Auction No. 113 – Session 1
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Auction No. 113 – Session 1
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This sale by Amoskeag Auction Company features over 1700 lots of rare and historic firearms. View the entire catalog here.
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Rare Colt Model 1855 Revolving Military Rifle
Lot # 51 (Sale Order: 51 of 821)
Low Estimate: 10,000High Estimate: 15,000
serial #163, 56 caliber, 37 1/2" round barrel with octagon breech and a remarkably excellent bore. The rifle shows serial number on wide of tang beneath stock and also in a cylinder flute which is only partially legible but indeed appears to be "163". The cylinder pin has a number "750" which is overstruck with a "143" or "148". The pin fits and functions perfectly and matches perfectly in color and condition. The rifle features a barleycorn front which doubles as a bayonet lug and an original single standing and two folding leaf rear sight. The topstrap is marked within the groove "COL. COLT HARTFORD CT. U.S.A.", this mark remains clear and fully legible. The iron surfaces of this rifle bear a rich brown patina with old scattered light surface oxidation and some scattered light pinprick pitting - truly and very honest and undisturbed surface. Colt's Patent markings on left side of frame remain predominately legible. The brass triggerguard has turned to a very deep and rich brown patina that almost matches the color of the patina on the iron surfaces except for immediately behind the triggerguard where the metal is more of a bronze colored patina. The plain walnut buttstock and full length forend show a rich, dark color and remain in very near excellent condition. The buttstock shows a couple of dings and a small area of loss behind hammer, this looks to have been done by a period user, perhaps to help facilitate full-cock. The rifle is not martially marked but it comes with a correct U.S. marked bayonet which fits perfectly. These 1855 military rifles come in many variations, this is the longest barrel length and the bore is truly excellent. Just a very nice and very honest Colt revolving rifle. (18158-2) {ANTIQUE}
Colt Ace Commercial Model Semi-Automatic Pistol
Lot # 52 (Sale Order: 52 of 821)
Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 4,500
serial #1635, 22 LR, 4 3/4" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 95-97% original blue, the loss is due to some very light front strap wear, muzzle wear at the front of the slide and some light high edge and contact point wear; there is a very light impact mark at the left rear sharp edge on the slide, it is unobtrusive. The bright-polished surface of the barrel shows only some very light staining and operational usage. The fully checkered walnut grips rate very good plus to excellent showing only some very minor flattening of the points. Included are two original two-tone magazines, the original box pencil-numbered to the gun, an instruction manual, Colts "special instructions" pamphlet and the original test target serial numbered to the pistol. The box itself is somewhat tender showing old paper-taped repairs to the lid, now also bolstered with cellophane tape on both box top and bottom, a couple of corners showing small missing pieces. There is a very very light reassembly scratch on the left side of the frame and the very rear of the hammer spur has been dressed and relieved during the period of use, it is well done and unobtrusive, another hammer could easily be obtained if one wished. A very nice Commercial Ace overall. (38100-24) {C&R} [Walter "Walt" Rauch Collection]
Exceptional 1968 Colt U.S._National Match Pistol by Rock Island Arsenal
Lot # 53 (Sale Order: 53 of 821)
Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 4,000
serial #939418, 45 ACP, 5" National Match barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces of this final Rock Island Arsenal-built national match pistol retaining the 98-99% original arsenal phosphate finish showing some sparsely scattered very light handling marks, most of which do not breech the blued and phosphate finish. There are a few spots of extremely light surface oxidation along the left lower edge of the slide, they are very unobtrusive and there is a very small area of wear on the right front of the dust cover. Remarkably, this pistol retains the white painted DOD acceptance mark on the frame to the rear of the right grip, these markings easily worn away by oil and solvents. The fully checkered walnut grips rate excellent. in addition to the normal markings including the left-side "FJA" inspectors marking and right side ordnance wheel, the pistol exhibits arsenal rebuild marks "NM" on the right root of the triggerguard and "RIA" on the right of the frame just above this. 1968 was the last year these pistols were made at Rock Island Arsenal, this example featuring an appropriate "U.S." marked Kensight rear sight, the national match front appears to have been regulated very slightly. The Colt barrel is national match part numbered "7791414" and numbered with the last four digits of the pistols serial number "9418" on the right hood of the barrel. The slide is the correct national match "7791435" part number and is numbered to the gun beneath the firing pin stop "9418", the national match bushing number "7267718" is at the front of the gun. There is a long aluminum trigger adjustable for overtravel installed and the frontstrap of the frame has been neatly metal checkered, both by Rock Island Arsenal. A single unmarked seven round magazine is included, it is numbered to the gun "9418" on its right lower edge in electric DC pencil. Really a superb example overall, very seldom-encountered retaining the white painted acceptance stamping. (38100-34) {MODERN} [Walter "Walt" Rauch Collection]
Portuguese Model 1906-34 Luger Pistol
Lot # 54 (Sale Order: 54 of 821)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #2036v, 30 Luger, 4 5/8" barrel with a very good plus bore which is bright with sharp rifling but shows some minor frosting within the grooves. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original blue, the front and back straps are toning somewhat to a brown patina. There was wear to pewter atop the receiver in the area of the "GNR" marking, this area now shows a bit of cold-applied touch-up blue, as does the sideplate which shows some remnants of light pitting. The balance of the arm shows a few scattered spots of very light oxidation and wear to pewter on the high edges and contact points. Both the trigger and ejector have been polished and their straw restored, but the safety lever, magazine catch and takedown lever appear untouched and have faded primarily to a pewter patina with trace original straw. The few numbered parts are matching, the grooved firing pin is not numbered. The checkered walnut grips rate very good showing light wear to their points, they are stamp-numbered to the gun on their interior. There is a single aluminum-based bright-bodied magazine included which shows some remnants of some light oxidation and a few spots a very light pitting; it is un-numbered. A very nice example overall to fill that hole in the Luger collection without breaking the bank. (38050-319) {C&R}
DWM Model 1902 American Eagle "Fat Barrel" Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol
Lot # 55 (Sale Order: 55 of 821)
Low Estimate: 7,000High Estimate: 9,000
serial # 22693, 9 mm, 4" barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore which shows strong rifling but with light frosting in the grooves its full-length. The metal surfaces retain about 90% original blue, the loss is due to mottled fading and flaking to a plum brown, also with a few spots of minor oxidation and some scattered spots of very light pinprick pitting. The sideplate is mostly a brown patina but the trigger, ejector and extractor show very good fading pale straw. The toggle is DWM-marked and the few numbered parts are matching, the un-grooved firing pin is un-numbered. The checkered walnut grips rate very good plus to perhaps excellent showing only a few minor flattened or chipped points, they are un-numbered exhibiting only a star stamping on their interior. Included is a single bright-bodied wood-based magazine which is marked along the bottom "Cal. 9 mm", the magazine rating very good plus showing some remnants of light oxidation staining on the body. Overall a very good example which actually appears to have more blue under normal ambient light. (378050-40) {C&R}
German P.08 Luger Semi-Automatic Pistol by Simson & Co.
Lot # 56 (Sale Order: 56 of 821)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #9282, 9 mm, 4" barrel with a very good bore which shows sharp rifling but with light frosting and minor pitting within the grooves. The metal surfaces retain about 80-85% original blue, the primary loss being toning to gray on the front and back straps, also with areas of light pinprick pitting there. There is some toning on the high edges and contact points as well and light pitting on the left side of the muzzle boss. The ejector, magazine release and right side of trigger show some very good fading straw colors while the takedown lever and safety have toned primarily to a pewter. All of the numbered parts are matching including the grooved firing pin and the toggle is "Simson & Co./Suhl" marked. The arm exhibits typical Simson inspection marks as well as the Simson army test proof on the right side of the receiver. The checkered walnut grips rate good to about very good showing a number of compressed and flaked points, they are stamp-numbered to the gun on their interior. Included with the gun is a single wood-based magazine numbered "9769" with a small "+" mark beneath. The body is bright showing a bit of light flaking and very light oxidation. The left grip is slightly loose and the edges of the magazine base show some light chipping but these are very minor issues. Overall a slightly salty example of the very rarely encountered Simson & Co. Luger. (38050-136) {C&R}
Mauser P.08 Luger Pistol with Imperial Japanese Markings
Lot # 57 (Sale Order: 57 of 821)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 4,000
serial #7255c, 9 mm, 4" barrel with an about excellent bore which shows bright crisp rifling but the tiniest amount of frosting within the grooves. The metal surfaces of this interesting pistol retain about 97-98% original blue, the loss is some very light high edge and muzzle wear with some light drifting to plum on the rear face of the frame. All of the numbered parts are matching including the grooved firing pin and the toggle is "42" marked with the chamber showing a 1940 date. Just ahead of the 1940 date is a Japanese chrysanthemum, the barrel ahead of this shows kanji characters, these markings being extremely nicely etched rather than stamped showing appropriate oxidation within and clearly done during the period of use. The checkered walnut grips rate very good plus showing some minor compression or flaking of the points, they are stamp-numbered to the gun on their interior; the right grip is very slightly loose, an extremely minor issue. Included the gun is a matching aluminum-based Schmeisser Haenel magazine which is Waffenamt 655 marked. While there has been a good deal of controversy about these Japanese-marked Lugers, an identical gun was recently sold from the famous Geoffrey Sturgis collection in 2014, catalogued by one of the leading Luger authorities in the United States, lending credence to their authenticity. Overall a very interesting gun, further research may prove the true pedigree of these Japanese-marked Mauser-made P.08 pistols. (38050-131) {C&R}
Rare German P.08 Mauser Banner Police Contract Luger Pistol
Lot # 58 (Sale Order: 58 of 821)
Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #236y, 9mm, 4" barrel with a bright about excellent bore showing only minor frosting along its length. The metal surfaces retain about 98% original blue, the loss due to very light muzzle and sharp edge wear. This is a full 1941 chamber-dated, all blue example with the 7-line Mauser Banner on the toggle. All of the visible numbered parts are matching including the grooved firing pin. This superb pistol is equipped with a sear safety and features an "eagle/(N)" commercial proof on the left side of the receiver and an "eagle/(L) police acceptance mark on the right side. The checkered walnut grips rate very good plus with the right side grip showing a number of chipped or flattened diamonds, it is un-numbered and "SE-655" stamped on its interior. The Left side grip has only minor flattening of the points, it is stamp-numbered "42" and also "SE-655" stamped on its interior. Included with this fine pistol is a single blue-bodied aluminum-based magazine that is un-numbered and maker marked "Haenel Schmeisser Patent" and rates about excellent with minor fading of the blue. These 1941-dated chambers continued for only 600 examples (1y-600y), after which time they went to a two-digit date code above the chamber, making police accepted Lugers within this short serial number range, with the full 1941 date, to be true rarities. (218112-59) {C&R} [Marsell Collection]
Rare Winchester Model 1873 Factory Engraved Rifle Made For the Paris Exhibition of 1889
Lot # 59 (Sale Order: 59 of 821)
Low Estimate: 40,000High Estimate: 60,000
Description Update (3/15/17): Repaired 1 1/2" sliver left of forend with the original piece of wood
serial #289069. 44 WCF, 24" round barrel with button magazine and a very good bore that shows just a little light pitting in a few areas with strong rifling throughout. This rifle is signed "J.ULRICH" on the lower tang to rear of trigger and is engraved in $4.00 pattern. The action and sideplates feature English scroll engraving with a dog head on right sideplate emanating from the scroll and a bull elk on the left sideplate surrounded in English scroll. Scroll also appears on the nosecap, dust cover, cartridge carrier and the top of the smooth steel shotgun buttplate. The condition of the rifle is wonderful with the barrel retaining 95% evenly thinning original blue finish overall. The action and sideplates retain 90% plus original color case-hardened finish which as just softened slightly over the years and has a lovely appearance. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and forend are of exhibition grade walnut with straight grain through wrist and with tremendous shimmering crotch-wood figure emanating from the top of the comb just behind the nose and throughout the body of the stock. The stocks rate excellent with 95% of their original Winchester finish and with checkering remaining crisp. The buttplate retains about 90% original blue finish while the loading gate retains strong original fire blue. The rifle comes in a green baize lined, partitioned case canvas case with leather trim and a brass disc in the lid which is engraved "YB". The rifle comes with a copy of its factory letter which confirms the configuration including the casehardening and factory engraving and shows receipt in the warehouse on March 13, 1889 and being shipped on February 6, 1890. A note at the end of the letter reads "Returned by Paris and sent to New York". in addition to the factory letter also included is a copy of an R.L. Wilson letter outlining the rifle in detail calling the case a factory supplied item. Winchester sent 45 model 1873's to Paris, mostly carbines, many in nickel plated finish and only four engraved rifles. One engraved rifle had $50 of gold inlay and is illustrated on page 195 of Winchester Engraving, two carbines with $2.50 and $4.00 engraving and this rifle which also has $4.00 engraving. Only the two rifles are known along with an engraved 1886 rifle, all three of these engraved Paris exhibition rifles (two 1873 rifles and one 1886 rifle) were all found in South America according to Wilson's letter. Included with the rifle is a bronze disc from the "Exposition Universelle / 1889" with the reverse side being marked "W.R.A. Co." and the outer edge being marked "WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS" and "GRAND PRIX". Winchester was the only American arms company to receive this award. Exhibition Arms are among the most sought after of collectible arms and this rifle is well-documented, signed by the engraver, complete with case and bronze disc and remains in very fine condition. Wilson's letter concludes with the following sentence: This exciting new discovery is worthy of the finest museum or private collection of embellished and historic American firearms. (18087-22) {ANTIQUE} [Kenneth Fry Collection]
serial #289069. 44 WCF, 24" round barrel with button magazine and a very good bore that shows just a little light pitting in a few areas with strong rifling throughout. This rifle is signed "J.ULRICH" on the lower tang to rear of trigger and is engraved in $4.00 pattern. The action and sideplates feature English scroll engraving with a dog head on right sideplate emanating from the scroll and a bull elk on the left sideplate surrounded in English scroll. Scroll also appears on the nosecap, dust cover, cartridge carrier and the top of the smooth steel shotgun buttplate. The condition of the rifle is wonderful with the barrel retaining 95% evenly thinning original blue finish overall. The action and sideplates retain 90% plus original color case-hardened finish which as just softened slightly over the years and has a lovely appearance. The checkered pistolgrip buttstock and forend are of exhibition grade walnut with straight grain through wrist and with tremendous shimmering crotch-wood figure emanating from the top of the comb just behind the nose and throughout the body of the stock. The stocks rate excellent with 95% of their original Winchester finish and with checkering remaining crisp. The buttplate retains about 90% original blue finish while the loading gate retains strong original fire blue. The rifle comes in a green baize lined, partitioned case canvas case with leather trim and a brass disc in the lid which is engraved "YB". The rifle comes with a copy of its factory letter which confirms the configuration including the casehardening and factory engraving and shows receipt in the warehouse on March 13, 1889 and being shipped on February 6, 1890. A note at the end of the letter reads "Returned by Paris and sent to New York". in addition to the factory letter also included is a copy of an R.L. Wilson letter outlining the rifle in detail calling the case a factory supplied item. Winchester sent 45 model 1873's to Paris, mostly carbines, many in nickel plated finish and only four engraved rifles. One engraved rifle had $50 of gold inlay and is illustrated on page 195 of Winchester Engraving, two carbines with $2.50 and $4.00 engraving and this rifle which also has $4.00 engraving. Only the two rifles are known along with an engraved 1886 rifle, all three of these engraved Paris exhibition rifles (two 1873 rifles and one 1886 rifle) were all found in South America according to Wilson's letter. Included with the rifle is a bronze disc from the "Exposition Universelle / 1889" with the reverse side being marked "W.R.A. Co." and the outer edge being marked "WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS" and "GRAND PRIX". Winchester was the only American arms company to receive this award. Exhibition Arms are among the most sought after of collectible arms and this rifle is well-documented, signed by the engraver, complete with case and bronze disc and remains in very fine condition. Wilson's letter concludes with the following sentence: This exciting new discovery is worthy of the finest museum or private collection of embellished and historic American firearms. (18087-22) {ANTIQUE} [Kenneth Fry Collection]
German P.08 Luger BYF-Marked Pistol by Mauser
Lot # 60 (Sale Order: 60 of 821)
Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 3,500
serial #7714r, 9mm, 4" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The metal surfaces retain about 95-97% original blue, the loss due to light muzzle and contact point wear. The toggle is marked byf, the chamber is dated 41 and all of the visible numbered parts are matching including the grooved firing pin. The checkered black Bakelite grips rate about excellent with a few diamonds chipped off the left side grip and they are correctly un-numbered. Included is a single blue-bodied plastic-based magazine marked "fxo", "P.08" and Waffenamt 37 stamped. The right side of the receiver has the correct "SE-655 SE-655" acceptance stamps followed by the "eagle/(swastika)" German military test proof, which is also on the barrel and breechblock. Included with this gun is a P.08 hard sided holster dated 1942, it is contractor marked "epf" (Karl Bocker Waldbrohl) and Waffenamt 195 marked on its rear. This black leather holster rates about excellent with only minor scuffs and scratches and intact seam stitching around its periphery. Nestled inside the holster we find a single blue-bodied aluminum-based magazine numbered to the gun and a "+" as well as the same "fxo", "P.08" and Waffenamt 37 stamped body as the first magazine, also a nice blued loading/takedown tool that is "SE-63" marked. Overall an excellent example of a complete "black widow" rig in a seldom encountered state of condition. (218112-57) {C&R} [Marsell Collection]
Winchester Model 1873 Third Model Rifle
Lot # 61 (Sale Order: 61 of 821)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #455579B, 32 WCF, 24" round barrel with full magazine and a very good bore showing good rifling but fine pitting throughout. This is a nice honest 1893 production rifle. The barrel and magazine retain a pleasing smooth brown patina with perhaps 20% original blue remaining in protected areas, along with some sparse specks of fine oxidation staining. The action, which features the serrated rear sliding dust cover rail, retains perhaps 40% original blue finish with most being on the sideplates and the balance a soft brown gray patina with some light staining primarily towards the rear of the frame. The buttplate has toned to brown as well with scattered fine pitting and oxidation, a little more pronounced at the heel and tang. The plain walnut stocks rate very good plus retaining much original finish with scattered light dents and handling marks from the years, almost adding to the antiquity of the rifle. The rifle is sighted with a standard sporting front sight and semi-buckhorn rear sight. A great looking later third model 1873 rifle. (57942-10) {ANTIQUE}
Winchester Model 53 Takedown Rifle
Lot # 62 (Sale Order: 62 of 821)
Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,000
serial #349, 44 WCF, 22" nickel steel barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains about 95% evenly thinning original blue toning to brown under bright light. There is some very light wear along the periphery of the muzzle and the forearm iron has toned to a pleasing brown patina. The action has toned to brown patina with lighter pewter gray along the edges and the loading gate, the hammer sides retain strong amounts of original blue. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend rate about very good overall with light dings and scratches, more prevalent on the buttstock. The buttstock is fitted with a standard grooved steel buttplate which has toned to a brown and gray patina with light oxidation staining at the heel. The rifle is sighted with a Lyman gold bead front sight and standard sporting rear sight. An overall very good early production low number Model 53. (58087-201) {C&R} [Kenneth Fry Collection]
Winchester Model 1873 Third Model Rifle
Lot # 63 (Sale Order: 63 of 821)
Low Estimate: 3,500High Estimate: 5,000
serial #167592A, 38-40, 24" octagon barrel with full magazine with a bright near excellent bore that shows a little light frosting within the grooves. This 1884 production rifle remains in very nice condition. The barrel retains a pale brown and gray patina with traces of blue in protected areas along with some very light silvering and a few sparse tiny nicks along the edges. The magazine tube is more of a pale gray overall with patches of brown and generous amounts of original blue along the protected areas of the barrel. The action retains about 20% original color case-hardened finish, the balance has toned to a soft German silver and pale brown patina. The nosecap retains a similar patina while the buttplate has toned to a smoky gray patina with a few tiny specks of oxidation staining. The fancy walnut stock and forend rate very good plus to near excellent having lovely figured grain and a few shallow scratches and handling marks. The rifle is sighted with a long Sheard style front sight, a standard sporting rear sight and model 62-B folding peep sight on the rear tang and the serrated rear sliding dust cover is present. A nice looking 1873 rifle. (57934-3) {ANTIQUE}
Fine Winchester Model 1894 Lever Action Rifle
Lot # 64 (Sale Order: 64 of 821)
Low Estimate: 1,200High Estimate: 1,800
serial #265556, 30 WCF, 26" round barrel with full magazine and a bright excellent bore. This is a nice, honest rifle in fabulous condition with the barrel and magazine retaining 95-97% original blue, loss due to fine silvering along the edges of the muzzle with a slightly larger spot on the belly of the magazine tube, a few minor rubbing scuffs and a speck or two of fine oxidation staining along the barrel. The action retains 90-95% original blue lightly thinning to brown with some scattered very fine staining, the loss primarily along the edges and belly. The color-case hardened finish on the the hammer has darkened over time with much crisp coloring remaining on the lever. The plain walnut stock and forend rate excellent retaining nearly all of their original finish with only a few minor marks and blemishes. The crescent steel buttplate has toned to a nice pleasing pewter patina. The rifle is sighted with a Lyman ivory bead front sight and an express rear sight. A lovely 1902 production Model 1894 rifle. (58024-2) {C&R}
Colt U.S. Single Action Army Cavalry Revolver with Nickel Finish
Lot # 65 (Sale Order: 65 of 821)
Low Estimate: 6,000High Estimate: 8,000
serial #95798, 45 Colt, 7 1/2" barrel with a mostly bright very good plus to near excellent bore which shows strong rifling but also with a few spots of light oxidation or very light pitting, more prominent nearer the muzzle. An interesting revolver which falls into the known range of Colt "buyback" guns, this example features an over all later, excellent quality nickel plate. There is some light loss and very light pitting on the right side of the ejector rod housing and a few light flakes missing from the barrel, most notably around the front sight and at the muzzle with a small area of loss near the frame. The cylinder shows some overall light oxidation and flaking along the sharp edges around the flutes. The frame shows a bit more flaking on the high edges and contact points as well as the loading gate and recoil shield. The top of the backstrap knuckle has toned plum as has the frontstrap. Many of the screws still show some good pale fire temper blue with strong traces on the trigger and mottled color case-hardening present on the hammer. The revolver has been fitted during the period of use with a pair of genuine mother-of-pearl grips with a carved right-side steer head. The grips are un-numbered and fit rather well, being slightly shy along the butt edge and showing minor flakes left and right at the top of the frame. The numbers are matching on barrel, frame, triggerguard, backstrap and cylinder with David Clark's inspectors markings on the underside of the barrel, leading edge of the frame and on the cylinder. There is a light "U.S." beneath the nickel on the left side of the frame to the rear of the patent dates. Really a very good example over all which seems to retain about 92% of what is likely Colt factory nickel , this example falling within a block of 15 numbers in the Colt records which was delivered to the U.S. Government in 1883, then re-purchased by Colt in 1888, the nearest number to this revolver's serial number being "95918"; revolver number "95743" and "95849" are also known DFC series nickel-plated revolvers, all this according to Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers a Continuing Study
Colt Single Action Army Revolver
Lot # 66 (Sale Order: 66 of 821)
Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #180720, 32-20 Win, 7 1/2" barrel with a very good bore which shows strong evident rifling but with sparsely scattered frosting and some light pitting. The barrel and ejector rod housing are primarily a smooth plum brown patina with some generous trace original blue in the protected areas, the front sight showing a few tool marks and was regulated during the period of use. The cylinder is primarily a smooth pewter patina with some trace blue in the flutes, also with scattered light oxidation and some areas of light pitting. The frame is a mottled silvery-gray-brown case-hardened patina with some sparsely scattered oxidation but showing some trace colors in the protected areas of the frame. The straps are primarily a plum brown with some trace original blue at the root of the guard, the butt showing a number of moderate impact marks. The checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt-Eagle grips rate very good and good, the right grip worn nearly smooth and showing a 1" crack, they are un-numbered but fit rather well being proud only in a couple areas. The gun seems to function as-designed mechanically. An honest and attractive small-bore SAA overall. (38171-22) {ANTIQUE}
Colt Single Action Army Revolver
Lot # 67 (Sale Order: 67 of 821)
Low Estimate: 3,000High Estimate: 5,000
serial #205640, 38 WCF, 5 1/2" barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore which shows strong rifling but with sparsely scattered light pitting. The barrel and ejector rod housing retain some strong trace original blue in the protected areas, perhaps 15%, with the balance flaking to a plum brown mixing with a pewter undertone; there are a few very sparsely scattered very light pinprick pits. The cylinder is now primarily a deep plum-gunmetal gray patina with scattered light oxidation and light pinprick pitting. The frame is a similar smooth plum patina with some generous traces of silvery case-hardening showing strong trace color in the pinched areas below the cylinder pin retainer. The straps are a smooth plum with trace blue at the root of the triggerguard. The checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt grips rate about very good, worn very nearly smooth, they are un-numbered but fit the grip frame very well. All of the visible numbers are matching and the gun seems to function well mechanically. An attractive six shooter overall that may perform well on the cowboy action circuit, manufactured 1901. (38158-33) {C&R}
Colt Single Action Army Revolver
Lot # 68 (Sale Order: 68 of 821)
Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 4,000
serial #296303, 41 Colt, 4 3/4" barrel with a mostly bright about very good bore which shows strong rifling but also shows scattered light oxidation and some light pitting. The metal surfaces are primarily a plum brown patina with underlying pewter gray. There are sparsely scattered areas of light pitting but there is some trace blue on the barrel and ejector rod housing, with some light impact marks on the barrel's left side. The frame shows some remnants of silvery case-hardening, more prominent on the hammer. The cylinder shows some areas of light oxidation with a number of small impact marks around one of the flutes and directly behind it. The checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt grips rate good, they are worn nearly smooth, the Rampant Colt logos still sharp, they are scratch-numbered to the gun, one showing an antique period repair. All of the visible numbers are matching and the gun seems to function well mechanically. Manufactured 1907. (38158-32) {C&R}
Colt Single Action Army Frontier Six Shooter Revolver
Lot # 69 (Sale Order: 69 of 821)
Low Estimate: 2,500High Estimate: 4,000
serial #204844, 44-40 WCF, 7 1/2" barrel with a good to near very good bore which shows evident rifling but with minor pitting its full-length, a few spots which could be characterized as moderate. The metal surfaces are an overall soft plum brown and tarnished pewter gray patina, the principal markings still legible with the left side barrel marking slightly light. There is scattered, near over all, light pinprick pitting, a few spots which are slightly more moderate on the frame. A couple of the screw heads show some light slot damage, one is a later replacement, as is the ejector rod head. The checkered hard rubber Rampant Colt grips rate about very good, they are worn fairly smooth and have now toned to a light brown, with the Rampant Colt logos still evident, they are scratch-numbered to a different gun but fit very well. The gun seems to function well mechanically however its lockup is slightly loose, the cylinder rod head is fairly well scarred up. Manufactured in 1901, a good entry-level Frontier Six Shooter for the budding Colt collector. (38158-34) {C&R}
Wonderful Factory Hoggson Engraved Henry Rifle by New Haven Arms Company
Lot # 70 (Sale Order: 70 of 821)
Low Estimate: 30,000High Estimate: 50,000
serial #8298, 44 RF, 24" octagon barrel with a very good bore. This rifle features factory engraving along with a highly figured walnut buttstock. The rifle bears all matching numbers on the barrel, frame, stock and buttplate. The engraving is the familiar pattern with loose relief flowing scroll on sides of frame, flower blossoms on the front panels and a dog on point on left side of frame. The rear of the frame bears the two punch dots on either side which is normally found on rifles engraved in this pattern and was thought to be a grading mark denoting the level of engraving. The lower tang is marked with a single letter "H" at the rear indicating that this rifle was inspected at the factory by B. Tyler Henry himself. The barrel assembly bears a pleasing and even brown patina being generally free of pitting and with all markings remaining clear and legible. The rifle is equipped with sling swivel and ring on left side of barrel and buttstock. The frame bears a pleasing mellow patina with engraving having a lovely appearance. The figured walnut buttstock rates excellent having been very lightly refinished long ago and having an excellent look. The rifle is sighted with a brass blade front and standard Henry ladder rear sights. The rifle comes with a four page George Madis letter discussing all details of the rifle and blessing it as all original as made by New Haven Arms Company. Serial #8300 is illustrated in Les Quick's the Henry Rifle, it is engraved in a nearly identical pattern including the two punch dots at rear of frame but it shows the jumping buck in place of the pointing dog. Engraved Henry rifles are coveted by collectors, this is a very fine example awaiting its new home in a fine collection of Winchester rifles. (18087-2) {ANTIQUE} [Kenneth Fry Collection]
Winchester Model 64 Deer Rifle in Original Factory Box
Lot # 71 (Sale Order: 71 of 821)
Low Estimate: 1,500High Estimate: 2,500
serial #1964358, 30-30, 24" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains 98-99% original blue finish displaying some lightly scattered handling marks and having the smallest amount of silvering around the muzzle. The frame and action retain 97-98% original blue finish having some slight loss on the belly and on the high edges along with having some extremely light scratches. The smooth walnut pistolgrip buttstock and semi-beavertail forend rate excellent displaying just a couple of light dings but otherwise remain as-new. Rifle is sighted with a brass bead hooded front sporting sight and a semi-buckhorn u-notch rear sight. Included with the rifle is original factory box. The box itself rates very good displaying the expected minor oxidation, scuff marks and oil stains from the years. The top of the box displays the original 20" x 5 1/2" "Winchester Model 64 Deer Rifle" label which remains in very good condition displaying some drying cracks. The bottom of the box shows scattered scuff marks and the original shipping tape; some of the corners have separated. The end label rates very good having 1" missing from the left side; there is a number written on the lower left side which is extremely light and unreadable. Included in the box is a factory leather sling that shows some light verdigris, super grade sling swivels and the Winchester "Important Instructions for Model 64" pamphlet which describes the takedown, assembly and operation of the gun. Overall an absolutely superb Model 64 Deer Rifle which appears unfired, likely unused since leaving New Haven in 1953. (177889-88) {C&R} [Allan Wilson Collection]
Winchester Pre '64 Model 70 Bolt Action Rifle
Lot # 72 (Sale Order: 72 of 821)
Low Estimate: 1,800High Estimate: 2,200
serial #137872, .257 Roberts, 24" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains 97% original blue finish having loss due to scattered light scratches and having some light silvering around the muzzle. The receiver retains 96% original matte black finish displaying some even loss on the high edges with factory proof marks present. The bolt handle retains 99% original blue and the bolt body remains bright showing some light operational wear; the bolt is correctly numbered to the gun. The floorplate and triggerguard retain 99% plus original blue finish. The checkered walnut pistolgrip buttstock rates excellent as expertly and wonderfully refinished. The stock displays just a few extremely light handling marks and shows a small repair to the wood on the left side of the floorplate. The stock is fitted with its original widow's peak steel buttplate which has been refinished. The rifle is sighted with its original hooded front sight and folding leaf rear. (177904-29) {C&R}
Winchester Model 52C Sporter Bolt Action Rifle
Lot # 73 (Sale Order: 73 of 821)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #90604C, 22 LR, 24" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains 98% original blue finish with a few light scratches and some light silvering around the muzzle. The receiver retains 97-98% original blue finish with some light scratches and one added drilled hole on top of the receiver. The bolt handle retains 95% original blue finish and the bolt body remains bright showing some light wear; the bolt is numbered to the gun. The checkered walnut Monte Carlo pistolgrip stock which features an ebony forend tip and a left side cheekpiece, rates near excellent displaying a light handling mark here and there. The stock is fitted with its original widow's peak buttplate which has toned to an even gray patina. The rifle is fitted with a sourdough sight and hood and a Lyman rear aperture sight and includes Super Grade style sling swivels. (178100-178) {C&R}
Winchester Pre '64 Model 70 Alaskan Bolt Action Rifle
Lot # 74 (Sale Order: 74 of 821)
Low Estimate: 2,000High Estimate: 3,000
serial #432956, 375 H&H, 25" barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel retains 98-99% original blue finish. The receiver retains 98% original matte black finish displaying just two tiny scuff marks on the left side; the correct factory proof marks are present. The bolt handle retains 95% original blue finish and the bolt body remains bright with light wear; the bolt is numbered to the gun. The triggerguard and floorplate retain 95% original blue finish having some light scratches and light silvering on the edges. The checkered walnut pistolgrip stock rates very good to near excellent with just a few light dings and scratches from the years of use; there are two 1" hairline with-the-grain cracks emanating from the upper and lower tangs. Rifle is sighted with its original hooded front sight and factory Lyman 6W dual folding leaf rear. (178100-189) {C&R} [Walter "Walt" Rauch Collection]
Wonderful Cased Colt 1849 Pocket Model Revolver
Lot # 75 (Sale Order: 75 of 821)
Low Estimate: 4,000High Estimate: 6,000
Wonderful Cased Colt 1849 Pocket Model Revolver serial #226365 all matching including wedge, .31 cal., 4" octagon barrel with a near excellent bore. This revolver bears the letter "L" above or below each of the serial numbers. This "L" was an export mark used by Colt on guns made in Hartford and intended for shipment to London. This revolver is unusual in that it has the "L" but does not bear any London proofs meaning it was never sold in England and in fact may have never left our shores. The condition of the revolver is wonderful with the barrel retaining about 95% bright original blue finish with just a little light flaking and with those areas bearing a pleasing smooth brown patina. The loading lever shows very strong original color case-hardened finish. The cylinder shows all of its original stagecoach hold-up scene and retains about 30-40% original blue with the balance flaked and with those areas showing a lovely smooth brown patina. The frame retains 98% brilliant original color case-hardened finish while the brass gripstraps retain about 85% original silver plated finish with loss being due to thinning on the backstrap. The one-piece walnut grip rates excellent with 95% original finish remaining. The revolver comes cased in its original walnut case which rates excellent with proper scribe marks around hinges and lock and with no cracks in the lid or soft wood bottom. The interior of the case is lined in red baize which is excellent and the included accessories are a nice eagle flask, brass two cavity "COLT'S / PATENT" marked mould and a small Eley cap tin. The front of the case has an applied round brass keyhole escutcheon which is held in place with two tiny screws. Key is present. A very nice, high condition cased Colt Pocket. Robert Romagnoli Collection (18120-1) {ANTIQUE}
