Auction No. 146 Featuring Fine Collectible Arms

Auction No. 146 Featuring Fine Collectible Arms

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Auction No. 146 Featuring Fine Collectible Arms

Auction No. 146 Featuring Fine Collectible Arms

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This sale by Amoskeag Auction Company features over 600 lots of rare and historic firearms. View the entire catalog here.
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French Contract Peabody Single Shot Rifle by Providence Tool Co.

Lot # 251 (Sale Order: 251 of 636)      

43 Spanish, 33'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel and bands show an old cleaning and are mostly a medium gunmetal patina with mild gray-brown undertones showing remnants of fine oxidation staining. The rear sight assembly retains fine original blue and the receiver and lockplate retain about 90% original vibrant case-hardened colors showing a little mild speckling and drifting to a silvery patina along the lever and lockplate. Two action screws show moderate slot damage and they otherwise retain fine fire blue. All markings remain intact and strong with top of action and barrel bearing the German ''(Crown) / V'' voluntary proof mark, so often seen on this variant and indicating its capture or reparation post Franco-Prussian War. The smooth walnut stocks remain in very fine condition retaining most of their original finish and showing scattered light dings and handling marks. All proper hardware is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A nice example of these interesting rifles for the martial collector. (13B11944-1) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
43 Spanish, 33'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel and bands show an old cleaning and are mostly a medium gunmetal patina with mild gray-brown undertones sh...moreowing remnants of fine oxidation staining. The rear sight assembly retains fine original blue and the receiver and lockplate retain about 90% original vibrant case-hardened colors showing a little mild speckling and drifting to a silvery patina along the lever and lockplate. Two action screws show moderate slot damage and they otherwise retain fine fire blue. All markings remain intact and strong with top of action and barrel bearing the German ''(Crown) / V'' voluntary proof mark, so often seen on this variant and indicating its capture or reparation post Franco-Prussian War. The smooth walnut stocks remain in very fine condition retaining most of their original finish and showing scattered light dings and handling marks. All proper hardware is intact and the action seems to function well mechanically. A nice example of these interesting rifles for the martial collector. (13B11944-1) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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Henry Deringer Indian Trade Type Flintlock Musket

Lot # 252 (Sale Order: 252 of 636)      

Description Update 05-28-2025: The walnut stock rates about good as cleaned some time ago showing a bit of added oil finish, some old thin cracks and small shallow chips scattered about the edges, and a repaired chip below the lockplate. The wood shows darkened oxidation leaching around the lockplate and left flat, some of the hardware not fitted perfectly.
About .62 cal, 40 3/4” part round part octagon barrel with nice turned medial at the point of transition and a very good bore showing light oxidation. Though not following the government contract pattern Indian Trade muskets made by Deringer, this is otherwise an attractive piece that has been reconverted to flint utilizing an antique lockplate. The metal surfaces are a pleasant plum-brown patina showing some scattered old oxidation and remnants of old moderate erosion around the touch hole and tang. The barrel flat retains good markings with “H. DERINGER / PHILA” and the center of the lockplate is also marked “H. DERINGER”. The replacement lockplate fits rather shy of the inletting particularly along the rear edge and it is equipped with a bridled roller frizzen. The frizzen and jaw screw appear to be later aged replacements. The barrel is secured by three keys without escutcheons and the brass fittings include dual ramrod thimbles, tailpipe, triggerguard, buttplate and decorative rear lock screw escutcheon that have toned to a pleasant mild ocher patina. The stock is extensively decorated with the familiar brass brads that show age and consistent patina with the rest of the hardware, there are 53 of them (one missing along point of comb), with 9 of them arranged into a cross on the right side of the buttstock. The lock is not crisp and shifts around when manipulated but does hold at full cock. A simple iron ramrod is present. An interesting piece for over the mantel, with a lot of character. (13C12017-2) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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British Flintlock Officer's Fusil by Ketland with Original Bayonet

Lot # 253 (Sale Order: 253 of 636)      

.65 cal, 39 3/4'' part round part octagon barrel with turned medial at point of transition and a good bore showing light oxidation its full-length. This is a rather attractive commercial fusil in the original flint, the barrel and lockplate toning to a mix of deep gunmetal gray and plum-brown patina showing scattered old oxidation. The breech flat shows period Birmingham proofs and the bead front sight is flanked by a decorative silver inlay. The lockplate features double line borders, crown in center and ''T / KETLAND / & Co'' at rear. The lockplate is equipped with bridled roller frizzen, the inside marked ''K.W.&A.'' and the bottom edge showing assembly mark ''VIII'' which matches the lock screws and the included socket bayonet. The barrel is secured by three keys without escutcheons and the brass fittings consist of nosecap, long front thimble, smaller middle thimble, tailpipe, triggerguard, buttplate and concave sideplate all toning to a pleasant medium ocher patina. The walnut stock with checkered grip remains in very good condition with scattered thin drying cracks and old chips at the toe, above the lockplate and left side behind the nosecap. The left side of the buttstock is prominently stamped with the name ''GOURGAS'', perhaps that of the original owner. The front sling swivel has been lost to the years, an iron ramrod is present and the included matching socket bayonet is in very fine condition and equipped with a 12'' blade with pair of deep back flutes and the face stamped with small ''K.W.&A.'' This is a very good and honest fusil for the antique arms collector. (13B11690-3) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)
.65 cal, 39 3/4'' part round part octagon barrel with turned medial at point of transition and a good bore showing light oxidation its full-length. This is a rather attra...morective commercial fusil in the original flint, the barrel and lockplate toning to a mix of deep gunmetal gray and plum-brown patina showing scattered old oxidation. The breech flat shows period Birmingham proofs and the bead front sight is flanked by a decorative silver inlay. The lockplate features double line borders, crown in center and ''T / KETLAND / & Co'' at rear. The lockplate is equipped with bridled roller frizzen, the inside marked ''K.W.&A.'' and the bottom edge showing assembly mark ''VIII'' which matches the lock screws and the included socket bayonet. The barrel is secured by three keys without escutcheons and the brass fittings consist of nosecap, long front thimble, smaller middle thimble, tailpipe, triggerguard, buttplate and concave sideplate all toning to a pleasant medium ocher patina. The walnut stock with checkered grip remains in very good condition with scattered thin drying cracks and old chips at the toe, above the lockplate and left side behind the nosecap. The left side of the buttstock is prominently stamped with the name ''GOURGAS'', perhaps that of the original owner. The front sling swivel has been lost to the years, an iron ramrod is present and the included matching socket bayonet is in very fine condition and equipped with a 12'' blade with pair of deep back flutes and the face stamped with small ''K.W.&A.'' This is a very good and honest fusil for the antique arms collector. (13B11690-3) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

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Rare & Early Frank Wesson Percussion Halfstock Fowler

Lot # 254 (Sale Order: 254 of 636)      

16 bore, 32'' barrel with an about very good lightly oxidized bore. This is a seldom seen early Frank Wesson percussion arm, similar to the example pictured in volume three of ''Frank Wesson Gunmaker'' by Woods, Littlefield, Rowe et al. Indeed only two percussion arms are pictured in the volume and the authors note their very low production due to the onset of metallic cartridge guns. The metal surfaces have been carefully cleaned and are now a silvery pewter gunmetal patina with some sparsely scattered minor oxidation staining and remnants of pinprick pitting, a bit more noticeable around the swirling nipple bolster. The only apparent marking on the gun is atop the barrel breech, neatly stamped ''F. WESSON. / WORCESTER MASS.'' Fittings include a barrel under-rib with dual iron ramrod thimbles, pewter nosecap, German silver barrel wedge escutcheons and the brass components consisting of tailpipe, triggerguard with small spur at rear, trigger, and buttplate which have seen a light cleaning to goldenrod patina. The checkered walnut stock rates very good plus as neatly refinished showing a few scattered darkened areas, repaired crack at left flat and some other light handling marks. An antique brass-tipped hickory ramrod with worm end is included which is probably original equipment, the front sight is a small German silver bead and the lock seems to function well mechanically. A very good Frank Wesson for the dedicated collector. (13B12040-8) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
16 bore, 32'' barrel with an about very good lightly oxidized bore. This is a seldom seen early Frank Wesson percussion arm, similar to the example pictured in volume thr...moreee of ''Frank Wesson Gunmaker'' by Woods, Littlefield, Rowe et al. Indeed only two percussion arms are pictured in the volume and the authors note their very low production due to the onset of metallic cartridge guns. The metal surfaces have been carefully cleaned and are now a silvery pewter gunmetal patina with some sparsely scattered minor oxidation staining and remnants of pinprick pitting, a bit more noticeable around the swirling nipple bolster. The only apparent marking on the gun is atop the barrel breech, neatly stamped ''F. WESSON. / WORCESTER MASS.'' Fittings include a barrel under-rib with dual iron ramrod thimbles, pewter nosecap, German silver barrel wedge escutcheons and the brass components consisting of tailpipe, triggerguard with small spur at rear, trigger, and buttplate which have seen a light cleaning to goldenrod patina. The checkered walnut stock rates very good plus as neatly refinished showing a few scattered darkened areas, repaired crack at left flat and some other light handling marks. An antique brass-tipped hickory ramrod with worm end is included which is probably original equipment, the front sight is a small German silver bead and the lock seems to function well mechanically. A very good Frank Wesson for the dedicated collector. (13B12040-8) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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British Improved Revolving Percussion Pepperbox Pistol by Edge

Lot # 255 (Sale Order: 255 of 636)      

.41 cal, 4 1/4'' six-barrel cluster with very good lightly oxidized bores. The barrels and other iron surfaces of this attractive large bore pepperbox are mostly a mix of gunmetal and gray-brown patina showing some overall light to perhaps moderate oxidation staining. The barrels show period Birmingham proofs and the German silver frame remains in excellent condition showing a nice honest patina overall and is embellished with fine foliate scrollwork throughout and reeded front edges along nipple shield. The left side shows ''EDGE / MANCHESTER'' in riband while the right is engraved ''IMPROVED / REVOLVING PISTOL''. The smooth walnut grips rate near excellent retaining about 90% original varnish that is flaking a bit along the right panel. The sliding safety is a bit worn and does not latch the hammer properly and the trigger reset is a little weak but the action otherwise seems to function normally. A fine large-sized British bar hammer pistol. (13B12039-33) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
.41 cal, 4 1/4'' six-barrel cluster with very good lightly oxidized bores. The barrels and other iron surfaces of this attractive large bore pepperbox are mostly a mix of...more gunmetal and gray-brown patina showing some overall light to perhaps moderate oxidation staining. The barrels show period Birmingham proofs and the German silver frame remains in excellent condition showing a nice honest patina overall and is embellished with fine foliate scrollwork throughout and reeded front edges along nipple shield. The left side shows ''EDGE / MANCHESTER'' in riband while the right is engraved ''IMPROVED / REVOLVING PISTOL''. The smooth walnut grips rate near excellent retaining about 90% original varnish that is flaking a bit along the right panel. The sliding safety is a bit worn and does not latch the hammer properly and the trigger reset is a little weak but the action otherwise seems to function normally. A fine large-sized British bar hammer pistol. (13B12039-33) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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Attractive Japanese Tanegashima Matchlock Pistol

Lot # 256 (Sale Order: 256 of 636)      

.50 cal, 12'' barrel with an oxidized bore. The exposed iron surfaces of the barrel have mostly toned to a deep plum-brown patina showing a few patches of moderate oxidation, most noticeable about mid-barrel. The barrel is wonderfully appointed with decorative silver inlays its full length which have taken on a lovely dark tarnish featuring geometric muzzle band and a finely detailed dragon amongst the clouds between the sights, its eyes picked out with silver beads. The top flats nearer the breech are inlaid with gold Japanese markings that appear to translate to ''owari no kami'', a noble rank, and there is a familial silver moon behind the rear sight that appears to be for the Tokugawa clan. Finally, behind the rear sight there is a very nice gold and silver inlaid daikon radish. The pan cover has been lost to the years and the lock and other small parts are brass toned to a pleasant honest ocher patina with some tarnish and verdigris along the nose of the serpentine and flash plate. There is a pin atop the wrist that appears to have been replaced with a later nail and the forward barrel peg is missing. The hardwood stock rates about very good plus showing some scattered thin drying cracks, a few longer cracks starting to splinter along the edges of the forend and some thin chips around the tip of ramrod channel. The ramrod is not present and the lock is functional. This is a lovely matchlock pistol for the Japanese or antique arms collector. (13D12050-4) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
.50 cal, 12'' barrel with an oxidized bore. The exposed iron surfaces of the barrel have mostly toned to a deep plum-brown patina showing a few patches of moderate oxidat...moreion, most noticeable about mid-barrel. The barrel is wonderfully appointed with decorative silver inlays its full length which have taken on a lovely dark tarnish featuring geometric muzzle band and a finely detailed dragon amongst the clouds between the sights, its eyes picked out with silver beads. The top flats nearer the breech are inlaid with gold Japanese markings that appear to translate to ''owari no kami'', a noble rank, and there is a familial silver moon behind the rear sight that appears to be for the Tokugawa clan. Finally, behind the rear sight there is a very nice gold and silver inlaid daikon radish. The pan cover has been lost to the years and the lock and other small parts are brass toned to a pleasant honest ocher patina with some tarnish and verdigris along the nose of the serpentine and flash plate. There is a pin atop the wrist that appears to have been replaced with a later nail and the forward barrel peg is missing. The hardwood stock rates about very good plus showing some scattered thin drying cracks, a few longer cracks starting to splinter along the edges of the forend and some thin chips around the tip of ramrod channel. The ramrod is not present and the lock is functional. This is a lovely matchlock pistol for the Japanese or antique arms collector. (13D12050-4) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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Rare Farrow Arms Co. Grade 1 Falling Block Single Shot Sporting Rifle

Lot # 257 (Sale Order: 257 of 636)      

32-40, 31 1/2'' heavy octagon barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few small areas of light oxidation nearer the muzzle and otherwise crisp 14-groove rifling. Designed by famed American target shooter Willard Milton Farrow in the 1880s and produced in low numbers into the early 1900s, these interesting rifles employ a lever-actuated short falling block action. This example appears to be un-numbered and is missing its large barrel retainer pin, extractor and a number of small action parts which, at the very least, is not allowing the hammer to cock. Indeed the trigger mechanism on this example appears to be different from others we have found, with the trigger mounted into the lever assembly. The barrel has mostly toned to a rich plum-brown patina showing some scattered small areas of old oxidation and streaks of original blue throughout. The muzzle is drilled for a three-prong false muzzle which, amazingly, is still present. The top flat shows crisp ''FARROW ARMS CO.'' marking and the action is a similar patina as the barrel showing a few more noticeable old dings or light tool marks, retaining some generous hints of original brilliant fire blue. A small wooden finger rest that shows moderate honest wear has been added to the exterior bow of the lever during the period of use, carefully secured with two lengths of wire, and there is a cutout along the underside of the forend likely for mounting a now-lost palm rest. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and schnabel forend remain in good condition retaining strong original finish and showing nice raised grain along with some scattered light dings and thin cracks along some edges. The most noticeable apology is a 2 1/2'' missing triangular section at the toe which was leveled and smoothed out long ago no doubt in preparation to be repaired so this would likely be an easy fix for a good wood man. The stock features a rather shallow left-side cheekpiece, checkered panels with interesting wide bordering and nickel-plated schuetzen buttplate. What appears to be the original aperture tang sight is present and the target globe front sight is missing its insert. These rare rifles are much sought-after by the astute collector of fine American single shot rifles. (13D12050-2) {C&R} (3000/5000)
32-40, 31 1/2'' heavy octagon barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a few small areas of light oxidation nearer the muzzle and otherwise crisp 14-groove riflin...moreg. Designed by famed American target shooter Willard Milton Farrow in the 1880s and produced in low numbers into the early 1900s, these interesting rifles employ a lever-actuated short falling block action. This example appears to be un-numbered and is missing its large barrel retainer pin, extractor and a number of small action parts which, at the very least, is not allowing the hammer to cock. Indeed the trigger mechanism on this example appears to be different from others we have found, with the trigger mounted into the lever assembly. The barrel has mostly toned to a rich plum-brown patina showing some scattered small areas of old oxidation and streaks of original blue throughout. The muzzle is drilled for a three-prong false muzzle which, amazingly, is still present. The top flat shows crisp ''FARROW ARMS CO.'' marking and the action is a similar patina as the barrel showing a few more noticeable old dings or light tool marks, retaining some generous hints of original brilliant fire blue. A small wooden finger rest that shows moderate honest wear has been added to the exterior bow of the lever during the period of use, carefully secured with two lengths of wire, and there is a cutout along the underside of the forend likely for mounting a now-lost palm rest. The checkered pistolgrip walnut buttstock and schnabel forend remain in good condition retaining strong original finish and showing nice raised grain along with some scattered light dings and thin cracks along some edges. The most noticeable apology is a 2 1/2'' missing triangular section at the toe which was leveled and smoothed out long ago no doubt in preparation to be repaired so this would likely be an easy fix for a good wood man. The stock features a rather shallow left-side cheekpiece, checkered panels with interesting wide bordering and nickel-plated schuetzen buttplate. What appears to be the original aperture tang sight is present and the target globe front sight is missing its insert. These rare rifles are much sought-after by the astute collector of fine American single shot rifles. (13D12050-2) {C&R} (3000/5000)

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Scarce Soviet Korovin TK Semi-Auto Pistol by Tula

Lot # 258 (Sale Order: 258 of 636)      

serial #45109, 25 ACP, 2 5/8'' barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing a little pinprick pitting and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain about 60% original bright blue flaking and toning mostly to a mild gray patina with moderate silvering along the high edges. The trigger and safety lever retain hints of straw color mostly toning to smooth gray and all markings remain crisp and clear showing Tula's commercial ''T'' in a triangle stamp on the left side frame and circled ''K'' proof on the right. The checkered walnut grips remain in very good plus condition right and very good left showing scattered light dings and the left with some more noticeable old abrasions. The barrel and slide are matching the frame and there is no magazine present. The recoil spring is in two pieces but the action otherwise seems to function normally. The first successful semi-auto pistol made in the Soviet Union, these guns saw extensive use and were popular with senior officers, officials and internal state security organizations. (13B11757-67) {C&R} (2500/3500)
serial #45109, 25 ACP, 2 5/8'' barrel with a mostly bright very good plus bore showing a little pinprick pitting and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces retain ...moreabout 60% original bright blue flaking and toning mostly to a mild gray patina with moderate silvering along the high edges. The trigger and safety lever retain hints of straw color mostly toning to smooth gray and all markings remain crisp and clear showing Tula's commercial ''T'' in a triangle stamp on the left side frame and circled ''K'' proof on the right. The checkered walnut grips remain in very good plus condition right and very good left showing scattered light dings and the left with some more noticeable old abrasions. The barrel and slide are matching the frame and there is no magazine present. The recoil spring is in two pieces but the action otherwise seems to function normally. The first successful semi-auto pistol made in the Soviet Union, these guns saw extensive use and were popular with senior officers, officials and internal state security organizations. (13B11757-67) {C&R} (2500/3500)

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U.S. Model 1863 Type II Percussion Rifle-Musket by Springfield Armory

Lot # 259 (Sale Order: 259 of 636)      

.58 cal, 40'' barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a little mild oxidation back from the muzzle and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this attractive 1864-dated rifle-musket is a mild pewter gunmetal patina exhibiting some pale brown undertones and remnants of minor oxidation staining. The breech retains strong markings and the rear sight assembly shows strong dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening. The lockplate retains crisp markings and generous original case-hardening that is drifting to a pleasant smoky patina overall showing a few thin vibrant wisps. The bands, triggerguard and other small parts have been polished bright showing a few scattered remnants of pinprick pitting. The smooth walnut stock rates very fine with strong oil finished and nice raised grain showing some scattered light dings, handling marks and a small repaired chip along the left side of the nose. The left flat retains a fine ''RPB'' inspector cartouche and a steel tulip-shaped ramrod that is perhaps a touch long is included. The lock is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. A handsome example of the ubiquitous Model 1863 Type II so widely used in the latter part of the Civil War. (13C12008-6) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
.58 cal, 40'' barrel with a bright near excellent bore showing a little mild oxidation back from the muzzle and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barrel of this att...moreractive 1864-dated rifle-musket is a mild pewter gunmetal patina exhibiting some pale brown undertones and remnants of minor oxidation staining. The breech retains strong markings and the rear sight assembly shows strong dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening. The lockplate retains crisp markings and generous original case-hardening that is drifting to a pleasant smoky patina overall showing a few thin vibrant wisps. The bands, triggerguard and other small parts have been polished bright showing a few scattered remnants of pinprick pitting. The smooth walnut stock rates very fine with strong oil finished and nice raised grain showing some scattered light dings, handling marks and a small repaired chip along the left side of the nose. The left flat retains a fine ''RPB'' inspector cartouche and a steel tulip-shaped ramrod that is perhaps a touch long is included. The lock is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. A handsome example of the ubiquitous Model 1863 Type II so widely used in the latter part of the Civil War. (13C12008-6) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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Very Fine U.S. Model 1871 Rolling Block Rifle by Springfield Armory

Lot # 260 (Sale Order: 260 of 636)      

50-70, 36'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel remains mostly armory bright showing a few lightly cleaned pinprick pits and some sparse freckling while the rear sight shows fine oil-quenched case-hardening. The rear barrel band is a mottled gray-brown patina showing some cleaned more moderate old pitting and the buttplate has been neatly polished. The action retains about 92% original vibrant case-hardened colors that are quite lovely showing some areas of mild gray-brown speckling. The markings are crisp and the small action parts are partially bright with areas toning to gray-brown. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in near excellent condition with fine original oil finish and nice raised grain, the buttstock showing some thin scratches and dings along the sides and a very thin minor crack at the upper tang. The left side of the wrist retains a crisp ''ESA'' inspector cartouche with smaller inspector stamp visible behind triggerguard tang. A proper cleaning rod is present and the action is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. A very nice example of these martial rolling block rifles. (13C12008-3) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)
50-70, 36'' barrel with a bright excellent bore. The barrel remains mostly armory bright showing a few lightly cleaned pinprick pits and some sparse freckling while the r...moreear sight shows fine oil-quenched case-hardening. The rear barrel band is a mottled gray-brown patina showing some cleaned more moderate old pitting and the buttplate has been neatly polished. The action retains about 92% original vibrant case-hardened colors that are quite lovely showing some areas of mild gray-brown speckling. The markings are crisp and the small action parts are partially bright with areas toning to gray-brown. The smooth walnut buttstock and forend remain in near excellent condition with fine original oil finish and nice raised grain, the buttstock showing some thin scratches and dings along the sides and a very thin minor crack at the upper tang. The left side of the wrist retains a crisp ''ESA'' inspector cartouche with smaller inspector stamp visible behind triggerguard tang. A proper cleaning rod is present and the action is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. A very nice example of these martial rolling block rifles. (13C12008-3) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

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Cased British Double Action Percussion Revolver by Thomas Herbert

Lot # 261 (Sale Order: 261 of 636)      

54 bore (.442 cal), 6'' octagon barrel with a partially bright good bore showing scattered light pitting and oxidation with strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this revolver retains about 90% original bright blue showing some scattered light flaking and oxidation speckling. The barrel shows some light foliate embellishments and period Birmingham proofs, the topstrap engraved in rather small lettering with retailer information ''THOS HERBERT LONDON''. The frame and cylinder show an old cleaning to pewter gunmetal patina showing some scattered light oxidation and flakes of blue lurking about the protected areas. The arm shows light bordering and foliate scrollwork embellishments and the checkered walnut grips with nicely fluted cheeks rate excellent. The action will require some mechanical attention as the hammer does not hold at full cock in single action but otherwise seems to function well mechanically in double action with good timing and lock-up. The case remains in very fine condition showing some light handling marks and is lined in dark green baize which shows some mild scuffing and staining; the lock catch is broken. The case contains a full complement of fine accessories including: rosewood cleaning jag, rosewood-handled turn screw and nipple wrench, pewter oil bottle, five spare nipples, single cavity conical bullet mould, small unmarked powder flask and a tin of UMC percussion caps in the covered compartment. This revolver is attributed to a Mr. Henry Whiting (1816-1887) who was a well-regarded shipmaster from Plymouth, Massachusetts. The included old type-written obituary extolls Captain Whiting's honorable nature and notes that over the course of his career he sailed around the world three times, never meeting with any serious accident. Finally included is a period ambrotype that is a bit faded from the years but clearly shows the face of, presumably, Henry Whiting. A very fine and interesting ensemble for the antique arms collector. (13B12039-35) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)
54 bore (.442 cal), 6'' octagon barrel with a partially bright good bore showing scattered light pitting and oxidation with strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this ...morerevolver retains about 90% original bright blue showing some scattered light flaking and oxidation speckling. The barrel shows some light foliate embellishments and period Birmingham proofs, the topstrap engraved in rather small lettering with retailer information ''THOS HERBERT LONDON''. The frame and cylinder show an old cleaning to pewter gunmetal patina showing some scattered light oxidation and flakes of blue lurking about the protected areas. The arm shows light bordering and foliate scrollwork embellishments and the checkered walnut grips with nicely fluted cheeks rate excellent. The action will require some mechanical attention as the hammer does not hold at full cock in single action but otherwise seems to function well mechanically in double action with good timing and lock-up. The case remains in very fine condition showing some light handling marks and is lined in dark green baize which shows some mild scuffing and staining; the lock catch is broken. The case contains a full complement of fine accessories including: rosewood cleaning jag, rosewood-handled turn screw and nipple wrench, pewter oil bottle, five spare nipples, single cavity conical bullet mould, small unmarked powder flask and a tin of UMC percussion caps in the covered compartment. This revolver is attributed to a Mr. Henry Whiting (1816-1887) who was a well-regarded shipmaster from Plymouth, Massachusetts. The included old type-written obituary extolls Captain Whiting's honorable nature and notes that over the course of his career he sailed around the world three times, never meeting with any serious accident. Finally included is a period ambrotype that is a bit faded from the years but clearly shows the face of, presumably, Henry Whiting. A very fine and interesting ensemble for the antique arms collector. (13B12039-35) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

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Royal Irish Constabulary Mark I Lee Enfield Bolt Action Carbine by Enfield

Lot # 262 (Sale Order: 262 of 636)      

serial #5679, 303 British, 20 3/4'' barrel with a bright very fine bore showing light oxidation in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1897-dated carbine retain about 80-85% arsenal refurbished rust blue showing high edge wear, areas toning to gray-brown patina under bright light and a small spot of old moderate pitting on the dust cover and edge of magazine cutoff. All original markings remain intact and strong showing nice socket markings and the carbine is stamped with opposing broad arrow out-of-service stamps, later British commercial export proofs and small "ENGLAND" import mark on the socket. The smooth walnut stocks rate about very good plus showing honest service wear with overall moderate dings and various well-executed arsenal repairs at the nose, one small repair to a crack at the handguard nose having come undone from the years. The right side of the buttstock retains a softened but legible Enfield cartouche and the disc retains fine markings showing ''12. '04 / R.I.C / 7338''. The rear sight leaf is numbered ''6764'', the rear sling swivel is missing and the magazine is a later 10-round variant numbered ''57835L''. The bolt and barrel are matching the receiver, the ''5'' on the bolt struck over another digit but obviously done by the arsenal, and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very good example of these desirable and interesting Enfield carbines. (13B12000-11) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
serial #5679, 303 British, 20 3/4'' barrel with a bright very fine bore showing light oxidation in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. The metal surfaces of this 1...more897-dated carbine retain about 80-85% arsenal refurbished rust blue showing high edge wear, areas toning to gray-brown patina under bright light and a small spot of old moderate pitting on the dust cover and edge of magazine cutoff. All original markings remain intact and strong showing nice socket markings and the carbine is stamped with opposing broad arrow out-of-service stamps, later British commercial export proofs and small "ENGLAND" import mark on the socket. The smooth walnut stocks rate about very good plus showing honest service wear with overall moderate dings and various well-executed arsenal repairs at the nose, one small repair to a crack at the handguard nose having come undone from the years. The right side of the buttstock retains a softened but legible Enfield cartouche and the disc retains fine markings showing ''12. '04 / R.I.C / 7338''. The rear sight leaf is numbered ''6764'', the rear sling swivel is missing and the magazine is a later 10-round variant numbered ''57835L''. The bolt and barrel are matching the receiver, the ''5'' on the bolt struck over another digit but obviously done by the arsenal, and the action seems to function well mechanically. A very good example of these desirable and interesting Enfield carbines. (13B12000-11) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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Mass. Arms Co. Maynard Model 1882 Sporting Rifle with Full-Length Malcolm Riflescope

Lot # 263 (Sale Order: 263 of 636)      

serial #2492, 25-20 SS, 24'' round barrel with octagonal breech and a bright excellent bore. The barrel is serial-numbered ''3412'' and retains about 85% original blue with scattered light oxidation and toning to mild gray-brown patina under bright light. The action retains some wisps of vibrant case-hardened colors and otherwise strong smoky case-hardened patina throughout along with scattered old oxidation, a bit more noticeable along the left side. The action markings remain crisp and the lower tang/trigger plate shows fine bright blue. The rifle is fitted with a rather nice nickel-plated Malcolm scope that measures 28 1/4'' overall retaining about 92% original finish with some scattered light flaking, handling marks and front edge of the tube a bit out-of-round. The scope body has three small vacant screw holes on top, the front mount is rather loose in its dovetail and the optics are very dark and cloudy, the reticle being an ad-hoc large aperture on post. The smooth walnut stock rates good showing a 3'' flexing crack along the right side of the wrist and small chips left and right of heel (the right piece still present). The rather dainty nickel-plated Swiss buttplate is shaped rather differently than factory hardware and is un-numbered on its interior but is certainly period. The rifle is equipped with a vacant tang sight base and the firing pin is missing but the action otherwise seems to function normally. An attractive rifle with a nice bore that just needs a little work. (13B12000-6) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)
serial #2492, 25-20 SS, 24'' round barrel with octagonal breech and a bright excellent bore. The barrel is serial-numbered ''3412'' and retains about 85% original blue wi...moreth scattered light oxidation and toning to mild gray-brown patina under bright light. The action retains some wisps of vibrant case-hardened colors and otherwise strong smoky case-hardened patina throughout along with scattered old oxidation, a bit more noticeable along the left side. The action markings remain crisp and the lower tang/trigger plate shows fine bright blue. The rifle is fitted with a rather nice nickel-plated Malcolm scope that measures 28 1/4'' overall retaining about 92% original finish with some scattered light flaking, handling marks and front edge of the tube a bit out-of-round. The scope body has three small vacant screw holes on top, the front mount is rather loose in its dovetail and the optics are very dark and cloudy, the reticle being an ad-hoc large aperture on post. The smooth walnut stock rates good showing a 3'' flexing crack along the right side of the wrist and small chips left and right of heel (the right piece still present). The rather dainty nickel-plated Swiss buttplate is shaped rather differently than factory hardware and is un-numbered on its interior but is certainly period. The rifle is equipped with a vacant tang sight base and the firing pin is missing but the action otherwise seems to function normally. An attractive rifle with a nice bore that just needs a little work. (13B12000-6) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

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Winchester Model 52 Bolt Action Rifle

Lot # 264 (Sale Order: 264 of 636)      

serial #11023, 22 LR, 28'' barrel with a bright very fine to near excellent bore showing a few small areas of mild oxidation and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The barreled action of this 1927-made pre-speed lock rifle retains about 90% original blue showing some sparsely scattered light oxidation speckling and subtle thinning under bright light. There is a small but moderate ding on the right side of the barrel 3'' back from the muzzle which has been slightly dressed. The bolt retains a similar amount of original blue and dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening showing some mild operational wear and the rear of the receiver appears to be in fine order with no crack. The bright blue along the barrel band and triggerguard show some more moderate flaking to gray-brown patina as is typical and the checkered steel buttplate shows a few areas of light to moderate oxidation. The smooth pistolgrip walnut stock with fingergrooves rates about very good plus showing an old light cleaning showing some scattered light handling marks and a few more noticeable dings along the left side. One original magazine is included and the rifle is sighted with the proper Lyman 82A rear sight and a Lyman target globe front with aperture insert. This is a very attractive and rather early Model 52 for the rimfire enthusiast and collector. (13B12000-9) {C&R} (1000/1500)
serial #11023, 22 LR, 28'' barrel with a bright very fine to near excellent bore showing a few small areas of mild oxidation and otherwise crisp rifling throughout. The b...morearreled action of this 1927-made pre-speed lock rifle retains about 90% original blue showing some sparsely scattered light oxidation speckling and subtle thinning under bright light. There is a small but moderate ding on the right side of the barrel 3'' back from the muzzle which has been slightly dressed. The bolt retains a similar amount of original blue and dark gray oil-quenched case-hardening showing some mild operational wear and the rear of the receiver appears to be in fine order with no crack. The bright blue along the barrel band and triggerguard show some more moderate flaking to gray-brown patina as is typical and the checkered steel buttplate shows a few areas of light to moderate oxidation. The smooth pistolgrip walnut stock with fingergrooves rates about very good plus showing an old light cleaning showing some scattered light handling marks and a few more noticeable dings along the left side. One original magazine is included and the rifle is sighted with the proper Lyman 82A rear sight and a Lyman target globe front with aperture insert. This is a very attractive and rather early Model 52 for the rimfire enthusiast and collector. (13B12000-9) {C&R} (1000/1500)

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Whitney Model 1816 Flintlock Musket

Lot # 265 (Sale Order: 265 of 636)      

.69 cal, 42'' barrel with a lightly oxidized bore. This attractive style III musket remains in the original flint and maintains a fine honest appearance overall, the metal surfaces mostly toning to an even rich plum-brown patina with scattered areas of old oxidation and the lockplate with some areas of slightly brighter gunmetal gray patina. The barrel shows ''W'' stamps atop breech and upper tang along with a diamond touch mark and circled ''P'' while the lockplate has a pair of ''W'' stamps at rear and ''N.HAVEN'' in riband in center. The smooth walnut stock rates very good plus to fine having darkened somewhat from the years showing a few lengthy drying cracks against the buttplate, right side of wrist and near the lock screw that are rather thin and mostly unobtrusive along with some other scattered old dings. The stock shows nice raised grain and retains a softened but visible inspector cartouche on left flat and a tiny ''US'' stamp on the left side buttstock. The sling swivels are intact and a proper iron ramrod that is somewhat short due to an old break at the bottom is present. The lock is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. A handsome Whitney musket for the antique arms collector. (13C12000-1) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
.69 cal, 42'' barrel with a lightly oxidized bore. This attractive style III musket remains in the original flint and maintains a fine honest appearance overall, the meta...morel surfaces mostly toning to an even rich plum-brown patina with scattered areas of old oxidation and the lockplate with some areas of slightly brighter gunmetal gray patina. The barrel shows ''W'' stamps atop breech and upper tang along with a diamond touch mark and circled ''P'' while the lockplate has a pair of ''W'' stamps at rear and ''N.HAVEN'' in riband in center. The smooth walnut stock rates very good plus to fine having darkened somewhat from the years showing a few lengthy drying cracks against the buttplate, right side of wrist and near the lock screw that are rather thin and mostly unobtrusive along with some other scattered old dings. The stock shows nice raised grain and retains a softened but visible inspector cartouche on left flat and a tiny ''US'' stamp on the left side buttstock. The sling swivels are intact and a proper iron ramrod that is somewhat short due to an old break at the bottom is present. The lock is crisp and seems to function well mechanically. A handsome Whitney musket for the antique arms collector. (13C12000-1) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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New Jersey Contract Model 1816 Flintlock Musket by Nippes

Lot # 266 (Sale Order: 266 of 636)      

.69 cal, 42'' barrel with a moderately oxidized bore. This 1837-dated musket remains in the original flint and has seen some honest firing during the period of use but maintains an attractive appearance overall. The metal surfaces are mostly a medium gunmetal patina showing some scattered light oxidation and pinprick pitting, more noticeable around the touch hole. The breech markings remain intact and very strong with ''US / JH / P'' and ''N.J'' on the left breech flat. The lockplate retains fine 1837 date at rear with ''US / D.NIPPES / PHILA'' in center. The smooth walnut stock rates very good plus with a shallow smoothed-over old chip behind the rear band, a few thin drying cracks and light handling marks. The left flat retains a legible small ''JH'' stamp and an antique steel ramrod is present. The bottom section of the jaw screw threads have broken off and are stuck but the lock is crisp and otherwise seems to function well mechanically. A very good NJ musket. (13C12039-10) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
.69 cal, 42'' barrel with a moderately oxidized bore. This 1837-dated musket remains in the original flint and has seen some honest firing during the period of use but ma...moreintains an attractive appearance overall. The metal surfaces are mostly a medium gunmetal patina showing some scattered light oxidation and pinprick pitting, more noticeable around the touch hole. The breech markings remain intact and very strong with ''US / JH / P'' and ''N.J'' on the left breech flat. The lockplate retains fine 1837 date at rear with ''US / D.NIPPES / PHILA'' in center. The smooth walnut stock rates very good plus with a shallow smoothed-over old chip behind the rear band, a few thin drying cracks and light handling marks. The left flat retains a legible small ''JH'' stamp and an antique steel ramrod is present. The bottom section of the jaw screw threads have broken off and are stuck but the lock is crisp and otherwise seems to function well mechanically. A very good NJ musket. (13C12039-10) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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Pennsylvania Fullstock Flintlock Rifle by Nelson Delany

Lot # 267 (Sale Order: 267 of 636)      

About .50 cal, 40'' octagon barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing some scattered light pitting and oxidation with strong rifling throughout. This rifle has been reconverted to flint and is equipped with a period commercial Tryon lock. The barrel is a mix of plum-brown and gray patina showing some scattered oxidation and some erosion and slightly uneven surfaces around the touch hole. The top flat shows an inlaid brass rectangular section with maker's name ''N. DELANY.'' The rifle fittings are quite nice, the barrel secured by three keys through German silver escutcheons, the rearmost a bit more fancy, along with a decorative German silver inlay on left side of buttstock. The remaining hardware is brass, mostly toned to a pleasant ocher patina and consisting of a heavy nosecap, two ramrod thimbles, tailpipe, rather generous overall triggerguard with flourish at rear, crescent buttplate with toeplate, attractive pierced patchbox and decorative lock screw escutcheons. Some of the fitting shows light zigzag and simple geometric bordering that is rather endearing. The stock appears to be maple with an old red russet finish and rates very good plus showing a few scattered drying cracks, light dings and some powder post beetle holes along the sides of the wrist. The stock otherwise maintains a nice appearance overall with slightly softened checkering and shallow left-side shadowline cheekpiece. A simple hickory ramrod is present and the rifle is sighted with a fine v-notch leaf rear sight and brass blade front. The lock pushes off and will require some mechanical attention. A nice classic Pennsylvania rifle. (13C12039-20) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
About .50 cal, 40'' octagon barrel with a mostly bright very good bore showing some scattered light pitting and oxidation with strong rifling throughout. This rifle has b...moreeen reconverted to flint and is equipped with a period commercial Tryon lock. The barrel is a mix of plum-brown and gray patina showing some scattered oxidation and some erosion and slightly uneven surfaces around the touch hole. The top flat shows an inlaid brass rectangular section with maker's name ''N. DELANY.'' The rifle fittings are quite nice, the barrel secured by three keys through German silver escutcheons, the rearmost a bit more fancy, along with a decorative German silver inlay on left side of buttstock. The remaining hardware is brass, mostly toned to a pleasant ocher patina and consisting of a heavy nosecap, two ramrod thimbles, tailpipe, rather generous overall triggerguard with flourish at rear, crescent buttplate with toeplate, attractive pierced patchbox and decorative lock screw escutcheons. Some of the fitting shows light zigzag and simple geometric bordering that is rather endearing. The stock appears to be maple with an old red russet finish and rates very good plus showing a few scattered drying cracks, light dings and some powder post beetle holes along the sides of the wrist. The stock otherwise maintains a nice appearance overall with slightly softened checkering and shallow left-side shadowline cheekpiece. A simple hickory ramrod is present and the rifle is sighted with a fine v-notch leaf rear sight and brass blade front. The lock pushes off and will require some mechanical attention. A nice classic Pennsylvania rifle. (13C12039-20) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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Fine Pennsylvania Fullstock Flintlock Rifle by Henry Gibbs

Lot # 268 (Sale Order: 268 of 636)      

About .40 cal, 44 1/4'' octagon barrel with a mostly bright about very good plus bore showing some light to moderate oxidation in the grooves and strong rifling throughout. The barrel of this attractive rifle is toning to a deep plum-brown patina showing an old cleaning with scattered smoothed-over light pitting and areas of light oxidation. There are some light zigzag and punch-dot decorations at the muzzle face and around the breech with the top flat showing a softened but legible maker marking ''H. GIBBS / LANCASTER / PA''. The rifle remains in the original flint and is equipped with a commercial lock by Partridge that features a subtle step at rear, double line and light foliate embellishments, waterproof pan and bridled roller frizzen. The barrel is fastened by three brass keys, all through fancy German silver escutcheons, with additional German silver monogram plate atop wrist and on the left side of the butt. The remaining fittings are brass mostly toned to a pleasant ocher patina and consisting of a heavy nosecap, three ramrod thimbles, tailpipe, forend plate, triggerguard with single rear spur, crescent buttplate with long pierced toe plate, fancy pierced patchbox, diamond front lock screw escutcheon and fancy food chopper rear. Most of the hardware shows extensive geometric bordering, the patchbox with further light foliate and floral motifs. The maple stock rates very fine showing a few thin cracks against the buttplate, near lock screw and rear right escutcheon and some other light handling marks. The stock maintains a handsome appearance overall with lovely fiddleback grain figure throughout, nice checkering at wrist and attractive scant squared-off cheekpiece on left side. A simple brass-tipped hickory ramrod is present and the rifle is sighted with fine v-notch rear sight and German silver blade front. The arm is equipped with double set triggers, the lock is dual-acting and seems to function well mechanically. Henry Gibbs was active in Lancaster from about 1812-1843 and was a prolific and quality maker. This is a fine rifle in classic Lancaster styling. (13C12039-18) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)
About .40 cal, 44 1/4'' octagon barrel with a mostly bright about very good plus bore showing some light to moderate oxidation in the grooves and strong rifling throughou...moret. The barrel of this attractive rifle is toning to a deep plum-brown patina showing an old cleaning with scattered smoothed-over light pitting and areas of light oxidation. There are some light zigzag and punch-dot decorations at the muzzle face and around the breech with the top flat showing a softened but legible maker marking ''H. GIBBS / LANCASTER / PA''. The rifle remains in the original flint and is equipped with a commercial lock by Partridge that features a subtle step at rear, double line and light foliate embellishments, waterproof pan and bridled roller frizzen. The barrel is fastened by three brass keys, all through fancy German silver escutcheons, with additional German silver monogram plate atop wrist and on the left side of the butt. The remaining fittings are brass mostly toned to a pleasant ocher patina and consisting of a heavy nosecap, three ramrod thimbles, tailpipe, forend plate, triggerguard with single rear spur, crescent buttplate with long pierced toe plate, fancy pierced patchbox, diamond front lock screw escutcheon and fancy food chopper rear. Most of the hardware shows extensive geometric bordering, the patchbox with further light foliate and floral motifs. The maple stock rates very fine showing a few thin cracks against the buttplate, near lock screw and rear right escutcheon and some other light handling marks. The stock maintains a handsome appearance overall with lovely fiddleback grain figure throughout, nice checkering at wrist and attractive scant squared-off cheekpiece on left side. A simple brass-tipped hickory ramrod is present and the rifle is sighted with fine v-notch rear sight and German silver blade front. The arm is equipped with double set triggers, the lock is dual-acting and seems to function well mechanically. Henry Gibbs was active in Lancaster from about 1812-1843 and was a prolific and quality maker. This is a fine rifle in classic Lancaster styling. (13C12039-18) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

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French Model 1766 Flintlock Musket by Charleville

Lot # 269 (Sale Order: 269 of 636)      

.69 cal, 44 1/4'' barrel with a moderately oxidized bore. This musket shows the 1770 update to the bayonet lug being relocated to the top of muzzle and the 1773 update to the rearmost barrel band with retaining spring added. Unsurprisingly the arm has seen extensive use with moderate pitting around the touch hole and pan that is very old and uniform in appearance. The gun appears to be original flint retaining excellent lockplate fit and consistent patina, though strangely the assembly mark on the inside of the lockplate appears to be ''VII'' while the inside lock inlet of the stock, internal lock parts and both lock screws all show matching ''IVX''. The metal surfaces are mostly a mix of deep plum-brown and dark gray patina with scattered old oxidation and some more moderate active oxidation along the left side of the barrel against the wood line, rear barrel band and some other small parts. There is a very softened but visible ''(Star) / D'' stamp at barrel breech and the lockplate retains a strong ''(Star) / D'' behind the pan and softened but legible ''Charleville'' marking in script. Strangely the forend of the stock ahead of the rearmost band is quite noticeably twisted or warped particularly at about the middle band lending it a somewhat peculiar appearance. The stock otherwise shows some scattered thin drying cracks, thin slivers missing along forend and other mild abrasions. The sling swivels are intact, an antique iron ramrod is included and the lock is not crisp but functional. The famed French Charleville saw extensive service with the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War and this is a very good example for the antique arms collector. (13C12039-32) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)
.69 cal, 44 1/4'' barrel with a moderately oxidized bore. This musket shows the 1770 update to the bayonet lug being relocated to the top of muzzle and the 1773 update to...more the rearmost barrel band with retaining spring added. Unsurprisingly the arm has seen extensive use with moderate pitting around the touch hole and pan that is very old and uniform in appearance. The gun appears to be original flint retaining excellent lockplate fit and consistent patina, though strangely the assembly mark on the inside of the lockplate appears to be ''VII'' while the inside lock inlet of the stock, internal lock parts and both lock screws all show matching ''IVX''. The metal surfaces are mostly a mix of deep plum-brown and dark gray patina with scattered old oxidation and some more moderate active oxidation along the left side of the barrel against the wood line, rear barrel band and some other small parts. There is a very softened but visible ''(Star) / D'' stamp at barrel breech and the lockplate retains a strong ''(Star) / D'' behind the pan and softened but legible ''Charleville'' marking in script. Strangely the forend of the stock ahead of the rearmost band is quite noticeably twisted or warped particularly at about the middle band lending it a somewhat peculiar appearance. The stock otherwise shows some scattered thin drying cracks, thin slivers missing along forend and other mild abrasions. The sling swivels are intact, an antique iron ramrod is included and the lock is not crisp but functional. The famed French Charleville saw extensive service with the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War and this is a very good example for the antique arms collector. (13C12039-32) {ANTIQUE} (2000/3000)

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Mounted Pair of Remington New Model Army Percussion Revolvers

Lot # 270 (Sale Order: 270 of 636)      

serial #18349 & 21882, .44 cal, 8'' octagon barrels with moderately oxidized bores, the second revolver with bright areas and strong rifling throughout. These revolvers are mounted together on a wooden board with ''US'' brass belt buckle in-between, and are easily removed from the board. The revolvers are in similar condition showing remnants of original bright blue scattered about the protected areas with overall toning to gray-brown patina, scattered light dings and pinprick pitting under an old brown varnish. Revolver #21882 is in better condition overall though its barrel markings are quite faded. The triggerguards have toned to ocher patina and the smooth walnut grips rate good with some thin cracks and moderate edge wear along #18349 and a repaired chip along the back of the left panel of #21882 whose grip screw is also a replacement. The actions are a bit sticky but seem to function normally and both revolvers retain their silver cone front sights. A very good pair of Civil War era Remington revolvers for display. (13A11855-4,5) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)
serial #18349 & 21882, .44 cal, 8'' octagon barrels with moderately oxidized bores, the second revolver with bright areas and strong rifling throughout. These revolvers a...morere mounted together on a wooden board with ''US'' brass belt buckle in-between, and are easily removed from the board. The revolvers are in similar condition showing remnants of original bright blue scattered about the protected areas with overall toning to gray-brown patina, scattered light dings and pinprick pitting under an old brown varnish. Revolver #21882 is in better condition overall though its barrel markings are quite faded. The triggerguards have toned to ocher patina and the smooth walnut grips rate good with some thin cracks and moderate edge wear along #18349 and a repaired chip along the back of the left panel of #21882 whose grip screw is also a replacement. The actions are a bit sticky but seem to function normally and both revolvers retain their silver cone front sights. A very good pair of Civil War era Remington revolvers for display. (13A11855-4,5) {ANTIQUE} (1500/2000)

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Germanic Flintlock Stalking Rifle with Spanish Barrel by Diego Esquibel

Lot # 271 (Sale Order: 271 of 636)      

About .64 cal, 26'' octagon barrel with a moderately oxidized bore showing faint remnants of what appears to be fine scratch-style rifling. This arm has been reconverted to flint, the lockplate itself appearing to be the original component with more modern added flint small parts. Germanic in its style, the barrel is of Spanish make by Diego Esquibel, bearing his touch marks and dated 1719 and given a full-length treatment of deeply punched matting. The metal surfaces are mostly a pleasant deep plum-brown patina with some erosion nearer the breech and evidence of the removed nipple drum. The touch marks and sights are all silver, the rear lock screw is a more modern replacement and the upper tang is engraved with the number ''4''. The brass fittings have mostly toned to a medium goldenrod patina and consist of faceted ramrod thimble and tailpipe, long graceful triggerguard, heavy buttplate and simple circular lock screw escutcheons. The stock appears to be maple and rates good showing numerous splinters missing along the forend edges and also some extensive repairs along the forend, it having been reattached ahead of the tailpipe, cracks around lockplate and left stock flat and other expected wear, the horn nosecap with some flaking and crackling. The appearance of the wood is otherwise quite honest showing nice figure throughout and retaining good edges with squared-off left-side cheekpiece. The patchbox sliding cover has been lost to the years but the sling swivels are intact and a simple hickory ramrod is present. The rear set trigger is present but what was no double a very fine wire-type firing trigger has broken off so there is no way to fire the lock when it is cocked. Otherwise this is an interesting rifle for the antique arms collector. (13C11896-14) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
About .64 cal, 26'' octagon barrel with a moderately oxidized bore showing faint remnants of what appears to be fine scratch-style rifling. This arm has been reconverted ...moreto flint, the lockplate itself appearing to be the original component with more modern added flint small parts. Germanic in its style, the barrel is of Spanish make by Diego Esquibel, bearing his touch marks and dated 1719 and given a full-length treatment of deeply punched matting. The metal surfaces are mostly a pleasant deep plum-brown patina with some erosion nearer the breech and evidence of the removed nipple drum. The touch marks and sights are all silver, the rear lock screw is a more modern replacement and the upper tang is engraved with the number ''4''. The brass fittings have mostly toned to a medium goldenrod patina and consist of faceted ramrod thimble and tailpipe, long graceful triggerguard, heavy buttplate and simple circular lock screw escutcheons. The stock appears to be maple and rates good showing numerous splinters missing along the forend edges and also some extensive repairs along the forend, it having been reattached ahead of the tailpipe, cracks around lockplate and left stock flat and other expected wear, the horn nosecap with some flaking and crackling. The appearance of the wood is otherwise quite honest showing nice figure throughout and retaining good edges with squared-off left-side cheekpiece. The patchbox sliding cover has been lost to the years but the sling swivels are intact and a simple hickory ramrod is present. The rear set trigger is present but what was no double a very fine wire-type firing trigger has broken off so there is no way to fire the lock when it is cocked. Otherwise this is an interesting rifle for the antique arms collector. (13C11896-14) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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American Mule Ear Over Under Percussion Buck & Ball Gun

Lot # 272 (Sale Order: 272 of 636)      

.36 cal over 16 bore, 29 3/4'' barrels with bright very fine bores. Strangely unmarked, this double gun is of otherwise quality make, the barrels toning to a pleasant medium gray-brown patina showing some scattered areas of old mild oxidation and a bit of minor pitting around the nipples which are equipped with thin brass deflectors. The tangs and lockplate are quite narrow and pointed toning mostly to a lighter gray patina with scattered mild oxidation and remnants of silvery case-hardened patina. The brass fittings have toned to a nice rich ocher patina and consist of a fancy triggerguard, crescent buttplate, toeplate with nice finial and pendulum patchbox while the left side of the buttstock is adorned with a few nice little inlays of a German silver running fox, simple oval and silver crescent moon. The walnut stock rates near excellent showing just some scattered light dings and handling marks retaining lovely fit and showing some areas of subtle grain figure. The rifle is equipped with a single straight pointed trigger and sighted with a folding tang peep sight, brass insert square notch rear and brass post front. What appear to be the original ramrods are present, barrel-to-frame fit exhibits some play and the locks seem to function normally. This is a very fine example of a classic American mule ear double gun. (13C11955-12) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)
.36 cal over 16 bore, 29 3/4'' barrels with bright very fine bores. Strangely unmarked, this double gun is of otherwise quality make, the barrels toning to a pleasant med...moreium gray-brown patina showing some scattered areas of old mild oxidation and a bit of minor pitting around the nipples which are equipped with thin brass deflectors. The tangs and lockplate are quite narrow and pointed toning mostly to a lighter gray patina with scattered mild oxidation and remnants of silvery case-hardened patina. The brass fittings have toned to a nice rich ocher patina and consist of a fancy triggerguard, crescent buttplate, toeplate with nice finial and pendulum patchbox while the left side of the buttstock is adorned with a few nice little inlays of a German silver running fox, simple oval and silver crescent moon. The walnut stock rates near excellent showing just some scattered light dings and handling marks retaining lovely fit and showing some areas of subtle grain figure. The rifle is equipped with a single straight pointed trigger and sighted with a folding tang peep sight, brass insert square notch rear and brass post front. What appear to be the original ramrods are present, barrel-to-frame fit exhibits some play and the locks seem to function normally. This is a very fine example of a classic American mule ear double gun. (13C11955-12) {ANTIQUE} (1000/1500)

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American Fullstock Flintlock Sporting Rifle

Lot # 273 (Sale Order: 273 of 636)      

.36 cal, 42 1/8'' octagon barrel with an oxidized bore. This rifle appears to be a very old nice reconversion to flint and is maker marked along the top of the barrel with a couple of vague script initials that are difficult to discern. The barrel and lock are a deep plum-brown patina showing scattered old moderate oxidation, some areas a bit heavier along the wood line. The barrel has some light geometric motifs at muzzle and flanking the rear sight and the lockplate is embellished with a small dove at rear. The brass fitting have mostly toned to a mild ocher patina showing some light tarnishing and a bit heavier verdigris along the sideplate and front of triggerguard. The fittings are quite nice consisting of a heavy nosecap, two faceted thimbles, tailpipe, triggerguard with single rear spur, crescent buttplate, attractive thin comb plate, lovely pierced patchbox and toe plate and solid decorative sideplate. The stock is further extensively adorned with silver inlays including four lozenges along either side of the forend, large plate on underside forend, flash plate above lock, bird, heart and drops along wrist and a fine scant cheekpiece plate and starburst inlay on left. The curly maple stock rates very good plus showing some scattered areas darkened from oxidation leaching, 2'' sliver missing along left edge of forend and some other scattered thin drying cracks. The stock otherwise exhibits wonderful fiddleback grain figure throughout and there is a final adornment of a lightly carved foliate flourish on the left side of the butt. What is likely the original ramrod is present and the rifle is sighted with a fine v-notch rear sight and silver blade front. Equipped with double set triggers, the lock will require mechanical attention as the triggers do not set and the lock does not cock. Though having suffered a bit from some poor storage, this rifle was a very fine piece in its day and still retains its original charm. (13C12039-16) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)
.36 cal, 42 1/8'' octagon barrel with an oxidized bore. This rifle appears to be a very old nice reconversion to flint and is maker marked along the top of the barrel wit...moreh a couple of vague script initials that are difficult to discern. The barrel and lock are a deep plum-brown patina showing scattered old moderate oxidation, some areas a bit heavier along the wood line. The barrel has some light geometric motifs at muzzle and flanking the rear sight and the lockplate is embellished with a small dove at rear. The brass fitting have mostly toned to a mild ocher patina showing some light tarnishing and a bit heavier verdigris along the sideplate and front of triggerguard. The fittings are quite nice consisting of a heavy nosecap, two faceted thimbles, tailpipe, triggerguard with single rear spur, crescent buttplate, attractive thin comb plate, lovely pierced patchbox and toe plate and solid decorative sideplate. The stock is further extensively adorned with silver inlays including four lozenges along either side of the forend, large plate on underside forend, flash plate above lock, bird, heart and drops along wrist and a fine scant cheekpiece plate and starburst inlay on left. The curly maple stock rates very good plus showing some scattered areas darkened from oxidation leaching, 2'' sliver missing along left edge of forend and some other scattered thin drying cracks. The stock otherwise exhibits wonderful fiddleback grain figure throughout and there is a final adornment of a lightly carved foliate flourish on the left side of the butt. What is likely the original ramrod is present and the rifle is sighted with a fine v-notch rear sight and silver blade front. Equipped with double set triggers, the lock will require mechanical attention as the triggers do not set and the lock does not cock. Though having suffered a bit from some poor storage, this rifle was a very fine piece in its day and still retains its original charm. (13C12039-16) {ANTIQUE} (1200/1800)

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Fine Contemporary Flintlock Double Rifle by David Hughes

Lot # 274 (Sale Order: 274 of 636)      

.60 cal, 28'' barrels with mostly bright about good bores that show some scattered light pitting and a few areas of moderate oxidation their full-length and otherwise strong rifling. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original plum-brown finish showing some scattered light handling marks and high edge wear along the lockplates. The rib shows some light foliate motifs and ''D Hughes'' in script and the lockplates feature step and teat at rears, swan neck cock, faceted pan and unbridled frizzen. The brass fittings show moderate tarnishing and are quite attractive consisting of dual ramrod thimbles, tailpipe, wide triggerguard with large spur at rear and generous buttplate. The stock appears to be maple or something similar and rates near excellent showing a few scattered minor dings and spots of finish loss. The stock work is superbly executed with lovely crisp bordering throughout, excellent foliate and floral flourishes around hardware, left-side cheekpiece and perfectly fitted sliding wooden patchbox cover. The nosecap is horn and the stock is equipped with rear sling swivel stud and front swivel and horn-tipped ramrod. The rifle is sighted with a fine square-notch rear sight and brass blade font and the locks are crisp and seem to function well mechanically. An excellent Germanic-style ''doppelbuchse'' from this highly regarded and talented craftsman who sadly left us in 2015. (13B11896-22) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)
.60 cal, 28'' barrels with mostly bright about good bores that show some scattered light pitting and a few areas of moderate oxidation their full-length and otherwise str...moreong rifling. The metal surfaces retain about 95% original plum-brown finish showing some scattered light handling marks and high edge wear along the lockplates. The rib shows some light foliate motifs and ''D Hughes'' in script and the lockplates feature step and teat at rears, swan neck cock, faceted pan and unbridled frizzen. The brass fittings show moderate tarnishing and are quite attractive consisting of dual ramrod thimbles, tailpipe, wide triggerguard with large spur at rear and generous buttplate. The stock appears to be maple or something similar and rates near excellent showing a few scattered minor dings and spots of finish loss. The stock work is superbly executed with lovely crisp bordering throughout, excellent foliate and floral flourishes around hardware, left-side cheekpiece and perfectly fitted sliding wooden patchbox cover. The nosecap is horn and the stock is equipped with rear sling swivel stud and front swivel and horn-tipped ramrod. The rifle is sighted with a fine square-notch rear sight and brass blade font and the locks are crisp and seem to function well mechanically. An excellent Germanic-style ''doppelbuchse'' from this highly regarded and talented craftsman who sadly left us in 2015. (13B11896-22) {ANTIQUE} (1800/2200)

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Smith & Wesson Model 52 38 Master Semi-Auto Pistol

Lot # 275 (Sale Order: 275 of 636)      

serial #54270, 38 Special Wadcutter, 5'' barrel with an excellent bore. This fine pistol remains in excellent condition retaining about 99% original blue with a few minor handling marks. The checkered walnut factory grips feature silver S&W medallions and rate very good plus with handling marks. It features a Patridge front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, short extractor, and a set screw to convert it to single action only. It includes an unlabeled factory replacement hinged box and three factory marked five-round magazines. Only 3,500 of the ''No-Dash'' Model 52s were manufactured making it a desirable addition to your collection. (8A11978-9) {C&R} (1000/1500)
serial #54270, 38 Special Wadcutter, 5'' barrel with an excellent bore. This fine pistol remains in excellent condition retaining about 99% original blue with a few minor...more handling marks. The checkered walnut factory grips feature silver S&W medallions and rate very good plus with handling marks. It features a Patridge front sight, black blade micro adjustable rear sight, short extractor, and a set screw to convert it to single action only. It includes an unlabeled factory replacement hinged box and three factory marked five-round magazines. Only 3,500 of the ''No-Dash'' Model 52s were manufactured making it a desirable addition to your collection. (8A11978-9) {C&R} (1000/1500)

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