Revised: 10/31/2017

Please Note: Additional Information: This extraordinary rifle was awarded silver medal #442 at the annual NRA show in Milwaukee, WI, 2006. The medal & certificate accompany this lot.

EXTREMELY RARE WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 LEVER ACTION RIFLE ENGRAVED IN HIGH RELIEF BY JOHN ULRICH AND DISPLAYED AT THE 1876 PHILADELPHIA WORLD EXPOSITION.

SN 104468. Cal. 44 RF Henry. Extraordinarily beautiful example of the engraver’s art, this rifle has 24-1/4″ oct bbl, full magazine, Rocky Mountain front sight and 900 yd. Henry ladder rear sight. Mounted with uncheckered, nicely figured, about 3X shell grain buttstock and flame grain forearm with straight stock and crescent buttplate. Right side of buttstock is inlaid with small German silver bowtie-shaped plaque. Bottom of stock and forend cap have factory sling swivels. Left side of lower tang, under the wood is marked “V / XXXX”. Top tang channel of buttstock is marked with spurious matching SN and inside toe of buttplate with orig matching SN. Trigger is of the narrow, pointed-toe style often found on special 1866 rifles. Receiver, forend cap and buttplate are gold washed. The rifle is incredibly engraved with absolutely full coverage. Relief engraving art by John Ulrich featuring a total of seven panels all surrounded by intricate, intertwined foliate arabesque patterns that have extremely fine pearled backgrounds. Left sideplate is engraved with the large deep relief round vignette of a bugling bull elk set in an extremely detailed forest scene. Forward of that panel is the small round vignette of a flying waterfowl over a marsh scene. On the left rear side is the small vignette of a running fox in a field scene. Left front flat is engraved with the large vignette of a deep relief regal bull elk in a detailed forest scene. Right sideplate is also engraved with the large round vignette in deep relief depicting a bull elk in a detailed forest scene. The right front side flat has the large vignette of a deep relief engraved skulking mountain lion and the right rear of the frame has the small vignette of a squirrel on a limb surrounded by foliate patterns. Remainder of receiver, sideplates, top and bottom tangs are covered in semi-relief foliate arabesque patterns with various small open accent panels. Forend cap and buttplate tang are engraved to match. This rifle was manufactured in about 1872 and was believed to have been part of the factory sample collection which was exhibited at the 1876 Philadelphia World Exposition. This rifle is very similar to SN 104463, which is pictured, both sides on pg. 146 of Winchester Engraving, Wilson with much of the same themes and the panels and nearly identical engraving patterns. PROVENANCE: Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube retain a smooth blue brown patina with stronger blue in sheltered areas. Bbl has a few spots of blood pitting toward the muzzle. Receiver has been polished a long time ago, which removed some of the shading in the background of the larger vignettes. Edges of receiver and sideplates show light to moderate wear and overall shows traces of orig gold wash. Buttplate and forend cap are a medium to dark mustard patina which matches the patina of the receiver. Hammer retains strong case colors, bright in sheltered areas. Lever is a brown patina with fine pitting. The replacement buttstock has a repaired chip in the toe with some light wood filler and a few grain checks on right side. Otherwise wood is sound and retains an old refinish. Mechanics are fine. Bright shiny bore. 52170-29 (100,000-150,000) – Lot 1009

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WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 LEVER ACTION RIFLE ELABORATELY ENGRAVED BY CONRAD ULRICH WITH DELUXE WOOD.

SN 46038. Cal. 44 RF Henry. Spectacular Conrad Ulrich engraved ’66 rifle with 24-1/4″ oct bbl, full magazine, German silver Rocky Mountain front sight and replacement full buckhorn, Kentucky rifle style rear sight with fine “V” notch. Mounted with very highly figured, about 4-X uncheckered American walnut with straight stock and crescent buttplate that has a trap. Bottom of stock and forend cap have factory sling swivels. Left side of lower tang, under the wood is marked with a “G” and “VXXX”. Left side of top tang is marked “20”. Top tang channel of buttstock has the entire matching SN and inside toe of buttplate has last four digits of matching SN. Receiver, forend cap and buttplate tang are elaborately engraved by Conrad F. Ulrich with full coverage on both sides of receiver. Left side has the rectangular vignette of a hunter and his dog with a buck deer in the background all set in a forest scene. Left front side flat is engraved with a walking bear set in a forest scene. Right sideplate has the round vignette depicting a hunter holding his firearm with a bird dog on point in the foreground all set in a detailed forest scene. Right front side flat depicts a buck deer standing in a meadow nibbling leaves off a tree. Both sides of receiver and sideplates are completely surrounded by very detailed and nicely shaded foliate arabesque patterns that have a very fine pearled background and Mr. Ulrich’s typical scalloped borders. One scroll on the left side terminates in a flower blossom with another on the right side and a small scroll at the right rear that terminates in a dog’s head. Top of receiver is deeply engraved in foliate and geometric patterns with fine zig-zag borders and very fine pearled background. Top and bottom tangs are engraved to match. Bottom of receiver and bottom of carrier are likewise engraved. Forend cap is also engraved to match with matching scalloped border. Buttplate tang is engraved in similar pattern to that found on top of receiver ring. Altogether, an incredibly beautiful example of the engraver’s art. This rifle, is pictured, both sides, and identified by SN on pg. 107 of Winchester Engraving, Wilson, with credit to the Ivan B. Hart collection. This rifle is similarly engraved to several other 1866 rifles and carbines engraved and signed by Conrad Ulrich, although none of them are fitted with such a highly figured stock and forearm. PROVENANCE: Ivan B. Hart collection; Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Good, all matching. No orig finish remains, with the bbl and magazine tube a smooth artificially aged grey brown patina with a few spots of light rust over the forearm area around the rear sight. Receiver and sideplates show moderate to heavy wear with the engraving still mostly sharp and clear. Lever and hammer are matching patina to the bbl. Forearm has three grain checks and there is a hairline back to top tang in the buttstock, otherwise wood is sound with a few light nicks and bruises and retains a smooth dark refinish. Mechanics are fine. Worn dark bore with moderate to heavy pitting. 52170-28 (65,000-95,000) – Lot 1011

EXTRAORDINARILY RARE L.D. NIMSCHKE ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 DELUXE SADDLE RING CARBINE.

SN 118353. Cal. 44 RF Henry. Extraordinary ’66 carbine with 20″ bbl, full magazine, integral front sight/bbl band and 2-postition flip rear sight graduated 100,300 & 500 yds. Left side of receiver has a staple and ring. Mounted with uncheckered, extraordinary, 3-4X center crotch, flame grain American walnut with straight stock and rifle buttplate with trap. Left side of lower tang, under the wood is marked “XXV”. Unusually, the full SN is found in the top tang channel of buttstock and inside toe of buttplate. This carbine is one of the most elaborately Nimschke engraved arms to come to market in recent history. The engraving consists of nearly full coverage on the sides and top of receiver & sideplates with fabulous, sweeping, intertwined foliate arabesque patterns that have fine pearled background. Above the lever screw on each sideplate is engraved with a large shell or fan pattern reminiscent of nearly identical patterns observed on Nimschke engraved handguns. One of the large scrolls on the left sideplate incorporates a mythical dog’s head also reminiscent of similar engravings on Nimschke engraved handguns. Top of receiver ring is engraved in Mr. Nimschke’s trademark flower blossom which is usually found on bottom of carrier. Balance of top of receiver is engraved with matching foliate arabesque patterns which extend around the hammer slot and onto the top tang. Buttplate tang is engraved to match. A most unusual and elaborate feature, attesting to the extensive degree of engraving, is the matching engraving patterns on sides of the hammer, sides of the lever, forearm band and front sight band, features almost never seen on engraved arms of that era. Given the extensive and elaborate engraving found on this carbine along with the very highly figured wood, it can almost certainly be surmised that it was intended as an exhibition piece or for presentation to a head of state or someone of equal importance or high rank. The fact that it shows moderate to heavy wear testifies to its having been used by whomever was the recipient. This exact carbine, identified by SN, is pictured both sides on pg. 51 of The Book of Winchester Engraving, Wilson and identically on pg. 60 of Mr. Wilson’s book, Winchester Engraving. Both book entries are credited to the Paul Sorrell collection. PROVENANCE: Paul Sorrell collection; Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Good. Only traces of orig silver plating remain in the most sheltered areas, visible near the forearm band, around the rear sight and on the top and bottom tangs under the wood. Traces of oxidized silver can also be seen on the bottom tang and around the trigger slot, along with other traces on the loading gate. The gun metal receiver sideplates and buttplate show moderate to heavy edge wear with moderate wear to the engraving, which is still sharp and clear. Bbl and magazine tube are a dark brown patina with an area of rust on bbl and a ding in the magazine tube. Forearm band and front band are brown patina, as are the lever and hammer with pitting on the lever. Stock has a repaired crack through the wrist that is only faintly visible, otherwise wood is sound and retains an old restored finish. Mechanics are fine. Dark bore with sharp rifling and moderate to heavy pitting. 52170-32 (65,000-95,000) – Lot 1012

EXTRAORDINARILY RARE L.D. NIMSCHKE ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 LEVER ACTION MUSKET.

SN 72133. Cal. 44 RF Henry. Rare engraved musket with 27″ rnd bbl, 7/8 magazine, square base front sight/bayonet lug and 900-yd Henry-type ladder rear sight that is probably orig to this musket. Mounted with uncheckered straight grain American walnut with 2/3 length forearm, 3 bands and straight stock that has musket/carbine buttplate with trap, containing a 4-pc brass and iron cleaning rod. Left side of lower tang, under the wood is marked with the assembly number 2393 with matching number in top tang channel of buttstock and inside toe of buttplate. Bottom of stock and middle forearm band have factory sling loops. The receiver and sideplates are beautifully engraved by master engraver L.D. Nimschke with nearly full coverage on the sides consisting of elaborate, sweeping, intertwined foliate arabesque patterns that have a fine pearled background. Two of the scrolls on the left side terminate in feather patterns with a panel in the center of left sideplate engraved “M.R.” and an empty panel in the front side flat. Right side is equally beautifully engraved with more tight patterns having a sweeping ribbon in the center through which a foliate arabesque pattern emerges from an engraved rectangle. Right front side flat is a mirror image of the left. The transition flats from sideplates to front side panels are unusually engraved in foliate and floral patterns. Bottom of the carrier is engraved in a geometric pattern with multiple borders and there is Mr. Nimschke’s flower blossom between the timing screws. Bottom tang is engraved in a geometric pattern behind trigger slot surrounding Mr. Nimschke’s “LDN” initial signature. Top of receiver is engraved in foliate & floral and geometric patterns. Sides of top and bottom tangs, under the wood and in other sheltered areas show orig gold wash. Given the elaborate engraving, which is unusual to find on a musket, it seems likely that this musket would have been intended as a presentation to some governmental authority to solicit a contract or as a presentation. The fact that this musket shows moderate to heavy use would indicate that is may not have remained in the U.S. but was probably shipped into the Middle East or South America. This musket is pictured, both sides, on pg. 50 of The Book of Winchester Engraving and on pg. 59 of Winchester Engraving, both by Wilson with credit to the James D. Stewart collection. PROVENANCE: The James D. Steward collection; Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Good, all matching. Bbl, magazine tube and bands retain most of a fine professionally restored finish. Receiver and sideplates retain about 30-40% orig gold wash, stronger on left side. Lever and hammer are a mottled grey/brown patina. Wood is sound with usual nicks, dings and scratches showing heavy wear and an old refinish. Mechanics are fine. Strong sharp bore with good shine and spots of heavy pitting. Cleaning rod has replacement slotted tip and one damaged female thread section, otherwise is fine. 52170-31 (30,000-50,000) – Lot 1014

RARE L.D. NIMSCHKE ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 LEVER ACTION RIFLE INSCRIBED WITH INITIALS “HWC” PURPORTED TO HAVE BELONGED TO OREGON U.S. SENATOR HENRY W CORBETT.

SN 28860. Cal. 44 RF Henry. Spectacular Nimschke engraved ’66 rifle with 24-1/4″ oct bbl, full magazine, German silver, knife blade front sight and 900 yd. Henry ladder rear sight. Mounted with uncheckered, straight grain American walnut with straight stock and crescent buttplate with trap. Bottom of buttstock and forend cap have factory sling swivels. Top tang channel and buttstock is marked with last four digits of matching SN, which are also found inside toe of buttplate. Receiver is beautifully engraved by master engraver L.D. Nimschke with about 70% coverage on the receiver and flourishes on forend cap and buttplate tang. Receiver engraving consists of the fabulous vignette of a screaming eagle’s head on left sideplate and the patriotic vignette of a shield and stars overlaid by a wide ribbon engraved with the initials “H.W.C”. Both vignettes are surrounded by Mr. Nimschke’s sweeping foliate arabesque patterns that have fine pearled background. Both front side flats are identically engraved to match. Top of receiver is engraved in foliate and floral patterns with geometric patterns on top flat. Top tang, behind hammer slot is also engraved with foliate and floral pattern. Bottom of the carrier is engraved with Mr. Nimschke’s trademark flower blossom and there is a foliate pattern between the timing screws that has four stars in the center. Bottom tang, behind trigger slot is engraved with a geometric and stars pattern. Forend cap and buttplate tang are engraved to match with foliate arabesque patterns. According to consignor, this rifle had been presented to Oregon U.S. Senator, Henry W. Corbett (1827-1903). Senator Corbett was born in Massachusetts and eventually wound up in Oregon, where he was elected to the United States Senate and served 1867-1873. This rifle was produced in about 1869 during his term in office and undoubtedly was a presentation from a benefactor seeking an appointment or favor from the Senator. Accompanied by a 2-pg. letter from renowned researcher and author, George Madis, wherein he substantiates most of the technical information above. Another Model 1866 with identical engraving is pictured on pg. 121 of The Winchester Book, 1985 edition. PROVENANCE: Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Good. No orig finish remains, with the bbl and magazine tube being mostly a grey/brown patina. Bbl address is faint but mostly legible. Receiver and sideplates show moderate to heavy edge wear with light to moderate wear on the engraving, which is still completely clear and overall retain a fine medium mustard patina. Forend cap and buttplate are matching patina. Wood is sound with light handling and storage nicks and scratches and retains most of an old refinish. Mechanics are fine. Dark bore with good rifling and moderate to heavy pitting. 52170-30 (20,000-30,000) – Lot 1016

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SCARCE ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 105521. Cal. 44 RF Henry. Fine ’66 rifle with 24-1/4″ oct bbl, full magazine, altered Rocky Mountain front sight with German silver blade and replacement Kentucky rifle style fixed rear sight. Mounted with uncheckered straight grain American walnut with straight stock that has crescent buttplate with trap containing an orig 4-pc brass & iron cleaning rod. Left side of lower tang, under the wood is marked with an “X”, a “P” and an “F”. Last four digits of matching SN are found in top tang channel of buttstock and inside toe of buttplate. Bottom of stock and forend cap have factory-style sling swivels that may have been added. Receiver, forend cap and buttplate tang are beautifully engraved in period New York style, probably from the L. D. Nimschke shop. Engraving consists of nearly full coverage, extremely well executed foliate arabesque patterns with fine pearled background on both sides. Each sideplate exhibits an empty rnd panel with dash and dot border. The transition on the left side is engraved with diamonds and the right side with diamond and dot patterns. Receiver ring over the top is engraved in a large “X” pattern with diamond and dot background. Diamond patterns are also engraved on top edges of receiver overlapping the sideplates. Foliate arabesque patterns extend over the top of the receiver, by the hammer slot and onto the top tang. Bottom of carrier is engraved in diamond and dot patterns with matching foliate arabesque patterns between the timing screws. Just below that engraved pattern is a stamped small rectangle which encloses the initials “JPE”, possibly those of the engraver which are unknown to this cataloger. Matching foliate arabesque patterns are engraved on each side of the nosecap and buttplate tang. This rifle was produced in about 1872 at a time when the West was still very wild with marauding Indians and other dangers and any repeating firearm was in great demand. Almost certainly this rifle would have been in the possession of a wealthy individual or as a presentation to an important person. The fact that it shows extensive use attests to the fact that it saw hard frontier service. PROVENANCE: Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Fair to good. No orig finish remains with all of the steel parts a cleaned grey/brown metal patina. The brass receiver, forend cap and buttplate retain a medium mustard patina showing moderate to heavy wear on the engraving with worn edges. Left front raised area of the receiver has a series of small dings. Stock has a hairline back of top tang, otherwise wood is sound with an old restored finish. Mechanics are fine. Worn dark bore with sharp rifling. Cleaning rod is fine. 52170-33 (20,000-30,000) – Lot 1017

*WINCHESTER 1886 DELUXE LIGHT WEIGHT LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 128970. Cal. 45-70. 22″ tapered rnd bbl. Lyman pedestal mounted bead front sight with Winchester flat top V notch elevator adjustable sporting rear sight. Half length mag. Blue finish with case colored hammer and lever. Forearm and pistol grip stock are XX grade fancy black walnut with style H factory checkering, hard rubber grip cap and hard rubber shotgun style buttplate. Inside lower tang is marked with assembly No. 210 followed by XX stock grade. Top tang stock channel is marked with matching 210. Accompanied by Cody Firearms Museum record check confirming configuration and further stating shipped 8/15/1904, order no. 224457. PROVENANCE: Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Very good orig condition with fine mechanics. Bright bore with strong rifling. 85-90% orig blue with spots of light pitting along top and lower edges of receiver. Hammer and lever have bright case colors on sides. Orig wood finish shows scattered scratches and marks with small spots of wear. 52170-35 DS (8,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 1074

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*WINCHESTER 1886 LIGHTWEIGHT DELUXE TAKEDOWN LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 126847. Cal. 45-70. 22″ tapered rnd bbl. Pedestal mounted Lyman No. 4 ivory bead hunting front sight with filler and rear dovetail. Blued action with case colored hammer and lever is factory equipped with Lyman No. 38 “Climbin Lyman” receiver sight. Half length mag with takedown lever. Forearm and pistol grip stock of oil finished XX black walnut. Stock features include style H factory checkering, hard rubber grip cap, and hard rubber shotgun buttplate. Inside lower tang is marked “633XXR”. Top tang channel of stock is marked “20”. Cody Firearms Museum record check confirms configuration of rifle including Lyman sight, with a ship date of 12/11/1902. PROVENANCE: Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Very good orig condition retaining over 80% orig blue showing light scratches and small dents on receiver. Sides of hammer and lever show some fading case colors. Unsanded wood shows light wear with scattered handling marks. Mechanics are fine. Bore is bright. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Please read the Conditions of Sale, section 15, for more information regarding the Endangered Species Act, and your responsibilities as a buyer. 52170-34 DS (5,000-8,000) C&R; ESA – Lot 1078

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*WINCHESTER MODEL 71 DELUXE LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 29220. Cal. 348 Win. 24″ tapered rnd bbl. Ramp matted bead front sight with filler in rear dovetail. Short tang action is fitted with Lyman No. 56 receiver sight. Half length mag. Checkered walnut forearm. Walnut stock with checkered wrist, hard rubber grip cap and checkered steel buttplate. Toe line of stock and forearm cap are fitted with bases for Super Grade sling swivels. PROVENANCE: Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Orig rifle in very good condition. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Mechanics are fine. Over 80% blue showing. Edge wear from carrying with area of light scratches on right side of receiver. Wood shows light finish and checkering wear with scattered scrapes, scratches and small dents. Left side of stock has a natural grain defect 4-1/2″ forward of buttplate. 52170-37 DS (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1104

*RARE PRE-WAR WINCHESTER MODEL 71 LONG TANG DELUXE LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 4571. Cal. 348 Win. 24″ bbl. Ramp mounted bead front sight with hood, filler in rear dovetail with desirable bolt peep rear sight. Half length mag. Heavy walnut forearm with factory checkering. Walnut buttstock has checkered wrist with hard rubber grip cap and checkered steel buttplate. Toe line of stock and forearm cap are equipped with bases for Super Grade sling swivels. Early style action with long top tang. PROVENANCE: Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Very good condition with fine mechanics. 80% lightly faded blue with carry wear along lower areas of action resulting in salt and pepper appearance. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Stocks have lightly worn finish and checkering showing scattered scratches and marks with a dent along toe line. Right side by comb flute and left side at wrist in center butt areas have small natural grain defects. 52170-36 (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1105

*GRAND OLD PARKER “A-1 SPECIAL” SHOTGUN DESCRIBED AND ILLUSTRATED IN “THE PARKER STORY” AND ON THE COVER OF THE JANUARY 1992 “CADA GUN JOURNAL” WITH CASE AND PGCA LETTER.

SN 239280. (1936) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers.1-1/2 Frame. 30″ Bbls are marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CT. U.S.A. PEERLESS STEEL” on concave matted rib. There are 3″ pyramids of nicely cut varying sized scroll on breech ends, and geometric bands around muzzles. Bbl flats are stamped with Peerless Steel logos and Parker overload proofs with Remington date codes “EK3” “WE”. (May ’36, Aug ’36). SN is on left side of lump and bottoms of lumps are damascened. Splinter is of reinforced type. Typical case hardened hammerless action features automatic safety (S inlaid in gold) and gold plated single selective trigger. Water table is engine turned and stamped with all correct markings. Action is nicely filed with four beads around fences; bottom beads running along rear of water table around transition of flat sides to round, and terminating in scrolls on bottom. Top lever has filed in chevron as transition to flutes running toward thumbpiece. Action is engraved with full coverage late “A-1 Special” style profuse small shaded scroll with floral bouquet highlights within geometric borders. “PARKER” is engraved on bottom of action, and ends of hinge pin are engraved. Blued trigger guard has matching scroll on bow and SN gold inlaid on tang. Very nicely marbled and lightly figured attractive flesh-toned European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14″ over skeleton steel buttplate. Composition grip cap has bottom inset large gold oval with border scroll engraving. Side panels have sunken checkering divided with thin scrolling ribbons and carved acanthus, and terminate in classic well carved fleur-di-lis. Checkering at grip is more flamboyant than that of usual “A-1 Specials”, with acanthus flourishes behind drop point and at point of comb, and with long flourishes into butt. Splinter forend is checkered and carved to match, has usual steel tip and Deeley type release. Interior of iron is engine turned and stamped with SN but no patent dates. Bore diameter: left -.731, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .039 (extra full), right – .034 (full). Wall thickness: left – .022, right – .026. Drop at heel: 2-9/16″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Neutral cast. Weight: 7 lbs. 3 oz. LOP: 14″. Gun is housed in high quality leather motor case with leather corners, lined in burgundy cloth, and has gold and black Parker label in lid. Case contains a square oil bottle and two keys. Gun matches all specifications as listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger, except stock type is not specified. PROVENANCE: This gun is pictured and described on pp. 370 -371 of THE PARKER STORY. Parker Gun Collectors Assn letter indicating gun was shipped from warehouse to the factory in January 1937, also that this gun was sent out to Remington employees on two occasions; Sept ’36 it was sent to shooting champion, Gus Peret; and in Jan ’37, it was sent to J. G. Heath. Also included is January 1992 CADA GUN JOURNAL where this gun is illustrated on the cover, and cover information relates that “this gun was ordered in 1935 by Mr. William Simpson, then chairman of the board for Marshall Field,” who “shot ducks and pheasants with it in northern Illinois until he sold it to a friend in 1967”, along with information on Mr. Simpson. Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Very fine, as lightly maintained. Bbls retain 90 – 95% what appears to be orig blue, thinning on sides from normal hand wear, silvered on sharp edges of rib. Action retains 60 – 70% orig case hardening color, strong where protected, actual percentage difficult to ascertain because of extensive engraving. Screws show some use, especially action screw, with slot widened and slightly distorted. Trigger guard retains most of its blue. Trigger retains nearly all of its gold plate, silvered a bit on right side of blade. Stocks retain nearly all of their orig finish, maintained with added oil over numerous light marks. Checkering lightly worn on grip; cleaned up a bit on forend. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Mechanically fine. Case leather is excellent with some marks and rubs. Interior is excellent. A superb late top of the cataloged line of Parkers. “The Parker Story” estimates a total of 79 were made, 55 in 12 ga. and 35 with 30″ bbls. 52170-1 MGM (75,000-125,000) C&R – Lot 1448

*SCARCE FINE CONDITION CLASSICALLY ENGRAVED PARKER “AAHE” SHOTGUN WITH PGCA LETTER.

SN 144829. (1908) Cal. 12 ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. 2 Frame. 30″ Bbls are hand engraved “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CONN. WHITWORTH STEEL” on concave matted rib, twin ivory beads. There are 2-1/4″ pyramids of large open shaded scroll with floral and strapwork highlights on breech ends, and geometric bands around muzzles. Bbl flats are stamped with grade numbers, both 7 and 8, and “W” (Whitworth). SN is on left side of lump. Bottoms of lumps are damascened. Typical case hardened hammerless action features non-automatic safety (SAFE engraved) and gold plated dbl triggers. Water table is stamped with all correct markings, except with only one “A”. It is however correctly stamped “7” (AA) and this gun is listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger as a grade “7”. Action is nicely filed with three beads around fences. Top lever has filed in chevron. Action is engraved with full coverage semi-relief large open scroll with acanthus, floral, and strapwork highlights within geometric borders. “PARKER BROS” is at the front of each side. This fine scroll also covers trigger plate and blued trigger guard which has SN on tang. Attractive crotch figured American walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-7/8″ over Silver type pad with widow’s peak. Sunken side panels are checkered and end in fleur-di-lis drop points. Checkering at grip is of typical “AA” pattern, with flourishes into butt. A gold oval with scroll engraving is set into composition grip cap. Splinter ejector forend is near fully checkered and has steel tip with filed nib and typical Parker release. Interior of iron is stamped with SN and 1901 patent dates. Bore diameter: left -.749, right – .736. Bore restrictions: left – .052 (extra full), right – .040 (extra full). Wall thickness: left – .022, right – .026. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Neutral cast. Weight: 8 lbs. 1 oz. LOP: 14-7/8″. PROVENANCE: Parker Gun Collectors Assn letter indicating gun was shipped Feb 1908. Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Fine, as partially refinished. Bbls retain nearly all of a high quality rust re-blue, breech end engraving still sharp, rib engraving and matting a bit soft. Action retains a considerable amount, perhaps as much as 50 – 60% orig case hardening color, actual percentage hard to judge due to extensive engraving. Stocks retain nearly all of a well done hand rubbed oil finish with a few very light subsequent marks, checkering exceptionally well re-cut. Pad is somewhat newer. Gold on triggers is excellent. Bores are excellent. Action has a touch of looseness. Bbls are very slightly off face. Ejectors are strong and in time. A rare gun THE PARKER STORY estimates a total of 238 were made in this grade, 185 in 12 ga. and 121 with 30″ bbls. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Please read the Conditions of Sale, section 15, for more information regarding the Endangered Species Act, and your responsibilities as a buyer. 52170-2 MGM (35,000-55,000) C&R; ESA – Lot 1449

*VERY ATTRACTIVE LONG BARRELLED 20 GAUGE PARKER “AHE” SHOTGUN WITH STRAIGHT GRIP STOCK AND ORIGINAL BEAVERTAIL FOREND WITH PGCA LETTER.

SN 228210. (1928) Cal. 20 ga. 3″ Chambers. 1 Frame. 30″ Bbls are marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CT. U.S.A. ACME STEEL” on concave matted rib, twin ivory beads. Bbl flats are stamped with steel type, grade, weight, Parker overload proofs, as well as “HT over A” and “11” (significance unknown). SN is on left side of lump. Splinter is reinforced. Typical case hardened hammerless action features automatic safety (SAFE engraved) and gold plated dbl triggers (front articulated – a rare Parker option). Water table is stamped with all correct markings. Action has nicely filed bead around fences. Top lever has filed in chevron. Action is engraved with near full coverage nicely cut scroll within geometric borders. This scroll surrounds well detailed game scenes; pair of geese flying over marsh on left, and a pair of pheasant, one flying, the other feeding, on right. “PARKER BROS” is in rectangle behind game scenes. Bottom of action has portrait of a pointer in oval, and a trio of quail standing in grass grace the trigger plate. Fine scroll also covers trigger guard bow. SN is on tang. Very attractive, classically marbled and figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over skeleton steel buttplate. Sunken side panels are checkered and end in fleur-di-lis drop points. Fancy pattern checkering at grip is of typical “A” pattern, with flourishes into butt. A vacant silver oval is on toe line. Orig matching beavertail ejector forend has crenelated checkering pattern and has typical Parker release. Interior of iron is stamped with SN and 1901 patent dates. Bore diameter: left -.615, right – .615. Bore restrictions: left – .020 (mod), right – .022 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .032, right – .034. Drop at heel: 2-13/16″, drop at comb: 1-11/16″. Neutral cast. Weight: 7 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. Gun matches all specifications as listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger, including beavertail forend. PROVENANCE: Parker Gun Collectors Assn letter stating gun was completed October 1928, and includes specifications stating orig LOP was 13″. Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Excellent, as completely and sympathetically restored. Bbls retain over 95% high quality rust re-blue, silvering somewhat at breech ends and along edge of rib. Action retains 80 – 90% of a spot on restoration color re-hardening, with just a hint of softening to engraving. Stocks retain nearly all of a very fine hand rubbed oil finish with a number of minor subsequent marks. Checkering competently cleaned up. Triggers re-plated. Bores are fine, with scattered light pitting throughout. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Please read the Conditions of Sale, section 15, for more information regarding the Endangered Species Act, and your responsibilities as a buyer. 52170-3 MGM (30,000-50,000) C&R; ESA – Lot 1450

FINE AND RARE PARKER “GRADE 5” LIFTER HAMMER SHOTGUN WITH PGCA LETTER.

SN 24143. (1882) Cal. 10 ga. 2-7/8″ Chambers. 3 Frame. At the time this gun was made, the Grade 5 was the second highest gun Parker made, and was considered an excellent buy for the money, as it was $100 less than the “A” grade, and looked nearly the same! The only difference being depth of engraving and complexity of filing. This well preserved example has 30″ bbls marked “PARKER BROS MAKERS. MERIDEN CONN. DAMASCUS STEEL” on concave rib without extension, ivory bead. Bbl flats are stamped with steel type, grade, patent date, and weight. SN is on left side of lump. Case hardened late lifter action with rounded break-off, reinforcing bolsters and check hook, is fitted with bar locks with flat faced serpentine hammers having tall spurs. Fences are beautifully filed in serpentine form, with elongated central teats extending to breechfaces. Action and locks are engraved with 80% coverage varying sized scroll within geometric borders surrounding well detailed dog and birds scenes; left lock has a pair of pointers in front of hammer, and quail on tail of lockplate; while right lock has pointer and setter in front with grouse on tail. “PARKER BROS” is at front of each lockplate. Bottom of action has circular vignette of covey of quail on ground. Patent dates are engraved on trigger plate. Trigger guard bow portrays a pair of setters flushing snipe. SN is on tang. Wonderfully fiddle figured and well marbled European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 13-7/8″ over checkered composition buttplate. Elongated drop points are behind locks. Grip checkering is of fancy pattern around drop points. A vacant gold oval is on ball of grip, and a vacant gold shield is at top of grip. Matching splinter forend has steel tip with filed in nib, and typical Parker release with patent date. Interior of iron is stamped with SN. Bore diameter: left -.808, right – .807. Bore restrictions: left – .030 (mod), right – .030 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .044, right – .045. Drop at heel: 2-15/16″, drop at comb: 2-1/16″. Neutral cast. Weight: 9 lbs. 4 oz. LOP: 13-7/8″. Gun matches all specifications as listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. PROVENANCE: Parker Gun Collectors Assn letter with original specifications. Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Very fine. Factory records indicate this gun was sent back to factory in 1887 to clean and re-brown bbls. It appears that over 90% of that finish is still intact. Locks are mostly cleaned and faded to a very pleasing silver to gray with traces of color present where protected, although it appears orig color was never very strong, as evidenced by what is essentially a french grey remaining on water table. Gun also was returned to the factory in 1885 by a new owner to have the “stock dropped to 3-1/4 if can”. It seems the best that they could do was the present drop at heel of 2-15/16″. Most likely stock was refinished at that time and retains approx 80% of that old finish, which is considerably crazed, and has many dents and scratches. Checkering is lightly worn. Bores are fine, lightly frosted throughout. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Locks are fine. A very attractive high grade lifter. Very few were made in this grade, with THE PARKER STORY estimating a total of 65; 44 in ten ga., 17 with 30″ bbls. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Please read the Conditions of Sale, section 15, for more information regarding the Endangered Species Act, and your responsibilities as a buyer. 52170-18 MGM (8,000-12,000) ESA – Lot 1451

*FINE DEPRESSION ERA PARKER “BHE” SHOTGUN WITH EXTRA FANCY CHECKERING WITH PGCA LETTER.

SN 235690. (ca 1931) Cal. 12 ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. 1-1/2 Frame. 28″ bbls are marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CT. U.S.A. ACME STEEL” on concave matted rib, twin ivory beads. Bbl flats are stamped with steel type, grade, Parker overlaod proofs, weight, and Parker repair code “CL3″. SN is on left side of lump. Splinter is reinforced. Typical case hardened hammerless action features automatic safety (SAFE engraved) and nickel plated single selective Parker trigger. Water table is stamped with all correct markings. Action has filed bead around fences. Top lever has filed in chevron. Action is engraved with 70% coverage nicely cut varying sized scroll within geometric borders. This scroll surrounds vignettes of double dogs; pointer and setter on each side.”PARKER BROS” is on rectangle behind dog scenes. Trigger plate has scene of three pheasant, two standing, one flying. Blued trigger guard has scroll on bow. SN is on tang. Nicely marbled and stump figured European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over tan leather 3/4 covered pad. Sunken side panels are checkered and end in fleur-di-lis drop points. Checkering at grip is of extra fancy pattern, as may be expected on a gun of “AA” grade with intricate border around carved fleur-di-lis drop points, along with an extra long flourish into butt. A large gold oval engraved “G. A. M.” is set into base of grip cap. Matching splinter ejector forend is nearly fully checkered and has usual steel tip and typical Parker release. Interior of iron is stamped with SN and patent date. Bore diameter: left -.729, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .031 (full), right – .021 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .032, right – .032. Drop at heel: 2-11/16″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Cast 1/4″ on. Weight: 7 lbs. 9 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Gun matches all specifications as those listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. PROVENANCE: Parker Gun Collectors Assn letter confirming specifications and that it was completed in January 1931. Rough draft of article (?) about this gun. Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain over 95% orig blue, with a few light marks and scratches, and some silvering along sharp edges of rib. There are three small fairly deep cleaned blood spots (?) in side of chamber area right bbl. Action retains 30 – 40% orig case hardening color, flaked and browned on sides and bottom. Trigger guard retains perhaps 10% of its orig blue. Stocks retain nearly all of their orig finish, butt showing some cleaning and polishing after installation of what is most likely a newer pad. Checkering lightly worn. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Mechanically excellent. THE PARKER STORY indicates that a total of 512 BH guns were made with Acme steel bbls, 317 in 12 ga., and only 44 of these with 28″ bbls. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Please read the Conditions of Sale, section 15, for more information regarding the Endangered Species Act, and your responsibilities as a buyer. 52170-5 MGM (9,000-15,000) C&R; ESA – Lot 1452

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*SUPERB CONDITION AND ATTRACTIVE PARKER “BHE” SHOTGUN WITH STRAIGHT GRIP (THE EARLIEST REPORTED PARKER EJECTOR GUN).

SN 111224. (ca 1901) Cal. 12 ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. 2 Frame. 30″ Tightly patterned Damascus bbls are marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CONN. DAMASCUS STEEL” on concave matted rib. Bbl flats are stamped with steel type, grade, weight, and patent date. SN is on left side of lump. Typical case hardened hammerless action features automatic safety (SAFE engraved) and nickel plated dbl triggers. Water table is stamped with all correct markings. Action has nicely filed bead around fences. Top lever has filed in chevron. Action is engraved with 70% coverage nicely cut varying sized scroll within geometric borders. This scroll surrounds oval renderings of double dogs; pointers on left, setters on right. “PARKER BROS” is in serpentine banners behind dog scenes. Trigger plate has nicely detailed scene of stag and hind. Blued trigger guard has scroll on bow. SN is on tang. Nicely marbled and stump figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over skeleton steel buttplate. Sunken side panels are checkered and end in well carved fleur-di-lis drop points. Checkering at grip is of typical “B” pattern, with fleur-di-lis flourishes into butt. A vacant gold oval is on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend is nearly fully checkered and has usual steel tip and typical Parker release. Interior of iron is stamped with SN and 1901 patent dates. Bore diameter: left -.733, right – .732. Bore restrictions: left – .039 (extra full), right – .038 (extra full). Wall thickness: left – .031, right – .032. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-5/16″. Neutral cast. Weight: 7 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. Gun is not listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. PROVENANCE: Parker Pages (Spring 2014 et al) “The Current List of Earliest and Lates Survivors” lists this gun as the earliest known ejector. Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain approx 80% orig Damascus finish, silvering and thinning overall with some light marks. Action retains approx 85% orig case hardening color, silvered on fences, sharp edges, and around bottom from normal hand wear. Trigger guard retains most of its orig blue, thinned and flaked at grip. Stocks retain approx 80% of their orig finish with loss mostly on right side of butt due to cleaning and repair of some stress cracks (which are not uncommon in stump figured wood); One about 3″ long parallels line of buttplate, with another about 1-1/2″ long 3″ in front of and perpendicular to first crack. There is a small chip missing at right side of tip of trigger guard tang. Grip checkering is lightly worn, checkering of forend shows considerable denting and flattening on left side toward rear. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. A lovely untouched high grade Parker. 52170-6 MGM (8,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 1453

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*VERY FINE PARKER “BHE” SHOTGUN WITH STRAIGHT GRIP WITH PGCA LETTER.

SN 123132. (ca 1904) Cal. 12 ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. 2 Frame. 30″ Tightly patterned Damascus bbls are marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CONN. DAMASCUS STEEL” on concave matted rib. Bbl flats are stamped with steel type, grade, weight, and patent date. SN is on left side of lump. Typical case hardened hammerless action features automatic safety (SAFE engraved) and nickel plated dbl triggers. Water table is stamped with all correct markings. Action has nicely filed bead around fences. Top lever has filed in chevron. Action is engraved with 70% coverage nicely cut varying sized scroll within geometric borders. This scroll surrounds oval renderings of double dogs; pointers on left, setters on right. “PARKER BROS” is in dbl arched banners behind dog scenes. Trigger plate has nicely detailed scene of two pointers with flushing grouse. Trigger guard has scroll on bow. SN is on tang. Very finely streaked and lightly fiddle figured attractive European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over skeleton steel buttplate. Sunken side panels are checkered and end in well carved fleur-di-lis drop points. Checkering at grip is of typical “B” pattern, with fleur-di-lis flourishes toward comb. A gold oval on toe line is engraved “G. T.” Matching splinter ejector forend is point pattern checkered and has usual steel tip and typical Parker release. Interior of iron is stamped with SN and 1901 patent dates. Bore diameter: left -.729, right – .731. Bore restrictions: left – .037 (full), right – .003 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .031, right – .029. Drop at heel: 2-3/4″, drop at comb: 1-11/16″. Neutral cast. Weight: 7 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. Gun matches specifications as listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. PROVENANCE: Parker Gun Collectors Assn letter with orig specifications which match this gun perfectly. Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain approx 80% orig Damascus finish, silvering and thinning overall, with some light marks. Action retains 15 – 20% orig case hardening color, flaked and faded to light brown and gray, overall, with some flecking. Trigger guard is about the same; brown on bow, silvered at grip. Stocks retain 80 – 90% of their orig finish with numerous light marks and scratches. Checkering is lightly worn, Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. A very fine high grade Parker. 52170-7 MGM (8,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 1454

*STUNNING HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION PARKER “CHE” SHOTGUN WITH BERNARD STEEL BARRELS WITH PGCA LETTER.

SN 123525. (ca 1903) Cal. 12 ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. 1-1/2 Frame. Dramatic 30″ bbls are marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CONN. BERNARD STEEL” on concave matted rib. Bbl flats are stamped with steel type, grade, weight, and patent date. SN is on left side of lump. Typical case hardened hammerless action features automatic safety (SAFE engraved) and nickel plated dbl triggers. Water table is stamped with all correct markings. Action is engraved with 70% coverage nicely cut varying sized scroll within geometric borders. This scroll surrounds oval vignettes of dogs; pointer on left and setter on right.”PARKER BROS” is on V-shaped ribbon following line of scrolls on each side (a unique treatment). Trigger plate has scene of five ducks flying over a marsh which appear to be flaring as shots are fired. Blued trigger guard has scroll on bow. SN is on tang. Nicely marbled and attractively fiddle figured European walnut Parker capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14″ over russet leather faced Silver pad. Side panels have lozenge shaped drop points, and fancy pattern checkering wraps over top of grip. A silver oval engraved “W. L. P.” is on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend has usual steel tip with filed in nib, and typical Parker release. Interior of iron is stamped with SN and 1901 patent date. Bore diameter: left -.734, right – .732. Bore restrictions: left – .040 (extra full), right – .024 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .029, right – .031. Drop at heel: 3-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/8″. Neutral cast. Weight: 7 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 14″. Gun matches all specifications as those listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. PROVENANCE: Parker Gun Collectors Assn letter confirming specifications and that it was shipped January 1904. This gun is also illustrated and described on pp 292 and 293 of THE PARKER STORY. Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine. Bbls retain nearly all of their bold and distinctive Bernard finish with only a few light marks, and a hint of silvering at muzzles, and along sharp edges of rib. Action retains 85 – 90% orig case hardening color, silvered on fences, top tang, and thinned considerably around bottom of action from normal hand wear. Trigger guard retains perhaps 20% of its blue, most loss due to flaking on bow and silvering at grip. Buttstock retains nearly all of its orig varnish, grain slightly raised, with a number of scratches and marks, checkering lightly worn. Forend retains most of its varnish with considerable wear at rear, checkering with a bit more wear than grip. Bores are excellent. Mechanically fine. 52170-4 MGM (10,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 1455

*BENCHMARK, HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION 16 GAUGE PARKER “DH” SHOTGUN.

SN 207639. Cal. 16 ga. 2-1/2″ Chambers. 1 Frame. 30″ Bbls are marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CT. U.S.A. TITANIC STEEL” on concave matted rib. Bbl flats are stamped with steel type, grade, and weight. SN is on left side of lump. Typical case hardened hammerless action features automatic safety (SAFE engraved) and nickel-plated dbl triggers. Water table is stamped with all correct markings. Action is engraved with 70% coverage varying sized scroll within some geometric borders. This scroll surrounds renderings of dogs; pointer on left, setter on right. “PARKER BROS” is in serpentine banner behind dog scenes. Trigger plate has scene of four pheasant, two standing, two flying. Trigger guard has scroll on bow. SN is on tang. Nicely crotch figured American walnut Parker capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14″ over skeleton steel buttplate. Side panels end in lozenge shaped drop points. Checkering at grip is of typical “D” point pattern. A vacant silver oval is on toe line. Matching splinter forend has steel tip with filed in nib, and typical Parker release. Interior of iron is stamped with SN. Bore diameter: left -.662, right – .661. Bore restrictions: left – .027 (full), right – .024 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .027, right – .028. Drop at heel: 2-3/4″, drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Neutral cast. Weight: 6 lbs. 15 oz. LOP: 14″. Gun is not listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. PROVENANCE: Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine. Bbls retain over 98% orig blue, with some light marks, mostly around breech ends. Action retains 90 – 95% orig case hardening color, thinned a bit from normal hand wear on fences and bottom. Trigger guard retains 90% orig blue, flaked a bit on bow, slightly silvered on tang. Forend latch is mostly faded to silver. Steel buttplate retains most of its orig blue, most loss due to flaking toward heel. Stocks retain nearly all of their varnish finish with scattered light marks, mostly near side panel on left side, and one fairly deep small knock on right side of butt. Checkering has almost no wear but is dark. Bores are excellent. Mechanically excellent. A fairly scarce gun with 30″ bbls, the condition of this gun is extraordinary. 52170-11 MGM (8,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 1459

*EARLIEST KNOWN PARKER “DHE” ALL OPTION TRAP SHOTGUN.

SN 219984. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 1-1/2 Frame. 32″ Bbls are marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CT. U.S.A. TITANIC STEEL” on raised ventilated matted rib, ivory mid-bead; red dyed front bead. Bbl flats are stamped with steel type, grade, weight, Parker overload proofs, and Remington repair code “BAA3”. SN is on left side of lump. Splinter is reinforced. Typical case hardened hammerless action features non-automatic safety (SAFE engraved) and Parker single selective trigger. Water table is stamped with all correct markings. Action is engraved with 70% coverage varying sized scroll within some geometric borders. This scroll surrounds renderings of dogs; pointer on left, setter on right. “PARKER BROS” is in serpentine banner behind dog scenes. Trigger plate has nicely detailed scene of four pheasant, two standing, two flying. Trigger guard has scroll on bow. SN is on tang. Stump figured attractive American walnut Parker capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over old White Line pad. Side panels end in lozenge shaped drop points. Checkering at grip is of typical “D” point pattern, except with addition of fancy flourishes toward butt. A vacant silver oval is on toe line. Matching orig large beavertail forend is checkered in fancy pattern, and has reinforcing bolt and typical Parker release. Interior of iron is stamped with SN and 1901 patent dates. Bore diameter: left -.730, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .034 (full), right – .032 (full). Wall thickness: left – .033, right – .032. Drop at heel: 1-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Neutral cast. Weight: 8 lbs. 5 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. Gun is not listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. PROVENANCE: Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain approx 95% orig blue, thinning on breech ends, silvered a bit on sides of ribs and muzzles, with a few scattered light marks. Action retains approx 80% orig case hardening color, silvered a bit on thumbpiece, fences, and around bottom. Forend latch is completely silver. Trigger guard retains 20 – 30% orig blue. Stocks retain over 90% of what appears to be their orig finish, with a number of light marks, checkering is lightly worn. Bores are excellent, with some light scratches. Action is tight. Mechanically fine. This gun is listed in the “Parker Pages” 2014 “Current list of earliest and latest survivors” as “DHE 12 ga. with beavertail forend, ventilated rib, and single trigger, the earliest surviving double trap gun with all of these features.” Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Please read the Conditions of Sale, section 15, for more information regarding the Endangered Species Act, and your responsibilities as a buyer. 52170-10 MGM (8,000-12,000) C&R; ESA – Lot 1460

*MASSIVE AND RARE 8 GAUGE PARKER “GH” SHOTGUN WITH PGCA LETTER.

SN 154138. (1910) Cal. 8 ga. 3-1/4″ Chambers. 6 Frame. 36″ Bbls are marked “PARKER BROS MAKERS. MERIDEN CONN. DAMASCUS STEEL” on concave matted rib. Bbl flats are stamped with steel type and weight. SN is on left side of lump. Large sized case hardened hammerless action features automatic safety (SAFE engraved) and dbl triggers. Water table is stamped with all correct markings. Action is engraved with 50% coverage sprays of scroll within some geometric and scroll borders, surrounding game birds in oval vignettes on sides; ducks on left, pheasants on right, both under “PARKER BROS” in ovals. Trigger plate has circular scene of a pair of pheasant, both standing. Trigger guard has scroll on bow. SN is on tang. Nicely marbled European walnut Parker capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over Parker dogs head buttplate with spur. Checkering at grip is of typical “G” point pattern. A vacant silver shield is on toe line. Matching splinter forend has steel tip with filed in nib, and typical Parker release with patent date. Interior of iron is stamped with SN. Bore diameter: left -.885, right – .885. Bore restrictions: left – .096 (full), right – .092 (full). Wall thickness: left – .060, right – .060. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast about 1/4″ on. Weight: 13 lbs. 9 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Gun matches all specifications as listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. PROVENANCE: Parker Gun Collectors Assn letter with specifications, and scan of ledger page indicating gun was shipped in Dec. 1910. Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Good, original. Metal parts are all a light brown smooth patina with traces of orig Damascus and case hardening color visible where protected. Stocks retain most of their orig finish with a great many knocks, dents, bumps, and dings, some fairly deep, especially on right side of butt. Checkering worn. Bores are fine with some light scattered pitting in right bbl and frosting in left. Action is tight. A truly great big Parker 8 bore, with unusual “shootable” dimensions. THE PARKER STORY estimates that Parker made a total of 78 “GH” 8-bore hammerless guns, 67 with Damascus bbls, 46 of which are 36″. 52170-12 MGM (7,500-12,500) C&R – Lot 1464

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*16 GAUGE PARKER “GH” SHOTGUN.

SN 239593. Cal. 16 ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. 1 Frame. 28″ Bbls are marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CT. U.S.A. PARKER SPEC. STEEL” on concave matted rib. Bbl flats are stamped with steel type, Parker overload proofs, and weight. SN is on left side of lump. Typical case hardened hammerless action features automatic safety (SAFE engraved) and dbl triggers. Water table is stamped with all correct markings. Action is engraved with 50% coverage sprays of scroll within some geometric and scroll borders surrounding game birds in oval vignettes on sides; ducks on left, quail on right. “PARKER” is on bottom of action. Trigger plate has circular scene of a pair of pheasant, one standing, one flying. Trigger guard has scroll on bow. SN is on tang. Nicely stump figured American walnut Parker capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14″ over Parker dogs head buttplate without spur. Checkering at grip is of typical “G” point pattern. A vacant silver shield is on toe line. Matching splinter forend has steel tip and typical Parker release. Interior of iron is stamped with SN. Bore diameter: left -.664, right – .664. Bore restrictions: left – .028 (full), right – .029 (full). Wall thickness: left – .025, right – .026. Drop at heel: 3-1/16″, drop at comb: 2-1/16″. Neutral cast. Weight: 6 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14″. Gun matches specifications as listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. PROVENANCE: Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain approx 90% of their orig blue, thinned from normal hand wear above forend, silvered along sharp edges. Action retains essentially all of a factory type re-color hardening, with some subsequent rust spots and flecking on top tang and trigger plate. Trigger guard retains nearly all of a correct re-blue, over some scattered pits on bow, subsequently silvered a touch on tang. Stocks retain nearly all of what appears to be their orig finish, cleaned up and with added oil over a few light nicks and areas of darkening, with some subsequent marks. Checkering lightly worn and right grip panel has some dents with diamonds missing. Bores are excellent. Mechanically fine. 52170-9 (6,500-9,500) C&R – Lot 1465

*EARLY REMINGTON ERA 20 GAUGE PARKER “GHE” SHOTGUN.

SN 241719. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 0 Frame. 26″ Bbls are unmarked on concave matted rib. Bbl flats are stamped with steel type (horse shoe logo), SN, Parker overload proofs, numerous Remington repair codes (KSS3, AXX3, CNN3), owners initials “WWK”, as well as chokes (IC and Mod), and weight. Grade, gauge, and chamber information are on left side of lump. Typical case hardened hammerless action features automatic safety (SAFE engraved) and dbl triggers. Water table is stamped with all correct Ilion markings. Action is engraved with 50% coverage sprays of scroll within some geometric and scroll borders surrounding game birds in oval vignettes on sides; ducks on left, quail on right. “PARKER” is on bottom of action. Trigger plate has circular scene of a pair of pheasant, one standing, one flying. Trigger guard has scroll on bow. SN is on tang. Nicely stump figured American walnut Parker capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over Parker dogs head buttplate without spur. Checkering at grip is of typical “G” point pattern. A silver shield is on toe line engraved “WWK”. Matching splinter ejector forend has steel tip and typical Parker release. Interior of iron is stamped with SN. Bore diameter: left -.621, right – .621. Bore restrictions: left – .014 (mod), right – .005 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .032, right – .032. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Neutral cast. Weight: 6 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. Gun comes with its orig leg o’ mutton case with initials “WWK” on right side. Gun is not listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. PROVENANCE: Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Fine, as partially refinished. Bbls retain approx 90% orig blue with numerous light marks and scratches. Action retains 20 – 30% orig case color where protected, but is mostly a pleasing pewter gray. Stocks retain most of what appears to be an old oil refinish over orig finish, with a number of light marks. Checkering somewhat worn and dirty. Bores are fine. Mechanically fine. Case is good, handle detached and strap broken. 52170-8 (5,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 1466

*SUPERB, NEAR NEW, 28 GAUGE EARLY REMINGTON PARKER “VHE” SHOTGUN WITH SINGLE TRIGGER AND BEAVERTAIL FOREND, ALONG WITH HANG TAG AND ORIGINAL CONFIRMATION LETTER AND SHIPPING BOX, “WINNER OF BEST OF SHOW NRA NATIONAL GUN COLLECTORS SHOW & CONFERENCE TULSA, OKLAHOMA 2007”.

SN 242103. Cal. 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 00 Frame. 26″ Bbls are unmarked on concave matted rib. Bbl flats are stamped with steel type (horse shoe logo), SN, Parker overload proofs, as well as chokes (Mod and full), and weight. Grade, gauge, and chamber information are on left side of lump. Splinter is of reinforced type. Small case hardened hammerless action features automatic safety (SAFE engraved) and Parker single selective trigger. Water table with lightening cuts is stamped with all correct Ilion markings. Action is wiggle border engraved. “PARKER” is on bottom of action. Blued trigger guard has SN on tang. Nicely crotch figured American walnut Parker capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over Parker dogs head buttplate without spur. Checkering at grip is of typical “V” point pattern. A vacant silver shield is on toe line. Matching beavertail ejector forend has reinforcing bolt and typical Parker release. Interior of iron is stamped with SN. Bore diameter: left -.549, right – .550. Bore restrictions: left – .030 (full), right – .022 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .025, right – .022. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Neutral cast. Weight: 6 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Gun is not listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. Included with gun is a letter from Parker Gun Works Ilion dated Jan. 29, 1941 to Mr. Carl Hamilton, Rural Rte no. 2, Sandpoint, Idaho, stating “Dear Sir, I’ve entered your order for the Parker VHE 28 gauge. The “Beavertail” style forend and single selective trigger are noted on your order.” Also included are plaque from NRA show, hang tag, with specifications with a price of $182.35; and orig confirmation letter, and cardboard shipping box with end label having Ilion address, outer sleeve with shipping label to Mr. Hamilton. PROVENANCE: 1941 Confirmation order letter. “Parker Pages” Spring 2008, with article concerning this gun, as the “best” at NRA collectors show, with photographs on rear cover. Hang tag. Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Truly exceptional, essentially as new, retaining nearly all factory finishes on all wood and metal parts with only one or two of the faintest of handling marks, most notably two or three small dings under finish on left side panel. Bores are excellent. Mechanically excellent. Hang tag has a number of creases. Box is considerably foxed. Labels are intact, edges beginning to curl, address very difficult to read. 52170-15 MGM (30,000-50,000) C&R – Lot 1467

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Please Note: Turnbull Restorations has confirmed that this gun was partially restored by them in the late 1990’s. Records do not indicate the exact nature of the restoration.

*SCARCE LITTLE PARKER .410 “VHE” SHOTGUN IN HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION WITH FACTORY LETTER.

SN 241083. Cal. .410 ga. 3″ Chambers. 000 Frame. 26″ Bbls are unmarked on concave matted rib, twin ivory beads. Bbl flats are stamped with SN, Parker overload proofs, Remington date code “DF” (Sept 1937), and weight. Grade and gauge are on left side of lump. Small case hardened hammerless action features automatic safety (SAFE engraved) and dbl triggers. Water table with lightening cuts is stamped with all correct Meriden markings. Action is wiggle border engraved. “PARKER” is on bottom of action. Blued trigger guard has SN on tang. Nicely fiddle figured American walnut Parker capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14″ over Parker dogs head buttplate without spur. Checkering at grip is of typical “V” point pattern. A silver shield engraved “T.P.” is on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend has steel tip, and typical Parker release. Interior of iron is stamped with SN. Bore diameter at muzzles: left -.395, right – .400. Wall thickness: left – .038, right – .037. Drop at heel: 2-11/16″, drop at comb: 1-11/16″. Neutral cast. Weight: 5 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14″. Gun matches specifications as listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. PROVENANCE: Factory letter with orig specifications indicating the gun was shipped Sept. 1937. Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain 95 – 98% orig blue, silvered on edges of rib with light flecking overall. Action retains 85 – 90% what appears to be orig case hardening color, silvered on thumbpiece and top tang, as well as around bottom from normal hand wear. Forend latch and tip have lots of color. Trigger guard retains approx 95% blue, lightly flaked and silvered at grip. Buttstock retains nearly all of its orig finish with a large number of marks, scratches, and compressions, some fairly deep on butt. Checkering lightly worn. Forend wood is very clean with only a few of the lightest of handling marks. Bores are excellent. Mechanically excellent. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Please read the Conditions of Sale, section 15, for more information regarding the Endangered Species Act, and your responsibilities as a buyer. 52170-14 MGM (20,000-30,000) C&R; ESA – Lot 1468

*SCARCE LITTLE 20 GAUGE PARKER “PH” SHOTGUN IN HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION.

SN 199490. Cal. 20 ga. 2-1/2″ Chambers. 0 Frame. 28″ Bbls are marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CT. U.S.A. PARKER STEEL” on concave matted rib. Bbl flats are stamped with steel type and weight. SN is on left side of lump. Typical case hardened hammerless action features automatic safety (SAFE engraved) and dbl triggers. Water table is stamped with all correct markings. Action is engraved with sprays of scroll within geometric borders. “Parker Bros” is on each side. Trigger plate has circular burst of scroll. Trigger guard has geometric borders on bow. SN is on tang. Plain American walnut Parker capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over Parker dogs head buttplate with spur. Checkering at grip is of typical “P” point pattern. A vacant silver shield is on toe line. Matching splinter forend has steel tip with filed in nib, and typical Parker release. Interior of iron is stamped with SN. Bore diameter: left -.615, right – .616. Bore restrictions: left – .019 (mod), right – .012 (lt mod). Wall thickness: left – .024, right – .021. Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Neutral cast. Weight: 6 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Gun matches specifications as listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. PROVENANCE: Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain approx 90% orig blue, thinned on sides, silvered on sharp edges, with numerous light marks. Action retains approx 90% orig case hardening color, silvered on fences, sharp edges, and thinning around bottom. There is a 1/16″ deep ding on left side. Trigger guard retains traces of its orig blue, almost all flaked to gray and light brown. Stocks retain nearly all of their orig finish rubbed through on side panels and comb, with some oil rubbed in as maintenance. There are five fairly long compressions on left side of butt, and a fairly deep scratch on left side panel. Checkering is lightly worn. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. THE PARKER STORY estimates that a little over 200 PH guns were made with Parker steel bbls, 100 of those are 28″. 52170-13 (7,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 1474

*PARKER “PH” SHOTGUN AND 20 GA. PARKER “TROJAN”.

1) PARKER SXS PH. SN 107830. Cal. 12 ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. 2 Frame. 30″ Bbls are marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS. MERIDEN. CONN. TWIST” on concave matted rib. Bbl flats are stamped with steel type, patent date, and weight. SN is on left side of lump. Typical case hardened hammerless action features automatic safety (SAFE engraved) and dbl triggers. Water table is stamped with all correct markings. Action is engraved with sprays of scroll within geometric borders. “Parker Bros” is on each side. Trigger plate has circular burst of scroll. Trigger guard has geometric borders on bow. SN is on tang. Plain American walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over Parker dogs head buttplate with spur. Flat top checkering at grip is of typical “P” point pattern. A vacant silver shield is on toe line. Matching splinter forend has steel tip with filed in nib, and typical Parker release with patent date. Interior of iron is stamped with SN. Bore diameter: left -.730, right – .730. Bore restrictions: left – .038 (extra full), right – .038 (extra full). Wall thickness: left – .032, right – .031. Drop at heel: 2-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Neutral cast. Weight: 7 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Gun matches specifications as listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. PROVENANCE: Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain approx 90% orig twist pattern with some splotches of staining. Action appears to have been cleaned a long time ago, and is presently a mottled silver and brown, with some scattered light pitting. Stocks retain most of their orig finish with numerous light marks, some oil has been added, checkering lightly worn. Bores are very good to fine with patches of heavy frosting in right bbl, and left bbl is approaching excellent. Action is tight. C&R 2) PARKER TROJAN. SN 200397. Cal. 20 ga. 2-1/2″ Chambers. 0 Frame. 28″ Bbls are engraved with Parker Meriden address and “Trojan Steel” on matted rib which has early type extension. All correct markings are on bbl flats and water table. Action with automatic safety and dbl triggers is engraved “Parker Bros” on sides. SN is on trigger guard tang. Plain American walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over ribbed composition buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter pluck-off forend has SN on iron. Bore diameter: left -.612, right – .613. Bore restrictions: left – .010 (lt mod), right – .005 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .030, right – .027. Drop at heel: 2=11/16″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Neutral cast. Weight: 6 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain most of their orig blue. Action with approx 30% case hardening color where protected. Stocks have most of their orig finish with some oil rubbed in to brighten them up. Bores are fine with some light pits and scratches. Action is tight. C&R 52170-16, 52170-17 MGM (2,000-3,000) – Lot 1476

GRADE 1 PARKER HAMMER SHOTGUN WITH LAMINATED STEEL BARRELS WITH FACTORY LETTER.

SN 72297. (1892) Cal. 10 ga. 2-7/8″ Chambers. 2 Frame. 28″ Bbls are marked with Meriden, CONN address and “Laminated Steel” on concave matted rib. Bbl flats are stamped with steel type (L), patent dates, and weight. SN is on left side of lump. Case hardened fishtail top lever action features dolls head rib extension, reinforced frame and check hook, and dbl triggers. Water table is stamped with all correct markings. Action is fitted with bar locks with flat faced serpentine hammers with tall spurs. Action is engraved with wiggle and line borders with a sprig of scroll in front of trigger plate, which is stamped with patent dates. “PARKER BROS” is on each side, on front portion of locks. Blued trigger guard has SN on tang. Nicely stump figured American walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 13-3/4″ over Parker dogs head buttplate with spur. Checkering at grip is of typical No. “1” point pattern. A vacant silver shield is at top of grip. Matching splinter forend has steel tip with filed in nib, and typical Parker release with patent date. Interior of iron is stamped with SN. Bore diameter: left -.795, right – .795. Bore restrictions: left – .017 (mod), right -.022 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .042, right – .040. Drop at heel: 3-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/8″. Neutral cast. Weight: 8 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 13-3/4″. Gun matches specifications as listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. PROVENANCE: Factory letter confirming specifications and indicating that this gun was shipped June, 1892. 1887 Price list showing that this gun had a retail cost of $70.00. Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Very fine to excellent, original, as found. Bbls retain most of their orig Damascus finish, considerably darkened and browned. Action retains most of its orig case hardening color, very thin on fences, brown and gray on bottom. Color on trigger plate is strong. Locks retain nearly all of their orig color with some flecking and light stains. Stocks retain approx 90% of their orig finish beginning to wear through at grip and on comb, with a number of marks, scratches, and dings. Checkering somewhat worn. Bores are excellent, lightly frosted. Action is tight. Locks are excellent. 52170-19 (4,000-5,000) – Lot 1477

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INTRIGUING LOT OF PARKER BROTHERS RELATED AND HISTORICAL ITEMS FROM THE BOUWKAMP COLLECTION.

Included in this lot are a number of interesting Parker Bros. manufactured items related to the Parker shotgun that Dr. Bouwkamp used in his award winning displays. There are two orig Parker catalogs, including a green of flying “Ducks” catalog and a Remington spiral bound catalog as well as an orig Parker trade card and orig small bore shotgun pamphlet. Also included is an orig Parker Bros. cartridge “load and cap extractor” with orig box. A beautiful orig Parker Bros. primers tin. An orig Curtis & Harvey’s powder tin with some powder still remaining. Approximately 3 shot measures, Parker Bros capper, Parker Bros wad cutter, Parker Bros. 10-A brass shell, and a couple other various Parker tools. There is also an orig boxed brass and wood cleaning rod, which is quite old. And perhaps the rarest item in this grouping, a green label box for “The Kelsey’s Patent Cartridge Capper”. There is also a February 1940 price list. Interested parties should invest the time to peruse this lot as it has several hard to find Parker related items most of which were included in Dr. Bouwkamp’s sensational displays over the year. PROVENANCE: Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Fair to excellent, this lot worthy of exploration. 52170-20 (2,500-3,500) – Lot 1479

*SUPERB SMALL GAUGE WINCHESTER MODEL 21 “GRAND AMERICAN” TWO GAUGE SET WITH CASE.

SN 30621. Cal. 20 and 28 ga. 28″ Bbls are both fitted with raised, matted, ventilated ribs marked “CUSTOM BUILT BY WINCHESTER” in milled out portions. Tops of left bbls are marked with Winchester model and gauge information. There are 3-3/8″ pyramids of scroll engraving at breech ends. Bbl flats are engine turned and stamped with SNs and Winchester proofs. Bottoms of bbls are stamped “WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL” and with chokes (WS 1 and WS 2). Loops are numbered “1” (20 ga) and “2” (28 ga.). Flat side action with automatic safety and gold plated single selective trigger has water table milled away to reduce weight. Action is engraved in “Grand American” style with full coverage varying sized well cut scroll within scroll and geometric borders. This scroll surrounds round and oval vignettes of relief gold inlaid dogs and game; setter on left, pointer on right, and a pair of pheasant on trigger plate. Fences are carved in oak leaf motif. Trigger guard has scroll on bow surrounding portrait of spaniel (?) in gold, and more scroll is on tang. Nicely feather crotch figured American walnut steel capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over checkered wood butt with fleur-di-lis intrusion in “B” carved style, matching “B” carving at grip and side panels. A vacant gold oval is on toe line. Classic steel grip cap has scroll and geometric engraving along with “GRAND AMERICAN” flush inlaid in gold. Each bbl set has its own dedicated beavertail forend, both are also “B” carved and have inset ebony tips, engine turned irons marked “1” or “2”, and usual knurled releases. BBL set “1” 20 ga.: Bore diameter: left -.614, right – .614. Bore restrictions: left – .003 (skeet), right – .004 (skeet). Wall thickness: left – .038, right – .038. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Neutral cast. Weight: 7 lbs. 1 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. BBL set “2” 28 ga.: Bore diameter: left -.550, right – .549. Bore restrictions: left – .009 (IC), right – .004 (skeet). Wall thickness: left – .033, right – .031. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-5/16″. Neutral cast. Weight: 7 lbs. 1 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Tan leather case with stitched leather corners is lined in purple cloth, and has “Always Use Winchester Western Ammunition” label in lid. Case has space for action and both sets of bbls. PROVENANCE: Catalog from U.S.R.A., gray instruction booklet, and blank hang tag. Julia catalog page where this gun was sold in Fall 2010. Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Excellent, very close to new, appears to be unfired since proof, with only the faintest of handling and assembly marks in all wood and metal finishes, and some minor dulling of wood finish on both sides of butt. Bores are excellent. Mechanically excellent. Case is fine with some minor scuffs and marks. Case exterior is missing one leather corner. Interior cloth is fine. Some blocking repaired. Label somewhat foxed. 52170-21 MGM (25,000-35,000) C&R – Lot 1501

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*EXTREMELY RARE 28 GAUGE WINCHESTER MODEL 21 DELUXE GRADE SHOTGUN WITH EXTRA 20 GAUGE BARRELS WITH FACTORY LETTER.

SN 27544. Cal. 20 and 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26″ 28 Ga. and 28″ 20 ga. bbls are fitted with matted ribs. Sides of left bbls are marked “WINCHESTER” and with gauge and chamber information. Bbl flats are stamped with SNs, and Winchester proofs. Bottoms of bbls are stamped “WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL” and with chokes (skeet and skeet on 28 ga. and mod and full on 20 ga). Loops are stamped “1” 20 ga, and “2” 28 ga. Step down blued action with automatic safety and blued single selective trigger are marked with Winchester model, etc. on engine turned water table. Trigger plate is marked “DELUXE”. Very fine feather crotch figured American walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over checkered wood butt. Point pattern checkering is at grip, and side panels are checkered. Matching beavertail forends are 80% checkered, have contrasting forend tips, typical J-spring and knurled secondary releases, and are stamped “1” and “2” on tips of irons. BBL set “1”: Bore diameter: left -.615, right – .615. Bore restrictions: left – .023 (mod), right – .012 (lt mod). Wall thickness: left – .026, right – .028. Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Neutral cast. Weight: 6 lbs. 10 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. BBL set “2”: Bore diameter: left -.557, right – .555. Bore restrictions: left – .021 (mod), right – .015 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .055, right – .057. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Neutral cast. Weight: 7 lbs. 4 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. PROVENANCE: Factory letter indicating this gun was ordered in 1952 as a “custom deluxe skeet” with bbls and choking agreeing with current measurements. This gun was returned to Winchester in 1982 for re-stocking and refinishing (gun was originally pistol grip). Also included is 1982 repair order detailing all work to be performed. Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Excellent, as factory refurbished. Metal parts retain nearly all of their factory re-blue with slight silvering on edges. Buttstock and 20 ga forend retain essentially all of their orig factory finish. 28 ga forend refinished, and retains nearly all of that finish with a few light marks. Bores are excellent. Mechanically fine. 52170-22 MGM (25,000-35,000) C&R – Lot 1502

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*SCARCE 16 GAUGE ROUNDED FRAME FACTORY ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 21 SHOTGUN.

SN 28862. (ca 1953) Cal. 16 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26″ Bbls are fitted with matted rib marked “CUSTOM BUILT BY WINCHESTER” in milled out portion of rib, twin ivory beads. Engine turned bbl flats are stamped with SN, Winchester proofs and with gauge and chamber information. Bottoms of bbls are stamped “WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL” and with chokes (IC and Mod). Specially ordered rounded blued action with automatic safety and gold plated single selective trigger are marked with patent dates and Winchester, etc. on engine turned water table. Action is engraved in “21-3” style with 30% coverage varying sized scroll within line and geometric borders. Trigger plate is engraved with a setter. Trigger guard has letters “LEL” gold inlaid on bow. Feather crotch figured American walnut steel capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14″ over checkered Winchester composition buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching beavertail forend with inset contrasting wood tip, has typical J-spring and knurled secondary release. Bore diameter: left -.668, right – .669. Bore restrictions: left – .011 (lt mod), right – .006 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .027, right – .020. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Neutral cast. Weight: 6 lbs. 13 oz. LOP: 14″. PROVENANCE: This gun is pictured and described on page 168 and 169 of THE WINCHESTER MODEL 21 by Ned Schwing. Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining nearly all its newer factory applied finishes with only a few light subsequent handling marks, with some rust stains on top tang to right of safety button, and a small scuff on right side of action toward bottom center. Bores are excellent. Mechanically fine. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Please read the Conditions of Sale, section 15, for more information regarding the Endangered Species Act, and your responsibilities as a buyer. 52170-25 MGM (10,000-15,000) C&R; ESA – Lot 1510

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*HIGH CONDITION 20 GAUGE PRE-WAR WINCHESTER MODEL 21 TRAP/ SKEET GRADE SHOTGUN WITH CASE AND ACCESSORIES.

SN 9845. (1937) Cal. 20 ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. 26″ Bbls are fitted with matted rib. Side of left bbl is marked “WINCHESTER – 20 GAUGE”. Bbl flats are stamped with SN, Winchester proofs and “PAT PENDING”. Bottoms of bbls are stamped “WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL” and with chokes (WS1 and WS2). Step down blued action with automatic safety and blued single selective trigger are marked with patent dates and Winchester, etc. on water table. Trigger plate is marked “TRAP” “SKEET”. Trigger guard has initials “P.M.E.” engraved on bow. Feather crotch figured American walnut straight grip buttstock measures 13-3/4″ over checkered wood butt. Point pattern checkering is at grip, and side panels are checkered. Matching beavertail forend has typical J-spring and knurled secondary release. Bore diameter: left -.615, right – .614. Bore restrictions: left – .008 (IC), right – .004 (skeet). Wall thickness: left – .026, right – .030. Drop at heel: 2-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Neutral cast. Weight: 6 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 13-3/4″. Good quality VC case most likely by A&F (but area where normally stamped has been patched in), has stitched leather corners, and is lined in burgundy cloth. Case contains A&F marked accessories including a pair of snap caps and square oil bottle. There are some cleaning equipment including a Tomlinson bore scrubber, and a turk’s head. Also included are two keys. PROVENANCE: A&F letter confirming specifications, and stating that it was sold to H. W. Endicott in Sept 1937, along with catalog pages, and biographical information about Mr. Endicott who died in 1954. Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Excellent, mostly original. Bbls retain approx 98% orig blue with some light handling and assembly marks. Action rates about 90%, silvering on high edges, thinning around bottom, and with some light scratches, and a rub on bottom of left side. Trigger guard rust re-blued at time of engraving of initials. Stocks retain nearly all of their orig finish with some rubs, and some added oil on left side of butt covering a chip in orig finish and some repaired grain checks. Bores are excellent. Mechanically excellent. Case leather is fine, still light in color, with some bumps and rubs, mostly on corners. Initials have been removed from top with small leather patch inset, similar to that taking out makers name. Interior cloth is fine with some compressions and rubs, as well as some soiling. Accessories are excellent. 52170-23 MGM (8,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 1511

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*PRE-WAR 20 GAUGE WINCHESTER MODEL 21 “TOURNAMENT SKEET” SHOTGUN WITH FACTORY LETTER.

SN 10141. (1935) Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26″ Bbls are fitted with matted rib. Side of left bbl is marked “WINCHESTER – 20 GAUGE”. Bbl flats are stamped with SN, “PAT PENDING”, and Winchester proofs. Bottoms of bbls are stamped “WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL” and with chokes (WS1 and WS2). Step down blued action with non-automatic safety and blued single selective trigger are marked with patents, and Winchester, etc. on water table. Trigger plate is marked “TOURNAMENT”. Fancy stump figured American walnut straight grip buttstock measures 13-1/8″ over checkered wood butt. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching un-braced beavertail forend has typical J-spring and knurled secondary release. Bore diameter: left -.614, right – .619. Bore restrictions: left – .010 (IC), right – .002 (skeet). Wall thickness: left – .027, right – .024. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Neutral cast. Weight: 6 lbs. 5 oz. LOP: 13-1/8″. PROVENANCE: Factory letter indicating gun was shipped in 1935, and confirming specifications. Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Excellent, as refinished, most likely by factory, with some subsequent wear, mostly on sharp edges, and on trigger guard tang. There are numerous light marks in wood. Bores are excellent. Mechanically fine. 52170-24 MGM (8,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 1512

*20 GAUGE WINCHESTER MODEL 21 “FIELD” GRADE SHOTGUN WITH VENTILATED RIB AND BEAVERTAIL FOREND WITH FACTORY LETTER.

SN 25623. (1950) Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26″ Bbls are fitted with raised, matted ventilated rib. Side of left bbl is marked “WINCHESTER – 20 GAUGE” “2-3/4 CHAMB”. Bbl flats are stamped with SN, and Winchester proofs. Bottoms of bbls are stamped “WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL” and with chokes (IC and Mod). Step down blued action with automatic safety and blued single selective trigger are marked with Winchester, etc. on water table. Lightly crotch figured American walnut Winchester capped pistol grip buttstock measures 13″ over checkered Winchester composition buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching beavertail forend has typical J-spring and knurled secondary release. Bore diameter: left -.614, right – .613. Bore restrictions: left – .009 (lt mod), right – .004 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .024, right – .022. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Neutral cast. Weight: 6 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 13″. PROVENANCE: Factory letter indicating gun was shipped in 1950, and confirming specifications. Final inspection report. Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Excellent, mostly original. Bbls retain approx 95% orig blue, with some light marks. Action retains perhaps 90% with high edge wear and considerable thinning on bottom. Trigger plate re-blued, and retains nearly all of that blue. Trigger guard has some marks on bow, silvered on edges and at grip. Stocks retain most of their orig varnish which is crazed overall. Bores are excellent. Mechanically fine, a bit sluggish from congealed oil. 52170-26 MGM (7,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 1514

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*WINCHESTER MODEL 21 12 GAUGE 3 INCH “DUCK” GRADE SHOTGUN IN SUPERB ORIGINAL CONDITION.

SN 26015. (1952) Cal. 12 ga. 3″ Chambers. 30″ Bbls are fitted with slightly raised, matted rib. Side of left bbl is marked “WINCHESTER” trademark, model, gauge and chambers. Bbl flats are stamped with SN, and Winchester proofs. Bottoms of bbls are stamped “WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL” and with chokes (full and full). Step down blued action with non-automatic safety and blued single selective trigger are marked with Winchester model, etc. on water table. Trigger plate is marked “DUCK”. Lightly stump figured American walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 13-1/2″ over Winchester solid pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching long beavertail forend has typical J-spring and knurled secondary release. Bore diameter: left -.729, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .032 (full), right – .039 (full). Wall thickness: left – .032, right – .030. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Neutral cast. Weight: 7 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 13-1/2″. PROVENANCE: Final inspection report. Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Excellent, original. Bbls retain nearly all of their orig satiny blue. Action has only a bit of thinning and high edge wear in its shiny blue. There are a few light scratches on orig blue of trigger plate with no flaking. Trigger guard is silvered a touch on edges of bow. There are scattered light marks in wood finish, with some fairly deep digs and scratches on right side of butt toward bottom of grip, and on left side of forend, which have had some oil rubbed in. Bores are excellent. Mechanically excellent. The “Duck” is a scarce offering for a Model 21, only made between 1940 and 1952. 52170-27 MGM (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 1518

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*VERY CLOSE TO NEW, UNFIRED J. P. SAUER MODEL 30 LUFTWAFFE DRILLING WITH CASE.

SN 338001. Cal. 12 ga X 12 ga X 9.3X74R. Typical J. P. Sauer Luftwaffe drilling has Sauer markings around breech ends of 25-5/8″ bbls and sides of case hardened action, also decorated with sprays of scroll. Bottom of rifle bbl is stamped with 2/42 German proofs and rear lump with Waffenamt “L2”. Luftwaffe eagle is on right side of right bbl and also stamped on right side of buttstock, which features right hand cheekpiece, steel grip cap, and “SSu” (Sauer Suhl) embossed ribbed horn buttplate. Drilling is housed in its orig aluminum case with leather handle, marked “Drilling M 30 mit Munition u. Zubehor”. Interior of case has typical felt gaskets, is stencil marked with contents on lid, and contains orig cleaning kit in black cardboard box (components new/unused), instruction booklet, very rare shooting (shot pattern) record, and leather sling. PROVENANCE: Ex-Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. Prestigious and lifetime Parker and Winchester collection of Dr. Tom Bouwkamp. CONDITION: Near new, appears unfired. Metal and wood have only a few light scratches and marks in all of their orig finishes, with some discoloration and light pits at muzzles. Bores are excellent. Rifle bore is coated with what appears to be its orig grease, but rifling still visible and mint. Exterior of case has considerable loss and scratches to its orig paint. Leather handle has some loss to top grain, but is otherwise fine. Interior is excellent, all gaskets and blocking intact. Cleaning kit box has some chips and compressions from contact with left fence of action. Sling is a bit dry. Instruction booklet is excellent. Shooting record is slightly foxed and creased. Undoubtedly one of the finest examples of this important military weapon in existence. 52170-38 MGM (20,000-30,000) C&R – Lot 1683

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