hickory ramrod. Stock of maple with simulated striping, oil finished.
Condition: Fine. Gray patina to steel; light pitting; mellow patina to brass; stock with nicks and wear.
Provenance: William M. Locke
Illustrations: The William M. Locke Collection, page 411
Estimate: 8000 - 12000

Unmarked Eprouvette

Lot #55 (Sale Order 55 of 514)

Firearm.Unmarked brass frame and testing wheel. Wheel scale marked at 1 to 8. Walnut stock. Possibly of American manufacture.
Condition: Very good with age wear and patina. Wood very good.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Lot Of Two Assorted Powder Horns

Lot #56 (Sale Order 56 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Plain medium size powder horn with carved spout and wooden plug. Size: 9-inches long. No stopper. 2) Another plain medium size horn with carved spout and wooden plug with copper band.
Condition: Both are very good to excellent with light age patina.
Estimate: 150 - 200

Lot Of Two Antique Powderhorns

Lot #57 (Sale Order 57 of 514)

Firearm.1) Measuring along outside curve respectively approximately 11 1/2 and 17-inches. The 11-inch with brass plug engraved G/69; and with top likely taken from a powder flask; carrying sling ring mounts. 2) The 17-inch with wood base and with removable wood plug; tip of brass and with thumb lever for releasing powder; wood plug stamped with WD and broad arrow, indicating British Ordnance use.
Condition: Very good. Minor wear; patina; some chipping to wood.
Estimate: 900 - 1200

Lot Of Three Powderhorns

Lot #58 (Sale Order 58 of 514)

Firearm.Measuring along outside curve respectively approximately 11, 14-, and 15-inches. The 11-inch with wood plug secured by brass tacks, and with leather strap; light carved decoration to spout. The 14-inch without plug and not completed as a powder horn; with carrying ring and display hook. The 15-inch with decoration wood plug; turned spout.
Condition: Fine. Minor wear.
Estimate: 1200 - 1500

Large Handsomely Faceted Powder Horn With Wood Plug And Turned Wood Stopper

Lot #59 (Sale Order 59 of 514)

Firearm.Wood plug in base stamped ATR; measuring approximately 18-inches along outside curve, with base 3 5/8-inches at widest point. Two finely faceted bands of checkering near stopper, with two bands and turned tip at loading end.
Condition: Fine. Minor marks on wood base, and light wear. Handsome, dark, patina.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Lot Of Two Assorted Powderhorns

Lot #60 (Sale Order 60 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) 19th-century plain horn with carved spout and wooden plug. Size: 14-inches long. 2) 19th-century powderhorn inscribed with scallop border motif. Carved spout with rare threaded stopper. Size: 16-inches long.
Condition: Both are very good with moderate age wear and patina.
Estimate: 450 - 650

Lot Of Three Powderhorns And One Horn Flask

Lot #61 (Sale Order 61 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Modern reproduction powder horn with carved spout and lathed end plug. Size: 13 inches. 2) Small 19th-century plain powderhorn. Carved spout. Wooden plug. Size: 5 3/4-inches. 3) Nice antique medium western plains horn inscribed: M.Sells/Reading Kan./Aug, 5, 1882. Quaint rendering of frontiersman, American flag and tree with owl sitting on a branch. Carved spout. Wooden plug. Size: 8-inches. 4) Tapered and flattened horn powder flask with spring-loaded brass charger.
Condition: All are very good to excellent with light age wear and patina.
Estimate: 700 - 900

Lot Of Two Antique Hunting Horns And One Shot Flask

Lot #62 (Sale Order 62 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) 19th-century hunting horn decorated with handsome deep-relief carved fox, hound and stag. Carved spout with silver trumpet style mouthpiece by Wurlitzer. Size: 13-inches. 2) Unusual silver-mounted drinking horn. Standard steer horn with base designed with a drinking cup with hinged silver lid adorned with a agate cabachon. Lid mounted with selection of chained accoutrements such as a brush, spoon, mallet and comb. Size: 11 3/4-inches. 3) Plain 19th-century leather shot flask. Brass charger. Flask marked: 6 lbs.
Condition: All are very good to excellent with light age wear and patina.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Large Texas Folk Art Decorated Steer Horn

Lot #63 (Sale Order 63 of 514)

Firearm.Engraved motifs of Texas history and the shaded inscription near cover within banner held within bald eagle beak: ""THE LONE STAR STATE IN 1830 TO 1914""; depicting cowboys, Indians, wildlife, cattle (including longhorn steer), coyote, rattlesnake, lizard, game bird, various insects including scorpion, and the Texas star; the latter including TEXAS engraved, each letter between two tips of the star. Dramatic scene of Indian on horseback hunting buffalo with bow and arrow. Most of images colored with ink, including black, green, blue and red pigments. Rectangular brass plaque on leather base stamped 38. Measuring approximately 22-inches along outside curve, with base 3 1/2-inches at widest point.
Condition: Fine. Mellow patina; aged patina to leather and copper.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

U.S. Harper's Ferry Hall Model 1819 Breechloading Conversion Rifle

Lot #64 (Sale Order 64 of 514)

Firearm.Unserialized. .52 caliber, Single-shot, 32 5/8-inch barrel with open sights and three pin-fastened steel barrel bands. Original brown lacquer finish. Case-hardened breechblock marked: J.H. Hall/H. Ferry/U.S./1832. Trigger-type breech release. Standard walnut stock. No cartouches which is correct for this model [described in the June 1985 issue of the Gun Report]. Steel ramrod. Sling mounts.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 80-85% brown finish. Breechblock retaining approximately 40-50% case-hardening with scattered light pitting. Wood excellent with only minor wear and marks.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Rare And Exceptional U.S. Harpers Ferry Hall's Patent Model 1819, Third Type Breechloading Flintloc

Lot #65 (Sale Order 65 of 514)

Firearm..52 caliber, 32 5/8-inch rifled barrel with open sights and three pinned barrel bands. Case-hardened hammer and breechblock marked: J.H. Hall/H. Ferry/U.S./1838. Brown lacquer finish. Standard walnut stock. Steel ramrod, Sling mounts.
Condition: Excellent to mint, retaining approximately 95-99% finish with only slight handling wear in evidence.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Lot Of Two Scarce U.S. Socket Bayonets

Lot #66 (Sale Order 66 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Rare Unmarked Socket Bayonet for an Early Hall Rifle.16-inch triangular blade with fuller running half way up blade. Unmarked collar. No scabbard. 2) Socket Bayonet for Harpers Ferry Cadet Rifle 15 7/8-inch triangular blade with fuller running halfway up blade, the remaining part of blade is flat. Unmarked collar. No scabbard.
Condition: 1) Good. Metal mechanically cleaned and showing scattered pitting and spotting. 2) Good. Metal showing scattered pitting with wear to blade.
Estimate: 450 - 650

Rare U.S. Martially Marked A.H. Waters & Co. All Metal Percussion Pistol, With Low Serial Number

Lot #67 (Sale Order 67 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 12 or 21, .56 caliber smoothbore, 8-inch round barrel marked ""A.H. WATERS & C ./ . . MASS"" on right of breech; top left of breech with eagle head motif over US/P; light scroll engraving on left flat of barrel breech; leaf motif on hammer and on frame at breech. Walnut grips.
Condition: Very good. Gray patina, with pitting; grips with nicks, mars and chipping.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Scarce And Fine Type I Flat Lock Percussion Pistol By A.H. Waters & Co.

Lot #68 (Sale Order 68 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber, smoothbore 8 1/2-inch round and unmarked barrel; steel mountings; eagle head over A.H. WATERS & CO./MILBURY MASS on lockplate forward of hammer; nipple bolster on top of barrel at breech. No inspector cartouche markings on oil-finished walnut stock; B inspector letter mark on forward triggerguard tang and on sideplate. Lock has round curve at rear. No rear sight.
Condition: Fine. Gray patina; marks on steel and stock; light pitting, more pronounced around ramrod swivel and spots on barrel; flaws in metal at right side of muzzle. Stock with old varnish; dents, nicks light cracks, some cleaning.
Estimate: 1800 - 2000

Rare Type Ii Flat Lock A.H. Waters & Co. Percussion Pistol

Lot #69 (Sale Order 69 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber, rifled 8 1/2-inch round and unmarked barrel; steel mountings; eagle head over A.H. WATERS & Co/MILBURY MASS on lockplate forward of hammer; odd mark stamped on square end to nipple bolster. M on triggerguard front tang. No inspector cartouche markings on oil-finished walnut stock. Lock has round curve at rear. Note rear sight mounted on upper tang of barrel.
Condition: Fine. Gray patina, minor surface pitting; markings fine. Stock with light nicks and marks.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

Pair Of 19th-century Pommel Holsters

Lot #70 (Sale Order 70 of 514)

Firearm.Unmarked, of black leather, these appear to be for a pair of medium size cartridge pistols as there exists on one holster an attached pouch with five brass tubes designed to hold individual cartridges. The pouch on other holster is missing. Brass stud closures.
Condition: Very good with scattered checking and wear to leather.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Rare U.S. Martially Marked Third Type Flat-lock A.H. Waters & Co. Percussion Pistol

Lot #71 (Sale Order 71 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber, smoothbore 8 1/2-inch round barrel; steel mountings; with brarss sideplate, brass trigger and brass triggerguard; U.S./JH/P at barrel breech; eagle head over A.H. WATERS & Co/MILBURY MASS/1849 on lockplate forward of hammer; L stamped on left side of stock, on hammer, hammer screw and square nipple bolster; and on brass triggerguard front tang. No inspector cartouche markings on oil-finished walnut stock. Lock comes to point at rear. Made with rear sight on upper tang.
Condition: Very good. Gray patina to barrel, pitting; balance of steel primarily with brown patina, spots pitting. Stock with plug on right side of grip; chipping from left side by triggerguard strap; nicks and wear.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

Rare U.S. Martially Marked Third Type Flat Lock A.H. Waters & Co. Percussion Pistol

Lot #72 (Sale Order 72 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber, rifled 8 1/2-inch round barrel; steel mountings; with brarss sideplate, brass trigger and brass triggerguard; U.S./JM/P at barrel breech; eagle head over A.H. WATERS & Co/MILBURY MASS/1849 on lockplate forward of hammer; E stamped on nipple bolster; and on brass triggerguard front tang. No inspector cartouche markings on oil-finished walnut stock. Lock comes to sharp point at rear. Made without rear sight.
Condition: Very good. Gray patina, pitting to steel; mellow patina to triggerguard; markings fine. Stock with nicks, mars and dents. Mechanism needs adjustment; hammer will not stay at full cock.
Notes: See Robert Howard article dealing with pistols of this type, Man at Arms magazine, March/April 1980.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Rare Variation Of Fourth Type Flat Lock A.H. Waters & Co. Percussion Pistol, Marked Jh

Lot #73 (Sale Order 73 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber, smoothbore 8 1/2-inch round barrel; faint marking of JH and P on left side of barrel at breech; brass mountings, including barrel band and strap extension, excepting steel triggerguard (mounted on brass trigger strap); with bolster at nipple. JH at barrel breech. No maker marking; flatish but round-sided hammer. No inspector cartouche markings on oil-finished walnut stock. Lock comes to point at rear. Made without rear sight on upper tang of barrel.
Condition: Good. Gray patina, extensive pitting to steel; nicks on brass backstrap. Stock with nicks, mars, dents and with chips missing from rear top and bottom of lockplate.
Notes: See Robert Howard article dealing with pistols of this type, Man at Arms magazine, March/April 1980. Pistol pictured in Robert Howard article in Man at Arms, noted below.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Rare Single Shot U.S. Martial Percussion Pistol By Unknown Maker, Marked Jh And With Serial Number 4

Lot #74 (Sale Order 74 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber, smoothbore 8 1/2-inch round barrel; steel mountings; JH at barrel breech; F at left flat of barrel breech; F and O marked on triggerguard forward tang; E on sideplate. Two inspector cartouche markings on left side of oil-finished walnut stock, one of them MPL. Lock comes to point at rear similar to flat lock Waters, but front of lock beveled. Finely formed hammer and bolster; Nearly identical pistol number 45 known. Lock plate with extra screw hole for mainspring (also found on flat lock, First Model, Waters). Made with rear sight on upper tang. 47 on rear triggerguard tang near buttcap.
Condition: Very good. Steel with gray patina, pitting; stock with marks, nicks and wear.
Notes: See Robert Howard article on this type arm in The Gun Report, August 1987.
Provenance: Samuel E. Smith
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Rare Model 1842 Percussion Navy Pistol By Henry Deringer, With Rifled Barrel

Lot #75 (Sale Order 75 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber rifled, 6-inch round barrel, lock marked US/DERINGER/PHILADELA; browned barrel with case-hardened tang; case-hardened lock; brass mountings; varnished walnut stock. Fitted with rear sight.
Condition: Excellent, with 95% browning on barrel; 85% case-hardening, fading. Light wear to stock.
Notes: This type was historically and technically important as the first handgun produced for the U.S. government having rifled barrels, even though this particular specimen was not purchased by U.S. Limited production.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Nra Award Winning U.S. Martially Marked Model 1842 Percussion Navy Issue Pistol By Henry Deringer

Lot #76 (Sale Order 76 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber smoothbore, 6-inch round barrel marked USN/RP/P at breech, lock marked US/DERINGER/PHILADELA; brass mountings; oil-finished walnut stock. Made without rear sight. Numeral 2 stamped on left side of stock opposite lock. AJ on triggerguard.
Condition: Very good. Gray patina, pitting; stock worn. Replacement nipple.
Notes: This derringer won a silver medal at the NRA show in San Antonio in 1977. It was one of ten outstanding firearms receiving this award.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

U.S. Martially Marked Model 1842 Percussion Pistol By H. Aston

Lot #77 (Sale Order 77 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber smoothbore, 8 1/2-inch round barrel, with US/JH/P on breech; 1849 on upper tang; lock dated 1849 and with US and H. Aston, Middletown markings; oil-finished walnut stock with U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouche SK and WAT on left side; inspector letter marks on various parts, including K on brass topstrap.
Condition: Very good to fine. Gray and brown patina to steel, light pitting most pronounced on barrel. Stock with nicks and light marks.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

U.S. Martially Marked Model 1842/43 Percussion Navy Issue Pistol By N.P. Ames

Lot #78 (Sale Order 78 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber smoothbore, 6-inch round barrel marked USN/1845/RC/P at breech, lock marked N.P. AMES/SPRINGFIELD/MASS; USN/1845 vertically at tail of lock; brass mountings; oil finished walnut stock with NWP inspector cartouche on left side; small letter stamp R on triggerguard and buttplate. Made without rear sight.
Condition: Good to very good. Gray patina, pitting, primarily on barrel; brass with mellow patina; stock worn and with nicks and mars.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Rare U.S. Navy Marked Model 1842 Percussion Pistol By I.N. Johnson, With Plated Brass Mountings

Lot #79 (Sale Order 79 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber smoothbore, 8 1/2-inch round barrel, with US/GW/P on breech; 1849 on upper tang; lock dated 1855 and with US and I.N. Johnson, Middletown markings; plated brass parts, likely tin; oil-finished walnut stock with U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouche on left side. Anchor stamped on breech of barrel at top.
Condition: Very good. Gray patina, pitting. 60% plating on triggerguard assembly, 85% on barrel band and sideplate, excepting traces only on backstrap and buttcap. Stock worn.
Notes: Scarce example with U.S. Navy marking and plating.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

Rare U.S. Model 1841/42 Cartridge Box For Johnson And Aston Martial Pistols

Lot #80 (Sale Order 80 of 514)

Firearm.Standard pattern cartridge box with faint, illegible maker mark. Oval brass US plate on front flap. Interior with five-compartment tin liner. Two belt loops. A rare and desirable cartridge box.
Condition: Good. Leather saturated with oil and showing surface checking. Closure loop replaced.
Estimate: 1200 - 1500

U.S. Model 1817 ""common"" Conversion Rifle By N. Starr

Lot #81 (Sale Order 81 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber, 7-groove rifling, 36-inch round barrel with open sights, three bands and breech marked: US/JH/P[within circle]. Belgian-type cone conversion. Bright-finished steel with case-hardened lockplate marked: U.S./N. Starr/1824/MidnCon. Standard walnut stock with steel furniture and patchbox. Faint cartouche present. Steel ramrod with brass tip. Sling mounts [see Flayderman 9A-244].
Condition: Excellent for this model. Polished bright metal with strong case colors on lockplate. Strong markings. Wood fine with only minor marks and wear.
Notes: Only 4020 of this model were issued in the 1823 contract.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Rare U.S. Harpers Ferry Model 1841 ""mississippi"" Percussion Rifle, Converted To Merrill Breechload

Lot #82 (Sale Order 82 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber, 33-inch round browned barrel with two brass bands and three-position folding-leaf military sights. Rare conversion to case-hardened Merrill breechloading system. Breech strap with Merrill markings. Case-hardened hammer and lock mechanism marked: [spread eagle]/U.S./Harpers/Ferry/1848. Standard walnut stock with crisp JHK inspector cartouche. Brass furniture and patchbox. WJ markings on patchbox, tang and bottom of stock. Steel ramrod. Sling mounts.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Barrel retaining nearly 100% browned finish. 100% lightly faded case colors still remain on lock and breech mechanism. Wood is also near mint. Perhaps the finest 1841 Mississippi rifle in existence.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

U.S. Harpers Ferry ""mississippi"" Model 1841 Percussion Rifle

Lot #83 (Sale Order 83 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber, 33-inch browned barrel with standard sights. Marked at breech: AW/P/V/P/[eaglehead]. Two brass barrel bands. Tang marked: 1850. Lock marked: [spread eagle]/U.S./Harpers Ferry/1850. Walnut stock marked on left side L.R. Brass mountings and patchbox. Steel ramrod. Sling mounts.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 85-90% finish with scattered light wear overall. Wood excellent with slight handling wear present.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Scarce U.S. Model 1841 ""mississippi"" Rifle By Robbins And Lawrence, Windsor, Vermont

Lot #84 (Sale Order 84 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber, 33-inch barrel with open sights and rare attached bayonet locking ring [numbered 4763]. Two brass bands. Breech marked: US/S.W./V/P/[eaglehead].Tang marked: 1850. Brown lacquer finish. Case-hardened hammer and lock marked: Robbins/ & /Lawrence/U.S./Windsor/Vt./1850. Standard walnut stock with brass hardware and patchbox. Crisp WAT and LM inspector cartouches. Buttplate marked: U.S. Steel ramrod with brass tip. Sling mounts. Period leather sling.
Condition: Excellent for this model, retaining approximately 95-99% finish with slight wear in evidence. Hammer and lock retaining faded case-hardening. Wood excellent with minor dents and bruises.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Scarce Sword Bayonet For The U.S. Model 1841 ""mississippi"" Rifle

Lot #85 (Sale Order 85 of 514)

Firearm.21 3/4-inch unmarked blade with single wide fuller. Brass hilt marked: J.H. Ribbed grip. Standard spring push-button release. No scabbard.
Condition: Excellent with scattered light wear overall.
Estimate: 300 - 400

Rare Second Pattern Sword Bayonet For The U.S. Harpers Ferry Model 1841 ""mississippi"" Rifle

Lot #86 (Sale Order 86 of 514)

Firearm.Unmarked 22 3/8-inch yataghan blade with single fuller. One-piece brass hilt with ribbed grip. Spring-loaded push-button release. No scabbard.
Condition: Excellent with light wear overall.
Estimate: 350 - 550

Scarce Sword Bayonet For The U.S. Model 1841 ""mississippi"" Rifle

Lot #87 (Sale Order 87 of 514)

Firearm.25 3/8-inch blade marked: 1861. Single wide fuller. Brass hilt with ribbed grip. Back of grip marked: G/4762. No scabbard.
Condition: Very good. Grey patina with scattered wear and spotting.
Estimate: 175 - 225

Very Rare Sword Bayonet And Scabbard For The 1847 Sapper's And Miner's Musketoon By Ames

Lot #88 (Sale Order 88 of 514)

Firearm.21 1/4-inch spearpoint bayonet with ricasso marked: N.P. Ames /Cabotville/1847; reverse U.S./N.W.P. Solid brass fishscale grip with unique locking ring. R.C. inspector marks. Contained in original black leather scabbard with brass mounts. Belt stud.
Condition: Very good. Blade with light wear and patina. Hilt with minor dents and scratches. Scabbard excellent with light wear and minor surface checking.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Scarce U.S. ""zouave"" Sword Bayonet

Lot #89 (Sale Order 89 of 514)

Firearm.19 1/2-inch blade with single wide fuller. Marked: I. Brass hilt marked: B.H./C. Slotted for rifle lug. Contained in original black leather scabbard with brass mounts. Belt stud.
Condition: Excellent. Showing scattered wear and age patina.
Estimate: 300 - 400

Lot Of Two Packets Of Antique Ammunition

Lot #90 (Sale Order 90 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Paper packet containing 10 paper-wrapped cartridges. Paper label attached reading: ""Mississippi"", probably referring to the Model 1841 ""Mississippi"" rifle. 2) Paper packet of 10 cartridges with label reading: ""Johnson Flint"". Both are intact and have not been opened.
Condition: Both are excellent.
Estimate: 350 - 550

U.S. Model 1851 Cadet Percussion Musket, Dated 1853

Lot #91 (Sale Order 91 of 514)

Firearm..57 caliber, 40-inch rifled round barrel with ladder-type military sights and three steel bands [third band marked 124]. Breech marked: V/P/[eaglehead]. Tang marked: 1853. Lockplate marked: [spread eagle]/U.S./Spring/field /1853. Standard walnut stock with polished steel furniture and sling mounts. Buttplate marked: U.S./A/33. Stock stamped with numeral 19 in front of triggerguard. No inspector's cartouche.
Condition: Excellent. Clean metal with scattered wear and patina. Wood with only minor wear and marks.
Notes: 4000 of this model were produced, 1160 in 1853, 300 going to the Virginia Military Institute under order of President Zachary Taylor. [see Flayderman 9A-305]
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

U.S. Harpers Ferry Model 1855 Percussion Rifle Dated 1861

Lot #92 (Sale Order 92 of 514)

Firearm..58 caliber, 33-inch polished steel round barrel with bayonet lug, three bands and three-position leaf sight. Breech marked: V/P/[eaglehead]/1861. Polished steel lock marked: U.S./Harper's Ferry/1861. Maynard tape primer system. Standard walnut stock with polished steel furniture and patchbox. Buttplate stamped: U.S./66. No cartouche in evidence. Steel ramrod. Sling mounts.
Condition: Excellent. Bright untouched steel in excellent to mint condition. Wood with only light wear and a few insignificant marks. Mechanically excellent.
Estimate: 5000 - 6000

Scarce U.S. Whitneyville Model 1861 Navy ""plymouth"" Percussion Rifle Dated 1864

Lot #93 (Sale Order 93 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 9057, .69 caliber, 34-inch round barrel with bayonet lug for the Dahlgren bayonet and two steel barrel bands. Ladder-type long range rear sight. Wooden tompion. Breech marked: V/P/[eaglehead]/F.C.W.(Frank. C. Warner)/1864. Lock marked: [spread eagle]/U.S. Whitney-Ville/1864. Standard walnut stock with inspector cartouche. Steel ramrod. Sling mounts.
Condition: Excellent. Bright steel with light wear only. Wood lightly cleaned and showing a few minor dents and marks.
Estimate: 4500 - 7000

Lot Of Four Assorted Socket Bayonets

Lot #94 (Sale Order 94 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Two U.S. marked socket bayonets for the U.S. Springfield Model 1851 Cadet Musket. One example marked: GOLT, the other ""S"". No scabbards. 2) Two U.S. marked socket bayonets for the U.S. Model 1855 Rifled Musket. One example marked: 26. No scabbards.
Condition: All are excellent with scattered wear and pitting.
Estimate: 450 - 650

Lot Of Four Assorted U.S. Socket Bayonets

Lot #95 (Sale Order 95 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Socket Bayonet for the U.S. Model 1855 Musket18 1/4-inch triangular blade marked: U.S. Collar marked: R. Twist-type locking ring. No scabbard. 2) Rare Socket Bayonet for the ""Berdan"" Sharps Rifle 18-inch triangular bayonet marked: C & Co. Twist-type locking ring. No scabbard. 3) Socket Bayonet for the U.S. 1847 Artillery Musketoon 18-inch triangular blade marked: C/U.S. Locking ring on collar. No scabbard. 4) Unmarked Socket Bayonet for the Winchester Model 1873 Musket. 18-inch triangular blade. Locking ring. No scabbard.
Condition: 1) Very good with scattered wear and pitting. 2) Very good with scattered wear and pitting. 3) Excellent with light wear and patina. 4) Excellent with light wear overall.
Estimate: 150 - 175

Lot Of Two Assorted U.S. Marked Socket Bayonets

Lot #96 (Sale Order 96 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Socket Bayonet and Scabbard with Frog for the U.S. Model 1858 Cadet Rifle 18-inch triangular blade marked U.S. Locking ring. Collar marked: N274. With standard black leather scabbard with brass tip. Unmarked rough-out leather frog. 2) Socket bayonet for the U.S. Model 1841 ""Mississippi"" Rifle. 20-inch blade with collar marked: 31B. Locking ring. No scabbard present.
Condition: Both are excellent with scattered light wear and spotting. Scabbard and frog with light age wear and scuffs.
Estimate: 350 - 550

Fine Ames Knife/bayonet And Scabbard For Whitney U.S. Model 1861 Navy Plymouth Rifle, The Dahlgren B

Lot #97 (Sale Order 97 of 514)

Firearm.12-inch blade, 4 3/4-inch walnut grip with crossguard; brass mountings; the bright steel blade marked at ricasso with Ames name and Chicopee, Mass. address on one side, and ""U.S.N./D.R./1864""; DR in script within circular cartouche on top of hilt. Unmarked brass-mounted black leather scabbard.
Condition: Fine to excellent. Minor storage marks.
Estimate: 900 - 1500

Scarce Sword Bayonet And Scabbard For The Whitney Plymouth Rifle By Collins & Co.

Lot #98 (Sale Order 98 of 514)

Firearm.22 1/2-inch yataghan blade with ricasso marked: Collins & Co./Hartford/Conn. Brass hilt. Black leather scabbard with brass mounts. Rare original rough-out frog marked: U.S. ?Y/Boston/1864.
Estimate: 300 - 400

Fine And Richly Decorated German Jaeger Percussion Sporting Rifle, Signed Sam Jung In Suhl, C. 1840

Lot #99 (Sale Order 99 of 514)

Firearm..68 caliber, 31 1/2-inch octagonal swamped Damascus barrel signed in engraving and silver inlay on top of breech with elaborate scroll borders ""Sam Jung in Suhl""; crown over V proofmarks stamped on left angle flat of barrel breech; open steel blade rear sight; brass blade on brass base dovetailed at muzzle; richly engraved and relief sculpted front action lockplate with wild boar finial to rear of lock, and sculpted fantasy dragon hammer; scroll engraved barrel breech and upper tang; scroll engraved German silver mountings, including stag panel game scene on triggerguard; double set triggers; German silver wedgeplate escutcheon inlays; shield thumbpiece escutcheon of German silver; relief scroll carved and checkered walnut stock with elaborate cheekpiece; carved and checkered matching wood patchbox; sling swivel at front and stud on bottom of butt; brass-mounted wood ramrod. Horn fore-end cap.
Condition: Fine. Gray patina with light pitting to steel; mellow patina to German silver; stock with 96% varnish, minor marks and wear; minor chips; old cleaning to stock.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Rare Agent Marked American Halfstock Single Shot Percussion Plains Rifle By Slotter And Company, Phi

Lot #100 (Sale Order 100 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 81, .46 caliber, 31-inch heavy octagonal barrel with dovertailed front sight and elevation rear sight numbered 81. Steel under-rib. Top flat marked: Slotter & Co. Phila/Made for/A.J. Plate/San Francisco. Inlaid German silver bands at breech. Case-hardened hammer and lock marked: Slotter & Co. Phila. Double set triggers. Checkered walnut stock with German silver mountings and wedge escutcheons. Silver- mounted wooden ramrod.
Condition: Fine for this type of rifle. Barrel, rib and lock showing dark brown age patina. Triggerguard tang cracked. Wood very good with minor wear and marks.
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

American Halfstock Percussion Plains Rifle By J. Biringer, Leavenworth, Kansas

Lot #101 (Sale Order 101 of 514)

Firearm..38 caliber, 36 7/8-inch octagonal barrel with dovertailed German silver blade-type front sight and dovetailed semi-buckhorn open rear sight. Top flat marked: J. Biringer, Leavenworth, Ks. Engraved lock mechanism with image of hunter. Barrel-type nipple bolster. Double set- triggers. Plain walnut stock with brass furniture, pewter fore-end cap and German silver wrist escutcheons. Wooden ramrod.
Condition: Very good. Barrel and lock showing dark age patina with scattered pitting at breech and on lockplate. Wood excellent with light wear overall.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

Rare American Halfstock Percussion Plains Rifle By J. P. Gemmer

Lot #102 (Sale Order 102 of 514)

Firearm..40 caliber, 40-inch octagonal barrel with dovetailed blade-type front sight and large buckhorn rear sight. Barrel marked: J.P. Gemmer, St. Louis. Steel under-rib. Engraved percussion lock marked: G. Goulcher. Double set triggers. Light walnut stock with steel mountings. Pewter fore-end cap and German silver wedge escutcheons. Wooden ramrod.
Condition: Very good. Barrel, lock and all mountings showing dark age patina. Wood very good with scattered light wear and minor blemishes. A fine example of the legendary American plains rifle.
Estimate: 15000 - 20000

Rare And Fine American Halfstock Single Shot Percussion Target Rifle By Klepzig, San Francisco

Lot #103 (Sale Order 103 of 514)

Firearm..50 caliber, 6-groove rifling. 33 1/8-inch heavy octagonal barrel with half-inch rebated muzzle, the face stamped 44. Steel under-rib. Dove-tailed blade type front sight. Fixed elevation rear sight. Left flat of barrel stamped: Klepzig/San Francisco. Left side of barrel with cryptic stampings. Scroll-engraved breech. Lock marked: Klepzig. Double set-triggers. Checkered walnut stock with steel mountings and patchbox. Cheek rest present. German silver wedge escutcheons. Narrow vacant German silver oval escutcheon on bottom of buttstock.Crescent buttplate. Wooden ramrod with brass tip.
Condition: Fine. Metal showing grey-brown age patina with a few spots of fine pitting. Wood with minor wear and marks. Wedge escutcheons with minor dents. Bore good. Action very good.
Notes: Klepzig & Co., 212 Washington St. San Francisco, California, 1858-1860; 763 Washington St., 1861-1865. Maker of fine percussion rifles and pistols.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

American Halfstock Single Shot Percussion Target Rifle By John Krider, Phladelphia

Lot #104 (Sale Order 104 of 514)

Firearm..40 caliber, 32-inch half-round, half-octagonal barrel with one-inch rebated muzzle and top flat marked: John Krider, Philadelphia. Steel under-rib. Handsomely engraved and case-hardened breechblock, tang, hammer and lock marked: J. Krider. Double set-triggers. Unique Allen's Patent adjustable dial, tang-mounted folding peep sight. Horn fore-end cap. Fine scroll-engraved German silver mountings. Single oval wedge barrel escutcheon. Wooden ramrod with brass tip.
Condition: Fine to excellent. Barrel and rib showing smooth brown age patina. Case-hardening retaining some depth and vibrance. Wood excellent with sharp checkering and light wear overall. Fine bore.
Estimate: 10000 - 15000

Fine American Halfstock Single Shot Percussion Target Rifle By J. Wurfflein, Philadephia

Lot #105 (Sale Order 105 of 514)

Firearm..40 caliber, 30 1/4-inch heavy octagonal barrel with rebated muzzle and steel under-rib, German silver blade front sight and blued elevation rear sight. Barrel marked: J. Wurfflein, Philada. Two inlaid silver bands at breech. Case-hardened tang, flip-up tang peep sight, hammer, lock mechanism, patchbox and all furniture. Lock marked: J. Wurfflein, Philada. Double-set triggers. Beautiful select walnut stock with checkered wrist and cheek rest. Scrolled triggerguard. German silver fore-end cap, wedge escutcheons and two oval escutcheons, one example on left wrist inscribed: G.Gilpin. Hardwood ramrod with brass tip and wormer.
Condition: Fine to excellent for this type of rifle. Barrel with smooth brown patina with scattered light spotting. Vibrant color remaining on case-hardened elements. Excellent wood with mellow age patina. Overall, a very fine example of this type of rifle.
Notes: John Wurfflein, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1835-1900. This famous family were makers of fine percussion derringers, hunting and target rifles.
Estimate: 8000 - 12000

American Halfstock Single Shot Percussion Plains Rifle By J. Wurfflein, Philadelphia

Lot #106 (Sale Order 106 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 64, .60 caliber, 35 1/2-inch heavy octagonal barrel with blade front sight and high-profile buckhorn rear sight. Steel under-rib.Top flat marked: J. Wurfflein, Philada. Marked at breech: 64. Engraved lock marked: H. Elwell/Warranted. Double set triggers. Checkered walnut stock with German silver fore-end cap, oval wedge escutcheons, triggerguard, patchbox and buttplate. Wooden ramrod.
Condition: Very good. Steel showing rich brown age patina with a few spots of fine pitting around the breech. Triggerguard tang with period repair. Wood very good with light wear overall.
Notes: This rifle has the appearance and configuration of a plains rifle, including the two keys, the cheek piece and the rear sight; the Eastern maker provided a patchbox and mounted the piece in German silver; the Western maker omitted the patchbox and usually used brass or iron mountings. A fine example of the famed plains rifle.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Fine American Halfstock Target Rifle By J. H. Rector

Lot #107 (Sale Order 107 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 412, .40 caliber, 25-inch heavy octagonal barrel with hooded front sight, blanked mid-sight and threaded adjustable tang-mounted peep sight. Steel under-rib. Barrel marked: J.H. Rector/Syracuse/N.Y./412. Scroll-engraved breech, tang, lock and screws. Double set-triggers. Finely checkered deluxe walnut stock with pewter fore-end, German silver wedge escutcheons and scroll-engraved furniture. Scroll-engraved oval buttstock side escutcheons. Wooden ramrod with steel tip.
Condition: Fine to excellent. Barrel with beautiful, smooth age patina with scattered light wear and fine scratches. Wood fine with minor sliver repair on left side of stock, hardly visible and a few minor dents and bruises. Front trigger possibly shortened. Bore with strong rifling and minor pitting. Obviously, a special order rifle with deluxe features, typical of the work done by Rector who was known specifically for his target rifles.
Notes: J.H. Rector, 1845-55, Syracuse, New York, Maker of of fine halfstock percussion plains rifles.
Estimate: 3500 - 5500

Fine Sharps Model 1853 Slant Breech Single Shot Breechloading Percussion Sporting Rifle

Lot #108 (Sale Order 108 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 14755, .44 caliber, 24 1/4-inch octagonal barrel with hooded front sight, vacant mid-sight and tang-mounted long-range peep sight. Top flat of barrel marked: Sharps Rifle/Manufg,/Hartford Conn. Case-hardened breech, frame, hammer, lever, patchbox and buttplate. Double set-triggers. Walnut stocks with pewter fore-end cap.
Condition: Excellent and possibly unfired. Barrel retaining 90-95% blue finish, now faded to rich plum brown with slight wear to relief edges. 70-75% case-hardening remaining with areas of irridescence still present. Wood excellent with a few insignificant marks. Action excellent. Mirror bright bore.
Notes: Approximately 600 of this model were manufactured.
Estimate: 8000 - 10000

Fine Pasteboard Box Of .52 Caliber Cartridges And 12 Percussion Caps For Sharps Improved Rifle

Lot #109 (Sale Order 109 of 514)

Firearm.10 cartridges with 12 caps; address: Sharps Rifle Mfg. Co., Hartford, CT.; 52 caliber; made using superior quality powder by A.G. Fay, Potter & Tolman, Boston, Mass. and so marked on label.
Condition: Very good. Wear, fading and separation.
Estimate: 1200 - 1500

Fine Pasteboard Box Of .52 Caliber Cartridges And 12 Percussion Caps For Sharps Improved Rifle

Lot #110 (Sale Order 110 of 514)

Firearm.10 cartridges with 12 caps; address: Sharps Rifle Mfg. Co., Hartford, CT.; 52 caliber; made using superior quality powder by A.G. Fay, Potter & Tolman, Boston, Mass. and so marked on label.
Condition: Fine. Minor wear.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Fine Pasteboard Box Of .40-70 Caliber Cartridges For Sharps Rifles, By Union Metallic Cartridge Co.

Lot #111 (Sale Order 111 of 514)

Firearm.10 cartridges, .40 caliber, 330 grains; image of cartridge on green label. Orange label of guarantee on bottom. Plastic wrapper.
Condition: Fine. Minor wear; box opened.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Pasteboard Or Paper Wrapped Container Of .45 Caliber Sharps Rifle Long Range Bullets, By Winchester

Lot #112 (Sale Order 112 of 514)

Firearm.10 bullets; for Sharps Rifles.
Condition: Very good. Wrapper stained.
Estimate: 700 - 900

Fine Pasteboard Box Of .45 Caliber Cartridges For Sharps Rifles, By Union Metallic Cartridge Co.

Lot #113 (Sale Order 113 of 514)

Firearm.5 cartridges, .45 caliber, 550 grains; made under Berdan's and S.W. Woods' patents and so marked on label. Orange label of guarantee on bottom.
Condition: Fine. Minor wear and separation.
Estimate: 1200 - 1500

Scarce Pasteboard Box Of .40 Caliber Sharps Rifle Ammunition, By Sharps Rifle Co., Hartford

Lot #114 (Sale Order 114 of 514)

Firearm.10 cartridges (1 written over 2 on lid label); for Sharps Improved Rifle ""in shells susceptible of being reloaded many times . . . "". Plastic wrapper.
Condition: Fine. Box opened; some stains and separation; old tape repair.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Pasteboard Box Of .40 Caliber Sharps 2 5/8-inch Rifle Ammunition, By Union Metallic Cartridge Co.

Lot #115 (Sale Order 115 of 514)

Firearm.10 cartridges, 370 grains patched bullet, for Sharps Rifles; green label on lid and on one end. Orange guarantee label on bottom. Plastic wrapper.
Condition: Fine. Fading; box opened.
Estimate: 900 - 1200

Pasteboard Box Of .40 Caliber Sharps 3 1/4-inch Rifle Ammunition, By Union Metallic Cartridge Co.

Lot #116 (Sale Order 116 of 514)

Firearm.5 cartridges, 370 grains patched bullet, for Sharps Rifles; green label on lid; made under Berdan's and Woods' patents. Orange guarantee label on bottom. Plastic wrapper.
Condition: Fine. Fading; light wear; box opened.
Estimate: 1200 - 1500

Rare Open Partial Box Of Sharps .45-100 Caliber Solid Head Primed Shells By Winchester Repeating Ar

Lot #117 (Sale Order 117 of 514)

Firearm.The open partial box of 7of 25 Sharps .45-100 Solid Head Primed Shells by Winchester Repeating Arms Co. Mint illustrated green label. Side of box stamped: Dickinson Hardware Co. Dickinson, D.T.
Condition: Excellent. Box label near mint. Box with wear and scuffs.
Estimate: 250 - 350

Exceptional Sharps Model 1874 Long Range Single Shot Breechloading Rifle

Lot #118 (Sale Order 118 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 156339, .44 caliber, 34-inch octagonal barrel with vacant front sight and tang-mounted long range Vernier folding peep sight. Barrel address reading: Sharps Rifle Co. Bridgeport, Conn. Case-hardened breechblock, hammer, frame, lever and buttplate. Varnished walnut stocks. Sold together with Sharps factory letter stating rifle was shipped to J.P. Moore & Sons of New York City on February 21, 1876; caliber .44 with 34-inch barrel.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Retaining approximately 99-100% finish with slight fading to case-hardened buttplate. Front sight missing. Vibrant case-hardening remaining on breechblock and frame. Wood near mint. An exceptional example.
Notes: Manufactured in 1880s.
Estimate: 18000 - 25000

Leather-covered Wood Case For Long Range Sharps Rifle Sights

Lot #119 (Sale Order 119 of 514)

Firearm.Brown leather-covered wood case with interior lined with purple satin and velvet. Inside of lid with gold legend reading: Manfactured by/Sharps' Rifle Company/Hartford Conn. One peep sight element present.
Condition: Fine. Light wear to exterior and minor scuffs to exterior
Estimate: 600 - 900

Lot Of One Canteen And Glass Bottom Horn

Lot #120 (Sale Order 120 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Small jappaned tin canteen. Marked: Wilson & Stellwager/Philada. No stopper. 2) English made glass-bottomed liquor or powder horn by C & Co. Glass bottom with hallmarked silver-plated top. Contained in unmarked brown leather case.
Condition: Both showing age wear and patina.
Estimate: 350 - 450

Exceptional Sharps Model 1874 Buffalo Rifle Together With Associated Wooden Travel Case And Buffalo

Lot #121 (Sale Order 121 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. C52981, .50-70-500 caliber, 30-inch heavy octagonal barrel weighing 12 1/2-lbs. Barrel address reading: Sharps Rifle Manufg. Co./Hartford Conn. Silver blade-type front sight and ladder-type rear sight. Double set-triggers. Blued finish. Case-hardened hammer, breechblock, lever and buttplate. Tang-mounted long range peep sight. Walnut fore-end and buttstock. Pewter fore-end cap. This rifle was pictured on the front cover of the September, 1981 issue of Gun Report magazine [copy included]. It is accompanied by an extensive provenance file and factory letter stating rifle was shipped to a Gideon Burgess on May 29, 1873. File also includes a copy of the original 1873 dated sales invoice. Rifle is contained in associated period oak and walnut travel case together with the following accessories: 1) Pair of buffalo fur gauntlets; 2) original hunter's black leather cartridge belt with 32 cartridge loops and shoulder harness [with 24 loose Sharps cartridges]. 3) Full unopened box of Sharps cartridges with label reading: 10 Metallic/Centre Fire Cartridges,/50/100 Calibre./Put up expressly for Sharp's Improved Rifle./from Shells susceptible of being reloaded many times,/By Sharps' Rifle Manufacturing Co.,/Hartford, Conn. 4) Original period buffalo skinner's knife belt and harness with two skinning knives, one marked: Geo. W. Hamm and the other: Russell/Green River Wo??. 5) Knife steel. 6) Cast iron ladle for melting lead for shot. 7) ""Vinegar"" horn with belt hook, used when sharpening knives. With carved legend 1846. 8) Two bullet molds, one for ball and one for the .50 caliber bullet. The ball mold marked: ""Hall's Rifle"". 9) Empty DoPont gunpowder can with illustrated label reading: Indian Rifle Gunpowder. 10) Period spring tension game scale by H. Boker, Germany. 11) Leather-Covered Wood Case for Long Range Sharps Rifle Sights Black leather-covered wood case with blind tooling, including ""SHARPS RIFLE CO./BRIDGE
Estimate: 50000 - 70000

Rare And Exceptional Sharps-borchardt Single Shot Breechloading Hunter Rifle

Lot #122 (Sale Order 122 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 18281, .40 caliber, 26-inch round blued barrel with German silver blade-type front sight and ladder-type rear sight. Top of barrel marked: Old Reliable/Sharps Rifle Co. Bridgeport, Conn. Case-hardened breechblock, frame and lever. Full markings on left side of frame. Varnished walnut stocks.
Condition: Excellent to mint. 95-100% finish with slight fading to case-hardening. Wood excellent , mint with a few insignificant marks. One of the finest examples in existence. Light wear to buttplate.
Notes: Only 71 of this model were manufactured.
Estimate: 10000 - 15000

U.S. Civil War Period Officer's Sword With Scabbard, The Blade By French Maker

Lot #123 (Sale Order 123 of 514)

Firearm.Steel single edge blade etched and gilded, and polished bright; etched motifs including foliate scrolls, American eagle and shield, E Pluribus Unum, and stand of arms and flags; twisted brass wire wrapped sharkskin-covered grip; cast laurel wreath motif on hilt; pierced and floral knuckle guard with US; leather scabbard with brass mounts. Overall length with scabbard, approximately 37-inches.
Condition: Fine. Light patina and surface pitting on blade; hilt with wear and traces gilding; scabbard with cracks in leather, patina and wear.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Y.H. Lombard, Philadelphia, Saber With Scabbard

Lot #124 (Sale Order 124 of 514)

Firearm.Steel single edge blade etched and gilded, blued and polished bright; etched motifs including foliate scrolls and stands of arms and flags; twisted brass wire wrapped leather-covered grip; cast laurel wreath motif on hilt. Leather scabbard with brass mounts. Overall length with scabbard, approximately 36-inches.
Condition: Very good to fine. Light patina and surface pitting on blade; 95% blue and gilding; hilt with wear and traces gilding; scabbard with cracks in leather, patina and wear.
Estimate: 900 - 1200

Sharps-borchhardt Model 1878 Single Shot Breechloading Long Range Target Rifle

Lot #125 (Sale Order 125 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 328, .45 centerfire caliber, chamber 2-4/10-inch case length. 34-inch round blued barrel with spirit-level wind-gauge front sight and tang-mounted Vernier long-range peep sight. Barrel marked: Old Reliable/Sharps Rifle Co. Bridgeport, Conn. Case-hardened breechblock, frame and lever. Set trigger. Checkered walnut fore-end with single wedge and black ebonized cap, walnut side panels and pistol-grip buttstock with checkered hard rubber buttplate. Rear sight bracket on top of buttstock. A rare American sporting rifle and one of finest examples known. Sold together with copy of Sharps factory letter stating that this gun was never sold or invoiced and was probably a factory 'test' gun or demonstrator.
Condition: Excellent to mint. 90-95% finish with light fading to case-hardening with some color remaining. Wood excellent with minor wear and bruises.
Estimate: 15000 - 20000

Pair Of Vintage Leather Saddlebags, C. 1950s

Lot #126 (Sale Order 126 of 514)

Firearm.Of brown saddle leather with brass conchos. Single strap closures.
Condition: Very good with light wear and scuffing.
Estimate: 100 - 150

Pair Of Reproduction Pommel Saddlebags

Lot #127 (Sale Order 127 of 514)

Firearm.The pair of leather saddlebags, having buffalo fur flaps that cover holsters decorated with five-pointed stars constructed of nickeled studs.
Condition: Excellent.
Estimate: 250 - 350

Pair Of Leather Pommel Bags, C. 1910-20

Lot #128 (Sale Order 128 of 514)

Firearm.Of brown leather with flap and brass stud closures. Latigo loops on back for securing to saddle.
Condition: Very good. Showing wear and scuffing overall.
Estimate: 250 - 350

U.S. Springfield Model 1847 Artillery Sappers And Miners Muskatoon

Lot #129 (Sale Order 129 of 514)

Firearm..69 caliber, 26-inch round polished steel barrel with open sights and bayonet lug. Breech marked: V/P/[eaglehead]. Polished steel lock marked: [spread eagle]/U.S./Spring/field/1855. Standard walnut stock. No inspector cartouche present. Steel ramrod. Sling mounts.
Condition: Excellent. Steel remaining bright with no pitting in evidence. Wood excellent and near mint. An exceptional example.
Notes: Only 830 of this model were manufactured and 228 of these were altered to this configuration. This example is one of the finest in existence.
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

U.S. Springfield Model 1847 Cavalry Percussion Musketoon

Lot #130 (Sale Order 130 of 514)

Firearm..69 caliber, 26-inch round barrel with two brass bands and three-leaf sights. Breech marked: V/P/[eaglehead]/1859. Lock marked: [spread eagle]/U.S./Spring/field/1853. Standard walnut stock with brass triggerguard and buttplate. Saddle ring and bar. Steel ramrod with scarce security chain [added at the Frankford arsenal when barrel was rifled]. Faded cartouche.
Condition: Excellent for this model with scattered wear and minor marks to wood.
Notes: Only 334 of this model were altered in 1859 and this is no doubt one of the finest surviving specimens [see February, 1994 Gun Report for an in depth discussion of these musketoons by author Peter Schmidt].
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

Very Rare U.S. Springfield Model 1855 Rifled Carbine

Lot #131 (Sale Order 131 of 514)

Firearm..54 caliber, 22-inch round barrel finished bright with single steel band and standard three-position folding-leaf rear sight. Breech marked: V/P/[eaglehead]. Tang marked: 1855. Case-hardened lock marked: [eagle]/U.S./Spring/field/1854. Standard walnut stock with no inspector cartouches. Brass fore-end cap. Swivel ramrod. Swivel sling ring on triggerguard. Steel buttplate marked: U.S.
Condition: Very good to fine for this model. Grey metal with scattered light pitting and age patina. Traces of silvered case-hardening remaining on hammer and lock. Wood excellent with minor marks present. An exceptional example of this rare model, perhaps the finest in existence.
Notes: Only 1000 of these carbines were manufactured by the Springfield Armory.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

U.S. Springfield Model 1855 Rifle Musket, Dated 1858

Lot #132 (Sale Order 132 of 514)

Firearm..58 caliber, 40-inch round barrel with three steel bands. Ladder-type military sights. Breech marked: /P/[eaglehead]/1858. Lock with Maynard tape primer system. Lock marked: [spread eagle on door]/U.S./Springfield/1858. Polished steel. Standard walnut stock with two crisp cartouches. Bottom of buttstock marked V. Brass fore-end cap. Steel mountings. Steel ramrod. Sling mounts.
Condition: Excellent. Steel in unpolished bright metal with light wear overall. Wood excellent with a few minor bruises.
Notes: 47,115 of this model were manufactured. It was the first U.S. martial model to fire the .58 caliber Minie ball [see Flayderman 9A-307].
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

U.S. Springfield Model 1855 Percussion Rifle Musket Dated 1859

Lot #133 (Sale Order 133 of 514)

Firearm..58 caliber, 40-inch round polished steel barrel with three bands and three-position folding-leaf rear sight. Breech marked: V/P/[eaglehead]/1859. Polished steel lock with Maynard tape priming system. Lock marked: U.S./Springfield/1859. Standard walnut stock with crisp inspector cartouche. Steel furniture and ramrod. Sling mounts.
Condition: Excellent. All steel in the white and showing light wear. Wood with light wear and minor dents and blemishes.
Estimate: 4500 - 6500

U.S. Springfield Model 1855 Cadet Rifled Percussion Musket, Dated 1859

Lot #134 (Sale Order 134 of 514)

Firearm..58 caliber, 40-inch round barrel with fire-blued three-position flip-up rear sight. Breech marked: V/P/[eaglehead]. Lock with Maynard tape priming system and marked: U.S./Springfield/1859. Standard walnut stock with faint inspector cartouche. Polished steel furniture. Buttplate marked: U.S./A/49. Brass fore-end cap. Steel ramrod. Sling mounts.
Condition: Excellent with clean bright metal overall. Wood with scattered wear and minor dents and bruises.
Estimate: 2000 - 3500

U.S. Springfield Model 1863 Type I Rifle Musket Dated 1863

Lot #135 (Sale Order 135 of 514)

Firearm..58 caliber, 40-inch polished steel barrel with blued three-position folding-leaf rear sight and three barrel bands. Breech marked: V/P/[eaglehead]/1863. Case-hardened hammer and lockplate. Lock marked: [spread eagle]/U.S./Springfield/1863. Standard walnut stock with two crisp inspector cartouches. Steel furniture and ramrod. Sling mounts.
Condition: Excellent with clean in the white polished metal overall. Vibrant case-hardening. Wood excellent with a few insignificant marks.
Notes: 273,265 of this model were produced.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

U.S. Springfield Model 1863 Type Ii Rifle Musket

Lot #136 (Sale Order 136 of 514)

Firearm..58 caliber, 40-inch barrel with standard military sights and three barrel bands. Breech marked: V/P/[eaglehead]/1864. Case-hardened hammer and lock. Lock marked: U.S./Springfield/1864. Bolster with spread eagle. Standard walnut stock with faint ELA and WPTcartouches present. Steel ramrod. Sling mounts [see Flayderman 9A-341].
Condition: Excellent. Metal in-the-white with scattered light wear overall. Wood excellent, showing only minor dents and bruises.
Estimate: 4500 - 6000

U.S. Springfield First Model 1865 Allin Conversion Rifle

Lot #137 (Sale Order 137 of 514)

Firearm.Unserialized. .58 rimfire caliber, 37 3/4-inch polished steel barrel with blued two-position rear sight and three polished steel barrel bands. Left facet of breech with eaglehead. Top of tang marked: _864. Case-hardened breechblock, hammer and lock. Lock marked: [eaglehead]/U.S./Springfield/1865. Standard walnut stock with faint ESA cartouche. Steel ramrod. Sling mounts [see Flayderman 9A-354].
Condition: Excellent. In-the-bright metal excellent with light wear overall. 100% vibrant case-hardening. Excellent wood with minor marks present.
Estimate: 3500 - 5000

Rare And Exceptional U.S. Springfield Alteration Of Spencer Model 1865 Cavalry Carbine To Infantry R

Lot #138 (Sale Order 138 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 24919, .50 caliber rimfire, 32 1/2-inch barrel with pedestal front sight and ladder-type rear sight. Blued finish. Barrel marked at breech: 24919. Two case-hardened barrel bands. Saddle-ring and bar. Case-hardened frame, hammer, lever and buttplate. ""M"" and ""P"" inspector stamps. Stabler cut-off. Standard walnut stocks with ESA cartouche. Steel ramrod. Sling mounts.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Retaining approximately 85-90% finish with minor wear to relief edges. Faded case-hardening with some areas of color remaining. Wood very good with minor hairline crack in buttstock and minor dents and bruises. Bright bore.
Notes: See Flayderman 9B-087 for discussion on this variation.
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

Scarce And Exceptional U.S. Springfield Second Model 1866 Allin Conversion Rifle

Lot #139 (Sale Order 139 of 514)

Firearm.Unserialized. .50 centerfire caliber, 36 5/8-inch polished steel barrel lined and rebored to .50 caliber. Blued two-position folding-leaf rear sight and three polished steel barrel bands. Blued breechblock marked: 1866/[eaglehead]. Initials J.B. on left side under breech. Eaglehead at breech. Case-hardened hammer and lock mechanism. Lock marked: [spread eagle]/U.S./Springfield/1864. Standard walnut stock with crisp ESA and another illegible cartouche. Polished steel mountings. Steel ramrod. Sling mounts.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Retaining bright metal finish overall. Blued and case-hardened elements retaining 100% vibrant finish. Wood near mint. Bright bore.
Notes: 25,000 of this model were manufactured. This example one of finest in existence.
Estimate: 5000 - 6000

U.S. Springfield Model 1869 Cadet Trapdoor Rifle

Lot #140 (Sale Order 140 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 3418, .50 caliber, 29 5/8-inch barrel with standard military sights and two barrel bands. Barrel and breech both marked 3418. Metal bright-finished. Case-hardened breech and high-arch breechblock marked: 1870/[eaglehead]/U.S. Case-hardened hammer and lock mechanism marked: U.S./Springfield/1863. Standard walnut stock with SWP/1881 cartouche. Steel ramrod.
Condition: Excellent. Metal showing original bright finish with slight wear overall. Minor pitting near muzzle. Case-hardened elements retaining traces of faded and silvered case-hardening with light wear overall. Wood excellent with scattered wear and light blemishes. Bright bore.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Rare U.S. Springfield Altered Sharps Model 1870, Type Ii Breechloading Military Rifle

Lot #141 (Sale Order 141 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 227, .50-70 caliber, 35 1/2-inch polished steel barrel with pedestal front sight and ladder-type military sight with two steel barrel bands. Barrel numbered at breech 227. Case-hardened drop-block action. Tang numbered 227. Lever latch marked ""W"". Standard walnut stock with crisp ESA cartouche [E.S. Allen]. Steel ramrod and sling mounts. U.S. marked buttplate.
Condition: Excellent. Polished steel barrel and mountings with light grey patina. Vibrant case-hardening.
Notes: This is one of the second type of these Springfield alterations; the Sharps frame used was the1874 Sharps cartridge rifle without provision for the pellet primer system; only 300 of this alteration were produced. [see Flayderman 5F-037]
Estimate: 7000 - 8000

U.S. Springfield Model 1870 Trapdoor Rifle

Lot #142 (Sale Order 142 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 4297, .50 caliber, 32 1/2-inch barrel with barrel lug front sight and ladder-type military rear sight. Two barrel bands. Barrel marked: 4297 at breech. High-arch breechblock marked: [eaglehead]/U.S. Lock marked: [spread eagle]/U.S./Springfield/1863. Standard walnut stock with TWP inspector cartouche. Buttplate marked: U.S/D/8. Steel ramrod. Sling mounts.
Condition: Very good. Metal with smooth grey patina, showing scattered wear overall. Wood with minor wear and light marks.
Estimate: 800 - 1200

Rare U.S. Springfield Altered Sharps Model 1870, First Type, Breechloading Rifle

Lot #143 (Sale Order 143 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. C34616, .50-70 caliber, 35 1/2-inch polished steel barrel with two barrel bands. Ladder-type rear sight. Barrel numbered at breech: 34616. Case-hardened breechblock, hammer, frame, lever and buttplate. Buttplate marked: U.S. Walnut stocks with ESA cartouche. Sling mounts [see Flayderman 5F-036].
Condition: Excellent as configured. Bright metal with no evidence of pitting. Some vibrant case-hardening remaining. Wood with light wear and minor marks.
Notes: Only 700 of this model were manufactured.
Estimate: 4000 - 5000

U.S. Springfield Model 1873 Trapdoor Rifle

Lot #144 (Sale Order 144 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 59597, .45-70 caliber, 32 5/8-inch barrel with pedestal front sight and ladder-type rear sight. Marked at breech: V/P/[eaglehead]. Two barrel bands. Blued finish. Case-hardened high-arch breechblock marked: Model/1873/U.S. Lock marked: [spread eagle]/U.S./Springfield/1873. Standard walnut stock with ESA cartouche. Circle ""P"" cartouche behind tang. Steel ramrod. Sling mounts. Period leather military sling. Brass inventory tag with number 153 attached to mount.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 90-95% finish with scattered light wear to breechblock, lock and relief edges. Excellent wood with minor dents and blemishes. Sling with wear. An excellent and discriminating example.
Estimate: 2000 - 4000

Rare Full Box Of Blank .58 Caliber Blank Cartridges By U.m.c.

Lot #145 (Sale Order 145 of 514)

Firearm.Near mint box of 20 .58 caliber rimfire blank cartridges by U.M.C. Top of box with Red stencil legend: BLANK. Also stamped: Miller. Shrink-wrapped. Reportedly for the 1st Model Allin Conversion.
Condition: Near mint.
Estimate: 150 - 250

Lot Of Three Reproduction Cartridge And Bullet Blocks

Lot #146 (Sale Order 146 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising; 1) Two reproduction .44 caliber cartridge blocks [pencil date on back 1962]. 2) Reproduction wood block containing 10 .69 caliber 50 grain minie balls.
Condition: 1) Both are excellent. 2) Very good. Top of paper torn.
Estimate: 50 - 100

Rare And Exceptional U.S. Springfield Lee Model 1875 Vertical Action Rifle

Lot #147 (Sale Order 147 of 514)

Firearm.Unserialized. .45-70 caliber, 32 5/8-inch barrel with hooded front sight and ladder-type rear sight. Two barrel bands. Blued finish. Walnut stock with ESA cartouche. Steel ramrod. Stacking swivel.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Retaining approximately 90-95% finish with scattered light wear to relief edges and buttplate. Wood excellent with a few minor marks. Mirror bright bore.
Notes: Only 143 of this model were manufactured. This example made in 1875.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Rare U.S. Army Model 1876 Mills Canvas Cartridge Belt

Lot #148 (Sale Order 148 of 514)

Firearm.Standard pattern martial canvas cartridge belt with three rings for attachment of accessories. Back of belt stenciled: CO ""C"" 2nd GA. INF./28. Brass buckle.
Condition: Very good with age wear and patina.
Estimate: 350 - 550

Exceptional U.S. Springfield Model 1879 Trapdoor Rifle

Lot #149 (Sale Order 149 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 152265, .45-70 caliber, 32 5/8-inch barrel with standard military sights and two barrel bands. Marked at breech: V/P/[eaglehead]/P/L/B. Blued finish. Case-hardened breechblock marked: U.S./Model/1873, Martial blued hammer and lock marked: [spread eagle]/U.S./Springfield/1873. Standard walnut stock with crisp SWP/1881 cartouche. Circle ""P"" marking behind lower tang. Steel ramrod and sling mounts [see Flayderman 9A-372].
Condition: Excellent to mint. Retaining approximately 99-100% finish with virtually no wear in evidence. Vibrant case-hardening. Wood near mint. Bright bore. An exceptional example.
Estimate: 3500 - 6000

Lot Of Five Assorted U.S. Martial Rifle Tools

Lot #150 (Sale Order 150 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising four trapdoor combination rifle and carbine tools marked: U.S. Mod. 1879. Together with one 1863 Musket tool.
Condition: All are excellent to mint.
Estimate: 300 - 400

Lot Of Five Assorted U.S. Rifle Tools

Lot #151 (Sale Order 151 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising two examples marked: U.S. Mod./1879 [trapdoor]; one McKeever tool; 2 others examples marked US.
Condition: All are excellent
Estimate: 150 - 200

U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Carbine

Lot #152 (Sale Order 152 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 449679, .45-70 caliber, 22-inch barrel with hooded front sight and Buffington rear sight. Breech marked: V/P/[eaglehead]/P/A. Case-hardened low-arch breechblock marked: U.S./Model/1884. Saddle ring and bar. Lock marked: [spread eagle]/U.S./Springfield. Standard walnut stock with faint outline of cartouche visible.
Condition: Fine. Retaining approximately 85-90% finish with scattered wear to relief edges and buttplate. Vibrant case-hardening. Stock showing minor dents and bruises. Bright bore.
Notes: Flayderman classifies this carbine as a Model 1890 because it has two government alterations: 1) front sight cover. 2) a special ""high hump"" barrel band to protect rear sight. It is a Model 1884 with these improvements.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Exceptional U.S. Springfield Model 1884 Trapdoor Rifle, Made In 1889

Lot #153 (Sale Order 153 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 463597, .45-70 caliber with 500 grain bullet. 32 5/8-inch barrel with Buffington military rear sight and standard front sight. Blued finish. Breech marked: V/P/[eaglehead]/A/P. Case-hardened low-arch breechblock marked: U.S./Model/1884. Lock marked: U.S./Springfield. Steel ramrod. Standard walnut stock with crisp SMP/1889 inspector cartouche. Sling mounts. Leather military sling marked: Rock Island/Arsenal/E.H.S.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Completely original, retaining 99-100% finish with vibrant case-hardening. Wood mint with no wear present. Sling very good.
Notes: 200,000 of this model were produced. [see Flayderman 9A381]
Estimate: 3500 - 5000

Rare Frankford Arsenal Marked Gang Mold

Lot #154 (Sale Order 154 of 514)

Firearm.The brass4-gate .45-70 gang bullet mold marked: U.S./Frankford Arsenal/1889/Cal. .45/H.M. Blued steel sprue cutter. Walnut handles with brass ferrules. Made for the U.S. Springfield Trapdoor rifle and carbine.
Condition: Excellent with light wear present.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

U.S. Springfield Model 1884, Type Ii Trapdoor Cadet Rifle

Lot #155 (Sale Order 155 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 489047, .45-70 caliber, 29 1/2-inch barrel with pedestal front sight and Buffington rear sight. Breech marked: V/P/[eaglehead]P/V. Blued finish. Case-hardened breechblock marked: U.S./Model/1884. Martial blued lock marked: [spread eagle]/U.S./Springfield. Standard walnut stock with SWP/1891 cartouche. Top of buttstock stamped: 462. Buttplate stamped: 462. Steel ramrod. Sling mounts.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 85-95% finish with bayonet wear at muzzle and light wear to relief edges. Wood with scattered minor dents and bruises. Bright bore.
Notes: 10,000 of this model were manufactured.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Lot Of Three U.S. Socket Bayonets With Scabbards

Lot #156 (Sale Order 156 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) U.S. Socket Bayonet for the Model 1884 Cadet Rifle. With scabbard and frog. 2) Two U.S. Socket Bayonets for the 1884 Trapdoor Rifle. Both with scabbards and frogs. Brass belt hooks and U.S. rosettes.
Condition: All are excellent with scattered wear and age patina. Scabbards and frogs with light wear and scuffs.
Estimate: 450 - 650

U.S. Model 1885 Carbine Boot

Lot #157 (Sale Order 157 of 514)

Firearm.Late model with brass escutcheon. Marked: Rock Island Arsenal. McG inspector stamp. Leather straps.
Condition: Good to very good with surface checking to leather.
Estimate: 900 - 1200

Rare U.S. Springfield Experimental Model 1886 Trapdoor Carbine

Lot #158 (Sale Order 158 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 543592, .45-70 caliber, 24-inch barrel with unmarked Buffington military type sights. Blued finish. Marked at breech: V/P/[eaglehead]/P. Saddle ring. Case-hardened low-arch breechblock marked: U.S./Model/1873. Standard martial blue hammer and lockplate. Unique, uncapped elongated walnut stock with wrap-around front sling swivel for convenience in sliding gun from saddle scabbard. No inspector cartouches.
Condition: Fine to excellent for this model. Retaining approximately 70-80% finish with scattered wear and light spotting. Breechblock with brown age patina. Traces of silvered case-hardening remaining. Buttplate with brown patina and minor pitting. Wood very good to fine with scatttered wear and minor blemishes including a tiny chip to toe of butt. Action tight and crisp. Bright bore. No cleaning rod present in butt. [see Flayderman 9A386].
Notes: Only 1000 of this model were manufactured in the 1880s and issued to U.S. cavalry regiments. This is an excellent example of those that have survived.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Exceptional U.S. Springfield Model 1888 Trapdoor Rifle

Lot #159 (Sale Order 159 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 52778, .45-70 caliber, firing a 500 grain bullet. 32 5/8-inch barrel with pedestal front sight and Buffington rear sight. Two barrel bands. Marked at breech: V/P/[eaglehead]/P/A. Retractable ramrod spike bayonet. Blued finish. Case-hardened breechblock marked: U.S./Model/1884. Martial blued hammer and lock marked: [eaglehead]/U.S./Springfield. Standard walnut stock with crisp SWP/1891 cartouche. Circle ""P"" cartouche and G.C. proofs. Sling mounts.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Approximately 99-100% finish with virtually no wear present. Vibrant case-hardening. Wood near mint with a few minor dents present. An exceptional example.
Notes: For detailed information on this model see Flayderman 9A-387.
Estimate: 3500 - 5000

Rare And Exceptional Experimental ""positive Cam"" U.S. Springfield Model 1888 Trapdoor Rifle

Lot #160 (Sale Order 160 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 415518, .45-70 caliber, 32 5/8-inch barrel with pedestal front sight and Buffington rear sight. Marked at breech: V/P/[eaglehead]/P/J/A. Two barrel bands. Case-hardened low-arch breechblock marked: U.S./Model/1888. Positive cam in breechblock, the firing pin screw visible from right side of breechblock. Martial blued hammer and lock marked: [spread eagle]/U.S./Springfield. Standard walnut stock with crisp SWP/1888 cartouche. Circle ""P"" and ""O"" cartouches behind tang. Conventional cleaning rod. Sling mounts [see Flayderman 9A-388].
Condition: Excellent to mint. Approximately 95-98% finish with slight wear to relief edges. Vibrant case-hardening. Excellent to mint stock with a few insignificant marks. Bright bore. An exceptional and probably the best existing example of the100 of these made.
Estimate: 15000 - 20000

Scarce U.S. Hall-north Model 1833 Breechloading Percussion Carbine Made In 1839

Lot #161 (Sale Order 161 of 514)

Firearm.Unserialized. .52 caliber, 26 3/16-inch barrel with open sights and two steel bands. 25 1/4-inch retractable ramrod-bayonet. Browned finish. Breech with NWP inspector markings. Case-hardened breechblock marked: U.S/S.North/Midltn/Conn./1839. Spur-type breechblock release. Standard walnut stock. Triggerguard tang with two finger grooves and hinged patchbox.
Condition: Fine to excellent for this rare model. Retaining approximately 80-85% finish with light wear to buttplate and relief edges. Stock with several repaired cracks and numerous minor dents and blemishes. Action good.
Notes: Approximately 6,135 of this model were manufactured. The U.S. 2nd Dragoons were armed with these for their initial service in Florida. [see Flayderman, 9A-271]
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Scarce U.S. Hall Model 1836 Breechloading Percussion Carbine, Dated 1839

Lot #162 (Sale Order 162 of 514)

Firearm..64 caliber smoothbore, 23-inch round barrel with open sights and two pinned steel bands. Case-hardened breechblock marked: J.H. Hall/US/1839. Retractable 22 1/4-inch ramrod-style bayonet. Eye-bolt style sling ring. Spur-style breech release. Standard walnut stock with no inspector cartouches. Initials WTL lightly carved in left side of buttstock.
Condition: Excellent. 100% original, retaining approximately 95-98% brown finish with scattered light wear to relief edges. Solid wood with minor marks present. One tiny sliver crack on right side under frame.
Notes: 2020 of this model were manufactured at the Harpers Ferry Armory.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

U.S. Hall-north Model 1840 Type Ii Breechloading Percussion Carbine, Dated 1841

Lot #163 (Sale Order 163 of 514)

Firearm.Unserialized. .52 caliber, 21-inch rifled barrelwith open sights and two steel bands. Browned finish. Martial blue breechblock marked: U.S./S. North/Midtn/Conn./1841. Saddle ring and bar. ""Fishtail"" lever. Standard walnut stock with crisp WAT and DMN inspector cartouches. Steel ramrod. Completely original, a fine example of this model.
Condition: Excellent to mint, retaining approximately 95-99% finish with scattered light wear to relief edges. Breechblock retaining 100% bright transparent martial blue finish. Excellent wood with minor dents and blemishes.
Notes: For further information on this model see Flayderman 9A275.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Rare U.S. Hall-north Model 1840 Type Ii, First Variation Breechloading Percussion Carbine

Lot #164 (Sale Order 164 of 514)

Firearm.Unserialized. .52 caliber, 21-inch browned rifled barrel with two steel bands and open sights. Case-hardened breechblock marked: U.S./S. North/Middltn/Conn./1841. ""Fishtail"" breech lever. Standard walnut stock with crisp EB inspector cartouche. Saddle ring on rear of triggerguard tang designating the ""Type II"" model. Steel ramrod.
Condition: Excellent for this model. Retaining approximately 85-90% original finish with scattered light wear and patina. Wood with light wear and a few minor dents and blemishes. Minor hairline crack behind action.
Notes: Only 500 of this model manufactured. [see Flayderman 9A-274]
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Rare U.S. Hall Model 1842 Breechloading Percussion Carbine

Lot #165 (Sale Order 165 of 514)

Firearm.Unserialized. .52 caliber smoothbore. Single-shot. 21-inch round barrel with open sights and two brass barrel bands. Saddle ring and 8 1/2-inch bar. Breechblock marked: H Ferry/U.S./1842 [marred]. ""Fishtail"" lever. Standard walnut stock with brass mountings, Trumpet-shaped steel ramrod,
Condition: Fine for this model. Steel showing grey patina and scattered light pitting overall. Hammer marks present on breechblock. Breechblock retaining traces of case-hardening. Wood excellent with minor dents and blemishes.
Notes: This was the last Hall carbine made at Harpers Ferry. approximately 1000 were manufactured. All were sent to the 1st U.S. Dragoons for service in the Western campaign.
Estimate: 4000 - 5000

U.S. Hall-north Model 1843 Breechloading ""side Lever"" Percussion Carbine

Lot #166 (Sale Order 166 of 514)

Firearm..58 caliber, 21-inch round barrel with open sights. Two steel barrel bands. Breech marked: S.K. Top of breechblock marked: U.S./S.North/Middltn/Conn./1850. Saddle ring and bar. Standard walnut stock with no cartouche which is correct. Steel ramrod.
Condition: Excellent for this model with bright metal and only slight wear and minor spots of pitting present. Wood near mint.
Notes: This is one of the so-called ""Fremont"" carbines involved in the scandal of early Civil War years; the ""Fremonts"" were refinished by W. W. Marsden; the barrel is rifled and finished bright with the brown finish removed. The caliber was enlarged from .52 to .58.
Estimate: 2500 - 4500

Perry First Model Breechloading Single Shot Percussion Pistol Carbine

Lot #167 (Sale Order 167 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 40, .52 caliber, 26 5/8-inch barrel with rifled bore. Tip-up lever-activated front-loading breechblock. No percussion cap feeding system present which is correct for this model. Steel frame. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine for this model. Metal showing grey-brown age patina and scattered light pitting overall. Grips with minor dents and bruises. Action good.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

Exceptional U.S. Navy Jenks Percussion Carbine By N.P. Ames, Springfield, Massachusetts

Lot #168 (Sale Order 168 of 514)

Firearm.Unserialized. .54 caliber, 24 1/4-inch round barrel with brown lacquer finish. Breech marked: Wm Jenks/USN/R.P./P/1844. Two brass barrel bands. Case-hardened ""mule ear"" hammer, breech lever and lock mechanism. Lock marked: Wm Jenks/N.P. Ames/Springfield/Mass. Standard walnut stock with crisp RP and JL inspector cartouches. Brass triggerguard with saddle ring on tang. Brass buttplate.
Condition: Excellent to mint. 95-99% finish with scattered light wear overall. Case-hardening with light fading but present. Wood excellent with only a few minor marks.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Exceptional U.S. Navy Jenks Breechloading Carbine By E. Remington & Sons

Lot #169 (Sale Order 169 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 3144, .54 caliber, 24 1/4-inch round barrel with open sights and two brass barrel bands. Breech marked: W. Jenks/U.S.N./R.P./P/1847/Cast Steel. ""P"" inspector marks present on numerous parts. Brown lacquer finish. Case-hardened breech lever and lock mechanism. ""Mule Ear"" side-hammer with Maynard tape primer system. Lock marked: Remington's/Herkimer/N.Y. Standard walnut stock with crisp RP inspector cartouche. Brass triggerguard with saddle ring. Brass buttplate.
Condition: Excellent to mint and possibly unfired. Retaining approximately 95-99% finish on barrel with slight wear at muzzle. Case-hardening faded but present. Wood excellent with only light handling marks. An exceptional example of this scarce model.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Scarce British-type Greene Carbine By Massachusetts Arms Company

Lot #170 (Sale Order 170 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 689, .54 caliber, 18-inch blued barrel with 16-sided hand grasp section. Military ladder-type sights. British proofs. Case-hardened swivel breech action with Maynard tape primer system. Saddle ring. Lock marked: [queen's crown]/VR/Mass.Arms Co./U.S.A./1856. Trigger-type breech release. Standard walnut stock with steel mountings and patchbox.
Condition: Excellent as partially refinished. Barrel retaining approximately 99-100% of a reblued finish with minor spots of pitting present beneath finish. Vibrant case-hardening. Pitting present on patchbox and buttplate. Wood excellent with minor wear and marks.
Notes: 2000 of this model were made under contract for the British government in 1855 for use in the Crimean War but saw little service.
Estimate: 3500 - 5000

Rare James Warner Solid Frame Revolving Rifle, C. 1850

Lot #171 (Sale Order 171 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 249, .40 caliber, 26-inch octagonal barrel with dovetailed front sight and long elevation type rear sight. Loading lever threaded at end secured by end of wooden ramrod. Topstrap marked: James Warner, Springfield, Mass. Manually revolving cylinder operated by release lever forward of regular trigger. Spur-type triggerguard. Varnished walnut stock with steel furniture. Crescent butt [see Flayderman 15-027].
Condition: Fine for this model. Metal with dark age patina and scattered light pitting. Wood very good with light wear and patina.
Notes: Only 300-350 of this particular model were manufactured.
Estimate: 4500 - 6500

Rare Unopened Pack Of Maynard Civil War Ammunition

Lot #172 (Sale Order 172 of 514)

Firearm.Rare plain paper-wrapped packet of 10 Maynard Civil War era cartridges. No labels. ""Maynard"" written in ink on side of packet. Tied with original period twine.
Condition: Very good to excellent with wear and minor splits to paper wrapper and age discoloration.
Estimate: 300 - 400

Exceptional Maynard First Model Breechloading Civil War Carbine

Lot #173 (Sale Order 173 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 2959, .50 caliber, Maynard tape primer system. 20-inch round barrel with open sights. Blued finish. Case-heardened hammer and frame. Tang-mounted Vernier long range folding peep sight. Properly addressed on sides of frame and on patchbox door. Standard walnut stock with no fore arm. Case-hardened buttplate and patchbox containing original Maynard orange patent date label, together with original roll of unopened caps for the Maynard system. No sling swivel which is correct for this model.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Retaining approximately 95-98% finish overall with minor thinning on barrel and one tiny area of spotting on right side of frame. Wood excellent to mint.
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

Rare And Exceptional Maynard Second Model Carbine By Massachussetts Arms Company, Made In 1865

Lot #174 (Sale Order 174 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 25215, .50 caliber, Single-shot, 20-inch part round, part octagonal blued barrel with dovetailed front sight and three-position folding-leaf rear sight. Left side of barrel marked: M. Case-hardened frame and lever with proper maker markings. Martial blue hammer. Lower tang marked: 1865 and 25215. Standard walnut stock with two crisp JM cartouches. Case-hardened buttplate.
Condition: Excellent to mint, retaining virtually 100% finish with minor thinning of case-hardening on lever and buttplate. Remaining case-hardening vibrant with color. Wood mint with crisp markings. A truly exceptional example of this model, perhaps the best in existence.
Estimate: 8000 - 12000

Burnside Second Model Breechloading Carbine By Bristol Firearms Company

Lot #175 (Sale Order 175 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 152, .54 caliber, 21-inch barrel with standard two-position folding-leaf rear sight. Bottom of barrel marked 94 [these models have mixed numbers]. Breechblock marked: Burnside's/Patent/March 25th/1856/152. Case-hardened frame marked: Bristol Firearm Co. Saddle ring and bar. Standard walnut stock with faint inspector cartouche.
Condition: Fine for this model. Metal with brown age patina and scattered light pitting near breech. Wood with minor hairline crack and a few minor marks.
Estimate: 3500 - 5500

Scarce Burnside Third Model Breechloading Carbine

Lot #176 (Sale Order 176 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 3175, .54 caliber, 21-inch round barrel with standard military sights. Marked ""M"" at breech. Blued finish. Martial blue frame and breechblock. Right side of frame marked: Burnside Rifle Co./Providence R.I. Saddle ring and bar. Walnut stocks with faint inspector's cartouche. Sling mount.
Condition: Excellent for this model. Barrel retaining over 95% finish on barrel. Strong traces of martial blue remaining on frame and lever. Wood excellent with minor wear and marks.
Notes: Third model Burnside carbines are difficult to find as 2000 were produced in the Civil War and were heavily used; production was discontinued until perfected in the issue of the refined fourth model. This example is exceptional for a Third model.
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Rare Burnside Transition Breechloading Percussion Carbine, With Features Of Third And Fourth Models

Lot #177 (Sale Order 177 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1028, .54 caliber, 21-inch round brown-finished barrel with standard military issue sights. Breech marked: W/P. Frame with bright martial blue finish. Case-hardened breechblock, lever latch, hammer and buttplate. Saddle ring and bar. ""H"" inspector stamps. Lock marked: Burnside Rifle Co./Providence R.I. Upper tang drilled and threaded for a peep sight. Standard walnut stocks with sling swivel. This example, while appearing to be a third model but close examination shows that it has the breechblock with the hinged and pivoting feature found on the fourth model.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 80-85% finish with scattered wear and age patina. Faded case-hardening. Wood near mint with a few minor marks.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Merrill First Type Breechloading Percussion Carbine With Patchbox In Buttstock

Lot #178 (Sale Order 178 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 8350, .54 caliber, 22 1/8-inch round barrel with standard three-position folding-leaf rear sight. Brown finish. Single brass band. Case-hardened breech lever marked: J.H. Merrill Balto./Pat. July, 1856/8350. Lock marked: J.H. Merrill Balto./Pat. July,1856./Apl 9 May 51-38-61. Standard walnut stock with brass triggerguard, patchbox and buttplate. Saddle ring and bar. Crisp GDL inspector's cartouche.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Barrel retaining approximately 85-90% finish with light wear and minor scratches present. Case-hardening thin and faded but present. Wood excellent with a few minor dents and blemishes. An exceptional example of this model.
Estimate: 4500 - 6000

Smith Breechloading Carbine

Lot #179 (Sale Order 179 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 4861, .52caliber, 21 1/2-inch part round/part octagonal barrel with pinned german silver blade-type front sight and short ladder-type rear sight. Left side of barrel marked ""B"" at breech. Blued finish. Fire-blued barrel latch strap. Case-hardened hammer and action with correct address and markings. Saddle ring and bar. Standard walnut stocks with buttstock marked: G.P.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Retaining approximately 95-98% finish with wear to buttplate and light fading of case-hardening. Wood near mint.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Rare Unopened Box Of Poultney's Patent Metallic Cartridges For The Smith Breechloading Carbine

Lot #180 (Sale Order 180 of 514)

Firearm.The sealed box of cartridges with label reading: 10/Poultney's Patent Metallic Cartridges,/Patented Dec. 15th, 1863. 12 Caps./For/ Smith's Breech-Loading/Carbine./No.1 30.100 Calibre./ Address, Poultney & Trimble, Baltimore, Md.
Condition: Excellent with scattered light wear and scuffing to label. Age discoloration to wrapper. Shrink-wrapped.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Gallagher Breechloading Cartridge Carbine By Richardson & Overman, Philadelphia

Lot #181 (Sale Order 181 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 24968, .56-52 caliber, 22 1/4-inch round barrel with a dovetailed pyramid front sight and two-position folding-leaf rear sight. Breech marked: J.M.D. Case-hardened frame, hammer, lock, lever, patchbox and buttplate. Lock marked: Manufactured By/Richardson & Overman/Philada./ Gallagher's Patent/July 17th 1860/24968. Side hammer. Saddle ring and bar. Standard walnut stock with crisp AJN and WHB inspector's cartouche.
Condition: Excellent to mint, retaining approximately 80-90% finish with minor flaking on patchbox and buttplate. Rich and vibrant case-hardening. Wood near mint.
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

Rare Unpened Box Of Ammunition For The Gallagher Breechloading Carbine

Lot #182 (Sale Order 182 of 514)

Firearm.Label reading: 10/Poultney's Metallic/Cartridges; 12 Caps,/For/Gallagher's Breech Loading Carbine./50/100 Calibre.
Condition: Excellent with scattered light scuffing and age discoloration to label.
Estimate: 700 - 900

Rare British-marked Starr Cartridge Carbine

Lot #183 (Sale Order 183 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 38363, .52 caliber, 21-inch blued barrel with standard military sights, British broad arrows and S.T.B. inspector stamp. Marked at breech: 38363. Case-hardened falling block action with lock marked: Starr Arms Co./Yonkers, N.Y. Side hammer. Saddle ring. Standard walnut stocks, the buttstock with two inspector cartouches and inspector initials J.H. British WD Broad Arrow cartouche on right side of buttstock.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Approximately 95-100% finish with slight handling wear present. Faded but present case-hardening. Excellent wood with only minor marks.
Estimate: 5000 - 6000

Rare U.S. Sharps Model 1855 Breechloading Carbine

Lot #184 (Sale Order 184 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 17422, .54 caliber, 21-inch barrel with original military ladder-type rear sight. Breech marked: U.S./J.H./P/H. Drop-block action with Maynard tape primer system with door marked: Edward Maynard/Patented 1845. Tang marked: Sharps/Patent/1848/17422. Saddle ring and bar. Walnut stock with brass barrel band, patchbox and buttplate. No cartouche on wood.
Condition: Very good to fine. Metal with grey-brown age patina and scattered fine pitting. Slight traces of silvered case-hardening remaining in protected areas. Rear sight needs ""V"" slide. Wood very good, showing a few dents and blemishes. Minor sliver chip to right fore-end.
Notes: Only 700 of this were manufactured and very few have survived as most were used in the opening days and weeks of the Civil War.
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

Scarce U.S. Navy Sharps New Model 1859 Percussion Breech-loading Rifle

Lot #185 (Sale Order 185 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 40864, .54 caliber, 30-inch barrel with pedestal front sight and ladder-type rear sight. Bayonet lug. Three barrel bands. Barrel marked: New Model 1859 at breech. Case-hardened hammer, frame, lock, lever, patchbox and buttplate. Correct address and markings. Standard walnut stocks with buttstock marked: USN/I/FAR. Sling mounts.
Condition: Fine for this model. Barrel and bands with smooth dark brown age patina. Traces of silvered case-hardening present. Wood very good with scattered minor dents and bruises. Bright bore.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Scarce U.S. Sharps ""berdan Sharpshooters"" New Model 1859 Army Rifle

Lot #186 (Sale Order 186 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 54716, .52 caliber, 30-inch barrel with pedestal front sight and ladder-type rear sight. Standard barrel markings. Three barrel bands. Drop-block action with pellet primer system and standard markings. Double set-triggers. Walnut stocks with faint cartouche present. Steel patchbox. Sling mounts.
Condition: Fine. Metal with mottled grey patina with scattered light pitting and spotting. Wood very good with one period crack repair to fore-end and minor dents and bruises. Old revarnish present. Bore good with strong rifling and minor spots of pitting.
Notes: Berdan Sharps are much sought after by collectors, primarily due to the Civil War fame of this unit. This very gun is pictured in Roy Marcot's fine book on Berdan's Sharpshooters. Author Frank Sellers discusses these arms on pages 71, 72, 73, 81 and 182 of his definitive book on Sharps rifles. A truly historic firearm.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Lot Of Three Assorted U.S. Socket Bayonets

Lot #187 (Sale Order 187 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) U.S. triangular bayonet for Sharps or Spencer rifles. Unmarked 18-inch triangular blade with locking ring. No inspector markings. No scabbard. 2) U.S. marked blued triangular bayonet for the U.S. Model 1869 Cadet Rifle. 16 3/8-inch blade marked U.S. Locking ring. No scabbard. 3) U.S. marked triangular bayonet. 18-inch blade marked: U.S. with collar marked: O & Co. No inspector markings. No scabbard.
Condition: 1) Excellent with scattered light wear overall. 2) Excellent. Retaining approximately 80-85% finish with light wear to collar.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Rare Sword Bayonet For The Sharps 3-band Musket By Collins

Lot #188 (Sale Order 188 of 514)

Firearm.20 1/4-inch blade with single wide fuller. Ricasso marked: Collins & Co./Hartford/Conn. Brass one-piece hilt with ribbed grip. Push-button release. No scabbard.
Condition: Very good to excellent with scattered light wear present.
Estimate: 350 - 550

Lot Of Three Assorted Canteens

Lot #190 (Sale Order 189 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) U.S. Army Spanish American War canteen. Standard pattern with khaki cover, Stenciled U.S. /R.I.A. Two ring loops. 2) Civil war era canteen with grey blanket cover. Linen strap. Chained stopper. 3) Civil War era English import oval wooden canteen. This pattern canteen often used by Confederates. Leather straps. Threaded pewter stopper.
Condition: All are very good to excellent with light age wear and patina.
Estimate: 700 - 900

Rare U.S. Navy Hitchcock Patent Pistol Cartridge Pouch

Lot #191 (Sale Order 190 of 514)

Firearm.Standard pattern black leather pouch marked: Manufactured By/Joseph J. Walton/New York/Hitchcock's Pat./Oct. 7. 1879. Side-break lid. USN embossed stamp on lid. Two belt loops. Partitioned cardboard liner.
Condition: Very good with light surface checking to leather and light to moderate wear overall.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Lot Of Two Assorted U.S. Ammunition Pouches

Lot #192 (Sale Order 191 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Rare Hagner No. 2 Cartridge Pouch. Black leather pouch. Altered for use with shotgun or larger rifle rounds, customized with five-cartridge wood block liner. G & L inspector markings. 2) Black leather McKeever pattern cartridge pouch. Khaki web interior bellows with space for 20 rounds and pouch for tool. Waterlivet Arsenal markings
Condition: 1) Good as configured. Interior of pouch altered by having existing loops removed and wooden block added for larger rounds. 2) Very good with scattered wear and patina.
Estimate: 700 - 900

Rare Hagner No. 1 U.S. Martial Ammunition Pouch

Lot #193 (Sale Order 192 of 514)

Firearm.Standard pattern pouch with flap embossed: US. Interior with three rows of canvas cartridge loops. ""Y""-type belt loops. H.G. inspector stamps.
Condition: Very good to excellent with light wear and patina. Minor verdigris deposits on brass fittings.
Estimate: 900 - 1200

Fine Texas D-guard Confederate Bowie Knife With Scabbard

Lot #194 (Sale Order 193 of 514)

Firearm.Bright steel clipped point blade measuring 18 1/8-inches; blackened steel knuckle bow; blackened steel bolsters to carved bone grip; sheet metal tip to leather scabbard, leather secured by stitching and copper rivets;
Condition: Fine. Light patina and wear to blade; scabbard with patina, wear; leather remains supple.
Notes: See William A. Albaugh III and Edward N. Simmons, Confederate Arms, chapter III, pages 124-128.
Estimate: 3500 - 5500

Interesting Unmarked Two-cavity Bullet Mold With Tag Reading ""bullet Mold For A Dance Revolver""

Lot #195 (Sale Order 194 of 514)

Firearm.The unmarked .44 caliber steel two-cavity bullet mold with steel sprue cutter. Appears similar to a Colt mold but having an elongated hinge screw. Attached consignor tag reading: ""Bullet Mold for Dance Bros. Revolver"".
Condition: Very good, showing age wear, scattered pitting and patina.
Estimate: 250 - 350

Rare Martially Marked Ballard Breechloading Carbine

Lot #196 (Sale Order 195 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 881, .54 caliber, 22-inch round barrel with standard two-position folding-leaf rear sight. Left side of frame marked: Merwyn & Bray/Agt's N.Y./881. Right side of frame marked: Ballard's Patent/Nov 5, 1861. Case-hardened hammer. Extractor. Standard walnut stock with faint traces of an oval inspector's cartouche on left side of stock near frame. Sling mounts.
Condition: Very good. Barrel retaining 90-95% brown finish with scattered light wear to relief edges. Frame and mountings with grey patina, showing minor pitting on lever and buttplate. Wood excellent with light marks.
Estimate: 5000 - 6000

U.S. Sharps And Hankins Model 1862 ""short"" Cavalry Single Shot Breechloading Carbine

Lot #197 (Sale Order 196 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 6083, .52 rimfire caliber, 18 3/4-inch barrel with adjustable elevation rear sight. Left side of frame marked: Pat???/1859. Fire-blued hammer. Serpentine breech lever. Saddle ring. Walnut stock. Brass buttplate. Sling mount. manufactured during the Civil War.
Condition: Fine for this model. Browning and fading of blue finish mixed with grey-brown patina. Minor spotting and pitting on right side of frame. Slight traces of blue finish remaining on the hammer. Wood excellent with a few minor dents and blemishes.
Notes: Approximately 1000 of these ""short"" carbines were manufactured and were used exclusively by the Third New York Volunteer Cavalry [see page 173, Sellers, Sharps Firearms] Flayderman states that some were used by the 11th New York Cavalry as well [see Flayderman 5F094]
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Rare Warner Breechloading Carbine

Lot #198 (Sale Order 197 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no, 1575, .50 rimfire caliber, 20-inch round barrel with standard sights and single steel barrel band. Brass frame, triggerguard and buttplate. Frame marked: James Warner Springfield, Mass./Warner's/ Patent. Swing-open breech. Trigger-type extractor. ""L"" inspector stamps. Standard walnut stocks with faint inspector cartouche.
Condition: Fine. Steel with grey patina and scattered light pitting. Brass elements with mellow age patina. Wood showing a fine hairline crack and a few minor marks.
Notes: Approximately 4000 Warner carbines were purchased by the U.S. Army but nearly all were purchased at auction after the Civil War and re-sold in Europe; less than 200 survive today [see Flayderman, 9B-102].
Estimate: 5000 - 6000

U.S. Gibbs Breechloading Carbine By William F. Brooks, New York City

Lot #199 (Sale Order 198 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1350, .52 caliber, 22-inch blued barrel with standard three-position folding leaf rear sight. Case-hardened lever and lock marked: [spread eagle]/Wm F. Brooks/Manfd New York/1863. No saddle ring. Standard walnut stock marked at wrist: 1350. Case-hardened buttplate marked: U.S.
Condition: Excellent for this model. Retaining approximately 95-99% finish with light wear to relief edges. Traces of case-hardening remaining. Wood excellent with minor wear and marks.
Notes: Only 1052 of this model carbine were produced and this example is unquestionably one of the finest Gibbs in existence.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Gwyn & Campbell Martially Marked Type Ii, Third Variant Breechloading Carbine

Lot #200 (Sale Order 199 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 2076, .52 caliber, 20-inch round blued barrel with octagonal section at breech. Standard military ladder-type sight [broken]. Case-hardened hammer and frame marked: Gwyn & Campbell/Patent/1862/Hamilton, O./Union/Rifle. Fire-blued breechblock and upper tang. Saddle ring and bar. Standard walnut stock with crisp WHR inspector cartouche. Third variant with locking lever.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 85-90% finish with scattered wear to relief edges. Vibrant case-hardening. Excellent wood.
Estimate: 4000 - 6500

Rare U.S. Navy Joslyn Model 1864 Carbine

Lot #201 (Sale Order 200 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 5540, .52 rimfire caliber, 22-inch round barrel with standard two-position folding leaf sight. Marked at breech: F.D.L. Tin-plated finish. Single-shot swing-out breech-loading system. Top of breech and tang marked: 5540. Side-hammer lock marked: Joslyn Firearms Co./Stonington Conn./1864. Standard walnut stock with two crisp FDL inspector cartouches. Buttplate marked: U.S.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Retaining approximately 95-98% finish with minor flaking at muzzle. Wood excellent with only insignificant marks.
Notes: Obviously issued to the U.S. Navy, this example in its present near mint condition was probably never used.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Triplet And Scott Repeating Carbine

Lot #202 (Sale Order 201 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 3100, .50 caliber, scarce 22-inch barrel with standard military sights. Wooden tompion. Blued finish. Seven-shot magazine. Swivel-breech marked: Kentucky. Extractor. Case-hardened frame, triggerguard and buttplate. Frame marked: Meridien Manfg. Co./Meridien, Conn. Standard walnut stocks with sling mounts.
Condition: Excellent to mint. 95-100% finish with slight wear to some relief edges. Vibrant case-hardening. Wood mint.
Notes: 5000 of this model were issued under a contract with the state of Kentucky for use by General William T. Sherman's troops during the Atlanta campaign. They were produced too late for use in the Civil War.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

Spencer Repeating Carbine Made In 1864

Lot #203 (Sale Order 202 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 49324, 52 caliber, 22-inch round barrel with standard military sights. Six-groove rifling. Case-hardened hammer, frame, lever and buttplate. Saddle ring and bar. Walnut stocks with faint cartouche present behind saddle ring bar. Sling mount.
Condition: Fine to excellent. Barrel retaining 90-95% finish, now fading to a rich plum brown. Traces of case-hardening remaining in protected areas. Buttstock with stable hairline crack on left side. Minor dents and bruises. Two tiny holes drilled in front of fore-end, use unknown.
Estimate: 3500 - 5500

Exceptional Spencer Model 1865 Repeating Carbine

Lot #204 (Sale Order 203 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 20851, .50 caliber [chambered for the famed .56-50 Spencer cartridge], 20-inch round barrel with standard military sights. Blued finish. Marked at breech: M 1865/European crown V proofs. Case-hardened hammer, frame, lever and buttplate. Stabler cut-off. Walnut stocks with crisp EAW and DAP cartouches.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Retaining approximately 95-99% finish with minor wear to relief edges. Exceptionally vibrant case-hardening. Wood near mint with only minor marks.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Rare Box Of 42 .50 Caliber Cartridges For The 1865 Spencer Carbine By Sage Ammunition Works, Middlet

Lot #205 (Sale Order 204 of 514)

Firearm.The open full box containing six individual boxes of 7 .50 caliber Spencer black powder cartridges. Box with green lid label reading: ""Forty-two, Primed/Metallic Cartridges/for/Spencer Carbine,/Cal. 50, Model 1865./Manufactured By/ Sage Ammunition Works,/Middletown, Conn."" Size: 4 1/2-inches X 4 1/2-inches.
Condition: Excellent to mint with minor wear and tape residue. One inner box with seam separation. Contents with minor oxidation.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Rare Sealed Box Of Antique Ammuntion

Lot #206 (Sale Order 205 of 514)

Firearm.Unopened box of antique cartridges with label reading: ""10/ Metallic Cartridges,/For The/ Spencer Repeating Rifle,/ No. 56./Navy and Infantry Size."" Tan box with purple lettering. Shrink-wrapped.
Condition: Mint.
Estimate: 450 - 650

Lot Of Two Boxes Of Antique U.S. Government Ammunition

Lot #207 (Sale Order 206 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Open full box of 12 ""Marlin"" .44 cartridges for the Smith & Wesson Army revolver, Made by the Frankford Arsenal. Dated August, 1871. 2) Another sealed box of similar description with original shellac coating. It is also dated August, 1871.
Condition: Both are excellent with light wear and scuffs present.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Lot Of Assorted Antique Ammunition

Lot #208 (Sale Order 207 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising approximately 35 antique copper-cased and paper cartridges and brass cartridge cases. Examples include: 1) Spencer .56-50 caliber cartridge. 2) Merrill .56 caliber cartridge. 3) .46 caliber Remington cartridge. 4) Burnside cartridge. 5) 2 Maynard .50 caliber cartridges. 6) .50 caliber cartridge for the Remington single-shot pistol. 7) 2 unidentified paper wrapped cartridges. 8) .41 caliber short cartridge and numerous unmarked other examples, all contained in a Ryker display case.
Condition: All showing age wear and patina.
Estimate: 500 - 800

Rare Box Of Winchester Ammunition For The Spencer Rifle And Carbine

Lot #209 (Sale Order 208 of 514)

Firearm.Open full box of 25 .56-50 Spencer caliber rimfire ammunition by Winchester. Illustrated green label.
Condition: Very good for this rare issue. Box showing wear, scuffs, seam separations and tape repairs.
Estimate: 300 - 400

Rare And Exceptional Peabody Breechloading Carbine Made By The Providence Tool Company, Providence,

Lot #210 (Sale Order 209 of 514)

Firearm.Unserialized. .52 caliber, 20-inch round barrel with pedestal front sight and two-position flip-up rear sight. Blued finish. Saddle ring. Case-hardened barrel band, hammer, saddle ring, frame, lock, breech lever and buttplate. Standard walnut stocks with left side of wrist marked: W.C.
Condition: Excellent to mint and possibly unfired. Vibrant case-hardening, A few insignificant fine scratches present on frame. Wood near mint with no visible blemishes.
Notes: The caliber is the largest of any Peabody known; Flayderman notes the .50-70 caliber but does not recognize the .52 caliber [see Flayderman 9B081]. These weapons were made in the 1860s and 70s; there is no proof that any were purchased by the U.S. Army but some were supplied to the New York and Massachusetts militias.
Estimate: 5000 - 6000

Whitney-burgess-morse Third Model Lever Action Repeating Carbine

Lot #211 (Sale Order 210 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1194, .45-70 caliber, 22-inch round barrel with standard front sight and two-position rear sight. Proper G.W. Morse address. Two barrel bands. Seven-shot magazine. Blued finish. Saddle ring. Case-hardened hammer, fore-end cap and buttplate. Serpentine lever. Walnut stocks with cleaning rod reservoir in butt. Cleaning rod present. Crescent butt.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Approximately 90-95% finish with scattered light wear to relief edges. Minor fading to case-hardening. Wood excellent.
Notes: Only 500 of these carbines were manufactured. This example is one of the only third models known and was manufactured in 1880s.
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

Rare U.S. Army Trowel Bayonet With Scabbard

Lot #212 (Sale Order 211 of 514)

Firearm.Unmarked standard Rice pattern trowel bayonet with 9-inch trowel-shaped blade and locking socket connection. Contained in ultra rare original leather scabbard with integral frog and belt loop. Marked: R. Chillingworth/Pat. Dec. 1, 1868/ [illegible maker mark]. Brass tip.
Condition: Excellent for this rare item. Blade with scattered light surface spotting and patina. Scabbard excellent with light wear and patina overall.
Estimate: 1200 - 2000

Rare U.S. Springfield Model 1873 Rice Trowel Bayonet Together With Wooden Pommel Plug

Lot #213 (Sale Order 212 of 514)

Firearm.Standard pattern trowel bayonet, the grip marked: Pat. Apr 16, '72. Blued finish. With scarce wooden pommel plug. Contained in original black leather scabbard with belt loop having a brass US rosette. Brass tip cap.
Condition: Bayonet: Excellent, grip retaining approximately 95-99% finish with light wear overall. Blade with grey patina. Scabbard showing heavy wear, checking and surface flaking. Belt loop broken.
Estimate: 1000 - 2000

Scarce U.S. Army Hicks Pattern Bowie Knife

Lot #214 (Sale Order 213 of 514)

Firearm.Standard pattern martial knife with unmarked 8 3/8-inch clip-point blade. Wooden grip scales re-enforced with brass crossguard and outer frame. No scabbard.
Condition: Good. Blade with scattered light to moderate pitting and age patina. Grip with light wear and patina. No scabbard.
Estimate: 350 - 550

Lot Of Two U.S. Martial Edged Weapons

Lot #215 (Sale Order 214 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) U.S. Army Model 1880 Hospital Corps Knife. Standard pattern knife with blade etched: Hospital Corps/U.S. Army. German silver crossguard. One-piece ribbed wooden grip. Contained in original leather scabbard marked: Waterlivet Arsenal. D.S. and C.H. inspector stamps. 2) U.S.M.C. Model 1917 Bolo Knife. Standard pattern knife with ricasso marked: U,S. Model/1917 C.T. Wood grips. Brown leather scabbard marked U.S.M.C./Boyt/43. Utility belt bracket.
Condition: Both are excellent with scattered light wear overall.
Estimate: 450 - 650

U.S. Army Model 1880 Hospital Corps Knife

Lot #216 (Sale Order 215 of 514)

Firearm.Standard pattern with etched blade reading: Hospital Corps/U.S. Army. Nickel-plated crossguard and pommel. One-piece circular ribbed wooden grip. Black leather scabbard marked: Rock Island Arsenal/W.T.G. Brass belt hool marked: R.I.A.
Condition: Excellent with scattered light wear and patina.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

U.S. Model 1880 Hunting Knife With Scabbard

Lot #217 (Sale Order 216 of 514)

Firearm.Standard pattern knife with 8 1/2-inch blade. Brass crossguard marked: U.S. Springfield/899. One-piece ribbed wooden grip. Black leather scabbard marked: Rock Island Arsenal. Brass belt hook marked: R.I.A.
Condition: Excellent with light storage wear and patina present.
Estimate: 300 - 400

Lot Of Two U.S. Martial Edged Weapons

Lot #218 (Sale Order 217 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) U.S. Army Entrenching Tool with Scabbard. Standard patterm 8 1/4-inch blade with one-piece ribbed oak grip. Brown leather covered tin scabbard with brass throat. Marked: U.S. Leather with G.M. inspector marks. Missing leather belt loop. 2) U.S. Model 1880 Hunting Knife. Standard pattern 8 1/2-inch blade. Brass guard marked: Springfield Armory. Reverse marked: U.S./1892. One-piece ribbed wooden grip. Contained in original black leather scabbard with brass belt hook marked: Watervliet Arsenal.
Condition: 1) Excellent with light wear and patina. 2) Very good to excellent with scattered wear and patina. Blade with one nick to edge. Scabbard excellent.
Estimate: 700 - 1000

Lot Of Two U.S. Martial Edged Weapons

Lot #219 (Sale Order 218 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) U.S. Army Entrenching Tool with Scabbard. Standard patterm 8 1/4-inch blade with one-piece ribbed oak grip marked U.S. Brown leather covered tin scabbard with brass throat. Leather marked No.7. U.S. Steel loop bracket with leather belt loop. 2) U.S. Model 1880 Hunting Knife. Standard pattern 8 1/2-inch blade. Brass guard marked: Springfield Armory. Reverse marked: U.S./3569. One-piece ribbed wooden grip. Contained in original black leather scabbard with early pattern locking belt loop, the leather portion marked: Watervliet Arsenal.
Condition: Both are very good with scattered wear and patina present. Minor checking to leather.
Estimate: 800 - 1200

Lot Of Two U.S. Martial Edged Weapons

Lot #220 (Sale Order 219 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) U.S. Army Entrenching Tool with Scabbard. Standard patterm 8 1/4-inch blade with one-piece ribbed oak grip. Brown leather covered tin scabbard with brass throat. Marked: U.S. Steel belt loop. 2) U.S. Model 1880 Hunting Knife. Standard pattern 8 1/2-inch blade. Brass guard marked: Springfield Armory. Reverse marked: 1913. One-piece ribbed wooden grip. Contained in original black leather scabbard with brass belt hook marked: Watervliet Arsenal.
Condition: Both are excellent with scattered wear and age patina.
Estimate: 800 - 1200

Large Antique Bowie Knife With Associated Beaded Scabbard

Lot #221 (Sale Order 220 of 514)

Firearm.Having an unmarked 9 1/4-inch clip-point blade With german silver crossguard. Horn grip scales with diagonal ribs. Three german silver rivets. Knife contained in an antique Native American blue and yellow beaded leather scabbard with old burgundy velvet central panel.
Condition: Very good. Blade showing wear and scattered light pitting. Scabbard with wear and age patina.
Estimate: 450 - 650

Large Ornate Silver-mounted South American Knife

Lot #222 (Sale Order 221 of 514)

Firearm.13 1/2-inch unmarked tapered blade with notched back edge. Ornate floral chisel-engraved grip with roped copper bands. Silver pommel cap marked: 800. Silver-mounted leather scabbard engraved en suite with copper banding. Ornate floral engraved belt stud marked: 800.
Condition: Excellent with scattered age wear and patina.
Estimate: 900 - 1200

Lot Of Two Assorted Knives

Lot #223 (Sale Order 222 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Antique Hook Knife by Joseph Rodgers & Sons. 9 1/2-inch hooked blade of polished steel marked: Joseph Rodgers & Sons/No. 6 Norfolk St./Sheffield. Checkered horn grips with german silver bolsters. No scabbard. 2) Contemporary Dagger by W.C. Pendleton. 5 3/4-inch dagger blade etched with legend ""One-Eyed Jack"". Ricasso marked: Bulldog Brand/Hammer Forged/Made in Germany. Reverse: Hand Made/Surgical Steel. German silver crossguard. Ivoroid grip engraved with image of a one-eye jack. Signed: WC Pendleton. Nickel-plated pommel. Contained in crudely made associated black leather scabbard with belt stud.
Condition: 1) Excellent with light age wear and patina. 2) Dagger excellent. Scabbard good with wear and patina. Period repairs present.
Estimate: 750 - 950

Unmarked Antique Folding Bowie Knife

Lot #224 (Sale Order 223 of 514)

Firearm.Unmarked antique push-button folding Bowie knife. 8-inch clip-point blade. Checkered horn grips with collapsible german silver guard. Push-button release with monogram. Contained in original leather scabbard with flap closure and belt loop.
Condition: Very good to excellent. Blade showing light wear and patina. Horn scales with minor worm holes.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Fine Vintage Folding Bowie Knife By C. Schlieper, Solingen

Lot #225 (Sale Order 224 of 514)

Firearm.7 1/2-inch folding clip-point blade marked: C. Schieper/Solingen. Folding german silver crossguard. Stag grip scales with push-button blade release. Contained in original brown leather scabbard with german silver tip.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Lot Of Two Antique Specialty Knives

Lot #226 (Sale Order 225 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Rare Antique Veternarian's Equine Knife. 2 1/4-inch double-edged blade with rounded tip. Ricasso marked: Rodgers/Cutlers To/Her Majesty. German silver crossguard. Horn grip scales. Grip made with spring-loaded tongs on end. Contained in original brown leather scabbard. 2) Antique Hook Knife by Underwood. 5-inch hooked blade with sharp backedge. Blade marked: VR/Underwood/55 Haymarket/London. Checkered walnut grip scales. Contained in brown leather sheath with buckle closure. Single belt loop.
Condition: 1) Excellent. 2) Excellent with scattered light wear. Leather strap closure with repairs.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Large Contemporary Bowie Knife

Lot #227 (Sale Order 226 of 514)

Firearm.10 1/4-inch unmarked clip-point blade. Ivory grip scales with brass bolsters and pommel cap. Contained in ill-fitting associated antique leather scabbard with german slver mounts. Belt loop.
Condition: Very good. Showing light age wear and patina. Scabbard excellent.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Lot Of Two Scarce U.S. Martial Edged Weapons

Lot #228 (Sale Order 227 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Rare U.S. Krag Bowie Knife Bayonet with Scabbard. Having a 9-inch clip-point blade, the ricasso marked US; reverse: 1904. Standard wood grip slotted for bayonet lug. Contained in original steel scabbard with integral swivel belt loop. 2) U.S. Model 1904 Hospital Corps knife. Standard pattern with blade marked: U.S./23921; reverse: S.A./[flaming bomb]/1912. Contained in original leather scabbard marked: Rock Island Arsenal/1912/H.E.K./ C.H.T./R.C. Steel belt hook.
Condition: Both are excellent with scattered wear and patina.
Estimate: 450 - 650

Lot Of Two Edged Weapons

Lot #229 (Sale Order 228 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Heavy unmarked curved machete. 15-inch unmarked curved blade. Wood grip scales. Contained in commercial hand-tooled leather scabbard with brass mounts. Belt loop. 2) U.S. Signal Corps machete by Collins & Co. 18-inch blade with ricasso marked: SC U.S.A. Contained in original floral-tooled leather scabbard marked: U.S./Signal Corps./Collins & Co./Legitimus. Belt loop.
Condition: Both are good, showing age wear, pitting and patina. Scabbards with wear and scuffing.
Estimate: 350 - 550

Lot Of Three Assorted 19th-century Hooked Machetes

Lot #230 (Sale Order 229 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) 11-inch heavy steel hooked blade marked: H. Roux/au Cause. Circular one-piece wood grip. 2) Heavy 10-inch blade with illegible markings. One-piece wood grip. 3) 10-inch heavy steel hooked blade marked: Atkin & Sons/Warranted. Sharp back edge. One-piece wood grip.
Condition: All showing heavy wear and pitting. Grips showing wear and cracks.
Estimate: 350 - 550

Fine Paris Marked Lemat Nine-shot Percussion Revolver

Lot #231 (Sale Order 230 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1933, .40 caliber 9-shot cylinder, top of 7-inch octagonal barrel, inscribed in olde English: ""Systeme Le Mat Bte s.g.g.d. Paris""; center barrel of 16 gauge; N on left side of hammer. Blued finish. Checkered walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 85% blue on barrel, traces on shotgun barrel; balance turned brown; cylinder with 85% blue; frame with traces blue, balance brown; light pitting. Grips with light wear, marks. Mechanism needs adjustment; cylinder does not properly lock into position at full cock.
Notes: See Valmore J. Forgett, Alain F. & Marie-Antoinette Serpette, LeMat The Man, The Gun. See chapter 9, 1864-1865 The Parisian LeMats. Serial number 1953 pictured on page 69.
Estimate: 18000 - 25000

Scarce J. And F. Garrett And Company Confederate Percussion Pistol

Lot #232 (Sale Order 231 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 37, .54 caliber percussion smoothbore, 8 1/2-inch round barrel; barrel finished bright, as was brass frame; left side of round barrel at breech with stamping: US/NWP/P; varnished walnut grips. 37 stamped on left side of grip frame, visible when left panel removed.
Condition: Very good. Gray and brown patina to steel, old cleaning and light surface pitting; mellow patina, nicks, to brass; grips with 95% varnish, nicks and wear.
Provenance: A.J. Weatherhead III
Estimate: 3500 - 5500

Fine U.S. Army William Marston Manufacture Percussion Signal Pistol, With Low Serial Number And Date

Lot #233 (Sale Order 232 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 73, percussion cap ignition; all brass construction with steel hammer and spur trigger; marked on bottom of frame: U.S. ARMY SIGNAL PISTOL, with inspector initials AJM and date, 1861. Overall length 8 5/8-inches.
Condition: Fine. Mellow patina to brass.
Notes: Approximately 500 produced.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Rare Early Savage Navy Model Figure-8 Revolver

Lot #234 (Sale Order 233 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 4 (on loading lever lug), .36 percussion caliber, 6-shot cylinder, 7-inch octagonal barrel, Savage and North markings and patent date on topstrap; markings also on left side of barrel lug; early configuration of figure 8 cocking lever/trigger system. Flat iron frame. Varnished walnut grips, with single screw entering from left side.
Condition: Good to very good. Gray and brown patina, pitting and wear; grips with two notches cut in butt of left panel. Loading lever mechanism needs adjustment.
Estimate: 8000 - 10000

Rare Early U.S. Martially Marked Savage And North Figure-8 Model Revolver, With Round Brass Frame

Lot #235 (Sale Order 234 of 514)

Firearm.Serial number 18, .36 percussion caliber, 6-shot cylinder, 7 1/8-inch octagonal barrel, Savage and North markings and patent date on top of barrel at breech; early configuration of figure 8 cocking lever/trigger system. Frame of brass. Oil-finished walnut grips with inspector cartouche visible on right panel.
Condition: Fine. Brown patina to steel; light pitting; mellow patina to brass. Grips with light wear, nicks, light chips; repaired crack at top of left panel; small crack on back of right panel.
Estimate: 8000 - 10000

Rare Early Savage And North Figure-8 Model Revolver, With Round-sided Steel Frame

Lot #236 (Sale Order 235 of 514)

Firearm.Serial number 305, .36 percussion caliber, 6-shot cylinder, 7 1/8-inch octagonal barrel, Savage and North markings and patent date on topstrap; patent marking also on left side of barrel lug; early configuration of figure 8 cocking lever/trigger system. Round-sided steel frame. Oil-finished walnut grips.
Condition: Good to very good. Gray patina, pitting; old cleaning; grips with wear, nicks, mars. Mechanism needs adjustment; not properly locking cylinder and hammer into position for firing.
Estimate: 8000 - 10000

Fine Savage Civilian Navy Model Figure-8 Revolver

Lot #237 (Sale Order 236 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1264, .36 percussion caliber, 6-shot cylinder, 7 1/8-inch octagonal barrel, standard markings; blued, with case-hardened hammer, cocking lever and triggerguard. Oil-finished walnut grips. Number 1547 under grips on same frame bearing serial number.
Condition: Fine. 90% blue and case-hardening; minor storage marks, fading to color hardening. Grips fine with deep mar on right panel and minor nick and tiny chip missing on left.
Estimate: 5000 - 7000

Fine And Rare Engraved And Silver-plated John Walch Navy Model 12-shot Revolver

Lot #238 (Sale Order 237 of 514)

Firearm.Serial number 24, .36 percussion caliber, 12-shot cylinder with six chambers, each holding double load; 12-nipples; 6-inch octagonal barrel, stamped on top: WALCH FIRE ARMS CO./NEW-YORK. Patent marking on left side of barrel and 36 on right side. Scroll and border engraved frame, backstrap and butt; silver-plated finish overall. Varnished and checkered walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 95% silver-plating; light wear and nicks; minor blistering. Grips with light chips from butt.
Estimate: 10000 - 15000

Fine And Rare Engraved Ixl Double Action Navy Model Percussion Revolver

Lot #239 (Sale Order 238 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. C 20, .36 caliber, 5-shot non-fluted cylinder; 5-inch octagonal barrel; bright finish, with blued side hammer and loading lever; revarnished walnut grips. Scroll and border engraved frame, backstrap and triggerguard.
Condition: Fine. Gray and brown patina; blue on hammer and lever; Engraving sharp. Barrel and cylinder cleaned. Grips fine.
Notes: Only about 50 manufactured; believed by Hopkins & Allen. If so, the IXL is likely that firm's earliest production.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Fine And Rare Cased And L.D. Nimschke Engraved J.M. Cooper Navy Model Double Action Revolver

Lot #240 (Sale Order 239 of 514)

Firearm.No visible serial number, .36 percussion caliber, 5 shot cylinder, 4-inch octagonal barrel, blued with case-hardened trigger and hammer; varnished rosewood grips; silver-plated brass gripstraps. Profusely engraved barrel, loading lever, cylinder, frame and gripstraps. Standard three-line barrel marking. Mahogany case lined in green velvet, with accessories of steel mold, eagle and shield powder flask, empty tin UMC caps, L-shaped screwdriver/nipple wrench, miscellaneous projectiles and key.
Condition: Fine. 65% blue, flaking, primarily on cylinder; balance turning brown and gray; 55% case-hardening; tracking lines on cylinder; 97% silver, tarnished. Grips fine. Case fine, worn, crack in bottom; accessories very good.
Estimate: 5000 - 8000

Fine Whitney Navy Model Percussion Revolver With New Jersey Militia Barrel Marking

Lot #241 (Sale Order 240 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 15904, .36 caliber percussion, 6-shot cylinder, 7 3/4-inch octagonal barrel, standard maker and New Haven marking on top of barrel; N.J at left side of barrel breech; eagle, lion and shield cylinder roll scene; blued, with case-hardened hammer and loading lever; silver-plated brass triggerguard; varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 95% blue on barrel and cylinder, roll scene light but sharp; light tracking lines on cylinder; frame blue fading to brown, 20% remains; 85% case-hardening, fading; traces silver on triggerguard; grips fine with light nicks, 98% varnish
Provenance: Chris Anderson
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Fine U.S. Martially Marked Starr Arms Company Double Action Model 1858 Navy Revolver

Lot #243 (Sale Order 241 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1063, .36 caliber percussion, 6-shot cylinder, 6-inch barrel, standard markings on sides of frame; blued, with case-hardened loading lever, trigger and hammer; oil-finished walnut grips with U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouche JT on left side at butt. Individual inspector letter marking T on various parts.
Condition: Fine. 65% blue on frame; 85% blue on cylinder with tracking lines, and 65% blue on barrel, balance to both brown and gray; 80% case-hardening, fading. Grips fine, light nicks, primarily on butt.
Estimate: 5000 - 6000

Fine U.S. Martially Marked Starr Arms Co. Model 1858 Double Action Army Revolver

Lot #244 (Sale Order 242 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 7515, .44 percussion, 6 shot, 6-inch round barrel; maker and patent marking on sides of frame; blued finish, with case-hardened lever and hammer. Inspector marking cartouches on each side of oil-finished walnut grips at butt; letter W stamped on various parts.
Condition: Fine. 95% finish, light patina, some fading; storage marks; tracking lines on cylinder; grips with light storage marks.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Fine Freeman Army Model Percussion Revolver

Lot #245 (Sale Order 243 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 185, .44 caliber percussion, 6-shot cylinder, 7 1/2-inch barrel, standard markings on topstrap; blued, with case-hardened loading lever and hammer; oil-finished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 90% blue, 95% case-hardening, latter fading; wear and patina; spots pitting and nicks; tracking lines on cylinder.
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

Fine Joslyn Army Model Single Action Revolver

Lot #246 (Sale Order 244 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 3010, .44 caliber percussion, 5-shot cylinder, 7 7/8-inch octagonal barrel, blued finish, with case-hardened hammer and loading lever. Oil-finished and checkered walnut grips. Standard markings.
Condition: Fine. 85% blue on barrel, cylinder, buttplate and triggerguard; brown patina to frame and gripstraps; traces case-hardening; grips fine; tracking lines on cylinder; nicks on buttplate; minor pitting.
Provenance: Chris Anderson
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Fine U.S. Martially Marked Rogers & Spencer Single Action Army Model Revolver

Lot #247 (Sale Order 245 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1261, .44 caliber percussion, 6-shot cylinder, 7 1/2-inch barrel, standard marking on topstrap; blued, with case-hardened loading lever and hammer; oil-finished walnut grips with U.S. Ordnance inspector cartouche RPB on left side at butt. Individual inspector letter marking B on various parts.
Condition: Fine. 97% finish, minor flaking and turning to brown on right side; light tracking lines on cylinder; grips fine with light storage marks, primarily at butt.
Estimate: 5000 - 6000

Fine Whitney Navy Model Percussion Revolver

Lot #248 (Sale Order 246 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 24177, .36 caliber percussion, 6-shot cylinder, 7 3/4-inch octagonal barrel, standard maker and New Haven marking on top of barrel; eagle, lion and shield cylinder roll scene; blued, with case-hardened hammer and loading lever; silver-plated brass triggerguard; varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Excellent. 95% blue on barrel and cylinder, roll scene light but sharp; tracking lines on cylinder; 70% blue on frame, mainly fading to gray on gripstraps; bright case-hardening colors, 95%; grips fine with 80% varnish on left panel, 98% on right.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Rare Springfield Arms Co. Warner's Patent Dragoon Model Percussion Revolver, With Steel Gripframe An

Lot #249 (Sale Order 247 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 14, .40 percussion caliber, 6-shot cylinder with etched decoration, cylinder revolves counter-clockwise. 6-inch barrel, scroll and border engraved lock; SPRINGFIELD ARMS CO. engraved on topstrap; steel gripframe, with scroll and border engraving, matching that on lock, hammer, triggerguard and topstrap Blued finish, nature of remainder of finish difficult to assess due to condition.
Condition: Very good. Gray patina; pitting; cylinder with scene fading, wear and brown patina. Replacement screw on rear of topstrap.
Notes: One of the firearms subject of the successful landmark patent infringement suit brought by Colt's against the Massachusetts Arms Co., 1851.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Rare Engraved Pettingill Third Model Pocket Double Action Revolver

Lot #250 (Sale Order 248 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 50, .31 caliber percussion, 6-shot cylinder, 4 5/8-inch octagonal barrel, standard markings, including topstrap within engraved riband border; silver-plated finish with split-loading lever; standard markings; varnished rosewood grips. Scroll and border engraved on barrel, loading lever, frame, backstrap and triggerguard strap.
Condition: Fine. 95% silver-plating, tarnished; spots pitting, most pronounced on cylinder. Mechanism needs repair or adjustment; cylinder does not properly advance and lock for firing.
Estimate: 4000 - 5000

Fine Cased, Engraved And Nickel-plated Manhattan Navy Model Revolver, Series Iii

Lot #251 (Sale Order 249 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 34528, .36 caliber, 5-shot roll-engraved cylinder, 6 1/2-inch barrel with single line maker and Newark, N.J. marking; scroll and border engraved barrel, loading lever, wedge, frame, hammer and gripstraps; varnished select walnut grips. Varnished mahogany case with scalloped brass plaque lid inlay; burgundy velvet lining; accessories of plain flask, blued steel mold, packet of skin cartridges, percussion caps, and miscellaneous projectiles.
Condition: Fine. 97% nickel; minor flaking, pitting and patina; grips fine with light marks and wear, minor chipping at toe of butt. Case fine, light wear to interior; exterior carefully cleaned.
Estimate: 7000 - 10000

Fine Metropolitan Police Single Action Percussion Revolver

Lot #252 (Sale Order 250 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 3584, .36 percussion caliber, 5-shot half fluted cylinder, top of round 5 1/2-inch barrel marked -METROPOLITAN ARMS Co. NEW-YORK-; blued, with case-hardened hammer, frame and loading lever; silver-plated brass gripstraps; varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 70% blue on barrel, balance brown; cylinder gray and brown, traces blue; case-hardening 80% with bright color, light fading at spots; traces silver; 98% varnish, minor marks, tiny chip from butt of left panel at toe.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Fine Engraved Manhattan Navy Percussion Revolver, Series Iv

Lot #253 (Sale Order 251 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 47374, .36 caliber, 5-shot cylinder with standard roll-engraved scene; 6 7/16-inch octagonal barrel; two-line maker, Newark NJ and patent marking on top of barrel; scroll and border engraved in standard pattern on barrel, barrel lug, frame, gripstraps and hammer including wolfhead motif. Blued and case-hardened, with silver-plated brass gripstraps. Varnished select walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. Gray patina to steel; light pitting; traces finish; tracking marks on cylinder; 70% silver on triggerguard strap, 20% silver on backstrap; plating tarnished; grips with 95% varnish, light wear, nicks.
Estimate: 7000 - 10000

Fine W.W. Marston Second Model Navy Single Action Revolver

Lot #254 (Sale Order 252 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 378, .36 caliber percussion, 6-shot cylinder, 8-inch barrel, WESTERN ARMS CO. N.Y. marking on top of barrel; blued, with case-hardened hammer and silver-plated brass triggerguard; varnished walnut grips. Made without cylinder scene.
Condition: Fine. 75% finish, spots wear and pitting, balance flaking and turning to brown; light nicks at barrel lug; tracking lines on cylinder; grips fine with light wear and minor marks.
Estimate: 3500 - 5000

Manhattan Three-shot Double Action Pepperbox With Low Serial Number

Lot #255 (Sale Order 253 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 94, .31 percussion, 3-shot chamber measuring 3-inches; marked CAST STEEL in one of flutes; maker and New York address on left side of bar hammer; varnished walnut grips; engraved frame.
Condition: Very good. Gray patina; spots pitting; 95% varnish on grips, light marks.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Rare Serial No. 1 Pecare & Smith Folding-trigger 4-shot Double Action Bar Hammer Pepperbox, With Ivo

Lot #256 (Sale Order 254 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1, .32 caliber percussion, CAST STEEL on 4 shot, 3-inch barrel cluster, folding trigger; scroll and border engraved brass frame, nipple shield and backstrap; blued barrel cluster, ivory grips.
Condition: Very good to fine. Light pitting on barrel cluster; mellow patina and cracks to grips; mellow patina to brass.
Notes: Believed to be from the earliest production of the four- shot Pecare & Smith Pepperboxes.
Provenance: Samuel E. Smith
Estimate: 4500 - 5500

Pecare & Smith Folding Trigger 4-shot Double Action Bar Hammer Pepperbox

Lot #257 (Sale Order 255 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 39, .32 caliber percussion, Maker, patent 1849 and CAST STEEL markings on 4-shot, 3 3/4-inch barrel cluster, folding trigger; scroll and border engraved steel frame, nipple shield and backstrap; blued barrel cluster, varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Very good. Gray patina to steel; pitting; mechanism needs repair or adjustment to revolve cylinder and cock hammer. Chipping, nicks and wear on grips, 80% varnish.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Rare Pecare & Smith Folding Trigger Double Action Four-shot Bar Hammer Pepperbox, With Low Serial Nu

Lot #258 (Sale Order 256 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 54, .32 caliber percussion, LS on barrel breech and on left side of bar hammer; PECARE & SMITH'S and NEW-YORK and PATENT 1849 and CAST STEEL on 4- shot, 3-inch barrel cluster, folding trigger; scroll and border engraved steel frame, nipple shield and backstrap; blued, with varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Very good to fine. Gray patina; 60% varnish on grips, worn.
Provenance: Samuel E. Smith
Estimate: 4500 - 6000

Rare Pecare & Smith Ten-shot Folding-trigger Pepperbox With Low Serial Number And Steel Frame

Lot #259 (Sale Order 257 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 2, .28 caliber, 10-shots, 4-inch round and ribbed barrel cluster with steel sheet cover screwed to frame, engraved on left side: PECARE & SMITH'S/PAT. 1849 NEW YORK; scroll and border engraved frame, backstrap and barrel cover; double action with folding trigger; blued, with frame possibly silver-plated; varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Very good. Gray and brown patina, wear, pitting and marks; grips 65% varnish, wear and nicks; mechanism needs adjustment or repair.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Rare Pecare & Smith Ten-shot Folding Trigger Large Frame Pepperbox With Brass Frame And Bone Grips

Lot #260 (Sale Order 258 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 114, .28 caliber, 10-shot, 4-inch round and ribbed barrel cluster with steel sheet cover screwed to frame, marked on top: PECARE & SMITH'S/PATENT 1849 separated by arrow motif pointing in direction of front sight; scroll and border engraved frame, backstrap and barrel cover; double action with folding trigger; blued, with frame possibly left plain brass; bone grips.
Condition: Very good. Gray patina to steel, pitting; mellow patina to brass. Grips worn and with patina; repair on butt of left panel; possibly period replacements.
Provenance: Samuel E. Smith
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

Scarce Engraved Allen & Thurber Dragoon Pepperbox With Low Serial Number

Lot #261 (Sale Order 259 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 20, .36 caliber, 5 3/4-inch 6-chamber barrel cluster; marked on barrel rib: ALLEN & THURBER WORCESTER and on nearby rib, PATENTED 1837 CAST-STEEL; spurred triggerguard, double action with bar hammer marked ALLEN'S PATENT on side. Browned barrel; balance blued; scroll-engraved frame and nipple shield. Varnished walnut grips, the interior stamped 1V.
Condition: Fine. Metal with brown patina on barrel cluster; balance steel with slight traces of blue. Grips fine, 98% varnish, nicks.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Fine And Rare Custom Made, Deluxe Engraved, And Inscribed Allen & Thurber Worcester Pepperbox, With

Lot #262 (Sale Order 260 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 18, .32 caliber percussion, 4 1/8-inch barrel cluster, 6-shot, one barrel flute marked with maker and WORCESTER address; bar hammer marked on left side ALLEN'S PATENT/1845; profusely scroll and border engraved barrel cluster, nipple shield, triggerguard, frame and backstrap, with engraved silver-plated buttplate, inscribed ""John H. Vickers""; blued barrel cluster with balance silver-plated, including brass frame and triggerguard; varnished scroll relief carved ebony grips.
Condition: Fine. 90% blue on barrel cluster with spots pitting; 97% silver-plating, tarnished; grips fine.
Notes: This inscribed handgun is a rare and fine example of custom manufacture and decoration, including profuse engraving and deluxe relief carved ebony grips, on an American pepperbox firearm. The custom grip profile with flat gripcap were specially designed and made, as was the triggerguard with extreme rear curl.
Estimate: 3500 - 6000

Rare Fine Allen & Thurber Grafton, Massachusetts Pepperbox With Quick Drop Grip Profile

Lot #263 (Sale Order 261 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 57, .31 caliber percussion, 3 3/4-inch barrel cluster, 6-shot; bar hammer marked on left side ALLEN & THURBER/GRAFTON MASS; scroll and border engraved frame and backstrap, made without nipple shield; blued with browned barrel cluster; case-hardened hammer; varnished walnut grips with oval escutcheons.
Condition: Fine. 80% finish on barrel cluster; traces blue and case-hardening; spot pitting on right side of frame. 99% varnish on grips.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Fine And Scarce Cased Allen & Thurber Dragoon Size Pepperbox

Lot #264 (Sale Order 262 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 102, .36 caliber percussion, 6-inch barrel cluster, 6-shot, one barrel rib with maker and WORCESTER marking, another with PATENTED 1837 CAST STEEL; bar hammer marked ALLEN'S PATENT; scroll and border engraved frame, backstrap, nipple shield; blued, with browned barrel cluster; varnished walnut grip. Varnished mahogany case lined in blue velvet; accessories of leather-covered brass plunger powder flask, bullet mold, cap tin, key and wood handled steel cleaning rod.
Condition: Fine. 95% brown on barrel cluster; 25% blue, mainly on nipple shield; 95% varnish, light wear and marks. Case fine with minor exterior marks; interior with light stains; accessories fine.
Estimate: 4500 - 6500

Rare Small Frame Blunt & Syms Underhammer Ring Trigger Pepperbox, With Low Serial Number

Lot #265 (Sale Order 263 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 54, .25 caliber percussion, R-C on front of 5- shot, 2-inch barrel cluster, ring trigger; scroll and border engraved frame and backstrap; blued, with varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Very good to fine. 65% blue on barrel cluster; 15% on frame; fading to gray, light patina and pitting. 98% varnish on grips with light wear.
Estimate: 900 - 1200

Scarce Factory-engraved Blunt & Syms Dragoon Underhammer Ring Trigger Pepperbox Revolver

Lot #266 (Sale Order 264 of 514)

Firearm.Unserialized. .36 caliber, 6 1/2-inch 6-chamber barrel cluster. Ring trigger, underhammer. Scroll-engraved frame and butt. Varnished walnut grips, the interior stamped 1A.
Condition: Fine. Metal with dark grey patina with slight traces of blue remaining in the recesses. Grips fine.
Notes: Possibly serial no. 1, considering marking on grips.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Fine And Scarce Stocking & Co., Worcester Single Action Pepperbox

Lot #267 (Sale Order 265 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 24, .31 caliber percussion, 4-inch barrel cluster, 6-shot; hammer marked on left side; PATENT SECURED 1848; maker marked on one of barrel ribs, with WORCESTER; scroll and border engraved frame and backstrap, made with roll engraved nipple shield; blued; case-hardened hammer; varnished walnut grips with oval escutcheons.
Condition: Fine. Barrel cluster turned to light brown patina; traces blue; 25% case-hardening; fine grips with 98% varnish.
Estimate: 900 - 1200

Fine Allen & Wheelock Four-barrel Pepperbox

Lot #268 (Sale Order 266 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 19, .32 caliber percussion, 2 7/8-inch barrel cluster, with ALLEN & WHEELOCK in one of flutes; 4- shot; bar hammer marked on left side ALLEN'S PATENT and with 1857 patent date beneath; scroll and border engraved frame and backstrap, made without nipple shield; blued with case-hardened hammer; varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 85% finish on barrel cluster; traces blue and case-hardening; minor patina and pitting. 95% varnish on grips with minor marks.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Fine Cased Allen's Patent Pepperbox

Lot #269 (Sale Order 267 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 94, .31 caliber percussion, 4 1/8-inch barrel cluster, 6-shot, one barrel rib marked PATENTED 1837 CAST STEEL; bar hammer marked on left side ALLEN'S PATENT; scroll and border engraved frame and backstrap, made without nipple shield; blued; varnished walnut grips with oval escutcheons. Varnished mahogany case with circular brass escutcheon inlay on lid; lined in purple velvet; accessories of leather-covered brass plunger powder flask, bullet mold, key, miscellaneous projectiles and wood handled steel cleaning rod.
Condition: Fine. 75% finish on barrel cluster; 35% blue; 85% case-hardening on bar hammer. Case fine with minor exterior patina; interior with minor wear; accessories fine.
Estimate: 4500 - 6500

Fine And Rare Silver-plated Manhattan Double Action Pepperbox Pistol

Lot #270 (Sale Order 268 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 407, .28 caliber percussion, 5-shot, 2 1/2-inch barrel cluster; maker and New York address on left side of bar hammer; engraved frame and backstrap; silver-plated, including hammer; varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. Silver-plating 98%, black with tarnish; blistering on barrel; 98% varnish, light storage marks on grips.
Estimate: 700 - 900

Fine W.M. Marston Bar Hammer Pepperbox Revolver

Lot #271 (Sale Order 269 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 75, .31 caliber percussion, 4 1/2-inch 6-shot barrel cluster, blued with case-hardened hammer; engraved frame, capping shield and backstrap. W.W. MARSTON on top of hammer; NEW-YORK and PATENTED 1859 on sides of hammer. WARRANTED CAST STEEL on one of barrel ribs, NEW-YORK on another. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 40% blue, balance flaking and turning brown, more pronounced on barrel cluster. 40% colors on hammer. Grips fine, light wear.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Fine W.M. Marston & Knox Bar Hammer Pepperbox Revolver

Lot #272 (Sale Order 270 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 2645, .31 caliber percussion, 3-inch 6-shot barrel cluster, blued; engraved frame, capping shield and backstrap. W.W. MARSTON & KNOX on one of barrel ribs, NEW YORK on another. 1854 on hammer. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 60% blue, balance turning brown, more pronounced on barrel cluster. Grips fine, light wear.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Fine Engraved And Silver-plated Belgian Pinfire Pepperbox Pistol

Lot #273 (Sale Order 271 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 37, 7mm pinfire, 6-shot, 1 15/16-inch chamber cluster, double action; EPREZ on right side of frame; profuse leaf style engraving of excellent quality; silver-plated; with ivory grips. Belgium proofmarks on chamber.
Condition: Fine to excellent. Silver with light tarnish; minor spots blistering. Mellow patina to grips.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Rare Meyers Brevete Pinfire Pepperbox Pistol

Lot #274 (Sale Order 272 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 352, .36 pinfire caliber, 2 3/8-inch 6-barrel cluster. Bright blue finish. Folding trigger. Varnished walnut grips. Ejector rod in butt of gripstrap.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 90-95% finish with minor flking and wear to gripstrap.
Notes: This item was Lot 610 in the Bourne Firearms Auction of May 14, 1985.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Fine Allen & Wheelock Small Frame Pocket Revolver, With Low Serial Number

Lot #275 (Sale Order 273 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 7, .31 percussion, 5-shot; 2 1/2-inch octagonal barrel; blued finish, with case-hardened bar hammer stamped with 1845 patent date; maker name on barrel; roll-engraved cylinder scene; varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 85% blue on barrel; gray patina to cylinder; 20% blue on frame and triggerguard; 100% varnish on grips.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Fine Cased Allen & Wheelock Sidehammer Belt Model Revolver

Lot #276 (Sale Order 274 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 42, .34 percussion caliber, 5-shot roll-engraved cylinder, 5 7/8-inch octagonal barrel, with standard maker address and patent markings on left side; blued, with case-hardened cylinder, lever and hammer; varnished walnut grips. Varnished mahogany case with burgundy velvet lining; accessories of eagle and shield powder flask, steel bullet mold of .31 caliber, percussion caps and miscellaneous projectiles.
Condition: Fine. 85% finish, excepting 25% blue on frame, balance flaking and turning gray and brown; 98% varnish on grips. Case fine with light marks on exterior; light wear and staining to interior.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Allen & Wheelock Belt Model Percussion Revolver

Lot #277 (Sale Order 275 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 634, .34 caliber, 5-shot, 4-inch octagonal barrel; standard finish; walnut grips. No visible maker markings.
Condition: Very good. Gray and brown patina, pitting. Grips worn.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Rare Prototype Alsop ""baby"" Single Action Pocket Percussion Revolver

Lot #278 (Sale Order 276 of 514)

Firearm.Unserialized, .26 caliber percussion, 3 11/16-inch round barrel; 5-shot cylinder, blued, with case-hardened hammer and loading lever; plain brass frame with integral triggerguard; brass sideplate; varnished walnut grips. Chambers numbered at front end of cylinder.
Condition: Fine. 75% blue; wear; tracking lines on cylinder; mellow patina to brass; grips with nicks, 70% varnish, fading.
Notes: Only specimen presently known of ""Baby"" Alsop of this type. The William M. Locke Collection book, page 440.
Provenance: William M. Locke
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Fine First Model Bacon Manufacturing Co. Pocket Model Percussion Revolver

Lot #279 (Sale Order 277 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 557, .31 percussion caliber, 5-shot roll engraved cylinder, 4-inch octagonal barrel marked BACON MF'G. CO. NORWICH CONN. on top; engraved frame; blued; varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 75% blue on barrel and cylinder, light nicks; 20% blue on frame, balance brown; light patina; grips 95% varnish, minor storage marks.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Unidentified Brass Parlor Pistol With No Markings

Lot #280 (Sale Order 278 of 514)

Firearm..17 caliber percussion, 5-inch part round, part octagonal barrel; steel notched rear sight dovetailed on breech; made of brass with steel trigger and hammer; walnut grips. Engraved hammer and hand-checkered spur.
Condition: Fine. Mellow patina to brass; replacement blade front sight.
Notes: Charge propelled by percussion cap.
Estimate: 400 - 600

Fine And Rare Springfield Arms Co. Jaquith's Patent 1838 Single Trigger Belt Model Revolver, Without

Lot #281 (Sale Order 279 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 16, .31 caliber percussion, 6-shot cylinder without decoration; 4-inch round barrel; maker marking on topstrap; Jaquith's patent 1838 marking on right side of frame; frame with leaf style engraving, also on backstrap, buttstrap, triggerguard, topstrap and hammer; blued finish. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 95% blue on cylinder, balance gray patina, light pitting; cylinder without scene; tracking lines on cylinder; 95% varnish, nicks, wear.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Scarce Springfield Arms Warner's Patent Double-trigger Percussion Revolver

Lot #282 (Sale Order 280 of 514)

Firearm.Unserialized. .31 caliber, 5-inch barrel. Double trigger. 6-shot cylinder with etched floral panels. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Very good. Metal with mottled grey patina with scattered light pitting. Grips retaining approximately 90-95% varnish with scattered dents and bruises. Butt inscribed with yellow paint: 200. Action needing repair.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Rare Early Springfield Arms Co. Navy Model Double Trigger Revolver, With Loading Lever

Lot #283 (Sale Order 281 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 19 on frame, .36 caliber percussion, 6 shot cylinder with etched decoration; 5 7/8-inch round barrel; Warner's Patent marking on left side of silver-plated frame; balance blued, likely with case-hardened hammer and loading lever. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Very good to fine. Traces blue, primarily brown patina, with pitting; cylinder scene very good; traces silver-plating; mar on face of hammer. 75% varnish, wear, mars on butt.
Notes: Pictured in the Stagecoach Museum book.
Provenance: Osborne Klavestad, Stagecoach Museum
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

Fine And Scarce James Warner Pocket Model Two-trigger Revolver

Lot #284 (Sale Order 282 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 85, .28 caliber percussion, 6-shot cylinder with etched decoration and without visible patent marking; 2 5/8-inch round barrel, matching etched decoration, as well as on topstrap; scroll engraved frame; blued finish, with case-hardened hammer; made without loading lever. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 75% blue on barrel, cylinder and topstrap, balance gray and brown, light pitting and patina; 95% varnish with light stains, marks. Main trigger revolves cylinder, but it will not remain in position for firing.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Scarce Charles Warner Pocket Model Revolver In .28 Caliber

Lot #285 (Sale Order 283 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 378, .28 caliber percussion, 6-shot cylinder with hand and roll engraved and stamped decoration and with maker and address marking; 3-inch round barrel; matching scroll engraved frame and backstrap; blued finish, likely with case-hardened hammer and loading lever. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Very good. Gray patina, light pitting, patina. 95% varnish on grips, worn and with marks, nicks on butt of left panel.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Fine And Scarce James Warner Pocket Model Revolver, Second Type, First Variation

Lot #286 (Sale Order 284 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 3149, .28 caliber percussion, 6-shot cylinder with etched decoration and without visible patent marking; 3 3/4-inch round barrel, maker and address marking on topstrap; scroll engraved frame, backstrap and buttstrap; blued finish, with case-hardened hammer and loading lever. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 50% blue, balance gray and brown; 45% case-hardening; tracking lines on cylinder; 98% varnish with storage marks.
Provenance: Samuel E. Smith
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Rare Early Springfield Arms Co. James Warner's Patent Ring Trigger Pocket Model Revolver

Lot #287 (Sale Order 285 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 33, .28 caliber percussion, 6-shot cylinder with roll etched decoration; 2 5/8-inch round barrel; WARNER'S/PATENT marking on topstrap; plain steel frame; blued finish, likely with case-hardened hammer. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Very good. Gray patina; surface patina and pitting; hammer face marred. Grips with 85% varnish, wear and nicks.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Whitney Two Trigger Brass Frame Pocket Percussion Revolver With Low Serial Number

Lot #288 (Sale Order 286 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 2, .32 percussion caliber, 5-shot etched cylinder, 5-inch octagonal barrel with maker, address marking on top of barrel; patent marking on right side of frame; blued, with silver-plated frame, varnished walnut grips. Early type cylinder pin.
Condition: Fine. 75% blue on barrel, traces on cylinder; fine scene; 60% silver, tarnished; 95% varnish. Patina, pitting, primarily on barrel.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

Fine Whitney ""new Model"" Pocket Percussion Revolver

Lot #289 (Sale Order 287 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 972, .28 caliber percussion, 6 shot cylinder with roll-engraved decoration, 3 1/2-inch octagonal barrel, with maker and address marking on top; blued finish, with varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 85% blue on cylinder, with fine roll scene, lightly applied; balance with traces blue, gray and brown patina, light pitting; grips fine, minor notch and chips on left panel, light nicks.
Provenance: Samuel E. Smith
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Rare Whitney-beals' Patent Ring Trigger Pocket Model Percussion Revolver

Lot #290 (Sale Order 288 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 597, .28 caliber percussion, 6 shot cylinder with etched decoration, 3-inch octagonal barrel; maker and address marking on topstrap; Beals patent stamped twice on left side of frame; blued finish, and varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Very good. Gray patina, pitting. Grips with old revarnish; crack on butt of right panel.
Provenance: William M. Locke
Illustrations: The William M. Locke Collection book, page 465.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Fine Whitney-beals' Patent Ring-trigger Pocket Model Percussion Revolver

Lot #291 (Sale Order 289 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 669, .31 caliber percussion, 7 shot cylinder with etched decoration, 4-inch octagonal barrel; maker and address marking on topstrap; blued finish; fire-blued ring trigger; in-white cylinder, and varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 90% blue on barrel; traces blue on balance, with brown patina; cylinder with light brown patina, fine scene; grips fine, minor chip on butt of left panel.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Fine Cased And Embellished Moore Six-shot Teatfire Revolver

Lot #292 (Sale Order 290 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 19479, .32 caliber teatfire, 6-shots, 3 1/4-inch barrel, blued finish, with engraving, primarily on silver-plated brass frame; varnished rosewood grips. Varnished mahogany case with cartridge block and complement of obsolete cartridges, plus wood handled cleaning rod.
Condition: Fine. 70% blue, balance turned brown; flaking; 98% silver, tarnished; grips with light wear; 85% case-hardening on hammer. Mechanism needs adjustment or repair. Case fine with minor wear and marks; light stains and wear on interior.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Engraved Lindsay's Patent ""young America"" Two-shot Pocket Pistol

Lot #293 (Sale Order 291 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 91, .41 percussion, 4-inch barrel, two triggers and two hammers; scroll engraved brass frame; varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Very good. 65% blue, faded and worn; mellow patina to brass; grips worn and with 40% varnish.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

Fine And Rare Cased Massachusetts Arms Co. Maynard Primed Pocket Revolver

Lot #294 (Sale Order 292 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 145, .28 caliber percussion, 2 1/2-inch octagonal barrel, etched 6 shot cylinder, engraved primer lid, frame and backstrap; standard markings; blued finish, with case-hardened hammer, silver-plated brass triggerguard; varnished walnut grips. Varnished oak case, lined in burgundy velvet; accessories of powder flask, primer tin with primers, brass bullet mold, brass plunger rod and L-shaped screwdriver/nipple wrench.
Condition: Fine. 65% blue; cylinder etching fine; 90% case-hardening and 98% varnish, minor mark on right grip panel. Case fine, wear on outside, missing keyplate; minor interior wear; lock latch in lid broken; accessories fine, with nicks on mold and ramrod.7007 marked on frame under Maynard primer door.
Notes: Manually revolved cylinder system.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Massachusetts Arms Co. Maynard Primed Pocket Model Revolver

Lot #295 (Sale Order 293 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 686, .31 percussion caliber, 6 shot cylinder with etched decoration; 3 1/2-inch barrel, engraved primer lid, hammer, backstrap and breech, standard markings; blued, with case-hardened topstrap; varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Very good to fine. 65% blue, fading; frame gray; light patina, spots pitting; 65% case-hardening; cylinder not revolving automatically; grips fine but with nicks on butt, as well as on bottom strap.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Fine Massachusetts Arms Co. Adams Patent Double Action Pocket Model Revolver

Lot #296 (Sale Order 294 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 3950, .31 percussion caliber, 5 shot cylinder with etched decoration; 3 1/4-inch octagonal barrel, standard 3-line marking on topstrap; blued finish; varnished and checkered walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 98% blue.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Fine Massachusetts Arms Co. Wesson & Leavitt Belt Model Revolver

Lot #297 (Sale Order 295 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 458, .31 percussion caliber, 6 shot cylinder with etched decoration of shield and spears and floral scrollwork, 3 1/2-inch barrel, engraved lock, hammer and breech, standard markings, blued, with case-hardened topstrap and frame,and silver-plated backstrap and triggerguard; varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 80% blue, balance turning to brown patina; 45% case-hardening, fading; light patina and pitting; 95% silver; grips with 95% varnish, nicks and light wear.
Provenance: Samuel E. Smith
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Fine And Rare Cased And Engraved Massachusetts Arms Co. Wesson & Leavitt Belt Model Revolver

Lot #298 (Sale Order 296 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 763, .31 percussion caliber, 6 shot cylinder with etched scroll with cannon and anchor and spears and flags motifs; 5-inch barrel, engraved lock, hammer, and breech. Standard markings on back of cylinder, lock and on topstrap; blued, with case-hardened topstrap, frame and cylinder pin; silver-plated brass backstrap and triggerguard; varnished walnut grips. Mahogany case, lined in burgundy velvet; accessories of embossed Mass. Arms Co. powder flask, brass mold and ramrod (latter of mushroom shape), tin of projectiles and caps, and key.
Condition: Fine. 80% blue on barrel, balance patina and fading brown; cylinder with brown patina; 75% case-hardening, excepting traces and fading to brown on frame; 98% silver; 95% varnish, nicks on butt, primarily on right panel. Case very good; dull patina and light wear to exterior; interior with fading, stains; accessories very good to fine.
Notes: Rarely encountered cased set; unusual red japanned tin for projectiles, caps.
Provenance: Nash Collection, Boston
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Rare Manhattan Percussion Single Shot Derringer

Lot #299 (Sale Order 297 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 353, .31 percussion, 2 1/2-inch round barrel; scroll engraved frame; varnished walnut grips; blued finish.
Notes: Believed made for Manhattan by Bacon.
Estimate: 500 - 700

Fine Philadelphia Derringer By A. Wurfflein With Large Caliber Barrel

Lot #300 (Sale Order 298 of 514)

Firearm..45 caliber percussion, barrel breech marked A. WURFFLEIN/PHILA; STEEL on left side of barrel; gold and German silver band inlays at barrel breech; 2 9/16-inch barrel with faceted top. Engraved lock and barrel tang, with zig-zag lines at barrel breech. German silver mounts, with only the triggerguard and finial engraved. Case-hardened, with browned twist-finished barrel; varnished and checkered walnut stock. Overall length 5 11/16-inches.
Condition: Fine. 95% finish on barrel, fading on balance of steel parts; 95% varnish.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

Fine Derringer Of Philadelphia Type, Copy Of Original Henry Deringer Pistol, Marked Deringe

Lot #301 (Sale Order 299 of 514)

Firearm..43 caliber percussion, barrel breech and lock marked DERINGE; 2 7/8-inch barrel with faceted top, browned finish; German silver mounts with what appear to be silver sideplate and keyplates. Engraved lock and most mounts and barrel tang. Case-hardened lock, hammer and upper tang. Checkered and varnished walnut stock; wood ramrod. Overall length 6 1/2-inches.
Condition: Fine. Brown patina to steel; stock with 95% worn varnish.
Notes: Type as pictured and described in L.D. Eberhart, R.L. Wilson, The Deringer in America, volume one.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Rare Trademark Infringement Philadelphia Derringer By Slotter, With Henry Deringer Markings, Small S

Lot #302 (Sale Order 300 of 514)

Firearm..41 caliber percussion, barrel breech and lock marked DERINGER/PHILADELA; made without German silver band inlays at barrel breech; P within zig-zag lines motif on left angle flat of barrel breech; 2-inch barrel with faceted top. German silver mounts. Engraved lock and mounts and barrel tang. Triggerguard strap with number 1 and cross motif. Overall length 4 1/2-inches.
Condition: Very good. Stock worn, the butt inlay coming loose at one end; steel with brown patina; German silver worn.
Notes: It was this type Slotter & Co. unauthorized copy of the Deringer which lead to landmark copyright infringement trial, Deringer vs. Plate. See: Page 49, L.D. Eberhart and R.L. Wilson, The Deringer in America, volume 1.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Rare Trademark Infringement Philadelphia Derringer With Henry Deringer Markings

Lot #303 (Sale Order 301 of 514)

Firearm..44 caliber percussion, barrel breech and lock marked DERINGER/PHILA; made without German silver band inlays at barrel breech; 2 3/8-inch barrel with faceted top. German silver mounts. Engraved lock and mounts and barrel tang as well as breech. Blued, with browned barrel; varnished walnut stock. Overall length 5 3/4-inches.
Condition: Fine. 90% brown on barrel; 75% blue, mainly fading on lock. Stock sharp and with 95% varnish.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Scarce J. Cohn And S.W. Marston Two Barrel Swivel Breech Pistol, With Low Serial Number 4

Lot #304 (Sale Order 302 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 4, .36 caliber percussion, 3 1/16-inch flat-sided swivel barrel cluster, blued, with engraved brass frame; walnut grips. Standard markings, including NEW-YORK on hammer and barrel and date 1851.
Condition: Very good. Brown patina to steel, light pitting; mellow patina to brass; grips worn and with marks.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Fine And Rare Cased L.D. Nimschke-engraved Marston Three-barrel Derringer Pistol, With Sliding Knife

Lot #305 (Sale Order 303 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 581, .22 rimfire caliber, 3 1/16-inch barrel cluster, maker, New-York City and 1857 patent date on left side of silver-plated and scroll-engraved brass frame, the decoration by L.D. Nimschke, and including stamped star motifs; blued knife mounted in aperture on left side of barrel cluster. Varnished walnut grips. Varnished mahogany case, lined in purple velvet; with cartridge block and brass cleaning rod.
Condition: Fine. Traces blue, balance turning brown on barrel cluster; 97% silver on frame, dull patina; nicks on rear of barrel cluster, visible when barrels opened. Grips with 95% varnish, minor nicks and wear. Case fine with light wear, including on interior.
Provenance: Albert J. Weatherhead, III
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Fine And Rare Cased ""ladies Companion"" Pepperbox By Continental Arms Co., With Low Serial Number

Lot #306 (Sale Order 304 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 2, .22 rimfire caliber, 5-shot barrel cluster measuring 2 1/2-inches, blued, with silver-plated steel frame; varnished rosewood grips; standard maker, Norwich address and patent marking on breech. Varnished mahogany case with blue velvet lining, wood cleaning rod, box of obsolete Remington cartridges.
Condition: Fine. 70% blue, light wear, patina and pitting; traces silver, tarnished, balance gray patina; grips fine. Case fine with minor wear. Case fine, wear on exterior, fading to lining.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

Fine W.W. Marston Three-barrel Derringer Pistol

Lot #307 (Sale Order 305 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1902, .32 rimfire caliber, 3-inch barrel cluster, maker, New-York and 1857 patent date and Improved 1864 on left side of brass frame; blued barrel cluster; case-hardened hammer and trigger. Varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Fine. 90% blue on barrels, fading and light wear; 65% case-hardening, fading; 95% varnish on grips, minor nicks at butt.
Provenance: Karl Moldenauer
Estimate: 3000 - 5000

Fine And Scarce W.W. Marston Single Shot Single Action Screw Barrel Pistol, With Low Serial Number

Lot #308 (Sale Order 306 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 5, .36 caliber percussion, 5-inch barrel, blued steel frame with browned barrel and case-hardened hammer; varnished select walnut grips. Standard markings, including NEW-YORK and WARRANTED CAST-STEEL on barrel. Very good. Brown patina to steel, light pitting; mellow patina to brass; grips worn and with marks.
Condition: Fine. 95% brown; traces blue on frame; 85% case-hardening; 95% varnish, light storage marks.
Estimate: 3500 - 5000

Underhammer Percussion Pistol By Unidentified Maker

Lot #309 (Sale Order 307 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 608 stamped on butt of wood stock, .52 smoothbore, 8 1/2-inch round barrel, finished bright; made without sights; varnished walnut grip of sawhandle type. Triggerguard serving as mainspring.
Condition: Very good to fine. Gray patina to steel; replacement to stock on right side above trigger and hammer; crack on opposite side. 95% varnish on stock; note octagon contour of butt.
Illustrations: Pictured in Herschel C. Logan, Underhammer Guns.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Rare And Fine Cased W.W. Marston Single Shot Breechloading Pistol With Octagonal Barrel

Lot #310 (Sale Order 308 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 380, .36 caliber percussion, 6 11/16-inch octagonal barrel, blued steel and case-hardened lever and hammer; varnished walnut grips. Standard markings, including maker and PATENTED 1850 and NEW-YORK on top of barrel; scroll engraved frame and hammer. Varnished mahogany case, lined in purple velvet, with rare steel cartridge head cutter accessory, as well as wood-handled brass cleaning rod, bullet mold, cap tin and etched German silver container of 12 distinctive cartridges and three lead projectiles.
Condition: Fine. 90% blue on barrel; balance brown and gray patina; 60% case-hardening on hammer; grips with 97% varnish, light crack at butt of left panel. Case fine, crack in lid; minor nicks.; accessories fine.
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

Rare W.W. Marston Single Shot Breechloading Pistol In .44 Percussion Caliber

Lot #311 (Sale Order 309 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 493, .44 caliber percussion, 8-inch part round, part octagonal barrel, blued steel; varnished walnut grips. Standard markings, including maker and PATENTED 1850 and NEW-YORK on top of barrel; scroll engraved frame and hammer.
Condition: Very good. 15% blue, balance brown and gray patina, light pitting and wear; grips with 95% varnish, nicks; chip at butt of right panel.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Fine And Scarce Cased Merwin & Bray Single Shot Pistol

Lot #312 (Sale Order 310 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 419, .32 rimfire caliber, 3 1/2-inch octagonal blued barrel with MERWIN & BRAY/NEW YORK on top; brass frame with varnished rosewood grips. Varnished mahogany box with dark green velvet lining, cartridge block.
Condition: Very good. Blue fading on barrel; grips with light wear. Case with wear, two cracks on lid; old case but probably not made for this pistol.
Estimate: 800 - 1200

Fine Connecticut Arms & Mfg. Co. Single Shot Hammond Bulldog Pistol

Lot #313 (Sale Order 311 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 7191, .44 rimfire caliber, 4-inch octagonal barrel, maker and address marking on flat barrel rib; patent marking on top of breechblock; case-hardened finish; gutta percha grips, checkered.
Condition: Fine. 92% case-hardening, minor fading and light wear on barrel; grips fine.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Fine Bacon Manufacturing Co. Single Shot Breechloading Pistol

Lot #314 (Sale Order 312 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 214, .32 rimfire caliber, 4-inch octagonal barrel with maker and address marking on top of barrel; blued finish; case-hardened hammer; with varnished walnut grips. Iron frame.
Condition: Fine. 25% blue, balance flaking, brown and gray patina. 95% varnish, light wear, minor chips at butt.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Fine Rosewood Cased And Engraved T.J. Stafford Single- Shot ""automatic"" Breechloading Pocket Pisto

Lot #315 (Sale Order 313 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 2506, 3 1/2-inch octagonal barrel; with maker and New Haven address on top of barrel rib, patent marking on buttstrap; engraved barrel and frame, with mother-of-pearl grips. Silver-plated, with gold-plated frame; blued hammer. Varnished rosewood case with brass plaque inlay on lid, lined in burgundy velvet; green leather cover to bottom; with U.S. Cartridge Co. box of obsolete ammunition; steel cleaning rod, and key.
Condition: Fine. 98% finish; grips fine, but with discoloration adjacent to frame from oil stains; trigger spring not functioning. Case fine with light fading to interior.
Estimate: 3500 - 5500

Interesting Unmarked Single Shot Breechloading Pistol

Lot #316 (Sale Order 314 of 514)

Firearm.Unserialized. .22 caliber, 8 1/8-inch barrel with Express type front sight and vacant rear dovetail. Gray phosphate finish. Stamped 01 on left side of frame. Case-hardened trigger. German silver inner frame. Walnut grips.
Condition: Near mint with slight storage wear present.
Notes: This pistol resembles a large version of the Remington vest pocket pistol with certain differences. Some collectors believe it to be made by Remington as a design prototype. The origin of the pistol is unknown.
Estimate: 500 - 800

Rare Factory-engraved ""pointer"" Single Shot Derringer

Lot #317 (Sale Order 315 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 667, .22 rimfire caliber, 2 3/4-inch gold-washed barrel. Scroll-engraved nickel-plated frame. Spur trigger. Superior pearl grips.
Condition: Excellent. Barrel retaining approximately 80-85% fading gold wash. Frame retaining 95-99% finish with slight wear overall. Action excellent.
Notes: Manufactured in the 1800s. One of most exceptional examples of only 300 made.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Fine And Rare Cased Tip-up Barrel Derringer Single Shot Pistol By Unknown Maker, With Ivory Grips

Lot #318 (Sale Order 316 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 02, .22 rimfire caliber, 2-inch barrel, brass frame; ivory grips. Leather-covered wood case lined in green velvet; with cleaning brush and wood cleaning rod; simple wood partitioning.
Condition: Fine. Brown patina to steel; mellow patina to ivory. Case fine with wear on exterior.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Fine Marlin Ok Single Shot Derringer Pistol

Lot #319 (Sale Order 317 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 3589, .30 rimfire, 3 1/8-inch part round, part octagonal barrel, blued, with brass frame; varnished and checkered walnut grips. No maker marking.
Condition: Fine. Brown patina to steel; mellow patina to brass frame. 90% varnish.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Lot Of Seven Assorted Small Powder Flasks

Lot #319A (Sale Order 318 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Small bag-shaped powder flask with three-position charger marked: C & J.W. Hawksley. Ring mount at bottom [Riling #184]. 2) Another similar to #1 marked: James Dixon & Sons/Sheffield. 3) Plain copper flask of rectangular form [Riling #165]. 4) Small triangular horn powder flask with brass charger. Sides inscribed: ""My Horn/F. Ogden"". The reverse: POWDER. 5) Rare pistol flask [Riling #454]. Three-position charger. 6 & 7) Two leaf pattern pistol flasks with spring-loaded chargers.
Condition: All are very good to excellent with wear and patina.
Estimate: 1200 - 1500

Lot Of Six Assorted Powder And Shot Flasks

Lot #319B (Sale Order 319 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Bird and Game pattern flask [Riling #884]. Sloped charger. 2) Small Bird pattern flask [Riling #710]. 3) Dog pattern leather shot pouch [Riling #1458]. 4) Small fluted pattern flask [Riling #243]. 5) Large fluted pattern flask [Riling #293]. 6) Small fluted pattern flask [Riling #221].
Condition: All are very good to excellent with light age wear and patina.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Scarce Factory-engraved National Arms Co. No. 1 Single Shot Derringer

Lot #320 (Sale Order 320 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 5739, .41 rimfire caliber, 2 1/2-inch barrel with address: National Arms Co Brooklyn, N.Y. Patent information appears on the underside of barrel. Factory scroll-engraved silver-plated brass frame. Made without ejector. Spur trigger.
Condition: Fine. Barrel showing warm. grey-brown age patina with traces of blue remaining in the protected areas. Frame retaining approximately 85-90% silver-plated finish with minor wear to relief edges. Action excellent.
Notes: This rather scarce derringer is more common the the rare iron-framed National numbered 5-520 of the Howard collection.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Rare Factory Engraved National Arms Co. Number 1 Single Shot Derringer

Lot #321 (Sale Order 321 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 2775, .41 caliber, 2 1/2-inch barrel made with no address present. Rare engraved nickel-plated iron frame. Side-swivel breech. Knife blade-style ejector.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 85-90% nickel finish with slight wear present on sides of frame. Action excellent.
Notes: Manufactured in the 1880s. These No. 1 Derringers were first manufactured by Moore Patent Firearms Company, being the first large caliber metallic cartridge derringer pistols. The National Arms Company succeeded Moore in 1865 and five years later Colt acquired the National Arms Company and continued to produce the No. 1 Derringer as the No. 2 Derringer developed by National. This rare example was probably made during the acquisition period of National by Colt. The latter moved parts and workmen to the Colt factory. The configuration of this piece varies from the Colt marked specimens; the barrel is more rounded on the Colt and the spur sheath is straighter on the Colt. This gun is very rare because it is an iron frame; nearly all were brass framed examples.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

Factory-engraved First Model National Arms Co. Single Shot Derringer

Lot #322 (Sale Order 322 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1077, .41 rimfire caliber, 2-inch blued barrel marked: National Arms Co. Silver-plated brass frame. Spur trigger. No extractor. Integral grip with checkered oval panels
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 75-80% finish with scattered wear and flaking overall. Silver finish with age patina. Action good.
Notes: Manufactured in the 1860s.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

Second Model National Arms Co. Derringer

Lot #323 (Sale Order 323 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 716, .41 rimfire caliber, 2 1/2-inch blued barrel. Scroll-engraved frame. Spur trigger. Checkered rosewood bird's head grips.
Condition: FIne. Barrel retaining approximately 40-45% finish with remaining areas showing grey-brown age patina. Grips excellent. Action excellent.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

C.H .Ballard Single Shot Derringer

Lot #324 (Sale Order 324 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 2893, .41 rimfire caliber, 2 13/16-inch part round/part octagonal barrel, the top flat marked: BALLARD'S. Proper address on left side of barrel. Silver-plated finish. Spur trigger. Extractor activated by opening breech. Sliding barrel latch. Brass frame. Rare ivory bird's head grips. Manufactured in the 1870s. An exceptional example of this rare model derringer.
Condition: Very fine to excellent for this model. Retaining approximately 40-50% finish mixed with age patina. Grips excellent. Action excellent.
Estimate: 3500 - 4500

Scarce Brown Manufacturing Co. ""southerner"" Derringer

Lot #325 (Sale Order 325 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 619, .41 caliber rimfire, 2 1/2-inch blued octagonal barrel marked: SOUTHERNER. Standard address on left side of barrel. Brass frame. Side-pivot breech. Case-hardened hammer. Spur trigger. Rosewood grips.
Condition: Fine to excellent. Barrel retaining approximately 20-30% finish with scattered wear overall. Brass frame with light age patina. Grips with slight wear to relief edges. Action tight and crisp.
Notes: This example manufactured in the 1870s by Brown, not Merrimack.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

Rare Factory-engraved Southerner Single Shot Derringer By Merrimack Arms Co.

Lot #326 (Sale Order 326 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 888, .41 rimfire caliber, 2 3/8-inch blued barrel. Scroll-engraved, silver-plated brass frame. Case-hardened hammer. Spur trigger. Rosewood grips.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Retaining 95-98% finish with minor losses on frame and gripstrap. Grips excellent. Action excellent.
Notes: Manufactured in 1860s.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

J.C. Terry Single Shot Derringer

Lot #327 (Sale Order 327 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 262, .22 caliber, 3 3/4-inch blued round barrel. Unique hammer that serves as a breechblock. Silver-plated frame. Spur trigger. Backstrap marked: J.C. Terry/Patent/Pending. Ivory grips.
Condition: Fine to excellent. Retaining approaximately 40-50% finish with light flaking on barrel and wear to gripstrap and butt. Frame with age patina to silver finish. Grips excellent. Action excellent. A superb example of this model.
Notes: This example manufactured in 1870s.
Estimate: 4500 - 6500

Rare E. Allen And Co. Derringer With Steel Frame And Full Octagonal Barrel

Lot #328 (Sale Order 328 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 614, .41 rimfire caliber, 2 1/2-inch octagonal barrel, walnut grips.
Condition: Very good. Brown patina, pitting; grips worn and with chip from left panel at butt.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Scarce Ethan Allen Derringer Pistol

Lot #329 (Sale Order 329 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1033, .41 rimfire, 2 1/2-inch part-round, part- octagonal barrel; maker, address and patent marking on breech; blued; walnut grips.
Condition: Very good. Brown patina; light wear; grips appear to have been cleaned.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Very Rare Sharps First Model Breechloading Single Shot Pistol

Lot #330 (Sale Order 330 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 283, .34 caliber percussion, 5-inch barrel, blued finish; walnut grips. Maker and address marking in oval on left side of frame.
Condition: Very good to fine. Blue turning brown; patina and light pitting; grips with wear, marks; trigger needs spring.
Estimate: 5000 - 8000

Rare Serial Number 1 Starr Single Shot Derringer

Lot #331 (Sale Order 331 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1, .41 rimfire caliber, 2 3/4-inch round barrel, the bottom stamped with a K. Brass frame with floor stamped with a K. Side hammer. Button trigger. Checkered walnut grips, the backsides stamped with a K. Left side of gripstrap stamped 1.
Condition: Good. Barrel with dark brown age patina. Frame with mellow age patina. Grips with light wear. Mechanically sound.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Scarce Eben T. Starr Single Shot Derringer

Lot #332 (Sale Order 332 of 514)

Firearm.Marked XX and R, .41 rimfire, 2 3/4-inch round barrel tipping up for loading; spur trigger; sidehammer; maker and patent marking on left sideplate; brass frame. Checkered walnut grips.
Condition: Very good. Gray patine to barrerl; light pitting; mellow patina to brass; wear. Grips fine.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Rare First Model Starr Four-barrel Pepperbox

Lot #333 (Sale Order 333 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 9, .32 caliber, 3-inch blued barrel. Button trigger. Case-heardened side hammer. Silver-plated brass frame. Burl walnut grips.
Condition: Fine to excellent for this model. Barrel retaining approximately 95-99% finish with slight wear present. Frame retaining approximately 15-20% finish with remaining areas showing age patina. Grips excellent to mint.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Rare Factory Unfinished Starr Third Model Four-barrel Pepperbox Derringer

Lot #334 (Sale Order 334 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 0 [stamped on left side of inside of gripstrap], .32 rimfire caliber, 3 1/8-inch barrel cluster. Case-hardened side hammer. Burl walnut grips.
Condition: Excellent to mint as configured. This third model of the Starr four-barrel derringers is ultra-rare; this example was never finished by the factory; the barrels and frame are bright and unpolished, the grips unfinished.
Estimate: 4500 - 6500

Starr Fourth Model Four-barrel Derringer

Lot #335 (Sale Order 335 of 514)

Firearm.Unserialized. .32 caliber, 2 3/4-inch blued barrels. Brass frame. Button trigger, Side hammer. Address present on circular side plate. Bottom of barrel stamped K. Floorplate stamped P. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Very good. Barrels retaining approximately 85-90% finish with scattered wear overall. Hammer with faded case-hardening present. Frame with brass patina. Grips excellent with only slight wear present.
Notes: Manufactured in 1860s.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Rare Starr Fourth Model Four-barrel Derringer

Lot #336 (Sale Order 336 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 00, .32 caliber, 2 3/4-inch nickel-plated barrels. Dull nickel-plated brass frame. Button trigger, Side hammer. Rosewood grips.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 75-80% finish, the barrel showing wear, minor pitting and age patina to relief edges. Grips with wear to relief edges.
Notes: Manufactured in the 1860s.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

Starr Fourth Model Four-barrel Derringer

Lot #337 (Sale Order 337 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 12, .32 caliber, 2 3/4-inch blued barrels. Silver-plated brass frame. Button trigger. SIde hammer. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Very good. Retaining approximately 30-40% finish with scattered wear and age patina present. Wood with light wear to relief edges.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

Scarce Fifth Model Starr Four-barrel Pepperbox Derringer

Lot #338 (Sale Order 338 of 514)

Firearm.Unserialized. .32 caliber, 2 3/4-inch blued barrel, the bottom stamped: 1 J. Push-button trigger. Case-hardened side hammer. Silver-plated brass frame. Varnished walnut grips, the inside stamped 13.
Condition: Fine to excellent. Barrel with grey-brown age patina with strong traces of blue finish in protected areas. Frame and gripstrap retaining approximately 75-80% silver finish with scattered wear to relief edges.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Starr Four-barrel Sixth Type Pepperbox Derringer

Lot #339 (Sale Order 339 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 58, .32 caliber, 2 3/4-inch blued tip-up 4-barrel cluster [serial no. 58 on right side near breech]. Silver-plated brass frame. Side hammer. Button trigger, Floorplate of frame stamped 8 over a V. Inside of grips with similar stampings.
Condition: Excellent for this model. Barrel retaining traces of blue finish, primarily in protected areas. Frame and gripstrap retaining 70-75% finish with scattered light wear and patina present. Grips excellent. Action needs work as firing pin does not rotate.
Notes: Manufactured in the 1870s. The rare 6th type Starr derringer is slightly smaller and lighter that the 5th type; the frame is more slender and grips are slim; note also the difference in the configuration of the breechblock.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Rare And Fine Engraved And Gold-plated Sharps Patent Pepperbox Pistol By Tipping & Lawden, In Mahoga

Lot #340 (Sale Order 340 of 514)

Firearm.No visible serial no., .30 rimfire caliber, 3 1/8-inch barrel cluster, British proofmarks on each side of barrel; gold-plated including brass frame, blued hammer, trigger and barrel release; with ivory grips. Mahogany case lined in burgundy velvet, with box obsolete .30 caliber cartridges by Winchester.
Condition: Fine. 65% gold-plating, wear; grips with mellow color. Old box with relining, not factory; cracks on bottom.
Estimate: 5000 - 8000

Fine Sharps Patent Pepperbox Pistol By Tipping & Lawden, In Burl Walnut Case

Lot #341 (Sale Order 341 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1644, .22 rimfire caliber, 2 1/2-inch barrel cluster, British proofmarks on each side of blued barrel in flutes; silver-plated brass frame, blued hammer, trigger and screws; with scroll motif gutta percha grips. Inscription engraved on top flute of barrel cluster: E.M. REILLY & Co. OXFORD ST. LONDON. Burl walnut case, lined in blue felt with elegant E.M. Reilly & Co. 502, New Oxford Street, London, paper trade label in lid; brass shield inlay on lid; accessories of brass handled steel cleaning rod, obsolete cartridges and key.
Condition: Fine. 95% blue and silver; minor wear; Tipping & Lawden marking on left side of frame carefully stamped out, likely at time of retail sale. Case with light wear; label likely pasted inside lid at time of sale; missing one of compartment lids.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Fine And Rare Sharps Breechloading Pepperbox Pistol, First Model, With Low Serial Number

Lot #342 (Sale Order 342 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 37, .22 rimfire caliber, 2 1/2-inch 4 shot barrel cluster; blued finish, with silver-plated brass frame; scroll motif gutta percha grips. One line maker and address on left side of frame; patent marking on right side.
Condition: Fine. 80% blue, light pitting; 20% silver, balance of frame with mellow patina; grips fine.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Rare And Fine Model 2b Sharps Pepperbox Pistol In Pasteboard Box With Wood Ejector And Steel Cleanin

Lot #343 (Sale Order 343 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 2167, .30 rimfire caliber, 3-inch barrel cluster, circular markings on each side of frame; blued finish with silver-plated frame; varnished rosewood grips. Pasteboard box with Sharps' Patent Repeater label in lid, with accessories of wood ejector and steel cleaning rods. Serial number appears lightly in pencil on bottom of box.
Condition: Fine. 65% blue, light pitting and patina; 95% silver, tarnish; markings sharp; grips with 95% varnish, light marks. Box with wear; stains on interior; accessories fine. Rarely observed boxed set.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Rare And Fine Model 1a Sharps Pepperbox Pistol In Pasteboard Box With Wood Ejector/cleaning Rod

Lot #344 (Sale Order 344 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 6455, .22 rimfire caliber, 2 1/2-inch barrel cluster, circular markings on each side of frame; blued finish with silver-plated brass frame; scroll motif gutta percha grips. Pasteboard box with accessory of wood ejector/cleaning rod.
Condition: Fine. 98% blue; 95% silver, tarnish; markings sharp; grips fine. Box with wear, one corner of lid separated; foxing on interior; accessory fine.
Notes: Rarely observed boxed set.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Fine Sharps Breechloading Pepperbox Pistol, Model 1c, With Rosewood Grips

Lot #345 (Sale Order 345 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 17413, .22 rimfire caliber, 2 1/2-inch 4-shot barrel cluster; nickel-plated barrel finish with silver-plated brass frame; varnished rosewood grips. Circular markings on each side of frame.
Condition: Fine. 98% nickel on barrel; 85% silver-plating, tarnished, flaking. Grips fine, with minor wear and nicks.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Fine Cased Sharps ""bull Dog"" Breechloading Pepperbox Pistol, Model 4a, With Rosewood Grips

Lot #346 (Sale Order 346 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 748, .32 rimfire caliber, 2 1/2-inch 4 shot barrel cluster; nickel-plated finish; varnished rosewood grips. Straight two-line marking on right side of frame. Case of mahogany, lined in green felt, with 8 obsolete cartridges.
Condition: Fine. 98% nickel; light fading; grips with light marks. Case of later date; light nicks, wear.
Estimate: 4000 - 6000

Scarce American Arms Company Double Barrel Swivel Breech Derringer

Lot #347 (Sale Order 347 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 657, .41 rimfire caliber, 2 5/8-inch barrel cluster, with maker and Boston address on top of one, and patent data on top of other; blued barrels; silver-plated brass frame; rosewood grips.
Condition: Very good to fine. 85% blue, wear and pitting; 60% silver, tarnish and dull patina; grips with 95% varnish, wear and marks, primarily on right panel.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Excellent American Arms Co. Over & Under Double-barrel Pocket Pistol

Lot #348 (Sale Order 348 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 890, .22/.32 caliber. 3-inch blued rotating barrel, chambered fro .22 and .32 caliber. Silver-plated brass frame. Spur trigger. Case-hardened hammer. Rosewood grips.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining 95-99% finish with slight wear overall. Storage marks on grips. Action excellent.
Notes: Manufactured in the 1870s.
Estimate: 1200 - 2000

Factory-engraved American Arms Co. Over & Under Double Barrel Pocket Pistol

Lot #349 (Sale Order 349 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1525, .22/.32 caliber, 3-inch blued rotating barrel, chambered for .22 & .32 caliber respectively. Factory-engraved, silver-plated finish. Case-hardened hammer. Rosewood grips.
Condition: Excellent. Barrel retaining approximately 75-80% finish with scattered wear and patina. Frame and gripstrap retaining approximately 40-50% patinated silver finish with light wear overall. Grips excellent. Action excellent.
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Fine American Arms Company Double Barrel Swivel Breech Derringer, Smaller Frame Size With Two Calibe

Lot #350 (Sale Order 350 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 4499, .22 rimfire and .32 rimfire calibers, 2 15/16-inch barrel cluster, with maker and Boston address on top of one, and patent data on top of other; blued barrels; silver-plated brass frame; rosewood grips.
Condition: Fine. 85% blue on barrels, light patina and wear; 70% silver, tarnished; grips with dull patina.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Rollin White Arms Co. Pocket Revolver, Made For Smith & Wesson

Lot #351 (Sale Order 351 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 2924, .22 rimfire, 7-shot, 3 1/16-inch barrel marked ""Made for Smith & Wesson by Rollin White Arms Co. Lowell Mass."" on toprib; brass frame; varnished rosewood grips; patent markings on cylinder.
Condition: Very good. 85% blue on barrel, gray patina to balance of steel; nicks and light wear on grips, 95% varnish.
Estimate: 900 - 1200

Bliss Single Action Pocket Revolver

Lot #352 (Sale Order 352 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 819, .25 rimfire, 6-shot, 3 1/4-inch octagonal barrel; blued finish, with case-hardened hammer and trigger; varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Fine. 80% blue on barrel and cylinder; minor spotting and pitting on frame with gray patina; light marks on grips.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

L.W. Pond Front-loading Revolver With Low Serial Number

Lot #353 (Sale Order 353 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 69, .22 rimfire, 7-shot, 3 1/2-inch octagonal barrel with maker, address and patent marking; brass frame; blued barrel and cylinder; varnished rosewood grips. Button cylinder release.
Condition: Very good. Brown patina to steel; grips with nicks and wear, repair on left grip panel.
Estimate: 700 - 900

L.W. Pond Front-loading Revolver

Lot #354 (Sale Order 354 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 710, .32 rimfire, 6-shot, 5-inch octagonal barrel with maker, address and patent marking on top; blued; brass frame; varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Very good. Brown patina to steel; mellow patina to brass; appears replacement cylinder pin; grips with wear; nicks on butt of frame and grips.
Estimate: 900 - 1200

Boxed O.A. Smith Pocket Model Spur Trigger Revolver

Lot #355 (Sale Order 355 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 28993, .32 rimfire caliber, 5 shots, 3 1/16-inch ribbed barrel; solid frame; nickel-plated; SMITH'S NEW MODEL on topstrap. Checkered hard rubber grips. Box with label at one end, and with steel cleaning rod.
Condition: Fine. Plating 98%, fading; grips fine. Box with wear, minor separation on lid.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Lindsay Two-shot Double Hammer Pocket Pistol, With Advertising Brochure And Accessories, In Associat

Lot #356 (Sale Order 356 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 520, .41 caliber, superposed octagonal barrel of 4-inch length; engraved barrel and brass frame; varnished walnut grips. Old associated leather case lined in green felt, with brass bullet mold, and American eagle and shield small-size flask; advertisement flyer glued within case lid, with penciled
Condition: Very good. Gray patina to steel; mellow patina to brass; 50% case-hardening on hammers; grips fine with 98% varnish. Modern case; accessories and papers very good.
Provenance: William M. Locke
Illustrations: The William M. Locke Collection book, p. 433.
Estimate: 6000 - 8000

Fine Derringer .22 Caliber Pocket Revolver

Lot #357 (Sale Order 357 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1073, .22 rimfire, 7-shot, tipup barrel measuring 3 1/16-inch length, with maker, address and patent date on toprib; blued, with nickel-plated frame; case-hardened hammer and trigger; varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Fine. 95% finish, some fading to cylinder; light peeling to nickel; grips with 90% varnish, light wear.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

*fine Belgian Velo Dog Double Action Revolver

Lot #358 (Sale Order 358 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1 (on cylinder), 7mm, 5-shot, 1 1/2-inch round barrel with flat top; hammerless double action with folding trigger; blued, with case-hardened frame and checkered ebony grips.
Condition: Fine. Mechanism needs repair or adjustment.
Estimate: 250 - 350

Cased Janssen Sons & Co. Belgian Vest Pocket Revolver, With Leather Traveling Business Case Gold-emb

Lot #359 (Sale Order 359 of 514)

Firearm..22 caliber rimfire, 6 shot, 1 5/16-inch round barrel; engraved, the topstrap inscribed ""JANSSEN SONS & Co.""; FJ & Co on right side of frame. Blued, with checkered ebony grips. With fabric-covered wood case, the interior lid blind-tooled: ""Katz Brothers Ltd./SINGAPORE"". With unopened box of 50 obsolete .22 short rimfire cartridges by Remington Arms Co. Accompanied by elegant leather-covered business traveling case; the cover flap gold-embossed: R. BLANCHARD RAFFLES./DEC. 25TH 1870."" Measuring 14- x 11- x 4-inches; blind-tooled; the brass lock stamped: PARKINS & GOTTO/LONDON. Gold-embossed trademark on inside compartment with leather-covered lid, including maker's name and Oxford St., London, address. Body of case with three compartments, each with leather lids; one compartment including removable mahogany tray and glass ink bottle with silver-plated lid. Key on leather strap attached to traveling case handle.
Condition: Fine. Light wear to pistol case and to traveling case; mahogany box in small compartment needs minor regluing of bottom.
Notes: Accompanied by newspaper article from The Observer, Singapore, August 15, 1965, with article about Sir T.S. Raffles, credited with founding colonial Singapore as a British protectorate. Case may have belonged to a descendent of T.S. Raffles.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

Lot Of Three Assorted Purse Holsters

Lot #360 (Sale Order 360 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Chamois leather purse holster for a Smith & Wesson 32 Safety Hammerless revolver. 2) Brown calf purse holster made for an American Arms pocket revolver. 3) Small brown suede leather purse holster for a small Belgian pinfire revolver. All with nickeled steel snap closures.
Condition: All are good to very good. All showing wear, soiling and minor tears to leather.
Estimate: 100 - 150

Fine And Rare Engraved Ethan Allen & Co. Sidehammer Pocket Revolver

Lot #361 (Sale Order 361 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 177, 7-shot, 2 7/16-inch octagonal barrel, profusely engraved, nickel-plated, with ivory grips. Maker, address and patent marking on left side of barrel.
Condition: Fine. 98% nickel; minor patina, fading. Grips with mellow patina.
Estimate: 1200 - 1600

Rare Factory-engraved O.S. Cummings Seven-shot Pocket Revolver

Lot #362 (Sale Order 362 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. G-15, .22 caliber, 3-inch fluted barrel. Scroll and rocker-engraved. Nickel-plated finish. Case-hardened hammer. Spur trigger. Black walnut bird's head grips.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Retaining 99-100% finish with slight wear to case-hardening. Left grip chipped. Action excellent.
Notes: Manufactured in the 1870s.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Rare Jacob Rupertus Pepperbox Pocket Pistol

Lot #363 (Sale Order 363 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 961, .22 caliber, 3-inch 8-barrel cluster. Nickel-plated finish. Recoil shield with coined edge. Spur trigger. Walnut grips.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Retaining approximately 95-99% finish with scattered light wear present. Grips excellent. Mechanically excellent.
Notes: Seveal hundred of these pepperboxes were produced in Philadelphia after the Civil War.
Estimate: 3500 - 5500

Rare Jacob Rupertus Pepperbox Pocket Revolver

Lot #364 (Sale Order 364 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 2139, .22 caliber, 2 7/8-inch tapered 8-barrel cluster. Blued finish. Case-hardened hammer. Spur trigger. Brass frame with address on sideplate. Varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Excellent for this model. Barrel retaining approximately 85-90% finish with minor flaking and brown patina present. Frame and gripstrap with traces of silver finish remaining in protected areas, the remaining area with light patina. Hammer retaining faded case-hardening. Grips excellent. Action excellent.
Notes: This unique pepperbox features a breech that rotates with the loading gate that acts as a safety; a removable ejector rod is mounted in the center of the barrel cluster. Several hundred of this model were manufactured after the Civil War.
Estimate: 3500 - 5500

Fine And Rare Cased Brooklyn Firearms Co. Slocum Pocket Revolver

Lot #365 (Sale Order 365 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 5878, .32 caliber rimfire, front-loading, 3-inch round barrel with maker and patent marking on top, nickel-plating, varnished rosewood grips. Scroll and border engraved frame. Varnished mahogany case, with green velvet lining; accessories of screwdriver and miscellaneous obsolete cartridges.
Condition: Fine. 99% nickel, fading; grips fine. Case and accessories fine with minor marks on exterior.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Fine Cased Bacon Manufacturing Co. Swing-out Cylinder Pocket Revolver With Low Serial Number

Lot #366 (Sale Order 366 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 9, .32 rimfire caliber, 6-shot, 5-inch octagonal barrel with maker and Norwich Conn barrel marking on top; C.W. HOPKINS and patent on left side; blued; case-hardened hammer; engraved frame; varnished walnut grips. Varnished mahogany case with screwdriver and obsolete cartridges; lined in burgundy velvet.
Condition: Fine. 95% finish on barrel and cylinder, light patina; frame with traces blue, balance turned brown; light tracking lines on cylinder; 75% case-hardening; minor marks and wear on grips. Case worn; 95% varnish; interior with light stains.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

Rare Bacon Manufacturing Co. Pocket Revolver In. 25 Rimfire Caliber

Lot #367 (Sale Order 367 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 89, .25 rimfire caliber, 6-shot cylinder, 4-inch octagonal barrel marked BACON MF'G. CO. NORWICH CONN. on top; engraved frame; blued; varnished walnut grips, square butt.
Condition: Very good. 45% blue, primarily on cylinder; gray patina to balance, light pitting; tracking lines on cylinder; files marks on triggerguard. Grips 95% varnish, minor chip.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Fine And Scarce Cased Half Silver-plated Springfield Arms Co. Pocket Model Revolver

Lot #368 (Sale Order 368 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 4213, .30 rimfire, 5-shot, 3 3/16-inch octagonal barrel with maker and address marking on top; made without patent and manufactured for Smith & Wesson marking on cylinder; blued, with silver-plated brass frame; case-hardened hammer; varnished rosewood grips. Case with burgundy velvet lining and cartridge block in bottom, with steel cleaning rod and complement of obsolete cartridges; lid with embossed scroll motifs on purple velvet; case of gutta percha, with relief scroll and border designs on lid and border motif on bottom.
Condition: Fine. 95% blue; tracking lines on cylinder; 95% silver with original age patina; grips fine with small crack on butt of left panel. Case fine, light wear and stains on interior.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

Rare Boxed Eagle Arms Company Pocket Revolver

Lot #369 (Sale Order 369 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 7121, .32 rimfire caliber, 6-shot, 3 1/2-inch barrel, with maker and New York address marking on top rib, blued, with silver-plated brass frame, varnished rosewood grips. Pasteboard box with picture of revolver and ""Six Shooter"" and other advertising on hinged lid; with cartridge box marked Eagle Arms Co. and with silver-plated cleaning rod and partial complement of obsolete cartridges.
Condition: Fine. 90% blue, minor tracking lines on cylinder; 95% silver, minor blistering on right side of frame, tarnished; grips with minor storage marks. Box fine with light wear, lid imprint fading.
Provenance: Karl Moldenauer
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

*boxed American Arms Co. Bull Dog Double Action Revolver

Lot #370 (Sale Order 370 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 7095, .38 centerfire caliber, 2 1/2-inch octagonal barrel marked on top AMERICAN BULL DOG; 5 shots, nickel-plated, case-hardened hammer; checkered hard rubber grips with bull dog head motif. Pasteboard box with label at one end of bottom.
Condition: Fine. 98% finish; minor storage marks. Box with wear, some separation and minor bends.
Estimate: 800 - 1200

Fine Hood Fire Arms Co. Pocket Revolver, With Inscription On Backstrap, Copy Of Colt New Line

Lot #371 (Sale Order 371 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 620, .38 rimfire, 5 shot, 2 3/8-inch barrel; nickel-plated, with case-hardened hammer and trigger; varnished rosewood grips. Backstrap inscribed in script: ""F.A. Ware, Boston.""
Condition: Fine. 95% nickel; spots of pitting. Grips with light wear.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Fine And Scarce James Warner Pocket Model Cartridge Revolver

Lot #372 (Sale Order 372 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 704, .30 caliber rimfire, 5-shot cylinder with roll engraved line decoration and with 1857 patent marking; 3 1/8-inch round barrel; blued finish, with case-hardened hammer and lever, attached to cylinder pin/ejector. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 85% blue on barrel and cylinder, balance gray and brown, traces blue on frame; 60% case-hardening, fading; tracking lines on cylinder; 98% varnish with storage marks, minor nicks at butt.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Fine And Scarce James Warner Pocket Model Cartridge Revolver

Lot #373 (Sale Order 373 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1991, .30 caliber rimfire, 5 shot cylinder with roll engraved line decoration and with 1857 patent marking; 3-inch round barrel; blued finish, with case-hardened hammer and lever, attached to cylinder pin/ejector; silver-plated steel frame and triggerguard. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 90% blue on barrel and cylinder; 100% silver; 80% case-hardening; tracking lines on cylinder; 99% varnish.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Fine And Scarce James Warner Pocket Model Cartridge Revolver

Lot #374 (Sale Order 374 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 2188, .30 caliber rimfire, 5-shot cylinder with roll engraved line decoration and with 1857 patent marking; 3-inch round barrel; blued finish, with case-hardened hammer and lever, attached to cylinder pin/ejector; silver-plated steel frame and triggerguard. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 75% blue on barrel and cylinder; 95% silver; 80% case-hardening; tracking lines on cylinder; 99% varnish, minor marks.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Fine Marlin Spur-trigger No. 32 Standard Single Action Tip-up Revolver

Lot #375 (Sale Order 375 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 900, .32 rimfire, 5-shot, 3-inch round barrel, with maker name and address on left side; nickel-plated; case-hardened hammer and trigger; checkered hard rubber grips.
Condition: Fine. 100% nickel; light storage marks; finish faded on hammer and trigger.
Estimate: 700 - 900

Fine Marlin Small Frame *ck* Revolver

Lot #376 (Sale Order 376 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 8302, .22 rimfire, 7-shot, 2 1/4-inch round barrel, nickel-plated; maker marking on left side of barrel; varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 95% nickel; wear, light scratches. Tracking lines on cylinder.
Estimate: 400 - 600

Fine Whitneyville Armory Breechloading Pocket Revolver

Lot #377 (Sale Order 377 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 320B, .32 rimfire, 5 shots, 3 3/8-inch octagonal barrel with maker, address and patent marking on top; blued, with nickel-plated brass frame. Varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Fine. 95% finish. Minor storage marks.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Fine Embossed Leather-cased Whitneyville Armory Breech-loading Pocket Revolver

Lot #378 (Sale Order 378 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 13627, .32 rimfire, 5-shot, 3 3/8-inch octagonal barrel with maker, address and patent marking on top; blued, with silver-plated brass frame. Varnished rosewood grips. Embossed associated leather case, with burgundy velvet lining, and packet of 50 cartridges by Winchester.
Condition: Fine. 97% blue finish; tracking lines on cylinder; 75% silver-plating, tarnished; bright case-hardening on hammer; grips fine. Fine leather case with wear; one securement hook missing; portion of marbled paper bottom cover missing. Cartridge packet fine; opened and sealed in plastic wrapping.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

*scarce Boxed Sedgley Baby Hammerless Double Action Revolver

Lot #379 (Sale Order 379 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 254, .22 rimfire, 1 1/4-inch barrel, blued finish; folding trigger; markings on topstrap; checkered composition grips. Box with trademark and marking inside lid; plus label on one end; and instructions sheet.
Condition: Fine. Light wear to box.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Scarce Aetna Arms Co., New York, Breechloading Tip-up Pocket Revolver

Lot #380 (Sale Order 380 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1953, .22 rimfire, 7 shot, 3 1/8-inch octagonal barrel with AETNA ARMS CO. NEW YORK. on top rib; blued, with brass frame; varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Very good to fine. 60% blue on barrel, balance gray, with pitting; cylinder with traces blue, balance gray and brown; mellow patina to frame; grips with 95% varnish.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Scarce C.S. Shattuck Swing-out Cylinder Pocket Revolver With Low Serial Number

Lot #381 (Sale Order 381 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 22, .32 rimfire, 5-shot, 2 13/16-inch octagonal barrel with maker and address marking on left side; nickel-plated, with checkered hard rubber grips.
Condition: Fine. 97% nickel, light fading and minor wear and patina; grips excellent.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Rare Engraved Maltby Henley & Co. Or Spencer Safety Hammerless Double Action Pocket Revolver, Primar

Lot #382 (Sale Order 382 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 6704, .32 centerfire caliber, 5-shots, 3 1/4-inch round barrel with maker, New York, and patent markings on top rib; nickel-plated brass frame integral with barrel; with blued trigger; checkered and scroll motif hard rubber grips. Engraved barrel, cylinder and frame, in style similar to Merwin Hulbert & Co.
Condition: Fine. 95% nickel; wear; nicks, primarily on bottom of barrel; patina, primarily on cylinder; grips fine.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Scarce And Fine Boxed U.S. Revolver Co. Hammerless Break-open Double Action Pocket Revolver

Lot #383 (Sale Order 383 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 40988, .38 centerfire caliber, 3 1/4-inch barrel, two-line marking on top of barrel rib; blued finish; case-hardened trigger and barrel latch; checkered hard rubber grips. Pasteboard box with red label at one end.
Condition: Fine. 98% blue; 95% case-hardening on trigger, less on barrel latch, fading. Grips fine; left panel slightly warped. Box fine with light wear.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Lot Of Two Unmarked Revolver Or Pistol Cases

Lot #384 (Sale Order 384 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Small modern mahogany casing with green polyester lining. Made for a small pocket revolver. With key. Size: 9-inches X 6-inches X 2 1/8-inches. 2) Empty and unlined Colt-style mahogany case with no lining or partitions. With Colt-style lock mechanism. Size: 9 1/8-inches X 6 1/8-inches X 2 1/8-inches.
Condition: 1) Very good with light wear and scuffs. 2) Good with crack in lid, wear to finish and scuffs to corners.
Estimate: 250 - 350

Lot Of Three Assorted Partitioned Revolver Or Pistol Cases

Lot #385 (Sale Order 385 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Colt-Style Partitioned Mahogany Case For a Small Revolver. A rose velour-lined partitioned case for a small non-Colt revolver. Brass hinges and lock. While similar to Colt, it does not fit any of the standard Colt models. Appears to be original configuration and lining. 2) Mahogany partitioned case for a small British Percussion Revolver. Blue fabric lining. Circular brass escutcheon on lid and brass key escutcheon. Includes screwdriver and cleaning rod. 3) Mahogany partitioned case for a Colt Model 1849 pocket revolver. Burgundy velvet lining. Brass key escutcheon.
Condition: 1) Very good. Lining with light wear and fading. Minor wear at muzzle and hammer areas. Exterior with age wear and patina. 2) Excellent. Light wear overall. 3) Good to very good. Some partitions missing. Wear and light fading to interior. Small chip in right end of case.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Lot Of Assorted Boxes Of Vintage And Modern Ammunition And Shooting Accessories

Lot #386 (Sale Order 386 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Three full boxes of 20 Remington .45 ACP Shot Cartridges. Green and yellow labels. 2) Full box of 50 Remington centerfire .44 S & W special cartridges. Green and yellow label. 3) Partial box of 17 Remington .357 magnum caliber High Velocity multi-ball load cartridges. Green and yellow label. 4) Open partial box of 18 Western Super X .35 Remington caliber cartridges. Yellow box. 5) Open partial box of 38 7.65mm automatic cartridges by Remington. Green box. 6) Open partial box of 13 .38 special cartridges by Remington. Green box. 7) Open partial box of 44 .38 special caliber cartridges by Remington. Green box. 8) One open full box of 20 and one partial box of 19 Winchester Super X .30-30 caliber cartridges by Western. White box. 9) Open partial box of 48 .218 Bee caliber Hi-Speed cartridges by Remington. Green box. 10) Open full box of 50 Super X .38 S & W caliber cartridges by Winchester. 11) Open full box of 20 commemorative Oliver Winchester .38-55 caliber cartridges. Illustrated box with portrait of Winchester. 12) Open partial box of .406/250 bullets in incorrect box. 13) Open partial box of 11 .32 S & W caliber cartridges by Remington. Green box. 14) 8 packages of 20 and 1 partial package of 7 .22 magnum caliber shot shells by OMark. 15) Full box of 100 .22 long caliber cartridges. No brand listed. 16) 7 assorted boxes of 50 .22 extra or hi-power .22 caliber cartridges by Federal and Western. 17) Open full box of .22 Hi-Speed Hornet caliber cartridges by Remington. 18) Open full box of Winchester Super X .22 Extra Power rimfire cartridges by Western. 19) 3 Full boxes of 100 No. 150 large pistol primers by Federal. 20) Plastic pack of 20 Winchester .243 caliber cartridges by Federal. 21) Open partial box of 30 .22 caliber magnum caliber cartridges by CCI. 22) Open partial box of 32 .38 Colt Police Positive cartridges by Remington. 23) Open full box of 50 Colt .45 caliber wax bullets. Red labe
Estimate: 150 - 200

Lot Of 24 Assorted Antique Cap Tins

Lot #387 (Sale Order 387 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising examples by Eley Bros., Winchester, Remington and other manufacturers. Many still containing caps.
Condition: All showing wear and age patina. Many with worn or torn labels.
Estimate: 450 - 650

Lot Of Three Antique Pewter And One Steel Oilers

Lot #388 (Sale Order 388 of 514)

Firearm.Four different examples of different sizes and shapes. All with screw tops. All are unmarked.
Condition: All are very good to excellent with light age wear.
Estimate: 150 - 250

Lot Of Assorted Cap Tins And Shooting Accessories

Lot #389 (Sale Order 389 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Six cap tins by Eley Bros., American Flask Co. and other manufacturers. 2) Unopened box of 16 & 12 gauge Hooker's flannel shotgun patches. 3) Unmarked nickel capper.
Condition: All are very good to excellent with light wear present.
Estimate: 250 - 350

Rare Open Full Box Of 20 .50 Caliber Government Cartridges Dated 1873

Lot #390 (Sale Order 390 of 514)

Firearm.The open full box of Benet-primed government ammunition marked: 20/Centre-Primed, Metallic/CARTRIDGES,/Calibre, .50/Charge, 70 Grains Musket Powder, Weight of Bullet, 450 Grains./Frankford Arsenal, May, 1873. Original shellacked label.
Condition: Excellent with slight seam separation on one side. Shrink-wrapped.
Estimate: 250 - 350

Fine Cased John Blanch & Son, London, Matched Pair Of Percussion Folding Trigger Screwbarrel Pocket

Lot #391 (Sale Order 391 of 514)

Firearm..46 caliber smoothbore, 2-inch round barrels; BLANCH/LONDON on left side of each boxlock frame; engraving; British proofmarks; checkered walnut grips with oval German silver escutcheon inlay. Case-hardened finish with blued triggers. Mahogany case with brass disk inlay on lid; blue velvet lining; elegant trade label from Blanch & Son, 29 Grace Church Street, London, established 1809. Accessories of copper and brass flask, bullet mold, barrel wrench, and screwdriver.
Condition: Fine. 85% finish, fading on barrel; minor storage marks. Case and accessories fine with key escutcheon missing, lid was once reglued; light wear and some marks on trade label.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Fine And Scarce Cased T.K. Baker Of London Single Action Percussion Revolver

Lot #392 (Sale Order 392 of 514)

Firearm.Serial number 1625, .40 caliber percussion, 6-shots, 5 1/2-in octagonal barrel, scroll and border engraved breech, triggerguard and buttcap; and right side of frame stamped with maker name, and London; hammer with light engraving, BAKER'S PATENT marking; British proofmarks; blued, with case-hardened hammer, and finely checkered walnut grips. Oak case with green felt lining; handsome illustrated Baker's patent address label inside lid; accessories of bullet mold, powder flask, wrench, cap tin with rare Baker's Pt. repeating belt pistols marking, pewter oil bottle, cleaning rod.
Condition: Fine. 90% blue; light wear; bright case-hardening on hammer; grips fine, minor marks. Case fine with light wear on exterior, and minor wear and stains on interior; accessories very good to fine.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Rare And Fine Boxed Plant Spur Trigger Metallic Cartridge Army Model Front-loading Revolver

Lot #393 (Sale Order 393 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 3608, .42 caliber, 6 shot, 5 7/16-inch octagonal barrel with maker and New Haven address on top rib; blued, with silver-plated brass frame; varnished rosewood grips; MERWIN & BRAY, NEW-YORK on left side of barrel. With pasteboard box, empty cartridge box, and extra cylinder.
Condition: Fine. 65% blue, wear, fading; 98% silver; 95% varnish, light marks and wear; extra cylinder to match. Box worn and with repairs.
Provenance: Karl Moldenhauer
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Fine Cased Webley & Scott Single Action Spur Trigger Revolver Copy Of S & W Model No. 1, 2nd-issue

Lot #394 (Sale Order 394 of 514)

Firearm.No serial number, .22 rimfire caliber, 3 1/4-inch octagonal barrel with British proofmarks, also present on 7-shot cylinder; blued, with silver-plated brass frame and buttcap; checkered walnut grips. Mahogany case with burl walnut lid inlaid with engraved shield-shaped brass escutcheon with engraved banner beneath; lined in blue felt; with accessories of pewter oil bottle, wood-handled brass cleaning rod and key.
Condition: Fine. 95% finish; light patina; tracking lines on cylinder; case fine with light nicks and wear on exterior.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

Unmarked Percussion Spring-bayonet Blunderbuss Pistol, With Brass Frame And Barrel

Lot #395 (Sale Order 395 of 514)

Firearm.7/8-inch at muzzle, brass frame and round and flared smoothbore barrel of 6-inch length; sides of frame engraved with stand of arms motif; light border engraved steel triggerguard, which moves backward to release spring bayonet; bag profile walnut grip; boxlock percussion action. Relief brass shield motif on topstrap behind hammer. Overall length with steel triangular bayonet extended, 14 1/4-inches. Wood ramrod with bone tip.
Condition: Very good to fine. Possibly conversion from flintlock. Mellow brass patina; gray patina, surface pitting to steel. Stock with light nicks, crack at upper tang.
Notes: Likely of Belgian manufacture.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Unidentified Belgian Double Barrel Single Action Pinfire Pistol With Folding Triggers And Dagger

Lot #396 (Sale Order 396 of 514)

Firearm.10mm, 4 1/2-inch octagonal side-by-side smoothbore barrels; double hammers; fluted walnut grips; cross-hatched engraving on sides of boxlock frame. Overall length with dagger extended, 12-inches.
Condition: Very good. Gray patina; stocks with 98% varnish.
Estimate: 400 - 600

Fine Unidentified Belgian Single Action And Single Shot Percussion Pistol

Lot #397 (Sale Order 397 of 514)

Firearm.6mm smoothbore, 4 3/4-inch octagonal barrel with open sights, engraved boxlock breech; pur triggerguard; gray-finished steel; brass cleaning/ramrod. Varnished select walnut grips with German silver cap compartment in butt; German silver shield thumbpiece escutcheon behind upper tang.
Condition: Fine. Gray patina; light pitting; minor storage marks on stock.
Estimate: 300 - 500

***rare Curiosa French Pin-fire Revolver Cane Gun With Spike Bayonet

Lot #398 (Sale Order 398 of 514)

Firearm.The six-shot pinfire revolver marked: Paris/Brevete. Folding trigger. Horn handle. Triangular bayonet on end. Concealed in black lacquered walking cane with german silver tip. Overall length 35-inches [see Firearms Curiosa by Riling, P. 154-157].
Condition: Excellent with light wear overall. Cane with minor chips and wear to finish. Horn handle with minor worm holes. Mechanism appears to work well.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

***unmarked Curiosa Antique Cane Gun

Lot #399 (Sale Order 399 of 514)

Firearm..22 caliber, Push-button trigger. Hard rubber-coated shaft and grip. Steel tip. Gun loads a single .22 cartridge by unscrewing barrel from handle and is fired by a push-button located at top of shaft in front of grip.
Condition: Excellent. Showing light wear overall. Mechanism works fine.
Notes: This lot is restricted from sale to residents of the State of California or requires buyers to have special Federal licenses to purchase. Lots will be transferred and delivered through our New Hampshire affiliated licensee. Prior to bidding, please consult our office should you require any additional information.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Lot Of Five Assorted Powder Flasks

Lot #400 (Sale Order 400 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Large oak leaf pattern flask with charger marked: United States Flask Co. [Riling #580]. 2) Dog and Bird pattern flask [Riling #884]. 3) Leather-covered medium size flask. Three-position charger [Riling #1090]. 4) Unmarked small plain pistol flask [Riling #110]. 5) Small rifle stock powder flask marked: Dixon & Sons [not found in Riling].
Condition: All are very good to excellent with scattered wear and patina.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Lot Of Five Assorted Powder Flasks

Lot #401 (Sale Order 401 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Large bag-shaped flask with charger marked: Am Flask & Cap Co. [Riling #202]. 2) George Washington pattern flask [Riling #543]. 3) Reproduction Dog & Bird pattern flask [Riling # 884]. 4) Two unmarked small plain pistol flasks [Riling #122 & 110].
Condition: All are very good to excellent showing light wear and patina.
Estimate: 450 - 650

A Fine And Rare Le Faucheux Pinfire Double Action 21-shot Revolver With Over-and-under Barrels, Insc

Lot #402 (Sale Order 402 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. LF 1298, .32 pinfire caliber, 21-shot double-tiered cylinder, with 11-shots on the outside and 10 shots on the inner ring of chambers; 4 7/8-inch barrel group with patentee name and ""Bte a Paris"" inscribed in script on top of barrel; folding spur trigger; blued, with case-hardened frame and hammer; varnished select walnut grips; lanyard ring at butt. Right side of upper barrel engraved in old English: ""J. Nicolas Hurtado.""
Condition: Fine. 25% blue on barrels, 75% on cylinder; balance turning brown; frame with brown patina, traces case-hardening on frame and 60% on hammer; grips fine with light marks and minor wear. Action needs work as it will not cock.
Estimate: 3500 - 5500

Rare Unopened American Box Of Lefaucheux Revolver Cartridges By C.D. Leet & Co.

Lot #403 (Sale Order 403 of 514)

Firearm.Rare unopened box marked: Twenty-Five Cartridges/For/Lefaucheaux Revolver./ Charge, 25 grs. Powder. /Manufactured by C.D. Leet & Co., Springfield, Mass.
Condition: Near mint with minor age wear present. Shrink-wrapped.
Estimate: 300 - 400

Fine Unwin & Rodgers Self-protector Combination Knife And Folding-trigger Pistol

Lot #404 (Sale Order 404 of 514)

Firearm..30 percussion caliber, 3 3/8-inch octagonal smoothbore barrel of German silver; British proofmarks on barrel with maker marked on each of the two knifeblades; horn side panels; single-edge knife blades the larger with etched leaf motifs and ""Self Protector""; German silver and steel frame. Tweezer insert on each grip at butt. Overall length with larger blade extended, 10-inches.
Condition: Fine. Patina and light pitting on steel parts. Minor worm holes on right grip panel; nicks on German silver.
Estimate: 4000 - 5000

Fine And Rare Cased Belgian Folding Trigger Pocket Double Action Revolver By Unknown Maker

Lot #405 (Sale Order 405 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 32, .22 rimfire caliber, 1 9/16-inch round barrel with flat top; 6 shots, engraved; nickel-plated; ivory grips. German silver trimmed gold velvet-covered case, lined in gold satin and velvet, compartmented for revolver and cartridges. Case measures 4 3/4- x 2 1.2- x 1 1/4-inches.
Condition: Fine. Case with light wear.
Estimate: 700 - 900

Fine Engraved Lefaucheux Double Action Pinfire Revolver With Ebony Grips

Lot #406 (Sale Order 406 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 49656, 8mm caliber, 6-inch round barrel, left side of frame with maker marking and Belgian proofmarks; blued, with gray case-hardened frame and hammer; finely scroll and border engraved six-shot non-fluted cylinder, frame and backstrap.
Condition: Fine. 60% blue, fading to brown on barrel; gray patina to frame and hammer; light patina, minor wear. Grips fine. Mechanism needs repair or adjustment.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

*fine Galand Double Action Self-extracting Pocket Revolver

Lot #407 (Sale Order 407 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 14461, 7.65mm caliber centerfire, 3-inch octagonal barrel, blued, with case-hardened non-fluted six-shot cylinder; lever, trigger and hammer bright steel; checkered and varnished walnut grips. Crown over C.F.G. proofmarking on left side of barrel breech; proofmark on right side of frame.
Condition: Fine to excellent. 95% blue and case-hardening; grips fine.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

Leather Case With Profile Of A Pocket Pistol

Lot #408 (Sale Order 408 of 514)

Firearm.Red leather with white stitching, separates at center. Accomodates single shot short pistol. Overall length, 7 1/4-inches, 1 3/8-inch thickness; height of 4 3/4-inches.
Condition: Veryu good to fine. Light wear.
Estimate: 200 - 300

Rare Boxed ""protector"" Palm Pistol By Minneapolis Firearms Co.

Lot #409 (Sale Order 409 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1070, .32 caliber, 1 3/4-inch part round/part octagonal barrel. Nickel-plated finish. Smooth, hard rubber side plates. Center escutcheon marked: The Protector/Minn. Firearms Co. Reverse marked: Patented March 6, 1888. Checkered edge panels. Manufactured without the usual checkered hard rubber pad on plunger. Contained in original green factory box, having an illustrated label depicting a hand holding the pistol.
Condition: Near mint. Retaining approximately 99-100% finish with slight wear present. Box with age discoloration and splits to seams.
Notes: Manufactured in the 1890s
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Fine Minneapolis Firearms Co. Protector Palm Pistol

Lot #410 (Sale Order 410 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 2734, .32 centerfire caliber, nickel-plated finish, checkered hard rubber sideplates.
Condition: Fine. 99% nickel; very tiny nicks and dulling finish; mechanism needs adjustment or repair. Likely never fired.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

Fine Boxed Chicago Firearms Co. Protector Palm Pistol

Lot #411 (Sale Order 411 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1378, .32 rimfire caliber, nickel-plated finish, checkered hard rubber sideplates and squeezer mount. Pasteboard box with label on lid, and inside of lid.
Condition: Fine. Appears unfired; bright nickel with minor storage marks. Box fine with wear.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Fine Boxed Chicago Firearms Co. Protector Palm Pistol

Lot #412 (Sale Order 412 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 4876, .32 rimfire caliber, blued finish, checkered hard rubber sideplates and squeezer mount. Mechanism needs adjustment or repair. Pasteboard box with label on lid, inside of lid, in bottom, and with illustrated parts list.
Condition: Fine. 90% blue; light wear; box and price list faded and worn, latter with tear; some separations to box and minor repair.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

*german Bar Pistol

Lot #413 (Sale Order 413 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 6480, .22 caliber, 2 1/8-inch superposed barrels. Blued finish. Rotating 4-shot slab cylinder with proper address and German proof marks. Folding trigger, Black hard rubber grips. Ejector rod in butt.
Condition: Near mint. Retaining approximately 95-99% finish with one spot of flaking finish near muzzle and a few fine scratches present. Probably the finest example of this model in existence.
Notes: Manufactured in the 1920s.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

*fine German-made Reform 4-barrel Pistol, Marked Brevete D.r.p.

Lot #414 (Sale Order 414 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1118, 6mm caliber, four-shot with superposed barrels; 3-inch barrel cluster; blued finish; checkered composition grips with trademark embossed panels on each side. Butt of frame stamped MADE IN/GERMANY.
Condition: Fine. 95% blue; light wear.
Notes: Manufactured early 1900s.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

*fine Brevete Squeezer Pistol By Unknown Maker

Lot #415 (Sale Order 415 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 066, 7.65 mm caliber, 2 3/8-inch round barrel, multi-shot magazine; hammerless; nickel-plated and blued; nickel plated squeezer ring trigger; 5 1/16-inch overall length; marked on left side of octagonal barrel breech with serial number.
Condition: Fine. 95% nickel; 85% blue; light patina, fading finish.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

*gaulois Squeeze Pocket Repeating Pistol, Type 2

Lot #416 (Sale Order 416 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 13534, 8mm caliber, 2 1/4-inch round barrel; blued finish; standard maker and model markings; hard rubber buttplate to squeezer, which is case-hardened steel; blued finish on frame and barrel; frame engraved in fine and minute scrolls.
Condition: Fine. 95% finish; light patina.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

*rare C.S. Shattuck Arms Co. Unique Palm Pistol

Lot #417 (Sale Order 417 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 199, .22 caliber, 4-shot , 1 1/2-inch barrel cluster. All steel construction. Rare blue finish. Compression bar trigger. Removable bar extractor. Manufactured in the early 1900s.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Retaining approximately 85-90% finish with slight wear overall. Mechanically excellent with crisp action.
Notes: This ultra-rare ""curiosa"" pistol are seldom encountered in the blue finish. This is an exceptional example of this model with intact extractor.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Fine And Scarce Reid Pocket Model Two Revolver, Without Ejector

Lot #418 (Sale Order 418 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 763, .32 rimfire caliber, 7 shot cylinder, 5-inch octagonal barrel; varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Fine. 85% blue on barrel and cylinder; traces on balance. Grips 95% varnish, wear.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Rare Reid's Model 3a Combination Pocket Revolver

Lot #419 (Sale Order 419 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 2147, .32 rimfire, 6-shot cylinder adaptable for percussion or cartridge, 3 1/2-inch octagonal barrel; top with maker, N.Y. CITY and patent marking; appears to have been made with bright finish to steel; varnished rosewood grips. Variation made without loading lever and with different cylinder pin head.
Condition: Very good to fine. Gray patina to steel, with light pitting; nipples intact on cylinder. Grips fine, 95% varnish, light marks.
Estimate: 1500 - 2000

Fine Reid's ""my Friend"" Knuckle Duster Pocket Revolver

Lot #420 (Sale Order 420 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 12880, .32 rimfire caliber, 5-shot cylinder, left side of topstrap with trade name and patent marking; nickel-plated brass frame, engraved, including on topstrap.
Condition: Fine. 95% nickel finish, fading; light wear. Gray patina to hammer.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Fine And Rare Reid's Model Two ""my Friend"" Knuckle Duster Pocket Revolver

Lot #421 (Sale Order 421 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 13373, .32 rimfire caliber, 5 shot cylinder, 1 3/4-inch round barrel; left side of topstrap with trade name and patent marking; cylinder and top of barrel also marked MY FRIEND; nickel-plated brass frame, engraved, including on flat topstrap.
Condition: Fine. 95% nickel; fading; hammer with traces of case-hardening and gray patina.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

Rare New Model Reid's Shell Extractor Pocket Revolver

Lot #422 (Sale Order 422 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 18077, .32 rimfire caliber, 5 shot cylinder, 2 1/2-inch round barrel with maker and New Model .32 on top of barrel; model name on right side of steel frame; nickel-plated. Varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Fine. 60% nickel, wear, gray patina to balance; light pitting; tracking lines on cylinder. Grips fine with light wear, minor nicks.
Provenance: Karl Moldenauer
Estimate: 1000 - 1200

Rare New Model Reid's Shell Extractor Pocket Revolver

Lot #423 (Sale Order 423 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 18097, .32 rimfire caliber, 5-shot cylinder, 2 1/2-inch round barrel with maker and New Model .32 on top of barrel; model name on right side of steel frame; nickel-plated; varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Very good to fine. 60% plating; balance brown patina, with scattered patches of frosting and surface pitting. Grips fine. Appears replacement cylinder pin; tracking lines on cylinder.
Estimate: 500 - 900

Frank Wesson ""watchfob"" Superposed Derringer

Lot #424 (Sale Order 424 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1956, .22 rimfire, 2-inch barrel cluster; blued, with varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Fine. Mellow patina to brass frame; blue fading, 75%, light marks.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Fine And Scarce Frank Wesson Medium Frame Superposed Derringer

Lot #425 (Sale Order 425 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 72, .32 rimfire caliber, 2 1/2-inch barrel cluster; maker, address and patent date markings in single line on left side of each barrel; nickel-plated, including on brass frame; varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Fine. 98% finish; fading. Grips fine, with light wear, tiny chip from right panel.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

Scarce Frank Wesson Small Frame Single Shot Pistol

Lot #426 (Sale Order 426 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 92, .22 rimfire caliber, 3 7/8-inch octagonal barrel without marking; blued, with brass frame; varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Very good. Gray patina to steel; light pitting. Grips with light chipping, wear, 95% varnish.
Estimate: 500 - 700

Frank Wesson Medium Frame Single Shot Pistol

Lot #427 (Sale Order 427 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 162, .32 rimfire caliber, 3 9/16-inch part round part octagonal barrel with maker and 1859 patent marking on top; blued, with silver-plated brass frame; varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Very good to fine. 30% blue, balance gray and and brown, with patina; traces silver on frame; 95% varnish, light wear.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Fine And Scarce Frank Wesson Medium Frame Single Shot Pistol

Lot #428 (Sale Order 428 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 215, .32 rimfire caliber, 3 9/16-inch part round, part octagonal barrel with maker and 1859 patent marking; blued, with plain brass frame; varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Very good. Traces blue, patina; mellow brass frame; grips with light wear, 85% varnish.
Notes: Several rare features in comparison with other Frank Wesson Medium Frame single-shot pistols.
Estimate: 500 - 700

Fine Frank Wesson Medium Frame Single Shot Pistol

Lot #429 (Sale Order 429 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 433, .32 rimfire caliber, 3 9/16-inch part round part octagonal barrel with maker and 1859 patent marking on top; blued, with silver-plated steel frame; varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Fine. 95% blue, 98% silver; light patina; grips fine with light wear, 98% varnish and tiny chip from toe of left panel.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Scarce And Fine Frank Wesson Small Frame Single Shot Pistol

Lot #430 (Sale Order 430 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 506, .22 rimfire caliber, 4-inch part round, part octagonal barrel with maker, address and patent marking; silver-plated, including brass frame; varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Fine. 95% finish; light patina, tarnish; grips 99% varnish.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Fine And Rare Dickinson Single Shot Pocket Pistol

Lot #431 (Sale Order 431 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 130, .32 rimfire, 3 7/8-inch octagonal barrel; silver-plated brass frame; varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Fine. 75% blue; 80% silver; wear. Nicks and light chipping on grips with 90% varnish.
Estimate: 900 - 1200

Rare And Fine Boxed Wesson & Harrington Model Two Spur Trigger Revolver

Lot #432 (Sale Order 432 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. not visible, .32 rimfire caliber, 5-shot, 2 3/4-inch octagonal barrel; nickel-plated, with case-hardened hammer and trigger; varnished rosewood grips. Box with illustrated label on lid and instructions inside lid; label also on end of bottom; with steel cleaning rod.
Condition: Fine. 98% nickel and case-hardening; light wear to former; grips with 85% varnish, light wear. Box worn, fading and with light taped repairs, some separations, and missing one end of lid.
Estimate: 1000 - 1500

Fine Wesson & Harrington Model No. Two Pocket Revolver

Lot #433 (Sale Order 433 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 7664, .22 rimfire, 2 11/16-inch octagonal barrel with maker, address and patent markings; nickel-plated steel frame, with case-hardened hammer and trigger; varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Fine. 98% nickel; light patina and pitting, primarily on cylinder; light tracking lines; traces case-hardening.
Estimate: 700 - 900

Fine And Scarce Blued Wesson & Harrington No. 3 Spur Trigger First Type Revolver

Lot #434 (Sale Order 434 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1446, .32 rimfire caliber, 5-shot, 2 3/4-inch octagonal barrel with maker, address and patent dates on left angle flat; varnished rosewood grips. Blued, with case-hardened hammer and trigger.
Condition: Fine. 95% blue on barrel and cylinder; tracking lines on latter; flaking from frame, brown patina; spots pitting. Grips with light marks; 98% varnish.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Fine Wesson & Harrington Double Action Revolver, Model 1880

Lot #435 (Sale Order 435 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 4512, .32 centerfire caliber, 6 shot, 3-inch round barrel with maker, address and patent dates on left side; scroll design hard rubber grips. Nickel-plated, with case-hardened hammer and trigger.
Condition: Fine to excellent. 99% nickel, fading; minor spots patina; minor tracking lines on cylinder. Grips excellent.
Estimate: 500 - 700

Excellent And Scarce Wesson & Harrington No. 3 Spur Trigger Revolver

Lot #436 (Sale Order 436 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 5216, .32 rimfire caliber, 5-shot, 2 3/4-inch octagonal barrel with maker, address and patent dates on left angle flat; varnished rosewood grips. Nickel-plated, with case-hardened hammer and trigger.
Condition: Excellent. 99% nickel; 60% case-hardening, fading; grips with 100% varnish, minor storage marks.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Fine And Rare Nickel-plated Allen & Wheelock Sidehammer Third Model Cartridge Revolver

Lot #437 (Sale Order 437 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 170, .32 rimfire, 6-shot, 3 7/8-inch octagonal barrel, nickel-plated; oil-finished walnut grips. Maker, address and patent markings on left side of barrel.
Condition: Fine. 98% nickel; minor pitting and marks. Light tracking lines on cylinder.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Rare Allen & Wheelock 32 Center Hammer Single Shot Pistol

Lot #438 (Sale Order 438 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 184, .32 caliber, 4-inch, part round/part octagonal barrel, left side marked: S. Allen & Company, Worcester, Mass./Allen's Pat. Mch. 7, 1865. Side-pivot breech with automatic ejector. Spur trigger. Varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine to excellent for this rare model. Dark grey-brown age patina with traces of blue finish remaining in protected areas. Scattered light pitting on frame. Grips excellent.
Notes: This is an ultra rare Allen pistol made without an overlap OR lip from frame over barrel. See Flayderman 8A-183.
Estimate: 400 - 600

Scarce Allen & Wheelock Sidehammer Pocket Revolver

Lot #439 (Sale Order 439 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 474, .22 rimfire, 7-shot, 3-inch octagonal barrel; engraved cylinder with five panel scene, including Indian and firearms motifs; varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Very good. Gray patina, light pitting and patina; wear to grips with 60% varnish.
Estimate: 300 - 400

Fine Hopkins & Allen Pocket Model Single Action Percussion Pocket Revolver

Lot #440 (Sale Order 440 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 175, .31 caliber, 5-shot semi-fluted cylinder; CAST-STEEL on top of round 4 3/16-inch barrel; blued finish, with case-hardened hammer and loading lever; varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 75% blue, turned brown on backstrap and fading to brown on barrel. Case-hardening 50%, fading; light tracking lines on cylinder. Grips fine.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

*fine Hopkins & Allen Range Model Double Action Revolver

Lot #441 (Sale Order 441 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 980, .22 rimfire caliber, 7-shot, 4 1/2-inch octagonal barrel; model, maker and Norwich Conn. markings on topstrap; nickel-plated, with case-hardened hammer and trigger; varnished walnut extended target grips.
Condition: Fine. 97% finish. Light patina and fading nickel.
Estimate: 400 - 600

Scarce And Fine Boxed And Engraved Hopkins & Allen Ranger No. 2 Single Action Pocket Revolver, With

Lot #442 (Sale Order 442 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 5489, .32 rimfire, 5 shot, 2 13/16-inch round barrel, with maker, patent dates and RANGER No. 2 on topstrap; engraved and punched dot decoration, with some blackening in engraved leaf motifs; nickel-plated, with rare agate grips. Pasteboard box made with label on top and at one end of lid.
Condition: Excellent. Box worn and with some separations.
Notes: Agate grips seldom encountered. Engraving similar to that on Merwin Hulbert & Co. revolvers.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Fine Hopkins & Allen Xl 2 1/2 Pocket Revolver

Lot #443 (Sale Order 443 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. D146, .32 rimfire, 2 1/2-inch octagonal barrel; model, maker, address and patent markings on topstrap; nickel-plated, with varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Fine. 97% nickel, fading; spots pitting; tracking lines on cylinder. Grips with minor storage marks.
Estimate: 400 - 600

Hopkins & Allen ""xpert"" Single Shot Derringer

Lot #444 (Sale Order 444 of 514)

Firearm.Unserialized. .22 rimfire caliber, 2-inch blued round barrel. Nickel-plated frame. Factory push rod ejector and swing-away breech safety. Case-hardened hammer. Spur trigger. Rosewood bird's head grips.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Retaining approximately 95-99% finish with slight wear to relief edges. Grips excellent. Action excellent.
Notes: Manufactured in the 1870s. For commentary on this rare model see Flayderman 8A-197.
Estimate: 2000 - 4000

Fine Hopkins & Allen Xl Derringer

Lot #445 (Sale Order 445 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1242, .41 rimfire, 2 1/2-inch octagonal barrel marked with tradename on top and patent date on left angle flat; blued, with nickel-plated steel frame; varnished rosewood grips.
Condition: Fine. 95% blue, fading and with spots light pitting; 97% nickel, spots pitting; grips 85% varnish; chip to toe of left grip, light wear.
Estimate: 1500 - 2500

*excellent Boxed Double Action Safety Pocket Revolver By Hopkins & Allen

Lot #446 (Sale Order 446 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. E 1948, .32 centerfire, 3-inch round tipup barrel, 5-shot cylinder, nickel-plated, with case-hardened hammer and trigger; blued triggerguard; pressed checkered walnut grips. Reddish pasteboard box with labels at one end.
Condition: Excellent to mint. Box with light wear.
Estimate: 800 - 1200

*engraved ""victoria"" Single Action Pocket Revolver By Hopkins & Allen

Lot #447 (Sale Order 447 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 561, .22 rimfire, 3 3/8-inch octagonal barrel, 7-shot cylinder, engraved frame, cylinder and barrel; gold-and nickel-plating, with checkered hard rubber grips.
Condition: Fine. 98% nickel; 60% gold on cylinder and cylinder pin. Grips fine.
Estimate: 800 - 1500

*fine Hopkins & Allen Xl No. 5 Double Action Pocket Model Revolver With Ejector Rod System

Lot #448 (Sale Order 448 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 4009, .38 rimfire caliber, 3 1/2-inch octagonal barrel; maker, model, caliber and patent markings on topstrap; nickel-plated, with case-hardened hammer, trigger and triggerguard; checkered hard rubber grips.
Condition: Fine. 98% nickel with fading, light patina; 60% case-hardening. Mechanism needs work.
Estimate: 600 - 800

*fine Hopkins & Allen Single Action Police Model Revolver With Swingout Ejector Rod System

Lot #449 (Sale Order 449 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 178, .38 rimfire, 4 1/2-inch round barrel with maker and patent markings on top; XL POLICE and 38-100 CAL on topstrap; nickel-plated, with case-hardened hammer; varnished walnut grips with slightly rounded butt.
Condition: Fine. 98% nickel; turning dull and light patina; tracking lines on cylinder. Grips with light wear, dent on bottom of left panel.
Estimate: 1800 - 2500

*fine Hopkins & Allen Xl No. 8 Single Action Revolver With Swingout Ejector Rod And Cylinder Pin Sys

Lot #450 (Sale Order 450 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 173, .44 rimfire caliber, 6 3/4-inch round barrel; maker, model, and patent markings on topstrap. Nickel-plated, with case-hardened hammer and triggerguard, with blued trigger; checkered hard rubber grips; lanyard ring on butt.
Condition: Fine. 95% nickel; wear on inside gripstrap; plating fading. Light tracking lines on cylinder. Grips fine.
Estimate: 8000 - 10000

*fine Hopkins & Allen Range Top-break Double Action Revolver

Lot #451 (Sale Order 451 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 69650, .32 centerfire, 6-shot cylinder, 3 1/4-inch barrel; nickel-plated with case-hardened hammer and trigger; markings on toprib; checkered hard rubber grips.
Condition: Fine. 97% nickel, with minor fading and storage marks. Mechanism needs adjustment.
Estimate: 400 - 600

Rare Gold-plated Forehand And Wadsworth Vest Pocket Pistol

Lot #452 (Sale Order 452 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 2445, .22 caliber, 2-inch laterally-pivoting barrel. Gold-plated finish. Spur trigger. Pearl bird's head grips. Lanyard ring.
Condition: Excellent. Retaining approximately 85-90% finish with scattered light wear and age patina present. Grips excellent.
Notes: Manufactured in the 1870s [see Flayderman 8A-055].
Estimate: 2000 - 3000

Fine Forehand & Wadsworth Sidehammer Pocket Revolver

Lot #453 (Sale Order 453 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 35941, .22 rimfire, 2 7/16-inch octagonal barrel with maker, address and patent marking on left side; blued, with case-hardened hammer; varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 98% blue on barrel and cylinder; flaking from frame with 50% remaining; 98% varnish on grips. Tracking lines on cylinder.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Engraved Forehand & Wadsworth Sidehammer Pocket Revolver, With Ivory Grips

Lot #454 (Sale Order 454 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 23285, .22 rimfire, 7-shot, 2 3/8-inch octagonal barrel, maker, address and patent markings on left side; nickel-plated with blued trigger; ivory grips. Engraved barrel, cylinder and frame.
Condition: Fine. 98% nickel, dull patina; tracking lines on cylinder. Mellow patina to grips.
Estimate: 400 - 600

Fine Hartley & Graham-cased And Nimschke-engraved Forehand & Wadsworth No. 41 Revolver, Likely Displ

Lot #455 (Sale Order 455 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 359, .41 rimfire caliber, 5-shot fluted cylinder, 2 7/16-inch barrel, likely profusely engraved by L.D. Nimschke himself, coverage including on the hammer with a wolfhead motif; winged childlike figure on left side of frame holding banner inscribed: ""1776 * 1876""; topstrap with maker name and Worcester address, trade name: ""DOUBLE ACTION No. 41""; nickel-plated, with gold-plated cylinder, hammer and triggerguard; mother-of-pearl grips. Leather-covered wood case with blind and gold-tooled embossed exterior, and with burgundy silk banner in lid gold-embossed ""HARTLEY & GRAHAM/NEW YORK""; rosewood cartridge block with full complement of obsolete cartridges; lining of blue satin.
Condition: Fine. 95% nickel, dull patina; 15% gold-plating; grips fading with with 50% brown patina likely due to oil stains; case very good with wear, frayed interior.
Notes: Rare example of revolver with centennial inscription; quality of engraving excellent. Designed to honor the U.S. Centennial. Note rarity of Hartley & Graham /New York banner in case lid, confirming the association of this style case with that firm.
Estimate: 2500 - 4000

Fine And Scarce Cased And Engraved E.M. Reilly & Co. Of London Double Action Breechloading Revolver

Lot #456 (Sale Order 456 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 6294, .45 caliber centerfire, 6-shots, 4 1/2-in round barrel with flat top; scroll and border engraved; topstrap inscribed with E.M. Reilly & Co. name, and 315 Oxford St., London address; British proofmarks; W&S of Webley & Scott on left side of frame forward of cylinder; nickel-plated, with ivory grips; lanyard ring on plated and engraved steel buttcap. Varnished mahogany case with red felt lining; small Reilly Gun Maker address label inside lid; accessories of glass oil bottle with tin top, cleaning rod, screwdriver, lead projectile and two empty lacquered Reilly tins.
Condition: Fine. 98% nickel, fading and with minor patina, spot pitting on barrel and on cylinder; ivory grips with mellow patina. Case fine with light wear, primarily on exterior; accessories fine.
Estimate: 2500 - 3500

*excellent Boxed Thames Double Action Break-open Pocket Revolver

Lot #457 (Sale Order 457 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 2682, .32 S & W caliber, 3-inch round barrel with maker, Norwich address and patent markings on toprib; nickel-plated, with case-hardened hammer and trigger and blued triggerguard; checkered hard rubber grips. Burgundy pasteboard box with detailed interior label of directions and maker information.
Condition: Excellent. Box frayed, some separations; wear. Paper label at one end of bottom.
Estimate: 700 - 900

Rare Eley Bros. Pasteboard Box Of Cartridges, ""made . . . For Derringer And Other Pistols""

Lot #458 (Sale Order 458 of 514)

Firearm..41 rimfire, containing 49 of the original 50; copper with E headstamp; illustrated lid, includes reference to manufacture in London. Plastic wrapper.
Condition: Very good. Box faded, with wear.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Fine Colt Texas Paterson Or Holster Model Revolver Of New England Sea Captain Seth Lewis Loring, Wit

Lot #459 (Sale Order 459 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 772, .36 caliber percussion, 7 1/2-inch octagonal barrel marked with standard finials ""Patent Arms M'g Co. Paterson, N.J. - Colt's Pt.""; stagecoach holdup cylinder roll scene; rounded shoulders to cylinder; blue and case-hardened finish; varnished walnut grips. Serial number markings include the 772 on back of barrel lug and on bottom of wedge, as well as on back of cylinder, and on cylinder turning collar (latter visible when cylinder removed); in small sized digits, 772 also appears on the buttstrap. Revolver not disassembled further, but additional numbers will be revealed inside. Sold together with correspondence file concerning the unique history of this rare ""Gold Rush"" revolver. Also an exhibitor's certificate for the display of this firearm in the TGCA ""Parade of 'Texas' Patersons"", November 18-20th, 1994.
Condition: Very good. 35% blue, primarily on barrel, traces on frame, frameplate and cylinder; scratch on left side of barrel lug, and minor nicks on right side; light wear with marks and light pitting; cylinder with sharp roll scene; balance patina of brown and gray steel; grips worn, light marks, and with chip missing from right panel and smaller chip from left panel, both at juncture with front of bottom of frame. Fine bore with deep rifling. Unusual feature of tiny hole drilled through wedge, at a position where a spring might have been intended to be attached, to avoid losing this small part.
Notes: See R.L. Wilson and Dennis LeVett, The Paterson Colt Book, chapter V, detailing the Holster Model revolvers. Note serial no. 795 on page 152, a variation of matching details to 772, including the 7 1/2-inch barrel. According to John S. duMont, this revolver originally belonged to Seth Lewis Loring, a sea captain from Massachusetts, who made California Gold Rush in 1849, returning home with revolver in 1851.
Provenance: Seth Lewis LoringJohn P. Loring (Son of
Estimate: 100000 - 1500

Rare Original Paterson Bullet Mold For The Paterson Model 1839 Carbine

Lot #460 (Sale Order 460 of 514)

Firearm.The .525 caliber single ball steel bullet mold is the largest of the three sizes of Paterson molds. The two blocks and the sprue cutter are hinged with a domed pin, and peened on the underside with a distinctive four-point pattern [faintly visible]. The locking or locating pin. Three wooden handles with brass ferrules [see The Book of Colt Firearms, page 40 by Sutherland & Wilson].
Condition: Good. Showing scattered wear and pitting with minor cracks present in handles. One handle with repair.
Estimate: 3500 - 5500

Rare Colt First Pattern Paterson Capper

Lot #461 (Sale Order 461 of 514)

Firearm.The standard pattern capper of brass construction with embossed image of colt, revolving rifle and crossed revolvers on front lid. Raised legend reading: Colt's Patent/Patent Arms Mang. Co. Paterson, N.J. Lanyard ring [see Rapley p. 64-65].
Condition: Excellent with light age patina. One dark spot of discoloration on lid.
Estimate: 4500 - 6500

Rare Colt Paterson No. 2 ""ring Lever"" Revolving Rifle

Lot #462 (Sale Order 462 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 201, .44 caliber, 32-inch heavy octagonal barrel with dovetailed German silver blade type front sight and original factory rear elevation rear sight. Standard barrel address reading left to right from breech to muzzle. Loading lever on right side of barrel lug. 8-shot cylinder. Ring lever. Hammerless action. Serial numbers found on cylinder, cylinder ring, barrel and wedge. Standard varnished walnut stock with crescent butt.
Condition: Good to very good for this model. Metal showing mottled grey patina overall with scattered light pitting present. Slight traces of cylinder scene remaining. Rear wedge missing. Several screws marred. Wood with light wear and minor chip repair to toe. Buttplate slightly bent at toe.
Notes: Manufactured in the late 1830s. Similar model depicted on page 304 of Colt Firearms by James E. Serven
Estimate: 30000 - 40000

Rare Colt Paterson No. 2 Ring Lever Rifle Powder Flask-bullet Charger

Lot #463 (Sale Order 463 of 514)

Firearm.The standard pattern .44 caliber, 8-round charger of brass and copper construction, having four suspension ring mounts. Upper section marked: 6. Central brass band with roll-engraved inscription in script reading: Patent Arms M'g Co. Paterson, N.J.-Colt's Pt. Size: 6 1/8-inches X 2 1/4-inches. [see Book of Colt Firearms by Sutherland & Wilson, p. 41-43, and Colt Percussion Accoutrements 1834-1873 by Rapley p. 30-31]
Condition: Excellent for this model. Showing light wear and patina overall. Two tiny screws missing from upper band. Interior wood inserts with cracks. Tiny dent to lower ring.
Estimate: 15000 - 20000

Rare Colt Walker U.S. Military Issue Revolver, Serial Number D Company No. 81

Lot #464 (Sale Order 464 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. D Company No. 81 with all matching numbers, and in standard configuration on barrel lug, cylinder, frame, triggerguard strap and buttstrap; .44 caliber percussion cylinder; 9-inch part round, part octagonal barrel marked - ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW-YORK CITY - reading from breech in direction of muzzle; US/1847 on right side of barrel lug; Texas Rangers and Comanche Indian fight cylinder roll scene; built with blued finish, and case-hardened hammer, loading lever and frame; cylinder finished in-the-white; plain brass triggerguard strap; oil-finished walnut grips. 81 visible at front of frame, between two pins engaging apertures in rear of barrel lug. 81 stamped on front of grip within cutout for triggerguard strap (visible only when grips removed from revolver). 81 on left side of triggerguard strap (visible only when grips removed). Sold together with a correspondence file and certificate for the entrance of this Walker in theTexas Gun Collector's Association ""Parade of Walkers"" exhibit held in the Spring of 2003.
Condition: Good to very good. Gray patina, pitting, some of the latter more pronounced than on other surfaces; cylinder with traces roll scene and D and 81 visible; D and 81 visible on buttstrap; most of marking visible on left side of barrel lug and more clearly visible on left side of frame; the single safety pin missing from breech of cylinder, but aperture remains; brass triggerguard strap with mellow patina, mar through serial number stamping, but still clearly visible; grips with smooth wear, minor dents, and with chips missing from butt at front of both panels. Aftermarket rear sight dovetailed at top of barrel breech; spring for securing loading lever likely old replacement. Very good bore.
Notes: The W.F.S. Quick Walker List notes D Company 81 as of c. 1953 in the Texas A & M Museum Collection, College Station, Texas. Listed in R.L. Wilson detailed article on t
Estimate: 125000 - 175000

Fine And Scarce U.S. Ames Rifleman's Knife And Scabbard, Dated 1849

Lot #464A (Sale Order 465 of 514)

Firearm.11 3/46-inch blade and 6-inch walnut handle and brass crossguard; the bright steel blade marked at ricasso with Ames name and Cabotville address and 1849 date on one side, and ""US/WD"" on the other; crossguard marked W.D. and J.W.R. Unmarked brass-mounted black leather scabbard.
Condition: Fine. Blade with spots pitting; brass with mellow patina; crack through left grip panel near crossguard; minor storage marks.
Notes: The Ames Rifleman's Knife was made in a quantity of 1,000, and was for issue to the U.S. Mounted Riflemen - organized 1846, at Fort McHenry, Baltimore - which served with distinction in the Mexican War, and to whom were issued 1,000 Walker Colt revolvers.
Estimate: 2000 - 3500

Lot Of Two Assorted Powder Flasks

Lot #465 (Sale Order 466 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Unmarked Colt Paterson-style horn powder flask, similar to the Paterson shotgun flask but lacking the PATENT markings found on the original Paterson flask. 4-position charger and four suspension rings [see Riling #1164]. 2) Medium size Colt-style eagle flask with three-position charger marked: PATENT. Two suspension rings [see Riling #794].
Condition: 1) Excellent with light age patina. 2) Good. Minor dents and age patina present. One ring missing. Seam separations.
Estimate: 300 - 350

Civilian Colt First Model Dragoon Revolver With U.S. Stamping On Frame

Lot #466 (Sale Order 467 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1728, .44 caliber percussion cylinder; 7 1/2-inch part round, part octagonal barrel marked - ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW-YORK CITY - reading from breech in direction of muzzle; COLTS/PATENT/U.S. in tiny letters stamped on left side of frame; Texas Rangers and Comanche Indian fight cylinder roll scene with MODEL USMR marking in upper cartouche above serial number; V-mainspring; blued with case-hardened hammer, loading lever and frame; plain brass gripstraps and squareback triggerguard; varnished walnut grips. Single safety pin on cylinder breech. DDH in script crudely marked on buttstrap.
Condition: Very good. Gray patina, pitting; cylinder with 65% roll scene; single safety pin worn but visible; gripstraps with mellow patina; grips with wear, nicks and mars and traces varnish, old careful cleaning. Pitted bore. Number 129 on bottom of loading lever; 728 on bottom of wedge.
Estimate: 18000 - 25000

Scarce U.S. Colt Dragoon Revolver Holster

Lot #467 (Sale Order 468 of 514)

Firearm.Of black leather, the standard issue flap holster, with integral belt loop, the back marked: E. Gaylord/Chicopee, Mass. Brass stud and strap closure. A desirable and scarce Colt accessory.
Condition: Very good to excellent for this item. Minor checking to leather. Minor hole at back end of flap, hardly noticeable. Closure flap weak but present.
Estimate: 900 - 1500

Fine U.S. Martially Marked Colt Second Model New Hampshire Militia Dragoon Revolver

Lot #468 (Sale Order 469 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 11130, .44 caliber percussion cylinder; 7 1/2-inch part round, part octagonal barrel marked ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW-YORK CITY within brackets; COLTS/PATENT/U.S. in tiny letters stamped on left side of frame; Texas Rangers and Comanche Indian fight cylinder roll scene; straight mainspring; blued with case-hardened hammer, loading lever and frame; plain brass gripstraps and squareback triggerguard; oil-finished walnut grips. U.S. Ordnance inspector stamping JCB within cartouche on left grip panel; right panel with WAT inspector stamping in cartouche. Individual inspector letter stampings on various parts of B and C. Matching number 130 on bottom of wedge and on bottom of front of cylinder pin; matching number 1130 on top of loading lever lug. NEW HAMPSHIRE stamped on left side of barrel lug.
Condition: Fine. Brown patina to steel parts; minor pitting; cylinder with sharp roll scene; traces case-hardening; cylinder safety pins mashed; gripstraps with mellow patina; grips with minor wear and nicks. Light pitting in bore.
Estimate: 15000 - 20000

Scarce U.S. Martially Marked Colt Third Model Dragoon Revolver, Cut For Third Type Shoulder Stock An

Lot #469 (Sale Order 470 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 16958, .44 caliber percussion cylinder; 7 1/2-inch part round, part octagonal barrel marked ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW YORK CITY with part of marking covered by dovetailed folding leaf rear sight; German silver halfmoon profile front sight blade; COLTS/PATENT/U.S. in tiny letters stamped on left side of frame; Texas Rangers and Comanche Indian fight cylinder roll scene; blued with case-hardened hammer, loading lever and frame; plain brass triggerguard strap; blued steel backstrap; frame cut for stock on recoil shield, and with four-screws; oil-finished walnut grips. U.S. Ordnance inspector stamping GGS within cartouche on left grip panel; right panel with WAT inspector stamping in cartouche. Individual inspector letter stampings on some parts of C and M. Matching number 6958 on bottom of wedge and on top of loading lever lug.
Condition: Very good to fine. Scattered blue and case-hardening; largely overall gray patina, with blood-induced pitting and patina; cylinder with sharp roll scene, partly covered with spotted blood-induced pitting and patina; cylinder safety pins excellent; triggerguard strap with mellow patina; grips very good with nicks and wear; some mars on butt. Very good bore.
Notes: R.L. Wilson, The Book of Colt Firearms, describes the shoulder stocked Dragoons on pages 73-77 and again on pages 91-96. Note: Rare example of a revolver which, without the patina from blood, would be one of the finest known examples of the Third Model Dragoon cut for shoulder stock attachment. Mechanism, safety pins, cylinder scene and other details show virtually no use.
Estimate: 15000 - 20000

Fine Colt Third Model Dragoon Revolver, With Rare 8-inch Barrel

Lot #470 (Sale Order 471 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 18552, .44 caliber percussion cylinder; 8-inch part round, part octagonal barrel marked ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW-YORK CITY; COLTS/PATENT in tiny letters stamped on left side of frame; Texas Rangers and Comanche Indian fight cylinder roll scene with U.S. DRAGOONS within upper cartouche above serial number; blued with case-hardened hammer, loading lever and frame; silver-plated brass gripstraps; varnished walnut grips. Matching number 8552 on bottom of wedge and on top of loading lever lug.
Condition: Fine. 40% blue, balance brown and gray, spots of pitting and scattered nicks; cylinder with sharp roll scene, brown patina, light pitting; 35% case-hardening; four of cylinder safety pins excellent, remaining two mashed; gripstraps with 95% silver-plating on triggerguardstrap, and 60% on backstrap; grips 75% varnish and with mars and wear. Fine bore.
Notes: R.L. Wilson, The Book of Colt Firearms, describes the 8-inch barrel Dragoons on page 95B, and illustrates no. 18767.
Estimate: 25000 - 30000

Cased Colt Model 1848 Baby Dragoon Pocket Revolver, With Accessories

Lot #471 (Sale Order 472 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 3993, .31 caliber percussion, 5-shot cylinder with Dragoon and Indians roll scene, 4-inch barrel with two-line Address Saml Colt/New-York City marking within brackets; COLTS/PATENT on left side of frame. Blued, with case-hardened hammer and frame; silver-plated brass gripstraps; varnished walnut grips. 998 on bottom of wedge, with another 3-digit number stamped out. Mahogany case lined in burgundy velvet, with eagle powder flask, blued steel COLTS/PATENT bullet mold, packet Hazard's combustible envelope cartridges, and container of Eley Bros. caps.
Condition: Excellent. Gray patina, light pitting; cylinder scene 75%; 95% silver on gripstrap, 95% on buttstrap, 10% on backstrap; grips with 50% varnish, light wear. Case fine with crack on lid; nicks and marks, some to interior. Fading and light wear, likely old relining; accessories very good.
Notes: Several early features of Baby Dragoon, including thin triggerguard shoulders, cupped tip of cylinder pin for use as ramrod, oval cylinder stop slots and grip profile,
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

Rare Colt Cannon & Flags Powder Flask

Lot #472 (Sale Order 473 of 514)

Firearm.Standard pattern flask having crossed revolvers at top, four ring mounts and sloped spring-loaded charger. Fine detail in eagle and flags.
Condition: Very good with scattered wear and patina. Spout a possible later replacement.
Estimate: 700 - 900

Lot Of Two Rare Bullet Molds

Lot #473 (Sale Order 474 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Colt's Patent two-cavity .44 caliber mold for a Colt Dragoon revolver. With scarce brass integral gate extension. Marked: Colt's Patent. Blued finish. 2) Rare early unmarked .44 caliber two-cavity bullet mold for the Colt-Whitneyville Dragoon revolver.
Condition: 1) Excellent, retaining approximately 85-90% finish with light wear present. 2) Good. Showing heavy wear with dents and scratches overall.
Estimate: 1200 - 2200

Lot Of Three Assorted Bullet Molds

Lot #474 (Sale Order 475 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Colt's Patent .44 caliber two-cavity bullet mold with steel sprue cutter. For the Colt Model 1860 Army revolver. 2) Unmarked all steel .44 caliber two-cavity bullet mold with sprue cutter. Raised hinge screwhead. 3) Unmarked blued steel .44 caliber Remington two-cavity mold aith sprue cutter. Right arm marked: H. Raised hinge screwhead.
Condition: All are very good to excellent with age wear and patina.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

Lot Of Two Assorted Revolver Bullet Molds

Lot #475 (Sale Order 476 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Unmarked Brass two-cavity .44 caliber mold for a Dragoon revolver. With steel sprue cutter. 2) Colt's Patent two-cavity .44 caliber mold for a Colt Model 1860 Army revolver. Blued finish. Sprue cutter marked: Colt's Patent.
Condition: 1) Very good with minor dents, scratches and patina. 2) Excellent, retaining much blue finish with minor dents and scratches.
Estimate: 900 - 1200

Lot Of Two Colt's Patent Bullet Molds

Lot #476 (Sale Order 477 of 514)

Firearm.Both are two-cavity .44 caliber blued steel molds with sprue cutters. Both with standard Colt's Patent markings. One example marked: .44H/A.A.K. The other marked: K.
Condition: Both are excellent with light wear and minor dents and scratches.
Estimate: 700 - 900

Lot Of Two Assorted Bullet Molds

Lot #477 (Sale Order 478 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) All steel .44 caliber two-cavity Colt's Patent bullet mold for the Colt Dragoon revolver. 2) All steel .36 caliber two-cavity Colt's Patent bullet mold for the Colt 1861 Navy revolver. WAT inspector markings. Both with clear markings.
Condition: Both are very good with scattered age wear and patina. #1 with fine dents and scratches.
Estimate: 800 - 1200

Cased Colt London Model 1849 Pocket Revolver, With Accessories

Lot #478 (Sale Order 479 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 5359, .31 caliber percussion, 5-shot cylinder with stagecoach holdup roll scene, 5-inch barrel with bracketed two line Address Col. Colt London marking; COLT'S/PATENT on left side of frame; British proof markings on barrel lug and at breech of cylinder. Blued, with case-hardened lever, hammer and frame; blued steel gripstraps; varnished walnut grips. Mahogany London case with brass plaque inlaid on lid; lined in dark blue velvet, with bag-shaped James Dixon & Sons powder flask, blued steel COLTS/PATENT bullet mold, wood-handled steel cleaning rod, L-shaped screwdriver/nipple wrench, container of Eley Bros. caps, small glass oil bottle with stopper, miscellaneous projectiles and key.
Condition: Excellent. 75% blue on barrel, balance flaking, brown patina; cylinder with 95% blue, light tracking lines; sharp scene; 70% blue on gripstraps; 95% case-hardening; 98% varnish, light marks, dent on left panel at butt. Case and accessories fine to excellent; exterior with dull patina to varnish.
Estimate: 8000 - 10000

Fine Colt Model 1849 London Pocket Revolver

Lot #479 (Sale Order 480 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 7201, .31 caliber 5-shot percussion cylinder; 6-inch octagonal barrel marked ADDRESS. COL: COLT./LONDON. within brackets; COLT'S/PATENT stamped on left side of frame, stagecoach holdup cylinder roll scene; blue with case-hardened loading lever, hammer and frame; silver-plated steel backstrap and triggerguard; varnished walnut grips. British proof stampings on left side of barrel lug and on cylinder at breech.
Condition: Fine. 95% blue and case-hardening; minor wear; light nicks, more pronounced on barrel lug; cylinder with sharp roll scene, minor tracking marks at cylinder stop slots, safety pins flattened in some instances; spots of pitting on hammer, with 50% case-hardening; light marks on cylinder; 98% silver on gripstraps with tarnish; grips with 100% varnish, minor storage marks.
Estimate: 3500 - 5500

Scarce Peace Powder Flask By N.P. Ames, C. 1838

Lot #480 (Sale Order 481 of 514)

Firearm.Standard pattern flask [Riling #859]. With three-position brass charger marked: N.P. Ames. Triangular ring mounts.
Condition: Very good with age wear and dark patina.
Estimate: 450 - 650

Batty Peace Flask

Lot #481 (Sale Order 482 of 514)

Firearm.Standard pattern Batty flask with J.A.G. inspector marks. Dated 1848.Three-position charger. Two triangular rings. With rare original black leather sling.
Condition: Excellent with light age patina.
Estimate: 700 - 900

Scarce Batty Peace Powder Flask, C. 1848

Lot #482 (Sale Order 483 of 514)

Firearm.Standard pattern flask with three-position brass charger marked: Batty/1848 [Riling # 862]. Triangular ring mounts.
Condition: Very good with light age wear and dark patina.
Estimate: 450 - 650

Fine U.S. Martially Marked Peace Patriotic Powder Flask By Batty, Dated 1854

Lot #483 (Sale Order 484 of 514)

Firearm.ADK inspector marking, as well as BATTY and 1854, stamped on brass top. Note eagle facing to its left, oval of stars around clasped hands motif, and double drapery below US shield.
Condition: Fine. Minor patina and marks; two dents.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Fine And Rare Pipe-cased Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver

Lot #484 (Sale Order 485 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 141968, .31 caliber, 5 shot, 4-inch barrel with two-line maker and New York City address within brackets, COLTS/PATENT on left side of frame; stagecoach cylinder roll scene; blued, with case-hardened hammer, lever and frame; silver-plated brass gripstraps. Varnished walnut grips. Leather covered wood pipe-casing, lined in black velvet; with lidded compartment with ivory pull holding two lead projectiles; circular compartment with ivory capbox with percussion caps; brass hinges and brass lock.
Condition: Fine to excellent. 98% finish; light tracking lines on cylinder; sharp cylinder roll scene; 100% varnish on grips; silver tarnished. Minor storage marks; light nicks on right side of barrel lug. Case fine; minor wear; appears to be of period of manufacture of revolver.
Notes: Comparison should be made with pipe-cased Model 1849 Pocket revolver no. 59826, pictured in various texts, including R.L. Wilson, The Colt Engraving Book, volume I, p. 86. The pipe style is among the most rare of all Colt percussion firearms casings.
Estimate: 8000 - 12000

Cased Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver, With Accessories

Lot #485 (Sale Order 486 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 142777, .31 caliber percussion, 5-shot cylinder with stagecoach holdup roll scene, 5-inch barrel with two-line Address Saml Colt/New York City marking within brackets; COLTS/PATENT on left side of frame. Blued, with case-hardened lever, hammer and frame; silver-plated brass gripstraps; varnished walnut grips. Mahogany case lined in burgundy velvet, with eagle and shield powder flask, blued steel COLTS/PATENT bullet mold, L-shaped screwdriver/nipple wrench, packet Hazard's combustible envelope cartridges, container of Eley Bros. caps, key and miscellaneous lead projectiles.
Condition: Excellent. 90% blue, light wear and flaking (latter on barrel); tracking lines on cylinder; sharp scene; light nicks on right side of barrel lug; 95% case-hardening with bright colors; 90% silver on gripstraps; grips with 100% varnish remaining with minor storage marks. Case with crack on lid, wear around lock above rosewood keyplate; some fading to interior; accessories very good.
Estimate: 9000 - 12000

Fine Cased Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver, With Accessories

Lot #486 (Sale Order 487 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 264173, .31 caliber percussion, 6-shot cylinder with stagecoach holdup roll scene, 4-inch barrel with single line Address Col. Saml Colt New-York U.S. America marking; COLTS/PATENT on left side of frame. Blued, with case-hardened lever, hammer and frame; silver-plated brass gripstraps; varnished walnut grips. Mahogany case lined in dark green velvet, with eagle powder flask, brass COLTS/PATENT bullet mold, L-shaped screwdriver/nipple wrench, container of Eley Bros. caps, and key.
Condition: Excellent. 85% blue, scratches and nicks on barrel, wear and tracking lines on cylinder, with fine roll scene; 95% bright case-hardening; traces silver; 95% varnish on grips with few nicks and wear. Case with 97% varnish, wear, nicks on exterior; likely old relining; accessories very good.
Estimate: 5000 - 7500

Colt Model 1849 Pocket Revolver, Without Loading Lever

Lot #487 (Sale Order 488 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 216163, .31 caliber, 6 shot, 4-inch barrel with single line maker and New York U.S. America marking; COLTS/PATENT on left side of frame; stagecoach holdup cylinder roll scene; blued, with case-hardened frame and hammer; silver-plated brass gripstraps; varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Very good. Brown patina, light marks; cylinder scene with light wear, some nicks on front of cylinder; traces silver on straps; 95% varnish, wear on sides of butt. Missing wedge screw and loading lever, but with lever screw. Mechanism needs repair or adjustment.
Estimate: 350 - 550

Lot Of Three Shellacked Blocks Of Colt's Cartridges

Lot #488 (Sale Order 489 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Two Unopened blocks of .31 caliber Colt's cartridges. 2) Opened block of .31 caliber Colt's cartridges containing five .31 caliber bullets.
Condition: 1) One example near mint, the other with minor bump to corner. 2) Front label intact, cut around top seam with rest of label present.
Estimate: 600 - 800

Lot Of Three Colt's Patent Bullet Molds For The Model 1849 Pocket Revolver

Lot #489 (Sale Order 490 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) 2 blued steel .31 caliber two-cavity molds with sprue cutters for the Colt Model 1849 pocket revolver. 2) Blued steel late pattern narrow .31 caliber two-cavity mold with sprue cutter for the Colt Model 1849 pocket revolver.
Condition: All are very good to excellent with scattered wear, pitting and patina.
Estimate: 900 - 1200

Lot Of Two Assorted Bullet Molds

Lot #490 (Sale Order 491 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Unmarked all steel single .31 caliber conical bullet mold with sprue cutter. 2) Two-cavity brass bullet mold marked: Mass. Arms Co./Chicopee Falls. Blued steel sprue cutter.
Condition: 1) Very good with metal cleaned and showing grey patina. 2) Excellent with light wear and patina.
Estimate: 300 - 400

Lot Of Three Assorted Bullet Molds

Lot #491 (Sale Order 492 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Colt Root two-cavity blued steel .28 caliber mold with sprue cutter marked Colt's Patent./H. 2) Colt's Patent two-cavity .36 caliber mold for the 1851 or 1861 Navy revolvers. All steel construction. 3) Unmarked steel .36 caliber two-cavity mold with sprue cutter.
Condition: 1) Excellent with much blue finish remaining. 2) Very good; grey patina; minor pitting. 3) Good. Scattered pitting and age patina.
Estimate: 700 - 900

Scarce Colt's Patent Two-cavity Rifle Mold For The Root Revolving Sporting Rifle

Lot #492 (Sale Order 493 of 514)

Firearm.Large standard pattern two-cavity Colt's Patent .56 caliber rifle mold for the Root Model 1856 revolving sporting rifle [see Rapley M39 p.257]. Blued finish. HJG/S inspector markings. Walnut handles with brass ferrules.
Condition: Excellent, retaining approximately 85-90% finish with scattered light wear. Handles excellent.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Lot Of Three Colt's Patent Bullet Molds

Lot #493 (Sale Order 494 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) 2 blued steel two-cavity .36 caliber molds for the Colt 1851 Navy revolver. 2) Blued steel two-cavity .30 caliber mold. All three marked: Colt's Patent.
Condition: All three are very good to excellent with scattered wear and scratches. One .36 caliber example possibly refinished,
Estimate: 900 - 1200

Fine And Rare Colt Model 1851 Navy Revolver With 6-inch Factory Barrel

Lot #494 (Sale Order 495 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 11489, .36 caliber percussion, 6-inch octagonal barrel marked - ADDRESS SAML COLT NEW-YORK CITY - , COLTS/PATENT in tiny letters stamped on left side of frame, naval engagement cylinder roll scene; dull blue and case-hardened finish of that period, with silver-plated brass gripstraps and small oval triggerguard; varnished walnut grips. Sold with a correspondence file on the revolver, including authentication letters from several Colt experts, attesting to the originality of the gun and a copy of the March, 1967 issue feature article on the exact firearm.
Condition: Fine. 75% blue, light wear with marks and light pitting, primarily on barrel; cylinder with deep and sharp roll scene, minor tracking lines; 75% case-hardening, hammer with pitting and brown patina, traces case-hardening; 99% silver; grips fine and retaining 99% varnish, with dents and marks.
Notes: See R.L. Wilson & R.Q. Sutherland, The Book of Colt Firearms, page 122C, with details and illustration of this exact revolver. No. 11489 is also pictured in color on page 120A. The caption states: ""A billing dated Stockton, California, October 9, 1857, notes 'on Hand one 6 in Navy', another specimen known is Serial #186027, having a 5 3/16"" length. Any Navy with barrel measuring other than the standard 7 1/2"" is rare.""
Estimate: 20000 - 25000

Rare Colt Model 1851 London-proofed Lower Canada Navy Martial Revolver

Lot #495 (Sale Order 496 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 33973, .36 caliber percussion, 7 1/2-inch octagonal barrel marked - ADDRESS. COL: COLT. LONDON. - , COLT'S/PATENT stamped on left side of frame, naval engagement cylinder roll scene; blue with case-hardened loading lever, hammer and frame; blued steel gripstraps and large triggerguard; varnished walnut grips with right panel stamped LC/A/14. British proof stampings on left side of barrel lug and on cylinder at breech.
Condition: Very good to fine. Traces blue and case-hardening, with balance brown and gray patina; light pitting and wear, more pronounced on buttstrap; cylinder with 85% roll scene, light tracking marks at cylinder stop slots, safety pins flattened in some instances; grips with old revarnish, dulled patina and light wear, more pronounced nicks and mars.
Estimate: 4500 - 6500

Colt Model 1851 London Navy Revolver

Lot #496 (Sale Order 497 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 40811, .36 caliber percussion, 7 1/2-inch octagonal barrel marked - ADDRESS COL COLT LONDON. - , COLT'S/PATENT stamped on left side of frame, naval engagement cylinder roll scene; blue with case-hardened loading lever, hammer and frame; blued steel gripstraps and large triggerguard; varnished walnut grips. British proof stampings on left side of barrel lug and on cylinder at breech. 0811 on bottom of wedge and 40811 on top of loading lever lug.
Condition: Fine. Traces blue, balance turned brown; steel sharp; 75% case-hardening, with balance brown and gray patina; 25% case-hardening on hammer; spots of pitting; cylinder with sharp roll scene, light tracking marks at cylinder stop slots, safety pins fine; grips with 99% varnish, nicks and light wear.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Lot Of Two Antique Holsters And One Belt

Lot #497 (Sale Order 498 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Unmarked pigskin flap holster made for a Colt 4-inch 1849 pocket revolver. Calf skin lined. Brass stud closure. 2) Unmarked antique flap holster for a Colt 1849 pocket revolver. With unmarked black leather belt with period California clip corner steel buckle.
Condition: 1) Excellent with light wear present. 2) Very good with age wear and patina. Belt with repair to billet. Brass stud closure replaced.
Estimate: 450 - 650

Fine Cased, L.D. Nimschke-engraved And Gold And Silver-plated Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver With Che

Lot #498 (Sale Order 499 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 67899, .44 caliber percussion, 6-shot cylinder, 8-inch barrel with maker and New-York U.S. America address marking on top; COLTS/PATENT stamped on left side of frame; silver-plated, with gold-plated lever, hammer and cylinder; one piece checkered ivory grips; three-screw frame cut for third style shoulder stock. Distinctively scroll and border engraved by L.D. Nimschke on barrel (note riband each side of lug and trefoil tendrils off some of scrolls), loading lever, cylinder (note trefoil tendrils off some of scrolls), frame, hammer and gripstraps.Varnished mahogany case with purple velvet lining; accessories of silver-plated stand of arms powder flask, blued steel COLTS/PATENT bullet mold, pasteboard cap box, L-shaped screwdriver/nipple wrench, miscellaneous projectiles, two packets of combustible cartridges, and key.
Condition: Fine. 75% silver on barrel; 90% gold on cylinder (no. 006 within Colt's Patent engraved scene cartouche; Nimschke had polished cylinder and engraved over where roll scene had once been located); tracking lines; 95% gold on hammer, 45% on loading lever; 85% silver on rammer; 95% silver on frame; 50% silver on steel backstrap; 95% silver on brass triggerguard strap; grips with mellow patina, light cracking visible at butt; all but one of cylinder safety pins fine. Case fine with light nicks and marks; accessories very good to fine.
Notes: See R.L. Wilson, L.D. Nimschke Firearms Engraver, for Model 1860 Army revolvers engraved by this artisan; compare with prints on page 41 which has several features close to 67899; see also, Wilson, The Colt Engraving Book, volume I (chapter 8), as well as earlier Colt engraving texts. Pictured page 181, The Book of Colt Engraving. See page TK of Nimschke book, which has several features close to 67899.
Estimate: 50000 - 70000

Antique ""slim Jim"" Holster For A Colt Model 1851 Navy Percussion Revolver, C. 1855-1870

Lot #499 (Sale Order 500 of 514)

Firearm.Beautiful period unmarked ""Slim Jim"" holster with hand-tooled border design and center rosette. Single belt loop with copper rivet fastener.
Condition: Very good with scattered surface checking to leather.
Estimate: 1200 - 1800

Rare Pair Of Commercially Made Civil War Era Holsters For Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolvers

Lot #500 (Sale Order 501 of 514)

Firearm.Matching right and left unmarked black leather form-fitting slim jim holsters for Colt Model 1860 Army revolvers. Probably originally made with belt as an ensemble for a Union cavalry officer, this rare pair of holsters are made with upper leather panels designed to prevent chafing on the wearer. A rare, unique and desirable pair.
Condition: Very good with minor checking and wear to leather.
Estimate: 900 - 1200

Lot Of Four Colt Revolver Cylinders And One Barrel

Lot #501 (Sale Order 502 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Three Colt single action revolver cylinders, one in .38-40 caliber, one in .38 special caliber. and the other in .32-20. 2) Colt Model 1860 Army percussion revolver cylinder. Strong cylinder scene. Modern Colt 5 1/2-inch barrel in .38 special caliber.
Condition: Cylinders: .38-40 caliber cylinder is good with wear and scattered age patina. .38 caliber very good with grey patina. .32-20 caliber excellent. Colt Army cylinder very good with scattered wear and patina. Barrel very good with minor wea and scratches.
Estimate: 500 - 700

U.S. Army Private Purchase Officers Holster, Pouch And Belt Ensemble, C.1860-1880

Lot #502 (Sale Order 503 of 514)

Firearm.The unmarked private purchase open-topped ""Slim Jim"" holster with border tooling, together with unmarked black leather officer's belt with brass eagle belt plate and keeper. Brass sword hanger. Also included are two unmarked period pistol cap pouches.
Condition: Very good. The holster appears to be a civilian holster with original belt loop removed and converted to military use by adding a new military-style belt loop. Minor checking to leather and moderate wear overall. An interesting original field-modified officer's gun rig.
Estimate: 800 - 1000

U.S. Army Civil War Era Cartridge Pouch

Lot #503 (Sale Order 504 of 514)

Firearm.Standard pattern with inner flap marked: W.H. Wilkinson/Maker/Springfield, Mass. Partitioned tin liners. Outer flap with embossed US emblem. Two belt loops and buckles for shoulder straps.
Condition: Very good. Showing light to moderate wear overall.
Estimate: 300 - 400

Rare Unopened Shellacked Block Of .44 Cartridges Together With An Empty .44 Cailber Cartridge Block

Lot #504 (Sale Order 505 of 514)

Firearm.Box label reads: 6 Combustible Envelope/ CARTRIDGES/Made of American Powder Co's Powder; for Remington's, Colt's AND OTHER/Revolving Holster Pistol,/ .44-100 inch Calibre./Warranted Superior Quality. Sold together with an empty shellacked cartridge block marked: Six Seamless Skin/ CARTRIDGES. Impervious to Dampness./ For Colt's Army Pistol./.44-100ths Caliber/ Hotchkiss Patent, Feb. 11t, 1862.,/ Manufactured bu D.C. Sage & Co./Middletown, Conn., U.S.A./ J.Syms & Bros. Sole Agents, 300 Broadway, New York.
Condition: 1) Excellent with light age patina. 2) Very good as configured. Paper missing from top of block. Front label preserved and showing minor fading. Scuffs to paper on ends
Estimate: 350 - 450

Lot Of Three Assorted Bullet Molds

Lot #505 (Sale Order 506 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Two-cavity .36 caliber bullet mold with sprue cutter marked: Manhattan Firearms/Manufg./Co. N.Y. 2) Unmarked two-cavity .31 caliber mold with sprue cutter [not Remington or Colt]. 3) Unmarked Remington two-cavity .44 caliber mold with sprue cutter.
Condition: All three are good to very good with scattered light wear, pitting and scratches
Estimate: 400 - 600

Lot Of Four Assorted Bullet Molds

Lot #506 (Sale Order 507 of 514)

Firearm.Comprising: 1) Brass Colt's Patent two-cavity .36 caliber bullet mold with steel sprue cutter marked: Colt's Patent. 2) Unmarked all brass .31 caliber two-cavity mold without sprue cutter. 3) All brass Colt's Patent .31 caliber, two-cavity mold without sprue cutter. 4) Brass .31 caliber two-cavity mold with steel sprue cutter marked: Colt's Patent.
Condition: All are good to very good with scattered wear, scratches, dents and patina.
Estimate: 700 - 900

Colt Model 1861 Navy Revolver

Lot #507 (Sale Order 508 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 14984, .36 caliber percussion, 7 1/2-inch barrel with standard maker and New-York U.S. America marking, COLTS/PATENT on left side of frame, naval engagement cylinder roll scene; military grade blued finish with case-hardened frame, hammer and loading lever, silver-plated brass gripstraps; varnished walnut grips. H inspector stamping on various parts. 8 and P on left side of triggerguard bow.
Condition: Excellent. 80% blue on barrel, light wear and patina fading, light nicks on lug; cylinder turning brown, with lightly rolled cylinder scene remaining sharp, tracking lines and light patina at muzzle; three safety pins fine; 75% case-hardening; mellow brass patina to gripstraps with minor green tarnish. Grips excellent with 99% varnish. Excellent bore; nick on left of muzzle.
Estimate: 7000 - 9000

Fine And Scarce Nickel- And Gold-plated Thuer Conversion Of The Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver

Lot #509 (Sale Order 509 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 176634 (last three digits of number on cylinder number panel), .44 Thuer caliber, 8-inch barrel with standard maker and New-York U.S. America percussion period marking; COLTS/PATENT marking on left side of frame; naval engagement cylinder roll scene; nickel-plated finish; varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 98% nickel finish; traces gold on cylinder, including within chambers; light surface nicks and minor flaking (primarily on barrel at muzzle and at hinge area of loading lever). Cylinder scene sharp. Fine bore. Grips with 100% varnish and very minor storage marks.
Notes: Extremely rare combination of nickel- and gold-plating. This rare revolver is pictured in Colt Pistols by R.E. Hable and R.L. Wilson, publisher, Jackson Arms, 1976.
Provenance: Francis (Bud) Firth
Estimate: 18000 - 25000

Cased Colt Model 1862 Police Revolver With 61/2-inch Barrel, And With Accessories

Lot #510 (Sale Order 510 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 1137, .36 caliber percussion, 5-shot fluted and rebated cylinder, 6 1/2-inch barrel with - ADDRESS SAML COLT HARTFORD CT. - on top; COLTS/PATENT on left side of frame; blued, with case-hardened lever, hammer and frame; silver-plated brass gripstraps; varnished walnut grips. Varnished mahogany case with burgundy velvet lining; accessories of eagle and shield powder flask, blued steel COLTS/PATENT bullet mold, can Eley Bros. caps, L-shaped screwdriver/nipple wrench and packet of combustible envelope cartridges.
Condition: Excellent. 95% blue on barrel and cylinder, fading; scattered nicks on right side of barrel lug; light areas patina to steel, primarily on hammer; 95% case-hardening; 95% silver-plating with light tarnish; grips excellent to mint with 100% varnish, light storage marks; cylinder safety pins fine; minor tracking lines. Case very good, dull patina on exterior, with nicks, wear and crack on bottom; wear and light stains and fading to interior; flask complete with L-shaped tool and mold.
Estimate: 10000 - 15000

Cased Colt Model 1862 Police Revolver, With Accessories

Lot #511 (Sale Order 511 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 14115, .36 caliber percussion, 5-shot semi-fluted cylinder, 6 1/2-inch barrel with one-line Address Col Saml Colt New-York U.S. America marking; COLTS/PATENT on left side of frame. Blued, with case-hardened lever, hammer and frame; silver-plated brass gripstraps; varnished walnut grips. Varnished mahogany case lined in dark green velvet, with eagle and shield powder flask, steel COLTS/PATENT bullet mold, L-shaped screwdriver/nipple wrench, packet Hazard's combustible envelope cartridges, and container of F. Joyce & Co.
Condition: Excellent. 95% blue on barrel, light spots patina, minor nicks on right side of lug; 85% on cylinder, some flaking and brown patina, and tracking lines; 90% case-hardening, light fading, spot pitting on left side of loading lever; 80% silver on backstrap; 50% silver on triggerguard strap. Grips 98% varnish, minor chips at butt. Case fine, marks on exterior; interior fine; accessories very good to fine.
Estimate: 7500 - 12000

A Fine Colt Type 5 Solid Barrel Conversion Single Action Pocket Revolver With Rare Dovetailed Front

Lot #512 (Sale Order 512 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 2525, .38 caliber rimfire, 3 1/2-inch round and solid barrel marked with two line maker and Hartford address; two-line two patent date marking on left side of frame; manufactured without a loading gate; rebated cylinder; stagecoach holdup cylinder roll scene; nickel-plated including brass gripstraps; blued screws, wedge and trigger; case-hardened hammer; varnished one piece walnut grips. Seldom observed front sight a German silver blade on steel base dovetailed at muzzle [see Flayderman 5B-132].
Condition: Fine. 95% nickel, light wear, nicks on barrel lug; cylinder with 100% sharp rolled scene, light tracking lines; 60% case-hardening with light wear on hammer; grips with 95% varnish, light wear primarily at butt.
Notes: According to Breslin, Pirie and Price in ""Variations Of Colt's New Model Police & Pocket Breech Loading Pistols,"" the Type 5 revolvers in this serial number range were not conversions. They left the factory as newly made ( from Pocket 1849 parts) breech-loading cartridge revolvers. c 1875-1886.
Estimate: 3000 - 4000

Fine Colt Model 1865 Pocket Navy Revolver With New-york Address Marking

Lot #513 (Sale Order 513 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 18657, .36 caliber percussion, 4 1/2-inch octagonal barrel marked ADDRESS COL. SAML COLT NEW-YORK U.S. AMERICA; COLTS/PATENT in small letters stamped on left side of frame, stagecoach holdup cylinder roll scene; bright blue and case-hardened loading lever, frame and hammer, and with silver-plated brass gripstraps and triggerguard; varnished walnut grips.
Condition: Fine. 85% blue, light wear; cylinder with sharp roll scene, light tracking lines, some safety pins partially flattened; very minor pitting; 80% case-hardening, some fading; 80% silver, some tarnish; grips with 95% varnish, light wear primarily at butt.
Estimate: 4500 - 6500

Cased And Nickel-plated Colt Model 1865 Pocket Navy Revolver, With Accessories

Lot #514 (Sale Order 514 of 514)

Firearm.Serial no. 21073, .36 caliber percussion, 5-shot rebated cylinder with stagecoach holdup roll scene, 4 1/2-inch octagonal barrel with one-line Address Col Saml Colt New-York U.S. America marking; COLTS/PATENT on left side of frame. Nickel-plated, with case-hardened hammer and blued screws; varnished walnut grips. Varnished mahogany case lined in burgundy velvet, with eagle and shield powder flask, steel COLTS/PATENT bullet mold, L-shaped screwdriver/nipple wrench, packet Hazard's combustible envelope cartridges, key and container of Eley Bros. caps.
Condition: Very good to fine. 85% nickel; 75% on cylinder, roll scene sharp; 85% varnish on grips, wear and nicks. Case very good to fine, nicks and wear on exterior; interior with marks; accessories very good to fine, nicks on mold.
Estimate: 4500 - 6500


The Robert Howard Collection, Part II
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The Robert Howard Collection, Part II
by Greg Martin Auctions Mon, Feb 5, 2007 9:00 AM Pacific The Finest Collection of American Firearms Ever Offered at Auction