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2052
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$10,350.00 |
*OUTSTANDING COMMERCIAL KRIEGHOFF NAVY LUGER IN CALIBER 7.65.SN 16367. Cal. 7.65. 6″ bbl. Rich Krieghoff blue finish overall with straw finish found on trigger, safety, and takedown latch. Nitre blue finish found on grip screws, springs and toggle link pins. Traditional Krieghoff marking on toggle link with Crown / N proofs on bbl, bolt, frame, and receiver. 2-pc brown coarse checkered hard plastic grips believed to be manufactured by Ritzmann. This is a 1936 Krieghoff factory converted to a commercial 6″ Navy pattern and chambered for the 7.65 cartridge and probably intended strictly for German use. Frame has stock lug and traditional lanyard ring at rear of frame. Krieghoff star inspection is found forward right side of frame. These rare commercial Navy length Krieghoffs are believed to be manufactured by the factory from rejected military contract handguns. The unique “P” series SN has always been speculated to indicate private sale. As can be seen as the orig 4 digit SN has the addition of the “P” and “1” segregating commercial sales from military contract sales. Krieghoff proofs are found extensively on small parts including, sear, bolt stop, toggle, foot, safety and strut, takedown latch, and sideplate. Krieghoffs have long been considered to be the most elegant of Lugers and the finest quality of all Lugers. This example is certainly the definition of this long standing belief. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine with only the slightest traces of wear on high points of grip screws and internal bearing surfaces and without any real evidence of actual use. Bore is is bright with sharp rifling. Mechanics are crisp. After detailed examination and disassembly all numbers were found to be consistently matching and properly proofed. Aluminum based mag is numbers matching, however, void of Krieghoff proofs. 52700-19 TDW (8,500-12,000) C&R – Lot 2052 |
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2053
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$20,125.00 |
*EXCEPTIONALLY RARE AND DESIRABLE RUSSIAN CROSSED RIFLES MODEL 1906.SN 147. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl. Rust blue finish overall with straw finish safety, trigger, and takedown lever. 2-pc checkered walnut stocks with distinct Russian Crossed rifles over chamber, script DWM on toggle. Extractor has the word “Loaded” written in Cyrillic on left side as the safety is marked in its upper position “Fire” in Cyrillic as well. This contract was estimated at approximately 1000 units, however, very few have ever been seen and were numbered 1 through 1000. This has been considered by collectors as being the rarest of Lugers. CONDITION: Very fine, with several small areas of restoration. Straw control levers have has their finish enhanced and a small amount of touch-up finish is evident on bbl and frame. After detailed disassembly all numbers were found to be matching. Bore is good with light frosting in grooves. Checkered walnut stocks are very solid with wear at high points of checkering towards very bottom of grip. Mechanics are fine. Appropriate nickel and steel mag has a contemporary wood base marked Cal. 9m/m in script. 52700-34 TDW (10,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 2053 |
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2054
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$5,750.00 |
*EXTREMELY RARE TURKISH CONTRACT MODEL P-08 LUGER MANUFACTURED BY MAUSER.SN 829. Cal. 9 mm. 4″ bbl. Rust blue finish overall with straw finished trigger safety and takedown lever. 2-pc checkered walnut stocks. Chamber marked with T / C crest with right receiver marked “Emniyet Islerl / Umum Mudurlugu”. These extremely rare Turkish contract Lugers manufactured in the mid 1930’s with only several examples known to date. Manufactured by Mauser with Mauser banner on rear toggle and appropriate Mauser eagle / 63 proof commonly found on “G” date Lugers of the same period. Extractor marked with “ates” on left side and safety slot marked “emniyet”. Aluminum based Mauser inspected mag with number “2” on forward tab, has same eagle / 63 proof. After detailed examination gun has been found to be all visible numbers matching and with appropriate Mauser proofs, including mag. CONDITION: Very fine. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Mechanics are fine. All visible numbers matching. Straw finish on control levers has possibly been enhanced. An exceptionally rare variation of the P-08 Luger made during the high point of quality for Mauser. 52700-23 TDW (5,000-7,500) C&R – Lot 2054 |
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2059
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$8,050.00 |
*FANTASTIC AND UNIQUE CASED DWM SINGLE SHOT TARGET LUGER.NSN. Cal. .30. 6″ bbl. Rich rust blue finish overall with straw finished safety, trigger, and takedown lever. Fantastic integral peacock blue finished rear adjustable sight with matching fine blade front sight. This unique single shot pistol has no provision to allow for the insertion of a magazine. Toggle marked “DWM” in script with unique locking lever to open and close toggle. Unusual sideplate design features an elongated sear bar, and an entirely different cocking assembly, entirely housed in receiver. Thumb rest, target stocks are 2-pc construction with single shot frame having a forward finger rest under trigger guard. A similar variation has been observed in .22 but never have we observed a .30 like this. Housed in a leather travel case with a 1939 Austrian shooting badge and similar identification plate is found pinned to interior of case. Cleaning tools, and screw driver are also accompanying this outfit. CONDITION: Very fine, with negligible finish loss at high points of muzzle and bearing surface of front of trigger. Bore is bright and shiny. Mechanics are crisp. Leather case exhibits a slight amount of distress on exterior corners and visible wear on carry handle. Interior and furniture are fine. 52700-55 TDW (5,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 2059 |
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2060
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$26,450.00 |
INCREDIBLE HIGH CONDITION STOUGHTON BUS.In the 1920’s and 1930’s the Stoughton Cab and Body Company of Stoughton, Wisconsin designed and manufactured buses exclusively for Chevrolet. The bus they produced was a 14 passenger coach bus with a hardwood and metal panel body. The body has a high, solid roof with attention to detail. It featured sliding large windows and wicker seats with springs to aid in comfort. The bus had a special heating system that helped to warm the seats of the passengers. It was powered by a Waukesha 4 cylinder engine that could reach 30 mph. This vehicle most likely saw service in Pennsylvania ferrying passengers to and from the Ford Tri-motor. Note: This vehicle is displayed off site. Please contact our office for viewing information. CONDITION: This is a rare restored bus with attention to detail. The paint is strong and the interior is in excellent shape. The wood and metal body is well fitted and in incredible shape for its age. This is an operational vehicle that was used for special events but had its fuel removed to display it in the museum in recent years. The engine is a crank start type and turns over freely. It has some interesting features found on engines of this vintage. Each cylinder has a primer cup for starting. The fan is driven by a leather belt. The magneto has an impulse starter to aid in the production of a hotter spark during the hand cranking process. This is an unusual vehicle to found in this condition. 52675-5 MS (25,000-35,000) – Lot 2060 |
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2061
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$0.00 |
BEAUTIFUL 1929 FORD MODEL A MAIL TRUCK.The Ford Model A was the replacement for the Model T with many new improvements. Some of these improvements were hydraulic shocks, electric starter, bumpers, windshield wipers, safety glass windshield and tilt beam head lights. The Model A was first introduced in late 1927, but by the beginning of 1929 they had sold one million and by the end of July that number had reached two million. The popularity of this car was reflected in its sales which would come near five million by the time production ceased in 1932. The Model A was propelled by a 201 CID L-Head 4 cylinder producing 40 hp mated to a three speed manual transmission. It weighed 2200 lbs., was 14′ long and 5′ wide and could reach speeds of 65 mph. Note: This vehicle is displayed off site. Please contact our office for viewing information. CONDITION: This vehicle is in operational condition and has been run in recent years. Fuel had been drained to put it on display in the museum. The body and paint are in very good condition. Engine turns over freely and shows signs of use. The mail body is in very good condition with the woodwork and panels showing good fit and finish. 52675-6 MS (18,000-22,000) – Lot 2061 |
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2062
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$46,000.00 |
VERY RARE REVOLUTIONARY SOVIET PT-76 AMPHIBIOUS TANK.The PT-76 is a revolutionary Soviet light tank first fielded in the mid-1950’s. It was exported to many countries and was one of the only armored vehicles the United States ground forces in Vietnam ever came in contact with. It was primarily used in the reconnaissance role due to its light armor and its ability to ford bodies of water. It was designed as a fully amphibious tank that was propelled in the water by its innovative water jets system. The water jets system gave the tank a speed in the water of 6 mph and increased maneuverability and control than conventional amphibious vehicles. The PT-76 is conventional in its layout with a driver in the front center of the hull and the commander and gunner in the turret with the engine in the rear. The driver’s seat is centered in a very open compartment and has controls of both the land and water drive systems. He can start the engine with either an electric or air start from his position. He has control of bilge pumps, pre heater and a smoke screen from his main control panel. He can manually erect a trim vane at the front of the vehicle to help stop waves from going over the bow while in rough water. In the turret the commander and gunner have control of the D-56TM 76.2mm main gun and a 7.62mm coax SGMT machine gun. The radio is located in the turret as well along with everything needed to operate the gun system. The engine is a model V-6 straight 6 cylinder, water cooled diesel mated by a manual clutch to a 5 speed transmission. The engine was basically the T-34 motor cut in half and it produced 240 hp at 1800 rpm. It weighs 15 tons, is 23′ long, 10′ wide and 8′ in height. Note: This vehicle is displayed off site. Please contact our office for viewing information. CONDITION: This is a very rare vehicle in this good a condition. It does show some weathering due to being stored outside. It has not been run for 8 years but would take very little to get it going again. The interior is very complete and includes, spare track links, periscopes, a demiled SGMT coax machine gun and radio. The engine and transmission are clean and turn over freely. This is a rare opportunity to acquire one of the most sought after of the post war Soviet vehicles. 52675-1 MS (45,000-90,000) – Lot 2062 |
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2063
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$46,000.00 |
RARE AND DESIRABLE SOVIET T-34/85 TANK.The T-34 was arguably the best tank of the Second World War. It had the right balance of what is important in a tank, reliability, maneuverability, armor and armament. The Russians in the Second World War produced the T-34 as an answer to at first the Panzer 3 and 4 and later the Panther tank. At first the T-34 was armed with the 76mm main gun but as the Germans produced better tanks the Russians chose to arm the T-34 with the 85mm main gun. The main gun is a model ZIS-S-53 firing the 85mm shell used heavily by the Russians in artillery. The tank had room to carry for the main gun 56 rounds of ammunition in either the compartments under the floor or in ready racks at the rear of the turret. The T-34/85 would be produced from 1943 until 1956, originally by the Soviets and then the Czechs and in Poland. The T-34 is crewed by 5 men, two of which are located in the hull at the front of the vehicle and three in the turret. The men in the hull are the driver and his assistant that operates the bow machine gun. In the turret are the loader, gunner and the commander. The entire crew is in one open compartment surrounded by thick armor. This compartment is separated from the engine by a fire wall which has many access doors to maintain and repair the engine. The engine is a V12 diesel model V-2-34 developing 500 hp at 1800 rpm. The engine is coupled to the transmission by a dry multi-plate manual clutch which has 5 forward and 1 reverse gear giving the tank a top speed of 35 mph. The drive system goes through rear drive sprockets and propels the tank using high flotation track connected together by dry, free floating pins. The suspension is an American design invented by J. Walter Christie which gives it smooth cross country performance over rough terrain. Access to the engine and transmission are made through panels in the fighting compartment in the tank, through a top hatch in the deck or through the rear hatches at the exhaust pipes. The tank weighs 64000 lbs, is 21′ long, 9’8 wide and 8′ 8″ in height. It carries 155 gallons of diesel giving it a range on the road of 186 miles. Note: This vehicle is displayed off site. Please contact our office for viewing information. CONDITION: This T-34/85 is a rare and desirable Second World War tank. The tank has been stored outside on display for 8 years and shows in its paint finish. It is a wartime produced Russian hull with a Model 1946 turret (which started production in 1945). It has the desirable dished type wheels in very good condition. The tank has been stored outside and has not run for 8 years but due to the reliability and simplicity of its design it would take very little to get her into fighting condition again. The tank comes with much of its original kit that includes, cleaning rods, periscopes, interior floor ammo, tools, boxes and a pair of demilitarized DT 28 machine guns. 52675-2 MS (45,000-85,000) – Lot 2063 |
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2064
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$46,000.00 |
ICONIC T-55M HUNGARIAN BUILD OF THE RUSSIAN T-55 MAIN BATTLE TANK.The T-55 main battle tank was an upgrade of the T-54 which in turn was the replacement for the T-34/85 by the Russians and much of the Warsaw Pact. It was a major improvement over the T-34 in many aspects. It had more horsepower, better transmission and steering and a larger gun. This tank would be produced in greater numbers than any other tank in history and fielded by more than 50 countries. The T-55 series was produced in the Soviet Union, Poland, Czechoslovakia and in China as the Type 59. The T-55 is one of the most iconic tanks in history; it shows up in the news everywhere and has been involved in conflicts all over the globe for more than 50 years. The T-55M has been a major player in Afghanistan, Iraq and many of the wars in Africa. The T-55M is still a front line tank that is known for its reliability and lethality on the battlefield. In the front left of the hull sits the driver with his controls. In the center of the vehicle is the large helmet shaped turret where the commander, loader, and gunner sit. The main armament of the T-55M was a 100mm D-10T main gun with a 7.62mm coax SGMT machine gun. Deactivated main gun is present without 12.7mm DSHK AA machine gun present on roof of turret. The turret is electrically operated and has mechanical backup systems as well. The T-55M engine is a V-55 V12 water cooled diesel developing 580 HP at 2000 rpm. The engine can be started by either air or electricity and has an engine mounted air compressor to refill the onboard tanks during normal operation. Air is used as the primary starting system and is not affected by extremes in temperature unlike the electrical system. The air system is used for other systems on board including periscope cleaning and clutch assist. The T-55M is designed to operate in cold climates and has an electrically powered preheater to heat the engine before starting at very low temperatures. The T-55M was designed to ford rivers without the need of bridges by driving on the bottom. This is done by sealing the tank, erecting the snorkel that is stored on the rear of the hull and driving through the river. The tank weighs 40 tons, is 21′ long, 10’6″ wide and 8′ in height. Note: This vehicle is displayed off site. Please contact our office for viewing information. CONDITION: This T-55M was driven regularly up until 8 years ago when it was deemed as too dangerous to carry passengers around the grounds of the museum. Before that, it had played in a few movies including “Courage under Fire” and “Mars Attacks.” It had sat still since then and shows the wear of outside storage in its paint. With a little time this tank could be brought back to its former glory. This T-55M shows the unusual life of Soviet tanks in its features. It has many of the features of a T-54 that was upgraded to a T-55M sometime in its life. In the turret roof, one can see where the turret ventilator once was and that it has a fixed turret floor, both signs of a T-54 but the hull doesn’t have a bow machine gun and late decks over the engine, signs of a T-55. It still has the early dry pin track seen mostly on T-54’s. These signs all show a long service history with many modifications and upgrades during its service. The tank comes with a snorkel, tow cable, search light, spare periscopes and pioneer tools. 52675-3 MS (40,000-70,000) – Lot 2064 |
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2065
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$16,100.00 |
RARELY SEEN HUNGARIAN PSZH-IV AMPHIBIOUS ARMORED PERSONNEL CARRIER.The rare Hungarian PSZH-IV 4×4 amphibious armored personnel carrier. The PSZH-IV was the replacement for the FUG in Hungarian service and made its way into the armies of Hungary, Bulgaria, Iraq, East Germany and Czechoslovakia. Produced between 1970 and 1977 by the Hungarian state arsenals, the PSZH-IV had many features such as, Central Tire Inflation (CTIS), was amphibious (propelled in the water by twin water jets), had NBC system (Nuclear, Biological, Chemical) and Infrared driving lights. It is crewed by three: driver, commander and gunner. The driver and commander sit in the front of the hull with top hatches and frontal vision hatches which can be rotated up and replaced with small windshields. The gunner sits with the main armament in the turret. These consist of a Soviet 14.5 mm KVT heavy machine gun and a 7.62mm by 54mm PKT coaxial machine gun mounted in a fully 360 degree manually operated one man turret. The turret mounts a gunner’ sight for the machine guns as well as a large search light on the exterior. To the right of the gunner in the turret is a Soviet radio set. Around the turret on the inside of the hull are the seats for six infantry men that can dismount through doors on both sides of the vehicle. The vehicle is made of steel armor plate designed to give protection against small arms and artillery fragments. The PSZH-IV has a rear mounted engine in its own compartment with access from the top. The engine is a Csepel D.414.44 4 cylinder water cooled diesel developing 100 hp at 2300 rpm. It carries 50 gallons of fuel giving it an on road range of 310 miles. Its top speed on road was 50 mph and in the water was 5 knots. It weights around eight tons with a length of 18′ 8″, width of 8’2″ and a height of 7′ 6″ making it compact and easy to move. Note: This vehicle is displayed off site. Please contact our office for viewing information. CONDITION: This vehicle is very a complete example of a rarely seen armored personnel carrier. It does show wear from having been stored outside for some time in its paint work. It has not run for at least 8 years and would need some investment in time to making it operational again. Some accessories are included that were stored separately from the vehicle, which include periscopes, windshields cable reals and headlights. 52675-7 MS (15,000-30,000) – Lot 2065 |
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2066
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$17,250.00 |
RARE HUNGARIAN PSZH-IV AMPHIBIOUS ARMORED PERSONNEL CARRIER.The rare Hungarian PSZH-IV 4×4 amphibious armored personnel carrier. The PSZH-IV was the replacement for the FUG in Hungarian service and made its way into the armies of Hungary, Bulgaria, Iraq, East Germany and Czechoslovakia. Produced between 1970 and 1977 by the Hungarian state arsenals, the PSZH-IV had many features such as, Central Tire Inflation (CTIS), was amphibious (propelled in the water by twin water jets), had NBC system (Nuclear, Biological, Chemical) and Infrared driving lights. It is crewed by three, driver, commander and gunner. The driver and commander sit in the front of the hull with top hatches and frontal vision hatches which can be rotated up and replaced with small windshields. The gunner sits with the main armament in the turret. These consist of a Soviet 14.5 mm KVT heavy machine gun and a 7.62mm by 54mm PKT coaxial machine gun mounted in a fully 360 degree manually operated one man turret. The turret mounts a gunner’ sight for the machine guns as well as a large search light on the exterior. To the right of the gunner in the turret is a Soviet radio set. Around the turret on the inside of the hull are the seats for six infantry men that can dismount through doors on both sides of the vehicle. The vehicle is made of steel armor plate designed to give protection against small arms and artillery fragments. The PSZH-IV has a rear mounted engine in its own compartment with access from the top. The engine is a Csepel D.414.44 4 cylinder water cooled diesel developing 100 hp at 2300 rpm. It carries 50 gallons of fuel giving it an on road range of 310 miles. Its top speed on road was 50 mph and in the water was 5 knots. It weights around eight tons with a length of 18′ 8″, width of 8’2″ and a height of 7′ 6″ making it compact and easy to move. Note: This vehicle is displayed off site. Please contact our office for viewing information. CONDITION: This vehicle is very a complete example of a rarely seen armored personnel carrier. It does show wear from having been stored outside for some time in its paint work. It has not run for at least 8 years and would need some investment in time to making it operational again. It has a small leak in the front left tire. Some accessories are included that were stored separately from the vehicle, including periscopes, windshields cable reals and headlights. 52675-4 MS (15,000-30,000) – Lot 2066 |
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2067
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$20,700.00 |
*RARE SPRINGFIELD ARMORY M1 GAS TRAP GARAND RIFLE.SN 1217. Cal. 30/06. This early production Gas Trap Garand was assembled in January 1938 with provenance attributable to well-known author and Springfield rifle collector, William S. Brophy. The rear of the receiver is marked “US RIFLE/CAL 30/M1/SPRINGFIELD/SPRINGFIELD/ARMORY”. Standard three-piece walnut military stock, the forward hand guard and buttstock being more recent replacements. The left side of the stock is cartouched “S.A.-S.G.P.” and an encircled “P” is on the front of the pistol grip. Correct replacement/refinished stock, with small hole/large hole, capped with an unmarked no-trap door buttplate. As true for all the Gas Traps, the main metal parts of this are finished in gray green phosphate. The later operating rod is noticeably darker than the receiver and the gas trap system has transitioned to a dull grey. Disassembly shows the following drawing numbers. Trigger group #D28290, Early Trigger Guard w/ Rear Concentric Rings #C46025, Hammer #C46008-1, Hammer Spring Guide is later version without wings, Bolt #D28287-2SA/B1, Operating Rod #D35382 3 8A (no relief cut), Bullet Guide #B8875SA, Safety Marked “SA”, Front Sight salt blued and unnumbered, Heat Treatment on Right Side of Receiver #D28291, unmarked Trigger, Gas Trap System with small “v” behind sight #D28289-1, Barrel stamped N and P. The rear sight has serrated windage and elevation dials, the rear sight spring is numbered #B8872, and the gun has a two-piece Keystone recoil spring. PROVENANCE: Bill of sale citing purchase from William S. Brophy in 1968. Ex. Bill Morrison Collection. CONDITION: VG-Excellent with refurbished/replaced parts as previously noted. Very small marks are present from storage and handling. Most of the phosphate finish remains except for over the gas-housing, where the parts are greyed. Very light finish loss on operating rod handle and high points of sights. Butt plate has light wear with slight finish loss at high points of checkering. Bore and mechanics are excellent. Gas Trap Garands are a Holy Grail for many military collectors, rarely offered at any price, this one with excellent provenance. 52258-1 (17,500-22,500) C&R – Lot 2067 Click here to view provenance |
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2068
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$71,876.15 |
HISTORICALLY IMPORTANT MAXIM NORDENFELT 37MM “POM-POM”, NAVAL DECK GUN (EXEMPT FROM NFA).SN 2024. Cal. 37mm. 51″ bbl. This exquisitely and professionally restored orig “one pounder” Maxim Nordenfelt automatic cannon is one of only very few extent of the early model. When found these are normally badly deteriorated having been exposed to the elements for decades, often as part of municipal historical monuments. This extraordinary specimen has the correct color gray paint covering the sideplates with a massive brass feed block incorporating an attractive wooden roller. It sets on an orig correct albeit non-matching SN Naval cone mount with brass cradle; the entire display piece is on a custom made wheeled dolly, making it manageable to move around. Actuating arm, feed slide, pawls and pins not present in feed block, nor is bolt present in receiver. Orig mainspring is included but not installed as the tabbed ends are not serviceable. Trigger bar, hand grip, cover, charging handle and external levers present and appear serviceable. Impressive orig brass spring cover also present on left side. Elevation adjustment wheel non-functional, however, steel pins and adjustable shaft allow one to display this piece pointing any number of positions of a wide vertical arc. Traverses smoothly through 360 degrees. This impressive display piece is non-functional due to missing the parts mentioned above and it is important to note that although this model is an automatic cannon with a rifled bore diameter greater than 1/2″ it has been declared “exempt” from the provisions of the National Firearms Act (NFA). A copy of a BATF letter attesting to this fact for this model is provided. This model is of significant historical interest as it was originally manufactured in 1889 as part of a thirty gun initial production run (This class of Maxim started at #2001). The first sale of gun #2024, with 5 others was made to the Minister of Marine, St Petersburg, Russia in March of 1895. All six guns were rejected due to defects and were returned to the factory and rebuilt. The top cover is marked with the issue/rebuild date of 1895. The company was reorganized in 1897 and conducted business as Vickers, Sons and Maxim (VSM), thus there are VSM inspection stamps on the gun. It is clear that the gun was sold, used, factory rebuilt and remarked before purchase by the U.S. Navy in the first days of the Spanish American War. This gun was included in the first group of sixteen guns that the U.S. Navy purchased in March of 1898. This very gun, Navy Registry number 5, along with gun #2026 registry #6 were placed on the MANNING, a U.S. revenue Cutter, in April 1898, at Norfolk U.S. Navy Yard, according to the records of the U.S. Bureau of Ordnance. The Manning was taken into U.S. Naval service and participated in the bombardment of Spanish positions off Cabanas, Cuba on May 12th 1898. Eventually, Maxim 1 Pdr. Automatic Guns of this type were declared obsolete in the years 1911/1912 and were removed from ships during this period. PROVENANCE: RG 74 Records of the Bureau of Ordnance; Record of Armament of Naval Vessels, 1841-1903; Registry of Mounts for Secondary Battery, 1888-1913. Pgs 116 and 118-E131 CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is absolutely outstanding as restored with the brass jacket exhibiting a pleasing patina with a commensurate finish on the brass feed block and other brass parts. Metal sideplate exhibit correct gray Navy paint. Orig brass spring housing simply outstanding. Trigger bar shows evidence of significant old pitting but is completely serviceable. Bore is moderately pitted but retains significant rifling. The “one pounder”, 1.457″ cartridge coupled with its manageable 250-300 rounds per minute rate of fire was extremely effective and could perforate a 1″ iron plate at 100 yards. Should a person be able to locate or fabricate the remaining parts, with the appropriate expertise, this gun could likely be restored to an operating condition. This cataloger is not aware of any source of orig solid steel projectile ammunition nor of a belt which would accommodate it, however, this specimen in this condition provides a unique opportunity for the advanced U.S. Military and Navy ordnance collector to acquire one of the most impressive and attractive pieces of Navy ordnance ever to come to public auction. The fact that records indicate it first went to Russia, and then later was in U.S. Naval Service during the Spanish American War make this a gun of noteworthy interest. 50927-1 (125,000-200,000) – Lot 2068 Click here to view provenance |
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2069
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$32,200.00 |
**OUTSTANDING AND MATCHING MG-34 TANK MACHINE GUN WITH LAFETTE TRIPOD AND TRANSIT CHEST (C&R).SN 5808f. Cal. 8mm. 23″ bbl. Manufactured by “cra” (Maget) in 1943. External SNs match with buttstock and its steel retaining collar un-numbered as is often found on tank machine guns. Bbl is also without SN manufactured by “660” (Steyr) in 1940. Bolt SN matches rcvr. Bipod and clamp-on front sight present as well as anti-aircraft post and fork with Nazi marked yoke “eat” (Rudolf Schluckebeir & Co) and dated “43” over eagle proof. Top cover is marked “cof” (Carl Eickhorn) and matches receiver SN. Nazi proofs visible on many parts. Tripod manufactured by “eat” (Rudolf Schluckebeir) and includes orig leather shoulder carrying straps with brown leather covered pads. Accessories also include an orig pressed paper gunners pouch dated “1945” complete with spanner, broken case removal tool, AA sight, oiler, spare bolt, belt starter segment and orig “1944” dated mit. Orig action cover and leather sling also included in wooden transit chest, which does not match SN, probably one originally destined for Portugal as indicated by the exterior markings. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish extremely fine. Nearly all of a combination of orig finish with some professionally refinished parts. Feed arm is a plum/blue color, as is the buffer indicating re-finish. Hand grip does not appear to be re-finished. Markings throughout are crisp and clear. Mechanics of both gun and tripod are fine. Bore is extremely fine, shiny and bright. Bolt face also extremely fine. Leather pads and shoulder straps of tripod are extremely fine. Paint is very fine on tripod, as well as AA post and fork. Finding any MG-34 in this condition with these accessories is tremendous, to find a tank model like this is the opportunity of a collectors lifetime. 52168-3 JWK (24,000-32,000) C&R – Lot 2069 |
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2070
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$71,875.00 |
**ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC EXCEEDINGLY RARE COLT MONITOR MACHINE GUN U.S.M.C. MARKED (C&R).SN C-101214. Cal. .30-06. 23-1/8″ bbl with compensator. This absolutely fantastic Colt Monitor was formerly in the personal collection of James Lester Ballou, author of the noted book on the Browning Automatic Rifle A Rock and A Hard Place. Marked on top of receiver “Colt Automatic Machine Rifle / Model 1919-Cal. 30” with Browning patent and Colt manufacturing address as well as SN. Bolt locking block at top of receiver exhibits beautiful Marine Corp symbol with logo “Semper Fi” and “U.S.M.C.” Left side of receiver exhibits large “COLT MONITOR”. Cutts compensator is marked at bottom with “CUTTS” logo and trademark “Mfd by / SD & M”. Included in this lot is one unmarked 20 rnd mag and one reproduction leather sling. The former owner Jim Ballou acquired a parts set and later this receiver which hs then had professionally assembled together and refinished with the attractive gold filled lettering exhibited on this machine gun. Receiver SN is the only external SN present. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval for transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine as refinished, high luster Colt commercial type blue with a more of a non-reflective blue on the heat-shield above the forearm and on handgrip hardware. There are some tiny dings to the metal of the forearm heat-shield noticeable on both sides under finish and some very light pinprick pitting discernible on the side of the charging handle visible only upon close inspection. One can see the occasional handling marks in couple of spots, but this is a really outstanding, eye catching, and very rare variation ot the Browning Automatic rifle. Wood has some dings and handling marks particularly on the forend which has evidence of having gotten quite hot and bubbling the finish at some point. Mechanics are crisp. Bore is very fine, shiny and bright. Compensator has traces of green verdigris in the slots but is otherwise as beautiful a blue as the rest of this exceedingly high quality manufactured gun. The Colt Monitor is so rare as a transferable gun, and this ones condition albeit refinished, together with it’s provenance to the noted author James Lester Ballou make it a tremendous opportunity for the advanced American machine gun collector. 52517-6 JWK (50,000-75,000) C&R – Lot 2070 |
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2071
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$34,500.00 |
**ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC WINCHESTER MODEL 1918 BROWNING AUTOMATIC RIFLE (BAR) MACHINE GUN (C & R).SN 209931. Cal. .30-06. 31″ bbl with flash hider. Absolutely stellar condition Winchester Model 1918 B.A.R. with orig WWI era flash hider, 1918 marked sling, and 1918 dated “Plant Bros. & Co” gunners belt with 10 mags total. Belt is ink stenciled “TROOP A” and “26” on suspension straps indicating it actually saw service. Gun with typical Winchester Browning Automatic Rifle markings with flaming bomb arsenal marks on bbl and receiver. Bbl also is Winchester MFG dated 1-19. Receiver SN is the only visible external SN. Select fire gun with wooden buttstock and checkered walnut forend, and first style gas nut. Accompanying this gun is an orig War Department Basic Field Manual of the Browning Automatic Rifle. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval for transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine as refinished with a couple of slight dings to the lower left side of receiver at the mag well barely discernible underneath the refinish. Evidence of buff marks above mag well on left side and just to the rear of charging handles underneath finish. Buttplate is a pleasing gray patina. Wood is very fine with a couple of dings to forend and the loss of a few checks on the left side at the high edge. Sling is strong, supple, and serviceable, as is gunners belt, with 1 suspension strap parted leaving only 8″ with hook and hardware intact. Mags range from lustrous blue finish with “S” proof mark on floorplate to gray thinning WWII era standard mags, all appear serviceable. Mechanics are crisp. Bore is fine with some slight pitting in the grooves, starting to turn dark. Winchester manufactured specimens of 1918 B.A.R.s in orig unmodified configuration surface only rarely and this one stands head and shoulders above all others in overall appearance and attractiveness, especially with it’s vintage orig gunners belt and sling. If you have been looking for and waiting for a truly superior specimen, look no further. 52618-1 JWK (22,000-35,000) C&R – Lot 2071 Click here to view provenance |
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2072
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$31,050.00 |
**OUTSTANDING CONDITION GROUP INDUSTRIES MODEL 1918A2 BROWNING AUTOMATIC RIFLE (BAR) MACHINE GUN. (FULLY TRANSFERABLE). SN 00139. Cal. 30-06. 27″ bbl with flash hider. This is a USGI parts kit with undated NE-7 (New England Arms Co.) marked bbl. Early WW2 Era composite buttstock with flip-up shoulder rest and provision for monopod as well as walnut forearm on a Group Industries registered receiver. The receiver SN is the only serial numbered part, with national stock numbers on magazine and trigger group. This is in the classic 1918A2 configuration, with slow and fast rate automatic fire only (attractive model for Connecticut collectors) with typical flash hider and bipod. It incorporates the most improved and latest style gas regulator nut which can be turned by hand to adjust the size of the aperture, which routes gas to the operating piston. It includes 1 original 20-rnd magazine. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF Form 3 or 4. |
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2073
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$34,500.00 |
**OUTSTANDING DLO REGISTERED WESTINGHOUSE BROWNING MODEL 1917 MACHINE GUN (FULLY TRANSFERABLE)SN 155945. Cal. .30-06. 24″ bbl. This is one of those rare and welcome cases where one of the early bottom plate un-modified Browning Model of 1917 water-cooled machine guns complete with “W.E.W.” inspector markings was registered by Douglas L. Oefinger as a full transferable machine gun. Rear sight is graduated in meters and so marked. Drain cork is split but mostly present. Bolt is devoid of any top markings. Top of brass trunnion exhibits a small “penguin” proof mark over “34” with a “T” on the right side. Included is one orig, albeit re-painted, Model of 1918 tripod manufactured by “THE STANDARD EQUIPMENT COMPANY” as indicated by orig data plate. Orig leather retaining collar present and serviceable. Rear retaining pin chain appears to be a replacement and held to head of tripod by cotter pin. No external SNs visible except for receiver SN. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is very good to very fine. Orig finish thinning and turning to a pleasant light brown smooth patina, with a couple of very light dings and scratches to the water jacket. Mechanics are crisp. Firing mechanism functions smoothly when operated by hand. This weapon appears fully functional. Bore is fine with shiny lands turning dark in the grooves. Bolt face is extremely fine. Tripod retains almost all of an extremely fine re-painted finish. Orig wooden grips have some light dings and handling marks, but otherwise, very attractive and serviceable. Un-modified orig Browning 1917 machine guns are seldom encountered. This one with its scarce orig 1918 tripod and in this condition is a real prize for the early machine gun collector. 51810-1 JWK (28,000-40,000) – Lot 2073 |
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2074
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$57,500.00 |
**TREMENDOUSLY ATTRACTIVE AND HISTORIC SAVAGE U.S. MODEL 1917 LEWIS MACHINE GUN (C & R).SN 20670. Cal. .30-06. 28″ bbl. Absolutely fabulous model of 1917 Lewis machine gun with U.S. Navy anchor proof on receiver and bolt. Typical markings on top and right side of receiver. Includes clamp on bi-pod and two 47 .30-06 rnd pan mags. Orig sights with ladder marked “30-US”. Attractive walnut stock numbered 1242, which does not match the gun SN or the U.S. Navy number which is 2431. External receiver number and U.S. number do not match which is appropriate. Accompanying this gun is a vintage orig Savage Arms Corp., Lewis Machine Gun handbook. Lewis guns are one of the most sought after WWI machine gun collectibles. They are exceedingly well made and very good running guns. They were popular with troops from any country when they acquired them. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval for transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine as arsenal repainted. Deep black enamel finish on all metal parts thinning to bare metal at high edges with exception of bi-pod which is turning more of a brown patina. Metal is in outstanding condition underneath the finish, with some slight dings here and there. 1 pan mag marked “Cal. 30.06” has more of a deep lustrous finish with some noticeable pitting in spots, yet still very handsome. The other pan is not refinished and is turning either a gray or brown patina with some scattered light pitting. Wood is very good with some dings and handling marks. Mechanics are crisp. Bore is shiny and bright with with some light pitting. An exceedingly attractive and collectible Lewis gun. 52618-2 JWK (15,000-25,000) C&R – Lot 2074 Click here to view provenance |
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2075
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$51,750.00 |
**ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC HIGH CONDITION EXTREMELY EARLY COLT MODEL 1921 THOMPSON MACHINE GUN (C&R).SN 935. Cal. 45ACP. 10-1/2″ bbl. This early “square slot” Thompson Model 1921A with low SN comes with an orig numbered “1457” New York address 50 rnd drum in “Mills” web pouch and also includes four un-marked early COLT commercial 20 rnd magazines, and an orig vintage brown web combination gun and magazine carrying case. Orig oiler is present within buttstock which exhibits anchor proof mark on front of wood. Visible SNs match and there is no doubt that this gun is an all matching original. Typical markings with “JHB” proof mark on right side of receiver. This exact gun is listed in Roger’s Cox’s book on “THE THOMPSON SUBMACHINE GUN” on page 55. It states there and included registration forms verify that consignor is first private owner since gun came from the Santa Maria, CA Police Department. In Cox’s book he states that this Thompson #935 was one of the first 1921A Thompsons sold to a Police Department. This weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. PROVENANCE: Formerly property of Santa Maria, CA Police Department. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish very fine showing very little use with some scattered areas of pinprick corrosion on left side of receiver near high edge line below rear sight base and also a few noticeable pinpricks on the lower forward of the “FIRE” indicator. Right side of receiver has barely noticeable pinpricks just below the New York address. Hand grip screw shows evidence of turning. This in no way detracts from the extreme handsomeness of the deep lustrous blue finish and chocolate brown of the wood furnishings. Wood does show some light handling marks. Mechanics are crisp. Extremely fine bright bore. Only the slightest of finish wear at the actuator slot indicating very little firing. Internals are 1921 parts. Original vintage New York address drum is in fine condition including mechanics with finish starting to thin. Magazines very fine. Web carriers also very fine and serviceable. When Thompson’s with SNs under 1000 surface for sale it is noteworthy. To find one in this kind of original condition with such provenance and with only one owner from the orig police department is truly extraordinary. 52523-1 JWK (45,000-60,000) C&R – Lot 2075 Click here to view provenance |
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2076
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$45,425.00 |
**HISTORICAL EARLY “SQUARE SLOT” COLT THOMPSON MODEL OF 1921 MACHINE GUN USED TO GUARD JOHN DILLINGER (C&R).SN 2265. Cal. 45 ACP. 10-1/2″ bbl. This Colt Model 1921A Thompson is listed by SN as being shipped to The Adjutant General’s Office in Indianapolis, Indiana and subsequently to the Indiana State Prison, Michigan City, Indiana in Gordon Herigstad’s book. There is also an excerpt from an email from Gordon Herigstad to the previous owner substantiating this included as provenance. John Dillinger was incarcerated in Indiana State Prison from 1924-1933. This Colt Thompson without compensator retains its orig 1921 parts, 1921 bolt and actuator, external SNs match with typical markings throughout. Slot at the forward end of receiver is square as is found on the earlier manufactured Thompsons. Anchor proof mark visible at front of buttstock. Orig “Made in USA” oiler is included, as well as a reproduction hard case with key. One orig 50 rnd “New York N.Y., U.S.A.” drum and one “Patented-AUG 20, 1920 AUG 24, 1920-JAN 11, 1921” 20 rnd magazine are also included. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. PROVENANCE: Formerly of the Richard R. Wray Collection, Cincinnati, Ohio. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is very fine orig finish thinning at the high edges and starting to turn grey at the rear of the lower assembly above the pistol grip. Wood is fine with some dings and handling marks. Mechanics are fine. Firing mechanism functions smoothly when operated by hand. Bore is likewise; fine, bright and shiny. 20 rnd magazine retains about 50% of its orig finish, thinning to a pleasing grey patina. Drum retains closer to 85-90% finish and is slightly misshapen at the bottom of the rear cover where it was apparently dropped at some point. Drum spring tension remains good and it appears serviceable. The Colt Thompson is the most sought after of the Thompson models, and when you add features such as early production, condition and historical provenance, this increases the desirability for both collectors and investors alike. This gun combines all the right elements for the most discerning and savvy collector. 52029-1 JWK (35,000-45,000) C&R – Lot 2076 |
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2077
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$37,950.00 |
**EXTREMELY ATTRACTIVE LOW SN SQUARE SLOT COLT THOMPSON MODEL 1921AC MACHINE GUN WITH 50 ROUND DRUM (C & R).SN 1252. Cal. .45 ACP. 12-1/2″ bbl. Very low SN Colt 1921 Thompson with Cutts logo compensator on “S” marked bbl, with correct walnut vertical forend. External SNs match. Includes one Auto-Ordnance Corp, “NEW YORK” marked 50 rnd drum, and one 30 rnd mag. 1921 internals with large diameter mainspring. Forward end of actuator slot is square as it should be on this low SN gun. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval for transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is very fine as refinished with a deep lustrous blue finish on main parts including drum with buttplate a pleasing gray patina. Loss of finish at the high edges of the rear sight with some loss of finish visible on actuator through charging handle slot, and at back of lower assembly above hand grip. There are two barely noticeable dings at the center of the actuator slot. Forend and buttstock are a rich brown color with the hand grip less lustrous. Slight dings, a couple small chips, and handling marks on wooden furniture of vertical foregrip and pistol grip with light handling marks to buttstock. Mechanics are crisp. Bore is very fine brilliant and bright. This is an extremely attractive looking Thompson with a great bore and low SN. Impressive sight. 52566-1 JWK (32,000-45,000) C&R – Lot 2077 |
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2078
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$31,625.00 |
**VERY ATTRACTIVE AUTO-ORDNANCE BRIDGEPORT MODEL 1928A1 THOMPSON MACHINE GUN (C&R).SN S-528442 NAC. Cal. .45 ACP. 12-1/2″ bbl with compensator. Classic 1928A1 Thompson machine gun with Bridgeport address on right side of receiver and typical model markings on left side of receiver with suffix “NAC” (Numrich Arms Corp). Lower assembly is a re-number to match upper assembly as is often found on guns which were imported after WWII by Numrich Arms Corporation. These guns were assembled expediently. This particular specimen has a Cutts compensator without markings, horizontal forend and a no buckle sling. It retains 1928 internal parts. It also includes one Seymour 50 rnd drum, three 30 rnd stick mags, two 20 rnd stick mags (one Seymour, other unmarked), and an orig GI canvas cover. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is very good to very fine with a matte non-reflective orig finish on receiver with more lustrous finish on bbl and compensator, as is appropriate for this era of manufacture. Lower assembly appears to be a factory finish upon re-numbering and retains clear inspector initials, as well as the “S” (Savage) prefix to SN. Mechanics are crisp. Firing mechanism functions smoothly when operated by hand. Bore is very fine, shiny and bright. Magazines show some light surface corrosion, but should clean up well and appear fully serviceable as is. These Savage manufactured Thompson machine guns are the most durable of all the manufactured variations and as such enjoy a special popularity with both historical and shoot collecting enthusiasts. Really nice gun! 51805-1 JWK (19,000-24,000) C&R – Lot 2078 |
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2079
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$20,700.00 |
**FANTASTIC HIGH CONDITION AUTO ORDNANCE WEST HURLEY MODEL 1928 THOMPSON MACHINE GUN (C & R).SN 2347A. Cal. .45 ACP. 12-1/2″ bbl with Thompson bullet logo Cutts compensator. Typical Thompson bullet logo on top of receiver with extremely attractive wood furnishings. Rear sight base factory riveted to top of receiver. Receiver SN is the only externally visible SN. Blued steel bolt and includes 1 “Auto-Ordnance Corp. / New York” 50 rnd drum mag, and 1 U.S. 30 cartridge mag. Also included is a guitar case with foam fitted to transport this gun. Safety and selector are an attractive plum color as a result of the hardening process. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval for transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine, near mint lustrous dark blue finish on receiver with more of a matte finish at ejection port and on each side of receiver at bbl socket. Slight loss of finish where actuator rides in receiver slot and at ejection port. Wood is exceedingly attractive, beautiful grain to the buttstock with loss of black enamel finish at hardware attachment point, not visible when stock is in place. Mechanics are crisp. Brilliant, extremely fine, bright bore. Mags finish commensurate with gun. Pretty much impossible to upgrade the condition of this specimen. 52626-6 JWK (16,000-25,000) C&R – Lot 2079 |
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2080
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$23,000.00 |
**HIGH CONDITION AUTO ORDNANCE WEST HURLEY THOMPSON MODEL 1928 IN HARD CASE WITH ACCESSORIES (C & R).SN 1511A. Cal. .45 ACP. 12-1/2″ bbl. Extremely handsome West Hurley Thompson in repro case with three 30 rnd mags, one 50 rnd West Hurley drum with “Reliability by GUNMACHINES” sticker affixed to back. Includes unattached horizontal forend, no buckle sling & cleaning rod. This Thompson has Thompson bullet logo compensator with Thompson bullet logo trademark on top of receiver. Lower assembly is unnumbered as is appropriate. Receiver SN is only visible external number. Classic walnut furnishing with vertical hand grip and detachable buttstock. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval for transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is very fine, lustrous orig finish, thinning to bare metal where the actuator rides in the slot with some loss of finish to the top of the bolt and a polished feed ramp within receiver. Mechanics are crisp. Bore is extremely fine, brilliant and bright. Wood is extremely handsome with only very slight handling marks. Mag and drum finish also extremely fine, lustrous blue. Repro case blue lined, in extremely fine condition. Overall a very fine Thompson set up with both horizontal and vertical forends to please the taste of any would be Thompson enthusiast easily recognizable as The American “Tommy” gun. 52608-3 JWK (15,000-20,000) C&R – Lot 2080 Click here to view provenance |
