Firearms Auctions in Fairfield, Maine
Gross Over $18 Million!

Auction: October 4-7, 2016: 10:00 am

Preview: October 1-3, 2016: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

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1000
$5,750.00

*SUPERB BROWNING CONTINENTAL D2 GRADE EXPRESS RIFLE.

SN 7317. Cal. 30-06/30-06. 23-1/2″ bbls with caterpillar front and quarter rib rear sight. Superposed coin finished action engraved in D2 style floral bouquets and scroll highlight. Dark streaked European walnut features finely checkered 3-piece forend and pistol grip, carved drop points and checkered buttplate. Leupold 1.5-5x scope in engraved claw mount rings. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very fine. Gun retains most of its factory finishes with little evidence of use with only light marks from assembly. Mechanics crisp, bore is bright, action tight, optics clear. 50595-35 JWD (6,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 1000

1001
$12,650.00

*VERY RARE FIRST YEAR (1931) PRODUCTION BROWNING MIDAS GRADE SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN.

SN 2435. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ bbls, ventilated rib, 2-3/4″ chambers, flush choke tubes installed. Metal front bead. Gold washed single trigger. Blued receiver engraved with a pigeon inside a stylized pyramid all in gold on both right & left sides. Receiver, trigger bow & forend iron with geometric engraving & borders all in gold. SN in gold on long tang. Custom wood, both forend & Monte Carlo style buttstock with beautifully executed checkering & fleur-de-lis carving. Flared capped pistol grip, grip cap with white diamond inlay. Solid black rubber recoil pad with two black spacers. LOP 14-1/4″ over pad. Non-auto safety. Comes with 5 flush mount choked tubes and wrench. Gun is accompanied by a letter from Browning historian showing a sale date of April 22, 1931. CONDITION: Fine as likely refinished to a very high standard. All blued metal in very fine condition. Custom buttstock & forend is a beautiful satin finish with hardly a mark. Bores mirror bright. Gun is tight. Top lever to right. Good mechanics, strong ejectors. A very impressive Browning Superposed. 50179-2 TJW (5,500-9,500) C&R – Lot 1001

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1002
$6,325.00

*CASED BROWNING GRADE IV FUNKEN ENGRAVED SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN.

SN 54744. Cal. 12 ga. 26-1/2″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, marked SKEET/SKEET chokes. Ventilated rib, faux-ivory Bradley type front sight. Gold washed single selective trigger. Auto ejectors. Stunning Grade IV engraving by Funken. Left side of receiver with woodland scene of fox returning to den with pheasant. Right side with two birddogs and three pheasants. Floorplate with two pigeons & pheasants engraved on trigger guard. Balance of receiver treated to oak leaf engraving, chainlink borders on edges, receiver top stippled. Bbls & forend iron with oak leaf engraving and chain borders. Nicely grained forend & buttstock with RKLT & Browning marked buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″. Auto safety. Accompanied by Browning Hartmann luggage case and paperwork. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Good. Bbls retain most of their orig blue with wear at muzzles & scattered peppered oxidation. Mirror bores. Receiver condition excellent with light oxidation on top tang, with scattered marks from use. Wood retains must of its orig finish with areas of thinning & numerous dings, scratches & marks. Top lever center. Gun locks up tightly, operates crisply, strong ejectors. Case shows use inside & out. 50595-73 TJW (5,500-8,500) C&R – Lot 1002

1003
$1,725.00

*F.N. HERSTAL GRADE IV SHOTGUN.

SN 15738. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbls, ventilated rib, twin beads (front bead missing), 2-3/4″ chambers, chokes marked MOD/FULL. Top bbl right side “PRESENTED TO B.N. HONEA / BY AMON G. CARTER, MAY 5, 1945” inlaid in gold. Auto ejectors. Receiver engraved with touches of banknote scroll & floral engraving around game scenes. Left side scene of elk, right side with wild boars, bottom with birds. Single selective case colored trigger. Large beavertail forend with horseshoe cap at front. Stock configuration FKLT, Monte Carlo buttstock with black vented white line pad. Initial shield in toe line engraved “B.N.H.” LOP 14-5/8″. Non-auto safety. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain nearly all blue with light handling marks. Mirror bores. Receiver maintains nice finish. Gloss finish on wood with minor scattered handling marks, some marks under finish, checkering sharp. Top lever at center. Gun is tight, crisp mechanics, strong ejectors. 50989-17 TJW (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1003

1004
$8,625.00

*CASED BROWNING DIANA GRADE SUPERPOSED THREE BARREL SET SHOTGUN.

SN 43291S5. Cal. 12 ga. All three bbl sets marked on top bbl “MADE FOR ABERCROMBIE & FITCH”. Bbl set 1) 30″ ventilated rib with ivory Bradley front and mid-beads. Bbl marked 3″ Magnum chamber. Chokes marked MOD/FULL. Set 2) 28″ vent rib, 2-3/4″ chambers, chokes marked IC/MOD. Set 3) 28″ vent rib, 2-3/4″ chambers, marked SKEET/IC chokes. Gold washed single selected trigger. Auto ejector. Metal work engraved in Diana style signed by Spiegel, with game birds on receiver & rabbits on trigger bow. Stock & forends in select fancy figured walnut, RKLT configuration. Browning marked buttplate. “WGZ” monogrammed oval in toe line. LOP 14-1/4″. Accompanied by Browning Hartmann luggage case, top lid monogrammed “WGZ”. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Good. Bbl sets with a majority of blue, wear from handling. Sets 1 & 3 have oxidation on bbl lugs, breeches & ejectors from poor storage. Dried on oil on all three sets. Mirror bores in all. Receiver with minor handling marks & dried oil on surfaces. Stock & forends with nice gloss finish. All three forends slight handling marks & sharp checkering. Buttstock finish has minor handling marks. Gun is tight, good mechanics, strong ejectors. Case shows use. 50595-75 TJW (6,000-10,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 1004

1005
$6,900.00
Revised: 9/14/2016

Printed descriptions and images in the catalog for lots 1005 & 1006 are incorrect. The images and descriptions online are correct, this is what we are selling.

*BROWNING DIANA GRADE SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN.

SN 58868V70. Cal. 20 ga. 28″. Ventilated rib, marked 2-3/4″ & 3″ chambers, choke markings IC/MOD, single front bead. Gold washed single selective trigger. Auto ejectors. Receiver bbl engraved with Diana pattern. Receiver signed A. Marechal on left side with pheasant scene, ducks on right side, quail on floorplate, rabbits on trigger bow. Stock configured in FKST, select fancy figured walnut.. LOP 14-1/8″. Non-auto safety. Browning marked buttplate. Accompanied by Browning Hartmann 2-bbl luggage case. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Good. Bbl retains nearly all blue finish. 28″ set with light wear, scattered pin pricks on top bbl above forend, nicks at rib edge. Mirror bores. Receiver & forend metal work shows very light oxidation. Wood finish is mostly good with numerous handling marks in buttstock & both forends. Gun is tight with orig bbl set, operates crisply, strong ejectors. 50595-70 TJW (6,000-9,000) – Lot 1005

1006
$8,050.00
Revised: 9/7/2016

Printed descriptions and images in the catalog for lots 1005 & 1006 are incorrect. The images and descriptions online are correct, this is what we are selling.

*HIGH CONDITION CASED BROWNING DIANA GRADE 20 GAUGE SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN TWO BARREL SET.

SN 60830V70. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ ventilated rib bbls, marked 2-3/4″ & 3″ chambers, F/F chokes. Bradley type front & mid beads. Auto ejectors. Diana grade engraving, left side with pheasants, right side with ducks, floorplate with quail, trigger bow with bunnies. Signed by J.M. Debrus. Gold washed single selective trigger. Gun is mounted in select fancy figured walnut with FKST configuration. Leather covered recoil pad. LOP 13-7/8″ over pad. Non-auto safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very good plus. Bbls retain nearly all blued finish with a group of marks on lower bbl by muzzle & minor blue loss from sliding forend ahead. Cataloger observes no evidence of oxidation on external metal surfaces around wood. Slight wear to finish by safety. Wood has been treated to a beautiful gloss finish with light handling marks, checkering sharp, some marks appear to be below finish. Mirror bores. Top lever far right. Fine mechanics, gun is tight, strong ejectors Case shows light wear inside & out, clear tape applied to top lid. 50595-77 TJW (6,000-10,000) – Lot 1006

1007
$2,875.00

*BROWNING DIANA GRADE SUPERPOSED TRAP GUN.

SN 25945S70. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbls with Broadway ventilated rib, 2-3/4″ chambers, chokes marked IM/FULL. Bradley type front & mid-beads. Full sized trap forend. Auto ejectors. Lovely Diana grade engraved receiver with pheasants on left, ducks on right, quail on floorplate & rabbits on trigger bow. Engraving signed by R. Kowalski. Gold washed single selective trigger. Beautifully grained & figured select walnut. Stock configuration FKST. Browning marked vented pad. LOP 14-5/8″. Non-auto safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very good plus. Rich bbl blue with scattered areas of oxidation at muzzle end of bbls & along front edges of rib. Normal handling marks ahead of forend. Receiver engraving sharp. Slight discoloration around safety. Cataloger observes no evidence of salt oxidation on external surfaces. Excellent gloss wood finish with hardly a mark, sharp checkering. Top lever right. Mirror bores. Tight gun, excellent mechanics, ejectors kick with authority. 50595-30 TJW (3,250-5,000) – Lot 1007

1008
$0.00

*BROWNING DIANA GRADE SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN WITH BROADWAY VENT RIB.

SN 56805S7. Cal 12 ga. 30″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, choked M/F with Broadway vent rib. Ejectors. Exceptional Diana pattern as engraved by Angelo Bee. Single selective trigger. Gorgeous feathercrotch pistol grip stock. 14-1/2″ LOP over Browning ventilated pad. Twin ivory beads. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Gun is basically new with scant and very faint surface blemishes on wood. A fine superposed. 51038-1 FTL (4,000-7,000) IVORY – Lot 1008

1009
$13,800.00

*RARE CASED BROWNING POINTER GRADE SUPERPOSED TWO BARREL SET SHOTGUN.

SN 32757S74. Cal. 12 ga. Both bbls sets 28″ with ventilated ribs & metal front beads. One set 2-3/4″ chambers, chokes marked IC/M. The other set 3″ chambers, chokes marked MOD/FULL. Single selective gold wash trigger. Auto ejectors. Pointer grade engraving, left side dog retrieving duck, right side Pointer with pheasant, underside with two quail, signed Watrin. Trigger bow with pheasants. Straight grip buttstock is nicely grained. Browning marked buttplate. Non-auto safety. LOP 14-1/4″. Accompanied by Browning brown Hartmann 2-bbl luggage case. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very fine. Gun appears extremely lightly used, if at all. Gun retains all finishes with nary a mark observed. Very minor wear to case with Eddie Bauer label glued to inside bottom of case, clear tape on top. 50595-71 TJW (7,000-12,500) – Lot 1009

1010
$6,037.50
Revised: 9/23/2016

Please Note: As the cataloger noted, this gun has custom work which includes custom stock and forend. Engraving more closely resembles C1 quality.

*BROWNING SUPERPOSED PRE-WAR CUSTOM D-3 SHOTGUN.

SN 4871. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbls, ventilated rib, twin beads, 2-3/4″ chambers, marked FULL/FULL chokes. Single selective trigger. Auto ejectors. Beautiful floral engraved receiver with banknote scroll. Top lever, forend iron & long tang trigger bow with touches of scroll work. Beautifully grained walnut with fine line checkering, straight grip buttstock. Forend with engraved horseshoe cap. Solid red pad. LOP 14-3/4″. Non-auto safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Fine. Lustrous bbl blue with slight loss at muzzles, minor handling marks. Mirror bores. Receiver & other components in high condition. Fine screws. Wonderful gloss stock finish with the most minor handling marks. Top lever far right. Gun is tight, fine mechanics, strong ejectors. 50595-32 TJW (3,750-5,750) C&R – Lot 1010

1011
$4,887.50

*BROWNING SUPERPOSED B-125 SUPERLIGHT 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 242PN21733. Cal. 20 ga. 26″ bbls, ventilated rib, 2-3/4″ chambers, chokes marked IC/MOD. Single bead. Auto ejectors. Single selective trigger. Coin finished receiver, with “B” style engraving, forend iron, top lever & trigger bow. Schnable forend. Straight grip. Nicely figured dark walnut. 2-point checkering. Browning marked buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″. Non-auto safety. Accompanied with orig box identified by SN on end label. CONDITION: Extremely fine, near new. Retaining all orig finish to wood & metal. Box is in excellent condition. 50179-19 TJW (4,500-6,500) – Lot 1011

1012
$6,325.00

*BROWNING PIGEON GRADE SUPERPOSED .410 SHOTGUN.

SN 3057J69. Cal. .410. 28″ bbls, 3″ chambers, chokes marked IC/MOD. Ventilated rib, front metal bead. Auto ejectors. Pigeon Grade engraved receiver with a pair of pigeons engraved both right & left sides with floral rosettes on bottom. Gold washed single selective trigger. Buttstock is a beautiful piece of marble “smokey” figured walnut. Stock configuration FKST. Browning marked buttplate. Non-automatic safety. LOP 14-1/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very good plus. Lustrous bbl blue which shows slight wear ahead of forend. Condition of receiver & other metalwork excellent with hardly a mark. Cataloger observes slight oxidation on right edge of top tang & discoloration around safety, perhaps salt related. Stock & forend with beautiful gloss finish with the tiniest of handling marks. Sharp checkering. Top lever right. Tight gun, good mechanics, strong ejectors. 50595-37 TJW (6,000-10,000) – Lot 1012

1013
$6,325.00

*BROWNING PIGEON GRADE SUPERPOSED POST SALT ERA SHOTGUN.

SN 3248V73. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ bbls, 3″ chambers, chokes marked MOD/FULL. Ventilated rib, front metal bead. Auto ejectors. Pigeon Grade engraved receiver with a pair of pigeons engraved both right & left sides with floral rosettes on bottom. Gold washed single selective trigger. Buttstock & forend are lovely pieces of light colored walnut with dark streaks of grain and figure. Stock configuration FTLT. Browning marked buttplate. Non-automatic safety. LOP 14-1/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very good plus. Lustrous bbl blue which shows faint lines ahead of forend. Condition of receiver & other metalwork fine with hardly a mark. Stock & forend with beautiful gloss finish with the tiniest of handling marks. Sharp checkering. Top lever right. Tight gun, nice mechanics, ejectors are strong. 50595-36 TJW (4,500-7,500) – Lot 1013

1014
$6,612.50

*CASED BROWNING PIGEON GRADE SUPERPOSED 2 BARREL SET SHOTGUN WITH THIRD SET OF BARRELS.

SN 49294V8. Cal. 20 ga. #1 bbls 26-1/2″, vent rib, single bead. 2-3/4″ & 3″ chambers. Chokes marked SKEET/IC. #2 bbls 26-1/2″, vent rib, single bead. 2-3/4″ & 3″ chambers. Chokes marked M/IM. #3 bbls, mismatched SN, 28″, vent rib, single bead. 2-3/4″ & 3″ chambers. Chokes marked M/F. All bbl sets with Pigeon grade engraving. Pigeon grade engraved receiver with pigeons on both sides & floral rosettes on bottom. RKST configuration stock with handsome grain & Browning marked buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″. Gun accompanied by Browning Hartmann 2-bbl case with red felt lining & manual. CONDITION: Very good plus. All 3 bbl sets with very nice blue that show light handling, all with mirror bores. Receiver & other metal work very nice factory finishes with the slightest of marks. Gloss wood finish excellent on all components, showing very light handling marks, one prominent on left stock cheek. May have slight traces of salt oxidation. Gun is tight, operates crisply, ejectors on #3 bbl set slightly out of time. Case condition good. 50973-2 TJW (3,500-4,750) – Lot 1014

1015
$3,450.00

*CASED BROWNING PIGEON GRADE SUPERPOSED 2 BARREL SET SHOTGUN.

SN 85220. Cal. 12 ga. #1 bbls 30″, vent rib, twin ivory beads. 3″ Magnum chambers, chokes marked IM/F. #2 bbls 26-1/2″, vent rib, twin beads. 2-3/4″ chambers, chokes marked IC/M. Pigeon grade engraved receiver & metal work. RKLT configuration with nice marble grained walnut. Browning vented pad. LOP 14-1/2″ over pad. Non-auto safety. Browning Hartmann 2-bbl luggage case. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good plus. Both sets of bbls retain nearly all factory blue with slight handling marks. Bores mirror bright. Receiver & bbl sets metal work in fine condition with hardly a mark. Wonderful factory wood finish with sharp checkering, scattered minor marks. Gun very tight, fine mechanics. Case shows light use. 50973-3 TJW (3,000-4,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 1015

1016
$2,012.50

*PRE-WAR BROWNING PIGEON GRADE SUPERPOSED CUSTOM SHOTGUN.

SN 2258. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbls. Unique ventilated rib which appears custom. 2-3/4″ chambers, chokes marked MOD/FULL. Metal capped front bead with mid-bead. Single selective trigger, gold washed. Auto ejectors. Pigeon grade engraved receiver in early style. Custom wood. Large trap style beavertail forend with horseshoe cap at front. Buttstock with capped flared pistol grip & shadow line cheekpiece. Browning vented recoil pad. Non-auto safety. LOP 14-3/8″. CONDITION: Good. Bbls nicely blued with thinning at muzzles & typical handling marks. Bores are bright. Receiver finish is bright, shows wear to engraving on underside of receiver, forend iron & trigger bow. Finish on trigger heavily worn. Stock & forend gloss finish is excellent, minor handling marks, sharp checkering. Top lever slightly left. Slightly loose when closed, operates crisply, strong ejectors. 50989-14 TJW (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1016

1017
$4,025.00

*BROWNING SUPERPOSED GRADE 1 .410 SHOTGUN.

SN 115J72. Cal. .410. 28″ bbls, ventilated rib, 3″ chambers, chokes marked M/F. Single bead sight. Auto ejectors. Single selective trigger. Grade 1 style engraving. FKLT stock configuration. Browning marked buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″. Non-auto safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very good plus. Gun retains most of what appears to be factory blue, scattered handling marks & small area of light oxidation on bottom bbl. High edge wear to blue on receiver. Bores appear bright but would benefit from cleaning. Wood has a number of slight dings & marks which appear to be under gloss finish. Checkering sharp. Slight wear to buttplate. Gun is tight, crisp mechanics. Strong ejectors. 50595-31 TJW (3,500-5,000) – Lot 1017

1018
$5,175.00

*EARLY 1960’S “PRE-SALT” BROWNING GRADE 1 SUPERPOSED .410 SHOTGUN.

SN 891J4. Cal. .410. 28″ ventilated rib bbls, 3″ chambers, chokes marked SKT/SKT. Single metal front bead. Auto ejectors. Grade 1 style receiver engraving. Single selective gold washed trigger. RKLT stock configuration. Browning marked buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″. Non-auto safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very fine. This early little 410 retains nearly all of its blue and shows virtually little to no wear or handling marks to metal finish. Minuscule blue loss around safety. Mirror bores. Stock finish is as nice with the tiniest of handling marks observed. Checkering extremely sharp. Gun is very tight, operates crisply. Strong ejectors. Gun looks hardly used, if at all. 50595-33 TJW (3,750-5,250) C&R – Lot 1018

1019
$5,175.00

*BELGIAN BROWNING SUPERPOSED 410 BORE SHOTGUN.

SN 2905-J9. Cal 410 28″ bbls with vent rib, choked F/F. Ejectors. Standard superposed engraving. Single selective trigger. Short tang round knob. 13-1/4″ LOP over leather faced ventilated pad. CONDITION: Good overall condition although gun shows numerous handling marks on wood. Evidence of salt-wood corrosion. Would make for a great hunting gun. 51043-2 FTL (4,000-5,000) – Lot 1019

1020
$8,625.00

*EARLY 1960S ERA BROWNING GRADE 1 SUPERPOSED 28 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 823F4. Cal. 28 ga. 28″ ventilated rib bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, chokes marked SKT/SKT. Single metal front bead. Auto ejectors. Grade 1 style receiver engraving. Single selective gold washed trigger. RKLT stock configuration. Blonde wood. Browning marked buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″. Non-auto safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Fine. Virtually “as new” factory condition. All metal surfaces retain practically all of the factory blue. Minuscule blue loss around safety. Wood finish & checkering is pristine. Extremely sharp checkering. Mirror bores. Top lever to far right. This gun opens and closes tightly, fine mechanics & strong ejectors. 50595-34 TJW (3,750-5,250) C&R – Lot 1020

1021
$5,462.50

*BOXED BROWNING GRADE 1 28 GAUGE SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN.

SN 2396F9. Cal. 28 ga. 28″ ventilated rib bbls with single bead. 2-3/4″ chambers, chokes marked IC/MOD. Gold washed single trigger. Auto ejectors. Grade 1 engraved receiver & metal work. RKST configuration. Browning marked buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″. Non-auto safety. Accompanied by orig box identified by SN on end label. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Fine. This gun appears virtually new, with the smallest of marks. Slight blue loss around safety button. Mirror bores. “As new tight.” Good mechanics. Strong ejectors. Excellent box, one corner torn. 50595-58 TJW (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1021

1022
$4,887.50

*BROWNING SUPERPOSED GRADE ONE 2-BBL SKEET CASED SET.

SN 1F349. Bbl 1) Cal. 28 ga. 26-1/2″ vent rib bbl with fixed SKEET & SKEET chokes. Steel bead. Checkered walnut lightning forearm. Bbl 2) Cal. 20 ga. 26-1/2″ vent rib bbl with steel bead and checkered walnut lighting forearm. Fixed IMP-CYL & MOD chokes. 2-3/4″ chamber. Boxlock action with grade one scroll engraving and blue finish. Gold plated single selective trigger and auto ejectors. Rnd knob long tang checkered walnut stock. LOP: 14-1/8″ over orig buttplate. 1961 Belgian manufacture. Includes Hartman 2-bbl set luggage case with replacement handle. CONDITION: Bbls and action retain over 95% orig blue. Forearms and stock have good orig finish showing scattered scratches and marks. Both sets of bbls with good bright bores. 51045-1 DS (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 1022

1023
$4,887.50

*BROWNING SUPERPOSED GRADE 1 SHOTGUN.

SN 3301F71. Cal. 28 ga. 28″ bbl, ventilated rib, 2-3/4″ chambers, chokes marked IC/M. Single bead. Auto ejectors. Standard Grade 1 engraving. Single selective trigger. Stock configuration FKST, rather dark walnut. 2-point checkering pattern. Browning marked buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″. Non-auto safety. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain virtually all factory blue & appear to be outstanding. Minor handling wear. Extremely minor oxidation on forend iron. Receiver with a vast majority of its original blue finish with edge wear and minor spots of oxidation. Engraving filled with light colored highlight. Wood retains nearly all factory finish with a handful of very tiny dings. Checkered areas bright. Tight gun, crisp mechanics. Strong ejectors. This is an exceptional small bore Browning! 50179-18 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 1023

1024
$2,875.00

*CASED BROWNING GRADE 1 SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN.

SN 28821V3. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ bbls, ventilated rib, single front bead. Marked 2-3/4″ & 3″ chambers. Chokes marked MOD/FULL. Gold washed single selective trigger. Auto ejectors. Grade 1 engraved receiver. Stock configuration RKLT. Browning marked buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″. Non-auto safety. Accompanied by Browning Hartmann luggage case. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very good. Gun retains nearly all of its blue on metal with very slight use marks, may be factory quality refinish or not. Very bright bores. Gloss wood finish is excellent with minor bumps in forend, buttstock has dent in grip above checkering & numerous scattered scratches & marks. Top lever right. Strong ejectors. Operates crisply. Case shows use inside and out. 50595-69 TJW (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 1024

1025
$3,450.00

*BROWNING SUPERPOSED GRADE 1 SUPERLIGHT SHOTGUN.

SN 59257v70. Cal. 20 ga. 26-1/2″ bbls, ventilated rib, chokes marked IC/M. Single bead. Auto ejectors. Single selective trigger. Round bottom Superlight receiver with Grade 1 engraving. Straight grip long tang buttstock. Browning marked buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″. Non-auto safety. CONDITION: Fine. Gun retains nearly all of its factory metal finish, slight blue loss at muzzles. Slight blue wear ahead of forend & around safety. Light handling marks. Wood finish is excellent with sharp checkering & minor handling marks. Mirror bores. Gun tight, crisp mechanics. Ejectors are strong. 50973-15 TJW (2,500-3,250) – Lot 1025

1026
$4,025.00

*CASED BROWNING GRADE 1 LIGHTNING 2 BARREL SET SHOTGUN.

SN 20433. Cal. 20 ga. #1 bbls 26-1/2″, vent rib, 2-3/4″ & 3″ chambers, chokes marked IC/MOD, single bead. #2 bbls 26-1/2″, vent rib, 2-3/4″ & 3″ chambers, chokes marked MOD/FULL, single bead. Single selective gold washed trigger. Auto ejectors. RKLT stock with Browning marked buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″. Non-auto safety. Accompanied by Browning Hartmann luggage case & paperwork. CONDITION: Very good. Both bbl sets retain most orig blue with light handling marks from use. Mirror bores. Receiver with nice blue, showing gentle wear. Wood finish excellent with minor handling marks. Gun is tight, fine mechanics. Case is lightly used. 50973-4 TJW (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1026

1027
$2,875.00

*HIGH CONDITION BROWNING GRADE 1 LIGHTNING SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN.

SN 34446V4. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ bbls, ventilated rib, 3″ chambers, chokes marked MOD/Full. Single front bead. Top bbl marked “MADE FOR ABERCROMBIE & FITCH” below Browning address. Auto ejectors. Grade 1 engraved receiver. Single selective gold washed trigger. RKLT. Browning marked buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″. Non-auto safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Fine. Gun may have been treated to an extremely high quality refinish. All metal surfaces show virtually all of a factory appearing blue finish. Gloss wood finish is excellent with areas of light crazing & minor handling marks. Mirror bores. Gun is tight, operates nicely. Strong ejectors. 50595-39 TJW (2,500-4,000) – Lot 1027

1028
$1,437.50

*BROWNING GRADE 1 LIGHTNING SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN.

SN 3136V73. Cal. 20 ga. 26-1/2″ bbls, vent rib, twin beads. 3″ chambers, chokes marked SKEET/SKEET. Gold washed single selective trigger. Auto ejectors. Lightning marked receiver with Grade 1 engraving. Stock configuration FKLT. Solid black pad. LOP 14-1/2″ over pad. Thin rubber pad on comb. Non-auto safety. Gun has subgauge 410 tubes in bbls. Accompanied by Winchester luggage case. CONDITION: Good. Nice bbl blue with typical handling marks. Bright bores. Receiver & other metal work shows moderate wear. Wood shows light refinish, checkering sharp. Gun is tight with good mechanics. Case shows use. 50989-2 TJW (2,000-3,000) – Lot 1028

1029
$2,012.50

*BROWNING SUPERPOSED GRADE 1 LIGHTNING SHOTGUN.

SN 4537V73. Cal. 20 ga. 26-1/2″ bbls, 3″ chambers. Chokes opened & marked SK/IC. Ventilated rib. White plastic Bradley front bead & mid bead. Standard G1 engraving, “Lightning” marked. Single selective trigger. Auto ejectors. Stock configuration FKLT. Browning marked buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″. Non-auto safety. CONDITION: Fine. Excellent metal finish with nearly all orig blue, light use handling marks. Mirror bores. Buttstock & forend excellent. Slight finish loss at forend checkering & scattered bump marks on buttstock comb. Mechanics crisp, ejectors strong. 50989-10 TJW (2,000-3,000) – Lot 1029

1030
$3,162.50

*BROWNING GRADE 1 LIGHTNING SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN IN BOX.

SN 33500V4. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ ventilated rib bbls, metal front bead. 2-3/4″ & 3″ chambers. Chokes marked MOD/FULL. Gold washed single selective trigger. Auto ejectors. Grade 1 engraving on metal work. RKLT configuration. Browning marked buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″. Non-auto safety. Accompanied by orig box with handwritten SN. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very good plus. This gun has kept nearly all its factory blue with very slight wear marks. Left side of rib has cluster of oxidation spots just above bbl address. Mirror bores. Receiver shows minor handling & wear around safety button. Stock & forend with nice orig finish with scattered handling marks, a couple in left side grip checkering. Gun is very tight with nice mechanics, ejectors strong but out of time. Box condition poor, lid is very tattered & taped, end label ragged. 50595-57 TJW (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 1030

1031
$3,105.00

*EARLY 1950’S ERA BROWNING GRADE 1 20 GAUGE SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN.

SN 18846. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ ventilated rib bbls, marked as 2-3/4″ and 3″ chambers, chokes marked IC/MOD. Single metal front bead. Auto ejectors. Grade 1 style engraved receiver. Gold washed trigger. Stock configuration RKLT. Browning marked buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″. Non-auto safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Good. Bbls have kept a majority of their orig blue with thinning at muzzle & minor handling marks. Bores appear bright. Nice receiver blue with wear on belly & around safety. Blue on edges of trigger bow & lower tang thinning. Wood is sound with orig finish but many areas of finish loss on buttstock & forend along with normal handling marks. Checkering good. Gun opens easily, locks up tight. Good mechanics. Strong ejectors. 50595-38 TJW (2,000-3,250) – Lot 1031

1032
$0.00

*BROWNING CITORI GRADE IV 28 GAUGE SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN.

SN 06819PX673. Cal. 28 ga. 28″ bbls, vent rib, single bead. 2-3/4″ chambers, chokes marked M/F. Gun is treated to Grade IV engraving signed by T. Kataoka. Lovely silver tone metal work with game birds & scrollwork. Select fancy figured walnut with bold flame figure. Schnable forend & straight grip buttstock, both nicely checkered. Solid black Kick-eez pad. LOP 14-1/2″ over pad. Gun comes with Browning Hartmann luggage case. CONDITION: Fine. Gun shows very light use, with virtually all orig bbl blue. Mirror bores. Receiver & other metal work in “near new” condition. Wood finish excellent, very light handling marks. Forend has grain checks in left side, one above checkering & one at rear. Like new mechanics. Case is used & missing handle. 50989-3 TJW (3,500-4,500) – Lot 1032

1033
$2,012.50

*BROWNING CITORI GRADE III FIELD OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN.

SN 26315PR383. Cal. 410. 3″ cham. BBls: 26″ vent rib with dbl beads. Fixed IMP-CYL & MOD chokes. Grey finished boxlock action with engraving that features flying quail surrounded by foliate scroll. Gold plated single selective trigger with auto ejectors. Hunting style forearm with flat knob stock of gloss finished fancy walnut with hand checkering. LOP: 14-1/4″ over orig buttplate. In its orig box with instruction manual. CONDITION: Near new in box. 51046-5 DS (2,500-4,000) – Lot 1033

1034
$2,012.00

*BROWNING AUTO-5 CLASSIC LIMITED EDITION SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN.

SN 211BC1028. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbl, vent rib, 2-3/4″ chamber, MOD choke. Code NO. C10183. Made in Japan, engraved in Belgium. One of 5,000 produced. Satin finish receiver handsomely embellished on left side with dog hunting scene and flying mallard. Right side with a bust of John Browning and mallards. Scenes surrounded by foliate scroll. Left side of receiver marked “Jean H. Diet”. Gun is mounted with select fancy figured walnut with bold grain and fiddle back. Round knob pistol grip. Beautifully checkered with small circular border lines. Orig box identified by SN on end label & shipping box. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine. This gun is “as new” in box. Box is in fine condition. 50827-6 TJW (2,250-4,250) – Lot 1034

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1035
$690.00

*BROWNING SWEET SIXTEEN BELGIAN AUTO LOADING SHOTGUN.

SN X80713. Cal. 16 ga. 27-1/2″ bbl plain with matted top and fixed FULL choke. Chamber 2-3/4″ as marked. Blue action with grade one scroll and border line engraving, gold trigger. Walnut forearm and round knob pistol grip stock of European walnut with hand checkering. LOP: 14-3/8″ over orig buttplate. CONDITION: Over 80% orig blue. Good bright bore. Stock finish shows light wear with scattered spots of chipping and handling marks. 51034-28 DS (1,000-2,000) C&R – Lot 1035

1036
$0.00

*NEW SKB ARMS GRAND SPECIAL CASED OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN.

SN NS10729. Cal. 12 ga. 26″ bbl vent rib with ventilated side ribs. Right side marked in gold “SKB Grand Special”. 2-3/4″ chambers fitted for interchangeable choke tubes with IC & MOD tubes installed in gun. Sideplated boxlock action with detachable trigger assemblies. Trigger assemblies “A” and “B” have hand checkered 1/4″ wide triggers with similar pull weights. Pierced top lever, trigger guard and action have exquisite full coverage deep relief engraving with foliate scroll surrounding warrior goddess scenes on sideplates and warrior on floorplate. Engraving is signed by “S. Takeuchi”. Indentation in forward part of receiver has gold inlaid “NSKB”. Forearm and pistol grip stock of exhibition quality walnut. Features include contrasting wood grip cap, nameplate and toeline and borderless wraparound segmented fleur de lis hand checkering. LOP: 14-5/8″ over leather covered pad. Drop at comb: 1-5/8″; drop at heel: 2-7/8″. Weight 7 lb 13.6 oz. Housed in a black covered luggage case with New SKB maker’s label. Case contains four extra choke tubes, wrench and case keys. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Bbls retain nearly all of their bright highly polished blue finish. Action and small metal parts have excellent satin nickel finish. Stocks have very good semi-gloss finish. Case has loose divider. 50595-72 DS (4,500-7,500) – Lot 1036

1037
$6,900.00

*STUNNING BROWNING BAR GRADE V SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE.

SN 73532M71. Cal. 338 WIN. Mag. 24″ rnd bbl, blued action with hinged mag & gold plated trigger with receiver sides heavily engraved with large open scroll & game scenes with gold inlaid line borders. Left side scene with 2 bull elk & 2 cow elk in gold while right side scene is of 4 moose, 2 bulls & 2 cows. Left side scene signed J. Baerten. Left side of receiver is signed Jean H. Diet. Beautifully figured dark walnut with flat knob pistol grip & Browning solid black pad. Both stock & forend are fine line checkered with acanthus carved borders. CONDITION: Very fine, near new, showing no evidence of being fired or used. Minuscule fine line marks in bbl blue. Wood finish practically flawless. Mint bore. 50179-4 TJW (5,000-7,000) – Lot 1037

1038
$6,612.50

*FANTASTIC BROWNING GRADE V BAR SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE WITH BROWNING LUGGAGE CASE.

SN 73304M72. Cal. 270 WIN. 22″ rnd bbl, blued action with hinged mag & gold plated trigger, receiver sides heavily engraved with large open scroll & game scenes with gold inlaid line borders. Left side scene with 3 antelope in gold while right side scene is of 3 deer, buck, doe & fawn. Both scenes are signed J. Lewanczyk. Left side of receiver is also signed J.M. Deprez. Beautifully figured dark walnut with flat knob pistol grip & Browning buttplate. Both stock & forend with fine line checkering & carved acanthus borders. Browning 4X scope with duplex reticle. Accompanied by Browning Hartmann luggage case. CONDITION: Excellent, near new. Showing no evidence of use. Mint bore. Optics clear. Case is excellent inside & out. 50179-3 TJW (5,000-7,000) – Lot 1038

1039
$8,050.00

*STUNNING BROWNING OLYMPIAN GRADE BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 5P34105. Cal. 264 WIN. Mag. 22″ rnd bbl. Hooded front ramp sight with adjustable rear sight. Gold washed trigger. Bolt numbered to gun. All metal work engraved in Olympian style. Signed by R. Risak, R. Dewill & DR. Left side receiver top with bugling bull elk. Right side engraved with running pronghorn antelope. Floorplate with buck deer in woodland setting. Trigger guard with facing Grizzly. Jeweled long extractor FN action. Fitted with beautiful fancy walnut cheekpiece stock with dark contrasting grain. Finely checkered forend & grip cap with carved foliate scroll on both. Dark wood forend tip & pistol grip cap with Browning vented pad. Factory sling swivel bases. CONDITION: Very fine as expertly refurbished. This wonderful rifle maintains nearly all of its factory restored finishes, both metal & wood. Virtually free of handling marks and as new. Mint bore. Fine mechanics. This gun deserves a box! 50179-1 TJW (5,500-9,500) C&R – Lot 1039

1040
$5,750.00
Revised: 9/14/2016

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*LOVELY BROWNING TROMBONE 22 CALIBER RIFLE ENGRAVED BY JOSE BARTEN FOR BROWNING COLLECTORS ASSOCIATION.

SN 166PW01053. Cal. 22 LR. 22″ bbl. Sporting sights. Receiver engraved by master Jose Barten, replicating Grade III by Felix Funken. Only 60 of these rifles were produced & this one is numbered on floorplate 55/60. Rifle features a running fox on left side, a hunting dog on right side, all surrounded by foliate scroll. Receiver is bright finish. Stock & forend in highly figured Claro hand checkered walnut with round knob grip. Gun is accompanied by custom fitted burgundy luggage case & orig shipping box. CONDITION: Very fine. This collector grade rifle appears virtually “as new”, slight wear lines on mag tube from operation. Wood finish is nearly flawless. Case & box excellent. A very hard to find Browning Trombone. 50179-7 TJW (4,500-8,000) – Lot 1040

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1041
$3,450.00

*GORGEOUS BROWNING GRADE III 22 CALIBER SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE.

SN T52162. Cal. 22 LR. 19-5/8″ rnd bbl, sporting front & desirable rear wheel sight. Gold washed trigger. Beautiful Grade III engraving signed on right side Legiers. Nicely grained reddish toned walnut, beautifully hand checkered with attachment screw through bottom of flat grip. Serrated metal buttplate. CONDITION: Fine. Gun appears close to new. Face of bolt is clean with faint drag line on underside of bolt. Wonderful metal finishes. Forend & buttstock are fine with the slightest scattered handling marks. Bright bore, strong rifling. 50179-6 TJW (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1041

1042
$4,025.00

*CASED BROWNING GRADE III 22 CALIBER SEMI AUTOMATIC RIFLE.

SN 71T59078. Cal. 22 LR. 19-5/8″ rnd bbl, sporting front & flip down rear sight, holes fore & aft with filler screws. Gold washed trigger. Grade III style engraved receiver signed by L.A. Campo. Beautifully checkered flat knob pistol grip stock & forend with nice flame figure. Serrated metal buttplate. Gun is accompanied by brown leatherette Browning luggage case with paperwork. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very fine. This gun has remained virtually “as new”. Face of bolt is new with the slightest wear line on underside. Minuscule handling marks in wood. Mint bore. Case is in fine condition. 50595-50 TJW (3,500-5,500) – Lot 1042

1043
$4,600.00

*VERY RARE NICELY FACTORY ENGRAVED DELUXE FABRIQUE NATIONALE BROWNING PATENT 22 CALIBER “TOPLOADER” SEMI-AUTO RIFLE.

SN 136207. Cal. 22 LR. 19-3/8″ rnd bbl. Sporting sights. Takedown. Heavily engraved brightly finished receiver in Grade III style with gun dog hunting scenes on both sides, flying duck on top, all surrounded by beautiful foliate scroll typical of Master Engraver Felix Funken. Comes with an FN unlabeled factory box picturing a Toploader Rifle on the lid. Handsome walnut with very slim checkered forend & round knob pistol grip with 2-point checkering. Metal buttplate. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl retains most of its orig blue with thinning at muzzle & slight handling marks. Receiver engraving sharp with slight browning tone. Wood condition & finish excellent. Bright bore, sharp rifling. Fine mechanics. Factory box in very good condition. 50179-8 TJW (4,500-7,500) C&R – Lot 1043

1044
$1,438.00

*BROWNING GRADE 1 TAKEDOWN AUTO LOADING RIFLE.

SN 5E21296. Cal. 22 short. Desirable rifle manufactured in Belgium in 1965. 22″ round bbl with bead front sight and folding leaf rear sight. Grooved top receiver with scroll and border engraving having bright blue finish. Beavertail forearm and pistol grip stock of light colored European walnut with hand checkering. CONDITION: Retains approx 90% orig blue with wear on sharp edges. Very good bright bore. Scope mounting grooves on top of receiver have uneven edges from scope mount attachment. Stocks have good orig finish showing numerous light handling marks. 51034-27 DS (1,000-2,000) C&R – Lot 1044

1045
$4,600.00

*BROWNING “ONE OF A KIND” T-BOLT MEDALLION GRADE BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 216PP01001. Cal. 22 RF. 24″ rnd bbl. Ramp front sight. Gold wire inlay at muzzle & engraving at breech. Medallion style scroll engraving on receiver. Gold wire border on bottom of Browning marked mag. Nicely figured fancy walnut with rosewood forend tip & pistol grip cap. Scalloped border skip line checkering. Browning marked buttplate. Gun is accompanied by Browning 4X scope. A SPECIAL FACTORY T-BOLT Browning dealer ordered 14 years after cessation of the original T-Bolt production in 1974. Also included is a letter from the Browning historian showing gun was sold December 28, 1988. CONDITION: Very fine. This gun shows no use. All factory finishes on metal & wood. Hardly a mark. Fine mechanics. Scope optics clear. 50179-5 TJW (4,500-7,500) – Lot 1045

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1046
$8,625.00

*GROUP OF 4 BOXED BROWNING RIM FIRE RIFLES.

1) BROWNING BL22. SN 02092NZ126. Cal. 22lr. BL22. 20″ rnd bbl. Standard sights. Uncheckered forend & buttstock. Browning logo hard rubber buttplate. Browning box SNd to gun. CONDITION: As new, probably unfired. Box is excellent. 2) BROWNING TROMBONE. SN 142081. Cal. 22 lr. Trombone Model. 22″ rnd bbl. Standard sights. “FN” bbl address. Box with end label numbered to gun. CONDITION: As new, probably unfired. Box is excellent. 3) BROWNING TROMBONE. SN 70W1980. Cal. 22 lr. Trombone Model. Cal. 22 long rifle/22 smokeless. 22″ rnd bbl. Standard sights. U.S. bbl address. Box with end label numbered to gun with manual. CONDITION: As new, probably unfired. Box is excellent 4) BROWNING TROMBONE. SN 142309. Cal. 22 lr. Trombone Model. 22″ rnd bbl. Standard sights. “FN” bbl address. Box with end label numbered to gun with manual. CONDITION: Nearly as new with very minor blue loss to magazine tube, probably unfired. Box is fine. 50426-2, 50426-3, 50426-4, 50426-5 TJW (3,300-4,800) – Lot 1046

1047
$2,012.50

*PRESIDENTIAL/CELEBRITY AUTOGRAPHED WEATHERBY FOUNDATION ATHENA SPORTING SHOTGUN.

SN DA01289. Cal. 12 Ga. 3″ Cham. 28″ vent rib choke tube bbls (Mod/Full installed). Sideplated coin finished box lock has fine scrolled engraving throughout. Single selective trigger, auto ejectors. Full figured California Claro walnut stock features the autographs of eight Weatherby Foundation and celebrities. Left: Wayne LaPierre, Gerald McRaney, Gen. Chuck Yeager, VP Dan Quayle. Right: Pres. George H.W. Bush, Ed Weatherby, Col. Oliver North, Gen. Norman Schwartzkopf. 14″ LOP over solid black pad. Accompanied by picture poster of celebrities with subject shotgun, also Americase aluminum 2-gun takedown case. CONDITION: As new, test fired only. Gun retains all of its factory wood and metal finishes. Bright shiny bore, mechanics crisp, action tight. Aluminum case is likewise in as new condition. Autographs fresh and legible. 50257-1 JWD (2,000-4,000) – Lot 1047

1048
$7,475.00

*SILVER SEITZ COMPETITION TRAP TARGET GUN.

SN 633. Cal. 12 ga. 35″ single bbl, 2-3/4″ chamber, forcing cones opened, with custom adjustable high-vent rib. Faux-ivory beads. Silver Seitz choke tubes installed. Fully blued bbl and receiver. Ejector. Single gold-plated release trigger. Bird’s eye maple palm-swelled full pistol-grip stock with ebony grip cap and maker emblem in grip cap. Adjustable Monte Carlo stock. 14-1/4 LOP over black rubber pad. Cased in maker’s aluminum travel case with accessories and three extra choke tubes. CONDITION: Gun is in excellent overall orig condition and appears to be test fired only. Current retail value well over $14K. 50973-7 FTL (3,500-5,000) – Lot 1048

1049
$3,450.00

*LJUTIC ALL STAINLESS STEEL CENTENNIAL PRO SINGLE BARREL TARGET GUN.

SN 25. Cal. 12 ga. 34″, 2-3/4″ chambers with forcing cones opened, custom ported, high vent rib, stainless steel bbl with interchangeable choke tube. Back-bore to modified choke. Adj. bottom mounted bbl weight. Extractor. Stainless steel machined receiver marked “LJUTIC CENTENNIAL PRO”. Release trigger. Straight grain, palm-swelled, futuristic pistol-grip stock with adj comb with 14-1/4 LOP over adj. black rubber pad. Factory LJUTIC Americase with few accessories. CONDITION: Gun in excellent mechanical condition. Scattered light handling marks on frame and wood. A solid, unique target gun with faux-ivory mid bead. 50973-6 FTL (3,000-4,000) – Lot 1049

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1050
$3,335.00

*EXQUISITE CUSTOM RUGER RED LABEL GAME SCENE ENGRAVED 20 GAUGE.

SN 400-03276. Cal 20 ga. 26″ vent-rib bbls. 3″ chambers. Choked IC/M. Ejectors. Very fine gold line accents at muzzle and breech end of rib. Exquisite bulino game scene & scroll engraved frame depicting quail, pheasant, and labrador retriever with duck on bottom. Single selective trigger. Spectacular exhibition grade French walnut straight grip stock and forend. 14-1/4″ LOP over checkered butt. CONDITION: Fine overall since custom upgrade. A truly magnificent custom upland gun. 51038-4 (2,000-3,500) – Lot 1050

1051
$4,312.50

*PARKER DH SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

SN 129534. Cal. 20 ga. Delightful and dainty O frame shotgun. Titanic steel 28″ bbls with steel bead. IMP-CYL & MOD chokes. Chambers lengthened to 2-3/4″. Boxlock action with dbl triggers and extractors. Engraving features hunting dogs on side and birds on floorplate surrounded by foliate scroll. Steel tipped orig splinter forearm of checkered walnut. Checkered stock of fancy thin shell walnut having teardrops, hard rubber grip cap and oval name plate in toeline. LOP: 13-3/8″ to checkered skeleton butt. Drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs 7.4 oz. CONDITION: Bbls have very good reblued finish. Good bright bores. Action has traces of case colors fading to pleasing gray patina. Trigger guard and buttplate finish have faded to gray. Stocks have good gloss refinish with freshened checkering. 51046-9 DS (7,500-12,500) C&R – Lot 1051

1052
$3,910.00

*NICE HANDLING PARKER BROTHERS DH 16 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 103055. Cal. 16ga. Chambers 2-9/16″, 28″ Titanic Steel bbls, “0” frame size. Concave matted rib with red front bead in secondary hole. Chokes IC/FULL. Splinter type forend. DH style non-ejector receiver. Bird dog vignettes on each side of receiver; four game bird scene on floorplate. Typical DH scroll coverage on remainder. Dbl triggers. Semi-pistol grip stock with handsome grain. Blank initial oval on toe line. Parker skeleton buttplate. 14-1/4″ LOP. DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-3/8″. Automatic safety. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Jim Beckley. CONDITION: Handsome little DHE 16ga. Bbls retain nearly all of an earlier reapplied finish and ring nicely. Bores are bright and shiny with evidence of minor pitting. Typical DH markings. Receiver retains sharp engraving with remnants of a later applied case color in protected areas. Trigger bow bright blue. Stock and forend fit nicely. Repaired splinter area along top right side of top tang. Wood finish has been enhanced, skeleton buttplate is nice and has faded to silver with engraving worn. Forend has reapplied finish with wide borders and checkering slightly smooth. Top lever very slightly left of center. Gun is tight and operates crisply. A delightful “0” frame 16ga Parker. 50633-2 TJW (4,500-7,500) C&R – Lot 1052

1053
$2,012.50

*PARKER DHE 16 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 155368. Cal. 16 ga. 28″ bbls, professionally sleeved. 2-3/4″ chambers, forcing cones lengthened. CYL/IC chokes. Twin ivory beads. Concave matted rib marked “TITANIC STEEL”. Splinter forend. Auto ejectors. #1 frame. DH style engraving with Pointer on left, Setter on right, four birds aflight on floorplate. Double triggers. Straight grip, nicely figured buttstock which appears to be a nice replacement, 3-point checkering. Long tang trigger bow engraved with scroll & border, professionally engraved SN on tang. Solid red recoil pad. Initialed oval in toe line. LOP 15-1/8″ over pad. DAC 1-3/8″. DAH 2-1/8″. Auto safety. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Good plus. Bbls with nice quality reblue with light handling marks. Small area of spotting above forend on left bbl. Frosted bores. Receiver silvered with touches of orig color on lever & rear of floorplate. Engraving sharp. Trigger bow with edge wear & flaking. Forend refinished, checkering prominent. Nice finish to buttstock, checkering slightly filled. Minor handling marks in wood. Top lever center. Gun is tight, operates crisply. Strong ejectors. 50989-11 TJW (2,000-4,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 1053

1054
$0.00

*PARKER DH GRADE DAMASCUS BARRELED SHOTGUN.

SN 121504. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ Damascus steel bbls, #2 frame, 2-3/4″ chambers, IM/IM chokes. Single bead, concave matted rib. Splinter forend. DH non-ejector receiver. Sporting dog vignettes on each side, & four ducks aflight on floorplate, all surrounded by banknote scroll. Double triggers. Capped pistol grip with Parker logo. Skeleton buttplate with checkered butt. Blank initial oval in toe line. LOP 14-1/2″. DAC 1-1/2″. DAH 2-1/8″. Auto safety. CONDITION: Good. Bbls retain Damascus pattern finish with a scattered area of finish loss on underside of both bbls. Mirror bores. Receiver engraving sharp. Nice screws. Trigger bow has traces of orig blue. Lower tang silvered. Stock and forend have been refinished. Professionally repaired hairline crack behind top tang. Buttplate toned to silver with butt checkering nice. Gun is very slightly loose with forend off, tight when assembled. Crisp mechanics. Top lever at center. 50966-5 TJW (5,000-7,000) C&R – Lot 1054

1055
$3,162.50

*PARKER DHE GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 235055. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, IM/M chokes. Concave matted rib marked “Titanic Steel”. Single bead. DH engraved receiver. 1-1/2 frame size. Auto ejectors. Splinter forend. Capped pistol grip with Parker Bros cap. Oval in toe line engraved “F.C.N.” Leather faced Silver’s red pad, wood piece fit to widow’s peak. LOP 14-1/2″ over pad. DAC 1-1/2″. DAH 2-3/4″. Auto safety. CONDITION: Fair. Bbls appear to retain orig blue with much thinning & areas of light oxidation. Mirror bores. Receiver has gone bright with areas of light oxidation & small dings on belly. Floorplate & trigger guard have been reblued. All engraving fairly sharp. Forend & buttstock in nicely grained walnut which is very dark under old finish. Wood appears oil soaked at head, but appears sound. Top lever right. Gun is tight, operates crisply, strong ejectors. Gun would benefit from a restoration. 51021-1 TJW (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1055

1056
$2,070.00
Revised: 9/14/2016

Please note: There are certifiable antique ivory beads (2mm and 4mm) on each barrel. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase.

*PARKER DHE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

SN 173750. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ Titanic steel bbls. MOD & FULL chokes. 2-5/8″ chambers. Double beads. No. 2 frame. Case colored ejector action with scroll engraving surrounding vignettes of dogs on sides with flying fowl on the bottom. Miller single selective trigger. Replacement beavertail forearm and capped pistol grip stock of fancy walnut with point pattern hand checkering. LOP: 14-3/8″ over Pachmayr black ventilated pad. CONDITION: Bbls retain over 80% orig blue with scattered scratches and marks. Good bright bores. Frame has slightly faded re-case colored finish. Trigger guard bow has fading blue. Stock shows scattered scratches and marks. 51043-1 DS (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1056

1057
$0.00

*LOVELY PARKER DH GRADE DAMASCUS BARREL SHOTGUN.

SN 123280. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ Parker Damascus bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, IM/IM chokes. Frame size unmarked. Single bead. Concave matted rib. Splinter forend. Extractors. DH style engraved non-ejector receiver, with Pointer on left, Setter on right, four birds aflight on floorplate, all with touches of foliate scroll. Scroll on trigger bow and top lever. Double triggers. Capped pistol grip buttstock with Parker cap, handsome grain. Skeleton buttplate, checkered inset. Auto safety. CONDITION: Very Good. Clear Damascus patterns on bbl with light spotting on muzzle end of left bbl. Mirror bores. Receiver nicely silvered with bright case color on rear portion of floorplate & under top lever. Stock & forend are sound w/ some light finish rubbed in long ago. Checkering sharp. Buttplate silvered w/nice checkering. Top lever center. Gun is tight, operates crisply. 50979-1 (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1057

1058
$2,012.50

*EXTREMELY RARE 34″ PARKER BROTHERS DH GRADE STRAIGHT GRIP SHOTGUN WITH NO SAFETY.

SN 169159. Cal. 12ga. Chambers measure 3″, have been opened, 34″ Titanic Steel bbls per encircled “T” mark on water table. “2” frame. “Period of use” ventilated rib added. Sgl front bead. Choke MOD/FULL. Splinter forend DH style non-ejector action. Engraved with dog scene on each side of receiver, four duck vignette on floorplate and balance with DH style scroll. Dbl triggers. Straight grip stock with thick comb and solid red recoil pad. Blank initial oval on toe line. 13-3/4″ LOP over solid red pad. DAC 1-3/4″, DAH 2-3/8″. Safety button slot on upper tang has been filled and engraved. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain nearly all of their reapplied finish. Evidence of solder affixing rib to bbls for 1-1/2″ ahead of breeches. Bores show evidence of polishing, light pitting remains. No dings or dents evident. Standard DH type markings. Receiver has faded to gun metal grey with engraving relatively sharp and clear. Floorplate slightly darker than frame body. Screws show evidence of turning. Trigger bow is faded to grey with good engraving. Straight grip buttstock has been sanded. Metal slightly proud of wood. Side cheeks and teardrop not sharp. Checkering pattern is strongly evident. Wood refinished. Splinter forend wood appears to be a high quality professional replacement. Forend metal parts are orig and matchng. Forend checkering very nicely executed. Top lever is slightly of center. Gun locks up tightly and operates crisply. A rare, unusual long bbl Parker with a specific use intended. 50606-8 TJW (2,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 1058

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1059
$1,725.00

PARKER DH SHOTGUN 2-BARREL SET WITH TWO FORENDS.

SN 64913. Cal. 12 Ga. 1) 30″ bbl. 2-5/8″ chambers. Full matted rib with steel front bead. Chokes: CYL / CYL BORE. 2) 30″ bbl. 2-3/4″ chambers. Full matted rib with steel bead. Chokes: FULL / IMP MOD. No. 2 frame size. Double triggers, extractors, automatic safety. Full pistol grip stock with 14-5/8″ LOP over orig skeleton buttplate. Two splinter forends, numbered to 1 and 2 with matching SNs indicating that this gun’s second set of barrels were added by Parker and are mentioned in the PGCA letter as having been added in 1904. Gun is stocked with unusually nice European walnut with dark black streaking and fiddle back towards frame. Gun is engraved in typical early D pattern with Pointer on left and Setter on right surrounded by Parker scrolls. Trigger plate engraved with three pheasants. Gun is checkered in standard D grade pattern. Nickel oval in stock. Weight: 8 lb 8 oz. PROVENANCE: Parker Gun Collectors Association letter. CONDITION: Good. Frame has been cleaned to gun metal gray with no orig case color remaining. Bbl set 1: Good with approx 60% orig Damascus pattern remaining. Exterior of bbls with minor losses and corrosion. Bores good with light scattered pitting throughout. Forearm checkering is worn, most of which can still be seen, though some has been lost. Bbl set 2: retaining very good approx 70-75% orig contrast Damascus pattern. Bores are excellent though lightly frosted. Forearm is excellent as this set of bbls shows much less use. Checkering is strong. Buttstock checkering is worn though can be seen. Buttstock retains most of a restored finish with handling and hunting marks throughout. There is a small splinter of wood missing near the heel in front of the skeleton buttplate on right side. Skeleton buttplate engraving is worn, as is checkering, though orig to gun. Action shows a hint of looseness, otherwise mechanics excellent. 49928-1 (2,500-3,500) – Lot 1059

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1060
$4,025.00

*INTERESTING HEAVY WEIGHT PARKER BROTHERS DHE 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 158569. Cal. 12ga. Chambers 2-3/4″, 32″ Titanic Steel bbls, concave matted rib with twin beads. “3” frame. Chokes FULL/FULL. Splinter type forend. DH engraved ejector frame with game dog scenes engraved both sides, a four duck scene engraved on floorplate and balance of DH style scroll work Dbl triggers. Straight grip, skeleton buttplate. Blank initial oval on toe line. 14-1/2″ LOP. DAC 1-5/8″, DAH 2-3/4″. Gun has no safety. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Jim Beckley. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain 80% of their blue finish with thinning towards breech end from carry. Several minor dings which do not seem to appear inside. Repair to forend lug which appears sound. Bbls ring nicely. Bores are bright with slight pitting and evidence of polishing. Strong DH markings. Receiver has faded back to a gun metal grey with slight color in protected areas. Some screws marred and several replaced. Stock and forend exhibit very nice color and pronounced grain. Both buttstock and forend have had professional refinish. Checkering is slightly smooth. Right side of stock where it joins the receiver and top tang has been pinned and repaired with a professional restoration. Both top tang and trigger bow tang sit proud of wood. Butt checkering has been refreshed. Skeleton buttplate gun metal grey with worn engraving. Forend checkering is lightly worn yet very nice. Top lever at center. Gun is tight, ejectors are strong. Operates crisply. A very unusual “3” frame, 32″, straight grip, no safety Parker which will impress. 50633-1 TJW (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1060

1061
$977.50

*PARKER DH GRADE 12 GAUGE STRAIGHT GRIP SHOTGUN.

SN 89245. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, IM/IM chokes. Twin sights, concave matted rib marked “Titanic Steel”. Splinter forend. DH non-ejector receiver. Left side engraved with pointing dog vignette surrounded by scroll. Right side engraved Setter vignette surrounded by scroll. Floorplate engraved with four game birds. Double triggers. Straight grip. Lovely figured wood with grain prominent on each side. Period of use solid red pad. Oval in toe line inscribed “Malcolm T. Spalding”. LOP 14-1/4″ over pad, DAC 1-3/4″, DAH 3″. Automatic safety. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain all of the professionally applied refinish. Bores bright and unpitted. Receiver has toned to silver. Engraving sharp. Long tang trigger bow with all reapplied finish. Screws are clean. Buttstock and forend show nicely with professionally reapplied finish, checkering prominent and correct. Top lever at center. Mechanics fine. 50530-5 TJW (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1061

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1062
$8,050.00
Revised: 9/30/2016

Please Note: The beavertail forearm has been replaced.

*RARE PARKER GHE SHOTGUN NICELY OPTIONED.

SN 241294. Cal. 20 ga. 30″ bbls, marked 2-3/4″ chambers, MOD/IM chokes. Twin bead sights, concave matted rib. Beavertail forend. GH ejector receiver “O frame”. Left side engraved with two ducks in flight. Right side engraved with two quail. Floorplate engraved with two pheasants. “Parker” engraved on bottom of frame. Crisp screws. Single selective trigger. Straight grip with 3 point checkering. Highly figured marble cake walnut buttstock. Solid red “Noshoc” pad. Initial shield in toe line. LOP 14″, DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/8″. Safety immobile. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain most blue which is starting to tone. Wear at muzzles. Slight peppering oxidation at front 7″ of left bbl. Bright unpitted bores. Receiver retains a majority of faded case color with most loss at carry area. Trigger bow bright blue, showing light wear. Stock and forend have been professionally refreshed, checkering enhanced. Top lever right. Gun is tight, operates crisply, strong ejectors. Uniquely configured GHE with tons of eye appeal. 50595-10 TJW (5,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 1062

1063
$3,737.50

*CUSTOM PARKER GHE 20 GA. SHOTGUN WITH MILLER SINGLE TRIGGER, CASE AND SUB-GAUGE TUBES.

SN 235303. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Barrels choked. 0 Frame. Metal is of typical GH style. Miller selective trigger added. Flame-figured American walnut pistol grip custom buttstock measures 14-3/4″ over black “White Line” pad. Flared rosewood grip cap has inset diamond engraved with initials “LJF”, and is also marked “J. L. Dockwiller Gunsmiths”. Rosewood comb extension fitted at nose. Beavertail forend. LOP 14-3/4″. Green vinyl case contains 2 pairs of lightweight sub-gauge tubes (28 ga & .410) of indeterminate make and miscellaneous tools. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain most of quality re-black. Action re-case hardened, and is mostly dark gray. New hinge pin has been fitted, and left side protrudes a bit. Custom stocks retain nearly all of their orig shiny varnish finish with a number of small marks. Bores fine, showing some slight pitting toward breech ends. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Trigger works. Tubes are excellent. 50994-4 FTL (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1063

1064
$0.00

*UNIQUE PARKER GHE SHOTGUN WITH STRAIGHT GRIP MONTE CARLO BUTTSTOCK.

SN 238451. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, IM/IM chokes. Single bead sight, concave matted rib. Splinter forend. GH ejector receiver. Left side engraved with two ducks in flight. Right side engraved with two quail. Floorplate engraved with two pheasants. “Parker” engraved on bottom of frame. Fine screws. Double triggers. Straight grip. Nicely figured Monte Carlo buttstock. Parker dog’s head buttplate. Initial shield in toe line. LOP 14-3/4″, DAC 1-3/4″, DAH 2-3/8″. Automatic safety. This gun is accompanied by a PGCA letter dated May 16, 2007 confirming current configuration with no mention of Monte Carlo stock though it is undoubtedly orig. CONDITION: Bbls retain majority of blue starting to tone, wear at muzzles and breech end. Assorted slight handling marks, mostly concentrated ahead of forend. Bores bright and unpitted. Receiver retains much faded cyanide color with handling wear. Nice trigger bow blue with loss from handling. Buttstock and forend very nice with reapplied finish. Checkering prominent. Top lever to right. Gun is tight, operates crisply, strong ejectors. Interesting special use long barreled Parker. 50606-1 TJW (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1064

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1065
$3,162.50
Revised: 9/14/2016

Please Note: Serial number is actually 234978, not 284978.

*VERY PLEASING PARKER BROTHERS GHE GRADE 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 234978. Cal. 12ga. Chambers 2-3/4″, 30″ Parker Special Steel bbl, 1-1/2″ frame and concave matted rib with dbl bead. Chokes MOD/FULL. Splinter forend. GHE engraved ejector action with game bird vignettes engraved on each side as well as floorplate. Generous coverage on balance of receiver with scroll. Dbl triggers. Pistol grip with Parker Brothers grip cap. Black rubber recoil pad. 14-1/4″ LOP over pad. DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/2″. Automatic safety. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain 90%+ orig blue. Bbls ring true. Bores are bright, shiny and unpitted. No dents or dings. Minor handling marks. Sharp GHE markings. Receiver retains an ample amount of orig color, strongest in protected areas with fading and wear to carry points. Trigger bow is silvered from use with pleasing blue/brown patina. Screws are excellent. Nice fit and finish to stock and forend. Finish has been added and checkering is clean. Unengraved initial shield on toe line. Top lever right of center. Gun opens and closes with authority, strong ejectors. A very impressive GHE Grade steel bbld Parker. 50403-2 TJW (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1065

1066
$0.00

*WONDERFULLY CLEAN PARKER BROTHERS GH GRADE 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 172957. Cal. 12ga. Chambers 2-5/8″, 28″ bbls Damascus steel, concave matted rib with sgl metal front bead. Chokes MOD/FULL. Splinter forend. GH style non-ejector action with lovely game bird vignettes both sides and floorplate. Generous scroll work on balance. Dbl triggers. Trigger guard has reapplied blue finish. Pistol grip stock with Parker Brothers grip cap. Widow’s peak dogs head buttplate with repaired separation on right side edge. 14-1/4″ LOP. DAC 1-5/8″, DAH 3″. Automatic safety. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain vivid Damascus pattern and ring true. Bores are bright, shiny and unpitted. Factory markings are sharp and clear. Receiver retains a majority of its orig color with wear in carry areas. Excellent screws. Engraving is sharp and clear. Buttstock and forend have nice color and grain and fit cleanly. Professionally repaired break through the wrist, which is sound and stable. Professional reapplied finish both stock and forend. Checkering is vivid and clean. Top lever is right of center. Gun remains tight and operates crisply. A charming GH Grade Parker gun with wonderful attributes. 50534-2 TJW (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 1066

1067
$5,750.00

*DESIRABLE PARKER BROTHERS VHE 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN WITH 30″ BARRELS.

SN 233749. Cal. 20ga. Chambers 2-3/4″, 30″ Vulcan steel bbls with concave matted rib, sgl front bead. “0” frame. Reverse chokes RT IM, LFT LM. Splinter forend. VH engraved ejector action. Dbl triggers. Parker Brothers capped pistol grip. Dogs head buttplate. 14-1/2″ LOP. DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/2″. Automatic safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: This gun shows honest general use and a lot of care. Bbls retain nearly all orig finish with very minor spotting and handling marks. Bores are bright, shiny and unpitted. Bbls ring true. Clear distinct markings. Receiver retains generous amounts of orig case color with most loss in carry areas. Border line engraving is sharp. Fine screws. Blue loss on trigger bow from handling. Stock and forend have wonderful fit and finish. Checkering clean and sharp. Insignificant minor spotting in scattered areas of buttstock under finish. Top lever right of center. Gun closes tightly, ejectors snap in time with authority. A very unique and desirable small bore Parker ejector gun with wonderful handling characteristics. 50595-1 TJW (4,000-7,000) C&R – Lot 1067

1068
$3,450.00

*PARKER BROTHERS VH GRADE 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 233051. Cal. 20ga. Chambers 2-5/8″, 28″ Vulcan steel bbls with concave matted rib, “0” frame, slg metal front bead. Chokes IC/MOD. Splinter forend VH Grade non-ejector receiver with border line engraving. Dbl triggers. Pistol grip buttstock with Parker Brothers grip cap. Blank initial shield on toe line. Very nice Parker Brothers dog’s head hard rubber buttplate. 14-1/2″ LOP. DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-3/4″. Automatic safety. CONDITION: Excellent overall. Bbls retain 90+% of orig blue. Forend lug properly reset. Bbls ring true. Bores are bright, shiny and unpitted. Bbl lug stamped “0” size. Receiver and trigger bow have putty colored oxidized appearance with traces of case colors showing through. Border line engraving still sharp. Screws clean. Stock and forend have fine fit and finish; may have had light finish added over the years. Forend hardware correct. Checkering is sharp and clean. Top lever right of center. This gun opens, closes and functions as it should. A dandy 20 gauge Parker with great dimensions. 50372-3 TJW (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1068

1069
$1,725.00

*PARKER VH GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 164240. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ bbls, 2-1/2″ chambers, IM/IM chokes. Single bead, concave matted rib. Splinter forend. VH non-ejector receiver. Double triggers. Capped pistol grip. Parker dog’s head buttplate. Initial shield in toe line. LOP 14″, DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/2″. Automatic safety. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain nearly all blue, wear and handling marks at breech end. Bores bright and unpitted. Reapplied color case finish has worn with use. Trigger bow blue with wear on grip. Stock and forend with reapplied finish. Checkering dulled. Top lever at center. Gun is tight, operates crisply. 50758-3 TJW (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 1069

1070
$0.00

*PARKER VH GRADE 16 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 172119. Cal. 16 ga. 27-7/8″ bbls, 2-9/16″ chambers, CYL/MOD chokes. Single bead, concave matted rib. “1” frame. Splinter forend. VH grade non-ejector receiver. Double triggers. Capped pistol grip with Parker logo cap. Dog’s head hard rubber buttplate with widow’s peak. Initial shield in toe line. LOP 14-1/4″. DAC 1-5/8″. DAH 2-3/4″. Auto safety. CONDITION: Bbls retain a nice amount of orig blue with many scattered handling marks and slight abrasions. Slight dimple on left bbl approx 12″ behind muzzle and several tiny scattered dings. Bright bores. Receiver with nice amount of orig color in protected areas, the rest is grayed. Nice screws. Trigger bow silvered. Buttstock and forend very nice finish, with scattered handling marks. Checkering prominent. Grip cap and buttplate excellent. Top lever right. Gun is tight, mechanics crisp. 50966-4 TJW (2,750-4,000) C&R – Lot 1070

1071
$0.00

*PARKER VH GRADE SHOTGUN WITH VENTILATED RIB.

SN 226377. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbls, ventilated rib marked “PARKER BROS. MAKERS, MERIDEN CT. USA VULCAN STEEL”. 3 digit number marked on underside of rib, cataloger cannot be certain it’s “377”. 2-3/4″ chambers, IM/IM chokes. Twin beads. Snap on forend. Extractors. #1-1/2 frame. VH non-ejector receiver. Double triggers. Parker capped grip. Replacement Hawkins ventilated pad. LOP 14-1/2″ over pad. DAC 1-3/4″. DAH 2″. Auto safety. CONDITION: Good as refinished. Mirror polish reblue on bbls with finish loss at muzzles and breeches. Bores bright but frosted. Blue loss on rib at junction of rib & rib extension. Light reapplied colors on receiver, toning to silver & gray. Reblued trigger guard shows wear. Wood is sound & refinished. Checkering freshened. Gun is tight, operates crisply. 50966-2 TJW (2,600-3,500) C&R – Lot 1071

1072
$0.00

*PARKER VH GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 125147. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, F/F chokes. Twin beads, concave matted rib. Splinter forend. Extractors. #2 frame. Non-ejector VH engraved receiver. Double triggers. Capped pistol grip with Parker logo. Unengraved initial shield. Dog’s head buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″ DAC 1-5/8″ DAH 2-5/8″. Auto safety. CONDITION: Good. Orig bbl blue with heavy wear at muzzles, breech ends and above forend. Many scattered areas of wear and scratching. Bright bores. Receiver with little orig color in protected areas, balance silvering. Trigger bow silvering. Wood condition good, sound, fits well. Checkering prominent on forend & grip. Much orig finish with minor handling marks & finish loss commensurate with age. Grip cap & buttplate excellent. Top lever at center. Gun is tight, operates crisply. 50966-1 TJW (1,750-2,500) C&R – Lot 1072

1073
$0.00

*PARKER VH GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 88866. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, IM/IM chokes. Concave matted rib. Single front bead. Double triggers. Extractors. VH #2 receiver. Splinter forend. Capped pistol grip. Red Ranger pad. LOP 14-3/4″ over pad. Auto safety. CONDITION: Fair. Bbls with dull aged blue, thinning in spots, areas of oxidation. Bright bores. Receiver has gone bright with areas of light oxidation. Buttstock & forend are worn, checkering mostly smooth. Stock spreading at tangs with crack behind top tang, chip at toe. Top lever left. Gun seems tight & operates well. 51021-2 TJW (1,250-1,750) C&R – Lot 1073

1074
$805.00

*LIGHTLY RESTORED PARKER BROTHERS VH GRADE 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 224496. Cal. 12ga. Chambers 2-3/4″, 30″ Vulcan steel bbls, 1-1/2 frame. Convex matted rib. Sgl front metal bead. Chokes MOD/FULL. Splinter type forend, VH Grade non-ejector frame, dbl triggers. Pistol grip capped with Parker Brothers grip cap, dogs head buttplate. Blank initial shield on toe line. 1-1/4″ LOP. DAC 1-1/2, DAH 2-1/2. Automatic safety. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain nearly all lovely blued finish. Bores are clean, bright and unpitted. Retains all proper markings. Receiver and forend metal have received bright cyanide-type case colors. Border line engraving remains sharp. Nice blued finish remaining on trigger bow. Wood finish has been refreshed. Checkering remains clean and distinct. Top lever is on center. This shotgun is tight and operates crisply. A solid example of a Parker VH 12 gauge. 50534-3 TJW (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 1074

1075
$690.00

*PARKER BROTHERS VH 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 217378. Cal. 12ga. Chambers 2-3/4″, 28″ Vulcan steel bbls, 1-1/2 frame. Chokes MOD/FULL. Splinter type forend. VH style non-ejector frame. Dbl triggers. Pistol grip with Parker Brothers grip cap. Dogs head buttplate. 14-1/4″ LOP. DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/2″. Automatic safety. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain all of their professionally reapplied finish and ring true. Bores are clean, bright and unpitted without dents or dings. Clear Parker VH markings. Receiver retains mottled flame enhanced color. Clean screws. Pleasant straight grain walnut with excellent fit finish professionally reapplied. Clean bold checkering. Top lever slightly left of center. Gun is tight and functions crisply. A good example of a sound Parker VH. 50530-4 TJW (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 1075

1076
$3,450.00

*RARE AND UNUSUAL PARKER BROTHERS PHE GRADE PARKER STEEL BARRELED STRAIGHT GRIP SHOTGUN.

SN 201678. Cal. 12ga. Chambers 2-3/4″, 30″ Parker Steel bbls, concave matted rib, front steel bead. “1-1/2″ frame. Chokes MOD/FULL. Splinter type forend. PH ejector action. Border engraving in PH style with scroll on sides and floorplate with flourish. Dbl triggers. Straight grip stock with solid red recoil pad. Blank initial shield on toe line. 14-1/4″ LOP over solid red pad. DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/2”. Automatic safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain most of their strong blue with many handling marks and several abrasions on right bbl top above forend. Blue worn at muzzles. Areas thinning at breech. Right bbl shows area going to brown which is barely noticeable. 8″ behind muzzle. No dents. Bores are bright, shiny and unpitted. Strong, clean PH Grade markings. Exceptionally nice PH Grade receiver with sharp edges and clean engraving, with much orig case color remaining. Color loss primarily in carry areas. Small areas of oxidation on top tang ahead of safety button. Blue has faded on trigger bow; grip tang area silvered from use. Small patch of oxidation below triggers. Screws are nice. Stock and forend appear to be excellent professionally executed replacements. Checkering is very well done and sharp. Gun is listed by SN in “The Parker Gun Identification and Serialization” book as originally a straight grip gun as it is currently. Top lever right of center. Gun is tight, ejectors are strong and operate crisply. This rare gun is one of only about 1,000 PH Grade Parker Steel bbld guns plus was fitted with a factory straight grip configuration and ejectors to boot. 50595-5 TJW (3,000-4,500) – Lot 1076

1077
$3,450.00

*DELIGHTFULLY CLEAN PARKER BROTHERS TROJAN GRADE 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 168512. Cal. 20ga. Chambers 2-5/8″, 28″ Trojan steel bbls with early rib extension, concave matted rib with sgl front bead. Chokes appear IC/MOD. Snap on splinter forend. Trojan grade non-ejector frame with standard markings. Dbl triggers. Uncapped pistol grip buttstock with correct hard rubber buttplate. 14″ LOP. DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-5/8″. Automatic safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain approx 90% factory finish with light spotting, minor wear in carry area and limited handling marks. Bores are bright, shiny and unpitted. No dents or dings. Sharp markings on water table and bbl flats. Trojan receiver retains a generous amount of orig color with primary loss in carry area. Right side of receiver shows fine, limited, light scratching from cleaning. Fantastic screws. Trigger bow retains nice amount of orig blue with blue loss on grip area. Forend and buttstock are of a perfect fit with lovely factory finish, with minor dings and handling marks. Orig buttplate is clean and unchipped. Top lever right of center. The gun is tight and sound and operates crisply. Overall, a very nice small bore Trojan from one end to the other. 50595-14 TJW (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1077

1078
$1,380.00

*HIGH CONDITION PARKER TROJAN GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 198159. Cal. 12 ga. 29-13/16″ bbls (appears original), 2-3/4″ chambers, IM/IM chokes, concave matted rib with single bead. Splinter forend. Extractors. Trojan grade unengraved receiver. Double triggers. Uncapped pistol grip. Hard rubber buttplate. LOP 14″. DAC 1-3/4″. DAH 2-7/8″. Auto safety. CONDITION: Very good plus. Bbls retain nearly all of their orig blue, slight wear at muzzles & breeches, very light handling marks. Mirror bores. Receiver with vivid orig case colors prominent with loss at breech balls & edges of floorplate. Fine screws. Finish on trigger guard & forend iron going bright. Stock & forend retain lovely orig varnish with scattered light handling marks. Buttplate excellent. Top lever right. Gun is tight, crisp mechanics. Hard to find a Trojan which has seen such gentle use. 50994-8 TJW (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1078

1079
$4,600.00

*PARKER REPRODUCTION DHE 20 & 16 GAUGE SHOTGUN TWO BARREL SET.

SN P-00523. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ bbl. 2-3/4 & 3″ chambers. Choked M/F. 2nd bbl: 16 ga., 28″ bbl, 2-3/4″ chamber. Choked M/F, SN 0020, with no maker’s name present. Ejectors. Beautiful case colored frame with standard DHE engraving. Sgl selective trigger. Auto-safety. Capped pistol-grip stock. 14-1/2″ LOP over skeleton BP. Splinter forend. In after-market poly case. CONDITION: Gun appears new and unfired and is in excellent overall condition. 50989-6 FTL (4,500-6,500) – Lot 1079

1080
$4,312.50

*PARKER REPRO DHE 28 GAUGE SHOTGUN APPEARS AS NEW WITH CASE.

SN 28-744. Cal. 28. Chambers 2-3/4″, 26″ bbls with matted solid rib, slg brass bead. Chokes IC/MOD. Splinter forend, DHE style engraved ejector action with lightening cuts. Sgl selective trigger. Straight grip over skeleton buttplate. 14-1/4″ LOP to skeleton buttplate. DAC 1-1/4″, DAH 2-1/8″. Automatic safety. This 28 gauge is accompanied by an orig Parker Reproduction by Winchester luggage case along with the cloth dust cover. Included are two Parker Reproduction 28 ga snap caps, case tags and keys. This gun is accompanied with its orig Parker Reproduction cardboard shipping box with matching end label. CONDITION: Fine as new. This little 28 ga is delightful, shows slight signs of being assembled, but virtually zero wear. Bbls retain all of their orig finish with perfect bores. All standard Parker reproduction markings on bbls and water table. Lovely receiver engraved in DHE fashion with dog vignettes on sides and birds on floorplate. The balance covered with handsome scroll work, including long tang straight trigger guard which retains all of its orig finish. Receiver retains virtually all of its orig color with no signs of wear. Beautiful highly figured walnut with wonderful grain, both stock and forend. Forend is “as new” with all wood finish and all color case hardening on all forend metal parts. Buttstock retains all of its orig factory finish on monogrammed oval and underside of buttstock. Skeleton buttplate retains all of its factory finish. All screws are untouched. This gun assembles and functions tight and like new. The case and dust cover appear as new and show no use inside and out. The orig shipping box is in as new condition. A wonderful opportunity to get a desirable 28 gauge. 50179-21 TJW (4,000-6,000) – Lot 1080

1081
$4,312.50

*CASED PARKER REPRODUCTION DHE 28 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 28-02547. Cal. 28 ga. 26″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, chokes marked IMP CYL/MOD. Bbl lug marked “F”. Single front bead. Single selective trigger. Auto ejector. DHE engraved receiver with lightning cuts. Beautifully grained wood with marble cake figure. Splinter forend, straight grip, skeleton buttplate. Recoil shoe on trigger guard. LOP 14-1/4″. DAC 1-3/8″. DAH 2″. Auto safety. Parker Repro luggage case with canvas cover, snap caps, oil bottle, wiping rod & cleaning accessories. CONDITION: Very good. Gun shows light use. Nearly all orig blue on bbl with light marks. Mirror bores. Good receiver color, shows light handling. Forend metal shows use. Orig wood finish excellent with sharp checkering, tiny handling marks. Gun very tight, fine mechanics. Case & cover excellent. 50994-1 TJW (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1081

1082
$3,335.00

*CASED PARKER REPRODUCTION DHE GRADE 28 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 28-03498. Cal. 28 ga. 26″ bbls, single bead. 2-3/4″ chambers, chokes marked Q1 & Q2. Double triggers. Auto ejectors. DHE style engraving. 00 frame. Splinter forend. Straight grip stock. Buttstock has had approx 1″ cut off. A 1-5/8″ wood section has been added to butt, with checkered face. Orig section of wood with skeleton buttplate included. Initial oval in toe line engraved “JM”. LOP 15-1/2″ over added piece. DAC 1-3/8″. DAH 2-1/4″. Auto safety. Gun is accompanied by leather covered Parker Repro case & snap caps. Canvas case cover included. CONDITION: About good. Metal finishes show use, bbl blue thin & spotted. Mirror bores. Case color nearly gone with some in protected areas. Wood finish shows numerous handling marks. Top lever slightly right. Gun is tight, good mechanics, strong ejectors. Case & cover very nice. 50628-4 TJW (2,000-4,000) – Lot 1082

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1083
$3,392.50

*PARKER REPRODUCTION DHE GRADE 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 12-00115. Cal. 12 ga. 26″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, chokes marked IMP.CYL/MOD. Bbl lug marked “1-1/2″. Faux-ivory twin beads. DHE style engraving. Double triggers. Auto ejectors. Splinter forend. Fancy marble figured walnut with capped pistol grip. Skeleton buttplate. LOP 14-5/8″. DAC 1-1/4″. DAH 2”. Auto safety. Blank oval in toe line. Gun is accompanied by leather covered Parker Repro case and canvas cover. CONDITION: Very good. Gun shows gentle use with nearly all blue on bbls, trigger guard & buttplate. Mirror bores. Nice case color, a little thin on belly of receiver & top tang. Excellent wood finish with sharp checkering, scattered minor handling marks on buttstock. Gun is tight, good mechanics, strong ejectors. Case & cover in fine condition. 50403-1 TJW (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1083

1084
$3,450.00

*SCARCE PARKER REPRODUCTION DHE STEEL SHOT SPECIAL SHOTGUN.

SN 12SS00161. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbls, 3″ chambers, chokes marked IMP.CYL/MOD. Bbl lug marked “1-1/2″. Single bead. DHE style engraving. Double triggers. Auto ejectors. Splinter forend. Straight grain walnut with straight grip. Skeleton buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″. DAC 1-1/4″. DAH 2”. Auto safety. Blank oval in toe line. Gun is accompanied by leather covered Parker Repro case & snap caps and canvas cover. CONDITION: Very Good. Bbls retain most of orig blue showing some thinning wear & spots of oxidation. Mirror bores. Receiver & forend metal show case color loss from use. Blue thinning on buttplate with wear on trigger guard. Stock & forend with factory finish showing scratches & dings from use. Checkering good. Top lever center. Tight gun, good mechanics, strong ejectors. Case & cover show use inside & out, with moisture damage to case under cover. 50628-3 TJW (2,000-4,000) – Lot 1084

1085
$3,450.00

*CASED PARKER REPRODUCTION DHE GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 20-01845. Cal. 20 ga. 26″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, chokes marked IMP.CYL/MOD. Bbl lug marked “0”. Single bead. DHE style engraving. Double triggers. Auto ejectors. Splinter forend. Nicely figured walnut with straight grip. Skeleton buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″. DAC 1-1/4″. DAH 2″. Auto safety. Blank oval in toe line. Gun is accompanied by leather covered Parker Repro case & snap caps and canvas cover. CONDITION: Good plus. Bbls, trigger guard & buttplate retain most of their factory blue with slight handling marks. Mirror bores. Receiver & forend iron with thinning case color from use. Wood finish is good, showing numerous bumps & scratches from field use. Gun is tight, good mechanics, strong ejectors. Case & cover are excellent, showing slight use. 50628-2 TJW (2,000-4,000) – Lot 1085

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1086
$2,300.00

*CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN MANUFACTURING RBL LAUNCH EDITION SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

SN RBL002136. Cal. 20ga. Bbls are 28″ with interchangeable chokes. 2-3/4″ chambers. Rounded body boxlock action with satin gray finish having foliate scroll ornamentation. Gold plated dbl triggers. Auto ejectors. Splinter forearm and straight hand stock of fancy claro walnut. LOP: 15-3/8″ over Kick-Eez pad. Includes cordura covered case with maker’s label. Case contains 6 additional choke tubes and wrench, cleaning rod, snap cap, oil bottles, cleaning accessories, and key. CONDITION: Near excellent, retaining nearly all of orig wood and metal finish. Very good bores. 50694-2 DS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1086

1087
$3,737.50

*CSMC RBL LAUNCH EDITION 20GA SHOTGUN WITH CASE.

SN RBL002140. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ chambers. 28″ bbls with interchangeable chokes, sk/sk tubes installed. Case colored action with 80% large scroll engraving, marked RBL on bottom. Single selective trigger. Ejectors. Steel capped pistol gripped buttstock with ribbed buttplate. Fantastic full feather crotch oil finished wood. Splinter forend. Cased with accessories, although no spare choke tubes or wrench present. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, with evidence of very little firing. Exceptional case colors. 50973-5 FTL (2,750-3,500) – Lot 1087

1088
$3,162.50
Revised: 9/29/2016

Please Note: Cataloger error – there is no shipping box with this lot.

Please Note: This is double trigger, not single selective and splinter forend, not beavertail.

*CSMC RBL LAUNCH 20 GAUGE EDITION SHOTGUN WITH CASE AND SHIPPING BOX.

SN RBL004120. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ chambers. 28″ bbls with interchangeable chokes. Gorgeous case colored action with 80% coverage large scroll engraving, marked RBL on bottom. Single selective trigger. Ejectors. Beautifully figured oil finished straight grip stock with ribbed buttplate. Beavertail forend. In maker’s case with all accessories. CONDITION: Basically new, possibly test fired only. This is a fantastic quality all American made gun. Would make an exceptional investment or cherished field gun. 50991-1 FTL (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1088

1089
$5,175.00

*CSMC RBL LAUNCH 20 GAUGE ADDITION SHOTGUN WITH CASE AND SHIPPING BOX.

SN RBL-000833. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ chambers. 28″ bbls with interchangeable chokes. Coin finished action with 80% coverage large scroll engraving, marked RBL on bottom. Single selective trigger. Ejectors. Upgraded 4X quality and highly figured oil finished straight grip stock with ribbed buttplate. Beavertail forend. Cased with all accessories. Includes orig cardboard shipping box. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, with evidence of very little firing. 50989-5 FTL (2,500-3,500) – Lot 1089

1090
$4,600.00
Revised: 9/14/2016

Please Note: Description states “ejector not kicking”. After checking it again, the ejector is working fine.

*PARKER S.B. GRADE SINGLE BARREL SHOTGUN.

SN 235738. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ bbl, ventilated rib, 2-3/4″ chamber, IM choke. Twin ivory beads. Trap style forend. Auto ejector. B Grade engraved receiver with lovely banknote scroll engraving, floral engraving on floorplate. Straight grip stock with elaborate fleur-de-lis carving & checkering. Unengraved oval in toe line. Brown white line ventilated recoil pad with 3 black spacers. LOP 14-1/2″. DAC 1-3/8″. DAH 2″. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl retains nearly all “factory look” reblue with minor handling marks. Bright bore, lightly frosted. Traces of case color on receiver, mostly around top, rear of floorplate & protected areas, balance going to gray/silver. Trigger bow reblued. Light refinish to wood with areas thinning on buttstock. Normal handling marks, checkering sharp. Top lever at center. Gun is tight, mechanics good but ejector not kicking. 50994-11 TJW (4,000-6,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 1090

1091
$0.00

*PARKER S.C. GRADE SINGLE BARREL TRAP GUN.

SN 227471. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ bbl, ventilated rib, 2-3/4″ chamber, IM choke. Faux-ivory twin beads. Trap style forend. Auto ejector. C Grade receiver with lovely foliate engraving with stippled background. Pigeon in flight on floorplate. Trigger bow with floral engraving & stippling. Pistol grip stock with Parker grip cap. Unengraved oval in toe line. Black Decelerator solid pad. LOP 14-1/8″. DAC 1-5/8″. DAH 2″. CONDITION: Good. Bbl retains nearly all of it reapplied blue. Mirror bore. Receiver with a majority of its orig case color, normal wear from handling. Nice engraved screws. Wood with professional refinish, some areas of finish thin with normal handling marks. Bumps in checkering. Top lever center. Gun is tight, operates crisply. Strong ejector. 50994-10 TJW (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1091

1092
$0.00

*PARKER S.C. GRADE SINGLE BARREL TRAP GUN.

SN 223124. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbl, ventilated rib, 2-3/4″ chamber, MOD choke. Raybar front bead with mid-bead. Replacement trap style forend. Auto ejector. C Grade receiver with lovely foliate engraving with stippled background. Pigeon on floorplate. Pistol grip Monte Carlo stock with checkered grip cap. Black solid pad with yellow spacer. LOP 14-3/8″ over pad. DAC 1-1/2″. DAH 1-5/8″. CONDITION: Fair. Bbl retains all of its reblued finish. Mirror bore. Receiver & top lever with nice amount cyanide type case color with normal handling wear. Trigger guard blue worn. Stock and forend with restored finish. Large areas of buttstock finish show hazing & blemishes. Recoil pad undersized. Gun slightly loose with forend removed. Top lever left. Mechanics good. Ejector strong. 50994-14 TJW (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1092

1093
$8,050.00

PARKER GRADE 3 LIFTER ACTION HAMMER SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

SN 18719. Cal. 16 ga. 27″ No. 3 laminated steel bbl. Information from the Parker Gun Identification & Serialization book and other sources supplied by consignor indicate this may be one of only four US made Parker 27″ bbls and possibly the only one in 16 ga. IMP-CYL & CYL chokes. 2-1/2″ chambers. 0 frame lifter action has deeply carved ornate bolsters with hand engraving featuring bird dogs on lockplates with shorebird on trigger guard surrounded by fancy borders with flurries of foliate scroll with stippled backgrounds. Dbl triggers and extractors. Steel tipped checkered walnut splinter forend. Checkered stock of fancy thin shell walnut with hard rubber grip cap and teardrops having silver name shield on wrist. LOP: 14-1/8″ over checkered hard rubber buttplate. Parker Gun Collector’s Association letter discusses specifications of gun and lists the following information: “ordered by the Simmons Hardware Co. of St. Louis MO on April 21, 1880- and shipped on August 31, 1880. According to Parker Bros. Order Book No. 8, it was a $140 Dollar Grade, Lifter Action Hammer Gun, 16 gauge. It featured Damascus steel barrels with a length of 27 inches.” Letter further shows the gun was returned to Parker twice, in 1880 “to put on a rubber butt” and again in 1881 “to take out dents and rebrown, make perfectly clean inside, and tighten up hammers.” CONDITION: Bbls have very good gray/black refinish showing good Damascus pattern. Lightly pitted bores. Action has faded to gray with spots of freckling. Stocks have moderately worn checkering and appearance with scattered scratches and handling marks. 50542-1 DS (3,500-6,000) – Lot 1093

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1094
$0.00

VERY EARLY PARKER BACK ACTION DOLLAR GRADE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

SN 0152. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbls of Decarbonized Steel. CYL & CYL bores. 2-5/8″ chambers. Very early Parker before standard grading system replaced the “Dollar Grade” designation. Rnd body lifter action, back action locks, dbl triggers and extractors. Key fastened steel tipped walnut forearm with straight grip walnut stock. Forearm has two diamond panels checkering while stock has point pattern checkering characteristic of later standardized patterns. LOP: 14-1/4″ over steel shotgun buttplate. CONDITION: Metal finish is faded to mottled patina. Bores have light pitting. Wood has aged worn appearance with some heavy dents. Stock has cracks and small chips around top tang and trigger guard with long crack extending into butt from right side of buttplate. 50966-3 DS (2,200-3,200) – Lot 1094

1095
$0.00

PARKER LIFTER ACTION HAMMER SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

SN 8778. Cal. 10 ga. Plain twist bbls shortened to 26-1/2″. CYL & CYL bores. 2-7/8″ chambers. O grade T quality shotgun on no. 2 frame. Lifter action with dbl triggers and extractors. Key fastened steel tipped splinter forearm and straight hand stock of plain checkered walnut with name shield on wrist. LOP: 14-1/8″ over steel shotgun buttplate. CONDITION: Bbl finish is faded to dark patina. Pitted bores. Left bbl has deep unraised dent 4-1/2″ from muzzle. Action finish has faded to dark mottled patina. Stocks have dark worn appearance with scattered handling marks having small cracks behind locks. Action is loose on frame when forearm removed. 50755-2 DS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 1095

1096
$1,725.00

PARKER CONSECUTIVE NUMBERED PAIR LIFTER ACTION SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUNS.

SN 9987, 9988. Gun 1) Cal. 12 ga. O grade T quality shotgun. 30″ plain twist bbls. CYL & CYL bores. 2-5/8″ chambers. Lifter action with dbl triggers and extractors. Key fastened steel tipped splinter forearm with straight hand walnut stock having name shield at toeline. LOP: 14-1/8″ over steel shotgun buttplate. Gun 2) Cal. 12 ga. O grade T quality shotgun. 30″ bbls of plain twist. CYL & CYL bores. 2-5/8″ chambers. Lifter action with dbl triggers and extractors. Key fastened steel tipped splinter forearm with straight hand uncheckered walnut stock having name shield at toeline. LOP: 14-1/4″ over steel shotgun buttplate. CONDITION: Gun 1) Bbls have dark refinish with light contrast showing twist pattern. Bores have some light pitting. Action finish has faded to gray. Stocks have semi-gloss refinish with added coarse checkering. Gun 2) Bbls have overall gray color retaining small amount of faded brown finish with scattered spots of very light corrosion. Bores have light pitting. Action is loose on frame when forearm is removed. Action has traces of case colors in protected areas with balance fading to gray. Stocks have moderately worn finish showing numerous scratches and handling marks. 50606-13 DS (2,000-4,000) – Lot 1096

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1097
$0.00

PARKER S-QUALITY “O” GRADE LIFTER ACTION HAMMER SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

SN 5598. Cal. 12 ga. Rare 30″ plain steel bbls. CYL & CYL bores. 2-5/8″ chambers. Bottom of lug has quality engraved marking “S O”. Water table of right bbl marked “S”. Dbl triggers, extractors. Steel tipped key fastened splinter forearm and straight hand stock of uncheckered black walnut with name shield at wrist. LOP: 14″ over steel shotgun buttplate. CONDITION: Bbls retain over 50% orig blue with dull appearance showing substantial fading. Top of right bbl over chamber has series of small dents. Bores have light pitting. Action has faded to gray. Stocks have added varnish worn appearance showing scattered handling marks with deep gouges along toeline. 50606-6 DS (1,000-2,000) – Lot 1097

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1098
$0.00

PARKER LIFTER ACTION SIDE BY SIDE HAMMER SHOTGUN.

SN 4412. Cal. 12 ga. 30 bbl of Stub twist steel. CYL bores. 2-5/8″ chambers. Bbl and frame have grade marking “T”. Dbl triggers and extractors. Key fastened splinter forearm of checkered walnut with steel tip. Straight hand walnut stock with point pattern checkering having name shield at top of wrist. LOP: 13-5/8″ over steel shotgun butt. Accompanied by Parker Gun Collector’s Association letter identifying gun as “Quality O Hammer” and confirming additions specifications. Completion date is listed as September 23, 1874. CONDITION: Bbls retain over 50% Damascus pattern. Bores show scattered light pitting. Action has cleaned gray appearance. Stocks have worn appearance and checkering with numerous scratches and handling marks. 50606-5 DS (1,000-1,500) – Lot 1098

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1099
$1,782.50

PARKER HIGH GRADE LIFTER ACTION SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

SN 258. Cal. 10 ga. 30″ Damascus steel bbls. CYL & CYL bores. 2-3/4″ chambers. Water table marked “B” above engraving. Very early gun possibly before standardized grades with ornamentation similar to grade 3. Action has massive bolsters with raised fences. Engraving features shooter with gun on right lock, dead pigeon on box on left lock with fancy borders and scroll highlights. Dbl triggers, extractors. Key fastened, steel tipped walnut splinter forearm with nearly full coverage borderless checkering. Pistol grip stock with small horn grip cap of fancy walnut has borderless wraparound hand checkering. LOP: 13-3/4″ to checkered skeleton steel butt. Housed in leather covered case with green fitted interior. CONDITION: Metal finish has faded to mottled patina. Bores have scattered pitting. Forearm is refinish with recut checkering having chip along bbl channel. Refinished stock with recut checkering is broken at head with added wood repairs. Top tang appears to be reshaped with crack or added metal. Bbls slightly loose on frame when forearm is removed. Case is in overall poor condition with loose back panel and showing heavy inside wear. 50606-11 DS (1,500-2,500) – Lot 1099

1100
$1,035.00

PARKER GRADE 2 LIFTER ACTION SHOTGUN.

SN 12312. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbls, marked on top rib “PARKER BROS. MAKERS, MERIDEN CONN, DAMASCUS STEEL”. Single front bead. Bbl lug marked “02”. Grade 2 lifter action receiver with nice edge border engraving. Double triggers, external rebounding hammers. Uncapped round knob pistol grip, splinter forend with wedge. Widow’s peak steel buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″. DAC 2″. DAH 3″. CONDITION: About fine as fully professionally restored. Beautiful Damascus patterns on bbls & ribs with textured feel. Mirror bores. Receiver, lockplates, hammers & forend tip all beautifully colored with vivid hues. Balance of metal work with lustrous blue. Wood is nicely refinished with checkering sharp. Forend has been expertly repaired along left top edge. Checkering sharp. Minor handling marks & light crazing to small areas of finish. Gun is tight & operates nicely. 50606-2 TJW (1,250-2,250) – Lot 1100

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1101
$0.00

VERY RARE EARLY PARKER BACK ACTION LIFTER SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

SN 029. Cal. 12B ga. Decarbonized steel 28″ bbls. CYL & CYL bores. 2-1/2″ chambers. Rnd body lifter action with back action hammer locks, dbl triggers and extractors. Action has straight line border engraving. Early guns were known as “Dollar Grades” prior to standardization of features and grades since they could be ordered with any embellishment the customer was willing to pay for. Steel tipped key fastened splinter forearm with 2-diamond panel checkering. Straight grip stock of plain walnut with point pattern checkering. LOP: 14-1/4″ over steel shotgun buttplate. CONDITION: Bbl finish has faded to light patina with spots of corrosion. Lightly pitted bores. Action has gray appearance with areas of deep pitting. Wood has old refinish over numerous heavy handling marks. Forearm has small chips along bbl channels and at iron. Stock is chipped at toe. Bbl is loose on frame when forearm is removed. 50606-10 DS (1,000-1,500) – Lot 1101

1102
$0.00

PARKER T QUALITY TOP LEVER HAMMER SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

SN 75613. Cal. 16 ga. 30″ bbl of twist steel. FULL & MOD fixed chokes. 2-1/2″ chambers. Case colored action with double triggers and extractors. Steel tipped splinter forearm, pistol grip stock with hard rubber grip cap of checkered black walnut having name shield on top of wrist. LOP: 14-1/4″ over dog’s head buttplate. CONDITION: Bbls have dark refinish showing good Damascus pattern. Bores show some light pitting with left bore having slight ring visible on inside only approx 3″ forward of chamber. Stocks have added finish over dark worn appearance and scattered scratches, handling marks and gouges. 50606-9 DS (1,750-2,750) – Lot 1102

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1103
$0.00

PARKER T QUALITY TOP LEVER HAMMER SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

SN 69037. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ bbl of twist steel with FULL & FULL chokes. 2-5/8″ chambers. Right bbl has added silver steer head 13-1/2″ from breach. No. 2 frame. Case colored action with double triggers and extractors. Steel tipped splinter forearm and pistol grip stock with hard rubber grip cap of nicely grained black walnut with hand checkering. LOP: shortened to 13-1/4″ with refit buttplate. Accompanied by Parker Gun Collector’s Association letter confirming configuration and listing the following information: ordered by the Thorsen & Cassidy Co, Chicago IL on February 5, 1892 and shipped on June 30, 1892. CONDITION: Bbls retain 80% orig browned finish with wear and spots of freckling towards breech area. Bores have overall bright appearance with areas of very light pitting. Action retains some case colors on lock plates, hammers and in protected areas. Stocks have worn appearance and checkering with numerous scratches, dents and handling marks. Stock is cracked and repaired at toe. 50606-4 DS (1,250-2,250) – Lot 1103

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1104
$0.00

PARKER GRADE 1 TOP LEVER HAMMER SXS SHOTGUN TWO BARREL SET.

SN 52292. Cal. 10 ga. Bbls: 30″ laminated steel bbls with FULL & FULL chokes and 2nd set of 26″ bbls accompany this gun. 2-7/8″ chambers #2 frame. Top lever action having straight line border engraving with scroll accents. Dbl triggers and extractors. Steel tipped splinter forearm of checkered walnut. Checkered walnut stock has hard rubber grip cap and name shield at wrist. LOP: 14 1/8″ after market Ranger ventilated pad. Factory letter confirms this gun was ordered and delivered as an orig two bbl set. CONDITION: Metal finish has faded to even gray with small spots of light pitting. Bores show light pitting. Refinished stocks have partially visible checkering with scattered handling marks. Stock has repaired crack along extending from trigger guard into wrist with hairline crack behind right lock. 50606-12 DS (1,250-2,250) – Lot 1104

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1105
$0.00

RARE PARKER FOLSOM TRAP O GRADE T QUALITY TOP LEVER HAMMER SHOTGUN.

SN 46035. Cal. 10 ga. 30″ bbls of twist steel. CYL & CYL bores. 2-7/8″ chambers. Water table has grade marking “T”. Lifter action with dbl triggers and extractors having straight line border engraving. Steel tipped splinter forearm and pistol grip checkered walnut stock having hard rubber grip cap with name shield on wrist. LOP: 13-7/8″ to rare hard rubber buttplate with pigeon in circular medallion marked “The/Parker/Trap Gun”. CONDITION: Bbls have dark and gray refinish showing Damascus pattern. Bore have some light pitting. Action retains faint traces of case coloring with balance fading to gray. Forearm has heavy wear with some remaining checkering and spots of plastic wood fill. Stock has dark appearance with worn checkering and shows numerous scratches and handling marks. Bbls are slightly loose on frame when forearm is removed. 50606-7 DS (1,000-2,000) – Lot 1105

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1106
$7,187.50

*RARE FINE A H FOX OF PHILADELPHIA J GRADE SINGLE BARREL TRAP GUN.

SN 400106. Cal. 12ga. Chambers 2-3/4″, 30″ Chromox steel bbl, choke Full. J grade engraved ejector action, with generous, handsome scroll work. Standard trap fore-end. Sgl trigger, nicely figured buttstock with A. H. Fox marked capped pistol grip. 14-3/4″ to hard rubber buttplate. DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/4″. Accompanied by Fox historian Callahan letter dated Nov 2006, verifying configuration of gun. Shipped June 18, 1920 to E. K. Tryon Co of Philadelphia. No safety. CONDITION: Fine. Gun retains a high percentage of factory finishes. Bbl retains nearly all of orig blue with minor handling marks and rib appears sound. Bright shiny bore with no pitting. Receiver and top lever retain much of their original case colors, displaying period, blue, grey and putty hues. Trigger guard retains nearly all of its “fiery” factory blue. Wood is fine, sound and unaltered with sharp checkering, minor handling marks; oil finish. The buttstock is highly figured with fiddleback throughout. Correct ribbed buttplate. Fore-end iron has bright, bold case colors evident. Fore-end release retains full case color. Top lever right of center. Gun operates crisply, strong ejector. Fine screws. An unusually nice example of a fine and unmolested sgl bbl Fox trap gun. Existing Fox records indicate only 52 J-grades were produced with 30″ barrels. 50362-1 FTL (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1106

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1107
$2,530.00

*A.H. FOX J-GRADE SINGLE BARREL TRAP SHOTGUN.

SN 400382. Cal .12 ga. 32″ ventilated rib. 2-3/4″ chamber. Full choke. Twin beads. Engraved wedges at breech. Trap style forend with Anson & Deely release. Auto ejector. J-Grade engraved receiver and top lever with scrollwork. Single trigger. Capped pistol grip with A.H. Fox logo cap. Correct J-Grade style checkering on forend, cheek panels and grip of buttstock. Fitted with solid red period of use recoil pad. LOP 14-1/2″ over pad. DAC 1-3/8″. DAH 2″. No safety. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl retains nice amount of orig blue with wear at muzzle and scattered handling marks. Blue loss on underside of bbl from forend contact. Some minor spotting. Rib posts show evidence of being re-soldered to bbl. Right side of bbl has multiple spots of blue loss just below rib ahead of forend. Bright bore. Receiver and top lever show wonderful orig case color. Rear, sides and top of receiver retain most color while underside and forward portion of action going to silver. Engraving sharp. Trigger bow is silvering with patina. Wood retains much orig finish. Checkering is sharp and clean. Extremely minor grain checks in forend at juncture of forend wood. Typical minor light bumps and handling marks in wood. Pad has nicely aged appearance. Top lever right of center. Gun is tight, operates crisply. Ejector is strong. A nice unmolested single bbl trap gun. 50980-3 TJW (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 1107

1108
$2,587.50

*A.H. FOX J-GRADE SINGLE BARREL TRAP SHOTGUN.

SN 400217. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ bbl, ventilated rib, 2-3/4″ chamber, Full choke. Faux white Bradley front bead & mid-bead. J-Grade checkered forend. Auto ejector. Engraved receiver with “Fox” in banner on each side. Case colored receiver & trigger bow. Single trigger. Nicely grained walnut with uncapped pistol grip buttstock, checkered in J-Grade pattern. Black vented recoil pad. LOP 14-1/4″. DAC 1-1/4″. DAH 1-7/8″. CONDITION: Very good as partially refinished. Reapplied bbl blue is very nice with slight thinning at muzzle. Wear at forend attachment points. Some rib posts appear to have been reattached, showing traces of solder. Minor pitting under blue at breech. Mirror bore. Receiver, top lever, trigger bow & forend iron with nice amount of orig case color with wear on belly & grip tang. Nicely refinished stock & forend with sharp checkering, minor handling marks. Slightly loose with forend off. Top lever center. Ejector always kicks upon opening. 50994-12 TJW (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1108

1109
$5,750.00

*DESIRABLE A H FOX OF PHILADELPHIA CE GRADE 16 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 303168. Cal. 16ga. 2-5/8″ chambers, 28″ Chromox bbls and Full/Full chokes. Splinter forend with Anson & Deeley release. Ebony inlaid forend tip. Lovely CE engraved ejector action featuring game bird vignettes on receiver sides encased in medium foliate scroll. Bottom of receiver with engraved setter and scroll-work. Trigger bow and screws engraved. Wonderful honey colored walnut with tobacco color streaks and swirls with capped pistol grip and checkered side panels measuring 14-1/8″ LOP over hard rubber buttplate. DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/4″. Non-automatic safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very good as partially restored. Bbls retain virtually all reapplied finish. Sharp bbl address, markings and bbl wedge engraving. Bright shiny bores. Traces of case hardening in protected areas; balance a mellow silver patina. Engraving remains sharp. Nice screws. Properly restored wood with high gloss finish that accentuates the color and grain. Well executed, refreshed sharp checkering. Top lever right of center. Gun is tight, crisp mechanics. The gun has merit. 50595-7 TJW (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 1109

1110
$3,450.00

*A H FOX OF PHILADELPHIA CE GRADE 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 26051. Cal. 12ga. Chambers 2-3/4″. 26″ Chromox steel bbls with engraved breech wedges. Chokes IC/Mod. Sgl brass bead. Splinter type forend with black ebony inlay. Finely engraved ejector action with game birds and scroll on each side. Floorplate engraved with setter and scroll work. Dbl trigger bow and top lever engraved with scroll. Handsome American walnut stock, checkered in CE grade pattern. 13-3/4″ LOP over Fox ribbed buttplate. DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-3/4″. Automatic safety. CONDITION: Very nice, unmolested CE grade Fox. Bbls retain the majority of orig blue with crisp markings and minor handling mark with thinning at muzzles. Orig striking on bbl flats, typical C grade markings. Bores are bright, shiny and unpitted. Receiver engraving is sharp with orig color in protected areas. Stock and forend appear to be orig finish. Checkering is clean and pronounced. Top lever right of center. Shotgun is tight, functions nicely, ejectors are strong. A special example of an orig CE Grade Fox. 50769-1 TJW (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1110

1111
$3,450.00

*A.H. FOX CE GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 31672. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbls, engraving wedges at breeches. #4 WT. 2-3/4″ chambers, M/F chokes. Double ivory beads with plugged hole in rib approx 16″ from muzzle. Cocking lever and edges of bbl flats jeweled. Splinter forend with ebony tip. Auto ejectors. C grade engraved ejector receiver, left side with two quail, right side with two woodcock, Setter on belly of frame. Top lever, trigger bow and selected areas of receiver with scroll work. Double triggers. Nicely grained walnut with checkered cheeks, Fox marked capped pistol grip. Hard rubber buttplate. LOP 13-3/4″. DAC 1-1/2″. DAH 2-3/4″. Auto safety. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain a generous amount of orig blue with light wear at muzzles, thinning at breech end above forend. Mirror bores. Lovely orig color on receiver with wear on belly from carry. Nice screws. Trigger guard with majority of high polish blue. Stock & forend with light refinish, nicely done. All checkering sharp. Grip cap & buttplate excellent. Gun is tight, operates crisply. Strong ejectors. 50989-12 TJW (3,000-5,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 1111

1112
$3,450.00

*VERY EARLY A H FOX OF PHILADELPHIA AE GRADE 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 200105. Cal. 20ga. Chambers 2-3/4″, 28″ Chromox steel bbls, choke Mod/Full. Semi-beavertail forend. Early style A grade with fine line border and floorplate engraved ejector action. Dbl triggers. Straight grain American walnut semi-pistol grip stock measures 14-1/4″ over solid red pad. DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/2″. Non-automatic safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very nice early small bore with vibrant case color. Bbls retain most of what appears to be factory blue, with blue added along parts of bottom rib, maybe earlier repair. Bores are bright with evidence of very minor pitting. Sharp orig markings. Receiver and top lever retain majority of early orig case color. Trigger guard retains fine bright blue finish. Clean screws. Buttstock with nice finish, minor handling marks. Semi-beavertail forend, a non-factory replacement. Top lever right of center. Nice, tight Fox. Will make a delightful, lively field gun. 50595-11 TJW (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1112

1113
$3,335.00

*A.H. FOX AE GRADE 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 203125. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ bbls, 2-1/2″ chambers, M/F chokes. Twin ivory beads. Concave matted rib. Splinter forend. Auto ejectors. A grade ejector receiver with second generation foliate engraving. Double triggers. Capped pistol grip. Hard rubber buttplate with extra black spacer. LOP 14″. DAC 1-1/2″. DAH 1-5/8″. Glue on sponge rubber pad at comb. Auto safety. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Good. Bbls retain nearly all blue which is toning to plum color. Front bead chipped, center bead missing. Shallow minor dents in each bbl. Bright bores. Receiver has case colors in protected areas, most prevalent on top, balance patina. Bright orig blue on trigger guard with wear. Forend has repair to right front edge. Numerous handling marks. Checkering good on forend & buttstock. Buttstock with generous amount of orig varnish, scattered areas of flaking. Finish dulled around comb pad from adhesive. Buttplate is undersized. Gun is tight, operates crisply. Ejectors strong. 50989-15 TJW (2,500-3,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 1113

1114
$0.00

*A H FOX OF PHILADELPHIA AE GRADE 16 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 301879. Cal. 16ga. Chambers measure 2-3/4″, 26″ Chromox marked #4 weight bbls, metal capped white front bead, choked approx IC/Full. Splinter forend with Anson & Deeley release. 2nd generation style engraved AE ejector action. Dbl triggers. Straight grain American walnut, straight grip stock measuring 14-3/4″ over solid red recoil pad. DAC 1-1/2″ and DAH 2″. Non-automatic safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain most of their factory orig finish. Bright shiny bores. Sharp markings on bbls. Receiver has gone to bright silver with faint color in protected areas. Stock is a period of use replacement as is long tang 2-screw trigger guard. Satin oil finish on buttstock. Orig forend with finish added and hairline crack at bottom. Top lever is right of center. Gun is tight and functions nicely. A light, lively field gun. 50595-8 TJW (2,750-4,250) C&R – Lot 1114

1115
$1,840.00

*A.H. FOX AE GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 31431. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, MOD & Full chokes. #3 Weight bbls. Single metal bead, concave matted rib. Splinter forend. AE ejector receiver with foliate engraving. Double triggers. Capped pistol grip. Nicely grained walnut. Hard rubber buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″, DAC 1-5/8″, DAH 3″. Automatic safety. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain nearly all orig blue with slight thinning at breech. Bores are bright and unpitted. Receiver with deep orig case color in protected areas. Underside receiver patina from wear. Fine screws. Trigger bow blue with handling wear. Stock and forend excellent with slight wiped on finish added. Top lever right of center. Gun is tight, operates crisply, ejectors strong. 50953-1 TJW (2,000-3,500) C&R – Lot 1115

1116
$1,035.00

*A.H. FOX AE GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 32726. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, IC/M chokes. Twin beads. Concave matted rib. Splinter forend with straight shape at tip, may have been trimmed. Auto ejectors. A grade ejector receiver with foliate engraving. Double triggers. Round knob pistol grip. Black Kick-eez pad. Glue on sponge rubber pad at comb. LOP 14-1/2″. DAC 1-3/8″. DAH 2-3/4″. Auto safety. CONDITION: Good. Bbls retain a majority of reapplied blue with thinning at muzzles. Mirror bores. Receiver has gone silver. Trigger bow reblued. Stock & forend with a gloss refinish. Checkering sharp. Top lever right. Gun is tight, crisp mechanics. Strong ejectors. 50989-18 TJW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1116

1117
$1,955.00

*RARE A H FOX OF PHILADELPHIA EARLY A GRADE 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 12335. Cal. 12ga. Chambers 2-3/4″, 30″ Krupp steel bbls with not often seen factory high lustre bbl blue. Chokes Mod/Full, standard metal front bead and wide concave matted rib. Splinter forend with Anson & Deeley release. 1st generation engraved A grade non-ejector action features light border engraving and flourishes on action body and top lever. Dbl triggers. Early style long bow trigger guard. Nicely figured American walnut semi-pistol grip stock measures 14-1/8″ to hard rubber buttplate. DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-3/4″. Automatic safety. CONDITION: Unusually fine. Bbls retains most of their orig factory finish with some thinning at carry points and high edges of muzzles. Sharp crisp markings. Receiver retains a high percentage of early orig factory case color, vibrant in protected areas. Engraving remains sharp. Blue is thinning on trigger bow. Stock appears to have period of use light finish added which does not detract from overall appearance. Clean, orig checkering remains. Top lever right of center. Gun is tight and crisp. Fine screws. An unusually nice example of an early A grade Fox. 50530-3 TJW (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 1117

1118
$4,025.00

*INVESTMENT QUALITY A H FOX STERLINGWORTH OF PHILADELPHIA 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 251205. Cal. 20ga. 2-5/8″ chambers, 28″ standard marked bbls, choked approx Mod/Full, splinter forend. Standard engraved Sterlingworth non-ejector action, dbl triggers and straight grain American walnut. Capped pistol grip stock measures 14″ to correct hard rubber buttplate. DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-7/8″. Automatic safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very fine. Gun retains what appears to be virtually all of its factory finishes, including vibrant case color on frame, correct blue finish on bbls and trigger bow. Sharp Sterlingworth engraving. Untouched screws. Top lever right of center. Bright bores. Orig file marks on bbl breech faces. Crisp markings. Wood retains wonderful finish with minor handling marks. Flat top checkering. Mechanics are tight and crisp. One heck of a gun! 50595-17 TJW (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1118

1119
$1,955.00

*EXCEPTIONALLY NICE A H FOX STERLINGWORTH OF PHILADELPHIA 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 114508. Cal. 12ga. Chambers 2-3/4″, 30″ 2-wt bbls with standard Sterlingworth markings. Metal front bead. MOD/FULL chokes. Standard splinter snap-on forend. Sterlingworth engraved extractor receiver. Dbl triggers. Capped pistol grip stock. 14″ LOP to ribbed buttplate. DAC 1-3/4″, DAH 2-3/4″. Automatic safety. CONDITION: This Sterlingworth is a real survivor. Bbls retain a majority of their factory blue with slight thinning in carry areas. Orig file striking on faces of bbl breeches. Small areas of minor pitting above forend on right bbl and right breech. Bores are bright, shiny and unpitted. Crisp markings on tops of bbls and # “2” struck on underside of each bbl tube. Sterlingworth receiver retains nearly all orig bold factory color with slight oxidation on the right breech ball. Stock and forend in plain grain walnut with very distinct checkering. Orig varnish with minor handling marks. Top lever right of center. Gun is extremely tight and operates crisply. Screws untouched. This is an investment grade collector quality Sterlingworth. 50736-1 TJW (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1119

1120
$345.00

*A H FOX OF PHILADELPHIA STERLINGWORTH, 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 68630. Cal. 12ga. 2-3/4″ chambers, 28″ standard marked bbls, choked about Mod/Mod. Splinter forend. Standard engraved Sterlingworth non-ejector action, dbl triggers. Straight grain American walnut capped pistol grip stock measures 13-7/8″ to a hard rubber buttplate. DAC 2″ DAH 3″. Automatic safety. CONDITION: Very good as restored. Bbls retain virtually all re-blued finish. Bright shiny bores. Receiver and top lever treated to new case color. Trigger guard retains fully restored finish. Slightly loose when closed with forearm off. Wood retains most of reapplied finish. Would make a nice gun for the field. 50530-2 TJW (500-750) C&R – Lot 1120

1121
$3,162.50

*RARE EARLY A H FOX B GRADE EJECTOR 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 15974. Cal. 12ga. Chambers measure 2-3/4″. 30″ Krupp marked bbls with wide matted rib, choked Full/Full, sgl steel front bead, splinter forend with Anson & Deeley release. Early style B grade engraving featuring sgl game birds encased in fine scroll work on action sides. Fine scroll work on body borders, trigger guard and top lever. Early style ejectors. Dbl triggers. Gorgeous dark streaked walnut with handsome figure, semi-pistol grip, checkered side panel, measures 14-1/2″ LOP over solid red rubber pad. DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/4″. Automatic safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Fine as partially restored. Bbls retain most of what appears to be it’s orig factory finish. Bbl markings and engraving are crisp. Action retains areas of visible case hardening, vibrant in protected areas and thinning on contact points. Engraving remains clean. Screw heads in fine shape. Trigger bow retains a majority of it’s orig high lustre blue finish. Top lever right of center. Wonderfully restored wood finish with sharp correct B grade style checkering pattern on both stock and forend. Slightly evident two professionally repaired hairline cracks at back of forend. Ejectors strong and in time. This gun is tight and opens and closes like a vault in Fox fashion. This is an early one shipped September 1910. 50595-6 TJW (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1121

1122
$6,900.00

*SPECTACULAR L.C. SMITH PRE-1913 GRADE 5E 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 206605. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, IMP/MOD & IMP/MOD chokes. Single front bead, concave matted rib marked “MADE TO ORDER BY THE HUNTER ARMS CO FULTON, NY”. Gold inlaid rib, highly engraved rib extension. Wedding band engraving at both muzzles. Engraved wedges at bbl breeches. Jeweled bbl flats. Clear bbl steel markings on underside. Splinter forend with banjo style release. Forend iron and release both nicely engraved. Ebony wedge at forend tip. Automatic ejectors. Fantastic Grade 5 engraved ejector receiver with nearly full engraving coverage. Left and right sideplates have two dogs in hunting scene vignettes in oval with balance of sideplates covered with rosette and scroll. Breech balls and receiver sides, top and bottom treated to generous scroll and rosette engraving. Top lever and trigger bow heavily engraved. Single selective Hunter One Trigger. Highly figured straight grip buttstock with bold grain and figure. Red solid “Noshoc” pad. LOP 13-5/8″, DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/2″. Non-automatic safety. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbl finish shows blue turning to brown patina with major thinning at carry area above forend. Bbls are undented and undinged. Bores are bright and unpitted. Receiver engraving is very sharp with slight traces of orig color in very protected areas around breech balls. Balance of receiver is toned to a pleasant silver with traces of color on bottom. Long tang trigger bow retains a pleasing amount of orig blue with typical handling and wear marks. Screws are fine with minor markings. Buttstock and forend exhibit fine wood to metal fit with no evidence of cracking. Checkering has been professionally recut and wood finish has been properly enhanced. Top lever right of center. Gun is tight and operates crisply. Ejectors strong. An absolutely wonderful high grade Smith gun. 50534-1 TJW (5,500-9,500) C&R – Lot 1122

1123
$3,162.50

*L.C. SMITH PRE-1913 PIGEON GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 6628. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ nitro-steel bbls. 2-3/4″ chambers. F/F chokes. Twin beads. Matted rib engraved “HUNTER ARMS CO. MAKERS, FULTON, N.Y.”. Gold band in rib, pigeon engraved on rib extension. Splinter forend with ebony tip and banjo release. Automatic ejectors. Trap Grade engraved receiver. Left lockplate decorated with walking pigeon and touches of scroll work. Right lockplate engraved with flighted grouse and touches of scroll. Balance of receiver treated to areas of scroll as is top lever and long tang trigger bow. Double triggers. Straight grip stock. Brown solid recoil pad. LOP 14-1/4″ over pad. DAC 1-5/8″. DAH 2-1/2″. Automatic safety. CONDITION: Very good. Barrels retain orig blue with much thinning and areas of patina, especially above forend region and at muzzles and breeches. Bright bores. Receiver shows orig case color strongest in protected areas. Faded color slightly evident on areas of lockplates and bottom of receiver. Trigger bow with nice blue on bow and heavily worn in grip area from use. Forend is sound with thin finish and worn checkering. Buttstock is sound, fits nicely. Checkering is worn on grip. Very tight hairline grain checks behind lockplates. Overall wood finish is good, no doubt with light, hand rubbed oil added over the years. Top lever right of center. Gun is tight and operates crisply. Strong ejectors. 50980-7 TJW (3,000-4,500) C&R – Lot 1123

1124
$920.00

*L.C. SMITH PRE-1913 GRADE 3E EJECTOR 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 205297. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, IC & Full chokes. Twin beads, concave matted rib. Splinter forend with banjo style release. Grade 3 ejector receiver. Left sideplate engraved with two quail vignette. Right sideplate engraved with ducks on marsh. Scroll engraving in assorted areas on balance of frame. Hunter One Trigger. Capped pistol grip with standard checkering. 1-1/8″ black plastic butt extension to solid red pad. LOP 15″ over extension and pad, DAC 1-7/8″, DAH 3-1/4″. Non-automatic safety. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain nearly all rich reapplied blue. Bbl markings crisp. Bbls are undinged. Bores are clean and bright. Receiver and top lever have returned to its silver color, engraving is clean and sharp. Screws slightly marred. Trigger bow has traces of orig blue. Stock and forend finish has been freshened. Top lever right of center. Gun is tight and functions crisply. Ejectors are strong. Early gun which has survived the years well. 50530-1 TJW (1,250-1,750) C&R – Lot 1124

1125
$0.00

*SPECTACULAR L.C. SMITH CROWN GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN RE102792. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ bbls with ventilated rib. 2-7/8″ chambers, so marked on right bbl flat. F/F chokes. Twin beads. Wedding band engraving at muzzles. Right bbl engraved at top “L.C. SMITH CROWN GRADE”. Left bbl engraved at top “MADE TO ORDER BY THE HUNTER ARMS CO. INC. FULTON, N.Y.”. Matted ventilated rib with engraved rib area at breech. Barrel wedge engraving at breech end. Jeweling on bbl breech faces and bbl flats. Crown Grade receiver elegantly engraved with much foliate scroll on sides, top and bottom. Both side plates engraved with oval vignette of two hunting dogs afield with stippled background surrounded by foliate engraving. Top lever engraved with scroll and crown inlaid with gold. Trigger bow engraved with foliate scrollwork and chain borders at edge. Hunter One Trigger. Gun is fitted with select fancy figured walnut with bold contrasts in color and grain in buttstock. Beavertail forend with banjo type forend release. Forend iron is nicely engraved with scroll and chain borders. Monte Carlo, capped pistol grip buttstock with White Line Junior ventilated recoil pad. LOP 14-3/8″ over pad. DAC 1-1/2″. DAH 1-3/4″. No safety. CONDITION: Barrels retain most of deep blue finish with slight browning tone. Wear at muzzles and slight thinning at breeches. Normal silvering on undersides of bbls at forend contact points. Bores are bright. Receiver retains a generous amount of lovely case color, strongest on rear sides and top. Color thinning on forward section of belly and front receiver sides from carry. Miniscule nick at juncture of receiver and side plate on left side. Top lever shows nice color. Rear of top tang silvered from handling. Trigger bow retains majority of its high polished blue with some thinning and flaking. Left side plate screw, and tang screws slightly marred. Nice forend finish with sharp clean checkering. Buttstock shows professional refinish and checkering enhancement. Slight difference in color and tone of wood pieces. Minor handling marks. Top lever right of center. Gun is tight, operates crisply. Ejectors are strong. 50966-6 TJW (7,500-12,500) C&R – Lot 1125

1126
$5,175.00

*RARE L.C. SMITH CROWN GRADE SINGLE BARREL TRAP GUN.

SN S115083.C. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ bbl, ventilated rib, 2-3/4″ chamber, Full choke. Twin beads. Wedding band engraving at muzzle, engraved wedges at breech. Bbl engraved “L.C. SMITH CROWN TRAP” on right side, “MADE TO ORDER BY THE HUNTER ARMS CO INC FULTON NY” on left side. Trap style beavertail forend with schnable tip, blued banjo release, forend iron case colored. Auto ejector. Crown Grade fully engraved receiver with vignette left side of two dog hunting scene & right side with oval vignette of two Pointers. Gold inlaid crown on top lever. Long tang trigger bow nicely engraved. Gun is mounted in nicely grained walnut. Checkered straight grip Monte Carlo buttstock with checkered cheeks. Reproduction Hawkins red vented pad. LOP 14-1/2″ over pad. DAC 1-3/8″. DAH 1-5/8″. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl with nicely aged blue with wear at muzzle, breech & forend attachment points. Light pitting under blue. Mirror bore. Receiver & top lever with above average amounts of orig case color with typical wear, mostly on belly & high sides of receiver. Blued trigger guard lightly dented & wavy where trigger joins tang. Nice wood finish which has been enhanced. Sharp checkering with scattered dents. Top lever slightly right. Gun is tight with crisp mechanics. Strong ejector. 50994-13 TJW (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1126

1127
$0.00

*RARE AND DESIRABLE L.C. SMITH TRAP GRADE 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN FACTORY TWO BARREL SET.

SN RE127418. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ bbls, single front bead, concave matted rib. 2-3/4″ chambers, Full & Full chokes. Second set – 28″ bbls, single front bead, concave matted rib. CYL & MOD chokes. Both sets of bbls marked “TRAP GRADE” and have matching splinter forends with banjo type releases. Trap grade ejector, receiver with trap shooting scene on left lockplate and hunting scene on right lockplate. Single Miller trigger. Capped pistol grip Monte Carlo style buttstock. Hard rubber buttplate 1/2″ thick, marked “THE L.C. SMITH TRAP GUN”. LOP 13-5/8″ from single trigger in rear position, DAC 1″, DAH 2″. 3-position safety. Accompanied by factory letter which describes the gun being orig ordered with both sets of bbls. It was finished on December 13, 1929. According to the records, only 34 Trap Grades were shipped with a second set of factory bbls. PROVENANCE: The L.C. Smith Collection of Gerald Basham. CONDITION: Excellent. This rare factory two barrel set has remained in very nice mostly orig condition. 32″ bbls retain most of orig blue which is thinning in spots, no dings or dents. Bores are bright and unpitted. 28″ bbls retain majority of blue, thinning at muzzles, assorted handling marks from use, thinning slightly at breeches. Once again 2nd bbls are undented and bores are bright and unpitted. Each set of bbls has its correct matching forend, second forend marked “2” on underside. Receiver is nice, areas of color in protected areas. Slight areas of oxidation on breech balls. Engraving is sharp. Screws are very clean. Trigger bow retains most of its orig bright blue. Both forends and buttstock remain in very nice condition with assorted minor handling marks from use. May have at one time had finish added. All checkering is prominent. All wood is sound, fits nicely and with no typical cracks. This gun is tight and functions crisply, ejectors are strong. Top lever is to the right. This rare gun is a real survivor which remains in very nice condition. 50492-1 TJW (4,000-7,000) C&R – Lot 1127

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1128
$3,450.00

*L.C. SMITH TRAP GRADE FEATHERWEIGHT 16 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN FWE45403. Cal. 16 ga. 30″ bbls. 2-9/16″ chambers. F/F Chokes. Single bead sight. Concave matted rib. Splinter forend with banjo release. Automatic ejectors. Trap Grade engraved ejector featherweight receiver. Trap squad shooting scene on left sideplate. Right sideplate with hunting scene.Touches of scroll on receiver sides, top and bottom. Scroll embellished top lever and trigger bow. Double triggers. Capped pistol grip. Hard rubber buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″. DAC 1-3/4″. DAH 2-7/8″. 3-Postion safety. CONDITION: Good plus. Barrels retain large percentage of blue with light wear at muzzles. Blue loss on left bbl approx 4″ from muzzle with tiny marks in metal. Minor scattered dings on edges of top rib. Bright shiny bores. Receiver is treated to much deeply toned case color showing nice blues, putty and magenta hues. Most color loss at front bottom and forward sides of receiver from carry. Top lever nicely colored. Trigger bow with high polished blue with minor flaking loss at rear tang. Buttstock and forend are sound and in nice condition showing areas of orig finish. May have had light, wiped on finish added over the years. Small scar on left side of forend. Has repaired crack on right side of forend at rear, small chip bottom. Buttstock is very nice with areas of original varnish, finish may have been refreshed from grip rearward. Grip cap and buttplate excellent. Top lever at center. Gun is tight, operates crisply. Ejectors strong. 50980-6 TJW (3,500-5,250) C&R – Lot 1128

1129
$1,035.00

*L.C. SMITH TRAP GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN FWE24055. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, IC & Full chokes. Single metal bead, matted rib. Splinter forend. Trap Grade featherweight ejector receiver. Left lockplate engraved with trap shooters on line. Right lockplate engraved with hunting scene. Hunter One Selective Trigger. Capped pistol grip. Replacement “Noshoc” solid red pad. LOP 13-5/8″, DAC 1-5/8″, DAH 2-3/4″. Non-automatic safety. CONDITION: Good. Good bbl blue. Silver patch left bbl above forend. Bright bores with light frosting. Receiver silvered, sharp engraving. Traces of blue on trigger guard. Stock and forend refinished. Checkering recut. Evidence of professionally repaired cracks both sides of top tang. Top lever right. Gun is tight, operates crisp, strong ejectors. 50920-3 TJW (1,200-2,000) C&R – Lot 1129

1130
$6,612.50

*L.C. SMITH SKEET SPECIAL GRADE 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN WITH OPTIONS.

SN FWE138533. Cal. 20 ga. Unusual factory 27″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, IC & CYL chokes. Automatic ejectors. Twin ivory beads, concave matted rib. Beavertail forend. Featherweight Ejector Skeet Special receiver. Left lockplate engraved with bird and skeet target. Right lockplate engraved with grouse in flight. Hunter One Trigger. Straight grip on a nicely figured piece of walnut. Checkered butt. LOP 14-3/8″, DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/4″. Non-automatic safety. Accompanied by factory letter that shows it is a Special Skeet grade with 27″ bbls. Finished on June 6, 1934. It was ordered with automatic ejectors, Hunter One Trigger and beavertail forend. Only 3 were made with this exact configuration. PROVENANCE: The L.C. Smith Collection of Gerald Basham. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine. This gun remains in excellent factory condition. Bbls retain most of their orig blue with light handling marks. Minor abrasion on left side of top rib 6″ back from muzzle. Bbls undented, undinged with bright unpitted bores. Receiver has maintained a large degree of orig case color which is faded yet strongly evident. Screws are fine. Long tang trigger bow still retains a majority of faded blue. Walnut buttstock has nice contrasting grain and is tight and uncracked. Both forend and buttstock show very nice sharp checkering and wood retains nearly all finish. Minor handling marks. Checkered butt remains clean. This gun is tight and functions crisply, ejectors are strong. A super example of a highly optioned L.C. Smith Skeet Special in 20 gauge! 50492-3 TJW (2,750-4,250) C&R; IVORY – Lot 1130

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1131
$2,587.50

*LATE PRODUCTION L.C. SMITH PREMIER SKEET EJECTOR 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN WITH OPTIONS.

SN FWS54449. Cal. 12 ga. 26″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, Skeet & Skeet chokes. Twin beads, raised matted rib. Beavertail forend. Premier Skeet engraved featherweight ejector receiver. Left lockplate engraved with flying bird. Right lockplate engraved with clay pigeon. Selective Hunter One Trigger. Nicely grained straight grip stock with some flame figure. Checkered butt. LOP 14-1/8″, DAC 1-3/8″, DAH 2-3/8″. Automatic safety. Accompanied by a copy of a Wm Brophy signed L.C. Smith letter which describes this gun as configured. Shipped 9/21/1949. Also accompanying this gun is hang tag showing options as described. One of the last 200 guns to come off of the assembly line – perhaps “the last”. PROVENANCE: The L.C. Smith Collection of Gerald Basham. CONDITION: Fine. Gun retains nearly all blue on bbls. Bbl are undinged and undented. Bright unpitted bores. Receiver has vivid case color in protected areas, excellent screws. Trigger bow retains nearly all blue. Checkering on stock and forend is clean and sharp. Wood may have had light rubbed-on finish added. Minor handling marks. Top lever slightly left of center. 50492-6 TJW (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 1131

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1132
$3,000.00

*L.C. SMITH PIGEON GRADE TWO-BARREL SET SXS SHOTGUN.

SN 201295. Cal. 12 ga. Bbl #1: 30″ fluid steel with gold bar with engraved pigeon on rib. MOD & FULL chokes. Chambers are lengthened to 2-3/4″. Bbl #2: 30″ Damascus steel with pigeon engraved on top, gold inlaid bar is missing. CYL & IMP-CYL chokes. Chambers are 2-3/4″. Case colored sidelock action with hand engraving featuring pigeons on lockplates surrounded by arabesque scroll and straight line borders. Trigger guard bow has owner name “J.D.L. Hartman”. Dbl triggers with auto ejectors. Both sets of bbls have individual splinter forearm of checkered walnut with ebony inlaid tips. Half pistol grip stock of checkered fancy thin shell walnut. LOP: 14″ over crushed and age hardened Noshoc pad. leather covered 2-bbl case with accessory compartment in lid. Inside of lid marked with owner name “J.D.L. Hartman”. Accessory compartment contains second forearm with leather covered Heike’s hand protector, cleaning rod, brushes, patch jags, Tomlinson gun cleaner, Ideal gun cleaner and shaving brush. CONDITION: Bbl #1 retains 70% dull fading orig blue and have good bores. Right bbl has unraised dent 8-1/2″ from muzzle. Bbl #2 has faded browned finish still showing Damascus pattern. Bores are generally bright some very light pitting. Left bbl has evidence of raised dent 14-1/8″ from muzzle. Ejectors are out of time and not functioning. Both forearms have aged darken appearance with worn checkering. Refinished stock has worn checkering showing numerous scratches and handling marks with small crack extending from right lock. 51048-1 DS (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1132

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1133
$0.00

*L.C. SMITH PRE-1913 PIGEON GRADE 12 GAUGE EJECTOR SHOTGUN.

SN 213564. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, Mod & Full chokes. Single front beads, concave matted rib marked “HUNTER ARMS CO MAKERS FULTON NY”. Gold band inlaid in rib, pigeon vignette engraved on rib extension. Splinter forend with banjo release with ebony wedge at tip. Pigeon Grade ejector receiver. Left lockplate engraved with pigeon in flight scene with scroll. Right lockplate engraved with pigeon in flight scene with scroll. Moderate scroll work on bottom and top of receiver. Double triggers. Straight grip walnut stock showing some nice figure and grain. Replacement solid red recoil pad. LOP 13-1/2″ over solid pad, DAC 1-5/8″, DAH 2-1/2″. Non-automatic safety. PROVENANCE: The L.C. Smith Collection of Gerald Basham. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls have restored blue. Markings are sharp. Minor ding left bbl, minor ding right bbl, barely visible from inside. Minor handling marks and thinning blues at breeches. Top rib edges have been scraped for 1″ section about 12″ from breech. Bores are bright and unpitted. Receiver has gone to silver, engraving is sharp and crisp. Screws slightly marred. Trigger bow retains all of reapplied finish. Stock and forend fit nicely. Checkering clean and sharp. Wood finish has been enhanced, shows very minor handling marks in wood. Gun is tight and operates crisply. Ejectors are strong. Very nice example of an early L.C. Smith Pigeon gun. 50492-5 TJW (2,750-4,250) C&R – Lot 1133

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1134
$2,700.00

*L.C. SMITH SPECIALTY GRADE SHOTGUN WITH 32″ BARRELS AND VENTILATED RIB.

SN RE 90362. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, IM/F chokes, ventilated rib. Faux twin beads. Bbls engraved on left side at breech “Geo. R. Dillon”. Schnable beavertail forend. Auto ejectors. Specialty grade ejector receiver with two quail on left sideplate, flying duck on right sideplate. Hunter One Trigger. Nice buttstock with nice grain & flame figure. Capped pistol grip. Red solid Kick-eez pad. LOP 14″. DAC 1-1/2″. DAH 1-3/4″. Non-auto safety. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls with nicely reapplied blue. Mirror bores. Receiver with nice orig case color primarily in protected areas. Blue trigger guard silvering at grip. Stock & forend finish excellent, lightly enhanced. Sharp checkering. Top lever at center. Gun is tight, operates crisply. Ejectors strong. 50994-18 TJW (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1134

1135
$3,162.50

*FANTASTIC 32″ VENTILATED RIB L.C. SMITH SPECIALTY GRADE EJECTOR 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN RE94583. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ bbls, ventilated rib, twin beads. 2-3/4″ chambers, Full & Full chokes. Beavertail forend with banjo release. Automatic ejectors, Specialty Grade ejector receiver. Left lockplate engraved with pair of quail in cover. Right lockplate engraved with duck flying over marsh. Scroll engraving top and bottom areas of receiver. Hunter One Selective Trigger. Nicely grained walnut stock with capped pistol grip. LOP 14-1/4″, DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/8″. Hard rubber buttplate. Non-automatic safety. Accompanied by factory letter which describes this gun as configured with all of the options available in 1927. Gun was finished March 3, 1927. PROVENANCE: The L.C. Smith Collection of Gerald Basham. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain nearly all of their blue, very minor handling marks. One small abrasion on underside of left bbl, hardly noticeable. Bbls are undinged and undented. Bright unpitted bores. Receiver retains a generous amount of fading orig color. Engraving is sharp. Fine screws. Trigger bow has nearly all orig blue. Stock and forend remain in wonderful condition with sharp checkering and strong finish. Top lever right of center. Gun is tight and operates crisply. Strong ejectors. Very unique long bbl fully optioned Specialty Grade which will excite. 50492-2 TJW (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 1135

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1136
$2,760.00

*L.C. SMITH SPECIALTY GRADE FEATHERWEIGHT SHOTGUN.

SN FWE78956. Cal. 12 ga. 26″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, IC & Mod chokes. Single metal bead, concave matted rib. Splinter forend. Specialty Grade featherweight ejector receiver. Left lockplate quail game scene. Right lockplate flying duck game scene. Foliate engraving selected areas. Double triggers. Capped pistol grip. Period of use solid red pad. LOP 14″, DAC 1-5/8″, DAH 2-1/2″. Automatic safety. PROVENANCE: Accompanied by L.C. Smith Collectors Association Letter. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain majority of bright blue, light wear at muzzles and breech. Breech faces show nice jeweling. Bores are bright and unpitted. Receiver with strong orig color with fading on bottom from carrying. Bright blue on trigger bow with some handling marks. Crisp screws. Stock and forend show oil rubbed refinish, some open grain on buttstock. Checkering sharp. Top lever right. Gun is tight, operates crisply, ejectors strong. A very handsome Specialty Grade. 50920-1 TJW (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 1136

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1137
$1,725.00

*L.C. SMITH SPECIALTY GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN RE14982. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, IC/IM chokes. Wide concave matted rib. Single bead. Splinter forend with banjo release and ebony tip. Auto ejectors. Ideal grade engraved ejector receiver. Left lockplate with two quail, right lockplate with flighted duck, all surrounded with foliate scroll. Hunter One Trigger. Capped pistol grip. Thin brown solid recoil pad. LOP 14-1/4″ over pad. DAC 1-1/2″. DAH 2-3/8″. Non-auto safety. CONDITION: Good as professionally refinished. Bbls nicely reblued with minor handling marks. Mirror bores. Receiver treated to nicely reapplied deep case color with loss at sharp edges, sharp engraving. Trigger guard blue with minor flaking. Forend & buttstock with gloss refinish, checkering prominent. Area of repair directly behind top tang which is lifting. Top lever right. Gun is tight, operates crisply. Ejectors strong. 50989-16 TJW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1137

1138
$8,625.00

*CHOICE LATE POST WAR L.C. SMITH 20 GAUGE IDEAL GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN S48933. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, Mod & Full chokes. Double bead sights. Raised matted rib. Beavertail forend. Foliate engraved Ideal Grade non-ejector feather weight receiver. Double triggers. Capped pistol grip. LOP 14-1/4″, DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/2″. Hard rubber buttplate. Automatic safety. This gun is accompanied by an orig hang tag showing configuration by SN and proof testing. Factory records show finish date 9/26/1949. PROVENANCE: Consignor affidavit stating gun was purchased from unsold L.C. Smith stock at Marlin after the buyout. Copy of Cody Firearms Record for this gun. CONDITION: As new, retains nearly all of its factory finishes. Bbls retain nearly all finish, with no dings or dents. Bright shiny bores. Bbls ring like chimes. Receiver and top lever are fully case colored and show virtually no wear. Screws are untouched. Trigger bow has all its bright blue. Stock and forend fit perfectly and show no cracks. Checkering fine and sharp. One small bruise in checkering left side of forend. Very minor handling marks in buttstock. Retains nearly all finish. Gun is tight and operates crisply. A striking 20 gauge Ideal Grade with factory options and hang tag. 50543-1 TJW (7,500-12,500) C&R – Lot 1138

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1139
$3,737.50

*BEAUTIFULLY RECONDITIONED L.C. SMITH IDEAL GRADE 20 GAUGE EJECTOR SHOTGUN WITH STUNNING WOOD.

SN FWE49769. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ bbls, 2-1/2″ chambers, IC & CYL chokes. Single front bead, concave matted rib. Underside of bbls marked “LONDON STEEL”. Splinter forend with banjo release. Beautiful foliate engraved Ideal Grade ejector Light weight receiver. Double triggers. Highly figured capped pistol grip with lovely marble grain. Hard rubber buttplate. LOP 14-3/4″, DAC 1-1/4″, DAH 2″. Automatic safety. Mfg 1922. CONDITION: Gun in “like new” condition since full professional restoration. Bbls retain all deep blued finish. All markings are crisp. No dings or dents. Bores clean and bright. Bbls ring true. Receiver and top lever have vivid color case hardening and show no wear. Trigger bow shows as new. Buttstock fits perfectly all around. Checkering expertly recut, sharp and correct. Top lever right of center. Operates crisply. Lovely eye-catching small bore ejector Ideal Grade with fantastic dimensions. 50545-1 TJW (3,250-5,250) C&R – Lot 1139

1140
$1,725.00

*HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION L.C. SMITH IDEAL GRADE 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN R47190. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ London steel bbls. 2-3/4″ chambers. Choked mod/full. Full length matted rib with twin ivory beads. Regular frame size. Dbl triggers, extractors, automatic 3-position safety. Capped full pistol grip checkered in 2-point pattern with 14-3/16″ LOP over serrated lined hard rubber buttplate. Splinter forearm with banjo roll type release with ebony horn tip is checkered in 3-point pattern. Engraved in standard floral and leaf pattern with zig zag border and marked “L.C. Smith” on both sides. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 8oz. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine. Bbls retain 95-99% original toned blue finish. Buttstock and forearm are extremely fine and retain most of their original finish with a couple light minor handling marks. Receiver retains 90-95% bright original case colors, starting to tone on bottom with hints of silver. Trigger guard retains 75-80% original blue as does forearm iron. Brilliant shiny bores. Crisp mechanics, very lightly used. An excellent benchmark L.C. Smith. 49816-1 JSL15 (3,000-5,000) IVORY – Lot 1140

1141
$1,725.00

*L.C. SMITH IDEAL GRADE EJECTOR SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

SN FW42520. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ London steel bbls. IC & MOD chokes. Chambers are opened to 2-3/4″ with lengthened forcing cones. Case colored sidelock action with open floral pattern engraving. Dbl triggers. Ebony tipped splinter forearm with capped pistol grip stock of black walnut with hand checkering. LOP: 13-3/4″ over orig buttplate. CONDITION: Bbls have lightly faded blue with scratches and spots of wear. Action has lightly visible case colors fading to silvery gray patina in carry areas. Stocks have semi gloss refinish with freshened checkering. Forearm has crack extending from tip to checkering with nail-type attempted repair. 50973-23 DS (2,000-2,750) C&R – Lot 1141

1142
$2,875.00

*VERY HANDSOME L.C. SMITH IDEAL GRADE 16 GAUGE EJECTOR SHOTGUN.

SN 202981. Cal. 16 ga. 26″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, IC & Full chokes. Double beads. Raised matted rib. Underside of bbls marked “LONDON STEEL”. Splinter forend. Foliate engraved Ideal Grade light weight ejector receiver. Double triggers. Highly figured buttstock with capped pistol grip. Hard rubber buttplate. LOP 14″, DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-3/4″. Automatic safety. PROVENANCE: Accompanied by L.C. Smith Collectors Association Letter. CONDITION: Bbls retain nearly all of their deep blue finish. Blue thinning at muzzle, minor handling marks. No dings or dents. Bores clean and unpitted. Receiver retains generous case color, some vivid in protected areas. Underside faded from carry wear. Screws are crisp. Trigger bow retains great blue with silvering on tang. Stock and forend have had finish added, shows no cracks, very nice fit. Checkering is prominent. This gun is tight, operates crisply, ejectors are strong. Top lever right of center. A very nice example of a 16 gauge Ideal Grade with eye-catching wood. 50920-2 TJW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1142

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1142A
$7,475.00

*LATE PRODUCTION POST-WAR L.C. SMITH FIELD GRADE LIGHTWEIGHT SHOTGUN.

SN FWS56304. Cal. 410 ga. 28″ bbls. 3″ chambers. F/F chokes. Single sighting plane solid rib. Single bead. Splinter snap on forend. Extractors. Field grade lightweight non ejector receiver. Double triggers. Capped checkered pistol grip. Hard rubber buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″. DAC 1-3/8″. DAH 2-3/8″. Automatic safety. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Jim Baldwin. CONDITION: Very fine. Barrels retain nearly all of late production color blue, with very minor loss at muzzles. Several very small areas of blue loss on right bbl side approx 13″ from muzzle. A few very minor handling marks. Bores are bright. Receiver and top lever retain near perfect spectacular case color with mix of blues, putty and magenta hues. Trigger bow with bright blue, with finish loss at edges, and silvering on lower tang. Tang screw turned. Forend & buttstock have a like new appearance with low gloss finish and crisp clean checkering. Grip cap is fine and buttplate has tiniest blemish at tow. Top lever far right. Gun is tight and operates crisply. 50975-1 TJW (5,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 1142A

1143
$5,750.00

*DESIRABLE L.C. SMITH FEATHERWEIGHT EJECTOR 410 SHOTGUN.

SN FWE187936. Cal. .410. 28″ bbls, 3″ chamber, Full/Full choked. Twin metal beads. Solid matted rib. Splinter forend. Feather weight ejector receiver. Double triggers. Capped pistol grip. Hard rubber buttplate. LOP 14″, DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/2″. Auto safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Clean, solid gun. Bbls retain majority of orig blue. Bottom rib discolored along 7″ from muzzle. Bright unpitted bores. No dings or dents. Receiver retains generous amounts of faded case color. Sharp screws. Trigger bow bright blue. Forend and buttstock uncracked with professional finish added. Sharp checkering. Top lever right of center. Operates crisply, ejectors strong. A desirable 410 ejector L.C. Smith. 50595-18 TJW (4,000-6,500) C&R – Lot 1143

1144
$1,725.00

*L.C. SMITH LIGHT WEIGHT FIELD GRADE 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN FWS49957. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, chokes Mod & Full. Metal front bead. Raised matted rib. Standard Field Grade marking. Splinter forend. FW non-ejector receiver. Double triggers. Capped pistol grip, hard rubber buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″. DAC 1-3/8″. DAH 2-1/4″. Auto safety. PROVENANCE: Collection of Daniel C. Scott CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain majority of great blue with some browning at muzzles. Scattered handling marks. Blue thinning slightly at breech. No dings or dents on bbls, bright and clean bores. Receiver & top lever retain vast majority of orig bright case colors, some fading on underside. Screws are crisp. Trigger guard bright blue. Stock and forend retain nearly all orig finish. Sharp checkering, minor handling marks. Stock has no cracks. Orig buttplate. Top level right of center. Mechanics are crisp and tight. Splendid collection quality L.C. Smith. 50709-20 TJW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1144

1145
$5,175.00

*L.C. SMITH FEATHERWEIGHT .410 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN FW127779. Cal. 410 ga. 26″ bbls, 3″ chambers, Full & Full chokes. Single bead, raised matted rib. Splinter forend. Non-ejector featherweight receiver. Double triggers. Capped pistol grip with nicely grained buttstock. Hard rubber buttplate. LOP 14″, DAC 1-5/8″, DAH 2-5/8″. Automatic safety. CONDITION: As new as fully restored. Bbls retain all deep blue finish. Bores bright and unpitted. Receiver and top lever nicely recolored and show no wear. Trigger bow deep blue, no wear. Fine screws. Buttstock and forend restored to as new with fine fit and checkering. Top lever right. Gun is tight and operates crisply. A top shelf restoration. 50953-3 TJW (3,500-5,000) C&R – Lot 1145

1146
$3,737.50

*L.C. SMITH 410 FIELD GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN FW201556. Cal. 410. 26″ bbls, 3″ chambers, Full/Full chokes. Twin metal beads. Raised matted rib. Splinter forend. Featherweight non-ejector receiver. Double triggers. Capped pistol grip. Hard rubber buttplate. LOP 14″, DAC 1-3/8″, DAH 2-1/2″. Non-auto safety. PROVENANCE: Accompanied by L.C. Smith factory letter confirming configuration and ship date March 12, 1943. The L.C. Smith Collection of Gerald Basham. CONDITION: Solid overall condition. Bbl retain orig blue with thinning from carry at breeches. Assorted handling marks. No dings or dents. Bores are clean and bright. Receiver retains a light amount of orig case color on sides and top. Bottom is silver from carry. Some screws show turning. Trigger bow is silvered from carry with some blue remaining. Stock and forend show light renewed finish. Checkering slightly dulled. Top lever right of center. Operates crisply. A solid L.C. Smith 410 ready for the field. 50492-4 TJW (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1146

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1147
$1,495.00

*L.C. SMITH FEATHERWEIGHT FIELD GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN FWS38108. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, Mod & Full chokes. Single metal bead, raised matted rib. Splinter forend. Field grade non-ejector receiver. Double triggers. Capped pistol grip. Replacement hard rubber buttplate. LOP 14-1/8″, DAC 1-1/4″, DAH 2-1/8″. Automatic safety. CONDITION: Fine, as partially restored. Bbls retain most of their org bright blue with thinning and carry wear above forend and breech. Case colors on receiver are vivid and bright with slight carry wear on belly. Fine screws. Trigger guard bright blue, showing no wear. Stock and forend have been treated to professional refinish. Fine fit and refreshed checkering. Top lever right. Gun is tight and operates crisply. 50953-4 TJW (2,200-3,200) C&R – Lot 1147

1148
$1,667.50

*LOVELY L.C. SMITH FIELD GRADE 20 GAUGE FEATHERWEIGHT SHOTGUN.

SN FW205823. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, M/F chokes, single sighting plane rib, front bead. Splinter forend. Extractors. Double triggers. Capped pistol grip. Hard rubber buttplate. LOP 14″. DAC 1-1/2″. DAH 2-3/8″. Auto safety. CONDITION: Very good plus. Bbls have kept nearly all their orig blue with slight thinning at muzzles & at breeches. Very minor handling marks. Mirror bores. Generous amounts of orig case color on receiver & top lever, thinning on bottom. Bright factory blued trigger guard, thinning at edges. Factory varnish on forend & buttstock with good checkering & slight handling marks, perhaps light wiped on finish applied. Teeny chip where left side wood meets receiver on underside. Buttplate & grip cap excellent. Top lever far right. Tight gun, crisp mechanics. 50994-19 TJW (1,750-2,750) C&R – Lot 1148

1149
$0.00

*L.C. SMITH FIELD GRADE FEATHERWEIGHT EJECTOR SHOTGUN.

SN FWE150962. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, IC & Full chokes. Single metal bead, concave matted rib. Splinter forend. Field grade featherweight ejector receiver. Double triggers. Capped pistol grip. Nicely grained buttstock. Hard rubber buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″, DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-3/8″. Non-automatic safety. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls deep blue with slight thinning at muzzles and breech. Bores shiny and unpitted. Receiver and top lever with bold orig case color with carry wear on forward underside. Trigger bow bright blue and some oxidation. Screws are marred. Buttstock and forend remain orig finish with minor crazing. Small area dulled finish left side comb. Small chip right side top tang where meets sideplate, beginning slight hairline crack behind right sideplate. Checkering nice. Top lever right. Gun is tight, operates crisply, strong ejectors. 50953-2 TJW (1,500-2,000) C&R – Lot 1149

1150
$1,150.00

*L.C. SMITH IDEAL GRADE FEATHERWEIGHT SHOTGUN.

SN FWE203046. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, Full & Full chokes. Single bead, raised matted rib. Splinter forend. Ideal Grade ejector receiver with foliate engraving. Double triggers. Capped pistol grip. Hard rubber buttplate. LOP 14-1/4″, DAC 1-5/8″, DAH 2-3/4″. Automatic safety. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain deep blue with wear at muzzles and breech. Small patch oxidation 4″ back from left muzzle. Bores bright and unpitted. Receiver with generous amount of orig color, strongest in protected areas. Forward receiver shows carry wear. Trigger bow with bright blue, minor patches of oxidation. Minuscule grain check behind right lockplate. Buttstock likely refinished. Top lever right. Gun is tight, operates perfectly, strong ejectors. 50920-4 TJW (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 1150

1151
$2,012.50

*RARE MERIDEN ARMS “58 DIAMOND” GRADE 12 GA SHOTGUN.

SN 40870. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 30″ fine Damascus bbls, Meriden legend stamped on rib. Case colored sidelock action features small game bird vignettes surrounded by scroll flourishes and “THE NEW AUBREY” on the toe of each lockplate. Receiver floorplate and trigger bow also engraved in fanciful scroll work. Double trigger extractor. Fine fancy feather crotch walnut, splinter forend, capped pistol grip, multi point checkering, horn buttplate, 13-7/8″ LOP. CONDITION: Very fine. Gun retains most of its factory orig finish. Bbls with strong Damascus pattern with a few light rubs and thin spots to the bbl brown. Receiver retains most of its factory case color vivid in protected areas, the balance turning silver. Stock and forend are sound with sharp checkering and a few scattered rubs and dings from handling. Buttplate good. Bright shiny bores, mechanics crisp, action tight. 50507-19 JWD (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1151

1152
$1,840.00

*LOVELY HIGH CONDITION GRADED MERIDEN FIREARMS CO SIDELOCK SHOTGUN.

SN 47704. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ Krupp Steel bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, Full & Full chokes. Left side of watertable is stamped “K28″ above SN, indicating 28” Krupp bbls. Right side of watertable stamped “55”, indicating grade. Matted rib, single bead front sight. Touches of wedge engraving at bbl breeches. Splinter forend with Anson & Deely latch. Touches of engraving on latch and forend iron. 3-point checkering pattern. Extractors. Engraved receiver is treated to lovely touches of banknote scroll. Left side lockplate engraved with two quail and scroll work. Right side lockplate with two pheasants and scroll work. Both lockplates engraved “The Meriden Fire Arms Co”. Engraving on and behind breech balls. Belly of receiver with two engraved birds, banknote scroll and border around floorplate screw. Top lever with touch of banknote engraving. Hingepin engraved. All screws engraved. Bottom of trigger bow with scroll work. Nicely figured buttstock with 5-point checkered capped pistol grip. Bakelite buttplate. LOP 13-7/8″. Automatic safety. CONDITION: Very good. Barrels retain over 95% of their orig blue with scattered light oxidation peppering, especially on underside ahead of forend. Light handling wear at breeches. Mirror bright bores. Receiver and sideplates retain a majority of their orig case color. Color thinning on breech balls and very front of receiver and sharp edges from carry. Slight peppering of light oxidation, mostly on underside and top of top lever. Trigger bow with high polish blue and light oxidation with blue thinning on lower tang. Screws very nice. Wood appears to have orig finish. Forend hardware has gone bright. Checkering sharp on forend and grip. Some light flaking to buttstock finish. Slight tight hairline cracks behind left and right lockplates. Some bumps in checkering. Buttstock with slight scattered handling marks. Buttplate toe chipped. Top lever at center.Gun is tight, operates crisply. 50980-4 TJW (2,000-3,500) C&R – Lot 1152

1153
$0.00

*LOVELY BAKER GUN CO. PARAGON GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 1023. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ Damascus bbls with concave matted rib, single front metal bead. 2-3/4″ chambers, Full & Full chokes. Non-ejector Paragon grade sidelock receiver. Marked “P.D.” on watertable. Breech balls engraved with scroll engraving and stippling. Touches of banknote scroll and floral engr on sides of receiver and on underside. Left lockplate engraved “Baker Gun Co.” with Setter. Right side lockplate with Pointer. Screws engraved. Snap on splinter forend with ebony tip, checkered in 2-point pattern with star engraved on iron. Trigger bow engraved with grouse in flight. Double triggers. Capped pistol grip, 2-point checkering on grip. Black “BAKER” buttplate. LOP 14-1/8″. DAC 1-1/2″. DAH 2-5/8″. Non-automatic safety. CONDITION: Fine. Barrels retain a lovely brown Damascus pattern with wear above forend area and at breeches. Bores are mirror bright. Receiver engraving sharp with orig case color in protected areas and traces on sideplates. Trigger bow has silvered. Wood is sound and fits nicely. Left stock has a scratch behind grip area. Checkering has worn over the years. Grip cap and buttplate excellent. Top lever at center. Gun is tight, operates crisply. 50980-8 TJW (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1153

1154
$0.00

NICHOLS & LEFEVER E QUALITY CROSSOVER STOCK HAMMER SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

SN 5490. Cal. 10 ga. 31-1/4″ bbls of twist steel. CYL & CYL bores. 2-7/8″ chambers. Thumb lever sidelock hammer action with dbl triggers and extractors having case colored finish and border line engraving. Checkered walnut forearm with release in steel tip. Crossover stock bent to right allowing left-eyed shooter to use his right shoulder. Stock is of fancy thin shell walnut with hand checkering. LOP: 13-1/4″ over steel shotgun buttplate. PROVENANCE: Lifetime Lefever Arms Collection of Scott Lefever. CONDITION: Bbls retain good brown finish with fading to patina in carry areas and showing good Damascus pattern. Bores have light pitting. Left bbl has unraised dent 7-3/4″ from muzzle. Forearm has sticking latch bar making reassembly difficult. Forearm has good refinish with small chips along bbl channel. Stock has an area of added wood repair on left side of butt. 50255-4 DS (2,750-4,750) – Lot 1154

1155
$2,875.00

*LEFEVER ARMS COMPANY EE GRADE COMPENSATED ACTION SXS SHOTGUN.

SN 53361. Cal. 12 ga. Bbls are 32″ of Damascus steel. Fixed FULL & FULL chokes. Dbl beads. Case colored side plate action with ejectors, dbl triggers and cocking indicators. Engraving features vignettes of pointing dogs on sideplates with fancy borders and highlights of foliate scroll. Checkered walnut splinter forearm, checkered pistol grip stock of fancy thin shell walnut featuring hard rubber grip cap and having silver name plate on toe line with initials “E.E.N”. LOP: over orig buttplate is 13-3/4″. PROVENANCE: Lifetime Lefever Arms Collection of Scott Lefever. CONDITION: Bbls retain much of orig brown finish showing good Damascus pattern and becoming light in carry areas. Bores have some very light pitting. Action shows fading visible case colors on sideplates and in protected areas. Balance has faded to even gray patina. Stock and forearm have lightly worn finish, checking wear on forearm with scattered dents, scratches and handling marks. 50255-1 DS (2,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 1155

1156
$2,587.50

*LEFEVER ARMS CO FE GRADE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

SN 40625. Cal. 16 ga. 28″ bbl of Damascus steel. FULL & FULL chokes. 2-1/2″ chambers. Dbl beads. Case colored compensated sideplated action with auto ejectors, dbl triggers and cocking indicators. Engraving features mallard on right lock with a shorebird on left lock surrounded by straight line borders and accents of foliate scroll. Checkered walnut splinter forearm with engraved steel tip and floorplate. Pistol grip walnut stock with hand checkering with hard rubber grip cap. LOP: 14-1/8″ over thin London type pad. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Jim Beckley. CONDITION: Bbls have faded brown finish showing Damascus pattern. Bores are bright with areas of light pitting. Action shows fading case colors on sideplates with balance fading to gray. Stocks have worn finish and checkering showing scattered scratches and marks. 50633-6 DS (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 1156

1157
$2,300.00

LEFEVER ARMS CO SPECIAL ORDER EE GRADE SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

SN 19907. Cal. 10 ga. 28″ bbl of Damascus steel. MOD & FULL chokes. 2-7/8″ chambers. Compensated sideplated ejector action with cocking indicators and dbl triggers. Engraving features hunting dogs on sideplates with dog carrying woodcock on trigger guard bow surrounded by fancy borders and foliate scroll highlights. Checkered walnut splinter forearm with steel tip and ebony insert. straight hand replacement stock of fancy thin shell walnut with point pattern hand checkering having silver nameplate at toeline. LOP: 13-7/8″ over Lefever buttplate. CONDITION: Bbls have partially faded brown finish showing good Damascus pattern. Good bores. Action retains lightly visible case colors on sideplates and protected areas with balance fading to gray patina. Refinished forearm shows checkering wear and scattered marks having chips at iron. Stock shows handling marks and dents with filled chip at toe. A nice sporty lightweight big bore Lefever! 50951-1 DS (1,000-2,250) – Lot 1157

1158
$0.00

*PAIR OF LEFEVER NITRO SPECIAL .410 GAUGE SHOTGUNS.

SN 347999, 202206. Cal. 410 ga. 1) SN 347999. 26″ bbls, 3″ chambers, MOD & Full chokes. Single bead sight. Splinter forend. Non-ejector receiver. Double triggers. Capped pistol grip. LOP 14″, DAC 1-3/4″, DAH 2-3/4″. Automatic safety. 2) SN 202206. 26″ bbls, 3″ chambers, CYL & Full chokes. Twin beads. Splinter forend. Non-ejector receiver. Double triggers. Uncapped pistol grip. Hard rubber buttplate. LOP 13-1/2″, DAC 2″, DAH 3-1/8″. Automatic safety. PROVENANCE: Lifetime Lefever Arms Collection of Scott Lefever. CONDITION: 1) Fair. Bbls retain majority of orig blue with handling marks. Bright unpitted bores. Gray patina on receiver and trigger guard. Sound buttstock and forend. Replacement buttplate and grip, both undersized and damaged. Gun does not open fully to recock. 2) Fair. Bbls retain orig blue with wear at muzzle and breech. Left bbl bulge 3-1/2″ back from muzzle. Receiver and trigger guard gray patina. Stock and forend sound, finish added. Checkering worn. Gun tight, operates well. 50255-3 TJW (2,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 1158

1159
$4,600.00

*LOVELY ITHACA NID GRADE 5 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 448113. Cal. 12ga. Chambers 2-3/4″ with forcing cones relieved. 30″ bbls with matted solid rib, twin beads. CYL/MOD chokes. Splinter forend with black ebony inlay. Highly engraved ejector receiver with silver inlay game bird vignette on each side. Balance of receiver heavily engraved with foliate and border engraving. Cocking indicators. Sgl selective trigger. Capped pistol grip. 13-3/4″ LOP from rear position sgl trigger over Ithaca sunburst pad. DAC 1-1/2″, 2-1/4″ DAH. Non-automatic safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: A stunning high grade Ithaca both metal and wood. Bbls retain nearly all reapplied finish. Bores bright, shiny and unpitted. Two miniscule, cosmetic insignificant dings on left bbl, which do not show to inside. All typical Grade 5 markings. Receiver has gone to muted patina with minor case color in protected areas. Trigger bow nicely engraved with freshened finish. This Grade 5 Ithaca has been treated to fantastic American walnut with bold figure and color in both forend and buttstock. Fantastic fine line Grade 5 checkering is clean and sharp. Top lever is on center. This shotgun is a gorgeous piece of American high grade workmanship. 50595-3 TJW (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 1159

1160
$4,312.50

*ITHACA NID GRADE 4E 16 GAUGE VENTILATED RIB SHOTGUN.

SN 443540. Cal. 16ga. Chambers 2-9/16″, 30″ bbls with ventilated rib, twin beads, bbl flats jeweled. Chokes FULL/FULL. Beavertail forend with black ebony inlay at tip. 4E engraved ejector action with game bird scene on each side with generous scroll work, sides top and bottom. Cocking indicators. Sgl selective trigger. Capped pistol grip. 14″ LOP over Ithaca sunburst pad from sgl trigger. DAC 1-1/2″, 2-1/2″ DAH. Non-automatic safety. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Jim Beckley. CONDITION: Very good condition overall. Bbls retain much orig blue with substantial thinning from handling at breech and balance thin in spots with normal handling marks. Bore bright, shiny and unpitted. Standard Grade 4 markings. Receiver retains fair amount of case color in protected areas, balance fading to silver. Trigger bow greyed from wear. Incorrect trigger bow screw. Forend is nice and sound with much finish evident, may have had finish added. Buttstock shows significant handling marks and loss of a reapplied finish in those areas. Two hairline cracks at top of each stock cheek where it joins receiver. Grade 4 checkering is vivid. Gun is slightly loose with forend off. Locks up tight with forend in place. Top lever at center. Left bbl fires first with selector in either position. This is a very nice Grade 4 vent rib gun that will show very well with minor refreshing to buttstock finish. This is a desirably configured and optioned gun in the popular 16ga. 50633-5 TJW (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1160

1161
$4,025.00

*IMPRESSIVE ITHACA GUN COMPANY NID GRADE 2 MAGNUM 10.

SN 500979. Cal. 10ga. Chambers 3-1/2″, 30″ bbls with solid matted rib and single brass front bead. Factory marked 4/4 (FULL/FULL). Splinter type forend with ebony inlay at tip. Engraved #2 style ejector action with game bird scenes on right and left sides; generous engraving on top and bottom of action, as well as trigger bow. Dbl triggers. Nicely figured American walnut buttstock with capped pistol grip. 14-1/2″ LOP over hard rubber buttplate. DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-3/4″. Automatic safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: This is a very lovely example of a high condition Ithaca graded 10 magnum. These massive bbls retain nearly all of their factory blue with sharp engraving line at breeches. Bores are bright and unpitted. No dings or dents. Receiver retains a majority of its orig color, fading at carry point at bottom of receiver. Trigger bow faded blue. Clean screws. Stock is an amazing piece of flame figured walnut; Grade 2 style checkering sharp and crisp. Buttstock and forend finish may have been treated to a light professional enhancement. Very minor handling marks. Top lever slightly right of center. This shotgun is tight, mechanics operate crisply. This is a very impressive example of the big Ithaca Mag 10 in Grade 2 with less than 200 made in this grade. 50595-15 TJW (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1161

1162
$2,990.00

*ITHACA GUN NID GRADE 2E 16 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 463773. Cal. 16ga. Factory marked 2-3/4″ chambers, 28″ bbls with metal front bead and solid matted rib. Factory marked 2/4 (MOD/FULL). Splinter forend with black ebony insert at tip. Grade 2 engraved ejector action. Dbl triggers. Nicely figured wood with capped pistol grip. 14-1/2″ LOP over Ithaca sunburst pad. DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/2″. Automatic safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: This is a very nice example of a 16ga Grade 2 ejector Ithaca. Bbls retain most of their blue finish with some thinning and handling marks. Bores are bright, shiny and unpitted. Clean, typical Ithaca markings. Receiver retains a generous amount of case color with fading on carry points. Very nice stock and forend with much finish with minor handling marks commensurate with use. Top lever right of center. Gun is tight and operates crisply. A very nice graded 16 gauge shotgun with lovely dimensions. 50595-9 TJW (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1162

1163
$3,737.50

*ITHACA NID FIELD GRADE 410 SHOTGUN.

SN 463578. Cal. 410. Factory marked 3″ chambers, 26″ bbl marked “New Ithaca Field Grade”. Sgl brass front bead, factory marked 2/4 (MOD/FULL). Snap-on forend with black ebony inlay at tip. Field grade non-ejector action with border line engraving. Dbl triggers. Straight grain walnut with figure at butt. Capped pistol grip. 14″ LOP to hard rubber buttplate. DAC 1-1/2″, 2-3/4″ DAH. Automatic safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Gun retains very nice condition. Fading bbl blue, with some thinning and handling marks. Bright, shiny, unpitted bores. No dents or dings. Crisp factory markings. Receiver has gone to light grey patina. Stock and forend appear to have finish added. Checkering sharp and re-cut. Minor chipping to wood finish along with usual handling marks. Forend iron and trigger bow bright blue. Top lever right of center. Gun functions nicely, and is tight. Screws are fine. A very lively, dainty 410. 50595-13 TJW (3,750-5,250) C&R – Lot 1163

1164
$690.00

*ITHACA FLUES GRADE 1 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 372538. Cal. 20 ga. Chambers 2-5/8″, 26″ bbls with matted rib and sgl solid brass bead. Marked at factory 2/4 (MOD/FULL). Snap-on splinter forend. Grade 1 engraved extractor action. Bold foliate engraving on sides and floorplate. Dbl triggers and capped pistol-grip buttstock with Ithaca Gun Company factory buttplate. 14″ LOP. DAC 1-3/4″, DAH 2-3/4″. Automatic safety. CONDITION: This is an above average Grade 1 20 gauge. Bbls retain thinning factory blue with normal carry wear and fading. Bores are clean, bright and unpitted. Receiver retains a pleasant amount of factory case color on sides and thinning color on bottom from carry. Engraving sharp. Plain grain stock in forend with clean checkering and finish added with light crazing. Light scattered handling marks throughout. Chip on front right side edge of forend. Top lever right of center. Shotgun is tight and operates crisply. Screws are nice. This is a very nice example of a Grade 1 small bore Ithaca. 50530-6 TJW (1,250-1,750) C&R – Lot 1164

1165
$2,300.00

*ITHACA KNICK GRADE 5 SINGLE BARREL TRAP GUN.

SN 405063. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ ventilated rib bbl 2-3/4″ chamber. Full choke. Raybar type front sight and center bead. Automatic ejector. Foliate scroll engraving on sides of bbl breeches. Trap style beaver tail forend with forend latch and iron nicely engraved. Grade 5 receiver. Left side engraved with gold pheasant inlay inside oval, with balance of side panel covered with deep foliate scroll and chain link border. Right side receiver engraved with gold woodcock inside oval with balance of side panel covered with deep foliate scroll and chain link border. Receiver top matted with borders engraved with punch dots and wavy lines. Floorplate engraved with foliate scroll. Belly of receiver with engraved eagle and Ithaca address. Engraved screws. Trigger bow has foliate scroll as does top tang. Forend and capped pistol grip buttstock are select fancy grain figured walnut. Checkered side panels with fleur-de-lis checkering pattern on grip. Ithaca sunburst recoil pad. LOP 14-1/2″ over pad. DAC 1-1/2″. DAH 2″. CONDITION: Barrel retains very high percentage of orig blue, with slight wear at muzzle. Right side of bbl has raisin size patch of oxidation which is bright. Minor scratches and handling marks. Blue loss on underside of bbl at forend contact points. Bore shiny, may have had slight polish. Receiver has nice amount of deep case color with underside showing wear from use. Screws are excellent. Nice trigger bow blue, silvering at edges. Lower tang has gone bright from use. Both stock and forend have been refinished with checkering worn mostly smooth and filled with finish. Slight separation between buttstock and recoil pad. Gun is tight. Crisp mechanics with automatic ejector inoperable. 50980-1 TJW (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 1165

1166
$3,680.00

*ITHACA NID GRADE 4E 16 GAUGE SHOTGUN WITH OPTIONS.

SN 443539. Cal. 16ga. Chambers 2-9/16″, 30″ bbls with ventilated rib and twin beads. Chokes IC/FULL. Beavertail forend with black ebony insert. Grade 4 engraved ejector action with one game bird scene on each side and foliate engraving, sides, top and bottom. Cocking indicators. Sgl selective trigger. Nicely grained walnut checkered in Grade 4 style with capped pistol grip. 13-1/2 LOP from rear position trigger over replaced Ithaca sunburst recoil pad. DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/4″. Monogrammed shield on underside of butt. Non-automatic safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very handsome Grade 4 16 gauge with some renewed finishes. Bbls retain nearly all reapplied finish. Two holes at breech end of ventilated rib with filler screws. Two plugged holes in bottom rib under forend. Bores remain shiny and unpitted. Clean exterior markings. Receiver retains orig color in protected areas. Stock and forend retain nice finish with sharp engraving. Handsome grain and figure. Trigger bow has all bright reapplied finish. Top lever slightly right of center. Gun is tight, functions very nicely. A clean unusual 16ga Ithaca Grade 4. 50595-12 TJW (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1166

1167
$4,025.00

*SCARCE ITHACA NID GRADE 4E TRAP GUN WITH VENTILATED RIB.

SN 453700. Cal. 12ga. Chambers 2-3/4″, 32″ ventilated rib bbls with triple beads. Chokes FULL/FULL. Beavertail forend with black ebony inlay. Grade 4 engraved ejector action with game bird scene right and left sides. Cocking indicators. Top sides and bottom treated to foliate scroll. Sgl selective trigger, foliate scroll on trigger bow. Monte Carlo style stock with capped pistol grip. 14″ LOP over Ithaca sunburst pad. DAC 1-3/4″, 1-3/4 at DAH top of Monte Carlo. Non-automatic safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: An impressive graded Ithaca trap gun ready for the trap field. Bbls retain much of their orig blue with thinning both sides, especially above forend. Underside marked “Best Fluid Steel”. Jeweling on bbl flats. Triple beads with front bead broken below rib. Left bbl professionally engraved at breech “E. F. Christensen”. Bores are bright, shiny and unpitted; no dings or dents. Typical Ithaca Grade 4 markings. Receiver has faded to a lovely grey patina, with color in protected areas. Trigger bow blue faded from use. Minor punch marks on edges of trigger bow. Nicely grained forend and stock with figure and color. Wonderful Grade 4 checkering. Retaining clean finish with minor handling marks. Un-monogrammed shield on underside of buttstock. Top lever right of center. Gun remains tight and functions crisply, strong ejectors. Truly a very unique Grade 4 trap gun. 50595-4 TJW (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1167

1168
$2,300.00

*ITHACA KNICK GRADE 4E SIGNAL BARREL TRAP SHOTGUN.

SN 405037. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbl, ventilated rib. 2-3/4″ chamber, Full choke. Raybar front sight with mid-bead. Scroll on bbl breech sides. Trap style forend. Auto ejector. Grade 4 engraved receiver with moderate touches of banknote scroll work on sides and bottom. Left side shooting scene, right side Indian archer. Top lever and trigger bow engraved, receiver top stippled. Engraved screws. Gold washed trigger. Capped pistol grip stock with fleur-de-lis checkering. Blank gold initial oval in toe line. Ithaca Sunburst recoil pad. LOP 14-1/2″. DAC 1-1/2″. DAH 1-7/8″. CONDITION: Fine. Barrel retains nearly all deep blue with slight marks on underside of bbl from forend attachment. Bright bore. Receiver retains nearly all of its deep case coloring, as does the top lever. Color loss on top tang from use. Trigger bow with nearly of its blue. Trigger gold wash worn. Screws excellent with top tang screw slightly marred. Wood finish excellent with very minor handling marks to forend, buttstock has numerous scratches in finish at toe and light scattered nicks. Top lever right. Gun is very tight, operates crisply. Ejector strong. 50980-2 TJW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1168

1169
$0.00

*IVER JOHNSON SKEETER TWO BBL SET SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

SN 2598E. Cal. 12 ga. Bbl 1) 26″ solid rib having fixed IC & MOD chokes. Chambers lengthened to 3″. Bbl 2) Shortened to 26″ solid rib having fixed CYL & CYL chokes. Both bbls have white synthetic beads and orig beavertail forearms of fancy checkered walnut. Boxlock action with auto ejectors and dbl triggers. Fancy walnut stock has hand checkering and hard rubber pistol grip cap. LOP: 15-1/8″ over aftermarket Decelerator pad. CONDITION: Both sets of bbls have good blued finish with good bright bores. Stock and both forearms have good gloss refinish with freshened checkering. Forearm for bbl 1 has crack between iron and rear attachment screws. Stock has small chips behind top tang. Action retains most of its added case colored finish. SNs on frame, bbls and forearm irons show evidence of some restamping. 51053-1 DS (2,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 1169

1170
$0.00

*FACTORY ENGRAVED 21-4 WINCHESTER MODEL 21 SKEET GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 23527. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbls, “3 IN. & 2 3/4 CHAM.” marked on left side of bbl. Marked “WS-1 / WS-2″ chokes. Engine turned bbl lug & flats. Wedding band engraving at breeches. Bradley red front & center bead. Beavertail forend, checkered in diamond pattern. Inside of forend iron engine turned. Auto ejectors. Model 21 receiver has been upgraded to Style 21-4 factory engraving July 7, 1978, as per Cody letter, when the 3” chamber was factory modified. Cody letter reflects multiple subsequent return and repair records on this gun. Gun marked “SKEET” on floorplate ahead of trigger bow. Single selective trigger. Nicely grained walnut, Winchester capped pistol grip with checkered cheeks. LOP 13-1/2″ over brown Winchester solid pad. DAC 1-5/8″. DAH 2-3/8″. Auto safety. Accompanied by Cody Firearms Museum letter. CONDITION: Fine as refinished. Gun retains nearly all factory reapplied blue, small spot of oxidation at right muzzle. Mirror bores. Wood has been refinished, checkering sharp, slight handling marks in wood. Recoil pad fit not perfect. Gun has wobble at hinge, closes tight. Top lever right. Operates crisply. Strong ejectors. 50545-2 TJW (7,500-12,500) C&R – Lot 1170

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1171
$7,475.00

*SUPERIOR WINCHESTER MODEL 21 TRAP SKEET GRADE 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 6274. Cal. 20ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers, 26″ bbls marked “MODEL 21 – WINCHESTER – 20 GAUGE” on top of right bbl with Winchester address on top of left bbl. Bbls are marked “WS-1” and “WS-2” as choke marking on underside. Winchester proof marks on bbl flats with all other standard markings. Concave matted rib with Bradley type red front bead and metal center bead. Beavertail forend with kidney-shaped checkering pattern. SN marked on forend wood and iron. Blued Model 21 ejector receiver with “TRAP SKEET” marking on floorplate ahead of trigger bow. Winchester slg selective trigger. Gun is mounted in highly figured feather-crotch grain walnut with straight grip. 3 point grip checkering pattern with checkered side panels. Fluted comb. Chocolate brown solid after-market recoil pad. 14-1/2″ LOP over solid pad. DAC 1-3/8″, DAH 1-7/8″. Non-automatic safety. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent. This spectacular gun retains almost all of its factory blue. Bbls show very miniscule handling marks and minor loss under forend from forend attachment. Bores are bright, shiny and unpitted with no dents or dings. This gun’s receiver has nearly all of its orig factory blue with loss to the top side of right breech ball which shows slight amount of very light oxidation and pitting. Hinge pin screw shows blue loss. Floorplate exhibits very fine minor blue loss from flaking. Factory blued top lever has very minor flaking. Top tang retains all of its blue. Trigger bow retains much of its factory blue with some browning at front and going to grey patina throughout grip area. Buttstock and forend retain much of its orig factory finish with dulled area at grip and forend hold points. May have had some had some light wiped-on finish added. Checkering area is vivid yet exhibits slight wear. Very small dents on underside of buttstock grip area between checkering panels and a scuff/abrasion at top heel of stock. Recoil pad remains in fine condition and blends with the gun nicely. Top lever slightly right of center. Gun is tight, operates crisply, ejectors kick with authority. An elusive Model 21 to find in Trap Skeet Grade in a 20ga, especially with these wonderful dimensions. 50595-2 TJW (6,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 1171

1172
$5,002.50

*WINCHESTER MODEL 21 20 GAUGE SKEET GUN.

SN 12688. Cal 20 ga. 26″ bbl. 2-3/4″ chambers choked WS1/WS1. Ejectors. Single selective trigger. Slight feathercrotch straight grip stock with beavertail forend. 12-3/4″ LOP over 7/8″ leather covered pad. CONDITION: Gun retains most all its lustrous blue with exception of thinning on trigger guard tang. Orig heavy varnish shows multiple handling marks, flaking and scrapes throughout. Leather covered pad shows significant wear to leather facing. 51043-4 FTL (5,000-8,000) – Lot 1172

1173
$5,750.00

*GREAT WINCHESTER MODEL 21 16 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 24504. Cal 16 ga. 28″ bbl. 2-3/4″ chamber marked M/F, but measures cyl/mod. Ejectors. Single selective trigger. Classic pistol-grip beavertail Winchester American walnut stock. 14″ LOP over Winchester poly buttplate. Cased in later Winchester hard case. CONDITION: Good overall orig condition with nearly all orig blue in varnish intact. Slight freckling on bottom of receiver and faint wear on edges of frame and muzzle. 50994-5 FTL (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 1173

1174
$5,750.00

*LOVELY AND SPECIAL WINCHESTER MODEL 21 16 GAUGE STRAIGHT GRIP SHOTGUN.

SN 16563. Cal. 16ga. Factory marked 2-3/4″ chambers, 26″ bbls with concave matted rib, Bradley type white front bead with metal center bead. Chokes marked MOD/FULL on underside of bbls. This gun has typical Winchester proof marks on bbl flats and “WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL” on underside of both bbls. WINCHESTER -16 GAUGE” marked on left bbl. Winchester patents and address markings with proof mark on water table. Splinter style forend. Model 21 ejector style blued finish action. Winchester slg selective trigger. Straight grip stock on a lovely piece of highly figured walnut with tobacco colored grain and checkered butt. 14-3/8″ LOP. DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/4. Non-automatic safety. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Jim Beckley. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain approx 85+% of their orig factory finish with slight wear at muzzles. Typical handling marks. Thinning and wear at breech carry area. Bbls ring true. Bores are clean, bright and unpitted. Receiver retains its orig factory blue which shows evidence gentle carry wear. Breech balls have silvered and underside of receiver has gone to a moderate amount of silver along with orig blue. Trigger bow retains orig factory blue which shows slight wear to bow and straight tang area. Screws are excellent. This gorgeous buttstock survives in excellent condition with lovely finish. Mar/dimple on right cheek edge about the size of a pencil eraser. Checkering pattern remains vivid yet somewhat smooth from handling and finish added. Butt checkering is nice, yet somewhat worn. Several minor mars in right side grip checkering with a handful of scuffs on left side toe area of stock. Forend is very nice, checkering is vivid, but shows evidence of finish added. Forend roll type latch retains virtually all blue. Blue loss on corners of forend iron. Screws are excellent and in time. Top lever right of center. Gun is tight and functions crisply. This lovely 16ga Model 21 straight grip gun is a charmer. 50633-4 TJW (4,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1174

1175
$3,150.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 21 SHOTGUN WITH LOW SERIAL NUMBER.

SN 930. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, marked MOD/FULL. Jeweled bbl lug & flats, with proof mark. Concave matted rib. Double beads. Standard markings on bbl tops. Beavertail fancy grained forend, kidney shaped checkering pattern, marked with SN on underside. Jeweled forend iron with brace is unnumbered. Brace was not used before WWII and is likely not orig to gun. Auto ejectors. Model 21 ejector receiver with jeweled watertable with proof mark on right side. Floorplate unmarked ahead of trigger bow. Single selective trigger. Fancy figured walnut, uncapped pistol grip. Decelerator black pad. LOP 14″ over pad. DAC 1-1/2″. DAH 2-3/8″. Auto safety. CONDITION: Bbls retain nice blue with the most minor handling marks, blue loss at breeches. Sharp markings. Mirror bores. Receiver with much orig blue with wear on sharp edges & belly sides, floorplate retains nearly all blue. Trigger bow with a slight brown tone. Stock & forend have been nicely refinished, checkering sharp. Buttstock doesn’t fit just right around tangs. Slight chip on underside of grip at receiver & lower tang corner. Top lever slightly right. Gun is tight, operates crisply. Ejectors strong. 50989-9 TJW (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 1175

1176
$5,750.00
Revised: 9/21/2016

Please Note: Great News!! The lot comes with an extra set of barrels which aren’t mentioned in the description. Also accompanied by a factory letter that confirms current configuration.

*WINCHESTER MODEL 21 TOURNAMENT SKEET GRADE 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 3837. Cal. 12ga. Factory marked on left bbl 2-3/4″ chambers, 26″ bbls with concave matted rib, Bradley type red front bead, metal center bead. Marked “WINCHESTER – 12 GAUGE” on left bbl side. Factory choke markings “WS-1” “WS-2” on underside of bbls. Winchester proof marks on bbl flats with all other standard markings evident. Beavertail forend with kidney-shaped checkering pattern with “TOURNAMENT SKEET” on floorplate ahead of trigger bow. Winchester address and patent markings as well as proof mark on water table. Winchester sgl selective trigger. This Model 21 has an uncapped pistol grip with fluted comb on a nice figured piece of walnut. Tournament skeet style checkered butt. 14-1/8″ LOP. DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/4″. Non-automatic safety. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: Fine. This Model 21 has had all of its metal work completely restored in an extremely top shelf fashion. Bbls retain all of their reapplied finish. Winchester script on side of left bbl is very light. Bores are bright, shiny and unpitted; no dings or dents. This gun’s receiver has all of its finish with no blue loss. Some areas of receiver show a light plum hue. No blue loss to floorplate, trigger bow, top lever or tang. “TOURNAMENT SKEET” marking is evident yet a touch light. Forend latch assembly and forend iron have 100% blue. Forend is excellent with one small dent on rear portion of bottom checkering edge. Retains all of its finish. Buttstock has perfect fit all around and appears to be orig finish with some dulling in grip area. Very, very, very minor handling marks. Butt checkering remains sharp other than towards very top of comb edge. Top lever is nicely right of center. Gun is tight and operates crisply. A great looking Tournament Skeet with popular dimensions. 50387-23 TJW (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1176

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1177
$6,900.00

*LOVELY PROFESSIONALLY RECONDITIONED WINCHESTER MODEL 21 “TRAP SKEET” GRADE 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 10892. Cal. 20ga. Chambers 2-3/4″, 26″ bbls with concave matted rib, Bradley type red bead front sight, steel mid-bead. Marked on underside of bbls “WS-1” “WS-2” chokes. Winchester proof steel marked on underside of each bbl. Winchester proof marks on bbl flats with other standard markings. Buttstock and forend are both high quality replacements. Lovely splinter style forend in dark honey colored walnut with beautifully executed no border checkering, with a scallop flourish at front and rear. SN marked on forend wood and forend iron. T-shaped forend iron anchor. Blued Model 21 ejector receiver with “TRAP SKEET” marking on floorplate ahead of trigger bow. Winchester patents and address marked on water table. Winchester slg selective trigger. Buttstock is a wonderful piece of dark honey colored walnut with dark straight grain streaks through the wrist area and balance figured throughout. Wonderfully executed no border fine line checkering on grip and side panels. Blank gold-tone initial square on toe line. Checkered butt. Unfluted comb. 14-1/4″ LOP. DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 1-3/4″. Automatic safety. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Jim Beckley. CONDITION: As new. For all intents and purposes, this gun retains all of its wonderfully, professionally restored finishes. Shows virtually no blue loss. Bbls retain nearly 100% of their blue with the tiniest scratching at left muzzle and a couple of minor spots under forend at attachment point. Receiver exhibits all of its external blued finish with water table flats polished cleanly, which accentuate Winchester address and patents markings nicely. Trigger bow, top lever and upper tang have all of the blue. Screws are excellent. Forend is in perfect condition, all edges sharp with a wonderful hand-rubbed finish. Buttstock finish is once again an exquisite hand-rubbed finish with all checkering sharp to the touch and eye. Top lever right of center. This gun is tight, operates crisply. This wood and metal work is truly top shelf. This custom Model 21 project was executed with fine thought, care and skill. 50633-3 TJW (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1177

1178
$4,025.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 21 EJECTOR 12 GA SHOTGUN.

SN 8201. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, marked Mod / Full. Single metal bead, concave matted rib. Address markings on bbl tops. Splinter forend. Standard ejector receiver. Single selective trigger. Screws fine and timed. Capped pistol grip. Nicely figured wood. Winchester hard buttplate. Wt 7.4lbs. LOP 14″, DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/2″. Automatic safety. CONDITION: Fine as fully restored. Bbls retain all of reapplied finish. Bores are bright and unpitted. Receiver showing no wear. Trigger bow is as new. Stock and forend fully refinished with correct tone and appearance. Checkering refreshed to new. Top lever to right. Gun is tight, operates crisply, ejectors are strong. Great configuration and dimensions. 50433-6 TJW (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1178

1179
$3,162.50

*WINCHESTER MODEL 21 TOURNAMENT 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 2591. Cal. 12 ga. 26″ bbl, 2-3/4″ chambers, marked Mod and IC. Twin sights. Concave matted rib. Left bbl side marked “WINCHESTER – 12 GAUGE”. Automatic ejectors. Replacement beavertail forend assembly with diamond checkered pattern. Original splinter forend wood included! Ejector model 21 action “Tournament” marked. Straight grip, fluted comb, Winchester marked buttplate. LOP 13-3/4″, DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2″. Non-auto safety, single selective trigger. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain nearly all orig blue, wear at muzzle, no dents or dings. Bores are clean and bright. Receiver retains nearly 80% blue, wear at carrying points. “Tournament” marking very light. Light wear on trigger bow. Replacement forend retains majority of finish, checkering sharp, handling marks. Orig splinter forend wood with strong finish, sharp checkering. Buttstock is sound, fits properly, with numerous handling marks. Operates crisply, strong ejectors, top lever at center. A very nice Model 21 ready for the field. 50758-4 TJW (2,250-3,250) C&R – Lot 1179

1180
$3,737.50

*28 GA WINCHESTER MODEL 23 GOLDEN QUAIL, 1 OF 500, GAME GUN.

SN GQ-240E. Cal 28 ga. 2-3/4″ chambers. 25-1/2″ bbls marked Mod/IC with “Golden Quail” marked on top rib and small scroll engraved chevrons at breech end. Ejectors. Very nice golden quail engraved satin silver receiver with raised relief bust of quail in gold on bottom. Single selective trigger with auto safety. Light feather crotch American walnut straight grip stock with 14-1/4″ LOP over thin Win red rubber pad. Beavertail forend. Tan canvas and leather trimmed “EMMEBI” case with orig manual. CONDITION: Gun shows few light handling marks. Bores clear. Ejectors strong. Appears to be test fired only. 50931-1 FTL (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1180

1181
$3,450.00

*WINCHESTER CLASSIC DOUBLE M-23 GOLDEN QUAIL 1 OF 500 SHOTGUN, NEW IN BOX UNFIRED.

SN GQ20-458E. Cal 20 ga. 25-1/2″ Golden Quail marked on top rib and small scroll engraved chevons at breech end marked IC/M. Ejectors. Very nice golden quail engraved satin silver receiver with raised relief bust of quail in gold on bottom. Single selective trigger. 1 of 500. Fine feathercrotch straight grip stock 14-1/4″ LOP over solid red WIN pad. Beavertail forend. With orig shipping box and “EMMEBI” trunk case. CONDITION: Gun as new unfired with all orig packaging. A real collectible. 50989-1 FTL (2,250-3,250) – Lot 1181

1182
$2,587.50

*WINCHESTER MODEL 23 GOLDEN QUAIL, 1 OF 500, GAME GUN.

SN GQ20-493E. Cal 20 ga. 2-3/4″ chambers. 25-1/2″ bbls with “Golden Quail” marked on top rib and small scroll engraved chevrons at breech end marked IC/M. Ejectors. 1 of 500. Very nice golden quail engraved satin silver receiver with raised relief bust of quail in gold on bottom. Single selective trigger with auto safety. Lightly figured straight grip, American walnut stock with 14-1/4″ LOP over thin Win red rubber pad. Beavertail foreign. “EMMEBI” trunk case. CONDITION: Gun retains all orig factory finish. Scattered light handling marks throughout wood. Bores clear. Ejectors strong. Front bead missing its color insert. Excellent and light handling upland game gun. 50989-4 FTL (2,250-3,250) – Lot 1182

1183
$2,050.00

*BOXED WINCHESTER MODEL 101 28 GAUGE SKEET GUN.

SN K229658. Cal. 28 ga. 28″ ventilated rib bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, chokes marked SKEET/SKEET. Twin metal beads. Single selective trigger. Auto ejectors. Checkered straight grain walnut with metal capped pistol grip. Winchester marked hard rubber buttplate. LOP 14″. Accompanied by orig yellow and red/black plaid box with orig dividers, packing & paperwork. End label SN to gun. CONDITION: Very fine. This gun is nearly new & is perhaps unfired since leaving factory. All finishes nearly pristine with the most minor marks. Some light dried oil on interior faces of components. Box is excellent with a couple of ripped corners. 50736-4 TJW (2,750-4,000) – Lot 1183

1184
$5,750.00

*ABSOLUTELY STUNNING GOLD INLAID WINCHESTER MODEL 97 CUSTOM BLACK DIAMOND STYLE 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN E869752. Cal. 20ga. Marked 2-3/4″ chamber, 28″ bbl with solid matted rib. Silver tone front bead with brass mid-bead. Bbl marked FULL choke. Scroll engraved wedges at bbl breech. Bbl marked “MODEL 1897” ahead of Winchester trademark marking. Right side of bbl is marked with Winchester address and patents. Proof mark on left side of bbl rib and left side of receiver top matting. Trap Grade style forend with prominent figure. Checkered in diamond pattern. Forend slide bar is marked “MODEL 1897 WINCHESTER” with trademarks and is enclosed by two gold inlaid parentheses. Takedown pump action. Bolt is marked “TRAP GUN”. Checkered hammer. Receiver has been treated to fantastically executed engraving. Left side gold inlaid flying grouse with two gold Pointer hunting scene. Game scene surrounded by foliate scroll with full scroll work around border of receiver side. Receiver borders have been inlaid with fine gold wire. Right side of receiver has wonderful game scene with gold Pointer and two flying gold grouse, again, with foliate scroll and border engraving. Straight grip feather crotch highly figured stock with black diamond inlays on right and left side at grip. Fluted comb. Winchester marked buttplate. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine. This gun is in nearly new condition after its stunning upgrade. High quality factory type rich blue is retained on nearly all surfaces of this gun’s metal work with only the slightest wear to forend slide bar. Bbl and magazine tube show nearly all finish. Some blue loss on magazine tube from sliding the forend. The most tiny marks on left front edge of receiver from takedown reassembly. Minor blue loss on bolt edge from travel. The highly finished stock and forend retain all professionally applied satin gloss finish. Checkering is perfectly sharp and wonderfully executed. Buttplate is in pristine condition. This gun operates smoothly and as it should. An absolutely exquisite 20ga Winchester Model 97 shotgun. 50387-21 TJW (5,000-7,000) C&R – Lot 1184

1185
$1,610.00

*RARE AND DESIRABLE WINCHESTER MODEL 1897 BLACK DIAMOND TRAP GUN.

SN E543913. Cal. 12ga. 30″ matted bbl with slg front metal bead. Marked FULL choke on right side of bbl matting. Trap Grade checkered forend. Takedown action with “TRAP GUN” marked bolt. Receiver top matted. Straight grip stock with black diamond inlay on both sides of grip, fluted comb and orig Winchester marked solid rubber recoil pad. 13-3/4″ LOP over solid pad. Checkered hammer. SNs matching on frame and bbl assembly. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbl retains nearly all of its factory blue, thinning in areas. Bright, shiny, unpitted bore. Wear at muzzle. Minor scratching ahead of magazine from being taken down. Bbl and magazine ring shows some toning. Magazine tube is factory blued showing wear and thinning from being operated. Slide bar has blue loss from being operated, markings are sharp and clear. Markings on bbl are crisp and clean. Winchester proof mark left side of matting; proof mark on receiver. Receiver ring retains 50% blue, remainder toning to patina. Receiver retains nearly all of its factory blue with most wear limited to sharp edges. Very minor handling marks. Bolt retains factory blue and is clean and bright. Screws are excellent. Buttstock and forend fit beautifully and exhibit light finish added. Checkering is distinct with finish added. Winchester solid red pad is in excellent condition. This gun operates crisply yet smoothly. A very nice, hard to find unmolested Black Diamond Trap Gun. 50387-19 TJW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1185

1186
$1,092.50

*COLLECTOR QUALITY WINCHESTER MODEL 97 FIELD GRADE TAKEDOWN 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 964106. Cal. 12ga. Factory marked 2-3/4 chamber, 30″ plain bbl with sgl metal front bead. Factory marked FULL choke. 18 ring type round forend, takedown pump action. Uncapped, uncheckered pistol grip pistol stock with fluted comb with Winchester marked hard rubber buttplate. 13-3/4″ LOP. Checkered hammer. SNs matching on frame and bbl assembly. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: Excellent. This shotgun’s metal work retains nearly all of its factory applied blue. Blue loss limited to very minor use. Bbl has 98+% factory finish with minor wear at muzzle and assorted minor handling marks. Slight scratching on underside of bbl from magazine tube during disassembly. Bbl has standard Model 97 markings on left and right side of the bbl. Winchester proof mark on top of bbl and receiver. Magazine tube retains nearly all factory blue with minor scratching. Wear marks on tube behind forend. Slide action bar shows wear from limited use. Receiver exhibits little to no carry wear. Blue loss on high sharp edges; scattered minor handling marks. Slight marks on front edge of receiver from takedown re-assembly. Screws are perfect and un-turned. Blued trigger and hammer. Forend retains all of its factory finish and is in perfect condition. Buttstock is virtually unmarked from use and retains 100% of its finish. Winchester buttplate is sharp and clean and unchipped. Gun functions smoothly and as it should. This is a collector quality Field Grade 50s era late production Model 97. 50387-18 TJW (600-1,000) C&R – Lot 1186

1187
$632.50

*WINCHESTER MODEL 97 TAKEDOWN FIELD GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN E999404. Cal. 12ga. Chamber 2-3/4″, 30″ plain bbl and metal front bead. Factory marked FULL choke. 14 ring flat bottom forend. Takedown pump action. Uncapped, uncheckered pistol grip walnut stock with fluted comb and Winchester marked hard rubber buttplate. 13-1/2″ LOP. Cross-ribbed hammer. SNs are matching on frame and bbl assembly. Correct post-war features. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbl retains nearly all of its factory applied finish with thinning at the muzzle and slight freckling. Magazine tube is factory finished with blue loss from slight operation. Bore is bright, shiny and unpitted. Standard Winchester Model 97 markings on left side of bbl. Clean and prominent proof marks on both bbl and receiver. Receiver shows very slight carry wear on underside. Very minor marks on front edge of receiver from takedown reassembly. Screws are perfect and un-turned. Blued trigger. Forend retains nearly all factory finish with the most minor handling marks. Buttstock retains nearly all factory finish with numerous handling marks and minor scuffs. Hard rubber Winchester buttplate is undersized. This gun operates smoothly and as it should. A very nice example of a late Model 97 shotgun. 50387-20 TJW (500-800) C&R – Lot 1187

1188
$575.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 97 FIELD GRADE TAKEDOWN 16 GAUGE PRE-WAR SHOTGUN.

SN 756398. Cal. 16ga. 28″ plain bbl with metal front bead, factory marked FULL choke, 18 ring round type forend, takedown pump action. Uncapped, uncheckered pistol grip fluted comb stock. Winchester marked hard rubber buttplate. 13-3/4″ LOP. Checkered hammer. SNs are matching on frame and bbl assembly. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: This gun has been fully restored, both metal and wood with a bright blue finish on metal. Markings remain clear. Shows virtually no blue loss since restoration. Winchester proof marks on bbl and receiver. Bore is bright and unpitted. Standard Winchester markings on left side of bbl and on slide bar. Forend and buttstock retain all of the reapplied finish with the most minor of handling marks. This gun operates smoothly and as it should. A sound example of a 16ga 97. 50387-17 TJW (400-600) C&R – Lot 1188

1189
$3,450.00

*EXTREMELY NICE PRE-64 WINCHESTER MODEL 12 16 GAUGE SKEET GRADE GUN.

SN 819740. Cal. 16ga. Chamber factory marked 2-3/4″, 26″ solid matted rib bbl, Bradley type red front bead, steel mid-bead. Factory marked “WS-1″ choke. Skeet style diamond pattern checkered forend. Takedown hammerless pump action. Fluted checkered pistol grip stock with Winchester grip cap and Winchester hard rubber buttplate. Stock exhibits nice grain pattern. 14” LOP. SNs are matching on frame and bbl assembly. Factory “SKEET” marking below SN on receiver, “W” ahead of loading port. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbl retains 97% of its orig factory blue with very minor oxidation peppering scattered. Slight fine scratches on both sides of bbl above forend. Magazine tube retains nearly all factory blue with blue loss just ahead of forend from being taken down. Forearm action bar retains nearly all blue. Factory markings both right and left side of bbl are crisp. Proof mark left side of rib and receiver top. Bore is bright, shiny and unpitted. Receiver retains nearly all of its orig factory blue with very slight and minor pitting areas grouped on left side of receiver above safety which have gone to silver. Extremely minor marks on front edge, left side of receiver from takedown reassembly. This gun shows virtually zero wear on underside, sharp edges and trigger guard. Screws are excellent. Forend retains all of its factory finish, with the most minor of handling marks. Buttstock retains nearly all of its factory finish with minor handling marks and some scuffing to right side of toe area. Checkering is clean and crisp. This Model 12 operates smoothly. Truly a collector quality pre-war hard to find 16ga Skeet Grade Model 12. 50595-16 TJW (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1189

1190
$1,437.50

*WINCHESTER MODEL 42 POST WAR SKEET GRADE SLIDE ACTION SHOTGUN.

SN 130077. Cal. .410. 26″ bbl, doughnut post ventilated rib, 3″ chamber. Skeet choke. Ivory Bradley front bead & mid bead. Winchester proof marks not visible on bbl & receiver, rib likely added. Skeet grade forend & checkered capped pistol grip, metal grip cap. Winchester logo hard rubber buttplate. LOP 13-3/4″. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl appears to be a high quality reblue, some markings lightly polished. Magazine & slide bar appear to have orig blue & show light wear from use. Receiver retains bright blue with some loss at sharp edges. Wood finish is very nice, tiny dings & 1/2″ chip out of wood at toe. Buttplate sound. Mirror bore. Good mechanics. 50989-8 TJW (2,000-3,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 1190

1191
$0.00

*THREE WINCHESTER PUMP SHOTGUNS.

SN 42268/1851441/1865390. 1) WINCHESTER MODEL 42 FIELD GUN. Cal. 410. 28″ plain bbl with fixed MOD choke. 3″ chamber as marked. Round grooved pre-war style forearm with pistol grip walnut stock having orig buttplate. 2) WINCHESTER MODEL 12 SHOTGUN. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ bbl with added Simmons oval post vent rib having Glowworm front sight having white plastic mid bead. FULL choke. 2-3/4″ chamber as marked. Orig large brown grooved forend. Replacement Monte Carlo trap dimension stock with hand checkering. LOP: 14-3/4″ over Pachmayr brown ventilated pad. 3) WINCHESTER MODEL 12 ASSEMBLED BLACK DIAMOND SHOTGUN. Cal. 12 ga. Late 1950s action and receiver extension assembled with 1920s vintage bbl and stocks. 26″ nickel steel bbl with solid rib having CYL choke. Hand jeweled bolt and carrier. Straight grip fancy walnut stock with black diamond inlays and trap grade wraparound checkering. LOP: 13-3/4″ over added Hawkins pad. Small round forearm of fancy walnut wraparound trap grade checkering to match stock. CONDITION: 1) Receiver has good blue showing numerous scratches. Bbl and mag tube have lightly worn blue fading to a slightly plum cast. Good bore. Stocks have orig finish showing numerous scratches and handling marks. 2) Retains over 80% Simmons re-blue finish. Good bright bore. Forearm has orig finish with light scratches and marks. Stocks shows numerous scratches and marks. 3) Metal has bright high polish re-blue. Good bore. Bbl and receiver extension have plum coloration. Sanded and refinished stocks with worn checkering showing some heavy handling marks. 51043-5 DS (2,750-4,750) C&R – Lot 1191

1192
$2,875.00

*RARE WINCHESTER MODEL 20 JUNIOR TRAP SHOOTING OUTFIT.

SN 406. Cal. 410 ga. This rare set contains a Winchester model 20 single bbl shotgun that has a full 26″ choke bbl with brass bead and standard markings. 2-1/2″ chamber. Walnut buttstock with uncapped pistol grip and snap on schnable tip forearm. Winchester marked hard rubber buttplate. Accompanied by orig black fiberboard carrying case with green oilcloth lining. Included is a Winchester “Midget Hand Trap” with wooden handle. Three full boxes of Winchester Super Speed 2-1/2″ .410 shot shells in yellow and red boxes. One box skeet load #9’s and two boxes #5 shot. In large bottom compartment of case is an orig Winchester picture box for 100 midget size clay targets with nice graphics on top and complete end labels. There are nine miniature targets marked Mossberg/Targo. Partial pad of orig Winchester score sheets and trap shooting outfit description brochure. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Jim Baldwin. CONDITION: Good. Bbl retains its orig blue which is beginning to brown, areas of thinning and wear from use. Bright bore. Receiver has much of its orig bright factory blue with wear at high edges and handling marks from use. Small scratches and dings. Trigger guard is toning to brown patina. Stock and forend with orig factory finish. Small bumps and bruises on forend. Buttstock is nicer than average with scattered handling marks commensurate with use. Buttplate is excellent. Gun is tight. Mechanics good. Forend latch weak. Exterior of case is about average for age. All hardware is present and oxidized. Brown leather-wrapped handle may be replacement but has age. Interior compartments are good with some deterioration to areas of lining. Top lid divider slightly out of shape. Interior straps are good with one loose in right side compartment. Shell boxes are sound, slightly dirty and show case wear. Clay target picture box is good with edge soiling and is missing small portions of its label. Hand trap in fair condition with oxidation on metal, handle very good. Pad of score sheets have yellowed and some separated. Brochure oil soaked and creases separated. 50975-16 TJW (3,500-5,000) C&R – Lot 1192

1193
$402.50

*WINCHESTER MODEL 36 BOLT ACTION SHOTGUN.

SN NSN. Cal. 9 mm RF. 17-1/2″ rnd bbl integral with single shot action. Unique and unusual shotgun, only about 20,000 manufactured 1920-27. Wood stock with wagon wheel buttplate and curl sheet metal trigger guard. CONDITION: Metal finish has faded to even brown patina. Dark bore with some pitting. Refinished stock shows scattered handing marks with small chips at toe and cracks at forearm tip. 51046-8 DS (500-800) C&R – Lot 1193

1194
$3,737.50

*CASED WINCHESTER GRAND EUROPEAN OVER-UNDER RIFLE/SHOTGUN WITH SCOPE.

SN DRN00351. Cal. 30-06. 23-1/2″ bbls, ramp front sight & quarter rib with folding rear sight & mounted quick release scope bases. Receiver engraved in Grand European Style with boar on left, elk on right, sheep on floorplate. Fancy grained figured walnut, pistol grip capped buttstock with cheekpiece, solid red Winchester pad. Factory sling swivel bases. Leupold “VARI-X II” scope with duplex reticle & quick release rings. Winchester luggage case & paperwork. CONDITION: Fine. Rifle retains virtually all factory blue, with blue loss at forend attachment points. Mint bores. Receiver & other metal work with hardly a mark. Buttstock & forend with excellent factory finish & minor handling marks. Gun is tight with excellent mechanics. Optics clear. Case excellent. 50755-6 TJW (2,500-4,000) – Lot 1194

1195
$2,300.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 54 SUPERGRADE BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 44776A. Cal. 30-06. Differing from the standard rifle primarily in stock design, the Supergrade was introduced in 1934. 24″ bbl with stippled ramp front sight, filler in rear dovetail and Lyman receiver sight. Floorplate is marked “Supergrade”. low comb cheekpiece Sporter stock with black forearm tip, hard rubber grip cap, checkered steel buttplate and military style sling on Supergrade swivels. Hand checkering wraps around wrist and bottom of forearm with open diamond around bbl screw. CONDITION: Orig blue shows spots of light fading and edge wear. Refinished stock shows a few small marks. Very good bore. 50707-7 DS (2,500-5,000) – Lot 1195

1196
$0.00

*SUPER RARE STANDARD WEIGHT BBL WINCHESTER PRE-WAR MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION RIFLE IN 375 H&H.

SN 3269. Cal. 375 H&H Mag. Early rifle fitted with 24″ standard weight bbl. Bottom of bbl marked “32”, “375” and “MNS.” The Rifleman’s Rifle by Rule states that it is believed only 10 rifles in this caliber were made with 24″ standard weight bbls. Front sight is a Lyman 31W on smooth ramp with hood. Rear sight is style 22G. Action has H&H length receiver with cloverleaf tang and pre-war safety. Bolt body is numbered to rifle. Straight comb walnut stock with 22 lpi hand checkering and sling swivels. LOP 13-3/4″ over Hawkins ventilated red recoil pad. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: Bbl and action retain nearly all of its rust blue refinish. Stock finish shows scattered scratches and handling marks. Very good bore. 50387-5 DS (9,000-14,000) – Lot 1196

1197
$5,750.00

*WINCHESTER PRE-64 MODEL 70 SUPER GRADE AFRICAN BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 401944. Cal. 458. 25″ bbl with hooded ramp front sight and Winchester adjustable sporting rear sight. Bolt body extractor and follower have jeweled finish. Bolt is numbered to rifle. Monte Carlo cheekpiece, stock of finely grained walnut with super grade style hand checkering. Stock features include 3/8″ bakelite plugs over both sides of stock rivets, steel grip cap, super grade swivels and solid red Winchester recoil pad. Floorplate marked “Supergrade”. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: Bbl and action retain 98% blue. Bolt handle shows slight fading. Floorplate has small scratches. Bolt body retains 80% jeweling. Stock has very good orig finish showing scattered scratches. Very good bore. 50387-13 DS (5,000-7,000) – Lot 1197

1198
$7,475.00

*WINCHESTER PRE-64 MODEL 70 SUPERGRADE AFRICAN BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 365667. Cal. 458 Win Mag. Early African, 25″ bbl without recoil block having “56” date marking. With hooded ramp front sight with Winchester adjustable sporting rear sight. Bolt body extractor and follower are jeweled. Bolt is numbered to rifle. Floorplate marked “supergrade”. Monte Carlo cheekpiece, stock of nicely grained walnut with supergrade checkering. Stock has single cross bolt, steel grip cap, solid red pad and supergrade swivels. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: Bbl and action retain over 98% orig blue. Bolt handle shows slight fading and bolt body shows small amount of wear on jeweled surfaces. Very good stock finish with a few small marks. Very good bore. 50387-12 DS (5,000-7,000) – Lot 1198

1199
$4,600.00

*WINCHESTER PRE-WAR MODEL 70 SUPERGRADE BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 9915. Cal. 220 Swift. Pre-war features including safety, cloverleaf tang, and un-drilled rear bridge with clip loading slots. Bolt is numbered to rifle. Two partition mag box with 2-3/4″ opening stamped “6”. Standard style extractor with proper extractor ring and ejector. Floorplate is stamped “supergrade”. 26″ bbl. Bottom is marked “22S” and has date mark “36”. Stipple ramp hooded Lyman 31W front sight with 22G rear sight. Straight comb cheekpiece walnut stock with supergrade checkering. Features include black forearm tip, hard rubber grip cap, checkered steel buttplate and supergrade swivels. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: Bbl, receiver and bolt have very good rust blue finish. Floorplate and trigger guard show edge wear and light scratches. Buttplate and swivels have thinning blue. Stock finish shows scattered scratches and handling marks. Very good bright bore. 50387-7 DS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 1199

1200
$4,600.00

*WINCHESTER PRE-64 MODEL 70 SUPERGRADE BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 374342. Cal. 243. Third type rifle with 24″ bbl, bottom of bbl double stamped “SUPER” forward of “243” and date marking “56”. Hooded ramp front sight with 16B folding rear sight. Bolt is numbered to rifle and has jeweled body extractor and follower. Floorplate is marked “Supergrade”. Monte Carlo cheekpiece stock with supergrade checkering. Features include black forearm tip, steel grip cap, checkered steel buttplate ans supergrade swivels. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Bbl has very good rust blue finish. Action and bottom metal have good finish showing slight edge wear with fading on bolt handle. Buttplate has blue loss and spots of pitting. Orig stock finish has area of raised finish and butt section with spots of dark staining around buttplate from apparent water exposure. Very good bore. 50595-46 DS (3,500-5,500) – Lot 1200

1201
$3,450.00
Revised: 9/14/2016

Please Note: This firearm is a Pre-64, not Pre-364 as noted in the catalog title.

*WINCHESTER MODEL 70 ALASKAN PRE-64 BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 408597. Cal. 338 Win Mag. Alaskan grade rifle as produced from 1959-1963. 25″ bbl with fitted ramp front sight and folding leaf rear sight. Walnut Monte Carlo stock with orig solid red recoil pad, sling swivels and standard pattern hand checkering. SN marking on bottom of bolt unusually dark and strong. Orig bolt tag with proper SN is still in place on bolt handle. Includes orig box with properly numbered label and hand tag. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: 99% blue showing very slight edge wear on floorplate. Stock finish is very good showing only a few light indentations and marks. Bore very good. Box lid has tear 14-1/2″ from label end. Label is slightly faded. 50387-16 DS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1201

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1202
$3,450.00

*WINCHESTER PRE-64 MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 93982. Cal. 35 Rem. Third type rifle with 24″ bbl having type 3A markings, bottom of bbl marked “35 Rem” with “47” date marking. Stippled ramp hooded 103C front sight with 22G rear sight. Bolt shows evidence of renumbering to match receiver. Two partition mag box with 2-9/16″ opening stamped “7”. Short mag follower and spring. Extractor show evidence of grinding on face and is stamped “R”. Proper 250-3000 style ejector and extractor ring. Low comb walnut stock with hand checkering, sling swivels and checkered steel buttplate. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: Bbl has good blue with small scratches and spots of wear. Receiver with good matte blue. Bolt handle shows some blue wear on knob. Trigger guard and floorplate show light edge wear. Buttplate is re-blued. Refinished stock showing scattered light marks. Very good bore. 50387-9 DS (2,500-4,500) – Lot 1202

1203
$2,875.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 70 TRANSITION BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 56027. Cal. 35 Rem. 24″ bbl having type 3A bbl markings. Bottom of bbl has “41” date and no caliber marking. Second type transition safety. Bolt body is dished under SN indicating re-marking to matched rifle. Cloverleaf tang receiver with clip loading slots and un-drilled matted rear bridge. Two partition mag box with 2-9/16″ opening stamped “7”. Short mag follower and spring. Extractor stamped “R”. Proper 250-3000 extractor ring. Incorrect standard style ejector. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: Bbl, receiver and bolt handle retain nearly all their restored rust blue finish. Floorplate and trigger guard have orig blue showing small scratches and slight edge wear. Re-blued bluttplate. Stock has very good re-finish showing a few small marks. Very good bore. 50387-8 DS (2,500-4,500) – Lot 1203

1204
$3,910.00
Revised: 9/29/2016

Please Note: The caliber was not mentioned in description; the caliber is 7mm Mauser.

*WINCHESTER PRE-64 MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 294215. Post-war standard grade rifle with 24″ bbl. Bbl has “50” date marking on bottom with proper vintage “3C” format roll die marking. Stippled ramp hooded front sight with Marbles “69” folding leaf rear sight. Bolt is numbered to rifle. Monte Carlo walnut stock with hand checkering, sling swivels and checkered steel buttplate. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: Bbl and action retain over 95% blue. Bolt handle shows slight fading. Floorplate and trigger plate screws show screwdriver distortion. Very good stock finish showing widely scattered scratches and marks. Very good bore. 50387-14 DS (3,500-5,500) – Lot 1204

1205
$3,162.50

*WINCHESTER PRE-64 MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 178126. Cal. 300 Savage. Rifle has third type safety. Bolt has unusually heavy matching SN marking. Parts are consistent with caliber including magazine box marked “6”, short follower and spring, standard extractor marked “A”, no. “4” ejector and proper extractor ring with braised on extension. 24″ bbl with style “3B” markings. Bottom of bbl marked “300 SAV” with “46” date mark. Stippled ramp “103C” hooded front sight with “22G” rear sight. Straight comb walnut stock with hand checkering, sling swivels and checkered steel buttplate. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: Bbl has very good blue with a luster that appears brighter than normal. Receiver has matte blue showing light edge wear. Bolt handle shows very slight wear. Bottom metal has very good blue. Stock has very good airbrush applied refinish. Very good bright bore. 50387-11 DS (2,500-4,500) – Lot 1205

1206
$4,025.00

*WINCHESTER PRE-WAR MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION CARBINE.

SN 38329. Cal. 7mm. Pre-war features include safety, cloverleaf tang and un-drilled rear bridge with clip loading slot. Bolt has unusually deep dark matching SN indicating possible re-marking. 20″ bbl marked on bottom “7 M/M” with date marking “41”. Stippled ramp hooded front sight with replacement blade along with filler in rear dovetail and Lyman 48WJS receiver sight. Straight comb checkered walnut stock with checkered steel buttplate and sling swivels. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: Bbl, receiver and bolt have very good restored rust blue finish. Floorplate and trigger guard show light scratches. Re-blued buttplate. Refinished stock has bright luster with freshened checkering and shows a few small handling marks. Very good bore. 50387-6 DS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1206

1207
$4,600.00

*WINCHESTER PRE-WAR MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 3111. Cal. 250-3000 Savage. Standard grade rifle with pre-war features including safety and cloverleaf tang. Bolt body numbered to rifle. 24″ bbl with stippled ramp hooded front sight and No. 22H rear sight. Bottom on bbl has date code of 36. Straight comb walnut stock featuring 22 lpi hand checkering with checkered steel buttplate and sling swivels. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: Bbl and rec retain 98% orig rust blue. Both handle and bottom metal show slight fading. Very good stock finish showing light and scattered handling marks. Very good bore. 50387-4 DS (3,000-4,500) – Lot 1207

1208
$3,162.50

*WINCHESTER PRE-WAR MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 5756. Cal. 22 Hornet. Early rifle with pre-war features including safety and cloverleaf tang. 24″ bbl with hooded ramp front sight and filler in rear sight dovetail. Rec is fitted with Lyman No. 48 rec sight. Bolt body is numbered to gun. Low comb walnut stock with checkered steel buttplate, sling swivel and 22 lpi hand checkering. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: Bbl and rec retain 97% rust blue finish showing slight wear at muzzle. Bolt handle and floorplate have thinning blue. Stock has lightly worn finish showing scattered handling marks. Very good bore. 50387-1 DS (2,500-3,500) – Lot 1208

1209
$0.00

*WINCHESTER PRE-64 MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 101687. Cal. 22 Hornet. 24″ bbl with hooded ramp front sight and elevator adjusted rear sight. Bolt has third type safety and is numbered to rifle. Straight comb walnut stock with hand checkering, sling swivels and checkered steel buttplate. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: Over 90% orig blue showing slight edge wear with fading on bolt handle and floorplate. Stock finish shows light wear with small spots of loss and numerous handling marks including an area of abrasions along left side of action. Very good bore. 50387-10 DS (2,250-3,250) – Lot 1209

1210
$2,070.00

*VERY FINE PRE-WAR WINCHESTER MODEL 70 CALIBER 220 SWIFT.

SN 4796. Cal. 220 Swift. Manufactured in 1937 with 26″ bbl with blue finish overall with Lyman receiver sight, early wing type safety on matching bolt. Traditional checkered Winchester stock with proper metal checkered buttplate. CONDITION: Exceptional overall with most all blue finish remaining on receiver. Stock has had a slight additional coat of finish applied and is very difficult to discern from factory. Trigger guard has slight finish loss from period flaking. Bore and mechanics are excellent. Receiver ring has the proper two holes for scope mount and bridge of receiver has none. A very fine example of a pre-war Model 70. 50989-13 TDW (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1210

1211
$1,725.00

*CUSTOMIZED WINCHESTER MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 835. Cal. 257 Roberts. Action has pre-war safety and cloverleaf tang. 24″ bbl with hooded ramp front sight and Williams filler in rear dovetail. Bausch & Lomb Balfor-A external adjustment scope with fine dot reticle. Custom straight comb classic style Sporter stock of black walnut. Stock features ebony tip insert, ebony diamond around forend screw and utilizes Winchester hard river grip cap and checkered steel buttplate. Checkering is borderless with point pattern style. Unmarked leather sling on Winchester style sling swivels. Weight 8 lb 15 oz. CONDITION: Very good blue with blotchy of flaking on floorplate. Buttplate finish has faded to gray. Stock has satin finish showing a few small marks. Very good bore. 50707-8 DS (2,500-5,000) – Lot 1211

1212
$1,725.00

*WINCHESTER PRE-64 MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 331350. Cal. 220 Swift. 25″ stainless steel bbl with blue iron plated finish. Hooded ramp front sight and folding leaf rear sight. Bolt marked with matching SN. Walnut Monte Carlo stock with hand checkering, sling swivel and checkered steel buttplate. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: Iron plated bbl finish is very good, showing only slight wear at muzzle. Rec, floor plate and trigger guard retain over 95% blue with slight edge wear and small spots of finish loss. Finish on bolt handle is becoming light from normal use. Orig stock finish shows small areas of finish loss on forearm with scattered scratches and handling marks being most prominent on butt section. Very good bright bore. 50387-15 DS (1,500-2,000) – Lot 1212

1213
$1,035.00

*WINCHESTER PRE-WAR MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 2307. Cal. 270 WCF. Very early rifle with pre-war safety and cloverleaf tang. Rear receiver bridge has clip loading slots and matted surface without sight attachment holes. Bolt is numbered to rifle. 24″ bbl with stippled ramp hooded front sight with replacement blade, filler in rear sight dovetail along with Lyman 48 receiver sight. Straight comb walnut stock with 22 lpi hand checkering, sling swivels and checkered steel buttplate. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: Bbl and receiver have very good orig rust blue finish showing light wear at muzzle and at bolt handle. Floorplate and trigger guard have very good refinished blue. Unsanded stock has light coat of added finish, with scattered handling marks and shows an area of abrasion on bottom of forearm with deep gauge on right forearm checkering. Very good bore. 50387-2 DS (900-1,350) – Lot 1213

1214
$2,012.50

*WINCHESTER MODEL 70 PRE-64 BOLT ACTION CARBINE.

SN 226196. Cal. 30-06. Third type rifle with matching SN on bolt. SN indicates 1952 manufacture. 30-06 carbines were last listed in 1946 catalog. 20″ bbl carbine style with bottom marked “9061” and “41” date code. Stippled ramp and rear sight slot have fillers, Lyman Alaskan 2-1/2 power scope with post reticle on Buehler 2-pc mounts. Low comb checkered walnut stock with checkered steel buttplate. “Lawrence Tool” leather sling on orig swivels. CONDITION: Bbl has very good rust blue finish with small bright spots near muzzle. Receiver, bolt handle and bottom handle show small amount thinning and edge wear. Stock finish shows scattered light handling marks. Very good bore. 50707-12 DS (2,000-3,500) – Lot 1214

1215
$0.00

*WINCHESTER PRE-64 MODEL 70 STANDARD WEIGHT BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 130339. Cal. 30-06. 24″ bbl with ramp mounted Marbles Sheard bead front sight with folding leaf rear sight. Bolt is numbered to rifle. Action has standard post-war features with plug screws removed for scope mounting. Straight comb checkered walnut stock with replacement swivel bases. LOP: shortened to 13″ over added solid red Winchester pad. CONDITION: Bbl has good orig blue. Receiver, bolt handle and bottom metal have fading blue. Very good bore. Stock has light coat of added finish over moderate wear with scattered handling marks. 51034-25 DS (1,000-2,500) C&R – Lot 1215

1216
$1,440.00

*WINCHESTER PRE-WAR MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 34266. Cal. 30-06. Bolt is numbered to rifle and has pre-war safety. Cloverleaf tang receiver has quick loading slots and un-drilled matted rear bridge. 24″ bbl with matted ramp hooded 103C front sight, 22G rear sight with Lyman 57WJS receiver sight. Straight comb walnut stock with hand checkering, sling swivels and checkered steel buttplate. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: Bbl and receiver have good rust bluing showing spots of wear and thinning at muzzle. Floorplate and trigger guard have spots of finish loss and edge wear. Stock has lightly worn finish showing scattered scratches and marks. Very good bore. 50387-3 DS (1,000-1,500) – Lot 1216

1217
$4,600.00

*SUPERB WINCHESTER MODEL 52B SPORTER BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 74966B. Cal. 22 LR. 24″ rnd bbl, hooded ramp front sight, Lyman 48F receiver sight. Bolt with matching SN. Correct Winchester mag. Floorplate marked “SPORTING”. 1-pc Monte Carlo stock with capped pistol grip and ebony forend tip. Diamond checkering pattern on underside. Super Grade sling swivels and bases. Winchester logo grip cap. Steel checkered buttplate. CONDITION: Very Fine. Bbl and receiver retain nearly all of the factory blue, as does floorplate, trigger bow and bolt handle. Sharp markings. Minor flaking on floorplate. Orig wood finish is excellent with scattered marks and a few dings from use. Right side grip area shows some rubs, probably from a ring. Light oxidation on buttplate. Crisp mechanics. Bright bore, sharp rifling. 50736-3 TJW (4,500-6,500) C&R – Lot 1217

1218
$4,312.50

*FINE WINCHESTER MODEL 52B SPORTER BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 68832B. Cal. 22 LR. 24″ rnd bbl, front ramp with Lyman sporting bead sight, hood missing, Lyman 48F receiver sight. Bolt with matching SN. Correct Winchester mag. Floorplate marked “SPORTING”. Monte Carlo buttstock with capped checkered pistol grip with ebony forend tip. Diamond checkering pattern on underside of forend. Super Grade sling swivel bases. Steel checkered buttplate. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Fine. Rifle retains nearly all of its bbl and receiver blue, as does the bolt, floorplate and trigger bow. Buttstock is fine with scattered handling marks. Light wear and fine oxidation on buttplate. Mechanics are crisp. Bright bore, sharp rifling. 50595-51 TJW (3,000-4,500) C&R – Lot 1218

1219
$2,875.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 52 SPORTER BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 41028. Cal. 22 LR. 24″ rnd bbl, hooded ramp front sight, Lyman 48F receiver sight. Top of receiver has been dovetailed for high quality scope bases and quick release style rings. Lyman Alaskan 2-1/2x scope with post and crosshair reticle. Bolt with matching SN. Correct Winchester mag. Floorplate marked “SPORTING”. Monte Carlo stock with capped pistol grip and ebony forend tip. Diamond checkering on underside of forend. Super grade sling swivel bases. Steel checkered buttplate. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very good plus. Retains nearly all of its deep blue with very light loss at muzzle, some minor marks and with sharp markings. Floorplate and trigger guard with touches of oxidation. Bolt handle with light flaking. Excellent screws. Wood finish is excellent with very minor flaking and normal handling marks. Minuscule chip at toe. Bright bore, sharp rifling. Mechanics fine. Optics clear. 50595-47 TJW (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 1219

1220
$2,300.00

*FINE WINCHESTER MODEL 07 RIFLE FOLSOM PRISON MARKED.

SN 53092. Cal. 351. 20″ bbl, Marbles no. 3 front sight, standard rear sight, 5 rnd mag, heavy forend and buttstock, uncapped pistol grip. Curl tip on cocking rod. Factory swivels, leather sling. Marked on underside of butt “PROP FOLSOM PRISON”. Underside of pistol grip marked “13”. Early post-war production. CONDITION: Fine. Bright orig blue with very faint oxidation at muzzle, hardly noticeable. Buttstock and forend with orig varnish. Assorted handling marks. Concentration of fine scratches on left side of buttstock below comb, possibly from guards duty belt, may have been rubbed with oil. Left side of safety marked with yellow paint. Fine bore. 50323-2 TJW (2,000-3,500) C&R – Lot 1220

1221
$3,737.50

*WINCHESTER SECOND MODEL DELUXE 1890 SLIDE ACTION RIFLE.

SN 270392. Cal. 22 WRF. 24″ oct bbl, standard sights with replaced elevator. Second model takedown receiver stamped “WRF” on face. Round ribbed forend. Nicely figured capped pistol grip buttstock with Winchester logo cap. Crescent buttplate. CONDITION: Good plus. Bbl retains much orig thinning blue, wear on high edges. Mag tube retains thinning blue. Receiver with nice orig blue which is thinning & flaking, light surface pitting. Wood is sound, showing moderate wear with much orig varnish. Normal handling marks. Bore is dark with rifling present. 51014-3 TJW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1221

1222
$4,600.00

*TWO COLLECTOR WINCHESTER MODEL 61 RIFLES.

1) WINCHESTER 61. SN 274360. Cal. 22lr. 24″ rnd bbl. Standard sights. 17 groove forend. Grooved receiver top. Untapped top tang. Uncheckered pistol grip stock. Winchester logo buttplate. Winchester box with end label numbered to gun and paperwork. CONDITION: Appears as new. Receiver top & bottom show play. Crisp box. C&R 2) WINCHESTER 61. SN 38215. Cal. .22 lr. 24″ oct bbl. Marked -.22 LONG R.- Standard sights. Ungrooved receiver. Small “W” stamped bottom of receiver. 17 groove forend. Uncheckered pistol grip. Metal buttplate. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl & magazine tube retain all blued finish, muzzle bright. Slight oxidation on rear sight. Receiver retains nearly all blue. Slight oxidation at top right side receiver. Very light scratching below ejection port. Stock & forend show slight handling marks, perhaps with light wipe-on finish added. Two fantastic Model 61 rifles. 50426-39, 50426-40 TJW (4,000-6,000) – Lot 1222

1223
$2,012.50

*GROUP OF 3; 2 WINCHESTER MODEL 62A RIFLES, 1 WINCHESTER MODEL 62 RIFLE.

1) WINCHESTER 62. SN 93386A. Cal. 22lr. Model 62. 23″ rnd bbl. Blued finish. Standard sights. 10 groove forend. Small “W” stamped bottom receiver. Winchester logo buttplate. Vintage Model 62 picture box. CONDITION: Excellent. Virtually all orig Bbl & magazine blue. Receiver bright blue, very minor losses limited to fine scratches left bottom edge receiver & top from bolt travel. Bolt faded to brown patina. Bolt does not seem to lock up. Screws are excellent. Forend & buttstock retain all finish, minor handling marks. Excellent bore. Sound box, number unreadable. 2) WINCHESTER 62A. SN 240207. Cal. 22 lr. Model 62A. 23″ rnd bbl. Blued finish. After market sights. 17 groove forend. Figured wood. Winchester logo buttplate. CONDITION: Fine overall condition as restored. Excellent bore. 3) WINCHESTER 62A. SN 383168. Cal. 22 lr. Model 62A. 23″ rnd bbl. Blued finish. Standard sights. “WINCHESTER” engraved on left receiver filled in red. 17 groove forend. Winchester logo buttplate. CONDITION: Excellent as enhanced. Gun retains nearly all blued finish. Excellent bore. Hammer safety notch inoperable. Areas of toning in blue. Wood finish enhanced. Buttplate slightly undersized. Three interesting Winchester pump guns. 50426-41, 50426-42, 50426-43 TJW (3,000-4,500) – Lot 1223

1224
$3,737.50

*GROUP OF THREE PRE-64 WINCHESTER 22 CALIBER RIFLES.

SN 228642/95317A/115854A. 1) SN: 228642. Cal. 22 S/L/LR. Model 61 slide action. 24″ rnd bbl. Standard front and rear sights. Grooved top takedown receiver. 17 groove forend and pistol grip buttstock. Steel checkered buttplate. 2) SN: 115854A. Cal. 22 LR. Model 63 semi-auto with smooth top receiver. 23″ rnd bbl. Factory sporting front and rear sights. Uncheckered forend and buttstock with pistol grip. Steel buttplate. 3) SN: 95317A. Cal. 22 LR. Model 63. 23″ rnd bbl. Factory sporting front and rear sights. Uncheckered forend and buttstock with pistol grip. Steel buttplate. CONDITION: 1) Fine. This gun retains nearly all of its factory blue with the most minor wear lines on underside of bbl behind forend from forend travel. Fantastic orig wood finish with the lightest of handling marks. Fine mechanics. Bright bore, sharp rifling. 2) Very fine. This rifle retains nearly all of its factory blue on all components. Orig wood finish with only tiny handling marks scattered. Bright bore, strong rifling. Mechanics fine. Needs a box! 3) Fine. This gun retains nearly all of its factory blue on all components with a few miniscule scratches. Forend and buttstock have kept nearly all finish with very minor nicks in buttstock. Bright bore, strong rifling. Mechanics fine. 50982-6 TJW (1,800-2,800) C&R – Lot 1224

1225
$2,587.50

*HIGH CONDITION WINCHESTER MODEL 63 SEMI-AUTO WITH BOX.

SN 176718. Cal. 22 LR. 23″ rnd bbl, sporting front and rear sights. Grooved top takedown receiver. Uncapped pistol grip. Steel buttplate. Factory box with end label appears that SN reapplied. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Jim Baldwin. CONDITION: Fine. Barrel retains nearly all factory blue, slight marks at muzzle. Forend cap toning and shows wear. Receiver retains nearly all factory blue, showing very minor marks from use. Stock and forend retain nearly all orig finish, some thinning on forend. Scattered handling marks on buttstock. Fine mechanics. Fine bore. Box, which is still partially sealed by tape, is in excellent condition. 50975-15 TJW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1225

1226
$2,300.00
Revised: 9/14/2016

Please Note: The lot does come with a spare barrel and case. It does not come with the scope as shown in photographs. It is sold as described in the catalog.

*CASED SAVAGE MODEL 99 COMBINATION SET .300 SAV AND .410 BARREL.

SN 339987. Cal. 300 Sav. 24″ rnd bbl, sporting front & rear sights. Takedown. Brass rotary mag. Case colored lever. Checkered capped pistol grip stock & forend. Right side of buttstock has tacked on oval brass medallion marked “Souvenir / Sportsman Show” with bull moose in center. Savage serrated steel buttplate. Gun is accompanied with 24″ .410 interchangeable bbl with single front bead. Orig Savage black leatherette covered carrying case. Case retains all of its nickel exterior hardware, handle is missing. Interior with purple crushed velvet lining and Savage logo affixed to inside of lid. 2-pc wiping rod. CONDITION: Good. Both bbls are orig Savage blued finish with areas of light wear & handling marks. Rifle bore good, needs cleaning. 410 bore excellent. Receiver with most of its orig blue, high edge wear. Lever has much of orig color. Stock & forend finish flaking heavily with minor handling marks. Small repaired chip at toe. Mechanics are good. Case is in above average condition inside & out. 50994-7 TJW (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1226

1227
$5,750.00

*FACTORY ENGRAVED CRESCENT GRADE SAVAGE MODEL 1899 TAKEDOWN RIFLE WITH WINCHESTER B-5 SCOPE.

SN 116850. Cal. 22 HP. 20″ rnd bbl, gold bead front sight, Lyman 2-leaf folding sight, tang mounted folding peep sight. Takedown receiver embellished with factory engraving with circular vignette of leaping buck on left side and circular vignette of buck drinking at stream on right side. Balance of receiver sides covered in scroll work with engraving continuing towards bottom of receiver. Receiver breech ring with floral engraving, as is forend takedown metal. This gun is fitted with a straight grip stock of wonderful feather grained walnut with shotgun butt. Checkered in fleur-de-lis pattern at both grip and forend. Checkered cheek panels. Savage quality Indian Head logo hard rubber buttplate. Case colored lever. Winchester B-5 scope with rings, no bases. CONDITION: About good. This gun was subjected to poor storage. Bbl is heavily rusted with four holes drilled into bbl top. Machined cut 1″ from muzzle at bottom of bbl. Receiver shows good amount of orig Savage high polish blue but is covered by generous rust. Forend assembly does not lock into place. Traces of case color on lever. Buttstock and forend are sound and uncracked with much orig finish evident but some heavy handling marks scattered. Checkering is sharp. Buttplate damaged at toe. Mechanics good. Bore dark. Scope is heavily rusted. This gun would benefit from a restoration. 50880-2 TJW (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1227

1228
$3,450.00

*FACTORY ENGRAVED EXPERT GRADE SAVAGE MODEL 1903 SLIDE ACTION RIFLE.

SN 13519. Cal. 22 LR. 24″ oct bbl, Savage micrometer rear sight. Early style forend. Takedown receiver embellished on side panels with scrolls and line borders. Top of receiver engraved with diamond and oval pattern. Buttstock nicely figured walnut with uncapped pistol grip, checkered in handsome A pattern. Crescent steel buttplate. Removable Savage marked box magazine. CONDITION: Good. Bbl retains majority of dulling blue. Action bar and forend rod have silvered. Receiver retains a generous amount of orig high polish factory blue with areas browning and wear and fine scratching. Trigger guard and tangs have gone to worn patina. Forend and buttstock have been refinished. Checkering dulled and has repaired crack through wrist, bolt has been added through face of grip to strengthen repair. Magazine finish matted blue. Bore is bright. Good mechanics. 50958-1 TJW (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1228

1229
$2,587.50

*FACTORY ENGRAVED GOLD MEDAL GRADE SAVAGE MODEL 1903 SLIDE ACTION RIFLE.

SN 100954. Cal. 22 LR. 24″ oct bbl, standard front and rear sights with fold down tang sight. Receiver engraved in factory pattern with left side engraved with Setter and foliage, right side with Pointer and foliage. Savage marked magazine. Uncapped pistol grip. Steel crescent butt with Savage Indian Head logo. CONDITION: Good. Bbl retains blue/brown oxidized finish. Action bar oxidized. Receiver, trigger guard and tangs blue/brown appearance as well with traces of factory high polish blue in protected areas. Magazine browning, as well as buttplate. Buttstock and forend sound and unsanded and have been lightly refinished. Mechanics are good. Bright bore. 50958-2 TJW (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 1229

1230
$920.00

*LOT OF TWO SAVAGE RIFLES, MODEL 29B AND 23A SPORTER W/ BOX.

1) SAVAGE 29B. NSN. Cal. 22 LR. Model 29B slide action with 24″ rnd bbl, orig sights. Takedown receiver. Uncapped pistol grip with hard rubber buttplate. CONDITION: Very good. Receive,r Barrel and magazine tube retains nearly all orig blue with slight handling marks. Upper and lower tangs show slight wear. Forend and buttstock remain sound w/handling marks and abrasions in finish. Left top of buttplate cracked. Mechanics good. Bore would benefit from cleaning. C&R 2) SAVAGE SPORTER. SN 95656. Cal. 22 LR. Model 23A Sporter bolt action with 23″ bbl, org sights incl rare receiver mounted peep w/adjustment knobs. Savage marked magazine. Steel buttplate with “SVG” logo. Accompanied by Factory box w/wood dividers and orig end label which describes gun. SN handwritten on top of box. CONDITION: Very good plus. Barrel and receiver retain nearly all orig blue. “SAVAGE SPORTER” on bbl top highlighted in white. 1-pc buttstock is sound with high gloss finish. Bright bore. Good mechanics. Box is tight with tears to top sides. C&R 50426-36, 50426-37 TJW (800-1,300) – Lot 1230

1231
$3,450.00

*BEAUTIFULLY ENGRAVED RARE MERIDEN FIREARMS MODEL 15 DELUXE SLIDE ACTION RIFLE.

SN 4318. Cal. 22. 24″ octagon bbl. Lyman ivory sporting bead front sight. Marbles blank in rear sight dovetail. Folding tang sight with large aperture. Takedown receiver which is nicely engraved. Factory style pattern. Left side with oval vignette of two rabbits surrounded by arabesque scroll, with foliate scroll above and line engraved borders. Knurled takedown screw with floral engraving on face. Right side of receiver engraved with oval vignette of two squirrels surrounded by arabesque style engraving and lined engraved borders. 3-point pattern checkered forend and buttstock which is nicely grained. Steel crescent buttplate. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine as fully professionally restored. Barrel and magazine tube retain nearly all their reapplied rich blue. Edges and markings remain sharp. Minor scratch on action bar from cycling. Receiver engraving is sharp. Receiver has all of its blue, as does the trigger guard, tangs & buttplate. Vivid case color on trigger. Beautiful wood finish with nary a blemish. Sharp checkering. Mechanics appear fine with bright bore. 50179-9 TJW (3,000-5,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 1231

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1232
$5,175.00
Revised: 9/29/2016

Please Note: The description should include the serial number 4252. The gun was refinished by Doug Turnbull Restorations (see invoice online) which is for engraving the bolt in oak leaf pattern, bluing and aging only the bolt, refinishing the buttplate and buttplate screws.

*CHARMING FACTORY ENGRAVED DELUXE MARLIN SLIDE ACTION RIFLE.

SN NSN. Cal. 22 LR. 23″ oct bbl with engraving at breech. Standard front and rear sights. Receiver and bolt fully engraved. Left side oval vignette with bull and cow moose in forest, right side oval with running buck deer, both with stippled backgrounds. Balance of sides covered with oak leaf and scroll with stippling. Top of receiver engraved with oak leaf and stippling with scroll at rear. Underside of receiver treated to scroll and wavy lines with touches of scroll on borders of trigger guard. Border line engraving on checkered hammer. Steel buttplate treated to scroll engraving as well. Straight grip, finely checkered buttstock and forend in fine American walnut with robust grain and feather crotch figure. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl retains orig thinning blue with oxidation speckling throughout, noticeable wear at carry point. Magazine tube silvering. Receiver retains an even blue/brown patina. Bolt and hammer with strong orig blue. Buttstock and forend in wonderful condition with some minor nicks and retain a lovely rubbed oil finish. Pitted bore remains fairly bright. Sound mechanics. Truly a charming little engraved Marlin 22 with big game scenes. 50426-9 TJW (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1232

1233
$5,750.00

*LOT OF FOUR RARE COLLECTOR GRADE MARLIN .22 CAL RIFLES.

1) MARLIN 20. SN 3543. Cal. 22. Outstanding Model 20 Deluxe slide action rifle with 23″ oct bbl. Sporting bead front sight and 2-leaf Lyman rear sight. Takedown blued receiver. Straight grip stock and deluxe forend of highly figured American walnut with No. B Deluxe checkering. High luster finish stock with steel buttplate. Deluxe Model 20s are extremely rare(Ex Richard Rohal Coll). CONDITION: Very fine. Barrel has 95% with light edge wear and handling. Magazine tube has very good blue, silvering from pump action operation. Receiver with bright high polish blue, light edge wear with minor scratches and spotting. Stock and forend sound with exceptional high gloss finish and minor handling marks. Crisp mechanics. Bright bore. C&R 2) MARLIN 25. NSN. Cal. 22 S & C.B. CAPS. Model 25 with 23″ rnd bbl, sporting front and rear sights. Marked at breech “22 SHORT & C.B. CAPS”. Takedown receiver. Walnut smooth forend and straight grip stock. Steel buttplate. CONDITION: Fine. Barrel and magazine tube retain nearly all blue with wear at muzzle and assorted fine scratches. Shows wear from slide travel. Receiver retains the majority of its orig bright blue with wear on high edges and forward part of receiver, scratch across right receiver side along with other minor scratches. Trigger guard and tangs toned to patina. Excellent screws. Forend and buttstock with high percentage of orig finish with some minor crazing. Assorted bumps and bruises on buttstock with noticeable area of finish loss at butt. Tiny 1/2″ wood sliver missing at left top tang by receiver. C&R 3) MARLIN 29. NSN. Cal. 22 LR. Model 29 with 23″ rnd bbl, sporting sights. Takedown receiver. Plain forend and straight grip walnut buttstock. Steel buttplate. CONDITION: Very good plus. Barrel and magazine tube retain a majority of their orig blue. Very limited handling marks. Receiver with much orig bright blue mixed with areas going to patina. Some marred screws. Forend and buttstock very nice orig condition with minor handling marks and a 1″ triangular patch of finish loss on right side of stock. Good mechanics. Bright bore, very minor pitting. C&R 4) MARLIN 47. SN 510. Cal. 22 LR. Very Rare Model 47 Special Stock Purchase slide action with 22″ rnd bbl. Sporting front and rear sights. Takedown receiver. Striped pattern case colors from cyanide dip. Walnut stock and forend with simple diamond shaped checkering patterns. Steel buttplate.(Ex Richard Rohal Coll). CONDITION: Fine. Barrel retains a vast majority of its orig blue with muzzle wear and slight marks from use. Magazine tube toning to patina. Vivid case colors on receiver and bolt. Wood sound with normal handling marks. Very good finish with some streaks and dull areas. Good mechanics. Bore bright with minor pitting. C&R 50426-10, 50426-11, 50426-12, 50426-13 TJW (4,000-6,000) – Lot 1233

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1234
$5,750.00

*COLLECTOR’S LOT OF FOUR MARLIN .22 CALIBER SLIDE ACTION RIFLES.

1) MARLIN 18. NSN. Cal. 22 RF. Model 18 Deluxe with 20″ oct bbl, sporting front and rear sights. Takedown receiver. Checkered forend and nicely figured straight grip buttstock. Steel buttplate. CONDITION: Good plus. Barrel retains a generous amount of orig blue, high edge wear with minor scattered oxidation, carry wear at breech. Magazine tube toning to patina. Majority of bright factory blue on receiver with scattered freckling and carry wear on top, belly, edges and tangs. Forend and buttstock show nice finish. Neatly repaired crack in wrist through checkering. Scratches on wood from use. Good mechanics. Moderately pitted bore. C&R 2) MARLIN 20A. NSN. Cal. 22 LR. Model 20A with deluxe checkering and rare half-nickel treatment. 24″ oct bbl, Sheard front sight, factory rear sight. Takedown receiver. Nicely grained checkered forend and straight grip buttstock. Crescent buttplate(Ex Richard Rohal Estate Collection). CONDITION: Very good plus. Barrel retains a high percentage of thinning factory blue with scattered areas of light pitting. Minor dent left side magazine tube. Nickel receiver, hammer and buttplate retain nearly all finish with very minor scattered pitting. Forend and buttstock remain in excellent condition with sharp checkering and some flaking and crazing to finish. Mechanics good. Bright bore. C&R 3) MARLIN 20. NSN. Cal. 22 LR. Model 20 with 22″ oct bbl, orig sporting sights. Takedown receiver. Straight grip stock, ringed forend. Steel buttplate. CONDITION: Very good. Barrel and magazine tube retain majority of orig blue. Receiver high polish blue with high edge and carry wear, minor scratching. Tangs and trigger guard silvered from carry. Fine screws. Forend and buttstock in excellent condition, some finish dulled from use, scattered handling marks. Good mechanics. Bright bore. C&R 4) MARLIN 20. NSN. Cal. 22 LR. Model 20 with 24″ rnd bbl, standard sporting sights with folding tang peep. Takedown receiver. Ringed forend with straight grip buttstock. Crescent steel buttplate. CONDITION: Very good plus. Barrel and magazine tube retain high percentage of orig blue with wear at muzzle. Action bar silvered. Bright high polish blue with some areas of patina on receiver with high edge and carry wear. Nice wood finish, thinning in spots with typical handling marks from use. Good mechanics. Bright bore. C&R 50426-6, 50426-7, 50426-8, 50426-14 TJW (3,000-4,000) – Lot 1234

1235
$1,150.00
Revised: 9/21/2016

Please Note: The catalog description in the printed catalog is correct, however, the images are incorrect. Both the description and images are correct online.

*LOT OF TWO MARLIN MODEL 27-S SLIDE ACTION TAKEDOWN RIFLES.

1) MARLIN 27-S. NSN. Cal. 25 RF. 24″ oct bbl, plain front sight, semi-buckhorn rear sight. Takedown receiver. Button release on right side. Dark walnut with unusually nice figure, straight grip stock with smooth forend. Steel crescent butt. CONDITION: Good plus. Barrel and magazine tube have majority of their orig blue. Scattered dings and wear to sharp edges. Action bar going to silver. Receiver maintains a majority of its bright blue with minor scratches, edge wear. Left side toning to patina. Screws fine. Forend and buttstock sound and fit nicely. Shows nice amount of orig varnish with some areas of thinning and scattered handling marks. Buttplate toning to silver. Bright bore, strong rifling. Mechanics good. C&R 2) MARLIN 27-S. NSN. Cal. 25 RF. 24″ rnd bbl, sporting bead front sight, semi-buckhorn rear sight. Takedown receiver. Sliding button on right side of receiver. Walnut grooved forend and straight grip stock. Steel crescent buttplate. CONDITION: About fine. Barrel and magazine tube retain most of their orig bright blue with slight wear at muzzle. Scattered handling marks. Wear to action bar. Receiver has nearly all of its orig deep blue with wear to sharp edges and faint scratching. Trigger guard and tang show little wear. Model designation on top tang filled with white highlight. Orig wood finish with some scuffing, wear and scratching. Minor dings and bumps scattered throughout. Bright bore, sharp rifling. Good mechanics. C&R 50426-15, 50426-16 TJW (1,800-2,700) – Lot 1235

1236
$2,300.00

*SCARCE DELUXE FACTORY ENGRAVED MARLIN MODEL 1898 GRADE C SLIDE ACTION SHOTGUN.

SN 44507. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ plain bbl, metal front bead. Bbl marked on left side “Special Smokeless Steel”. Bbl numbered “47312” “F” on right underside indicating full choke. Matted receiver top. Finely engraved receiver left side with large oval vignette of four ducks in flight over marshland. Wavy line engraving around panel edge. Right side engraved with two pigeons in flight on bolt with touches of scroll work front and rear. Checkered forend. Select fancy figured walnut pistol grip buttstock with uncapped S-style grip. Marlin marked hard rubber buttplate. LOP 13-1/2″. CONDITION: Very good plus. Barrel retains a majority of its factory blue, thinning at muzzle. Receiver retains generous amount of high polish blue on side panels with thinning blue on receiver tops and some loss at forward part of receiver. Excellent screws. Forend has two hairline cracks on left side and left side rear. Buttstock checkering sharp with scattered tiny marks. Buttplate excellent. Bright unpitted bore. Mechanics function nicely. 50507-9 TJW (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 1236

1236A
$6,037.50

*FACTORY ENGRAVED PEERLESS GRADE REMINGTON MODEL 16 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE WITH PERIOD LYMAN 5A SCOPE.

SN 16434. Cal. 22 Remington Autoloading. 22″ rnd bbl, Marbles No. 2 front sight with Japanned black finish and brass insert, orig Remington bbl sight. Gun is fitted with a Lyman 5A scope with correct mounts. Receiver is treated to D grade heavy arabesque scroll engraving on left and right receiver panels as well as receiver top, bottom and trigger guard, with border wavy line and punch dot engraving. Barrel breech engraving and forend iron with wavy line and punch dot engraving. Deluxe grade walnut with grain and figure. Checkered in 3-point diamond pattern. Remington/UMC marked buttplate. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl retains a majority of its factory blue with thinning in spots, handling marks towards muzzle and several scattered. Orig scope retains much blue with blue loss from travel in mounts. Clear optics. Screw missing from bbl sight. Receiver engraving is sharp. Orig strong blue on receiver with high edge and carry wear on underside and grip tang. Left side of receiver shows two circles of blue loss which cataloger believes are from production. Screws are excellent with the slightest of marring. Excellent wood finish which appears mostly orig with dulled area on underside of grip. Checkering sharp. May have had light wiped on finish at one time. Minor handling marks. Bore is bright. A very nice unique engraved Remington Model 16. 50426-28 TJW (6,000-9,000) C&R – Lot 1236A

1237
$7,475.00
Revised: 9/23/2016

Please Note: Gun engraving and checkering pattern is Grade “E” quality, not “F” quality as stated in the catalog.

*WONDERFUL ENGRAVED REMINGTON MODEL 12 F GRADE SLIDE ACTION RIFLE.

SN 62081. Cal. 22 LR. Beautiful factory engraved Remington rifle with 24″ oct bbl, Lyman front sight, correct bbl sight with fold down tang sight. Receiver is wonderfully engraved in F style with large vignettes of two rabbits in field surrounded by diamond on left side and a squirrel sitting on the ground on the right side, all surrounded by full coverage foliate arabesque style engraving with wavy line and punch dot borders. Top of receiver with full engraved coverage and inscribed “MADE FOR / HERBERT W. HEGELE M.D. / PORTLAND OREGON”. Underside of receiver and trigger guard engraved to match. SN engraved on bottom front of receiver. Engraving at bbl breech and mag bands. Lovely deluxe grained walnut with areas of heavy figure. Capped pistol grip. Remington/UMC crescent buttplate. CONDITION: Very good plus. Bbl and mag tube retain most of their blue with areas of slide wear on mag and action bar. Scattered minor handling marks. Receiver retains most of its factory blue with very sharp engraving with slight carry wear on bottom and sharp edges. Excellent wood finish which appears orig with several bumps and bruises on buttstock with small chip out of bottom of forend, easily remedied. Bright shiny bore. 50426-33 TJW (6,000-9,000) C&R – Lot 1237

1238
$6,325.00

*ENGRAVED REMINGTON MODEL 12-CS -F- GRADE STYLE SLIDE ACTION RIFLE.

SN 269670. Cal. 22 Rem Special. 24″ oct bbl, marked on bbl flat “Model 12-CS -F-“. Scroll engraving at breech. Flip down rear sight. Receiver engraved in F Style with full coverage foliate scroll on each side with a 2 rabbit woodland vignette on left side and right side with squirrel in tree vignette. Engraving on magazine bands. Receiver top and underside treated to scroll and wavy line with punch dot engraving. SN engraved in front underside of receiver and on lower tang. Capped pistol grip with Remington logo. Highly figured walnut with wonderful curly tobacco smoke figure, checkering bold and crisp. Steel crescent buttplate with Remington/UMC logo. CONDITION: Fine as professionally restored. Gun retains nearly all of its bright blue. Shows slight wear on magazine tube and action bar from action being worked. Virtually all wood finish with the most minor of handling marks. Clean bright bore. Good mechanics. A lovely little rifle. 50426-27 TJW (6,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 1238

1239
$4,887.50
Revised: 9/23/2016

Please Note: Great News!! The engraving is Grade “D” quality, not “B” quality as stated in the catalog.

*ENGRAVED REMINGTON MODEL 12B SLIDE ACTION RIFLE.

SN 226288. Cal. 22 LR. 24″ oct bbl, Lyman front sight and Marbles rear sight. Correct folding tang sight. Receiver is wonderfully factory engraved with large vignettes of 2 rabbits in field scene left side and a squirrel in a tree on the right side, all surrounded by full coverage foliate arabesque patterns with wavy line and dot border. Receiver top engraved with large foliate arabesque pattern. Trigger guard engraved to match. Receiver and trigger guard have SN engraved. Wood is beautiful with honey and chocolate figure. Pistol grip stock with Remington hard rubber grip cap. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl and mag tube retain strong orig blue with slight muzzle and edge wear and moderate pump action wear. Receiver with 90% dull orig blue. Wood is sound with a minor nick or two, otherwise retains about all of a fine professionally restored finish. Good mechanics, bright bore. 50426-35 TJW (5,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 1239

1240
$10,350.00
Revised: 10/1/2016

Please Note: Serial number is 48702.

*WONDERFUL FACTORY ENGRAVED PEERLESS GRADE REMINGTON MODEL 24 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE.

SN 48702. Cal. 22 LR. 21″ rnd bbl, wonderful 3 position rotating King front sight, orig rear bbl sight, rare King tang sight. Receiver is D style engraved with large arabesque scroll pattern on both right and left sides and receiver top and trigger guard. Borders covered by wavy line and punch dot engraving. Wood is deluxe grade with prominent grain with Remington capped pistol grip. Remington/UMC steel buttplate. CONDITION: Very good plus. Bbl retains orig blue with thinning and wear at muzzle and scattered handling marks, starting to tone. Receiver with deep blue and minor wear to high edges. Trigger shows vivid case color. Screws are fine. Bolt shows wear and discoloration. Wood appears to retain orig finish, in excellent condition. Checkering sharp with scattered handling marks. Bright bore. A very unusual collection quality rare engraved Model 24. 50426-20 TJW (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1240

1241
$4,312.50
Revised: 10/3/2016

Please Note: Metal has also been refinished.

*ENGRAVED REMINGTON MODEL 12A SLIDE ACTION RIFLE.

SN 72668. Cal. 22 LR. 24″ oct bbl, standard front and rear sights. Receiver is engraved with large vignettes of two running rabbits in field scene on left side and a squirrel in tree on right side, surrounded by arabesque scroll with a wavy line and punch dot border. Top of receiver is large arabesque pattern. Trigger guard and floorplate engraved to match and front bottom of receiver has SN engraved. Wood is handsome nicely grained deep honey colored walnut with bullet shaped forend and checkered pistol grip stock with Remington hard rubber grip cap. CONDITION: Very good, as partially refinished. Bbl and mag tube retain areas of strong blue with many patches going to plum. Assorted handling marks. Receiver is richly blued with loss on sharp edges and minor scratches. Takedown screw is gone to patina. Buttstock and forend appear to be excellent quality refinish with sharp checkering. Bright bore. A handsomely engraved Remington Model 12. 50426-32 TJW (2,000-2,500) C&R – Lot 1241

1242
$5,750.00

*LOT OF THREE REMINGTON MODEL 121 SLIDE ACTION RIFLES INCLUDING ONE ROUTLEDGE BORE.

1) REMINGTON 121SB. SN 30517. Cal. 22. 24″ SMOOTH BORE bbl, marked “SMOOTH BORE” ahead of caliber marking. Single bead front sight. Takedown style receiver. Uncapped pistol grip. Steel buttplate with Remington logo. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl and magazine tube retain nearly all of the strong factory blue, slight wear at muzzle, scattered marks. Wear on mag and action bar from cycling. Receiver nearly all factory blue with wear to high edges, slight markings. Forend and buttstock orig finish with light scattered handling marks. Good mechanics. Shiny bright bore. C&R 2) REMINGTON 121A. SN 189200. Cal. 22 LR. 24″ rnd bbl, standard sights. Takedown receiver. Uncapped pistol grip, serrated Remington buttplate. Accompanied by original box with end label identified with this SN. CONDITION: Very fine. This gun retains virtually all of its factory finishes and appears unused. Box is tight and sound. C&R 3) REMINGTON 121A. SN 189297. Cal. 22 LR. 24″ rnd bbl, orig sights. Takedown receiver. Uncapped pistol grip, serrated Remington buttplate. Accompanied by original factory box with end label identified by SN. CONDITION: Bbl and magazine tube retain nearly all factory blue with very slight oxidation on forward part of right side of bbl. Slight slide wear. Receiver with nearly all blue with slight wear to sharp edges and some thinning on top and bottom of receiver. Factory wood finish with light scattered handling marks. Slight finish loss on buttplate. Good mechanics. Bright bore. Box is sound and tight. C&R 50426-1, 50426-23, 50426-30 TJW (3,750-5,750) – Lot 1242

1243
$2,587.50

*REMINGTON MODEL 25 SLIDE ACTION RIFLE BANK PROPERTY MARKED.

SN AA1740. Cal. 25-20. Take-down. 24″ bbl, standard sights. Uncapped pistol grip. Remington/UMC marked crescent buttplate. Left side of buttstock marked “PROPERTY / WINNEBAGO / COUNTY, ILL / BANKERS FED”. Circa 1923. CONDITION: Very good +. Bbl retains nearly all of its orig blue with small light oxidation spot under bbl address on left side of bbl. Handling marks/wear each side of bbl ahead of frame. Mag tube and action bar show blue loss from action being worked. Appears to retain most of its orig wood finish with slight crazing. Very nice Model 25. 50426-19 TJW (1,250-1,750) C&R – Lot 1243

1244
$3,450.00

*LOT OF THREE REMINGTON MODEL 12C SLIDE ACTION RIFLES.

1) REMINGTON 12CS. SN 712487. Cal. 22 Rem Special. 24″ oct bbl, sporting bead front sight, standard rear sight. Takedown receiver marked “Model 12″ on lower left side. Uncapped pistol grip. Remington/UMC marked steel crescent buttplate. CONDITION: Very good plus. Barrel and magazine tube retain a generous amount of orig bright blue. Receiver is nicely factory blued with minor discoloration. Forend and buttstock have a majority of orig finish with light handling marks. Bright bore. C&R 2) REMINGTON 12C. SN 602547. Cal. 22 LR. 24” oct bbl marked “Model 12-C” on top bbl flat, sporting front sight, correct rear sight with adjustable ramp. Takedown receiver. Uncapped pistol grip. Remington/UMC marked crescent buttplate. CONDITION: Very good. Barrel and magazine tube maintain a majority of orig factory blue with sharp edge wear and scattered marks from use. Forend and stock have been properly refinished. Bore would benefit from cleaning. C&R 3) REMINGTON 12C. SN 420042. Cal. 22 LR. 24″ oct bbl, marked “Model 12-C” on top bbl flat. Sporting front sight, factory rear sight with elevator. Takedown receiver. Uncapped pistol grip. Steel Remington/UMC marked crescent buttplate. CONDITION: Very good. Barrel and magazine tube surfaces remain factory blued with wear to sharp edges and minor handling marks. Bore is bright. C&R 50426-17, 50426-25, 50426-26 TJW (3,000-4,500) – Lot 1244

1245
$3,450.00

*LOT OF THREE REMINGTON MODEL 12 SLIDE ACTION RIFLES.

1) REMINGTON 12CS. SN 822607. Cal. 22 Rem Special. 24″ oct bbl, sporting bead front sight with factory rear sight. Takedown receiver marked “Model 12″ on left side. Uncapped pistol grip. Steel crescent buttplate with Remington/UMC logo. CONDITION: Very good. Barrel and magazine tube retain a majority of bright factory blue with wear on barrel high edges. Receiver retains nearly all toned blue with high edge wear and scattered fine scratches. Forend and buttstock with most of orig finish with scattered handling marks. Mechanics good. Bright bore. C&R 2) REMINGTON 12A. SN 537967. Cal. 22 LR. Model 12-A with 22″ rnd bbl, sporting front sight, factory rear sight with elevator. Takedown receiver. Walnut forend and straight grip stock. Hard rubber buttplate with Remington/UMC logo. CONDITION: Very good. Barrel and magazine tube show orig blue with areas of thinning and spotting. Receiver retains bright blue with sharp edge wear and very minor marks. Wood finish appears orig with slight crazing and marks from use. Mechanics good. Bright bore. C&R 3) REMINGTON 12C. SN 582065. Cal. 22 LR. Model 12-C with 24” oct bbl marked “Model 12-C” on top flat. Sporting bead front sight, orig rear sight with elevator. Takedown receiver. Uncapped pistol grip. Steel crescent buttplate with Remington/UMC logo. CONDITION: Very good plus. Receiver, Barrel and magazine tube retain nearly all orig blue with wear on sharp edges. s. Left side receiver has small cluster of blue loss. Wood retains vast majority of orig finish with some minor crazing. Mechanics good. Bore is bright. C&R 50426-18, 50426-31, 50426-34 TJW (3,000-4,500) – Lot 1245

1246
$4,887.50
Revised: 9/14/2016

Please Note: The photographs in the printed catalog are incorrect. The correct photographs are online. The description is correct.

*LOT OF FOUR COLLECTOR QUALITY REMINGTON .22 RIFLES.

1) REMINGTON 121. SN 125818. Cal. 22 LR. Model 121 with 24″ bbl, gold bead front sight, orig rear sight. Takedown receiver. Uncapped pistol grip. Remington marked steel buttplate. CONDITION: Very good. Barrel and magazine tube retain a generous amount of factory blue with muzzle wear. Receiver and trigger guard with light wear to high edges. Buttstock and forend are sound and virtually unmarked. Mechanics good. Bright bore. C&R 2) REMINGTON 241. SN 63982. Cal. 22 LR. Model 241 w/ Box. 24″ rnd bbl, factory sights. Takedown receiver. Uncapped pistol grip stock with tubular magazine through butt. Remington marked steel buttplate. Accompanied by orig box identified by SN with dividers, wax wrapper, and orig brochures. CONDITION: As new with traces of factory cosmoline. Retains all blue, vivid case color on trigger. Wood finish is orig and unmarred. Buttplate shows no wear. Mint bore. Box is tight and sound. C&R 3) REMINGTON 12C. SN 640672. Cal. 22 LR. Model 12C with 24″ oct bbl, factory sights. Takedown action. Uncapped pistol grip. Steel crescent buttplate. CONDITION: Fine. Receiver, Barrel and magazine tube retain a vast majority of orig deep blue, showing some wear to sharp edges. Buttstock and forend with what appears to be factory finish with numerous small nicks and tiny dents. May have finish added. Buttplate light wear. Mechanics good. Bright bore. C&R 4) REMINGTON 341-P. SN 27388. Cal. 22 LR. Model 341-P with 24″ rnd bbl, hooded front sight with insert, receiver mounted peep sight with aperture. Bright polished bolt. Uncapped pistol grip. Remington logo buttplate. CONDITION: Good plus. Metal finishes on gun are orig and starting to tone to brown. Carry wear at breech. Stock has had finish added. Good mechanics. Good bore. C&R 50426-21, 50426-22, 50426-24, 50426-29 TJW (3,000-4,500) – Lot 1246

1247
$4,600.00

*PRISTINE REMINGTON 40X BOLT ACTION SINGLE SHOT SPORTER.

SN 056132R. Cal. 22 LR. Single shot bolt action. 22″ bbl, no sights. Deluxe Monte Carlo buttstock with nice grain and figure rosewood grip pad and forend tip. Remington solid recoil pad. Red field rings and bases. CONDITION: This gun is virtually as new. Shows no wear. Mint bore. Only thing missing is the box. A wonderful opportunity for a rare 40X Sporter. 50827-5 TJW (2,000-4,000) – Lot 1247

1248
$805.00

*REMINGTON MODEL FOUR DIAMOND ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATIVE SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE.

SN B8193257. Cal. 30-06. 22-1/2″ rnd bbl, ramp front & adjustable ramp rear sight. Receiver with gold inlaid game scenes, left side hunters in canoe facing bear, right side with gold inlaid “Model 8” & “Model Four”. Center inscription in stylized gold oval reads “REMINGTON ARMS COMPANY / LIMITED EDITION / ONE OF FIFTEEN HUNDRED / 1906 / 1981”. Plain walnut, fleur-de-lis pressed checkering on capped pistol grip. Hard rubber buttplate. Gun is accompanied by its factory box identified by SN on end label. CONDITION: Very fine. Gun appears “near new”, most likely unfired since leaving factory. All factory finishes, only one tiny mark on lower right edge of receiver. Box is tattered, end label scuffed but SN markings clear. 50958-13 TJW (1,250-2,000) – Lot 1248

1249
$8,625.00

*RARE REMINGTON MODEL 81 “POLICE GUN” SEMI-AUTO RIFLE.

SN 18771. Cal. 35 REM. 22″ shrouded bbl. Sporting bead front sight, flat top rear sight. Left side of receiver is marked “POLICE GUN – PROPERTY OF / SHERIFF DEPT. NO.40 / LOS ANGELES COUNTY”. “SAFE” marking with red highlight. Removable 15-round magazine SN to gun, marked “Peace Officer Equipment Co / St. Joseph Mo.” with patent number and “35 Cal” marking. All markings, model designation and SN filled with yellow highlight. 11-1/4″ heavy forend. Plain pistol grip stock. Correct sling swivel eyelets. Remington steel buttplate. CONDITION: Very good plus. Retains nearly all of the factory blue with minor handling marks and nicks and areas of light oxidation. Magazine in excellent condition with nearly all of its blue with only blue loss from insertion into receiver. Buttstock is sound, factory finish with minor bumps and bruises from police use. Mechanics appear good. Bright bore, sharp rifling. 50958-3 TJW (6,000-8,500) C&R – Lot 1249

1250
$4,312.50

*FACTORY ENGRAVED REMINGTON MODEL 8 D GRADE RIFLE.

SN 13098. Cal. 35 Remington. 22″ bbl, engraved at breech. Silver bead front sight and correct semi-buckhorn rear sight with folding receiver peep sight. Receiver engraved in D grade arabesque scroll work on sides and top of receiver. Bottom of receiver with wavy line and punch dot engraving. SN engraved on bottom front receiver, surrounded by scroll. Top and bottom tang with border line and scroll engraving. Bottom of magazine and trigger guard with scroll coverage. Gun is fitted with semi-fancy nicely grained American walnut showing nice figure and color. Straight grip with side cheek panels. Forend and buttstock checkered in 3-point pattern. Slightly curved hard rubber buttplate with Remington Arms Co logo. CONDITION: Very good plus. Bbl jacket retains nearly all orig rich blue with slight loss at muzzle and slight handling marks. Receiver retains nearly all blue with high edge and carry wear to underside in front of receiver and bottom and edges of magazine box. Original finish on buttstock and forend shows wear from carry and use with assorted handling marks. Buttplate has a minor chip at toe. Mechanics good. Bright bore. A very nice example of a Model 8 D Grade rifle. 50958-4 TJW (4,000-6,500) C&R – Lot 1250

1251
$0.00

*FANTASTIC REMINGTON MODEL 11F PREMIER GRADE AUTO LOADING SHOTGUN.

SN 98600. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ matted solid rib “Full” choke bbl. Breech has 5″ wedge of scroll engraving on right side and 2-1/2″ wedge on left with engraved banner around address. Engr “6” on bottom chamber confirms as Grade 6 Premier. Magazine cap face is engraved with circular scroll in center with geometric design and punch dot border. The receiver is handsomely engraved in superb full coverage bold foliate scroll and stippled background w/six panel game scenes. Back of receiver, top tang and trigger guard are similarly engraved. Hand engraved SN ahead of loading port and on lower tang. Stocked with nicely figured walnut, multi-point checkered round knob pistol grip and Remington marked buttplate. Fluted forend with multi-point checkering. Buttstock has blank initial oval in toe line. LOP 13-5/8″. CONDITION: Very fine. Barrel and receiver retain a very high percentage of orig blue with some minor thinning and handling marks. Buttstock is sound with a tight hairline on left site at receiver. Checkering is good retaining orig finish. Forend is sound with sharp checkering and a few minor nicks in orig finish. Crisp mechanics and shiny bore. 50958-9 TJW (7,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 1251

1252
$0.00

*FANTASTIC EXHIBITION QUALITY REMINGTON MODEL 11 SPORTSMAN F GRADE SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN.

SN 420593. Cal. 12 ga. 26″ bbl over Cutts compensator with Lyman choke. Ventilated rib. Twin beads. Chamber area has scroll wedges and Remington address in engraved border. Engraved “Grade F” on left side of bbl. Receiver embellished with beautiful foliate banknote scroll and engraved borders. Left side of receiver engraved with three game scenes. First game scene of two quail. Main center game scene with two pointing dogs afield. Rear scene with two woodcock. Left side of receiver with matching foliate banknote scroll work, again with three panel game scenes surrounded in scroll work. Forward scene of flighted pheasant. Main scene of two Setters. Rear scene of marshland snipe. All screws are engraved. Rear face of receiver with scroll work, as does top tang. “GRADE -F / 12 GAUGE” and SN hand engraved on bottom of receiver. Trigger guard with banknote scroll surrounding a dog’s head in stippled background. Gold wash trigger. Gun is treated to select fancy figured walnut with F grade checkering on forend. Pistol grip with Remington logo grip cap. Gold oval in toe line. Marbleized brown Bakelite buttplate with Remington logo. LOP 14″. CONDITION: Very Fine, as factory quality refinished. It is our opinion that this may have been a Remington exhibition gun returned to the factory for refreshment as indicated by multiple service code markings on bbl. Anodized finish is largely worn off the compensator and included choke. Receiver retains nearly all of its deep blue and engraving is sharp with minor handling marks. Trigger group and lower tang with all of its blue. Gold wash on trigger in protected areas. Wood finish is refreshed with several small handling marks. Small professionally repaired crack on lower side of left stock cheek. Grip cap and buttplate are excellent. Stock oval with stylized monogram. Mechanics function nicely. 50958-11 TJW (7,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 1252

1253
$2,875.00

*SPECTACULAR FACTORY ENGRAVED E GRADE REMINGTON MODEL 11 SHOTGUN.

SN 713141. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ cham. 26″ Plain bbl, Poly Choke. Bbl breech engraved in foliate scroll and “E Grade”. Receiver ingraved in E Grade patterns with matted top and engraved borders. Left side receiver with oval vignette of a Setter in field scene, surrounded by foliate scroll. Right side receiver with oval vignette of pointer in field and foliate scroll. Balance of receiver and top tang adorned with foliate scroll. Bottom of receiver engraved with “E Grade” and SN. All screws are engraved. Mounted with nicely figured walnut. Hand checkered forend and capped pistol grip buttstock. Remington marked grip cap and hard rubber buttplate. Silver oval in toe line. LOP 13-1/8″. CONDITION: Fine. Barrel retains all of its bluing with very faint thinning from bbl travel. Receiver retains all of its blue with the most minor of handling marks and a tiny spot of oxidation near top of left side. Screws are fine. Bolt and elevator bright. Wood finish is excellent with very minor handling marks and light scratches on forend. Buttstock shows light crazing to finish with very minor handling marks. Mechanics fine, bright shiny bore. 50958-10 TJW (5,000-7,500) C&R – Lot 1253

1254
$0.00

*RARE FACTORY ENGRAVED REMINGTON MODEL 11E EXPERT GRADE SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN.

SN 66205. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ plain bbl, “Full” choke. Foliate scroll work at breech end of bbl. Magazine cap has engraved face. Receiver treated to E grade type engraving of generous flowing scroll work. Left side engraved with vignette of flying duck in marsh. Right side is partially covered by foliate scrolls. SN is hand engraved ahead of loading port on bottom and on lower tang. Trigger guard and rear receiver face treated to foliate engraving with scroll work on upper tang. Gun is fitted with moderately grained walnut semi-pistol grip buttstock with 5/8″ factory buttplate. Initial oval in toe line inscribed “C.A. Martin”. LOP 14-3/8″. CONDITION: Very good. Barrel and receiver retain most of their orig blue with some very faint marks and wear to sharp edges. Some very minor oxidation peppering on receiver top. Forend is nice with a few fine hairline cracks where it meets receiver. Buttstock/forend retain orig finish commensurate with age of gun with some hand wiped oil finish added. Mechanics fine. Bright shiny bore. 50958-8 TJW (5,000-7,500) C&R – Lot 1254

1255
$2,130.00

*WONDERFUL F-GRADE STYLE REMINGTON MODEL 11-48 SEMI-AUTO SHOTGUN.

SN 5010143. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ cham, 26″ bbl vent rib, over Cutts compensator. Bbl markings and “F” are hand engraved surrounded by foliate scroll. Underside of bbl marked with Remington service codes. Receiver is full coverage heavy arabesque scroll with stippled background. Left side engraved with field hunting scene featuring two quail in flight and two pointing dogs, all four animals inlaid in silver metal. Right side engraved with marsh scene featuring three ducks in flight inlaid in silver metal. Bottom of receiver is marked “Remington / Model 11-48”. Bolt and elevator are jeweled. Gun is fitted with select fancy figured walnut with bold figure with beautifully checkered forend and uncapped pistol grip buttstock. Red vented Bishop recoil pad. LOP 13-1/2″ over pad. CONDITION: Very fine. Barrel and receiver retains virtually all blue with some thinning on high edges. Lead duck on right side receiver has some discoloration to inlay. The condition of wood is excellent with a high gloss finish. Mechanics fine with bright bore. A striking upgraded field gun. 50958-12 TJW (2,000-3,500) C&R – Lot 1255

1256
$3,450.00

*EXTREMELY RARE FACTORY ENGRAVED REMINGTON MODEL PRE-10 F GRADE SLIDE ACTION SHOTGUN.

SN U61432. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ plain bbl with arabesque scroll engraved ledges on both sides of bbl breech approximately 4″ long, wedding band engraving where bbl meets receiver. Remington address with patent dates surrounded by engraved border. Bbl takedown ring completely covered with geometric engraving and punch dot borders. Slide action bar treated with scroll engraving with Remington trademark marking. Single front bead. Full marking hand engraved left side of bbl ahead of engraved wedge. Receiver is full coverage F style engraving continuing onto top tang. Left side of receiver is treated to a large scroll oval bordered vignette with three hunting dogs in woodland setting pointing to quail. Balance of receiver covered with foliate type scroll with receiver edges with chain and punch dot border. Right side of receiver with large scroll oval bordered vignette of marsh scene with two ducks, once again with balance covered with foliate type scroll and chain and punch dot borders. Underside of receiver fully engraved with hand engraved SN ahead of ejection port. Trigger bow with foliate scroll and dog head bust in center. SN engraved on grip tang. Gun is mounted in select fancy figured walnut. Forend has been treated to nearly full coverage checkering pattern. Buttstock with full round knob uncapped pistol grip checkered in elaborate pattern. Solid brown recoil pad. Monogrammed gold oval in toe line. LOP 14-3/8″. CONDITION: Very good plus. Barrel retains a high percentage of blue with light oxidation under the blue on top of bbl breech through address and patents marking. Blue is thinning at muzzle and has areas of thinning from takedown and cycling. Bright bore. Magazine tube with some blue with the balance going to brown patina with wear marks from the slide. Magazine tube screw may be a replacement with some minor damage around screw hole. Barrel assembly takedown ring with nice blue and some minor areas of blue loss and browning. Several scratches from handling. Lustrous receiver blue showing slight thinning and wear to high edges, especially at bottom. Very light scattered oxidation. Right side receiver screw shows evidence of turning, as does screw in bolt assembly. Trigger guard assembly shows bright blue with fading and slight oxidation on trigger bow. Lower tang is nice with much blue, silvering at edges. Top tang with nearly all blue, showing slight wear from use. Screw shows blue loss and slight marring. Condition of wood is very nice and fits well. Forend finish and checkering may have been freshened with nice look. Buttstock shows freshening, likely with hand rubbed oil, checkering somewhat filled. Recoil pad in nice condition. Mechanics appear crisp and cycles nicely. 50958-7 TJW (7,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 1256

1257
$4,887.50

*SPECTACULAR REMINGTON FACTORY ENGRAVED GOLD INLAID F GRADE MODEL 870 SHOTGUN.

SN A-155910-V. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbl, ventilated rib, wedges of foliate scroll engraved at breech. Faux-ivory Bradley type front bead with mid-bead. 2-3/4″ chamber, Mod choke. F Grade receiver covered in nearly full coverage foliate scroll with three gold inlaid game scenes on each side. Left side featuring grouse in flight, two Pointers, flying pheasant. Right side with flying duck, two young Setters, flying woodcock. Full size target type forend & uncapped pistol grip Monte Carlo style buttstock, both with F Grade fancy figured walnut. Black solid rubber Decelerator pad. LOP 14-1/2″. Target trigger shoe. Safety plugged. CONDITION: Fine. All finishes, metal & wood, have virtually “as new” factory finishes & condition. Minor marks on trigger group & toe of buttstock. Mirror bore. Crisp mechanics. 50994-17 TJW (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1257

1258
$1,437.50

*REMINGTON 3200 FIELD GRADE 2-BARREL SET OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN.

SN OU.13261. Cal. 12 ga/410. 1) 28″ 12 ga. factory bbls with vent rib and 2-3/4″ chambers. Fixed MOD & FULL chokes. Orig steel bead. 2) Simmons after-market 28″ 410 bbls with vent rib and 3″ chambers. Fixed IMP-CYL & MOD chokes. White Glow Worm front site. Blued boxlock action with single selective trigger and ejectors. Walnut forearm and pistol grip stock with cut checkering. LOP: 14″ over orig buttplate. Includes a Browning Tolex 2-bbl set case with blue velour interior. CONDITION: Action in orig bbl have very good blue. After-market 410 bbl has very good Simmons blue. Stocks have good finish showing light marks. Forearm has 1/8″ gap between wood and iron. Both sets of bbls have good bright bores. Case is in good condition showing light interior and exterior wear. 51046-2 DS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 1258

1259
$2,127.50

*OUTSTANDING REMINGTON MODEL 32 12 GAUGE OVER AND UNDER SHOTGUN.

SN 1652. Cal. 12ga. Chambers 2-3/4″, 28″ bbls with matted solid rib, sgl front bead. Chokes CYL/MOD. Typical semi-beavertail type forend. Model 32 style ejector action with standard bird dog engraving on each side. Dbl triggers. Uncapped pistol grip stock. 14″ LOP over Remington marked hard plastic buttplate. DAC 1-1/2″, 2-1/2 DAH. Automatic safety. CONDITION: An unusually nice Remington Model 32 which has survived with high factory finish. Bbls retain 95-98% of orig factory blue with the most minor handling marks and blue loss from forend attachment. Bores bright, shiny and unpitted; no dents or dings. Gun has crisp factory markings on both bbls and receiver. This gun has nearly all of its orig factory blue with minor handling marks and faint wear to sharp edges. Slight lessening of blue on trigger bow. Gun was treated to lovely nicer than average walnut with handsome grain and figure in buttstock. Checkering is crisp, sharp and well executed. Gun opens and closes with authority, ejectors are strong. Triggers are crisp. This is a charming Model 32 which shows very little if any use afield. 49934-2 TJW (1,250-1,750) C&R – Lot 1259

1260
$1,150.00

*VERY EARLY AND OUTSTANDING REMINGTON MODEL 32 OVER AND UNDER 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 645. Cal. 12ga. 2-3/4″ chambers; forcing cones may have been lengthened. 30″ bbl plain bbls with middle front bead. Remington Arms Co address and patents marked on top bbl. “12 GAUGE” marked on left side top bbl. Factory marked MOD/FULL chokes. Standard type forend with correct factory point style checkering. Remington Model 32 ejector action with Pointer dog scene engraved on left side, Setter dog engraved on right side and dog with duck scene engraved on underside. Dbl triggers. Nicely grained, uncapped pistol grip stock with slightly fluted comb. Chocolate brown “Decelerator” solid rubber pad with three black spacers. 15-1/4″ LOP. DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/2″. Automatic safety. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain approx 95+% orig factory blue with blue loss primarily under forend at attachment points. Remington Arms Co. address and patents remain sharp on top of bbl. Blue thinning slightly at top of top bbl where carried. Bores are bright, shiny and unpitted. All factory markings on receiver are sharp and crisp. Receiver retains strong blue on top and sides with slight thinning on underside of receiver from carry. Top tang shows blue loss, scuffing from top lever travel. Area behind safety has been worn bright. Trigger bow retains factory blue, silvering at edges. Stock and forend retain nearly all of their factory finish. Checkering is sharp, very minor handling marks on either side of buttstock. Gun is tight, operates crisply, ejectors are strong. This is a wonderful early 3-digit SN Model 32 which would be hard to improve on. 50530-7 TJW (750-1,250) C&R – Lot 1260

1261
$690.00

*REMINGTON MODEL 1889 GRADE 2 SHOTGUN SURVIVING IN AMAZING ORIGINAL CONDITION.

SN 233066. Cal. 10ga. Chambers 3″, 32″ Damascus twist bbls, solid matted rib with sgl metal bead. Top rib marked “REMINGTON ARMS CO, ILION, NY, USA” on rib at breech. Choke FULL/FULL. Splinter type forend with ebony inlay at tip. Remington Grade 2 hammer action with 1889 style circular hammers. Dbl triggers. Straight grain walnut with uncapped pistol grip. 14-1/4″ LOP. DAC 1-3/4″, 2-7/8″ DAH. CONDITION: This is a wonderful graded Remington hammer gun which shows quality workmanship. Bbls retain significant orig bold brown twist pattern. Bbls ring true. Fine bores are bright, shiny and unpitted. No dents or dings. Sharp under-barrel markings. Receiver has sharp edges; beautiful finish with orig color in protected areas on sides, top and underside. Straight grain stock and forearm are uncracked with sharp checkering and much orig finish. Minor handling marks commensurate with age. Hard black Remington logo buttplate with widow’s peak. Excellent screws throughout. Top lever right of center. This gun locks up extremely tight, hammers and triggers crisp. This lovely hammer gun has aged gracefully with gentle use. 50606-3 TJW (800-1,200) – Lot 1261

1262
$2,070.00

UNMOLESTED P. MULLIN BAR ACTION HAMMER GUN.

SN NSN. Cal. 16 ga. 2-1/2″ Cham. 26″ Damascus twist bbls. Plain back action locks are unengraved with maker’s name on toe of locks. Finely formed non-rebounding hammers, double trigger extractors. Top lever locking bolt. Nicely figured walnut stock, splinter forend, straight hand stock, smooth steel buttplate. CONDITION: Very good. Gun retains most of its orig finish and remains in remarkable unmolested condition, with light scattered oxidation and handling marks to the wood throughout. Forearm tip inlay is missing. Right firing pin is sticky. Bright bores with some light scattered pitting. Hammers hold cock. 50541-2 JWD (2,000-4,000) – Lot 1262

1263
$0.00

*HOLLAND AND HOLLAND ROYAL HAMMERLESS EJECTOR LIGHT GAME GUN.

SN 22377. (1899) Cal. 12 ga. 2-1/2″ Chambers. 30″ Fine Damascus bbls are engraved “Holland & Holland, 98. New Bond Street, London.” on narrow, concave game rib. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2-1/2″ chambers. SNs are on bottoms of bbls. Coin finished Royal sidelock action is stocked to the fences, and features automatic safety and double triggers. Action is engraved with well cut, medium, shaded scroll with rose bouquet highlights, as often found on early Royals. “Holland & Holland” is engraved on both lockplates and top lever. Bottom of action is engraved “The Royal Hammerless Ejector”. Scroll engraved trigger guard has SN on short rounded tang. Nicely figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14″ over serrated rosewood buttplate. Stock features diamond hand, drop points, standard point pattern checkering, and a gold oval on toe line engraved “G. H. Clarkson” “Wentworth”. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left-.741, right -.734. Bore restrictions: left -.022 (Mod), right -.008 (IC). Wall thickness: left -.019, right -.022. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Weight: 6 lbs. 5 oz. LOP: 14″. CONDITION: Good. Bbls retain most of a grayish re-brown with fair definition to pattern, which is slightly etched. Engraving is still clear. Action has some areas of darkening, and striations on bottom. Forend iron, top lever, trigger plate, and trigger guard have been re-blued, and retain most of that satin blue. Stocks refinished and retain most of the finish, edges slightly rounded, checkering re-cut. There are some repairs at top horns of buttstock. Bores are fine, with some light frosting throughout, with a few small dents in both bbls. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. 50755-1 (6,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 1263

1264
$4,887.50

*BEAUTIFUL HOLLAND & HOLLAND CAVALIER “SHOT & REGULATED” SxS GAME GUN.

SN 37548. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbls with bbl flats marked 2-3/4″-3-1/4 tons, chambers lengthened to 3″, choked IC/IM. Ejectors. Beautiful case colored boxlock frame with 25% large scroll engraving. Double triggers. Auto-safety. Walnut straight grip stock and splinter forend. 15″ LOP over groove butt. Maker’s leather case with accessories. CONDITION: Gun appears basically unfired and as new. 50994-2 FTL (4,000-6,000) – Lot 1264

1265
$5,750.00

*JOHN RIGBY RISING BITE UNDERLEVER HAMMERLESS SIDELOCK GAME GUN.

SN 15780. (ca 1888) Cal. 12 ga. 2-1/2″ Chambers. 29-3/4″ Bbls are engraved “J. Rigby & Co 72 St. James’s Street London and Dublin” on wide concave game rib with U-shaped extension for rising bite third fastener. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs and “SLEEVED”. Coin finished action features push forward lever over guard, automatic safety, bushed strikers, and dbl triggers. Action face is stamped with Rigby and Bissell patent use no. “325” and Bisell (?) gun no. “1483”. Action is fitted with bar locks having dipped edge plates, and has Rigby’s classic filed in foliate fences. Action and locks are engraved with approx 80% coverage well cut, shaded scroll. “Jno Rigby & Co” is in Old English script on each lock. Scroll engraved and blued trigger guard has SN on tang. Finely marbled and nicely figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 13-3/4″ over checkered wood butt, and features typical drop points, point pattern checkering, and vacant silver oval on toe line. Matching splinter forend has forward pivoting lever release engraved “Rigby’s Patent” around pivot. Bore diameter: left -.734, right – .728. Bore restrictions: left – .012 (Lt mod), right – .009 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 13-3/4″. CONDITION: Good, as refinished. Bbls retain nearly all of a satin rust blue probably applied at time of sleeving. Action and locks are cleaned to silver gray. Some engraving considerably washed. Stocks retain nearly all of a hand rubbed oil finish, checkering re-cut. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. 50502-2 (6,000-8,000) – Lot 1265

1266
$4,600.00

*FINE COGSWELL & HARRISON SIDELOCK SHOTGUN.

SN 68543. 20 ga. 27″ bbls with fixed IC & MOD chokes. Chambers are 2-3/4″ as marked on water table. Rib marked “Cogswell & Harrison Ltd. ‘HUNTIC’ 168 Piccadilly London”. Dbl underlug action with case colored finish. Full coverage floral scroll engraving. Dbl triggers, ejectors. Splinter forearm and straight hand stock of fancy English walnut with hand checkering. Stock has silver nameplate and toeline. LOP: 14″ over leather covered pad. Drop at comb: 1-5/8″; drop at heel: 2-1/2″. Weight: 5 lbs 10.6 oz. Housed in Brady canvas covered luggage case containing snap caps and oil bottle. CONDITION: Nicely restored shotgun. Bbls have very good reblackened finish with good bright bores. Frame and sideplates have restored case colors with light wear on sharp edges. Top lever, triggers, trigger plate and trigger guard have reblued finish over spots of remaining pitting on trigger guard tang. Stocks have good English oil finish showing scattered light spots and handling marks. 50456-3 DS (4,000-7,000) C&R – Lot 1266

1267
$0.00

*E. J. CHURCHILL MODEL 25 BOXLOCK EJECTOR SHOTGUN.

SN 4748. Cal. 20 ga. 25″ bbls of fluid steel with sunken rib. Rib marked “E.J. Churchill, O St. Gun Works, Leicester Square, London”. 2-1/2″ chambers as marked on water table. IC & MOD chokes. Case colored boxlock ejector action with borderline engraving. Dbl triggers. Splinter forearm, straight hand walnut stock with hand checkering having silver nameplate on toeline. LOP: 14-1/8″ to wooden butt with hand cut grooves. Drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″. Weight: 5 lb 2.6 oz. Leather covered case with previous owner’s initials on lid. Case with small attached plastic labels with maker’s name and address. Case contains snap caps and 2-pc ebony rod. CONDITION: Bbls have lightly faded blue finish showing spots of wear with scattered handling marks with freckles of corrosion. Good bright bores. Frame retains most of its case colors becoming light on sides and edges having scattered freckling. Stocks have moderately worn finish and checkering with scattered scratches and handling marks having one gouge in checkering rear of trigger guard tang. 50742-1 DS (4,000-7,500) C&R – Lot 1267

1268
$6,325.00

*GRIFFIN & HOWE BOXLOCK EJECTOR SHOTGUN.

SN 549. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ Krupp fluid steel bbls. Fixed IMP-CYL & MOD chokes. 2-3/4″ chambers as noted on bbl as 70mm. Fine German made shotgun with scalloped boxlock action having cocking indicators, cross bolt side clips and case colored finish. Single selective trigger and auto ejectors. Horn tipped splinter fore end and straight hand stock with hand checkering having name plate and toe line. LOP: 14-1/4″ over checkered horn buttplate. Drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″. Includes leather luggage case with brass nameplate on lid. Case contains oil bottle and snap caps. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Bbls have very good blue finish with good bright bores. Left bbl shows evidence of small raised dent 4″ from muzzle. Action retains some lightly faded case color on floor plate in protected areas. Stock finish shows spots of wear with scattered small dents and scratches. 50595-74 DS (5,000-8,000) – Lot 1268

1269
$0.00

*GRIFFIN & HOWE 2″ CHAMBER LIGHT BOXLOCK GAME GUN.

SN 87573. Cal. 12 ga. 5 lb 6.8 oz gun with 25″ bbl having narrow Churchill style rib. 2″ chambers as inlaid in gold on rib. Right bbl marked “Griffin & Howe, Inc.”, left bbl marked “N.Y.C. Made in England”. CYL & IMP-CYL chokes. Double beads. Scalloped boxlock action with case colored finish featuring full coverage arabesque scroll and dragon. Miller single selective trigger, auto ejectors. Splinter forearm and straight hand stock with teardrop points of fancy walnut having hand checkering and nameplate on toeline. LOP: 14-1/8″ to checkered butt. Drop at comb: 1-1/2″; drop at heel: 2-7/8″. Housed in leather covered luggage case having unattached Griffin & Howe label and canvas cover. Case contains cleaning rod, oil bottom, snap caps and key. CONDITION: Nicely restored shotgun. Bbls have nearly all of their reblackened finish with bright bores having plastic fouling forward of chambers. Action has very good re-case colored finish. Reblued trigger guard shows light edge wear. Stocks have very good oil-type finish with freshened checkering. 50456-2 DS (4,000-7,000) C&R – Lot 1269

1270
$0.00

*WILLIAM EVANS SIDELOCK GAME GUN.

SN 3591. Cal. 12 ga. 2-1/2″ Cham. 30″ bbls, choked IC/Mod. Modern nitro proofs.Dolls head extension. Sidelock action is brushed bright with flowing scroll work and maker’s name in ribands on toe of locks. Double trigger, beetle back checkered safety, extractors. Tight straight grained English walnut. Splinter forend. Straight grip stock with flat point checkered butt, 14-3/8″ LOP. CONDITION: Very good as professionally restored. Gun retains all of its restored finish. Wood is sound with a few tight hairlines emanating from toe of locks. A few light handling marks to wood finish. Bright bores, mechanics crisp, action tight. 50710-1 JWD (4,500-7,000) C&R – Lot 1270

1271
$0.00

*WILLIAM POWELL BOXLOCK SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN.

SN 13851. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ nitro proofed fluid steel bbls. Chambers are 2-3/4″ as marked. FULL & FULL chokes. Case colored boxlock action with dbl underlug and cross bolt locks having side clips. Full coverage foliate scroll engraving. Dbl triggers. Extractors. Splinter forearm and round knob stock of checkered English walnut with nameplate and toe line. LOP: 14-3/8″ over added London style red pad. Drop at comb: 1-1/2″; drop at heel: 2-1/8″. Bottom of bbls have Briley Mfg importer marking. CONDITION: Bbls have very good blue finish showing small scratches. Good bright bores. Frame retains vivid case colors on sides and in protected areas becoming light on bolsters and edges. Floorplate has very good blue. Trigger guard blue is flaking to gray. Stocks show moderately worn refinish and checking with scattered hand marks. Left side of comb is dished to fit shooters face. 50742-2 DS (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1271

1272
$4,370.00

FINELY RESTORED STEPHEN GRANT BEST QUALITY SIDELOCK SIDELEVER EJECTOR GAME GUN W/ NEW STEEL BARRELS.

SN 6844. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ London-quality replacement bbls., 3″ chambers. Choked LT.Mod/Mod with standard game rib and gold number “2” and “Patent Ejector” on top rib. Ejectors. Bbl flats marked “LP over 73, 2-1/2″, 3 tons” with matching SN. Bbls marked “Stephen Grant & Sons, 7 Bury St., St. James’s, London, England”. Beautiful and finely scroll engraved, sidelock, sidelever action. Double triggers with “Loose” front trigger. Beautiful dark streaked English walnut stock 14-3/4 LOP over 3/4″ leather covered pad. Gold initial oval with fabulous engraved winged dragon over a crown. Splinter forend with gold diamond center inlay. Cased in proper style leather case with accessories. CONDITION: Overall fine, with professional London quality total restoration. Bbls on face. Ejectors strong but right ejector sometimes trips live. Gorgeous renaissance sporting gun. 50973-24 FTL (3,500-5,000) – Lot 1272

1273
$4,600.00

*ROBUST W. W. GREENER “FACILE – PRINCEPS” TEN GAUGE WATERFOWLER SHOTGUN.

SN 57290. Cal. 10 ga. 3-1/2″ Chambers. 31″ Dovetailed steel bbls are engraved “W. W. Greener. Maker, 68 Haymarket London. Works St. Mary’s Square. Birmingham.” on concave, matted rib. Bbl flats are stamped with Birmingham nitro proofs for 10 ga. and 1-1/2 oz of shot. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with SNs, elephant trademarks, and “WROUGHT STEEL”. Case hardened, large, “Facile Princeps” action, is filed in the manner of a much higher grade gun, with serpentine fences and molded reinforce at break off. Rear edge is scalloped. Action features side safety and double triggers, and is completely devoid of any engraved ornamentation. “W. W. Greener.” is on each side, and SN is at grip. Dense, lightly figured European walnut round knob semi-pistol grip buttstock measures 15-1/4″ over Old English pad. Point pattern borderless checkering is at grip. A vacant silver oval is on toe line. Matching splinter forend has large inset horn tip, and Deeley release. Bore diameter: left-.776, right -.775. Bore restrictions: left -.044 (Extra full), right -.045 (Extra full). Minimum wall thickness: left -.043, right -.042. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Weight: 10 lbs. 10 oz. LOP: 15-1/4″. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain 80 – 90% what appears to be their orig blue, thinning overall, with a number of light spots and marks. A sling loop has been removed from bottom rib, two mounting holes are present. Action retains a considerable amount of its orig very light case hardening colors where protected. It appears these colors have mostly faded, leaving action a pleasing bright silver. Top lever, floorplate, and trigger guard have been re-charcoal blued, and retain most of that blue. Stocks retain nearly all of what appears to be their orig rubbed oil finish, with numerous light marks, checkering slightly worn and dirty. Bores are excellent, bright, smooth, and shiny throughout. Action is tight. Top lever to right of center. Bbls are on face. An exceptionally fine and interesting shootable ten bore. 50755-3 (4,500-6,500) C&R – Lot 1273

1274
$0.00

*ROBUST W.W. GREENER EMPIRE BLUE ROCK PIGEON GUN.

SN 43615. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 30″ bbls, choked Mod/IM. Greener Empire spring cocking action with light scroll engraving and maker’s name in ribands. Greener top bolt, side safety, double trigger. Dense highly figured walnut, splinter forend with horn tip, semi-pistol grip, stock 14-3/4″ LOP over solid black pad. CONDITION: Good. BBls with light scattered pitting over period re-black. Receiver turning to gray patina. Forend sound with hand worn patina. Buttstock is a recent high quality replacement. Minor handling marks with incipient crack at head of stock on left side. Bores bright, mechanics crisp, action slightly loose with forend off. 50980-5 JWD (2,750-4,500) C&R – Lot 1274

1275
$8,625.00

*CHOICE WESTLEY RICHARDS BOXLOCK EJECTOR 20GA GAME GUN.

SN G11054. Cal. 20 ga. 2-1/2″ Cham. 27″ bbls, choked SKT/IC. Maker’s name engraved on top of bbls. Dolls head extension. Case colored boxlock action with open scroll engraving and maker’s name on receiver sides. Westley camming action top lever. Double trigger, auto ejectors. Floor plate and trigger guard are blue with open scroll work and pointing dog vignette on bow. Medium brown marblecake walnut, splinter forend with ebony inlay tip, carved drop points, straight grip, fine checkering, 15″ LOP over leather covered pad. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very fine. Gun retains most of its London quality finish with little signs of use or handling. Sharp checkered. Small hairline at forend iron, otherwise wood is sound. Bright bores, mechanics crisp, action tight. 50595-20 JWD (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 1275

1276
$6,325.00

*FABULOUS WESTLEY RICHARDS DROP LOCK HEAVY GAME GUN.

SN T3589. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 30″ bbls, choked Mod/Full, marked with maker’s name and “THE TRAVERS” on top of bbls. Nitro proof for 1-1/4 oz. shot. Detachable lock receiver features flowing intermediate scroll work with maker’s name in ribands. Floorplate is not hinged and engraved with similar scrolls. Greener type cross bolt, side clips, checkered safety, double trigger, auto ejectors. Rich fully figured walnut, splinter forend, semi-pistol grip with checkered side panels. 14-1/8″ LOP over horn buttplate. 7 lbs. 14 oz. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain most of their English quality blue finish. Receiver retains strong case colors in protected areas, the balance turning to silver. Floorplate and trigger guard thinning from handling. Wood is sound, checkering sharp with some period of use finish added. Bores bright, crisp mechanics, action tight. 50982-2 JWD (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1276

1277
$0.00

*W & C SCOTT BOWOOD CASED GAME GUN.

SN 146292. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26″ Dovetailed bbls with medium concave game rib, importer marked on bottom rib. Bbl flats are stamped with Birmingham nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Case hardened, scallop-backed boxlock action features non-automatic safety and double triggers. Action is engraved with 80% coverage medium scroll. “W & C Scott” is on each side. Floorplate is engraved “The Bowood”. Nicely streaked and finely fiddle figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over checkered wood butt and has hand checkering with gold oval on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson push button release. IC & IC chokes. Drop at heel: 2″ drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 5 lbs. 6 oz. Maker’s dark brown canvas case with leather trim, is lined in deep burgundy cloth with gold embossed black leather maker’s label on lid. Case contains a pair of Orvis snap caps. CONDITION: Near excellent, showing light use. Bbls retain approx 95% orig blue with a few minor marks. Case hardening on action is silvering slightly on fences and sharp edges at bottom. Blue of floorplate, trigger guard, and top lever are very good. Stocks retain nearly all of their glossy oil finish, with a few minor handling marks and dings. Bores are near excellent, bright and shiny throughout. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are out of time. Case is good. 50744-2 DS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 1277

1278
$5,175.00

*FANTASTIC W.C. SCOTT MONTE CARLO B SIDELOCK GAME GUN.

SN 102111. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 29-1/2″ Whitworth bbls, choked Mod/Full, marked with maker’s legend and address on bbls. Nitro proof for 1-1/8 oz. shot. Sidelock action engraved with iconic “Blue Rock” pigeons encased in flowing scroll patterns. Maker’s name at toe of lock. Floorplate and trigger bow with fine scroll work. Scott’s improved bolt. Double trigger, checkered safety, auto ejectors. Lovely marblecake walnut, splinter forend, straight grip with diamond profile, flat point checkered, horn buttplate. 14-1/4″ LOP. CONDITION: Very fine. Gun retains most of its orig factory finish with some sharp edge wear and rubs on bbl from use and assembly. Case colors on action have silvered with traces of vibrant color in protected areas. Stock and forend sound with a few light handling marks throughout. Bright bores, mechanics crisp, action tight. A superior example. 50982-1 JWD (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1278

1279
$2,300.00

*W.C. SCOTT & SON CASED SIDELOCK SHOTGUN.

SN 74994. Cal. 12 ga. Bbls are 28″ of special steel with solid rib having dbl beads. Fixed mod & imp-mod chokes. 2-3/4″ chambers as marked on water table. Nitro proof for 1-1/4 oz loads. Sidelock action having Scott’s improved bolt, side clips, ejectors, dbl triggers and case colored finish. Full coverage scroll engraving. Beaver tail forearm and round knob stock of fancy walnut with hand checkering having silver name plate on toe line. LOP is 14-5/8″ over London style pad. Leather covered luggage case having Webley & Scott Ltd label. Case contains box of Peters Victor shot shells, snap caps and case keys. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Bbls retain most of blue finish showing slight edge wear. Action has good case colors with light fading and wear in carry areas. Forearm has very good satin finish. Stocks shows some finish and checkering wear having numerous scratches and small dents. Recoil pad is cracking from age hardening. Very good bright bores. Twin orig ivory beads. 50707-2 DS (4,000-7,000) IVORY – Lot 1279

1280
$0.00

*RARE W.C. SCOTT SIDELOCK SINGLE BBL TRAP GUN.

SN 100699. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 32″ vent rib bbl with dolls head extension, Full choke, London nitro proof for 1-1/4 oz. shot. Sidelock action plate (right side only) and receiver body engraved with modest scroll work. Single trigger, no safety. Robust straight grained walnut, beaver tail forend with lever release, semi pistol grip, flat point checkering, 14-1/4″ LOP over solid red pad. CONDITION: Very fine. Gun retains most of its factory finish with a few light rubs and nicks in the wood. receiver retains most of its orig case colors with some thinning at some points. Trigger bow turning to silver. Wood is sound. Bright bore, mechanics crisp, action a touch loose with forend off. 50744-1 JWD (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 1280

1281
$1,380.00

*WEBLEY & SCOTT BOXLOCK GAME GUN.

SN 141201. Cal. 12 ga. Fluid steel 20″ bbls with 3-1/4 ton nitro proof. Chambers are 2-3/4″ as marked. CYL & MOD chokes. Case colored boxlock action with foliate scroll engraving. Dbl triggers, auto ejectors, splinter forend and straight hand stock of checkered English walnut. Stock has teardrops with silver nameplate on toe line. LOP: 15-1/2″ over leather covered pad. Drop at comb: 1-5/8″; drop at heel: 2-3/4″. Bbl has Service Armament Co. import marking. Includes a modern Cordura covered luggage case with fitted burgundy velour interior. Case contains key and plastic snap caps. CONDITION: Bbl retains over 90% re blackened finish. Good bright bores. Action has good case color showing edge wear. Trigger guard has thinning finish on tang. Stocks have good refinish. 50694-1 DS (1,500-2,500) – Lot 1281

1282
$1,725.00

ANTIQUE BEST QUALITY SIDELOCK EJECTOR SHOTGUN BY CHAS. INGRAM.

SN A5079. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 30″ fine Damascus bbls, choked IC/Mod, marked “CHARLES INGRAM 18 RENFIELD STREET, GLASGOW”. Modern nitro proof. Sidelock action engraved with fine English scroll work and maker’s name in ribands on each plate. Floorplate and trigger bow similarly adorned. Sculpted fences with fine scroll bosses, cocking indicators, checkered safety, double trigger, auto ejectors. Medium grained English walnut, splinter forend, straight hand stock. 14-5/8″ LOP over leather covered pad. Bores bright, mechanics crisp, action tight. CONDITION: Fine as professionally restored. Damascus bbls retain most of their re-browned finish with strong pattern showing. Bbls ring true. Receiver has silvered with hints of case colors showing through. Trigger bow is re-blacked. Stock and forend sound retaining all of its fine restored finish. 50973-21 JWD (2,250-3,000) – Lot 1282

1283
$1,150.00

SCARCE E BLAKEMORE OF BIRMINGHAM BOX LOCK GAME GUN.

SN 1291. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ Damascus bbls. 2-3/4″ chambers. Choked improved cylinder/improved cylinder. Have 2006 London re-proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Full length Damascus rib with brass front bead marked “E. Blakemore Maker St. Mary’s Birmingham. Patentee for improvements in breech-loading small arms. est. 1845”. Dbl triggers, automatic ejectors, automatic safety. Greener cross-bolt. Straight grip stock checkered in 2-point pattern with silver oval near toe and 15-1/8″ LOP over black leather covered pad. Splinter forearm with plunger release checkered in 3-point pattern. Receiver is nicely scroll engraved, as is trigger plate, trigger-guard and top lever. WEIGHT: 6lbs. 13oz. CONDITION: Very good. As partially refurbished. Bbls retain nearly all competent re-brown and now show nearly all of their contrasting pattern. Buttstock and forearm have been expertly finished, checkering re-cut and retain most of their custom finish with a few light scattered handling marks throughout. Receiver is toned mostly gray. Top Lever, floor plate, trigger guard, and forearm iron retain most of their modern re-blued finish. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny. Mechanics are crisp. Ejectors in time. 50445-1 JSL43 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 1283

1284
$2,530.00

*LIGHTWEIGHT BRITISH BOXLOCK EJECTOR 16 GA GAME GUN BY WANLESS BROS.

SN 5008. Cal. 16 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. (opened) recent nitro proofs. 29″ bbls, choked IC/IC.Dolls hear extension. Boxlock action engraved with open scroll work and maker’s name in ribands. Floorplate and trigger guard similarly adorned. Double trigger, checkered safety, auto ejectors. Sturdy straight grained walnut, splinter forend, straight grip, checkered butt. 14-1/4″ LOP. CONDITION: Very good as partially restored. Bbls retain most of their orig London quality finish with scattered handling marks and wear at sharp edges and at muzzle. Receiver a mellow silver gray. Forend with some minor repairs at iron. Butt stock with sharp checkering is sound and likely a period of use replacement. Bright bores, mechanics crisp, action tight. 50973-17 JWD (1,750-2,500) C&R – Lot 1284

1285
$5,750.00

WONDERFUL GALLYON & SON 8 BORE SINGLE BBL FOWLING GUN.

SN 18114. Cal. 8 ga. 3-1/4″ Cham. 36″ fine Damascus bbl, nitro proof for 3-1/4 tons (.813 nominal). Action features single sidelock with dolphin hammer with game bird vignettes. Action body with under lever locking bolt has additional waterfowl and shorebird vignettes with simple scroll highlights. Full figured walnut splinter forend with horn tip, capped pistol grip stock, flat point checkering, 14-1/2″ LOP over old solid pad. CONDITION: Very fine. Gun retains most of its factory orig finish with strong Damascus pattern showing through orig bbl brown. Action body and lock with strong case color in protected areas the balance turning to silver and brown patina. Stock and forend are sound with strong orig finish and a few scattered handling marks throughout. Pad has crystallized. Bright bore, mechanics crisp, action tight. A remarkable high condition example of a fine turn of the century fowling gun. 50724-1 JWD (5,000-8,000) – Lot 1285

1286
$3,680.00

VERY FINE 6-BORE JAMES LEES, SCOTTISH SIDE BY SIDE WATERFOWLER.

SN NSN. Cal. 6ga. This is a beautiful 15-1/2 pound monster which retains most of its orig striped brown finish on 37″ bbls and bright case color to breech, locks and hammers. Mechanically gun is excellent with bright shiny like new bores. Locks and bbl maker marked with “JAMES LEES PERTH”. James Lees listed as gunsmith in the 1850’s in Perthshire, Scotland, later with his sons. CONDITION: Fine to very fine overall. Bbl retains most of its orig brown striping, thinning near breech. Locks have bright case colors, less on floorplate, hammers and breech. Buttplate retains 80% of its org fire blue and trigger guard retains strong traces of blue blending to a plum patina. Stock is sound with good checkering, oil finished. Well fit with scattered cosmetic blemishes and a small inset toe repair. Mechanically sound with crisp, shiny bores. 50728-1 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1286

1287
$2,300.00

SPECTACULAR W.G. RAWBONE OF TORONTO (LIKELY BUILT BY WESTLEY RICHARDS) 10 GAUGE SPORTING GUN.

SN 187. Cal. 10 ga. 31″ fine Damascus twist bbls. 2-3/4″ chambers. Choked cyl/cyl. Marked “W.G. RAWBONE TORONTO” on top rib. Extractors. English black-powder proofs. Spectacular and finely engraved sidelock hammer underlever action. Double triggers. Extended and spurred trigger guard. Gorgeous English walnut straight stock, 14-3/4″ LOP over engraved steel buttplate. Wedge fastened splinter forend with buffalo horn tip. Flat file point checkering. CONDITION: Gun retains nearly all of its London quality refinish with excellent bbl pattern. Traces of orig case color. Light scattered handling marks on wood. Bbls on face. A truly fine London quality gun from a relatively unknown maker. 50179-20 (2,500-4,500) – Lot 1287

1288
$4,025.00

SPLENDID WESTLEY RICHARDS BAR IN WOOD (CRAB JOINT) HAMMER GUN.

SN 11832. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. Recent nitro proofs. 30″ browned Damascus bbls are engraved with Westley Richards name and Bond Street address on smooth concave game rib. Doll’s head extension. Bar in wood type action w/ Westley Richards patent camming top lever. Bar action locks with unique serpentine dolphin hammers of pinfire form. Locks and action are engraved in medium shaded scroll. Nicely figured European walnut splinter forend w/horn tip, straight grip, drop points, point pattern checkering, 13-5/8″ to smooth steel buttplate. CONDITION: Very Fine. Retains most of its original London finish. Barrels have light scattered oxidation and handling marks with strong damascus pattern. Locks with strong original case colors, hammers starting to fade. Wood is sound with light service marks and retains most of its original varnish. Trigger bow and buttplate with much orig blue. Bbls ring true, bright bores,crisp mechanics, action tight. 50742-3 WD (4,500-7,500) – Lot 1288

1289
$4,025.00

EARLY W. RICHARDS (LIVERPOOL) 8 GAUGE WATERFOWLER.

SN 6786. (1877) Cal. 8 ga. 3-1/4″ chamber. 34″ Damascus bbls are engraved “W Richards 27 Old Hall (?) Street Liverpool” and with SN on wide, concave top rib. Bbl flats are stamped with Birmingham nitro proofs for 3-1/4″ chambers, makers name, address, and SN. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with London black powder proofs and “6”. A sling loop is screwed to bottom rib. Jones under-lever action is fitted with rebounding bar locks with tall serpentine hammers. Action and lockplates are engraved with approx 50% coverage well cut medium scroll. “W. Richards” is in scrolled ribands on each lockplate. Nicely marbled, and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over checkered wood butt with engraved steel heel and toe plates. Stock features coarse point pattern checkering at grip, with sling loop and vacant silver shield on toe line. Matching splinter forend with Deeley release has inset horn tip. Bore diameter at muzzles: left-.800, right -.803 (Both bbls proofed at .813). Wall thickness: left -.030, right -.033. Drop at heel: 1-3/4″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 10 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. CONDITION: Good. Bbls retain 85 – 90% of an old re-brown with numerous scratches. Action is pewter gray with some light pitting. Stocks retain most of an old oil refinish, edges slightly rounded, with a number of subsequent marks. Checkering is worn, but functional. Bores are very good, mostly bright and shiny, with a few scattered pits. Action is very slightly loose. Bbls are slightly off face. Locks are crisp. A fairly high quality big bore with great shootable dimensions. 50755-4 (3,500-5,500) – Lot 1289

1290
$4,025.00

SPECTACULAR CASED COGSWELL & HARRISON AIR GUN WALKING STICK.

SN NSN. Cal. 100 bore. 2-pc takedown black finish air gun walking stick with loading rod and air reservoir pump. Nicely makers marked “Cogswell & Harrison London”. Complete with loading rod and English fitted travel case with makers label in lid. 36-1/2″ overall assembled. Occasionally known as poachers’ guns, but this reference is highly unlikely due to the fact that these items were of great quality, very expensive, and the average working man could not have afforded one. The air reservoir, after having been filled, contained enough pressure for multiple discharges. Equipped with discreet front and rear sights and hidden trigger that becomes evident when walking stick is assembled and air reservoir is charged. CONDITION: Spectacular overall condition, having a very fine dark Jappaned exterior finish with brass threaded end caps for both sections. Very slight traces of use on handle and very minor traces of light use on tip from actually being used as a walking stick. Bore is excellent with fine rifling and absolutely no traces of abuse. Air pump with brass fittings has a somewhat armory brown finish with a T-handle attachment. Pump itself is in very fine condition showing slight traces of use, however, no damage or distress. English casing is in exceptional condition with all brass hardware intact and operational. Interior lining and partitions appear to have been professionally re-lined at some earlier date. Exterior is wonderfully finished as is typical of high grade English manufacturing. 50862-5 TDW (2,000-4,000) – Lot 1290

1291
$2,875.00

BEAUTIFUL JAMES WILKINSON, LONDON PERCUSSION SPORTING RIFLE.

SN NSN. Cal. 577. About 30″ oct bbl, including breech “JAS. WILKINSON & SON LONDON GUNMAKERS TO HIS MAJESTY”, 3-leaf rear sight, engraved and case hardened lock marked “JAS. WILKINSON & SON”. This single key half stock rifle appears like new with rich engraving, also on buttplate, trigger guard and breech, silver thumbplate and platinum breech plug. CONDITION: Excellent as professionally refinished, retaining virtually all of its brown, blue and case colors which are sharp, sound with bright, piano varnished finish. There is one large dent on right side of checkering. Mechanically crisp with bright shiny bore, with well discerned multi-groove rifling. 50827-7 JS (2,000-4,000) – Lot 1291

1292
$5,175.00

*AYA 37 SUPER CASED TWO-BARREL SET OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN.

SN 292527. Cal. 12 ga. Bbl #1: 26-1/2″ chrome nickel steel with vent rib. Rib has gold inlaid “1”. Fixed IMP-CYL & IMP-MOD chokes. 2-3/4″ chamber as marked. Bbl #2: 30″ chrome nickel steel with vent rib. Rib has gold inlaid “2”. Fixed MOD & FULL chokes. 2-3/4″ chambers as marked. Satin nickel finished Merkel style hand detachable sidelock action with cross bolt and cocking indicators. Full coverage deep relief game scene engraving featuring pheasants on right lockplate and mallard on left lockplate surrounded by arabesque scroll. Dbl triggers, front trigger is articulated with auto ejectors. 3-pc checkered walnut forearm. Pistol grip walnut stock with relief with hand checkering carved transition between pistol grip and toe line. LOP: 14-3/8″ over orig AYA red ventilated pad. Drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″. Weight with 26-1/2″ bbls: 7lb 8.6oz. Date codes on bbls indicate 1968 mfg. Housed in maker’s leather covered 2-bbl case with green felt interior. CONDITION: Bbl #1 retains most of orig blue and has very good bright bores. Bbl #2 has good orig blue showing small dent on right side of rib and has very good bores. Action has very good satin finish. Stocks have very good oil finish. Case is good condition showing light wear on edges. 51045-2 DS (5,000-7,000) – Lot 1292

1293
$0.00

*AYA MODEL 37 TWO BBL SET CASED OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN.

SN 151355. Cal. 12 ga. Fine Spanish sidelock over/under shotgun manufactured by Aguirre Y Aranzabal. Case colored action with hand detachable locks featuring dbl underlug and cross bolt locking system and cocking indicators. Full coverage rose and scroll engraving. Bbl 1: 28″ vent rib. Fixed MOD & FULL chokes with steel front and mid beam. Bbl 2: 28″ vent rib. IMP-CYL & IMP-MOD fixed chokes with steel front and mid beam. Both bbls have 2-3/4″ chambers as denoted by “12-70″ markings on water table. With single non-selective trigger, auto ejectors, trim walnut forearm with wraparound hand checkering. Forearm iron is scroll engraved with jeweled tang. Round knob stock of fancy walnut with hand checkering. LOP: 13-7/8″ over solid red London type pad and 3/4″ wood spacer. Drop at comb: 1-3/8″; drop at heel: 2-1/8”. Includes leather covered luggage case with green velour fitted interior for two sets of bbls, includes key. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Both sets of bbls retain good orig blue. Action shows most of its case colors, having light edge wear only. Stocks have very good satin refinish. Both sets of bbls with good bright bores. Case is good. 50595-59 DS (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1293

1294
$0.00

*HANDCRAFTED AYA MODEL 37 SUPER A GAME GUN.

SN 209152. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 28″ bbls, IC/Full choke. Coin finished sidelock action features fanciful game scenes surrounded by scroll engraving. Thumbnail detachable sidelocks, gold-plated interior parts, single selective trigger, auto ejectors. Nicely figured European walnut stock, 3-piece forend, capped pistol grip, solid black recoil pad. CONDITION: Very fine. Gun retains virtually all of its factory orig finishes with no appreciable wear. Bores are bright, mechanics are somewhat sluggish and require a good cleaning to remove congealed lubricant. Action tight. 50563-1 JWD (4,500-7,500) C&R – Lot 1294

1295
$4,600.00

*AYA MODEL 56 SIDELOCK SHOTGUN TWO-BARREL CASED SET.

SN 394345. Cal. 12 ga. Holland & Holland style sidelock action featuring side clips, cocking indicators, ejectors and having case colored finish. Full coverage rose and scroll engraving. Dbl triggers, front trigger is articulated. First bbl marked with gold #1 on solid rib, is 28″ of chrome steel. CYL & IMP-CYL fixed chokes. Second bbl marked with gold #2 with solid rib, is 28″ of chrome steel. IMP-CYL & IMP-MOD fixed chokes. Under rib has plug screws in holes for sling attachment. Both bbls have 2-3/4″ chambers as marked on water tables. Date codes on bbls indicate 1972 mfg. Splinter forearm and straight hand stock of fancy thin shell walnut with hand checkering. LOP: 14-5/8″ to checkered butt. Housed in a leather covered two-bbl luggage case with maker’s label. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Both sets of bbls have good orig blue with light muzzle wear and a few scattered marks. Both have good bright bores. Action retains over 80% case colors with fading and wear in carry areas. Stocks have very good satin refinish. 50595-66 DS (5,000-7,500) – Lot 1295

1296
$4,600.00

*AYA 56 SIDELOCK SHOTGUN.

SN 468780. Cal. 12 ga. Bbls: 28″ with hand matted solid rib. Skeet & Skeet chokes. 2-3/4″ chambers as marked. Hand detachable sidelock action featuring side clips, cocking indicators and case colored finish. Not selective single trigger and auto ejectors. Beavertail forearm of checkered walnut. Round knob checkered walnut stock with teardrops. LOP: 14-3/4″ over after-market black Old English pad. Drop at parallel comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 7lb 12oz. CONDITION: Bbls retain most of orig finish and have very good bores. Action has vivid case colors with slight fading on edges. Stocks have good finish showing light scratches. 51045-7 DS (4,000-7,000) – Lot 1296

1297
$0.00

*GARBI MODEL 200 SIDELOCK EJECTOR SHOTGUN.

SN GA11036. Cal. 20 ga. 26″ bbls with CYL and IMP&CYL chokes. 2-3/4″ chambers. Hand detachable sidelock ejector action with cocking indicators and case color finish. Full coverage foliate scroll engraving. Dbl triggers, front trigger is articulated. Beaver tail forearm and straight hand walnut stock with hand checkering. LOP: 14-3/8″ over checkered butt. Housed in leather covered case with makers label containing case key. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Bbls retain nearly all orig blue. Case colored action has slight fading on edges. Stock has very satin re-finish showing handling marks. Very good bright bores. 50595-60 DS (4,500-6,500) – Lot 1297

1298
$3,220.00

*EARLY AYA MODEL XXV SIDELOCK GAME GUN.

SN 571831. Cal. 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 25″ bbl with Churchill raised rib, choked IC/Mod. Case colored hand detachable sidelock action engraved in floral sprays and scroll work. Double trigger, auto ejectors. Fancy walnut stock with splinter forend. Straight grip, checkered butt. 14-3/8″ LOP. 5 lbs, 3 oz. CONDITION: Very good. Some thinning of blue on bbls at carry point and muzzles. Wood is sound with light handling marks and small ding at butt. Bright bores, mechanics crisp, action tight. 50403-3 JWD (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1298

1299
$0.00

*EARLY AYA NO. 1 SIDELOCK GAME GUN.

SN 383110. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 28″ chopper lump bbls, choked Mod/Full. Case colored hand-detachable sidelocks with hand engraved Purdey-type bouquet and scroll engraving, cocking indicators. Single non-selective trigger, auto ejectors. Medium color straight grain walnut, beaver tail forend, carved drop points, straight grip, 14″ LOP over solid black pad. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain most of their orig rust blue finish with high edge wear on ribs and muzzle, missing mid-bead. Receiver retains most of its orig case hardening color. Some thinning blue on trigger tang. Stock is sound with numerous light rubs and handling marks from usage. Minor chip at point of top tang. Bright bores, mechanics crisp, action tight. 50595-19 JWD (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1299

1300
$4,600.00

*AYA NO. 2 SIDELOCK 20GA GAME GUN.

SN 16-03-244-07. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 29″ bbls, choked IC/Mod. Case colored hand detachable sidelock action features full coverage scroll engraving with maker’s name on locks, gold lined cocking indicators, double triggers, auto ejectors. Stock with dark fully figured European walnut, splinter forend, straight hand grip, checkered butt. 14-3/4″ LOP. CONDITION: Very fine as manufactured in 2007. Gun retains all of its factory finish with only the slightest handling marks visible. Bright bores, mechanics are crisp, action tight. 50973-20 JWD (2,750-3,500) – Lot 1300

1301
$7,475.00

*OUTSTANDING VICTOR SARASQUETA 14E OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN.

SN 104424. Cal. 12 ga. 26-3/4″ bbls with hand matted vent rib having metal forearm guards. Fixed IC & MOD chokes. Chambers are lengthened to 3″, orig choke markings are “12-70”. Case colored sidelock action with cocking indicators. Full coverage rose and scroll engraving. Dbl triggers, front trigger is articulated. Auto ejectors. Trim forearm and round knob half pistol grip stock of exhibition quality walnut with hand checkering. LOP: 14-3/8″ over solid red pad. Housed in oak and leather case having brass corners and canvas cover. Contains gold washed oil bottle and snap caps with 2-pc wooden cleaning rod, with key. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Bbls have good orig blue with light edge wear and some fading. Good bright bores. Action retains most of its vivid case colors showing a small amount of edge wear. Forearm has very good refinish. Refinished stock has very good pinned and added wood repair of break on left side extending from top tang through sideplate area to trigger plate. Faux ivory bead sight. Case near excellent. 50595-63 DS (4,750-7,500) – Lot 1301

1302
$2,587.50

*FINE ARRIETA MODEL 557 SIDELOCK GAME GUN.

SN 57-03-83-03. Cal. 16 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 28″ bbls, choked IC/Mod. Case colored sidelocks feature Purdey type bouquet and scroll engraving patterns. Single non-selective trigger. Stock in dark streaked English walnut, splinter forend, straight hand stock. 14-1/4″ LOP over thin brown pad. CONDITION: Very fine with only light edge wear and handling marks from usage. Bright bores, mechanics crisp, action tight. 50973-25 JWD (3,000-4,500) – Lot 1302

1303
$4,887.50
Revised: 10/1/2016

Please Note: This fine little gun is a Model 215 not a 216 as stated in the catalog. The current retail value is over $9,000.

*FINE GRULLA MODEL 216 SIDELOCK 28 GA GAME GUN.

SN 31-03-187-04. Cal. 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 28″ bbls with screw in choke tubes (IC/Mod installed). Coin finish, hand detachable sidelock action with full coverage engraving in floral sprays and scroll work. Maker’s name in ribands. Double trigger, beetle back safety, auto ejectors. Stock in fancy European walnut, splinter forend, straight grip, checkered butt. 14-1/2″ LOP. 5 lbs. 13 oz. CONDITION: Very fine as new retaining virtually all of its factory finishes. Bright bores, crisp mechanics, action tight. 50973-19 JWD (3,500-5,000) – Lot 1303

1304
$6,325.00

*AUGUSTE FRANCOTTE 20E CASED SXS SHOTGUN.

SN 88758. Cal. 20 ga. 26″ fluid steel bbls. Fixed cyl & IMP-CYL chokes. Chambers are 2-3/4″ . Side-plated boxlock action with side clips, cross bolts, and case colored finish. Full coverage rose and scroll engraving. Dbl triggers and auto ejectors. Splinter forearm and half pistol grip stock of fancy thin shell walnut. LOP: 13-3/4″ checkered butt. Drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″. Includes leather covered luggage case with makers label. Case lid is marked with previous owner’s name and contains snap caps. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Bbl retains very good re-blackened finish. Action has over 50% case colors with fading and wear in carry areas. Stocks have very good oil refinish. Very good bright bores. 50595-62 DS (6,500-10,000) C&R – Lot 1304

1305
$2,875.00

*FINELY RESTORED LONG BARRELLED FRANCOTTE KNOCK-ABOUT 20 GA GAME GUN.

SN 82576. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 30″ bbls, choked IC/Mod, top of bbls marked “THE KNOCK ABOUT GUN / VON LENGERKE / & DETMOLD NEW-YORK”. Case colored action with minimal engraving, model and importer on sideplates. Greener style cross bolt, double trigger, auto ejectors. Rich European walnut, splinter forend, semi pistol grip stock. 14-3/4″ LOP over solid brown pad. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very fine as restored. Gun retains all of a professional restoration with light handling marks to the blue and wood finish. Engraving on receiver is sharp and crisp. Wood is sound with sharp checkering. Trigger bow has a small flat spot. Bores bright, mechanics crisp, action tight. Wonderful handling characteristics in this rare configuration. 50595-26 JWD (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1305

1306
$6,900.00

*OUTSTANDING AUGUST LEBEAU LIEGE SIDELOCK EJECTOR SHOTGUN.

SN 2245. 12 ga. 28″ bbls of Nickel Compound steel with hand matted solid rib. 2-3/4″ chambers and marked “12-70” on water table. Fixed 1/4 & FULL chokes. Coin finished sidelock action, floorplate has retailer marking of “L. Christophe A Bruxelles”. Full coverage rose and floral scroll engraving signed by master engraver “M. Hannay”. Dbl triggers, front trigger is articulated. Splinter, forearm and straight hand stock of fancy thin shell walnut with hand checkering. Forearm has brass inlaid initials. LOP: 15″ to checkered butt. Drop at comb: 1-5/8″; drop at heel: 2-5/8″. Leather covered case has previous owner’s name on lid. Burgundy velour fitted interior contains oil bottle, snap caps, patch jag and key. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Bbls have very good blackened finish showing a few light scratches and marks. Very good bright bores. Action has very good coin finish with top lever, trigger guard and other small parts having good blued finish. Forearm and stock have very good gloss refinish. 50595-61 DS (5,500-10,000) – Lot 1306

1307
$0.00

*EXQUISITE BEST QUALITY SIDELOCK EJECTOR SHOTGUN BY CHEVALIER-PARIS.

SN 1823. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 28″ bbls, choked IC/Mod, French nitro proof. Rib marked “CHEVALIER A PARIS”. Case colored sidelock action adorned with full coverage engraving of tight English scroll work surrounding floral bouquets, arcaded fences, cocking indicators, side clips, articulated double trigger. Top lever with gold crown and royal seal. Rich dark streaked walnut, splinter forend, straight grip. 14-1/2″ LOP over solid red pad. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very fine as partially restored. Bbls retain virtually all of their fine blue finish with a few minor rubs and areas of light oxidation. Receiver retains most of its orig case hardening color. Stocks are sound with finely restored oil type finish, sharp checkering. Bores bright, mechanics crisp, action tight. 50595-29 JWD (5,000-7,500) C&R – Lot 1307

1308
$5,175.00

*FINE FRENCH SIDELOCK EJECTOR SHOTGUN BY C. MODE-PARIS.

SN 9699. Cal. 12 ga. 2-1/2″ Cham. 27-1/2″ bbls, choked IC/LT Mod, rib marked “C. MODE ARMURIER DE PARIS”. Case colored sidelock action feature bouquet and scroll engraving, arcaded fences, articulated double trigger, auto ejectors. Fine dark streak walnut, splinter forend, straight grip. 14-1/4″ LOP over solid brown pad. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very fine as partially restored. Bbls retain most of their orig blue finish with light handling marks and rubs, some thinning at muzzles. Sling swivel provisions removed. Action retains most of its vibrant case coloring. Wood is sound and retains most of its applied oil type finish with a few light handling marks, sharp checkering. Bright bores, crisp mechanics, action tight. 50595-22 JWD (4,500-7,500) C&R – Lot 1308

1309
$3,220.00

*FINE FRENCH MADE BOX LOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY GASTINNE RENETTE.

SN 7101. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 27-1/2″ bbls flat filed game rib. Choked CYL/IC. Case colored action with bouquet and scroll engraving patterns, double trigger, beetle back safety, auto ejectors. Dark streaked European walnut, splinter forend, straight hand stock measures 14-1/2″ LOP over solid red pad. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain most of their factory finish with a few areas of light oxidation spotting. Receiver retains all of its cyanide case coloring. Wood is sound with a few light handling marks. Bright bores, mechanics are crisp, action tight. 50595-27 (3,500-5,500) – Lot 1309

1310
$5,175.00

*SUPERB BEST QUALITY BELGIAN SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN.

SN 8424. Cal. 16 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 27-1/2 chopper lump bbls, choked IC/Mod, top of bbls engraved “AUG. FRANCOTTE & CIE”. Bbl flats have Liege nitro proofs but no “AF” marks. Coin finish, sidelock action features superb full coverage bouquet and fine scroll engraving, gold line cocking indicators, gold washed internal parts, articulated double triggers, auto ejectors. Beautiful dark streaked marblecake walnut, splinter forend, straight grip. 14-5/8″ LOP over solid brown pad. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very fine as restored. Bbls retain a fine rust blue finish with sharp engraving over the top. Wood is sound and has a fine high luster finish applied with a few light scattered handling marks and dings. Bright bores, mechanics crisp, action slightly loose with forend off. 50595-28 JWD (5,500-9,000) C&R – Lot 1310

1311
$2,875.00

*EARLY FRANCOTTE KNOCK-ABOUT BOXLOCK EJECTOR 28 GA SHOTGUN.

SN 71579. Cal. 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. (opened from 2-1/2″). 26″ bbls, choked Mod/Full, marked “THE KNOCK-ABOUT GUN / VON LENGEKE & DETMOLD, NEW-YORK”. Case colored boxlock action with minimal engraving and model/importer on sideplates. Greener type crossbolt, double trigger, auto ejector. Fully figures European walnut, splinter forend, semi pistol grip, 14-1/2″ LOP over leather covered pad. 5 lbs, 5 oz. CONDITION: Good. Bbl has numerous marks and rubs from use and area of light moderate pitting at muzzle which has been cleaned. Receiver case colors have been properly enhanced with torch. Wood finish recently restored. Forend with repaired crack near tip. Stock has repaired crack at top tang that does not flex. Bores with light scattered pitting, mechanics crisp, action tight. 50628-1 JWD (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1311

1312
$1,150.00

*TWO FINE EUROPEAN BOXLOCK SHOTGUNS.

SN 6550/233696. 1) F’s DUMOULIN & Co LIEGE. Cal. 10 ga. 32″ bbl with vent rib having fixed FULL & FULL chokes. 3-1/2″ chambers as marked. Case colored boxlock action with side clips, dbl underlug and cross bolt fasteners. Single non-selective trigger. Auto ejectors. Beaver tail forearms and pistol grip walnut stock. Firearm and wrist of stock have basket weave checkering with leaf pattern highlights at wrist and leaf pattern carving with stippled background at stock ears. LOP: 14-1/2″ over Pachmayr black ventilated pad. 2) JP SAUER & SOHN SUHL. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ stainless steel bbl with raised solid rib having double beads. Fixed FULL & FULL chokes. 2-3/4″ chambers as marked. Heavy frame scalloped boxlock action with cross bolt, side clips and cocking indicators. Ample coverage of arabesque scroll engraving with fancy borders. Miller single selective trigger. Auto ejectors. Horn tipped beaver tail forearm and straight hand stock of fancy walnut with hand checkering. LOP: 14-1/8″ over Mershon pad. Twin ivory bead sights. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: 1) Bbls show very good blue with the exception of an area of scrapes on left bbl at breech. Good bores. Action retains most of its brilliant case colors. Stocks have worn finish with areas of peeling showing scattered scratches. 2) Bbls have overall bead blasted satin silver finish with areas around markings left bright. Good bores. Top rib is loose and projecting over 1/8″ over forward of muzzles. Action has dark re-case colored finish with deep gouge in left forward portion of frame.Stocks have lightly worn finish with scratches, marks and dents. 51043-3 DS (1,750-2,750) C&R; IVORY – Lot 1312

1313
$0.00

*CASED MATCH PAIR SCHWARZ BROS. BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUNS.

SN 14444/14445. Cal. 12 ga. Matched pair of guns marked “1” and “2” on bbls, floorplate and forearms. Both have case colored scallop boxlock actions featuring side clicks, cross bolt lock, dbl triggers and auto ejectors. They have 3/4 coverage rose and scroll engraving. Both bbls are 27-3/4″ with sunken ribs and Belgium nitro proofs. 2-3/4″ chambers. Both have splinter forearms and straight hand stocks of exhibition quality thin shell walnut featuring fine hand checkering and having silver nameplates in toelines. LOP: 14-3/4″ over thin London style red pads. Gun 1) Fixed IM & FULL chokes. Drop at comb: 1-5/8″; drop at heel: 2-3/8″. Gun 2) Fixed IC & MOD chokes. Drop at comb: 1-3/4″; drop at heel: 2-1/2″. Both housed in leather covered two sided luggage case with green velour interior. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Gun 1) Very good reblackened bbl finish showing small marks. Good bright bores. Action retains most of its restored case colored finish. Stock and forearm have very good satin refinish. Gun 2) Good blackened refinish with scattered scratches and marks. Good bright bores. Restored case colored finish is becoming light on floorplate, bolsters and edges. Stocks have very good satin refinish. Case very good. 50595-64 DS (5,000-8,000) – Lot 1313

1314
$1,322.50

*PRE-WAR DARNE R13 GRADE SLIDING BREECH SHOTGUN.

SN P244. Cal. 16 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham (opened). 27-1/2″ bbls, choked IC/IM. French nitro proof w/@@@ grade stamp. Patented sliding breech action is coin finished and features bouquet and scroll engraving with acanthus flourishes at bbl boss. Locking lever marked “DARNE”. Double trigger manual extractors. Two piece fancy walnut stock, splinter forend piece with horn insert tip, straight grip with arcaded checkering pattern. 15-1/4″ LOP to grooved wooden butt. CONDITION: Good. Bbls retains most of an old restored finish, numerous areas of light to moderate pitting under blue. Wood is sound with numerous light handling marks and rubs from use. Stock may be a period of use replacement. Small hairline cracks at top tang. Bright bores, mechanics crisp, action tight. 50973-22 JWD (1,000-1,350) C&R – Lot 1314

1315
$0.00

*FINE PRE-WAR SWEDISH SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY HUSQVARNA.

SN 84847. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 29-1/2″ bbls, choked IC/IM, rib marked “HUSQVARNA VAPENFABRIKS A.B.”. Case colored sidelock action is beautifully engraved with intermediate relief scroll work and fine borders as are trigger bow and tang. Greener type cross bolt, side clips, cocking indicators, checkered safety, double trigger. Sling swivel provisions removed. Fancy dark streak walnut, splinter forend with Schnabel tip, straight grip. 14-1/2″ LOP over solid red pad. Twin ivory bead sights. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine as professionally restored. Gun retains virtually all of its restored finish with some thinning of blue at the muzzles and a few light handling marks in the wood. Receiver retains most of its orig case hardening color which is starting to fade. Wood is sound with sharp checkering. Bright shiny bores, mechanics crisp, action tight. 50595-25 JWD (4,000-6,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 1315

1316
$4,025.00

SPECTACULAR CHARLES DALY DIAMOND QUALITY 10 BORE HAMMER GUN.

SN 2571. Cal. 10 ga. 2-7/8″ Cham. 30″ extra fine Damascus bbls with Lindner “Crossed Cannon” proofs, choked Full/Full, marked “CHARLES DALY EXTRA FINE LAMINATED STEEL BARRELS/DIAMOND QUALITY”. Bar action locks exquisitely engraved with detained game bird vignettes and fine foliate scroll work and intricate border designs, finely sculpted and engraved dolphin hammers. Sculpted fences with horned bosses. Checkered double triggers. Top lever is painstakingly sculptured and finely engraved with locking set screw. Trigger bow features vignette of hunting dogs and similar foliate scroll work. Extra fine highly figured European walnut, splinter forend with horn tip, forend iron with intricate scroll work and borders. Semi-pistol grip stock with bone cap, carved and checkered horn buttplate with Daly monogram. Gold initial shield at top of grip. 14-1/4″ LOP. CONDITION: Very fine as professionally restored. Lovely rebrowned bbls with strong pattern ring like church bells. Action body a smooth silver gray w/traces of orig color in protected areas. Trigger bow is smooth silver patina. Forend and stock are sound with a few light scattered rubs and handling marks. Buttplate is a little loose. Bright bores with scattered light pitting throughout, mechanics crisp, action tight. Simply awesome. 50682-2 JWD (3,000-6,000) – Lot 1316

1317
$2,875.00

*DAINTY AND RARE PRUSSIAN DALY EMPIRE GRADE 24 GA GAME GUN.

SN 1283. Cal. 24 ga. 2-1/2″ Cham. 24″ bbls, choked IC/Mod, flats marked with “HA Lindner Crossed Cannons” proof mark. Scalloped boxlock action with simple scroll flourishes and border engraving, cocking indicators, double trigger, beetle back safety. Finely figured European walnut, splinter type forend with horn inlaid tip, semi pistol grip, horn buttplate. 13-1/4″ LOP. 4 lbs. 10 oz. CONDITION: About good. Gun suffers from poor storage with moderate to heavy oxidation/pitting on metal surfaces. Wood is sound with numerous light handling marks. Buttplate is worm eaten. Bores with scattered light to moderate pitting, mechanics crisp, action tight. This is a candidate for loving restoration for re-entry into the field. 50880-1 JWD (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1317

1318
$5,462.50

*BRACE OF SMALL BORE CHARLES DALY O/U SHOTGUNS.

SN 230817, S594051. 1) Cal. 410. SN S594051. 26″ bbls, 3″ chambers, SK/SK chokes, twin beads, vent rib, ejectors. Engraved receiver, marked “B.C. Miroku” on bottom. Single selective trigger. Uncapped pistol grip stock. Hard rubber buttplate. LOP 14″, DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/2″. Non-automatic safety. 2) Cal. 28 ga. SN 230817. Lightweight model. 26″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, choked MOD/IM, vent rib, ejectors. Engraved receiver, marked “B.C. Miroku” on bottom. Single selective trigger. Slender checkered forend. Uncapped pistol grip stock. Buttplate is a replacement. LOP 14″, DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/2″. CONDITION: 1) Very good. Barrels and receiver retain nearly all of their blue with wear to high edges. Orig wood finish is very good. Gun is tight, operates crisply. 2) Very good plus. Barrels and receiver retain nearly all of their orig blue. Trigger guard retains all of its blue. Orig wood finish is in high condition with the most minor of handling marks from use. Gun is tight, operates crisply. Ejectors strong. 50931-2 TJW (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1318

1319
$5,175.00

*EXQUISITE MATCHED PAIR GERMAN SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUNS.

SN 39/46. Cal. 16 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 29-1/2″ chopper lump bbls. Gun 1: Choked IC/Mod. Gun 2: Choked Mod/Full. Case colored sideplated boxlock actions feature side clips, full coverage bouquet and scroll engraving across the entire receiver surface. Bbl bosses with geometric patterns on stippled background. Guns numbered “1” and “2” on top lever and bbl rib. Double trigger, auto ejectors. Both guns stocked in full figured European walnut, splinter forends, straight grip stock carved drop points, skeleton buttplates. Sling swivel provisions plugged. Multi point checkering with mullered borders. 14-1/2″ LOP. 6 lbs. 8 oz. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very fine as partially restored. Bbls retain most of their fine original finish with some thinning at carry points and scattered light handling marks. Actions retain most of their original case colors, sharp engraving. Trigger bows properly restored. Stocks are sound and professionally refinished, checkering re-cut. Skeleton buttplates refreshed. Bright bores with very light scattered pitting, mechanics crisp, actions tight. 50595-23 JWD (4,500-6,500) C&R – Lot 1319

1320
$2,587.50

*LOVELY MERKEL MODEL 1622E SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK 16GA SHOTGUN.

SN 471046. Cal. 16 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 28″ bbls, IC/Mod chokes. Sideplated action features hand engraved game scenes encased in medium scroll designs. Engravers moniker on left lock plate. Side clips, cocking indicators, single selective trigger. Stock in fancy figured European walnut with splinter forend, capped pistol grip and Merkel marked buttplate. 14-3/8″ LOP. 6lbs. 9oz. CONDITION: Very fine as new. Retains virtually all of its fine factory finish, one or two minor dings in the bbls and stock finish. Bright shiny bores, mechanics crisp, action tight. 50973-26 JWD (3,500-4,250) – Lot 1320

1321
$2,300.00

*MERKEL MODEL 122E SXS SHOTGUN.

SN 770831. Cal. 12 ga. Bbls: 28″ special steel with solid rib. Standard front faux-ivory bead. Right bbl is marked “GEBR. MERKEL SUHL/MADE IN GDR”. Fixed MOD & FULL chokes. 2-3/4″ chambers as marked. Coin finished sideplated boxlock action with side clips, cross bolt and cocking indicators. Deep relief game scene engraving featuring pheasants on right with mallards on left lock surrounded by arabesque scroll and fancy borders. Dbl triggers with auto ejectors. Has factory sling swivels, front is bbl mounted. Splinter forearm and capped pistol grip check piece stock of fancy walnut with hand checkering. LOP: 14-1/2″ over orig buttplate. Drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Drop at heel: 2-7/8″. CONDITION: Nearly new retaining virtually all orig metal finish. Very good bright bores. Stocks have very good finish with a few small scratches and marks. 51045-4 DS (2,500-3,500) – Lot 1321

1322
$2,012.50

*LOVELY PRE-WAR MERKEL MODEL 301E SPORTING SHOTGUN.

SN 23348. Cal. 16 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 29″ solid rib bbls, Full/Full choke, recent British proof marks. Scalloped blitz action with full coverage game scene engraving on sideplates and fine scroll engraving highlights, double triggers, cocking indicators, auto ejectors. Medium brown European walnut stock, 3-piece forend, capped pistol grip with ebony inlaid dropper points, pancake cheekpiece, maker’s horn buttplate. CONDITION: Good to very good. Retains most of its factory finishes with light scattered handling marks and some oxidation near muzzles. Wood has had finish added but remains sound with hand worn patina throughout. Stock missing sling swivel stud. Bore is bright, mechanics crisp, action tight. 50973-16 JWD (2,250-3,000) C&R – Lot 1322

1323
$4,025.00

*PRE-WAR MERKEL MODEL 301E SPORTING SHOTGUN.

SN 24224. Cal. 16 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 29″ bbls, Cyl/Cyl choke, 1937 nitro proof. Scalloped receiver with full coverage floral engraving with scroll highlights. Top lever bears monogram “W.Sch”, double trigger, cocking indicators, auto ejectors. Medium brown European walnut stock, 3-piece forend with horn forend tip, capped pistol grip stock with inlaid horn drop points, recent leather covered pad. Metal trigger guard is unengraved and likely a recent replacement. CONDITION: Good to very good as professionally restored. Gun retains most of its restored wood and metal finish with some thinning and oxidation at muzzle and high points of rib, action has silvered. Wood is sound, bore is bright, mechanics crisp, action tight. 50973-18 JWD (2,000-2,750) C&R – Lot 1323

1324
$2,300.00

*MERKEL MODEL 200E SPORTING SHOTGUN.

SN 54778. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ cham. 27″ vent rib bbls, MOD/FULL choke. Case colored scalloped action with border scroll engraving, cocking indicators, auto ejectors. Single selective trigger. Dark European walnut, 3-piece forend, English style stock, checkered hard rubber buttplate, European sling swivel studs. Recent non-matching factory box. CONDITION: Very fine. Gun retains virtually all of its factory finishes with little evidence of use. Wood with only the slightest light handling marks. Case colors are vibrant. Bright bores, mechanics crisp, action tight. 50827-3 JWD (2,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 1324

1325
$1,150.00

*FINE MERKEL MODEL 200E SPORTING SHOTGUN.

SN 51041. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 28″ solid rib bbls, Full/Full chokes. Case colored scalloped action features, light scroll engraving pattern. Double triggers, auto ejectors, cocking indicators. European walnut stock with 3-piece forend and pancake cheekpiece, hard rubber buttplate. Leather sling. CONDITION: Very fine retaining most of its factory finishes with sharp edge wear to the blue and some minor rubbed areas of case hardening on the receiver. Wood exhibits light handling marks from use. Bore is bright, mechanics crisp, action tight. 50707-3 JWD (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1325

1326
$0.00

*SIMSON, SUHL ORNATE SIDE-PLATED DOUBLE SHOTGUN.

SN 725463. Cal. 12 ga. Bbls: 28″ special steel with solid rib. Right bbl marked “SIMSOM SUHL/MADE IN GDR”. Fixed IMP-CYL & FULL chokes. 2-3/4″ chambers as marked. Coin finished sideplated boxlock action with side clips, cross bolt and cocking indicators. Deep relief game scene engraving featuring waterfowl on sideplates with foliate scroll and fancy borders. Dbl triggers and ejectors. Factory swing swivels, front is bbl mounted. Splinter forearm and straight hand stock of dark colored fancy thin shell walnut with hand checkering. LOP: 14-1/2″ over orig buttplate. Drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Drop at heel: 3-1/4″. CONDITION: Bbls have very good blue showing a few small marks. Very good bright bores. Action has very good coin finish. Orig stock finish shows a few scattered scratches and marks. 51045-8 DS (2,500-3,500) – Lot 1326

1327
$0.00

UNIQUE BELGIAN MADE BACK ACTION HAMMER GUN.

SN 9771. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 30-1/2″ Damascus bbls, choked IC/Full, Liege black powder proofs. Back action locks, receiver body and trigger bow sculpted in open floral scroll patterns and gold geometric highlights. Sculpted dolphin hammers and bbl bosses similarly adorned. Horn under lever locking bolt and trigger tang. Figured European walnut, checkered floor piece, straight hand stock with cheekpiece and smooth steel buttplate. CONDITION: Good to very good. Bbls retain much of their orig brown finish with strong Damascus pattern, scattered light to moderate pitting throughout. Receiver and appended metal retain vestiges of orig case hardening color, stock is sound with many handling marks commensurate with age. Bores show moderate scattered pitting. Horn accessories are good. 50541-1 JWD (1,750-2,750) – Lot 1327

1328
$0.00

*FINE JOS. HAMBRUSCH BACK ACTION HAMMER GAME GUN.

SN 786. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 28″ bbls, choked Full/Full. Lockplates and action feature relief game scene vignettes surrounded by oak leaf scrolls and borders. Trigger guard with vignette of Tyrolian hunter. Finely sculpted hammers, side clips, double trigger. European walnut stock, splinter forend, capped pistol grip, pancake cheekpiece, sling swivels, basket weave hard rubber buttplate. 13-7/8″ LOP. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very fine. Gun retains virtually all of its fine factory finishes, receiver retains strong case hardening colors. Wood has scattered light handling marks, rubs and dings from usage. Stock and forend are sound. Bright bores, mechanics crisp, slightly loose with forend off. 50595-24 JWD (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1328

1329
$0.00

FINE DELUXE BELGIUM 12 GAUGE RABBIT EARED SHOTGUN.

SN 18703. Cal. 12ga. Good looking, full Damascus twist bbls, German silver flash protectors, totally unmarked other than internal Liege Black Powder proofs and gauge markings with full engraving on locks, trigger guard and receiver. Engraved panels of wolf, running dog, 3 stags, and Spaniel’s head. Good action and clean bores. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good overall. 30-1/2″ bbls brown overall with visible striping and finish. Mechanically fine with smooth bore and light pitting. Other surfaces grey with crisp engraving. “Certifiable orig antique ivory” bead sights, both sling swivels intact and functional. Horn trigger guard extension complete and stock is sound with numerous small blemishes and hand worn patina expected after over a 100 years of use. 50507-20 JS (800-1,200) IVORY – Lot 1329

1330
$805.00

*VERY FINE GERMAN PERCUSSION, DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUN.

SN NSN. Cal. 16ga. Beautifully restored “A. Muller Saalfeld” marked 16 ga shotgun. Adolph Muller is a listed gunsmith from Saalfeld, Germany from the mid-late 19th Century. This gun is beautifully carved, checkered with silver pins and silver plated mounts which are engraved as is the lock with panel scenes of dogs and trigger guard with a goose. CONDITION: Fine to very fine overall. Metal is grey/brown with large areas of thinning, orig brown. Trigger guard, buttplate and ramrod thimbles retain most all of their silver plate, most likely refinished. Stock is sound, solid, retaining virtually all of its bright, re-varnished finish. Bone tipped wood ramrod. Mechanically fine with smooth bores with pitting. 50507-21 JS (1,000-1,500) – Lot 1330

1331
$13,225.00
Revised: 9/21/2016

Please Note: Great News!! Safety not stuck in place, it is fine and correct. This model allows user to lock out these functions with set screws.

*SUPERB KREIGHOFF K-80 CROWN GRADE SHOTGUN SIX BARREL SET.

SN 11970. Cal 12/20/28/410. SK/SK all bbls. 28″ vent-rib bbls (with Tula choked and ported 12 ga bbls only). 20 & 410 bbls have Kolar adjustable weights installed. All four bbls SN matched. 5th bbl: 12 ga. 30″, 2-3/4″ chambers with forcing cones opened, Briley choke tubes installed. 6th bbl: 12 ga. 28″, 3″ chambers with forcing cones opened vent-rib and ported Briley external extended choke tubes installed. Ejectors. PLEASE NOTE: NEITHER 5th/6th BBL SN’s MATCH GUN. All bbls have faux-ivory beads. Exquisite game scene in gold relief over foliate, scroll, and forest blued receiver background. Gold crown and “K-80 SHOTGUNS OF ULM W. GERMANY” on bottom of receiver. Single adj. gold trigger. Gold crown on top lever. Nicely marbled palm-swelled pistol-grip stock. 14-3/4″ LOP over rubber pad. Americase Aluminum travel case for gun/4 ga bbl set. Additional Kreighoff Aluminum travel case for 5th/6th bbls & spare Briley extended choke tubes. CONDITION: Gun retains virtually all finish on receiver and bbls. Possible replacement stock as rear trigger guard tang shows thinning blue. Trigger/bbl selector inoperative. Safety stuck in fire position. Forend will not latch properly on 6th set of bbls. Gun in very excellent overall mechanical condition. 50973-10 FTL (10,000-15,000) – Lot 1331

1332
$4,887.50

*KREIGHOFF K-80 O/U SHOTGUN.

SN 21702. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ chambers . 30″ vent-rib bbls with forcing cones opened with Briley style choke tubes installed. Lt.Mod/Mod tubes installed. Bbls marked Model 32-12 ga, (SN 8952 – not matched with gun SN) with “Made for Europa Corporation Miami Florida”. Standard K-80 light scroll engraving on satin silver finish. Single selective release trigger. Ejectors. Locking safety. Lightly colored full pistol-grip palm swelled stock with slight Monte Carlo over thin rubber buttpad. 14-3/4″ LOP. Small Schnable forearm. Cased in Kreighoff aluminum travel case. CONDITION: Generally excellent overall, with two extremely minor handling marks on wood. Blue is excellent. Ejectors strong and in time. A good, solid, all-purpose shotgun. 50973-8 FTL (5,000-8,000) – Lot 1332

1333
$0.00

*FACTORY ENGRAVED KRIEGHOFF MODEL 32 TWO BARREL SET GUN.

SN 417. Cal. 12 ga. O/U 32″ bbl, 2-3/4″ chambers with forcing cones opened, vent-rib, Briley choke tubes installed. 2nd bbl: 32″ single bbl, 2-3/4″ chamber with forcing cones opened, vent rib, choked Mod. Ejectors. Note: Neither bbl SN match gun. Full coverage game scene scroll engraved satin silver receiver. Single selective trigger. Mahogany color capped pistol-grip stock with leather covered adj. comb and Graycoil system buttplate, 14-1/2″ LOP. Cased with accessories and 3 extra Briley tubes. CONDITION: Good overall. Mechanically fine. Light scattered handling marks throughout. A used gun with plenty of life left. 50994-3 FTL (5,000-8,000) – Lot 1333

1334
$5,865.00

*BLASER MODEL F3 TWO BARREL SET TARGET GUN.

SN FR003330. Cal 12 ga. 32″ O/U bbl marked “F/016362″ with high and custom adjustable vent-rib. Blaser Spectrum by Briley extended choke tubes. 2nd bbl: 34” single bbl marked “F/014816″ with high and custom adjustable vent-rib with Blaser Spectrum by Briley extended choke tubes. Single selective adjustable LOP release trigger. Non-auto safety. Lightly figured full pistol-grip palm-swelled stock with adjustable Monte Carlo comb, 14-1/2″ LOP over 1” kick-eez pad. Matte blue frame and bbl finish. In orig Blaser poly travel case with all accessories and spare adjustable weights. Choke tubes: 2xSK, 1-IC, 1-LM, 1-IM, 1-F. CONDITION: Gun in excellent overall orig condition with all wood and metal finishes intact. Very few extremely light handling marks on wood. Gun appears to have had very little use. 50973-1 FTL (4,000-5,000) – Lot 1334

1335
$0.00

*A&S FAMARS VENUS GRADE SIDELOCK EJECTOR SHOTGUN.

SN 29192. Cal. 12 ga. 27-3/4″ bbls with fixed MOD & FULL chokes. 2-3/4″ chambers as indicated by 70mm marks on water table. Fine Italian shotgun with coin finished sidelock ejector action having ornate pierced top lever. Full coverage rose and scroll engraving. Engraver’s signature and date appears to read “Moretti – 73”. Dbl triggers, front trigger is articulated. Splinter forearm and straight hand walnut stock with hand checkering. LP: 14-1/8″ to checkered butt. Leather luggage case with Abbiatico & Salvinelli label. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Near excellent. Bbls have very good finish with a few small scratches. Action has very good finish. Gloss stock finish shows a few small handling marks. Very good bright bores. 50595-76 DS (8,500-14,500) – Lot 1335

1336
$4,140.00

*PERAZZI MODEL MX-15L SINGLE BARREL TARGET GUN.

SN 121427. Cal. 12 ga. 34″ bbl. Ejector. 2-3/4″ chamber with forcing cones opened with adj. high-vent rib. Modified choke. Pleasing coin finished receiver with 40% light scroll and floral engraving. Single gold-plated and removable release trigger. Pleasing feathercrotch full pistol grip stock with adj. comb, 14-5/8″ LOP over ventilated Perazzi pad. Perazzi aluminum case with orig manual and tools. CONDITION: Gun is virtually new overall, and in excellent condition. 50973-11 FTL (5,000-7,500) – Lot 1336

1337
$4,600.00

*PERAZZI MX15L TWO BARREL SET TARGET GUN.

SN 97440. Cal. 12 ga. 34″ single target bbl with 2-3/4″ chamber with forcing cones opened, fitted with interchangeable choke tube, ported, with fully custom adjustable high-vent rib, with matching SN. 2nd bbl: 29-1/2″ O/U bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers with forcing cones opened, fixed choke IC/M, ported, with high-vent rib, imported by “Perazzi, USA, Rome, New York”. SN 59099. Coin finished boxlock frame with light scroll and foliate engraved sides and “Perazzi MX15L” on bottom. Single quick-adjustable LOP release trigger. Drop-out trigger group. 14-3/4 LOP over 1-1/2″ adjustable buttplate assembly. Non auto-safety. Plainly figured full pistol-grip stock with adjustable comb and buttplate. Cased in Perazzi poly-case with orig paperwork, accessories, and spare mainspring set. CONDITION: Generally good overall condition. Bbls retain most orig lustrous blue. Wood has various light handling marks throughout. Slight blue loss to forend metal from carrying gun. Ejectors strong. A well-used target gun with lots of life ahead. 50973-13 FTL (4,000-6,000) – Lot 1337

1338
$0.00

*PERAZZI MX3BC OVER/UNDER SKEET SHOTGUN.

SN 63762. Cal. 12 ga. 27-1/4″ bbls with 3/8″ vent rib with open side ribs. Fitted for interchangeable choke tubes with “LF & SK” extended tubes included. 2-3/4″ chamber as marked. Right side of bbl marked “Importer-Perazzi-USA/Rome-New York”. Blued boxlock action with removable single trigger. Auto ejectors. Forearm and pistol grip target stock of fine thin shell walnut with hand checkering. LOP: 14-1/2″ over orig Perazzi thin black pad. Faux-ivory bead sight. Drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Drop at heel: 1-13/16″. Housed in SKB molded luggage case with key. CONDITION: Overall very good. Retaining nearly all of its orig blue. Stocks have very good orig finish. Good bright bores. 50827-1 DS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 1338

1339
$3,450.00

*PERAZZI MIRAGE-S OVER/UNDER SPECIAL SPORTING SHOTGUN.

SN 79837. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbl with vent rib fitted with interchangeable chokes, includes skeet & full extended tubes. 2-3/4 chambers as marked. Blue boxlock action with gold filled markings. Single trigger is adjustable for LOP. Walnut target forearm with pistol grip, sporting clay stock of fancy walnut with hand checkering. With trigger in rear position LOP: 14-1/8″ over orig Perazzi pad. Includes Perazzi molded case. CONDITION: Bbl and action retain nearly all orig blue. Very good bright bores. Stocks have very good orig finish showing a few small marks. 50827-2 DS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 1339

1340
$2,875.00

*PERAZZI M-T-6 COMPETITION TWO BARREL SET TARGET GUN.

SN 65597. Cal. 12 ga. Bbl 1: 29-1/4″, 2-3/4″ with forcing cones opened, extended choke tubes installed. 2nd bbl: 30-1/2″, 2-3/4″ with forcing cones opened, extended choke tubes installed, custom ported vent-rib bbls with Briley choke tubes (SN does not match gun). Ejectors. Sgl selective release trigger. Non auto-safety. Light feather crotch full pistol-grip Monte Carlo comb stock, with 14-3/4 LOP over black rubber pad. CONDITION: Gun in very good overall condition, retaining nearly all its lustrous blue. Slight and scattered handling marks on frame and wood. Gun is tight and does not appear to have much use. Cased in aluminum Americase with interior lid referencing ATA Tennessee 2001 Handicapped Champion. 50973-9 FTL (3,500-5,000) – Lot 1340

1341
$2,300.00

*PERAZZI MS’80 OVER/UNDER GAME GUN.

SN 105186. Cal. 12 ga. Bbl are 27-1/2″ of Acciaio Special Steel having vent rib with slotted side ribs. Fixed imp-cyl & mod chokes. 2-3/4 chambers as marked on bbls. Blue boxlock trigger plate action. Single selective trigger. Auto ejectors. Schnable tipped forearm and straight hand stock of fancy walnut with hand checkering. 14″ LOP over black leather faced Pachmayr pad. Perazzi modeled hard case containing optional thin Decelerator pad. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Bbl and action have very good orig blue showing light edge wear with small scratches. Good bright bores. Stocks have very good finish. Ivory bead sight. 49934-1 DS (2,500-4,500) IVORY – Lot 1341

1342
$3,450.00

*PERAZZI MIRAGE TARGET SHOTGUN.

SN 95365. Cal. 12 ga. 29-1/2″, 2-3/4″ chambers, with forcing cones opened. Vent rib custom ported bbls with interchangeable choke tubes installed. “Precision Gold” removable release trigger group. Palm-swelled, full pistol-grip walnut stock with 14-1/2″ LOP over leather faced pad and schnable forend. In orig Perazzi case with spare main spring kit and orig owner’s manual. Case inner top lining deteriorating. CONDITION: Gun is in very good overall condition with very slight blue loss at muzzle and faint marks on left side receiver. Few and small handling marks on wood. Excellent sporting target gun. 50973-12 FTL (2,500-3,500) – Lot 1342

1343
$2,012.50

*PERAZZI MT-6 12 GAUGE SPORTING GUN WITH CASE.

SN 103851. Cal. 12 ga. 29-1/2″ bbls. 2-3/4″ chambers. Full set of choke tubes in case. Full length matted raised ventilated rib with steel mid bead and white plastic front bead. Single selective trigger, automatic ejectors, non-automatic safety. Buttstock is checkered in 2-point pattern, full knob pistol grip and 14-1/4 LOP over black leather faced recoil pad. Round nose forearm checkered in a 3-point pattern with Deeley release. Receiver is mostly un-engraved with floral pattern around hinge pin and on top lever. Otherwise, exhibiting classic cyanide case hardening. WEIGHT: 8 lbs. 13 oz. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain 95-97% blued finish. Hook area shows numerous assembly/ disassembly marks. Buttstock and forearm are excellent with minor handling marks and retain most of their orig finish. Receiver is excellent and retains 95-97% strong orig case color, most loss at bbl selector/ safety button, which moves quite freely, and may need spring tension adjustment. Top lever trigger-guard and forearm iron also retain approx 95-97% orig blued finish. Case is excellent. 50729-1 JSL53 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 1343

1344
$6,325.00

*BERETTA AS-20E OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN.

SN 26346. Cal. 20 ga. 26-1/2″ bbl with vent rib. Fixed IC & MOD chokes. 2-3/4″ chambers. Scalloped boxlock action with coin finish having full coverage arabesque scroll engraving. Dbl triggers, selective ejectors. Trim forearm and straight hand stock of exhibition quality thin shell walnut with hand checkering having nameplate at toeline. LOP: 14-3/8″ to checkered butt. Drop at comb: 1-1/4″; drop at heel: 2″. Weight: 5 lbs 7.6 oz. Housed in maker’s canvas covered case containing key along with warranty and associated paperwork. CONDITION: Bbl blue shows light wear with small scratches in breech area. Good bright bores. Action has good finish. Stock and forearm have very good satin refinish. 50724-2 DS (5,000-8,000) – Lot 1344

1345
$5,175.00
Revised: 9/14/2016

Please Note: The weight of the gun is actually 5 lbs. 12 oz., not 5 lbs. 1 oz.

*FABULOUS BERETTA MODEL AS-20-EL SPORTING SHOTGUN.

SN 16472. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 28″ vent rib bbls, IC/Mod choke. Dainty scalloped receiver with full coverage open scroll engraving, single non-selective trigger, auto ejectors. European walnut stock with slender finely checkered forend, sweeping half pistol grip, 14″ LOP over solid brown recoil pad. 5 lbs. 1 oz. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very fine. Gun retains most of its factory finish with only light edge wear and handling marks throughout. Bright shiny bores, mechanics crisp, action tight. 50595-21 JWD (3,500-5,000) C&R – Lot 1345

1346
$0.00

*FINE BERETTA S2 SIDELOCK GAME GUN.

SN 8403. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 26″ vent rib bbls marked “S3EELL #30351″ on bbl flats have been fitted to gun, choked IC/IM. Coin finish sidelock action with simple bouquet and scroll engraving, double trigger, cocking indicator, auto ejectors. Straight grained European walnut stock with slender checkered forend and straight hand grip, factory buttplate. 14-1/4” LOP. CONDITION: Very fine. Gun retains virtually all what appears to be a fine factory finish. Checkering is sharp as are all markings and engraving. Bbls from another gun are well fit. Action tight, crisp mechanics, bores are bright. 50724-4 JWD (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1346

1347
$3,162.50

*BERETTA 687 EELL DIAMOND PIGEON OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN.

SN R46287S. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbl of Excelsior high strength alloyed steel. 1/4″ vent rib, 3″ chambers, fixed IC & MOD chokes. Silver finished sideplated action with full coverage floral engraving signed by “Bottega C. Giovanelli”. Gold plated single selective trigger with auto ejectors. Schnable tipped forearm and pistol grip stock of fancy thin shell walnut with hand checkering and nameplate in toeline. LOP: 14-3/8″ over checkered wooden buttplate. Housed in Beretta molded hard case with blue overbox containing instruction manual with warranty and associated papers, optional plastic buttplate, sling swivels, fabric gun covers and oil. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Nearly new condition retaining virtually all of its orig finish. 50595-67 DS (2,750-4,250) – Lot 1347

1348
$2,587.50

*BERETTA 627EELL SXS SHOTGUN.

SN A41206A. Cal. 12 ga. Bbls: 26-1/2″ excelsior high strength steel fitted with MobileChokes, IMP-CYL & MOD tubes included. Satin silver finished sideplated action. Game scene engraving features mallards on right with woodcocks on left lock surrounded by foliate engraving and fancy borders. Engraving signed by “Bottega C. Giovanelli”. Gold plated single selective trigger with auto ejectors. Trim beavertail forearm and pistol grip stock of glossed finish fancy thin shell walnut with hand checkering having name plate and toe line. LOP: 14-3/8″ over Beretta pad. Includes Beretta molded luggage case containing gun covers and combination lock info. CONDITION: Near excellent, retaining nearly all of orig finish. Very good bright bores. 51046-6 DS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1348

1349
$3,162.50

*BERETTA MODEL 687 EELL CUSTOM PORTED SKEET SPECIAL 12 GA SHOTGUN WITH KOLAR 20/28/410 TUBE SET.

SN F52361B. Cal. 12ga. 28″ vent-rib custom ported bbls marked “Special Skeet”. Kolar Arms custom fitted insert tube set in 20/28/410 sizes. 20ga insert tubes installed. Single selective and LOP adjustable gold-plated release trigger. Trigger guard marked “Skeet” in gold. Classic side plate game scene engraved marked “Bottega C. Giovanelli”. Figured full pistol-grip palm-swelled satin oil-finished stock, 14-1/2″ LOP over 1″ Beretta ventilated buttpad. Cased in Beretta poly sporting case with orig hangtag and paperwork. Beretta 12ga choke wrench and 3 – 12ga choke tubes IC/IM/F. Additional aluminum Americase travel case with choke tube compartment and tools. CONDITION: Very nice overall condition with virtually all blue remaining and excellent game scene engraving. Ejectors strong. An excellent target shotgun. 50973-14 FTL (3,750-5,000) – Lot 1349

1350
$2,875.00

*NICELY MADE BERNARDELLI “HOLLAND INCISO” SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN.

SN 1477. (1967) Cal. 12 ga. 27-1/2″ Dovetailed bbls choked full and modified, are fitted with narrow, matted, game rib. Coin finished sidelock action features non-automatic safety, hidden third fastener, bushed strikers, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, and single non-selective trigger. Action and lockplates are engraved with full coverage of ribbons and bows with floral highlights and accents in a field of shading and simple scroll. Makers name and address are on bottom of action. Nicely watermark marbled, lightly figured European walnut slightly swan necked buttstock measures 14″ over Silver type pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching long ejector forend has Anson release. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining essentially all fine factory finishes on wood and metal, with only a few faint handling and assembly marks, shows extremely little use. 50504-1 (3,500-5,500) – Lot 1350

1351
$5,750.00

*RENATO TELO BEST CASED OVER/UNDER ITALIAN SHOTGUN.

SN 350. Cal. 28 ga. 27″ bbl with hand matted solid rib with fixed MOD & FULL chokes. Chambers are 2-3/4″ as marked. Silver finished side-plated ejector action with single non-selective trigger. Fine Bulino hand engraving featuring flying quail on side plates with a flying woodcock on floor plate surrounded by arabesque scroll signed by master engraver C. Cremini. Trim forearm with straight hand stock of exhibition quality walnut with hand checkering. LOP: 14-7/16″ to checkered butt. Drop at comb: 1-1/2″. drop at heel: 2-1/8″. Weight: 5 lb, 1.2 oz. Includes canvas luggage case with red velour fitted interior with makers label. Case contains cleaning rod, snap caps and key. CONDITION: Bbl has very good blue showing a few small handling marks. Action has very good silver finish. Glossed finished stocks show scattered scratches. Bright bores having some plastic fouling forward of chambers. 50456-1 DS (7,500-12,500) – Lot 1351

1352
$0.00

*LOVELY FERLIB MODEL F.VII BOXLOCK .410 GA SHOTGUN.

SN 33185. Cal. 410 Ga. 3″ Cham. 26″ bbl, choked IC/IC. Coin finished boxlock action engraved with simple game bird scenes and intermediate foliate scroll work. Double trigger, auto ejectors. Stock in medium brown fully figured European walnut, splinter forend, straight grip, checkered butt. 14-3/8″ LOP. 5 lbs, 4 oz. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain most of their factory finish with some thinning at carry point and muzzle. Wood is sound with one or two minor handling marks. Bores bright, mechanics crisp, action tight. 50724-3 JWD (5,000-8,000) – Lot 1352

1353
$3,162.50

*SVELT ZOLI-RIZZINI SIDEPLATED 28 GA SPORTING SHOTGUN.

SN 5042. Cal. 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 26″ vent rib bbls, choked IC/MOD is marked Abercrombie & Fitch. Sideplated boxlock action is case colored with open scroll engraving throughout, non-selective single trigger, extractors. Medium grained European walnut stock with slender forearm, half pistol grip and composite buttplate. 4 lbs. 15 oz. LOP 13-7/8″. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls with light edge wear and some thinning at the muzzle, case hardening colors are vibrant. Wood is sound, finish shows many rubs, nicks and dings from handling. Buttplate is a replacement. Bright bores, mechanics crisp, action tight. 50758-5 JWD (2,500-3,000) C&R – Lot 1353

1354
$1,150.00

*ABERCROMBIE & FITCH OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN.

SN 10492. Cal. 410 ga. Manufactured in Italy by Armi E. Salvinelli. 26″ vent rib bbls. CYL & FULL chokes. 3″ chambers. Case colored boxlock action with extractors and single non-selective trigger. Tasteful engraving featuring floral vignettes and fancy borders. Trim walnut forearm and round knob stock of light colored thin shell walnut with hand checkering. LOP: 13-1/2″ over orig buttplate. CONDITION: Very good, retaining most of orig blue and case color finish. Stock show a few small marks. Very good bright bores. 50674-1 DS (1,250-2,250) – Lot 1354

1355
$0.00

*LUIGI FRANCHI TRAP GRADE OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN.

SN 54745. Cal. 12 ga. Bbls: 30″ vent rib with Raybar front site with mid bead. Fix MOD & FULL chokes. 2-3/4″ chambers. Case colored boxlock action with single selective triggers and ejectors. Full coverage rose and scroll engraving. Target forearm with Monte Carlo pistol grip trap stock of checkered walnut. LOP: 14-3/8″ over Old English pad. CONDITION: Bbls retain 90% blue and have good bright bores. Action has bright case colors on sides fading to gray in carry areas. Wood finish shows wear with areas of chipping or discoloration having numerous scratches and handling marks. Stock has crack extending from top tang. Rear forearm latch screw is not engaged. 51045-5 DS (800-1,400) – Lot 1355

1356
$115.00

SPECIAL ST. JUDE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL LOT.

This lot consists of twelve past Julia auction firearm catalogs, together with their prices realized list. These catalogs serve as a valuable reference source. We regularly sell our past auction catalogs to collectors and dealers alike for that purpose. Please also note: The entire proceeds of this lot (to include the buyer’s premium), shall be donated to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital. St. Jude’s is one of the finest hospitals in North America today for the research and care of children afflicted with cancer. We hope that you will consider competing on this lot, we consider it to be an extremely worthwhile cause and we have dedicated ourselves to include similar lots in every single one of our auctions, the proceeds of which will be donated to St. Jude’s. Thank you for your participation. CONDITION: Very Good. 50209-7 (300-500) – Lot 1356

1357
$8,050.00

*RARE J. WOODWARD & SONS SMALL RING MAUSER SPORTING RIFLE.

SN 559. Cal. 7×57 Mauser. 25″ bbl with 1 standing, 2 flip-up rear sights. Front sight with pivoting protector. Commercial nitro-proof barrel with military step styling. Early Waffenfabrik Mauser transitional small ring action. Plain walnut stock with metal buttplate and metal capped pistol grip. In maker’s orig canvas and leather case with sling. CONDITION: A well used but solid sporting rifle. Numerous handling marks throughout. Thinning blue on all surfaces. Clear bore with strong rifling. 50682-1 FTL (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 1357

1358
$4,312.50

*RARE CHAS. DALY SPORTING RIFLE IN 22 HORNET.

SN 15009. Cal. 22 Hornet. This exceptionally well made and innovative rifle has 24″ tapered round bbl mounted with island rear sight base with 2 folding leaves marked for 100 and 200 yards. Rear of bbl is marked “Made in Prussia” “Krupp Steel” “22. Hornet” and “Charles Daly”. These rifles were made for Daly by F. Jaeger & Co. of Suhl incorporating Jaeger’s unusual and innovative tubular action with two centrally located locking lugs. Bolt with checkered panels and unusual horizontal flag safety. Bottom metal has beautifully machined and polished hinged magazine attached to floorplate which is held by checkered button at front. Action is fitted with double set triggers and Lyman rear sight. Nicely figured and lightly streaked European walnut stock with sculpted cheekpiece measures 13-5/8″ over ribbed horn buttplate. Pistol grip cap and forend tip are also of horn. Leupold 2-7x scope PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very good. Fine factory blue finish with minor wear on sharp edges. Stock has finish added and checkering re-cut with scattered handling marks and rubs. Mechanics crisp, bore needs a good cleaning. 50595-42 JWD (4,500-7,000) C&R – Lot 1358

1359
$2,300.00

*DANGEROUS GAME RIFLE ON COMMERCIAL MAUSER ACTION BY AUGUST SCHULER.

SN 25362. Cal. 10.75 x 68. 24″ Slightly tapered Bohler Antinit steel bbl is fitted with interesting elevation adjustable bright and visible ramp type rear sight with sleeved-on front ramp and sling loop. Makers name is inlaid in silver under rear sight, and steel type is in silver at each end. Commercial Mauser action (no. 103764) is fitted with scarce orig side safety (a $35.00 option in 1939), and dbl set triggers. Hinged floorplate has release in trigger guard bow. Mauser logos are stamped on recoil lug and bolt root. Nicely streaked European walnut stock measures 14-1/2″ over orig Silver pad, and features squared right hand cheekpiece, and well cut checkering at grip and forend. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished, when G&H type side mount was removed. Mounting holes professionally welded up, and slot in stock plugged. A groove remains in receiver ring to accommodate low position of mount base. Otherwise bbl and most of action retain over 95% orig blue, and stock retains most of its oil finish, with a slight chip behind tang. Superb bore, bright, sharp and shiny throughout. Action is smooth. This cartridge was maligned in the past, due to poor bullet design. With modern mono-metal bullets and powders, it is capable of taking any game anywhere. 51040-2 MGM223 (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1359

1360
$6,900.00

*EXQUISITE MAUSER OBERNDORF 1908 TYPE B SPORTER.

SN 21615. Cal. 7x57mm. 24″ tapered 3-stage bbl with ramp front and tangent rear sight. Chamber area marked “Waffenfabrik Mauser A.G. Oberndorf A/N, 1908”. Model 98 action with DST and military floorplate and safety. Fine European walnut stock with checkered half-grip and pancake cheekpiece. Factory marked hard rubber buttplate. Leather quick adjust sling. CONDITION: Very fine. Retains originally all of its factory blue and wood finish with only the slightest marks from handling. Mechanics crisp, bright shiny bore. A cream puff. 50707-10 JWD (2,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1360

1361
$4,312.50

*EXQUISITE GERMAN ENGRAVED CUSTOM STUTZEN RIFLE.

SN 35244. Cal. 30-06. 21-1/2″ bbl with caterpillar front sight and island rear, marked “Carl Guntermann, Dusseldorf”. Mauser action is fully engraved with floral sprays, engraved butter knife bolt, floorplate engraved in relief game scene with fighting stag by L.W. Kessler, Suhl. DST, side safety. Mannlicher style stock of exhibition quality fiddleback walnut has ebony forend tip, multi-point checkering, horn trigger guard and pancake cheekpiece, checkered hard rubber butt. Leupold 1.5×5 scope in fully engraved claw mount rings. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very fine. Gun retains virtually all of its custom finishes and remains in as new condition. Mechanics crisp, bright shiny bore, optics clear. 50595-43 JWD (4,000-6,000) – Lot 1361

1362
$3,450.00

*EXQUISITE AND RARE R.G. OWEN CUSTOM FULL STOCK SPORTING RIFLE.

SN 655. Cal. 30-06. 22″ sporter bbl with caterpillar front and quarter rib express sight with one standing and two folding leaves with gold line sighting guides. Springfield ’03 action with stippled receiver rings and checkered safety. Hinged floorplate, trapdoor grip cap. Full length Mannlicher style stock is finely figured straight grain English walnut with ebony forend tip, multi-point checkering with mullered borders and pancake cheekpiece, Noshoc pad. CONDITION: Very fine as partially restored. Bbl retains most of its original finish, scattered rubs and thinning at high points. Stock professionally restored, checkering re-cut and sharp, pad is a proper replacement. Mechanics crisp, bright bore. A rare classic from one of America’s finest riflesmiths. 50433-9 JWD (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1362

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1363
$13,800.00

*CLASSIC GRIFFIN & HOWE PRE-WAR SPORTING RIFLE.

SN 547. Cal. 30-06. 22-1/2″ sporter bbl with ramp front sight, bbl band sling swivel. G&H legend and SN engraved on bbl. Springfield action with stippled front ring, jeweled bolt and follower, checkered bolt and Lyman receiver sight. Military safety and floorplate. Walnut stock with horn forend tip, wrap around checkering, pancake cheekpiece, silver initial oval with “F.F.R.”, finely checkered steel buttplate with trap. Orig cleaning kit inside. Noske side mount with Lyman Alaskan scope. CONDITION: Very Good, all original. Blue finish with some high point wear and scattered oxidation from usage. Walnut stock with hand worn patina and numerous marks commensurate w/age. Mechanics are crisp, bright bore, sharp rifling, optics clear. 50433-8 JWD (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1363

1364
$4,025.00

*GRIFFIN & HOWE CUSTOM MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 1701/51221. Cal. 7x57mm Mauser. Fine American custom rifle based on Winchester pre-64 M70 action SN 51221. 24″ bbl custom Sporter weight marked “No 1701 Griffin & Howe, Inc. New York.” Bolt features jeweled body and extractor, custom safety and two panel checkering on bolt knob. Stippled ramp hooded front sight with folding leaf rear sight and base only for Lyman “48WJS” receiver sight. Leopold M8-4X gloss finish scope with duplex reticle on Redfield 1-pc mount. Classic style Sporter stock with shadow line cheekpiece and straight comb of fine thin shell walnut. Stock features rosewood forearm tip, steel grip cap, swivel bases and German silver presentation plate and toeline. LOP 13-3/4″ over checkered steel buttplate. Weight 9 lb 2.4 oz. CONDITION: Bbl and action retain nearly all their custom blue. Very good stock finish showing scattered small marks. Very good bore. 50433-1 DS (2,500-3,500) – Lot 1364

1365
$5,750.00

*RARE G&H SPRINGFIELD 1922 SPORTING RIFLE.

SN 711. Cal. 22 LR. 22″ sporter bbl with caterpillar front sight. G&H legend and SN on bbl. Springfield 1922 action with stippled front ring, jeweled bolt with checkered handle. Military floorplate modified with 5-round rimfire magazine. Lyman receiver sight, G&H single lever side mount with Zeiss “Zielklein” scope. Mounted in finely figured American walnut stock with ebony forend tip, wrap around multi-point checkering, pancake cheekpiece, finely checkered steel buttplate with trapdoor. Silver stock oval with initials “WBA”. CONDITION: Very fine. Orig finishes have been faithfully restored and rejuvenated. Some thinning at carry points and sharp edges, light oxidation on floorplate, trigger guard and grip cap. Scope is worn from use. Mechanics crisp, sharp rifling, optics good. 50433-7 JWD (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1365

1366
$0.00

*CUSTOM SPRINGFIELD 1922 MII SPORTING RIFLE.

SN 15764B. Cal. 22 LR. 24″ military bbl, caterpillar front sight, bbl band sling swivel. Military action has Springfield legend and SN on front ring, checkered bolt, 5-round rim fire magazine integral with floorplate. Lyman receiver sight. Military trigger. Re-purposed military stock with stylized fleur-de-lis checkering, Schnabel forend, twin cross bolts, finely checkered steel buttplate, extended pistol grip w/bakelite cap. CONDITION: Fine. Gun retains most of its orig custom finish with only minor rubs and marks from usage. Mechanics crisp, bright bore. 50433-3 JWD (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1366

1367
$1,725.00

*CLASSIC R.F. SEDGLEY CUSTOM ’03 SPORTING RIFLE.

SN 64247. Cal. 30-06. 24″ sporter weight bbl, banded ramp front sight, bbl band sling swivel. Military action marked “Rock Island Arsenal Model 1903”. Maker’s legend stamped on top of bbl with “S” proof mark. Lyman receiver sight. Military floorplate engraved with mountain lion and foliate scroll work. Walnut sporter stock with Schnable forend and checkered steel butt. CONDITION: Very good. Rifle retains most of its orig custom finish with light light handling marks to the wood and some thinning on high edges of metal. Mechanics crisp, strong rifling with some scattered light pitting in bore. 50433-2 JWD (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1367

1368
$5,750.00

*FABULOUS FN CUSTOM SPORTING RIFLE BY FAMED MAKER ROGER M. GREEN.

SN 20006. Cal. 7×57. 22″ sporter weight bbl with banded front sight and island rear. Maker’s name and inventory number (40) on top of bbl. FN Mauser action is engraved in fine foliate scroll. Three panel checkered bolt and checkered tang safety. Floorplate embellished with pronghorn scene surrounded by scroll flourishes, trigger bow features bust of bighorn sheep. Lovely straight grain English walnut stock with ebony forend tip, multi point checkering, steel engraved grip cap, pedestal sling swivel studs and engraved skeleton buttplate. Zeiss 3-9x scope in engraved QD rings and bases. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very fine. Gun retains virtually all of its custom finishes with only scattered light handling marks on the wood, otherwise as new. Mechanics crisp, bright bore, optics clear. 50595-40 JWD (5,000-8,000) – Lot 1368

1369
$5,462.50

*CHOICE DAKOTA ARMS MODEL 76 TRAVELER SAFARI GRADE RIFLE.

SN BLG7X57T. Cal. 7×57. 24″ sporter weight bbl, bbl band front sight with quarter rib express sight, bbl band sling swivel. 76 action utilizes unique threadless disassembly mechanism which allows the rifle to be taken apart into two sections convenient for traveling. Two-piece XXX marble cake English walnut stock with ebony forend tip, wraparound checkering, shadowline cheekpiece, inletted sling swivel stud and thin red recoil pad. Talley scope bases. CONDITION: As new condition. Mechanics crisp, bore bright. Rifle shows very little, if any, use with only one or two light handling marks. 50433-5 JWD (5,000-8,000) – Lot 1369

1370
$8,050.00

*SUPERB SPECIAL ORDER DAKOTA ARMS MODEL 10 RIMFIRE SINGLE SHOT RIFLE.

SN DRG22LR. Cal. 22 LR. 23″ sporter bbl with ramp front sight and quarter rib rear, bbl band sling swivel, falling block action with rimfire breechblock. Honey gold marble cake English walnut stock with multi-point checkering, inletted sling swivel stud and trapdoor grip cap, matching smooth walnut buttplate. Leupold 4x scope in Talley bases and rings. CONDITION: Very fine, as new. Mechanics crisp, bright shiny bore, optics clear. A rarely encountered rimfire example from one of America’s best custom makers. 50433-4 JWD (4,000-6,000) – Lot 1370

1371
$3,162.50

*FINE CHAMPLIN ARMS CUSTOM SPORTING RIFLE.

SN 261. Cal. 7mm Mag. 25″ full oct bbl with integral front ramp and quarter rib, marked “A.L. Acey, Lockhart” on top flat. Patented Champlin heavy duty action with checkered bolt and drop floorplate. Mounted in honey gold English walnut with fleur-de-lis checkering and shadow line cheekpiece. Black old English pad. Leupold bases and rings. CONDITION: Very good. Gun retains most factory finish with sharp edge wear and thinning at muzzle. Stocks with numerous rubs and handling marks from usage. Sharp rifling, mechanics crisp. 50994-20 JWD (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1371

1372
$3,737.50

*SUPERB CHAMPLIN ARMS SAFARI EXPRESS RIFLE.

SN 83. Cal. 375 H&H. 23″ full oct bbl with ramp front and island rear express sight. Patented Champlin heavy duty action with roller type safety and hinge floorplate. Fine figured English walnut with fleur-de-lis checkering, checkered steel grip cap and solid black pad. CONDITION: Very fine. Rifle retains all of its fine custom finish with only the lightest handling marks and rubs from usage. Mechanics crisp, bright shiny bore. 50827-24 JWD (4,000-7,000) – Lot 1372

1373
$3,737.50

*HIGH PERFORMANCE COOPER M40 REPEATING RIFLE.

SN R188. Cal. 22 Hornet. 24″ heavy sporter bbl, no provision for sights. Repeating action fitted with 5-round box magazine. Exhibition quality dark streaked English walnut with ebony forend tip, multi point wrap around checkering, inletted sling swivels has shadowline cheekpiece, steel grip cap and checkered steel buttplate. Leupold 6×42 scope in Talley bases and rings. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very fine. Rifle shows only the slightest handling marks and remains in as new condition. Mechanics crisp, bright shiny bore, optics clear. 50595-53 JWD (2,500-4,000) – Lot 1373

1374
$1,092.50

*CUSTOM SAKO LH SPORTING RIFLE.

SN 631959. Cal. 7mm Mag. 23″ bbl. Rifle built by J.S. Bailey, St. Albans, ME on Sako AV LH barreled action. Target style walnut stock with full forestock and left hand shadow line cheekpiece, brown Decelerator pad. Mounted with Leupold VX-R 3-9×50 rifle scope. CONDITION: Fine. Gun retains virtually all of its custom finish with scattered light handling marks and rubs from use. Bright bore, mechanics crisp, optics clear. 50836-3 JWD (1,500-2,500) – Lot 1374

1375
$862.50

*MASSIVE CUSTOM RUGER NO. 1 WILDCAT IN .366 DGW.

SN 133-88258. Cal. .366 DGW. 26″ heavy stainless steel bbl with integral muzzle break, banded front sight and sling swivel. Bbl marked “Custom built for Pat Hebert by J.S. Bailey St. Albans, ME”, with cal. marking. Action has been finished in satin nickel, single stage set trigger installed. Heavy maple stock and forend with shadowline cheekpiece for left handed shooter, solid black recoil pad. Leupold VX-7 3.5-14x scope. Accompanied by reloading dies, brass and 19 loaded cartridges. CONDITION: Very fine. Gun retains virtually all of its custom applied finishes with little evidence of use. Bright shiny bore, mechanics crisp, optics clear. 50836-4 JWD (2,500-6,000) – Lot 1375

1376
$805.00

*RUGER NO 1 CUSTOM LONG RANGE SINGLE SHOT RIFLE.

SN 132-91272. Cal. 45-120. Custom 28″ McGowen heavy oct bbl measuring 1″ across flats at muzzle. Bbl is sightless having a Weaver scope base. Single shot rifle set up for long range black powder cartridge shooting. Beavertail forearm and cap pistol grip stock of fancy walnut with cut checkering, swivel bases and orig red Ruger pad. Reloading tools include Lyman 3-die set and RCBS 3-die set. Also includes 18 rounds of 45-100 reloaded ammo. CONDITION: Very good re-blued metal finish. Very good bright bore. Good orig stock finish having a large bruise on left side of forearm near tip. 51034-37 DS (500-1,500) – Lot 1376

1377
$0.00

*WEATHERBY MARK V CLASSIC SPORTING RIFLE.

SN H72436. Cal. 300 WBY. 26″ sporter bbl with KDF muzzle brake. Japanese made Mark V action configured as factory “MK V Classic”. Honey gold English walnut with ebony forend tip, multi point checkering and shadowline cheekpiece finished in hand rubbed oil, solid red pad. Leather sling. Leupold 3.5-10x scope. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very fine. Rifle shows only light scattered handling marks on wood, high luster blue finish as new with only some thinning observed on bolt handle and muzzle break. Mechanics crisp, sharp rifling, optics clear. 50595-54 JWD (2,500-3,500) – Lot 1377

1378
$0.00

*WEATHERBY HIGHLY ORNATE MARK V DELUXE BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN P45100. Cal. 300 WBY Mag. German manufactured Mark V action with 24″ sporter weight bbl. Includes original red Weatherby hard case with key as well as 6 boxes orig Weatherby Ammunition, 4 boxes 150 gr less 2 cartridges, 1 box 110 gr, 1 box 220 gr. Spectacular rifle with many custom features. California style Monte Carlo cheek piece stock of exhibition qualify claro walnut with high gloss finish. Stock features rosewood forearm tip and grip cap with dbl spacers, having diamond shaped inlay in grip cap with diamond shaped vacant gold engraved name plate between 2 pearl inlays on bottom of forend. Grip and forearm areas have elaborate vine type hand carved panels with stippled backgrounds. Each panel includes 6 leaf shape California Abelone shell inlays. Gold plated quick detach sling swivels. LOP: 14-1/2″ over Weatherby ventilated pad. Floor plate and trigger guard have full coverage foliate engraving with vignette featuring raised gold grizzly bear. High polished bbl and action accented by gold plated trigger, jeweled bolt and 2-panel checked bolt knob. Fitted with a Leupold Vari-X-III 3.5 X10 gloss finish scope with duplex reticle on Buehler mounts. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection. CONDITION: Very good high polish blue. Stock has very good gloss finish showing scattered scratches, scuffs and handling marks. Very good bore. Scope is in good condition and has clear optics. Case in extremely fine condition as are all but 1 of the ctg boxes. 51036-28 DS (10,000-15,000) – Lot 1378

1379
$3,450.00

*EXCEPTIONAL ENGRAVED AND GOLD EMBELLISHED GERMAN WEATHERBY MARK V.

SN P70188. Cal. 270 WBY. Mark V Deluxe with skip line checkering. 24″ bbl with “J.P. Sauer & Sohn” markings at bottom of bbl with extensive engraving covering most all receiver, bbl, bolt cocking assembly, rings and bases, and floorplate. Engraving is done in a Germanic vine and scroll and is well executed. It is signed by the engraver on the bottom in script “CEC” and dated “89”. As well as being engraved, there is a heavy gold inlay on floorplate of a bugling elk. Mounted in Cone-trol split rings and bases. Is a Weatherby premiere variable 3-9 scope that appears to be period to the manufacture of the rifle. Traditional high polish Weatherby highly figured walnut stock with Weatherby marked white line recoil pad. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine. Shows very little use with some very minor handling marks in the stock finish. Metal is excellent plus with no evidence of finish loss. Bore and mechanics are bright and crisp. Optics function properly and are clear and bright. 51035-1 TDW (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1379

1380
$0.00

*WEATHERBY SOUTHGATE FN 98 BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 3552. Cal. 270 Weatherby Mag. Very early Weatherby produced in Southgate, CA, possibly 1955 first year mfg. 24″ light sporter weight bbl with chrome bore. Weatherby variable 2-3/4x to 10x gloss finished scope with standard crosshair on Redfield mounts. Monte Carlo cheekpiece California Style stock of fancy walnut. Stock features include rosewood forearm tip and grip cap with white line spacers, hand checkering and swivel bases. LOP: 13-5/8″ over after market Pachmayr black ventilated pad. CONDITION: Orig high gloss blue shows spots of fading on bbl with edge wear on action. Good bright bore. Good orig stock finish showing scattered scratches and marks. 51034-26 DS (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1380

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1381
$4,600.00

*EXQUISITE CUSTOM MAUSER SPORTER CALIBER 338 WIN MAG.

SN K4786. Cal. 338 Win Mag. Best quality long Mauser action with 24″ bbl with quarter rib mounted 3-leaf express rear sights with banded ramped front sight base and ivory bead sight. Professionally finished in a deep non-reflective blue. Jeweled bolt body with 4-panel checkered bolt handle and commercial cocking body with Winchester type lever safety. Blackburn adjustable trigger and mounted with Redfield 1-pc bridge mount and Redfield rings. Attached is a matte finished Leupold vari-X3. Gold ring scope and 2.5X8 variable power magnification. Polished rails and properly opened feed ramp for its long belted magnum cartridge. Elegantly contoured highly figured Circassian walnut stock. With ebony forend tip and beautifully contoured metal grip cap. Masterfully checkered at forearm and wrist with scalloped and contoured cheek rest on left side. A perfectly fitted commercial Blackburn trigger guard housing with drop floorplate. Hand engraved magazine follower indicates cal. .338 Win. Mag. is hand inletted and fitted to the standard of a best quality custom rifle. Masterfully fitted sling swivel bases fitted into a wonderfully raised platform. Has red recoil pad marked “London Guns, Santa Monica, California” expertly installed. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, with virtually all blue finish remaining with only the slightest amount of edge wear at muzzle from being inserted into a case. Stock has several very minor scratches and two slight crushing bruises into edge of cheek rest. A masterfully built custom sporting rifle with 14″ L.O.P. and a measured weight of 9.7 lbs. 50595-41 TDW (3,000-5,000) IVORY – Lot 1381

1382
$2,530.00

*GORGEOUS REMINGTON MODEL 700 CUSTOM BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 6268492. Cal. 223. 22″ Shilen heavy sporter custom bbl. Model 700 bolt action receiver. Walter S. Abe custom high grade Monte Carlo buttstock with marble cake figure. Ebony forend cap. Ebony capped pistol grip with Abe logo. Fine line borderless checkering. Solid red recoil pad. Sling swivels. Leupold 3×9 variable scope. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl shows minor handling marks. Assorted minor handling marks in wood. Bore needs cleaning. Optics clear. 50595-44 TJW (2,500-3,750) – Lot 1382

1383
$4,025.00

*IMPORTANT WYCHE CUSTOM WEATHERBY RIFLE OF FAMED BIG GAME HUNTER DR. FRANK C. HIBBEN.

SN 2910. Cal. 300 WIN. 26″ custom heavy sporter bbl marked “Wyche” with cal. marking. Early Weatherby Southgate marked FN action. Jaeger marked trigger. Military floorplate. Early Weatherby style stock with skip line checkering, diamond ebony inlay and single cross bolt with Monte Carlo cheekpiece and Weatherby marked recoil pad. Readfield 4x scope. Dr Hibben’s aluminum hard case accompanies lot along with a partial list of his firearms, a biography of his accomplishments, and copies of two books “Under the African Sun” and “Kwaheri”, which picture Hibben and this rifle. Of note, this rifle was used to take the “Longonot Leopard”, thought to be the largest ever killed(length 8.5′)at the time. CONDITION: Good. Bbl has numerous rubs, scratches and handling marks as does stock. Finish worn from extensive field use commensurate with storied past. Mechanics crisp, strong rifling, optics clear. Case is sound with Hibben’s luggage tag. Books as new. 50207-2 JWD (2,000-4,000) – Lot 1383

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1384
$402.50

*REMINGTON 03-A3 CUSTOM BOLT ACTION TARGET RIFLE.

SN 4110387. Cal. 300 Win Mag. Custom heavy 26″ target bbl. Target globe front sight with Redfield Olympic receiver sight. Bbl has scope block. Front receiver ring is drilled for scope block. Polished bolt body with welded low swing bolt handle. Canjar single stage trigger with wide shoe. Wood block single shot adapter. Custom walnut target stock with sling swivels and palm rest on rail. LOP: 13-1/8″ over Pachmayr rifle pad. CONDITION: Metal has very good high polish reblued finish with spots of freckling on bbl. Very good bore. Gloss finished stock shows scattered scratches and marks. 51034-36 DS (400-800) – Lot 1384

1385
$9,200.00

*UNIQUE “PATENT STENDEBACHS” MODEL IDEAL DOUBLE RIFLE.

SN 2137. Cal. 9.3X74. 23-1/2″ steel bbls, nitro-proofed. Extractors. Adj. standing rear sight with ramped front fixed sight. Sling swivel attached. Double trigger. Auto safety. Cocking indicators. Unique and massive action adorned with tasteful 30% coverage engraving. Snap underlever action. Horn capped pistol grip stock with small cheekpiece. 13-7/8″ LOP over checkered form buttplate. CONDITION: Unbelievably clean original condition showing little to no use. An extremely unique gun with innovative action. 51038-2 FTL (7,500-12,500) C&R – Lot 1385

1386
$4,600.00

*PRAMESBERGER SIDEPLATED BLITZ ACTION OVER-UNDER DOUBLE RIFLE WITH EXTRA SHOTGUN/ RIFLE COMBINATION BARRELS, SCOPE AND CASE.

SN 1712.63. Cal. 16 ga x 7x65R. 270 x 270. 26-7/8″ Double rifle bbls and 24-1/4″ combo bbls. Both bbl sets are fitted with full length matted ribs, central portions milled away forming quarter rib and front base. Tops are engraved “FR. PRAMESBERGER – GOISERN”. Rear portions are fitted with single standing leaf sights and claw bases. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with Ferlach proofs. Rifle bbls were made in 1963, and combo bbls made in 1961. Coin finished, sideplated, Blitz, double Kersten action features automatic safety, bushed strikers, and dbl triggers (front set). Action is engraved with near full coverage oak leaves in shaded backgrounds surrounding game scenes; bugling stag and pair of hinds on left, and buck roe deer with two does on right. Bottom of action is engraved with portrait of chamois surrounded by Pramesberger name and address. Trigger guard is of steel. Well marbled European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 13-3/4″ over Silver type pad, and features right hand shadow line cheekpiece, and point pattern checkering with broad deeply mullered borders. Each bbl set has its own forend; double rifle is 3-pc, combo set one piece. Kahles Helia L 6X rail scope with heavy 3 post and crosshair reticle is in claw mounts which only fit combo bbls. John Hall plastic case has room for gun and both sets of bbls and scope. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain over 80% of an old re-blue. Coin finish of action shows considerable darkening, especially on bottom. Stocks retain most of an old oil finish, possibly orig., worn through at grip and forends from normal hand wear. Checkering somewhat worn. Checkering on combo forend worn smooth on rear of left side. Shotgun bore is excellent. Combo rifle bore is excellent with slight erosion at throat. Double rifle bores are excellent. Action is tight. Set trigger works. Scope is excellent, optically clear. Case is excellent. 51040-1 MGM225 (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 1386

1387
$0.00

*TRULY EXCEPTIONAL HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION CHARLES DALY SIDELOCK TANG SAFETY SIDE COCKING DRILLING BY J. P. SAUER.

SN 92442. Cal. 12 x 12 x 30-30 Win. 28″ Bbls with flip-up rear sight are marked with makers name and address on tops. Bbl flats and water table are stamped “PRUSSIA”. Case hardened side lock top lever action has rifle cocking lever on left side, and tang safety bisected by flip-up peep rear sight. Fronts of lockplates are engraved “Manufactured for Charles Daly”. Nicely fiddle figured European walnut semi-pistol grip stock measures 14-1/4″ over orig ribbed horn buttplate. CONDITION: Excellent, very close to new, retaining over 95% orig finishes on wood and metal, with a number of handling marks. All bores are excellent. Mechanically excellent. A well balanced American market drilling with great dimensions. 51040-3 MGM224 (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 1387

1388
$0.00

FINE ANTIQUE SIDE LOCK DRILLING BY J.P. SAUER & SOHN.

SN 52015. Cal. 12 ga/9.3x74R. 30″ fine Damascus bbls marked Dreilaeufer-System, side lock action engraved in bouquet and scroll pattern with cocking indicators for shotgun and rifle. Wonderful flip up tang sight integral with safety. Side lever cocking piece for rifle. Dark European walnut stocks with multi point checkering, Deely forend latch, horn grip cap and replacement solid red recoil pad. CONDITION: Good. Bbls retain most of their brown Damascus pattern with scattered light to moderate pitting throughout, several small dents and dings. Case colored action and trigger guard have faded and turned to silver with some light oxidation. Wood finish has been refreshed likely at time of new pad installation. Mechanics crisp, shotgun bore is bright, rifle bore with light scattered pitting. 50755-5 JWD (2,000-4,000) – Lot 1388

1389
$0.00

*SIMSON, SUHL HAMMERLESS DRILLING.

SN 951185. Cal. 12 ga./5.7×43 (.222 Rem). Bbls: 24-12/” special steel. Shotgun bbls have FULL & FULL chokes and 2-3/4″ chambers. Faux-ivory blade front sight with added paint with folding leaf rear sight. Rib has 4 added holes with cap screws for scope mount installation. Scalloped boxlock action with top tang safety and bbl selector, cocking indicators, side clips and cross bolt. Ornamentation is open pattern scroll with borders. Dbl triggers, extractors, splinter forearm and pistol grip walnut stock with European style comb. Stocks feature hand checkering, rosewood grip cap with faux-ivory inset and added left hand check piece. Front sling swivel is bbl mounted. LOP: 15″ over 3/4″ rosewood extension checkered buttplate. CONDITION: Bbls have 60% blue with fading in carry areas. Shotgun bbls show spots of very light pitting. Rifle bore has slightly worn appearance with small spots of roughness forward of chamber. Selector operated folding rear sight is not raising properly. Action finish has faded to gray. Refinished stocks with scattered handling marks. 51045-9 DS (2,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 1389

1390
$0.00

*BENEKENDORFF & CO HAMMERLESS DRILLING.

SN 651. Cal. 12 ga/9/3X72R. 27-3/4″ bbl of Krupp fluid steel. Shotgun bbls have FULL & FULL chokes and 2-1/2″ chambers. Bead front sight with selector operated folding leaf rear sight. Scalloped boxlock action having top tang selector, side safety, cross bolt, side clips, cocking indicators, and horn trigger guard. Dbl triggers and extractors. Orig splinter forearm of checkered walnut. Custom replacement round knob check piece walnut stock. LOP: 14″ over horn buttplate. Front swivel is bbl mounted. CONDITION: Bbl retains 50% dull fading blue. Shotgun bbls show light pitting. Rifle bore is poor with dark appearance and worn rifling. Action is fading to silver gray. Forearm shows heavy wear with large gouge on right side. Stock has good finish with scattered light handling marks. 51045-10 DS (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1390

1391
$0.00

*HEYM 55 B EXPRESS OVER/UNDER RIFLE.

SN 55796. Cal. 7X65R. 25″ Krupp special steel bbls with solid rib. Left side has importer markings “Frelich’s Custom Guns Inc.”. Blade front site with standing leaf rear site. Satin nitrate finished boxlock ejector action with cross bolt, cocking indicators, and dbl triggers. Game scene engraving features boar on right with stage on left surround by foliate scroll. Forearm and capped pistol grip cheekpiece stock of fancy walnut with hand checkering and sling swivel. Front swivel is bbl mounted. LOP: 14-1/4″ over orig buttplate. Orig Heym green 2-pc foam lined box with matching serial no. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Near new retaining virtually all its orig finish. Right ear of stock has series small indentations from storage. Near excellent bores. 50595-68 DS (4,500-7,000) – Lot 1391

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1392
$0.00

*PRE-WAR MERKEL MODEL 411 COMBINATION GUN.

SN 20936. Cal. 16 ga/8×57. 25-1/2″ solid rib bbl with express sights and claw mounts with newer 30mm rings installed, case hardened action with simple scroll and floral engraving, double triggers, extractors. Fine European walnut stock with burl figure in shadowline cheekpiece, multi point checkering, horn grip cap and Merkel marked horn buttplate. CONDITION: Fine as partially restored. Bbls and stock have been professionally conserved and retain most of those properly applied finishes. Mechanics crisp, bright shiny bores, action tight. 50827-4 JWD (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1392

1393
$0.00

*PRE-WAR GERMAN SINGLE SHOT STALKING RIFLE BY HEROLD.

SN 1085. Cal. 32 WIN SPL. 23-1/2″ full rib bbl with express rear sight, rib has been drilled and tapped. Case colored action has border engraving, double set triggers, cocking indicator and tang safety, European walnut stocks with flat point checkering, pancake cheekpiece and smooth metal case hardened buttplate. CONDITION: Good to very good. Bbls show scattered nicks and dings from handling as does wood, case hardened receiver with much hardening color remaining. Mechanics crisp, bore bright and shiny, action tight. 50328-1 JWD (1,500-1,900) C&R – Lot 1393

1394
$1,725.00

*FINE MANNLICHER SCHOENAUER M1952 STUTZEN RIFLE.

SN 13275. Cal. 7x57mm. 22″ sporter bbl ramp front sight with island rear, receiver ring marked with manufacturer info and proofed date 1964. Butter knife bolt, DST, M-S patented rotary magazine. Full length walnut stock with metal forend tip, pancake cheekpiece, hard rubber butt, leather sling. Griffin & Howe side mount with Collmorgen 4x Bear Cub scope. CONDITION: Very fine, retains most of its factory high lustre finish. Mechanics crisp, bright shiny bore, optics clear. 50707-6 JWD (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 1394

1395
$4,600.00

*MANNLICHER SCHOENAUER 1903 CARBINE.

SN 11824. Cal. 6.5x54mm. 18″ sporter bbl, ramp front sight, island rear. Chamber area with manufacturer & model. Bbl marked Von Lengerke & Detmold, Inc. New York. Butter knife bolt handle, double set trigger, M-S patented rotary mag. VLD marked quick detach scope mount and C. Reikhert-Wien telescope. Steel buttplate with trapdoor cartridge magazine. CONDITION: Very good. Retains most factory finish with light handling wear from usage. Mechanics crisp, bright shiny bore, optics good. 50707-5 JWD (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1395

1396
$575.00

*FINE CONDITION STEYR-MANNLICHER LUXUS RIFLE.

SN 89675. Cal. 270 Win. Steyr-Mannlicher Luxus Grade rifle. Lustrous blue barreled action with semi-spoon handled jeweled bolt. Three cartridge capacity removable clip. Single fixed standing sights. Well figured oil-finished and checkered walnut stock w/ rosewood forend tip/pistol grip cap. Steyr ventilated buttpad. Nikon 3×9 variable scope on detachable style mounts (non-functioning). Custom muzzle break professionally added. CONDITION: Rifle is in excellent overall condition showing little to no use. Small logo medallion missing from gripcap. Would make an exceptional hunting rifle. 50502-1 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 1396

1397
$575.00

*WARTIME MANUFACTURE MAUSER-WERKE ES 350B TRAINING RIFLE.

SN 300190. Cal. 22LR. 26-1/2″ heavy sporter bbl, ramp front and military style adjustable rear sight fitted to calibrated dovetail cut into top of bbl for rear sight paralax. Single-shot action with military style safety and trigger. Checkered walnut stock with full pistol grip and hard rubber Mauser buttplate. Bausch-Lomb scope mount w/o optics. Mauser banner embossed in stock. CONDITION: Good – very good. Bbl retains most factory finish with high edge wear. Stock has a longitudinal age crack through the butt section along grain lines, otherwise sound. Mechanics crisp, bright bore. 50707-4 JWD (800-1,200) C&R – Lot 1397

1398
$1,035.00

*RARE SCHULTZ & LARSEN M60 SPORTING RIFLE.

SN 5328. Cal. 7×61 SH. 26″ 1 in 12 twist unique bbl, Danish action features four rear position locking lugs and cocks on closing. Kollmorgen Bear Cub 6x scope. Straight grain European walnut stock with capped pistol grip, Monte Carlo cheekpiece, black vented pad, leather sling. CONDITION: Very fine. Gun retains most of its high luster factory blue. Wood shows scattered light handling marks and rubs from use. Mechanics are crisp, bright bore, optics clear. 50426-38 JWD (600-900) – Lot 1398

1399
$10,350.00

*◊ EXTRAORDINARY MAUSER C96 TRANSITIONAL 1930 COMMERCIAL WITH MATCHING STOCK.

SN 736325. Cal. 7.63MM. Early transitional M1930 with 5-1/4″ bbl, fixed front sight and slip-in 50-1000 rear sight. Short extractor, 2-lug firing pin, small ring hammer. Usual chamber markings, small Mauser Banner on left side of frame and 2-line address on right side of frame. Major parts salt blued. Minor parts fire blued. Broadly serrated walnut panels. Lanyard ring present. Accompanied by orig and matching Mauser Banner shoulder stock with looped hinge and lug with round shoulders numbered with last 3 digits. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Approximately 99% bright orig salt blue with minimal high point wear on rails and leading edge of floorplate, negligible oxidative pin pricks on the right side of magazine well. Minimal wear on bright, fire blued small parts. Grips retain most orig varnish with only minor handling marks. Excellent stock with minor dings and slight discoloration of hinge and lug. Difficult ensemble to encounter in top condition. 49829-152 LMA (4,500-6,500) C&R – Lot 1399

1400
$4,025.00

*◊ EARLY MAUSER C96, EARLY SMALL RING WITH LONG EXTRACTOR, FRENCH DISTRIBUTOR, MATCHING STOCK.

SN 37122. Cal. 7.63MM. One of a small number of Pre-war Commercial C96s with small ring hammer but retaining the long extractor. Standard 5.5″ bbl having fixed front sight and slip-in 50-1000 rear sight. In addition to the usual chamber markings the top of the bbl is marked “Manufacture Francaise d’Armes et Cycles-St. Etienne”. Right side of frame with a standard 2 line address. Full serial number on sub-frame and frame with all appropriate small parts matched to the last 3 digits of the serial number. Major components rust blued. Fire blued, extractor, cursor, bolt stock, safety & grip screw. Strawed trigger. Special order fine checkered wood grips with the bottom of the right panel marked “9399” by the French distributor as is also found on a number of Mannlicher M1905 pistols. Lanyard ring present. Orig Mauser stock matched to the last 3 digits of a pistol, but likely a replacement as most pistols in this serial range would have had their lug matched with the full serial number. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Approximately 90-95% bright orig rust blue with most wear in front of magazine well and the front strap that has largely toned. Dull bore with shallow rifling. Bolt will not retract all the way to hold open. Manual mechanics otherwise perfect. Good re-varnished stock with several cracks and excellent rough milled lug numbered “122”. Very desirable configuration with French retailer markings and special order grips. 49829-121 LMA (3,000-5,500) C&R – Lot 1400

1401
$5,175.00

*◊ SUPER SCARCE MAUSER C96 SIX SHOT, SCREW-IN BARREL, REINFORCED BARREL EXTENSION, CHECKERED GRIPS.

SN 29504. Cal. 7.63MM. Desirable Pre-war C96 with 4″ screw-in bbl having fixed front sight, slip-in 50-1000 rear sight and reinforced bbl extension. Long extractor, 2-lug firing pin, small ring hammer. Chamber and frame markings in keeping with contemporary production. Right side of bbl extension with Thai import markings. Floorplate externally smooth (no serrations). Finely checkered walnut grips. Lanyard ring present. Disassembly shows all matching numbers including each of the replacement grip panels. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Well over 99% restored rust blue with comparable or somewhat lesser condition fire blue and straw as applied to the small parts. Excellent, well fitting replacement grips. Dark bore with barely discernible rifling. Perfect manual mechanics. 49829-193 LMA (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1401

1402
$6,900.00

*◊ SUPERB MAUSER C96, POST WAR MAUSER BANNER BOLO, MATCHING STOCK, SPARE PARTS.

SN 638147. Cal. 7.63mm. Postwar Mauser banner Bolo in standard configuration having a 4″ bbl with a fixed front sight and slip in 50-1000 rear sight. Usual chamber markings with full SN on the left side bbl extension. Narrow Mauser banner on the left frame with 2-line address on the right frame. Major parts are rust blued. Fire blued extractor, sight cursor, bolt stop, trigger and grip screw. Serrated walnut panels. Lanyard ring present. Detailed disassembly shows all matching parts including fully numbered grip panels. Correct factory matching Mauser banner stock with looped fire blued hinge and numbered lug. Accompanied by spare sight assembly for a M1930 Commercial and two stripper clips (no ammo). PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: At least 99% bright orig rust blue with comparable condition fire blued small parts and grips. Excellent bore. Perfect manual mechanics. Crisp stock with deeply struck Mauser banner having only a light scattering of superficial handling marks and minor discoloration of metal fittings. It would be difficult to improve upon this all matching rig! 49829-151 LMA (3,500-7,000) C&R – Lot 1402

1403
$4,025.00

*◊ SCARCE MAUSER C96 FLATSIDE WITH MAUSER CARTRIDGE REAR SIGHT, MARKED CHARLES HELLIS, MATCHING STOCK.

SN 22965. Cal 7.63mm. Standard configuration Flatside with 5.5″ bbl, fixed front sight, and slip-in “Mauser Cartridge 300” rear sight. Long extractor, early safety and large ring hammer. Mauser address over chamber with full serial number on left chamber flat. Left side of bbl extension with Crown/Crown/U. Antler proof on right side. “CHARLES HELLIS” three line London address on left side of frame. Rear sight is numbered “786”. All other numbers, including the grips, are matched to the full serial number or last 3 digits. Serrated walnut grips. Lanyard ring present. Factory matching walnut stock whose lid is correctly notched for the large ring hammer. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Approximately 80% orig blue with expected wear in front of the magazine housing, on each side of the frame and the front grip strap that has largely grayed. Comparable condition heat treated small parts and grips. Bright bore with sharp rifling. Perfect manual mechanics. VG – EXC stock with scattered handling dings but no discernible cracks whose condition is comparable to that of the gun. Desirable all matching rig marked by an early London retailer. 49829-103 LMA (3,500-6,000) C&R – Lot 1403

1404
$1,725.00

*◊ MAUSER C96 EARLY MODEL 1930, CHINESE CHARACTERS, WITH CORRECT STOCK.

SN 868207. Cal. 7.63. Standard configuration early M1930 commercial with 5-1/4″ bbl, fixed front sight, and slip-in 50-1000 rear sight. Mauser address on top of chamber with “C/C/U” on left chamber flat. Full serial number on left side of bbl extension. Left side of frame with 3 Chinese characters that translate “Made in Germany”. Large Mauser banner on left rear panel. Three line address on right rear frame. Fitted with broadly serrated wooden panels secured by transverse screw having enlarged head. Lanyard ring present. Correct Mauser Banner stock with unnumbered lug having squared shoulder. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Approximately 98% re-dipped blue with orig finish extractor and freshly sand-blasted hammer. Excellent grips that have been lightly cleaned. Bright bore with sharp rifling. Perfect manual mechanics. Very good stock that has been sanded, and re-varnished with cleaned metal fittings. 49829-155 TWR (1,750-2,750) C&R – Lot 1404

1405
$2,875.00

*◊ VERY FINE MAUSER C96 LARGE RING WITH MATCHING STOCK.

SN 31173. Cal. 7.63mm Mauser. Very nice large ring shallow milled with C96 standard 5-1/2″ bbl, long extractor 50 to 1000 graduated rear sight and single lug firing pin. Top of chamber with usual 3-line Mauser address. SN 31173 on left receiver flat. Crown/Crown U on left side of receiver, antler acceptance on right side. No Mauser address on right frame as typical for the early shallow milled pistols. Major components are rust blued. The extractor appropriate components of the sight assembly, bolt stop , safety are fire blue. Trigger is strawed. Matching SNs on the sight bar, bolt stop, firing pin, hammer, sub-frame, locking lever, and frame. Detailed assembly shows all matching parts. Wood grips with serrated panels each fully matched with number 31173 lanyard ring present accompanied by its original matching number walnut stock/holster. Manufactured in 1902. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine overall, with most original rust blue present. Excellent bore and mechanics. Finish rather thin on front and rear straps of grip. Matching numbered stock has no breaks or cracks but numerous light scratches and period bruises, otherwise, fine. 49829-114 TDW (3,000-5,500) C&R – Lot 1405

1406
$2,875.00

*◊ MAUSER C96 LATE M1930 COMMERCIAL WITH CORRECT STOCK.

SN 917710. Cal. 7.63MM. Standard configuration late M1930 Commercial with 5.5″ bbl, fixed front sight and slip-in 50-1000 rear sight. Short extractor and universal safety. Mauser address over chamber. Crown/U proofing on left chamber flat. Solid rails with serial number on bbl extension behind rear sight. Left frame with a large Mauser Banner. Right frame with a 3 line address. All major and minor parts salt blued. Broadly serrated walnut grips. Lanyard ring present. Correct Mauser Banner stock having unnumbered square shoulder lug. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Approximately 98% of careful re-blue with well preserved flat surfaces and sharp markings. Grips with scattered dings, but orig finish. Mirror bore. Perfect manual mechanics. Oil stained stock, lightly refinished small parts covered by patina and cold blue. 49829-156 LMA (1,750-2,500) C&R – Lot 1406

1407
$1,035.00

*◊ MAUSER C96, PRE-WAR, LONG EXTRACTOR, LARGE RING HAMMER BOLO.

SN 29262. Cal. 7.63MM. Standard early configuration Pre-war Bolo with 4″ bbl having fixed front sight and slip-in 50-1000 rear sight. Long extractor, single lug firing pin, large ring hammer. Usual chamber markings. 2-line Mauser address on the right side of the frame. Finely serrated wood grips. Lanyard ring present. All major parts are salt blued. The extractor, cursor, bolt stock, and safety are fire blued. Trigger is strawed. Disassembly shows a later, un-numbered replacement follower and an un-numbered floorplate. All other parts are matching except the grips that have each been repaired with 2 circular insertions and numbered “82”. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Over 99% refurbished salt blue. Most of the fire blue on the extractor, cursor, and sight bar have aged to a purple tone. Lesser condition replacement grips suggest previously heavy use. Generally bright bore with good rifling. Perfect manual mechanics. 49829-109 LMA (1,250-2,500) C&R – Lot 1407

1408
$1,380.00

*◊ SCARCE MAUSER C96, PRE-WAR BOLO, 9MM EXPORT.

SN 78202. Cal. 9MM. Standard late configuration Pre-war Bolo with a 4″ bbl and slip-in 50-1000 rear sight over the assembly number “865”. Short extractor, 2-lug firing pin, small ring hammer. Usual chamber markings and 2-line address on right side of frame. Wood walnut Bolo grips with fine serrations. Lanyard ring present. Disassembly shows all matching serial numbers including the rear sight bar. Proofed but unnumbered follower is dished for the 9mm cartridge. Nicely fitting unnumbered replacement grips. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Over 99% refinished rust blue. Approximately 95% orig fire blue on cursor. 70% orig fire blue on bolt stop and strawed trigger. Condition of replacement grips complimentary to balance of pistol. Dull bore with no discernible rifling. Other than sluggish bolt return, perfect manual mechanics. Mauser made very few Bolos in 9mm Export. 49829-139 LMA (1,250-2,500) C&R – Lot 1408

1409
$1,840.00

*◊ MAUSER C96, EARLY M1930 COMMERCIAL, WITH UNMARKED STOCK, LEATHER CARRIER, SPARE PARTS.

SN 863706. Cal. 7.63MM. Standard configuration M1930 Commercial with 5-1/4″ bbl having fixed front sight and slip-in 50-1000 rear sight. Short extractor and universal safety. Usual chamber markings with serial number applied to the left side of the bbl extension. Left frame with large Mauser Banner. 3-line address on right side of frame. Broadly serrated walnut panels. No lanyard ring. All major and several minor parts salt blued. Fire blued extractor, bolt stock, trigger and grip screw. Accompanied by an Early Post war stock, fire blued hinge with no lanyard loop, that would usually accompany a French Gendarme. Lid is lightly marked “Made in Germany” and un-numbered lug with round shoulders. Dark leather carrier whose inner surface is marked “AWM/15”. Accompanied by spare spring, extractor, cursor, and stripper clip (no ammo). PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Approximately 95% bright salt blue with expected wear from being carried inside the stock and thinning of the front strap from handling. Comparable condition grips. Near mirror bore. Perfect manual mechanics. Very good stock excepting 3.5″ crack that extends down from the hinge. Supple leather carrier with no suggestion of replacement or restitching. Excellent condition spare parts. 49829-154 LMA (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1409

1410
$5,175.00

*◊ EXCEPTIONALLY FINE MAUSER RED 9 BROOMHANDLE RIG WITH STOCK.

SN 73738. Cal. 9mm. World War I production and Imperial proofed. 5-1/2″ bbl with slide adjustable sight from 50 to 500. 3-line Mauser address on top flat of chamber. SN 73738 on second flat of chamber crown/crown/U proofs on left side of chamber. Crown M on right side of chamber. Eagle marking found on front of magazine well designating issue to units of the German State of Prussia. After detailed disassembly, parts found to be matching with exception of unnumbered magazine follower. Grips were found to be fully numbered 73, 738 on both grip panels. Blue finish overall with nitre blue finish on extractor, boltstop, rear sight slide, safety and trigger. Balance of internal parts are arsenal grey. Still retains lanyard ring and is accompanied with Imperial marked shoulder stock without attaching loop, and iron renumbered to match. Housed in appropriate “1917” dated leather carrier. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall, for a typically hard used World War I handgun. Most all blue finish remains with slight wear from wooden holster storage on high points of upper receiver and muzzle. Frame has slight wear at stock slot from having been attached to stock, as well as typical takedown wear just below hammer. Matching 2-pc wood grips are exceptionally fine with most arsenal red paint remaining in the large 9. Exceptionally fine bore and mechanics. Stock is very fine and sound and may have been slightly cleaned at some previous time but is indiscernible. Has no cracks or material loss whatsoever. Hinge has slight corrosion and finish loss from age. Stock lug has been professionally refinished and renumbered to match the firearm. Leather holster is complete with correct wiping and takedown tool and still retains proper spare magazine spring in pouch. Tab for wiping tool has pulled through but is still intact, but holster is nicely makers marked “HOHMANN & SOHN/KAISERLAUTERN 1917”. All white cotton stitching is intact and sound. 49829-137 TDW (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1410

1411
$2,875.00

*FINE CONDITION C96 BROOMHANDLE WITH STOCK.

SN 172827. Cal. 7.65 Early wartime commercial manufactured with 5-1/2″ bbl. 3-line Mauser address on top of chamber with SN “172827” on left bbl flat with crown/crown/U proof on left side of chamber. Manufactured 1915. Has fire blue trigger, safety, sight slide, bolt stop and short extractor. Has small British nitro proof on frame above left grip as well as on top of bolt at rear. Matching numbers throughout after detailed disassembly with the exception of unnumbered follower. Accompanied with period holster stock with non-matching SN. CONDITION: Fine overall, with excellent bore and mechanics. Far better than most broomhandles currently offered for sale. Stock is very fine with no cracks or serious distress, just slight bruising and scuffs which appear to be period. 51015-8 TDW (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1411

1412
$2,300.00

*◊ SCARCE MAUSER C96 SHALLOW MILLED LARGE RING.

SN 33818. Cal. 7.63M. Standard configuration Shallow Milled Large Ring with a 5.5″ bbl and slip-in 50-500 rear sight. Long extractor, single lug firing pin, large ring hammer. Usual chamber markings. Left side of the bbl extension marked Crown/Crown/U; Antler proof on the right side. Finely serrated walnut panels. Lanyard ring present. Major parts rust blued. Fire blued extractor, cursor, bolt stock, safety and grip screw. Straw trigger. Finely serrated walnut grips. Extensive disassembly shows all matching serial numbers including the sight bar and each of the fully numbered grips. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Approximately 95% bright orig rust blue with wear consistent with expected use. Scattered dings in front of the magazine well and along the leading edges of the rails and floorplate. Nearly 50% of the front strap has transitioned to a brownish gray patina. Comparable condition orig grips, with a scattering of light dings, that retain most varnish. Mirror bright bore. Perfect manual mechanics. Nice looking, all orig, Large Ring Transitional that presents very well. 49829-117 LMA (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1412

1413
$6,900.00

*◊ EXCELLENT MAUSER C96, LARGE RING HAMMER, SCARCE CHERUB GRIPS, MATCHING STOCK.

SN 34836. Cal. 7.63M. Full size C96 with large ring hammer, 5.5″; bbl and slip-in 50-1000 rear sight. Usual chamber address with the serial number on the left chamber flat. Crown U proofing on the left side of the bbl extension. Antler proof on the right side. Standard two line address on the right side of the frame. Fire blued extractor, cursor, bolt stop, safety and grip screw. The trigger is strawed. Extremely rare grips show a cherub using a C96 to shoot a lion while holding a dagger in the other hand. Disassembly shows all matching numbers, including the factory orig grips. Fitted with replacement Mauser Banner stock that has been noticeably sanded, heavily varnished and numbered in factory style to match the pistol. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Bright 96% orig blue with minimal sharp edge wear in expected places. Toning of frontstrap. Orig condition of fire blue, showing comparable wear, extractor, cursor, bolt stop, safety and grip screw and orig straw on trigger. Dull bore with shallow rifling. Perfect manual mechanics. Replacement stock and renumbered lug retaining most of their refinish. One of very few C96s originally fitted with this type of grip, in the correct serial number range, that would benefit from being mated to a correct stock. 49829-119 LMA (2,750-4,000) C&R – Lot 1413

1414
$1,265.00

*◊ MAUSER C96 “RED 9” REWORK, 1920 PROPERTY STAMP.

SN 136459. Cal. 9mm. Standard configuration Treaty of Versailles “Red 9″ rework with 4” bbl with fixed front sight and fixed rear sight. Short extractor, 2-lug firing pin, small ring “NS” hammer. “1920” property marking on left side of bbl extension. 2-line Mauser address on right side of frame. Disassembly shows all matching serial numbers, including the grips, with the unnumbered but proofed follower dished to better feed the 9mm cartridge. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Approximately 95% refinished blue with high point wear along the rails and floorplate. The trigger is now salt blued. The fire bluing on the bolt stop has been refreshed to 98%. Excellent grips with scattered light dings. Slightly dull bore with good rifling and perfect manual mechanics. 49829-145 LMA (1,250-2,500) C&R – Lot 1414

1415
$402.50

MAUSER C96 COMPLETE TOP ASSEMBLY.

SN 38687. Cal. 7.63 Mauser. Standard configuration top assembly for early Pre-war Commercial C96 having 5-1/2″ bbl and a slip-in 50-1000 rear sight. Short extractor, 2-lug firing pin. Matching SNs including sight bar. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Approx. 99% with careful rust blue refurbishment with flat planes and sharp edges. Sight cursor with 80% orig fire blue. Bolt stop 90% reapplied fire blue. Excellent bore. A perfect replacement for a Pre-war Commercial with a shot out bbl. 49829-123 LMA (300-600) – Lot 1415

1417
$2,875.00

*EARLY ASTRA M900, SINGLE LINE ADDRESS, SMALL RING HAMMER WITH STOCK.

SN 2437. Cal. 7.63MM. Standard configuration Astra M900 with 5.5″ bbl having fixed front sight and slip-in rear sight marked 50-1000. Short extractor, 2-lug firing pin and small ring hammer. Sideplate with the early single line address. Serial number “2437” on frame just above the left grip. The right side of bbl, bbl extension and frame marked with the early automatic pistol proof. Accompanied by the Eibar mark & “P.V.” on the frame. Full size walnut grips with fine serrations. Lanyard ring present. Major components rust blued. Most minor parts fire blued. Disassembly shows all matching numbers including each of the grip panels. Accompanied by an unmarked Mauser early Post-war shoulder stock, hinge without loop, with a repaired hairline 2.5″ crack along the top spine, stamped with a matching “2437” inside the lid. Modified lug is a forced match to the gun with a replacement plunger. CONDITION: At least 90-95% orig rust blue with expected wear on each side of the rail and freckling on the grip straps. Commensurate fading on the fire blued parts and oil darkening of the grips that have a scattering of dings and minor losses. Bright bore with slightly shallow rifling. Perfect manual mechanics. Very good Mauser stock with added numbers and lug modification. As most early Astra M900s saw hard use in Asia, this is one of the better examples to be offered at auction. 51010-2 (3,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1417

1418
$5,462.50

*SCARCE DWM MODEL 1902 LUGER CARBINE.

SN 21641. Cal. 7.65 Luger. 11-3/4″ bbl. 1 of approximately 2500 produced, Luger Carbines have always been intriguing. Slide adjustable bbl mounted sight, graduated from 100 to 300 meters. Blue finish with straw trigger, ejector, extractor and takedown latch. 1902 model with grip safety and accompanied with period spare mag. Has lug for detachable shoulder stock. CONDITION: Very good overall, as presented with the exception of missing trigger sideplate, all other mechanics are fine as presented. Fair percentage of straw remains as does most all orig rust blue finish overall. Front strap finish has evident wear and has turned plum. Checkered walnut commercial grips and forearm are very fine with only slight wear to grip handles, no wood loss or damage. Both wood based mags are excellent with no chipping or wood loss on bases. 50944-1 TDW (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 1418

1419
$2,990.00

*◊ KIEL DOCKYARD DWM 1906 NAVY FIRST ISSUE ALTERED.

SN 2900. Cal. 9mm. 6″ bbl with a Navy Eagle/M proof and full SN on bottom. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. 100/200 meter adjustable rear sight. Crown/M proofs on left receiver. “GESICHERT” safety marking has been altered to up position. Numbers on gun are matching including checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. Rear grip strap is stamped “W.K./7679” (Keil Dockyard, weapon #7679). Navy wood bottom mag with concentric circles and ordnance added numbers that do not match. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine, retaining 80% orig blue with light corrosion on most surfaces and pitting in some areas. Grip straps are lightly pitting and worn to bare metal. Straw parts are corroded with 10% visible straw. Grips are worn and darkened with chips and indents to checkering. Bore is worn with light pitting. Mechanics are fine. Mag has light pitting, and minor dings to wood bottom. 49829-52 BWS (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1419

1420
$2,530.00

*◊ KIEL DOCK YARD 1906 FIRST ISSUE ALTERED NAVY LUGER.

SN 5761. Cal. 9mm. 6″ bbl. “GERMANY”, Crown/M, and full SN on bottom. DWM scroll on center toggle link. 100/200 meter Navy adjustable rear sight. Crown/M proofs on left receiver. “GESICHERT” safety marking has been altered to up position. Numbered parts on gun are matching, including checkered walnut grips. Grip safety “W.K./779” (Kiel Duck Yard weapon #779) Unit marked on backstrap. Magazine has contemporary wood bottom with concentric rings and numbers that have been added that match the gun. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine, vintage refinish retaining 95% blue and straw with some minor scattered pits under finish. Grips are lightly worn with visible wood grain. Bore is sharp with very light frosting. Magazine has minor wear. Mechanics are fine. 49829-71 BWS (2,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 1420

1421
$2,300.00

*◊ VERY FINE PATTERN 1914 ARTILLERY LUGER.

SN 2647. Cal. 9mm. Rust blue finish overall with 9-position adjustable rear sight with fine tuning adjustment on rear blade. 8″ bbl with “1914” chamber date and toggle marked “ERFURT”. 2-pc checkered walnut grips with wooden base Imperial marked magazine. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with all numbers matching with exception of magazine. Good mechanics with strong bore. Much period rust blue finish remains with typical thinning on bbl and grip straps. Checkered walnut grips are quite fine with minor wear but no cracks, chips or material loss whatsoever. A good percentage of straw finish remains on levers, trigger and ejector. Imperial proofs are found throughout. An overall nice example. 49829-48 TDW (2,000-3,500) C&R – Lot 1421

1422
$2,875.00

*◊ BEAUTIFUL “RED 9” 1917 DWM ARTILLERY LUGER.

SN 3507c. Cal. 9mm. 8″ bbl with fine tune adjustable front and rear sights, with full SN on bottom. 1917 date above chamber. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. Imperial proofs on right receiver. Unnumbered checkered walnut grips with large “9” burned into checkering (indicates 9mm cartridge). Numbers on gun are matching, including wood bottom mag with matching numbers that appear to have been added by WWI era armorer. With an orig 1906 era cleaning rod/oiler. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 97% orig blue and straw with light normal wear. Grips are sharp and retain orig color. Bore is bright and sharp. Mag shows little use. Mechanics are excellent. Cleaning rod/oiler has very little wear. 49829-54 BWS (3,000-4,500) C&R – Lot 1422

1423
$4,025.00

*◊ VERY FINE WORLD WAR I GERMAN DWM 1917 NAVY LUGER.

SN 271A. Cal. 9mm. 6″ bbl with blue finish overall with “1917” chamber date and “DWM” in script on toggle. 2-pc walnut checkered grips. Wood base bright steel magazine. Slide adjustable 200 meter Navy rear sight at rear of toggle. Serial numbered in the A Series. Left forward portion of frame dated “1917” as is left side of front sight base. Very nice crown M Navy markings on left side of chamber. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with most period rust blue finish remaining. Matching numbers throughout with the exception of magazine and unnumbered grips. A large amount of straw finish remains on lever, trigger and extractor. Very good mechanics with strong bore. 49829-175 TDW (2,500-5,000) C&R – Lot 1423

1424
$2,300.00

*1917 DATE DWM ARTILLERY LUGER WITH MATCHING SHOULDER STOCK.

SN 7333A. Cal. 9mm Luger. Standard configuration with 7-7/8″ bbl, front sight blade with windage adjustment, and rear tangent sight with elevation adjustment. All matching numbers except one grip stamped “38” instead of “33”, and the magazine. Magazine with blued body has unnumbered walnut base plug. Bored stock has matching numbered iron, including letter date. Pistol is accompanied by tooled russet brown leather holster marked “J. I. Crump Fecit 10/94” on belt loop. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining over 85 – 90% orig blue with numerous light marks, a bit of flecking, with silvering on sharp edges. Strawed parts retain most of their finish, balance gray brown. Bore is excellent, with some light frosting in grooves (may clean). Shoulder stock has many knocks, dents, and scratches. All leather badly deteriorated, mostly missing. Holster is excellent. 50087-1 (1,800-2,800) C&R – Lot 1424

1425
$2,012.50

*◊ DWM 1920/1918 ARTILLERY LUGER.

SN 2253. Cal 9mm. 8″ artillery bbl with multi-position adjustable rear sight and full serial number on bottom. 1920/1918 above chamber. DWM scroll on center toggle link. Imperial proofs on toggle assembly and right receiver. Numbered parts on gun are matching, except firing pin, which is one number off. Checkered walnut grips are unnumbered. With bottom magazine has four digit matching arsenal numbers over orig numbers but not same suffix letter. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 95% blue and straw which is lightly fading with corrosion overall. Grips retain orig color and are lightly worn. Bore is worn with light pitting. Magazine has very little wear. Mechanics are fine. 49829-44 BWS (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1425

1426
$2,012.50

*◊ REPRODUCTION DWM 1904 NAVY LUGER.

SN 833. Cal. 9mm. Contemporary 6″ Navy “Fat Barrel” with full SN on bottom. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. Checkered toggles with contemporary toggle lock. Reproduction 100/200 meter Navy rear sight. “Gesichert” safety marking has been altered to up position. Numbered parts on gun are matching. Contemporary checkered walnut grips have been numbered to match. Grip safety. Orig commercial Navy mag with concentric circles and plain bottom. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very good, contemporary finish retains 98% blue and 90% straw. Grips are lightly worn and wood grain is visible. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are very good. Mag has scattered corrosion on body. 49829-27 BWS (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1426

1427
$0.00

*◊ RARE DWM 1908 MILITARY/COMMERCIAL LUGER IN CASE.

SN 69859. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with Imperial proof on top and full SN on bottom. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. Imperial Crown/X proofs on right receiver, as opposed to Imperial proofs on left receiver on standard 1908 Military Lugers. 69,000 serial range indicates one of about 450 military guns made circa 1913 with commercial SN placement. Numbers on gun are matching, including checkered walnut grips. Hold open added. No stock lug. Added Sear safety indicates later Police issue. Wood bottom mag has Imperial proof and is unnumbered. In an ornate wood case with exotic hard wood veneers including burled walnut and ebony with ornate patterns of inlaid mother-of-pearl and Abalone. Oval veneer in center is missing. Brass fittings. Blue velvet fitted interior with blue satin lid liner. Includes a cleaning rod/oiler. Ammo compartment contains an Amethyst necklace. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 95% orig blue with normal wear and some light pitting around muzzle. 70% orig straw. Grips are lightly worn and darkened. Bore is worn with light pitting. Mechanics are fine. Mag has a few minor nicks on wood bottom. Wood box has some warping and separation of veneers, scattered chips and cracks on edges and corners, a few small inlays are missing. Interior has normal wear and stains. Necklace is excellent. 49829-136 BWS (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1427

1428
$1,828.50

*◊ VERY FINE 1913 DATED P-08 LUGER.

SN 6225A. Cal. 9mm. Blue finish overall with checkered walnut 2-pc grips and straw finished levers, trigger and extractor. Military acceptance marked on right hand side of receiver with a “1913” chamber date. Toggle marked “DWM” in script and period nickel finished magazine with wood base is simply marked with a “2”. Manufactured without stock lug and has 4″ bbl. Matching numbers throughout. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with strong military acceptance markings on toggle and upper receiver. Blue finish is very good with several minor areas of distress at muzzle, heel of butt and leading edges of frame. Most straw finish is remaining with balance being rather spotty. A very fine example of a nice early martial luger. Bore is fair. Mechanics are excellent. 49829-178 TDW (2,000-3,500) C&R – Lot 1428

1429
$2,012.50

*◊ EXCEPTIONAL WORLD WAR I DWM 1916 DATED P-08 LUGER PISTOL.

SN 9950D. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl, blue finish overall with “1916” chamber date and toggle marked “DWM” in script. 2-pc checkered walnut grips with nickel finish wood base magazine. Straw finished levers, trigger and magazine release. Imperial proof marked on right side of chamber. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Extremely fine overall condition with most all period rust blue finish remaining. Most all straw finish remaining on levers, trigger and magazine release. Bore and mechanics are exceptional and this is a very nice numbers-matching pistol with the exception of the correct pattern but non-matching magazine. 49829-89 TDW (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1429

1430
$1,610.00

*◊ FINE CONDITION 1916/1920 DOUBLE DATE DWM NAVY LUGER.

SN 4059. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with slide adjustable Navy sight with Imperial Navy markings on frame, bbl and left side of chamber. 2-pc checkered walnut grips. Unit marked on backstrap “N1772”. Modified in 1920 to comply with the Treaty of Versailles. Nickeled Navy marked magazine. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Good overall with good bore and mechanics. Most blue finish is remaining. Balance turning slightly plum. Typical wear on sideplate, muzzle and grip straps. Grips are unnumbered and slightly oil soaked. Matching numbers throughout with exception of magazine. 49829-60 TDW (1,800-2,500) C&R – Lot 1430

1431
$1,868.75

*◊ DWM 1920/1917 REWORK LUGER.

SN 3467I. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with four digit SN and Eagle/SU25 proof on bottom. Receiver above chamber is cut for artillery rear sight and is stamped “1920/1917”. DWM scroll on center toggle link. Imperial proofs and Nazi-era rework proofs on right receiver. Unnumbered checkered walnut grips, left grip is marked “S/42” on back. Wood bottom magazine has four digit SN added to match. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine, arsenal finish retaining 95% blue and straw. Scattered areas of light corrosion, rear toggle link is fading to brown. Grips are lightly worn with visible wood grain. Bore is sharp with light frosting. Magazine has large chips on wood bottom. Mechanics are fine. 49829-118 BWS (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1431

1432
$1,150.00

*RARE LATE ASSEMBLY DWM 1918 MILITARY LUGER WITHOUT MILITARY PROOFS.

SN 3950M. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with full SN on bottom. 1918 date above chamber. No military proofs on right receiver, toggle assembly, or bbl. (Inspection procedures broke down toward the end of WWI, the “m” suffix block was the last produced during the war). Numbered metal parts on gun are matching down to firing pin. Left checkered walnut grip is unnumbered, right grip does not match. Unnumbered wood bottom magazine has suffix letter that does not match and is likely the orig magazine issued with this Luger CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 95% orig blue and 90% orig straw with areas of very light corrosion. Normal wear on sharp edges and corners. Grips have light wear with visible wood grain. Bore is bright and sharp. Magazine has light pitting on body and minor chips on wood bottom. Mechanics are excellent. 51028-3 BWS (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1432

1433
$2,012.50

*◊ RARE DWM 1923 “SAFE” & “LOADED” LUGER.

SN 90181. 7.65mm Para. 4″ bbl with crown “N” proof and full SN on bottom. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. “LOADED” marked extractor. Crown “N” proof on left receiver. Safety is marked “SAFE” in upper position. “GERMANY” export marked under SN on front of frame. Checkered walnut grips. Swiss brown plastic bottom magazine with “P” on spine. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine. Retaining 93% orig blue that is fading on right receiver. Scattered areas of light corrosion with some pitting on bbl, receiver, and right frame rail. Retains 85% orig straw with some spots of corrosion. Grips are lightly worn and there is a gouge on the left side. Bore is bright and sharp. Magazine has very little wear. Mechanics are fine. 49829-185 BWS (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1433

1434
$3,231.50

*◊ DWM BABY LUGER, CONTEMPORARY MODIFICATION.

SN 41808. Cal. 9mm. 3-1/4″ bbl with post-war Eagle/N proof and full SN on bottom. Just below SN is line around bbl where bbl has been cut and sleeved, similar to modification on orig examples. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. Small Eagle/N on left receiver. Post-war German proofs under sideplate. Grip area of frame has been cut, shortened and welded in recent years. Numbered parts are matching. Contemporary checkered walnut grips are 1-pc and not numbered. Mag has been shortened to fit gun in recent years and has blued body with plain wood bottom. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, restored to 97% blue and 95% straw. Rear toggle link is fading. Grips are sharp with beautiful wood grain. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are fine. Mag has little wear. 49829-128 BWS (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1434

1435
$920.00

*EXCEPTIONAL MAUSER MODEL 1934 KRIEGSMARINE.

SN 566322. Cal. 32 ACP. 3-3/8″ bbl, blue finish overall with checkered 1-pc walnut grips. Proper Kriegsmarine marking on right side without property number. 8-rnd magazine housed in a black leather/black stitch flap holster containing spare Mauser-marked magazine. Identified by SN block by Jan C. Still in his fine book, AXIS PISTOLS. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with most all blue finish remaining. Very minor finish loss on grip screw heads, cocking, knurles, very rear of slide from holster wear. Excellent bore and mechanics, however, grips have been replaced at some previous time with a pair of poorly refinished commercial Mauser 34 grips. Holster is very fine, with a section that has been inked over, therefore, covering any identifying marking. Spare magazine is very fine, with a minor dent in base. Nice overall rig. 51034-12 TDW (800-1,200) C&R – Lot 1435

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1436
$2,990.00

*◊ RARE THIRD VARIATION MAUSER K DATE LUGER.

SN 9011. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with full SN on bottom and B/90 proof on upper left. “K” (1934) above chamber. Scriptic “S/42” on center toggle link. B/90 proofs on right receiver and bottom of stop lug. Numbers on gun are matching, including matching numbered checkered walnut grips. Gothic “S” on many parts. Aluminum bottom Eagle/63 magazine has numbers that do not match. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, restored to 97% blue and 85% straw with areas of light corrosion. Grips are lightly worn with visible wood grain. Bore is worn with light pitting. Magazine has minor dings and dents. Mechanics are fine. 49829-84 BWS (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1436

1437
$2,587.50

*◊ EXTREMELY GOOD MAUSER BANNER/1940 DATE P-08 LUGER.

SN 6991. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl. Blue finish overall with matching numbers throughout inclusive of magazine. 2-pc checkered walnut grips with World War II German inspection and numbered to match. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very good overall, with matching numbers, good bore and good mechanics. Most all blue finish remains with typical slight wear at muzzle and high points of frame and stock lug. All bright polish remains internally with most straw finish found on levers, trigger and ejector. A very good early war Luger pistol. 49829-180 TDW (1,800-2,700) C&R – Lot 1437

1438
$2,300.00

*◊ RARE MAUSER 41/42 CODE LUGER.

SN 6862N. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with Eagle/655 proof on upper left and full serial number on bottom. “41” (1941) above chamber, “42” (Mauser) on center toggle link. Eagle/655 proofs on right receiver. Proper n suffix serial number on front of frame. Serial numbers on gun are matching down to toggle pin and firing pin. Unnumbered Eagle/655 proofed checkered walnut grips. Machined aluminum bottom magazine with proper n suffix but numbers do not match. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 91% orig blue with normal wear on edges and corners. Bbl and grip straps are fading form corrosion. Grips are lightly worn and oil soaked. Bore has light wear with frosting. Minor dings in mag body and bottom. Mechanics are very fine. 49829-179 BWS (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1438

1439
$2,760.00

*◊ EXCEPTIONALLY FINE MAUSER CODE 42/1939 P-08 LUGER.

SN 1708. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with blue finish throughout. 2-pc checkered walnut grips and blue aluminum based magazine. Eagle 55 inspection with blue finished levers, trigger, magazine release and proper purple toned ejector. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Near new and showing no signs of actual use. Bore and mechanics are exceptional. Grips are checkered very sharp with no distress or material loss whatsoever. Blue finish only has the slightest traces of edge wear at crown of muzzle and high points of stock lug. This is an extremely fine example of an early war 42 Code Luger. 49829-39 TDW (1,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 1439

1440
$1,725.00

*◊ MAUSER 1939 S/42 WWII ISSUE LUGER.

SN 8789O. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with SN on bottom. 1939 date above chamber. S/42 (Mauser) on center toggle link. Eagle/63 proofs on right receiver. Numbers on gun are matching down to firing pin and checkered walnut grips. Eagle/63 proofed aluminum bottom magazine that does not match. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine. Retaining 96% orig blue with normal wear and a few scattered areas of corrosion. Grips are sharp with visible wood grain. Bore is worn with light pitting. Magazine has areas of light pitting on body and bottom. Mechanics are very fine. 49829-183 BWS (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1440

1441
$1,725.00

*◊ MAUSER 1936 S/42 LUGER.

SN 2098l. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with Eagle/62 proof on left and SN on bottom. 1936 date above chamber. “S/42” (Mauser manufacture) on center toggle link. Eagle/63 proofs on right receiver. Gun has matching numbers down to firing pin. Unnumbered checkered walnut grips. Renumbered aluminum bottom Eagle/63 proofed mag with numbers that don’t match. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine, retaining 85% blue with scattered corrosion and light pitting on left side and grip straps that are fading to brown. Straw has been reheated to 95% with visible corrosion underneath. Grips are lightly worn and retain orig color. Bore is bright with very light frosting. Mechanics are fine. Mag has minor wear. 49829-173 BWS (1,400-2,500) C&R – Lot 1441

1442
$1,725.00

*◊ MACHINE GUN COMPANY MARKED 1908 FIRST ISSUE LUGER.

SN 124B. Cal 9mm. 4″ bbl with Imperial proof on left and full SN on bottom. DWM scroll on toggle link. Imperial proofs on left receiver. Front grip strap is unit marked “119.R.M.G.13.” Checkered walnut grips are not numbered. Proper 08 style wood bottom magazine has large vertical numbers that do not match. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 93% orig blue with grip straps that are corroding to brown and a few areas of light pitting. Orig straw is 90% with scattered corrosion. Grips have light wear and are darkened. Dents and gouges on both sides. Bore is bright and sharp. Magazine has minor dents on bottom. Mechanics are very fine. 49829-161 BWS (2,000-3,500) C&R – Lot 1442

1443
$3,450.00

*◊ EXCEPTIONAL BYF 41 BLACK WIDOW LUGER BY MAUSER.

SN 5684N. Cal. 9mm. Mauser wartime blue finish overall with checkered molded black plastic grips. Chamber marked “41” with toggle marked “BYF”. Matching numbers throughout with matching numbered fxo-37 aluminum-based magazine. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall, with the slightest amount of holster wear at muzzle and high points of rear frame and stock lug on grip. Bore and mechanics are very fine. Trigger ejector spring, safety, magazine release and takedown latch all retain virtually all of their proper dark blue finish. 49829-72 TDW (1,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1443

1444
$1,495.00

*◊ MAUSER KU BYF 41 LUGER.

SN KU3563. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with Luftwaffe proof on left. “41” date above chamber. “byf” (Mauser) on center toggle link, and large digit SN. Luftwaffe eagle proof on breech block. “KU” prefix large digit SN on left receiver, large digit SN on side plate with small “42” proof. Large digit SN without prefix on front of frame. Numbers on gun are matching including four digit matching SNs on checkered walnut grips. Unmarked black plastic bottom magazine. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fully restored to 97% blue with some fading on front strap. Toggle assembly, receiver and back of frame are a purplish color. Grips are lightly worn with visible wood grain. Bore is bright and sharp. Corroded magazine body, plastic bottom has chips. Mechanics are fair. 49829-55 BWS (1,000-2,000) C&R – Lot 1444

1445
$1,437.50

*◊ WWII ISSUE MAUSER BYF 42 LUGER.

SN 4364. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with Eagle/135 proof and 4 digit SN on bottom. “42” above chamber (manufactured in 1942). “byf” on center toggle link (manufactured by Mauser). Eagle/135 proofs on right receiver. Right checkered walnut grip is unnumbered, and left grip is mismatched. Other numbers on gun are matching down to firing pin. Mag is aluminum bottom Eagle/655 proofed ordnance replacement that is numbered to match and appears to have been done by a German armorer during the war. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 95% orig blue that is fading in areas and has normal wear on edges and corners. Grips are lightly worn and darkened from oil. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are fine. Mag has appropriate wear. 49829-63 BWS (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1445

1446
$2,012.50

*◊ RARE SIMSON S CODE LUGER.

SN 1366. Cal 9mm. 4″ bbl with four digit serial number on bottom. 1920 above chamber. “S” (Simson) on center toggle flank. Eagle/6 proofs on right receiver. Serial numbers on gun are matching down to firing pin. Most parts have Simson Eagle/6 proofs. Checkered walnut grips have four digit matching serial numbers on backs. Simson Eagle/6 proofed aluminum bottom magazine with numbers that do not match. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine retaining 70% arsenal blue that is fading from corrosion overall. 30% straw is still visible. Grips are lightly worn and oil soaked with chips and small dents to checkering. Bore is worn with light pitting. Magazine has little wear and has light pitting on bottom. Mechanics are fine. 49829-37 BWS (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1446

1447
$1,955.00

*◊ UNIT MARKED SIMSON & CO. LUGER.

SN 2275. Cal 9mm. 4″ bbl with full SN on bottom. “SIMSON & Co/SUHL” on center toggle link. Eagle/6 proofs on almost all parts. Numbered parts on gun are matching, including full SNs on backs of checkered walnut grips. “A.S.363.” unit marked on front grip strap. Aluminum bottom Eagle/6 proofed Simson magazine has numbers that do not match. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine. Contemporary restoration retaining 98% blue and straw with normal wear on sharp edges and corners. Grips are lightly worn with beautiful wood grain. Bore is bright and sharp. Magazine has wear endings on bottom. Mechanics are fine. 49829-46 BWS (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1447

1448
$1,150.00

*◊ SIMSON & CO SUHL LUGER.

SN 4180. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl. “1925” date has been recently added above chamber (1925 production is in the 1-600 SN range). “SIMSON & Co/SUHL” on center toggle link. Most parts have eagle/6 proofs. Numbered parts on gun are matching down to the firing pin. Hold-open is unnumbered. Checkered walnut grips have full 4-digit SNs on backs. Eagle/63 proofed aluminum bottom magazine has numbers that do not match. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very good. Retaining 40% orig blue with areas of touch-up and 25% straw. Corrosion and/or light pitting overall can be visible above and below finish. Hold-open retaining spring is missing. Grips are well worn and oil-soaked dark. Some checkering has been recut. Magazine is excellent with little wear. Bore is worn with light pitting. Mechanics are good. 49829-62 BWS (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1448

1449
$345.00

*◊ ERMA MOD KGP68 POST-WAR BABY LUGER.

SN 01567. Cal. 7.65. 4″ bbl with post-war Eagle/N proof on left side and “Kal 7.65” on bottom. Post-war Eagle/N proof on breech block. Monogram on center toggle link. Left receiver has post-war Eagle/N proof and “Kal. 7,65/.32”. Left frame has full SN and “ERMA-WERKE Mod. KGP68” above a post-war Eagle/N proof and “69” in shield (indicating manufacture in 1969). Right frame is marked “Reg. Patents Made in Germany”. Checkered walnut grips with serrated borders. Orig mag is marked “7.65” on plastic bottom. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 98% orig blue with scattered light scratches and wear in normal places. Grips are sharp and retain orig color. Bore is sharp and bright. Mechanics are excellent. Mag is excellent. 49829-206 BWS (300-500) – Lot 1449

1450
$4,600.00

*◊ UNUSUAL FIVE DIGIT KRIEGHOFF 1936 LUGER.

SN 17566. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with Eagle/2 proof and last four digits of SN on bottom. 1936 date above chamber. “HK/KRIEGHOFF/SUHL” anchor logo on center toggle link. Five digit SN’s on left receiver and front of frame with “1” added in front of both numbers before factory blueing (possibly assembled later from existing parts). Eagle/2 proofs on right receiver and right frame also on many small parts. Numbered parts are matching. Brown coarse checkered plastic grips with border. Unnumbered aluminum bottom FXO mag. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Excellent, 97% orig bright blue and 90% orig straw with scattered light corrosion. Grips are bright and sharp. Bore is bright with light frosting. Mechanics are excellent. Mag has very little wear. 49829-98 BWS (5,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 1450

1451
$5,175.00

*◊ RARE KRIEGHOFF 36 DATE LUGER WITH MATCHING MAGAZINE.

SN 4144. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with Eagle/2 proof and full SN on bottom. “36” above chamber (manufactured in 1936). “HK/KRIEGHOFF/SUHL” anchor logo on center toggle link. Eagle/2 proofs on toggle assembly, right receiver, and right frame rail. Numbered parts on gun are matching. Fine checkered brown plastic grips with border. Orig matching numbered aluminum bottom mag with Eagle/2 proof on bottom. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 95% orig blue and 65% orig straw. Scattered spotting and corrosion overall. Most wear is on sideplate. Right mag release lever retains 50% orig fire blue. There is a ding in the bottom of the front grip strap. Grips are sharp with light wear. Bore has light wear and frosting. Mechanics are fine. Mag is excellent. 49829-61 BWS (4,000-7,000) C&R – Lot 1451

1452
$4,600.00

*◊ RARE KRIEGHOFF EARLY S CODE LUGER.

SN 802. Cal 9mm. 4″ bbl with Eagle/2 proof. “S” (1935) above chamber. Early “HK/SUHL” Krieghoff logo on center toggle link. Eagle/2 proofs on toggle assembly and right receiver. Numbers on gun are matching, including checkered walnut grips which have full SN’s penciled on backs. Haenel Schmeisser machined aluminum magazine with numbers that do not match. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine, retaining 85% blue with some touchup. Blue loss on bbl from dripping liquid. Grip straps are corroding to brown. Light pitting in scattered spots. 60% orig straw is visible. Grips are lightly worn with visible wood grain. Grip screws have been strawed recently. Bore is lightly worn with frosting. Magazine has minor nicks and dings. Mechanics are fine. 49829-26 BWS (4,000-6,500) C&R – Lot 1452

1453
$2,875.00

*◊ KRIEGHOFF LATE “S” CODE LUGER.

SN 2607. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with eagle/2 proof on bottom. “S” (1935) above chamber. “HK/KRIEGHOFF/SUHL” anchor logo on center toggle link. Eagle/2 proofs on toggle assembly and right receiver. Coarse checkered brown plastic grips with smooth border. Numbers on gun are matching, except front toggle pin and hold-open which are mismatched. Eagle/63 proofed aluminum bottom magazine does not match. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very good. Restored to 90% blue and 50% straw with light pitting visible under finish on most surfaces. Rear toggle is discolored purple. There is a ding on sideplate hump for the trigger pull adjustment. Grips are lightly worn and have some chips to checkering. Bore is bright and sharp. Magazine has normal wear with some dings on bottom. Mechanics are very good. 49829-47 BWS (2,500-5,000) C&R – Lot 1453

1454
$2,300.00

*◊ SUPERB SWISS MODEL 1900 LUGER MANUFACTURED BY DWM.

SN 4656. Cal. 7.65 PARA. 4-3/4″ blued bbl with 2-pc checkered walnut grips. Old model toggle assembly with grip safety and early long frame. Swiss cross over sunburst on chamber and “DWM” in script on toggle. Private purchase marking on left side “P.37”. Correct Swiss pattern magazine with walnut base and metal disk. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall, with most straw coloring remaining on trigger, magazine latch, ejector spring and levers. Grips are exceptional with sharp checkering and no chips or apparent distress. A slight amount of frontstrap wear exists. Balance is exceptional. A very fine 1900 Swiss with excellent bore and mechanics. 49829-64 TDW (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1454

1455
$2,012.50

*◊ BEAUTIFUL DWM 1906 SWISS CROSS IN SHIELD LUGER WITH HOLSTER.

SN 12669. Cal. 7.65 Para. 4-3/4″ bbl with Swiss proof and full SN on bottom. Post-war German Eagle/N proof added, indicating import to Germany. Swiss Cross in Shield above chamber. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. “P53” (indicating release from service in 1953) stamped over Swiss proofs on left receiver. Numbered parts are matching including checkered walnut grips. Swiss proof on back of frame. Post-war German Eagle/N, “AA”, and antler proof under sideplate. Delivered in 1910 with W+F numbering. Grip safety. Swiss wood bottom mag with steel disks. In a brown leather, Carl Fischer Winterthur 1914 dated proper holster with carry strap. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 97% orig bright blue and 95% orig bright straw. Light corrosion starting on grip safety. Grips are sharp and retain orig color with beautiful wood grain. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are excellent. Mag has very little wear. Holster is very good with age appropriate wear and scuffs. 49829-97 BWS (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1455

1456
$1,955.00

*◊ BEAUTIFUL 1906 DWM SWISS LUGER WITH CASE.

SN 5568. Cal. 7.65 Para. 4-3/4″ bbl with Swiss Cross proof on left and full SN on bottom. Swiss Cross in sunburst above chamber. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. Swiss proofs on left receiver. Numbered parts are matching including checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. Swiss wood bottom mag with steel disks. Extra mag is flat button for an unrelieved frame with wood bottom and steel disks in a contemporary tan suede travel case with brass fittings and suede carry handle. Interior is green synthetic fur with an extra compartment for accessories that contains 2 keys. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 97% orig bright blue iwth normal wear on edges and corners. Retains 90% bright straw with some corrosion on takedown lever and safety lever. Grips are sharp and darkened from oil. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are excellent. Mag has some pitting on body an unusual wear on wood bottom. Extra unrelieved mag is excellent with light corrosion on body and a couple dings in wood bottom. Case has light wear on exterior and interior. 49829-70 BWS (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1456

1457
$1,265.00

*BEAUTIFUL LATE PRODUCTION 1906 SWISS CROSS IN SUNBURST LUGER.

SN 35424. Cal. 7.65 Para. 4-3/4″ bbl with BUG proofs above full SN on bottom. Swiss cross in sunburst above chamber. DWM scroll on center toggle link. BU proofs on toggle assembly and left receiver. Numbered parts are matching including matching numbered checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. Proper Swiss wood bottom magazine with steel disks. Manufactured from DWM made components by W+F in 1932. CONDITION: Excellent, W+F finish retaining 95% bright blue and 90% straw. Areas of light corrosion on left bbl and grip straps. Grips are lightly worn with visible wood grain. Indent on right grip from holster stud. Bore is bright and sharp. Magazine has minor dents on bottom. Mechanics are excellent. 51028-2 BWS (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1457

1458
$2,300.00

*◊ DWM 1920 SWISS “I” RANGE LUGER.

SN 7649i. Cal. 7.65 Para. 4-3/4″ bbl. With 4 digit SN on bottom. Swiss Cross in sunburst above chamber. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. Crown “N” proof on left receiver. “i” suffix SN on front of frame. Numbered parts on gun are matching. Unnumbered checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. Swiss wood bottom magazine with steel disks. This gun is the same finish and configuration as the Abercrombie & Fitch guns and it also has a reinforced rear frame. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Excellent. Retaining 97% orig blue with some fading on the receiver. 95% orig straw is visible with most wear on takedown lever. Grips are sharp and retain orig color. Bore is bright and sharp. Magazine has very little wear. Mechanics are excellent. 49829-174 BWS (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1458

1459
$2,300.00

*◊ EXCEPTIONALLY FINE SWISS 1906/34 BY MAUSER.

SN 1876V. Cal. 7.65 PARA. Cross over sunburst marked chamber with Mauser Banner on toggle. Traditional tapered 4-3/4″ bbl with fine commercial finish. 2-pc checkered walnut grips with straw finish levers, trigger and magazine release. 1906 with grip safety. Crown U proofs on chamber and toggle. Numbers matching throughout. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall with slight finish loss at muzzle and leading edges of forward portion of frame and sideplate. Grip straps have slight finish loss and a small dot punch letter “L” on heel of butt. 49829-163 TDW (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1459

1460
$1,380.00

*◊ EXCEPTIONAL WAFFENFABRIK/BERN 1906/24 SWISS LUGER.

SN 19710. Cal. 7.65 Para. 4-3/4″ bbl with Swiss proof and full SN on bottom. Waffenfabrik/Bern on center toggle link. Cross/M on left receiver. Swiss Cross proof on right receiver. Numbered parts are matching, including the wide border checkered walnut grips. “P” on back of frame. “P55” on front of trigger guard indicating release from service in 1955. Swiss proofed round plastic bottom mag. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 98% orig bright blue and straw, with very little wear consisting of light silvering on sharp edges and corners. Grips are sharp and retain orig color. Bore is bright and sharp. There is a small crack in the back of the frame above the lanyard loop that appears to have been caused by stamping the “P” in 1955, which was then finished with the date on the trigger guard. Mag has very little wear. Mechanics are fine. 49829-99 BWS (1,500-3,000) C&R – Lot 1460

1461
$1,150.00

*◊ BERN 1929 SWISS LUGER.

SN 64294. Cal. 7.65 Para. 4-3/4″ bbl with Swiss proof and full SN. Stamped “3.42” (Manufactured in March 1942) inside frame well. Swiss cross in shield in center toggle link. Full SN on rear toggle link, left receiver, and left frame. W+F Logo on back of frame and on black checkered plastic grips. Grip safety. Proper brown plastic bottom Swiss proofed magazine with an extra set of unnumbered wide border checkered walnut Swiss grips. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 95% orig blue. Plastic grips are sharp and bright. Wood grips are lightly worn with minor dings and a chip below safety. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are excellent. 49829-134 BWS (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 1461

1462
$1,437.50

*◊ WAFFENFABRIK BERN 1929 SWISS LUGER WITH 9MM BARREL.

SN 76920. Cal. 9mm. 4-3/4″ bbl with Swiss proof above “12” on bottom. Bbl appears to be contemporary with blue that does not match rest of the gun. Swiss Cross in shield on center toggle link. “W+F” logos on back of frame and next to full SN on left frame. Numbered parts are matching. “P” release mark on front of frame. “6.45” stamped in front frame well (indicates manufacture in June of 1945). “9” on stop lug underneath chamber. Brown plastic “W+F” marked checkered grips. Grip safety. Proper brown plastic bottom Swiss mag with “P” on the spine. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 98% orig blue on frame, receiver, and toggle assembly. Blue on bbl appears to be contemporary. Grips are bright and sharp. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are excellent. Mag has very little wear. 49829-138 BWS (1,000-2,000) C&R – Lot 1462

1463
$2,875.00

*◊ BAVARIAN INFANTRY REGIMENT 1912 ERFURT LUGER WITH MATCHING MAGAZINE.

SN 4770. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with Imperial proofs on sides and full SN on bottom. 1912 date above chamber. Crown/”ERFURT” on center toggle link. Imperial proofs on toggle assembly and right receiver. All numbers are matching down to firing pin, including checkered walnut grips, and orig matching mag. “B.10.R.1.9.” (Bavarian 10th Infantry Regiment, Company 1, weapon #9) unit marked on front strap. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 93% orig blue that is corroding to brown on right side of bbl and grip straps. Orig straw is 85% with scattered corrosion. Grips are lightly worn and oil soaked. Bore is worn with frosting. Mechanics are fine. Mag has minor chips on bottom. 49829-65 BWS (2,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 1463

1464
$1,437.50

*◊ WWI ISSUE ERFURT 1914 MILITARY LUGER.

SN 2670. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with Imperial proof and full SN on bottom. 1914 date above chamber. Crown/ERFURT on center toggle link. Imperial proofs on toggle assembly, right receiver and most small parts. Numbers on gun are matching down to checkered walnut grips and firing pin. Proper Imperial proofed wood bottom mag that does not match. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 96% orig blue with scattered spotting overall, and some minor pitting on front grip strap. Retains 85% orig straw with light corrosion. Grips are lightly worn and oil soaked. Bore is sharp with frosting. Mechanics are fine. Mag has minor chips in wood bottom. 49829-49 BWS (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1464

1465
$0.00

*◊ RARE AUSTRIAN MAUSER BUNDES HEER LUGER.

SN 1747. Cal. 9mm. 4″ unmarked bbl. Mauser banner logo on center toggle link. Eagle/N next to full SN on left receiver. Austrian Eagle BH (Bundes Heer) stamp on left frame below takedown lever. Numbers on gun are matching. Checkered walnut grips are un-numbered. Aluminum bottom machined magazine has numbers that do not match. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 95% orig blue with scattered light scratches and dings overall. Grips are lightly worn and oil soaked. Some wood is missing below safety lever. Bore is bright and sharp. Magazine has little wear. Mechanics are fine. 49829-40 BWS (3,000-4,500) C&R – Lot 1465

1466
$0.00

*◊ RARE 1906 VICKERS DUTCH LUGER.

SN 9015. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with full SN and Crown/V proof on bottom. “VICKERS/LTD” on center toggle link. Crown/V proofs on toggle assembly. Large Crown/W on left receiver. Numbered parts are matching down to the firing pin. “RUST” marked safety. Left checkered walnut grip has full matching SN stamped inside. Right grip is mismatched. Grip safety. Dutch magazine body with cut for missing spring clip on base of spine. Plain wood bottom is a replacement. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine retaining 80% orig blue fading to corrosion. Grip straps are worn with light pitting. 25% orig straw remaining with corrosion overall. Grips are worn, gouged, and oil soaked dark. Bore is bright and sharp. Magazine has minor wear and chips on wood bottom. Mechanics are fine. 49829-85 BWS (3,500-6,500) C&R – Lot 1466

1467
$1,725.00

*◊ RARE DWM 1906 DUTCH KL LUGER.

SN 13322. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with crown “N” proof and full SN on bottom. Star above chamber. Crown “N” proof on breech block. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. “KL” in circle stamp on right receiver. Crown “N” proof on left receiver. Numbers on gun are matching down to firing pin. “RUST” marked safety. Brass plaque on left frame is unmarked. Orig matching coarse checkered walnut grips have full 5 digit SN on backs. Grip safety. Plain wood bottom magazine. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine. Retaining 80% Dutch arsenal blue with corrosion overall that is fading to brown and/or pitting in some areas. Light dings on front grip strap. Straw has been reheated to 90%. Grips have light wear and retain orig color. Wood bottom magazine has wear and bottom is oil-soaked dark. Bore is lightly worn with light pitting. Mechanics are fine. 49829-94 BWS (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 1467

1468
$1,380.00

*◊ DWM DUTCH NAVY K.M. MARKED P.08 LUGER.

SN 923. Cal 9mm. 4″ bbl with Crown/N proof and full SN on bottom. DWM scroll on center toggle link. Crown/N next to two digit SN on left receiver. “RUST” marked safety. Numbers on gun are matching. “Noeske” carved into the backs of the unnumbered checkered walnut grips. Front grip strap is marked “K.M.”. Plain wood bottom magazine. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine, retaining 40% Dutch arsenal blue and 20% Dutch arsenal straw, with corrosion and/or light pitting that is fading to brown overall. Grips are lightly worn and wood grain is still visible. Bore is worn and frosted. Magazine has minor dents on wood bottom. Mechanics are fine. 49829-31 BWS (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1468

1469
$2,587.50

*SUPERB RARE MODEL 1906 DUTCH CONTRACT LUGER.

SN 2225. Cal. 9mm. One of the approximate 4,000 produced. Model 1906 DWM manufactured Lugers with 4″ 9mm bbl and the unique RUST with arrow pointing upward safety position. SN 2225, which has, after detailed disassembly, all numbered parts are matching. Left side of frame next to chamber is crown over script “W”, the proof for Queen Wilhemmina, and to the rear of that a 5-pointed star indicating the gun is an arsenal refurbish. According to Charles Kenyon, Jr., author of Lugers at Random, the Netherlands were one of the most faithful users of the Luger pistol and the Dutch government carried out a regular program of refurbishing their Luger pistols according to official records. “The fact that an example bears an ARSENAL refinish does not detract from its value to the collector.” CONDITION: Exceptionally fine as arsenal refinished, with most all straw coloring remaining on levers, trigger and magazine release. Wood base nickel magazine is excellent and matching to pistol, but exhibits several small stress cracks in wooden base. Very slight finish loss at edges of muzzle and high points of frame. 2-pc checkered walnut grips are excellent and grip screws retain most of their high polished fire blue. A scarce and desirable Dutch Luger. 51034-7 TDW (2,000-2,500) C&R – Lot 1469

1470
$3,162.50

*◊ EXCEPTIONAL 1934 MAUSER BANNER DUTCH CONTRACT P-08 LUGER.

SN 2258. Cal. 9mm. Mauser Banner with 4″ bbl and “1937” date over chamber. Checkered walnut grips with matching numbers throughout and straw finish on trigger, magazine latch, safety and takedown latch. Exceptionally rare Dutch contract starting in 1934. Safety position is marked “RUST” with downward arrow indicating contract for the Netherlands. An extremely difficult pre-war military handgun to acquire. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, with excellent bore and mechanics. Matching numbers throughout with excellent screws and retains most straw finish on levers, trigger and magazine release. Crown U proofed with Mauser Banner marking on toggle, appropriately marked “Geladen” on extractor. The Dutch “RUST” marking is sharp and prominent. Most all factory finish remains and is an exceptional example. 49829-45 TDW (3,500-6,500) C&R – Lot 1470

1471
$0.00

*◊ REPRODUCTION BULGARIAN SEVEN SHOT BABY LUGER.

SN 46453. Cal. 9mm. 3-1/4″ bbl with Crown/B proof and full SN on bottom. Recently applied Bulgarian crest above chamber. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. Post-war Eagle/N proof and “97” (indicating import to Germany in 1997), probably soon after it was modified to seven shot. Contemporary flat safety lever with 90 degree checkering. Grip safety. Grip area of frame has been cut, shortened and welded to seven shot configuration. Contemporary 1-pc checkered walnut grips are not numbered. Plain wood bottom mag has contemporary modification to seven shot length. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine, restored to 95% blue and straw, most blue wear is on sideplate which is fading. Corrosion is starting in a few places. Hold open is missing. Grips are lightly worn with visible wood grain. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are good. Mag has very little wear. 49829-130 BWS (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1471

1472
$2,300.00

*◊ RARE DWM 1908 BULGARIAN LUGER.

SN 899C. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with full SN on bottom. DWM scroll above chamber. Bulgarian Crest on center toggle link. Bulgarian lion proof on right receiver. Cyrillic markings on extractor and safety. Numbered parts are matching. Unnumbered checkered walnut grips. Lanyard loop on bottom of rear grip strap. “GERMANY” marked wood bottom magazine. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine, vintage arsenal refinish retaining 60% blue and 5% straw with areas of fading and corroding to brown. Area of scratches on left frame. Grips are worn and retain orig color. Bore is worn with light pitting. Magazine body has light pitting, and bottom is worn. Mechanics are fine. 49829-184 BWS (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 1472

1473
$1,725.00

*◊ VERY GOOD MODEL 1900/06 BULGARIAN CONTRACT LUGER.

SN 1261. Cal. 9mm. A very uncommon contract of 1900/06. 4″ bbl with old style toggle lock with Bulgarian crest over chamber and “DWM” in script on toggle. Early long frame configuration with “OTbHb” marked safety position. 2-pc checkered walnut grips. This is an extremely scarce and uncommon example as most of these guns were repeatedly rebuilt; thus, explaining the mixed numbers which are common in Bulgarian contract arms. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Good overall. A fair amount of period blue remains with good mechanics but a fairly weak bore. Mixed numbered parts likely a result of rebuild by Bulgaria. A very uncommon gun to acquire as the original contract was only 1000 guns. 49829-36 TDW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1473

1474
$3,162.50

*◊ EXCEPTIONALLY RARE FINNISH M/23 CONTRACT P-08 LUGER.

SN 8874. Cal. 7.65 PARA. Crown in proof with 3-3/4″ bbl, blue finish overall with checkered walnut grip panels. “DWM” in script marking on toggle. Finnish crest with “VANKEINHOITOLAITOS” marked over chamber indicating property of Finnish Department of Corrections. This handgun #8874 is pictured on p. 114 of The Luger Book by John Walter. Complete with proper magazine with Finnish manufactured wood base. Matching numbers throughout. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very good overall, with a reasonable amount of blue finish remaining as Finnish handguns were heavily used and reissued repeatedly. This gun has nice bore and mechanics and very good grips with no chips or material loss whatsoever. An extremely scarce variation with an interesting history and nicely pictured in John Walters fine book, “The Luger Book”. 49829-83 TDW (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 1474

1475
$5,462.50

*◊ DWM 1906 RUSSIAN LUGER.

SN 209. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with full SN on bottom. Russian crest (two Mosin Nagant) recently added above chamber. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. Cyrillic markings on extractor, and safety. Numbers on gun are matching. Trigger has been recently renumbered to match. Matching numbered walnut grips. Orig era mag has reproduction wood bottom marked “Cal. 9m/m”. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very good, restored to 99% blue and straw. Corners and edges are rounded from loss of metal buffed and/or ground before re-bluing. Grips are lightly worn and oil soaked to black. Bore is worn and pitted. Mechanics are good. Mag has light normal wear. 49829-14 BWS (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1475

1476
$3,984.75

*◊ VERY FINE MODEL 1906 REPUBLIC OF PORTUGUESE NAVY LUGER.

SN 524. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with blue finish overall. 2-pc walnut stocks with straw finish on levers, trigger and ejector. Has “R.P.” over anchor on chamber and “DWM” in script on toggle. Extractor is marked “CARREGADA”. Pattern 1906 grip safety and manufactured without stock lug. Number 524 of the approximate 1000 produced. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Exceptional overall, with most all blue finish remaining with good bore and mechanics. Excellent checkered walnut grips. This gun is extremely interesting as it is void of any proof marks that can found. All sub-inspector markings are inside but have yet to find a proof mark. An extremely scarce example of a small production contract. 49829-22 TDW (4,500-6,500) C&R – Lot 1476

1477
$2,259.75

*◊ VERY FINE PORTUGUESE CONTRACT MODEL 1906 WITH CROWN M2 CREST.

SN 2869. Cal. 7.65 PARA. 4-3/4″ bbl with grip safety and 2-pc checkered walnut grips. Blue finish overall with straw finish on safety, trigger and ejector. Proper and correct nickel finished wood base magazine with Portuguese inspection at base. Chamber has the Cypher of King Manuel II (M2). Small Portuguese acceptance markings on major components including magazine. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with most blue finish remaining with typical edge wear at muzzle and high points of frame. Grips are exceptional with good checkering and a very minor chip at bottom of left grip. Has good bore and mechanics. 49829-51 TDW (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 1477

1478
$1,782.50

*◊ 1906/34 PORTUGUESE GNR LUGER.

SN 1998V. Cal. 7.65 Para. 4-3/4″ bbl with four digit SN and Crown/U proof. “GNR” above chamber. Mauser banner logo on center toggle link. Crown/U proof on left receiver. Numbered parts on gun are matching. Unnumbered checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. Aluminum bottom mag with numbers that do not match. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine, retaining 93% blue that is starting to brown with scattered corrosion that is turning to pitting in places. Retains 65% orig straw with scattered corrosion. Grips are worn and oil soaked dark. There is an indent from a holster stud in the right grip and some chips to checkering. Bore is worn with light pitting. Mechanics are fine. Mag has minor dents to body, bottom has little wear. 49829-164 BWS (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1478

1479
$1,753.75

*◊ DWM 1906 ROYAL PORTUGUESE NAVY LUGER.

SN 292. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with full SN on bottom. Portuguese Navy crest above chamber that appears to have been added recently. “CARREGADA” marked extractor. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. “MP” on left receiver. Left checkered walnut grip is unmatched, right is unnumbered. Other numbered parts on gun are matching. Grip safety. Wood bottom magazine with triangle in circle proof on bottom. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very good. Restored to 93% blue and 45% straw. Areas of corrosion and/or pitting visible under finish in several areas. Grips are lightly worn and oil-soaked dark with some chips and indents to checkering. Magazine body has light pitting. Bottom has chips. Bore is worn with light pitting. Mechanics are very good. 49829-18 BWS (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1479

1480
$1,150.00

*DWM 1906 PORTUGESE M2 LUGER.

SN 133. Cal. 7.65 Para. 4-3/4″ bbl. With triangle in circle proof above full SN on bottom. Portugese “M2” crest above chamber. DWM scroll on center toggle link. Portugese triangle in circle proof on left receiver. Numbered steel parts on gun are matching. Left checkered walnut grip is matching, right grip does not match. Grip safety. Orig wood bottom magazine with Portugese triangle in circle proof. CONDITION: Fine, retaining 95% orig blue with scattered light corrosion that is fading to brown on grip straps. Light pits on left side of muzzle. 65% orig straw with corrosion. Grips are lightly worn and oil-soaked with minor dents. Bore is worn with light pitting. Magazine has minor corrosion on body and little wear on wood bottom. 51028-4 BWS (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1480

1481
$4,025.00

*◊ RARE DWM 1933 PERUVIAN CONTRACT LUGER SN 359V.

SN 359V. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with Crown/N proof and full SN on bottom. DWM scroll on center toggle link. Crown/N proof on left receiver. 359v SN on front of frame indicates this is the 9th of 50 guns in a Peruvian contract. These 50 guns were 9mm, unlike the typical 30 cal. examples of this variation. Checkered walnut grips and plain wood bottom magazine. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 97% orig bright blue and straw with scattered light pitting overall. Grips are sharp and retain orig color. Bore is worn with light pitting. Magazine body has light pitting, wood bottom has a few minor chips. Mechanics are fine. 49829-176 BWS (3,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 1481

1482
$3,450.00

*◊ RARE CASED CHILEAN 1900 UNRELIEVED LUGER SN 89.

SN 89. Cal. 7.65 Para. 4-3/4″ bbl with full SN and “BP” in shield on bottom. DWM scroll on center toggle link. Dished toggles, no apparent proof marks. Numbers on gun are matching, with many being in a smaller font. Very small font matching 9’s on sideplate and left frame. Takedown lever and mag release button are numbered on right side. “EJERCITO DE CHILE” on right frame rail. Checkered walnut grips that are numbered to match. Early safety lever with 90 degree checkering and no safety mark. Grip safety. Unrelieved frame. Unrelieved Swiss flat button mag with wood bottom with steel disks. With 2 extra plain wood bottom mags with standard buttons and a cleaning rod/oiler & takedown tool. In a wood case with metal fittings and a silver plaque that is engraved “RF – WD / Nurnberg / 24-Dez-1902” on top. Interior is fitted blue velvet with a purple satin lid liner. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine, retaining 90% blue from an old restoration, corrosion and light pitting are visible under most blued areas. Re-strawed to 90% with visible light pitting beneath. Grips are worn and oil soaked dark. Bore is worn with light pitting. Mechanics are fine. Mag has pitting on body and dings on wood bottom. Extra mags have little wear. Cleaning rod/oiler and takedown tool are excellent. Blue velvet interior and satin lid liner have normal light wear. Exterior has age appropriate wear with minor cracks and dents. 49829-8 BWS (4,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 1482

1483
$2,185.00

*◊ RARE DWM/MAUSER OBERNDORF BKIW POLICE LUGER SN 841V.

SN 841v. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with large Crown/U Oberndorf proof and full SN on bottom. High polish toggle assembly with Crown/U proof on breech block and “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. SN stamped over large Crown/U Oberndorf proof on left receiver. SN’s are matching and orig, many being in a larger than normal font. Police sear safety above sear bar. Checkered walnut grips are unnumbered. Aluminum bottom mag has numbers that do not match. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine, retaining 90% orig blue with areas of corrosion and/or light pitting overall. Grip straps are fading to brown. Orig straw is 70% with corrosion. Grips are lightly worn and darkened, some chips to checkering. Bore is sharp with very light frosting. Mechanics are fine. Mag has very little wear. 49829-28 BWS (2,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 1483

1484
$1,725.00

*◊ DWM/MAUSER POLICE UNIT MARKED U RANGE SNEAK.

SN 5393. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with Weimar Eagle on left and full SN on bottom. No markings on chamber and toggle. Right receiver has Weimar Eagle and Eagle/WaA66 proofs. Police sear safety above sear bar. Deactivated mag safety. Numbers on gun are matching. Unnumbered checkered walnut grips. Police unit mark “L.Me.211” on front strap. Police numbered wood bottom mag that does not match. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 95% orig blue with grip straps that are fading to brown. 85% orig straw with very light corrosion. Grips are lightly worn and darkened with minor gouges. Bore is worn and pitted. Mechanics are fine. Mag has typical dings and minor chips. 49829-68 BWS (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1484

1485
$2,875.00

*◊ RARE G DATE POLICE LUGER WITH MATCHING MAGAZINE.

SN 9728E. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with Eagle/63 proof and SN on bottom. All numbered parts are matching including orig magazine, checkered walnut grips, toggle pin, and firing pin. G (1935) above chamber. S/42 (Mauser) on center toggle link. Eagle/63 proofs on right receiver. Police sear safety. Orig matching Haemel Schmeisser Police numbered magazine. With an extra set of reproduction Luger grips. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Excellent retaining 95% orig bright blue and straw with normal wear and light fading and corrosion on grip straps. Grips are lightly worn with minor dings to checkering. Bore is bright and sharp. Magazine has little wear and very minor dings. Mechanics are excellent. Extra grips are in excellent condition with cracks in each grip. 49829-88 BWS (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1485

1486
$2,875.00

*◊ EXCEPTIONAL MAUSER 1941 BANNER POLICE EAGLE/L WITH MATCHING MAG.

SN 294. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with 1941 date above chamber. Mauser banner logo on center toggle link. Police Eagle/L proof on right receiver. Eagle/N proof on left receiver. Police sear safety above sear bar. Numbers on gun are matching down to toggle pin and firing pin. Unnumbered checkered walnut grips. Orig matching numbered aluminum bottom FXO mag. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Near mint, retaining 99% orig bright blue. Corners and edges have almost no wear. Grips are sharp and retain orig color. Bore is bright and sharp with some frosting. Mechanics are excellent. Mag has almost no wear. 49829-19 BWS (1,500-3,000) C&R – Lot 1486

1487
$1,265.00

*◊ PRUSSIAN POLICE MARKED 1921 DWM LUGER.

SN 5360. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with full SN on bottom. 1921 above chamber. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. Police proofs on right receiver. Unnumbered checkered walnut grips. Numbers on gun are matching down to the firing pin. Front grip strap is marked “S.D.I.3.100” (Prussian police, Dusseldorf District I). Wood bottom mag with large vertical 08 style numbers that do not match. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Excellent, vintage arsenal finish retaining 98% bright blue. 95% bright straw. Grips are lightly worn and oil soaked. Bore is lightly worn and frosted. Mechanics are fine. Mag has small chips on bottom. 49829-67 BWS (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1487

1488
$1,380.00

*◊ MAUSER 1940 BANNER POLICE LUGER WITH S/42 TOGGLE.

SN 3785. Cal. 9mm. 4″ military ordnance replacement bbl with small “S/42” on bottom and small Eagle/63 proof on upper left. 1940 date above chamber. “S/42” (Mauser) on center toggle link. Toggle assembly is a military replacement with orig numbers that match gun. Firing pin is mismatched. Eagle/N proof on left receiver. Police Eagle/L proof on right receiver. Police Sear safety above sear bar. Checkered black plastic (black widow) grips with outer border. Black plastic bottom “fxo” magazine. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine, retaining 90% orig blue with light scratches and corrosion overall. Grips have light wear and small chips to some checkering. Bore is lightly worn with frosting. Magazine has very little wear. Mechanics are fine. 49829-57 BWS (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1488

1489
$9,200.00

RARE CHILEAN MARKED BENKE THIEMANN LUGER STOCK.

SN 14. Stamped sheet metal folding stock that replaces orig grips on Luger. Compact when closed, it opens into a shoulder stock. “PATENT BENKE/THIEMANN D.R.P.u.A.P.” on left side. “ARMERIA “BELGA”/SANTIAGO-CHILE” retailer marked, also on left side. Right side has SN 14. Very few of these stocks were made. The Chilean retailer mark (if original) is extremely rare. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 60% orig black finish that is wearing to bare metal on external surfaces. Mechanics are fine. 49829-198 (5,000-10,000) – Lot 1489

1490
$1,840.00

RARE LUGER IDEAL STOCK WITH GRIPS AND MAG.

SN NSN. Orig Luger Ideal holster/stock with orig walnut grips that fit on Luger and have metal backs that are attaching brackets for the stock. Stock has leather holster and sheet metal fittings in a tubular steel frame that telescopes and locks into grips. Sheet metal hanging clip on left side, can attach to belt or article of clothing. Also comes with plain wood bottom mag. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very good with wear from usage. Telescoping tubes retain about 40% of orig black finish. Sheet metal parts retain 35% orig blue with scattered light pitting and areas that are worn smooth. Top telescoping rod is missing a screw that attaches to the rear sheet metal fitting. Black leather is fading to dark brown and has scattered cracks overall. Grips are worn and have been varnished. Metal attaching brackets on back retain 80% orig blue. Mechanics are fair. Mag body is pitted with very little wear on wood bottom. 49829-203 BWS (2,000-4,000) – Lot 1490

1491
$2,990.00

EXCEPTIONAL GERMAN 1ST MODEL SNAIL DRUM WITH LOADER AND COVER.

SN 5536. Cal. 9mm. 32-rnd blue steel German Snail Drum 1st Model with rnd steel handle with maker’s mark “B” over “N” and numbered “5536”. Accompanied by a Snail Drum toggling loader with no maker’s name attached, of blue steel with tubular handle. With a very scarce and desirable Snail Drum dust cover. CONDITION: Exceptional overall condition, with most period blue finish remaining with very slight spotting of corrosion on front of drum and same on back of drum. No dents or any damage that would impede its functioning and slides in smoothly and extracts properly from several Lugers tested. Loading tool is exceptional with virtually all blue finish remaining. Functions properly and smoothly with only very slight traces of wear around high points and edges. The rare and uncommon dust cover is in good shape, has lost approximately one-third of its black enamel finish, no dents or damage. 51034-5 TDW (1,500-3,500) – Lot 1491

1492
$1,380.00

RARE TYPE I, 32 ROUND SNAIL DRUM FOR WWI LUGER.

SN 68509. Cal. 9mm. 32 round drum with first type telescoping winding mechanism on bottom. Imperial proof on mag body below follower. “B/N” marked on top and bottom of sheet metal drum. Also matching SN 68509 on drum top and bottom. Outer edge of drum bottom marked “12, 17, 22, 27, and 32” to indicated capacity PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 90% orig blue with scattered areas of light pitting, no major dings or dents. Mechanics are fine. 49829-202 BWS (1,200-2,000) – Lot 1492

1493
$1,437.50

TYPE II SNAIL DRUM FOR WWI LUGER WITH DUST COVER.

SN 341704. Cal. 9mm. Stamped sheet metal 32 round drum with type II swing-out stamped sheet metal winding mechanism. Mag body is Imperial proofed below follower. Top of drum has SN 341704 above “B/N” marking. Bottom of drum has 341704 SN with “B/N” mark to the left. Outer edge of drum bottom has “12, 17, 22, 27, and 32” indicating round capacity. Includes stamped sheet metal dust cover. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 90% orig blue with normal light scratches and dings. No major dents. Dust cover retains 70% orig black painted finish. Mechanics are fine. 49829-201 BWS (1,200-2,000) – Lot 1493

1494
$1,437.50

WWI LUGER SNAIL DRUM LOADING TOOL.

SN 4071. This device was designed to quickly and efficiently load 9 mm, 32 round, WWI Luger snail drums. Stamped sheet metal body is marked “B/N” on left side and has full SN on right. Checkered locking button and tubular loading lever have matching numbers. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 97% orig blue with a few minor scratches. Mechanics are excellent. 49829-200 BWS (500-1,000) – Lot 1494

1495
$1,035.00

P-08 LUGER GO/NO GO INSPECTION TOOLS AND GAUGES.

SN N/A. Manufactured for Erma, these inspection gauges measure sights, trigger travel, throat erosion, bore, sight height and frame gauge. All tools have either the Erfurt commercial markings on them or are marked P-08 and they are an unbelievable rarity. Twelve different tools in all. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection – Germany. CONDITION: Superb overall condition, with very minor staining, none of which would prevent use or accuracy. All are precision ground with one tool being marked “Erma-Erfurt K.98”. One gauge inspected WAA42 with Waffenampt. 49829-195 TDW (1,000-2,000) – Lot 1495

1496
$1,150.00

MATCHING ERMA .22 CONVERSION KIT WITH BOX.

SN 1103B. Cal. .22. 7-1/4″ bbl marked “5, 41 m”. Eagle/280 proofs on toggle assembly. Eagle/77 proofs on breech block, firing pin, bbl, and mag. All numbered parts are matching. Mag has aluminum bottom with matching numbers. Matching number penciled on exterior of standard small box. Wood box is also stamped “ERMA” and Eagle/77 on exterior and has a simple latch with brass button. Inside of box has 3 milled compartments for bbl, mag, and toggle assembly. An extra milled empty compartment is on lower right for the Luger’s ejector, which has to be removed to install the conversion kit. Box has no added inletting around the toggle grips. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 95% orig blue on blued parts. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are excellent. Box has normal wear and scuffs on exterior with areas of corrosion on metal fittings. 49829-160 BWS (1,000-2,000) – Lot 1496

1497
$0.00

EXCELLENT MATCHING ERMA COMMERCIAL .22 CONVERSION KIT.

SN 7204. Cal. 22LR. 7-1/4″ bbl with Eagle/N proof. Toggle assembly is marked “ERMA/ERFURT”. Mag has aluminum bottom. All numbers are matching. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 97% orig blue with minor scratches on mag body. Very minor wear on sharp edges and corners. Mechanics are excellent. 49829-197 BWS (1,500-2,500) – Lot 1497

1498
$3,450.00

*◊ RARE DWM 1902 COMMERCIAL “FAT BARREL” LUGER.

SN 22781. Cal. 9mm. 4″ “Fat Barrel” with full SN on bottom. “DWM” Scroll on center toggle link. Dished toggles. “GERMANY” export marked under SN on front of frame. Contemporary checkered walnut grips that are not numbered, and contemporary grip screws. Grip safety. “GERMANY” marked wood bottom mag. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, restored to 99% blue and straw with almost no wear on sharp edges and corners and a few scattered light scratches. Grips are very sharp with orig color and nice wood grain. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are fine. Mag has minor corrosion on body. 49829-102 BWS (4,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 1498

1499
$2,300.00

*◊ SPECTACULAR COMMERCIAL MAUSER MODEL 1902 CARTRIDGE COUNTER LUGER IN LEATHER SHIPPING AND DISPLAY CASE.

SN C 200 VON 250. Cal. 9mm. Commercial blue finish overall with “DWM” in scroll inlaid in gold on toggle. Left side of frame marked in gold inlay “Mod.1902/Cartridge Counter”. Rear of frame marked “Made in Germany”. 2-pc checkered walnut grips equipped with the “Powell’s Cartridge Indicating Device”. Pattern 1902 grip safety and marked on frontstrap “Mauser-Werke Oberndorf 3MBH”. Cased in burgundy leather and red velvet-lined display case complete with spare magazine, cleaning rod and loading tool. This is SN 200 of the only 250 produced. Also includes original target, firearms passport, and delivery note. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Appears new and unfired with no signs of use and certainly no distress. Elegantly finished. Initial production began in 1982 and was quickly absorbed and rarely seen for resale. Case and accessories are as new and contain instruction manual and keys as well as the standard accessories. 49829-165 TDW (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 1499

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1500
$0.00

*◊ DWM 1900 COMMERCIAL LUGER.

SN 3819. Cal. 7.65 Para. 4-3/4″ bbl with “BUG” proofs and full SN on bottom. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. Dished toggles. “BU” proofs on toggle assembly. “GERMANY” export marked under SN on front of frame. Numbered parts are matching. Unnumbered checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. Proper plain wood bottom mag. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, restored to 98% blue and 90% straw. Grips are lightly worn with visible wood grain, there is a chip missing under safety lever. Bore is worn with light pitting. Mechanics are fine. Mag bottom has minor chips. 49829-58 BWS (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1500

1501
$2,875.00

*◊ DWM 1900 AMERICAN EAGLE LUGER.

SN 10608. Cal. 7.65 Para. 4-3/4″ bbl with full SN on bottom. American Eagle above chamber. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. Dished toggles. “GERMANY” export marked under SN on front of frame. Flaming bomb proof inside frame well. All numbers are matching including checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. Plain wood bottom mag. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 98% orig blue and 85% orig straw. Normal wear on edges and corners, a few areas of light corrosion. Grips are lightly worn with some chips to checkering, with visible wood grain. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are fine. Mag has very little wear. 49829-92 BWS (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 1501

1502
$1,610.00

*◊ DWM 1906 AMERICAN EAGLE 4″ BARREL LUGER.

SN 38047. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with full SN on bottom. American eagle crest above chamber DWM scroll on center toggle link. “GERMANY” export marked on front of frame below SN. Numbered parts on gun are matching. Checkered walnut grips are unnumbered. Grip safety plain with bottom magazine. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine, retaining 90% orig blue with light corrosion overall, fading to brown and/or bare metal on grip straps. Grips are lightly worn and oil-soaked with some re-checkering. Bore has light wear with frosting. Magazine has very little wear. Mechanics are fine. 49829-122 BWS (2,000-3,500) C&R – Lot 1502

1503
$3,450.00
Revised: 9/21/2016

Please Note: Cataloger stated Bolivian crest was contemporary and therefore used an appropriate estimate. It has been brought to our attention that there are a couple of other alterations and therefore we are selling the gun with no guarantee.

*◊ FINE CASED LUGER 1908 COMMERCIAL WITH BOLIVIAN CREST.

SN 52346. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with “BUG” proofs and full SN on bottom. Bolivian crest that appears to be contemporary above the chamber. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. “BU” proofs on breech block and left receiver. No hold open. “P-701” stamped inside front frame well. “CARGADO” marked extractor. “SEGURO” marked safety. Numbered on gun are matching including checkered walnut grips that have been numbered to match. Plain wood bottom mag, with 2 WWI era numbered mags, and a cleaning rod/oiler in a fitted black pebble grained case with brass fittings and leather handle. A green cabochon surrounded by gold embossing on top of lid. Case bottom and fitted interior are green felt. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine, 95% blue and straw with contemporary touch-up on several areas. Grips are worn and oil soaked. Bore is bright and sharp. Mag has minor nicks and dings on bottom. Extra mags have light corrosion on bodies and one of the wood bottoms is cracked. Cleaning rod/oiler is excellent. Interior felt is worn on edges and corners and there are minor oil stains from pistol and accessories. Case exterior leather is scuffed on edges with appropriate wear for age. The leather handle has broken off and is inside the case. 49829-132 BWS (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1503

1504
$1,437.50

*◊ EXCEPTIONALLY FINE DWM COMMERCIAL 9MM LUGER PISTOL.

SN 41349. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl. Blue finish overall with commercial SN range and crown U and crown B proofs. Blank chamber with “DWM” in script over toggle. Straw finished levers, trigger, magazine release and ejector. Commercially made without stock lug. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, with slight finish loss at muzzle, sideplate and forward edges of frame consistent with holster use. Commercial quality walnut checkered grips are very fine with only slight wear with no distress or material loss. Nickel wood base magazine is not matching. Most straw finish remaining on levers and trigger. Commercial 9mm Lugers without stock lug are relatively uncommon and this is a very fine example. 49829-127 TDW (1,500-3,000) C&R – Lot 1504

1505
$2,587.50

*◊ BEAUTIFUL 1906 COMMERCIAL 4-3/4″ BARREL LUGER.

SN 65482. Cal. 7.65 Para. 4-3/4″ bbl with Crown/N and full SN on bottom. DWM scroll on center toggle link. Crown/N proof on left receiver. Checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. Plain wood bottom mag. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Near mint, retaining 99% bright blue and 97% bright straw. Grips are sharp and retain orig color. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are excellent. Mag is near mint with almost no wear. 49829-135 BWS (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1505

1506
$1,495.00

*◊ 1906 DWM COMMERCIAL LUGER WITH FRENCH MARKED BARREL.

SN 36644. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl “Manufacture Francaise d’Armes & Cycles de Saint-Etienne” recently applied to top of bbl. With “BUG” proofs and full SN on bottom. “DWM” on center toggle link. “BU” proofs on toggle assembly and left receiver. Numbered parts on gun are matching. Checkered walnut grips are unnumbered. Grip safety. Plain wood bottom mag. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine, bbl has been restored to 98% blue, rest of gun retains 93% orig blue with light scattered corrosion that is fading to brown on grip straps and grip safety. Straw is 75% with some touch-up. Grips are lightly worn and oil soaked. Left grip has an extra cut below safety lever for some unknown modification. Bore is worn and pitted. Mechanics are good. Mag has corrosion on body and minor dings on wood bottom. 49829-120 BWS (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1506

1507
$2,012.50

*RARE DWM 1906 SECOND ISSUE COMMERCIAL BLANK TOGGLE NAVY LUGER.

SN 4736. Cal. 9mm. 6″ Navy bbl with orig numbers fairly visible below Navy Crown/M proof and “GERMANY” export mark on bottom. Blank toggle (DWM removed during post-war rework). 100/200 meter adjustable Navy rear sight. “GERMANY” export marked on center toggle link and left frame. Full SN added on right receiver matches some parts. Orig SN on front of frame matches some other small parts. Navy Crown/M proofs on left receiver. Imperial proofs on left receiver and bbl. “GESICHERT” safety mark in up position. Checkered walnut grips do not match either SN. Grip safety. “GERMANY” marked wood bottom magazine with numbers that do not match. DWM second issue Navy was reworked with military and replacement parts for commercial sale in the 20’s. Totally correct in this configuration for the period. CONDITION: Very fine 20s era retailer finish, retaining 97% blue and straw with normal wear on sharp edges and corners and a few scattered spots of corrosion. Grips are lightly worn with visible wood grain. Bore is sharp with light frosting. Magazine has light normal wear. Mechanics are fine. 51028-17 BWS (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1507

1508
$920.00

*◊ DWM 1908 MILITARY 1920s ERA COMMERCIAL SALE LUGER.

SN 5725A. Cal. 7.65 Para. 4″ 30 cal. bbl with small crown “N” proof on bottom. Imperial proof on breech block. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. Small crown “N” proofs on right receiver and frame rail. Numbers on gun are matching down to the firing pin and matching numbered checkered walnut grips. No stock lug. Plain wood bottom magazine. This gun was rebarreled to 9 mm after WWI. Military proofs on left receiver were removed and replaced by SN. Gun was refurbished and crown “N” proofs were added for commercial sale. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Excellent. Retaining 97% 1920s era blue and straw. Minor corrosion in some areas. There is a scratch on side plate. Grips are lightly worn with beautiful wood grain. Magazine has very little wear. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are very fine. 49829-73 BWS (1,000-2,000) C&R – Lot 1508

1509
$920.00

*◊ BEAUTIFUL DWM 1920 COMMERCIAL LUGER.

SN 7833l. Cal. 7.65 Para. 4″ bbl with Crown/N and full SN on bottom. DWM scroll on center toggle link. Crown/N proofs on breech block and left receiver. “MADE IN GERMANY” on right receiver. Numbers on gun are matching, except for takedown lever, which is one number off. Unnumbered checkered walnut grips. Military wood bottom magazine with numbers that do not match. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 97% orig blue and straw with normal wear on edges and corners. Grips are lightly worn and retain orig color. Bore is frosted. Magazine has very little wear. Mechanics are excellent. 49829-181 BWS (900-1,400) C&R – Lot 1509

1510
$2,259.75

*◊ DWM 1923 STOEGER LUGER WITH 6″ BARREL.

SN 81160. Cal 9mm. 6″ bbl WITH “GERMANY” export mark, Crown/N proof, and full SN on bottom. DWM scroll on center toggle link. Crown/N proofs on toggle assembly and left receiver. Right receiver is marked “A.F. Stoeger Inc/New York” with “GERMANY” export mark above ejector. Numbered parts on gun are matching, including checkered walnut grips which appear to have been numbered recently as has the matching wood bottom magazine. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, restored to 95% blue and straw with normal wear on edges and corners and fading on grip straps. Grips are lightly worn and darkened from oil. Bore is bright and sharp. Magazine has normal light wear. Mechanics are fine. 49829-140 BWS (2,500-5,000) C&R – Lot 1510

1511
$3,450.00

*◊ 1937 MAUSER BANNER COMMERCIAL LUGER WITH MATCHING MAGAZINE.

SN 1588V. Cal. 7.65 Para. 4″ bbl with SN on bottom. 1937 date above chamber. Mauser banner logo on center toggle link. Crown/U Oberndorf proofs on left receiver. SNs are matching down to firing pin. Checkered walnut grips are un-numbered. Orig aluminum bottom magazine has matching numbers. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine, retaining 93% orig blue with fading on sideplate. Light corrosion in several areas. 60% orig stray with scattered corrosion. Grips are sharp and oil soaked dark, there are some chips to checkering. Bore is sharp with light frosting. Magazine has very little wear. Mechanics are fine. 49829-162 BWS (3,500-8,500) C&R – Lot 1511

1512
$3,162.50

*◊ RARE 1938 MAUSER BANNER COMMERCIAL LUGER WITH MATCHING MAGAZINE.

SN 5728V. Cal. 9mm. 4-3/4″ bbl with four digit SN on bottom and Crown/U proof on front of sight base. 1938 date above chamber. Mauser banner logo on Center toggle link. Crown/U proofs on toggle assembly and left receiver. All numbered parts are matching, including toggle pin, firing pin, checkered walnut grips, and orig matching aluminum bottom mag. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 95% orig blue with scattered light pitting overall. 70% straw with light pitting. Grips are sharp and darkened with wood grain still visible, there is a small chip in the left grip under safety lever. Bore is worn with light pitting. Mechanics are fine. Mag has very little wear. 49829-177 BWS (3,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 1512

1513
$2,875.00

*◊ RARE 1939 MAUSER BANNER COMMERCIAL LUGER WITH MATCHING MAG.

SN 6436. Cal. 7.65 Para. 4″ bbl with four digit SN on bottom. 1939 date above chamber. Mauser banner logo on center toggle link. Eagle/N proof on left receiver. Serial range indicates most likely export to Sweden. SN are matching down to the firing pin, checkered walnut grips, and orig matching aluminum bottom mag. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 93% orig bright blue with most wear on grip straps which are corroding to brown and starting to pit. 90% orig bright straw with an area of purpling on trigger from heat. Grips are lightly worn and darkened from oil. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are fine. Mag has light normal wear and minor dings on bottom. 49829-76 BWS (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1513

1514
$1,955.00

*◊ MAUSER 42 BANNER COMMERCIAL LUGER.

SN 8004Y. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl. “42” date above chamber. Mauser banner logo on center toggle link. Eagle/N proofs on toggle assembly and left receiver. Numbers on gun are matching. Unnumbered checkered black plastic grips with border. Black plastic bottom fxo magazine. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine, retaining 80% orig blue that is corroding to brown with scattered areas of light pitting overall. Grips are lightly worn with a few minor chips. Bore is worn with light pitting. Magazine body is pitted, plastic bottom has minor chips. Mechanics are fine. 49829-80 BWS (2,000-3,500) C&R – Lot 1514

1515
$4,025.00

*◊ BEAUTIFUL CASED INTERARMS ARTILLERY LUGER WITH STOCK.

SN L200 VON 250. Cal. 9mm. 8″ bbl with fine tune adjustable front sight and multi-position adjustable rear sight, marked “9mm Parabellum” with a post-war Eagle/N proof on top. “DWM” scroll in gold on center toggle link. “L200von250” on right receiver and right frame. Left receiver and frame have post-war Eagle/N proofs. Left frame has “Erinnerungsmodel/Lange Pistole 08” in gold on left frame. Right receiver has no Interarms markings (European market only). Checkered walnut grips. Front grip strap is marked “Mauser-Werke Obendorf GMBH”. Orig with bottom magazine with Mauser banner on spine. With orig matching numbered stock, extra magazine, cleaning rod, front sight adjustment tool, take down tool, and keys in orig brown leather case with brass fittings and leather handle. Interior is purple velvet with compartments for gun and accessories. Leather pouch inside lid with Mauser banner logo contains orig manual, warranty paper, and test target. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Near new, retaining 99%+ blue and straw. Grips are sharp with beautiful wood grain. Bore is bright and sharp. Magazines have almost no wear. Stock and accessories are in near new condition. Exterior and interior of case have normal wear and stains from storage. Mechanics are excellent. 49829-172 BWS (3,500-5,000) C&R – Lot 1515

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1516
$1,725.00

*◊ INTERARMS 1906 SWISS COMMEMORATIVE LUGER IN CASE.

SN 200 VON 250. Cal. 7.65 Para. 4-3/4″ bbl with “.30 Luger” and post-war Eagle/N proof on top. Swiss cross in sunburst above chamber. “Original/MAUSER” banner logo on center toggle link. “200 von 250” SNs on right receiver and frame. Left receiver and frame have Eagle/N proofs and “75” antler proof (manufactured in 1975). Left frame has “75 Jahre/Parabellum Pistole/1900-1975”. No Interarms markings on right receiver (for European market). Checkered walnut grips. Grips safety. “MAUSER-WERKE A.G. Oberndorf a.N.” on front grip strap. Black plastic bottom magazine with Mauser banner on spine. With orig extra magazine, brass cleaning rod, and takedown tool in orig Mauser wood case with brass fittings and fitted cranberry velvet interior. Enclosed test target. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Near new, retaining 99%+ blue and straw with almost no wear. Grips are sharp with beautiful wood grain. Bore is bright and sharp. Accessories are near new. Case has almost no interior or exterior wear from storage. Mechanics are excellent. 49829-168 BWS (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1516

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1517
$2,587.50

*◊ MAUSER INTERARMS NAVY COMMEMORATIVE LUGER IN CASE.

SN 9MM. Cal. 9mm. 6″ bbl with “9mm Luger” and post-war Eagle/N proof on top. DWM scroll in gold on center toggle link. 100/200 meter Navy rear sight. “KM 200 von250” on right receiver and frame. Eagle/N proofs on toggle assembly, left receiver, and left frame. “75 Jahre/Parabellum-Pistole/Kaiserliche Marine” in gold on left receiver. Checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. “Mauser-Werke Oberndorf GMBH” on front grip strap. Black plastic bottom magazine with Mauser banner on spine. With extra magazine, brass cleaning rod, Mauser banner marked takedown tool, and two keys in orig tan leather case with brass fittings, leather handle, and green velvet interior. Leather pouch inside lid has warranty card, test target, and manual. Behind lid is John Walter’s Luger book. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Near new, retaining 99%+ blue and straw with almost no wear on sharp edges and corners. Grips are sharp with beautiful wood grain. Bore is bright and sharp. Black plastic bottom magazine has crack in plastic through left side. Extra magazine and accessories in case are in near new condition. Case has very minor wear, inside and out from normal storage. Mechanics are excellent. 49829-171 BWS (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1517

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1518
$2,360.00

*◊ EXCEPTIONALLY FINE COMMERCIAL MAUSER 75 YEAR COMMEMORATIVE WITH FACTORY CASING.

SN 200 VON 250. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl. Blue finish overall with 2-pc checkered walnut grips with wood based nickel magazine. This commemorated the 75 year anniversary of the adoption of the Luger pistol by the German military. A total of 250 sets were manufactured in 1983. Chamber is gold inlaid with double date “1983” over “1900”. Toggle is gold inlaid with “DWM” in script. Left hand frame side is marked in gold in relief “75 Jahre Parabellum-Pistole Mod. 08”. Accompanied with burgundy leather display case with spare nickel magazine, cleaning rod and loading tool. Enclosed is instruction manual, copy of early DWM guarantee and test target. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: As new and believed to be unfired. Shows no traces of use or wear. Case is equally as fine with no evidence of distress or wear and is as new. 49829-166 TDW (2,500-3,500) – Lot 1518

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1519
$0.00

*◊ SPECTACULAR COMMERCIAL MAUSER 75 YEAR BULGARIAN COMMEMORATIVE IN FACTORY DISPLAY CASE.

SN 200 VON 250. Cal. 7.65 PARA. 4-3/4″ bbl with blue finish overall and straw finished levers, trigger and magazine latch. 2-pc checkered walnut grips with blued steel plastic based magazine. Relief gold inlay marked “75 Jahre/Parabellum-Pistole/Konigreich Bulgarien”. This is the pattern 1902 with grip safety and has the Bulgarian safety marking of “OTbHb”. Housed in its proper display case containing cleaning rod, spare magazine and loading tool. Also includes test target, and certificate. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: As new and believed to be unfired with no distress and no evidence of use. Case is equally as fine with no distress, damage or storage stains. This is SN 200 of only 250 of these items manufactured in 1977. 49829-169 TDW (2,500-3,500) – Lot 1519

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1520
$1,725.00

*◊ SPECTACULAR COMMERCIAL MAUSER 70 YEAR RUSSIAN COMMEMORATIVE IN FACTORY DISPLAY CASE.

SN 200 VON 250. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with blue finish overall and straw finished levers, trigger and magazine latch. 2-pc checkered walnut grips with blued steel plastic based magazine. Relief gold inlay marked “70 Jahre/Parabellum-Pistole/Kaiserreich Rukland”. This is the pattern 1902 with grip safety and has the Russian safety marking of “OTbHb”. Housed in its proper display case containing cleaning rod, spare magazine and loading tool. Also includes test target, instruction guide and guarantee. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: As new and believed to be unfired with no distress and no evidence of use. Case is equally as fine with no distress, damage or storage stains. This is SN 200 of only 250 of these items manufactured in 1977. 49829-170 TDW (2,000-3,000) – Lot 1520

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1521
$2,300.00

*◊ MAUSER INTERARMS AMERICAN EAGLE COMMEMORATIVE LUGER IN CASE.

SN 1000.1010.. Cal. 7.65 Para. 6″ bbl marked “.30 Luger” on top. American Eagle crest above chamber “Original/MAUSER” banner logo on center toggle link. Interarms markings on right receiver “FBM” in small banner proof on bbl and left frame. “MAUSER PARABELLUM/.30 Luger” on left frame. “Made in Germany” on back of frame. Checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. “MAUSER-WERKE A.G. Oberndorf a.N.” on front grip strap. Black plastic bottom magazine with Mauser banner on spine with extra “Interarms” marked Italian made extra magazine, brass cleaning rod, and Mauser banner marked takedown tool in orig wood case with fitted cranberry velvet interior and brass fittings. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 97% orig blue and 80% orig straw. Grips are lightly worn, with visible wood grain. Bore is bright and sharp. Magazine is excellent. Extra mag and accessories in case are in near new condition. Case has minor interior and exterior wear from storage. Mechanics are excellent. 49829-159 BWS (1,200-2,500) C&R – Lot 1521

1522
$1,035.00

*◊ MAUSER INTERARMS 9 MM LUGER.

SN 11.006314. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with “9mm Luger” and post-war Eagle/N on top. “Original MAUSER” logo on center toggle link. Post-war Eagle/N proofs on toggle assembly, left receiver, and left frame. No Interarms markings (for European market). “72” next to antler proof on left receiver (1972 production). “MAUSER PARABELLUM” on left frame and “Made in Germany” on back of frame. Grip safety. Checkered walnut grips. “MAUSER-WERKE A.G. Oberndorf a.N.” on front grip strap. Black plastic bottom mag with Mauser banner on spine. Also includes target. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Near new, retaining 99%+ blue and straw. Grips are sharp with beautiful wood grain. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are excellent. Mag has almost no wear. 49829-188 BWS (1,000-1,600) C&R – Lot 1522

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1523
$920.00

*◊ MAUSER INTERARMS 6″ 9MM BARREL & RECEIVER.

SN E14 012272. Cal. 9mm. 6″ bbl marked “9mm Luger” with post war Eagle/N proof on top. “Original MAUSER” banner logo on center toggle link. Full SN on right receiver. No Interarms markings (European market). Post war Crown/N proof and 73 antler proof (Manufactured in 1973) on left receiver. Mauser banner logo on stop lug. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Near new, retaining 99%+ blue with almost no wear on edges and corners. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are excellent. 49829-204 BWS (1,000-2,000) – Lot 1523

1524
$3,737.50

*◊ EXCEPTIONAL MAUSER MATCH SPORT MODEL 30 LUGER WITH DISPLAY CASE AND ACCESSORIES.

SN 10005363. Cal. 7.65 PARA. Commercial blue finish overall with 4-1/2″ heavy slab side bbl with cal. designation on top and toggle marked “original” over top Mauser banner. Matching adjustable sights with 2-pc checkered walnut grips and straw finished levers, trigger and magazine latch. Complete with velvet-lined French fitted display case containing spare magazine, cleaning rod and loading tool. Commercially proofed and date coded “1975” and shipped from factory on September 6, 1976. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: As new and possibly unfired. Gun shows no wear or distress and neither do accessories or exterior of wooden Mauser-marked display case. Interior of case has one slight worn area created from adjustable rear sight rubbing on fabric. 49829-157 TDW (2,000-3,500) C&R – Lot 1524

1525
$2,012.50

*◊ BEAUTIFUL ENGRAVED MAUSER LUGER WITH FITTED LEATHER CASE.

SN 9579. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with full SN on bottom. Monogrammed initials engraved above chamber. “byf” (Mauser) on center toggle link. Numbered parts are matching down to the firing pin. 60% of gun is covered in Germanic style contemporary engraving. Highly figured contemporary checkered walnut grips with a thin outer border. With 3 black bottom “fxo” mags, takedown rod/oiler, and pin punch in a cranberry colored leather case with brass fittings, gold eagles on lid corners, and a fitted green velvet interior. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 97% of contemporary blue and straw with normal wear on edges and corners. Grips are sharp with beautiful wood grain. Bore is bright and sharp with very light frosting. Mechanics are excellent. Mags are excellent with very little wear, as are cleaning rod/oiler & pin punch. Case is in excellent condition inside and out, but is missing a plaque on the top where 2 attaching holes remain. 49829-87 BWS (1,500-3,000) C&R – Lot 1525

1526
$2,012.50

*◊ MITCHELL ARMS STAINLESS STEEL AMERICAN EAGLE LUGER IN BOX.

SN 6419. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl. American Eagle crest with “1993” above chamber. Right receiver is marked “MITCHELL ARMS AMERICAN EAGLE/CAL. 9MM LUGER” on right receiver. Right frame marked “SPM INC. HOUSTON, TX U.S.A.” on right frame. Full SN on left frame. Checkered walnut grips plain wood bottom magazine. In orig Mitchell Arms white cardboard box with SN that is one number off. Also includes owner’s manual and marketing material from 1993. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Near new with almost no wear on stainless steel finish. Grips are sharp and retain orig color. Bore is bright and sharp. Magazine has almost no wear. Box has very little wear from storage. Mechanics are excellent. 49829-75 BWS (500-1,000) – Lot 1526

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1527
$10,350.00
Revised: 9/14/2016

Please Note: The barrel length is 6″ not 8″.

*SPECTACULAR JOHN MARTZ 45 ACP NAVY MODEL STAINLESS STEEL LUGER.

SN 5919. Cal. 45 ACP. Masterfully made by John Martz. Bbl has 8″ stainless steel bbl with drift adjustable sight marked “45 ACP JVM” on bottom. Right side of frame is marked “Made in Germany”. Top of toggle with the Martz logo of “JVM” inside of a circle. Equipped with a slide adjustable Navy pattern rear sight adjustable to 200. Checkered grips made of highly figured dark walnut. Levers, trigger, and magazine release are straw finished. Balance of pistol is in a matte stainless steel polish. Estimated to be 25 or less of these Navy models produced. All internal parts numbered to match. Comes complete with spare magazine and factory paperwork. CONDITION: Overall no evidence of use other than possible test fire. No amount of distress has been found. A masterfully manufactured interpretation of the famed Navy Luger. 51034-1 TDW (3,500-6,500) – Lot 1527

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1528
$3,162.50
Revised: 10/3/2016

Please Note: There is no box or accessories included with this lot. (The box and accessories belong with lot number 1529.)

*◊ EXCEPTIONAL SIG P210-6 WITH BOX AND ACCESSORIES.

SN P64043. Cal. 9mm. Blue finish overall, single action operation, and 8-rnd capacity with 4-3/4″ bbl. Smooth walnut combat grips. Type -6 variation with fixed sights and gloss blue finish. Manufactured in 1981 for European sale with no retailer’s information on firearm. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Exceptional overall, with very slight finish wear at forward end of frame and heel of butt and showing very little actual use. Non-skid shooter’s tape has been applied to right grip handle but easily removed if one wished to do so. The SIG 210 is still considered the finest 9mm military handgun ever developed and while there are an abundance of former military and police variations for sale commercial variations such as this are not often offered. 49829-190 TDW (2,000-3,500) – Lot 1528

1529
$4,025.00
Revised: 10/3/2016

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*◊ EXCEPTIONALLY SCARCE SIG NEUHAUSEN P210-2 CALIBER 7.65 PARABELLUM.

SN C92096. Cal. 7.65 PARA. Exceptionally uncommon Sig Neuhausen Manufacture Model P210-2 factory chambered for the 7.65 PARA cartridge with 2-pc military pattern black checkered grips with fixed sights and 2-pc wood grooved target stocks. Packaged in its factory numbered shipping box with Swiss instruction manual and nicely not retailer marked for export. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine and near new, with little to no evidence of actual use. All orig finish remains and grips are as same like new. Spare wooden grips have had some styrofoam padding from the shipping box adhere to them but should easily clean off. Factory shipping box has both labels indicating SN and the 210-2 configuration. 49829-187 TDW (2,000-3,000) – Lot 1529

1530
$0.00

*VERY FINE WALTHER MODEL PPK RZM CALIBER 7.65 WITH HOLSTER.

SN 843677. Cal. 32 ACP. 3-1/4″ bbl with Crown N proofs on chamber and slide below ejection port. Left side of slide has traditional Walther banner with 2-line Walther address and caliber “7.65”. “Model PPK” with proper and correct “RZM” marking just forward of safety and serrations. Walther banner marked 1-pc wraparound mottled brown grips with very slight shrinkage at base and minor warp-age at top front. With both flat base and finger rest Walther banner magazines and is encased in a German date coded brown leather with white stitching holster dated “44”. CONDITION: Very fine overall, retaining virtually all of its high polish commercial blue with slight tarnishing on polished chamber and typical slight muzzle wear from holster use. Address, model markings and RZM markings are exceptionally clear with no distress. Right side of frame at SN has a slight scratch from top of frame to bottom of trigger guard. Front strap and trigger guard are excellent, retaining all of their finish. Bore and mechanics are excellent and crisp. Holster is very fine with tight stitching and leather still supple but in need of treatment. 51034-4 TDW (2,000-3,500) C&R – Lot 1530

1531
$2,012.50

*DESIRABLE WALTHER MODEL PPK CALIBER 32 WAFFENAMPT.

SN 270433K. Cal. 32. 3-1/4″ bbl. Commercial high polish blue finish with 1-pc brown wraparound Walther banner grips with lanyard attachment. Traditional Walther banner marking on left side of slide with 2-line Walther address and cal. “7.65” marked “MOD PPK” with German Waffenampt inspections Eagle “359” and commercial Eagle “N” proof on bbl and on slide just below ejection port. A mid wartime production Walther of commercial quality with flat base Walther banner markings with unusual cal. marking where 9mm has been over-stamped by the factory “7.65”. No German inspections are present on magazine. Proper and correct brown plastic Walther banner grips have typical very slight shrinkage and are very slightly warped at top as is so common on these grips. Grips, however, are intact and solid with no chipping. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with excellent bore and mechanics. Very slight finish loss on top of slide and on slide flats from apparent holster wear. Very slight edge wear on frame and trigger guard with several very minor scratches, one at SN area, and very slight discoloration over properly polished bbl chamber. 51034-3 TDW (1,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1531

1532
$4,600.00

*RARE WALTHER PP PERSIAN CONTRACT WITH HOLSTER.

SN 120053P. Cal. 380. One of the rarest of Walther’s PP’s is the Persian contract. This gun has the magazine release on the bottom of the frame as opposed to the traditional push-button magazine release. The Walther Banner and typical slide markings are on the right side of the slide as opposed to the left. This is the only Walther PP done this way. This was to facilitate for the Persian Pahlavi crowned lion crest surrounded by Persian inscription. 2-pc Walther Banner black plastic grips with both Walther magazines, one flat base, the other with finger rest. Housed in a Persian PP Walther holster. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with very slight finish loss at muzzle end of slide from holster use. Typical edge wear from light carry and finish on front and rear straps is thinning. Bore and mechanics are sharp and crisp. Exceptionally rare and rarely encountered, this is one of the finest examples I have ever seen. Holster reddish heavy grained leather with white cotton stitching is in the pattern of a two-thirds scale Luger holster. Inside of holster has strong witness mark indicating this gun has lived in this holster for quite some time. 51044-1 TDW (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 1532

1533
$3,499.45

*EXTRAORDINARY WALTHER ARMY ISSUE H.P. “HEERES PISTOL”.

SN 12588. Cal. 9mm. 5″ bbl. High polish Walther blue finish overall with correct early dark brown 2-pc Bakalite grips. Both Eagle N proofed and Eagle 359 German inspection are found on the slide. “35” is evident on left side of frame and back of magazine in accordance with Warren Buxton’s book “Walther p38 Vol. 3”. Early slide marking with Walther in banner with model designation “Mod HP”. CONDITION: As new. Slight traces of finish loss on very edges of magazine latch, rear corners of trigger from being pulled, and on hammer from operation. Otherwise, near un-fired condition. Bore and mechanics are obviously excellent. Bakalite grips are equally as fine with no chips, abrasions, or material loss. Would be exceptionally difficult to improve upon. 50926-1 TDW (3,500-7,000) C&R – Lot 1533

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1534
$3,450.00

*◊ SUPERB COMMERCIAL WALTHER P-38 TARGET SPORT MODEL.

SN 817N. Cal. 9mm. Deep commercial high polish blue finish overall with 4″ bbl and steel frame. Target sport model consisting of adjustable trigger with wide spur commercial target hammer. Adjustable front and rear sights with extended rear backstrap to facilitate the 2-pc rosewood smooth target stocks. Date coded and proofed “1973” with no retailer’s name or address on pistol. Traditional 8-rnd magazine. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall, with very slight traces of edge wear. Bore and mechanics are excellent. Grips are very fine with no cracks, chips or material loss. An extremely fine commercial Walther pistol. 49829-182 TDW (1,500-2,500) – Lot 1534

1535
$1,150.00

*EXCEPTIONAL MAUSER CODE BYF 44 P-38 PISTOL.

SN 3741A. Cal. 9mm. 5″ bbl. “BYF 44” stacked date with “Eagle WaA 135” German proofs. Period black plastic grips. Matching numbers throughout. Relatively late production P-38 but still of good fit and finish. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with minor edge wear on crowns of slide and edge of muzzle. Very minor finish loss on front strap of grip. Excellent bore with very good mechanics. Period “Eagle 88” inspected mag. A very fine example overall. 50631-2 TDW (1,000-2,500) C&R – Lot 1535

1536
$2,012.50

*SUPERB GERMAN MANUFACTURED POLISH RADOM SLOTTED FOR STOCK.

SN A9027. Cal. 9mm. Early high polish blue finish overall with German inspection “WaA77” located on slide and frame. Slide is marked “F.B.RADOM vis Mod.35.Pat.Nr15567” with German Waffenampt. Triple latch variation with de-cocker, slide stop and takedown latch. Early model slotted for detachable shoulder stock. After detailed disassembly, all numbered parts are found to be matching. 2-pc black plastic checkered grips with the “F.B.” monogram in center and proper non-inspected Radom magazines. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection, ex Jack Whitaker SR. CONDITION: Very fine “A” Series Polish Radom, with very slight finish wear at muzzle from holster and front of frame from holster use. Right side of slide between ejection port and muzzle is a section of finish loss that cannot be explained. Light finish loss on front right side of grip strap. Bore and mechanics are excellent with all markings crisp and discernible. Grips are superb with no cracks or serious wear. Slotted triple latch Radom’s are difficult to obtain in prime condition. 51036-24 TDW (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1536

1537
$0.00

*FINE ARGENTINE MODEL 1937 BALLESTER MOLINA POLICIA FEDERAL.

SN 60200. Cal. 11.25mm/45 ACP. Federal police contract Argentine Model 1937 Ballester Molina. Manufactured by Hafdasa in Argentina for military and police use. These are a modified Colt 1911 design. Left side of slide has traditional 2-line address of Ballester Molina. Right side of slide has traditional Argentine crest and is marked “Policia Federal”. 2-pc walnut grips with full length striations. Serial numbered at back of receiver “60200”. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection, ex Alex Chauffe SR. CONDITION: Very good overall, with much finish remaining. Slide finish has turned somewhat plum with good sharp markings. Front and back strap have both turned somewhat dove grey. Grips are very good with minor scratches and darkening but applicable to age. Small importation marking on bottom of frame “CENTURY ARMS INC., ST. ALBANS, VT”. Magazine is not numbered to gun. 51036-15 TDW (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1537

1538
$1,150.00

*SUPERB ITALIAN GLISENTI MODEL 1910.

SN 0170. Cal. 9mm Glisenti. Model 1910 with 3-3/4″ bbl and 2-pc checkered walnut grips and proper nickel plated Glisenti magazine. Maker marked on right hand side “FAB 1910”. Blue finish overall with cross checkered frontstrap and nickel finish bolt and trigger. Used by the Kingdom of Italy in both World War I and II and was officially taken out of service by the adoption of the Beretta of 1934. CONDITION: Exceptional condition overall. Excellent bore and mechanics. Most blue finish remains. Grips are excellent with sharp checkering and one small spot of distress in right grip. Most all nickel remains on trigger, bolt, charging handle and safety. Exceptional Brescia crest on receiver top. An exceptionally fine example. 51028-9 TDW (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 1538

1539
$2,012.50

*SCARCE AND DESIRABLE GERMAN 33/40 MOUNTAIN CARBINE DATED 1940.

SN 5829B. Cal. 8mm. German Code 945 manufactured by Waffenwerke Bruenn Brno Czechoslovakia. 19″ bbl. 39″ overall with early all milled components. Appears all matching with the exception of bolt. Stock has had a slight coat of finish applied but appears to be unsanded as all German proofs and inspection numbers are sharp and very legible. The 33/40 Mountain Carbine was one of the most treasured souvenirs of allied forces and most were modified into hunting rifles post-war. Orig configuration specimens are uncommon. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with most blue finish remaining with typical wear and finish loss at high points. Bore and mechanics are excellent. Stock is very fine with all markings evident with only minor nicks, scratches and period bumps and bruises. Buttplate and side heel plate have very minor period corrosion which is typical of this rifle. 51034-24 TDW (1,000-2,500) C&R – Lot 1539

1540
$2,012.50

*EXCEPTIONAL DANISH BMR M1 GARAND RIFLE MANUFACTURED BY BREDA ITALY.

SN 2288. Cal. 30-06. 24″ Breda bbl dated 1954. Dull gray military phosphate finish overall with 3-pc walnut stocks. Traditional Italian copy of the M1 Garand rifle of WWII fame. Manufactured in Italy for use by the Danish Military. Appropriate Danish inspected sling. Internal components are of Breda manufacture including trigger group and bolt. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Exceptional overall with most finish remaining with slight loss on bolt and external high points. Stock has typical semi-commercial finish and is in very fine condition with typical handling marks and small abrasions. Sling is Danish Military marked and in fine condition. 50909-11 TDW (800-1,500) C&R – Lot 1540

1541
$0.00

*VIETNAM TROPHY RIFLE MOUNTED ON PLAQUE CHINESE TYPE-53 CARBINE IDENTIFIED TO NAVAL ADMIRAL.

SN K0038. Vietnam bring-back or trophy rifle Chinese Type-53 manufactured in 1960, cal. 762 by X 54R. Mounted on what appears to be an in country made display frame with materials dated January 1966. Plaque is engraved “Presented to Captain Earl Frank Rectanus, Comnavforc-N-2 by Commander Nguyen-Van-Tan dated 2-6-1969.” Captain Rectanus later in his career retired as Vice Admiral, having served his country in World War II, Persian Gulf, and Vietnam, with his passing in 2009. A unique Vietnam presentation bring-back. CONDITION: Quite fine overall for a rifle that served in the jungles of Southeast Asia. All exterior metal components are plum brown with an even patina. Handguard has crack in top and stocks have been period brown painted which is fairly common for bring-back rifles. Rifle is complete and functioning and is mounted utilizing two simple screws through the sling slots of stock with no modification to rifle. 51059-1 TDW (2,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 1541

1542
$8,050.00

**EXCELLENT SWISS SIG-AMT .308 RIFLE WITH ACCESSORIES.

SN 16228. Cal. 308. 18-3/4″ bbl. Wood furniture, folding bi-pod, semi-automatic rifle with 10 and 20 rnd mags, with detachable scope mount. Finest Swiss quality winter folding trigger assembly, with flash hider. Has orig Sig owners manual. CONDITION: Superb overall with little evidence of use. Bore and mechanics are excellent. Several very minor blemishes in wood stock from storage. Both 10 and 20 rnd mags are excellent with no damage or dents. Detachable scope mount has Weaver compatible 1″ rings. One of the finest paramilitary rifle’s ever sold. 50274-1 TDW (2,500-6,000) – Lot 1542

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1543
$3,450.00

*SUPERB MODEL 1903 SPRINGFIELD SNIPER RIFLE ATTRIBUTED TO UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS.

SN 678231. Cal. 30 ODD 6. Model 1903 Springfield rifle mounted with Marine Corps issue modified Winchester A5 scope utilizing Mann tapered bases. Mann type Marine Corps issued special click adjustment elevation and windage drums and a spring-loaded plunger directly beneath the two. Scope is complete with its Marine Corps identified carrying care identified to “Private M. H. Van Camp of Company M 13 Regiment, United States Marines”. Rifle has Marine Corps modified handguard to facilitate the Mann scope mounting blocks. Rifle is listed in the SN range as other rifles shipped with the telescopic sight according to Springfield Research Service. Scope and case are as pictured on p. 46 of The Complete Book of U.S. Sniping by Peter R. Senich. 1-pc walnut stock with inspector’s cartouch on left side. Dual reinforcing pins and finger grooves. Deep dish sight adjustment knobs with all milled components, i.e., trigger guard, bbl band, bayonet lug and buttplate. Bore and mechanics are excellent and is complete with its World War I cleaning kit in butt. Also, with “1918” dated 2-pc leather military sling. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with much blue remaining on scope, bases, sights, bbl and trigger guard assembly. Receiver has faded as is common with double heat treated Springfield receivers. Wood is very good with typical period wear, moderate bruising from storage and use. Scope is exceptionally fine with relatively clear optics and properly functioning adjustments. Leather case is still very fine with all stitching being solid. Internal label to Private Van Camp is still very legible and inked writing on top identifying him as Corporal Van Camp is very legible. Strap is very strong. Case has no serious stress or material loss. 51028-6 TDW (7,500-10,000) C&R – Lot 1543

1544
$2,587.50

*EXCEPTIONAL REMINGTON MODEL 1903-A4 SNIPER RIFLE WITH M-84 SCOPE.

SN 3415421. Cal. 30 ODD 6. Remington Model 1903-A4 with Remington dated 1743 bbl with blue finished bans, hand guard retaining, extractor, trigger and trigger guard, swivels and buttplate. Balance of finish is correct World War II grey green Parkerized finish. Blue finished M84 rifle scope with correct rubber eye cup mounted in proper phosphate finished rings and redfield marked base. 1-pc walnut A4 pistol grip stock inspected “RA” for Remington Arms Inspected by FJA (Frank J. Attwood). Resinspected at Benecia Arsenal probably at time of upgrade from M73 B1 scope to the post World War II M84 rifle scope used through the Korean Conflict into the early stages of the Vietnam War. Accompanied with Korean War era web sling. CONDITION: Exceptional overall with bright shiny bore, crystal clear optics and crisp mechanics.Walnut stock and hand guard show typical light use and very minor bruising from storage, however, all inspector’s and sub-inspector’s marks are present and clear. 51028-7 TDW (3,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1544

1545
$2,300.00

*VERY FINE SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1903 A1 NATIONAL MATCH RIFLE.

SN 1314320. Cal. 30-06. Receiver manufactured 1929, bbl 6/31 with star gauge match bbl. Constructed in National Match configuration with late pattern pistol grip stock, Type 3 handguard, and deep dish sight knobs and National Match deep checkered buttplate equipped with “1918” dated 2-pc military rifle sling. CONDITION: Excellent as refinished. Bbl action has been at some earlier date arsenal-refinished with all markings sharp and legible. National Match pistol grip stock has been slightly modified at bolt handle which is not evident when bolt is closed. Stock and handguard are excellent with no indication of refinish or repair. Bore and mechanics are excellent. Star gauge marking on muzzle is crisp. 50994-22 TDW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1545

1546
$2,185.00

*SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1903 RIFLE WITH STAR GAUGED BARREL.

SN 1266687. Cal. 30-06. 24″ bbl dated 7-25. Dark phosphate finished bbl action and components. Two pin finger groove straight gripped walnut stock. Type-3 hand guard with flat sight adjustment knobs. Strong “DAL” cartouche in stock with heavily checkered match buttplate. Strong star gauge proof on muzzle and polished bright rear sight elevator. CONDITION: Exceptional overall with most all orig finish remaining with only moderate loss at front sight from sight cover use, slight edge wear on buttplate and high points of swivels and bayonet lug. Rifle has a very pleasant coating of dried oil and is in wonderfully uncleaned preservation. 50274-2 TDW (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1546

1547
$2,645.00

*EXCEPTIONAL U.S. SPRINGFIELD 1903 NRA SALES RIFLE.

SN 620870. Cal. 30-06. 24″ Springfield 12-15 dated bbl. Deep arsenal blue finish overall with case colored mag cutoff and checkered buttplate. Single pin finger groove “JSA” (J. Sumner Adams) inspected stock. Correct type-2 hand guard with deep dish sight adjustment knobs. Strong NRA with ordnance bomb markings on trigger guard. With period undated 1905 pattern leather sling. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Exceptional overall, with bright bore and crisp mechanics. Stock finish is exceptional with typical light nicks and dings as to be expected. Hand guard has a virtually indiscernible repair. NRA sales rifles were only available for 3 years and were typically hard used, this fine example is the exception. 50909-15 TDW (1,800-2,800) C&R – Lot 1547

1548
$690.00

*VERY FINE U.S. MODEL 1903 SPRINGFIELD MANUFACTURED IN 1927.

SN 1274888. Cal. 30 ODD 60. U.S. Model 1903 Springfield with exceptional SA SPG cartouches finger groove stock with 2 reinforcing and type 2 hand guard. Bbl marked “SA 6-27”. Checkered buttplate with all milled furniture including swivels, trigger guard, barrel bands, bayonet lug and buttplate. Deep dish sight adjustment knobs for windage and elevation and bright polish rear sight. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with bright shiny bore and crisp mechanics. Most 1920’s dark blackish Parkerizing remains. Typical stock wear as to be expected at wrists and finger groove areas with period light bruising on hand guard towards muzzle. Cartouches are lightly worn but very evident and discernible. A very nice post World War I 1903 Springfield. 51028-8 TDW (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 1548

1549
$2,300.00

*EXCEPTIONAL SPRINGFIELD ARMORY 1922 M-2.

SN 16617. Cal. 22 LR. 24″ bbl marked “SA 5-42”. Gray/green phosphate finish on bbl action assembly and trigger assembly. Finger groove walnut M-2 marked stock with solid checkered buttplate. Correct Lyman micrometer receiver sight. Numbers matching appropriate M-2 marked bolt. Accompanied with 1944 dated M-1 sling with flat buckle. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall with most all Parkerized finish remaining with typical loss at muzzle and front sight with small amount of wear on edges of trigger assembly and high points of receiver. Wood is exceptional and nicely marked M-2 and has the manufacturers drawing number. Lyman micrometer sight is near new condition. Bore and mechanics are fine. 50909-14 TDW (1,200-2,000) C&R – Lot 1549

1550
$2,587.50

*VERY FINE U.S. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1922 M1.

SN 20425. Cal. 22LR. 24″ bbl dated “2-31”. Blue finish overall with 5-rnd 1922 M1 pattern magazine. 1-pc walnut stock with no reinforcement pins. Lyman receiver sight on rear with Lyman 17A front target sight. NRA pattern steel checkered buttplate with military sling swivels. Early 1922 M1 pattern bolt without cocking knob. CONDITION: Very fine as refinished with receiver and bbl drilled and tapped for period rifle scope. 1-pc walnut stock has been professionally refinished. Bore and mechanics are excellent. Sold by The Division of Civilian Marksmanship in 1936 and shipped with NRA pattern buttplate as per Summary of D.C.M. Rifle Sales 1922- 1942. 50982-5 TDW (1,000-2,000) C&R – Lot 1550

1551
$2,012.50

*VERY FINE U.S. SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1922 M1.

SN 20329. Cal. 22LR. 24″ bbl. Blue finish overall with 1-pc walnut stock without any reinforcing pins. NRA steel checkered buttplate, 5-shot detachable magazine with Lyman receiver sight and early 1922 M1 pattern bolt without cocking knob. Traditional 1903 pattern blade front sight with military pattern swivels. Bbl dated “11-31”. CONDITION: Excellent as refinished. Receiver and bbl have been drilled and tapped for period scope use. Stock has been finely refinished. Bore and mechanics are excellent. Shipped 1934 by Division of Civilian Marksmanship with NRA pattern buttplate as per Summary of D.C.M. RIFLE SALES 1922-1942. 50982-4 TDW (1,000-2,000) C&R – Lot 1551

1552
$1,725.00

*PRISTINE U.S.M.C. PROPERTY MODEL 65 H & R REISING .22 WITH BOX.

SN 7803. Cal. 22 LR. 22″ bbl. Gray phosphate Parkerized finish overall. American walnut stock. Purchased by U.S.M.C. for training use, this 10 shot .22 rifle was to emulate the M1 Garand rifle for training purposes. Complete with its numbers matching shipping box. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: As new with no visible signs of use. All packaging and box dated 1959 with strong label, complete with 1 mag. 50909-9 TDW (800-1,600) C&R – Lot 1552

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1553
$2,127.50

*HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON U.S. MODEL MC-58 AUTO LOADING RIFLE.

SN 9425. Cal. 22LR. 23″ Bbl. Blade front sight with side guards. Redfield receiver rear sight. Ten shot detachable magazine. Parkerized metal finish. Oil finished pistol grip walnut stock with sling swivels and steel buttplate. Front of pistol grip has stars over eagle firing proof. Accessories in foil pouches consist of Boyt no. SL 1-K military leather sling and sealed pouch containing 2 mags, 1 extractor and 1 firing pin. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Bbl and action retain very good matte parkerized finish showing few light scuffs. Very good bore. Stock has good orig finish showing scattered handling marks with 3 indentations along right side. 50909-10 DS (600-1,200) C&R – Lot 1553

1554
$1,150.00

*STEVENS MODEL 620 U.S. INSPECTED TRENCH GUN.

SN 21334. Cal. 12 ga. Grey green Parkerized. Stevens 620 trench gun with ventilated handguard. 20″ bbl with non-checkered walnut stocks with P proof and ordinance bomb on chamber of bbl and left side of receiver. Marked “Model 620” on left side of receiver opposite magazine well. “U.S.” marked on left side of receiver above trigger guard. Stock marked “U.S. Gov’t Property” on left hand side with small circular ordinance property mark. 18-hole “W” marked bbl shroud and bayonet lug. Attached is M1 pattern canvas sling with buckle having reinforcement rib. CONDITION: Very good as refinished and upgraded. Most later applied Parkerized finish remain with slight finish loss at muzzle and on magazine tube from slide operation. The W marked bbl shroud has been heavily refinished with Winchester markings having been removed. Shroud attaching screws are heavily nickel plated and small amounts of pitting exist under Parkerized finish on receiver. Under close inspection, one finds the orig front sight hole in bbl that has been professionally filled. Wood stocks are very fine with proper butt swivel and excellent buttplate. A very small import marking is evident on back right of receiver stating “Fed.Ord.Ind, El Monte, CA”. 51059-2 TDW (1,000-2,000) C&R – Lot 1554

1555
$4,312.50

*VERY FINE MODEL 1941 JOHNSON RIFLE.

SN 8018. Cal. 30-06. 22″ bbl dated 1941. Early production with matte blue phosphate finish. 2-pc walnut stocks. Primarily issued to Marine Corps for Pacific theater use. CONDITION: Very good overall with a fine bore and mechanics. Very nice early example with pleasant 2-pc walnut stocks with numerous light dings and blemishes consistent with its age. Most metal finish remains, with typical thinning on mag. 50371-1 TDW (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1555

1556
$4,025.00

*PRIME JOHNSON MODEL 1941 AUTOMATIC RIFLE.

SN B6078. Cal. 30-06. 22″ bbl. Dark blue finish overall with bright bolt. 2-pc walnut stocks “B” series with bbl dated 41. Manufactured by Cranston Arms Co. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall with virtually all metal finish remaining. 2-pc walnut stocks are very fine but have had an additional coating of finish applied at an earlier date. Excellent bore and mechanics. A very fine example of one of Americas less common weapons of WWII. 50874-1 TDW (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1556

1557
$2,587.50

*VERY FINE U.S. SPRINGFIELD M1-D RIFLE.

SN 3049008. Cal. 30-06. 24″ bbl. Traditional M1-D sniper rifle with M84 telescope, complete with rubber eye cup. Bbl dated 8/52. Springfield manufactured internal parts as well as bolt, op rod and gas assembly. Correct walnut stock, leather cheek piece, 50’s dated military web sling and proper re-inspections at pistol grip. Complete with proper M-2 flash hider. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Exceptional overall as re-issued, optics bright and clear, sunshade and adjustments function properly. Bore and mechanics are bright and crisp. Arsenal gray/green Parkerized finish is excellent with only traces of edge wear as to be expected. Web sling and leather cheek rest in very fine condition. Very fine example overall. 50909-4 TDW (1,800-2,800) C&R – Lot 1557

1558
$2,070.00

*FINE WINCHESTER M1-D SNIPER RIFLE.

SN 1372440. Cal. 30-06. 24″ bbl. Deep gray/green phosphate finish overall with Springfield trigger group and internal components, with Winchester marked bolt. Arsenal mounted M82 telescope with single post reticle sight. Period canvas military sling with leather cheek rest. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Very fine overall as arsenal reissue. Exterior phosphate finish is very good with most remaining and only loss on high points. M82 telescope has clear optics with properly functioning adjustments. Walnut stocks are very good with a minor arsenal repair on left side below receiver, nicely “P” proof inspected. Bore and mechanics are excellent and crisp. 50909-13 TDW (2,000-2,500) C&R – Lot 1558

1559
$1,150.00

*EXCEPTIONAL SPRINGFIELD M1 GARAND RIFLE.

SN 3037786. Cal. .30-06. 24″ Springfield bbl dated 7-44. Gray/green armory phosphate finish with correct early components including solid pin, square uncut op rod, long recoil spring guide, single slot gas plug and authentic locking bar sight. “SA / GAW” cartouche with ordnance wheel on stock with matching hand guards, accompanied by correct Boyt 44 dated leather sling. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Exceptional overall with most finish remaining on metal. Very fine wood stocks having strong and visible cartouche and proofs. Bore and mechanics are excellent. A very pleasant and correct wartime M1 Garand. 50909-1 TDW (2,000-3,500) C&R – Lot 1559

1560
$2,875.00

*UNISSUED HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON M1 GARAND RIFLE.

SN 5628693. Cal. 30-06. 24″ bbl. Early 1950s gray phosphate finish on most all parts with exception of black anodized gas system. 3-pc walnut stocks with defense acceptance stamped cartouche. MILSCO, 1944 dated leather sling. “HRA” marked and dated bbl 5-55. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Unbelievably fine unissued condition. All metal surfaces still retain the fine crystallization from when first finished. Chamber and bolt face show no use after being proof fired. Walnut stocks are near perfect with only the slightest of handling marks, but have yet to ever been oiled or cleaned in any way. Rifle sling is as new as it gets and could not be improved upon. This example is literally a time capsule of condition. 50909-7 TDW (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1560

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1561
$3,450.00

*EXCEPTIONAL WINCHESTER M1 GARAND RIFLE.

SN 1629887. Cal. 30-06. 24″ Winchester bbl. Light gray/green phosphate finish overall with proper and correct Winchester internal components and trigger guard assembly. Proper square cut Winchester op rod and bolt. 3-pc walnut stocks “WRA / GHD” (Guy H. Drewry) inspector mark. With authentic period locking bar sight and G.I. canvas sling. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Very fine as observed with excellent bore and mechanics. Exterior metal finish thinning from age. Walnut stocks are very fine with age appropriate nicks and abrasions. Wonderfully sharp cartouches and inspectors marks. A very attractive and consistent rifle. 50909-12 TDW (1,500-3,000) C&R – Lot 1561

1562
$1,380.00

*VERY FINE H & R ARMS M1 GARAND RIFLE.

SN 5604846. Cal. 30-06. 24″ HRA bbl dated 4-55. Late dark gray phosphate finish covering most all metal components with properly blackened gas assembly. HRA manufactured internal components with proper HRA trigger group assembly and bolt. 3-pc properly inspected walnut stock set. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall with consistent pleasing appearance. Most all phosphate finish remains with slight loss at typical high points and edges. 3-pc walnut stocks are very fine with strong acceptance proofs and cartouche, minor nicks and abrasion consistent with age. 50909-6 TDW (1,500-2,000) C&R – Lot 1562

1563
$2,587.50

*VERY FINE SPRINGFIELD M1 GARAND RIFLE.

SN 3420516. Cal. 30-06. 24″ Springfield bbl dated 1/45. 3-pc walnut stock with “SA / GAW” (G.A. Woody) inspector mark. Springfield internal components, trigger guard and bolt, unmodified square cut op rod with proper long spring guide. Solid pin, proper late poppet gas plug with locking bar rear sight. With period canvas sling. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Exceptional overall as found with virtually all phosphate finish remaining, near perfect bore and mechanics. Crisp cartouches with exceptionally fine stocks. Truly a very fine example. 50909-3 TDW (1,500-3,000) C&R – Lot 1563

1564
$1,725.00

*VERY FINE SPRINGFIELD LEND/LEASE M1 GARAND RIFLE.

SN 525389. Cal. .30-06. 24″ British proofed 1942 bbl. Manufactured 1942. With “SA / GHS” cartouche, milled bbl bands, solid pin, front sight adjustment cover intact, unmodified square cut op rod with long spring guide, and single slot gas plug. Walnut hand guard has visible traces of lend/lease painted stripe. With undated 1905 pattern leather sling. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Very fine overall and remains in its proper WWII lend/lease configuration. Excellent bore and mechanics, with most all period Parkerized finish remaining with wear on high points and buttplate. Wood is very fine with typical handling marks and abrasions from use. Sling is serviceable and well oiled. 50909-2 TDW (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1564

1565
$1,437.50

*VERY FINE WWII SPRINGFIELD M-1 GARAND RIFLE.

SN 519635. Cal. 30-06. 24″ Springfield bbl. Mid war gray/green Parkerized finish covering all metal with exception of gas assembly. 3-pc stock set with appropriate “SA / GHS” cartouche and ordnance wheel. British proof marks visible on bbl when charging handle in rear position indicating this was a lend-lease rifle. Retains all early components including locking bar rear sight, square uncut op rod, long recoil spring guide, straight front sight with sight screw cover. Milled stock bands with solid pin. Accompanied with pre-war cleaning kit/oiler. CONDITION: Exceptional overall for an authentic WWII M-1 Garand rifle that saw service. Exterior phosphate finish is very good with slight wear at high points as to be expected. Stocks are very good with no cracks or breaks, with small indentations from soldiers seating cartridges in their 8-rnd clips. Remnants of anodized finish on gas system. 50274-3 TDW (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1565

1566
$2,012.50

*SUPERB M1 GARAND RIFLE BY INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER.

SN 5153976. Cal. 30-06. 24″ LMR bbl dated 2-54. 3-pc “IHC” inspected stocks with dark gray military phosphate finish overall. “IHC” internal components as well as trigger group, op rod and bolt. Accompanied with late canvass sling. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Very fine overall with most all military phosphate finish remaining on metal. Excellent bore and mechanics. Very fine walnut stocks with period inspectors marks and proofs. 50909-8 TDW (1,200-2,000) C&R – Lot 1566

1567
$0.00

Please Note: Not marked “T-3” on rear sight base.

*FINE ASSEMBLED T-3 CARBINE.

SN 4924784. Cal. 30 Carb. 18″ bbl dated 4-44. Dark late war phosphate finish on metal components. “IO” marked buttstock with 4 rivet M3 hand guard. Full length unmarked M3 sniper scope mounting bar, with M3 flash hider and undated late war carbine sling and oiler. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Very fine overall with most dark phosphate finish remaining. Excellent bore and mechanics. Stock has had a minor coat of additional finish applied at earlier date. M3 flash hider is very fine condition with most all of its nice gray/green phosphate finish. 50909-5 TDW (2,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 1567

1568
$1,725.00

*EXCEPTIONAL STANDARD PRODUCTS M1 CARBINE FROM WORLD WAR II.

SN 2058001. Cal. 30 M1. Flip sight mounted. Std. Pro. M1 carbine with proper “UNDERWOOD 10-43” dated bbl. 2-rivet S-HB marked hand guard. Type 1 bbl band. S inside of circle marked charging handle with flat bolt marked “52S” on receiver lug with push button safety and blank magazine release mounted in trigger group marked “BE-B”. Recoil lug marked Standard Products in high wood “SJ” marked stock with prominent ordinance wheel inspection. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Excellent bore and mechanics with most grey green Parkerized finish remaining. Typical light handling marks in wood stock and hand guard accompanied by an extremely fine undated World War II sling and oiler. 51028-10 TDW (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 1568

1569
$2,875.00

LOT OF THREE U.S. MILITARY SCOPES, TWO SNIPER, ONE NIGHT VISION.

1) SN 44793, M-82 Telescope with Danish property markings, rubber eye cup and sunshade, in shipping envelope. 2) SN 47859, M-84 Telescope with sunshade and eye cup, accompanied by proper carrying case. 3) ANPVS-4 Night Vision sight, has with it double “A” battery conversion, instruction manuals and hard-case. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: 1) As new with faint trace of ring mount lines surrounding the Danish property marks. Optics are clear with single post reticle and properly functioning windage and elevation adjustments. Rubber eye cup is soft and supple. 2) Extremely fine with slight finish loss on tube from scope mount. Optics are clear with traditional M-84 reticle. Eye cup is still soft and supple, sunshade functions properly as do windage and elevation adjustments. 3) Very fine overall showing very little traces of use. Consignor states has been function tested for use in low light conditions. 50909-17 TDW (2,500-4,000) – Lot 1569

1570
$2,875.00

EXCEPTIONALLY FINE U.S. MODEL 1898-KRAG BOWIE EXPERIMENTAL BAYONET.

9″ Bowie blade dated 1900 with U.S. on ricasso. 13-5/8″ overall with 2-pc walnut grip scales. Proper and correct steel scabbard. Was developed to be used as a bayonet fighting knife and tool. The project was a miserable failure and most were later modified and/or destroyed. PROVENANCE: Ex-Robert Howard Collection. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall, retaining most of its armory bright polish with a very minor amount of period staining on blade. Grips are excellent with no cracks or distress. Scabbard is exceptional as well with several small areas of finish loss consistent with age and storage. A very scarce and rarely found U.S. bayonet. 50671-2 TDW (2,500-3,500) – Lot 1570

1571
$3,450.00

*PRISTINE MBA GYROJET MARK 1 ROCKET CARBINE.

SN B0069. Cal. 13mm. SN B0069 manufactured by MB Associates. Introduced in the mid-1960’s. 18″ bbl. 2-pc walnut stocks with walnut 2-pc grips. High rise sights. Internal magazine holding an estimated 6 rnds. A marvelous attempt at advanced firearms technology. CONDITION: As new. Shows very light handling marks with several very light scratches in the walnut stock that are virtually indiscernible. 51038-3 TDW (1,500-2,500) – Lot 1571

1572
$10,350.00

**FINNISH LAHTI 20MM SEMIAUTOMATIC ANTI-TANK RIFLE (DESTRUCTIVE DEVICE).

SN 1609. Cal. 20mm. Matching numbered excellent and complete specimen of the well-known anti-tank rifle in its orig fitted wooden carrying chest. Immediately recognizable when employed with its skis, this is a very impressive looking anti-tank system whose design dates back to the 1930’s. In addition to the gun itself which includes its large muzzle break are eight 10-round magazines complete in 4 metal storage chests, a complete armorer’s kit, a cleaning kit, and six orig rounds of ammunition wrapped up in 1965 newspaper. One of the distinctive features of this anti-tank gun is its wooden barrel cooling jacket forward of the front sight. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish extremely fine with some very light surface corrosion to orig finish which should clean up. The wooden cooling jacket is near excellent. Armorers kit and tools in extremely fine condition. Bore is coated in grease. Wood lined mag cans in excellent condition as are the mags. Action moves smoothly when operated by hand. This weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or form 4 under the classification Destructive Device (DD). This specimen has been in storage with its previous owner for decades. Ammunition is somewhat tarnished from storage but otherwise are an impressive reminder of the fire power capability of this weapon. Any person considering shooting one of these should contact someone well versed and trained in its use as they should when shooting any firearm. A very impressive historical weapon from the second World War for which ammunition can be found as it was imported in significant quantities and sold in the early 1960’s. 50928-1 JWK79 (5,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 1572

1573
$2,875.00

*FANTASTIC FUN BELT FED LAKESIDE MACHINE RAZORBACK .22 UPPER ON DELAWARE AR-15 LOWER.

SN R000404. Cal. 22 LR 16 1/2″ bbl. High quality Razorback .22 LR Belt-fed upper Rimfire Feed Sysytem assembly on a Delaware Machine Semi-Automatic AR-15 lower. This gun includes one 50 rnd .22 LR cloth belt, and two spare firing pins as well as the original Lakeside Machine Operator’s manual. Standard slide-on Peep rear and post front sights and a Bipod complete this package. This is a simple removable barrel system which fits onto either an AR-15 Semi-Auto OR a registered fully automatic lower assembly. It only takes a few minutes to change your .223 into a .22 Rimfire. CONDITION: All aspects of appearance and finish are simply outstanding. There is some slight brassing to the finish where the bipod swivels, but otherwise both the upper and lower retain almost all of their original finish. Bore is excellent, shiny and bright. Action is smooth. These are highly sought after by both Semi-Auto and Full-Auto enthusiasts. Pretty hard to upgrade the condition of this set-up. 51084-1 JWK83 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1573

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1574
$8,625.00

**SAVAGE LEWIS MACHINE GUN WITH BSA LEWIS 1914 PARTS (CURIO & RELIC IN-ACTIVATED DEWAT).

SN A169. Cal. 303. 26-3/4″ bbl. Receiver is marked “SAVAGE-LEWIS MACHINE GUN MFG BY SAVAGE ARMS CO. UTICA. N.Y. U.S.A.” However, receiver cover is B.S.A. marked and this is what appears on registration form. This can be requested correction upon transfer. Orig USN number 783 is struck through. Bbl and shroud assembly simply marked A169. Receiver cover marked “Lewis Auto Gun Model 1914″ with Birmingham Small Arms Mfg markings and struck through numbers with A299. Clamp on Mark III bipod included as well as one 47 round .303 pan mag and one spare .303 bolt. Bolt in gun is frozen in place without external evidence of weld; chamber has been welded shut and weld completely covers chamber and bbl area onto receiver. Wooden buttstock present but needs to be fitted to receiver, and is serviceable with cracked top piece 3-1/4″ long at heel, crack at the receiver end is 2-1/2″ long and anther 5-1/2” long crack parallel to toe line. No mainspring present. Transit chest indicates it was in possession of “Interarm Co.” and was part of a shipment of 843 units. Action is frozen in the rear position, unable to inspect condition of operating rod or bore. This weapon has been de-activated and is non-functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 5 as Curio & Relic eligible as a de-activated tax-exempt transfer. This weapon may be re-activated on an ATF form 1 upon application and approval by BATF. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is fair to good with orig finish turning a gray patina with areas of brown corrosion. Wood is serviceable but cracked in places with moderate dings and handling marks. Both bolt within gun and spare bolt has intact bolt face with bolt within gun moderately pitted. Unable to determine condition of bore or operating rod. Transit chest lid partially detached from hinges, wooden cleaning rod present within lid. Exterior is significantly gouged and dinged but could be restored to a completely serviceable condition. As with all .303 weapons, there has been a renewed interest in shooting them, with the recent increased availability of ammunition. With the appropriate expertise and parts this weapon could be restored to a firing condition. Lewis guns are a lot of fun to shoot and was the preferred light machine gun of both sides during WWI. 50727-1 JWK48 (4,500-8,000) C&R – Lot 1574

1575
$3,450.00

**CHAUCHAT MODEL 1915 MACHINE GUN (CURIO & RELIC DEWAT).

SN IRS-3056A. Cal. 8mm Lebel. 21″ bbl with flash hider. “Finish S.A.” initials are on left side of receiver in addition to typical C.S.R.G. that stand for Chauchat, Sutter, Ribeyrolles and Gladiator (which are the manufacturers). This design was rushed into production in 1915 due to the perceived immediate need for an automatic rifle following the opening of WWI. Eventually, over 244,000 were manufactured by 1918 in 8mm Lebel. This is a slow firing machine gun with a long recoil travel making it difficult to control when prone and behind the gun. Arguably it is more effective in it’s intended role of providing walking fire while troops were advancing. One orig mag included. This specimen has been de-activated by having the chamber welded shut, with the weld covering all the chamber mouth and onto the receiver, including welding the bolt carrier to the receiver. The bolt is frozen in place. Detent lever, mag release & safety/selector all move properly. Firing mechanism is frozen in place with bolt face 1″ back from chamber with a build up of weld on face. This weapon is de-activated and non-functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 5 as Curio & Relic eligible as a de-activated tax-exempt transfer. This weapon may be re-activated on an ATF form 1 upon application and approval by BATF. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is good with about 50% of the orig finish remaining with scattered pitting turning to some heavy pitting in places particularly on the forward 1/3 of this gun. Wood is serviceable and complete albeit cracked near the receiver and loosening. This could be repaired. Mag appears to be fully serviceable. 8mm lebel ammunition is now readily available, providing the opportunity for collectors to shoot this model with reliable ammunition. 50727-2 JWK52 (1,500-3,000) C&R – Lot 1575

1575A
$5,750.00

SCARCE JAPANESE 37 MM TYPE 94 ANTI TANK GUN (DEACTIVATED).

SN 22390. Cal. 37mm, 60″ bbl. Scarce example of the early WW2 Japanese Anti-Tank gun. Originally designed in 1933, this model performed decently in China and against Soviet Russian light tanks at Khalkin Gol in 1939, with eventually 3400 produced they were encountered by U.S. forces in the Pacific. Very few examples remain in any kind of displayable condition, with most rusting away on Pacific islands. This particular specimen was captured in the Phillipines, and brought back to San Francisco by a U.S. Naval officer and shipped in 1946 to his home on the East Coast. Original Bill of Lading included with this lot. CONDITION: Original wood spoke wheels remain serviceable with just slight movement at bearings. Metal cleaned and recently repainted. Matching SN’s visible under the paint. Deactivated IAW BATF specifications by cutting a bore diameter hole in the barrel where it is not readily observable underneath the shield plate. This is a non-functional yet impressive display piece. 51081-1 JWK82 (4,500-6,000) – Lot 1575A

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1576
$5,462.50

**INGRAM MILITARY ARMAMENT CORP POWDER SPRINGS M10 9MM MACHINE GUN (Fully Transferable).

SN 2-2003179. Cal. 9mm. Ingram M10 open bolt select fire SMG. with 5.75 bbl, with 7-1/2″ ventilated screw-on extension, collapsible top folding stock, fixed rear peep sight, fixed front protected post sight and Parkerized finish. Includes 2 orig magazines and scarce orig “Interarms” black leather holster, as well as front holding strap. Open bolt select fire mechanism functions smoothly and properly when cycled by hand. This weapon appears fully functional. Consignor states it has been brought to the firing range twice, was purchased in August of 1980 and has been kept locked in safe ever since. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or form 4. CONDITION: This gun is in excellent condition with only the slightest of handling marks to the finish. Muzzle accessory also in excellent condition with a couple flecks of red paint on top. Un-cleaned bore. Holster as new. Magazines are in extremely fine condition. This is an attractive entry level machine gun package which would scare any home invader. 50377-2 JWK38 (2,500-4,000) – Lot 1576

1577
$6,325.00

**INGRAM MILITARY ARMAMENT CORP POWDER SPRINGS M10 45 ACP MACHINE GUN (Fully Transferable).

SN 1-3003189. Cal. 45 ACP. 5.75″ bbl Ingram M10 open bolt select fire SMG. collapsible top folding stock. Fixed rear peep sight, fixed front protected post sight, Parkerized finish. Includes one used 30 round M3 grease gun magazine, and nylon front hand strap. Also included is scarce orig “Interarms” hard black leather holster. Original outer cardboard shipping carton included. Open bolt select fire mechanism functions smoothly and properly when cycled by hand. This weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or form 4. CONDITION: Consignor states this gun is un-fired, purchased in August of 1980 and has been in a safe ever since, with only handling marks to the finish. Bbl threads look new, bore is mint. Holster as new. Magazine is used with some light blemishes from storage packing which should clean up. These Mac’s run well and in .45 ACP pack a real punch. 50377-1 JWK37 (2,500-4,000) – Lot 1577

1578
$6,325.00

**SWD INC. M11-A1 .380 SUBMACHINE GUN (Fully Transferable).

SN 85-3800370. Cal. 380. Cobray “Mini Mac” about the same size as a Colt 1911 with much more fire power. Open bolt select fire submachine gun. Fixed rear peep sight, fixed front protected post sight, collapsible front folding wire stock, black Parkerized finish. Includes front strap and two magazines. CONDITION: Finish shows light handling and storage marks but very light evidence of use beyond test firing. Bbl bright and clean. Open bolt select fire mechanism functions smoothly and properly when cycled by hand. 50836-2 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1578

1579
$6,440.00

**SWD INC. M-11/9 mm SUBMACHINE GUN (Fully Transferable).

SN 85-0007403. Cal 9mm. Open bolt select fire smg. Black Parkerized finish, collapsible top folding stock, fixed rear peep sight, front protected post sight. Appears to be as new in box (if not new)except for some light storage marks on right rear of receiver and showing evidence of light firing or possibly test firing. Includes factory box, front hand strap, magazine loader, one magazine and cleaning rod. Also includes new front “K” grip/bbl extension and spare muzzle break/flash hider. CONDITION: Little to no wear on finish or action to signify any firing other than test firing. 50836-1 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1579

1580
$2,990.00

**FANTASTIC CONDITION MARBLE’S GAME GETTER MODEL 1908A (NFA CLASSIFICATION – ANY OTHER WEAPON).

SN 9056. Cal. 22 LR/44 Shot. 15″ bbl. Superb specimen of the highly desirable model of the Game Getter manufactured by “The Marble Safety Axe Co.” and is so marked on left side. Gun retains it’s orig Gutta-percha grips and orig flip-up rear sight and flexible tang sight. Tip open action and swing-out stock loop function properly. Includes rare orig holster. Firer can select which bbl to fire by manually actuating the selector on the hammer. This weapon appears functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or form 4 as Curio & Relic eligible under the classification Any Other Weapon (AOW). CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is outstanding with over 96% orig blue finish remaining with slight blemishes at high edges at muzzle and one barely noticeable blemish 5-1/2″ from muzzle. 1/18″ scrape mark through logo on right side. Vibrant case color on hammer, with somewhat less on trigger and less still at stock latch. Grips are extremely fine with sharp and crisp diamonds and lustrous orig blue remaining on the screws, there are some slight handling marks & blemishes at the bottom of the grips with a tiny chip at the outer edge of the bottom right. Stock loop has some pinprick oxidation on the nickel plating. Bores are near excellent, shiny and bright. Holster is in fine orig condition, soft, supple and serviceable. It is difficult to imagine that it would be possible to upgrade this specimen. The fact that this includes its orig holster only enhances it’s attractiveness. 50285-1 JWK56 (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1580

1581
$1,092.50

**DESIRABLE MARBLE’S GAME GETTER MODEL 1908B (NFA CLASSIFICATION – ANY OTHER WEAPON).

SN 8604. Cal. 22 LR/.44 Shot. 15″ bbl. This seldom found specimen of the Game Getter was manufactured by “The Marble Safety Axe Co.” and is so marked on left side. Gun retains it’s orig Gutta-percha grips and orig rear sight. Tip open action and swing-out stock loop function properly with exception that stock locking tab not present. Firer can select which bbl to fire by manually actuating the selector on the hammer. This weapon appears functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or form 4 as Curio & Relic eligible as under the classification Any Other Weapon (AOW). CONDITION: Overall appearance is very good, about 60% blue on bbl tubes turning to gray/brown patina with more finish in recessed areas, significantly more finish about 80% on receiver portion turning to gray patina at the high points. Grips are somewhat worn with a couple noticeable chips and cracked through on right side through upper escutcheon with a sliver missing at the base of left grip. About 70% case color remaining on hammer, with case mostly faded from trigger. Trigger guard has a small dime sized area of old corrosion on the outer side below the trigger. .22 bore is excellent, shiny and bright, .44 bore has some frosting yet retains its shine. These Game Getters are nice examples of old world turn of the century craftsmanship. 50727-3 JWK55 (1,000-1,800) C&R – Lot 1581

1582
$0.00

*MARBLE SAFETY AXE CO 1908A GAME GETTER OVER/UNDER COMBINATION GUN.

SN 7678. Cal. was 22 RF/44 Shot. Bbls are removed from monoblock breech section. Monoblock retains its folding leaf rear sight. Blued action with 2-pc hard rubber grips. Action retains its orig flexible tang rear sight and tubular folding stock. Includes a modern custom leather holster. CONDITION: Monoblock and frame approx 70% blue. Grips are very good. Tubular stock has about 25% nickel finish fading to patina. 50994-6 DS (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1582

1583
$6,037.50

*FACTORY ENGRAVED BERETTA MODEL 950B WITH PRESENTATION CASE.

SN B73554. Cal. 6.35. 2-1/2″ bbl. Full coverage vine and scroll hand engraved, gold washed finish overall. Factory tortoise shell 2-pc grips with gold script “PB Beretta” grip medallions. Manufactured prior to 1968, indicated by lack of safety lever and/or import markings. Accompanied by “Armi Beretta” fitted presentation case. CONDITION: Prime condition with only slight traces of handling and no evidence of use. Very slight deterioration of gold wash on backstrap. Factory tortoise grips are exceptional with no shrinkage or cracking. Very uncommon Beretta pocket model and usually were gifted directly by Beretta. Fitted Beretta case very fine with little or no distress on interior, very minor scuffing on base. 50481-1 TDW (3,000-5,000) – Lot 1583

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1584
$5,750.00
Revised: 10/2/2016

Please Note: The estimate should be $3,000 – $5,000 for this lot.

*FABULOUS CUSTOM ENGRAVED WALTHER PPK-DURAL BY GINO CARGNEL.

SN 518677. Cal. 32 ACP. Spectacular Gino Cargnel engraved pistol on rare lightweight DURAL frame with 3-1/4″ bbl, fixed sights and custom checkered 2-pc buffalo horn grips. Pistol is wonderfully engraved by Gino Cargnel and signed on right frame adjacent to SN. Slide is very tastefully engraved with highly detailed raised two color gold inlays of oak leaves and acorns, as is the trigger guard. SN and Walther banner on slide are also inlaid in gold. Dural frame has similar oak leaf and acorn motif engraved on the front strap, web and sides. A rare configuration for the PPK, now discontinued. CONDITION: Appears new and unfired, rear sight appears never to have been installed. 50860-1 (2,000-3,500) C&R – Lot 1584

1585
$4,600.00

*EXCEPTIONALLY FINE BROWNING RENAISSANCE HIGH POWER PISTOL.

SN 1241525. Cal. 9mm. 4-3/4″ bbl. Coin finish over full coverage Germanic inspired scroll and vine with oak leaves and acorns Renaissance Browning pattern. 2-pc synthetic mother-of-pearl grips with proper and correct coin finish 13-rnd Browning magazine. Belgian manufactured with gold-plated trigger. Fixed sights and external extractor. No engraver’s signature has not been found. CONDITION: As new with no signs of distress or use. All the coin gilt finish remains pleasantly matte. Gold plate on trigger is excellent with only the slightest trace of edge wear from handling. The 2-pc synthetic mother-of-pearl grips are proper and correct for this model and are as new with no signs of deterioration and have no cracking or distress. Bore and mechanics are as new and gun has been very well preserved. 50827-16 TDW (3,500-5,000) – Lot 1585

1586
$2,415.00

*STUNNING CUSTOM ENGRAVED BELGIAN BROWNING HIGH POWER.

SN 76C92655. Cal. 9mm. Manufactured in 1974, this 13-rnd 9mm Browning High Power has been painstakingly engraved in large foliate and arabesque scrolls on both sides of frame and slide with the same type of engraving with about one-third coverage on backstrap. Marvelously executed on top of slide is a bald eagle with head and tail in silver inlay and talons, beak and eye in rose gold inlay. Fixed front and rear sights with hand jeweled hammer, trigger and chamber. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, with little to no traces of actual use with all blue finish remaining. No edge wear or distress of any nature. Bore and mechanics are crisp and bright. 13-rnd factory magazine has a very small amount of edge wear on magazine base. 51034-6 TDW (1,500-2,500) IVORY – Lot 1586

1587
$2,012.50

*EXCEPTIONALLY FINE FN HIGH POWER 9MM A SERIES.

SN A244. Cal. 9mm. Rust blue finish with scarce and correct brown plastic grips. The A prefix of the SN means “Allemand” indicating the gun was assembled from German produced parts by the freed Belgians upon their liberation. These are very uncommon and normally in hard used condition. Matching numbers throughout with proper unmarked magazine with milled base and aluminum follower. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall condition, with extremely minor muzzle wear and finish loss at high points of slide and a very minor trace of finish loss on frontstrap from apparent holster use. Backstrap has similar wear point at extreme bottom of grip. Brown plastic grips are excellent with no breaks, cracks or material loss whatsoever which is rarely found because they did not hold up well. Bore and mechanics are exceptional. A very scarce Belgian High Power. 51028-1 TDW (1,000-1,800) C&R – Lot 1587

1588
$2,300.00

*PRIME BROWNING COLLECTORS ASSOCIATION NO. 86 OF 100 FIRST ANNIVERSARY BROWNING HIGH POWER.

SN 245PY02219. Cal. 9mm. 1980 First Anniversary Browning Collectors Association. Blue finish Browning high power pistol with fixed sights and checkered Browning hard wood grips. Engraved on right side identifying the Collectors Association and the anniversary date, this gun is No. 86 of 100 produced. It has an unfired condition with no blemishes or defects of any nature. Comes with its 13-rnd magazine, velvet lined case made of straight grain American walnut. Has the exterior shipping sleeve and key for case. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection. CONDITION: Pristine, unfired, and not blemished. Perfectly new. 51036-26 TDW (1,700-2,700) – Lot 1588

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1589
$1,150.00

*FN MODEL 1903 9 MM BROWNING LONG AUTOMATIC.

SN 38283. Cal. 9mm Long. 5″ bbl, 7 rnd capacity. Manufactured by Fabrique Nationale from 1903 – 1939 both military and commercial models were sold. FN monogrammed black hard rubber grips. Matching SN’s on frame, slide and bbl. Slotted for detachable shoulder stock. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Very good overall, with excellent bore, mechanics and action are very good. Hard rubber grips are excellent. Most of the factory dull rust blue finish remains with typical edge wear and balance turning to patina. 50823-34 TDW (750-1,250) C&R – Lot 1589

1590
$1,437.50

*PRISTINE FN BROWNING MODEL 1910 WITH BOX.

SN 450398. Cal. 7.65. 3-1/2″ bbl. Blue finish with factory “FN” monogrammed hard rubber grips. Complete with orig factory embossed box, spare mag, three “FN” marked test cartridges. This is historically the same model used in the assassination of Franz Ferdinand in Sarajevo, igniting WWI. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Pristine with no evidence of use or distress. Box has minor edge wear, monogram is legible as are SN matching to gun. A near new example that would be hard to improve upon. 50823-32 TDW (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 1590

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1591
$1,150.00

*FN BROWNING POCKET .25 WITH BOX.

SN 583172. Cal. 6.35. 2-1/4″ bbl. Blue finish overall with “FN” monogrammed black plastic grips, with numbers matching commercial “FN” box, instruction manual and cleaning rod. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: As new with virtually all orig rust blue remaining, with only slightest traces of edge wear on corners of slide. Bore and mechanics are as new. Box is complete with broken corners, and slight loss on one end. 50823-31 TDW (750-1,250) C&R – Lot 1591

1592
$920.00

*COMMERCIAL FN BROWNING MODEL 1922 WITH BOX.

SN 39548. Cal. 7.65. 4-1/2″ bbl. Commercial post-war dull blue Military or Police finish with “FN” monogrammed black plastic grips. Numbers matching throughout, inclusive of box. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Prime example with very minor muzzle wear and rear of frame wear from being stored in box. Bore and mechanics are as new. Mag has slight finish loss, but nicely “FN” marked. Numbers matching box has very good label, however one end is detached but present. 50823-33 TDW (600-1,200) C&R – Lot 1592

1593
$460.00

*COMMERCIAL SPANISH LLAMA WITH ADJUSTABLE SIGHTS.

SN 716830. Cal. 45 ACP. 5″ bbl. Deep commercial bright blue finish overall. Ventilated rib on top of slide with loaded chamber indicator and adjustable rear sight. 2-pc checkered walnut grips with commercial Llama medallion grips. Commercial Spanish copy of the Colt 1911 pistol. Marked “Llama Cal. 45” on left side of slide. Right side of slide marked “GABILONDO Y CIA. VITORIA (ESPANA)”. Spanish proof marks are found on back right of slide to rear of sight as well as on frame at trigger guard. Marked “Made in Spain” on mainspring housing bottom. PROVENANCE: The Advance Collection of Gerard A. Ruth formerly of Alex Chauffe Sr. and Jack Whitaker. CONDITION: Very fine overall, showing little use with very minor finish loss at muzzle and high points of safety and butt. Bore and mechanics are bright and crisp. 51036-18 TDW (350-500) – Lot 1593

1594
$575.00

*SUPERIOR FIRST MODEL SMITH & WESSON LADY SMITH SN: 458.

SN 458. Cal. 22. 3-1/2″ bbl. Blue finish with case colored hammer and trigger. 7-shot cyl. Smith & Wesson monogrammed hard rubber grips. Blade front and fixed sight. Extremely early 3 digit SN, with first model frame mounted cyl release. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Jim Baldwin. CONDITION: Extremely fine with most all finish remaining with very little loss at high points of cyl, backstrap and trigger guard. Bbl markings are very light and believed to be over polished at manufacture or possibly a very early factory re-finish. Bore is exceptional, mechanics are fine. Matching SN’s are found on frame, cyl and bbl. Grips fit excellently, but not numbered to gun. 50975-5 TDW (1,750-2,500) C&R – Lot 1594

1595
$1,667.50

*EXCEPTIONAL FIRST MODEL LADY SMITH REVOLVER.

SN 1722. Cal. 22. 3-1/2″ bbl. Blue finish overall with case colored hammer and trigger. 7-shot cyl with hand ejector. First model frame mounted cyl release. 2-pc Smith & Wesson hard rubber grips. Blade front sight and fixed rear sight. Accompanied by an appropriately fitting calves skin purse holster. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Jim Baldwin. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, with most all blue finish remaining. Finish loss on backstrap, trigger guard, high points of cyl and muzzle are very minimal. Spectacular bore an mechanics. Virtually all case color remains on trigger guard and hammer. Matching numbers found on bbl, cyl, frame and grips. An exceptionally scarce gun in blue finish, in amazingly fine condition. 50975-6 TDW (1,250-1,750) C&R – Lot 1595

1596
$3,162.50

*EXCEPTIONAL SMITH & WESSON LADY SMITH THIRD MODEL TARGET.

SN 18606. Cal. 22. 6″ bbl. Blue finish overall with case colored hammer and trigger. 7-shot cyl, single and double action with smooth square butt grips with deep dish gold medallions. Target model with miniature outdoorsman pattern adjustable rear sight and pinned Paine front sight. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Jim Baldwin. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine condition of an exceedingly rare target variation of the 3rd model Lady Smith. Bright shiny bore, with good forcing cone and good mechanics. Blue finish is exceptionally fine with most finish remaining with minor loss at muzzle, edges of butt and trigger guard, typical finish loss above bbl latch. Spectacular smooth walnut grips with gold deep dish medallions. Matching numbers on bbl, frame, cyl and grips. A delightfully fine Smith & Wesson. 50975-7 TDW (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1596

1597
$2,875.00

*SUPERB SMITH & WESSON LADY SMITH TARGET THIRD MODEL.

SN 23636. Cal. 22. 6″ bbl. Blue finish overall with case colored trigger and hammer. Checkered walnut Smith & Wesson grips with deep dish gold medallions. Target model with the miniature outdoorsman adjustable rear sight and pinned removable front sight. 7-shot cyl with hand ejector extraction. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Jim Baldwin. CONDITION: An exceptionally fine overall condition of an extremely scarce model of Smith & Wesson. Most all blue finish remains with typical muzzle wear and finish loss on backstrap and cyl high points. All markings are sharp, distinct and crisp. Checkered walnut Smith and Wesson grips are in superb condition with very fine deep dish gold medallions. Front blade sight has been modified at some much earlier date. Bore is exceptional and mechanics are fine. 50975-9 TDW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1597

1598
$1,322.50

*EXCEPTIONALLY FINE SMITH & WESSON LADY SMITH THIRD MODEL REVOLVER.

SN 16084. Cal. 22. 6″ bbl. Blue finish overall with case colored trigger and hammer. Pinned fixed front and rear sight. Square butt frame with 2-pc checkered walnut grips with gold deep dish medallions. 7-shot cyl with hand ejector extraction. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Jim Baldwin. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine example with most blue finish remaining with thinning on cyl and finish loss on bbl towards muzzle as well as backstrap and front strap of grips. Typical light finish loss at high points and crowns of frame. Bore is exceptionally fine with good mechanics. Most case color remains on hammer and trigger with slight loss on sides from use. Grips are very good with evidence of having checkering been chased in an attempt to clean them lightly. Very fine gold grip medallions. A far above average 6″ Lady Smith revolver. 50975-10 TDW (1,750-2,250) C&R – Lot 1598

1599
$2,012.50

*EXCEPTIONALLY FINE CASED SMITH & WESSON THIRD MODEL LADY SMITH REVOLVER.

SN 22456. Cal. 22. 3-1/2″ bbl. Blue finish overall with smooth walnut grips with gold deep dish medallions. Case colored hammer and trigger. 7-shot cyl with hand ejector extraction. Fixed front and rear sights, square butt frame. Accompanied by an exceptionally high quality, well fitting wood casing with red cotton linen lining that appears to be of the period. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Jim Baldwin. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine with retention of virtually all blue finish with extremely minor edge wear and one small area of finish loss on side of cyl. Most all vivid case colors remain on hammer and trigger and smooth Smith & Wesson grips are quite excellent with most varnish and exceptional gold deep dish medallions. Matching SN’s throughout inclusive of grips. Superb bore and mechanics. A very exceptional Lady smith. Period casing is very fine with very minor shrinkage cracks in top with excellent and tight corners and base, a minor water mark appears on top if rolled into a proper lighting. Hinges lock and spine are excellent. A small tray has been added for the storage of ammunition and includes 1 sealed box of UMC .22 short Less Smoke cartridges in its orig rounded corner box with exceptionally fine label and seal. 50975-2 TDW (1,250-1,750) C&R – Lot 1599

1600
$805.00

*VERY FINE SMITH & WESSON THIRD MODEL LADY SMITH REVOLVER.

SN 21283. Cal. 22. 6″ bbl. Blue finish overall. 7-shot cyl with square butt frame, smooth walnut grips with deep dish gold Smith & Wesson medallions. Fixed front and rear sight. Matching numbers on bbl, cyl and frame. Grips not numbered. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Jim Baldwin. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine as being a possible factory refinish as SN is suffixed with a star typically indicating a factory return. Smith & Wesson logo on frame is slightly washed, however, all other markings are sharp and crisp. Grips are very fine with slight oil staining surrounding medallions and edges of butt. 50975-8 TDW (1,200-1,700) C&R – Lot 1600

1601
$1,725.00

*SUPERB SMITH & WESSON STRAIGHT LINE 22 SINGLE SHOT WITH CASE.

SN 1022. Cal. 22LR. with 10″ bbl, target adjustable rear sight with Patridge front sight. 2-pc highly figured walnut grips with deep dish Smith & Wesson medallions. SN 1022 of the approximate 1,870 produced. Manufactured 1925 to 1936. Steel clam shell black Smith & Wesson case with stamped Smith & Wesson logo in center. Box is exceptionally fine, however, internal liner is missing, but factory green felt is still present. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine with slight traces of muzzle wear, excellent bore and mechanics with slight traces of wear on top of rear and front sight. 2-pc walnut grips have suffered somewhat considerable finish loss with numerous small scratches and abrasions but are solid with no cracks and no material loss whatsoever. Smith & Wesson box very fine with most blue finish remaining. 51034-23 TDW (700-1,000) C&R – Lot 1601

1602
$575.00

*PRIME SMITH & WESSON NEW DEPARTURE 32 SAFETY HAMMERLESS SECOND MODEL IN BOX.

SN 130187. Cal. 32 S&W. Nickel finish overall with 3-1/2″ bbl. 5-sot double action lemon squeezer Hammerless with Smith & Wesson hard rubber checkered monogrammed grips. Second model manufactured 1902 to 1909. Case colored trigger with blue latch and trigger guard. Auto-ejecting model with proper mustard colored pebble grain Smith & Wesson box with proper label. CONDITION: This gun is virtually new with only slight evidence of ever having been fired as there is some finish staining at cyl face and forcing cone. Blue finish on latch and trigger guard is exceptional with just a touch of box wear. Grips are superb with no cracking, distress or material loss whatsoever. Bore and mechanics are perfect as to be expected. Box has strong corners with good spine. Label is spectacular with just the slightest amount of distress from age. 51034-29 TDW (1,000-2,500) C&R – Lot 1602

1603
$3,450.00

*FACTORY ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON 32/20 TARGET HAND EJECTOR MODEL OF 1905.

SN 45054. Cal. 32-20. 6-1/2″ round bbl, nickel finish, pearl grips. This Smith & Wesson 32/20 Hand Ejector Model of 1905 Second Change Target revolver was manufactured in 1910 and is a Special Engraved Edition featuring floral scroll and punch dot engraving on the sides of the barrel, frame, cyl flats, backstrap and trigger guard with a scalloped design on the top strap. The bottom front of the frame is engraved with intertwined “ESA”. The SN is marked on the butt next to the Smith & Wesson rework star. Pinned blade front sight with pearl bead and adjustable rear target sight, all nickel finish with case hardened hammer and trigger and fitted with replacement pearl grips with a steer head carved on the right panel. The accompanying factory letter verifies configuration. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall, with very minor traces of handling with a very slight amount of finish loss at muzzle. 2-pc carved mother of pearl steer head grips are exceptional. Hammer and trigger retain most of their vivid case colored finish. A truly spectacular engraved Smith & Wesson. Bore and mechanics are excellent. 50507-10 TDW (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1603

1604
$1,840.00

*SCARCE SMITH & WESSON 1926 MODEL 44 WITH BOX.

SN S107166. Cal. .44 Special. 6-1/2″ bbl. Blue finish with white outline rear adjustable sight and partridge front. Smith & Wesson diamond service grips. Flaigs trigger shoe and numbers matching gold box. CONDITION: Very fine with most all orig factory blue remaining, very slightly modified for thumb rest on left grip. Mechanics are excellent as is bore. Box is superb with legible number, instructions. 50707-11 TDW (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1604

1605
$3,162.50

*ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON MILITARY POLICE REVOLVER WITH CARVED TWO PIECE IVORY GRIPS.

SN 678334. Cal. 38SPEC. 4″ bbl. Blue finish. 2-pc ivory grips. Carved with floral motif. Revolver has been engraved with a scrolled-floral motif on the frame, breech end of the bbl, and on the ramp of the front-sight. Bbl has been fitted with a King patent front-sight and frame has been fitted with a S&W adjustable rear-sight. SN on butt, bbl, and cyl match. Engraving is nicely accomplished. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine, as refinished after engraving. Smith & Wesson markings on both sides of bbl are sharp. Bbl address is partially covered by sight ramp. Cyl shows a slight drag mark. Bore and chambers are clean. Traces of case color remain on hammer and trigger. Hammer knurling has been re-cut. Grips are fine, with a small age crack on left side. A very handsome Smith & Wesson MP revolver that was embellished, restocked and fit with target sights. 50626-4 TEP (3,000-5,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 1605

1606
$0.00

*SPECTACULAR FACTORY ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON MODEL 29-2.

SN N72514. Cal. 44 Mag. N-frame blue finish with 8-3/8″ bbl. Factory engraved with full coverage in tight scroll and vine pattern with dot punch background. Magnificent ivory grips hand carved in a patriotic theme. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine and is believed unfired. The scroll and vine engraving has been executed to the highest standard. Is complete with full target package consisting of red ramp, white outline, adjustable sights, and target hammer and trigger. The 2-pc ivory grips are masterfully fitted and carved to the highest standard in a patriotic theme adding to the wonderful appearance of this piece of mechanical art. 50626-3 TDW (6,000-8,000) IVORY – Lot 1606

1607
$2,645.00

*EXTRAORDINARY FACTORY ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON 29-2 REVOLVER WITH CASE.

SN N703295. Cal. 44 Mag. Nickel finish N-frame with 8-3/8″ bbl with full coverage scroll and vine engraving. Has full target package including red ramp, white outline, target trigger, target hammer and smooth oversized target grips. Accompanied by a Smith & Wesson fitted display case. CONDITION: Spectacular near new condition with only evidence of test firing and no indication of actual use. Nickel finish has only a trace of a drag line on cyl with no distress or loss. Engraving is wonderfully executed and very fine. Hammer and trigger retain virtually all of their vivid case color and smooth target grips are as new as well. Display case is as well externally with very slight wear internally from firearm being housed. 50827-10 TDW (2,500-4,000) – Lot 1607

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1608
$3,737.50

*SPECTACULAR FACTORY ENGRAVED MODEL 29-2 SMITH & WESSON REVOLVER CASED.

SN N643456. Cal. 44 Mag. Blue finish with 8-3/8″ bbl with full coverage engraving and in a vine and scroll pattern with full target package consisting of red ramp, white outline, rear sight, target hammer and trigger. Smooth Smith & Wesson walnut grips. Complete with proper shipping box and Smith & Wesson display case. CONDITION: As new and possibly unfired. Gun has a very minor drag line from being handled only. Has a factory date code under left grip indicating the likelihood of being a factory engraved revolver. Blue finish is as new with no evidence of use and no loss whatsoever. Display case externally is excellent, however, as with all Smith & Wesson period display cases, the flocking has deteriorated and come loose. A beautiful modern Smith & Wesson. 50827-9 TDW (2,500-4,000) – Lot 1608

1609
$4,312.50

*SPLENDID FACTORY ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON MODEL 29 WITH DISPLAY CASE.

SN N791368. Cal. 44 Mag. Nickel finish Model 29-2 with 6″ bbl with full coverage factory engraving. Full target package consisting of red ramp, white outline, rear sight, and target hammer and trigger with smooth oversized target grips. Date coded under grips indicating factory embellishment and is accompanied by a proper Smith & Wesson wood display case. CONDITION: As new overall, with no indication of ever having been fired or used. Has a very minor drag line on cyl from being inspected. Full coverage scroll and vine engraving is executed wonderfully. Retains all case color finish on hammer and trigger and grips are equally as fine. Wood display case is very fine with a slight trace of wear internally from storage. 50827-11 TDW (2,500-4,000) – Lot 1609

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1610
$2,300.00

*STUNNING FACTORY ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON MODEL 29-2 WITH 6-1/2″ BARREL.

SN N425411. Cal. 44 Mag. N-frame nickel finished with 6-1/2″ bbl and full coverage scroll and vine engraving with smooth oversized target grips. Complete with full target package consisting of red ramp, white outline, adjustable sights, and target hammer and trigger. Pin to bbl and recessed chambers. CONDITION: As new overall, with only an indication of having been test fired on 3 chambers. Overall nickel finish has no distress and only the faintest traces of a cyl turnline from being inspected. Engraving is executed to the highest level and consists of tight scrolls with dot punch background. Hammer and trigger retain virtually all of their vivid case colored finish and the 2-pc Smith & Wesson grips are equally as fine. 50827-12 TDW (2,500-4,000) – Lot 1610

1611
$0.00

*SMITH & WESSON 29-2 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER.

SN N682550. Cal. 44 Mag. 6″ bbl with rib. Orange insert serrated ramp front sight with white outline adjustable rear sight. Case colored target hammer and target trigger. 3-screw action with pin bbl. Full nickel finish. Checkered 2-pc goncalo alves target grips. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection. CONDITION: Near new retaining excellent nickel finish showing slight cyl drag line. Very good bore. Very good grips. 51036-25 DS (1,500-2,500) – Lot 1611

1612
$3,162.50

*SPECTACULAR SMITH & WESSON MODEL 629 FACTORY CLASS A ENGRAVED REVOLVER.

SN N868757. Cal. 44 Mag. Stainless steel N-frame, square butt with 6″ bbl. Red ramp and white outline rear sight. Target hammer, target trigger and smooth Goncalo Alves grips. Full coverage Class A engraving in scroll and vine with dot punch background. Cased in traditional Smith & Wesson wood display case. Accompanied by S&W factory letter confirming configuration, shipped 5/20/1982. CONDITION: As new with no evidence of use. A very small drag line on cyl from being opened and closed. Engraving is finely executed and quite nice. Grips show no evidence of use and are as new as well. The display case, as with most of them, has had the flocking deteriorate and is now gone. The internal liners and tool kit are all present. 50981-1 TDW (2,000-4,000) – Lot 1612

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1613
$16,100.00

*IMPORTANT WOLF & KLAR ENGRAVED TWO GUN LOT: SMITH & WESSON 38/44 HEAVY/DUTY AND COLT 1911 .38 SUPER PISTOL. THE PROPERTY OF FBI SPL AGENT GEORGE H. FRANKLIN.

SN 47675/6550. 1) Smith & Wesson 38-44 Heavy/Duty revolver, custom engraved by Wolf & Klar of Fort Worth, Texas. Cal. 38SPEC. 4″ bbl. Nickel finish. 2-pc ivory grips with Mexican eagle motif on right side. Engraving is of the walking hunch design with farce coverage overall. Right side shows bird motif of “G.H. Franklin” in a riband. SN matches on frame, cyl, and bbl. Assembly no.5610 on inside of frame and cyl crane. Standard Smith & Wesson markings for this model. Factory letter states shipped 4/29/1936 to G.H. Franklin % Federal Reserve Bank Bld, K.C.,MO in a one gun shipment. 2) Colt Model 1911 .38 Super Pistol, custom engraved by Wolf & Klar of Forth Worth, Texas. Cal. 38 SUPER. 5″ bbl. Full nickle finish. Stag-horn grips. Engraving is of the walking hunch design with sparce coverage. Right side of slide shows a bird and floral motif. Left side of frame is engraved “G.H. Franklin”. All factory markings are standard for this pistol. 2-pc stag-horn grips. Factory letter states shipped 8/9/1933 to Oklahoma City Hdwe Co in a one gun shipment. PROVENANCE: Accompanied by S&W and Colt Factory Letters and biography of George H. Franklin (FBI SA 1932-56). Franklin was one of Hoover’s “hired guns” serving during the outlaw days of the 1930s in NC, OK, MO, TX, NM. Consigned by the Franklin Family. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: 1) Fine. Revolver retains 90% of the nickel finish overall. Engraving was accomplished through the nickel finish. Markings are sharp. Bore is very good. Chambers are very good. Cyl shows a slight drag mark. Hammer and trigger show generous traces of case color. Hammer spur has been slightly bobbed. Grips are very good with no missing pieces and a carved Mexican eagle on right grip. 2) Fine. Pistol retains 90% of orig nickel finish, with some muzzle wear and slight dulling. Engraving was accomplished through the nickel finish. Factory markings are sharp. Bore is fine. Grips are very good. 50207-1 TDW (5,000-9,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 1613

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1614
$3,105.00

*PRIME CONDITION SMITH & WESSON STRAIGHTLINE TARGET PISTOL WITH CASE AND ACCESSORIES.

SN 112. Cal. 22. 10″ bbl. Deep pre-war blue finish overall with highly figured walnut grips with medallions. Patridge front sight with adjustable ourdoorsman pattern adjustable rear sight. One of fewer than 2000 guns made between 1925 and 1936. Housed in the appropriate Smith & Wesson embossed blue steel fitted casing. Complete with proper accessories of cleaning rod, jag and blue steel mechanical turnscrew manufactured by the Welsh Manufacturing Co. Providence, Rhode Island. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Jim Baldwin. CONDITION: In an exceptional state of preservation showing virtually no use. Only the slightest amount of edge wear from residing in its casing with finish loss only at the extreme edges of muzzle, side of bbl rib and high point of rear adjustable sight. Accessories are equally as fine with minor finish loss on end of cleaning rod from storage. Blue steel casing is immensely better than the average with slight wear from storage and slight blue loss on exterior mostly at corners and top of Smith & Wesson logo. 50975-11 TDW (1,750-2,500) C&R – Lot 1614

1615
$3,162.50

*EXCEPTIONALLY FINE SMITH & WESSON STRAIGHTLINE TARGET SINGLE SHOT WITH CASE AND ACCESSORIES.

SN 1534. Cal. 22. 10″ bbl. Dark pre-war blue finish overall with 2-pc walnut smooth grips with deep dish Smith & Wesson medallions. Patridge front sight with adjustable outdoorsman pattern rear sight. Checkered target trigger. Cased in appropriate blue steel, velvet lined fitted casing with accessories. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Jim Baldwin. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall, with very minor traces of blue wear on edges on frame and muzzle. Slight finish loss at heel of butt and leading edge of front strap. Bore and breech face show no signs of actual use. Mechanically excellent. Grips are very fine and numbered to match very slight varnish loss exists but grips are excellent with no cracks or damage. Blue steel casing is equally fine with good green lining and complete with cleaning rod, and mechanical turnscrew. Cleaning rod has minor chips at top of handle, turnscrew is as contemporary patterned. Exterior of case is extremely fine with little evidence of finish loss and only slight wear at corners and bottom from storage. 50975-3 TDW (1,750-2,500) C&R – Lot 1615

1616
$1,725.00

*TEXAS LONGHORN ARMS “ONE OF ONE THOUSAND” FLAT TOP TARGET REVOLVER.

SN T-80. Cal. .44 Mag. 7-1/2″ bbl. Commercial blue finish overall. 1-pc highly figured walnut grips. Wide target hammer spur with tuned action. Left hand loading gate position. 6 shot sgl action design. Micro adjustable rear sight. A very short production from 1988 – 1997. CONDITION: Excellent overall, with slight finish loss at muzzle and end of ejector rod. Gun shows very little use, action and mechanics are excellent with extremely tight lockup. A unique American made sgl action. 50385-1 TDW (1,000-2,000) – Lot 1616

1617
$1,725.00

*TEXAS LONGHORN ARMS “ONE OF ONE THOUSAND” REVOLVER.

SN B-80. Cal. .44 Mag. 4″ bbl. High polished commercial blue finish with birdshead grip design with 1-pc walnut grips. Sgl action, 6 shot with left hand loading gate position. Tuned action and wide hammer spur. CONDITION: Excellent overall, very slight traces of use and small amount of finish loss at muzzle and high points of ejector rod, front sight and trigger guard. A unique manufacturing attempt by a U.S. company to improve upon the infallible Colt single action. 50385-2 TDW (1,000-2,000) – Lot 1617

1618
$2,875.00

*TEXAS LONGHORN ARMS “GROVER’S IMPROVED NO. 5” REVOLVER.

SN K-67. Cal. .44 Mag. 5-1/2″ bbl. High polish commercial blue with micro adjustable rear sight, left side loading gate position, considered by designer to be a proper sgl action. Grover’s No. 5 inscribed on top of bbl was to pay homage to Elmer Keith noted firearms developer and to his famed No. 5 revolver. Highly figured 2-pc walnut grips. Sgl action design with finely tuned action. CONDITION: Exceptional overall, with slight edge wear from carry, very minor distress on top strap and slight finish loss on high points of ejector rod, muzzle and sights. 50385-3 TDW (1,000-2,000) – Lot 1618

1619
$6,900.00

*SPECTACULAR ENGRAVED COLT PYTHON IN DISPLAY CASE.

SN K98180. Cal. 357 Mag. Stainless steel with 6″ bbl, red ramp with white outline, adjustable sight. Engraved with C coverage by engraver R. W. Ingle and dated “1-7-85”, with custom grips manufactured by Art Jewel Enterprises with a Colt motif visible on display side. Engraving is done in a scroll and vine pattern with dot punch background reminiscent of a New York pattern. Housed in a French-fitted walnut display case. CONDITION: As new with no traces of use and/or handling. There is no cyl drag line or anything else that detracts from this firearm. Engraving is spectacular and is well executed and presents well. Truly a beautiful casing. 50827-13 TDW (4,500-7,500) – Lot 1619

1620
$3,162.50

*EXCEPTIONALLY FINE COLT PYTHON 357 MAGNUM REVOLVER WITH 6″ BARREL.

SN 46204E. Cal. 357 Mag. Deep high polish Colt royal blue finish overall with 2-pc checkered walnut with gold rampant Colt medallions grips. 6-shot. Manufactured in 1976. Adjustable rear sights. Colt tuned action. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine and basically new. Has only the slightest traces of having been fired with no visible wear or distress. Bore and mechanics, of course, are perfect, and the Python tuned action is exceptionally smooth and crisp. 51034-19 TDW (2,000-2,500) – Lot 1620

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1621
$2,357.50

*PRIME CONDITION COLT PYTHON 357 MAGNUM WITH 4″ BARREL.

SN V46289. Cal. 357 Mag. 4″ bbl 6-shot 357 Mag. with Colt deep royal blue finish throughout. 2-pc Colt checkered walnut combat grips with gold rampant Colt medallions. Included is an additional pair of grips manufactured by Pachmyr. CONDITION: Near new condition overall, with only the slightest traces of having been used. Blue finish is near perfect with several minute scratches from storage on left sideplate and a touch of finish wear at the muzzle. Bore and mechanics are excellent and the typical Colt Python smooth action is exceptional. 51034-20 TDW (1,500-2,500) – Lot 1621

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1622
$2,875.00

*PRIME COLT PYTHON 357 MAGNUM WITH 2-1/2″ BARREL.

SN K62977. Cal. 357 Mag. Classic 2-1/2″ Snake Gun with Colt royal blue finish and 2-pc checkered Colt combat grips with gold rampant Colt medallions. The 2-1/2″ one of the least common Pythons and heavily sought after. Is accompanied with an additional pair of rubber grips manufactured by Pacmayer. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, with only traces of edge wear at tops of rear adjustable sight, the very edges of the muzzle, and very minor wear at the hinge point of the crane. Bore and mechanics are excellent with no visible signs of distress. A fine American made revolver. 51034-21 TDW (1,500-2,500) – Lot 1622

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1623
$5,462.50

*RARE UNMODIFIED MODEL 1900 SIGHT SAFETY COLT .38 AUTOMATIC.

SN 329. Cal. 38. 6″ bbl. This was the first endeavor into the automatic pistol realm for Colt, only 3500 total produced, this gun being 1st year production 1900. Orig and correct throughout with smooth walnut grips, case colored hammer, peacock blue trigger and functioning sight safety assembly. Proper and correct nickel finished 7 rnd Patent dated mag. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Good overall with about half of factory bright blue finish remaining, balance dove gray. Excellent bore and mechanics. One of the HARDEST Colt firearms to obtain in its unmodified configuration. 50823-21 TDW (3,500-5,000) C&R – Lot 1623

1624
$6,037.50

*PRIME COLT 1902 MILITARY WITH BOX.

SN 42134. Cal. .38 Auto. 6″ bbl. Blue finish with rampant Colt hard rubber grips. Case colored hammer and lanyard loop. Manufacture 1919. Accompanied with numbers matching box, instructions and hang tag. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Superb overall, with virtually all factory deep blue finish remaining. Hammer and lanyard loop retain virtually all vivid case colors. Correct factory mag shows slight wear. Bore and mechanics are excellent. Very slight trace of corrosion is evident on right side of grips frame. Grips are excellent with no cracking or loss. An exceptional 1902. Box is very fine with excellent label and legible numbers, ppw and instructions are well preserved, top of box has come loose but is present. 50823-4 TDW (4,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1624

1625
$2,875.00

*EXCEPTIONAL COLT MODEL 1902 MILITARY PATTERN AUTOMATIC.

SN 36080. Cal. 38 ACP. Improved version of the Model 1900 and the Model 1902 Sporting Model. 6″ bbl, 8-rnd magazine, high polish commercial blue overall with peacock blue trigger, magazine stop, and vividly case colored hammer with lanyard swivel. Made with the internal extractor as opposed to the ’02 Sporting and the 1900. A major increase in reliability and function with factory letter. Shipped to Union Hardware & Metal Company, Los Angeles, California, on September 18, 1912, with five guns. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with most blue finish remaining. Bright shiny bore and crisp mechanics. 2-pc hard rubber Colt grips are exceptionally fine with very little wear with no damage or distress. Most all peacock blue finish on trigger and slide release and most case colors remaining on hammer. Front and back straps of grips have suffered some finish loss, but not severe. 51034-18 TDW (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1625

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1626
$2,587.50

*SUPERIOR COLT MODEL 1902 SPORTING PISTOL.

SN 8301. Cal. 38 ACP. 6″ bbl. Manufactured in 1905 with a total production of 7,500. Blue finish overall with the distinctive rnd checkered hammer. 2-pc hard rubber grips with nickel silver escutcheons. Bright steel bbl with factory documentation showing shipped to Sears Roebuck and Company, Chicago, Illinois, on June 21, 1905.3 CONDITION: Fine overall, with most factory blue finish remaining. Strong case colors remaining on checkered rounded hammer. Grips are exceptional with only light wear on very high points with no cracks, chips or abrasions. Bore and mechanics are excellent with proper unmarked 7-shot magazine. Slight finish loss on frontstrap and backstrap from use which has mellowed to mostly plum. A 1902 Sporting with a production of only 7,500 is one of the least common Colt automatic pistols. 51034-14 TDW (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1626

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1627
$4,772.50

*EXCEPTIONAL COLT MODEL 1903 SPUR HAMMER AUTOMATIC.

SN 36428. Cal. 38 Auto. 4-1/2″ bbl. Deep rich factory blue finish shows no wear. Case colored finish on hammer with 2-pc period mother-of-pearl grips. Proper blue finish 7-round magazine with early markings “PKT. Colt .38 Cal”. CONDITION: Stone new is a term that is rarely used to describe a collectable firearm. This gun retains all of its orig pre-war blue finish with no traces of edge wear or distress. The case colored hammer retains almost all of its orig finish with exception of front pad from striking the firing pin. Top of chamber shows no finish loss. The internal areas of the slide and ejector area have a fair amount of very old dried grease that in no way detracts from this gun. The trigger does show evidence of having been pulled to the rear and that is all. 2-pc mother-of-pearl grips are exceptional and vibrant with no chips, distress, or damage whatsoever. The finest model 1903 I have ever seen. 50827-17 TDW (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1627

1628
$4,312.50

*PRIME COLT MODEL 1903 POCKET HAMMER AUTOMATIC WITH BOX.

SN 37545. Cal. 38 Auto. 4-1/2″ bbl. Blue finish with factory Colt hard rubber grips. Case colored hammer with proper 2-tone seven shot mag. Accompanied with its properly numbered box complete with instruction manual and cleaning rod. Manufactured 1917. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Exceptional overall condition, with only slightest trace of edge wear to is bright blue factory finish. Bore and mechanics are fine. Box is exceptional as well with excellent label and edges. Would be very hard to improve upon. 50823-11 TDW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1628

1629
$1,035.00

*EXCELLENT COLT MODEL 1903 SPUR HAMMER AUTOMATIC.

SN 45524. Cal. 38 ACP. Blue finish overall with a 4-1/2″ bbl. 2-pc hard rubber Colt monogrammed grips with nickel silver escutcheons. Fixed front and rear sight with case colored spur hammer. Manufactured in 1924 and comes with factory letter. Shipped to Simmons Hardware Company, St. Louis, Missouri, on September 8, 1924. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with most blue finish remaining. Thinning at muzzle. Front and rear straps have turned plum and edges of slide are rather bright. Excellent bore and mechanics. 51034-15 TDW (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 1629

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1630
$690.00

*VERY FINE COLT MODEL 1903 POCKET RIMLESS.

SN 317084. Cal. 32 ACP. 3-7/8″ bbl. Manufactured in 1919. Blue finish overall with 2-pc Colt monogrammed hard rubber grips with nickel silver escutcheons. Blue finish overall with Colt marked factory magazine and numbers-matching frame and slide. Bbl not numbered. 8 rnd capacity. CONDITION: Fine overall, with most blue finish remaining with slight finish loss on edges and muzzle of slide with several very minor scratches and rubs from period use. Backstrap has somewhat turned plum in appearance. Colt hard rubber grips are excellent with no cracks or chips. Bore and mechanics are exceptionally fine. 51034-16 TDW (400-1,000) C&R – Lot 1630

1631
$3,450.00

*COLT MODEL 1903 POCKET HAMMERLESS .32 ACP U.S. GENERAL OFFICERS PISTOL WITH BOX.

SN 563584. Cal. 32ACP. 3-3/4″ bbl. “U.S. Property” markings, in its orig numbered kraft shipping box, complete with spare mag. Gray/green phosphate finish with bright steel bbl and checkered walnut grips with rampant Colt medallions. Matching SN’s throughout. British Military acceptance proof marks on slide, frame and bbl. Manufactured 1942. CONDITION: Exceptional condition with very minor edge wear to its Parkerized finish. Bore and mechanics are fine. Box has minor distress to side but is complete. 50827-15 TDW (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1631

1632
$4,025.00

*DESIRABLE COLT MODEL 1905 45 AUTOMATIC.

SN 4417. Cal. 45 ACP. Colt’s first venture into the 45 automatic pistol. The Model 1905 had a 5″ bbl, 7-rnd capacity, and shot the new 45 rimless cartridge. Bright high polished blue overall with 2-pc checkered walnut grips with brass escutcheons. Peacock blue trigger and slide release and deeply case colored hammer. Accompanied by Colt factory letter indicating manufacture as January 31, 1910, and shipped to Montgomery Ward and Company, Kansas City, Missouri, and confirms current configuration. CONDITION: Fine overall, with most factory finish remaining on frame. Bore and mechanics are exceptional with most case coloring remaining on hammer. Strong peacock blue finish remains on the trigger, slide release and extractor. The slide has been subjected to slightly more wear, and finish is rather thin and is rather plum. The 2-pc checkered walnut grips are very fine with only minimal wear but have suffered no cracking or chips. Orig bright polish magazine is excellent with no dents or damaged lips. 51034-17 TDW (2,000-3,500) C&R – Lot 1632

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1633
$3,737.50

*COLT MODEL 1908 U.S. PROPERTY GENERAL OFFICERS PISTOL .380 CALIBER WITH BOX.

SN 136040. Cal. 380ACP. 3-3/4″ Bbl. Blue finish with factory “U.S. Property” markings, checkered walnut grips with rampant Colt medallions. Matching SN’s throughout. Accompanied with period Colt shipping box complete with spare mag and instruction manual. Manufactured 1942. CONDITION: Exceptional overall, little evidence of use. Very minor finish distress on right side of frame from disassembly. Box is very fine with excellent label and overall condition, not matching number to pistol. 50827-14 TDW (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1633

1634
$3,450.00

*PRIME CONDITION COLT MODEL 1908 .380 HAMMERLESS WITH BOX.

SN 86776. Cal. 380 ACP. 3-3/4″ bbl. Blue finish, checkered walnut grips with rampant Colt medallions. Proper 2-tone Colt marked mag. Accompanied by orig SN’d shipping box, Colt manual and hang tag. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Exceptional near new condition. Showing little to no traces of use or box wear. Manufactured 1928. SN’d box has very strong label, shows distress commensurate to its age. 50823-14 TDW (1,750-2,500) C&R – Lot 1634

1635
$1,035.00

*VERY FINE COLT MODEL 1908 CALIBER 380.

SN 63731. Cal. 380. Blue finish overall with 3-3/4″ bbl. 2-pc hard rubber rampant Colt grips with nickel silver escutcheons. Manufactured in 1923 with fixed front and rear sights and 7-rnd magazine capacity. Standard Colt commercial markings on slide, numbers-matching slide and frame. CONDITION: Very fine with most blue finish remaining with edge wear at muzzle and high points of slide. Finish has been worn thin on backstrap and thinning on front. Excellent bore and mechanics. Proper Colt commercial two-tone magazine. 51034-13 TDW (800-1,200) C&R – Lot 1635

1636
$920.00

*VERY GOOD COLT POCKET .25 MODEL OF 1908 WITH BOX.

SN 26599. Cal. 25ACP. 2-1/4″ bbl. Commercial high polished blue overall with case colored trigger and grip safety. Proper 1st model mag with high polished base. Early hard rubber grips with rampant Colt over stylized “C”. With numbers matching box and instruction sheet. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Very good overall, with moderate finish loss on high points of slide and slight discoloration of grip safety. Bore and mechanics are fine. Box and label are very good with strong corners and slight distress to exterior. 50823-29 TDW (600-1,200) C&R – Lot 1636

1637
$460.00

*EXCEPTIONAL COLT JUNIOR .25 AUTOMATIC WITH BOX.

SN 038749. Cal. 25ACP. 2-1/4″ bbl. Blue finish overall with checkered walnut rampant Colt medallion grips. Manufactured in Spain by Astra for retail sale as the Colt Junior for the U.S. market. With numbers matching box including spare mag, cleaning rod, advertising literature and orig 1965 sales invoice. Manufactured 1965. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: As new with no evidence of use. Box is very fine with only the slightest amount of edge wear due to storage. 50823-30 TDW (600-900) C&R – Lot 1637

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1638
$920.00

*EXTREMELY FINE COLT 22 AUTOMATIC PRE-WOODSMAN.

SN 4881. Cal. 22LR. Manufactured in 1917 with a 6-5/8″ bbl and screw adjustable front sight and windage adjustable rear sight. Correct checkered diamond pattern walnut grips with no monograms and nickel silver escutcheon. Standard 10-rnd capacity with the rare, properly marked “CAL.22.COLT”. Accompanied with period leather holster/travel case made to accommodate pistol and two additional magazines. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, slight finish loss on both sides of bbl at muzzle from holster wear, with slight holster wear on frontstrap and rear of slide. Bore and mechanics are exceptional as are the 2-pc diamond walnut grips that have no cracks, very little wear and no material loss whatsoever. Holster suffers from slight cracking and period deterioration with repair to tab and missing buckle. 51034-8 TDW (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 1638

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1639
$3,162.50

*EXCEPTIONAL COLT WOODSMAN FIRST MODEL MATCH TARGET WITH BOX.

SN MT5269. Cal. 22. 6-1/2″ bbl. Blue finish overall with matte finish on top of bbl and slide. Patridge front sight with Stevens adjustable rear sight. Colt walnut elephant ear checkered grips with Rampant Colt medallions. Proper Colt Match Target marked magazine. Accompanied by numbers matching Colt Match Target box with labels. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Jim Baldwin. CONDITION: Superb overall condition with very slight loss of finish at high points of muzzle and edges of rear frame. Shows very little handling or use with excellent bore and mechanics. Elephant ear grips are superb with no distress, cracking or visible wear. Manufactured 1939. Colt box is very fine with excellent labels and numbered on bottom. Exterior of box shows very light distress on top corners and interior from sight rub. 50975-4 TDW (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1639

1640
$1,840.00

*PRIME COLT WOODSMAN 4-1/2″ BARREL WITH BOX.

SN 136498. Cal. 22 LR. 4-1/2″ bbl. Blue finish. Factory checkered walnut grips. Adjustable rear sight. Correct 1st model mag. With numbers matching box, test target, instruction manual, hang tags and correct sight adjustment tool. 1st model manufactured 1939. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Superb overall with very slight traces of edge wear from box. Grips are near perfect with no cracks, chips or loss. Box is exceptional with excellent label and adjustable sight labels. 50823-13 TDW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1640

1641
$1,725.00

*EXTREMELY FINE FIRST MODEL COLT WOODSMAN MATCH TARGET.

SN MT4606. Cal. 22. 6-1/2″ bbl. High polish pre-war blue finish overall. Pinned patridge front sight with Stevens rear sight. Elephant ear checkered walnut grips with rampant Colt medallions. Nickel finished properly marked 10-shot Colt Woodsman Match Target mag. Manufactured 1939. One of only 15,100 produced. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Jim Baldwin. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine with slight finish loss at muzzle and one small loss of finish at backstrap. Excellent bore and mechanics showing very little actual use. Appropriate elephant ear grips have several very minor repairs but are solid and serviceable. Far better than most Match Targets that have been offered anywhere. 50975-12 TDW (1,750-2,250) C&R – Lot 1641

1642
$0.00

*SCARCE PRE-WAR NATIONAL MATCH COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL WITH CONVERSION UNIT.

SN C199774. Cal. 45. 5″ blue bbl with standard marked slide. King front sight, micro rear sight. Diamond pattern checkered walnut grips. Manufactured 1940. Accompanied by 50’s vintage Factory Colt .22 conversion unit in orig box with correct mag and factory instructions. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very good overall, with excellent diamond pattern walnut grips, very good mechanics. Rear adjustable sight needs to be re-installed. Conversion kit is very fine and complete with excellent box and instruction sheet. 50595-55 TDW (5,500-9,500) C&R – Lot 1642

1643
$2,415.00

*VERY GOOD COLT WORLD WAR I MODEL 1911 CHAMBERED FOR .455 CALIBER.

SN W40527. Cal. 455. 5″ bbl with British 455 designation and proof marks. Left side of slide marked “Colt Automatic Calibre 455”. Left side of slide has traditional 2-line patent address and 2-line Colt address with rampant Colt at rear of slide with British proofs above. Right side of fame marked “Government Model” with SN “W40527”. Left side of frame has British broad arrow proof and traditional British proofs. 2-pc diamond pattern checkered grips with appropriate trigger, hammer, safety and mainspring housing. Accompanied by a factory letter. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection, ex Alex Chauffe SR. CONDITION: Good as refinished. Bore has strong rifling with darkness in grooves. Mechanics are crisp. Grips have moderate wear but are solid and have no material loss. Slight pitting exists under refinish but markings are sharp and legible. Magazine is an unmarked 45 ACP 1911 magazine. 51036-22 TDW (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1643

1644
$0.00

*OUTSTANDING COLT PRE-SERIES 70 NATIONAL MATCH .45 AUTOMATIC.

SN 7401-NM. Cal. 45. 5″ National Match marked bbl with Elliason adjustable rear sight and National match adjustable trigger. Checkered walnut grips with gold rampant Colt medallions. National Match bbl bushing with beveled recoil spring plug. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Prime example with most commercial high polish blue remaining, very minor traces of finish loss on right side of slide from shooting box storage. Bore and mechanics are excellent and show little or no use. With Colt marked commercial mag. Manufactured 1960 with a relatively short production run before being replaced by the series 70 model. 50595-56 (3,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 1644

1645
$5,462.50

*SPECTACULAR COMMERCIAL COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL 45.

SN C172769. Cal. 45 ACP. 5″ bbl. Deep pre-war high polish commercial blue with bright polished chamber and 2-pc checkered walnut grips without monograms. Manufactured in 1933 with two-tone commercial Colt auto marked magazine. Checkered long trigger with commercial fine checkered wide hammer. Housed in a reproduction Colt government model box. CONDITION: Stunningly fine condition, with mint bore and mechanics, with a slight trace of storage discoloration on left side of slide. The two-tone magazine is pristine and could not be improved upon. A very fine pre-war Commercial. 51034-31 TDW (3,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 1645

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1646
$2,875.00

*COLT COMMERCIAL GOVERNMENT MODEL .45.

SN C138571. Cal. .45 ACP. 5″ bbl. Manufactured 1924, one of the first commercial 1911 pistols with the A1 improvements. Walnut diamond checkered grips. Arched mainspring housing. Long grip safety and 2-tone seven rnd mag. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Colt factory blue has typical distress from minor use. Bore and mechanics are excellent. Grip checkering sharp and prominent. 50712-1 TDW (2,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 1646

1647
$2,300.00

*FINE COMMERCIAL COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL WITH MILLS HOLSTER.

SN C87081. Cal. .45 ACP. 5″ bbl. Very fine commercial Colt Government model, manufactured 1914. Factory checkered diamond pattern walnut grips. 2-tone lanyard loop Colt mag. Accompanied by undated Mills Patent web holster with steel plug. CONDITION: Very fine with a light coating of recent surface corrosion. Grips are excellent and sharp. Bore and mechanics are equally fine. A diligent cleaning would greatly enhance its condition. Holster is near new, no staining and most of its arsenal blackening on metal, lift-the-dot snap has pulled free but is believed it can be replaced. 50546-1 TDW (2,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 1647

1648
$2,587.50

*IMMEDIATE POST-WAR COMMERCIAL COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL AUTOMATIC.

SN 230204. Cal. 45ACP. 5″ bbl. Commercial Colt checkered plastic grips. Post-war single line Colt address. Manufactured 1947 and was one of the first commercial .45’s made post-war. CONDITION: Prime condition, with very little finish loss at leading edge of muzzle, little or no actual use evident. Mag is wartime Government contract. Mechanics are excellent, action is tight and crisp. 50827-20 TDW (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1648

1649
$3,277.00
Revised: 9/14/2016

Please Note: Due to a typographical error, the estimate should be $3,000-$5,000.

*PRIME COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL 45 COMMERCIAL WITH BOX AND PAPERWORK.

SN 332 401-C. Cal. 45ACP. 5″ bbl. Blue finish slide and frame in near new condition, standard commercial markings, manufactured 1969, with Colt monogrammed plastic grips and Colt marked mag. With orig numbered Colt box with label. CONDITION: Near new with very minor traces of box wear, has orig numbered factory box with Colt ppw. Box is good with scuff on top. 50827-23 TDW (1,800-2,500) – Lot 1649

1650
$2,185.00

*EARLY COMMERCIAL COLT 1911 .45 AUTOMATIC MANUFACTURE 1917.

SN C97606. Cal. .45 ACP. 5″ bbl. Diamond patterned checkered walnut grips. 2-tone Colt mag. Still has long trigger, flat mainspring housing, short grip safety and wide hammer. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with most blue finish remaining. Very possibly a period factory re-finish. Grips have moderate wear at base from use. Bore and mechanics are excellent. Mainspring housing appears to be period replacement. 50712-2 TDW (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1650

1651
$575.00

*EXTREMELY EARLY COMMERCIAL 1911 GOVERNMENT MANUFACTURED IN 1913.

SN C3157. Cal. 45 ACP. Manufactured in 1913. Appropriate slide and frame and hammer. All of the parts have been added over the last 103 years. The gun overall is a dove grey and plum brown patinaed finish with strong slide markings and frame markings. 2-pc checkered walnut grips and early Colt Commercial 7-rnd magazine. CONDITION: Good overall. Even plum grey finish overall with arched mainstream housing. 1911 A1 grip safety. 1911 A1 front and rear sights with stamped trigger. Springfield Armory replacement bbl with perfect rifling and chamber. Extremely early 2nd year production Commercial 1911. Has been upgraded with more modern parts, but is complete and functioning. 51034-33 TDW (750-1,500) C&R – Lot 1651

1652
$2,012.50

*STUNNING COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL 45 FACTORY NICKEL AND PEARL.

SN 288109C. Cal. 45 ACP.5″ bbl. Standard frame with factory high polish nickel overall with matte finish top of slide and bottom. Colt monogrammed faux mother of pearl grips. Manufactured in 1961 commercial series. Fixed sights, spur hammer and matte nickel finished Colt marked magazine. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, with very little evidence of use. Bore and mechanics are bright and sharp. Gun is slightly dirty from recent test firing. Nickel is very fine with no scratching or damage. Bbl chamber shows slight dragging from use but quite minimal. 51034-35 TDW (1,000-2,000) C&R – Lot 1652

1653
$1,380.00

UNCOMMON AND UNIQUE A.F. STOEGER 22 CONVERSION UNIT FOR 1911 GOVERNMENT PISTOL.

SN 38. Cal. 22LR. Single shot conversion for the 1911 government with assembly numbers 38 on major components with a 6-1/4″ overall length of bbl and positive single shot ejection. Drift adjustable rear sight with integral machined front sight. Magnificently crafted with stellar machine work. Purportedly manufactured in the late ’20’s and early 1930’s. Housed in its period A.F. Stoeger commercially marked leather scabbard. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with slight wear at muzzle, with excellent bore and mechanics. One small ding on top of chamber, otherwise, excellent. Scabbard has good solid stitching and supple brown leather, however, back of snap has pulled free and needs to be reattached. Extremely uncommon. 51034-22 TDW (500-1,000) – Lot 1653

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1654
$0.00

*VERY EARLY COLT 1911 PISTOL OF 1913.

SN 52623. Cal. 45 ACP. Standard 5″ bbl. Blue finish overall with early 2-line patent and address with rampant Colt on rear of left side. Right side marked “Model of 1911 U.S. Army” with narrow tapered front sight and early rounded rear sight. Traditional markings of “U.S. Property” on left front of frame and SN on right side above trigger. Inspected “WGP” in circle for Walter G. Penfield. 2-pc diamond pattern checkered grips with short hammer and appropriate trigger, mainspring housing and grip safety. Correct early Colt bbl and bushing. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection, ex Alex Chauffe SR. CONDITION: Good as totally refinished. Markings are strong and legible. Grips are good with slight wear but having had additional finish placed over them. Bore and mechanics are fine. Has late Risdon manufactured magazine. 51036-4 TDW (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1654

1655
$2,242.50

*EXCELLENT COLT 1911 U.S. PROPERTY MANUFACTURED 1918.

SN 304905. Cal. 45 ACP. With brushed blue finish overall. Correct Colt 2-line patent date and address with rampant Colt in center on left side of slide. Right side of slide marked “Model of 1911 U.S. Army”. Small Springfield Armory acceptance mark on left side of frame behind trigger. Marked “United States Property” on left side of frame. Proper walnut 2-pc checkered grips with 15-line checkering. Correct components consisting of trigger, safety, hammer, grip safety and mainspring housing. Properly inspected bbl with correct two-tone magazine. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection, ex Alex Chauffe SR. CONDITION: Fine overall, with much factory brush blue finish remaining. Typical finish loss on front of slide from holster wear and on high points of slide flats. Finish on top of slide is thinning with balance turning plum. Frontstrap is a soft grey finish as is mainspring housing. Numerous small scratches below slide stop and very slight corrosion between grip safety and right grip panel. Bore and mechanics are excellent. Extremely fine two-tone military magazine manufactured by American Pin Corp. of Waterbury, CT. 51036-6 TDW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1655

1656
$4,312.50

*FINE 1913 PRODUCTION COLT 1911 MILITARY.

SN 21103. Cal. .45 ACP. 5″ bbl. “U.S. Property” marked and inspected by Maj. Walter G. Penfield. 1913 manufacture with proper lanyard loop 2-tone mag. Standard 1911 configuration with no later 1911-A1 upgrades or modifications. Proper checkered diamond pattern walnut grips. CONDITION: Very fine overall condition and appears to be all orig and correct. Retains most of its orig blue military finish with excellent bore and mechanics. 1913 production guns typically are hard used and their survival in good condition is very uncommon. 50530-8 TDW (1,000-2,000) C&R – Lot 1656

1657
$3,450.00

*GOOD WORLD WAR II UNION SWITCH & SIGNAL MODEL 1911 A1 MANUFACTURED 1943.

SN 1052008. Cal. 45 ACP. Traditional 5″ bbl. Parkerized finish overall. Left side of slide with the intertwined US&S logo and marked “US&S Co., Swissvale, PA, USA”. Right side of frame are traditional United States property markings with SN and “M 1911 A1 U.S. Property”. Left side of frame has the traditional “RCD” inside of a circle inspection (R.C. Downey). 2-pc narrow ring plastic grips manufactured by Keyes. Correct trigger, hammer, safeties and mainspring housing are present. Correct Springfield manufactured bbl and Scovill manufactured magazine. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection, ex Alex Chauffe SR. CONDITION: Good overall, with most exterior finish having turned plum. A materially correct Union Switch & Signal with excellent bore and mechanics. 51036-20 TDW (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1657

1658
$4,600.00

*FINE SPRINGFIELD ARSENAL MODEL 1911 MANUFACTURED IN 1914.

SN 73336. Cal. 45 ACP. 5″ overall with Springfield Arsenal chemically blue finish with right side of slide showing the Springfield Arsenal eagle and marked “Model of 1911.U.S.Army”. Left side 3-line patent markings with “Springfield Arsenal U.S.A.” with ordinance bomb marking at rear over safety slot. Early tapered front sight and proper flat top U slot rear sight. Left side of frame marked “United States Property” with ordinance bomb to rear of trigger. Proper 2-pc diamond checkered grips with 11 rows of checkering. After detailed disassembly, the following parts were discovered to have the correct “S” markings for Springfield – firing pin gate, bbl bushing, hammer, slide stop, grip safety, mainspring housing, safety and trigger. Balance of parts are unmarked with exception of bbl which is a later high standard replacement. Magazine is an exceptional type 2 or key slot as they are commonly known and is exceptional with lanyard loop. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection, ex Alex Chauffe SR. CONDITION: Approximately half of the blue finish remains with balance being a pleasant plum. Quite attractive overall and a very honest example of an early Springfield 1911. 51036-21 TDW (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 1658

1659
$5,462.50

*EXCEPTIONAL U.S. SPRINGFIELD ARMORY 1911 45 PISTOL.

SN 105616. Cal. 45. Shipped August 1915 from Springfield Armory to Rock Island Arsenal. Slide marked on left “Springfield Army USA” with 3-line patent address and small Springfield Armory ordinance bomb on back left side. Right side of slide has Springfield Armory eagle and is marked “MODEL of 1911 U.S. ARMY”. Left side of receiver marked “United States Property” with small Springfield ordinance bomb to rear of trigger. Right side of frame has “NO. 105616”. 2-pc diamond pattern 11-groove checkered walnut grips. After detailed disassembly, internal parts are marked as follows: bbl marked “P” on left trunnion; recoil spring cap unmarked; bbl bushing marked with small “s” on underside; slide stop marked with small “s” on underside; safety is unmarked; main spring housing marked with small “s” on underside; grip safety long pattern is unmarked; hammer long pattern is also unmarked; trigger is marked with small “s” on the inside; magazine release is marked with small “s” on inside; firing pin stop is marked with small “s” on inside. All parts appear to be orig and authentic with the exception of the unmarked safety is a slightly different color but is unmarked. Magazine is proper Springfield Armory lanyard loop magazine with folded over base and slight brazed at top of rear. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with slight edge wear at muzzle and edges of sights. The ever-present disassembly drag mark is present, but not terribly. Bore and mechanics are bright and crisp. An exceptionally fine example of the Springfield 1911 with production from 1914 through 1916 with a total production of 25,760 pistols according to the Colt .45 Service Pistols Models of 1911 and 1911A1 by Charles W. Clawson. 51028-5 TDW (6,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 1659

1660
$5,175.00

*SCARCE REMINGTON UMC WORLD WAR I 45 AUTOMATIC.

SN 4574. Cal. 45 ACP. One of only 15,000 produced, the Remington UMC has always been one of the most sought after by 45 collectors. Left side of frame has a bold Remington UMC marking in circle with patent dates and address on both sides. Frame is marked “United States Property” with a strong “EEC” government inspector’s marking (Edward E. Chapman). Right side of slide marked “Model of 1911 U.S. Army Cal. 45”. Numbered on frame “NO.4574”. After detailed disassembly and inspection, very few faults were found. The only replacement part is a later Flannery- manufactured military bbl. Balance of parts are appropriate. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection, ex Alex Chauffe SR. CONDITION: Much of the Remington brushed blue finish remains with evidence of period pitting on slide and very lightly on frame. Frame finish has worn silver on frontstraps and turned rather plum on backstrap. Finish is thinning on underside of frame and top and right side of slide. A very good example of the Remington UMC with nice lanyard loop period magazine. 51036-10 TDW (4,500-9,000) C&R – Lot 1660

1661
$2,300.00

*VERY FINE 1944 PRODUCTION REMINGTON RAND 1911 A1 PISTOL.

SN 1811774. Cal. 45 ACP. Dark grey green Parkerized finish overall with small parts being blue. Left side of slide marked “Remington Rand Inc.Syracuse.NY.USA”. Has P proof on top of slide forward of rear sight. Left side of frame has prominent and still bright ordinance wheel, inspection with traditional “United States Property”, and SN and model designation “1911 A1 U.S.Army”. Left side of frame prominently inspected “FJA” for Frank J. Attwood with P proof at magazine release. Correct 2-pc Keys brown plastic grips with magazine manufactured by M.S. Little. Bbl is a commercial unmarked replacement. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection, ex Alex Chauffe SR. CONDITION: Excellent overall, retaining most Remington finish with typical wear at muzzle and at high points of slide. When examined under high intensity light, finish on frontstrap turns somewhat plum with balance of finish being excellent. 51036-19 TDW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1661

1662
$1,955.00

*OUTSTANDING REMINGTON RAND 1911-A1 .45 AUTOMATIC WITH PERIOD ACCESSORIES.

SN 1312661. Cal. 45 ACP. 5″ bbl. Parkerized finish, “FJA” inspection. Keys manufactured plastic grips. Shaver manufactured 7 rnd mag. Accompanied with 1945 dated Boyt leather holster, 1942 dated pistol belt with mag pouch, and 2 U.S. Military soft hats. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Very fine near new, very slight traces of edge wear. Excellent bore and mechanics. Holster is in its orig manufacture marked shipping bag, shows little to no use or handling. 1942 dated pistol belt, shows age appropriate use and handling, complete with mag pouch. 50909-16 TDW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1662

1663
$1,840.00

*EXCEPTIONAL REMINGTON RAND 1911-A1 WITH KRAFT BOX.

SN 1760692. Cal. 45ACP. 5″ bbl. Government Parkerized finish, “FJA” Government inspectors markings, with strong ordnance wheel inspection. Standard plastic checkered grips. Accompanied with government kraft 1911-A1 box. Manufacture 1945. CONDITION: Exceptional condition with only trace of chamber wear from slide being pulled to rear. Very minor edge wear from box storage. Mag shows no trace of use with strong “S” marking on front tab. Would be very hard to improve upon. Mechanically excellent. 50827-21 TDW (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1663

1664
$2,012.50

*VERY FINE REMINGTON RAND 1911-A1 U.S. PROPERTY.

SN 1932158. Cal. .45. 5″ bbl. Light gray/green phosphate finish overall. Brown plastic G.I. grips. “FJA” (Frank J. Atwood) inspection marks on left. Ordnance wheel inspection on right rear of frame. Proper and correct High Standard bbl. Balance of components proper Remington Rand issue. Manufactured 1944. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with most factory finish remaining although slightly thinning from use. All inspectors marks, numbers and property marks are clear and legible. Excellent bore and mechanics. A very nice representative WWII 1911-A1. 50935-15 TDW (1,750-2,500) C&R – Lot 1664

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1665
$2,070.00

*VERY GOOD 1943 PRODUCTION ITHACA 1911 A1 45 AUTOMATIC.

SN 1245063. Cal. 45 ACP. 5″ bbl. Parkerized finish overall. Slide marked “Ithaca Gun Co.Inc.Ithaca.NY” with large “P” inspection on top forward of rear sight. Slide traditional markings of “U.S. Property and M 1911 A1 U.S. Army” with SN. Small ordinance bomb inspection on right rear of frame. P proof inspection at magazine release. “FJA” inspection behind trigger for Frank J. Attwood. AA rebuild marking forward of slide stop indicating rebuild or re-inspection at Augusta Arsenal. Flannery manufactured bbl, Risdon Tool and Machine manufactured magazine. Checkered 2-pc walnut grips. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection, ex Alex Chauffe SR. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with typical but minor finish loss on muzzle and high points of safety sights, grip safety and mainspring housing. Overall finish is somewhat thinning and when exposed to bright light is somewhat plum. The Augusta Arsenal markings do no always indicate a total rebuild, however, they would explain the 2-pc checkered walnut grips which are of earlier Colt manufacture. An overall nice honest Ithaca. 51036-3 TDW (1,800-2,500) C&R – Lot 1665

1666
$0.00

*FINE COLT/ITHACA MODEL 1911 ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL REBUILD.

SN 629019. Cal. 45 ACP. Manufactured in 1919 as a 1911 Government Model 45. Later rebuilt and so marked at Rock Island Arsenal retaining many of the earlier 1911 parts, such as long trigger, diamond pattern checkered walnut grips, flat mainstream housing, short grip safety and not modified for finger grooves at trigger and having an Ithaca 1911 A1 slide assembly installed on top. This was commonly done during wartime and post-wartime. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with excellent bore and mechanics. Most Arsenal refinish remaining. Grips are very fine with slight wear at bottom and having been re-checkered probably at the Arsenal. Slight muzzle wear and evidence of holster wear, but this is typical for these rebuilt government models. 51034-34 TDW (1,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1666

1667
$1,437.50

*PUSAN JIN IRON WORKS HAND MADE COPY OF 1911 PISTOL.

SN 247. Cal. 45 ACP. Hand made copy of 1911 pistol and identified by markings on slide by being Pusan Jin Iron Works. Made for local consumption utilizing some orig U.S. military components. A very close outward resemblance of a 1911 and somewhat close dimensionally. Appears to have left their manufacturing facility in the white as there are no traces of finish after detailed disassembly. A truly interesting in-theater manufactured weapon. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection, ex Alex Chauffe SR. CONDITION: Outward condition appears to be fine. Believed to have been manufactured and left in the white, but no knowledge of its metallurgy strengths or weaknesses. 51036-12 TDW (1,000-2,000) C&R – Lot 1667

1668
$2,300.00

*INTRIGUING NORTH VIETNAMESE THEATER MADE COPY OF 1911 PISTOL.

SN 230777. Cal. 45 ACP. North Vietnamese in-country or theater manufacturing attempt to reproduce a 1911 A1 type pistol. Made by brazing multiple pieces of sheet metal into forming a theoretical copy of a 1911, utilizing a captured World War II era U.S. made magazine. Hand guns like this are prized by collectors of in-country made weapons. Using a combination of different designs of Soviet, U.S. and Spanish, this firearm was derived from these platforms. A great Vietnam War collectible. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection, ex Alex Chauffe SR. CONDITION: Overall dove grey, with areas of heavy patina, this in-country pistol was probably never finished at all. Most likely, left in the white for distribution to low level fighters. Magazine latch is missing and an aluminum plate with a screw has been adapted to the bottom to retain the magazine. 51036-13 TDW (2,000-3,000) – Lot 1668

1669
$0.00

*EXCELLENT ARGENTINE MODEL 1927 EJERCITO ARGENTINO.

SN 39822. Cal. 45 ACP. Deep blue finish overall with standard 5″ bbl. Manufactured in Argentina under license from Colt. Slightly over 100,000 were manufactured by Fabrica Militar de Armas Portatiles, Rosario, Argentina. Manufactured with hard rubber grips. Manufactured in Argentina and marked with the Argentine crest on left hand side. After detailed disassembly and examination, major components were properly numbered, being slide, bbl and frame. Magazine is of U.S. manufacture by M.S. Little, Hartford, CT. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection, ex Alex Chauffe SR. CONDITION: Very fine overall condition,retaining most of its arsenal blue finish with excellent bore and mechanics with typical and appropriate edge wear at muzzle and high points of slide. Many of these guns were imported into the United States in the late 1980’s and ’90’s that were heavily refinished and were of poor condition. This is not one of those guns as the finish is authentic and is not import marked. A fine example. 51036-16 TDW (3,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 1669

1670
$0.00

*FINE NORWEGIAN MODEL 1914 DATED 1926.

SN 10412. Cal. 11.25mm/45 ACP. Standard 5″ bbl with dark black phosphate finish overall. 2-pc diamond pattern checkered walnut with distinctive cutout for Norwegian slide release. Slide marked on left side “11.25 m/m AUT. PISTOL M/1914 No. 10412” with Norwegian crown proofs on opposite side of slide behind and below ejection port. The date “1926”. Frame on left side has SN in traditional location number 10412 with last 3 digits 412 marked on smaller components, trigger, ejector, safety, grip safety, recoil spring plunger and slide release. Bbl is a U.S. manufactured Flannery bbl and mainspring housing is a Colt-manufactured mainspring housing with lanyard loop. Magazine is from Argentine Ballester Molina. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection, ex Jack Whitaker SR. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with very good bore and mechanics. Finish overall very strong with typical muzzle wear and slight wear on flats of slide from holster use. Frame is very good with thin finish on front strap, grip safety and mainspring housing. Several small parts have been replaced but as a whole it is a very good Norwegian Model 1914. 51036-11 TDW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1670

1671
$2,012.50

*VERY FINE NORWEGIAN MODEL 1914 45 AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

SN 8759. Cal. 45 ACP. 5″ bbl, grey black phosphate finish with slide marked “11.25m/mAUT.PISTOL M/1914 No 8759”. Opposite side of slide dated “1925” over Norwegian proof. 2-pc checkered walnut grips checkered in the double diamond pattern with the distinctive slide stop cut in left grip. Most all small parts boldly serial numbered 8759, including bbl, trigger, safety, ejector, mainstream housing, grip safety, magazine release and recoil spring plunger with lanyard loop magazine. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall, with most all arsenal finish remaining. Slight finish wear on flats of slide, tops of sights, and high points of safety and slide release. Bore and mechanics are bright and crisp. Grips, although look rather dark, are appropriate as Norwegian grips were stained extremely dark. Slight finish loss on backstrap from carry and thinning of finish on frontstrap. A very fine example. 51034-9 TDW (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 1671

1672
$1,150.00

*VERY GOOD ARGENTINE HAFDASA MANUFACTURED BALLESTER MOLINA SAN JUAN POLICIA PROVINCIA.

SN 37424. Cal. 45 ACP. Blue finish overall. 2-pc walnut grips with vertical striations. An Argentine manufactured variation of the 1911 pistol with numerous design modifications to suit Argentine manufacturing. Nicely factory marked on left side for the San Juan Provincial Police. On left side traditional 3-line Argentine Hafdasa Manufacturing address and patent markings. Import marked “Interarms.Alex.VA.” above trigger on right side. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection, ex Jack Whitaker SR. CONDITION: Good as refinished. After detailed disassembly, all numbered parts found to be matching, inclusive of frame, slide and bbl. Magazine is an unmarked traditional 1911 magazine. Bore and mechanics are excellent. 51036-14 TDW (500-1,000) C&R – Lot 1672

1673
$4,542.50

*RARE MEXICAN OBREGON PISTOL NO. 608 OF 1000.

SN 608. Cal. 45 ACP. 5″ bbl fixed sights with matted slide. Left side of slide marked “SISTEMA OBREGON CALIBRE 11.43”, 1000 manufactured during World War II for commercial sale in Mexico. Rotating bbl system much like the Steyr or Savage with an overall appearance of the Model 1911 A1. Receiver marked “FABRICA NACIONAL DE ARMAS MEXICO NO. A608”. Blue finish overall. 2-pc checkered walnut grips. 7-rnd Colt pattern 45 magazine with smooth non-checkered wide hammer and serrated frontstrap. CONDITION: Exterior finish has turned a mottled plum finish with dark blue in somewhat protected areas. Bore and mechanics are excellent. Grips are slightly worn but very good with no breaks or cracks. An extremely rare 1911 derivative infrequently encountered. 51034-11 TDW (1,000-2,000) C&R – Lot 1673

1674
$2,875.00

*FINE COLT 1911 A1 1944 PRODUCTION U.S. PROPERTY.

SN 1636348. Cal. 45 ACP. 5″ bbl with Parkerized finish overall. Traditional 2-line address and patent date markings with rampant Colt in center. Frame marked “United States Property M1911A1 U.S. ARMY” with SN below U.S. Property. Visible ordinance wheel inspection on back right side of frame. Left side of frame inspected “GHD” for Guy H. Drewry. P proofed below magazine release and violent proofed on trigger guard. Proper 2-pc wide ring Colt plastic grips with appropriate trigger, hammer, safety and mainspring housing. Fine condition 7-rnd magazine manufactured by Risdon Manufacturing Co. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection, ex Alex Chauffe SR. CONDITION: Very good overall with most factory finish remaining with typical slide wear at muzzle and on high points of frame with a small area of pitting on right side above address. Frame has light holster wear on front of frame extension and typical finish loss on high points such as safety, front of trigger guard and at lanyard loop area. Bbl is an unmarked/unproofed commercial replacement. 51036-7 TDW (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1674

1675
$0.00

*EXCEPTIONALLY FINE WORLD WAR II COLT BRITISH LEND LEASE 1911 A1 PISTOL.

SN 1142437. Cal. 45 ACP. Colt 1911 A1 with all Parkerized finish with exception of bbl. Inspected “GHD” for Guy H. Drewry. F marked Flannery bbl. Proper 2-pc plastic large ring Colt wood grips. Strong U.S. inspection ordinance wheel on right side with good British proof marks on back right of slide and back right of frame. A fine Lend Lease example. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection, ex Alex Chauffe SR. CONDITION: Very fine overall condition, with slight finish wear at muzzle from storage or holster wear. High points of slide and frame show light use and thinning finish. Bore and mechanics are exceptional. Grip safety and mainspring housing finish is worn thin. Parkerized finish magazine S marked on lip for Scovill Manufacturing. 51036-23 TDW (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 1675

1676
$0.00

*VERY GOOD COLT 1911 A1 1942 MANUFACTURE.

SN 784022. Cal. 45 ACP. 5″ bbl with Parkerized finish overall. Traditional 2-line patent and address markings with rampant Colt in center. Large P proof on top of slide forward of rear sight. Frame has traditional “U. S. Property” markings with SN and “M1911 A1 U.S. Army”. Left side of frame has violent proof. P inspection at magazine release. “WB” inspector’s markings for Waldemar Broburg. Short solid checkered trigger with correct hammer, safety, mainstream housing and wide ring Colt grips. High Standard manufactured bbl. Early production gun with numbered slide matching numbered frame. Complete with Scovill manufactured magazine. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection , ex Jack Whitaker SR. CONDITION: Good overall, with Parkerized finish thinning and turning somewhat plum. Finish loss in typical areas of muzzle and high points of slide, safety, tops of sights and mainspring housing. Grip screws are worn bright. Excellent bore and mechanics. 51036-5 TDW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1676

1677
$5,750.00

*PRIME COLT 1911-A1 GOVERNMENT MODEL PISTOL WITH PERIOD ACCESSORIES.

SN 881213. Cal. .45 ACP. 5″ bbl. Keys pattern brown checkered plastic grips. Letter S (the commercial sale mark) stamped inside the slide and frame indicating unsold commercial Government Model pistols transferred by Colt to their existing Military contract. Manufactured 1943 and inspected by Guy H. Drewry, Lt. Col. For issue during WWII conflict. Accompanied by 5 additional period and earlier mags. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine near new condition, retaining most all of its dark orig phosphate finish with only the slightest traces of slide and edge wear from being lightly used and inspected. Bore and mechanics are as new. Grips likewise are sharp and near new. Government acceptance ordnance wheel is still bright. Would be very difficult to improve upon for any collection. 50956-1 TDW (3,000-5,500) C&R – Lot 1677

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1678
$3,450.00

*EXCEPTIONAL COLT 1911-A1 U.S. PROPERTY.

SN 1149445. Cal. .45 Cal. 5″ bbl. Dark gray/green phosphate finish with Colt military slide markings. Marked “United States Property M1911-A1 U.S. Army” right side of receiver. “GHD” (Guy H. Drewry) U.S. inspectors marks on left with strong U.S. ordnance wheel marking on right. Keys pattern brown plastic military grips with all Colt internal components and bbl. Manufactured 1943. CONDITION: Extremely fine overall, with modest finish loss at front of slide from period holster use, balance of finish is excellent with traces of edge wear. U.S. military marked mag is excellent with most finish remaining. Bore and mechanics are exceptional. A very nice mid-war example. 50935-1 (3,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 1678

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1679
$1,437.50

*VERY FINE COLT 1911 A1 MODEL 1927 ARGENTINE CONTRACT.

SN 389. Cal. 45 ACP. Blue finish overall. Manufactured by Colt under contract in 1927 with the Argentine Government. Marked on right side of slide “EJERCITO ARGENTINO/COLT CAL. 45 MOD. 1927”. Frames are numbered internally, however, still have the Violent proof from Colt on trigger guard. Argentine proof marks on top of bbl at chamber, No. 389 SN on top of slide. The initial run of these firearms manufactured in Hartford later on made under the Hafdasa name in Argentina and became known as the Sistemma Model 1927. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with typical light holster wear at muzzle and high points of flats of slide. Slight holster wear on safety and frontstrap. A small import marking of “CAISTLABVT on bottom of trigger guard and hand scribed “389” at frontstrap. Bore is dark. Mechanics are crisp. 51034-10 TDW (1,000-2,000) C&R – Lot 1679

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1680
$690.00

FOUR BOXES OF VINTAGE 1911 GOVERNMENT 45 ACP AMMO.

1) UNITED STATES CARTRIDGE CO 50 RND 2-PC BOX. Orange labels with red and black print. Cal. “.45 COLT AUTO, C.F.” for “COLT’S AUTOMATIC PISTOL/FULL METAL JACKET BULLET”. Bottom of box stamped “27 E/M 26 MI”. 2) FRANKFORD ARSENAL 20 RND BOX. Marked “PISTOL BALL/CALIBER .45 M1911/AMMUNITION LOT F.A. 981”. 3) FRANKFORD ARSENAL 20 RND BOX. Marked “PISTOL, BALL/CALIBER .45 M 1911/For AUTOMATIC PISTOL, CAL. .45 M 1911/Powder, Pistol, No. 5, Army Lot 99 Cartridge Lot No 378”. 4) UNITED STATES CARTRIDGE CO 20 RND BOX OF BALL CARTRIDGES. “For AUTOMATIC PISTOL, Cal. 45, Model of 1911./Smokeless Powder, Muzzel (sic) Velocity 800 +/- 25 feet per second,/Dupont Powder Lot No.” PROVENANCE: The Advance Collection of Gerard A. Ruth formerly of Alex Chauffe Sr. and Jack Whitaker. CONDITION: 1) Full box with sealed sides. Bottom is loose along one edge and one side allowing inspection of cartridges. Label shows light fading with some tattering of edges. 2) Sealed box having faded label. 3) Box has open end flap with slight tear on box side and label. Label shows slight fading. Box has plastic wrap preventing inspection. 4) Slight fading of label. Box has plastic wrap preventing inspection. 51036-29 DS (250-500) – Lot 1680

1681
$10,925.00

*SPECTACULARLY RARE COLT SUPER MATCH SUPER 38 AUTOMATIC WITH ADJUSTABLE SIGHTS.

SN 33716. Cal. 38 Super. 5″ bbl with bright polish commercial blue overall with Stevens adjustable rear sight, checkered long trigger, and proper 2-pc non-monogrammed Colt brown plastic grips. The Colt Super Match Automatic is one of the rarest and most difficult to find automatics. Only 3,909 were produced of which 2,250 were mounted with adjustable sights. This example comes with a factory letter verifying its configuration. Gun being shipped to Cullum & Boren Company, Dallas, Texas, November 15, 1946. Shipped blue finish adjustable sight in a 50 gun shipment. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, with slight finish loss on edges of the flats of the slide. Finish loss is also on the high points of the front and rear sight with finish thinning on frontstrap and arched mainspring housing. Bore and mechanics are bright and crisp. An exceptionally rare gun rarely offered for sale. 51034-2 TDW (5,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 1681

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1682
$2,300.00

*SCARCE COLT NATIONAL MATCH .38 SPECIAL MID-RANGE WITH BOX.

SN 6227-MR. Cal. 38spl. 5″ bbl. National Match Elliason adjustable sights with checkered walnut grips with rampant Colt medallions. Match adjustable trigger. Manufactured 1970. 1 of approximately 7000 produced. With Colt box. CONDITION: Very fine with slight traces of edge wear. Mechanics are good. Box good with numerous scuffs and edge wear. 50827-22 TDW (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 1682

1683
$3,162.50

*STUNNING COLT SUPER 38 AS NEW IN BOX.

SN 201533. Cal. 38 SUPER. Blue finish overall with 2-pc brown plastic Colt monogrammed grips. High polish finish on sides of slide with matted finish on top. Fixed front and rear sights with 5″ bbl. Is housed in its numbers-matching brown and black box with factory label. Accompanied by two spare Colt magazines and an additional pair of Colt checkered monogrammed walnut grips. CONDITION: Manufactured in 1968, this gun appears to have been unused with no wear at end of muzzle or anywhere else. Bore and mechanics are, of course, perfect. Spare magazines show no wear. Spare grips never installed. Box is extremely fine with slight distress at corners. 51034-32 TDW (1,500-3,500) – Lot 1683

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1684
$3,162.50

*PRIME COLT GOLD CUP 38 SPECIAL MID RANGE PISTOL IN BOX.

SN 6548MR. Cal. 45 ACP. Unfired condition. 5″ 38 Special fluted chamber bbl with Elliason adjustable rear sight and Patridge front sight. Gold Cup wide adjustable trigger with traditional Colt national match commercial markings on left side of slide. SN “6548MR” indicating manufactured in 1970. Included is the factory-numbered test target, instruction manual and bushing wrench. CONDITION: Pristine unfired condition, with all accessories. Box is exceptionally fine, but has been personalized inside with a date and name. 51034-30 TDW (1,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1684

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1685
$1,725.00

*EXCEPTIONAL COLT NATIONAL MATCH .45 PRE-SERIES 70.

SN 5231-NM. Cal. 45ACP. 5″ National Match bbl. Elliason adjustable rear sight with partridge front. Manufactured 1960 for National Match and target use. Checkered walnut grips with gold rampant Colt medallions. CONDITION: Exceptional overall, with traces of edge wear at high points of slide and frame. Bore and mechanics are very fine. Action is tight and crisp. 50827-19 TDW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1685

1686
$11,500.00

*SPECTACULAR GENERAL OFFICER’S MODEL M-15 45 PISTOL BY ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL.

SN GO 628. Cal. 45 ACP. Developed in 1972 and manufactured at Rock Island Arsenal. The Model M-15 General Officer’s 45 was issued through 1981 when replaced with the M-9 GO Beretta. These pistols were fabricated using a standard M 1911 A1 pistol milling off all old markings; reducing slide and bbl length to 4-1/2″; installing high profile sights match bbl and trigger and checkering frontstrap of grip; installing 2-pc checkered walnut grips with ordinance wheel medallion from Rock Island Arsenal; and, installing a small nickel silver nameplate on left grip. Slide is marked “General Officer’s Model/RIA”. Frame is marked “Serial No. GO 628”. All markings are inlaid with gold. This Model M-15 was issued to U.S.A.R. Major General James Neal Ellis. Pistol is housed in its proper and correct open top black leather holster marked “DEPUTY/BUCHEIMER, VALENCIA CALIF/Clark, No. B16-74”. Complete military bio available on our website. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine condition, with very light traces of finish wear on high points of slide and slight discoloring on sides of hammer. The deep arsenal blue finish remains fully intact. The 2-pc walnut grips are exceptional with no evidence of wear or distress. Bore and mechanics are excellent. All gold inlay is present with no loss. The fact that these guns were fabricated by a U.S. military arsenal makes them a spectacular oddity. The entire production is listed as 1,004 units. 51013-1 TDW (4,000-6,000) – Lot 1686

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1687
$0.00

*PRIME COLT 38AMU AUTOMATIC MATCH PISTOL.

SN 156813R. Cal. 38 ACP. 5″ 38AMU marked bbl with Elliason Manufacturing marked, Bomar pattern rear target sight and wide Patridge front target sight. Commercial high polish blue overall with checkered walnut 2-pc grips, long serrated target trigger and polished target hammer with Colt commercial serrated target mainspring housing. Magazine marked “Colt 38AMU”. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection, ex Alex Chauffe SR. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall condition, with very light handling marks with very minor wear on front of slide from operation and typical light burnishing on top of chamber from having been fired. Frame finish is excellent with several very minor amounts of finish loss on extreme high points and corners of trigger guard and mainspring housing. Three extremely small spots of finish loss are evident on the Colt address on left side of slide. More likely from being in a shooting box. Bore and mechanics are exceptional. 51036-9 TDW (2,500-3,500) – Lot 1687

1688
$4,025.00

*EXCEPTIONAL PRE-WAR COLT ACE .22 AUTOMATIC SN: 989 WITH BOX.

SN 989. Cal. 22LR. 4-3/4″ bbl, manufactured 1931. Checkered walnut grips. 2-tone Colt Ace marked mag. Adjustable rear sight. With orig and properly numbered Colt box with numbered Colt test target, ppw and sight adjustment tool. NOTE: Consecutive serial number 988 offered in following lot. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Very fine, orig blue finish showing only slight traces of edge wear from box storage. Excellent checkered walnut grips. Mechanics are excellent with fine action. Box is about good, with strong label, distress at edges. 50823-15 TDW (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 1688

1689
$2,530.00

*SCARCE PRE-WAR COLT ACE .22 SN: 988 WITH BOX.

SN 988. Cal. 22LR. 4-3/4″ bbl. Blue finish with checkered walnut grips, adjustable rear sight. 2-tone mag. With exceptional Colt Ace box, not numbered to this gun with ppw and cleaning rod. NOTE: Consecutive number 989 sold as previous lot. PROVENANCE: Accompanying this lot is a Colt Factory letter indicating shipped to Lyon’s Hardware, Los Angeles, CA, 1931. The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Very good overall, mechanics are good. Typical front strap and edge wear consistent with age. 50823-19 TDW (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 1689

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1690
$27,600.00

*MUSEUM QUALITY COLT SERVICE MODEL ACE WITH BOX.

SN SM1545. Cal. .22 LR. 5″ bbl with floating chamber. Blue finish with factory checkered walnut grips. Stevens adjustable rear sight with checkered target trigger. Manufactured 1940 with numbers matching box. Included are sight adjustment tool and instructions, orig test target and orig handgun carry permit numbered to the gun, dated 1940 for Ishpeming, MI. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Near new with only minor traces of finish wear at the heel of frame and high points of grip screws. Very minute finish loss is evident at edges of muzzle from box storage. Box is superb with great labels and very minor wear on exterior corners. The finest this cataloger has seen to date. 50823-3 TDW (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 1690

1691
$5,175.00

*U.S. INSPECTED COLT SERVICE MODEL ACE .22 CALIBER.

SN SM11691. Cal. 22. 5″ bbl with floating chamber. Phosphate finish. Keys manufactured brown plastic checkered grips. United States property marked and inspected “G.H.D.” for Lt. Col. Guy H. Drewry. Manufactured 1945. With proper service model Ace mag. CONDITION: Outstanding overall orig condition, with very little evidence of use, slight traces of finish wear at muzzle and right side of slide from storage. Ordnance wheel inspection still bright. Would be very difficult to improve upon. 50827-18 TDW (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 1691

1692
$0.00

*EXCEPTIONAL GUIDE LAMP DIVISION LIBERATOR PISTOL.

SN NSN. Cal. 45 ACP. Manufactured clandestinely, one million Model FP-45 pistols were manufactured by the Guide Lamp Division of General Motors. These guns were given the nickname Liberator as they were to be dropped behind enemy lines for resistance use. Made of sheet metal construction with a 4″ smooth bore and a trap bottom for holding additional cartridges. Initially made for the European theater, a large portion of the production ended up with General William Donovan of the O.S.S. These rare guns are now classified as curio and relic. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection, ex Alex Chauffe SR. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, with very slight darkening on backstrap as these guns were never finished. This one is exceptionally fine. Bore and mechanics are excellent. 51036-8 TDW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 1692

2000
$37,375.00

THE ULTIMATE SCHUETZEN RIFLE.

SN 5718. Nothing in the line of Schuetzen rifles of this quality has ever been offered before. This is the most ornate Schuetzen rifle ever produced and was even described as such when it was made in 1881. A book would be required to describe this rifle adequately. The rifle was ordered by the Khl. Privlg. Hauptschutzen Gesellschaft, Munchen (Royal Privileged Central Schuetzen Society of Munich). The cost was 1000 Reich-marks, a vast sum at that time. It was displayed at the 1881 VII Bundschiessen (national shoot) held in Munich. It was to be an honor prize at the VIII Bundschiessen to be held in Leipzig in 1884. Every inch of this rifle is embellished with the finest workmanship and quality it was possible to produce at that time. The action is high-relief engraved with a matte gold background. One side has a very strange looking bird, while the other has an owl. The underside of the action has a stags head and hunting paraphernalia. The article in the Festival Newspaper stated that the engraving style is done in that of the renowned Suhl gun maker Johann Stockmar, who made guns in the mid-18th century. The article also indicated that the coverage of ivory was to give a similar look to the matchlock ivory covered firearms produced several centuries earlier. The bbl is 30″ long and is most interesting in that each surface between the ribs of the fluting is chased in a different pattern. The top of the bbl is beautifully inlaid in gold “C. Stiegele Jun in Munchen” surrounded by ornate inlays of different colors of gold and platinum. It is still chambered for its orig cartridge, probably 9.5x47R, or something similar. The buttstock and forearm are literally covered in carved ivory inlays engraved with such skill that the figures appear life-like. The forearm, on one side has ferocious looking dogs hunting. On the other side is a family of deer in the forest. The buttstock has a scene showing Diana the Huntress with her dogs and game which is more than spectacular. On the other side is a hunter, on his horse, holding his spear, while his dogs are attacking 2 lethal looking bears. All the inlays need close up inspection to truly appreciate their quality. On the top of the stock’s comb is an inscription mentioning the Honor Prize. This rifle also won several awards including an NRA Silver Medal display award. It was also presented in the “Roll of Honor” in the April 2016 issue of Man-at-Arms. PROVENANCE: Alte Scheibenwaffen Vol. 1 pages 180-183; Classic German Target Arms pages 188-195. The Allen Hallock Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Overall in just wonderful condition. Almost all the bbl blue remains. No apparent chips or dents and shows very little handling abuse. One screw on the buttplate is a correct style replacement, but needs to be aged. The correct front and rear sights are present but the bbl sight is missing. 50900-1 (30,000-40,000) IVORY – Lot 2000

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2001
$10,350.00

SYSTEM WERNDL FIT FOR ROYALTY.

SN NSN. This was a popular Austrian design adapted from one of their military rifles. The action of this rifle exhibits simply the very best in engraving and gold inlays and has total coverage of every surface. The top of the action is inlaid in large gold letters “Patent Werndl System Holub.” The ornate trigger guard is a combination of horn and steel with the steel portion engraved and inlaid in gold. The buttplate is engraved and is made of probably either silver or German silver, but may be simply plated. The bbl is 29″ long, is fluted in a deluxe style, and has a small gold inlay at the muzzle end. The top of the barrel at the breech end is inlaid in gold and reads, “Osterreichische Waffenfabriks Gesellschaft Styer and Pest.” Pest was one half of Budapest. The rifle is possibly chambered for the 8.15x46R cartridge, but has not been positively determined. The correct front and rear sights are still with the rifle. The rear sight’s workmanship and design is as complex as it is possible to make. The base is even inlaid in gold. The one-piece stock is fantastically carved using patterns of scrolls, flowers and foliage. The forend has a steel cap which is also engraved and inlaid with gold. PROVENANCE: Classic German Target Arms pgs. 108-110. The Allen Hallock Collection. CONDITION: The bbl has been relined and is now probably chambered for the German 8.15x46R cartridge. The hammer does not remain at full cock and may just need a simple adjustment. There is a very small chip in the horn portion of the trigger guard as well as a tiny hole. The buttstock shows several very small dents and handling marks. Most of the bbl blue is still intact. There is a small dove-tail spacer on the top of the bbl where a sight was probably removed. The rifle remains in wonderful condition and is a real show stopper. 50900-22 TWR (10,000-15,000) – Lot 2001

2002
$9,200.00

STIEGELE GOLD.

SN 11047. Cal. 8.15x46R. Exceptional even among Stiegele’s best rifles. This rifle is embellished in a very rare “Jugendstil” (Art Nouveau) style. This rifle has total coverage of exceptional carving, inlays and engraving. The fluted bbl is 29-1/4″ long and has wonderful intricate gold inlays in the top for about half its length. The top of the action has “C. Stiegele Munchen” inlaid in gold. The bbl is fluted in a most deluxe style and has a few small gold inlays at the muzzle. The sides of the action have complex gold borders in a foliate design. One side is engraved with a dog in a rural setting. The other shows an eagle and its prey. The bottom of the action has the owners initials: “MH” inlaid in gold. The trigger guard has two exquisite gold bird inlays and other details also in gold. Gold!, Gold!, Gold! everywhere. Even the buttplate has gold inlays. There is more gold in this rifle than any other so far observed. The buttstock is fully carved. The left side has a panel showing a bugling stag. The right side has two panels, one shows a bird in a tree, while the other depicts 3 does. The forearm is masterfully carved in a leaf design with birds intertwined. The buttstock and forearm are extensively inlaid with what we believe is platinum wire in a usual design. The rifle remains in fine condition. PROVENANCE: Alte Scheibenwaffen Vol. pgs 189-193; Classic German Target Arms pgs. 72-76. Ex-Tom Rowe Collection. The Allen Hallock Collection. CONDITION: The rear sight while of correct design is believed to be a replacement. The front sight is a crude replacement. The bbl sight is missing. Excellent bore. Very minor nicks, dents, etc. in the stock from handling. Most orig finish is intact. The blue of the bbl has a few minor blemishes. Overall fine. 50900-17 TWR (10,000-15,000) – Lot 2002

2003
$19,550.00

CLASSIC STIEGELE OF THE BEST QUALITY.

SN 6506. This rifle would be a centerpiece in any collection. The left side of the action is engraved with Diana the Huntress, a stag, dogs, small game and a small boy coming out of the woods. The right side of the action shows a family of deer in the forest. Both sides are bordered in gold inlays. The quality of the fabulous engraving is far beyond what was being produced in the U.S. at that time. The front and rear sights are correct while the bbl sight is missing. The buttstock and forearm have full coverage carving in a foliate style. The bbl is stamped with a “V” which indicates the rifle was made before the proof laws of 1891. The top of the bbl has Stiegele’s name inlaid in different shades of gold and platinum. An inlaid deer at the muzzle end is absolutely incredible in lifelike detail. The bbl is still chambered for an early cartridge, probably the 9.5x47R. Most have been relined to 8.15x46R. The bbl is fluted in a deluxe rarely found style and is 30″ long. This exact rifle is featured on the cover of the December 2001 issue of Gun Report. A centerpiece for any collection. PROVENANCE: Classic German Target Arms pgs. 64-67. The Allen Hallock Collection. CONDITION: Overall in very fine condition. The stock has a few minor dings & dents from handling. The bore is excellent. The blue on the bbl is in excellent condition. One small dent is on the underside of the bbl. 50900-16 TWR (10,000-15,000) – Lot 2003

2004
$7,475.00

WONDERFUL STIEGELE MARTINI.

SN 7092. Cal. 8.15x46R. This example is one of the plainer Stiegele rifles when compared to some of the Golden Age gold-encrusted examples, but just look at the quality of the carving and engraving. The bbl is 29-1/4″ long and fluted with a design that is a round bbl with external ribs. “Carl Stiegele Jun Munchen” is inlaid in gold on the breech end of the bbl. This bbl has been relined as is so common with bbls that have been updated to a new smaller cal. This was commonly done as totally replacing a bbl was a very expensive proposition. Stiegele’s name is surrounded by scrolls inlaid in gold. Stamped on the right side of the bbl is the letter “V” which indicates the rifle was made before the proof laws of 1891. The front and rear sights appear correct for this rifle and as is so common, the bbl sight is missing. The rear sight post is calibrated for distance. Both the buttstock and forearm are extensively carved in flowers, vines and leaves by a craftsman of great skill. PROVENANCE: Classic German Target Arms pgs. 52-54. The Allen Hallock Collection. CONDITION: Bbl blue shows very little wear a barrel swivel was present but is now lost. Bore is excellent. The action shows considerable case color. Wood is excellent with very minor handling marks. Shrinkage of the wood in the forearm has left a small gap between the forearm and the action. This rifle remains in unusually fine condition. 50900-13 TWR (9,000-15,000) – Lot 2004

2005
$9,200.00

WENZEL OF EXHIBITION QUALITY.

SN 343. This action was sold in Vienna, Austria by L. Wurzinger. It was based on an Austrian military design greatly modified and adapted for use in a target rifle. This rifle was obviously made for someone or something of importance. The action, engraved with Wurzinger’s name is somewhat similar in operation to a Springfield Trapdoor. It is wonderfully engraved and inlaid in gold in an unusual and attractive relief style by a true master. The hammer and firing pin support are deeply chiseled heads of sea serpents. The metal is fabulously carved. The top of the action shows intricate gold inlays which are a continuation of that shown on the lock plate. The rear and front sight appear correct but there is a spacer engraved and inlaid in the bbl where there was probably a bbl sight. The bbl is 28-3/4″ long and fluted. Three extensive gold inlays are found on the bbl, one at the breech, one just in front of the forearm and another just behind the front sight. The rifle was probably originally chambered for one of the fat bottle neck designs that were so popular in the 1880’s. The barrel is now a smoothbore. A moderate amount of top quality carving is found on the butt as well as a carved forend. Even the buttplate is finely engraved. PROVENANCE: Alte Scheibenwaffen Vol. 2 pgs 296-297; Classic German Target Arms pgs. 112-115. The Allen Hallock Collection. CONDITION: The one-piece stock is in fine condition with just a few minor handling marks. Fine overall with just some discoloration of the blue. Oddly the bbl has no rifling and the cataloger surmises that the bbl was probably a candidate to be relined, but the liner was never installed. Installing a liner would be a simple process. Overall this is just a spectacular example of a fairly rare System. 50900-23 TWR (8,000-15,000) – Lot 2005

2006
$7,475.00

STAHL MARTINI OF ABSOLUTELY THE BEST QUALITY.

SN 5102. Cal 8.15x46R. This Stahl is just the best of the best. Most Stahls were made during the Golden Age from about 1880-1900 or so and several were highly embellished. Very few were made as fancy as this one. Made for a left handed shooter. The front and rear sights are present and are correct. The rear sight is engraved to match the engraving on the action and also is serial numbered to the rifle. The bbl sight is missing. The bbl is 30″ long and fluted in a complex style, the bbl being round with raised ribs. The breech end of the bbl has wonderful delicate gold inlays. It was also originally fitted for a cleaning rod, typical for early rifles. This rifle’s bbl has been relined, it was probably originally made in one of the larger calibers such as 9.5x47R and by relining the improved 8.15x46R cartridge could be adapted without the expense of making a whole new bbl. This was a common alteration to convert old rifles to use the new cartridge and does not hurt the value of the rifle. Stamped on the bbl is a crown over a “V” which indicates it was made before 1891 when the proof laws were adapted. Intricate gold inlays are in the bbl just in front of the action. Also marked on the bbl is “B. Stahl Suhl” The fully engraved action’s sides have 2 exceptional large gold inlays. One is Germania holding the Kaiser’s crown in one hand and a sword in the other. The orig stature of Germania surmounts the “Watch on the Rhine” monument erected following the Franco-Prussian War. The inlay on the other side represents the Northern and Southern shooters coming together in front of the Bundes Banner in 1861 in Gotha. This was when Germany was composed of small states such as Bavaria and Prussia and the country was starting to unify. The fully engraved underside of the action also has “System Stahl” inlaid in gold. The stock wood is of extra high quality and is in fine condition. One side of the stock has what is believed to be a German silver inlay with the owner’s name engraved on it. The other side has a forest scene with a doe and a buck, all in masterful deep relief carving. The buttplate has a small amount of tasteful engraving. The rifle is also unusually heavy. PROVENANCE: Alte Scheibenwaffen Vol. 2 pg. 156-157; Classic German Target Arms pgs. 42-45. The Allen Hallock Collection. CONDITION: The bbl, just in front of the action, shows a few small vice marks. The buttstock has a very small crack just in front of the thumb rest. Overall very fine condition and a center piece for anyone’s collection. 50900-12 TWR (8,000-12,000) – Lot 2006

2007
$5,750.00

*EXTRAORDINARY SYSTEM AYDT ART NOUVEAU STYLE SCHUETZEN RIFLE.

SN 738. Cal.8.15 x 46R. Retailed by C. Guntermann of Dusseldorf which remains in wonderful condition. Original System Aydts used actions made by Haenel with the rest of the rifle completed by another maker. Most of these rifles were made in Suhl or Zella-Mehlis (the German gun-making center) and sold to a retailer who had his name put on the rifle. This rifle exhibits very unusual engraving in a delicate Art Nouveau style and a layout that is 90 degrees off from that normally found. The action has “Original System Aydt” inlaid in gold on the top of the action. The action has a French finish which is silver in color. The woman with the bow is Diana the Huntress, a favorite subject for German engravers. The bbl is 32″ long and is fluted, the top being matted. Inlays in the bbl ahead of the action are probably done in platinum. The buttstock is deep relief carved in panels. The left side shows a stag and two does in flight. The right side has a Satyr and his child. The forearm is deeply carved in a floral pattern. Date of proof November 1907. PROVENANCE: Classic German Target Arms pages 10-13. The Allen Hallock Collection. CONDITION: Needs a touch of minor cleaning. Significant chip out of the thumb rest, which should be easily repairable. Minor handling marks. Bore is excellent. Bbl blue is excellent and is full length matted. Wood finish on forearm and buttstock is very good. The rear sight is correct in style but believed to be a replacement. Bbl sights and front sights are missing, the original front sight base is present. Tiny crack in the forearm. 50900-5 TWR (7,000-12,000) – Lot 2007

2008
$7,762.50

*TOP OF THE LINE BUCHEL MEISTER.

SN 1218. Cal. 8.15 x 46R. The Buchel Meister was made in Zella-Mehlis, Germany from about 1915 through 1935. It was considered the “final development” by most German shooters in the multitude of designs of actions for Schuetzen rifles. As this rifle was made rather late (proof date August 1910) it doesn’t show the ornate work, carving and engraving, found on rifles made before 1900, the “Golden Age” of ornate Schuetzen rifle craftsmanship. It is of high quality however, with several upgrade features. The renaissance medallions showing generic shooter’s portraits on both side of the action were at additional cost as was the rarely found thumb safety. Note the backward trigger, a Buchel design. The oct bbl is 31-1/2″ long. The correct sights: front, bbl and rear sights are all present and serial numbered to the rifle. The Feld (field) sight is in a shooting box that accompanies the rifle. Having the orig shooting kit to go with the rifle is like the Holy Grail for Schuetzen collectors. The original keys accompanies the loading box which contains the correct feld sight—serial numbered to the rifle, shotgun bore cleaning brush, cleaning rod tip—correct for the rifle, sight key, bullet seater, blade front sight insert and a powder dipper marked 0.9GR. H.SP.SCH.P.FEINKORN3 and numerous 8.15x46R empty cartridges. This is a wonderful example of one of the most desirable Schuetzen rifles. PROVENANCE: Classic German Target Arms pages 14-16. The Allen Hallock Collection. CONDITION: The rifle is in very fine condition with just minor handling marks on the stock. The action’s case colors have faded. It has a full oct bbl with an excellent bore, bbl blue is almost all there. Bbl marked “Prima Wittenestahl”, which is a top quality bbl steel. Buttplate with minor engraving shows most of its orig bright case color. Thumb safety needs adjustment. 50900-6 TWR (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 2008

2009
$8,337.50

WONDERFUL EXAMPLE OF A VON SCHATZL MARTINI.

SN 46. Cal. 8.15×46. Another Martini variant-the Von Schatzl. This is one of the most common of the Martini types but rarely found with this level of embellishment. Both sides of the action are masterfully engraved in a relief style with a dark stippled background with figures from the middle ages, one is a bearded soldier the other wearing a medieval costume. The bottom of the action, also fully engraved, has a large gold monogram of the orig owner’s initials. The stock and forearm both have wonderful carving of the finest quality. The forearm and one side of the buttstock have a foliate pattern. The left side of the buttstock has a naked winged cherub, obviously a boy. One wonders if it is a likeness of Mr. Hallock in his earlier years? The bbl is 30″ long and fluted in a deluxe pattern. It is marked “Miller & Val Greiss Munchen” who were well known as suppliers of quality Schuetzen rifles. The names are ornately inlaid in the bbl with the first letter of each name in gold, while the rest of the name is probably in platinum. The bbl is still chambered for an early cartridge, probably the 9.5x47R or something similar and has an excellent bore. The breech end of the bbl is inlaid by a master in a complex pattern in platinum and gold. A “V” proof mark is present which indicates that the rifle was made pre-1891 when the proof laws were instituted. The front, rear and bbl sight are on the rifle and are correct. PROVENANCE: Alte Scheibenwaffen Vol. 2 pg. 134; Classic German Target Arms pgs. 103. The Allen Hallock Collection. CONDITION: The rifle remains in extremely fine condition with just the smallest of handling marks. A tiny chip is in the wood near the top of the buttplate. Almost all bbl blue remains. The fire blue on the block removal pin is brilliant and a considerable amount of case color remains. The stock wood is nearly perfect. 50900-20 TWR (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2009

2010
$5,750.00

*MAGNIFICENT SCHMIDT & HABERMANN MARTINI.

SN NSN. Cal. 8.15x46R. A less ornate rifle, beautifully made of the very best materials. This Martini design is uncommon. The stock wood is of an extra high quality, but has been refinished and the checkering cleaned up. One side is engraved in an unusual and pleasing design of a man running. The other side shows a shooter in the offhand position. No carving is on this rifle but it is not needed as it is such an elegant design. Both scenes are surrounded by the finest quality engraving. The oct bbl is 29.25″ long with a perfect bore. The bbl has, at the breech end, numerous intricate inlays. The sights are orig to this rifle. The end of the bbl has some tasteful inlays and it is also full length matted. The rear sight is correct for the rifle as is the front and bbl sights. PROVENANCE: Alte Scheibenwaffen Vol. 2 pg. 147; Classic German Target Arms pages 32-33. The Allen Hallock Collection. CONDITION: Overall very good as wood appears to have been refinished by a talented professional. It appears that a support peg is behind the checkering as well as a repaired crack—hard to detect. There is a small chip where the stock adjoins the lower tang. The bbl blue appears excellent. When the stock was made there was a flaw in the stock blank that and patched and very good light is needed to detect it. 50900-9 TWR (2,500-5,000) C&R – Lot 2010

2011
$9,200.00

*FINE OLD STAHL MARTINI.

SN 930. Cal. 8.15x46R. The Stahl Martinis were quite popular but just a few were made in this quality. The action is a take down and is engraved on one side with the Schuetzen Liesl and a cherub; the other with an old-time target shooter holding an ancient rifle and another cherub holding a bow. The bottom of the action is engraved with the owner’s family coat-of-arms. The bottom of the trigger guard has an indecipherable monogram of the owners initials. Correct front and rear sights are present but the bbl sight is missing. The bbl is 29-1/4″ long and gold inlays and a cherub inlaid in platinum are just in front of the action on the top of the fluted bbl. The buttstock is of unusually fine wood and beautifully carved. The left side is carved in deep relief with flowers, vines and leaves. Also on top of the bbl is the retailer’s name “D.A. Nohascheck Mainz”. The right side shows a lady in clothing from the middle ages holding a goblet. The buttstock was made for a left handed shooter. The forearm end is horn polished bone. PROVENANCE: Classic German Target Arms pages 38-41. The Allen Hallock Collection. CONDITION: Overall in fine condition. The buttplate shows most of its orig bright case color, the colors on the action have faded. The bore is to be excellent. Close inspection shows both sides of the forearm have had replacement wood inserted where the orig wood was split away. 50900-11 TWR (2,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 2011

2012
$1,725.00

*WONDERFUL BUCHEL TELL TWO BARREL OUTFIT.

SN 1935. Cal. 22 L.R. & .22 S. Most unusual to find a pistol with its orig extra bbl. This design was favored by most of the winners of the Olympics in the 1930’s. The action is fitted with a single set trigger and a ramp on the top which the rear sight fits on. Both barrels are 12-3/4″ long and one is in 22 short while the other is 22 long rifle. Bbls are oct with both top flats matted. Marked on the action’s side “Buchel Original Tell” and engraved in a finely scrolled burst effect. Stamped under the bbl on both bbls is “Made in Germany”, so obviously this pistol is made for export. PROVENANCE: Classic German Target Arms pg. 125. The Allen Hallock Collection. CONDITION: Both bbls have excellent bores and each has its own forearm. One forearm has a significant chip at the bottom. The bbl blue shows the most minor wear. The case color on the action is just slightly faded but basically all there. 50900-26 TWR (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 2012

2013
$2,875.00

*CLASSIC KESSLER MARTINI SCHUETZEN.

SN 18684. Cal. 8.15x46R. Another of the endless varieties of Martinis. This variant can be easily identified by the “wedge” fitted into the bottom of the action toward the front. The action is nicely relief engraved with very lifelike deer in panels on both sides with a stippled background. The buttstock is nicely carved with a tiny chip where it joins the action. The forearm, also carved, shows 2 expertly fitted and hard to detect patches. The bbl is browned and marked “8.15×46 Norm.” on the underside. The top is matted full length. This rifle remains in very fine condition with a limited amount of tasteful stock carving and nice engraving of a classic design on the action. The full oct bbl is 31.25″ long. The rear sight appears to be a correct style replacement, the front sight is correct; the bbl sight is missing. The front trigger is odd in that it appears reversed. The trigger guard is nicely engraved with a monogram of the owner’s initials which may be “HLK”. Proof date June 1914. PROVENANCE: Classic German Target Arms pgs. 22-24. The Allen Hallock Collection. CONDITION: The rear sight appears to be a replacement of the correct style. The front sight is correct, while the bbl sight is missing. Bore condition is excellent. Small chip in buttstock. Small wood repairs in forearm. 50900-31 TWR (1,500-3,000) C&R – Lot 2013

2014
$2,300.00

RARE SCHEIBENPISTOLE.

SN NSN. Very early design, probably made in the 1870’s in Prague. Marked with a “V” proof, indicating that it was made before 1891. The breech block in this design swings to the left. It has a single set trigger. Bbl is 10-1/2″ long and fluted and is fitted with sights that appear correct. Bbl is finely engraved with Nowotny name. On the side of the bbl is fitted a lever which is a manual extractor. On the bottom of the grip is a trapdoor allowing storage of an additional 4 cartridges. The trapdoor is finely engraved and hatched. The trigger guard is also engraved. The overall workmanship of this gun is masterful. PROVENANCE: Classic German Target Arms pg. 122. The Allen Hallock Collection. CONDITION: Bore appears to be bright and excellent. The bbl shows most blue with a few minor blemishes. The checkered stock is in very fine condition with 1 or 2 handling marks. 50900-24 TWR (1,250-2,000) – Lot 2014

2015
$1,092.50

*KOMMER OLYMPIA.

SN 8117. Cal. 22RF. A fairly popular design both in Germany & Switzerland for free pistol shooting. The 11″ bbl is marked “W. Glaser Waffen Zurich”. Proof marks are seen on the left side. The oct bbl is matted on the top flat with the front sight mounted on the bbl. Trigger is single set. The action is marked “Olympia” on the left side as well as Olympic circles. The rear sight is mounted on the back of the modified Martini action. Adjustable grips are checkered. Very comfortable for the hand. PROVENANCE: Classic German Target Arms pg. 126. The Allen Hallock Collection. CONDITION: Wonderful condition, looks almost unused. Bbl has minor wear to the sharp edges, bore is excellent. Grips are in wonderful condition with no significant dings, dents or scratches. The action, case color and other case colored parts including the trigger guard show strong bright case color. 50900-27 TWR (1,200-2,250) C&R – Lot 2015

2016
$3,450.00

*PISTOR AND KOST SHEIBENPISTOLE.

SN 4484.01. Cal. 22RF. Bbl length is 10-3/8″ long. A rib is mounted on the top of the bbl which is matted. The correct sights are mounted on the bbl. Both sides of the action, trigger guard, breech block, top tang, etc., are pleasingly engraved, showing a lot of the orig case color. This is a fairly uncommon action type. The forearm and part of the grips are carved. PROVENANCE: Classic German Target Arms pg. 128. The Allen Hallock Collection. CONDITION: Considerable case color on the action, a little more faded on the right side. Forearm & wood grips are excellent with minor handling marks. Bbl blue is largely intact. 50900-28 TWR (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 2016

2016A
$22,425.00

*◊ MAGNIFICENT BUCHEL STECHERSPANNER.

SN 908. Cal. 8.15x46R. An absolutely top-of-the-line rifle that just came out of the woodwork. Masterfully engraved and gold inlaid action showing details of what is probably the city of Heidelberg. The top of the breech block, exquisitely engraved, shows Diana the Huntress holding a bow with gold & silver inlays. The trigger guard has a fantastic Griffin inlaid in gold. The bbl is 31-1/2″ long and is fluted with a gold band at the muzzle. In ornate script on the bbl is marked “Karl Srba Buchsenmacher Heidelberg” bordered with flowers & scrolls in gold & platinum. The top flat of the bbl is fully matted. In front of the action is “2 Zuge DRGM”, on top of the action inlaid in gold is “D.R.G.M. Syst. Buchel D.R.G.M.”. The buttstock is spectacular with the left side a carving of someone passed out, leaning against a beer barrel with a cup in his hand. Behind the cheek piece is a fabulous carving of a barmaid in front of a huge cask pouring wine from a stein into a goblet. On the cheek piece, inlaid in ivory is a banner with “Ehrengabe Des Ehren-oben Schutzenmeister’s / Valentin Fuchs / Z18 Verbandz Schiessen Heidelberg / 11-21-Juli 1901”. The right side of the stock shows total coverage of a shooter standing on a hill overlooking the town and river, holding a goblet in one hand and his rifle in another with a target to his left, saluting his victory. The forearm is carved with a man drinking from a goblet who has a large key over an oval with the name “Perkeo”, undoubtedly the key to the city. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: As found and probably been sitting in somebody’s attic since their father or grandfather brought it back from WWII. The bore after pushing out several hundred generations of cobwebs, etc., is excellent. All sights are missing. The screw to attach the buttstock is missing. A small gap is found near the action at the buttplate as the wood has shrunk over the years. The wood is sound with no apparent cracks or chips, which is surprising because the carving is so deep and intricate. The ivory banner on the cheek piece has a crack in the middle and we do not know if this was actually 2 pieces of ivory that were put in the stock and shrinkage has opened the gap between them. The gun needs a good overall cleaning. This rifle with correct sights and some restoration would be just spectacular. 50597-3 TWR (3,000-6,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 2016A

2017
$2,300.00

*DELUXE WINCHESTER LOW WALL.

SN 95073. Cal. 22LR. Rarely found Low Wall Deluxe with a 26″ full oct bbl, No. 1 weight. The front sight is a simple blade and a Lyman tang sight is fitted on the upper tang of the action. The action was originally blued and fitted with a single trigger. The buttstock is checkered as is pistol grip and grip cap in fancy wood. A rifle buttplate is fitted. The forearm has an ebony insert, is checkered and has deluxe wood matching that of the buttstock. CONDITION: The bbl has 2 screws on the top flat, probably for an unidentified sight. The blue is thinning and the sharp edges are shiny. The bore is surprisingly good for the caliber. The action, originally blued, has just traces left. The forearm checkering is worn and shows a few small dings & dents with no obvious chips or cracks. The finish on the buttstock is excellent with numerous very small handling marks. Overall a good example of a hard to find rifle. 50993-1 (2,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 2017

2018
$2,587.50

SUPERB DELUXE MAYNARD NO. 16 WITH SIDE MOUNTED KAHLES SCOPE.

SN 2354. Cal. 22RF. 26″ bbl. 2-pc highly figured checkered walnut stocks with nickel Swiss butt and oct to rnd bbl. Case colored receiver with blue finished bbl and quick detachable German 4-power optics in claw mounts. CONDITION: Very fine overall with much blue remaining on bbl. Case colors have faded to mostly a coin finish with some colors visible in protected areas. Swiss butt retains most if not all nickel finish. Highly figured checkered walnut stocks are in very fine condition with most finish remaining with several very slight areas of distress and one very minor stress crack at wrist. Bore is excellent as are mechanics. Equipped with a leather sporting sling mounted in period swivels. Optics are somewhat clear but need cleaning. 50399-2 TDW (3,000-4,000) – Lot 2018

2019
$2,875.00

FINE OLD WINCHESTER TARGET RIFLE.

SN 12635. Cal. 38-55. This rifle has obviously seen a lot of use over its life. It is fitted with a 30″ full oct bbl, No. 3 weight. The front sight is a Beach and rear is a Marble rear sight. The buttstock has an ebony insert, pistol grip stock which is checkered and a Swiss buttplate. The forearm also checkered with fancy wood, also has an ebony insert. The action has a single trigger. CONDITION: Well used. Bore is quite good. Blue is thinning with no rust or pits observed. The action and under lever have no case color remaining. The forearm finish is thinning with considerable wear to the checkering. The buttstock finish is thinning and has numerous, very small dents & handling marks, with one tiny chip adjoining the top of the buttplate. The buttplate originally nickel plated, has no nickel remaining. A sound rifle that would make a good shooter. 50988-5 TWR (2,500-4,500) – Lot 2019

2020
$0.00

SHARPS RIFLE CO BORCHARDT SINGLE SHOT RIFLE.

SN 6766. Cal. 45-70. 30″ rnd tapered sporter weight bbl. Top marked “Old Reliable Sharps Rifle Co Bridgeport, Conn”. Hammerless falling block action with Borchardt patent markings on left side. Customization includes signed addition of raised silver inlays, signed “Lewis”, featuring mountain goat on left side of action with big horn ram’s head right side. Globe front sight with graduated leaf folding rear sight. Top tang has one open sight hole with second hole filled by sight mounting screw. Wrist of stock has one plug sight attachment hole. Bbl band mounted custom walnut heavy target forearm with hand checkering and black tip. Straight grip walnut hand checkered stock utilizing orig Borchardt checkered buttplate. CONDITION: Bbl and action retain about 75% dull fading blue with spots of freckling and edge wear. Stock finish shows spots of wear with scattered scratches and marks. Very good bright bore. 51052-2 DS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2020

2021
$1,840.00

*STEVENS 44-1/2 BY THE FABLED MODERN GUN MAKER RON LONG.

SN 11495. Cal. 22LR. Fairly recently made by Ron Long of Denver and marked with his name on the bbl. The bbl is 26-1/2″ long approximately No. 3 weight and half oct. The action has Stevens name on it and has been recently recase colored. The action is fitted with double set triggers and a lever similar to that found on a Stevens Model 47. The forearm in the Stevens style is checkered. The buttstock has a pistol grip checkered and cheek piece with a shotgun buttplate. The stock has a distinct reddish hue. Rifle is fitted with a Unertl 10X scope. CONDITION: Excellent plus, showing very little use. Barely shopworn. The bbl shows just the slightest wear on the sharp edges. The case color on the action and the lever shows no apparent wear and just a couple of very, very minor blemishes. The buttstock and forearm have just the very, very tiniest blemishes. The buttplate appears rough an a little unfinished at the toe. Overall a rifle made by a modern master in a condition that you would expect when you took delivery from him. 50827-25 TWR (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2021

2022
$1,840.00

*SCARCE STEVENS MODEL 47 IDEAL “MODERN RANGE” SINGLE SHOT TARGET RIFLE.

SN 11241. Cal. 22. Fine target rifle on a 44-1/2 action with 28″ oct to rnd about #3 weight bbl that has globe front sight, no rear seat & a windgauge Vernier tang sight with 3″ staff. Bottom front of receiver has a takedown screw. Trigger is custom checkered with an adjustment screw added into the trigger plate and it has full loop lever. Mounted with period replacement, very nicely figured American walnut with checkered Schnable tip forearm, serpentine grip, perch belly, Schuetzen style buttstock that has Swiss-style buttplate. Bottom of stock is inlaid with a small, silver oval. Bbl & buttplate are matching numbered to the rifle; wood is unnumbered. Bottom flat of bbl, under the forearm is import stamped. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains about 98% strong orig blue with only very faint sharp edge wear. Receiver retains about all of its orig case colors, lightly to moderately faded. Breechblock retains about 90% bright orig blue. Hammer has a bobbed spur. Lever retains bright case colors in sheltered areas, turned silver on outer faces. Buttplate retains most of its orig case colors, moderately to heavily faded, turning silver. The custom, replacement wood is sound and retains most of its fine hand-rubbed oil finish. Mechanics are fine. Bright shiny bore. 50179-31 (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 2022

2023
$2,300.00

BALLARD 6-1/2 RIGBY.

SN 22338. Cal. 32-40. The action shows typical Ballard engraving with a bear in one oval and a running buck in the other. The action is fitted with double set triggers which are rarely found. The bbl is 30″ long, round and made with Rigby flats. The front sight is a Winchester wind gauge with a spirit level. The rear sight is a correct Ballard Vernier. The forearm has the correct horn tip which someone has inlet a base for a palm rest. There is also a pin that goes from one side of the forearm to the other just in front of the action. The buttstock is pistol grip style, checkered and fitted with a Swiss buttplate. CONDITION: The bore is very good. The bbl’s blue finish is thinning and in some places bright, with no apparent blue remaining. The forearm is heavily worn, the checkering being especially worn. The palm rest base inlet has caused a crack about 2-3 inches long. The buttstock shows just minor handling marks. The buttplate, originally nickel plated, has very little nickel remaining. The action & lever orig case colors, have just traces remaining in protected areas. 50179-13 TWR (2,500-4,000) – Lot 2023

2023A
$4,312.50
Revised: 9/14/2016

Please Note: Due to a typographical error, the estimate should be $2,500-$3,500.

*SHILOH SHARPS MODEL 1874 SPORTING RIFLE WITH TUBE TELESCOPE AND EXTRA SET OF IRON SIGHTS.

SN B-288. Cal. 40-90. 30″ heavy oct bbl. Blue and case color finish. Nicely figured American walnut stocks with pistol grip, cheek piece, and hard rubber shotgun buttplate. “HAKKO 6X15” brass tube telescope in adjustable mounts. Double set triggers. Checkered lower tang. Included is a set of loading dies for this rifle along with 48 rounds of loaded ammunition and 21 fired cases. Also included are the original fixed sights and a Shiloh Sharps vernier tang sight. CONDITION: Very fine to excellent. Bbl retains 98% of original matte blue finish with slight high point wear and few small scratches on either side of bbl. Bbl markings are sharp. Bore is excellent with strong rifling. Receiver retains 99% of the original case colored finish. Lock plate, hammer and trigger guard also retain 98% of the original case colored finish with some thinning on bottom of lever. Set triggers function perfectly. Stocks are very fine with only the slightest handling marks. Hard rubber buttplate is very good with sharp checkering and a couple of small dents. Vernier tang sight needs small repair. This is a fine Shiloh Sharps model 1874 sporting rifle that would require a two-year wait if it was to be purchased new today. 51015-9 TEP (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2023A

2024
$5,175.00

EXCEPTIONAL A. WURFLFEIN PERCUSSION TARGET RIFLE WITH FALSE MUZZLE AND ACCESSORIES.

SN NSN. Cal. 40. Extremely elaborate, profusely engraved and inlaid A. Wurflfein half stock target rifle. 31″ 40 cal. bbl measuring 1-1/8″ across the flats. Double set triggers, windage and elevation adjustable target rear sight with windage adjustable blade front sight. Attached to rear is a windage adjustable sighting tube. Breech is gold and platinum banded. All furniture of buttplate, patchbox, trigger guard and resting plate, as well as highly elaborate lock escutcheon, are all profusely engraved in a Germanic scroll and vine pattern which is executed to the highest degree of craftsmanship. Percussion lock marked “Wurflfein Phila.” is engraved to match with a rope border on outer perimeter. The 1-pc dark American walnut stock is very nicely checkered at the wrist and bbl is retained with two bbl keys mounted in lozenge-shaped escutcheons. Forend cap is of nickel silver and is elaborately engraved to match patchbox. Rifle is complete with a fitted unsigned mechanical false muzzle, a G&JW Hawksley, Sheffield, England powder flask and a small iron bullet mold that measures 40 cal. CONDITION: Exceptional condition overall, with fine bore and excellent mechanics. Exterior of heavy bbl has slight corrosion evident which is believed to be easily cleaned. Walnut stocks are excellent with no cracking or serious distress. All inlays are solid and secure. Checkering is sharp and rifle overall is very fine with no apparent issues. 51042-1 TDW (6,000-8,000) – Lot 2024

2025
$4,600.00

*D G PRATT CASED HEAVY BARREL TARGET RIFLE.

SN NSN. Cal. 36. This small bore rifle weighs in at a full 12-1/2 pounds with 32″ Remington made oct-rnd bbl. Both lock and bbl are marked “DG Pratt”. Hooded bead front sight, buckhorn mid-sight and adjustable tang sight. Brass and German silver mounted with interlinked circles of odd fellows inset opposite patchbox. Unique brass wire trigger guard and set triggers. Custom wood case with large flask, brass tipped ramrod and cleaning rod, balls, caps and patches. CONDITION: Very good overall. Metal is overall grey. Two gold bands. Strong traces of the orig Remington brown. Stock is sound, solid. All inlays complete, though a couple slightly raised. A few hairlines. Hand worn patina to brightly oil polished burled wood. Mechanically crisp with bright shiny bore. Wood case well weathered and worn externally, re-hinged, missing lock mechanism. Interior soiled, dark baize lining torn and missing in areas. One partition slightly loose, but houses and protects gun nicely. 50245-1 JS (5,000-8,000) – Lot 2025

2026
$8,337.50

SPECTACULAR NORMAN S. BROCKWAY TARGET RIFLE WITH MALCOLM OPTICS.

SN NSN. Cal. 50. 29-1/2″ bbl. Complete Vermont-made 20lb percussion target rifle complete with all loading accessories. Bbl is 1-1/2″ across flats complete with its false muzzle, side hammer percussion ignition with double set triggers. Single piece walnut stock with lightly engraved and fitted iron buttplate. Mounted with a period William Malcolm & Co. Syracuse, NY tube scope. Accompanied with numerous NS Brockway marked bullet molds, swedges, wad cutters, shooting rests, mallets, bullets, and a very early 1920’s to 30’s spiral bound book with loading data, bullet dimensions, etc. contained in a leather covered travel trunk. CONDITION: Spectacularly fine. Bore is exceptional. Exterior finish of bbl is still relatively bright with a light smattering of patina. 1-pc walnut stock is very fine with a minor shrinkage crack at butt. False muzzle fits properly. Malcolm scope functions but is slightly dark. Double-set triggers function properly but lock needs to be adjusted. An extreme rarity to find these rifles with their orig loading equipment and ammunition manufacturing tools. 50827-8 TDW (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2026

2027
$8,050.00

NEW HAVEN ARMS CO VOLCANIC NO. 1 POCKET PISTOL.

SN 1997. Cal. 31. 3-1/2″ bbl. Blue finish with gun metal receiver and 2-pc walnut grips. Top bbl flap is marked, “New Haven Conn. patent Feb. 14, 1854”. SN is found on grip frame, under the left grip and on the inside of both grips. No further disassembly was effected. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl retains 30-40% bright blue blending with a silver-gray patina overall. Bbl mark is sharp. Frame has a nice mellow mustard patina overall. Hammer shows traces of case color. Rear sight and lever show traces of blue. Sideplates are slightly misaligned. Grips show most of the orig varnish finish with high point wear. A chip at left toe and another chip at right heal. Right grip has been expertly repaired at the toe end. One of only 850 of this model estimated to have been produced. 50988-9 TEP (5,000-8,000) – Lot 2027

2028
$7,475.00

FACTORY ENGRAVED SMITH & WESSON LEVER ACTION PISTOL NUMBER 1.

SN 128. Cal. 31. 4″ bbl. Brown and blue finish. Frame is engraved in the factory style in a vine motif. Top of bbl is marked “Smith & Wesson, Norwich, CT. patented February 14, 1854 cast steel.” SN is stamped on grip strap on left side under grip. Also, on the forward edge of the lever. 2-pc Rosewood grips. CONDITION: Good to very good. Bbl has a brown finish overall with some pitting and has been cleaned. Markings are faint and only partially visible. Iron receiver is engraved overall and shows some minute traces of blue, with the balance being a plumb-brown patina. Engraving is sharp and has not been polished out. SN markings are clear. Lever and hammer have been cleaned and show some light pitting. Grips are very good with some dents and scratches and a small chip missing on the forward left side. One of approximately 1,200 made, which makes these pistols highly prized and difficult to obtain. The fore runner of the Henry rifle. 51015-4 TEP (5,000-7,000) – Lot 2028

2029
$9,775.00

RARE EARLY WINCHESTER 1866 HENRY-MARKED CARBINE WITH SILVER FINISH.

SN 15176. Cal. 44RF. 20″ bbl w/ inlaid silver front sight has rare “Henry’s” and “King’s” patent markings. Gun metal receiver with silver finish. Saddle ring on left side. Bbl sports a very large buckhorn rear sight. Straight grain American walnut stocks w/ Gun metal buttplate, 3-pc cleaning rod in stock. Sling swivels on bbl band and buttstock. This exact gun is pictured and described on pg. 58 of “The Winchester Book” by Madis, exclaiming this late First Model variation’s great rarity and collectable nature. PROVENANCE: Ex Morris A. Massey Coll; James D. Gordon Coll. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and receiver show an even gray-brown patina overall with little roughness and sharp marking. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Receiver retains 20-30% of an old silver finish, likely orig. SN is marked on the lower left tang under buttstock, which is appropriate for this model. Stocks are very good, slightly undersized and show an old varnish finish. Traces of silver remain on the buttplate. A nice early 66-carbine manufactured in 1868 with wonderful history and provenance to important collections. 50469-1 TEP (6,000-10,000) – Lot 2029

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2030
$10,062.50

ENGRAVED WINCHESTER 3RD MODEL 1866 SADDLE RING CARBINE.

SN 118463. Cal. 44CF. 20″ bbl. Standard carbine sights. Gun metal receiver with Nimschke style engraving. Spurious LDN signature on bottom of receiver. Highly figured straight grained American walnut stocks with brass carbine buttplate. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube are a smooth plumb-brown patina with some evidence of touch up. Bbl marking is clear and sharp. Sights are good. Bore is somewhat rough with strong rifling. Receiver is a mustard-brown patina overall with some evidence of silver-plate finish. Engraving is very well executed. Stocks are very good. Slightly undersized and show an old varnish finish. An attractive 3rd model 66 carbine made in 1874. 50507-5 TEP (6,000-10,000) – Lot 2030

2031
$4,025.00

WINCHESTER 3RD MODEL 1866 RIFLE.

SN 165012. Cal. 44CF. 24″ half-rnd, half-oct bbl. Full magazine, gun metal receiver.Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt-plate. Standard sights for this model. CONDITION: Very good as re-finished. Bbl and magazine tube retain 90% blue finish. Markings are clear. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Receiver has been cleaned and shows some battering especially on left side. Elevator mark is clear. SN is clear. Stocks are very good and slightly undersized. There is a chip missing at the wrist by the right lower tang. A nice example of a 66-rifle with a half round bbl. 50507-6 TEP (5,000-8,000) – Lot 2031

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2032
$5,750.00

WINCHESTER 3RD MODEL 1866 SADDLE RING CARBINE.

SN 77466. Cal. 44RF. 20″ bbl. Gun metal receiver. Straight grained American walnut stocks with crescent buttplate. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube have a gray-brown patina overall with sharp markings. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Receiver is a mustard-brown patina overall. Side plates are slightly out of alignment. SN is clear. Stocks are very good. Buttstock is slightly undersized and has an old varnish refinish. A nice early 3rd model 66-carbine with desirable crescent buttplate made in 1871. 50507-2 TEP (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2032

2033
$6,900.00

WINCHESTER 3RD MODEL 1866 OCTAGON BARREL RIFLE.

SN 109782. Cal. 44RF. 24″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Standard sights. Gun metal receiver. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent buttplate. Factory sling swivels on forend cap and buttstock. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine show a gray-brown patina overall with high point wear and sharp markings. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Receiver has a mustard-brown patina overall and was cleaned long ago. Some dents and scratches especially on right side. Elevator shows numerous small dents. SN is sharp. Stocks very good and full-sized and show a smooth finish overall with only slight handling marks and dents. A nice old 66 rifle manufactured in 1873. 50507-4 TEP (4,500-7,500) – Lot 2033

2034
$5,750.00

WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 OCTAGON BARREL HALF MAGAZINE RIFLE.

SN 81146. Cal. 44RF. 24″ oct bbl. Gun metal receiver. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl has a smooth mottled brown patina with sharp markings. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Receiver has a cleaned finish that is beginning to patinate. Top of receiver shows numerous filled holes. SN is clear. Stocks are very good. Slightly undersized and have been cleaned. A 66 rifle in a rare configuration made in 1871. 50507-3 TEP (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2034

2035
$6,325.00

RARE AND FINE FULL BOX OF WINCHESTER 44 CAL RIM FIRE CARTRIDGES FOR MODEL 1866 WINCHESTER RIFLE.

SN NSN. Scarce and desirable orig full box of 50 cartridges, an identical pack is shown and described on pg 35 of Giles & Shuey’s One Hundred Years of Winchester Cartridge Boxes and they state: “This box with the arched graphics at the top features the only Winchester labeling of 44 Henry Rim Fire known to the authors which boldly emphasizes the Model 1866.” CONDITION: Very good box and cartridges. Fading in lid, more so than on bottom section; reductions of paper seal where opened along edges. 50817-1 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2035

2036
$3,737.50

WINCHESTER 1ST MODEL 1873 SADDLE RING CARBINE.

SN 15297. Cal. 44WCF. 20″ bbl. Full magazine. Standard carbine sights. Blue finish. Saddle ring attached. Straight grain American walnut stocks with carbine butt. CONDITION: Good to very good. Bbl and magazine are a gray-brown patina overall, with sharp bbl marking. Bbl bands are replacements. Rear sight is bent. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Receiver is gray-brown patina overall. Dust cover is a replacement. Elevator has a mustard patina and some small dents. Upper tang mark is sharp. SN has been re-cut. Stocks are good, under-sized, and have been cleaned with dents and scratches overall with 1 chip missing near buttplate. Carbine buttplate is a silver-gray patina. A good representative example of a 1st Model 73 Carbine made in 1876. 50994-15 TEP (3,000-6,000) – Lot 2036

2037
$3,680.00

WINCHESTER 3RD MODEL 1873 SADDLE RING CARBINE.

SN 131785A. Cal. 44WCF. 20″ bbl. Blue finish. Standard carbine sights. Saddle ring on receiver. Straight grain American walnut stocks with carbine buttplate. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl is a silver-gray patina overall with traces of blue in protected areas and some roughness toward the forward end. Rear-sight is slightly bent. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Bbl address is sharp. Receiver retains 20% blue in protected areas with some roughness on the right sideplate and a distinct saddle ring shadow. Tang markings are sharp and clear. Elevator has been cleaned and is unmarked. Bbl bears no cal mark. Stocks are very good and full-size with dents and scratches overall. There is 1 gauge near buttplate on right side. A nice early antique 73 SRC made in 1883. 50994-16 TEP (2,500-5,000) – Lot 2037

2038
$0.00
Revised: 9/14/2016

Please Note: Photos are reversed with lot 2053 in the printed catalog. The correct photos are shown online.

WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 OCTAGON BARREL RIFLE WITH SPECIAL ORDER 26″ BARREL.

SN 216991B. Cal. 38WCF. 26″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Receiver is of the stepped variety. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube show a plumb-brown patina overall with some blue in protected areas. Sights are good. Bore is frosty with visible rifling. Receiver retains 10% orig blue and protected areas with the balance turning a gray-brown patina. Traces of fire-blue on the loading gate. Elevator has been slightly cleaned with a clear cal marking. Tang markings are sharp. Stocks are very good, slightly undersized with mars and dents, commensurate of the age of the rifle. A very good antique 73 rifle made in 1886 with a special order 26″ bbl. 50935-17 TEP (5,000-7,000) – Lot 2038

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2039
$0.00

WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 ROUND BARREL RIFLE WITH CRESCENT BUTT PLATE.

SN 410729B. Cal. 32WCF. 24″ rnd bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Receiver is of the stepped variety. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl and magazine tube retain 20-30% blue finish with the balance turning plumb-brown. Sights are good. Bbl markings are sharp. Bore is frosty with clear rifling. Receiver retains 60-70% blue finish with the balance turning plumb-brown patina. Dust cover is silver gray patina. Loading gate shows traces of fire-blue. Elevator is a mustard-brown patina with a slightly washed out cal mark. Hammer and lever show generous traces of case color. Tang markings are sharp. Stocks are fine and full sized with some gouges at the right lower tang and a small chip missing at the toe. A nice example of a rnd bbl 73 with alot of finish. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum Letter confirming the features of this rifle. 50179-14 TEP (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2039

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2040
$0.00

WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 OCTAGON BARREL RIFLE WITH SET TRIGGER AND CRESCENT BUTT.

SN 167367B. Cal. 38WCF. 27″ oct bbl with full magazine. Blue finish. Receiver is of the stepped variety. Single set trigger. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl and magazine tube have been professionally shortened from the orig 28″ length to 27″. Bbl and magazine show 30-40% blue finish with the balance turning plumb-brown. Markings are sharp. Front sight is missing. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver shows 50% blue finish with some roughness on the right side plate. Elevator is a mustard-brown patina with sharp marking. Single set trigger functions well. A generous amount of case color is retained on the hammer and lever. Tang markings are sharp. Stocks are very good. Comb of buttstock has been slightly rounded. Stocks show handling markings overall and an old varnish finish. Accompanying this rifle is a Cody Arms Museum Letter showing orig shipment with a 28″ bbl and set trigger. A nice old 73 who’s bbl was shortened during the period of use. 50507-1 TEP (3,500-5,000) – Lot 2040

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2041
$4,312.50

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 SADDLE RING CARBINE.

SN 687219B. Cal. 38WCF. 20″ bbl. Carbine sights. Full magazine. Receiver is of the stepped variety and bares a saddle ring on left sides. Straight grained American walnut stocks with carbine butt. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube retain 50-60% orig blue finish with some scratching and wear toward the muzzle. All markings are sharp. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver shows traces of orig blue in protected areas and a saddle ring shadow on left side. Tang markings are sharp and clear. Elevator has a mustard-brown patina with sharp cal mark. Stocks are very good and full-sized with handling marks and dents overall, especially at the toe of the buttstock. A very nice 73-carbine with an excellent bore. 50507-13 TEP (3,500-5,000) C&R – Lot 2041

2042
$0.00

WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 OCTAGON BARREL RIFLE IN RARE 22 SHORT CALIBER.

SN 342844B. Cal. 22short. 24″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Receiver is of the stepped variety. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt. CONDITION: Bbl and magazine tube are a plumb-brown patina overall with some roughness and high point wear. Markings are clear. Bore is frosty with visible rifling. Receiver is also a plumb-brown patina overall with traces of orig blue in protected areas. Tang markings are clear. Elevator is a mustard-brown patina with clear markings. Stocks are very good and full-sized. There are some dark oil stains at the wrist. A nice, rare, antique 73 in a desirable cal made in 1890. 50507-14 TEP (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2042

2043
$4,600.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 SHORT RIFLE WITH OCTAGON BARREL “BORDER MODEL”.

SN 639955B. Cal. 44WCF. 20″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Correct stepped receiver. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt. CONDITION: Very good for this model. Bbl shows a plumb-brown patina overall with some roughness on the right side. Marking is sharp. Magazine tube shows 50% blue with some roughness at the muzzle end. Bore is frosty with visible rifling. Receiver shows traces of orig blue in protected areas with the balance turning a plumb-brown. Pitting is evident, especially on left side. Tang marking is clear. SN is clear. Stocks are very good, full-sized and show some handling marks and dents, commensurate with the age and use of this rifle. These 20″ short rifles were very popular on the U.S. Mexican Border during the Mexican Revolution because they could be carried in a carbine scabbard, but gave the extra stability of a heavier bbl. This gun was part of a shipment lost in the 1909 shipwreck of the steamer, the John H. Starin, and is accompanied by much provenance. 50935-16 TEP (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 2043

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2044
$4,312.50

ENGRAVED MODEL 1873 OCTAGON BARREL RIFLE WITH SILVER INLAY.

SN 381474B. Cal. 32WCF. 26″ bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Checkered American walnut stocks. Receiver and breech end of the bbl has been expertly engraved in a floral style with a silver bison inlaid into the left side plate. Stocks are highly figured with fine checkering on the forend and wrist. CONDITION: Fine as expertly refinished. Bbl and magazine tube retain 70-80% blue finish with the magazine turning silver gray. Bbl markings are sharp. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver retains 40% blue finish with the balance turning a plumb-brown. Hammer and lever retain 95% case colored finish. Stocks are very good with only a few handling marks and scratches, especially on the right side. Buttplate retains 95% case color finish. An attractive Model 73 custom rifle. 50469-3 TEP (2,500-4,000) – Lot 2044

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2045
$2,587.50

WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 OCTAGON BARREL RIFLE WITH CRESCENT BUTT.

SN 342345B. Cal. 44WCF. 24″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Straight grained American walnut stocks with crescent butt. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube are a plumb-brown patina overall. Markings are sharp. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Receiver shows traces of orig blue finish in protected areas with balance turning a gray-brown patina. There are some small dents on the left side of the hammer. Tang marks are sharp. Stocks are very good although somewhat dried out and show numerous handing marks and dings. 4-pc cleaning rod in butt. A nice antique 73-rifle in a popular cal. 50329-1 TEP (1,000-3,000) – Lot 2045

2046
$4,025.00

WINCHESTER MODEL 1876 ROUND BARREL RIFLE WITH RARE OPEN TOP RECEIVER.

SN 6059. Cal. 45-75. 28″ rnd bbl. Half magazine. Blue finish. Receiver is of the open top variety lacking a dust cover. Sights are a period replacement. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent buttplate. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl is a plumb-brown patina overall with a sharp marking. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Receiver retains traces of orig blue in protected areas with the balance a plumb-brown patina. Some roughness on the side-plates. Elevator is a mustard brown patina with some small dents. Traces of case color remain on the hammer and lever. Tang markings are clear. Stocks are very good with small dents and handling marks overall. Buttplate has been modified on the upper tang to accept a sight. A very interesting and rare open top 76, obviously owned by a serious shooter. 50179-15 TEP (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2046

2047
$0.00

WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 DELUXE OCTAGON BARREL RIFLE WITH CASE COLORED RECEIVER, TANG SIGHT AND SET TRIGGER.

SN 62834. Cal. 40/82. 26″ oct bbl. King sights front and rear. Full magazine. Blue and case color finish. Checkered XX American walnut stocks with pistol grip. Adjustable tang sight. Single set trigger. Lower tang is stamped with the assembly no 358, as is the upper mortise of the buttstock. Lower tang is also marked XX denoting highly figured wood. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube are a plumb-brown patina overall with some high point wear and a few scratches. Markings are clear. King sights are good. Bore is dark with traces of rifling. Receiver, hammer and lever retain traces of case color in procected areas w/balance silvered out. Bolt shows 50% bright blue. Tang sight shows a generous amount of blue. Set trigger functions. Stocks are very good with sharp checkering in an old varnish finish. Buttplate and forend cap show silvered out case coloring. A very attractive deluxe 86 Winchester in nice condition. 50323-1 TEP (10,000-15,000) – Lot 2047

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2048
$0.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 OCTAGON BARREL RIFLE WITH TANG SIGHT, CRESCENT BUTT AND RARE 30″ BARREL.

SN 127944. Cal. 45-90. 30″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Adjustable tang sight. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube retain 40-50% blue finish, drifting into a pleasing plumb-brown patina. Bbl markings are sharp. Sights are good. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver retains traces of orig blue in protected areas. Bolt retains 80% bright blue. Sight is very good with a generous amount of blue finish. Lower tang mark is clear. Stocks are very good with numerous handling marks and dents commensurate of the age of the rifle. Stocks are full sized. An opportunity to retain a rare long bbl 86 rifle in a very desirable cal. 50935-18 (10,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 2048

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2049
$0.00

WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 ROUND BARREL WITH CASE COLORED RECEIVER AND ADJUSTABLE TANG SIGHT.

SN 33403. Cal. 40-65. 26″ rnd bbl. Full magazine. Blue and case color finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt. Adjustable tang sight. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube retain 40-50% blue finish. Bbl markings are sharp. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver retains 20% silvered out case color and no roughness. Bolt retains 90% bright blue. Hammer and lever show traces of case color in protected areas. Tang sight is very good. Stocks are very good with numerous handling marks and dents overall. Buttplate and forend cap show silvered out case color. A nice 86 rifle in a good cal. 50935-20 TEP (7,000-8,000) – Lot 2049

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2050
$4,025.00

WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 OCTAGON BARREL RIFLE WITH CASE COLORED RECEIVER AND TANG SIGHT.

SN 53313. Cal. 40-82WCF. 26″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Blue and case color finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks. Adjustable tang sight. CONDITION: Very fine, as professionally restored. Bbl and magazine tube retain 90% blue finish turning somewhat plumb on the magazine. Markings are sharp. Lyman and front sight is very good. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver retains 90% case color finish with a few minuscule scratches. Bolt retains 95% blue. Loading gate retains 95% blue. Hammer and lever retain 95% thinning case color. Tang sight is very good. Rear sight mortise on bbl is unfilled. Stocks are very good to fine as refinished, slightly undersized at the wrist. Buttplate shows 90% blue. Forend cap shows 90% case color. A very attractive 86-rifle in a great cal. 50469-2 TEP (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2050

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2051
$6,037.50

WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 OCTAGON BARREL RIFLE WITH SPECIAL SIGHTS AND DOUBLE SET TRIGGERS.

SN 112260. Cal. 45-90. 26″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Rare 7-leaf express rear sight. Beach’s front sight. Blue and case color finish. Dbl set triggers. Straight grain American walnut stocks with sling eyes attached. CONDITION: Very fine, as expertly refinished. Bbl and magazine tube retain 95% blue finish with sharp bbl marks. Cal mark appears refreshed. Sights are excellent. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver retains 95% brilliant case color finish, as do the hammer, lever, buttplate, and forend cap. Set triggers need adjustment. Stocks are fine, full-sized, with only minuscule handling marks. Stocks are replacements. Accompanying this rifle is a Cody Firearms Museum Letter confirming all of the above mentioned features with the exception of the case color finish. A very rare expertly restored 86-Winchester rifle with some very rare special order features. 50179-17 TEP (3,250-5,250) – Lot 2051

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2052
$2,875.00
Revised: 9/14/2016

Please Note: The barrel is round, not octagon.

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 OCTAGON BARREL RIFLE WITH TANG SIGHT AND CRESCENT BUTTPLATE.

SN 121556. Cal. 45-70. 26″ rnd bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Adjustable tang sight. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube retain 50% blue finish turning plumb-brown toward the muzzle. Bbl markings are sharp. Rear sight mortise has been plugged. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver retains 50% orig blue finish with carry wear on the bottom and the upper ring. Bolt retains 80% blue. Hammer and lever retain generous traces of case color in protected areas. Tang marking is sharp. Sight is very good. Stocks are very good and full size and show an old re-varnish with some slight marring. A nice 86 in a popular cal. 50707-9 TEP (2,500-5,000) C&R – Lot 2052

2053
$0.00
Revised: 9/14/2016

Please Note: Photos are reversed with lot 2038 in the printed catalog. The correct photos are shown online.

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 SADDLE RING CARBINE WITH VERY RARE HALF MAGAZINE.

SN 137781A. Cal. 45-70. 22″ bbl. Half magazine. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with carbine butt plate. Saddle ring on left side of receiver. CONDITION: Very good. Carbine is a silver-gray patina overall that was lightly cleaned years ago. Bbl markings are sharp. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver is silver-gray overall with some slight erosion on the upper left side and the upper right side by the trigger. Hammer and lever are a gray-brown patina overall. Tang markings are sharp and clear. Bolt retains 50% blue finish. Stocks are very good with only minor handling marks overall. This is an opportunity to obtain a model 86 carbine in extremely rare configuration. 50935-19 TEP (11,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 2053

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2054
$3,737.50
Revised: 9/14/2016

Please Note: Front bead sight is missing.

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 DELUXE ROUND BARREL RIFLE.

SN 130409a. Cal. 33WCF. 24″ rnd bbl with Lyman rear adjustable and front ivory bead sights. Half magazine. Blue finish. Checkered straight gripped crotch grain American walnut stocks with shotgun butt. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine, as factory refinished by Doug Turnbull. Bbl retains 90% blue finish with sharp markings. Sights are very good. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver retains 95% expertly restored blue finish. Hammer and lever retain nearly all of their re-case color finish. Stocks are fine with nicely figured wood and coarse checkering at the wrist and on the forend. A very attractive 86 Winchester with a factory quality restoration and factory confirmed conversion. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum Letter showing original shipment as a 45-90 rnd bbl rifle and a return to the factory in 1906. Second shipment shows rnd bbl 33WCF cal, half-magazine and checkered highly figured stocks. An opportunity to obtain a very nice factory updated Winchester 1886 rifle. 50179-16 TEP (3,500-5,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 2054

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2055
$3,450.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 OCTAGON BARREL RIFLE WITH CRESCENT BUTT.

SN 152711A. Cal. 45-70. 26″ bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Straight grained American walnut stocks with crescent butt plate. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl and magazine tube retains 60% blue finish turning somewhat plumb towards the muzzle. Front sight adjustable for wind-age and rear ladder sight both very good. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver is a plumb-brown finish overall with traces of orig blue in protected areas. Bolt retains 80% bright blue. Hammer and lever are a plumb-brown patina. Stocks are very good to fine and are full-sized with most of their orig varnish finish. Buttplate and forend cap show traces of blue finish. A very nice 86-rifle with a great bore in a very desirable cal. 50372-2 TEP (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 2055

2056
$4,887.50

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 SADDLE RING CARBINE TRAPPER MODEL WITH 14″ BARREL.

SN 691528. Cal. 44WCF. Bbl length 14″, blue finish, straight grain American walnut stocks. Saddle ring on left side of receiver. Standard carbine sights. Bbl and receiver bare “WP” proofs. Accompanying this carbine is a BATF Clearance Letter making this carbine exempt from the Gun Control Act of 1938. PROVENANCE: Collection of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very good for this model. Carbine has an overall gray-brown patina with some roughness toward the muzzle end of the bbl. Receiver is a smooth gray patina with very little roughness. All markings are sharp and clear. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Stocks are good with numerous handling marks and dents, comensurated with the age of the carbine. Sling swivel holes have been drilled in the bottom of the butt-stock. No sling is present. 49973-29 TEP (3,200-5,200) C&R – Lot 2056

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2057
$2,875.00

WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 OCTAGON BARREL RIFLE WITH TANG SIGHT AND CRESCENT BUTT.

SN 22320. Cal. 32WCF. 24″ bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Tang sight. Straight grain American walnut stocks. Rear bbl sight mortise has been plugged. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl and magazine tube retain 60% blue finish, blending into a plumb-brown patina toward the muzzle. Bbl markings are sharp. Lyman ivory bead front-sight is very good. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Receiver retains 80% bright blue finish with some high point wear and slight roughness on the right forward side. Loading gate has generous traces of fire blue. Hammer and lever retain much of their orig case color finish. Stocks are fine and full sized with only minor handling marks overall. Buttplate is a silver gray patina with traces of case color. Forend cap retains 50% bright blue finish. A very fine antique model 92 rifle made in the first year of production. 50507-17 TEP (3,500-5,000) IVORY – Lot 2057

2058
$2,300.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 ROUND BARREL RIFLE WITH CRESCENT BUTT.

SN 438479. Cal. 25-20. 24″ rnd bbl. Full magazine. Standard sights. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent buttplate. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl and magazine tube retain 80% blue finish with some scratches and dents toward the muzzle end. Markings are sharp. Sights are very good. Bore is dark with strong rifling. Receiver retains 80% bright blue with some staining on left side and carry wear. Loading gate shows considerable fire-blue. Tang and cal markings are sharp and clear. Hammer and lever retain a considerable amount of case color finish, especially in protected areas. Stocks are very good and full-sized. Buttstock shows some scratching and bruising on both sides, especially at the comb on the left side. Buttplate is a silver-gray patina with traces of case color. Forend cap shows 80% blue. A very nice Winchester 92 rifle made in 1908. 50507-7 TEP (2,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 2058

2059
$2,875.00

WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 ROUND BARREL RIFLE WITH CRESCENT BUTT.

SN 21106. Cal. 38WCF. 24″ rnd bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine retain 50% blue finish, turning plumb toward the muzzle. Markings are sharp. Bore is frosty with visible rifling. Receiver retains 30-40% orig blue finish with the balance turning a plumb-brown patina. Bolt retains 80% blue. Loading gate retains traces of fire blue. Hammer and lever show generous traces of case color. Tang markings are sharp. SN is sharp. Stocks are very good, full sized and show minor dents and scratches overall. Buttplate is silver gray. Forend cap shows 50% blue. A nice antique 92 rifle in a good cal. 50507-18 TEP (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2059

2060
$0.00

*EXTREMELY RARE MODEL 1894 TRAPPER CARBINE WITH 18″ BARREL, BUTTON MAGAZINE AND NO SADDLE RING.

SN 119046. Cal. 30WCF. 18″ bbl. Half magazine. Blue finish. Lyman 3-leaf rear sight. Straight grain American walnut stocks with carbine butt. No saddle ring mounted on receiver. Accompanying this rifle is a copy of a magazine article written by the consignor, Mr. Rick Hill, describing his purchase of this rifle and his research, which confirmed that there are only twelve letterable 18″ Model 1894 Carbines. In the article, which pictures this exact carbine, there is also a copy of a Winchester Museum letter pictured in the article, written to Mr. Hill in 2010 confirming all the features of this extremely rare and desirable Model 1894 Winchester carbine. PROVENANCE: Rick Hill Collection. CONDITION: Fine for this model. Bbl retains 60-70% blue finish with sharp markings. Lyman sight is very good. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Receiver retains 50-60% orig blue blending into a plumb-brown patina. Screws are unmolested. Tang and cal marks are sharp. Hammer and lever show traces of case color in protected areas. Stocks are about fine and full size, with only a few dents and scratches overall. Forend is the proper short length. “G. Mazepa” is lightly scratched into the stock at the right wrist, probably the name of a former owner. Buttplate and bbl band are a smooth gray-brown patina. This is possibly a once in a lifetime chance to purchase an extremely rare trapper model 94 carbine with an 18″ bbl, button magazine, and no saddle ring. Definitely a special order gun from the best model 94 collection extant. 50940-3 TEP (15,000-17,000) C&R – Lot 2060

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2061
$9,775.00

WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 DELUXE TAKEDOWN RIFLE FIRST YEAR PRODUCTION.

SN 12354. Cal. 25-35WCF. 26″ rnd bbl. Full magazine with takedown feature. Blue finish. High grade checkered walnut stocks with pistol grip and crescent butt. Standard front sight, 3-leaf rear sight. Lower tang is marked with assembly no 2537, which is also stamped in the upper tang mortise. “XXX” is also stamped on the lower left tang designating the grade of wood to be used. Accompanying this rifle is a Cody Museum letter dated March 22, 1991 confirming all of the features and showing shipment on December 21, 1895. PROVENANCE: Rick Hill Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 90% orig blue finish, turning plumb-brown toward the muzzle. Magazine tube shows an even plumb-brown patina overall with a wear mark where the tube passes to the hanger. Markings are sharp. Sights are very good. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Receiver retains 80% bright blue blending with a pleasing plumb-brown patina. Hammer and lever show a generous amount of orig case color. Screws are unmolested. Tang and SN marks are sharp. Stocks are fine, retaining most of the orig varnish finish, and only a few minuscule scratches and dents. Checkering is sharp. Grip cap is very good. Buttplate is a silver-gray patina as is the forend cap. A wonderful first year production deluxe takedown model 94 rifle in a great cal from a very well known collection. 50940-1 TEP (10,000-12,000) – Lot 2061

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2062
$0.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 DELUXE HALF ROUND HALF OCTAGON BARREL RIFLE WITH CHECKERED STOCKS AND PISTOL GRIP.

SN 85784. Cal. 30WCF. 26″ half rnd half oct bbl with button magazine. Blue finish. Adjustable tang sight. Stocks are checkered at the wrist and forend and are made from high-grade crotch grain American walnut. Lower tang bares the assembly no 9582 and “XXX” denoting the quality of the wood. The buttstock sports a crescent buttplate. Accompanying this rifle is a Cody Firearms records office letter dated April 29, 2015 confirming all of the features of this rifle and showing shipment on April 28, 1900. PROVENANCE: Rick Hill Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl shows an even plumb-brown finish overall with some blue in protected areas. Sights are good. Bbl markings are sharp. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver shows traces of orig blue in protected areas with the balance turning to a blue-gray patina. Tang markings and SN mark are sharp. Tang sight is very good. Stocks are very good, full sized, and retain much of the orig varnish finish. Checkering is sharp with a small dent on the left side of the wrist. Grip cap is very good. Buttplate is a silver patina, as is the forend cap. A very nice deluxe 94-rifle made in 1900 in a great configuration, from a renowned 94 collection. 50940-2 TEP (7,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 2062

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2063
$5,175.00

*EXTREMELY RARE WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 SADDLE RING CARBINE 1895 VARIANT WITH MUSKET BARREL.

SN 1033180. Cal. 30WCF. 22″ bbl. 20″ magazine. Blue finish. Saddle ring on receiver. Straight grain American walnut stocks with carbine buttplate. This is an extremely rare example of the model 1894/95 variant, where Winchester used a surplus bbl from a model 1895 musket. The musket front-sight is present as is the front mounting hole for the musket rear-sight, which has been plugged. An orig 20″ magazine tube was used. Accompanying this carbine is an article written by the consignor, Mr. Rick Hill, for The Winchester Collector magazine, describing the Model 94/95 carbines. This exact carbine is pictured at the front of the article. This exact carbine is also listed by number in an inventory of these very rare Winchesters. Inventory even notes that the bbl has been drilled at the rear sight. It also notes the extremely rare 22″ bbl length. PROVENANCE: Rick Hill Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube retains 60-70% blue finish, with most of the wear on the top of the bbl behind the front-sight. Bbl markings are clear. Sights are very good. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver retains 40-50% blue finish that has flaked and scratched, which is common to this vintage. Hammer and lever show considerable blue finish. Tang and cal markings are sharp and clear. Stocks are very good to fine and full-sized. There are only minuscule handling marks and dents overall. Buttplate shows blue on the tang with the balance a silver-gray patina. Bbl band and magazine hanger retain traces of orig blue. Here is an opportunity to obtain an example of an extremely rare variation of the model 1894 carbine from an esteemed collection. 50940-10 TEP (5,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 2063

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2064
$0.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 CARBINE.

SN 1054665. Cal. 30WCF. 20″ bbl. 2/3 length magazine. Blue finish. 3-leaf rear sight. No saddle ring present. Straight grain American walnut stock with hard rubber Winchester buttplate. PROVENANCE: Rick Hill Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl and magazine tube retain 80% blue drifting to a plumb-patina to the muzzle. Bbl markings are sharp. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver retains 80% orig blue finish with some staining on the left side and some high point wear. Hammer and lever retain 80% blue finish. Tang and SN marks are sharp. Stocks are fine with almost all of the varnish finish and only minor scratching overall. Buttplate is very good with sharp Winchester logo. Here’s your chance to obtain an extremely rare variation of a 94 Winchester carbine from a renowned collection. 50940-11 TEP (4,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 2064

2065
$0.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 SADDLE RING CARBINE.

SN 398733. Cal. 38-55. 20″ bbl. Full length magazine. Standard carbine sights. Saddle ring mounted on receiver. Straight grain American walnut stocks with carbine buttplate. PROVENANCE: Rick Hill Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube show a pleasing plumb-brown patina, with blue in the protected areas, especially on the magazine. Some battering on the right side of the front sight where blade was replaced. Sights are very good. Bore is frosty with visible rifling. Receiver retains 20-30% orig blue with some scratches. The balance being a gray-brown patina. Hammer and lever show traces of case color. Stocks are very good and full size with some minor handling marks and some dark stains toward the butt and at the rear of the forearm. Buttplate and bbl band are silver-gray patina. A really nice 94 carbine in a hard to find cal from a well known collector. 50940-4 TEP (3,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 2065

2066
$0.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 SADDLE RING CARBINE.

SN 1017854. Cal. 32WS. 20″ bbl. Full length magazine. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks. Carbine buttplate. Saddle ring on left side of receiver. Lyman front sight. Standard carbine rear sight. PROVENANCE: Rick Hill Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl and magazine tube retain 80% blue finish. Blending with a plumb-brown patina toward the muzzle. Bbl markings are sharp. Sights are very good. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Receiver retains 80% blue finish overall with some flaking and scratching, which is common for this model. Tang and SN marks are sharp and clear. Hammer and lever retain traces of orig blue. Stocks are very good and full sized, with only minor scratches and dents overall. Buttplate is silver gray with some blue on the tang. Bbl band is a silver gray patina. A very fine example of a standard Winchester saddle ring carbine made in 1928 from a great model 94 collection. 50940-8 TEP (3,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 2066

2067
$3,737.50

*EXTREMELY RARE WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 SADDLE RING CARBINE/1895 VARIANT.

SN 1027817. Cal. 30WCF. 20″ bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Saddle ring mounted on receiver. Straight grain American walnut stocks with carbine buttplate. The model 94/95 variant is an extremely rare version of the model 1894 carbine. When the model 95 was discontinued, Winchester used the surplus 95 bbls on model 1894 carbines. The bbl was shortened from the breech end and re-chambered for the 30WCF cartridge. The bbl was then marked for the model 94 Winchester. The bbl on this carbine retains the orig ramp front-sight of the model 1895. These carbines were produced in the late 1920’s and are extremely rare. Accompanying this carbine is an article written by the consignor, Mr. Rick Hill, for The Winchester Collector magazine, describing this extremely rare variation of the Model 94/95 variant or “Hybrid” carbines. Included in the article is an inventory of these carbines showing this exact SN. This exact carbine is also pictured in the article. PROVENANCE: Rick Hill Collection. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl and magazine tube retain 60-70% blue finish that has drifted to a plumb patina, especially on the top of the bbl. There is some muzzle wear. Markings are clear and sharp. Sights are very good. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver retains 20-30% blue with the balance having flaked, which is common to this model. Hammer and lever retain traces of orig blue finish. Tang and SN markings are sharp and clear. Stocks are very good and full-sized. Stocks show only minor bruises and dents, commensurate with the age of the carbine. Buttplate and bbl band are a silver-gray patina with traces of blue in protected areas. Forward magazine hanger retains 50%. The chance to obtain an extremely rare variation of the model 1894 Winchester carbine from an esteemed collection. 50940-9 TEP (3,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 2067

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2068
$0.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 SADDLE RING CARBINE WITH RARE THREE QUARTER MAGAZINE.

SN 1015610. Cal. 32WS. 20″ bbl. 3/4 length magazine. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with carbine buttplate. Lyman ivory bead front sight. PROVENANCE: Rick Hill Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube show 20% blue finish, drifting to plumb-brown especially toward the muzzle. Bbl markings are sharp and clear. Lyman and front sight is very good. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver retains about 70% blue finish, the balance of which has flaked, which is common in this vintage. Screws are unmolested. Tang markings are sharp. Cal mark is sharp. Stocks are very good to fine and full sized. Buttstock shows some figure at the comb. Stocks show minuscule handling marks overall. Here’s your chance to obtain an extremely rare variation of a model 94 carbine with a 3/4 length magazine from a very well respected collection. 50940-15 TEP (3,000-3,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 2068

2069
$0.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 SADDLE RING CARBINE.

SN 909636. Cal. 25-35. 20″ bbl. Full length magazine. Blue finish. Saddle ring on receiver. Standard carbine sights. Straight grain American walnut stocks with carbine butt. PROVENANCE: Rick Hill Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl and magazine tube retain 40-50% blue, turning a plumb-brown patina toward the muzzle with some slight scratches in front of the front sight. Markings are sharp. Sights are very good. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver retains 30% blue, with the balance flaking to a brown patina, which is common for this model. Screws are unmolested. Tang and SN markings are sharp. There is a slight stain toward the forward right side of receiver. Hammer and lever show considerable orig blue. Stocks are about fine and full-sized, with only a few dents and scratches overall. Buttplate retains 30% orig blue. Bbl band is a gray-brown patina. A chance to purchase a really nice model 94 carbine in a very desirable cal from a very important collection. 50940-7 TEP (2,750-3,000) C&R – Lot 2069

2070
$2,875.00

*RARE WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 CARBINE TRANSITION MODEL WITH SADDLE RING.

SN 1111002. Cal. 30WCF. 20″ bbl. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with carbine butt. This is 1 of only 7 transition model 1894 saddle ring carbines made in 1936 and one of the last Winchester 94 carbines to have a saddle ring attached. PROVENANCE: Rick Hill Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl and magazine tube retain 80% blue finish with some plumbing toward the muzzle. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver retains 40% blue finish, drifting to a plumb-brown patina. Receiver screws are unmolested. SN and tang markings are sharp and clear. Hammer and lever are a plumb-brown patina. Stocks are fine and full sized with only minor dents and scratches. Bbl bands retain 20% blue. Buttplate retains 50% blue. A chance to obtain a very rare variant of a model 94 carbine from a very well known collection. 50940-12 TEP (2,750-3,500) C&R – Lot 2070

2071
$2,875.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 CARBINE WITH BUTTON MAGAZINE NO SADDLE RING AND SHOTGUN BUTT.

SN 900381. Cal. 38-55. 20″ bbl. Half magazine. Blue finish. Marble front-sight, 3-leaft rear-sight, long tang tang-sight. This type of tang-sight is rarely found and gives a greater distance between sights. Straight grain American walnut stocks with hard rubber shotgun butt. PROVENANCE: Rick Hill Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 80% blue finish with some scratching towards the muzzle. Front-sight bead is broken. Rear-sight is very good. Markings are clear. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver retains 60-70% blue finish with carry wear on bottom. SN mark is sharp and clear. Tang mark is covered by rear-sight which was not removed. Hammer and lever show traces of blue finish. Stocks are very good and full-sized, with some crazing on bottom of buttstock, and minor scratches and dents overall. Buttplate is very good with a clear Winchester logo. Bbl band retains 50% blue. This is a rare variation of a 94 carbine with a button magazine, no saddle ring, and a shotgun buttplate. Rear tang sight is rarely seen. From a well known collection of 94 Winchesters. 50940-6 TEP (2,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 2071

2072
$0.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 CARBINE WITH 14″ MAGAZINE AND GUMWOOD STOCKS.

SN 668953. Cal. 25-35. 20″ bbl. 14″ magazine. Blue finish. Straight grain Gumwood stocks. No saddle ring mounted on receiver. Carbine buttplate. Standard carbine sights. PROVENANCE: Rick Hill Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine show a gray-brown patina overall with some blue in protected areas. Carbine sights are very good. Bbl markings are sharp. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver has a plumb-brown patina overall. Screws are unmolested. Tang and SN markings are sharp. Stocks are very good to fine, with only a few minor dents and scratches overall, which is hard to find with Gumwood stocks. An extremely rare model 94-carbine from a well known 94 collection. 50940-5 TEP (2,500-3,000) C&R – Lot 2072

2073
$2,300.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 SADDLE RING CARBINE.

SN 1268179. Cal. 30WCF. 20″ bbl. Full length magazine. Standard sights. Blue finish. Saddle ring mounted on receiver. Straight grain American walnut stocks with steel shotgun buttplate. This is a very late pre-war model 94, one of the last known to have a saddle ring mounted. PROVENANCE: Rick Hill Collection. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl has turned to a pleasing plumb patina with some blue in protected areas. Magazine tube retains 80% bright blue. Bbl marks are sharp. Sights are very good. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver retains 90% orig blue finish with slight saddle ring wear and unmolested screws. Tang and SN mark are sharp and clear. Stocks are very good and full sized, with only a few minor dents and scratches overall. Buttplate shows traces of blue. Bbl band shows 50% blue. A rare late pre-war 94 SRC, one of the last made with a factory saddle ring in 1941 from a well known 94 collection. 50940-13 TEP (2,250-2,500) C&R – Lot 2073

2074
$3,450.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 RIFLE WITH HALF ROUND HALF OCTAGON BARREL AND SHOTGUN BUTT.

SN 218481. Cal. 38-55. 26″ half rnd bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Lyman ivory bead front-sight. Straight grain American walnut stock with hard rubber Winchester buttplate. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl shows 30-40% blue finish with balance turning plumb-brown patina. Magazine tube shows 80% blue finish. Markings are sharp. Sights are very good. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver retains 80% blue finish, with some carry wear on bottom side. Tang and SN marks are sharp and clear. Hammer and lever both show a considerable amount of case color finish. Stocks are very good and full-sized with only minor handling marks and dents. Winchester buttplate is fine with a clear logo. Forend cap shows 90% blue finish. A very nice example of an early Winchester 94 manufactured in 1901. 50420-1 TEP (2,000-3,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 2074

2075
$2,300.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 SEMI DELUXE TAKEDOWN SHORT RIFLE WITH 22″ ROUND BARREL, HALF MAGAZINE, SPECIAL SIGHTS AND SHOTGUN BUTT.

SN 566139. Cal. 30WC. 22″ bbl. Half magazine, takedown, bead front-sight, 2-leaf rear-sight, and adjustable tang-sight. Blue finish. Straight grain, pistol grip, American walnut stocks with shotgun butt. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine retain 80% orig blue. Thinning toward the muzzle of the bbl. Bbl markings are sharp. Sights are very good. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver retains 70% blue finish, with carry wear and a few small scratches. Hammer and lever retain most of the blue finish. SN is sharp and clear. Tang sight is very good. Stocks are very good, full-sized, and show only minor handling marks and dents. Buttplate is good, with some small chips and wear at the heal and toe. Pistol grip cap is missing a small chip on left side. Forend cap retains 90% blue. A very nice special order Winchester Model 94 semi deluxe short rifle with many special features. 50994-9 TEP (1,750-2,750) C&R – Lot 2075

2076
$2,012.50

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 OCTAGON BARREL RIFLE WITH CRESCENT BUTTPLATE.

SN 173047. Cal. 25-35. 26″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Straight grain American stocks with crescent butt. 3-leaf rear sight. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl and magazine tube retain 50-60% blue with high point wear turning plumb toward the muzzle. Markings are sharp. Sights are very good. Bore is dark with strong rifling. Receiver retains 50-60% blue finish blending to a plumb patina. Tang and SN marks are clear and sharp. Hammer and lever show a generous amount of case color finish, especially in protected areas. Stocks are very good and full-sized with some scratches and dents commensurate to the age of the rifle. Buttplate is a gray-brown patina. Forend cap shows 30% blue. A nice early Winchester 94 rifle made in 1899 in a great cal. 50385-7 TEP (1,000-2,000) C&R – Lot 2076

2077
$6,900.00

EARLY WINCHESTER MODEL 1895 FLAT SIDE RIFLE WITH OCTAGON BARREL AND CRESCENT BUTT.

SN 1523. Cal. 38-72WCF. 26″ bbl. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks. Front sight adjustable wind-age and very large buckhorn rear sight. Receiver is of the rare flat side variety. Lever is of the early 1-pc design. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl blue with some staining and erosion at the forward end behind the front sight. Bbl markings are sharp and clear. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver retains much orig bright blue finish blending into a pleasing plumb-brown patina. Bolt retains about 50% blue. Tang markings are sharp and clear. Stocks are very good and full-size. Stocks show minuscule handling marks and dents overall. An opportunity to obtain a rare and early flat side 95 rifle. 50958-5 TEP (7,500-10,000) – Lot 2077

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2078
$6,900.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1895 RUSSIAN CONTRACT MUSKET WITH BAYONET AND SLING.

SN 110491. Cal. 7.62MM. 28″ bbl. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with handguard. 3,200 yard rear sight, stripper clip guides mounted on receiver, extra swing swivel mounted at front of frame. Top of receiver marked 7.62 m.m., right side of frame bears “XN3″ in a rectangle, which is also present on the right side of the buttstock. These are Russian arsenal marks. Bayonet is 18” long and is marked “Winchester Repeating Arms Co.” on the guard. No other marks are evident. Metal scabbard is unmarked. Orig sling. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 90% dull blue finish turning plumb at the muzzle. Bbl bands are plumb-brown patina. Rear sight is excellent. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver retains 80% of the matte blue finish that is turning plumb-brown overall. Receiver markings are sharp with the exception of the WP Proof that is slightly washed out. Tang markings are sharp. SN is sharp. Stocks are fine, full-sized, with only minuscule handling marks overall. Bayonet is fine with a bright blade and very good scales. Sling is intact but very dry and crazed. One sling loop has been broken. The Russian Imperial Government received 293,816 model 95 Muskets in the years 1915 and 1916. 50387-22 TEP (5,000-7,000) C&R – Lot 2078

2079
$0.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1895 SADDLE RING CARBINE.

SN 79055. Cal. 30ARMY. 22″ bbl. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with handguard and carbine buttplate. Saddle ring mounted on left side of receiver. Accompanying this rifle is a Cody Firearms records office letter dated March 24, 2015 confirming the caliber and serial number applied September 10, 1912. No warehouse information available. PROVENANCE: Rick Hill Collection. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl retains 20% blue finish with some roughness at the forend of the bbl. Bbl band retains 90% blue finish. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver retains 60-70% blue finish, that is drifting to a pleasing plumb-brown patina. Some staining on the top of receiver. Bolt shows 20% blue. Tang markings are sharp and clear. Receiver marking is sharp and clear. Stocks are very fine and full-sized with only minuscule handling marks and dings. Buttstock has a sling eye mounted as does the bbl band. Very fine example of a Model 95 Winchester carbine in a cal that was a favorite amongst Texas Rangers during the Mexican Revolution. 50940-14 TEP (4,500-5,000) C&R – Lot 2079

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2080
$1,035.00

WINCHESTER MODEL 1895 ROUND BARREL RIFLE WITH CRESCENT BUTTPLATE.

SN 4144. Cal. 38-72. 26″ rnd bbl. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent buttplate. Forend has a schnabel tip with an ebony insert. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl shows a pleasing plumb-brown patina overall with traces of blue in protected areas. Marble front-sight and rear-sight are very good. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Receiver shows a gray-brown patina overall with some traces of blue in protected areas. Receiver and tang markings are sharp and clear. Stocks are very good, full-sized with only minor scratches and dents overall. Buttplate is a silver-gray patina. A very nice model 95 Winchester in a great cal to shoot. 50991-2 TEP (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2080

2081
$1,380.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 JOHN WAYNE COMMEMORATIVE CARBINE.

SN JW100H2312. Cal. 44-40. 18-1/2″ bbl. Blue and pewter finish. Tiger grained American walnut stocks with carbine butt. Bbl bands are pewter, bbl is inlaid with replica of John Wayne’s signature. Receiver is engraved in a floral style with vignettes of John Wayne on both sides. Left receiver is engraved “John Wayne American 1907-2007”. Right receiver is engraved “Courage, Strength, Grit John Wayne Centennial”. Carbine sports a large loop operating lever. Right side of buttstock has a medallion inlaid. CONDITION: Very fine to excellent. Bbl and magazine tube retain 95% orig blue finish, turning slightly plumb towards the muzzle. Bbl markings are sharp and clear. Bore appears un-fired. Pewter parts retain all of their orig finish. Hammer, bolt, and trigger retain nearly all the orig blue. Stocks are very fine with little evidence of handling. Buttplate retains nearly all the orig blue. A very nice 92-carbine made to celebrate The Centennial of the Duke. 50385-8 TEP (1,250-1,750) C&R – Lot 2081

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2082
$3,450.00

*GROUP OF 3 WINCHESTER MODEL 9422 RIFLES.

1) WINCHESTER 9422XTR. SN F880839. Cal. 22lr. COON HUNTER. 20-1/2″ bbl. Lever action rifle. Blued finish, hooded front sight, grooved receiver. Checkered forearm & buttstock. Deluxe wood. Receiver engraved both sides. Left side racoon, right side hound dog. Winchester logo buttplate. Winchester box with end label numbered to gun. CONDITION: As new, possibly unfired. Box excellent. C&R 2) WINCHESTER 9422XTR. SN F541902. Cal. 22lr. XTR. SN F541902. 20-1/2″ bbl. Lever action rifle. Blued finish, grooved receiver. Checkered forearm & buttstock. Deluxe high gloss wood. Winchester logo buttplate. CONDITION: Fine. Front sight hood missing; rear sight face bent. Lever shows signs of use. Blue loss bottom lever & bottom forend band. Minuscule oxidation flecks right receiver. Minor handling dings toe line of stock. 3) WINCHESTER 9422XTR. SN F331255. Cal. 22lr. XTR. SN F331255. 20-1/2″ bbl. Lever action rifle. blued finish, hooded front sight, grooved receiver. Uncheckered forearm & buttstock. High gloss finish. Winchester logo buttplate. Winchester box with end label numbered to gun and paperwork. CONDITION: As new, possibly unfired. Box in fine condition. Three great collector grade 9422s. 50426-47, 50426-48, 50426-49 TJW (2,500-4,000) – Lot 2082

2083
$2,875.00

*LOT OF 3 WINCHESTER MODEL 9422 RIFLES.

1) WINCHESTER 9422. SN FTF1804. Cal. 22lr. 25th ANNIVERSARY GRADE 1. 20-1/2″ bbl. Blued finish, hooded front sight, grooved receiver. Checkered forearm & buttstock. Deluxe wood. Receiver engraved both sides. Left side: “ONE OF TWENTY FIVE HUNDRED” in banner with shooting scene. Right side: “1972 TWENTY FIFTH ANNIVERSARY 1977″ with Winchester horse & rider. Winchester logo buttplate. Matching hang tag. Orig Winchester hard luggage fitted case with all paperwork. CONDITION: As new. Shows no wear. Case is as new. 2) WINCHESTER 9422XTR. SN F510757. Cal. 22 lr. XTR TRADITIONAL. 20-1/2″ bbl. Blued finish, hooded front sight, grooved receiver. Checkered forearm & buttstock. Winchester logo buttplate. Winchester box with end label numbered to gun and paperwork. CONDITION: As new. Box in excellent condition. 3) WINCHESTER 9422 XTR. SN F689911. Cal. 22 lr. COON HUNTER. 20-1/2” bbl. Blued finish, hooded front sight, grooved receiver. Checkered forearm & buttstock. Deluxe wood. Receiver engraved both sides. Left side racoon, right side hound dog. Winchester logo buttplate. Winchester box with end label numbered to gun and paperwork. CONDITION: Nearly as new. Small patch of oxidation left side magazine tube behind loading port below bbl. 3 miniscule marks left side receiver. Box end torn but still attached. Super trio of 9422s. 50426-44, 50426-45, 50426-46 TJW (2,250-3,750) – Lot 2083

2084
$2,875.00

EXCEPTIONALLY FINE WINCHESTER MODEL 1887 LEVER ACTION 12 GAUGE FIRST YEAR PRODUCTION.

SN 4467. Cal. 12 ga. Exceptionally fine case colored lever action shotgun with 30″ bbls and 3-pc walnut stocks. This is a first year production gun with the bold “WRA” in script on left side of receiver and checkered steel shotgun butt. Marked on tang “Manufactured by The Winchester Repeating Arms Co., New Haven, Conn., U.S.A. Pat. Feb. 16. & July 20.1886” Case colored bolt/lever assembly with brass bead frontsight. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine with most vivid case colors remaining with slight darkening on upper tang from handling and crest of receiver from same. Bbl and magazine retain most all their deep Winchester factory blue finish with light spotting but with very little finish loss. Walnut stocks are exceptionally fine with most all factory finish remaining with typical staining from use and some slight bruising. Forearms are both quite fine with left forearm having a slight chip but no cracks and still retain most orig varnish. A really exceptional 1887 first year level shotgun. 51014-2 TDW (3,000-4,000) – Lot 2084

2085
$2,012.50

*EXTREMELY FINE WINCHESTER MODEL 1901 TEN GAUGE LEVER ACTION SHOTGUN.

SN 75567. Cal. 10 ga. 32″ bbl marked cyl bore with nickel silver bead front sight. Blue finish overall with 3-pc walnut semi pistol grip stocks with red Hawkins recoil pad. Manufactured in 1911. Bold “WRA” in script on left side receiver. Tang marked “Reg.in U.S.Pat.Off.Winchester Trademark”. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine blue finish remains with only slight losses at high points of receiver, muzzle and edges of bbl bands. Bore and chamber are bright and shiny with no pitting. Walnut stocks are exceptionally fine as refinished with period red rubber Hawkins recoil pad. A truly exceptional 1901 Winchester lever shotgun. 51014-1 TDW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 2085

2086
$6,325.00

FRAMED RARE WINCHESTER SHOT SHELL STORE DISPLAY “SHOOT THEM AND AVOID TROUBLE”.

Winchester display poster from “THE AMERICAN LITHOGRAPH NY”, copyright Winchester Repeating Arms Co 1908. Humorous image of a skunk being prodded out of a hollow log. Two African-American boys and their dog reacting to a fleeing skunk exiting the log, their shotgun propped against the log. Titled “SHOOT THEM AND AVOID TROUBLE” at the bottom of the piece with “WINCHESTER LOADED SHOT GUN SHELLS” at the top. The image is flanked by “THE/”W”/BRAND” small logo on each side. The wording was widely regarded as inappropriate and Winchester recalled the posters to remove the slogan. Mounted in contemporary frame. Image measures 33″ long x 25″ wide. CONDITION: Poster retains bright colors with about a half dozen light vertical creases. Paper with minor age crackling which do not detract. Overall a very nice piece. 50987-1 TJW (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2086

2087
$2,300.00

SCARCE H.R. POORE WINCHESTER BEAR DOGS PRINT.

Iconic Winchester print used in a variety of Winchester advertisements with exposed image 34-1/4″ x 26-1/4″ in its faux striped period frame. Image depicts two large brown and white “bear dogs” in the foreground and two large brown dogs that may be bloodhounds in the background, in a barn setting. These dogs were reportedly part of the Winchester family hunting pack. Overall dimensions of the frame are 37-1/2″ x 29-1/2″. CONDITION: Front has one tiny chip on the right at barrel and small chip beneath signature. Otherwise, appears to be fine with little or no fading or soil. Frame is sound with dark crackled varnish. 51078-1 TDW (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2087

2088
$2,300.00

LOT OF TWO CALENDARS, WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS COMPANY 1896 & UNION METALLIC CARTRIDGE CO. 1899.

Winchester “14×25-3/4” showing in matted frame – a lovely Winchester 1896 calendar with illustration by A.B. Frost. Main image is of two hunters shooting a bull moose, titled “The Finishing Shot”. Bottom image of two western hunters shooting a sheep and smaller image of trapshooter at the line on left side. Titled “Ready”. Calendar pad is missing, but rivets remain with some corners of pad pages attached. UMC framed image 13×26-1/2- the UMC calendar features military images with main scene of soldier & sailor in period dress with draped flags behind. Small top images are titled “The Astor Battery” with soldiers and cannon. Center image of the “USS Oregon” & right side image is of “T. Roosevelt and First USV cavalry Rough Riders”. Calendar depicts 6 military cartridges, 3 on each side. December 1899 calendar page is present. Both calendars are professionally framed and matted. We removed the calendars for examination. Both have their original metal bands at top and bottom. CONDITION: Winchester calendar retains nice color & light crinkling to paper from being rolled. Small 2″ tear on left side into “Winchester” banner. UMC calendar is very bright & in excellent condition. Attached December page is yellowed with small edge tears. Remaining staples are lightly rusted with remnants of other calendar pages remaining. 50866-1 TJW (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2088

2089
$1,035.00

SCARCE PETERS AMMUNITION 3-D DIE CUT.

30″ wide by 33-1/2″ tall. Easel back. Charming autumn scene of two children target shooting with passing hunter joined by four Setters, three being young pups. By George Straub. Front panel of hunter, with pheasant and rabbit in game pouch, is a 3-D pop-up. Featuring Peters “Rustless / Gildkote” rimfire ammunition with a box of Peters “Target” shot shells in lower bottom corner. CONDITION: Good. Bright color with moderate fading. Edge damage throughout, heaviest at top and top right corner. Easel on back shows some separation. Some backing paper separation. A really great image which will make you smile. Peters Ammunition advertising die cuts are seldom seen. 50530-9 TJW (500-1,000) – Lot 2089

2090
$13,225.00

EXCEEDINGLY RARE AND IMPORTANT 41 CALIBER KNUCKLEDUSTER BY REID.

SN 6472. Cal. 41 RF. One of the approximately 150 .41 cal Reid Knuckledusters ever produced. Manufactured 1870 through 1872 with a brass frame and silver wash exterior finish. New York scroll and vine engraved with fire-blue 5-shot individually rifled chambers. Single action with spur trigger and trigger safety device. Marked on top of frame “J.REID’S DERRINGER” “PATD DEC.26.1865”. The frame is a trap door style. One of only 16 of the .41. cal Knuckledusters known to exist. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine with excellent bores and mechanics. The appearance of some previous restoration is apparent as the cyl finish has been restored. However, the balance of the period silver wash is mostly present on the frame with small areas of loss which is to be expected on the high points and bottom of butt. Truly a remarkable find and one can only imagine how few of the original 150 still exist. This is a numbers matching gun with serial numbers found on frame, trigger, safety device, cyl and cyl pin. 50603-25 TDW (7,500-12,500) – Lot 2090

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2091
$5,175.00

EXCEPTIONAL LOT OF FIVE JAMES REID “MY FRIEND” KNUCKLEDUSTER REVOLVERS.

1) REID MY FRIEND. SN 4804. Cal. 22. 7-shot single action with spur trigger Knuckleduster. Estimated approximately at 11,000 produced. Distinctive all brass frame with scroll and vine engraving marked “MY FRIEND”. A very distinctive design that is well recognized for its use as a set of brass knuckles for hand to hand fighting. Manufactured 1868 to 1882. Early example with right handed cyl pin threads. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Brass has a very mellow mustard patina. Cyl appears to have been cleaned but functions properly. Chambers and mechanics are fine. The cyl and pin have been replaced. 2) REID MY FRIEND. SN 5892. Cal. 22. Brass Knuckleduster pattern frame. 7-shot cyl. Single action with spur trigger design. Lightly engraved in a New York pattern of scroll and vine. Nicely marked “MY FRIEND” on frame. Manufactured 1868 to 1882. Early model with safety. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Good chambers and mechanics. Has patinaed to a very mellow mustard overall. A classic Knuckleduster revolver. 3) REID MY FRIEND. SN 6631. Cal. 22. Brass Knuckleduster design frame with spur trigger, single action with 7-shot cyl. Scroll and vine New York style engraved marked “MY FRIEND” on frame. Brass frame with safety. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Exceptional overall, having aged to a mellow mustard coloring throughout. Chamber and mechanics are very fine. A classic Knuckleduster. 4) REID MY FRIEND. SN 6634. Cal. 22. Brass Knuckleduster design frame with 7-shot cyl. Spur trigger. Single action. New York style scroll and vine engraving marked “MY FRIEND” on frame. Early model with safety. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with sharp lettering and fine engraving. Chambers and mechanics are excellent and brass has mellowed to a very nice patina. 5) REID MY FRIEND. SN 8106. Cal. 32. Brass Knuckleduster design frame with 5-shot cyl and spur trigger. New York style engraving with scroll and vine. Marked “MY FRIEND” on frame. Early model safety. Manufactured 1868 through 1882 with approximately 11,000 produced. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine with traces of original lacquer on brass frame in protected areas. Cyl has lost most of its original finish, however, it is very attractive overall. Chambers are good, however, mechanics are slightly stiff. 50603-21, 50603-22, 50603-26, 50603-27, 50603-30 (4,000-5,500) – Lot 2091

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2092
$3,450.00

ATTRACTIVE LOT OF FIVE EARLY “MY FRIEND” REID KNUCKLEDUSTER PISTOLS.

1) REID MY FRIEND. SN 3914. Cal. 22 RF. 7-shot Knuckleduster pattern frame with spur trigger. Early 3-pin variation with “MY FRIEND” on bottom left side of frame. New York style engraved with grooved receiver for sight. Single action operation. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Good overall,with contemporary restoration. Cyl is of new manufacture as is cyl pin. Safety mechanism and the two retaining pins that secure it are not present. The cyl pin has been replaced. The “My Friend” marking is on the lower left strap which is typical of the early Knuckledusters. The left recoil shield has been cut out for loading. 2) REID MY FRIEND. SN 4252. Cal. 22 RF. Brass “MY FRIEND” Knuckleduster pattern frame with New York style engraving. Single action with spring trigger. Earlier 3-pin variation with safety device. Matching cyl, frame and cyl pin. “My Friend” marking on the lower left strap which is typical of the early Knuckledusters. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Fine overall, with traces of silver wash evident in protected areas. Balance of frame has mellowed with a pleasant patina. Mechanics fail to operate properly and need attention. 3) REID MY FRIEND. SN 4403. Cal. 22 RF. Knuckleduster pattern frame constructed of brass with 7-shot cyl. Broadly New York engraved and marked “MY FRIEND” below cyl. Single action with spur trigger. Early variation with 3 pins, however, is missing trigger safety device. “My Friend” marking on lower left strap which is typical of the early Knuckledusters. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Fine overall with the exception of chambers are fine, however, mechanics need attention as they fail to operate properly. Has attained an even patina with no evidence of cleaning. Manufacture 1868 through 1882. 4) REID MY FRIEND. SN 4410. Cal. 22 RF. Brass construction with a Knuckleduster pattern frame. 7-shot cyl. New York style engraved. Earlier 3-pin variation with safety device. Marked “MY FRIEND” below cyl. Cyl pin and cyl are not numbered. “My Friend” on lower left strap which is typical of the early Knuckledusters. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Good overall, with good markings and strong engraving. Frame has two period repairs that appear to be soldered. Chambers are good, however, mechanics need attention as they are out of sorts. 5) REID MY FRIEND. SN 4420. Cal. 22 RF. Knuckleduster pattern frame made of brass with bold floral New York style engraving. 7-shot cyl. Single action with spur trigger. Earlier 3-pin variation with “MY FRIEND” marked on lower strap. Safety device small piece remaining having been previously broken. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Good overall, with clear markings and bold engraving. Pleasant patina overall with minor distress on hammer and cyl from earlier corrosion. Chambers are fine, however, mechanics need attention as cyl does not lock properly. 50603-12, 50603-13, 50603-15, 50603-16, 50603-17 TDW (2,500-3,500) – Lot 2092

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2093
$3,162.50

SUPERB LOT OF THREE “MY FRIEND” KNUCKLEDUSTER REVOLVERS BY JAMES REID.

1) REID MY FRIEND. SN 4295. Cal. 22. Brass Knuckleduster pattern frame with spur trigger and 7-shot cyl. New York style engraved with scroll and vine and a dot punch background. Nicely marked “MY FRIEND” on lower strap. This is one of the most distinctive and well known Western/gambling weapons of the era. Manufacture 1868 through 1882 with approximately 11,000 produced. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Exceptional overall condition having attained a very pleasant and mellow patina overall. Mechanics and chambers are excellent. A far better than average knuckle duster revolver. 2) REID MY FRIEND. SN 4454. Cal. 22. Brass Knuckleduster pattern frame. 7-shot cyl. Single action operation. Marked “MY FRIEND” on lower strap and is nicely embellished with scroll and vine engraving with a chase line surrounding. Manufactured 1868 through 1882 with a production of approximately 11,000. Early example with right handed cyl pin threads and safety. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Excellent condition overall with exterior having turned a nice, pleasant dark patina. Mechanics and chambers are very fine. One of the most distinctive weapons of the 1880s Western gambling era. 3) REID MY FRIEND. SN 6728. Cal. 22. Exceptional with brass Knuckleduster pattern frame with 7-shot cyl. Spur trigger with single action operation marked “MY FRIEND” on top of frame. New York style engraved with scroll and vine dot punch background. Manufactured 1868 through 1882. A piece of classic Americana. Fine early example. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, with excellent chambers and mechanics. A light chocolate patina overall with excellent markings. A far better Knuckleduster showing no distress and having great eye appeal. 50603-14, 50603-18, 50603-28 TDW (2,500-3,500) – Lot 2093

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2094
$8,050.00

SUPERB LOT OF TWO “MY FRIEND” KNUCKLEDUSTERS BY JAMES REID INCLUDING THE EARLIEST KNOWN REID KNUCKLEDUSTER TO EXIST.

1) REID MY FRIEND. SN 3454. Cal. 22 RF. Knuckleduster – Nickel plated brass frame. “My Friend” marking on the bottom strap. This is typical of the early Knuckledusters. This is believed to be one of several prototypes made in the New York factory in late 1861 or early 1862. This is the earliest known Reid Knuckleduster to exist. It was made at least three years before Reid started the regular production of the 22’s which began in 1865. Believed to be one of a few prototypes that were numbered. The number “7” is stamped on the cylinder pin. One of the most important Reid Knuckledusters known to exist. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with most all silver wash remaining. Safety device is present as is so frequently lost or broken. Cyl is excellent with much finish remaining, however, mechanics need some attention as the cyl does not rotate properly. A very fine specimen and example of an early Reid “MY FRIEND” revolver. 2) REID MY FRIEND. SN 6079. Cal. 22 RF. “MY FRIEND” Knuckleduster pattern frame constructed of brass and engraved in a New York style. 7-shot cyl with single action operation and spur trigger. Mid-production gun with 3-pin pattern frame and cyl trigger safety device. Frame marked “MY FRIEND” above cyl followed by patent dates. Early example with right handed cyl pin threads. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Very fine overall as restored. Nickel finish on frame appears to have been a period addition. Much blue remains on cyl with slight loss from period use. Chambers are excellent, however, mechanics need some attention. 50603-11, 50603-23 TDW (2,500-3,500) – Lot 2094

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2095
$5,750.00

SPECTACULAR LOT OF TWO ENGRAVED “MY FRIEND” KNUCKLEDUSTERS BY JAMES REID.

1) REID MY FRIEND. SN 4743. Cal. 22 RF. Knuckleduster pattern frame constructed of brass with 7-shot cyl. Single action operation with spur trigger. Early style with safety. Marked above cyl “MY FRIEND” with patent dates following. Boldly New York style engraved with nickel finish overall. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Superb overall condition, with most period nickel finish remaining with loss on high points and edges from gentle use. Engraving is sharp and crisp. Chambers and mechanics are very fine. Numbers matching gun with numbers being found on frame, cyl and cyl pin. An exceptionally fine example of an early production Reid Knuckleduster. 2) REID MY FRIEND. SN 9841. Cal. 22 RF. Knuckleduster. Transition model. This frame along with a few others was made about the time when Reid made the decision to eliminate the safety as a cost cutting measure. The grooves for the safety on these frames were already cut. Rather than scrap these frames Reid plugged the cutout with a piece of brass. Because the frames were actually bronze and the inserts were brass, the patina which developed over the years resulted in different colors. This fact made the brass insert stand out against the bronze frame. These have been known as the “transition models”. This particular gun has scroll engraving on top of the brass insert in an attempt to cover or hide the insert. The hole in the front of the frame was intended for the safety which was never installed. This is the only example with these characteristics. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Superb overall condition, with most of its period silver wash remaining with typical loss at bottom of butt and high points. Chambers and mechanics are excellent. Much flame heat treatment is still visible on hammer and trigger and is a very fine example overall. 50603-20, 50603-31 TDW (2,000-3,500) – Lot 2095

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2096
$1,840.00

SUPERB 32 CALIBER “MY FRIEND” KNUCKLEDUSTER BY JAMES REID.

SN 11770. Cal. 32 RF. Brass frame Knuckleduster mid-production 5-shot with single action operation and spur trigger. Later variation made without safety device but nicely marked “MY FRIEND” above cyl on frame. New York style engraved on frame with a shield pattern checkering at butt. A numbers matching gun and numbered on frame, cyl, trigger and cyl pin. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine overall condition, with portions of silver wash finish remaining in protected areas. Scroll and vine engraving is very fine with a relatively large amount of coverage. Cyl and mechanics are excellent. A very difficult Knuckleduster to acquire as the total production was approximately 3,100 made from 1870 to 1882. Rarely encountered in any condition. 50603-35 TDW (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2096

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2097
$1,380.00

VERY GOOD 32 CALIBER KNUCKLEDUSTER BY JAMES REID.

SN 10078. Cal. 32 RF. Transitional Knuckleduster pattern frame manufactured of brass. Single action with spur trigger and 5-shot cyl. Scroll and vine New York pattern engraving and marked “MY FRIEND” followed by patent dates on the frame above cyl. Late production model manufactured without trigger safety device. Frame manufactured with safety slot but plugged by Reid with a piece of brass as a cost cutting measure. Known as the Transition model. A numbers matching gun with matching numbers found on frame, trigger, cyl and cyl pin. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Good overall, with traces of silver wash in very protected areas. A slight dent in the rear frame from being dropped or possibly striking someone. Cyl has a fracture over one chamber which is of the period. Brass has mellowed with a very pleasant patina overall as the cyl and cyl pin have also acquired a pleasant patina. Chambers and mechanics are fine. 50603-33 TDW (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2097

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2098
$2,300.00

VERY FINE LOT OF THREE KNUCKLEDUSTER REVOLVERS BY JAMES REID.

1) REID MY FRIEND. SN 9931. Cal. 22. Knuckleduster-Transition model. Brass frame, single action with 6-shot cyl. New York style engraved marked “MY FRIEND” above cyl. Late 2-pin design made without safety. Matching numbers found on frame, cyl and cyl pin. This frame along with a few others was made about the time when Reid made the decision to eliminate the safety as a cost cutting measure. The grooves for the safety on these frames were already cut. Rather than scrap these frames Reid plugged the cutout with a piece of brass. Quite scarce and known as the Transition model by collectors. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Good overall, with good chambers. Mechanics are somewhat sticky and need some attention. Engraving very nicely done with a small amount of distress towards butt. The most classic of all American Western gambling pocket guns. 2) REID MY FRIEND. SN 11603. Cal. 22. Knuckleduster pattern frame with 6-shot cyl. Spur trigger single action operation. New York style engraved with broad scroll engraving. Late manufacture having a 2-pin style frame made without safety feature. Manufactured 1868 through 1882. Manufactured with brass frame. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Very good overall. Has a very pleasant overall patina finish. Mechanics need attention as it does not like to function properly with hammer pulled to rear. 3) REID KNUCKLE DUSTER. SN 10248. Cal. 22. Brass Knuckleduster pattern frame with 7-shot cyl. New York style engraved. Nicely marked “MY FRIEND” above cyl on frame. Numbers matching on frame, cyl and cyl pin. Later transitional model being a 2-pin variation made without safety mechanism. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Very fine overall having mellowed to a somewhat chocolate patina. Chambers and mechanics are excellent. Some very light spotting on exterior of cyl is present but in no way detracts from the firearm. A slight amount of wear is evident on frame giving it a pleasant carried appearance. 50603-32, 50603-34, 50603-37 TDW (1,800-2,700) – Lot 2098

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2099
$2,300.00

SPECTACULAR LOT OF TWO “MY FRIEND” KNUCKLEDUSTERS BY JAMES REID.

1) REID MY FRIEND. SN 6178. Cal. 22 RF. Knuckleduster pattern frame with New York style engraving. Nickel finish overall. Mid-production 3-pin variation with safety device and frame marked “MY FRIEND’ followed by patent dates above cyl on frame. Numbers matching on frame, cyl, cyl pin and safety device. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine overall condition, with much nickel finish remaining. Chambers and mechanics are excellent. Slight finish loss from peeling on butt and top strap. Engraving is excellently executed. A superb mid-production Reid Knuckleduster with desirable nickel plated finish with safety. 2) REID MY FRIEND. SN 6966. Cal. 22 RF. Brass Knuckleduster pattern frame. 7-shot cyl with single action operation and spur trigger. Mid-production 3-pin variation with safety device. Marked “MY FRIEND” followed by patent dates above cyl on frame. Silver finish overall with matching numbers throughout. Early model with safety. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Superb overall condition, with most all nickel finish remaining with slight flaking on cyl. The New York style engraving is wonderfully executed and presents itself well. Chambers and mechanics are excellent. Silver finish shows little evidence of handling as it has dulled to a somewhat coin appearance and is very pleasant to look at. Manufactured 1868 through 1882. 50603-24, 50603-29 TDW (1,800-3,000) – Lot 2099

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2100
$6,325.00

SPECTACULAR “MY FRIEND” KNUCKLEDUSTER BY JAMES REID WITH DOUBLE “MY FRIEND” MARKINGS.

SN 4554. Cal. 22 RF. Brass frame traditional Knuckleduster pattern frame. Broad New York style engraving. Early 3-pin frame with safety device. Double marked “MY FRIEND” below cyl and “MY FRIEND” with patent dates above cyl. Numbers matching gun with numbers found on frame, trigger, safety device, cyl and cyl pin. This gun has right hand cyl pin threads. Very early production. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Superb overall condition, with most all nickel finish remaining. Engraving is well executed and very pleasing. Chambers and mechanics are excellent and functioning inclusive of the safety device. A spectacular example and would be difficult to improve upon and the only one I have seen with the double “MY FRIEND” markings. 50603-19 TDW (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2100

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2101
$1,035.00

SUPERB “MY FRIEND” KNUCKLEDUSTER BY JAMES REID.

SN 15086. Cal. 22 RF. Knuckleduster. Nickel finish overall. New York style engraving. Extremely late production single pin variation with “MY FRIEND” on frame above cyl followed by patent dates. Brass frame single action operation with spur trigger. 7-shot cyl. This is a numbers matching example with numbers being found on frame, trigger, cyl and cyl pin. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Spectacular overall condition, with virtually all period nickel remaining. Hammer and trigger retain most of their original fire-blue finish. Scroll and vine engraving is executed wonderfully. Chambers and mechanics are excellent. Very little loss of finish other than some very minor flaking on the cyl. Balance of finish remains intact and is very fine. The “1” in this SN has been stamped upside down by manufacturer. 50603-36 TDW (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2101

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2102
$1,495.00

EXCEEDINGLY RARE AND DESIRABLE LOT OF THREE JAMES REID MODEL 1 POCKET REVOLVERS.

1) REID MDL 1. SN 27. Cal. 22 RF. Iron and brass combination high hump SN 27 7-shot Reid revolver. 3-1/2″ oct bbl marked “J.REID.NEW YORK” on top bbl flat. 2-pc walnut grips with brass escutcheons. Single action with spur trigger. High hump variations are exceedingly rare and when being a brass and iron combination makes them almost impossible to find. Earliest known Reid Model 1.22 cal Revolver. High hump frame variation where hammer closes under the hinge pin. Some parts are made of brass and some of steel showing that James Reid used whatever he had on hand at the time. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with what appears to be all proper and correct early production components. The upward swiveling loading gate has a period repair at its hinge point but is now stable. The small brass access plate on left side of frame still retains original frame-to-disk index marking. Bore and mechanics are fine. Traces of period blue finish remain in protected areas on bbl and frame. An exceedingly rare and desirable early variation of the Model 1. 2) REID MDL 1. SN 283. Cal. 22 RF. Early production high hump 7-shot revolver with 3-1/2″ blue finish oct bbl. 2-pc walnut grips with brass escutcheons and nickel plated iron frame. Single action with spur trigger. Distinctive upward swiveling loading gate with safety lock. Bbl marked “J.REID.NEW.YORK.” SN “283” found on bottom of bbl. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Spectacular overall condition, with most all of the period bright blue remaining on bbl. Blue finish on cyl has mostly turned plum but traces of the bright blue remain. Frame and loading gate retain virtually all of their period nickel with only a slight amount of discoloration and distress. 2-pc walnut grips are exceptional retaining most of their period varnish but have suffered a very small chip with a small amount of material loss at the top of the left grip handle. A truly exceptional example of one of the least common Reid revolvers. 3) REID 1. SN 2499. Cal. 22 RF. Model 1 Reid revolver 7-shot cyl, single action with spur trigger, 2-pc walnut grips with brass escutcheons. Combination steel and brass construction. Very end of production variation with what is referred to as the straight line receiver having no large hump. Upward swiveling loading gate and 3-1/2″ oct bbl. Manufactured from 1861 through 1864 with a total production believed to be just under 900. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Very good overall, with only traces of period nickel finish remaining on frame. 2-pc walnut grips are very good with areas of finish loss appropriate for age. Bore and mechanics are fine, however, cyl does not lock in position. Loading gate locking latch is not present and appears not to have been present for some time. This is an amazing grouping of Model 1 Reid’s with examples of most all variations. 50603-1, 50603-1, 50603-2, 50603-8 TDW (1,800-2,500) – Lot 2102

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2103
$920.00

SUPERB LOT OF THREE JAMES REID REVOLVERS.

1) REID MDL 4. SN 2343. Cal. 32 RF. James Reid pocket revolver model 4 with 3-1/2″ oct bbl. Single action spur trigger design with 6-shot cyl. 2-pc rosewood grips with unusual profiled loading gate distinctive to James Reid revolvers. This variation being made without ejector. This variation while made as a cartridge revolver could be converted to 31 cap and ball as the rear of the chambers are threaded for a percussion nipple adapter known as the dual ignition system. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with a portion of the period nickel wash remaining and much of the copper flash visible as well. Bore and mechanics are exceptional. 2-pc rosewood grips are very fine with one very minor stress crack in the left side. An extremely scarce American made revolver. 2) REID 4A. SN 3343. Cal. 31/32 RF. James Reid pocket revolver Model 4A. 3-1/2″ bbl. Single action spur trigger with 2-pc walnut grips with brass escutcheons. 6-shot cyl with threaded chambers to accept percussion adapter done to circumvent the Rollin White patent. Known as the dual ignition system. 3-1/2″ oct bbl marked “J.REID.N.Y.CITY”. This revolver is equipped with the Tileston locking device which was intended to be an additional safety. Only a handful of these were made. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Fine overall, with good bore and mechanics. Grips are fine with very minor edge wear. Very attractive overall and has turned an even light dove grey. 3) REID 4. SN 3151. Cal. 31/32 RF. James Reid pocket revolver model 4 with 4″ bbl. The unusual ability to convert this firearm from percussion to cartridge was an attempt to defeat the Rollin White patent. Known as the dual ignition system. 6-shot cyl with rear of chambers threaded to accept percussion nipples. 4″ oct bbl marked “J.REID.N.Y.CITY”. 2-pc walnut grips, spur trigger with single action operation. This gun still retains its loading lever and has two percussion adapters still in the cyl. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with traces of original blue finish on bbl and frame in protected areas. Bore and mechanics are very fine and one percussion adapter is housed inside of its chamber. Very minor surface corrosion exists and a very light cleaning would greatly improve this uncommon revolver. 50603-7, 50603-7, 50603-9, 50603-10 TDW (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2103

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2104
$1,035.00

EXCEPTIONAL LOT OF FOUR JAMES REID MODEL TWO REVOLVERS.

1) REID MDL 2. SN 1035. Cal. 32 RF. James Reid pocket model revolver model 2 with 5-3/4″ bbl. Blue finish overall with high hump receiver, spur trigger with distinct upward tilting loading gate. Distinctly marked “THE PHENIX”. 6-shot cyl and single action operation. 2-pc walnut grips with brass sketchings. Made in very limited quantities between 1862 and 1864. Believed to be approximately 1200 produced with very few being made with the high hump frame. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with most original blue having turned a plum patina. Mechanics and bore are all fine. Walnut grips are very good with moderate wear at edges of base. Very light period corrosion in protected areas of which a moderate cleaning would greatly improve upon. 2) REID MDL 2. SN 1193. Cal. 32 RF. James Reid model 2 with 5″ bbl. 6-shot cyl single action operation with 5″ oct bbl with nickel silver blade front sight. Spur trigger with upward swiveling loading gate and provision for exterior manual ejector that is not present. 2-pc smooth walnut grips with brass escutcheons. Low hump frame variation. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Fine overall, with much original blue on bbl with traces of finish on frame in protected areas. 2-pc walnut grips are very fine with slight edge wear at base but solid and no cracks. Bore and mechanics are very good. Very small production with approximately 1200 manufactured between 1862 and 1864. 3) REID MDL 2. SN 1305. Cal. 32 RF. Reid pocket revolver model 2 with 6″ bbl. 2-pc walnut grips with brass escutcheon. Single action with spur trigger. 6-shot cyl with distinctive upward tilting loading gate with side mounted manual ejection. 6″ oct bbl with nickel blade front sight and top flat marked “ADDRESS.W.IRVING.20.CLIFF.ST.NY”. Very limited production with an estimated 1200 made between 1862 and 1864. Has rare extractor rod. Low hump frame variation. Also has early “Irving” barrel marking. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine overall with revolver being an even dove grey finish overall. Very light salt and pepper spotting at muzzle of oct bbl and on edges of receiver. Grips have a period repair to right side but are complete and serviceable. A very fine example of an extremely rare American revolver. 4) REID MDL 2. SN 1696. Cal. 32 RF. James Reid model 2 revolver with 4-3/4″ bbl. Single action revolver with 6 shot cyl, spur hammer with unmarked 5″ oct bbl. 2-pc walnut grips with brass escutcheons. Side mounted manual ejector and distinctive upward swiveling loading gate. Approximately 1200 total production during the time frame 1862 to 1864. Has rare extractor rod. Low hump frame variation. PROVENANCE: The Carmen Gianforte Collection. CONDITION: Very fine overall, bore and mechanics are very fine. 2-pc walnut grips are good with minor chipping at rear with minor material loss. Finish overall has flaked and fainted and now remains an even dove grey with some darkening areas at the low and high points. 50603-3, 50603-4, 50603-5, 50603-6 TDW (600-1,000) – Lot 2104

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2105
$0.00

RARE 1ST YEAR PRODUCTION MARLIN MODEL 1881 RIFLE WITH REBATED FRAME.

SN 174. Cal. 40-60. 28″ oct. bbl full magazine. First type receiver has a 3/4″ rebated frame and a removable trigger guard plate. Blue and case color finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with steel shotgun buttplate. Early first year production Model 1881 with rare J.M. Marlin markings. CONDITION: Good to Very Good, for this model. Bbl and magazine tube show some original blue with the balance a smooth plumb-brown patina overall. Markings are sharp. Sights are good. Bore is dark with strong rifling. Receiver lightly cleaned and is a pleasing silver-gray finish overall. SN is sharp. Hammer and lever are a gray-brown patina. Stocks are very good and full-sized with remnants of the varnish finish. Buttplate is brown patina with a little roughness. Forend cap is a gray-brown patina. This is an opportunity to obtain a very rare first year production Marlin 1881 rifle, the total number of rebated receivers made is under 300. 50422-1 (6,000-9,000) – Lot 2105

2106
$4,312.50

MARLIN MODEL 1881 OCTAGON BARREL RIFLE WITH SET TRIGGERS AND STEEL SHOTGUN BUTTPLATE.

SN 7485. Cal. 45-70. 28″ bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Straight grained American walnut stocks. Dbl set triggers. Standard sights. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl and magazine tube retain 50-60% blue finish, drifting to a plum patina toward the muzzle with some staining, especially on left side. Sights are very good. Markings are sharp. Bbl mark is of the 3rd type. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver retains 60-70% of the bright-blue finish with some carry-wear, a few scratches overall, and a hand stain on the right side in front of hammer. This stain shows some light pitting and possibly some old touch-up that blends well with rest of receiver. Hammer and lever show traces of case color. SN is sharp. Set triggers function. Stocks are very good, full-sized, with most of varnish intact, with scratches and dents overall commensurate with the age of the rifle. Buttplate is a silver-gray patina. Forend cap shows traces of case color. A very nice condition Marlin 1881 rifle with a great bore. Accompanied by a Cody Museum letter confirming the features and showing shipment on May 2, 1885. 50736-2 TEP (4,000-7,000) – Lot 2106

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2107
$2,875.00

MARLIN MODEL 1888 OCTAGON BARREL FULL MAGAZINE RIFLE WITH LYMAN FRONT SIGHT.

SN 24703. Cal. 38WCF. 28″ bbl. Blue finish. Lyman blade front-sight. Standard rear-sight. Strain grain American walnut stocks with crescent buttplate. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube show a plumb-brown finish overall, with traces of blue in protected areas. Sights are very good. Markings are sharp. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver is also an even plumb-brown patina overall, with traces of blue in protected areas. Bolt shows 20% blue finish. SN is sharp. Hammer and lever are a plumb-brown patina with slight cases of case color. Receiver has some slight scratches on either side. Stocks are very good, full-sized, and retain most of varnish finish, with handling marks overall commensurate of the age of the rifle. Buttplate is a silver-gray patina, as is the forend cap. Accompanied by a Cody Museum letter confirming barrel length and cal and showing shipment on August 12, 1889. A nice early Model 1888 rifle. One of less than 5,000 made. 50507-12 TEP (3,500-5,000) – Lot 2107

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2108
$4,887.50

FACTORY ENGRAVED MARLIN MODEL 1889 OCTAGON BARREL FULL MAGAZINE DELUXE RIFLE WITH SPECIAL SIGHTS.

SN 35095. Cal. 32-20. 24″ bbl. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with checkered pistol grip and forend. Sheard front-sight, Marble’s rear-sight and adjustable tang-sight. Receiver is factory engraved with a vignette of a deer on left side surrounded by scroll, with a wavy line border. Right side shows scroll engraving. Bolt is also engraved. Lever hinge is engraved, as is bottom of receiver. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl retains 50% blue finish with some light scratches and dents toward the muzzle end. Magazine is a plumb-brown patina. Sights are very good. Markings are sharp. Cal mark is lightly struck, but not polished. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Receiver retains 20% blue finish in protected areas, with the balance drifting to a pleasing plumb-brown patina. Receiver is missing a pin on left side. Lever latch is missing from lower tang. Engraving and receiver marks are sharp. Lever has been re-blued. Tang sight is very good. Stocks retain nearly all of varnish finish with some storage marks on both sides of forearm and buttplate. Checkering is sharp with no apparent dents. Buttplate shows 80% blue finish with slight roughness at heel and toe. Forend cap shows 50% blue finish. A very attractive Marlin 1889 Deluxe rifle that would benefit from some small repairs. 50595-52 TEP (4,500-7,500) – Lot 2108

2109
$0.00

MARLIN MODEL 1889 OCTAGON BARREL DELUXE RIFLE WITH CRESCENT BUTT.

SN 42031. Cal. 38-40. 24″ oct bbl. Half magazine. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with checkered pistol grip and forend. Crescent butt. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl retains 80% dull blue finish, with some high point wear. Markings are sharp. Sights are very good. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Magazine tube retains 90% blue finish. Receiver retains 40-50% blue finish with some roughness on right side and on top. Markings are sharp. Loading gate shows traces of fire-blue. Hammer and lever show generous traces of case color finish, especially in protected areas. Stocks are very good, full-sized, and retain nearly all orig varnish finish with some light handling marks overall. Checkering is sharp with no apparent dents. Buttplate is a smooth silver-gray patina with traces of case color. Forend cap retains 80% blue finish. A very nice deluxe Marlin Model 1889 rifle with a half magazine. 50507-8 TEP (3,500-5,000) – Lot 2109

2110
$3,737.50

MARLIN MODEL 1889 OCTAGON BARREL FULL MAGAZINE DELUXE RIFLE ONCE THE PROPERTY OF JOHN HART WHO PLAYED THE LONE RANGER ON TELEVISION IN THE 1950S.

SN 81663. Cal. 44-40. 24″ bbl. Blue finish. Nicely figured American walnut stocks with checkered pistol grip and forend. Crescent buttplate. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl is a plumb-brown patina overall, with traces of blue in protected areas, and a couple of small dents. Bbl markings are sharp. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Magazine tube retains 30% blue finish. Receiver is a smooth gray-brown patina overall, with traces of blue in protected areas. Bolt also shows traces of blue in protected areas. Receiver markings are sharp. Lever and hammer are a smooth gray-brown patina. Stocks are very good and full-sized. Stocks retain nearly all orig varnish finish with minuscule dents and scratches overall. Checkering is sharp. Buttplate is a silver-gray patina, with slight roughness at toe. Forend cap shows traces of blue in protected areas. Accompanied by an affidavit from John Hart confirming his ownership of this rifle, along with paperwork showing his acting career. This is a very nice and historically significant rifle that once belonged to someone who played a significant role in Western movies. 50363-1 TEP (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2110

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2111
$0.00

*MARLIN MODEL 1893 HALF ROUND HALF OCTAGON BARREL DELUXE RIFLE WITH BIRDSEYE MAPLE STOCKS BLUE FINISH WITH NICKEL TRIM LYMAN RECEIVER SIGHT.

SN 225878. Cal. 30-30. 26″ half rnd half oct bbl. Half magazine. Blue finish with nickel trim. Lyman receiver sight. Birdseye maple stock with plain un-checkered pistol grip. Crescent buttplate. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl is a smooth gray-brown patina overall, with no roughness and sharp markings. Bore is dark with strong rifling. Receiver retains 50-60% blue finish with carry-wear and some roughness on forward right side. Markings are sharp and clear. Loading gate retains 80% nickel finish. Lever retains 80% nickel finish. Hammer is a gray-brown patina. Lyman sight is very good. Stocks are very good and retain nearly all varnish finish, with very few handing marks. There is a small gap between the wrist of the stock and back of frame. Forend is loose. Buttplate retains 95% nickel finish. Forend cap retains 95% nickel finish. Magazine cap retains 80% nickel finish. A very attractive Model 1893 Marlin rifle with very unique features. 50507-16 TEP (4,000-7,000) C&R – Lot 2111

2112
$3,808.00

RARE SPECIAL LIGHTWEIGHT MARLIN MODEL 1893 HALF ROUND HALF OCTAGON HALF MAGAZINE DELUXE TAKEDOWN RIFLE WITH BEACH COMBINATION FRONT SIGHT AND SHOTGUN BUTT.

SN 164537. Cal. 30-30. 26″ half rnd half oct bbl. Blue and case color finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with checkered pistol grip and forend with shotgun butt, orig hooded Beach sight with ivory bead. Creedmore Grip. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl shows 75-80% original finish, drifting to a plumb patina toward the muzzle. Magazine tube shows 70% blue finish. Sights are very good. Markings are sharp. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver retains 75-85% case color finish with some lacquer. SN is sharp. Tang mark is sharp. Hammer and lever show generous amount of case color finish. Stocks are very good, full-sized, and retain nearly all of varnish finish, with some slight handling marks overall. Checkering is sharp with no apparent dents. Buttplate is very good, with a small crack at toe and a clear logo. Forend cap retains 50% blue. A very attractive Model 1893 Deluxe Marlin rifle with many special order features. Mfg’d 1898, second year of introduction of the 1893 Lightweight model. 50179-10 (4,000-6,000) IVORY – Lot 2112

2113
$5,750.00

*FACTORY ENGRAVED MARLIN MODEL 1894 OCTAGON BARREL DELUXE RIFLE WITH FULL NICKEL FINISH.

SN 127472. Cal. 38-40. 24″ bbl. Full magazine. Nickel finish. Nicely figured American walnut stocks with checkered pistol grip and forend. Rifle is engraved with a vignette of a bear on left side. There are scroll accents on either side of the vignette, and a donut scroll border around the edges. Right side shows scroll engraving with a donut border and scallop shell decoration behind loading gate. Breech end of the bbl is also lightly engraved. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube retain 90% of orig nickel finish, with some light flaking overall. Bbl markings are sharp. Engraving is sharp. Sights are very good. Bore is frosty with visible rifling. Receiver retains 60% orig nickel finish that has flaked on forward left side and around the vignette. Flaking is also apparent on right side. All markings are clear and sharp. Engraving is sharp. Hammer shows traces of orig case color. Lever retains 90% nickel finish. Stocks are very good and retain nearly all of orig varnish finish with light scratches and dents overall, particularly on right side of buttstock. Buttplate retains 10% nickel finish, with the balance flaked to a gray-brown patina. A very nice deluxe Marlin Model 1894 in a rare full nickle finish. 50958-6 TEP (6,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 2113

2114
$2,300.00

*MARLIN MODEL 1894 OCTAGON BARREL DELUXE TAKEDOWN RIFLE.

SN 270935. Cal. 25-20. 24″ bbl. Full magazine. Blue and case color finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with checkered pistol grip and forend. Adjustable tang sight. Swing swivels attached. Crescent butt. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl and magazine tube retain 50% blue finish, blending with a plumb-brown patina and some high point wear. Markings are sharp. Sights are very good. Bore is frosty with sharp rifling. Receiver retains 20-30% case color that is bright in protected areas, and has drifted to a silver-gray patina overall. No roughness. Take down ring is a gray-brown patina. Bolt retains 50-60% blue finish. All markings are sharp. Tang sight is very good. Stocks are fine and full-sized. Stocks retain nearly all orig varnish finish, with small handling marks overall. Checkering is sharp, with some small dents on the left side of the pistol grip. Buttplate retains 20-30% muted case color, blending with a silver-gray patina. Forend cap retains 50% blue. Accompany this rifle is a Cody Museum letter confirming the features of this rifle showing shipment on July 5, 1903. A very nice deluxe takedown Marlin rifle. 50179-11 TEP (2,000-3,500) C&R – Lot 2114

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2115
$2,012.50

*MARLIN MODEL 1897 OCTAGON BARREL FULL MAGAZINE RIFLE WITH TANG SIGHT AND SHOTGUN BUTT.

SN A2201. Cal. 22LR. 24″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. Beach’s combination front-sight adjustable tang-sight Straight grain American walnut stocks with Marlin shotgun buttplate. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl and magazine tube retain 80% blue finish, that is somewhat dull. Markings are sharp. Sights are very good. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Receiver shows 80% muted case color that is vivid in protected areas. Receiver has been capped on top and left side for a scope mount. Hammer shows generous traces of blue finish. Lever shows traces of case color finish. Tang sight is very good. Receiver markings are sharp. Stocks are very good and retain a considerable amount of the varnish finish, with some scratches and dents overall. Stocks are full-sized. There is one 1-inch dent on the left side of the wrist. Buttplate is very good with a clear logo and some roughness at toe. Forend cap retains 90% blue finish. A nice little Marlin Model 97. 50595-48 (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 2115

2116
$2,520.00

*RARE MARLIN EARLY MODEL 39 OCTAGON BARREL FULL MAGAZINE SEMI DELUXE RIFLE WITH TANG SIGHT AND SHOTGUN BUTT.

SN S932. Cal. 22RF. 24″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with plain pistol grip and shotgun buttplate. Adjustable tang-sight. Rare early gun with 6-point star indicating a slightly higher level of overall finish and Pope Rifling. These early rifles are amongst the most sought after of the Model 39’s. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl retains 80% blue overall. Drifting toward a plumb patina toward the muzzle, with some slight stains. Magazine tube retains 80% blue finish. Markings are sharp. Sights are very good. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver retains 80% muted case color finish, that is vivid in protected areas. Receiver is tapped for scope mounts. Tang markings are clear and sharp. SN is slightly washed out. Hammer and lever are a gray-brown patina with some oil stain. Stocks are very good and full-sized, with very few scratches and dents overall. Buttplate is very good with sharp checkering and a clear logo. Forend cap retains 80% blue finish. A nice Model 39 rifle. 50179-12 (2,750-4,250) C&R – Lot 2116

2117
$6,325.00
Revised: 9/14/2016

Please Note: Serial number is actually 305, not 7059. 7059 is stamped on the gun, and was applied later to the gun. Additionally, according to the author of “Bullard Arms and Bullard Firearms”, only 2,800 Bullards were ever produced.

BULLARD LEVER ACTION SPORTING RIFLE LARGE FRAME.

SN 305. Cal. 40. 28″ half rnd half oct bbl with full magazine. Blue finish. Left side of receiver is marked, “Bullard Repeating Arms Company, Springfield, Mass U.S. Pat. Aug. 16, 1881”. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent buttplate. Standard sights for this model. Receiver stamped “CAL” over 40 on upper ring. SN stamped on left side above trigger. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl and magazine tube retain 90% blue overall, blending to a pleasing plumb-brown patina, with only minor handling marks and scratches and a few white paint spots. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Sights are very good. Receiver is a pleasing plumb-blue patina with traces of blue in protected areas. Hammer and lever are a gray-brown patina. Receiver markings are sharp. Stocks are very good, full-size, with handling marks and dents commensurate with the age of the rifle. Buttplate and forend cap are a blue-brown patina. A very nice example of a Bullard rifle, of which only 10,000-12,000 were made. 50980-10 TEP (4,000-5,500) – Lot 2117

2118
$5,462.50

MODEL 1763 US SURCHARGED CHARLEVILLE REVOLUTIONARY WAR MUSKET.

SN NSN. Cal. 74. Standard 1763 Charleville musket with US surcharged lock. There is a brand on left side of buttstock “IN”, probably for American who repaired this gun for continued use. George D. Moller in his text American Military Shoulder Arms Vol I lists a possible candidate as John Nicholson who was a known Continental Contract Armorer and also repaired guns in Philadelphia, post-Revolution. The “IN” marking appears quite similar to the “IP” of Joseph Perkins who also contracted in the same time periods on same guns. CONDITION: Gun appears overall orig, though sideplate appears to be restoration. Metal pitted, cleaned and re-colored. 37-5/8″ rnd bbl with barely discernible traces of markings at breech. Bayonet lug missing. Stock sound, refinished with crack between front bands, old carved initials, “V” & “IN” surcharges weak but discernible. 50971-1 JS (6,000-8,000) – Lot 2118

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2119
$7,475.00

ELEGANT AND DIMINUTIVE 18TH CENTURY FLINTLOCK PISTOL.

SN NSN. Cal. 44. This elegant little gun is 9″ overall with 4-1/2″ oct-rnd and cannon bbl muzzle, striped maple, brass mounted with raised relief scroll behind tang. CONDITION: Very good overall with old repaired broken wrist, otherwise appears complete and orig, functional orig flint with clean clear bore. 51030-9 JS (1,500-3,000) – Lot 2119

2120
$0.00

US MODEL 1816 FLINTLOCK PISTOL MADE BY SIMEON NORTH.

SN NSN. Cal. 54. Of the approximately 20,000 Model 1816s manufactured most were converted to percussion. This is a well marked survivor in original flint that shows character. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Overall good. Metal is cleaned. Gray/silver overall with moderate to heavy pitting. Proofs on bbl and maker’s mark on lock are all discernible, as can be seen in photos. Stock is refinished and heavily worn. There are no discernible cartouches. Stock has numerous scuffs and other blemishes. Top jaw possibly replaced as it has lighter patina, but appears to be an original replacment. Mechanically spring is too weak to make spark and hammer does not hold at half cock. Ramrod is a reproduction. 49973-66 JS (1,000-3,000) – Lot 2120

2121
$12,075.00

EXPANSIVE LOT OF MILITARY ARMS AND EQUIPAGE.

SN 70198, 16689, C17955, NSN, NSN. 1) SN 16680. Cal. 50. 20″ bbl. Maynard 2nd Model Carbine CF conversion martially marked and inspected. Manufactured by Massachusetts Arms Co. 2) SN C,17955. Cal. 52. 22″ bbl. C-Sharps New Model 1863 Cavalry Carbine with Lawrence tape primer. 3) SN 70198. Cal. 45-70. 32-1/2″ bbl. US Springfield Model 1873 Allin conversion with high arch breech and Buffington rear sight. 4) NSN. Cal. 75. 46″ bbl. 1762 dated Brown Bess contract musket by Galton marked “10 Reg” on bbl. 5) Ames Mfg. M1860 light cavalry sabre dated 1861 with scabbard. 6) Two triangular US Socket bayonets. 1 M1855 marked “MB 752”. 2nd 1873 with standard US markings. 7) Six powder horns of varying size and capacity. One is contemporary and wonderfully scrimshawed commemorating the Battle of Vancouver, OCT 11, 1776. 8) Lot of 8 shot flasks and ball bags. 9) Assortment of WW II German medals, coins, and patches. Kriegsmarine/firefighter, Neurnburg, and Munchen named items as well as numerous coins and several patches. CONDITION: 1) Very fine overall with good bore and mechanics, excellent blue finish on bbl, receiver has very light surface corrosion with strong traces of case color in protected areas. Stock is very good, one very minor stress crack at wrist. Strong cartouches with very good bore and functioning CF conversion. 2) Bright overall with very good bore and mechanics and complete and functioning Lawrence primer system. Very good stocks with minor distress in forearm, but very solid. Has a light overall patina finish and a undamaged tang. 3) Good overall condition with light surface corrosion and good bore. Evidence of cartouche on 1-pc walnut stock. Mechanics seem fine. Should clean up very well and additional research should be done on this early SN. 4) Early walnut stock with evidence of numerous earlier repairs. Slight wood loss along bbl channel and lock mortise. Iron bbl is in a good state of preservation with an even elegant chocolate patina. Brass mounts and rod ferrules are nicely patinaed. Missing stock tip and front rod ferrule. Lock functions. 5) Very good overall condition with most leather on handle and all wire wrap intact. Guard has been bent forward at top as was so often done by cavalry soldiers of the period. Very nice mellow brown scabbard with inspectors mark still visible at end of well worn drag. Has three small dents in a probable attempt to silent sword rattle. Blade dated 1861 and inspected “ADK” on ricasso and Ames Mfg. on opposite side. Blade is uncleaned with a very minor chip at tip. Overall fine. 6) Socket bayonets very good overall. M1855 has a semi-bright triangular blade with mild spotting and patina with nice functioning locking ring and no apparent damage. M1873 retains most of its orig arsenal blue with slight corrosion on collar and blade extension. Should clean wonderfully. 7) Five of the six powder horns are in a very nice state of preservation with good bases and spouts. Several very minor cracks exist as to be expected with age from shrinkage. These are very good overall, and far better than most orig period horns. The sixth horn is a contemporary made horn with spectacular throat carving and superb scrimshaw depicting Fort Ticonderoga, Lake Champlain, and the naval battle at Valcurs. An exceptionally fine quality contemporary horn. 8) A grouping of 19th Century shot flask leather flasks and ball bags. in varying states of preservation and being overall fine would be ideal for display of period arms and/or actual light use. 9) Assorted grouping of WWII German Military decorations and coins. Most are in fine condition. Lightly tarnished from storage but otherwise fine. Too numerous adequately describe. 50640-1 TDW (3,500-5,500) – Lot 2121

2122
$1,725.00

LOT OF TWO U.S. RIFLED MUSKET CONVERSIONS FIRST ALLIN AND MILLER.

SN NSN, NSN. 1) Cal. 58 RF. 30″ bbl, blue and case color finish. Straight grained, walnut stock. Rare 1st Allin conversion. Bbl is fastened by 2 bands, has folding leaf rear sight. Conversion is rare 1st version Allin type. Bbl is unmarked. Lock is marked “U.S. Springfield” with an Eagle in front of hammer, “1863” behind hammer. Stock is of the thin wrist type and has no visible marks. Tang of buttplate is marked “U.S.”. 2) Cal. 58 RF. 31-1/2″ bbl, fastened by 2 bands. Bbl is unmarked. Breech block is marked on top “WH & GW Miller Patent May 23, 1865 Meriden Man-Fg. Co. Meriden. Conn.” Breech block is numbered 1486 on bottom surface and on latch. Lock is marked “Parkers.Snow & Co. Meriden Conn.” Lock is marked “1864” behind hammer. Tang of buttplate is marked “U.S.” No visible marks on stock. With Bayonet and Scabbard. Bayonet is marked “U.S.” and Scabbard is marked “1576 1883” in leather. Scabbard has steel tip. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: 1) Good for this model. Musket is a dark brown crusty patina overall with sharp markings on the lock. Release lever is missing from breech block. Stock is broken on right side by breech block, which is common for this model. Stock is dark with heavy handling marks overall. 2) Very good. Bbl and bands are a clean silver gray patina. Sights are good. Breech block is a clear silver gray patina with clear markings. Lock is a smooth gray patina with very clear markings. Trigger guard is a clean gray patina, as is the buttplate. Stock is very good with numerous handling marks in some filled spots. Bayonet is very good with clear mark and some blue. Scabbard is very good. 49973-43, 49973-44,49973-246, TEP (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2122

2123
$2,587.50

EXTREMELY RARE MARTIAL MODEL 1865 REMINGTON ROLLING BLOCK PISTOL WITH EXPERIMENTAL NAVAL MODIFICATION AT WASHINGTON NAVY YARD.

SN 3257. Cal 50/70. This exact gun with modified brass triggerguard around trigger is pictured and discussed on pgs 80, 81, 82 of Winter’s US Naval Handguns. Only 12 specimens are known according to Jerry Landskron’s 1981 text Remington Rolling Block Pistols. This experimental pattern was the prototype for the Model 1870, which would be used world wide with much acclaim. CONDITION: Fine overall, discernible but weak inspector’s cartouche, crisp markings on frame including naval inspection, anchor proof on top of bbl, crisp action and bright shiny bore. 51077-1 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2123

2124
$9,200.00

EXTREMELY FINE, “LIKE NEW” INDIAN WARS SPRINGFIELD 45-70 CARBINE.

SN 127125. Cal. 45-70. Standard configuration with 22″ rnd bbl, blue and case colors. lock “U.S. / SPRINGFIELD / 1873”, case hardened breech “U.S. / MODEL / 1878” and inspectors crisp cartouche opposite lock “SWP / 1881” and script “P” in circle in bottom comb. Bbl has crisp inspector marks on breech. You will not find a better example in such exemplary condition. PROVENANCE: Estate of Tig Sogoian. CONDITION: Extremely fine overall. Gun retains over 95% bright blue and case colors overall with light blemishes unaffecting aesthetics. Stock is sound, well fit with crisp inspectors marks and several small scrapes, scratches and other minor cosmetic blemishes. Mechanics crisp with a bright shiny bore. 50765-2 JS (6,000-8,000) – Lot 2124

2125
$4,025.00

SCARCE SPRINGFIELD 2ND ALLIN CONVERSION RIFLED MUSKET.

SN NSN. Cal. 50-70. Usual configuration with 36-1/2″ rnd bbl, square base front sight/bayonet lug and 2-position rear sight graduated to three different ranges. The attached conversion breech block is marked “1866” with a Springfield eagle’s head proof. Lockplate has standard Springfield markings with a small eagle and the date “1864”. Mounted in a 1-pc walnut stock with three bands and 2-pc trigger guard with musket buttplate. Front of trigger guard & middle band have sling wires. Left side panel of stock has two crisp cartouches “RPB” (Robert P. Beals) in a rectangle and “ESA” (Erskine S. Allin) in an oval. Bottom of forestock has a slotted head ram rod. While the Allin conversion rifles are not uncommon, they are extraordinarily rare with orig finish. They usually saw hard service and most were relegated to the scrap pile with the advent of the Model 1873 trapdoor rifle. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl may have been lightly cleaned around the breech area to clean some fine pitting, otherwise metal retains most of its orig bright finish. Breech block & extension retain most of their orig black, oil-quenched case hardening, while the lockplate & hammer retain all of their brilliant case colors. Wood is crisp with sharp, clean edges, a few tiny storage & handling nicks & scratches and retains virtually all of its orig oil finish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore with a few spots of scattered light pitting. 50997-1 (4,000-7,000) – Lot 2125

2126
$4,600.00

RARE AFRICAN AMERICAN BUFFALO SOLDIER USED MODEL 1873 SPRINGFIELD CARBINE, 9TH US CAVALRY COMPANY “G”.

SN 175865*. Cal. 45-70. This rare “as found” Buffalo Soldier gun showing honest use and saddle wear is complete and orig and based on SN with “*” designating it was a repaired gun made 1881. Stock is marked on back comb “G / 9” designating Company G of the 9th U.S. Cavalry, the most famous of the Buffalo Soldier regiments. In 1881, the Apache War was just ending and the 9th Cavalry was stationed at Ft. Riley, Kansas. PROVENANCE: Estate of Tig Sogoian. CONDITION: Very good overall, complete matching and all orig. Lock and breech both dated “1873”, discernible bbl proofs and stock proof. 9th Cavalry markings crisp. Stock is well fit with hand worn patina with numerous small dings, dents and other cosmetic blemishes that do not detract from overall aesthetics. Mechanically gun is sound with good discernible rifling. 50765-1 JS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2126

2127
$1,150.00

MODEL 1868/1878 US SPRINGFIELD RIFLE.

SN 606. Cal. 50-70. Very nice trap door with “1870” dated breech, SN “606” on bbl and breech, buttstock inspected “ESA” and later “SWP / 1881” (Samuel W. Porter). PROVENANCE: Purchased from Robert Abels, NYC, circa 1960. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Crisp action with shiny bore, with very light discernible rifling. Traces of color on breech and lock. Stock is sound and solid with hand worn patina, with crisp cartouches, metal overall cleaned and grey. 50925-10 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2127

2128
$1,437.50

SCARCE MODEL 1870 SPRINGFIELD TRAPDOOR RIFLE.

SN NSN. Cal. 50-70. Honest, complete, orig example utilizing 1863 dated Springfield lock. Breechblock properly marked “MODEL 1870” over eagle head, crossed arrows and “US”. 32-1/2″ bbl is standard with discernible cartouches. CONDITION: Gun is very good. Complete and functional overall. Metal shows old cleaning, markings clear and discernible though cartouches are weak as can be seen in photos.. Mechanically gun functions well with good, discernible rifling in bore. Stock is sound and solid with typical storage blemishes 49497-1 (1,250-1,750) – Lot 2128

2129
$5,462.50

EXCEPTIONAL REMINGTON MODEL 1871 ARMY ROLLING BLOCK PISTOL.

SN NSN. Cal. 50 CF. 8″ bbl. Single shot case colored Rolling Block pistol with blue finish rnd bbl and 2-pc martially inspected stocks. US inspection “CRS” on left side of butt. Receiver marked “REMINGTONS ILION N.Y. USA PAT MAY 3D NOV 15TH 1864 APRIL 17TH 1866.” P&S proofs evident on left side of receiver with fixed blade front sight and centerfire breech. Approximately 6000 produced Circa 1873-1888. CONDITION: Superb overall condition with most vivid case coloring remaining on frame. Breech block and hammer remain armory bright. Bbl retains most of its period deep blue finish with a very minor loss of finish at left side of muzzle. Bore and chamber are in prime condition being bright and with no evidence of distress. Walnut stocks are above exceptional with no distress and only the slightest of handling marks. Government inspector’s cartouche is vivid and strong. 50925-4 TDW (3,000-4,000) – Lot 2129

2130
$3,450.00

PRIME MODEL 1842 H. ASTON PERCUSSION PISTOL.

SN NSN. Cal. .54. 8-1/2″ bbl. Dated 1850 on both lock and bbl tang. H. Aston, lock, bbl and swivel type ramrod assembly are still in their orig armory bright. Brass backstrap, buttcap and bbl band are uncleaned and have obtained a pleasant patina. Walnut stocks with proper and very legible “U.S. Government” cartouches. CONDITION: Near arsenal new. Bore and breech face being near bright shed doubt of ever being fired. Nipple still retains most all orig arsenal blue, hammer shows virtually no nipple strike as in near new condition. All U.S. inspectors, dates and inspections are all highly visible and and legible. Would be very difficult to improve upon and would complement any collection. 50671-1 TDW (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2130

2131
$3,162.50

GROUP OF 3 US MARTIAL SINGLE-SHOTS SHOWING PROGRESSION BEFORE CIVIL WAR.

SN NSN. Cal. 52. 1) 1837 dated Model 1836 Waters flintlock pistol, standard configuration with 8-1/2″ rnd bbl. Lock forward of hammer “eagle head” over “A. Waters / Millbury, MS. / 1837”. 2) 1843 dated Johnson percussion conversion pistol, standard configuration with 8-1/2″ rnd bbl. Lock forward of hammer “US / R. Johnson / Middn Conn / 1843”. 3) 1851 dated Model 1842 Aston percussion pistol, standard configuration with 8-1/2″ rnd bbl, brass mounted. Lock forward of hammer “US / H. Aston & Co”, rear of hammer “MIDDtn / CONN / 1851”. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Robert Abels, NYC, circa 1960. CONDITION: All three guns are in fairly very good to fine and orig complete condition with easily discerned markings, inspector cartouches, all cleaned overall grey/bright. Guns are mechanically sound with clear bores. 50925-9 JS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2131

2132
$0.00

MODEL 1836 PISTOL BY ASA WATERS AND ROBERT JOHNSON WITH PERCUSSION CONVERSION.

SN NSN. Cal. 54. 8-1/2″ bbl. Iron mounts with swivel type rammer, walnut 1-pc stock, smooth bore with brass blade front sight. Most prevalently used U.S. pistol of the Mexican War. Originally flintlock, now a percussion conversion as are most of these models. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: A pleasing dark even patina with no evidence of cleaning or restoration. Iron bbl and lock have moderate corrosion with a lighter degree of said corrosion on balance of iron mounts. Walnut stock has slight distress and wood loss at forend tip around rammer and leading edge of lock plate. Bore is dark. Mechanics are fine. 49973-68 TDW (800-1,800) – Lot 2132

2133
$0.00

NICE PAIR OF 19TH CENTURY AMERICAN MARTIAL SINGLE SHOT PISTOLS.

SN NSN/NSN. Cal. 54/54. 1) Model 1816 Simeon North, Middletown, CT contract flintlock pistol made circa 1818, standard configuration with 9-1/16″ rnd bbl, brass blade front sight on dbl strapping bbl band, iron mounted, wood ramrod. Gun appears orig and functional. 2) 1849 dated Aston contract Model 1842 percussion pistol, standard configuration, brass mounted with 8-1/2″ rnd bbl. These two guns are a nice contrast between the earlier flint and percussion single shot martial pistols carried by the military prior to the acceptance of the Colt revolvers. CONDITION: 1) Good to very good overall, refinished, cleaned and re-colored, appears orig and complete with cartouche in outline only. 2) Very good overall, bright cartouches, metal cleaned, matching bbl and lock dates, all markings and proofs discernible, old braised repair at front band on left side. Both guns have fine mechanics and clean bores. 51030-1 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2133

2134
$3,737.50

RARE BUTTERFIELD ARMY REVOLVER.

SN 42. Cal. 41. 7″ bbl. Blue finish with silver plated frame. “Butterfields Patent Dec. 11, 1855 and Philada.” stamped on top strap of frame. SN 42 is visible on butt, grip, bbl, and right side of loading lever. No other visible SN’s. 2-pc walnut grips. Only about 640 of these revolvers were made circa 1861-62 and are considered to be secondary U.S. Martial handguns. PROVENANCE: Collection of Daniel C. Scott. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl is a smooth gray-brown patina with considerable traces of blue in protected areas. Frame has a sharp mark with a considerable amount of silver plate remaining. Hammer shows traces of case color. Grips retain nearly all of the varnish finish with high point wear and slight battering at the butt. Cyl does not rotate when cocked. This is a chance to obtain an extremely rare U.S. Martial revolver. 50709-6 TEP (3,000-4,500) – Lot 2134

2135
$2,300.00

ALLEN & WHEELOCK CENTER HAMMER ARMY REVOLVER.

SN 69. Cal. 44. 7-1/2″ half-rnd half-oct bbl. Blue finish. 2-pc varnish walnut grips. Bbl shows “Allen & Wheelock Worcester, Mass. U.S. Allen’s pt’s. Jan. 13, 1857 December 15, 1857 and Sept. 7, 1858”. SN appears on left inside of grip strap, on rear face of cyl. Left grip shows number 69. Right grip shows number 199. PROVENANCE: Collection of Daniel C. Scott. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl retains traces of bright blue in protected areas with the balance turning a gray-brown patina. Brass front-sight has a mustard-brown patina. Bbl mark is sharp. Frame retains 50% bright blue overall, blending into a silver-gray patina with very little roughness. Cyl shows 50-60% blue finish, blending with a pleasing plumb-brown patina. Hammer shows traces of case color. Grips retain most of orig varnish finish. Right grip is somewhat battered with a chip out of the heel, and is not orig to this gun. This is a civilian issue revolver made circa 1861-62 with a total quantity estimated at about 700, however, from the frequency of which this piece appears, it would seem that considerably more were made. 50709-7 TEP (3,000-4,500) – Lot 2135

2136
$805.00

HISTORIC SHOTGUN PRESENTED TO FREDERICK MULLEN, PATTERSON GUARDS, APRIL 21, 1845 AFTER THE NATIVIST RIOTS OF PHILADELPHIA.

SN NSN. Cal. 12ga. Good Quality engraved import shotgun, marked “SPANG & WALLACE, PHILADELPHIA”, fancy dolphin shaped hammers, with 3 1/8″silver presentation plaque, “PRESENTED BY THE / VOLUNTEER COMPANY OF / PATTERSON GUARDS / TO THEIR LATE CAPTAIN / AS A TOKEN OF RESPECT / PHILA APRIL 21 1845”. In May and July 1844, Philadelphia suffered some of the bloodiest rioting of the antebellum period, as anti-immigrant mobs attacked Irish-American homes and Roman Catholic churches before being suppressed by the militia. Captain Frederick Mullen was in command of the “Hibernia Greens” under Maj. General Patterson during these riots and was in militia on rolls several years previous. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall with some orig brown on bbls, functional and smooth clear bores with pitting. Gun has overall old varnish applied. 51077-2 JS (1,000-2,000) – Lot 2136

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2137
$1,150.00

BEAUTIFUL CONTEMPORARY FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY SMOOTH BORE FOWLER MADE IN THE GOLDEN AGE STYLE.

SN NSN. Cal. 62. This beautiful recreation is signed on bbl flat “D H MULFORD MADE JULY 17 AD 1981”. Brass mounted 46″ oct-rnd bbl with engraved bbl flat, tang, buttplate tang, thumbplate and trigger bow. Relief carving is found on bottom of comb, rear of tang and top of buttplate comb. Trigger guard, lock and escutcheon sit on raised mouldings. Stock is beautifully figured and is overall like new condition. CONDITION: Bbl retains most of its bright brown finish with raised relief silver front sight in shape of a bearded face and nose is the bead. Ramrod has horn tip and brass threaded end. Mechanically fine with crisp, shiny bright bore. Stock also excellent and well fit with bright oiled finish. 51028-11 JS (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2137

2138
$1,667.50

EXCEPTIONAL CONTEMPORARY KENTUCKY RIFLE MADE IN GOLDEN AGE STYLE.

SN NSN. Cal. 45. 42″ oct bbl with brass inlay “D.H. BROWN – YAKIMA, WASH. 1975”. This beautiful tiger maple rifle is brass mounted with functional patchbox, engraved silver thumbplate and lozenge-shaped 2-1/2″ American eagle and shield, relief carving, silver wire inlays and engraved brass mounts. Gun appears like new overall. CONDITION: Extremely fine overall. Rifle retains virtually all of its orig red/brown finish on bbl, case colors on lock. Stock bright oil polished, sound and solid with well fit brass and silver mounts with crisp relief carving and inlaid details. About a 1-1/2″ piece of silver wire inlay is missing above silver lozenge-shaped plaque on buttplate. Mechanically crisp with bright shiny like new bore with the finest light rifling marks. 51028-12 JS (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2138

2139
$3,737.50

SILVER TRIMMED AND SIGNED KENTUCKY FLINTLOCK LONG RIFLE.

SN NSN. Cal. 42. 38″ oct bbl with partially discernible initial signature on top of bbl flat. Nicely trimmed with cut-out brass furniture and silver inlays, including eagle and two birds. CONDITION: Very good and sound overall. Stock has inset 6″ repair forward at above, probably re-conversion, is missing 1 of 21 individual silver inlays. Gun is functional, including patchbox with clean bore and crisp rifling. 51046-3 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2139

2140
$4,025.00

CUSTER BATTLEFIELD INDIAN USED RIFLE IN “AS FOUND” CONDITION.

SN NSN. Cal. 50. This wonderful, old Plains rifle sat in some unknown museum with a heavily weathered tag which reads “THIS RIFLE WAS SURRENDERED BY THE SITTING BULL INDIANS AFTER THE CUSTER MASSACRE. THE STOCK HAS BEEN REPAIRED WITH…SIOUX INDIAN”. Portion of tag describing repair is missing, however it is obviously done with old screws, nails and rawhide, no doubt orig and contemporary to era. Once tacked around periphery, now only shafts and holes remain. Very similar Plains rifles are found pictured in Custer Battle Guns by John S. Dumont. Regardless, this is a no doubt a Plains Indian used rifle. CONDITION: Sound and solid as a relic. Iron pitted overall, uncleaned. Bbl is maker marked forward of sight, but is indiscernible due to rust. Stock has erosion on top comb. Bottom of buttplate broken a long time, well patinaed wood and brass. Stock has numerous small scuffs and blemishes, but overall a wonderful “as found” relic with orig pasted tag easily discerned. 50327-1 JS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2140

2141
$0.00

“AS FOUND” PERCUSSION KENTUCKY LONG RIFLE.

SN NSN. Cal. 48. 37″ oct smooth bore bbl with fixed rear sight. Lock marked “R S CLARK / WARRANTED”. Once a flintlock, this gun has been converted to percussion and appears in that configuration with pleasant patina and color. CONDITION: Very good overall. Dark overall, iron has plum/brown patina, brass has mustard patina, stock is sound retaining much of its applied orig black surface, hand worn patina, pitting around breech. Breech tang is too small for the orig inset in stock and tang screw is newer replacement. 51046-4 JS (2,500-4,000) – Lot 2141

2142
$1,035.00

FLINTLOCK FOWLER, TWO 18TH CENTURY POWDER HORNS AND RARE EARLY 1ST EDITION FIREARMS REFERENCE BOOK COLLECTION.

1) Fowler, 1833 dated, 42″ rnd bbl, brass mounted. 2) 18″ powder horn with crudely scrimshawed map of “New York”, two sailing ships and other motifs. Large wooden plug held by 9 brass pins retaining old carved wood plug. Lot also contains a small 6-1/2″ powder horn with good patina and 8 gun reference books including: 1st Edition Thoughts on the Kentucky Rifle in its Golden Age, Joe Kidig, Jr., 1968; 1st Edition Colt Firearms 1836-1954, James E. Serven, 1964; 1st Edition The Pennsylvania Kentucky Rifle, Henry J. Kaufmann, 1960; 1st Edition signed and numbered 1 of 2500 A Pictorial History of U.S. Single Shot Martial Pistols, James M. Kalman & C. Meade Patterson; 1st Edition Manhattan Firearms, Waldo E. Nuttter, 1958 and 3 other titles. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Robert Abels, NYC, circa 1960. CONDITION: 1) Very good overall, possibly reconverted. Not taken apart. Discernible markings and solid stock. Solid, old wood ramrod. 2) Discernible scrimshaw and “N.I. CO. B NO. 30”. Large gash in butt from time of use, into horn with two nail repairs. Overall, hand worn patina and very good. Books are all average, very good to fine, though dust jackets are generally torn, chipped and damaged. But contents crisp; good hinges. 50925-11 JS (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2142

2143
$2,875.00

SPECTACULAR CONTEMPORARY FLINTLOCK JAEGER RIFLE.

SN NSN. Cal. 56. 31″ bbl. Highly figured tiger striped maple incise carved full-length stock heavily swamped oct bbl with large Davis waterproof flint lock. Traditional Jaeger pattern iron trigger guard and set triggers. Sliding inletted patchbox with traditional Jaeger buttplate. Drift adjustable low profile front blade sight with classic Jaeger folding leaf rear sight. Three oct rod pipes and traditional Jaeger sling mounts with a small stylized marking believed to be the initials F.P. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Spectacular near new condition. An exhibition grade Jaeger of contemporary manufacture. Hand made to the highest standard. Bbl is deeply rust-blued and is perfect. Iron mounts inclusive of lock and side plate have been lightly nitre blued and are most attractive. Prominent Jaeger cheek rest has incised carved scroll and vine with delicate wire inlay as a finial. A small starburst being white and black of an unknown material is inlaid into cheek rests. Horn forend tip and rod tip. Wood has a hand-rubbed oil finish and is done to the highest degree. A true piece of contemporary mechanical art. 50595-45 TDW (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2143

2144
$1,265.00

FINE CIVIL WAR SPENCER RIFLE.

SN 3420. Cal. 52. Standard configuration, 30″ bbl of desirable early Civil War rifle. Gun is sound and solid with crisp action and excellent bore, with strong traces of finish. Especially nice mark on top of breech “SPENCER REPEATING / RIFLE CO BOSTON MASS / PAT’D MARCH 6 1860”. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. All matching and complete. Metal is a mottled grey/plum overall, with scattered areas of staining and pitting, traces of finish are found on bands, nosecap and breech in protected areas. Forestock appears better than buttstock, most likely a later edition. Buttstock sound and solid with numerous cosmetic defects. Inspector initials “DAP” stamped on top of comb. Crisp action and bright shiny bore. 51046-7 JS (2,500-4,000) – Lot 2144

2145
$1,725.00

EXTREMELY FINE 1863 DATED COLT SPECIAL CONTRACT CIVIL WAR MUSKET WITH BAYONET.

SN NSN. Cal. 58. This is a typical “as found” apparently surplus, unfired musket retaining much of its orig finish with crisp cartouches, perfect mechanics and a mint shiny bore. Standard configuration with 40″ bbl, eagle stamped on bolster above “U.S. / COLTS Pt F.A.Mfg Co / HARTFORD CT” and rear of hammer “1863” which is also found on top of bbl along with “VP” over “eagle head proof”. CONDITION: Very fine Overall. Metal is mostly smooth, bright/grey with small areas of staining and pitting. Stock is sound with sharp edges, only a few minor small cosmetic blemishes; bayonet fits gun well with matching patina. Mechanically fine with bright, shiny bore. 51002-1 JS (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2145

2146
$805.00

FINE CIVIL WAR REMINGTON ZOUAVE RIFLE.

SN NSN. Popular 1863 dated Remington rifle patterned after Model 1841 Mississippi rifle. Lock and bbl both dated “1863” and lock marked forward of hammer with “American eagle” over “U.S.” and “REMINGTON’S / ILION, NY”. Good cartouches. PROVENANCE: Purchase from Robert Abels, NYC, circa 1960. CONDITION: Very good to fine, orig and complete, except for ramrod. Bbl is overall grey/blue. Hammer has traces of case colors. Markings all discernible. Some pitting around breech where fired. Stock is sound and solid with crisp cartouches. Brass polished bright, toned to a yellow patina. Mechanically sound with crisp bore with scattered areas of pitting. 50925-7 JS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2146

2147
$1,725.00

STATE OF NEW JERSEY “SUSSEX BRIGADE” MODEL 1816 FLINTLOCK MUSKET.

SN NSN. Cal. 69. Nice, solid example of an orig and complete “MT. WICKHAM / PHILA” marked lock Model 1816 flintlock inspected in wood and bbl “GF” (George Flegal). Standard configuration with 42″ rnd smooth bore bbl. CONDITION: Gun is overall grey/white. Bbl has been cleaned, scattered staining and pitting, crisp markings “SNJ” boldly stamped on bbl and stock opposite lock showing State of New Jersey ownership under and over orig U.S. proofs. Bottom of stock “SUSSEX BRIGADE” markings discernible. 51030-20 JS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2147

2148
$1,380.00

1860 DATED CIVIL WAR MODEL 1855 SPRINGFIELD RIFLED MUSKET.

SN NSN. Cal. 58. This is a nice solid example of a complete and orig gun that was the most advanced longarm in the Union army at start of war. Model 1861’s would soon supersede the 55’s with obsolete Maynard tape priming device. CONDITION: Good to very good overall. Gun appears orig throughout with 1859 dated bbl and 1860 dated lock. Markings are all discernible. There are additional unidentified rack markings and buttplate. The rear sight fits well but is for a later gun. Ramrod is correct style, though missing threading. Mechanically functional with well defined rifling. Fairly sharp bore. 51028-14 JS (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2148

2149
$920.00

ARSENAL CONVERSION OF MODEL 1816 FLINT TO PERCUSSION RIFLED MUSKET.

SN 146. Cal. 69. Typical U. S. arsenal conversion just prior to the Civil War replacing breech and bolsters with percussion blocks, adding rear sights and scratch rifling bores to accept the new 69 Cal. Minie balls added to the arsenals just prior to the Civil War. These guns saw hard service in the early 1861-62 campaigns prior to being replaced with the Model 1861 Springfield’s. This gun was orig 1827 dated flintlock Springfield prior to conversion and still bears most of its proofs from that time frame. CONDITION: Very good overall, orig and matching. Mechanically sound. No discernible scratch rifling and bore is bright and still mics at 69 Cal. 51028-13 JS (1,000-2,000) – Lot 2149

2150
$3,450.00

EXCEPTIONAL CIVIL WAR WARNER CARBINE BY GREENE RIFLE WORKS.

SN 2309. Cal. 56-50. Bbl length is 20″. Brass hinged breech action with carbine ring and bar marked “GREENE RIFLE WORKS WORCESTER MASS. PAT. FEB. 1864”. 20″ armory bright bbl with folding rear staff sight graduated to 800 yards. 2-pc walnut stocks with rear swivel and brass butt. One of approximately 2500 contracted by James Warner for his military contract of 1864. Widely issued to Massachusetts and Wisconsin cavalry regiments. CONDITION: Very fine overall as brass receiver has mellowed to a light uncleaned mustard patina. Armory bright bbl has obtained a slight amount of patina more so towards muzzle. 2-pc walnut stocks are very fine with one very minor stress crack from shrinkage at wrist. A later application of finish has been applied but is aesthetically pleasing. Bore and mechanics are fine inclusive of the patented extractor which is normally failing. A very prime example. 50399-1 TDW (3,500-4,500) – Lot 2150

2151
$3,450.00

LOT OF 4 CIVIL WAR PERCUSSION ARMS.

SN 232783/2383/C22293/8433. 1) Cal. 31. SN 232783 Colt Model 1849 pocket model, standard configuration with 4″ oct bbl, made in 1863. 2) Cal. 36. SN 2383 scarce Metropolitan Arms Company copy of Colt Model 1862 Police, standard configuration with 4-1/2″ bbl, no bbl address. Flayderman noted a total of about 1150 unmarked specimens were made. 3) Cal. 52. SN C22293 Sharps New Model 1863 carbine, typical fine, assembled gun from parts, standard configuration with 22″ rnd bbl. 4) Cal. 36. SN 8433 Savage Navy revolver, standard configuration with 7-1/4″ oct bbl, unique “figure 8” dbl action triggers. “SAVAGE R.F.A. CO. MIDDLETOWN. CT / H.S. NORTH PATENTED JUNE 17 1856 / JANUARY 18 1859 MAY 15 1860”. marked on top strap. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Robert Abels, NYC, circa 1960. CONDITION: 1) Fine as refinished. Retaining most of its refinished blue and case colors. Stocks retain 95%+ orig factory varnish. Markings are very good. Missing front sight, crisp action, shiny bore. 2) Very good to fine overall, retaining traces of finish in protected areas. Crisp action and shiny bore. Missing bbl latch. 3) Very good to fine as assembled, bbl SNd 119XX. No inspector cartouche, forestock with raised grain. Buttstock average. Muted case colors on buttplate. Gun is overall blue/grey with pitting as refinished, though breech and lever retain orig finish. Crisp action with shiny, bright bore. 4) Very good as refinished. Functional with well discerned bore. 50925-6 JS (3,000-4,000) – Lot 2151

2152
$2,875.00

EXCEPTIONAL CIVIL WAR SMITH CARBINE.

SN 8203. Cal. 50. About 30,000 of these well made carbines were made for the Civil War, this is a very fine example retaining most of its orig finish that conforms to the standard configuration of this arm with part oct bbl. This gun is properly iron mounted, case colored & blued. On the left side of breech is marked “ADDRESS/POULTNEY&TRIMBLE/BALTIMORE, U.S.A.” and “SMITH’S PATENT/JUNE 23 1857″, and also the 3-line markings on the contractor, “MANUFACTURED BY/AM’N M’CH’N WKS/SPRINGFIELD MASS”. CONDITION: Overall very fine to excellent condition, retaining 95% orig blue turned mostly plum on bbl with fine bore and crisp bright rifling, mechanically fine. Case colored frame & hammer exhibit over 90% bright case colors with remainder silver/brown. Trigger guard, breech band & buttstock ferrule retain over 80% orig blue. Stocks are fine overall, with some raised grain, bright inspector cartouches and sub-inspectors initials. 51028-15 JS (3,000-4,000) – Lot 2152

2153
$1,552.50

CIVIL WAR USED SHARPS PERCUSSION CARBINE.

SN 79828. Cal. 52. This well used carbine shows honest saddle wear, discernibly marked in standard configuration with 22″ rnd bbl. CONDITION: All orig “NEW MODEL 1863” marked bbl, but still utilizing earlier 1859 stock with patchbox, wood well fit with numerous small cosmetic blemishes, inspector cartouches are weak. Metal overall is dark grey/brown, mechanically sound with good bore. 51046-1 JS (2,500-4,500) – Lot 2153

2154
$2,012.50

SUPERIOR MAYNARD SECOND MODEL CIVIL WAR ISSUED CARBINE.

SN 5316. Cal. 50. Bbl length 20″. Case colored single shot receiver with arsenal blue bbl with 3-leaf military rear sight. 1-pc walnut martially inspected buttstock with standard steel military buttplate. Manufactured by “MASS ARMS CO. CHICOPEE FALLS”. Single shot percussion with carbine ring and bar. CONDITION: Dark but vivid case colors with very slight loss on frame at upper tang and lever. Most all rich arsenal blue remains on bbl with a very slight amount of loss at muzzle. Hammer and trigger retain most all of their respective nitre blue finish as do the receiver screws. Martially inspected walnut stock is superb with excellent strong cartouches on left side. Very minor and slight period scratches appear on right side of stock from storage. Buttplate has turned a mellow patina and is excellent. Bore and chamber are armory bright and as new. An exceptionally fine Civil War carbine. 50385-6 TDW (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2154

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2155
$1,380.00

CIVIL WAR MERRILL TYPE I CARBINE.

SN 7613. Cal. 54. 22″ bbl. Popular Civil War brass mounted carbine carried by Col. Griersons’s Raiders during the Civil War. John Wayne portrayed Grierson in “The Horse Soldiers” though he and his men did not carry them in the movie; they did, throughout Louisiana and the west. Brass mounted, well worn, complete and functional. Bore is clean and rifling is well defined. Lock is marked “JH Merrill Balto./Pat. July, 1858/APL9,May 21-28-61” and SN 7613 as is stamped on breech which is also marked “JH Merrill Balto./Pat. July 1858”. CONDITION: Gun overall is good to very good with good markings, smooth grey metal, several reductions and erosion in stock. This gun shows honest use with discernible saddle wear; only residual remains of a cartouche are visible. Mechanically functional with discernible rifling in bore. 51030-19 JS (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2155

2156
$2,587.50

SUPERB MAYNARD SECOND MODEL CARBINE DATED 1865.

SN 22430. Cal. 50. Maynard Type II Carbine 50 caliber with 20″ rnd to oct bbl with 3-leaf folding rear sight and fix blade front. SN “22430” and dated “1865” on tang. 1-pc walnut stock with 2 very prominent inspectors cartouches on left side. Right side of receiver marked “Manufactured by.Mass.Arms.Co., Chicopee Falls”. Deeply case colored receiver with rust blue bbl and hammer. The Maynard Carbine was extensively used in the United States Civil War. predominantly by U.S. Calvary regiments. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with most rust blue remaining on bbl and hammer. Case colors on receiver are somewhat dark and mottled, but are quite prevalent. The upper and lower tangs both have evidence of slight neglect with salt and pepper patina. 1-pc walnut stock is exceptionally fine with no cracks or serious abuse. Bore and chamber are bright and shiny and give the impression of being never used. Mechanics are sharp and crisp. A very minor cleaning would be very beneficial and would improve this carbine drastically. 51030-16 TDW (1,800-2,500) – Lot 2156

2157
$2,300.00

PAIR OF FINE CIVIL WAR PERCUSSION CARBINES.

SN 4565/8185. Cal. 52/54. 1) early 5th Model Burnside carbine, standard configuration, retaining lots of orig finish, bright minty bore and crisp action. 2) Gwyn & Campbell, standard configuration, great bore and action. Both guns have good markings and well discerned inspector cartouches and a great opportunity to buy two excellent Civil War carbines for the price of one. CONDITION: 1) Fine overall, 70-80% orig finish overall with light pitting and staining. Stocks are sound with cosmetic blemishes, discernible cartouches, crisp action and bright shiny bore. 2) Very good, cleaned and refinished, missing rear sight, discernible cartouche, mechanically crisp with discernible rifling in pitted bore. 51030-17 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2157

2158
$3,737.50

FINE GROUP OF THREE CLASSIC CIVIL WAR PERCUSSION COLT AND REMINGTON REVOLVERS.

SN 117082/166727/216951. 1) Cal. 44. SN 117082 Remington New Model Army, standard configuration with 8″ oct bbl. Inspector cartouche and sub-inspectors marks on most parts. 2) Cal. 36. SN 166727 Colt Model 1851 Navy revolver, made in 1863, standard configuration with 7-1/2″ bbl. 3) Cal. 31. SN 216951 Colt Model 1849 pocket model, standard configuration with 4″ bbl made in 1862. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Robert Abels, NYC, circa 1960. CONDITION: 1) Very good overall, all matching, except cylinder (#6874). Matching grey/bright metal. Sound well fit grips with crisp cartouche on left side. 2) All matching very good overall, about 50%+ discernible rolled Naval battle scene, metal overall grey with scattered pitting, good markings, well fit grips. 3) Very good overall. About half discernible cylinder scene. All matching, except wedge (#2419), good markings. Well fit grips, retaining most of their orig varnish, with moderate edge wear. All three guns are mechanically sound, functional with crisp, discernible bores. 50925-5 JS (2,500-3,000) – Lot 2158

2159
$2,300.00

REMINGTON-BEALS NAVY MODEL REVOLVER.

SN 673. Cal. 36. 7-1/2″ bbl. Blue finish. Brass trigger guard with 2-pc walnut grips. Bbl is marked “Beals Patent Sept. 14, 1858 manufactured by Remington Ilion, N.Y.”. SN is stamped on bottom flat of bbl and on left side of grip frame under grip. No military proofs were observed. A collector’s inventory number is written in white ink on butt. PROVENANCE: Collection of Daniel C. Scott. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl retains 50-60% blue, drifting somewhat into a plumb-brown patina, with high point wear. Bbl address is somewhat faint but has not been polished, only unevenly rolled. SN is sharp. Frame retains 20-30% blue overall, with the balance being a silver-gray patina. Brass trigger guard has a mustard patina. Hammer shows a considerable amount of blue finish. Cyl is a gray-brown patina overall, with traces of blue. Grips are very good with only slight scratching and dents overall. A very nice example of a civilian issue Remington Beals Model Navy revolver. 50709-4 TEP (3,000-4,500) – Lot 2159

2160
$2,587.50

C.P.S. PETTENGILL ARMY REVOLVER U.S. ISSUE.

SN 4502. Cal. 44. 7-1/2″ bbl. Blue finish. 2-pc walnut grips. Top strap is marked, “Pettengill patent 1856” and “patent July 22, 1856” and “July 27, 1858”. Patented November 4, 1862 on frame in front of trigger guard. “WW” inspector marks are present at the breech end of the bbl, left side of frame, cyl, and butt of grip. SN is seen on butt of grip strap. There is a partially visible acceptance cartouche on left grip. PROVENANCE: Collection of Daniel C. Scott. CONDITION: Good to very good. Revolver shows generous traces of blue finish overall, blending with a gray-brown patina with some roughness at muzzle end of bbl. Cyl shows 20-30% blue finish. All markings are sharp and clear. Grips have a legible cartouche with high point wear and no missing pieces. One of 2,000 purchased by the U.S. Ordinance Department between October 1862 and January 1863. These revolvers were issued to the Third Michigan Cavalry, the Third and Fifth Missouri Militia, the First Arkansas, Third Illinois, and the Third Kentucky. An opportunity to obtain a relatively rare U.S. Martial Arm issued during the Civil War. 50709-1 TEP (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2160

2161
$1,725.00

EXTREMELY FINE ROGERS & SPENCER MARTIALLY MARKED ARMY MODEL REVOLVER.

SN 2154. Cal. 44. 7-1/2″ bbl. One of approximately 5000 produced in 1865 for the U.S. Department of War. 7-1/2″ oct bbl with blue finish overall. 6-shot percussion revolver with 2-pc walnut grips with nickel silver escutcheons prominent marked “RPB” by U.S. inspector. Matching numbers throughout, with top strap marked “Rogers & Spencer, Utica, N.Y.” All major components numbered to match. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine with most bright blue finish remaining, having slight finish loss due to flaking. Strong case colors on hammer and bright polish remains on trigger. 2-pc walnut grips have minor crack at heel from period impact. A slight amount of finish loss on front and backstraps of grip from carry, balance is a pleasant patina. 50925-3 TDW (2,500-3,500) – Lot 2161

2162
$690.00

GROUP OF CIVIL WAR ERA ARMS AND ACCOUTREMENTS.

SN NSN,NSN, NSN. 1) Cal. 22. Sharps 4-bbl brass frame pepperbox. 2) Cal. 40. Philadelphia-style Deringer, 6″ overall, 2-5/8″ bbl including breech. 3) Civil War US belt buckle. 4) Colt dbl-sided eagle and stars pistol flask. 5) Reproduction CS cartridge box plate. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Robert Abels, NYC, circa 1960. CONDITION: Both guns are functional, including pepperbox which properly rotates firing pin. Other items good to very good. 50925-1 JS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2162

2163
$5,750.00

JOSLYN ARMY MODEL REVOLVER WITH NAVAL INSPECTOR MARK ON BARREL.

SN 1812. Cal. 44. 8″ bbl. Blue finish. Checkered 2-pc walnut grips. Bbl is marked, “B.F. Joslyn/Patd. May 4, 1858”. Frame and cyl are unmarked. SN is stamped on buttcap of grip. SN is also stamped on bottom flat of the bbl, followed by a small anchor over inspector no. 23. No. 23 also appears on side of rammer and plunger. SN is also present on butt of frame under grip cap and on the inside of each grip. These marks would indicate purchase by the U.S. Navy, although this revolver falls outside of the SN range of accepted purchases. This is the standard model with a seldom seen steel buttcap. Trigger guard is made of iron. About 2,500 of this model were produced. PROVENANCE: Collection of Daniel C. Scott. CONDITION: Very good. Revolver retains a generous amount of blue finish overall, that is blending into a smooth gray-brown patina. Bbl markings are clear, SN markings are clear and sharp. Grips are very good with sharp checkering. Only 100 Joslyn revolvers were purchased by the Navy. This revolver is not in the accepted range, yet bears the naval acceptance mark. A very rare Joslyn revolver with a possible naval connection. 50709-8 TEP (3,500-5,000) – Lot 2163

2164
$1,725.00

METROPOLITAN ARMS CO. NAVY MODEL REVOLVER.

SN 2038. Cal. 36. 7-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. Silver plated brass trigger guard and backstrap. Varnished 1-pc walnut grip. SN’s match on frame, bbl, wedge, trigger guard, backstrap, and cyl. Grips were not removed, but appear orig. Top bbl flap is marked, “Metropolitan Arms Company New York”. Cyl is marked, “New Orleans April 1862” on the front periphery with Naval cylinder scene. Frame is unmarked. PROVENANCE: Collection of Daniel C. Scott. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl retains 20% blue finish blending to a gray-brown patina overall, with high point wear and sharp bbl address. Frame is a gray-brown patina overall. Grips straps retain 80% of the silver finish. There is a small chip missing on the lower left side of the bbl lug. Cyl retains 70-80% blue finish, with a nearly complete cyl scene and sharp markings. Grip shows nearly all of the varnish finish with high point wear and some scratches and dents. A nice example of a Metropolitan Navy revolver of which about 6,063 were manufactured circa 1864-66. 50709-15 TEP (2,500-3,750) – Lot 2164

2165
$2,185.00

VERY GOOD SAVAGE NORTH 36 CALIBER NAVY REVOLVER OF THE CIVIL WAR.

SN 686. Cal. 36. SN 686 with 7-1/8″ bbl. 2-pc walnut grips with brass escutcheons with evident cartouche on bottom of left grip. Unique lever cocking design with heart shaped trigger guard and rim cocking lever. 6-shot with loading lever. Brass post-type front sight with fixed pillar type rear sight. Marked on top strap “Savage RFA Co., Middletown, Conn., H.S. North patented June 17, 1856, January 18, 1859, May 15, 1860”. Small “h” sub-inspector markings can be found on left side of bbl and left side of rammer. CONDITION: Bore and mechanics are very fine. Unusual cocking mechanism functions properly. Finish overall has somewhat silvered out and is now an even dove grey color. Grips are fine overall with no breaks or cracks, however, both grips suffer slight material loss at corners at bottom of grips. 51030-2 TDW (1,800-2,500) – Lot 2165

2166
$4,312.50

FREEMAN ARMY MODEL REVOLVER.

SN 482. Cal. 44. 7-1/2″ bbl. Blue finish. 2-pc American walnut grips. Top straps are marked “Freeman’s pat. Dec. 9, 1862 / Hoard’s Armory, Watertown, N.Y.”. SN is stamped on frame in front of SN, on loading lever, on bottom of bbl, and on rear face of cyl. Spring retainers on center pin latches with narrow recoil shield. 1 of only about 2,000 made, these revolvers are considered a secondary U.S. Martial handgun by collectors. PROVENANCE: Collection of Daniel C. Scott. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl is a smooth plumb-brown patina with blue in protected areas. Frame retains 50-60% blue finish, blending with a plumb-brown patina. Cyl shows a plumb-brown patina overall, with a slight drag mark. Hammer shows traces of case color. Grips are very good with only minuscule handmarks. This is a fine example of a rare U.S. Secondary Martial handgun. 50709-3 TEP (3,000-4,500) – Lot 2166

2167
$1,150.00

SAVAGE REVOLVER NAVY MODEL.

SN NSN. Cal. 36. 7″ bbl. Blue finish. 2-pc walnut grips. Top strap marked “Savage R.F.A. Company Middletown, CT H.S. North patented 1856, 1859, and 1860”. No visible marks with the exception of a “M” inspector mark on grip frame under left grip. Left grip shows remnants of acceptance cartouche and the name “Oliver” scratched on upper side. Right grip is scratched “Tark”. CONDITION: Good. Revolver is dark-brown patina overall with some roughness and dents on the bbl. Cyl is a gray-brown patina overall. Grips show remnants of a cartouche and are battered on the butt end. Chips are missing from either toe of the grip. A total of 11,984 were sold to the U.S. Government during the Civil War. A nice representative example of a Civil War Period handgun. 50988-6 TEP (800-1,500) – Lot 2167

2168
$2,012.50

MASS ARMS ADAMS PATENT REVOLVER NAVY MODEL U.S. ISSUE.

SN 376. Cal. 36. 6″ oct bbl. Blue finish. Checkered 2-pc walnut grips. Top strap is marked, “Manufactured by Mass Arms Chicoppe Falls”. Left of frame marked, “Adams patent May 3, 1858” on left side and “Patent June 3, 1856” on right side. Loading lever is marked, “Kerr’s patent/April 14, 1857”. SN is stamped on the forward left side of the frame and on cyl. Military inspector “A” is found on the frame and loading lever. Inspector mark “T” is found on the trigger guard and backstrap. “T” and “A” are also stamped on the cyl behind the SN. Left side of grip bears a “JT” cartouche in a rectangle. A total of 1,000 were made, of which about 600 were purchased by the U.S. Government. This example being one of the later. PROVENANCE: Collection of Daniel C. Scott. CONDITION: Very good. Frame has a mottled gray finish overall with some bright blue visible in protected areas. Patent on left side of frame has been dbl struck. All other markings are clear. Cyl is a gray-brown patina with clear markings. Grips are very good with sharp checkering and clear cartouche. A chance to obtain a very rare U.S. Martial revolver. 50709-5 TEP (2,500-3,500) – Lot 2168

2169
$1,035.00

SCARCE MASSACHUSETTS ARMS NAVY MODEL ADAMS REVOLVER.

SN 342. Cal. 36. 6″ oct bbl with Adams patent side loading rammer marked “Patent June 3, 1856” on right side of frame with “Massachusetts Arms Co.” markings on top of frame. SN “342” on frame. 1-pc checkered walnut grips that are martially inspected with two U.S. Government cartouches visible, one on each side at bottom. Side mounting loading lever with “Kerr’s Patent April 14, 1857”, and has sub-inspector’s markings “A” on lever and “T” on frame. A very uncommon U.S. Marshall revolver with only approximately 600 being procured by the U.S. Government. CONDITION: Fine overall, with very good bore and mechanics. Metal has lost most finish and is an even dove grey. Grips are quite fine with solid checkering, visible cartouches with slight nicks and scratches consistent with age. Grip screw is not present, but is not needed for holding grips in place. 51030-3 TDW (1,800-2,500) – Lot 2169

2170
$1,150.00

STARR ARMS COMPANY MODEL 1858 DOUBLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER U.S. ISSUE.

SN 5802. Cal. 44. 6″ bbl. Blue finish. 1-pc American walnut grip. Left side of frame marked “Starr Arms Company, New York”. Right side of frame is marked “Starr Arms Company, January 15, 1856”. SN is stamped at front of frame with an “S” inspector mark below it. SN is also stamped on cyl. Grip shows acceptance cartouches on both sides. PROVENANCE: Collection of Daniel C. Scott. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl is a gray-brown patina with blue in protected areas, especially under loading lever. Loading lever shows traces of case color, as does the hammer. Frame markings are sharp and clear. Frame retains 30-40% blue finish, drifting into a plumb-brown patina. Cyl shows traces of blue with balance a plumb-brown patina. Grip has handling marks and dents overall. Cartouches are faint but visible, on both sides. 1 of about 23,000 manufactured for service during the Civil War. 50709-2 TEP (1,750-2,500) – Lot 2170

2171
$3,450.00

FINE CIVIL WAR STARR SINGLE ACTION ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 27509. Cal. 44. Blue finish with 8″ rnd bbl, dovetail half moon front sight with rear sight a groove in the hammer nose. Right side of frame marked “STARRS PATENT JAN. 15 1856”, left side marked “STARR ARMS. CO. NEW YORK”. Cylinder is unfluted with 6 chambers and 12 stop notches. Mounted with uncheckered 1-pc walnut grip with military inspector cartouches on each side. Various parts have small inspector initials, including bbl, frame, top strap, cylinder and grips. There were about 32,000 of these revolvers produced 1863-1865 of which the government purchased about 25,000. Though this gun was made in large quantities, survival rates, especially in high orig condition are quite scarce. CONDITION: Fine overall. Bbl, frame and cylinder retain about 40% orig blue finish with areas of staining and some blue fading to plum. Hammer and loading assembly retain muted case colors with staining and light pitting. Trigger guard and grip straps are grey. 1-pc grip is sound and solid with edge wear, hand worn patina; inspector cartouches are discernible with wear. Mechanics are fine, bright shiny bore with some pitting. 51030-7 JS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2171

2172
$3,910.00

BEAUTIFUL PAIR OF WARNER’S FIRST PERCUSSION AND LAST CARTRIDGE POCKET REVOLVERS.

SN 227/1495. 1) Cal. 28. 3-3/4″ rnd bbl, 6-shot percussion revolver made about 1858 marked on top strap “JAMES WARNER SPRINGFIELD MASS USA”. This gun is in beautiful, complete and original condition retaining most of its original finish. 2) Cal. 30RF. 3″ rnd bbl, 5-shot blued cyl marked “WARNERS PATENT 1857”. This gun like its partner is in beautiful condition retaining most of its blue and silver plated finish. PROVENANCE: Estate of Tig Sogoian. CONDITION: Both guns are extremely fine overall. Both fully functional with crisp bright bores. Both guns have well fit grips retaining most of their orig varnish. 50765-4 JS (6,000-8,000) – Lot 2172

2173
$6,900.00

FINE CASED PAIR OF FLINTLOCK DUELERS BY FIELD & PARKER OF LONDON.

SN NSN. Cal. 50. 10″ swamped bbls with gold banded breeches. Nicely makers marked on top “Field & Parker”. Full length English walnut stocks with elaborately decorated iron mounts, and ugly face buttcap with high stirrups. Gold lined touch holes and waterproof, best quality flint locks. Possibly made for lower Colonial use. Heavy English double casing with loading tools, spring compressors, flints and flask, has a retailers label of “Riviere / Oxford Street / London”. CONDITION: Very fine overall condition as seen with mechanics and bores being excellent. Stocks are solid with several minor repairs having been professionally done at a much earlier date. Bbls have developed a pleasant patina as have locks and trigger bow, ugly face buttcaps are in exceptionally good condition and are quite pleasing. Casing is quite fine with very good lining and equipage. Solid hinges and handles with no evident issues. 50674-2 TDW (6,000-10,000) – Lot 2173

2174
$6,900.00

FINE PAIR OF WOGDON FLINTLOCK DUELING PISTOLS.

SN NSN. Cal. 44. Fine pair of flintlock pistols by highly regarded London maker circa 1780. Guns measure about 14″ overall with 9″ bbls engraved “Wogdon London” with gold touch holes. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with London gunmakers proofs and “RW” (Robert Wogdon). Florally engraved breech irons have shallow U-notch sights. Flintlocks have beautifully filed and chamfered serpentine cocks, and bridled frizzens with springs that terminate in bulbous heads. Nicely chamfered lockplates with rebated tapered tails have rear sliding safeties. Chamfers are engraved with double lines, and “Wogdon” under pans. European walnut stocks extend to muzzles. Round iron ramrod pipes are nicely figured with beaded ends. Engraved iron trigger guards have pineapple finials. Set triggers. Flat sided rounded butts have engraved steel caps. Wood ramrods have horn tips. CONDITION: Guns appear fine overall retaining mottled brown finish which appears freshened. Trigger guards retain about half of their bright orig fire blue with traces of blue on other steel mounts. Markings are crisp with scattered areas of light pitting. Stocks have matching refinished surface with a well restored broken wrist on one gun. Mechanically actions are crisp & bores are clear & smooth with bright breeches, light rust staining. Accompanying case is perhaps of the period though could be a newer edition made for display with a bright steel marked 32 bore single cavity ball mold (guns are 28 bore), circular powder flask with measure, steel oiler & loose balls which is overall very good. 50498-1 (6,000-9,000) – Lot 2174

2175
$4,830.00

VERY FINE PAIR OF JOHANN ANDREAS KEUCHENREUTER (1716 – 1795) FLINTLOCK PISTOLS.

SN NSN. Cal. 50. 10″ bbl. Flintlock gentleman’s belt pistols with extensive silver inlay and makers marked to Keuchenreuter. A pair numbered 1 and 2, with set triggers and small 3 leaf folding rear sight. Very lightly stained European walnut, relief carved with Germanic vines and scroll. Silver washed furniture with top shelf quality waterproof locks. Horn tips at forend and rod tips. Displayed in an attractive glass front casing of modern production, with fine quality powder flask, having trap base for holding flints and a ball reserve. CONDITION: Very fine as restored, European walnut stocks are excellent with no traces of breakage or distress. Raised carving is sharp and quite elegant. Trigger bow, buttcap and rod ferules are pleasantly silver washed with a mild tarnish leaving them very pleasant. Bores are elegantly multi-grooved rifled and are in very fine condition. Locks and mechanics function well and crisply. 50856-1 TDW (5,000-8,000) – Lot 2175

2176
$1,150.00

SUPERB 18TH CENTURY FLINTLOCK BLUNDERBUS WITH STEEL BARREL.

SN NSN. Cal. 1.5 bore. 18th Century flintlock Blunderbus. 32″ overall with 17″ bbl with dual wedding bands and having a diameter of 1.5″ at muzzle. Brass mounts with incise and relief engraving. Brass sideplate is a very fine restoration. Walnut stock has a very old dark stain finish covered with a period varnish. Very light incise carving of a shell to the rear of tang. English brown best type lock with what appears to be all orig parts. Still retains its proper steel ramrod. Possible low countries or even American origin. CONDITION: Fine overall, with metal finish having somewhat of a soft dove grey patina. Brass furniture has a very pleasant mellow patina throughout with no evidence of recent cleaning. 1-pc darkly stained walnut stock has several repaired cracks about the lock and forend with no wood loss whatsoever. 51030-14 TDW (3,000-4,000) – Lot 2176

2177
$5,175.00

EXCEPTIONAL JOSEPH HENRY FLINTLOCK PISTOL 1807 – 1808.

SN NSN. Cal. 54. 10″ bbl. Full length walnut stock with brass buttcap, trigger guard and single rod ferule. Fluted “J. Henry” marked flint lock. Bbl prominently marked “P” for proof with unknown “WW” markings below proof. CONDITION: Exceptional overall, with very fine walnut stock with minor crack at rod channel and diminutive chip at butt above cap. Numerous older minor abrasions with very minimal material loss. Bbl and tang are very fine with mild corrosion in bore and very pleasing dove gray patina overall. Mechanics are crisp and functional. A very fine example a quite rare American flintlock martial or contract pistol. 50541-3 TDW (2,500-4,000) – Lot 2177

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2178
$1,437.50

SILVER AND CORAL MOUNTED OTTOMAN FLINTLOCK PISTOL.

SN NSN. Cal. 61. Impressive circa 1810 Ottoman flintlock pistol with 12″ bbl which is engraved, proofed and marked “ELAZARINO” with Ottoman marks and engraving. Other than about 8″ of bbl and lock, pistol is totally covered with fine silver filigree, with 3 red coral cabochons and sheet silver buttcap with similarly filigree decorated buttcap. CONDITION: Very good overall. Filigree work is 99% intact. Engraving on bbl worn but all discernible. Chiseled engraving on lock and hammer. Lock, cock and frizzen all polished bright. Mechanically functional with smooth bore with pitting. 50702-1 JS (2,500-4,000) – Lot 2178

2179
$575.00

EXCELLENT ENGLISH SUPERIMPOSED FLINTLOCK GENTLEMAN’S BELT PISTOL BY TWIGG.

SN NSN. Cal. 45. Two bbl superimposed flintlock with rotating drum as to select either top or bottom bbl or both to be fired at the same time. 3″ bbls, 8-1/2″ overall, blue finish with walnut 1-pc grip. Engraved on sides of lock with Stands of Flags in a patriotic motif. Left side is engraved in the same manner but with the initials “TB” that has been identified as being Twigg of London. CONDITION: Very fine overall, as having been refinished many years prior. Engraving and markings are sharp, bbls are very fine and turn screw off for removal with ease. 1-pc walnut grip is in fine condition with no cracks, chips or material loss. Mechanics are fine with rotating drum functioning properly as does cock and trigger. 51030-8 TDW (1,800-2,800) – Lot 2179

2180
$2,300.00
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RICHLY DECORATED OTTOMAN FLINTLOCK RIFLE.

SN NSN. Cal. 65. 55″ overall with a 40″ tapered bbl with entirety of stock covered in silver plated brass sheathing attached with iron and decorative brass pins. 6 bbl bands decorated in-suite. Sheathing is all repousse with floral designs with large panels on buttstocks of bird atop a tree and another of the same kind of interesting tree with fruit. This is an interesting early 19th century musket with iron ramrod. CONDITION: Broken just forward of trigger guard with very old soldered repair in sheathing, wood broken beneath, 20-30% orig silver plate in protected areas, specially on buttstock, otherwise light mustard patina. Iron is cleaned, overall grey/bright, with European lock maker and bbl proofs partially discernible. Mechanically, lock functions with clear bore. 50702-2 JS (4,000-7,000) – Lot 2180

2181
$460.00

EXCEPTIONALLY FINE ELABORATE ENDO PERIOD JAPANESE MATCHLOCK RIFLE.

SN NSN. Cal. 40. 41″ bbl. Lightly swamped oct bbl with integral front and rear sights. full-length wood stocks that are to be believed made of teak are heavily decorated with chrysanthemum inlays of brass and copper on all sides. Matchlock action is made of brass as is both bbl bands, trigger and buttcap. Bbl is ornately inlaid in brass and silver with a large dragon figure and the Royal Chrysanthemum seal. Made during the Endo Period (1603-1868). These rifles known as “Tanegashima” were influenced after the importation of three matchlock rifles purchased from the Portuguese in 1543. CONDITION: Very fine overall with excellent stocks that have two very minor previously repaired cracks at forend tip. Chrysanthemum and dragon inlays are exceptional and would greatly benefit from a light cleaning. The bbl is very fine; however, the bore is quite dark. Matchlock action does function; however, needs adjustment. 50631-1 TDW (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2181

2182
$6,325.00

SPECTACULAR CASED PAIR OF J.E. EVANS PHILADELPHIA, DERRINGERS.

SN NSN. Cal. 35. 2-1/2″ bbls. Diminutive “Peanut” size Derringer pistols with fine walnut stocks and finely embellished nickel silver mounts. Case colored back action percussion locks with matching hand engraved embellishment. Iron bbls with rich damascene pattern. Fitted with matching engraved/case colored breeches and tangs. Nickel silver front sights, forend tips and stock shields. Housed in a superb fitted period casing with brown velvet lining. CONDITION: Extraordinary near new condition. Iron bbls show no distress and retain most all of their most beautiful damascene finish. Case colored locks and breeches are wonderfully engraved and retain virtually all of their brilliant colors and finish. Nickel silver trigger guards and grip caps are superbly engraved in matching fashion and have attained a wonderful mellow aged coloring. Both pistols are marked identically “J.E. Evans Philad”. Fitted casing is in superb condition with only the slightest touch of wear to velvet lining with slight discoloration from age, exterior and all sides are excellent and in a state of great preservation. 50541-4 TDW (4,500-7,500) – Lot 2182

2183
$0.00

RARE “PEANUT” SIZED PHILADELPHIA DERINGER.

SN NSN. Cal. 40. Just under 5″ overall with about 1.5″ bbl, 2-1/8″ including breech. Henry Schlotterbeck was one of Henry Deringer’s principle gunsmiths who started his own shop in 1860. His guns that he actually signed “SLOTTER & CO” are quite scarce. Doug Eberhart in his text The Deringer in America dedicates an entire chapter to Slotter and lawsuits with Henry Deringer. This gun is in fine condition with smooth surfaces and traces of original finish. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. German silver mountings smooth with light patina, engraving crisp on German silver and steel. Bbl retains thin traces of striped finish. Lock and hammer are overall silver/gray with hints of case colors. Stock is sound and solid with traces of original varnish and several chips in nose. There is a hairline crack between the bbl and lock escutcheon. Mechanically gun is sound with crisp bore. 49973-219 JS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2183

2184
$0.00

COLLECTORS LOT OF FOUR SINGLE SHOT PERCUSSION PISTOLS.

SN NSN, 3947, NSN, NSN. Cal. 456. 1) J.E. Evans Philadelphia marked percussion Derringer pistol. 2″ bbl German silver blade front sight. Top of bbl marked with makers name. Top strap and breech end of bbl, lightly scrolled engraved as is lock and hammer. Silver shield behind top strap. Checkered grips with flare at bottom. Silver teardrop at butt, lightly engraved as is trigger guard and finial. 2) Williamson single shot Deringer. Made by Moores’ Pat. F.A. Mfg. Co. of Brooklyn, N.Y. 1866-1870. 2-1/2″ rnd bbl with front blade sight, faint maker’s name on left side of bbl. Brass frame and trigger guard. Stocks checkered with flared butt. Frame and trigger guard nicely scrolled engraved. 3) Unmarked Derringer pistol, 2-1/2″ rnd bbl. Lock and top strap likely engraved as is hammer and trigger guard. Pineapple finial at head of trigger guard. Silver shield behind top strap, also lightly engraved. 4) Seaver Deringer Pistol made by Bruff Bros. and Seaver in New York City. 3″ bbl, silver bands at breech and marked “Seaver”. Top strap, lock and hammer lightly scroll engraved. Silver shield behind top strap. Checkered grip with flare. Trigger guard lightly engraved. Silver teardrop at butt. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: 1) Good. All metal surfaces with even brown scattered pin-prick pitting. Trigger guard broken at tang with older weld repair. Stocks are good, checkering is faint, minor crack at muzzle and other light losses. 2) Very good. Bbl is toned with scattered pin-prick pitting. Stock with repair at grip retains most of an older professionally restored finish. 3) Bbl, top strap, lock, and hammer with scattered pin-prick pitting. Stocks poor with losses towards muzzle and left side of bbl at breech. Checkering still visible, though mostly smooth. Will not hold cock. 4)Very good. Bbl, lock, hammer, and top strap with scattered corrosion. Stocks are very good with minor repair on bottom of bbl. and appear to retain the most of what is likely the orig varnish although could be an ancient restoration. 49973-217, 49973-222, 49973-223, 49973-224, JSL110 (2,500-4,500) – Lot 2184

2185
$0.00

SCARCE NEW YORK MADE R.P. BRUFF DERINGER SINGLE SHOT PERCUSSION PISTOL.

SN NSN. Cal. 40. About 6″ overall with 3″ bbl including breech. Gun appears original, complete and authentic with fine aesthetics and good markings. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very good overall. Iron is dark gray overall with no original finish. German silver mounts are all complete, smooth and well-fitted into solid stock with hand worn patina. 49973-220 JS (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2185

2186
$690.00

“DERINGER” MARKED SINGLE SHOT PISTOL.

SN NSN. Cal. 48. 7-3/4″ overall with 3-1/8″ bbl, 9 lands and grooves. Henry Deringer and his Philadelphia made single shot pistols were very popular in the mid-19th century. So popular, that many infringements were made, including this gun which closely resembles the famous “PHILADELPHIA HENRY DERINGER”. Henry Deringer had special proofs and were always made with 7 lands and grooves, but no doubt this passed in its day as it is well made with checkered grip, German silver mounts and wooden ramrod, much like the orig gun. CONDITION: Very good overall. Metal overall dark grey/plum with staining, pitting and traces of orig finish in protected areas. Stock retains most of its apparently orig varnish. Mechanically functional with pitted bore. 51030-13 JS (1,000-1,800) – Lot 2186

2187
$3,162.50

CASPER SUTER SELMA, ALABAMA, .41 CALIBER DERRINGER STYLE PISTOL.

SN NSN. Cal. 40. This very rare deringer is one of few specimens known. Eberhart & Wilson The Deringer in America Vol. 1 show a nearly identical gun illustrated on pg 146. Measures 6″ overall, bbl 2-3/8″, 40 Cal. German silver mounted, engraved, two gold bands and marked in single line on bbl “C.SUTER SELMA,ALA”. Distinctive flower petal style buttcap make this most likely a product manufactured by Wurfflein of Philadelphia for Suter. Suter was born in Switzerland in 1796 came to Alabama in about 1850. He sold other guns including shotguns and rifles with his agent mark which sometimes are associated with Confederate used arms. This is a fine example of a rarely offered Southern deringer. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Metal has even gray patina overall. Nickel silver furniture has survived very well with no evident damage or repair. Traditional walnut stock very nicely checkered with very little distress, one very minor wood repair at rear of tang, absolutely no wood loss. One of the more desirable and difficult Southern arms to acquire. 50950-1 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2187

2188
$345.00

VERY FINE BLUNT & SYMS OF NEW YORK, PERCUSSION SIDE HAMMER PISTOL.

SN NSN. Cal. 45. 5″ oct bbl. Iron frame and backstrap with bag grip design handle. 2-pc walnut grips with nickel silver escutcheons. Marked “B&S New York Cast Steel” with assembly number “17” inside trigger guard. Light scroll and vine engraving on receiver, backstrap and hammer. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Fine overall, with a very even and pleasant plum patina. Clear and Legible markings with later replacement hickory loading rod. 2-pc walnut grips are very good with small chip in right grip with some material loss. Tumbler screw appears to be later replacement. Bore and mechanics are very good. 49973-89 TDW (100-300) – Lot 2188

2189
$0.00

ALLEN & THURBER PEPPERBOX REVOLVER.

SN NSN. Cal. 32. Bbl marked “Allen & Thurber Worcester”, hammer marked “Allen’s Patent”. Frame and recoil shield lightly scroll engraved. Backstrap with wavy lines. 2-pc varnished walnut grips. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Good, all metal surfaces with light brown patina, minor corrosion on frame at hammer. Grips are very good with scattered light handling marks and minute loss at toe, original varnish. Mechanics are good. 49973-90 JSL129 (1,200-3,200) – Lot 2189

2190
$1,610.00
Revised: 9/29/2016

Please Note: The pepperbox has original certifiable antique ivory grips. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase.

EXCITING LOT OF TWO 1850 PEPPERBOX AND PEANUT DERINGER.

SN NSN. Cal. 31. Very fine 6-shot ring trigger double action pepperbox with bag grip. 31 cal percussion, double action with elegant 2-pc period grips with nickel silver escutcheons. Broadly scroll pattern engraved with 3-1/4″ length bbl cluster. Item 2, Cal. 44 percussion. Very fine imported Deringer patent infringement. 2-1/8″ bbl known as “Peanut Size”. Liege Belgium proofed on underside of bbl with nickel silver fittings and gold banded Breech. 1-pc checkered walnut grip with back action percussion lock. Tastefully engraved in a Germanic oak leaf pattern. CONDITION: Fine overall, with traces of period blue finish remaining on bbl cluster with balance turning plum. Receiver having been slightly cleaned at a much earlier date remains bright. Action and mechanics are very fine and crisp. 2-pc period and well-fitted grips have very attractive aged cracking. Item 2. Very fine overall with most metal being cleaned bright but quite attractive. Walnut stock is very fine with two very minor shrinkage cracks at bbl channel and lock screw with absolutely no material loss. 51015-3 TDW (1,250-2,000) – Lot 2190

2191
$1,840.00

EXCEPTIONAL J.I. DOTTER SINGLE SHOT TARGET PISTOL.

SN NSN. Cal. 42. 9″ oct bbl is recessed and fitted for false muzzle. Exquisitely engraved in scroll and vine pattern on buttcap, trigger bow assembly, lock and patented breech. Drift adjustable fine target front sight with mechanical elevation adjustment for target rear blade. 1-pc circassian walnut stock deeply incised carved in a Germanic pattern at forend and grip. Adjustable single set trigger. Small identification tag at rear of tang indicating number “2” of a set. PROVENANCE: Estate of Tig Sogian. CONDITION: Spectacular condition overall, with gold banded and addressed bbl with balance in bright nitre blue finish. Coin finished lock, buttcap, trigger bow assembly and rear tang retain almost all of their orig gilt. Deeply figured stock shows numerous small imperfections from period use and case storage with absolutely no material loss whatsoever. Mechanics and bore are exceptional and crisp. A true piece of mechanical art. 50765-3 TDW (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2191

2192
$5,750.00

SUPERB SEVEN SHOT WILLIAM BILLINGHURST REVOLVING RIFLE.

SN NSN. Cal. 40. 24″ bbl. 7-shot pill lock converted to percussion revolving rifle with 2-pc walnut stocks and ornately engraved back action percussion lock. Windage adjustable blade front sight with semi-Buckhorn rear sight mounted in bbl. William Billinghurst, of Rochester NY, was famed for his revolving rifles as well as the development of the modern fishing reel. His firearms production was known from 1834 through 1838. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall as bbl and receiver are a fine plum brown. Action and lock function properly. A small amount of engraving on upper tang of rifle and matching engraving on lock are quite nice and are done in a Germanic influenced pattern. Traditionally having had a tang sight, as with many of these rifles, as young eyes become old eyes, the sight was moved forward to a barrel position for the shooter’s comfort. Walnut stocks are very fine with only minimal material loss at tang and key way for holding the forearm im place. The hickory wiping rod appears to be of a more contemporary period. An exceptionally fine example of a very rare American rifle. 50422-2 TDW (5,000-8,000) – Lot 2192

2193
$0.00

SUPERB LEFEVER & ELLIS COMBINATION GUN WITH SIDELOCK IGNITION.

SN NSN. Cal. 36 over 20 ga. 26″ bbl. Mule ear side hammer ignition superposed rifle shotgun combination. Manufactured by Lefever & Ellis Canadaigua, NY during the period of 1863 through 1867. Typically known as makers of percussion target rifles, their combination guns are quite uncommon. 1-pc walnut buttstock with New York pattern iron patchbox and single piece brass buttplate. Drift adjustable, front sight with semi-Buckhorn rear sight. PROVENANCE: Lifetime Lefever Arms Collection of Scott Lefever. CONDITION: Very fine overall as bbls and lock and other iron have all turned a pleasant plum patina color. The very dark finished walnut buttstock is quite excellent with no breaks or material loss whatsoever. There exists an extremely small shrinkage crack on left-hand side forward of the wrist. Truly an exceptional example of an uncommon New York combination gun. 50255-2 TDW (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2193

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2194
$1,437.50

SUPERB J.W. CLARK OF TUNKHANNOCK, PA, THREE BARREL PERCUSSION COMBINATION GUN.

SN NSN. Cal. 56/56-40. Half stock 3 bbl combination gun consisting of two 56 cal smooth bore bbls over a 40 cal rifled bbl. Bbls are 32″ long with an overall length of 48″ for the firearm. 1-pc straight walnut stock using two Joseph Golcher back action percussion locks and a traditional underhammer ignition using the trigger guard as a main spring for the lower bbl. Iron rod ferrules with nickel silver ramrod channels extending to breech. The 1-pc walnut stock is profusely inlaid with nickel silver inlays of fish, deer, rabbit, fox, moose, dogs, squirrels as well as a Pennsylvania pattern single spoon patchbox with small capper box on bottom of stock. A nickel silver crescent butt. Bbl rib marked “J.W. Clark Tunkhannock PA”. A small brass blade front sight with semi buckhorn rear sight. CONDITION: Fine overall, with good bores and mechanics. Very attractive Pennsylvania stock inlays of nickel silver with light game scene engraving on the Golcher percussion locks and an even brown patina over bbls, tang and trigger guard. Stock is quite fine with no breaks or major chipping. Slight oil staining around front of locks and very minor bruising consistent with age. 51030-15 TDW (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2194

2194A
$115.00

SPECIAL ST. JUDE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL LOT.

This lot consists of twelve past Julia auction firearm catalogs, together with their prices realized list. These catalogs serve as a valuable reference source. We regularly sell our past auction catalogs to collectors and dealers alike for that purpose. Please also note: The entire proceeds of this lot (to include the buyer’s premium), shall be donated to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital. St. Jude’s is one of the finest hospitals in North America today for the research and care of children afflicted with cancer. We hope that you will consider competing on this lot, we consider it to be an extremely worthwhile cause and we have dedicated ourselves to include similar lots in every single one of our auctions, the proceeds of which will be donated to St. Jude’s. Thank you for your participation. CONDITION: Very Good. 50209-8 (300-500) – Lot 2194A

2195
$0.00

EXCEPTIONALLY RARE FRANKENAU PURSE REVOLVER.

SN 1085. Cal. 5mm Pinfire. 1/2″ Bbl. 5-shot double action pinfire revolver encased in a leather covered nickel steel casing much like a ladies or gentleman’s coin purse. Marken Frankenau’s Patent with nickel plated case and black leather exterior. Patented in 1877 in the United States and Great Britain. A small folding trigger allowed one to fire the small revolver within its closed case. Exceedingly scarce and rarely found. Featured in the book Firearms Curiosa by author Lewis Winant pages 157 through 160. CONDITION: Fine as found with most nickel finish remaining. Leather has slight distress with age but is still supple and live. Pinfire revolver fails to function at this time; however, the need of several small springs would complete and remedy this issue. Exterior condition of firearm has slight corrosion from use with corrosive black powder pinfire cartridges. 50871-1 TDW (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2195

2196
$4,312.50

THREE RARE VICTORIAN ERA GUN CANES.

SN 16/NSN/NSN. 1) Removable 6-shot Cal. 22. rim fire revolver with stiletto dagger, similar to patent by Nicholas Simon, 1894. Revolver is simply an exposed cylinder with a spring loaded, dbl-action trigger that is ready to fire when pulled from cane. No markings other than matching SN 16 found on several parts. 2) Dumonthier-style Cal. 45CF. is a nice functioning example with stag grip, wood veneer body over metal bbl and orig spring-loaded plug at tip. 3) Totally unmarked other than 2 small proofs rear of trigger including a circle around “12”, most likely denoting 12mm cartridge size, horn gripped, bamboo veneer bodied functioning cane gun. This gun’s mechanism screws into place and when tightened, exposes the pin from cartridge. CONDITION: 1) Good to very good overall. Top section, which houses the revolver, has old glued crack to thin wood veneer over its metal body. Gun still locks into position which was removed by rotation with locking notch. Stag grip solid with hand worn patina, mechanism still functions though quite sluggish. 2) Very good overall. Several hairlines, still functional, cocks, locks and fires. Proof marks partially discernible. 3) Good overall. Functional, apparent welded or braised restoration to head of hammer. Horn grip has taped repair. Mechanically, gun functions when cocked will operate hammer with enough force no doubt to fire 12mm pinfire cartridge. Bamboo body has longitudinal crack with brass wire reinforcements on body as seen in photos. 51015-1 JS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2196

2197
$1,265.00

INTRIGUING KIMBALL 35 CALIBER CANE GUN MADE IN LONDON.

SN NSN. Cal. 35. Percussion folding trigger walking stick or cane gun dated “1856” on butt and maker marked “Kimball”. 29″ bbl marked “Patent Warranted Cast Steel” with 1-pc highly figured dark English walnut handle. Small nickel silver blade frontsight with windage adjustable semi buckhorn rear sight. Scroll and vine engraved with twisted rope engraving covering full length of spine. 35″ overall and bbl has the appearance of having been tin plated at some previous date. CONDITION: Very good overall, with light surface patina on bbl. Engraving is quite nice. Walnut handle is very fine with no major cracks. There are several small shrinkage or stress cracks present but nothing of major concern. Bore is fair and hammer fails to stay at full cock indicating it needs to be re-cut or some other likely attention. 51030-21 TDW (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2197

2198
$1,150.00

*SPECTACULAR LARGE GERMAN PERCUSSION ALARM GUN (OSTERREICHE WERKE ANSTALT).

SN NSN. Cal. 45. 6-1/2″ bbl. Percussion operation with removable bbl. Massive with 15″ overall length, using a trip wire method for discharging. Spectacular European quality unlike most continental made trap guns and burglar alarm guns. Truly a unique example. CONDITION: Superb overall, with slight staining on brass bbl at front and breech from having been fired. All components are finely polished from manufacture, with only traces of wear on trigger mechanism from use. A truly unique piece of curiosa. 50862-4 TDW (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2198

2199
$1,380.00

*INTRIGUING LOT OF THREE ALARM & TRAP GUNS,INCL TAYLOR’S FUR-GETTER.

SN NSN, NSN, NSN. 1) Cal. 16 ga. pinfire of Belgian manufacture with Belgian proofs. Unusual cannon breech design with lanyard/tripwire trigger system. 2) Cal. 30. Percussion alarm gun of brass construction with “PAT.JUNE.12.1867”. Has an interesting trigger adjustment for use on door or window. 3) Cal. 38. F.C. Taylor “Fur-Getter” trap gun, manufactured by the “Texas Gun Co, San Angelo, Tex.” patented by inventor Charles D. Lovelace in 1914. Made for either a ball or shot load, discontinued in the 1930’s. NOTE: This is classified as a C&R firearm. CONDITION: 1) Exceptionally fine and well preserved, brass has been carefully cleaned at some earlier date. All iron components are corrosion free but have been gently cleaned and are in a wonderful state of preservation. 2) Very fine overall, with slight corrosion in bore from use. Very pleasant overall patina with action being sharp. Mechanically fine. A most unusual burglar alarm. 3) Superb overall with most orig paint remaining on gun and pintle. Firing mechanism functions correctly. 50862-1 TDW (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 2199

2200
$1,150.00

EXTREMELY FINE F. REUTHE DOUBLE BARREL ANIMAL TRAP GUN.

SN NSN. Cal. 28. 4-1/4″ bbls, 13″ overall. Large percussion trap gun with imposing looking bait hooks. Nicely marked “F. REUTHE’S PATENT MAY 12, 1857”. CONDITION: Very fine overall with much orig black lacquer finish remaining. Nipple and firing mechanism are very fine with good action. Bait barbs are still razor sharp. One of the most recognized of all U.S. trap guns a far above average example. 50862-3 TDW (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2200

2201
$1,150.00

COLLECTOR’S LOT OF THREE ALARM AND TRAP GUNS.

SN NSN, NSN, NSN. 1) Cal. 58. 4-1/2″ bbl. Silbernick percussion trap gun. Marked “Silbernick Patent 1861”. Manual cocking operation with trip sear for dispatching unwanted pest or game animals. 2) Cal. 22. blank. Sure Pop alarm gun. Brass construction with cast name on top “SURE POP” and “PAT.APR.21.1903” on underside. 3) Cal. 38. blank. Iron Brass alarm gun. For use with blanks to startle or fend off unwanted visitors. CONDITION: 1) Spectacular overall with a most pleasant even patina. All iron is in fine condition with only a fine trace of early corrosion and functions flawlessly. Leather is quite supple with slight flaking at tabs. 2) Excellent overall, showing light and even patina. Mechanics are all fine with strong spring, no distress or damage whatsoever. 3) Exceptional overall with most black Japaned finish overall, constructed of cast-iron base with brass trigger, firing mechanism and chamber. Mechanics are good. 50862-2 TDW (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2201

2202
$4,600.00

WONDERFUL TEN GAUGE STRONG BREECH LOADING CANNON WITH CARRIAGE.

SN NSN. Cal. 10 ga blank. Brass construction with rotating breech block. Has an assembly number of 1 on both tube and breech. Prominently marked “Manf’d by The Strong Firearms Co. NEW HAVEN, CONN. USA”. Lanyard ignition using a spring-loaded firing pin with orig brass hinges on the trunions. Mounted on a miniature Naval pattern carriage made of walnut with period brass and copper fittings. CONDITION: Very fine orig condition with a small amount of distress on top from what appears to have been actually used. Bore and mechanics are exceptional and tube has started to turn a pleasant mustard patina. Walnut Naval carriage is very fine with some light fading on left side from being exposed to direct sunlight. An exceptionally fine set is missing one nut from bottom of carriage and one tie-down is loose on top rear. 50925-2 TDW (5,000-7,000) – Lot 2202

2203
$0.00

FINE ANTEBELLUM OR CONFEDERATE BRASS MOUNTED BOWIE KNIFE.

This very well made Bowie measures over 15-1/2″ with a 10-1/2″ clip point blade by excellent craftsmen who truly mastered brass and woodwork. The blade, well honed, from possibly an old tool tapers from 1-5/16″ to 7/8″; where unbeveled a 2-1/2″ clip occurs. Knife has great form and feel in the hand with shaped wood grip. Stylized bat-wing cross guard shows an artistic flair, as well as the skeletal brass mounts of leather scabbarded body and long 4″ belt hook. PROVENANCE: Wayne McNeese Collection. CONDITION: Fine overall. Blade is grey/white; clean with pinprick pitting and tool marks. Brass cross guard, ferrule, capstan washer and scabbard mounts have dark mustard/chocolate colored patinas, one soldered seam at drag is partially open. Leather is sound and solid retaining about half of its orig finish. Grip has hand worn patina, is solid with minor bruising. 50427-3 JS (5,000-7,000) – Lot 2203

2204
$4,600.00

EXCEPTIONALLY WELL CRAFTED ANTEBELLUM AMERICAN KNIFE MOST LIKELY MADE BY KENTUCKY RIFLE MAKER.

You won’t find a better condition or finer form of a pre-war, probably Southern, side knife with tiger striped maple grip, retained by iron pins and German silver washers. Knife measures 13-5/8″ overall with about 9″ blade with 3″ unsharpened beveled false edge. Simple folded scabbard is retained by brass pins along edges. 2-1/2″ belt loop is also pinned with brass reinforcement. Knife is in exceptionally fine condition, retaining most of its orig surfaces. Gordon Minnis, renowned author on American primitive knives, stated in accompanying letter to Mr. McNeese: “This is the best thing in a gunsmith-made Bowie I ever expect to get. The curly maple is a lot nicer than it looks here – super inletting. Arm and a leg, but I couldn’t help it”. PROVENANCE: Ex-Gordon Minnis Collection; Wayne McNeese Collection. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Blade is overall grey/bright with some old sharpening, blade is indeed quite sharp, one small nick in cutting edge. Maple grips retain much of their orig varnish. Scabbard is matching condition, retaining most of its orig brown polish, with interesting old ink markings; probably on the orig piece of reused leather the craftsman started with, minor weakness at toe of scabbard. But scabbard is quite sound overall. 50427-7 JS (5,000-7,000) – Lot 2204

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2205
$3,910.00

UNIQUE, MASSIVE CONFEDERATE D-GUARD BOWIE IN ORIGINAL DEERSKIN SCABBARD.

This unique D Guard Bowie is shown on pg 222 of Confederate Bowie Knives by Melton, Phillips & Sexton. It is the only Confederate knife I have noted with an orig deerskin scabbard. This massive knife measures just over 24″ with a 19-1/2″ clip point blade. Wood grip is nicely carved with primitive folk art turnings. PROVENANCE: Ex-Dan Schneider, Los Angeles, CA; Wayne McNeese Collection, 2003. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Blade has areas of shine showing orig tool marks. Stained and dirty at ricasso where scabbard has shrunk. Scabbard is solid with some broken stitching and about 2-1/2″ of tip missing. Iron overall with iron patina and pitting. Grip sound, solid with hand worn patina with several long hairline cracks. 50427-12 JS (5,000-7,000) – Lot 2205

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2206
$0.00

FINE LARGE CONFEDERATE SIDE KNIFE IN ORIGINAL SCABBARD FROM KENTUCKY ESTATE.

This knife measures 15-1/2″ overall, with an 11″ blade, 1-3/4″ wide, 4″ clip, and .25″ thick at ricasso. Grips are well patinaed stag and leather scabbard fits like a glove. There is a note accompanying this stating that Mr. McNeese bought this from a physician directly from his family in Kentucky. Knife has a really fine “as found” look. PROVENANCE: Ex-Dr. Ditto Family from Kentucky; Wayne McNeese Collection. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Blade has old sharpening from use and is still very sharp. Orig tool marks can still be seen on blades surface with staining and light pitting. There are forging faults on the verso of blade near the top edge. Stag grips are retained by iron pins with hand worn patina. Dr. Ditto or some family member has lightly engraved “DITTO” into bottom of cross guard. Scabbard still retains sewn belt loop, is scuffed overall and unsewn along cutting edge. 50427-14 JS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2206

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2207
$5,750.00

CONFEDERATE ARMORY COFFIN HILT SIDE KNIFE WITH ORIGINAL SCABBARD.

This exact knife is shown on pg 170 of Confederate Bowie Knives by Melton, Phillips & Sexton. This distinct Confederate factory made knife, of which at least 6 or 7 examples are known, each made to exact standards with quality materials. This knife, like other examples known, have unpolished sand cast brass guards. The flat ground single edged blades have a 3″ unsharpened clip point. The grips are hand shaped and the carved pommels show slight variation from the handiwork of the craftsman. Several noted specimens such as this have Japanned black grips, which this example retains virtually all. The scabbards are classically Confederate. They display a blunt tip, full-length welt along the cutting edge. Norm Flayderman shows two examples in his text The Bowie Knife on pg 140, one being captured at Port Hudson (though Norm misinterpreted these to be of Union manufacture). Early Confederate knife scholar R. E. Neville shows another example in the July/August 1996 issue of North South Traders Civil War Introduction to Collecting Confederate Knives. PROVENANCE: Ex-Josh Phillips Collection; Wayne McNeese Collection. CONDITION: Fine overall. Knife measures just over 16″ with 11-3/8″ blade, which is grey/bright retaining orig tool marks, staining and salt & pepper pitting. Grip is sound with several scuffs at edges retaining 95% orig paint. Scabbard is sound and solid with scuffing and crazing. Missing 2-1/2″ sewn belt loop. 50427-13 JS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2207

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2208
$5,750.00

FINE CONFEDERATE SIDE KNIFE WITH TOOLED SCABBARD.

Well made 15″ side knife with large 10-1/4″ blade, 1-3/4″ wide, .20″ thick, 4-1/2″ clip point. Accompanying brass mounted scabbard has large brass throat with two carrying loops and has unusual floral tooled design. PROVENANCE: Pictured on pg 153 James R. Johnson, “Accoutrements”; Ex-R. E. Neville Collection; Fairhope, Alabama Auction, April 15, 1997; Wayne McNeese Collection, 1997. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Blade is overall grey/brown with staining and pitting. 3″ iron cross guard has similar iron patina. Wood grips are sound and solid, well fit, retained by mix of brass and iron pins. Accompanying scabbard is missing brass tip and throat is missing its retaining pins. 50427-10 JS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2208

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2209
$4,600.00

ARSENAL MADE NORTH CAROLINA CONFEDERATE BOWIE KNIFE.

It is unknown which factory these well made fighting knives with long, tapered clip points. This exact knife is pictured on pg 163 of Confederate Bowie Knives Melton, Phillips & Sexton. These knives are often seen in early Civil War photographs of North Carolina soldiers with their distinct bulbous wood pommels and thick brass guards and ferrule. This knife has an overall length of 16-1/2″, blade is 11-15/16″. PROVENANCE: Ex-Jim Alexander Collection; Wayne McNeese Collection, 1992; Pg 163 Confederate Bowie Knives. CONDITION: Very good with 1-3/8″ blade tip restored. Blade overall is brown with iron patina and pitting. Numerous small nicks in cutting edge. Brass cross guard and ferrule have a mottled light mustard patina with staining, scratches and small dents and scuffs. Grip is sound and solid with numerous dents, dings, scuffs and other blemishes. Lightly scratched on the top of cross guard are the initials of the owner in script “SB”. 50427-2 JS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2209

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2210
$0.00

UNUSUAL AND UNIQUE CONFEDERATE D-GUARD BOWIE WITH SERPENT HEAD SHAPED QUILLON.

Well made Confederate knife with stag grips, decorated top edge of obverse of blade and filed quillon with cross hatching in shape of serpent’s head. 7-1/2″ overall, blade 13″, 1-5/8″ wide. PROVENANCE: Ex-Phil Lucas Collection; Wayne McNeese Collection. CONDITION: Very good overall. Iron patina with old cleaning and pitting to metal. Stag grips are well fit with hand worn patina retained by 3 brass pins. 50427-4 JS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2210

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2211
$0.00

CLASSIC LARGE CONFEDERATE SIDE KNIFE MADE FROM LARGE FILE.

18-1/2″ overall, 13-1/2″ blade, 1-3/4″ wide, .25″ thick which seems to be the typical thickness of so many imported files seen on Confederate knives. This double-edged knife has a well defined medial ridge; saber ground by a good craftsman. Knife handle and ferrule appear to be from the same tool handle, probably, that originated on file. Only the blacksmith made 3-1/2″ “C” shaped cross guard was added. This is a great example of Southern ingenuity making a fine fighting weapon from a tool. PROVENANCE: Ex-Jack Bruner, Memphis, TN; Wayne McNeese Collection. CONDITION: Overall good with blade and cross guard overall grey, still showing finishing marks but eroded and pitted, especially along cutting edge. Reverse side of wood grip is eroded from insect damage but obverse displays quite nicely as seen in photos. 50427-5 JS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2211

2212
$3,737.50

CONFEDERATE VIRGINIA-STYLE SIDE KNIFE WITH TIN SCABBARD.

Boyle & Gamble and Burger & Brothers were among the best known makers of Virginia-style side knives of varying sizes, but typically larger knives identical form with clip point, iron lozenge shaped cross guards, wood grips and tin scabbards such as on this knife which measures just over 15″ with a 10-3/4″ blade and an about 5-1/2″ well beveled clip, same level of cutlery skill seen on identified Boyle & Gamble knives. The accompanying tin scabbard fits knife well as far as length and retains much of a old, gold painted surface as does the cross guard and ferrule. Yankee souvenirs from Southern battlefields displayed in G.A.R. halls often were painted this way. PROVENANCE: Ex-G.A.R. Hall, Binghamton, NY; Ex-John Wood Collection, Petersburg, VA; Wayne McNeese Collection, 1996. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Blade still has some areas of orig surface and shine with tool marks. Sharpening from its time of use with staining and pitting. Pommel and cross guard have iron patina with pitting. Round hickory grip is scuffed and stained dark in one area on one side. Scabbard is solid with dings and dents, especially along soldered, edge with tip broken. No remnant of belt loop is found. 50427-6 JS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2212

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2213
$0.00

RARE BRASS D-GUARD BOWIE MADE BY NASHVILLE PLOW WORKS.

This rarely offered 16-1/4″ knife with heavy 12″ blade, over .3″ thick at ricasso, 3″ sharpened false edge are thought to have been made by the firm of Sharp & Hamilton who operated the Nashville Plow Works. These well known knives rarely come to market and only a handful are known. There is a chapter dedicated in Confederate Bowie Knives by Melton, Phillips & Sexton on brass handled Nashville Plow Works swords. PROVENANCE: Ex-Steve Mullinax Collection; Ex-Tommy Knox Collection; Wayne McNeese Collection. CONDITION: Blade is overall brown with iron patina and pitting and old sharpening. Brass hilt has quillon broken and only 1″ is retained, numerous small dents and blemishes with dark mixed patina, ranging from mustard to chocolate colors. Blade wiggles slightly from loose peening. 50427-8 JS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2213

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2214
$0.00

RARE CIVIL WAR SHEFFIELD BOWIE WITH LOUISIANA STATE SEAL DECORATED POMMELS.

11″ overall fixed blade Bowie. 6″ sgl edge, clip point blade, marked on ricasso “JOHN LINGARD’S/CELEBRATED BOWIE KNIFE/PEACROFT/SHEFFIELD”. Elliptical reinforced type crossguard. 2-pc dark (horn) grips fastened by 4 pins; 3 pearl inlays on obverse. Red leather sheath gilt embossed, German silver mounts. This exact knife is shown on pg 194 of Norm Flayderman’s text The Bowie Knife Unsheathing and American Legend. PROVENANCE: Ex-Norm Flayderman Collection. CONDITION: Good to very good overall. Accompanying scabbard is broken at tip. Blade markings are discernible, grey overall with old sharpening. Grips are sound, pommels are beat around edges. Pins as noted by Flayderman through pommels appear orig to time of use with old crosshatching. 50829-1 JS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2214

2215
$0.00

FINE AND UNIQUE CONFEDERATE D-GUARD BOWIE MADE FROM RICHMOND PIKE.

It is a well known fact that at least four Confederate Richmond manufacturers delivered pikes to the Richmond Arsenal and this blade is no doubt identical in dimensions to those found and marked the products of Boyle & Gamble (note star on ricasso). Pike blades are found mounted in bayonet handles, short sword handles and simple wood handles. But this is the only example we have seen made as a D-Guard. This is also the only Bowie noted where the orig ferrule and part of haft were used as the grip. The well formed heavy D-Guard could have been made by any of the known suppliers of Virginia Ranger knives (See chapter 6, pgs 140-150 on The Virginia’s Ranger Knife, Confederate Bowie Knives, Melton, Phillips & Sexton. This knife measures 17-3/4″ overall with a 12-3/4″ double-edged pike blade identified to Boyle & Gamble for size and for residual stamped star on ricasso. The accompanying scabbard is a recycled short sword scabbard but has always been with this knife according to earliest collection history. PROVENANCE: Ex-John Frawner Collection; Dr. Frederick Novy Collection. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Staining and pitting on blade, tool marks on ricasso, mostly obscured star stamping, iron patina to D-Guard. Hand worn patina to grip and mottled mustard colored patina to ferrule. Accompanying scabbard has cut belt loop and heavy patina to throat with bending at bottom of scabbard where it extends past blade tip. 50374-1 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2215

2216
$0.00

FINE CIRCA 1840-1850 AMERICAN BOWIE WITH CHECKERED ROSEWOOD COFFIN-SHAPED GRIP.

This fine as found Bowie measures 13-1/4″ with a double edged blade just over 8-1/2″, with a high medial ridge, fully .3″ thick, hollow ground dagger point still retaining orig tool marks. Checkered rosewood slabs are retained by 3 brass pins, much in the manner of Dufilho or Schively. PROVENANCE: Ex-Jerry Robbins Collection, Wilmington, NC; Wayne McNeese Collection, 1993. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Blade has staining and small areas of pinprick pitting. 4″ iron cross guard has similar patina. Rosewood grips have hand worn patina with some denting and minor blemishes that do not affect the overall aesthetics of this well made early American knife. 50427-1 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2216

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2217
$0.00

IDENTIFIED VIRGINIA CONFEDERATE BOWIE KNIFE.

This knife was bought at auction in 2009 in Martinsburg, WV (Berkley County) from the estate sale of Judge Gray Silver. There were several effects in the auction belonging to Col. Frank Silver, including a pair of Civil War stirrups with tag stating his ownership. Though Col. Silver was a Colonel after the war in the UCV, he was Private Francis Silver, III (1836-1885) of the 1st Virginia Cavalry. He enlisted 6/28/1861 at Camp Jefferson Davis. He was wounded in the head and ankle at Rude’s Hill, Virginia 11/23/1864, he was taken prisoner but escaped at Appomattox Courthouse 4/9/1865. He was born in Berkley County, VA and is buried there. There is a small file of documents telling history of the Silver family and a letter concerning the auction and provenance. PROVENANCE: Ex-Pvt. Francis Silver, III, 1861; Ex-Judge Gray Silver; Ex-Judge Gray Silver, Jr.; sold June 11, 2009 by Headley’s Auction along with all contents of estate home; Ex-Thomas L. Boucher Collection; Wayne McNeese Collection. CONDITION: Clip point Bowie measures 18″ overall, with 12-1/4″ blade with square ricasso and 4″ clip, which is overall brown with iron patina and pitting as is 3-1/2″ cross guard and 1″ ferrule. Turned wood grip has hand worn patina; is sound though with several hairline cracks. This is a fine, well balanced knife. 50427-11 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2217

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2218
$3,737.50

TWO MASSIVE CONFEDERATE BOWIE KNIFE BATTLEFIELD RELICS.

These two knives were imposing weapons. 1) Clip point Bowie, 21″ overall with 15-1/4″ blade, very similar and almost identical dimensions to a North Carolina identified Bowie knife pictured on pg 243 of Confederate Bowie Knivesby Milton, Phillips & Sexton. 2) Clip point Bowie, 18″ overall with massive 13″ blade, 2-1/2″ wide, .3″ thick with 4-3/4″ iron crossguard. Both these knives have that typical excavated patina expected from real battlefield relics. The longer of these two knives is mounted on a board with inscription on verso stating the bulldozer drivers name who bulldozed this knife up in the 1950’s at Ft. Lee, VA which was once part of the Petersburg battlefield. Real Confederate dug up Bowie knives from battle fields are rare. PROVENANCE: Wayne McNeese Collection. CONDITION: Iron patina and heavy pitting overall, of course only metal portions remain. About 1″ of tip of longer knife is missing. 50427-9 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2218

2219
$0.00

FINE LARGE WRAGG CLIP POINT BOWIE WITH ORIGINAL SCABBARD.

13-7/8″ overall with 9-3/8″ clip point with stamped cyphers including early cowboy on horseback and full firm marking on ricasso “WRAGG & SONS / XLNI / FURNACE HILL / SHEFFIELD”. Knife is German silver mounted, including scabbard with horn and mother of pearl pinned slab grips. This is a nice, meaty Bowie with sharpened 4″ clip typical of these early American imports. CONDITION: Very good. Blade is grey/bright with cleaning, old sharpening, staining, pitting and several nicks in cutting edge. Markings are crisp, though top line of address is only partial. Scabbard is fairly sound with old resewing at top edge where opened, scuffed, missing some veneer near tip, but overall sound, missing frog button. German silver mounts and German silver crossguard have matching silver/grey patina. 51008-7 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2219

2220
$4,025.00

MASSIVE AND RARE CIVIL WAR ERA IXL BOWIE WITH MOTHER OF PEARL GRIP AND ORIGINAL SCABBARD.

This knife looks like it saw the Civil War. It measures 15″ overall, with 10″ clip point blade, full firm mark “G WOSTENHOLM & SON / WASHINGTON WORKS”, large spread-wing eagle, “THE HUNTERS COMPANION” and large “IXL” on ricasso. The scabbard has matching “IXL” embossed. This knife has seen honest used but was well cared for and has a contemporary brass tip repair, possibly from Civil War era bayonet scabbard. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Blade has old sharpening, staining and pitting. Markings are all easily discerned. All orig matching scabbard is also very good to fine with indecipherable multi-line inscription on either side with discernible date “1858”. As noted, orig drag has a well-made contemporary to time of use replaced brass drag which resembles some Civil War bayonet or sword tip. Frog button also appears replaced, but contemporaneous to time of use with small brass stud. Mother of pearl grips are sound, well fit with chip on one side, matching silver/grey patinas to German silver mounts and throat. 51008-10 JS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2220

2221
$0.00

FINE AND RARE HENRY WILKINSON LONDON MADE VICTORIAN BOWIE KNIFE.

Beautiful and early London made “H WILKINSON / 27 PALL MALL” marked Bowie measuring 13″ overall with 8-3/4″ blade. Typical of London made knives with iron mounted handle with locking device in scabbard. Horn grip is nicely checkered as is the leather body of scabbard. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Blade is grey/bright with scattered staining and light pitting. Grip is fine with good color and light wear to diamond points of checkering. Black leather scabbard is sound, solid with edge wear, but cross hatching well discerned. Scalloped German silver mounts are in matching, fine condition. Belt loop is still retained with a new piece of leather reinforcement internally. 51008-11 JS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2221

2222
$2,070.00

THREE FINE ANTEBELLUM BOWIE KNIVES INCLUDING TWO FINE IXL BOWIE’S WITH ORIGINAL SCABBARDS.

Fine group of 3 Civil War era Bowie knives, 2 of which are about 8″ bladed IXL Bowies with full firm marks, the smaller of the 2 marked “THE HUNTERS COMPANION”, this knife also has fine ivory slab grips. The larger of these 2 has stag slab grips. Both are German silver mounted; the larger having IXL embossed scabbard and the other having the orig veneered scabbard covered with leather with integral belt loop so typical of Civil War era Sheffield’s used by soldiers. The third knife has checkered, polished bone rnd grip, which is brass mounted. 8″ blade with unusual 2-stage clip measuring 2-1/2″ overall where the first half is sharpened. Reinforced bolster is braised. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good overall. Both Sheffield’s have well defined markings, matching patinas to scabbard mounts and German silver mountings. Slabs well fit on both. Scabbard on embossed knife is about an 1-1/4″ too long for blade, fits well. 51008-2 JS (2,000-3,000) IVORY – Lot 2222

2223
$0.00

PAIR OF EXTREMELY FINE SHEFFIELD BOWIE KNIVES WITH ORIGINAL SCABBARDS.

1) 11-1/4″ overall, 7″ blade, razor ground, crisp “R. WALKER / SHEFFIELD” on ricasso. Well fit scabbard with tooled design on green veneer. Grips are well made, checkered ebony. 2-3/4″ shaped crossguard. 2) Large 14-3/4″ overall, 10″ blade, clip point “J ROGERS & SONS / NO 6 NORFOLK ST / SHEFFIELD, ENGLAND” with Roger’s cyphers on opposite ricasso. 3″ German silver crossguard has spherical ends with its orig brown leather scabbard, with German silver mounts. CONDITION: Fine to very fine overall. Knife 1) retains most of its orig polish, well marked. Crisp grip with minor wear. Scabbard is well fit, retaining most of its orig color, matching patina of German silver top mount to crossguard, scabbard tip is restored and made of silver, missing frog button. 2) Fine, crisp marking on cleaned, bright blade, resharpened (razor sharp), staining, well fit grips, matching patina to German silver scabbard mounts and crossguard, leather is fine with light scuffing, retaining most of its orig color. 51008-4 JS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2223

2224
$0.00

FINE 19TH CENTURY SHEFFIELD BOWIE WITH MOTTO “DEATH TO TRAITORS”.

This beautiful Bowie in extremely fine condition measures 11″ overall, with 7″ dagger point blade, with 4″ etched panel reading “DEATH TO TRAITORS”. Blade retains most of its orig polish, orig scabbard with matching German silver mounts. CONDITION: Fine overall. Blade retains most of its orig polish with some wear to etched panel, but still easily discernible with crisp makers mark and well fit stag grips. Scabbard fits knife well, appears orig though the tip is possibly replaced, but still with matching patina to rest of German silver. 51008-5 JS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2224

2225
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LARGE EARLY AMERICAN MARKET BOWIE KNIFE WITH PATRIOTIC ETCHED BLADE.

This is an interesting big knife, 17″ overall with 11-3/8″ clip point blade, razor ground with large etched panels including American flags among a panoply of arms, a hunter wearing top hat with dog, a hunting horn, a hunting sword supporting a hunting bag. The etching style is not unlike that seen on Ames circa 1830, but most likely an import. Regardless, this is a fine, brass mounted early Bowie knife that displays beautifully in a matching brass mounted leather scabbard. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Etched panels are easily discerned, grey overall with staining, pitting and sharpening. The makers mark is newer addition and not sure why somebody would have added this mark to a very good knife, obviously made for American market with these interesting etched panels. Scabbard fits knife well with matching brass mounts to knife crossguard and pommel. Carved ebony grip is sound and solid with minor cosmetic blemishes. 51008-6 JS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2225

2226
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EXTREMELY FINE ANTEBELLUM BOWIE KNIFE “FOR THE GOLD SEARCHERS PROTECTION”.

Beautiful Sheffield Bowie measuring just over one foot, 7″ clip point blade with large decorated etched panel with central motif “FOR THE GOLD SEARCHERS PROTECTION”. Ricasso stamped “BEST / ENGLISH / CUTLERY”. Knife is like new with just minor storage staining and scuffing. CONDITION: Very fine. Blade retains most of its orig polish with areas of staining, 3″ unsharpened clip. Cutlery grip is excellent with matching silver/grey patina to crossguard and scabbard mounts. Accompanying scabbard is also very fine retaining much of its orig polished surface with about 80% gold embossing, better on reverse than obverse but cypher “OLD ZACK” easily seen both sides. Scabbard fits well, but is about 1″ longer than blade. 51008-8 JS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2226

2227
$1,150.00

MASSIVE SILVER AND WALRUS IVORY MOUNTED COFFIN HILT BOWIE KNIFE.

14″ overall with 10″ thick .4″ blade, 2-1/8″ wide, dbl-edged dagger. This is a difficult knife to date as to manufacture, but made in the style of the 1830’s though we feel this knife is much later and possibly recent. The use of walrus is unusual and normally not seen in American knives, except in California. 4″ German silver crossguard. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good overall. Blade is mottled grey “acid-etched” appearance, staining and pitting. Silver pins and banding are complete with resin repairs to ivory at top edge. “Certifiable walrus ivory” has distinct secondary dentin on one side of grip where silver escutcheon is slightly raised. 51008-9 JS (2,000-3,000) IVORY – Lot 2227

2228
$0.00
Revised: 9/14/2016

Please Note: Due to a typographical error, the estimate should be $3,000-$3,500.

THREE FINE ANTEBELLUM SHEFFIELD BOWIES WITH ORIGINAL SCABBARDS.

1) 13-3/4″ overall, 8-1/2″ dagger point blade, razor ground “JOSEPH ROGERS & SONS”, fine crown stag grip with German silver ferrule crossguard and pommel cap, matching German silver mounted scabbard. 2) 10-1/2″ overall, “G WOODHEAD / SHEFFIELD / WARRANTED”, fine etched panel “THE LAND OF THE FREE AND THE HOME OF THE BRAVE”. Orig scabbard with matching German silver mounts, polished bone grip. 3) 8-3/4″ overall, small dagger “MANSON / SHEFFIELD”, polished bone slab grips with matching German silver mounted scabbard. CONDITION: 1) Very good to fine overall. Blade has some orig luster, overall grey with scattered staining and pitting, makers mark is crisp, scabbard well fit with matching patina to scabbard mounts and knife. 2) Fine overall. Blade retains most of its orig luster with staining, etched panel deeply etched, 2 long hairlines on one side of grip. Orig scabbard is well fit with matching patina to mounts, body has several reductions and central bend. 3) Very good to fine overall. Blade is grey/bright with partially discernible etched blade “HUNTERS COMPANION”. Crack in one grip, scabbard well fit and fine with matching patina’s to German silver. 51008-3 JS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2228

2229
$287.50

TWO VICTORIAN SHEFFIELD BOWIE KNIVES.

1) 10-1/4″ overall, 6-1/4″ dagger pointed blade “U*S” and firm mark “EDWARD BARNES & SONS”. Bone slab grips with solder filled silver foil pommel and cross guard with vine patterns. 2) 9-1/2″ overall, 5″ clip point blade “SABRE” and maker marked “JH THOMPSON / SHEFFIELD”. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: 1) Very good overall, scabbard appears orig, well fit, missing frog button, matching patina. 2) Fine overall, added scabbard. Blade retains much orig polish. German silver crossguard and decorated ferrule, support carved “certified antique elephant” ivory grip well with large hairline. Below makers mark the word “ENGLAND” has been ground away. 51015-6 JS (500-1,000) IVORY – Lot 2229

2230
$0.00

EXCEPTIONALLY FINE WINCHESTER MODEL 1905 BAYONET.

“Winchester Repeating Arms Co.” commercially marked pattern 1905 bayonet. 16″ blade with deep blood grooves and 20-1/2″ overall. 2-pc walnut grip scales with traditional Krag-type locking device. PROVENANCE: The Jon Roark Collection. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall retaining most all of its armory bright polish. Very light spotting on protected areas and has not been reground or sharpened. Grip handles are excellent with no cleaning or distress. A superb example of a very difficult U.S. bayonet. 50387-24 TDW (500-700) – Lot 2230

2231
$3,450.00

HIGH GRADE PRESENTATION QUALITY CIVIL WAR STAFF OFFICER’S SWORD WITH SILVER GRIP AND RAISED RELIEF PATRIOTIC MOUNTINGS.

This sword was made by Emerson & Silver of Trenton, NJ, bearing their “Keystone” mark 31-3/4″ white etched blade retains much of its luster with intricate etched decoration, unusual spiral cut silver grip has alternating decorated and smooth rings. Hilt has American eagle on shield below stars with panoply of flags. Throat and top mount are embellished with “US” in wreath over American eagle over patriotic shield. PROVENANCE: Ex-Richard Johnson Collection; Pictured on pg 319 of “Civil War Army Swords” by John H. Thillmann. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Brass mounts, hilt and pommel retain 70-80% orig gold with balance brass/copper patina. German silver scabbard body is equally fine with old polish. Blade also very fine. 50626-1 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2231

2232
$0.00

GROUP OF SEVEN AMERICAN SWORDS AND CANE GUN.

This grouping has 5 fine examples of American cavalry sabers, dating from 1820 through WWI and Civil War Naval cutlass. 1) 1821 dated Nathan Starr saber with orig scabbard. 2) 1847 dated Ames heavy cavalry saber with original scabbard. 3) Blade is 1861 dated Ames Cavalry, though hilt is model 1850 foot officer’s which is an unusual combination but functional. 4) Regulation 1906 iron hilted U.S. cavalry saber, in original scabbard. 5) 1914 dated Patton cavalry saber in original scabbard. 6) 1862 dated Ames Naval cutlass. 7) Sword cane with 25-1/2″ colichemarde blade, 34″ overall, horn handle with silver colored ferrule with owners initials “JB”. Also included in this lot is a 35″ crown stag handled cane gun. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Generally Good to Very Good overall. 49973-239 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2232

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2233
$1,725.00

VERY FINE 18TH CENTURY BRITISH BASKET HILT SWORD.

This is a very fine “as found” two fullered basket hilt retaining chamois lining and a chamois sword knot. Circa 1750 cavalry back sword is not especially rare but is in exceptional condition, still retaining its original sharkskin grip and wire with a bright blade. This sword is similar to Scottish and British patterns seen in the various reference books on Revolutionary War era British swords. CONDITION: Fine overall. 31-1/2″ blade is unmarked, grey/bright overall with staining and light pitting. Hilt has iron patina and surface, cleaned with old, thin varnish layer also found on blade, dark iron patina internally. Sharkskin is dry with several chips, but almost totally intact with braided brass wire wrap. 50971-4 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2233

2234
$0.00

PAIR OF “AS FOUND” ORIGINAL 19TH CENTURY AMERICAN INDIAN DAG KNIVES.

These two early to mid-20th century have good patinas and the shorter has a partial makers mark in blade that is not discernible. This pattern is highly reproduced, but this pair appear orig. Shorter knife attached with iron pins, and the longer with brass. Blades are quite hefty with the shorter knife being .31″ thick at ricasso, 2-1/8″ wide and about 8″ long. The longer knife is 9-3/4″ long, .28″ thick at ricasso and 1-5/8″ wide. Longer of two knives has file branding and punch dot edge design. Smaller knife has file branding and flat copper wire added to grip. CONDITION: Good to very good overall. Both knives are sound and solid with lead reinforcement between blade and wood. Both knives show considerable filing and resharpening, staining and pitting, fairly heavy on longer knife which exhibits tag “Rare dag knife with hand forged blade from the South Dakota area 1820’s-1840’s”, partial makers mark in cartouche starts “JUN…”. Brass wire has mixed copper/brass patina and is loose from apparent shrinkage of wood. 51008-1 JS (6,000-8,000) – Lot 2234

2235
$1,150.00

GROUP OF 4 EDGED WEAPONS, INCLUDING RARE AMES MODEL 1841 NAVAL CUTLASS.

1) 1846 dated Ames Naval cutlass, marked on ricasso “US / N.P. AMES / CABOTVILLE”, opposite ricasso “US / 1846”. 2) 1841 dated Ames Model 1832 short artillery sword. “UNITED / STATES / 1841 / WS”, opposite ricasso stamped with “eagle” over “N.P. Ames / SPRINGFIELD”. 3) Civil War brass handled saber bayonet. 4) Marble’s Patented camp hatchet, dated “May 18 1898”. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Robert Ables, NYC, circa 1960. CONDITION: 1) Very good overall. 21″ blade has remnants of old plating as does hilt. Accompanying brass mounted scabbard is good, though leather is unsewn and quite weak near top mount with several reductions. 2) 19″ triple fullered blade is very good with staining and pitting and old sharpening. Accompanying brass mounted scabbard fits well with matching polished brass patina. 3) Very good overall. 23″ yatagan shaped blade. 4) Very good to fine as can be seen in photos. 50925-8 JS (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2235

2236
$2,587.50

18th CENTURY AMERICAN HALBERD TOMAHAWK.

Interesting presentation Halberd with great patina and markings, never sharpened with crisp sharp points, late 18th-early 19th century, forged steel head with curved front blade, etched on one side with a Federal-style shield and crossed arrows on the point above, the other side engraved “W.C.T. / To / G.W.M.” with a bow on the point, with a wooden haft, overall lg. 23-1/4″. Head measures 10″ x 8-1/2″. CONDITION: Very good, grey metal with iron patina, etched markings all discernible. Haft has hand worn patina. 50971-3 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2236

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2237
$0.00

SCARCE COLT MODEL 1848 BABY DRAGOON WITH 5″ BARREL.

SN 6973. Cal. 31. 5″ bbl brass cone shaped front sight, 2-line NY address on top of bbl. 5-shot cylinder with visible Indian fight scene and typical oval cylinder stops. Left side of frame marked “Colts Patent”. Brass trigger guard and butt with silver plating, 1-pc walnut grips with matching wedge. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl, cyl, frame, and hammer retaining pleasing cleaned finish. Cyl scene is approx 60-70% present with a couple of areas of pin-prick pitting. Back strap retains approx 60% orig silver, as does butt, trigger guard, front strap. Frame appears to have some low heat applied case colors. Mechanics are excellent. Bore is good with light staining and pitting. 49973-401 JSL89 (5,000-8,000) – Lot 2237

2238
$2,587.50

COLT MODEL 1848 BABY DRAGOON REVOLVER.

SN 8375. Cal. 31. 4″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. Silver plated backstrap and trigger guard. Varnished 1-pc walnut grip. Bbl shows 2-line New York bbl address, reading from right side. SN’s match on frame, bbl, wedge, arbor, trigger guard, backstrap, and cyl. Cyl is marked “Colts Patent” over the SN. Grips were not removed, but fit very well and appear orig. PROVENANCE: Collection of Daniel C. Scott. CONDITION: Very good for this model. Revolver is a smooth gray-brown patina overall, with some roughness on the bbl lug by wedge, and around recoil shield. Bbl address is sharp. SN’s are sharp. Colts Patent mark is sharp. Trigger guard and backstrap retain 90% silver plate. Cyl has clear Colts Patent and SN mark, but no cyl scene remains. Grips retain 20-30% of orig varnish finish, with a slight chip on left and right toe. A nice example of an early Colt Baby Dragoon revolver. 50709-13 TEP (3,500-5,000) – Lot 2238

2239
$3,162.50

FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT 2ND MODEL HARTFORD/LONDON DRAGOON REVOLVER.

SN 154. Cal. 44. 7-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. Walnut grips. Revolver is finely engraved on frame, trigger guard, bbl lug, and loading lever in the English style. SN matches on frame, trigger guard, arbor, wedge, bbl, cyl, and loading lever. Backstrap and grips are replacements and remain un-numbered. British proofs are present on the bbl lug and the cyl. New York bbl address on top of lug. PROVENANCE: Collection of Daniel C. Scott. CONDITION: Good. Revolver shows a gray-brown patina overall with some cleaning on the trigger guard. There are remnants on silver plate of protected are of the trigger guard. Engraving is worn but visible overall. Bore is dark. No cyl scene remains. A nice example of a partially restored Colt 2nd model dragoon revolver that evidently saw considerable use. 50709-16 TEP (4,000-8,000) – Lot 2239

2240
$3,737.50

FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT 2ND MODEL HARTFORD/LONDON DRAGOON REVOLVER.

SN 158. Cal. 44. 7-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. Silver plated brass trigger guard and backstrap. Revolver is engraved in the English style on frame, bbl lug, loading lever, hammer, and trigger guard. Backstrap is a replacement and bears the no. 7176. SN’s match on frame, bbl, wedge, arbor, trigger guard, and cyl. British proofs are present on bbl lug and cyl. PROVENANCE: Collection of Daniel C. Scott. CONDITION: Good to very good. Revolver shows an even gray-brown patina overall with some roughness towards muzzle. Bbl address is clear. Engraving is sharp on frame, with a clear Colts Patent engraved in a riband on left side. Bbl engraving is slightly washed out but visible. Trigger guard engraving is sharp. Trigger guard and backstrap show remnants of the silver plated finish. Grip is undersized and probably from another revolver. Chips are missing at the toe on both sides. SN is visible on the cyl. No cyl scene remains. A good example of an early Colt 2nd model Hartford/London dragoon revolver. 50709-17 TEP (4,000-8,000) – Lot 2240

2241
$9,200.00

LATE COLT 3RD MODEL DRAGOON WITH PERIOD HOLSTER.

SN 18786. Cal. 44. Standard configuration with 8″ bbl. 6-shot cylinder. Left side of frame marked “Colt’s Patent”. 1-pc walnut grips with added silver mounts. Brass backstrap and trigger guard, all matching numbers. Holster with flap. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Good. All steel parts have turned brown with scattered pin-prick erosion and handling marks. Front blade sight about half-height. No cylinder seen present. Left grip with repaired crack at frame and crescent moon silver mount. Right grip with silver star mounted. Front and back strap are in nice mustard yellow color with scattered light staining. Bore is fair with light pitting and rifling slightly worn. Mechanics are good. Holster is good with losses at muzzle. Drying and cracking throughout. Minor repair on flap. A neat outfit. 49973-103 JSL149 (7,500-8,500) – Lot 2241

2242
$2,875.00

EXTREMELY RARE AND DESIRABLE PAIR OF POMMEL HOLSTERS MADE FOR THE COLT WALKER REVOLVER BY J.C. SHACKLEFORD AND COMPANY CINCINNATI OHIO IN 1847.

SN NSN. These holsters are one of only 2-pair of this type holster known to collectors, the other pair being in the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City. Holsters are made from heavy harness leather with brass toe caps. Holsters have patent leather hoods with brown leather lining and yellow piping, designating Cavalry use. Holsters have a makers mark stamped on the body of each holster under the hoods. This exact pair of holsters were displayed by Dr. Joseph Murphy, along with Samuel Walker’s personal Walker colts. CONDITION: Very good considering their use. A portion of 1 hanging strap was restored by Daniel Cullity of Sandwich, Mass. The hoods are very delicate and have become somewhat detached. The leather finish is crazed on both hoods and holster body. Portions of some tie-down straps are missing. Makers marks are clear. The brass cap on the right holster has been shot through by a bullet, which must have been quite an experience for both horse and rider. A once in a lifetime opportunity for the collector of Walker Colts to add the only known example of these holsters in private hands to their collection. 50901-1 TEP (3,500-5,000) – Lot 2242

2243
$0.00

SCARCE DELUXE ENGRAVED COLT 1849 POCKET WITH CASE AND ACCESSORIES.

SN 94612. Cal. 31. 5″ oct bbl, brass cone front sight, bbl engraved in classic Gustave Young style and marked on top “SAML COLT”. All matching including wedge. Frame and hammer nicely scroll engraved, hammer with wolf’s head. Top of backstrap in shell pattern. Butt and trigger guard bow with scroll engraving. Five shot rnd cyl with stage coach hold up scene. 1-pc walnut grips. Backstrap and trigger guard with silver plating. Housed in an original Colt casing with red velvet interior with accessories including brass mold, American Eagle flask, percussion cap tin and cap, bullets. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Pistol is good, no factory original finish remains. Bbl with moderate soiling and couple areas of deep pitting, one at muzzle and one on top of bbl at legend. Frame is very good with scattered erosion. Cyl scene approximately 70% present. Cyl with pitting and impressions throughout. Trigger guard and backstrap with outstanding original silver perhaps as much as 85%. Mechanics are good. Bore is good with scattered pitting. Case is very good with light staining and soiling, accessories are good, compartment mostly intact and very good overall. Handsome gray ’49 that would make a great conversation piece. 49973-72 JSL134 (4,500-6,500) – Lot 2243

2244
$3,450.00

COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER CASED WITH ACCESSORIES.

SN 120006. Cal. 31. 5″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. 1-pc walnut grip in a Colt mahogany case with a bullet mold marked, “Colts Patent”, a small flask with an eagle embossed on both sides, a tin of Eley caps, and some lead balls. Revolver is of the small guard variety with 2-line bbl address and stagecoach cyl scene. Left side of frame is marked, “Colts Patent”. SN matches on frame, bbl, trigger guard, backstrap, cyl, and arbor. Wedge is numbered 20366. Grips were not removed, but appear to be orig in all respects. PROVENANCE: Collection of Daniel C. Scott. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl shows 20-30% blue finish, blending to a silver-gray patina with a few batter marks around the wedge. Bbl mark is sharp and clear. Rammer shows traces of case color. Frame is a silver-gray patina. Trigger guard and backstrap retain most of orig silver plating. Cyl shows a nearly complete scene with sharp Colt’s patent mark. 5 safety pins are intact. Grip retains nearly all of orig varnish finish with some small dents and scratches and a small chip missing from the heel of the right side. Case is very good with no breaks. Red felt lining is intact. Partitions are stable. Mold is a mustard patina with slight batter marks. Flask is a mustard patina with a few small dents. A very nice early Colt 1849 pocket revolver manufactured in 1856. 50709-18 TEP (3,000-4,500) – Lot 2244

2245
$1,725.00

COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER “WELLS FARGO” VARIATION WITH NO LOADING LEVER SHORT FRAME AND SMALL TRIGGER GUARD WITH OLD HOLSTER.

SN 59582. Cal. 31. 3″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. Brass mounted with 1-pc walnut grip. Bbl shows 2-line New York address. SN matches on the frame, bbl, trigger guard, backstrap, cyl, and wedge. Grips were not removed but appear orig. Holster is 2-loop Mexican style of a later vintage. CONDITION: Very good. Revolver shows a gray-brown patina overall with some battering on the bbl lug. Address is sharp. Wedge screw is missing. Cyl has been lightly cleaned and shows a considerable amount of the scene. Trigger guard backstrap retain 50-60% silver plate. Grips show considerable orig varnish finish with high point wear and slight battering on butt. Holster is very good with a slight tear to seam. A chance to obtain a scarce variation of a short frame Wells Fargo pocket 49 revolver. 50648-1 TEP (2,500-4,500) – Lot 2245

2246
$2,587.50

COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET MODEL REVOLVER.

SN 145467. Cal. 31 Perc. Usual configuration, blue and case colored, 6-shot, with 6″ oct bbl. It has brass trigger guard and backstrap with 1-pc walnut grips with 2-line New York address. This gun was made about 1859 just prior to the Civil War and guns with 6″ bbls were popular among officers both North and South. This gun has the initials of its owner “HCL” scratched into buttstrap. CONDITION: Fine overall. All matching, including the wedge. Bbl retains over 80% thinning blue finish. The loading assembly retains strong traces of original case color with balance silver/gray. The frame retains about 60% muted case colors with balance gray/silver with staining. The trigger guard and backstrap retain over 90% of their orig silver plate. The cylinder has been cleaned and exhibits gray/silver color with a couple of old nicks and dings and retains 95% original stagecoach hold-up scene. Grips have light edge wear with light handling and use marks and retain 90-95% strong bright original varnish. Bore and mechanics are excellent. 50971-2 TDW (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2246

2247
$1,437.50

COLT 1849 LONDON POCKET MODEL REVOLVER.

SN 1862. Cal. 31. 5″ oct bbl, British proof marks on left flat. Top flat is marked “ADDRESS.COL.COLT./LONDON.” 5 shot rnd cyl with stagecoach roll engraving and British proofs. Left side of frame has standard Colt’s patent marking. Silver finished, large trigger guard and backstrap, 1-pc walnut grip. Bbl, frame, grip straps, cyl, loading lever and wedge have matching numbers. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fair. Bbl and cyl retain 60% reblued finish becoming light in areas from polishing wiht sharp markings. Cyl retains 80% scene. Loading lever, frame and hammer show 80% restored case colors with overall gray tone. Grip straps show signs of cleaning and retain intermittent dark tarnish. Unsanded grips show spots of orig finish with added finish over handling marks and dents. Left grip is chipped at toe. Sound mechanics. Bore shows good rifling with dark appearance and some light pitting. 50582-52 DS (1,250-1,750) – Lot 2247

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2248
$0.00

COLT 1849 POCKET WITH 4″ MANHATTAN BARREL.

SN 122094. Cal. 31. 4″ bbl brass cone shaped front sight, 2-line address on top of bbl marked “Manhattan Firearms/Manufg. Co. New York”. 5-shot cylinder with visible stagecoach hold-up scene. Left side of frame marked “Colts Patent”. Brass trigger guard and butt with silver plating, 1-pc walnut grips. This gun likely started life as a 4″ Colt ’49 Pocket and at some point during its period of use the Manhattan bbl was added. We will never know why! PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl retains 20-30% orig finish. Cyl with 70-80% visible scene. Frame is mostly gray. Back strap retains a trace of orig silver as does butt, trigger guard, and front strap, which are mostly mustard colored. Grips are very good with numerous light marks and scratches and varnish added during period of use. Mechanics are very good. Bore is good with light staining and pitting. 49973-170 JSL88 (1,000-3,000) – Lot 2248

2249
$0.00

COLT 1849 POCKET MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 255926. Cal. 31. Oct bbl is shortened to 4″ length with reinstalled bead sight and has standard NY address. 6 shot rnd roll engraved cyl. Large brass trigger guard and backstrap. 1-pc walnut grip. Bbl, frame, grip straps, cyl, wedge and loading lever have matching numbers. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fair. Metal surfaces are cleaned with scattered light pitting and have gray coloration from touch-up finish. Brass grip straps have bright appearance from recent cleaning. Refinished grips show moderate wear and handling marks. Good mechanics. Bore shows good rifling with spots of pitting. 50582-54 (1,000-1,650) – Lot 2249

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2250
$1,150.00

COLT 1849 POCKET MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 130472. Cal. 31. 4″ oct bbl with standard NY address. 5 shot rnd cyl with stagecoach roll engraving. Small silver finished brass trigger guard and back strap. 1-pc walnut grip. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and cyl retain some fading blue, blending with patina and scattered very light pitting. Cyl scene is very good. Loading lever and frame retain traces of case colors, blending with gray, having spots of fine pitting. Grip straps retain 80% silver, having areas of dark tarnish. Orig grip finish shows spots of wear and handling marks. Sound mechanics. Bore has good rifling with small spots of pitting. 50582-55 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2250

2251
$805.00

COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER.

SN 200850. Cal. 31. 4″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. Brass backstrap and trigger guard. Varnished 1-pc walnut grip. CONDITION: Good. Revolver shows a smooth gray-brown finish overall, with a clear bbl address and Colt’s patent mark on left side of frame. Rammer screw has been replaced. SN’s match on frame, bbl, wedge, arbor, trigger guard, and backstrap. Grips were not removed, but appear orig and fit very well. Cyl is a silver-gray patina with clear Colt’s patent mark and SN. 20-30% of cyl scene remains intact. A good example of a post Civil War Colt Pocket made in 1867. 50385-4 TEP (800-1,200) – Lot 2251

2252
$1,380.00

PAIR OF COLT MODEL 1855 ROOT REVOLVERS.

SN 4375/7046L. 1) Cal. 28. 3-1/2″ oct bbl. Blue finish. 1-pc varnish walnut grip. Round cyl. Bbl shows 2-line Hartford address with pointing finger. SN is stamped on butt and on bottom of bbl. 2) Cal. 31. 3-1/2″ rnd bbl. Blue finish. Bbl shows 2-line New York address. SN is stamped on butt. Cyl is full fluted. 1-pc varnished walnut grip. SN stamped on butt and on bottom of bbl. CONDITION: 1) Very Good. Bbl retains traces of blue finish, blending with a silver gray patina, and some light pitting. Bbl address is sharp. Frame retains about 30% bright-blue finish with very little roughness. Cyl shows no scene and is lightly pitted overall. Hammer retains traces of case color finish. Grip is very good with high point wear. SN is sharp. 2) Very good. Bbl is a gray-brown patina overall. Frame retains 20% bright-blue, especially around hammer, with balance a plumb-brown patina. Cyl is a plumb-brown patina overall. Grips retain nearly all varnish finish with slight handling marks overall. Action needs repair. 51030-5 TEP (1,800-3,500) – Lot 2252

2253
$0.00

RARE AND HISTORICAL CIVIL WAR COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER SHIPPED TO CB COLTON, LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY, 1861.

SN 110,500. This is a classic Civil War sidearm used by both North and South, being the most popular sidearm amongst Confederate officers. This is a nice, honest, orig and complete example of an early 1861 New York addressed Colt Model 1851 Navy revolver made at the onset of the Civil War. Based on factory letter, this gun was shipped August 1861 to A. B. Semple & Sons, Louisville, KY and sold to C. B. Colton, “Collector of The Post” when war fervor was at its peak and Kentucky was in the middle of military action. Standard configuration, 7-1/2″ oct bbl. This is an interesting and aesthetically pleasing gun finished in military style without silver plating on brass or varnish on grips. It was 1 of 60 guns in shipment, no doubt some of these guns found their way into Confederate hands as Louisville had strong Confederate sympathies throughout the war. If the Union army had not occupied Kentucky so early, Kentucky would have been a Confederate state. Charles B. Colton (1832-1916) was from a famous family of cartographers. Colton maps of Louisville and its environs are known from the 1850’s through the Civil War. Colton and his brother during this period were publishing maps of the west. Could he have bought these guns for a militia company? Could he have bought these guns to arm his fellow cartographers while surveying in hostile territory? Why is this particular gun, with such a round SN – 110500 – be made in military style with oiled grips and no silver plating? More research may solve this mystery; but regardless, this is a fine example of an early wartime Colt navy revolver. CONDITION: Fine as professionally refinished. All matching SNs, including wedge and grips. Markings crisp, all easily read such as barrel address and patent markings. Cylinder has areas of staining and light pitting, 80-90% of the naval battle rolled scene can be seen. Screws are all sharp, several retaining traces of blue. Stocks appear oil finished, not varnished and have hand worn patina with edge wear and small cosmetic blemishes. Mechanically fine with crisp well discerned rifling in bore. The accompanying contemporary Colt box it is displayed in is very good. 50945-1 JS (5,000-7,000) – Lot 2253

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2254
$0.00

RARE EARLY TRANSITIONAL MODEL SQUAREBACK 1851 NAVY REVOLVER.

SN 923. Cal. 36. This is a scarce example of an early 3-digit Colt Percussion Navy revolver made in 1851, which theoretically by SN should be in 1st Model range, however this is a correct pure 2nd Model with 1-line New York address. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Good to very good overall condition with traces of original finish remaining. Serial numbers are all matching except cylinder which is numbered #823 rather than #923 (however we feel this is a factory error). Mechanically gun is functional with discernible rifling in bore. 49973-496 JS (5,000-7,000) – Lot 2254

2255
$3,450.00

COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER WITH “MAJ. H.D. BLASINGAME FIRST PENN. VOL. 1861” ENGRAVED ON BACKSTRAP CASED WITH ACCESSORIES.

SN 149810. Cal. 36. 7-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. 1-pc walnut grip. This gun presents an enigma to this cataloger. The SN falls in the range of a 4th Model Navy made in 1863 with New York bbl address and a capping groove in the middle of the recoil shield cutout. Trigger guard and backstrap, although numbered to the gun, are of the 3rd Model type with a small rnd guard, which was discontinued in the 85,000 SN range. The date of the inscription “1861” falls in the range of an early 4th model. The inscription is spurious. There is some evidence that these grip straps may have been fitted at a later date. The grips are not numbered and do not fit well on this revolver, but are definitely Colt grips. The only conclusion that can be made is that this revolver is a composite of parts from 2 different revolvers, assembled and numbered together, at a later date. SN dyes match on the frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. Case is made of mahogany with green velvet lining. Case contains a Navy bullet mold marked “Colt’s Patent”. A flask with a stand of flags, canon, an eagle motif embossed on both sides. A packet of combustible cartridges, a tin of Eley caps, and a Colt combination tool. PROVENANCE: Collection of Daniel C. Scott. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 60-70% blue finish with high point and muzzle wear and a sharp bbl address. Some battering about the wedge. SN’s match on frame, bbl, rammer, wedge, trigger guard, backstrap, and cyl. Frame retains 50% vivid case color, as does the hammer in protected areas. Cyl shows 50% blue with a nearly complete cyl scene. Safety pins are intact on cyl. Trigger guard and backstrap retain nearly all of silver finish. Grips show nearly all varnish finish, with some dents and high point wear. Grips have a crack at top corner on both sides, which have been repaired. Case is very good with a small crack on top. Partitions are intact. Lining is good. Bullet mold shows 20% blue with clear markings. Flask is dark mustard-brown patina, with sharp embossing and few dents. Cartridge pack and cap tin are intact. Key is present. 50709-19 TEP (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2255

2256
$0.00

RARE COLT ENIGMA 1851 NAVY REVOLVER FINISHED IN THE WHITE.

SN 91. Cal. 36. Usual configuration with 7-1/2″ bbl, brass cone front sight. “New York, U.S. America” bbl address, stamped SN “25” on bottom, loading lever without SN. Frame marked SN 91. Trigger marked 77307 on the butt. Cylinder marked no 56. Cylinder with Ormsby naval battle scene. Left side of frame with intriguing “Colt’s Patent US” marking, 1-pc walnut grips with inspector mark “K” on left grip at butt. These extremely unusual revolvers are discussed in detail on pages 93-97 of Nathan L. Swayze Landmark Book “’51 Colt Navies”. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl, frame and cylinder do not appear to have ever been finished and left the factory in the white and are now excellent, with scattered minor staining and a couple of light handling marks. Loading lever is excellent. Cylinder with approx 70% visible scene. Grips are excellent with minor handling marks and minute grain separation at butt of right grip. Back strap and trigger guard are very good with minor handling marks and light scratches. According to Swayze’s book, there are approx 100 made in this configuration. It is an exceedingly rare variation that every collector of the Colt 51 Navy should have in their collection. 49973-81 JSL85 (3,500-5,500) – Lot 2256

2257
$3,450.00

COLT LONDON MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER.

SN 40351. Cal. 36. 7-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. Iron trigger guard and backstrap. Varnished 1-pc American walnut grip. Bbl shows a 1-line Colt London address with British proofs on left side of lug. Frame shows Colt’s Patent on left side. SNs match on frame, trigger guard, backstrap, arbor, bbl, wedge, and cyl. Grip was not removed, but appears orig in all respects. Cyl shows British proof marks. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl retains 20% bright blue, especially towards breach end, with the balance turning smooth gray-brown patina. Bbl address is sharp. Rammer shows traces of case color. Frame retains 60-70% case color finish. Screws show fire-blue finish. All markings are sharp. Iron, trigger guard, and backstrap retain 20% blue in protected areas. Cyl is a silver-gray patina overall, with some traces of blue finish. Cyl scene is very good. Safety pins are present, but somewhat battered. Grip is fine with nearly all of orig varnish finish, slight handling marks, and high point wear. Action will not stay on half cock. Can be repaired. A fine example of an iron mounted London Navy that could have seen service in the Crimean War. 50372-1 TEP (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2257

2258
$0.00

COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY CARTRIDGE CONVERSION REVOLVER U.S. NAVY ISSUE.

SN 89875. Cal. 38CF. 7-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. Iron trigger guard and backstrap. Bbl shows 1-line Hartford address. Bottom of bbl shows “R.W.M.” with an anchor. SN’s match on frame, bbl, trigger guard, and backstrap. Cyl is no. 9320. Frame shows Colts Patent over U.S. and 2-line patent date to the rear. Right side of frame is stamped “EC”. Butt of backstrap is stamped “NS”. Cyl is stamped “P” over “GG”. This revolver was first issued to the Navy in the mid 1850’s and was returned to the factory for conversion after the Civil War. PROVENANCE: Collection of Daniel C. Scott. CONDITION: Good to very good. Revolver is a gray-brown patina overall, with sharp bbl marks, sharp patent marks on frame, and sharp inspector marks. Trigger guard bow has been slightly rounded. Backstrap has a crack on left side by hammer and has been repaired at the heel. Cyl does not rotate. Action is jammed. A good example of a Colt Navy revolver that saw service before and after the Civil War. 50709-9 TEP (2,000-3,500) – Lot 2258

2259
$0.00

SCARCE COLT 1851 NAVY CUT FOR SHOULDER STOCK.

SN 18989. Cal. 36. Standard configuration, 7-1/2″ bbl, 6-shot cylinder, near full-length loading lever, top of bbl marked “Address SamL. Colt New York City”. 4-screw frame marked on front of left side “Colt’s Patent”, 1-pc walnut grip, brass trigger guard and backstrap. Matching SNs throughout. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Fair overall retaining no orig finish to metal surfaces. Front sight has thinned. All metal surfaces with minute pinprick pitting and minor staining. No cylinder scene is present. Grips are good, minor losses at toe. Scattered handling marks and scratches throughout. Mechanics are good. Bore is fair though rifling appears strong. 49973-136 JSL (1,800-3,800) – Lot 2259

2260
$920.00

SCARCE COLT 1851 LONDON NAVY.

SN 110614. Cal. 36. 7-1/2″ octagon bbl, brass cone front sight with London “Broken O” bbl address – unusual variation. 6-shot cylinder with remnants of Ormsby Naval battle scene. 3-screw frame not cut for shoulder stock. Left side of frame marked “Colts Patent”, 1-pc walnut grip. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Good. All metal surfaces have a clean appearance. Cylinder scene is gone. Matching SNs. Grips are good with scattered handling marks and minor losses at toe. Mechanics are good as is bore with scattered pitting and staining. 49973-82 JSL96 (1,200-3,200) – Lot 2260

2261
$805.00

SCARCE LONDON 1851 NAVY WITH IRON GUARD.

SN 2173. Cal. 36. 7-1/2″ bbl, brass cone front sight, marked on top “ADDRESS COL. COLT. LONDON”. Left side of bbl with provisional proofs, left side of frame marked “COLT’S PATENT”. Six shot rnd cyl with Ormsby Naval battle scene and provisional proofs. Large guard, iron straps. 1-pc walnut grips. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Good, metal surfaces with scattered staining and minor salt and pepper pitting throughout. Approximately 30% cyl scene remains. Backstrap and trigger guard have turned dark, grips are very good though slightly under-sized with scattered handling marks and minor impressions. Mechanics are good. Bore is very good with scattered light pits. 49973-83 JSL126 (1,000-3,000) – Lot 2261

2262
$747.50

COLT 4TH MODEL NAVY REVOLVER.

SN 192624. Cal. 36. 7-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. 1-pc walnut grip. 1-line New York address on top of bbl. Frame shows no marking. Cyl shows no marking. SN matches on frame, trigger guard, and bbl. Backstrap is an unmarked replacement. Grip is a replacement. CONDITION: Fair. Revolver has been cleaned overall to a silver-gray finish. Front sight is replacement. Frame has been polished. Cyl has been polished. Trigger guard and backstrap have been polished. Grip shows a varnish finish. Action does not rotate the cyl. A representative example of a Navy revolver. 50988-1 TEP (500-700) – Lot 2262

2263
$747.50

COLT 1851 NAVY 4TH MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 200199. Cal. 36. 7-1/2″ oct bbl, with NY address. 6 shot rnd cyl, large brass trigger guard and backstrap, 1-pc walnut grip. Bbl, frame, grip straps and wedge have matching numbers. Loading lever has non-matching number 4272. Cyl retains no visible number. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fair. Exterior metal surfaces have overall dark heavy patina with scattered pitting. Bore has dark frosted appearance. Undersized grips show heavy wear with wood loss at butt. Brass grip straps have a mottled patina. Front trigger guard screw is replacement. Functioning action exhibits some looseness. 50582-71 DS (300-500) – Lot 2263

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2264
$0.00

COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY CONVERSION REVOLVER.

SN 2678. Cal. 38. This fine original, complete and authentic example of one of 3800 mid 1870 produced cartridge conversions which utilize existing model 1851 parts. This particular example is made in original rimfire, has great aesthetics with crisp markings. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Gun overall is gray/plum with traces of original finish found in protected areas. Scattered areas of pitting especially at muzzle, back of bbl lug and face of cylinder. Cylinder scene is about 80% visible. Grips are well fit, retaining most of their bright factory varnish with edge wear. Mechanically gun functions well with crisp discernible bore. 49973-167 JS (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2264

2265
$1,035.00

COLT 1861 NAVY MARTIALLY MARKED PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 20801. Cal. 36. 7-1/2″ rnd bbl, with NY address. 6 shot rnd cyl, brass grip straps, 1-pc walnut grip. Right side of grip is stamped “1903” above clearly visible military cartouche. Left side of grip at butt has “RAC” inspector mark followed by hand scratched initials “EYD”. Bbl, frame, grip straps, cyl and wedge have matching numbers. Loading lever is an unnumbered replacement. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Poor. Metal has dark patina with weak but partially legible markings. Replacement loading lever retains 40% case colored finish. Sanded and undersized grips have dark appearance with heavy wear. Some grip frame and action screws are replacements. Cyl is not rotating when action is cycled. Dark pitted bore. 50582-69 DS (500-800) – Lot 2265

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2266
$1,150.00

COLT 1851 NAVY 4TH MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 104108. Cal. 36. 7-1/2″ oct bbl, with standard NY address. 6 shot rnd roll engraved cyl, silver finished large brass trigger guard and backstrap, 1-pc walnut grip. Bbl, frame, grip straps, cyl and wedge have matching numbers. Loading lever is unmarked and appears to be a replacement. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fair. Metal surfaces are cleaned with scattered very light pitting. Cyl retains 80% scene. Grip straps show 70% silver finish with spots of dark tarnish. Unsanded grips show moderate wear and handling marks. Last cocking notch on hammer is not holding. Dark bore showing light pitting. 50582-56 DS (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2266

2267
$0.00

COLT 1850 NAVY BREVETE.

SN 40430. Cal. 36. 7-1/2″ octagon bbl with cone shaped brass front sight. Top of bbl marked Address “Col. Saml Colt New York U.S. America”. Frame has “Colts Patent” stamped on left side and 3-screw variation. 6-shot cylinder with unusual naval battle scene. Iron, trigger guard and back strap, 1-pc walnut grips. Wedge is un-numbered. Left side of bbl with indiscernible proof marks. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Good. Bbl retains approx 30% nickel plating with scattered corrosion and pin-prick pitting. Cyl retains most of its scene with scattered losses and pin-prick pitting. Frame, back strap and trigger guard are good with light salt and pepper pitting throughout. Grips are good with slight rounding and minor repair on left grip at toe. Mechanics need slight adjustment. Bore is fair with light pitting. 49973-84 JSL95 (800-1,800) – Lot 2267

2268
$2,300.00

COLT MODEL 1861 NAVY CARTRIDGE REVOLVER U.S. ISSUE.

SN 2982. Cal. 38CF. 7-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. 1-pc walnut grip. SN’s match on frame, bbl, trigger guard, backstrap, and cyl. Cyl is numbered on rear face. New York bbl address 2-line patent mark on left side frame. Naval inspection mark on bottom of bbl, “R.W.M.” followed by an anchor. These revolvers were manufactured as cartridge revolvers using some leftover parts from percussion revolvers. PROVENANCE: Collection of Daniel C. Scott. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and ejector housing have a silver-gray patina overall with sharp bbl address and some roughness towards the muzzle. Frame retains generous traces of orig case color. Hammer also shows traces of case color. Cyl has a nearly complete roll-die scene. Trigger guard and backstrap have a mustard patina that has been lightly cleaned, butt shows some battering. Grips show an old re-varnish finish. Action functions. A nice example of a Colt cartridge revolver made for the US Navy in the early 1870’s, that were serial numbered in their own range. 50709-10 TEP (2,500-4,000) – Lot 2268

2269
$2,587.50

SCARCE COLT 1861 NAVY REVOLVER U.S. ISSUE.

SN 10221. Cal. 36. 7-1/2″ rnd bbl with blade front sight, six shot rnd cyl with Ormsby Naval battle scene. Top of bbl with standard NEW YORK-AMERICA address. Left side of frame marked “COLT’S PATENT”. Brass trigger guard and backstrap. 1-pc walnut grips. All matching except wedge, inspectors marks at wedge, trigger guard and cyl. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Good, all metal surfaces with light staining and just beginnings of scattered pin prick erosion. Cyl scene is approximately 30% visible. Grips are very good with great fit and scattered handling marks. Mechanics very good. Bore is very good with scattered light pitting. 49973-214 JSL127 (2,200-4,200) – Lot 2269

2270
$1,150.00

COLT 1861 NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 2548. Cal. 36. 7-1/2″ rnd bbl with NY address. 6 shot rnd roll engraved cyl, brass grip straps, 1-pc walnut grip. Bbl, frame, grip straps, cyl and wedge have matching numbers. Loading lever is unmarked. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fair. Metal has cleaned gray appearance, showing scattered spots of light pitting. Cyl retains 30% lightly visible scene. Sanded and refinished grips have heavy dents at butt with plastic wood repair along right side of frame and trigger guard. Action functions properly. Bore shows intact rifling, having general dark appearance and areas of pitting. 50582-70 DS (750-1,250) – Lot 2270

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2271
$0.00

COLT 1865 POCKET NAVY IN FINE CONDITION.

SN 11529. Cal. 36. 5-1/2″ octagon bbl with cone shaped brass front bead. 1-line New York U.S. Address. 5-shot rebated cylinder with stagecoach hold-up scene. Frame marked “Colts Patent” on left side and .36 cal. on shoulder of left trigger guard. 1-pc walnut grips, brass back strap. All matching including wedge. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbl retains 75-80% high polished blue finish with orig blue present in bore indicating this as a very lightly used gun. There is a small area of flaking on left side which extends to right side. Loading lever contains 30-40% orig case color. Cyl retains 70-80% orig scene with minor bumps throughout. Frame retains 20-30% orig case color as does hammer. Traces of silver can be found on trigger guard and back strap. Safety pins have been smashed. Mechanics are excellent. Bore as noted. 49973-211 JSL99 (3,500-5,500) – Lot 2271

2272
$2,300.00

COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER U.S. ISSUE.

SN 11637. Cal. 44. 8″ bbl. Blue and case color finish with 1-pc walnut grip. Bbl shows 1-line New York address on top. German and silver blade front-sight. Gain twist rifling. Left breech of bbl shows inspector initial “T”. Right breech of bbl shows inspector initial “L”. Frame is of the 4-screw variety with stock bolsters attached and shows Colt’s patent mark on forward left side. Trigger guard and apron of backstrap shows “T” proof. Cyl has Colt’s patent mark with naval cyl scene. Cyl shows “T” proof and “L” proof marks. Grip has “JT” cartouche on lower left side. Butt of grip shows “T” proof. SNs match on frame, bbl, trigger guard, backstrap, cyl, arbor, and grip. Wedge is numbered 1663. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 40% bright-blue finish overall, that has drifted to a plumb-brown patina with some scratches along the top side of bbl. Bbl address is sharp. Sight is very good. Bore is bright with sharp rifling and some stains. Frame retains 40-50% orig case color with clear patent mark. Frame screws contain a considerable amount of blue finish. Trigger guard has a mustard-brown patina with clear markings. Backstrap retains traces of blue finish in protected areas with sharp markings. Cyl retains 20-30% blue finish and 80% cyl scene that has been battered somewhat. Engaged mark is clear. Cyl no. and inspector marks are sharp. Grip is very good with a readable cartouche and SN. Grips show handling marks overall with a small chip missing from right toe. Grips have a coat of varnish applied. 51028-16 TEP (5,000-7,500) – Lot 2272

2273
$0.00

SCARCE MARTIALLY MARKED COLT 1860 ARMY WITH LANYARD RING.

SN 98756. Cal. 44. 8″ bbl with German silver front-sight and 1-line US America Address. Frame has “Colts Patent” stamped on left side and 3-screw variation. 6-shot rebated cylinder with Ormsby naval battle scene. Brass front strap and trigger guard, iron back strap, and 1-pc walnut grip. Scarce lanyard ring in grips with factory cutout. Right and left grip with cartouches and left grip stamped “64”. Wedge is mismatched by approx 1,300 numbers. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl is approx 10% blue, mostly in protected areas. Front sight slightly worn. Cylinder scene is approx 70-80% present. Cylinder is mostly brown. Frame retains approx 40% rainbow case color. Grips are sound and retain most of their orig varnish. Cartouches rate good though they have thinned. Mechanics are very good. Bore is good with light staining and pitting. 49973-109 JSL93 (4,500-6,500) – Lot 2273

2274
$4,600.00

FINE COLT MODEL 1860 PERCUSSION ARMY REVOLVER WITH CHECKERED IVORY GRIPS AND TOOLED “SLIM JIM” HOLSTER.

SN 184715. Cal. 44. Fine example of the popular Colt percussion Army revolver with beautiful well aged factory checkered Ivory grips and California style tooled “Slim Jim” holster. This gun retains much of its original finish and presents beautifully in its well fit holster. This particular gun was made in 1869 and shows honest use and good overall aesthetics. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very Good. Bbl retains about 20% bright blue finish especially in protected areas, bbl address is crisp, balance gray with areas of pitting and small blemishes. Cylinder has strong traces of finish in rebated area with good rolled Naval battle cylinder scene. Frame has crisp “COLT’S PATENT” marking on left side retaining about 50% muted case colors with balance silver/gray. Mechanically gun functions well with bright crisp bore. Missing one frame screw. Original Colt “certifiable antique elephant ivory” grips are well fit and quite worn with good patina. Accompanying holster is sound, solid and supple with crazing and wear at ear holding trigger bow, belt loop is sound and solid. 49973-112, 49973-272, JS (4,000-6,000) IVORY – Lot 2274

2275
$5,175.00

VERY FINE EARLY 4-SCREW MARTIAL COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER WITH ISSUE HOLSTER.

SN 24081. Cal. 44. 8″ bbl with German silver front-sight. 1-line New York bbl address. 6-shot cyl with rolled Ormsby naval battle scene. Gun conforms to other early first year manufacture with frame with “COLTS PATENT” stamped on left side and 4-screw variation for detachable shoulder stock. Brass front strap and trigger guard, iron backstrap, and 1-pc walnut grip. Gun is all matching with SNs found on each part normally numbered with very good inspector’s cartouche on left stock, strong traces of finish, tight action with crisp bore. This is a fine example of an early Civil War 4-screw Army that are becoming difficult to find. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Traces of blue in protected areas with balance smooth, plum/grey. Cyl scene is mostly discernible. SNs all crisp and well struck. Frame retains strong areas of muted case colors. Stocks are crisp, well fit with good inspector’s cartouche as can be seen in photos. Mechanically gun is fine with crisp shiny bore. Holster is sound and supple and a well made variant of the normal issue holster that fits the gun perfectly. The belt loop is a newer, professional restoration, sewn through the orig stitch holes. 50756-1 JS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2275

2276
$4,025.00

RARE AND UNUSUAL POSSIBLE COLT PROTOTYPE OF MODEL 1860 ARMY WITH BACKSTRAP SPUR AND FACTORY IVORY GRIPS.

SN 26237. Cal. 44. Most unusual gun with backstrap spur professionally and very likely Colt factory addition as fit and patina match so well. Gun appears all matching and original with odd cryptic mark adjacent to SNs of unknown meaning, there are also additional small assembly numbers on backstrap not normally seen. This is a most interesting Colt variant that you will probably never see again. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good overall. Gun appears to have had a special polish before bluing as cylinder lacks its rolled scene and only patent marks are easily discerned. Gun is overall plum/gray with traces of blue finish in protected areas of bbl and cylinder. Frame appears gray, almost white with traces apparent case color. Backstrap retains traces of blue color in protected areas with balanced plum/gray. “Certifiable antique elephant ivory” grips have inked last 4 digits of SN “6237” in backstrap channel and fit extremely well and tight. Wedge appears original with factory misstruck digit reading the last 4 digits of SN “6337”. Mechanically gun is sound with crisp discernible bore. 49973-108 JS (3,500-5,500) IVORY – Lot 2276

2277
$9,200.00

HISTORIC MARTIAL COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER WITH INSCRIBED GRIPS.

SN 70317. Cal. 44. Blue and color case hardened with 8″ bbl. The brass trigger guard & iron backstrap contain a 1-pc walnut grip and has small martial inspector marks on cyl, backstrap and trigger guard. Frame is 3-screw style with flathead hammer screw cut for stock. Right side of grip is carved “Bill Milligan / 1859”. Left side is carved “CV KY”. SNs match on bbl, frame, trigger guard, cyl and backstrap. William Milligan enlisted in the 2nd Kentucky Union Cavalry, Company “B” 14th Corps McCook’s 2nd division Army of the Cumberland in August of 1861. He was promoted to Sgt. on March 1st 1863 and was mustered out of service on September 26th, 1864 at the expiration of his term of service. The 2nd Kentucky saw service in Georgia, breaking up the railroad lines. After the war, a William Milligan is noted as having enlisted in Company H 7th Cavalry at Philadelphia on August 17, 1866. In July 1867, he deserted, was apprehended and confined at Ft. Sedgewick, Colorado Territory on July 17 and spent the next several months in the guardhouse and was returned to duty in March 1868. Apparently Milligan stayed with the 7th Cavalry and was killed in action at the Battle of the Washita on November 27, 1868. Milligan is listed by name in Custer’s after action report of the battle as having been killed in the battle and when his body was recovered, he had been scalped was severely mutilated and with a shot in the head. Also accompanying is a Colt Factory letter which identifies this revolver in Cal. 44 with bbl length and the type of stocks not listed, finish blue/brass and shipped to Major J. D. Callender at the St. Louis Arsenal, St. Louis, MO on Oct 24, 1862 in a shipment of 1,000 guns. PROVENANCE: Accompanied by a Colt Historian letter signed by M.S. Huber, confirming shipment to the United States Government St. Louis Arsenal on Oct 24th , 1862, in a shipment of 1000 revolvers. Also included are Military records and muster rolls for Sgt. Milligan. CONDITION: Good. Bbl shows a plum/brown patina overall with muzzle wear and numerous dents and scratches. Bbl address is legible. Bore is dark with visible rifling. SN is battered. Cyl shows a plum/brown patina with numerous scratches and dents, cyl scene is not visible, Colt’s patent and SN is legible. Frame retains an even plum/brown patina overall with some minor dents. Trigger guard has been cleaned and shows a sharp “H” inspector mark behind the trigger guard. Backstrap is plum/brown patina with a clear “K” inspector mark behind hammer. Grips are good with minor losses at the toe, considerable high point wear and battering on the butt end. Inscriptions on both grips are legible in good light. An opportunity to purchase a historic piece of American Civil War history. 49497-2 (3,500-5,500) – Lot 2277

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2278
$0.00

COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER U.S. ISSUE.

SN 93684. Cal. 44. 8″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. Brass trigger guard and iron backstrap. 1-pc walnut grip. This is a U.S. Martial revolver made in 1863 at the height of the Civil War. The revolver has a 3-screw frame and is cut for a shoulder stock. Military inspector marks, “C” and “T” appear on bbl lug, inspector mark “W” appears behind trigger guard and behind hammer, and inspector marks “L” and “D” appear on cyl. Grips have been cleaned and varnished and show no visible cartouche. PROVENANCE: Collection of Daniel C. Scott. CONDITION: Bbl retains considerable blue in protected areas around the wedge turning to a silver-gray patina with some roughness and stain toward the muzzle. Traces of case color appear on the rammer. Frame shows a generous amount of case coloring on both sides. Hammer shows remnants of case color. Brass trigger guard has been lightly cleaned. Backstrap is an even gray-brown patina, with traces of blue behind hammer. A nice example of a Civil War vintage Colt 1860 Army revolver, that definitely saw service in the War between the States. 50709-12 TEP (2,500-3,500) – Lot 2278

2279
$0.00
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Please Note: This Colt conversion is actually centerfire, not rimfire.

VERY RARE EARLY COLT 12-STOP RICHARDS CONVERSION 1860 ARMY REVOLVER.

SN 141. Cal. 44 RF. Rarely seen 12-stop Richards conversion that appears original and authentic. Interesting to note the extra 6-stops each have cut into chambers which in cartridge gun would not have been a problem. Conversion breech plate and loading gate have assembly number “163”. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Overall very good with traces of finish in protected areas. Iron overall gray/brown with scattered small dents and dings. Matching SNs are found on bbl, frame, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder and grips. Brass trigger guard has traces of original tarnished silver with shiny brass patina. Grips are well worn with chips in each corner of toes. Mechanically gun is frozen and will not cock or turn, bore has well discerned pitted rifling. 49973-144 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2279

2280
$0.00

MODEL 1860 COLT ARMY REVOLVER CONVERTED TO FIRE “LIP-FIRE” CARTRIDGE.

SN 189226. Cal. 44. Very rare possibly one-of-a-kind “Lip-Fire” conversion of late production Colt percussion Army revolver with original ivory grips, converted to cartridge with what appears to be Richards ejector SNd “800”, however there are no other Richards numbers present on gun and other SNs are from original percussion revolver which are all matching including ivory grips. Cylinder is of unknown manufacture with no markings. Cylinder stops have no approaches and are crudely cut, not milled. This is an interesting apparent blacksmith or gunsmith attempt for the “Lip-Fire” cartridge which appears original to the time of manufacture with 8″ bbl. PROVENANCE: TThe Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good overall. Retaining about 70% nickel plating. “Certifiable antique elephant ivory” grips are well fit with a small chipped inner toe on right side. Mechanically gun functions well with worn bore with discernible rifling. 49973-140 JS (3,000-4,000) IVORY – Lot 2280

2281
$2,587.50

COLT MODEL 1860 RICHARDS CONVERSION REVOLVER.

SN 3508. Cal. 44CF. 8″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. Brass trigger guard. Iron backstrap. 1-pc walnut grip. This revolver is a standard Richard conversion with a 1-line New York bbl address. SNs match on frame, bbl, trigger guard, and backstrap. Cyls also numbered to match the gun. “44CAL” is stamped on left rear bow of trigger guard. No military proofs are apparent, although grip shows remnants of an acceptance cartouche and is probably from another revolver. PROVENANCE: Collection of Daniel C. Scott. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl is a gray-brown patina overall, with a sharp bbl mark and some staining overall. Some blue is evident in protected areas. Frame is a silver-gray patina overall, with a hint of case color in protected areas. Cyl is gray-brown patina with traces of blue on the rear portion. Marking is sharp and cyl scene is nearly complete. Hammer shows traces of orig case color. Trigger guard has been lightly cleaned with traces of silver in protected areas. Backstrap is gray-brown patina with some blue remaining on the apron. Grips are very good, but are definitely from another revolver. A chance to obtain a nice Richards conversion that was sold on the civilian market right after the Civil War, and was used in the taming of the West. 50709-11 TEP (2,500-4,000) – Lot 2281

2282
$0.00

LOT OF SEVEN POWDER FLASKS AND TWO CAPPERS.

1) Colt flask for Model 1860 Army revolver with Stand of Flags and Cannon motif. Flask is marked “Colt’s Patent” below crossed rifles and revolvers. Motif shows a standard flag with a cannon motif in front, anchors on the side, and a short sword in the foreground. Top of flask is unmarked. 2) “Peace” flask made by the American flask and Cap Company for the Colt Dragoon revolver and U.S. Longarms. Flask has motif on both sides. Motif has Eagle above a circle of stars in the center of which is a clasping hand design. Bottom of motif has “U.S.” in a shield in front of a panoply of arms. Flask has an adjustable charger spout. Top of flask is marked “AM. Flask & Co.”. Flask has 2 ring-hangers on either side. 3) Peace flask made by N.P. Ames of Chicopee Falls, Mass. Flask is very early production and has the remnants of the date “183x”. Flask has a motif embossed on each side. Top of motif is American Eagle and shield over a rnd circle of stars with a clasping hand design in center. Bottom of motif has “U.S.” in a shield in front of a panoply of arms. Flask has a “WS” inspector mark on the top side near the head of the Eagle. Flask is marked “N.P. Ames” on the cap. Flask has an adjustable charger. Flask has 2 triangular hangers. Flask has a leather collector’s tag with 1837 stamped. Flask is from the Period of the Seminole Wars and would have been issued with Colt Patterson Longarms. 4) Unmarked Navy style flask with Stand of Flag and Cannon motif on one side. Motif has crossed rifles and pistols at top with no Colt mark. Cap is unmarked. 5) Bag shaped flask made by Dixon & Sons in England. Flask is plain and has a ring-hanger at the bottom. Cap is gilt finish. Body of flask is marked “Made in England” over “Dixon & Sons”. Spout is marked “12”. 6) Unmarked fluted bag flask with adjustable charger. Body of flask is fluted overall, with a rolling border at the top. Charger spout is unmarked. 7) Leather bag shot pouch made by The American Flask & Cap Company. Body of flask is dark leather and is not marked. Shot measure is marked “AM. Flask & Cap Co.”. Flask charger is graduated for 1-1/4 or 1-1/2 ounce of shot and is adjustable. Charger has what appears to be an old nickel finish. 8) Unmarked brass capper. Capper has circular designs on both sides and a brass hanging chain. Capper has a steel spring. 9) Dixon & Sons brass capper. Capper has circular motif on both sides and is marked “Dixon & Sons” on the neck. There is an “L” stamped on front face below screw. Capper has ornate spring and a knurled screw. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: 1) Very good. Flask has a dark mustard patina overall with sharp motif, a few minor dents and intact seam. Spring is broken. Top of flask is dark mustard patina. 2) Very good to fine. Motifs are sharp on both sides. Flask shows an even uncleaned mustard patina with slight dents. Seam is intact. Top of charger is very good with operating spring. Cap is a deep mustard patina with traces of gilt finish. 3) Very fine for this vintage. Embossing is sharp on both sides, with some high point wear on the Eagle’s shield. Flask is a dark mustard patina overall. Darker on one side. Seam is intact. Hangers are good. Cap is very good. Lever operates, markings are clear with exception as noted. Cap is a deep mustard patina with traces of gilt. 4) Very good. Flask is a deep brown patina with a clear sharp motif that has traces of silver finish in the motif. Rear of flask is slightly dented. Seam is intact. Cap is very good with operating door. Cap is a mustard patina. 5) Very good to fine. Flask body is a deep copper patina overall. Seam is intact. Marking is clear. Cap operates and has a generous amount of gilt finish. 6) Very good. Flask body has a deep brown patina with verdigris stains in flutes. Some small dents, seam is intact. Cap is missing spring. Cap retains traces of gilt finish. 7) Very good. Bag has been slightly crushed. Seam is frayed. Screws are rusty. Charger spout is a dull gray patina with clear markings. 8) Very good. Capper is a mellow brass patina with very slight cases of gilt finish. 9) Very good. Capper has a dark mustard patina overall with traces of gilt finish in grooves. Marking is sharp. 49973-355 TEP (4,000-6,000) – Lot 2282

2283
$0.00

RARE CONSECUTIVE NUMBERED PAIR OF COLT MODEL 1862 POLICE PERCUSSION REVOLVERS.

SN 446/447. Cal. 36. Both pistols are nearly identical. Blue and color case hardened with half-fluted, rebated cylinders and silver plated steel trigger guards & backstraps which each contain a varnished 1-pc walnut grip matching numbered to their respective revolvers. SN 446 has a 6-1/2″ rnd bbl and number 447 has a 5-1/2″ rnd bbl, both with brass pin front sight and 1-line Hartford address. SN 446 has the matching number in a cyl flute without patent date marking. SN 447 has SN in a flute with patent marking in adjacent flute. There were about 28,200 of these fine revolvers produced 1861-1873. Very few are known with the steel trigger guard & backstrap. These little revolvers were manufactured in the first year of production of 1861 and undoubtedly would have seen service throughout the Civil War and later on the American frontier, well into the 1870’s before being supplanted by cartridge firearms. Such hard and continuous service usually under extreme and adverse conditions has left very few with orig finish. Surviving consecutive pairs are extremely rare. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Both revolvers are nearly identical condition, all matching including wedge, cyl and grip. 1) SN 446 fine. Bbl retains traces of orig blue being mostly a smooth blue/grey patina. Rammer pivot retains strong case colors, turned dark on the handle. Frame retains about 60% faded case colors, stronger on the left side, worn to silver on the recoil shields. Lockbolt screw is battered. Hammer retains bright case colors on the right side and rear edge, faded on left side and top edge. Cyl retains thin blue in the flutes being an overall grey patina. Trigger guard shows traces of orig silver, being mostly a grey patina. Backstrap retains about 10% silver with the balance a grey patina. Grip is sound showing moderate to heavy edge wear, light nicks & scratches and retains about 85% orig varnish. Mechanics are fine. Bright shiny bore with a couple of spots of pitting. 2) SN 447 fine. Bbl retains traces of orig blue being mostly a light brown patina with fine pitting on right side. Rammer pivot retains strong case colors. Frame shows faint case colors being mostly a grey patina. Trigger & lockbolt screws may be replacements. Cyl shows strong blue in 3 flutes and in the rebated area, being mostly a dark patina with some fine pinprick pitting in one area and has 3 of the 5 safety pins serviceable. Trigger guard is a grey/brown patina. Backstrap shows 10-15% silver plate mixed with dark patina with the balance a brown patina. Grip has a chipped right toe otherwise is sound showing moderate edge wear and retains 85% orig varnish. Mechanics are fine. Strong bright bore with moderate pitting. 49973-207, 49973-208, JR44 (6,000-10,000) – Lot 2283

2284
$1,380.00

COLT 1862 POLICE PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 30316. Cal. 36. Rnd bbl shortened to 4-1/2″, having reinstalled bead and standard NY address marking. 5 shot fluted rebated cyl. Brass grip straps, 1-pc walnut grip. Bbl, frame, grip straps and wedge have matching numbers. Cyl and loading lever have no visible numbers. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fair. Metal shows traces of orig finish, fading to even gray patina. Grip straps retain traces of silver finish in protected areas. Orig grip finish shows moderate wear with dents and chips near butt. Good mechanics. Bore shows good rifling. 50582-53 DS (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2284

2285
$0.00

COLT MODEL 1862 POCKET POLICE REVOLVER.

SN 2937. Cal. 36. 4-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish with silver plated backstrap and trigger guard. Bbl shows a 1-line New York address. Frame shows Colt patent stamped on left side. SN’s match on frame, bbl, wedge, trigger guard, backstrap, and arbor. Grips were not removed, but appear absolutely orig. PROVENANCE: Collection of Daniel C. Scott. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl retains 10-20% orig blue, blending with a plumb-brown patina. There is some slight roughness at the muzzle end. Bbl address is sharp. Frame retains 20% case color, with the balance turning a pleasing silver-gray. Trigger guard and backstrap retain 80% of orig silver finish. Cyl retains 10% blue in protected areas, with a sharp patent mark in the flute. 2 of the 5 safety pins are intact. Grips retain nearly all the orig varnish finish, with only slight high point wear and a few dents and scratches. The initial “W” is carved into the butt end of right grip. A very nice example of a Colt Pocket Police revolver made in the first year of production, 1861. 50709-14 TEP (2,500-4,000) – Lot 2285

2286
$4,600.00

FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1862 POLICE RICHARDS/MASON CONVERSION REVOLVER MCDOWELL TYPE 1-B 1-PIECE BURL WALNUT GRIP.

SN 31018E. Cal. 38 CF. 4 1/2″ bbl. Blue and case colored finish. 1-pc. burl walnut grip. Factory engraved in the open vine style with coverage on half of bbl mainly at lug and both sides of frame. Conversion ring shows a punch dot and walking line motif. Trigger guard and backstrap show light coverage with borders and scroll. Bbl has script addres “SAM’l COLT” surrounded by light scroll work. Bbl lug also shows some dental motif in style of C.F. Ulrich Jr. Ejector rod housing and ejector rod are missing. SN matches on bbl, frame, trigger guard, backstrap and cylinder. Wedge has no. 0096. “E” is stamped below SN indicating factory engraving. Last 4 digits of SN in grip channel. 1-pc burl walnut grip. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl is gray-brown patina overall with visible engraving and sharp Sam Colt mark engraved. Front sight is battered flat. Bore is dark with visible rifling. SN is clear. Frame has sharp engraving and a sharp Colt patent mark. Trigger guard and backstrap are a mellow mustard patina with sharp engraving. Cylinder is gray-brown patina with about 10% visible cylinder scene and readable SN. Chambers are dark. Grip is very good and retains 70% orig varnish finish with some staining, high point wear and mars and dents overall. A very colorful factory engraved Colt conversion with scarce bbl marking. 49973-233 TEP (2,500-3,500) – Lot 2286

2287
$805.00

COLT 1862 POCKET NAVY RICHARDS CARTRIDGE REVOLVER MCDOWELL TYPE 4 WITH ONE-PIECE WALNUT GRIP.

SN 3596. Cal. 38 RF. 3 1/2″ bbl. Full nickel finish. Varnished 1-pc walnut grip. Bbl has 2-line address with pin front sight. Bbl lug is “S” shaped and not filled. Frame shows 2-line patent mark at left front side. Trigger guard shows 36 cal. on left rear side. SN matches on bbl, frame, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder, and grip. Wedge is not numbered. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl retains 80% nickel finish with most of loss at muzzle and on right side of lug. Bbl address is sharp. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Frame retains 60% orig nickel with most of wear on right side. Trigger guard retains 5% nickel near trigger guard. Backstrap retains 5% nickel mostly at heel. Hammer is silver-gray patina. Trigger is plum-brown patina. Cylinder retains 80% nickel with sharp scene and clear Colt’s patent mark and SN. Grip is very good and retains 80% orig varnish with high point wear, scratches, and dents and 1 chip on upper right side. A nice hard to find Colt pocket Navy cartridge revolver. 49973-231 TEP (1,000-2,500) – Lot 2287

2288
$0.00

COLT MODEL 1862 POCKET NAVY RICHARDS CARTRIDGE REVOLVER MCDOWELL TYPE 2.

SN 19085. Cal. 38 RF. 4 1/2″ bbl. Full nickel finish with varnished walnut grip. Oct bbl has no provision for ejector rod and shows a 1-line New York address. Frame shows a 2-line patent mark at left front. 36 Cal. is stamped on left rear of trigger guard. SN matches on bbl, frame, trigger guard, backstrap, arbor, and grip. Wedge is no. 8002. Cylinder has been renumbered 9085 under 8912. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl retains 40% orig nickel with some dark staining and dents on top of either side of lug. Bbl address is clear. Front sight is good. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Frame retains 30% orig nickel finish, mostly on right side and in loading cut. Hammer retains traces of case color. Trigger retains miniscule traces of blue. Trigger guard has 10% nickel at forward end. Backstrap has 5% nickel mostly on butt. Cylinder is a silver-gray patina with traces of nickel at rear. Cylinder has 80% cylinder scene with good Colt’s patent mark and sharp SN stamp. Grip retains 60% varnish with numerous dents and scratches and high point wear. Grip at butt is slightly battered. A hard to find Pocket Navy cartridge revolver. 49973-230 TEP (1,000-2,000) – Lot 2288

2289
$9,775.00

COLT MODEL 1855 MILITARY RIFLE.

SN 2172. Cal. 56. 31-5/16″ bbl. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with carbine buttplate. Bbl has front-sight with base made to accommodate bayonet lug. 3-leaf rear-sight. Receiver has “Col. Colt Hartford CT. U.S.A.” marked in the top-strap. Left side of receiver is marked “Colts Patent over November 24, 1857”. SN is stamped on forward part of receiver behind loading lever mortise, on tang behind trigger guard, and on toe of buttplate. Lower tang mounts a sling swivel to the rear. Rear bbl band also mounts a swing swivel. Carbine buttplate with compartment. Ramrod mounted under bbl with extension in buttplate. Brass forend cap on fore-stock. 5-shot fluted cyl. “Patented September 10, 1850” marked in 1 flute of cyl. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl is a plumb-brown patina overall with some staining on top surface. Bbl bands also show a plumb-brown patina. Sights are good. Receiver shows generous traces of blue finish overall, especially in protected areas with the balance being plumb-brown, and some roughness on the top-strap by the vent and in front of the cyl. Hammer has a plumb-brown patina with traces of blue. Cyl has a heavy plumb-brown patina, some roughness, with a clear mark. Stocks are very good, full-sized, with handling marks overall. There is a half moon-shape gauge at left wrist. Forestock is very good with only slight handling marks and dents. Buttplate is a heavy brown patina, some roughness, with a clear serial mark stamped into toe. One of an estimated total production of 9,310 made circa 1856 to 1864. 51015-2 TEP (6,000-8,000) – Lot 2289

2290
$5,175.00

COLT MODEL 1855 REVOLVING RIFLE.

SN 1692. Cal. 56. 31″ oct-rnd bbl, 5-shot fluted cylinder with 3-leaf rear sight. CONDITION: Heavily restored, no markings are orig, including external SNs on tang, frame and trigger or Colt address on top strap, patent markings on cylinder and frame. Stocks are both restorations. Gun is totally refinished in blue and case colors; mechanically functional with discernible rifling in bore. Fit of bbl to frame is loose and wobbly. 50988-3 JS (2,000-4,000) – Lot 2290

2291
$0.00

COLT LIGHTNING SLIDE ACTION RIFLE – SMALL FRAME.

SN 2930. Cal. 22. 24″ oct bbl, open sights. Small frame receiver with dust cover. Walnut forend and straight grip stock. Hard rubber buttplate with Rampant Colt logo. CONDITION: Good plus. Barrel and receiver show some orig blue in protected areas w/balance fading to patina. Left side of receiver shows light cleaning. Buttstock is very good, shows minor handling marks commensurate to age. Buttplate in excellent. Sharp rifling, bore slightly dark. Mechanics good. Colt letter indicates the gun was shipped to William Lyman, the inventor of the famous Lyman gun sight, in Middlefield, Conn. 50935-2 (6,000-8,000) – Lot 2291

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2292
$2,587.50

COLT LIGHTNING SLIDE ACTION RIFLE – SMALL FRAME.

SN 11235. Cal. 22. 24″ oct bbl, Beeches fold down front sight, filler blank in rear dovetail, King folding tang peep sight. Checkered walnut forend and straight grip buttstock. Hard rubber buttplate with Rampant Colt logo. CONDITION: Very good plus. Barrel retains its orig blue with most areas toning to brown and thinning. Receiver has a high percentage of its orig high polish blue w/wear on high edges and bottom of receiver, clean screws. Wood exhibits areas of orig finish with some finish added. Numerous slight bruises from age. Buttplate excellent. Mechanics crisp. Bore bright but needs cleaning. 50507-15 TJW (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2292

2293
$0.00

VERY FINE REMINGTON MODEL 1875 SINGLE ACTION.

SN 13213. Cal. 44 WCF. 7-1/2″ bbl. Nickel finish. 2-pc walnut grips. Case colored hammer. With lanyard ring. Approximately 14,000 manufactured and this example has number 35 as an assembly number. CONDITION: Very good example, with an excellent bore and mechanics. Very nice 2-pc walnut grips with much orig varnish remaining. Exterior nickel finish has some loss in expected areas from holster and general use. A far better than average example. 50507-11 TDW (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2293

2294
$2,300.00

ENGRAVED REMINGTON NEW MODEL POLICE REVOLVER CARTRIDGE CONVERSION FULL NICKEL PLATE WITH TWO PIECE IVORY GRIPS.

SN 14938. Cal. 38RF. 4-1/2″ bbl. Full nickle finish with 2-pc ivory grips. Revolver is engraved on frame, cyl, and trigger guard bow, with a simple vine pattern in the New York style. Bbl shows correct 3-line Remington mark. SN is stamped on bottom flat of bbl. Assembly no. “8” is stamped on bottom flat of bbl and on bottom of cyl pin. SN is stamped on left side of grip strap under grip. Assembly no. “8” is to the rear. Rear face of cyl and conversion ring is stamped “1552”. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good, as re-nickled after conversion and engraving. Bbl address is sharp, but slightly polished. Front-sight is full-sized. Bore is frosty with visible rifling. Bbl retains 90% nickel finish. Frame retains 50-60% nickel finish overall. Engraving is sharp. Hammer and trigger both show generous traces of fire-blue finish. Cyl retains 80% somewhat dull nickle finish, with staining on the forward face and sharp engraving. Ivory grips are very good with no missing pieces. 83 is written in pencil on inside of right grip. A nice example of an engraved Remington New Model Police revolver, converted in the 1870’s. 51015-7 TEP (2,000-4,000) IVORY – Lot 2294

2295
$0.00

SUPERB LOT OF FIVE COLT DERINGERS AND CLOVERLEAF REVOLVERS.

1) COLT 3RD MDL DERINGER. SN 1082. Cal. 41 RF. Colt 3rd model Deringer with raised style frame. 2-1/2″ bbl with 2-pc walnut grips. Brass frame with blade front sight. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very good overall, with traces of silver wash finish on frame in protected areas. 2-pc walnut grips are good overall with one crack in right grip but suffering no material loss. Early raised frame with no markings other than SN under grip. Bbl has evidence of light corrosion and is now void of finish other than some light spotting. 2) COLT 3RD MDL DERINGER. SN 7612. Cal. 41 RF. Colt 3rd model Deringer. 2-1/2″ bbl. 2-pc walnut grips with silver plated finish. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very fine as refinished, with good mechanics and dark bore. Most all of the silver remains with slight tarnish and very slight finish loss at muzzle and underside of bbl. 3) COLT 3RD MDL DERINGER. SN 15286. Cal. 41 RF. Colt 3rd model Deringer with 2-12″ bbl, 2-pc walnut grips with nickel finish overall. Late variation with flat frame and marked “41 Cal” on left side of frame. Blade front sight with “COLT” on top of bbl. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with good bore and mechanics. Grips are very nice with no cracks, chips or material loss. Much nickel finish remains on frame and lesser amount on bbl. 4) COLT CLOVERLEAF. SN 578. Cal. 41 RF. Colt cloverleaf revolver with 3″ bbl and 2-pc select walnut grips. Blue bbl and cyl with silver washed frame over New York style engraving. Nitre blue hammer and spur trigger with proper ejector. 3 digit SN, 1st year manufacture 1871. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall, with much factory silver wash remaining on frame and most high polished blue on cyl. Bbl has blue in protected areas. Balance has turned plum. Select walnut grips are very fine with no cracks, chips or distress. Bore and mechanics are excellent. A very difficult gun to find in this condition. 5) COLT CLOVERLEAF. SN 2190. Cal. 41 RF. Colt cloverleaf revolver with rare oct 1-1/2″ bbl. 2-pc walnut grips. 1st year manufacture 1871. 4-shot cloverleaf cyl with ejector and blade front sight. An exceptionally scarce variation. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with much blue finish remaining. Walnut grips are very fine with no cracks, chips or material loss. Bore and mechanics are very fine. Left sideplate shows slight period damage and brass frame has mellowed to a nice even patina. 49973-178, 49973-178, 49973-179, 49973-180, 49973-201, 49973-202 TDW (5,500-7,500) – Lot 2295

2296
$0.00

EXCEPTIONAL LOT OF THREE COLT NEW LINE AND NEW POLICE SPUR-TRIGGER REVOLVERS.

1) COLT 1ST MDL. SN 2391. Cal. 41 RF. 2-1/4″ bbl. Colt New Line pocket revolver with 2-pc rosewood grips, nickel finish with spur trigger and etched bbl. Manufactured 1875. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with much original nickel finish remaining, exceptional 2-pc grips with slight finish wear and no material loss whatsoever. Etched panel is light but discernible. Bore and mechanics are very fine. 2) COLT NEW HOUSE MDL 38. SN 13993. Cal. 38. 2-1/4″ bbl. Fine Colt New House model revolver. Manufactured 1875 with nickel finish, 2-pc Colt hard rubber grips, with long cyl pin and etched panel. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Fine overall, with good bore and mechanics. Fine 2-pc grips with no cracks or material loss. Nickel finish has flaked with age and resulted in an overly plum finish. Etched panel is discernible yet extremely light. 3) COLT COP & THUG. SN 14519. Cal. 38 Colt. 4-1/2″ bbl. Exceptional Colt Cop & Thug New Police revolver. Nickel finish, single action with etched panel and bullseye ejector with the small factory “C” marking to indicate shipped with Cop & Thug grips. Manufactured 1882. With 2-pc hard rubber Colt Cop & Thug grips. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. Accompanying this lot is a prior sales document for this gun. CONDITION: Exceptional overall with near perfect Cop & Thug grips having no cracks or material loss whatsoever. Etched panel is strong and prominent. Bore and mechanics are exceptional. Nickel finish has some light spotting with slight finish loss evident on top of bbl and on high points of cyl. A quite scarce and very desirable Colt revolver. 49973-200, 49973-425, 49973-445 TDW (3,000-4,000) – Lot 2296

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2297
$0.00

LOT OF TWO COLT CLOVERLEAF MODEL REVOLVERS.

1) COLT CLOVERLEAF. SN 1635. Cal. 41 RF. 3″ rnd bbl with semi-circular front sight. 4 rnd cloverleaf shaped cyl. Brass frame with spur trigger has panels of foliate scroll engraving highlighted by double line borders. 2-pc birdshead walnut grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl & cyl retain fading blue in protected areas. Brass frame has pleasing mustard patina with little or no remaining silver finish. Grips show moderate wear. Good mechanics. Bore has scattered light pitting. 2) COLT CLOVERLEAF. SN 407. Cal. 41 RF. 3″ rnd bbl with integral semi-circular front sight. 4 rnd cloverleaf shaped cyl. Silver finished brass frame with trigger. 2-pc walnut birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl & cyl retain some blue in protected areas. Frame shows 30% silver finish having a dark tarnish. Grips show light wear. Good mechanics. Bore shows spots of light pitting. 50582-48, 50582-93 DS (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2297

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2298
$0.00

LOT OF TWO COLT HOUSE MODEL REVOLVERS.

1) COLT HOUSE. SN 8093. Cal. 41 RF. Bbl is 2-5/8″ with Hartford address. 5 shot rnd cyl. Bbl, cyl & brass frame have floral pattern and punched dot engraving done in style of Cuno Helfricht. 2-pc birdshead rosewood grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl retains a small amount of blue fading to gray. Cyl finish has faded to gray. Brass frame is cleaned and retains faint traces of silver finish in protected areas. Good refinished grips. Good mechanics. Cyl pin has partially flattened knurled end. Good bore. 2) COLT HOUSE 1871. SN 7887. Cal. 41 RF. 2-5/8″ bbl with Hartford address. 5 shot rnd cyl. 2-pc rosewood birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fair. Bbl & cyl are polished and re-blued, having lightly visible markings. Polished brass. Grips show heavy wear. Good mechanics. Pitted bore. 50582-44, 50582-94 (1,850-3,000) – Lot 2298

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2299
$2,875.00

LOT OF FOUR COLT NEW LINE – NEW HOUSE AND NEW POLICE “COP & THUG” REVOLVERS.

1) COLT NEW LINE HOUSE PISTOL. SN 25216. Cal. 41 CF. NEW POLICE “COP & THUG”. 2-1/4″ bbl with semi-circular front sight. Right side of bbl has cal marking “NEW HOUSE 41”. 5 shot long flute cyl. Action features spur trigger and blue finish. 2-pc square butt, checkered hard rubber grips with cop and thug motif. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very good. 30% orig blue blending with patina. Grips show light wear. Good mechanics. Bore has good rifling with small spots of pitting. 2) COLT NEW POLICE. SN 21225. Cal. 41 CF. NEW POLICE “COP & THUG”. 2-1/4″ bbl with etched panel cal marking. 5 shot long flute cyl. Full blue finish. 2-pc square butt checkered hard rubber grips with cop and thug motif. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl & frame retain over 50% orig blue. Cyl has faded to patina. Very good grips. Good mechanics. Bore has good rifling with small spots of pitting. 3) COLT NEW LINE. SN 2500. Cal. 41 RF. NEW LINE. 2-1/4″ bbl with etched panel cal marking. 1st model having 5 shot short flute cyl. Blue bbl & cyl with case colored frame. 2-pc birdshead rosewood grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 50% blue with clear etched panel marking. Cyl has some blue remaining in flutes with balance fading to patina. Frame shows 70% fading case colors. Grips show worn finish with handling marks. Sound mechanics. Good bore. 4) COLT NEW LINE. SN 21214. Cal. 41 CF. NEW HOUSE. 2-1/2″ bbl with semi-circular sight. 5 rnd long flute cyl. 2-pc square butt rosewood grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Good. Metal finish has faded to gray patina with areas of light pitting. Refinished grips showing handling marks and area of crazed finish. Good mechanics. Dark bore with light pitting. 50582-37, 50582-45, 50582-82, 50582-92 (2,500-3,000) – Lot 2299

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2300
$4,025.00

CASED COLT NEW HOUSE MODEL REVOLVER.

SN 16144. Cal. 41 CF. 2-1/4″ rnd bbl with Hartford address, semi-circular front sight and etched panel cal marking. 5 shot long flute cyl. Single action with spur trigger and blue finish. 2-pc checkered hard rubber square butt grips. Housed in an English oak trade case with green felt interior and 10 rnd cartridge block. Case label marked “Colt’s Patent Fire Arms Manufacturing Co. / 14,Pall Mall.S.W. / London”. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Exterior surface retains 70% orig blue, blending with areas of flaking. Grips show moderate wear. Good mechanics. Good bore. Case shows light wear on exterior finish with spots of fading on felt interior. 50582-68 (2,000-2,500) – Lot 2300

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2301
$2,587.50

LOT OF FOUR COLT NEW HOUSE AND ONE COP AND THUG REVOLVERS.

1) COLT NEW LINE HOUSE PISTOL. SN 14342. Cal. 38 CF. New House Model with 2-1/4″ bbl having standard Hartford address, semi-circular front sight and etched cal panel marking. 5 shot long flute cyl. Full nickel finish. 2-pc checkered hard rubber grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Good. Bbl and action retain 60% nickel. Grips show moderate wear. Good mechanics. Dark bore, shows good rifling. 2) COLT NEW LINE HOUSE PISTOL. SN 24949. Cal. 38 CF. New House Model with 2-1/4″ rnd bbl having standard Hartford address and semi-circular front sight. Cal is marked “New House 38”. 5 shot long flute cyl. Full nickel finish with Rampant Colt medallion on left side of frame. 2-pc checkered hard rubber grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl and action retain 80% nickel. Grips show light wear. Good mechanics. Good bore. 3) COLT NEW POLICE. SN 25287. Cal. 41 CF. New Police “Cop & Thug” Model with 2-1/4″ bbl having standard Hartford address and semi-circular front sight. Cal is marked “New House 41”. 5 shot long flute cyl. Blue finish with Rampant Colt on left side of frame. 2-pc checkered hard rubber grip with “Cop & Thug” motif. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. 70% orig blue, blending with areas of flaking. Grips show light wear. Good mechanics. Good bore. 4) COLT NEW POLICE. SN 17806. Cal. 38 CF. New House Model with 4-1/2″ rnd bbl having standard Hartford address and semi-circular front sight. Etched panel style cal marking. Fitted with circular head ejector rod and housing. 5 shot long flute cyl. Nickel finish. 2-pc checkered hard rubber grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. 60% nickel. Grips show moderate wear. Good mechanics. Dark bore with frosted appearance. 50582-31, 50582-33, 50582-46, 50582-47 DS (2,250-3,000) – Lot 2301

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2302
$0.00

*LOT OF SIX COLT THIRD MODEL “THUER” STANDARD VARIATION SINGLE SHOT DERRINGERS.

1) COLT #3 DERINGER. SN 22639. Cal. 41 RF. Bbl is 2-1/2″ having British proof marks. Blue finish bbl with silver finished brass frame. 2-pc birdshead walnut grips are numbered to gun. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Overall very good. Bbl retains a small amount of orig blue. Fading to patina. Frame has 75% silver finish having spots of dark tarnish. Grips have moderately worn finish with scattered handling marks. Good mechanics. Bore is dark with scattered pitting. C&R 2) COLT NO 3 DERINGER. SN 44681. Cal. 41 RF. Bbl is 2-1/2″ with British proof marks. Blued bbl with nickeled frame. Grips strap near butt is stamped “47”. 2-pc walnut birdshead grips are numbered to gun. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl has small amount of blue blending with patina. Frame retains 80% nickel finish. Grips show moderate wear with gouge on right side. Pitted bore. 3) COLT NO 3 DERINGER. SN 39570. Cal. 41 RF. 2-1/2″ bbl with British proof marks. Orig finish was blue bbl with nickeled frame. 2-pc walnut birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very good overall. Bbl shows traces of blue with balance fading to patina. Brass frame has mellow mustard color with no remaining nickel. Grips show light wear. Good mechanics. Bore is good with lightly worn rifling. 4) COLT NO 3 DERINGER. SN 9401. Cal. 41 RF. Bbl is 2-1/4″. High spur hammer. Full nickel finish. 2-pc birdshead pearl grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fair. Bbl & brass frame retain 30% nickel finish. Bbl has scattered light pitting. Grips show light wear with area of discoloration along backstrap. Properly functioning action, screws heads show distortion. Pitted bore. 5) COLT NO 3 DERINGER. SN 2308. Cal. 41 RF. 2-1/4″ bbl. Full nickel finish. 2-pc walnut birdshead grips are numbered to gun. Inside of right hand grip has owner added pencil markings “LWB / Oct 1885″. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl & brass frame retain 60% nickel. Grips have worn finish. Good action. Dark bore with areas of pitting. 6) COLT NO 3 DERINGER. SN 4478. Cal. 41 RF. Bbl is 2-1/2”. High spur hammer. Orig finish was blued bbl with silver plated brass frame. 2-pc birdshead walnut grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fair. Bbl has faded to gray with spots of pitting. Brass frame has mellowed mustard color with traces of nickel. Grips show heavy wear. Collapsed trigger return spring preventing action from cocking properly. Pitted bore. 50582-49, 50582-87, 50582-88, 50582-89, 50582-90, 50582-91 DS (2,000-2,750) – Lot 2302

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2303
$8,625.00

LOT OF THREE COLT 3RD MODEL DERRINGERS.

1) PR COLT #3 DERINGER. SN 19856. Cal. 41 RF. Consecutive numbered matching pair. Standard models with 2-1/2″ blued bbls, nickel finish frames, and 2-pc birdshead pearl grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Both guns retain over 80% bbl blue and 95% nickel on frame. SN 19856 has small chip on right grip. Both have good bores. 2) COLT #3 DERINGER. SN 155. Early production 1st Type with 2-1/2″ bbl. Blue finished bbl is marked “Colt” in small block letters. Silver finished brass frame with raised bolster. 2-pc birdshead walnut grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very good. 50% bbl blue blending with spots of pitting. Frame has small amount of remaining silver finish, showing a dark tarnish. Grips show light wear. Bore has areas of very light pitting. 50582-50, 50582-51 DS (2,500-4,000) – Lot 2303

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2304
$5,750.00

CASED COLT NEW LINE 2ND MODEL 41 CALIBER REVOLVER.

SN 5009. Cal. 41 RF. 2-1/4″ rnd bbl with semi-circular front sight and Hartford address. 5 shot long flute cyl. Spur trigger single action has full coverage NY engraving done in the style of Cuno Helfricht. Vine type scroll engraving is accentuated by punch dot background. Bbl and frame have nickel finish complementing gold washed cyl. 2-pc birdshead pearl grips. Distributor supplied period casing with purple velour interior and leatherette exterior. Case contains an orig cleaning rod, 25 rnd cartridge block holding 5 rnds of 41 RF long and 8 rnds of 41 RF short ammo. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl and frame retain over 90% nickel finish. Cyl shows 60% fading gold wash. Right grip has small chip at action. Left grip has acquired a light purple cast from case storage. Crisp mechanics. Semi-circular front sight is bent to left. Bore has good rifling with dark appearance and small spots. Case has lid has large repair in leatherette cover. Interior shows moderate wear. 50582-67 (2,500-3,000) – Lot 2304

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2305
$0.00

CASED LONDON MARKED COLT NEW LINE 2ND MODEL 41 CALIBER REVOLVER.

SN 7371. Cal. 41 CF. 2-1/4″ rnd bbl with standard Hartford address, semi-circular front sight and etched panel cal marking. Right side of bbl has retailer marking “T.W.WATSON. / 4 PALL MALL. / LONDON”. 5 shot long flute cyl. Single action with spur trigger having full nickel finish. 2-pc rosewood birdshead grips. Housed in English oak trade case with green felt fitted interior containing cleaning rod and key. Case label reads “M. W. Watson, / 4 Pall Mall, / Adjoining Her Majesty’s Opera House /London / S.W. / Gun Maker, Optician / and Manufacturer of / Scientific Instruments”. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Metal retains 85% nickel. Grips show light wear. Good mechanics. Bore has good rifling with small spots of pitting. Case exterior has lightly worn finish with aged checking on bottom. Good interior with normal wear. 50582-66 (2,500-3,500) – Lot 2305

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2306
$0.00

LOT OF 4 COLT NEW LINE 41 REVOLVERS.

1) COLT NEW LINE. SN 249. Cal. 41 RF. Bbl is 2-1/4″ with semi-circular front sight. Right side of bbl is inscribed “Big Colt”. First model having 5 shot short flute cyl. “Certifiable antique elephant ivory” 2-pc birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Metal finish has faded to gray patina with spots of light pitting. Grips have good fit and an acquired orange/yellow patina. Good mechanics. Bore is dark with spots of pitting. IVORY 2) COLT NEW LINE. SN 5441. Cal. 41 RF. Bbl is 2-1/4″ with semi-circular front sight and etched panel cal marking. 2nd model, having 5 shot long flute cyl. Bbl, cyl & action have a foliate scroll engraving with punch dot background. Full nickel finish. 2-pc birdshead pearl grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Gun retains 70% nickel finish, having small dents on bbl. Etched panel cal. marking is clear and distinct. Pearl grips are in good condition with proper fit. Good mechanics. Dark bore having lightly worn rifling. 3) COLT NEW LINE. SN 9009. Cal. 41 RF. Bbl is 2-1/4″ with etched panel cal marking and semi-circular sight. 2nd model having 5 shot long flute cyl. Full nickel finish. 2-pc rosewood birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Metal surfaces retain small amounts of silver finish in protected areas and distinct etched cal panel marking. Balance has faded to gray patina. Cyl has several small dents. Grips have proper fit showing finish wear, handling marks and an area of dark staining. Good mechanics. Dark bore with light pitting. 4) COLT NEW LINE. SN 9563. Cal. 41 CF. Bbl is 2-1/4″ with etched panel cal marking and semi-circular front sight. 2nd model with 5 shot long flute cyl. 2-pc rosewood birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Metal finish has faded to patina with areas of pitting. Etched panel cal marking is partially visible. Grips show moderate wear and handling marks. Good action. Bore shows spots of pitting. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. 50582-35, 50582-36, 50582-84, 50582-86 (3,000-3,500) – Lot 2306

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2307
$0.00

LOT OF FOUR .38 CALIBER NEW LINE COLTS.

1) COLT NEW LINE. SN 1768. Cal. 38 RF. 2-1/4″ bbl, 5-shot cylinder, 2-line bbl address, “certifiable antique elephant ivory” 2-pc grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: All metal re-nickeled, except hammer and trigger, bore is dark. IVORY 2) COLT NEW LINE. SN 11033. Cal. 38 CF. 2-1/4″ bbl, 2-line bbl address, patent address on bottom of bbl, factory engraved, left side of bbl stamped “Colt New .38”, “certifiable antique elephant ivory ” 2-pc grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Cal. 38 CF. Nickel is flaked around and in engraving turning mostly brown, balance is bright nickel. Hammer and trigger are fire-blued. Grips are slightly undersized. Bore is good. 3) COLT NEW LINE. SN 4344. Cal. 38 CF. 2-1/4″ bbl. 5-shot cylinder. 2-pc rosewood grips. Includes collector’s notes. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Nickel has mostly flaked with 20% remaining. Grips are cracked. Bore is fair. 4) COLT NEW LINE. SN 10880. Cal. 38 CF. 4″ bbl, blade front sight, framed notch rear sight, rosewood grips, “Colt New .38” etch panel. Includes collector’s notes. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Orig nickel 60% remaining with areas of flaking and wear. Hammer and trigger have bright fire blue, grips are in good condition. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. 50582-101, 50582-102, 50582-103, 50582-104 (2,500-3,500) – Lot 2307

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2308
$2,875.00

LOT OF FOUR COLT NEW LINE 41 CALIBER REVOLVERS.

1) COLT NEW LINE. SN 3220. Cal. 41 RF. 1st Model with 2-1/4″ bbl with Hartford address and semi-circular front sight. Etched panel cal marking. 5 shot short flute cyl. Bbl, cyl and frame have open floral scroll engraving with punch dot background. Full nickel finish. Orig 2-pc “certifiable antique elephant ivory” birdshead grips that are numbered to gun. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Good. 50% nickel with scattered pitting and illegible etched panel marking. Grips show light wear. Good mechanics. Dark bore. IVORY 2) COLT NEW LINE. SN 979. Cal. 41 RF. 1st Model with 2-1/4″ bbl having Hartford address and semi-circular front sight. 5 shot short flute cyl. Blued bbl and cyl with case colored frame. 2-pc rosewood birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and cyl retain small amount of fading blue blending with gray patina. Action shows 20% faded case colors in protected areas. Grips show moderate wear with chipped finish. Good mechanics. Bore has good rifling with small spots of pitting. 3) COLT NEW LINE. SN 8703. Cal. 41 CF. 2nd Model with 2-1/4″ bbl having Hartford address, semi-circular front sight and British proof marks. Etched panel cal marking. 5 shot long flute cyl. Full nickel finish. Left side of frame has 41 center fire cal marking. 2-pc rosewood birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Retains over 90% nickel finish with sharp clear etched panel marking. Grips show moderate wear. Crisp mechanics. Good bore. 4) COLT NEW LINE. SN 4529. Cal. 41 CF. 2nd Model with 2-1/4″ bbl having Hartford address, semi-circular front sight and etched panel cal marking. 5 shot long flute cyl. Left side of frame has 41 center fire caliber marking. Full nickel finish. 2-pc rosewood birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very good. 80% nickel finish with flaking mostly on cyl. Grips show moderate wear. Good mechanics. Dark bore with light pitting. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. 50582-34, 50582-38, 50582-42, 50582-85 (2,250-2,750) – Lot 2308

2309
$3,450.00

LOT OF FOUR COLT NEW LINE 41 CALIBER REVOLVERS.

1) COLT NEW LINE. SN 9657. Cal. 41 CF. Bbl is 2-1/4″ with etched cal panel marking and semi-circular front sight. 2nd model revolver having 5 shot long flute cyl. Blued bbl and cyl with case colored frame. 2-pc birdshead rose wood grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Etched cal panel marking is clear and distinct. Bbl & cyl retain 60% blue blending with spots of flaking. Frame shows 70% nicely visible case colors. Grips have good fit showing light wear and marks. Good mechanics. Bore shows spots of light pitting. IVORY 2) COLT NEW LINE. SN 6525. Cal. 41 CF. 2-1/4″ bbl having etched cal panel marking and semi-circular front sight. 2nd model with 5 shot long flute cyl. Blue and case colored finish. “Certifiable antique elephant ivory” 2-pc birds head grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl & cyl retain 80% bright blue.Etched panel cal marking is very good. Frame shows 90% slightly faded colors. Ivory grips have slightly undersized fit from age related shrinkage and shows small cracks radiating from screw escutcheons. Action is out of time. Bore shows scattered pitting. 3) COLT NEW LINE. SN 3466. Cal. 41 RF. 2-1/4″ bbl with semi-circular front sight having etched panel cal marking. 1st model revolver having 5 shot short flute cyl. Blue & case color finish. 2-pc birdshead rosewood grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl & cyl retain 80% blue with small spots of pitting. Very good etched panel marking. Frame shows 90% lightly faded case colors. Grips show light wear. Good mechanics. Dark bore with some pitting. 4) COLT NEW LINE. SN 9177. Cal. 41 CF. Bbl is 2-1/4″ with semi-circular front sight and etched panel cal marking. 2nd model having 5 shot long flute cyl. Full nickel finish. 2-pc birdshead rosewood grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl & action retain over 90% orig nickel. Grips show light marks. Crisp mechanics. Bore is bright with very good rifling. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. 50582-39, 50582-40, 50582-41, 50582-43 (2,250-3,000) – Lot 2309

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2310
$3,737.50
Revised: 9/19/2016

EXCEPTIONAL LOT OF FIVE COLT POCKET PISTOLS.

1) COLT #2 DERINGER. SN 8395. Cal. 41 RF. 2-1/2″ oblong nickel finished bbl with silver washed frame. 2-pc checkered walnut grips. Moderate scroll engraving with German silver front blade sight. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very fine overall with most nickel remaining on bbl. Silver washed finish has dulled somewhat to a matte with most silver remaining. Checkered 2-pc walnut grips are very fine with no cracks or chips and are quite pleasing. Bore is good. Action not functioning as needs mainspring. 2) COLT OPEN TOP. SN 1570. Cal. 22 Short. 2-7/8″ bbl. Colt 1st model Open Top revolver manufactured 1871 with integral ejector. 7 shot single action design. 2-pc walnut grips. Nickel finished bbl and brass frame. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very fine overall condition with traces of nickle finish remaining. Excellent bore and mechanics. Clear markings with functioning integral ejector. 3) COLT OPEN TOP PKT. SN 1770. Cal. 22 Short. 2-3/8″ bbl. Colt 1st model Open Top revolver with integral ejector, blue finished bbl, brass frame and rosewood grips. 7 shot single action. Manufactured in 1871. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Strong remnants of blue finish remaining on bbl, 7 shot cyl has turned plum, brass frame an even mustard patina with exceptionally fine 2-pc grips with no cracks or chips. Ejector rod believed to be a later replacement. Mechanics and bore are fine. 4) COLT OPEN TOP. SN 27049. Cal. 22 Short. 2-3/8″ bbl. Colt Open Top revolver 2nd model with nickel finish bbl and 7 shot nickel finish cyl. Very elegant scroll and vine engraving with dot punch background. With nicely fitting 2-pc grips. Manufactured 1874. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very fine overall with much nickel finish remaining on bbl and cyl. Traces of nickel remaining on protected areas of frame. 2-pc grips fit well with a very pleasant patina. 5) COLT OPEN TOP PKT. SN 61647. Cal. 22 Short. 2-3/8″ bbl. Colt Open Top revolver 2nd model 7 shot single action revolver. Elegantly engraved and nickel finished with superb 2-pc mother of pearl grips. Manufactured 1875. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with much finish remaining with slight thinning on left side of bbl. Mechanics and bore are good. Engraving is spectacular, sharp and clean. 2-pc grips are very fine with vivid colors and fitted nicely. 49973-177, 49973-195, 49973-196, 49973-197, 49973-198 TDW (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2310

2311
$2,875.00

LOT OF FIVE COLT NEW LINE 2ND MODEL REVOLVERS.

1) COLT NEW LINE. SN 21284. Cal. 32 CF. 2-1/4″ bbl with semi-circular front sight. 2nd model revolver having 5 shot long flute cyl. Full blue finish. 2-pc checkered hard rubber birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Over 90% bright orig blue. Grips show light wear. Sound mechanics. Very good bore. 2) COLT NEW LINE. SN 16446. Cal. 32 RF. 2-1/4″ bbl with etched panel cal marking. 2nd model having 5 shot long flute cyl. Full nickel finish. 2-pc checkered hard rubber birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. 95% nickel. Good etched panel marking. Cyl pin head has some flattened checkering. Grips have spots of checkering wear. Good mechanics. Bore has some light pitting. 3) COLT NEW LINE. SN 13688. Cal. 32 CF. Bbl is 2-1/4″ with etched panel cal marking. 2nd model having 5 shot long flute cyl. Full nickel finish. 2-pc checkered hard rubber birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Good. 70% nickel finish showing good etched panel marking. Grips show moderate wear. Action is out of time. Good bore. 4) COLT NEW LINE. SN 21486. Cal. 32 CF. 2-1/4″ bbl. 2nd model having 5 shot long flute cyl. Top of frame behind hammer has gold monogram “NE”. Right side front of frame has French retailer marking “P. WEILBtf / Paris / 35 PgfCHOISEUL”. Blue finish. 2-pc checkered hard rubber birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. 60% blue. Grips show moderate wear. Good mechanics. Bore shows spots of pitting. 5) COLT NEW LINE. SN 17444. Cal. 32 CF. 2-1/4″ bbl with etched panel cal marking. 2nd model having 5 round long flute cyl. Full nickel finish. 2-pc checkered hard rubber birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. 80% nickel finish with numerous scratches. Good etched panel marking. Grips show light wear. Good mechanics. Good bore. 50582-21, 50582-22, 50582-23, 50582-24, 50582-28 (2,500-3,500) – Lot 2311

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2312
$0.00

LOT OF FOUR COLT NEW LINE 38 CALIBER REVOLVERS.

1) COLT NEW LINE. SN 433. Cal. 38 RF. 2-1/4″ bbls with Hartford markings and semi-circular front sights. 1st Model with 5 rnd short fluted cyl. NY aftermarket engraving, likely done by Cuno Helfricht. Full nickel finish. 2-pc rosewood birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. 90% nickel finish over sharp engraving and very weak bbl markings indicating gun was likely shipped with soft finish and nickeled after engraving. Grips show moderate wear. Good mechanics. Bore has good rifling with small spots of pitting. 2) COLT NEW LINE. SN 6311. Cal. 38RF. 2nd Model with 5 shot long flute cyl. Etched panel cal marking. Full nickel finish. 2-pc rosewood birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fair. 60% dull nickel finish with spots of pitting. Grips show light wear. Bbl have spots of finish over-spray. Cyl does not rotate when action is cocked, cyl pin will not fully seat. Dark bore with small spots of pitting. 3) COLT NEW LINE. SN 5736. Cal. 38 RF. 2nd Model with 5 shot long flute cyl. Etched panel cal marking. Full nickel finish. 2-pc rosewood birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Revolver retains 70% nickel with spots of peeling. Grips show light wear. Good mechanics. Bore is dark with area of pitting towards muzzle. 4) COLT NEW LINE. SN 1416. Cal. 38 RF. 1st Model with 5 shot short flute cyl. 2-pc rosewood birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fair. Cleaned gray metal with light pitting. Grips show heavy wear. Good mechanics. Bore has good rifling with slightly dark appearance. 50582-32, 50582-80, 50582-81, 50582-83 DS (2,250-3,000) – Lot 2312

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2313
$0.00

CASED COLT NEW LINE 2ND MODEL 38 CALIBER REVOLVER.

SN 10576. Cal. 32 CF. 2-1/4″ rnd bbl with Hartford address, semi-circular front sight and etched panel cal marking. 5 shot long flute cyl. Single action with spur trigger having full nickel finish. 2-pc birdshead rosewood grips. Housed in a oak trade case with purple velour interior containing 49 rnd cartridge block and case key. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Over 90% orig nickel. Grips show light wear. Knurled cyl pin has spots of flattening. Front sight has slight left hand bend. Sound mechanics. Bore has good rifling with small spots of corrosion. Case has good exterior finish with lightly worn relined interior. 50582-63 DS (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2313

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2314
$3,737.50

CASED COLT NEW LINE 2ND MODEL 32 CALIBER REVOLVER.

SN 11470. Cal. 32 CF. 2-1/4″ bbl with standard Hartford address, semi-circular front sight and etched cal marking. 5 shot long flute cyl. Single action with spur trigger, having full nickel finish. 2-pc birdshead pearl grips. Housed in a leather covered case having fitted velour interior with 25 rnd cartridge block. Banner in case lid marked “Colt’s New 32”. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Metal retains 90% nickel finish. Grips are good. Cyl stop is not retracting, preventing cyl from rotating properly. Bore has good rifling with small spots of pitting. Case has large tears in leatherette lid cover with moderately worn and stained interior. 50582-64 (1,250-2,000) – Lot 2314

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2315
$0.00

LOT OF FIVE COLT NEW LINE REVOLVERS.

1) COLT NEW LINE. SN 14895. Cal. 32 CF. 2-1/4″ bbl with etched panel cal marking. 2nd model with 5 shot long flute cyl. Full nickel finish. 2-pc birdshead rosewood grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. 95% nickel. Grips show light wear. Stiff mechanics. Good bore. 2) COLT NEW LINE. SN 5883. Cal. 32 RF. Bbl is 2-1/4″ with etched panel cal marking. 1st model with 5 rnd short flute cyl. Full nickel finish. 2-pc birdshead rosewood grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. 95% nickel finish. Very good etched panel marking. Grips show light wear. Good mechanics. Bore has good rifling with spots of light pitting. 3) COLT NEW LINE. SN 8603. Cal. 32 RF. 2-1/4″ bbl with etched panel cal marking. 1st model with 5 shot short flute cyl. Blued bbl & cyl with case colored frame. Francis DeGress cast metal grips featuring dog head on right side. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl & cyl retain 70% blue. Very good etched panel marking. Frame has 70% dark fading colors. Very good grips. Good action. Bore has spots of light pitting. 4) COLT NEW LINE. SN 8099. Cal. 32 RF. 2-1/4″ bbl with etched panel marking. 1st model having 5 shots short flute cyl. Full nickel finish. 2-pc birdshead rosewood grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. 80% nickel finish. Grips show moderate wear. Good mechanics. Bore has scattered spots of pitting. 5) COLT NEW LINE. SN 16833. Cal. 32 CF. Bbl is 2-1/4″ with etched panel cal marking. 2nd model having 5 shot long flute cyl. Top of frame has inscription “S.W. Silver & Co. / Cornhill, London”. Full nickel finish. 2-pc birdshead rosewood grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Good. Exterior retains 50% dull nickel finish. Grips show heavy wear with crack on left side. Action is out of time, making operation difficult. Bore shows spots of pitting. 50582-25, 50582-26, 50582-29, 50582-76, 50582-79 (2,000-2,500) – Lot 2315

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2316
$2,300.00

LONDON CASED COLT NEW LINE 2ND MODEL 32 CALIBER REVOLVER.

SN 16965. Cal. 32 CF. 2-1/4″ rnd bbl, having Hartford address and etched panel cal marking. 5 shot long flute cyl. Single action with spur trigger and full nickel finish. 2-pc rosewood birdshead grips. Leather covered 7-1/2″ x 3-1/4″ case with blue velour fitted interior with purple liner in case lid is marked in gold “WATSON & SONS / GUN MAKERS / 308 HIGH COLBORN / LONDON.W.” PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl and action have 50% nickel finish with scattered light pitting. Grips show light wear and handling marks. Good mechanics. Bore shows areas with lightly pebbled appearance. Case interior shows light wear while exterior has wear spots at corners. 50582-100 (1,250-2,500) – Lot 2316

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2317
$0.00

GROUP OF SEVEN COLT NEW LINE 30 CALIBER REVOLVERS.

1) COLT NEW LINE. SN 5345. Cal. 30 RF. 2-1/4″ bbl with Hartford marking. Bbl, cyl and frame have open foliate scroll engraving with punch dot background. 5 shot long flute cyl. Full nickel finish. Orig 2-pc “certified antique elephant ivory” birdshead grips numbered to gun. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Good. Frame retains 30% nickel with balance of gun faded to gray, showing small spots of light pitting. Very good grips. Cyl is not rotating when action is cycled. Dark bore with spots of pitting. IVORY 2) COLT NEW LINE. SN 1875. Cal. 30 RF. 2-1/4″ bbl with Hartford address. Bbl, frame and actin have full coverage foliate scroll engraving with punch dot background. Bottom of frame has inscription “Julia / Apr. 3, 1878”.5 shot long flute cyl. Full nickel finish. 2-pc birdshead pearl grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine, retaining over 80% nickel. Very good grips. Stiff mechanics. Dark bore with small spots of pitting. 3) COLT NEW LINE. SN 9043. Cal. 30 RF. 2-1/4″ bbl with Hartford address and etched panel cal marking. 5 shot long flute cyl. Full nickel finish. 2-pc pearl birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Over 90% nickel finish with weak etched panel marking. Cyl pin has flattened points on knurling. Grips show light wear. Good mechanics. Pitted bore. 4) COLT NEW LINE. SN 7439. Cal. 30 RF. 2-1/4″ bbl with Hartford address and etched panel cal marking. 5 shot long flute cyl. Full nickel finish. 2-pc rosewood birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Over 90% nickel finish with weak etched panel marking. Cyl pin has flattened points on knurling. Grips show light wear. Good mechanics. Pitted bore. 5) COLT NEW LINE. SN 570. Cal. 30. 2-1/4″ bbl with Hartford address. 5 shot long flute cyl. Full nickel finish. Orig 2-pc birdshead “certifiable antique elephant ivory” grips numbered to gun. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fair. Bbl and frame retain small amounts of nickel finish, faded to gray, with light pitting. Cyl retains 90% nickel and may be replacement. Grips show slight age related shrinking with cracks on both sides. Cyl does not rotate when action cycled. Dark pitted bore. 6) COLT NEW LINE. SN 5601. Cal. 30 RF. 1-3/4″ bbl with Hartford address. 5 shot long flute cyl without knurled end on cyl pin. Orig 2-pc rosewood birdshead grips numbered to gun. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fair. Bbl, frame and cyl retain 95% bright polished reblued finish. Grips show moderate wear. Good mechanics. Pitted bore and chambers. 7) COLT NEW LINE. SN 8087. Cal. 30. 2-1/4″ bbl with Hartford address. 5 shot long flute cyl. 2-pc rosewood birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Good. Metal finish has faded to gray. Grips show moderate wear. Good mechanics. Dark bore with spots of pitting. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. 50582-14, 50582-15, 50582-17, 50582-18, 50582-20, 50582-74, 50582-75 (3,000-3,500) – Lot 2317

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2318
$0.00

LOT OF SIX COLT NEW LINE REVOLVERS.

1) COLT NEW LINE. SN 595. Cal. 30 RF. Bbl 2-1/4″ with etched panel cal marking. 2nd model with 5 rnd long rnd flute cyl. Full nickel finish. 2-pc pearl birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. 80% nickel finish. Legible etched panel marking. Grips show light wear. Good mechanics. Good bore. 2) COLT NEW LINE. SN 4996. Cal. 30 RF. 1-3/4″ bbl with etched panel cal marking. 5 shot long flute cyl. Blue and case color finish. 2-pc rosewood birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl & cyl retain 50% blue. Good etched panel marking. Frame retains 30% lightly visible case colors. Grips show moderate wear. Good mechanics. Bore shows spots of pitting. 3) COLT NEW LINE. SN 401. Cal. 32 RF. Bbl is 2-1/4″ 1st model having 5 rnd short flute cyl. Blue bbl & cyl with case color frame. 2-pc rosewood birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: 60% blue. Frame retains 50% fading case colors. Grips show light wear. Good mechanics. Good bore. 4) COLT NEW LINE. SN 7577. Cal. 32 RF. Bbl is 2-1/4″ with etched panel cal marking. 1st model having 5 rnd short flute cyl. Full nickel finish. 2-pc pearl birdshead grips. Gun is housed in a suede leather purse-style pouch with snap closure. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. 85% nickel finish. Good etched panel marking. Left grip has small crack at action. Good mechanics. Very good bore. 5) COLT NEW LINE. SN 10906. Cal. 32 CF. Bbl 2-1/4″ having etched panel cal marking. 2nd model with 5 shot long flute cyl. Full nickel finish. 2-pc rosewood birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Good. 80% nickel with small dents on frame & cyl. Grips show moderate wear. Legible etched panel marking. Action is out of time and sometimes jams. Dark worn bore. 6) COLT NEW LINE. SN 2260. Cal. 30 RF. 1-3/4″ with etched panel cal marking. Long flute 5 shot cyl. 2-pc rosewood birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. 70% nickel with area of light pitting on cyl. Legible cal marking. Grips have dark worn appearance. Good mechanics. Bore has some light pitting. ( 50582-16, 50582-19, 50582-27, 50582-30, 50582-77, 50582-78 DS (2,250-3,000) – Lot 2318

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2319
$0.00

LOT OF SIX COLT OPEN TOP POCKET AND NEW LINE REVOLVERS.

1) COLT OPEN TOP. SN 4785. Cal. 22 RF. OPEN TOP POCKET. 2-3/8″ rnd bbl. 7 shot rnd cyl. Standard model with high spur hammer. Blued bbl & cyl with silver finished frame. 2-pc walnut birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Cyl retains 80% bright blue with speckled spots of patina. Bbl has 30% blue fading to patina. Frame retains 90% tarnished silver finish. Grips show light wear. Good mechanics. Bore has small spots of pitting. 2) COLT NEW LINE. SN 48787. Cal. 22 RF. NEW LINE. Flat sided 2-1/4″ bbl with etched panel cal marking. 2nd model revolver with long flute 7 rnd cyl. Blue bbl & cyl with nickel frame. 2-pc rosewood birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl & cyl retain 30% blue. Frame has 90% nickel. Very good etched panel marking. Grips show light wear and marks. Good bore. 3) COLT NEW LINE. SN 22020. Cal. 22 RF. NEW LINE. Bbl is 2-1/4″ with flat sides and etched panel cal marking. 2nd model with 7 rnd long flute cyl. Nickel finished bbl & cyl with silver finished frame. 2-pc birdshead rosewood grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Good. Bbl retains 80% dull nickel finish having partially visible etched panel marking. Cyl retains traces of nickel in flutes mixing with spots of pitting. Frame shows 20% silver finish in protected areas. Grips show moderate wear. Good mechanics. Bore has light pitting. 4) COLT NEW LINE. SN 41881. Cal. 22 RF. NEW LINE. 2-1/4″ flat sided bbl with etched panel cal marking. 2nd model revolver with 7 shot fluted cyl. Full nickel finish. 2-pc birdshead pearl grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. 80% nickel, clear etched panel marking. Grips show light wear. Good mechanics. Bore has good rifling with spots of pitting. 5) COLT OPEN TOP. SN 78531. Cal. 22 RF. OPEN TOP POCKET. 2-3/8″ rnd bbl. 7 shot round cyl. Byl, cyl & brass frame have open floral pattern engraving. Full silver finish. 2-pc pearl grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl & cyl finish have faded to gray. Frame retains 40% silver finish. Left grip has long crack parallel to front grip strap. Left grip has small area of gray discoloration. Bbl has slightly loose fit to frame. Good mechanics. Bore has some pitting. 6) COLT OPEN TOP. SN 49914. Cal. 22 RF. OPEN TOP POCKET. 2-3/8″ bbl. 7 shot rnd cyl. Nickel finished bbl & cyl with silver finished frame. 2-pc birdshead rosewood grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl & cyl retain 70% dull nickel finish. Frame has small amounts of silver finish. Grips have worn finish. Good mechanics. Bore is dark with some light pitting. 50582-3, 50582-9, 50582-12, 50582-73, 50582-95, 50582-97 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2319

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2320
$862.50

LOT OF FOUR COLT 22 REVOLVERS.

1) COLT OPEN TOP. SN 21879. Cal. 22 RF. Engraved open top Pocket Model with 2-3/8″ rnd bbl, having Hartford address and semi-circular front sight. 7 shot cyl. Bbl, frame and cyl have full coverage scroll engraving with punch dot background. Orig 2-pc “certifiable antique elephant ivory” birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Good. Bbl and frame retain 70% nickel finish. Cyl shows heavy polishing with damaged engraving over spots of remaining pitting. Grips are slightly undersized due to age related shrinking. Good mechanics. Dark bore with spots of pitting. IVORY 2) COLT NEW LINE. SN 25108. Cal. 22 RF. New Line 2nd Model with 2-1/4″ flat sided bbl with Hartford address and semi-circular front sight. Etched panel cal marking. 7 shot long flute cyl. Full nickel finish. 2-pc checkered hard rubber birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fair. 80% nickel. Grips show light wear. Action will not cycle properly. Dark worn bore. 3) COLT NEW LINE. SN 41531. Cal. 22 RF. New Line 2nd Model with 2-1/4″ flat sided bbl having Hartford address and semi-circular front sight. Etched panel cal marking. 7 shot long flute cyl. Full nickel finish. 2-pc checkered hard rubber birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very Good. 75% nickel with flaking on forward part of frame and cyl. Grips show light wear. Good mechanics. Lightly pitted bore. 4) COLT NEW LINE. SN 948. Cal. 22 RF. Very early New Line revolver with 2-1/8″ flat sided bbl with Hartford address and semi-circular sight. 7 shot rnd cyl measuring 5/8″ in length. Silver finished brass frame with spur trigger. 2-pc rosewood birdshead grips are numbered to gun. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Good. Bbl and cyl have cleaned gray metal with weakened marking and scattered light pitting. Frame retains 50% thinning silver finish. Grips show moderate wear. Good mechanics. Bore has good rifling with spots of pitting. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. 50582-4, 50582-6, 50582-13, 50582-99 DS (1,500-2,000) – Lot 2320

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2321
$0.00

LOT OF FOUR COLT OPEN TOP POCKET MODEL REVOLVERS.

1) COLT OPEN TOP. SN 28824. Cal. 22 RF. 2-3/8″ rnd bbl, standard models having Hartford addresses. 7 shot rnd cyls with spur triggers. 1) SN 28824 Bbl, cyl and frame have factory open scroll pattern engraving. Blued bbl and cyl with silver finished brass frame. Orig 2-pc birdshead “certifiable antique elephant ivory” grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: 1) Very good. Bbl and cyl have faded to gray. Frame retains traces of silver in protected areas. Grips show light wear and have mellow yellow patina. Good mechanics. Dark bore with light pitting. IVORY 2) COLT OPEN TOP. SN 79634. Cal. 22 RF. Bbl, cyl and frame have factory open scroll pattern engraving. Full nickel finish. Orig 2-pc birdshead “certifiable antique elephant ivory” grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Gun retains 95% nickel. Grips show some shrinkage, mellow yellow color and has a small crack on right side near escutcheon. Good mechanics. Bore is dark with worn rifling IVORY 3) COLT OPEN TOP. SN 87253. Cal. 22 RF. Standard revolver with grips removed. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Poor. Bbl and cyl are polished with areas of deep pitting. Cleaned brass has no remaining finish. No grips included. Functioning action. Pitted bore. 4) COLT OPEN TOP. SN 42469. Cal. 22 RF. Standard revolver with 2-pc walnut birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Poor. Bbl and cyl have cleaned gray appearance. Cleaned brass is reacquiring patina. Grips show heavy wear with deep gouges on right side. Hammer will not hold in cocked position. Dark bore with light pitting. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. 50582-1, 50582-2, 50582-5, 50582-96 DS (1,500-2,250) – Lot 2321

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2322
$575.00

FIRST MODEL COLT NEW LINE REVOLVER.

SN 4195. Cal. 22. 2-1/4″ bbl, short flutes and locking notches behind flutes, SN stamped on back of cyl, inspector “H” stamped on cyl. Cyl pin is knurled, hammer has knurled spur with border, spur trigger, frame marked “22 CAL”, 2-line bbl address without patent dates. 2-pc varnished rosewood grips with matching numbers. CONDITION: Fine. Bright 90% orig Colt nickel with a few light handling marks. Hammer and trigger spur and cyl pin are fire blued in near excellent condition. Bore is very good. 50530-10 TN5 (750-1,250) – Lot 2322

2323
$0.00

CASED COLT NEW LINE 1ST MODEL 22 REVOLVER.

SN 3324. Cal. 22 RF. 2-1/4″ flat sided bbl with standard Hartford address and semi-circular front sight. 7 shot short flute cyl. Single action with spur trigger, having full nickel finish. 2-pc birdshead rosewood grips. Housed in oak trades case with green felt interior. Case lid has hunting scene label marked “Palmer. / Gun Maker, / Rochester.” PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Metal retains 90% nickel, showing wrench marks and small nicks on bbl. Grips show moderate wear. Good action. Dark bore. Case exterior shows scattered scratches and marks and has lightly worn interior. 50582-65 (1,000-1,750) – Lot 2323

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2324
$0.00

LOT OF 5 COLT NEW LINE 22 REVOLVERS.

1) COLT NEW LINE. SN 47882. Cal. 22 RF. 2-1/4″ flat sided bbls with semi-circular front sights, having standard Hartford addresses. 2nd Model with 7 shot long flute cyl. Etched cal panel marking. Full nickel finish. 2-pc rosewood birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Metal retains 60% nickel. Grips show moderate wear. Good mechanics. Dark bore with spots of pitting. 2) COLT NEW LINE. SN 55372. Cal. 22 RF. 1st Model with 7 shot short flute cyl. Blue finished bbl and cyl with nickel finished frame. 2-pc birdshead rosewood grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 50% light faded blue. Cyl retains 70% bright blue. Frame shows over 90% nickel finish. Grips show moderate wear. Good mechanics. Dark bore with pitting. 3) COLT NEW LINE. SN 20002. Cal. 22 RF. Engraved 2nd Model with 7 shot long flute cyl. Engraving is full coverage open scroll style. Etched panel cal marking. Full nickel finish. 2-pc birdshead pearl grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl and action retain 50% nickel. Very good grips. Good mechanics. Bore has good rifling with small spots. 4) COLT NEW LINE. SN 17668. Cal. 22 RF. 2nd Model with 7 shot long flute cyl. Etched panel cyl marking. Full nickel finish. 2-pc birdshead rosewood grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. 60% nickel finish. Grips show light wear. Good mechanics. Dark worn bore. 5) COLT NEW LINE. SN 54038. Cal. 22 RF. 2nd Model with 7 shot long flute cyl. Blue and nickel finish. 2-pc rosewood birdshead grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fair. Bbl and cyl have faded to gray with spots of pitting. Brass frame retains 40% nickel finish. Grips show light wear. Action is not cocking properly. Dark pitted bore. 50582-8, 50582-10, 50582-11, 50582-62, 50582-72 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 2324

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2325
$0.00

CASED COLT NEW LINE 2ND MODEL 22 REVOLVER.

SN 50088. Cal. 22 RF. 2-1/4″ bbl with flat sides, standard Hartford address, semi-circular German silver front sight and etched panel cal marking. 7 shot long flute cyl. Single action with spur trigger. Blue finished bbl and cyl with nickel finished frame. 2-pc birdshead rosewood grips. Housed in an English trade case with green felt fitted interior containing cleaning rod. Case label marked “M.W. Watson, / 4 Pall Mall,/ Adjoining Her Majesty’s Opera House / London,”. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and cyl blue have faded to dark patina. Frame retains 90% nickel. Grips show light wear. Mechanics are good. Dark bore with areas of pitting. Case lid shows areas of separation around inlay, having lightly worn interior. 50582-61 (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2325

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2326
$4,025.00

GROUP OF FOUR MARLIN ENGRAVED SINGLE ACTION REVOLVERS.

1) MARLIN XXX STD 1872 PKT. SN 8452. Cal. 30 RF. SN 8452 XXX Standard 1872 Pocket Revolver. Bbl is 3″ rnd with rib and semi-circular front sight. 5 shot fluted cyl measuring 13/16″. Full coverage foliate scroll engraving with punch dot background. Francis DeGress ornate cast metal 2-pc grips. Gold washed finish. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl finish has faded to dark patina. Cyl, frame and grips retain 30% thinning gold finish blending with silvery patina. Good mechanics. Good bright bore. 2) MARLIN XXX STD 1872 PKT. SN 28. Cal. 30 RF. SN 28 XXX Standard 1872 Pocket Revolver. Bbl is 3″ rnd with rib and semi-circular front sight. 5 shot fluted cyl measuring 1″. Bbl, cyl and frame has full coverage foliate scroll with punch dot background. Blue finished bbl and cyl with silver finished brass frame. Fitted with Francis DeGress nickel finished ornate 2-pc metal grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and cyl finish has faded to gray with some light pitting. Frame and grips retain a small amount of silver finish in protected areas. Good mechanics. Dark bore. 3) MARLIN XXX STD 1872 PKT. SN 4191. Cal. 30 RF. XXX Standard 1872 Pocket Revolver. Bbl is 3″ rnd with rib and semi-circular front sight. 5 shot fluted cyl measuring 1″. Bbl, cyl and frame have full coverage foliate scroll engraving with punch dot background. Full nickel finish. Fitted with Francis DeGress gold washed ornate metal 2-pc grips. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Good. Bbl retains 60% nickel. Cyl retains traces of nickel fading to gray with light pitting. Frame retains 25% nickel. Grips have gold finish remaining in protected areas. Functioning action with looseness at latch. Pitted bore. 4) MARLIN NO 32 STD 1875 PKT. SN 13. Cal. 32 RF. No. 32 Standard 1875 Pocket Model. Bbl is 2-1/4″ rnd with rib and semi-circular front sight. 5 shot fluted cyl measuring 7/8″. Bbl, cyl and frame have foliate scroll engraving with punch dot background. Fitted with Francis DeGress ornate cast metal grips. Full nickel finish. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine. Gun and grips retain 80% nickel finish with most flaking on cyl. Good mechanics. Pitted bore. 50582-57, 50582-58, 50582-59, 50582-60 (3,500-5,000) – Lot 2326

2327
$2,415.00

LOT OF SEVEN NORWICH ARMS CO. SPUR TRIGGER SINGLE ACTION REVOLVERS.

SN 951/4999/7702/101/275/2855/1636. Cal. 32 RF. Likely manufactured by Hopkins & Allen of Norwich, Ct. 5 shot single action revolvers with spur triggers. Bbls are 2-1/2″ oct with semi-circular front sights. Left bbl flats are marked “PAT’D APR 23, 1878”. All have nickel finish and 1-pc pewter grips with woodland hunting scenes. 1) SN 1636 Factory punch dot engraving. Rnd butt configuration. 2) SN 2855 Factory punch dot engraving. Rnd butt configuration. 3) SN 7702 Factory punch dot engraving. Square butt configuration. 4) SN 951 Factory punch dot engraving. Square butt configuration. 5) SN 101 Square butt configuration. 6) SN 4999 Square butt configuration. 7) SN 275 Square butt configuration. PROVENANCE: The Dr. Robert G. Cox Estate Collection. CONDITION: 1)Fair. 80% nickel. Grip screw is missing. Action not functioning properly. Dark pitted bore. 2) Fair. 50% nickel. Action is not functioning properly. Bore shows spots of pitting. 3) Fair. 70% nickel. Good mechanics. Dark bore with spots of pitting. 4) Fair. 80% nickel with spots of pitting. Action is not cycling properly. Front sight is missing. Dark bore. 5) Fair. 80% nickel. Action is not cycling properly. Good bore with small spot of pitting. 6) Fair. Gray metal with light pitting. Action does not function. Pitted bore. 7) Good. Over 90% nickel. Action is bound up. Bore shows areas of light pitting. 50582-98 DS (2,100-3,500) – Lot 2327

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2328
$5,175.00

IMPORTANT AND EXCEPTIONAL CASED SMITH & WESSON FIRST MODEL, FIRST ISSUE REVOLVER.

SN 10324. Cal. 22 RF. 3-3/16″ bbl. Silver washed frame with blue tip-up bbl and fine varnished 2-pc rosewood grips. Sixth type without rotating recoil plate. Nickel silver blade front sight with bbl address being “SMITH & WESSON SPRINGFIELD. MASS.” Cyl marked “PATENTED APRIL 3 1855 & JUNE 15. 1858.” Assembly number “60” located on frame, cyl, rear of bbl flat and bbl latch assembly. Rosewood grips are numbers matching to frame. Housed in a spectacular 1st model casing of Gutta/percha, believed to be manufactured by the company of Littlefield & Parsons, reportedly estimated to only be approximately 5000 cases produced. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Jim Baldwin. CONDITION: A prime condition example, this exceptional first model, first issue, type six retains virtually all of its silver washed finish on the frame and has mellowed in areas to a wonderfully rich patina. Bbl and cyl with their high polish nitre blue finish show a slightly abrasive prior cleaning, however, most finish remains with lesser amounts on top of bbl with a slight loss of finish on leading edges of cyl and crowns of bbl flats. First model hammer still retains most of its vivid case colors on its base and most all of its nitre blue finish on the mechanical spur. Gutta/percha casing has a magnificently preserved lid with crisp and clear image. Interior padded velvet lining is exceptional with no loss of material, however, has light staining from gun storage at point of cyl position and bottom of butt. Some cracking and several very minor chips with slight amount of material loss are evident but in no way aesthetically detracting. An exceptional Smith & Wesson set, one would be hard pressed to improve upon. 50975-14 TDW (3,500-5,000) – Lot 2328

2329
$2,875.00

SUPERB SMITH & WESSON MODEL 1, 3RD ISSUE ENGRAVED TIP-UP REVOLVER.

SN 72629. Cal. 22. 3-3/16″ bbl. Bright blue finish overall. 7-shot single action with spur trigger tip-up revolver. Mid-production with 2-pc rosewood grips that are matching by number. Assembly numbers are matching on bbl, cylinder, and frame. Finely engraved in a New York pattern and often attributed to the shop of L. D. Nimschke. Extensive coverage inclusive of backstrap, cylinder, bbl, and both sides. Cased color hammer with small nickel blade front sight. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Jim Baldwin. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine example with most blue remaining with slight surface stress on cylinder, muzzle, and cartridge ejector. Very fine bore and mechanics. Grips are excellent, fitting perfectly with a touch of varnish missing on bottom of right grip. A really exceptional Model 1 that would be greatly enhanced by a diligent and light cleaning. Blue finish Smith & Wesson tip-up revolvers are uncommon to be found with much finish. This gun is by far the exception. 50975-13 TDW (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2329

2330
$2,012.50

PRIME CONDITION SMITH AND WESSON MODEL 1, THIRD ISSUE ENGRAVED.

SN 124089. Cal. 22. 2-3/8″ bbl. 7-shot tip-up single action revolver with spur trigger and 2-pc rosewood grips. Engraved in a New York pattern with extensive coverage on bbl, cylinder, and frame. Case colored hammer. Very late manufacture discontinued in 1881. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Jim Baldwin. CONDITION: Exemplary condition with virtually no loss of its factory bright nickel finish. Traces of loss only at very edges of chambers on front of cylinder and at forcing cone of bbl. 2-pc rosewood grips with matching number to frame are extremely fine with only a slight amount of distress on right side near bottom from storage. Engraving is period and possibly factory and is executed to its highest degree. Bore and mechanics are excellent, yet this gun is near new and additional research i.e. a factory inquiry by SN should be done. Truly a wonderful M1. 50975-18 TDW (1,250-1,750) – Lot 2330

2331
$4,887.50

SPECTACULAR SMITH’S PATENT NEW YORK STYLE ENGRAVED POCKET REVOLVER.

SN 7135. Cal. 32 RF. 2-3/8″ bbl. Silver wash over iron frame. 5-shot single action spur trigger pocket revolver. Engraved in a New York-style believed to be the work of the shop of L. D. Nimschke. Scroll in vine engraved frame with dot punch background. Traditional Nimschke splash to rear of hammer. Bbl engraved in the same style with approximately 50% coverage. Small cross hatch pattern forward of cylinder with dot punch background as seen on Nimschke’s later work. Cylinder is gold-washed and engraved in the same pattern of scroll and vine on the high points between individual flutes. Numbered 2-pc grips. Top of solid frame marked “Smith’s Patent April 15, 1875”. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Jim Baldwin. CONDITION: Prime condition with most all deep silver wash remaining. Gold wash on hammer, cylinder, and manual cylinder release is quite prevalent however thin and suffering from minor loss. Grips are in very good condition with one minor chip at base of right grip with small material loss. Silver has attained a spectacular aged uncleaned tarnish. Gold wash has slight frosting from age, but still quite pleasant. Bore, action, and mechanics are fine. A spectacular example of the Smith’s Patent revolver. Would be very hard to improve upon. 50975-17 TDW (600-900) – Lot 2331

2332
$1,725.00

EXCEPTIONALLY FINE SMITH & WESSON #1 3RD ISSUE ENGRAVED TIP-UP REVOLVER.

SN 64822. Cal. 22. 3-3/16″ bbl. Nickel finish throughout with 7-shot cylinder, single action with spur trigger. New York-style engraved and quite possibly factory. Engraved in a Germanic vine and scroll pattern with dot punch background. Extensive 3 quarter coverage with numbers matching grips. Manufactured 1868-1881. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Jim Baldwin. CONDITION: Spectacular overall condition with virtually no nickel finish loss. Very slight thinning of finish in cylinder flutes and at forcing cone. Assembly numbers matching on bbl, frame, and cylinder. Exceptional bore and mechanics. A very fine Smith & Wesson worthy of additional research. 50975-19 TDW (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2332

2333
$3,162.50

PRIME LOT OF TWO PALM PISTOLS BY CHICAGO ARMS & CHICAGO FIREARMS.

SN 3234/750. 1) Cal. 32 XSRF. Chicago Firearms Co., Chicago, IL, Protector Palm Pistol. 7-shot squeezer fired. Nickel finish with hard rubber grips and palm plate. Manufactured in the early 1890’s with a total production estimated at 12,800. 2) Cal. 32 XSRF. Minneapolis Firearms Co. Squeezer Palm Pistol known as The Protector according to Flayderman’s Guide to Antique American Firearms and Their Values. Production was estimated at 3000 total and were actually manufactured by James Duckworth Co. of Springfield, Mass. 7-shot capacity with 1-3/4″ bbl, nickel finish exterior with hard rubber grip panels. Squeezer type pistols have always intrigued arms collectors as they are curious and ingenious and a piece of mechanical art. CONDITION: Item 1. Very good overall, with most all nickel finish remaining with slight finish loss on edges at point of engraving but should clean up. Action, bore and magazine all function correctly. Item 2. Full nickel coverage with excellent hard rubber grip panels and appear to have no finish loss except in very high points. Bore and magazine are very fine, however, mechanics work intermittently. 51030-11 TDW (2,500-4,500) – Lot 2333

2334
$2,875.00

EXCEPTIONAL LOT OF FOUR REMINGTON POCKET PISTOLS AND DERINGERS.

1) REMINGTON 5 SHOT PEPPERBOX. SN 934. Cal. 22 RF. Remington/Elliot 5-shot pepperbox. Ring type trigger with rotating firing pin. 3″ bbl cluster with 2-pc rosewood grips. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with much blue finish remaining and balance having turned plum. Very good bore and mechanics. Excellent 2-pc grips with no cracks, chips or material loss. Manufactured 1863 through 1870. 2) REMINGTON TYPE 1 MDL 2 DERINGER. SN 140. Cal. 41 RF. Remington Double Deringer with 3″ bbls, nickel finish with 2-pc rosewood grips. Later production variation known as the Number 2 Model with markings on top of bbl. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very good overall, with much nickel finish remaining. Grips are very fine with no cracks, chips or material loss. Mechanics are excellent. Bores are dark. Hinge is in very good condition unlike many. 3) REMINGTON RIDER MAG PISTOL. NSN. Cal. 32 RF. Remington-Rider magazine pistol with 5-shot tubular magazine and 2-pc walnut grips. Nickel finish overall with fire-blue firing mechanism. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with most nickel finish remaining. Bore and mechanics are excellent. Grips are very fine with no cracks, chips or material loss. Exterior has an even coat of aged grease overall and a diligent cleaning would really bring this gem to life. 4) REMINGTON VEST PKT. SN 4176. Cal. 41 RF. Remington saw Handle Deringer with 4″ part oct/round bbl and 2-pc walnut grips. Model also known as the Vest pocket number 3 size nickel finish with split breech type action. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with good bore and mechanics. Much original nickel remains on frame. Bbl finish has turned plum. Grips have slight distress with a very minimal amount of material loss of bottom right grip. A fine uncommon pocket pistol. 49973-187, 49973-187, 49973-188, 49973-189, 49973-190 TDW (2,500-3,000) – Lot 2334

2335
$2,012.50

EXCEPTIONALLY FINE CHICAGO PROTECTOR PALM PISTOL.

SN 8994. Cal. 32 XSRF. Bbl 2-3/4″. Nickel finish overall with hard rubber grip panels. Squeezer pattern revolver with 7-shot internal cyl Light knuraled engraving around bbl and frame outer edge. Matching numbers on frame, cyl and cover plate. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine with most all factory nickel finish remaining. Very light spotting exists in several protected areas of bbl and receiver in protected areas. Hard rubber grip panels and cocking pad are very fine with no cracking or distress. Bore and mechanics are fine. An extremely fine example. Manufactured 1890’s with an estimated production of slightly less than 13,000. 50988-2 TDW (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2335

2336
$6,900.00

*SPECTACULAR LOT OF SIX CURIOSA AND RARE POCKET ARMS.

1) BRITISH KNIFE PISTOL. NSN. Cal. 32 Percussion. Unwin & Rodgers folding knife pistol with 3-3/8″ bbl, complete with bullet mold, tweezers, 2 blades, and nipple wrench. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very nice overall with functioning mechanics and good bore. Knife blades are pitted but, cleaned nicely. Bullet mold, tweezers and nipple wrench are extremely fine. Grip scales are weathered at edges with minor chip at butt end with minor material loss. 2) FRANK WESSON SUPERPOSED PISTOL. NSN. Cal. 32 RF. 2-1/2″ bbl. Frank Wesson Superimposed turn bbl pistol. Brass frame, 2-pc walnut grips, spur trigger. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very good overall with iron bbls having turned a pleasant patina. Brass frame has turned and even mustard. Grips are very good with 1 minor crack with absolutely no material loss. Mechanics and bores are very good. 3) JAMES REID MY FRIEND KNUCKLE DUSTER. SN 13638. Cal. 32 RF. James Reid “My Friend Knuckle Duster”, factory engraved, brass frame, single action operation, 5 shot cyl (quite rare). PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very fine overall with most nickel finish remaining, losses at muzzle and edges from carry, cyl finish has turned plum. Mechanics and bore are very good. Engraving is exceptionally well done. 4) REFORM PISTOLE BREVETE PEPPERBOX. SN 33325. Cal. 25. 3″ bbls. Schuler manufactured Reform 4 bbl pistol. Manufactured to be slim and concealable like an automatic but have the reliability of a revolver. Double and single operation. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Excellent overall, far better than most seen. Retains most orig rust blue finish overall with bores and mechanics being fine and operational. Hard rubber grips are very good with minor break and older repair on bottom of right grip panel. Very unique and desirable piece of curiosa. 5) MOORE PATENT FRONT LOADING REV. SN 11932. Cal. 32. 3-1/4″ bbl. Deluxe engraved Moore Teate Fire revolver. With 2-pc rosewood grips and rocky mountain hunting and game cyl scene. Silver washed frame with blue bbl. Single action with spur trigger. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very good overall with much orig silver wash over the engraved brass frame. Cyl scene is very strong and quite attractive. Bbl has turned more plum from age but has traces of blue finish in very protected areas. Grips retain most of their piano finish with slight loss on crowns of high points. Bore and mechanics are good. 6) WMW MARSTON PEPPERBOX. SN 3051. Cal. 32 RM. 3″ bbls. Marsten 3 bbl Derringer. Brass frame, spur trigger, single action with rotating chamber selector. 2-pc walnut grips and brass front sight blade. Side marked “WM Marsten, Patented May 26th, 1857, New York City, Improved 1874”. One of approximately 3300 produced from 1864 – 1872. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. Accompanying this lot is a sales letter. CONDITION: Very fine overall with much orig blue remaining on bbls. Brass has attained a very pleasant patina. 2-pc walnut grips are very good with minor distress on butt from an apparent drop from many years ago. 4 position bbl selector works properly and smoothly. Bores and mechanics are fine. 49973-173, 49973-182, 49973-192, 49973-193, 49973-203, 49973-405 TDW (3,500-5,500) – Lot 2336

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2337
$2,185.00

SUPERB LOT OF FIVE PEPPERBOXES AND POCKET PISTOLS.

1) STAR MERRILL FIREARM 2ND MDL. NSN. Cal. 32 RF. Starr 4 bbl Derringer by Eben Starr of New York City. Second model 5th variation brass frame with 2-pc walnut grips, side hammer with rotating firing pin. Marked on left side “Starr’s Pat’s May ‘10.1864.” PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Brass frame has turned an attractive mustard colored patina. Bbls have traces of blue finish remaining in protected areas. Bore and mechanics seem fine, however, firing pin does not want to rotate. 2-pc walnut grips are very fine with no breaks or material loss. 2) SHARPS & HANKINS MDL 1 A PEPPERBOX. SN 48926. Cal. 22 RF. Sharps 4 bbl pepperbox Model 1 with 2-1/2″ bbl and 4 position rotating firing pin. Brass frame with elaborate gutta percha grips. Matching numbers on frame and bbl. Bore and mechanics are fine. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with a pleasant patina on brass frame and a somewhat more contemporary blue finish on bbls. Gutta percha grips are excellent with no chips or material loss whatsoever. A very nice Sharps 4 bbl. 3) REMINGTON ELLIOT SINGLE SHOT. SN 6244. Cal. 41 RF. Remington-Elliot single shot derringer with 2-pc walnut grips and nickel silver escutcheons. 2-1/2″ bbl marked “Remington’s.Ilion.N.Y.Elliot.Pat.Aug.27.1867.” PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Traces of period nickel finish remain on breech and bbl in protected areas. Balance has turned an even plum. Bore is dark. Mechanics are fine. Manufactured 1867 through 1888 with approximately 10,000 mfg. 4) BROWN MFG CO DERINGER. SN 6271. Cal. 41 RF. Brown Manufacturing Co. brass frame “Southerner” single shot pistol. 2-1/2″ oct bbl with 2-pc walnut grips. Nickel finish with spur trigger. Matching numbers on frame and bbl. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Steward of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with much period nickel finish remaining. Traces of case colors remain on hammer. 2-pc walnut grips are very fine with most original finish remaining and no material loss whatsoever. Bore and mechanics are fine and extractor functions. A very fine specimen overall. 5) SMITH & WESSON #1 REV. SN 86181. Cal. 22 RF. Smith & Wesson Model 1 tip-up revolver SN 86181 with 2-pc rosewood grips with nickel silver escutcheons. Silver wash over brass frame with matching assembly numbers on frame, bbl and cyl. Grips are matching numbers to frame. 3-3/16″ oct bbl. Single action with spur trigger. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora,Texas. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall with most silver wash remaining on frame and grips. Bore and mechanics are very fine. A nice Smith & Wesson Model 1 tip-up. 49973-185, 49973-186, 49973-191, 49973-199, 49973-204 TDW (1,800-2,800) – Lot 2337

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2338
$2,012.50

JACOB RUPERTUS 8-SHOT PEPPERBOX PISTOL.

SN 1919. Cal. 22. This is a scarcely found cartridge pepperbox, measuring about 6″ overall with 3″ cluster of tapering bbls, brass frame “RUPERTUS PATENT JULY 19TH 1864”, opposite side “RUPERTUS PAT. PISTOL MFG. CO. PHILADELPHIA”. 2-pc rosewood grips. CONDITION: Good to very good overall, appears all orig, matching, functional and easily discerned markings. 51030-10 JS (1,000-1,500) – Lot 2338

2339
$3,737.50

EXCEPTIONAL FRANK WESSON WATCH FOB DERRINGER.

SN NSN. Cal. 22. 2″ bbl. Manufactured 1868 – 1880 with a very limited production of less than 3000. 2-pc rosewood grips on brass frame with watch fob pattern hammer and spur trigger. Superposed bbl design was easily recognized as Frank Wesson’s hallmark. Accompanied with small leather pocket holster. CONDITION: Very fine overall with most bright nitre blue remaining on bbls with superb rosewood 2-pc grips and a pleasantly patinaed brass frame. Bores are excellent. A mainspring issue appears to prevent proper functioning of hammer. Leather pouch holster has loose stitching but is otherwise very fine condition. 50541-5 TDW (900-1,400) – Lot 2339

2340
$575.00

VERY FINE REMINGTON ELIOT DERINGER.

SN 6095. Cal. 22 RF. Remington 5-shot “pepperbox” with 3″ bbl cluster, ring trigger with double action operation. Remington rotating firing pin and saw handle pistol grip design. 2-pc rosewood grips with Remington address on top of bbls and bead sight at front. SN on bottom of bbl clusters. Manufactured from 1863 to the early 1870’s. CONDITION: Very good overall, with much original finish remaining on bbl cluster. Balance has turned rather plum. Mechanics are very fine and functioning. 2-pc rosewood grips are very good with no cracks or chips. Slight wear at high point at base of grips. 51028-18 TDW (600-900) – Lot 2340

2341
$20,700.00

VERY FINE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY CIVILIAN ISSUE BLACK POWDER FRAME REVOLVER. THE PEACEMAKER.

SN 66736. Cal. 45 LC. 7-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. 1-pc varnished walnut grip. Bbl shows correct 1-line address rolled on the top with inspector mark “S” behind ejector rod bolster. Last 4-digits of SN is stamped under ejector rod housing. SN matches on frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. Last 4-digits of SN appear on cyl and bbl and in ink in the backstrap channel of grips. Assembly no. “883” is stamped on rear-face of loading gate and on bottom of frame in trigger guard. CONDITION: Very fine overall, pistol retains most of its bright blue and case colors – with balance plumb/blue patina with light scratching overall. Front-sight is full-sized showing “feathered” polishing marks on either side. Markings are sharp. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Color is vivid in the gullets in front of cyl and under loading gate. Screws show considerable blue finish. Grips straps screws retain a considerable amount of fire-blue finish. Grip is fine and retains nearly all the orig varnish finish with some scratches, dents, and high point wear, especially on left side. A very fine example of a rare civilian Single Action Army Peacemaker, manufactured in 1881. 51008-12 JS (20,000-30,000) – Lot 2341

2342
$0.00

IMPORTANT COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY FROM PACIFIC MAIL STEAMSHIP COMPANY.

SN 175937. Cal. 45. 7-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case colored finish with “PM SS Co.” marking on left side of bbl. 2-pc hard rubber snake and eagle grips. Manufactured 1898. Shipped February 5, 1898 to Colt’s Patent Fire-Arms Mfg. Company, San Francisco Agency, San Francisco, California in a 25 gun shipment. This is the only known example of a Pacific Mail Steamship Company marked Colt Single Action Army. Pictured on p. 288 of the Colt Peacemaker Encyclopedia by Keith Cochran and pictured as well on p. 3 of Jerry R. Hemphill’s book, Colts From Texas and The Old West, and is attributed to the Collection of Gary Helin. Accompanying this revolver is a copy of a notarized affidavit from the family of Mr. Elleck Lonnie Angles who was issued and carried this revolver during his duties as a mail room guard on various vessels operated by the Pacific Mail Steamship Company during the years 1907 through 1915. A historically important Colt revolver that’s ownership can be tracked for over 100 years. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with most finish having turned a more pleasant patina. The Pacific Coast Steamship Co., existing from the late 1850’s to the early 1930’s, was an iconic west coast transporter of treasury and martial goods with routes from Panama to San Francisco with a fleet of over 13 steamers. Pacific Mail Steamship Company delivered from the East some of the very first gold seekers from 1849 to San Francisco. Later, in 1867, they began regular service between San Francisco and Hong Kong. Accompanying this revolver is a copy of a Colt factory letter, and copies of affidavit and confirmation of previous owners by receipt. A spectacularly rare and desirable item of Western Americana. 50935-4 TDW (16,000-20,000) – Lot 2342

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2343
$0.00

NETTLETON INSPECTED CALVARY MODEL SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH 101 RANCH USE.

SN 48504. Cal. 45. Fine martial colt with 7-7/16″ bbl that has been bored out to smooth bore. It was the orig sight with 3-line patent numbers on the frame and 1-pc walnut grip. It has the second style ejector rod housing with bullseye ejector rod head. Left side of the frame has “101” stamped over the large “U.S.”. The 101 stamping also appears on the butt strap. The HN inspector initials appear on the bbl, frame, hammer, trigger guard, cyl and top of the backstrap. Grip has a tine “HN” on the bottom of the right side but there is no evidence of a cartouche on either side. This exact revolver is pictured on p. 61 of Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers, a Continuing Study, Kopec & Fenn. Accompanied by a Colt factor letter identifying this revolver with bbl length and type of stocks not listed and indicating shipment April 24, 1878, to the U.S. Government Inspector at the Colt plant in a shipment of 150 same type guns. Also accompanying is a letter from the Springfield Research Service wherein it states this revolver was issued to Pvt. William Hageman of Troop K of the 3rd U.S. Volunteer Calvary. It was reported stolen on July 28, 1898, at Camp Thomas, Georgia, and apparently was never recovered. Pvt. Hageman was from Nebraska and had enlisted in the Nebraska National Guard prior to his unit being assigned to the 3rd U.S. Volunteer Calvary on May 1, 1898. An additional packet of information details Pvt. Hageman’s military service and a record of the Board of Inquiry regarding the loss of the revolver. Additionally accompanying is a letter from Jerry L. Murphey to Paul Hoffman of Vista, CA, authenticating the 101 stampings. Ex Paul Hoffman collection. CONDITION: As noted regarding the bbl, otherwise is fine retaining a smooth even light artificially aged patina over all with some very fine pitting on the bbl. Trigger guard and backstrap screws are replacements. Grip is sound showing light to moderate wear and a few light nicks and scratches and retains a smooth hand worn patina. Mechanics are crisp. Light pitted bore. Undoubtedly this was one of the 101 Ranch trick shooter’s show gun. 50935-3 (16,000-20,000) – Lot 2343

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2344
$0.00

ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER THAT WAS PURPORTEDLY OWNED BY JACK CASE OF THE 101 RANCH, WILD WEST SHOW.

SN 65852. Cal. 44 WCF. 7-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. Checkered walnut grips. Revolver is boldly engraved overall in a unique style. “J. Case” is engraved on bottom of bbl. “101” is stamped on forward flat of frame. SNs have been engraved over, with the exception of frame and cyl. Both of which nos. match. Number “7349” is stamped on bbl under ejector rod. 1-line Colt address is visible on bbl. 1-pc walnut grip has been checkered in a fleur-de-lis pattern with studs mounted on either side of grip on top. Revolver is housed in a metal bound wood travel case, with Jack Case ephemera on the lid. Also included is a 2-loop Mexican style holster, embossed with the initials “H.S.”. This exact revolver was sold by Brian Lebel at his Old West Auction. A copy of the auction listing is included in the provenance. CONDITION: Very good, as totally re-built, engraved and refinished. Revolver is a smooth gray-brown finish overall, with some roughness at muzzle end of bbl. Engraving is very sharp and deeply cut. Bbl mark is legible, bbl SN is clear. Frame no. is clear. Cyl base pin screw is missing. Grip is well worn, but completely in tact, no missing pieces. Box is very good with scratches and handling marks overall. Holster is very good and intact. An opportunity to purchase a revolver said to have belonged to Jack Case, who was a very famous Wild West Show performer in the early part of the 20th Century. Case worked for the Miller Brothers 101 Wild West Show. 50935-5 TEP (14,000-16,000) – Lot 2344

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2345
$0.00

EXCEPTIONAL COLT PALL MALL LONDON SINGLE ACTION 450 BOXER.

SN 38877. Cal. 450 Boxer. 5-1/2″ bbl. Bright English blue finish throughout with 1-pc walnut grips and bulls-eye ejector. Single line “Pall Mall/Colt” address on bbl with 3-line patent dates on frame. Trigger guard marked “45 CAL”, “B” indicating the 450 Boxer caliber. Case colored hammer and provision for lanyard on butt. Black powder frame. Manufacture 1877. Accompanied by factor letter indicating: caliber 45 Boxer; bbl length not listed; finish blue; types of stock not listed; special notation “short bbl”; shipped to Colt’s Patent Fire-Arms Mfg. Company, London Agency, London, England; date of shipment December 31, 1877; guns in shipment 168. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with much original English blue finish remaining. Case colors on hammer are in protected areas. Grips are very exceptional with no cracks or material loss. Bore and mechanics are excellent and chambers have not been modified for the later Colt cartridges. Appropriate English proofs on bottom of bbl. Matching numbers throughout inclusive of bbl, cylinder, frame, backstrap and trigger guard. A very much above average Pall Mall London Colt. 50935-14 TDW (14,000-16,000) – Lot 2345

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2346
$14,950.00

RARE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY “OFFICER’S MODEL” CAVALRY REVOLVER NICKEL PLATED HENRY NETTLETON INSPECTED WITH OFFICER’S BELT AND HOLSTER RIG.

SN 50215. Cal .45 Colt, 7-1/2″ bbl, full-nickel finish with case colored hammer, blue screws and trigger. 1-pc plain walnut grip. SN’s match on frame, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder, and grip. SN on bbl is 0115 which is a possible mistake when originally stamped. Bbl address is of the correct bold type with a dbl line under the “O” of “Co”. Bbl has “C” over “G” inspector initials near ejector rod stud. Bottom of bbl is stamped “P” and “H.N.” at the breech end. Ejector rod has donut head. Frame has correct 3-line Patent mark on forward left side with “U.S.” to the right of it. Frame is stamped “H.N.” over the SN. Loading gate and bottom of frame under trigger guard is stamped with assembly number “2030”. Trigger guard is stamped “H.N.” under SN. Backstrap is stamped “H.N.” behind hammer on apron. Cylinder is stamped “H.N.” and “P” along with the last 4-digits of SN on rear periphery of cylinder. Rear face of cylinder has “O” and “S” inspector marks between chambers. Hammer is case colored with coarse knurling. Hammer is stamped “H.N.” on left side. Grips have “1878” over a “JEG” cartouche in an oval. This is the cartouche of John E. Greer ordnance inspector. Right butt of grip is stamped “H.N.”. Belt and holster rig has a correct Cavalry Model 1881 holster with U.S. embossed on the front of flap and a lanyard ring in the toe plug. Holster has 2-hole flap. Holster is of commercial manufacturer with a “Burgess & Co. Meriden CT” maker cartouche on the back of the loop. Holster loop also has a partially legible marking at the top of loop, that appears to be some sort of Cavalry mark. Commercial Patent leather belt has saber straps on left side and is mounted with an officer’s buckle. Belt has a makers cartouche on the tongue, which reads “Babcock & Co. formerly – Ker & McKenney, 1 Grand Street, New York. This revolver is listed by SN in “Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers … a continuing study” by Kopec and Fenn on page 161. Also accompanying this revolver is a Colt factory letter showing shipment of this revolver to the US Government on August 24, 1878 in a shipment of 200 guns. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl retains 20% orig nickel in protected areas with the balance turning a steel gray patina, there is light pitting overall with some roughness at the muzzle. Front sight is full-sized. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Ejector rod housing retains 50% nickel finish with wear on outer edge and some pitting towards muzzle. Ejector rod head retains 20% nickel with some pitting on outer edge. Frame retains 50-60% nickel finish with sharp markings, some light pitting on top strap. Trigger guard retains 20% nickel, mainly in front of trigger guard, balance is a silver gray patina with some light pitting overall. Backstrap also retains about 20% nickel finish, mainly on the apron and butt, with the balance a silver gray patina with light pitting. All marks are sharp. Hammer retains considerable traces of case colored finish, especially on the right side. Inspector mark is sharp. Screws show a considerable amount of blue finish, as does the trigger. Cylinder retains 50-60% nickel finish with spots of erosion, especially on 1 chamber. All markings are sharp. Chambers are very good. Grip has dull oil finish, very slight shrinkage, and readable cartouche on left side. Inspector mark on butt is crisp. Holster and belt are very good to fine. Holster is un-crazed and has verdigris stains on brass parts. Maker cartouche is faint, but readable. Belt is a crazed black patent leather finish overall with some edge wear and a readable cartouche. Buckle is fine and shows no trace of ever have been silver plated. A rare opportunity to obtain a scarce Colt U.S. SAA Nettleton inspected nickel plated Cavalry Revolver with an original Officer’s rig. 49973-491 TEP (12,000-20,000) – Lot 2346

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2347
$0.00

COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER ETCHED BARREL ENGLISH CASED WITH BRITISH PROOFS.

SN 103585. Cal. 44/40. 7-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. 1-pc varnished walnut grip. Bbl shows a 1-line address on top with Colt Frontier Six Shooter in an etched panel on left side. “44” is stamped on bottom of bbl, along side small British proofs. Frame has 3-line patent mark on left side. “44CF” is stamped on left forward trigger guard bow. SN’s match on frame, trigger guard, backstrap, bbl, and cyl. Grips were not removed, but appear absolutely orig to this gun. Cyl shows small British proof marks. Case is made of oak in the English style, with a medallion on lid, red lining, and a cartridge block. Case contains an ebony cleaning rod and screwdriver, also an oil bottle. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl retains considerable blue finish in protected areas that has drifted to a pleasing plumb-brown patina, with very little roughness and only a few scratches. Bbl address is sharp. Etched panel is excellent and clearly legible. Frame shows 10-20% case color, especially in protected areas. Trigger guard and backstrap show 20% blue in protected areas, blending with a gray-brown patina on the straps. Cyl is a gray-brown patina overall, with considerable blue in the flutes, and some slight roughness. All markings are sharp and clear. Hammer shows traces of case color. Trigger shows considerable fire-blue. Grip is about fine, retaining nearly all orig varnish finish, with only some small dents and high point wear. Butt is slightly battered. Case is very good with mars and scratches overall. Lining has been replaced. Accessories are very good. A fine Colt Single Action Frontier Six Shooter, manufactured in 1884 and shipped to the London market. 50938-1 TEP (10,000-12,000) – Lot 2347

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2348
$7,187.50

*EXCEPTIONAL COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY 7-1/2″, 32 WCF.

SN 249268. Cal. 32 WCF. Blue and case color finish and fitted with 2-pc Colt hard rubber grips with rampant Colt motif. 2-line patent markings and is accompanied with factory letter. Shipped November 24, 1903, to Pacific Hardware and Steel Company, San Francisco, CA. Pacific Hardware and Steel was a large Pacific retailer with retail outlets in San Francisco, Sacramento, and Portland, OR. CONDITION: Superb overall, with spectacular bright and vivid case colors on frame and hammer. Most all deep Colt blue finish remains on bbl, ejector rod and cyl. Trigger guard and backstrap are blue as well with finish thinning. Slight loss of finish on bbl left hand side from holster use. Excellent bore and mechanics. A fine California shipped single action with factory documentation. 50935-6 TDW (7,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 2348

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2349
$0.00

COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER U.S. ISSUE WITH INDIAN DEPARTMENT STAMP. IN A STUDDED 2-LOOP HOLSTER.

SN 30511. Cal. 45. 5-1/8″ bbl. Nickel finish. 2-pc ivory grips with carved steer-head on right side. Bbl has 1-line address and is numbered to this gun. Frame shows a 2-line patent mark on left side with U.S. over “ID” to the rear. SNs match on frame, bbl, trigger guard, cyl, and backstrap. “HK” is stamped over SN on frame. “H” is also stamped below the SN on cyl. No other inspector marks are visible. Grips are old 2-pc ivory that appear to have been on this gun for a long time. Ejector rod housing is a replacement and bbl has been shortened to the present length. Holster is of the 2-loop Mexican design and has been decorated with 22 brass studs. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good for this type of revolver. Bbl shows 10% nickel finish in protected areas, with the balance being a dark-brown patina. Heavy muzzle wear. Sharp bbl address. Frame shows 10% nickel in protected areas, with sharp patent date and U.S. ID mark. SNs are sharp. Grips have a wonderful deep mellow patina with age cracks. Left grip is missing a chip at toe, with a repair to upper portion. Holster is very good and intact. Studs show deep patina with verdigris all around. This is a very colorful Colt Single Action revolver with holster with possible U.S. Indian Department association. 50935-8 TEP (7,000-8,000) IVORY – Lot 2349

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2350
$9,200.00

*EXCEPTIONAL COLT SAA .38 SPECIAL WITH BOX.

SN 356921. Cal. 38 Special. 5-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case colored finish with deluxe checkered walnut grips with rampant Colt medallions. Manufactured 1939. With numbers matching Colt box with exceptional label indicating current configuration, Wood/Blue. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Prime example with virtually no finish loss and only the slightest trace of cyl line. Grips are near perfect with only the slightest amount of edge wear from box storage. Bore and mechanics crisp. Box is very fine with strong label, including cleaning rod but does suffer from some distress at top corners. 50823-5 TDW (6,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 2350

2351
$0.00

*VERY FINE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY 4-3/4″ BARREL 32 W.C.F.

SN 251852. Cal. 32-20 WCF. 4-3/4″ bbl. Blue and case colored finish with 2-pc rampant Colt hard rubber grips. 2-line bbl address with 2-line patent dates. Accompanied with Colt factory letter indicating: blue finish; type of stocks not listed; shipped to Bering Cortes Hardware Company, Houston, Texas; date of shipment February 29, 1904; guns in shipment 6. CONDITION: Fine overall condition, with traces of case color finish in protected areas with similar traces of blue finish on protected areas. Balance has turned a pleasant patina finish overall. Bore and mechanics are very fine. 2-pc hard rubber grips are exceptional with no cracking or material loss whatsoever. Small inscription of “HH” on bottom of grips appears to be a period application. Classic Cowboy-era single action with great eye appeal. 50935-10 TDW (6,000-7,000) C&R – Lot 2351

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2352
$0.00

*HISTORIC MARSHAL RALPH L. HOOKER COLT SINGLE ACTION.

SN 241170. Cal. 45. Blue and case color finish with 7-1/2″ bbl and 1-pc mother of pearl grips. Manufactured 1903 and is accompanied with a fine rigid russet brown drop holster. A signed affidavit regarding the acquisition of the revolver and a short tutorial regarding the career of Marshal Hooker, a cowboy, shooting exhibitionist and lawman in Missouri and Arizona. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with a very pleasing and even patinaed finish. Traces of case color are evident in very protected areas. Blue finish still prevalent in protected areas of bbl and ejector rod. Spectacular well fitting and vibrant mother of pearl grips have no damage or material loss whatsoever. Holster is exceptional with fine stitching, while leather is supple and live with exceptionally fine fit. 50935-12 TDW (6,000-7,000) C&R – Lot 2352

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2353
$0.00

HISTORIC TEXAS LAWMAN R.D. “BOSS” THORP COLT SINGLE ACTION.

SN 87074. Cal. 44. Blue and case color finish with wood grips. 4-3/4″ bbl. Shipped to Hartley & Graham, New York, New York, March 30, 1883. Accompanied by Colt factor letter and signed affidavit from family of R.D. “Boss” Thorp, Chief of Police of Austin, TX. Born in Jollyville, TX. Played baseball and became an iconic lawman. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with carved wood grips. Moderate holster wear at muzzle and leading edges of cyl from years of carry. Bore and mechanics are fine. Some later replacement screws and cyl pin appear to have been installed at an earlier date. Cyl is a period replacement by SN. A great piece of Western heritage. 50935-9 TDW (6,000-7,000) – Lot 2353

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2354
$5,750.00

PRIME ‘LOT 5’CUSTER RANGE AINSWORTH INSPECTED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY ARTILLERY REVOLVER.

SN 5059. Cal. 45. This revolver, SN 5059 places it in ‘Lot Five’ of the Ainsworth-inspected Single Action Cavalry revolvers. The 600 ‘Lot Five’ revolvers are considered to be the pistols primarily issued to Custer’s 7th Cavalry and carried at the Battle of Little Bighorn in June 1876. This revolver falls within a group of identified 7th Cavalry revolvers that include SNs 5100 just above subject gun (Custer Battle pickup), 4949 and 4955 just below subject gun. Other documented artillery revolvers listed by Kopec & Fenn include: 5011, 5013, 5039, 5040, 5046, 5048, 5053, 5054, 5071 and 5082. CONDITION: Very good as refinished and re-blued. Markings are weak, matching SNs are crisp on frame and trigger guard, barely discernible on cylinder, but present. No bbl address is visible. Trigger guard has heavily worn SN which is not totally discernible but is not matching. 2-pc wood grips are added as is the braised sporting sight. 51052-4 JS (5,000-7,000) – Lot 2354

2355
$0.00

*VERY FINE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY 4-3/4″ BARREL .38 WCF.

SN 206872. Cal. 38 WCF. 4-3/4″ bbl. Blue and case color finish with 2-pc rampant Colt hard rubber grips. 2-line bbl address and 2-line patent dates. Bbl marked 38 W.C.F. Matching numbers. Accompanied with Colt factory letter shipped March 11, 1901, to Simmons Hardware Company in St. Louis, Missouri, cal. 38/40 with 4-3/4″ bbl. Blue and case color finish and stocks not listed. CONDITION: Fine overall, with most orig finish having turned dove grey. Traces of blue finish in protected areas. Exceptional bore and mechanics. 2-pc grips have moderate wear but are very pleasing with a very small stress crack in left panel at screw. Very pleasing single action. 50935-13 TDW (5,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 2355

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2356
$4,312.50

*COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH SPARE 45ACP CYLINDER, EXTRA SET OF STAG GRIPS AND HEISER HOLSTER.

SN 353682. Cal. 45LC/45ACP. 7-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. Bbl shows 1-line address on top with model and cal mark on left side. Frame shows 2-line patent mark on left side. Rampant Colt logo without a circle to the rear. SN matches on frame, trigger guard, backstrap, and grips. Last 2 digits of SN are stamped on rear face of 45LC cyl. 45ACP cyl is not marked, but bears a star proof on front face. Extra stag-horn grips. Heiser holster is a dbl loop Mexican style, with floral tooling and rawhide binding on seam. Heiser logo is stamped on flap under toe. “VL & A Chicago” is stamped on the hold down loop. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl and ejector rod housing retain 90% blue finish, with some muzzle wear and sharp markings. Front-sight is full-sized. Bore is bright. Frame retains 50% case color with balance a silver-gray patina. There is some staining on right side near trigger. Backstrap and trigger guard retain 20% blue finish in protected areas. Hammer shows 80-90% orig case color. All markings are sharp and clear. Both cyls retain 80-90% blue finish, with slight drag marks. Grips are very good, with a repair on the inside of left grip, around escutcheon. Stag grips are very good. Heiser holster is also in very good condition. A very nice Colt Single Action revolver with a spare cyl that enables the use of both 45LC and 45ACP cartridges. 50917-1 TEP (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 2356

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2357
$3,737.50

*ENGRAVED GOLD INLAID COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH STAGHORN GRIPS.

SN 316631. Cal. 32WCF. 5-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. 2-pc stag grips. This revolver is elaborately scrolled engraved with nearly full coverage. Engraving is bordered by 2 gold bands at the muzzle and breach of the bbl. Frame engraving is also bordered in gold. Cyl flutes are gold bordered with 2 rings around the rear periphery of the cyl.There is a bison head inlaid in gold on left rear recoil shield. The initials “RMS” are inlaid in gold into the apron of backstrap behind hammer. Engraving is expertly accomplished with a very fine stippled background. Bbl mounts a custom King front-sight. Bbl markings have been engraved over. Patent mark on left side of frame is present. No’s match on frame, trigger guard and backstrap. Trigger guard no’s have been re-stamped. CONDITION: Fine as refinished. Bbl and ejector housing contain 98% blue finish, as does the cyl, hammer, trigger guard, and backstrap. Frame shows nearly complete case coloring through the engraving. Grips are very good but do not fit well along backstrap. A very attractive Colt Single Action Army revolver that was orig manufactured in 1911 and was totally customized at a later date. 50758-1 TEP (3,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 2357

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2358
$4,600.00

*COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY EJECTORLESS MODEL REVOLVER.

SN 235613. Cal. 41 Colt. 3″ bbl, blue and case color finish, 2-pc Mother of Pearl grips. Bbl has standard 2-line address on top with index mark and cal mark on left side. There is a small “41” stamped on bottom of bbl in front of frame. Frame has 2-line patent mark at forward left side with Rampant Colt logo in circle to the right. Loading gate has assembly number 594 on rear face. Assembly number 594 is also stamped on frame under trigger guard. SN matches on frame, trigger guard and backstrap. Cyl is unmarked. Grips are unmarked and have a “low screw” design. Hammer has course knurling with margin. Frame has correct profile for this model and no evidence of weld. Consignor states that this revolver was found over 50 years ago in pieces in a shoebox with all parts disassembled, including the bbl. Revolver was very rusty and pitted and was cleaned and reassembled with some parts replaced. There is a very slight gap between the breech end of bbl and frame as a result of this cleaning. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl has a silver/gray patina overall with sharp markings and full size front sight. Bore is dark but has visible rifling and some stains. Frame has been cleaned and is slightly undersized at the forward left side where there was some heavy pitting. There is also heavy pitting on the inside of the top strap and inside bottom of frame which has been cleaned. Trigger guard and backstrap are both a dark brown patina that has been cleaned with some staining on the forestrap behind trigger. Backstrap is a plum/brown patina. Main spring has been replaced and some screws have been replaced. All markings are legible. Cyl is a plum/gray patina overall with edge wear and good chambers, with a slight drag mark. Grips have a repair at the toe on the left side and a chip off the heel on the right side. Grips show nice figure. Grips are also heavily rust stained on the inside. A good old Sheriff’s Model six-shooter that has been given a second chance. 50479-1 (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 2358

2359
$3,450.00

COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER CAVALRY ISSUE.

SN 14456. Cal. 45 LC. 7-1/2″ bbl, nickel finish, walnut grips. CONDITION: Good. Revolver retains traces of nickel finish in protected areas of frame. Balance has been polished bright and blends well with remaining nickel. Bbl shows a clear address with correct-type ejector. Bbl is numbered to gun, and inspected with a “C” next to the locating stud. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Frame shows nickel in protected areas balanced polished bright to match nickel. Cylinder has been polished overall shows a clear SN and A inspector stamp. A stamp is also visible on bbl, trigger guard, and backstrap. Hammer is good. Grip straps show traces of nickel balanced polished bright. Grips are replacements. Frame is marked “US” on left side. No caliber mark is visible on trigger guard. Comes with John Kopec letter dated October 5, 1979 discussing this revolver. A good representative example of an early nickel-plated US Single Action with Ainsworth inspector marks. 50038-1 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 2359

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2360
$0.00

*COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

SN 201953. Cal. 38 WCF. 4-3/4″ bbl, blue finish, checkered hard rubber grips. CONDITION: Very good. Revolver retains 40-50% blue finish. Bright in protected areas. Vivid case color in the corners of frame. Nice screws. Orig grips with slight damage at toe of left grip. Hand needs tuning otherwise good honest working gun. 50039-1 (3,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 2360

2361
$0.00

COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER.

SN 179157. Cal. 44-40. 5-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. Hard rubber stocks with Colt medallion. Bbl shows 1-line address on top with Colt frontier Six Shooter logo rolled onto left side. Frame shows 2-line patent date on left side with rampant Colt logo in a circle to rear. SN on frame, trigger guard, and backstrap match. Cyl is un-numbered. Grips have last 4 digits of no’s scratched inside. The initials “TJC” are scratched on the inside of both grips, as is the name “TJ Chapel”, and what appears to be “Marlow Vol.” CONDITION: Very good. Revolver is a gray-brown patina overall, with traces of blue on the bbl and frame. Bbl address and logo are somewhat washed out. Front-sight is full-sized. Frame is a silver-gray patina overall with sharp patent mark. Colt logo is somewhat washed out. Frame screws are replacements. Cyl is a gray-brown patina with some roughness at the muzzle end. Trigger guard and backstrap are a gray-brown patina. Grips are very good with sharp checkering and clear logo and one small chip at bottom of right grip. Grips have turned a pleasing chocolate color, which is common to this vintage of Colt. A good old Frontier Six Shooter manufactured in 1898. 50988-7 TEP (2,500-5,000) – Lot 2361

2362
$2,875.00

RARE COLT D.F.C. SOUTH CAROLINA MILITIA INSPECTED SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

SN 84168. Cal. 45 LC. 7-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. 1-pc walnut grip. Bbl shows 1-line address on top and “P” over “D.F.C.” on bottom of bbl in front of cyl panel. Bbl also shows “G” and “C” behind ejector rod stud. “416?” stamped under ejector rod. Frame shows 3-line Colt patent mark on forward left side, with U.S. to the rear. “D.F.C.” is stamped above SN on frame. SN matches on frame, bbl, trigger guard, backstrap, and cyl. Grip was not removed. Butt of grip is stamped “S.C.” in large letters. Grip shows remnants of white paint decoration on both sides. In “Colt Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers a Continuing Study” by Kopec and Fenn on page 141, it is noted “there are 2 revolvers #84154 and #84318 with SC stamped on their buttstraps. It is believed these revolvers were originally part of a group of 30, which was issued to the State of South Carolina on July 22, 1885.” The revolver herein described has a SN that falls between these 2 numbers, which seems to confirm the fact that this revolver was also in that shipment of 30 guns.” CONDITION: About Good. Revolver shows a heavy patinated somewhat crusty finish overall, which has not been cleaned. All markings are legible. Front sight is full-sized. Cyl base pin screw is missing. Ejector rod housing is also missing. Hammer is correct with long knurling. Grip fits very well and appears orig to this gun. A very colorful old U.S. Cavalry revolver with orig parts that without doubt saw service in the S.C. Militia. 51052-1 TEP (2,500-5,000) – Lot 2362

2363
$0.00

*CHOICE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER FROM THE DUMONT COLLECTION.

SN 219751. Cal. 41. 5-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. 2-pc checkered hard rubber grips with Colt medallion. Bbl shows correct 1-line address on top with cal mark on left side. Frame shows 2-line patent mark on left side with rampant Colt logo in circle to rear. Frame, trigger guard, and backstrap show matching SNs. Loading gate shows assembly no. “708” on rear face. Frame no. was not checked. Loading gate fits. Inside of right grip is scratched “Melvin Burnett”. Cyl is unmarked. Consignor states this revolver was purchased from an Alaskan dealer who aquired it out of the John S. DuMont Collection. Additional information about Mr. DuMont accompanies this lot. PROVENANCE: Ex. John S. DuMont Coll. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl is a smooth silver-gray patina overall, with a sharp address and cal mark and traces of blue in protected areas. Bore is frosty with sharp rifling. Frame is a smooth gray-brown patina overall with traces of case color in gullets in front of cyl. Frame markings are sharp. Trigger guard is a silver-gray patina overall with traces of blue around front of trigger-guard bow. SN is sharp. Backstrap is also a smooth gray-brown patina with traces of blue in apron and on butt. Hammer shows faint traces of case color with sharp knurling. Cyl is gray-brown patina overall with slight traces of blue in the flutes. Chambers are good. Grips are very good with a few dents. 51041-1 TEP (2,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 2363

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2364
$4,025.00

COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER IN SHADOW BOX CASING.

SN 69833. Cal. 45. 5″ bbl. Satin nickel finish. Scrolled engraved with 2-pc stag-horn grips. Engraving is of the scroll style and well executed. Factory bbl address has been removed. Front-sight is a replacement. 3-line patent date on frame. 45cal on left forward trigger guard bow. SN matches on frame, trigger guard and backstrap. CONDITION: Fine, as totally refinished. Revolver was not removed from case, so no further examination was possible. Accompanied by a Colt factory letter showing orig shipment on August 25, 1881 to Simmons Hardware Co., St. Louis, Missouri, in a group of 50 guns. 50385-5 TEP (2,500-4,500) – Lot 2364

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2365
$2,300.00

*COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER FIRST GENERATION 357 MAGNUM CALIBER.

SN 356606. Cal. 357MAG. 5-1/2″ bbl. Full nickel finish. Colt hard rubber grips with medallions. Bbl shows 1-line bbl address with model and cal mark on left side. Frame shows 2-line patent date with rampant Colt logo to rear without a circle. SN matches on frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. Cyl is un-numbered. Grips are numbered to gun. CONDITION: Very good. Revolver retains 90% orig nickel overall that has turned slightly frosty. Front-sight has been filed. Bbl address and cal mark is sharp. Patent mark on frame is sharp. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Chambers are clean. Grips fit well, but have been over tightened, which has collapsed the escutcheon support on the left grip, allowing the screw to protrude to right grip. This can be repaired. A very good Colt Single Action Army revolver with a rare finish and cal for this model. 50244-1 TEP (2,000-3,500) C&R – Lot 2365

2366
$4,312.50

ENGRAVED COLT SAA REVOLVER WITH TWO PIECE IVORY GRIPS.

SN 75024. Cal. 38SPL. 5-1/2″ bbl. Full nickel finish. Engraved in a scroll motif. This revolver began life in 1882 as a 45 cal. At some point it was converted to 38spl using a Colt bbl and cyl. At this time, revolver was scroll engraved, fully nickel plated, and mounted with 2-pc ivory grips. The engraving is well executed and attractive. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine, as totally refinished. Nearly all of nickel finish remains. All markings are sharp on the bbl. 3-line patent date is visible on frame. Front-sight has been reshaped. Ivory grips are non factory (Art Jewel Company, 1985 dated) but bear colt medallions on either side. An attractive old black powder antique 6-shooter that has been given a new life. 50988-8 TEP (1,500-3,000) IVORY – Lot 2366

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2367
$2,012.50

COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER ARTILLERY MODEL.

SN 13383. Cal. 45LC. 5-1/2″ bbl. Blue finish. Staghorn grips. Bbl shows an early script address in 1-line. Left side of frame shows 2-line patent date with U.S. stamped on rear. SN appears only on frame. Trigger guard and backstrap are un-marked. “P” and “A” inspector marks are on the bottom of bbl. Cyl is numbered 8644 with “R.A.C.” inspector mark and “P” proof at rear of cyl. 2-pc heavy stag grips. Front of muzzle has been heavily rounded off. This is an Artillery Model U.S. Colt Single Action that appears to have been in a fire. CONDITION: Fair. Revolver has a dark gray-black appearance overall, with areas of heavy erosion on many parts as a result of a fire. Grips are good and very heavy. An old Colt Six Shooter that has seen better days, but sure must have a story to tell. 50758-2 TEP (600-800) – Lot 2367

2368
$1,092.50

*COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY BISLEY REVOLVER WITH BONE GRIPS.

SN 323222. Cal. 38 WCF. 4-3/4″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. 2-pc bone grips. 2-line bbl address. Cal mark on left side. 2-line patent address on left side of frame with rampant Colt logo in circle. SNs match on fame, trigger guard, and backstrap. Loading gate has assembly no. “84” on rear face. Cyl is unmarked. CONDITION: Good. Bbl address is faint but readable. Bbl is a lightly pitted silver-gray patina overall. Front-sight is full-sized. Cal mark is faint. Bore is dark. Frame is a gray lightly pitted patina overall. Frame marks are faint. SNs are strong. Hammer spur has been polished smooth. Safety notch is broken. Grips are good and only missing a small chip at right toe. A colorful old Bisley Six Shooter with interesting grips that have been there and done that. 51052-3 TEP (800-1,200) C&R – Lot 2368

2369
$0.00

*ENGRAVED GOLD INLAID COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH 2 PIECE FAUX-IVORY GRIPS.

SN 11016SA. Cal. 45. 5-1/2″ bbl. Full blue finish. Scroll engraved with gold inlays. This revolver was engraved by J.R. French of Irving, Texas, whose name appears on butt-strap. Revolver is scroll engraved overall. Bbl has gold bands at muzzle and breech. Gold floral inlay on ejector rod housing. Frame engraving is also bordered by gold. Cyl has 2 gold bands around the rear periphery. Recoil shield has eagle head inlaid on left side. Colt logo on right side of frame is gold inlaid also. Backstrap has a 5-point Texas star inlaid into the apron, with gold borders intertwining down the backstrap. Trigger guard has small gold inlay on toe end. Engraving is very nicely accomplished, with intertwining scroll work, checkerboard work, and a fine punch-dot background. 2-pc faux-ivory grips have gold Colt medallions and some scroll engraving on right grip. SNs match on frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. Cyl is un-numbered. Grips are marked “AJAX #1”. Revolver is housed in a red velvet lined mahogany box. CONDITION: Fine, as totally refinished. Revolver retains nearly all of its full-blue finish. All markings are sharp. There are a few minuscules at dents at heel of butt strap. Box is in very good condition. A nicely executed elaborately engraved gold inlaid Second Generation Colt Single Action. 50935-7 TEP (7,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 2369

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2370
$0.00

*SPECTACULAR EARLY 2ND GEN COLT SINGLE ACTION .38 SPECIAL.

SN 11108SA. Cal. 38 SPECIAL. 7-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case colored finish with factory hard rubber rampant Colt grips. Mfg. 1957, second year production. CONDITION: Exceptional overall, with most all 1950’s blue finish remaining. Virtually all rich case colors remain on frame. Proper second generation hammer still bright on sides, slight finish wear on backstrap, top of hammer and muzzle from use. Slight evidence of damage to top of front sight, and front corner of left grip. A very fine example of one of the least common second generation Colt Single Actions. 50935-11 TDW (6,000-7,000) C&R – Lot 2370

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2371
$4,600.00
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Please Note: Great News!! The engraver’s name, Hans A. Pfeiffer, was discovered on the frame.

*ENGRAVED IN GOLD INLAY COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER 2ND GENERATION WITH 1-PIECE IVORY GRIP.

SN 55378SA. Cal. 45. 7-1/2″ bbl. Blue finish. 1-pc ivory grip. Revolver is nicely engraved in a scroll style. There are dbl gold bands at muzzle and breech of bbl. The frame engraving is also bordered in gold, as are the flutes on the cyl and the rear periphery of cyl. Engraving on backstrap and trigger guard also has a gold inlaid border. Engraving is nicely accomplished and is of fairly deep relief. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine. Revolver retains 98% blue finish overall, with very little apparent wear. Grips are fine. This is a very attractive 2nd generation Colt Six Shooter that has been wonderfully embellished. 50626-5 TEP (4,000-6,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 2371

2372
$2,875.00

*SUPERB COLT SECOND GENERATION SAA .38 SPECIAL WITH BOX.

SN 4706SA. Cal. 38 Special. 5-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case colored finish. Factory hard rubber grips. 1956 1st year production for the 2nd generation SAA. With proper black box with correct label and accessories. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Prime overall with only the slightest trace of a turn line on cyl. Retains most all orig blue finish with only trace loss on end of ejector rod housing from box wear. Most all bright and vivid case colors with minute loss of finish on loading gate from box storage. Grips are like new as are mechanics and bore. Box is exceptional with strong label, minor distress on interior from gun being in box, complete with instructions and cleaning rod. 50823-6 TDW (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 2372

2373
$2,587.50

*COLT SECOND GENERATION SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER IN A COLT BOX NUMBERED TO THE GUN.

SN 19171SA. Cal. 45LC. 5-1/2″ bbl. Full nickel finish. Colt hard rubber grips with medallions. Bbl shows a 1-line address on top, with model and cal mark on left side. Right side of frame shows 2-line patent mark with rampant Colt logo, to the rear without a circle. SNs match on frame, trigger guard, backstrap, cyl, and grips. Inside of left grip has “AG Oct-57” scratched inside. Box is correct for this model with cal and bbl length noted on end label and SN written in red wax pencil on bottom. Box contains cleaning brush and 2 instruction sheets. CONDITION: Very fine to excellent. Revolver retains nearly all of orig nickel finish overall, with slight muzzle wear and some scratching on side of hammer. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Cyl is somewhat stained on front face. All markings are sharp and clear. Grips are fine with sharp checkering. Box is very good, with a crack on top and minor edge wear. A really nice 2nd generation Colt Six Shooter in a desirable full nickle finish. 50994-21 TEP (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 2373

2374
$1,552.50

*COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER BISLEY MODEL WITH STAGHORN GRIPS.

SN 269448. Cal. 41. 5-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. Stag grips. Bbl shows 1-line Colt address and model/cal mark on left side. Left side of frame shows 2-line patent date with rampant Colt in circle. SN’s match on frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. Initials “H.L.W.” on bottom of backstrap. CONDITION: Good. Revolver has been polished and refinished overall. Front-sight is trimmed. Bbl marks are visible. Frame mark is sharp. Cyl is unmarked. Grips are good. A good ole Colt that was once a prize possession of its owner. 50988-4 TEP (600-800) C&R – Lot 2374

2375
$2,300.00

*STUNNING COLT THIRD GENERATION SHERIFF’S MODEL WITH DUAL CYLINDER NICKEL FINISH IN FITTED DISPLAY CASE.

SN SA42306. Cal. 44-40/44 SPL. Factory Colt dual cylinder sheriff’s model with 3″ bbl and 2-pc walnut grips. Cal. 44-40 and 44 Special interchangeable fitted cylinders. 2-line patent date on frame with rampant Colt. Bbl marked “Colt Sheriff’s Model” with 2-line Colt address on bbl. On left side of bbl uniquely marked “COLT SAA 44 CAL”. Manufactured 1980 and is presented in a fitted glass-top, velvet lined walnut display case. PROVENANCE: Gerard Ruth Collection. CONDITION: Absolutely new condition, new no cyl turnlines or any other form of distress. Grips and nickel finish are perfect. Case has been housed in its orig shipping sleeve and has no blemishes or distress. Sleeve is getting rather weather beaten. 51036-27 TDW (2,500-4,500) – Lot 2375

2376
$0.00

SCARCE COLT 1877 LIGHTNING STOREKEEPERS MODEL WITH PERIOD HOLSTER.

SN 44760. Cal. 38. 4-1/2″ nickel plated bbl. Front blade sight, left side of bbl with etched panel. Top of bbl with 2-line Hartford address. 6-shot rebated cylinder. 2-pc hard rubber checkered grips with Rampant Colt on top. Accompanied by Colt factory letter confirming current configuration and stating gun shipped to E.K. Tryon, Jr. & Company, Philadelphia, PA 7/3/1883. Holster is nicely tooled in repeating floral pattern with metal belt clip. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G. W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl retains 90-95% strong orig nickel plating with only minor loss at muzzle. Cyl retains 50-60% orig nickel. Frame and top strap retain approx 90% orig nickel. Some fire-blue left on back of hammer and trigger. Front and backstrap retain most of their orig nickel. Grips are excellent with minor carry wear. Holster is very good as period used with minor drying and craquelure. Stitching appears very good. 49973-194 JSL140 (2,500-4,500) – Lot 2376

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2377
$1,725.00

COLT 1877 LIGHTNING DOUBLE ACTION ETCHED PANEL STOREKEEPER WITH PICTURE BOX.

SN 4583. Cal. 38 Colt. 3-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case colored finish with 1-pc checkered walnut grips, long flute cyl. Ejectorless model with long knurled cyl pin. 1st model nickel front sight with (Colt D.A. 38) etched panel on bbl. Accompanied by appropriate Colt picture box indicating 3-1/2″ bbl and cal. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Fine condition with strong etched panel on bbl. Much bright case colors still remain on frame. 1-pc checkered walnut grips are very fine. Manufactured 1878 and with most Lightning dbl actions, action is sticky and needs attention. Box has most of orig picture label present, but has has some previous restoration to interior and corners. 50823-20 TDW (1,500-2,750) – Lot 2377

2378
$575.00

LOT OF TWO COLT POCKET REVOLVERS. ONE WITH HOLSTER AND BELT.

SN 135411,182713. 1) Model 1877 D.A. Cal. 38 COLT. 2-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. 2-pc hard rubber grips. Contemporary hardware store belt and holster rig. Bbl shows 2-line address on top. Model and cal mark on left side. 3-line patent date is stamped on left side of frame with rampant Colt logo in circle to rear. Holster is of the hardware style, with application stamped on loop. Holster is floral decorated. Belt is also floral decorated with a large clip corner buckle. 2) Model 1849 Pocket Cal. 31. 4″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. 1-pc walnut grip. Bbl shows 2-line address. SN matches on frame, bbl, trigger guard, cyl, and backstrap. Owners initials are scratched on left side of grip. CONDITION: 1) Good to very good. Revolver is a gray-brown patina overall. Front sight is full-sized. Bbl marks and frame marks are clear. Cyl is not marked. Checkering on grips is worn smooth with visible Colt logos. Action functions. Holster and belt is about good with no missing pieces. Finish is crazed overall and somewhat dry. Stitching is broken. 2) Good. Revolver is a mottled gray patina overall with some roughness. Front-sight is replaced. Bbl markings are polished out. Frame shows verdigris strain on left side. Cyl shows traces of cyl scene. Grip is worn with some chips and dents and are battered on butt. A good pair of Colt revolvers for the entry level collector. 51015-5 TEP (1,000-2,000) – Lot 2378

2379
$0.00

COLT MODEL 1878 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER ROLL DIED BARREL.

SN 32984. Cal. 44-40. 7-1/2″ bbl. Full blue finish. 2-pc hard rubber grips with Colt medallion. Bbl shows a 1-line address on top with “Colt Frontier Six Shooter” roll die mark on left side. Bbl is otherwise unmarked. Frame has a rampant Colt logo in a circle on left rear side, and is otherwise unmarked. Assembly no. “125” is stamped on loading gate and on lower left side of grip strap. SN is stamped on toe of butt in front of lanyard loop. Cyl has the last 3-digits of SN stamped on rear face between chambers, along with a “W” inspector mark. Left grip has last 3-digits of SN written in pencil. Right grip is not marked. Left grip also has “KS” scratched on inside. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl retains 50-60% of orig blue finish that has flaked on top into a plumb-brown patina. Bbl address is sharp. Roll die mark on left side is sharp. Front sight is full-sized. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Ejector rod housing shows 20-30% blue finish, with some light scratching and a few dents on outer edge. Frame retains 80% bright-blue finish drifting somewhat to a plumb-brown patina, especially on back and fore-strap of grip. Rampant Colt logo is sharp. Cyl retains 60-70% of blue finish drifting to a plumb-brown patina. Blueberry color is evident in flutes. Hammer shows a considerable amount of fire-blue on top and back, with polished sides. Trigger also shows a considerable amount of fire-blue. Grips are very good with sharp checkering, clear logo, and no brakes. A very nice example of a Colt Model 1878 Double Action Frontier Six Shooter made in 1893. 51007-1 (6,000-8,000) – Lot 2379

2380
$0.00

COLT LIGHTNING SLIDE ACTION RIFLE – SMALL FRAME.

SN 16165. Cal. 22. 23-1/4″ oct bbl, front target type sight soldered in place. Receiver fitted with Lyman sight. Walnut forend and straight grip buttstock. Forend checkered. Hard rubber Rampant Colt logo. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Good. Barrel retains much deep blue and appears to have been shortened. Receiver retains much orig factory high polish blue with heavy freckling on all surfaces. Buttstock has much finish and is cracked into wrist at right side of top tang. Buttplate excellent. Mechanics good but doesn’t lock at half-cock. Bright bore. 50595-49 TJW (2,250-4,000) – Lot 2380

2381
$1,150.00

RARE ORIGINAL 1890 COLT FIREARMS DEALERS CATALOG.

Wonderful illustrated catalog measuring 11-1/2″ x 8-1/2″, wraps, showing all of the Colt arms and parts available, along with re-loading tools, rear sights and some other components by other manufacturers for Colts in 1890. Great companion piece to collector of especially Lightning pistols and rifles as so much of this catalog is dedicated to the various Lightning models. Book has 37 numbered pgs overall; 38th pg is the blank back wrap. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Bound over wraps orig 38-pg. Text is very good with large stain bleeding through from cover to pg 8, paper taped repair to top edge of front decorated wrap. There is a whole punched through all pages in the upper left hand corner, probably for the orig spindle it was kept on. 50823-35 JS (500-1,000) – Lot 2381

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2382
$0.00

LOT OF SIX CARTRIDGE BELTS AND TWO GUN BELTS.

1) 2-3/4″ money belt with 51 large cartridge loops. Billet is stamped “R.T. Frazier Pueblo Colo.” Belt has a steel nickel plated clip corner buckle. 2) 3″ money belt with 53 large cartridge loops. Billet is stamped “Rattan Saddlery Co. Vanhorn” (Vanhorn is in Texas). Belt has heavy stitching on closure and billets. Belt has a steel nickel plated clip corner buckle. 3) 3-1/4″ tooled cartridge belt with buff leather back. Belt has 37 large sized cartridge loops. Belt is stamped under buckle “S.D. Myres El Paso. Tex.” Belt has square steel buckle that is nickel plated with clip corners. 4) 3″ tooled “Ranger Belt”. Billet is stamped “Prosser Martin del Rio. Texas”. Belt has 20 superimposed large cartridge loops for revolver and 26 rifle cartridge loops. Tooling is over all, including billets. Belt has a square cornered brass buckle. Belt has a buff leather back. Belt also has an extension under the billet. 3 rifle cartridges in loops. 5) 3-1/2″ money belt with 51 rifle cartridge loops. Loops could also be used for pistol cartridges. Belt is marked “Shelton Payne Arms Co. Maker, El Paso, Texas”. Belt has a rectangular steel buckle that is nickel plated with clip corners. 6) Early 1-1/2″ tooled cartridge belt with 6 cartridge loops for revolver. No buckle. Belt has “Joe” in the middle on the back side. There is a makers cartouche that says “R.O. West Maker, Marfa, Texas” stamped at the rear of the tongue. Accompanied by a matching tooled cross-draw holster for a 4-3/4″ SAA with a tie-down loop. Holster is marked on the rear “R.O. West Maker, Marfa, Texas”. 7) Very early 1-3/4″ gun belt with billets and U.S. buckle, married to a separate piece of leather that adjusts the size by means of a hook. 8) Very early 2″ plain gun belt with no loops. Billets have tear-drop decoration and white stitching. Buckle is steel, nickel plated with decoration on upper and lower edge. Belt is stamped under the billet “B.F. Denning, Mexia, Texas”. Belt has a single border around the edge. Belt also has a small shoulder strap buckle attached to the billet. Belt is marked on the back in ink “Ramon Eller”. This is a very nice quality belt that merits further research. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: 1) Very good. Belt is dark russet color with slight losses on the bottom edge. Loops are intact. Buckle has 30% nickel, with the balance a brown patina. Mark is clear. 2) Very good. Belt has a russet brown color with some crazing. Stitching is intact. Mark is clear. Slight loss to one cartridge loop. 3) Very good. Belt shows full tooling, even on the billets, with some lower edge wear. It appears that a holster loop was removed from the bottom and liner was restitched. Leather back-loop is broken. Billet is crazed. 4) Very good. Tooling is high quality. Makers mark is clear. 4 bottom loops for rifle cartridges are missing and 1 is slightly damaged. Buckle is a deep mustard patina. 5) Very good. Belt is a russet brown color with intact stitching. Billet has been moved to fit a smaller man. Loops are intact with 17 old rifle cartridges. Mark is faint but readable. Buckle retains nearly all of the dull nickel finish. 6) Good. Belt is dark and crazed. Loops are intact. Name is intact. Maker mark is faint, but readable. Holster is very good. Nicely tooled with wear on the front near the muzzle. Maker’s mark is partly readable. 7) Good. Belt is fragile. Billets and buckle are very good. Buckle has a mustard patina with a sharp U.S. stamp. 8) Very good. Belt is a russet brown finish with white decorative stitching. Markings are sharp. Buckle retains nearly all of the nickel finish. 49973-311 TEP (3,500-5,500) – Lot 2382

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2383
$0.00

LOT OF FOURTEEN ASSORTED PIECES OF LEATHER.

Lot consists of: 1) Pair of small pommel cantina saddle bags marked Heinrich Maker, Mason, Texas. 2) Pair of military saddle bags marked Rock Island Arsenal 1910. 3) Batwing chaps with concho decorations made by N. Porter, Phoenix, Arizona. 4) U.S. belt and saber hanger with U.S. buckle, inspectors mark on billet. 5) U.S. prairie cartridge belt, marked Watervliet Arsenal, U.S. inspected. 6) Mills cartridge belt Span Am War vintage, U.S. buckle. 7) Saddle scabbard marked Stelzig Saddlery Company, Houston, Texas. 8) Saddle scabbard marked W.H. Clay, Brownsville, Texas on both sides. 9) Saddle scabbard marked Padgitt Brothers, Dallas, Texas. 10) Scabbard marked H.P.C. Evers, Brady, Tex. 11) Scabbard no apparent makers mark. 12) Scabbard for M1 Grand Rifle, marked U.S. with metal bolt throat. 13) Scabbard marked Troy Howard Cotulla, Tex. 14) Scabbard unmarked. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: 1) Very good. Bags are intact, finish is crazed. 2) Good. Right bag has been repaired on seam. 3) Very good. Hooks are intact, belt is intact, pockets are good. 4) Very good. Totally intact, buckle shows vertigre stain. 5) Very good. Loops are intact, billet is good, buckle is good. 6) Very good. Loops are intact. 7) Good. Seam is intact, mark is clear, some horse sweat damage. 8) Very good. Seam is intact, straps are crazed. 9) Fair. Mark is clear, considerable horse sweat damage. 10) Very good. Seam is intact, mark is clear, some crazing to leather. 11) Good. Seam has been repaired, shows heavy saddle use. 12) Good. U.S. marking is clear. 13) Good. Seam is intact, toe is broken, mark is clear. 14) Fair. Shows heavy use with repaired scene. 49973-312 TEP (2,100-4,100) – Lot 2383

2384
$3,162.50

GROUP OF 9 MILITARY STYLE HOLSTERS.

Lot consists of: 1) Kriegs Marine Holster and cyl pouch for Colt 51 Navy revolver, with capper. 2) Flap holster by F. Burgess of Meridan, CT. for a Colt Single Action Army. 3) Flap holster for Colt Single Action Army, marked U.S. 4) Flap holster for 1860 Army. 5) Flap holster for 1860 Army. 6) Flap holster for 1860 Army. 7) Civilian flap holster, russet brown. 8) Civil War vintage flap holster. 9) Civil War flap holster. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: 1) Very good. Holster tab is broken, capper is intact, cal pouch. 2) Very good. Seam intact, U.S. is clear. 3) Good. 1 tab is broken, U.S. is partially visible. 4) Fair. Heavily crazed, seam is repaired, tab is missing. 5) Good. Heavily crazed, tab is broken. 6) Very good. Crazed, tab is intact, seam is intact. 7) Very good. Russet color, button is missing. 8) Very good. Seam is intact. 9) Fair. Heavily crazed. 49973-275 TEP (2,715-4,060) – Lot 2384

2385
$0.00

GROUP OF FIVE HOLSTERS.

1) Single loop fully tooled holster for a 4-3/4″ Colt SA stamped with “L.A. Sessums Maker, Longview.Texas”. Holster is fully tooled two-toned with russet color floral work and black stippled background. Holster is lined. Muzzle end of holster is stitched to back-flap. Loop is stitched to back-flap. 2) Tooled Mexican style dbl loop holster for a 4-3/4″ Colt SA. Maker mark is stamped under holster at muzzle “Colorado Saddlery Denver” with a catalog no. of 1815. Holster loops are fully tooled. Skirt is plain. Holster has a basket-weave pattern with border. Back of holster is marked “SA 4-3/4”. Holster was probably made by Heiser of Denver for Colorado Saddlery. 3) Tooled basket-weave pocket holster for a Colt Lightning revolver with 4-1/2″ bbl. Holster has a metal clip mounted on the front face that is missing the top part. Rear of holster is marked “H.P.C. Evers, Brady, Tex”. 4) A unique unmarked single loop holster for a 5-1/2″ Colt SA revolver. Holster has basket-weave tooling on the body. Loop has basket-weave tooling with “7” in the middle. The holster has a rather amateur look about it, but would definitely work. 5) High quality fully tooled, lined holster made for a 5-1/2″ Colt SAA revolver with black binding all around. Loop is sewn to the back. “C.I. Tibiletti, Victoria, Tex.” stamped on the rear below the loop. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: 1) Very good. Stitching is intact. Finish is crazed overall. There is a slight crack at the ejector rod head. Old price tag on rear is for $500.00. 2) Very good. Holster is a russet brown finish overall. Stitching is intact with clear markings and no breaks. 3) Very good. Stitching is intact. Upper clip is missing. Tooling is sharp. Mark is sharp. Holster back has been slotted for belt use. 4) Very good. Stitching is intact. Holster bottom plug appears to be shot out. 5) Very good. Holster is a dark russet brown color. Lining is the same color. Black binding has a minor loss where the cyl hits. Marking is clear. 49973-256 TEP (1,000-2,000) – Lot 2385

2386
$1,150.00

LOT OF 12 PAIRS OF COLT REVOLVER GRIPS.

4 pair for the 1860 Army; 1 pair for a Colt pocket revolver; 4 pair of Colt hard rubber grips with medallion; 1 pair of hard rubber grips of undetermined type; and 2 pair of Navy size 1-pc “certifiable antique ivory” grips, 1 of which is checkered. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good overall, with the exception of 1 pair of broken hard rubber grips, and a chip out of the grip of undetermined type. A chance to purchase an assortment of grips assembled by Bill Stewart of Sonora, Texas, because they may come in handy some day, as they surely will for the purchaser of this lot. 49973-384 TEP (800-1,200) IVORY – Lot 2386

2387
$0.00

GROUP OF FIVE HOLSTER AND BELT RIGS.

1) Unmarked single loop Mexican holster on 2-1/4″ cartridge belt, with clip corner buckle. 2) Unmarked percussion flap holster on 2″ belt, with dbl billets and buckles. 3) Unmarked holster on 1-1/2″ cartridge belt, with large rnd cornered buckle. 4) 2 Mexican pitiado design holsters on 2″ belt, with dbl buckles. 5) Shoulder holster with cartridge loops, made by El Paso Saddlery Company, El Paso, Texas. For a Colt Single Action with a 3″ bbl. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: 1) Holster is russet brown with some staining, seam is intact, belt is good, loops are intact. 2) Holster is intact with craze black finish, belt is intact with a craze brown finish. 3) Holster is brown russet, seam has been stitched with ladigo, belt is brown russet and slightly crazed, buckle is good. 4) One holster is very good, other holster is about good. Seams are intact, belt is very good, buckles are very good, connector strap is missing. 5) Nearly new. Leather is brown russet in color, and rig shows little use. 49973-258 TEP (750-1,600) – Lot 2387

2388
$1,035.00

LOT OF COLLECTORS AMMO.

Lot consists of: 1 box 44cal UMC cartridges; 1 partial box of 44cal central fire cartridges; 6 tins of percussion caps; 1 partial box of Velo-Dog cartridges; 2 small bags of 44 and 36 cal balls; 1 box of 45cal cartridges from Frankford Arsenal 1878; 2 packets of 44cal combustible envelope cartridges; 1 box of 36cal combustible envelope cartridges; 1 box of 31cal combustible envelope cartridges; 1 52cal rim-fire cartridge; 1 tin box of assorted rim-fire and early center-fire cartridges. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: Very good overall. A chance to purchase Bill Stewart’s stash of cartridges that may very well come in handy to someone someday. 49973-391 TEP (600-800) – Lot 2388

2389
$460.00

LOT OF MISCELLANEOUS ASSORTED GUN PARTS FROM THE STEWART COLLECTION.

Lot consists of: A U.S. carbine hanger hook, 2 hard rubber butt plates, 3-pc cleaning rod; Colt Model 1900 magazine, 12 stop cylinder for a Richards conversion, a bayonet for an 03 Springfield, a Relic cylinder for a Colt revolving rifle, a Dupont powder tin and a brown box for a Colt woodsman pistol containing two grip pieces, 2 cleaning rods and instruction sheet, a U.S. Army 45cal cleaning kit that includes an oil bottle, brushes, and screwdrivers, plus a plethora of very handy and useful miscellaneous items. PROVENANCE: The Estate of G.W. “Bill” Stewart of Sonora, Texas. CONDITION: As found – attic. 49973-248 TEP (350-675) – Lot 2389

2390
$2,012.50

*SCARCE COLT NEW SERVICE .38 SPECIAL WITH BOX.

SN 335336. Cal. 38 Spl. 6″ bbl. Blue finish overall with checkered walnut grips with rampant Colt medallions. Accompanied by numbers matching Colt box, and factory letter. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. Factory letter indicates ordered by Phil Bekeart, San Francisco, CA, 1934. And verifies configuration. CONDITION: Very fine overall with minor muzzle wear and slight loss of finish at high points of frame. Grips are very fine with 2 very minor dings at leading edge of butt. Bore and mechanics are excellent. Action is stiff from dried grease. Box is intact but weak, however, has superb label and accompanied by factory test target. 50823-8 TDW (3,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 2390

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2391
$3,450.00

*SUPERB COLT SHOOTING MASTER .38 WITH BOX.

SN 334173. Cal. 38 SPL. 6″ bbl. Commercial blue finish overall with exceptional checkered walnut grips with rampant Colt medallions. Standard Shooting Master with adjustable front and rear sight. Accompanied with numbers matching box and test target. Also included is sight adjustment tool and cleaning brush. Manufactured 1932. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Very fine orig condition with only the slightest amount of finish loss on bottom of butt and leading edge of muzzle. Grips are exceptional with slight traces of wear at base only. Bore and mechanics are excellent. Box is very good but missing label. 50823-7 TDW (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 2391

2392
$2,587.50

*EXCEPTIONAL COLT CAMP PERRY 10″ SINGLE SHOT WITH BOX.

SN 901. Cal. 22 LR. 10″ bbl. High polish blue commercial finish. Checkered walnut grips with rampant Colt medallions. Adjustable front and rear sight. Manufactured 1927. Accompanied with numbers matching Colt box and numbers matching test target. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Superb condition with slight finish loss at muzzle and receiver high point from box storage. Grips are near perfect with only slightest traces of use or wear. Bore and mechanics are as new. Numbers matching box has slightly repaired label and damaged corners, otherwise very fine. 50823-1 TDW (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 2392

2393
$5,175.00

*EXCEPTIONAL COLT CAMP PERRY WITH BOX.

SN 2171. Cal. 22 LR. 8″ bbl. Blue finish. Single action. Checkered walnut grips with rampant Colt medallions. With numbers matching box, and accessories. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: As new, with no visible trace of use. Grips are perfect with all evidence of feathering still present. Manufactured 1934. Accompanied with exceptional factory box with label, with numbers matching. 50823-2 TDW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 2393

2394
$3,737.50

*RARE MODEL 1905 COLT MARINE CORPS REVOLVER WITH BOX.

SN 10649. Cal. 38 Colt. 6″ bbl. Checkered walnut grips. Matching assembly numbers. One of only 926 manufactured for the United States Marine Corps with orig box numbered to gun. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Exceptional overall orig condition. Very minor finish loss at muzzle, backstrap and high edges. Bore and mechanics are exceptional as well. One of the most difficult Military revolvers to obtain in any condition this is by far one of the finest. Box is very good with fine label, numbered to match on bottom, some distress to edges and corners. 50823-17 TDW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 2394

2395
$2,587.50

*PRIME TRANSITIONAL COLT PEQUENO DOUBLE ACTION WITH BOX.

SN 227946. Cal. 32 Police. 4″ bbl. Nickel finish. Colt hard rubber grips. Manufactured 1927. Numbers matching Colt box. Considered a transitional by most collectors due to the lack of Pequeno marking on bbl but boxes and factory records typically reflect these as Pequeno. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Prime condition with no evidence of use. Nickel finish is bright with no staining or discoloration. Grips are perfect with no chipping or shrinking. All screws excellent. Action and mechanics are excellent. Box with strong label and Pequeno top label is very fine with slight edge wear and evidence of previous repair on top cover. 50823-22 TDW (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 2395

2396
$1,380.00

*EXCEPTIONAL COLT POCKET POSITIVE WITH BOX.

SN 106043. Cal. 32 Police. 2-1/2″ bbl. Blue finish with Colt hard rubber grips and matching numbered box and ppw. 1922 manufacture. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Exceptional overall with little evidence of use, very minor traces of wear on high points of cyl from storage in box. Action and mechanics are as new. Screws appear unturned with no distress. Grips are sharp with no damage or distress. Box and label are mostly present with evidence of temporary repair with common office tape. 50823-27 TDW (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 2396

2397
$1,150.00

*COLT POCKET POSITIVE WITH BOX.

SN 95082. Cal. 32 Police. 3-1/2″ bbl. Blue finish with Colt hard rubber grips. Accompanied with SN matching Colt box with label. Manufactured 1920. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall with only the slightest trace of handling. Bore and mechanics are as new. Box and label are very fine with slight distress to exterior, but are present and and solid. 50823-28 TDW (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 2397

2398
$2,587.50

*RARE COMMERCIAL COLT 1917 .45 SERVICE REVOLVER WITH BOX.

SN 336338. Cal. 45 ACP. 5-1/2″ bbl. Commercial blue finish with commercial checkered walnut grips with rampant Colt medallions. Bbl marked “Colt Model 1917 .45 Auto Ctge”. Accompanied with orig numbered box and accessories. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Very fine with most all orig finish remaining, slight damage to front sight and minor chip on base of left grip. Manufactured 1932, less than 1000 were produced for public consumption. Bore and mechanics are excellent. Box is very good with matching number and excellent label. Minor break in top of box and slight corner distress. 50823-16 TDW (1,750-2,750) C&R – Lot 2398

2399
$575.00

*FINE COLT POLICE POSITIVE .38 WITH BOX.

SN 30248. Cal. 38 Police. 4″ bbl. Blue finish with script “C” hard rubber Colt grips. Early rampant Colt is stylized “C” on left sideplate. Peacock blue hammer. With numbers matching box. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Very good overall, with slight finish loss on bbl sides. Frame has peppered finish loss on left side and backstrap. Cyl has finish loss on high points with very light pitting over 2 chambers. Butt is engraved “H.A. Schmidt”. Grips are fine with no chips or cracking. Bore and mechanics are fine. Box is very good with fine blue label and evidence of early repair to lid. Manufactured 1909. 50823-23 TDW (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 2399

2400
$575.00

*FINE COLT POLICE POSITIVE .32 WITH BOX.

SN 174841. Cal. 32 Police. 4″ bbl. Blue finish with Colt script “C” hard rubber grips. Manufactured 1921. Accompanied by its number matching Colt shipping box with ppw and cleaning brush. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Very fine overall with slight traces of corrosion at top strap forward of cyl, very minor edge wear from box storage. Action and mechanics are very fine. Slight traces of surface corrosion believed to be easily removed by diligent cleaning. Box and label are very strong with deterioration at corners and top edges, nicely marked with SN on base of box. 50823-25 TDW (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 2400

2401
$805.00

*PRIME COLT POLICE POSITIVE .38 WITH BOX.

SN 122616. Cal. 38 Police. 4″ bbl. Blue finish with Colt hard rubber script “C” grips. Manufactured 1920. Complete with matching numbers box, inclusive of ppw and cleaning rod. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Very fine overall with very slight traces of edge wear. Excellent to near new bore and mechanics. Grips are excellent with no cracks, chipping or distress. Box is very fine with strong label, with evidence of prior repair on exterior corners. 50823-26 TDW (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 2401

2402
$1,725.00

*PRIME COLT POLICE POSITIVE TARGET .22 WRF WITH BOX.

SN 11352. Cal. 22 WRF. 6″ bbl. Early high polish blue finish with early script “C” Colt hard rubber grips. Front and rear adjustable sights with exceptional numbers matching box with blue label indicating special target. Included are proper hang tag, instruction manual and advertising. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall with most all orig blue remaining with slight flecking on bbl at muzzle on both sides and near address. Grips are superb with no cracks or chips. Bore and mechanics are excellent. Manufactured 1914. 50823-9 TDW (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 2402

2403
$460.00

*COLT NEW POLICE .38 WITH BOX.

SN 5279. Cal. 38 Colt. 4″ bbl. Blue finish with 1st pattern block “Colt” monogrammed hard rubber grips. Early 1st series with rampant Colt on left sideplate. Accompanied by numbered early blue labeled Colt box. Manufactured 1906. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Fine condition overall with slight discoloring of finish on muzzle end of bbl, backstrap and top strap. Bore and mechanics are very good. Most peacock blue remains on trigger. 3 lines of unknown definition have been applied to butt. Early hard rubber grips have very slight cracking at base with absolutely no material loss. Box is very good with blue label in tact, strong edges and corners, with evidence of an earlier repair to interior top. 50823-24 TDW (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 2403

2404
$2,300.00

*EXQUISITE COLT NEW SERVICE .45 ACP.

SN 332374. Cal. 45 ACP. 5-1/2″ bbl. Bright commercial blue finish overall with commercial checkered walnut grips with rampant Colt medallions. Manufactured 1930. CONDITION: Exceptional overall with only the slightest traces of edge wear on corners and high edges. Grips are as new as is bore and mechanics. Lanyard and ejector rod nut still retain virtually all their vivid case colors. 50707-1 TDW (1,000-2,000) C&R – Lot 2404

2405
$1,725.00

*SUPERB COLT NEW ARMY REVOLVER WITH BOX.

SN 287654. Cal. 38 SPL. 4-1/2″ bbl. Early high polish blue with early rampant Colt hard rubber grips. With exceptional early blue label Colt shipping box and accessories. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Exceptional condition New Army with most early high polish blue remaining, slight finish loss on grip strap, and leading edges of muzzle. Has slight finish loss at flutes of cyl. Still retains most of bright peacock blue on trigger. Grips are exceptional with no cracks or material loss. Box is very fine with exceptional blue label, with correct first 3 digits of SN and last 3 indiscernible. Manufactured 1907. 50823-10 TDW (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 2405

2406
$2,012.50

FINE COLT MODEL 1894 .38 DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH PICTURE BOX.

SN 13555. Cal. 38 Colt. 6″ bbl. 2-pc 1892 Monogrammed hard rubber grips. Manufactured 1895. Accompanied with an orig Colt picture box for 1894 dbl action. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with exceptional grips. Bore and mechanics are very good. This is a very difficult gun to find in the antique SN range. Box although not numbered is proper and correct for this model. Picture label on top is exceptional, box has previously repaired distress at edges. 50823-18 TDW (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2406

2407
$8,625.00

*MAGNIFICENT COLT .22 BANKERS SPECIAL WITH BOX.

SN 368675. Cal. 22 LR. 2″ bbl. Blue finish with standard checkered walnut grips with rampant Colt medallions. Accompanied by its numbers matching Bankers Special marked box with test target and ppw. Manufactured 1934. PROVENANCE: The Charles Copeland, Jr. Collection. CONDITION: Near new overall with very slight finish loss at muzzle and extreme high points of top strap. Gun is otherwise pristine with good bore and mechanics. Numbers matching box is very fine with superb labels and loose lid hinge. 50823-12 TDW (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 2407

3000
$23,000.00

*TRULY SPECTACULAR REMINGTON BICENTENNIAL THREE GUN SET COMMEMORATING REMINGTON’S 200 YEARS IN BUSINESS WITH ALL SALE PROCEEDS BEING DONATED TO BENEFIT REMINGTON’S CONSERVATION FUNDS.

SN 1816-700-3/1816-870-3/1816-1911-3. This charity auction includes a set of 3 extraordinary Remington’s built by Remington’s custom shop in Sturgis, SD to commemorate Remington Arms Cos. 200 consecutive years in business producing fine arms for sportsman and government users around the world. Proceeds from this sale will benefit Remington Arm Cos. Conservation efforts. James D. Julia Auctions is honored to have been selected by Remington as a partner to Remington Arms Co. to market this set which is one of only four that are being produced, this one the only one available for public sale. This set, # 3 of 4, is entirely hand-made and hand-finished and includes a Remington Model 700 in 7MM Mag, a Remington Model 870 in 12 gauge and a Model 1911R1 in 45ACP caliber. Gun #1 Remington Model 700 7MM Magnum stocked in exhibition fiddle back, hand selected, American black walnut- specifically selected for high fiddle back figure, with rosewood nose cap, is finely checkered with fleur-de-lis behind bolt and fine panel around wrist and fleur-de-lis at forearm. Action is fabulously engraved in scroll & floral pattern with exceptional and extensive gold line work throughout as engraved by Remington Custom Shop engraver Jesse Kaufman. Bolt is vividly jeweled and finely polished. Left side of action with SN in gold and marked “Remington 700″ in gold with gold banner outline. Breech of bbl with 2” burst of scroll with gold line work. Center of bbl marked “Remington Custom Shop Ilion, NY” and muzzle with 1″ scroll and gold line work and gold bbl band at muzzle, blued trigger. Floorplate with sensational engraving showing engraved Eliphalet Remington signature in gold lined oval and floral scroll work with gold line accents in near full coverage. Also on floorplate in a beautiful gold outline banner “1816 / Bicentennial / 2016″ in gold. Trigger guard with burst of scroll and gold line outline work. Pistol grip cap in finely finished rosewood. Buttstock with Monte Carlo and finely finished cheekpiece. Superb dark maroon colored leather covered pad. Sling mounts installed at forearm and at toe. This gun is housed in a custom cut-out Pelican brand travel case. Weight: 7 lbs. 13 oz. Gun #2 Remington Model 870, 12 gauge. 27” bbl with matted low profile ventilated rib with steel mid bead and white front bead. Choke tube currently installed. Gold plated trigger. Blued carrier and finely polished bolt. Stock is exhibition quality and hand selected for its exceptional fiddle back black American walnut with rosewood capped pistol grip and checkered in fancy fleur-de-lis pattern. Butt is finished with a high quality dark maroon leather covered pad. Forearm is finely hand checkered in fleur-de-lis pattern. Receiver is sensationally scroll & floral shaded engraved by noted Remington Arms Co. custom shop engraver Jesse Kaufman. Top of receiver is fully scroll engraved. Right side of receiver with beautiful large open floral scroll accented by exceptional gold line work and gold line border. Right side also with “1816 / Bicentennial / 2016” in gold in a gold bordered ribbon. “Remington 870” in gold bordered banner. Left side of receiver fully engraved in open floral scroll with gold line accents and gold line border with Eliphalet Remington signature at center in gold oval. Serial number in gold towards bottom back left of action. Also included with this gun is a custom cut Pelican hard plastic case. Weight: 7 lbs 5 oz. Gun #3 Remington Model 1911R1 45ACP cal. Fabulous custom pistol with spectacular open floral scroll engraving throughout by Remington custom shop engraver Jesse Kaufman. This finely finished pistol exhibits a vastly higher degree of high polish blued finish than is seen on 1911R1 pistols. Slide is near fully engraved with open floral scroll and gold borders along with gold line accents throughout. Left side of slide with “1816 / Bicentennial / 2016” in gold bordered ribbon. Right side of slide near fully engraved with gold lined border work and gold line accents. Signature of Eliphalet Remington in gold oval and “Remington R1” in gold which is in a gold bordered banner. Serial number on right side of action frame in gold. Bottom of bbl and action in superb open floral scroll engraving with gold line accents as is trigger guard. Grips are of fabulously figured hand-selected American black walnut and checkered in fleur-de-lis pointing pattern. Top of bbl accented with high luster blued “Novak” rear and front sight. The polish work on this gun is absolutely spectacular and one can almost see his or her reflection in the high polish blue. Accompanied by a green “Remington” hard plastic case and 2 magazines in case, along with instruction pamphlet, multi-tool and trigger lock. CONDITION: As new from Remington and unfired. 51095-1 JSL (25,000-50,000) – Lot 3000


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3001
$40,250.00

**INCREDIBLY RARE MODERN MILITARY FN MANUFACTURING “MINI-MI” MACHINE GUN (PRE-86 DEALER SAMPLE).

SN FN008958. Cal 5.56 mm, 19 1/2 ” bbl with flash hider. Fully automatic fire only, the “Mini-mi” machine gun derives it’s name from the French translation of “Mini Machine Gun”. Now the standard Squad Automatic Weapon (SAW) of the United States and other countries, this model is innovative and may utilize either a belt or magazine ammunition feeding system. Gas piston operated and firing from an open bolt, it utilizes a rotary bolt locking system, and features a quick detachable chrome lined barrel, bipod, carrying handle and flip-up loop shoulder stock rest as well as rail for mounting a variety of sighting systems in addition to its integral adjustable rear peep sight. This is one of two consecutivly numbered specimens being offered in this auction. It doesn’t get any more real than this, marked “FN” within an oval over “HERSTAL” on left side of receiver with numerous original stock numbers on various parts. Action moves smoothly when operated by hand. This weapon appears to be fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. Currently on a Form 3 with Julia’s classified as a PRE-86 DEALER SAMPLE and annotated on the form “LIMITED TO USE AS A SALES SAMPLE”. CONDITION: Near excellent to as new. Top cover rail and mechanism within top cover or feed tray show no evidence of firing. Moisture absorbing paper still present in barrel. Slight handling marks, but just about impossible to upgrade the overall condition. Truly an outstanding battle tested “state of the art” light machine gun, versatile and fun to shoot as well as being very effective. If you are a modern machine gun enthusiast, it is worth considering taking out a dealers and SOT license so that you can start off with this gun. Conduct business for a few years, and then… 50754-1 (35,000-50,000) – Lot 3001

3002
$34,500.00

**FANTASTIC NEW UN-ISSUED HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON U.S. PROPERTY MARKED M16A1 MACHINE GUN (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).

SN 2242452. Cal. 5.56MM. 21-1/4″ bbl with bird-cage compensator. Fantastic near perfect specimen which according to the consignor came out of the museum display when they de-accessed their firearms. Classic and most recognized configuration and with tri-angular hand guards absolutely un-issued, un-fired condition. No mag present. Bbl marked “MFR 26978 MP CHROME BORE”. Marked on left side with “Lion” H&R logo and “Property of U.S. Govt.” Firing mechanism moves smoothly when operated by hand, this weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or form 4. CONDITION: As new un-fired, un-issued. Upon closest inspection one might find a rub mark on the finish, but otherwise, orig factory finish on metal with composite parts in same condition. This is a dream come true for the advanced U.S. Military modern firearm collector. 50313-2 JWK44 (18,000-22,000) – Lot 3002

3003
$34,500.00

**WORLD WAR II BROWNING M2 50 CALIBER MACHINE GUN WITH RARE ORIGINAL FAIRCHILD SIGHT (CURIO & RELIC).

SN 1144967. Cal. 50 BMG. Bbl is 50″ with flash hider. This gun was manufactured by the High Standard Manufacturing Company and saw combat during WWII as evidenced by a bullet strike to the perforated socket that the bbl fits into. There are other marks on this gun consistent with it seeing service in a combat area. Included is an orig Central Steel Tube Co, 1944 dated M2 tripod. Flash hider is attached to the muzzle of the bbl as well as a steel wire bail carrying handle. Orig M1 telescopic sight manufactured by Fairchild Aviation Corporation and dated 1941 is included with this lot. Numbers match between receiver and top receiver plate. Walnut handles appear to be of correct vintage. Firing mechanism operates properly with good stiff tension. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF Form 3 or Form 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish very good with over 80% coverage turning a gray brown patina with bullet strike as noted as well as some dings & gouges at the high edges. Bore is extremely fine, shiny & bright. Optics are clear. Tripod is in fine orig condition with data plate intact. WWII 50 cal. machine guns are uncommon and to find one manufactured by High Standard is exceedingly rare. Even if I had a Browning .50 already I would consider consigning a post WWII gun to upgrade to this historic collectors item. 50455-1 JWK33 (25,000-45,000) C&R – Lot 3003

3004
$17,250.00

**SPRINGFIELD ARMORY SAR-48 MACHINE GUN (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).

SN SA-1591. Cal. 7.62 X 51MM. 22-1/2″ bbl w/flash hider. Extremely high quality and effective machine gun made right here in America. Marked on right side of receiver “1005-SA-48-MATCH” together with Springfield Armory (GENESEO, IL.) logo. This rifle includes one 20 & one 30 rnd magazine and also a gunner’s tool kit with screwdriver, adjustment wrenches, brushes, oiler and pull through cleaning line, all in a nice hinged tin. This American version of the FN-FAL also includes a black web sling and features a fold down bi-pod, and carrying handle. Marked on bottom of receiver, forward of magazine well “IMBEL, ITAJUBA / BRAZIL”. Mechanism operates smoothly by hand under proper spring tension. This weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF Form 3 or Form 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish are extremely fine. Dark black enamel finish and blue on all metal parts. 30 rnd magazine has a parkerized finish. Composite, handguard & buttstock show some light handling marks. This is a very attractive and fine condition specimen. Bore is excellent, shiny & bright. A top quality rifle caliber machine gun of the highest order of reliability and effectiveness. 50455-4 JWK31 (15,000-22,000) – Lot 3004

3005
$16,100.00

**FANTASTIC CONDITION DLO REGISTERED 1917A1 BROWNING WATER COOLED MACHINE GUN W/TRIPOD (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).

SN 121485. Cal. 30-06. 24″ bbl. Exceedingly fine specimen of the Browning 1917A1 machine gun with bronze trunnion and nosecap, brown bakelite grip panels, plain .30-06 bolt, cylindrical charging handle with cartridge stop installed on right sideplate, fully adjustable rear sight and orig cork and brass chain intact. Includes one M1917A1 “Lamson.1942” marked tripod. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when operated by hand, this weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or form 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish extremely fine to near excellent as re-finished over areas of pinprick pitting, with some areas of brown patina over the gray/green finish, particularly on the water jacket. Bakelite grips near excellent with no chips or cracks. Rifling is strong with some darkness in the grooves. Rear sight does not appear to have been re-finished as the latter is more of a brown to gray patina. Tripod and head near excellent as re-painted. These .30 cal Browning guns were the mainstay of U.S. forces and it’s superior design and availability of parts together with its versatility of being able to be converted to different calibers make it a favorite for machine gun enthusiasts. 50313-1 JWK45 (15,000-18,000) – Lot 3005

3006
$11,500.00

**EXTREMELY SOUGHT AFTER NEW ENGLAND SMALL ARMS CORP 1918A2 BROWNING AUTOMATIC RIFLE (BAR) (PRE-86 DEALER SAMPLE).

SN 581394. Cal. 30-06. 27-1/4″ bbl with flash hider. Attractive, battle used, British Lend-Lease return, 1918A2 BAR as imported by “Inter-American”. Manufactured by “N.E. SMALL ARMS CORP.” with cross cannon proofs on top of receiver as well as flaming bomb just forward of rear sight, British nitro proofs on bbl. Flaming bomb proof also on bbl with date 6-44. Attractive, brown bakelite buttstock with wooden forend and carrying handle. Late style adjustable gas port nut. This weapon includes one 20 round Seymour mag. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when operated by hand, this weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is transferable only to current FFL and SOT license holders on an ATF form 3 as a pre-86 dealer sample. This weapon in this status maybe retained by the FFL/SOT license holder privately when they relinquish their license, subject to adherence to state and local laws and approval by the BATF. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is very good to fine with appeal as a battle worn weapon which transcends exterior finish percentage. Receiver turning a pleasing gray patina thinning to bare metal particularly at the high points with some gouges and scrapes. Bbl also thinning to a very pleasing gray patina. There are additional numbers stamped on the inside of the receiver visible through the open ejection port. Buttstock, wooden forearm and carrying handle have nicks and dings. Bore is very good. The Browning Automatic rifle is one of the most popular machine guns one can take to the range, this specimen has a great deal to recommend it. Not only is it a very serviceable shooter but it also retains its historical character. 50726-2 JWK49 (6,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 3006

3007
$16,100.00

**BROWNING 1919A4 MACHINE GUN ON RAMO SIDEPLATE (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).

SN 600096. Cal. 308. 24″ bbl. M1919A4 on Ramo sideplate with M2 tripod with pintle. Bolt is marked on underside “B147299 SG” indicating it is a high quality American made original bolt. Top of bolt has very soft-stamped “7.6(?)”, steel trunnion does not show any evidence of being used, various parts have U.S. drawing numbers on them. Bbl appears to be chrome lined. Currently equipped with spacers to fire .308. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when operated by hand, this weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or form 4. CONDITION: This weapon appears un-fired with no noticeable wear to the steel trunnion block, overall finish is excellent gray Parkerized re-finish, the only wear in evidence is where the gun mounts into the pintle. Bore is excellent, shiny and bright. Internal parts are excellent, crisp and clean. Overall a pristine example of the US Browning .30 cal machine gun in it’s most popular range configuration. Fantastic set-up for the collector of top condition U.S. Class III, or for the shooting enthusiast who wants a trouble-free experience at the range. 50313-3 JWK46 (15,000-20,000) – Lot 3007

3008
$11,500.00

*FANTASTIC COLT MODEL 1918 SELF LOADING RIFLE (SLR) SN 1 OF 200.

SN C1918-00001. Cal. 30-06. bbl 27″ W/flash hider. Utterly fantastic Colt Model 1918 Self Loading Rifle manufactured for Colt under license by Ohio Ordnance Works, Inc. – Top of receiver marked “COLT’S PT. MFG. CO.” with classic rampant colt logo prominently displayed on the ejector plate. Completely faithful to the original Browning Automatic Rifle down to the receiver machined from a solid billet of steel as opposed to an investment casting, and incorporates the early flash hider design. This incredibly beautiful high luster deep blued finished SEMI-AUTO rifle pays tribute to the Browning Automatic Rifle and save the fantastic finish, the rampant colt engraved on the top of the receiver, the lettering, and fact that it is semi-auto, is in every way the classic American B.A.R. – Forend and stock was exactly copied from original new old stock examples, and no expense nor effort was spared when making only 200 specimens of this presentation level quality rifle. This offering includes two high lustrous finished magazines, leather sling, boxed cleaning kit, and a high-end specially commissioned felt lined leather case which was made in Italy by the same company that makes high quality shotgun cases. Combination lock case is marked with COLT logo inside the cover and incorporates compartments for the accessories, including a special glossy paged manual specifically for this 200 rifle run. CONDITION: As new in all respects. Bolt has been drawn back to check to ensure rifle was not loaded and just as fresh as can be imagined with a light coating of preservative oil. This cataloger has seen a fair number of Browning Automatic Rifles but none come close to the beauty of fit and finish of this specimen. Number 1 of 200, Robert Landies has stated there will only ever be 200 of these manufactured ever. This rifle is the ultimate showpiece and tribute to the Browning Automatic Rifle and one cannot help but be drawn like a magnet to it. That this is serial #1 makes this the ultimate opportunity to own the most desired specimen of this very limited production run. 51087-15 JWK84 (9,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 3008

3009
$6,900.00

**ATTRACTIVE MADSEN M50 MACHINE GUN (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).

SN 56033. Cal. 9mm. 8″ bbl. Extremely attractive re-finished Madsen M50 has discernible “ME0001” scratched in just above the SN on the right side underneath the re-finish. Grip safety not present to the rear of the mag housing; one can surmise that a previous owner found this troublesome and removed it. This weapon includes 1 orig mag and a nylon sling. Stock folds with proper tension. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when operated by hand, this weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or form 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish near excellent as re-finished with some noticeable spots of pitting underneath the finish. None of this detracts from the attractiveness of this fast firing and handy machine gun. Bore is good with some darkness to the lands and grooves. The Madsen M50 has been popular in several films over the years. 50726-4 JWK51 (3,000-6,000) – Lot 3009

3010
$6,325.00

**BEAUTIFUL HIGH CONDITION HARRINGTON & RICHARDSON RISING MODEL 50 MACHINE GUN (CURIO & RELIC).

SN 6910. Cal. 45 ACP. 13-3/4″ bbl with compensator. This is a beautiful, probably police issue Reising select fire machine gun includes four 20 round mags and a spare bolt as well as a “Wolfe Springs & Co” spring kit. These guns were used by the Marine Corps in the Pacific during WWII as an alternative when there were insufficient Thompson’s available. These were also used by police as well as security personnel. The Reisings had an accuracy advantage over the Thompson’s in that they fire from a closed bolt. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when operated by hand, this weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or form 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is excellent, deep lustrous orig blue finish. Mags also near excellent as is spare bolt, some slight thinning and blemishing to the finish just forward of rear sight. Stock has some dings, handling marks, with a small knot plug mid-way between buttplate and pistol grip on lower right side, but very attractive overall. Bore is shiny and bright. These Reisings have enjoyed an increase in popularity in recent years, and they are very comfortable to shoot. 50273-4 JWK42 (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 3010

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3011
$18,975.00

**DESIRABLE FOLDING STOCK RUGER AC-556K WITH .22 CONVERSION KIT (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).

SN 191-05506. Cal. 223. 14-3/8″ bbl with bird-cage compensator. This is the desirable Ruger AC-556K with folding stock and selector which includes semi-auto, 3-shot burst, and full auto. This lot includes the .22 conversion parts, including charging handle, bolt, springs and chamber insert as well as one .22 mag. There are three 20 round mini-14 mags, one of which has a Ruger logo on floor plate, and one 30 round mag with Ruger floor-plate. Also included is a nylon sling. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when operated by hand, this weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or form 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish extremely fine to near excellent with some high edge loss of finish, wood has only the slightest handling marks. Bore is excellent, shiny and bright. The folding stock AC-556K is one of the most sought after of the full auto Ruger rifles due to it’s ability to be carried compactly yet still packing plenty of fire power. The .22 conversion unit is a special bonus. 50273-2 JWK43 (7,500-12,500) – Lot 3011

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3012
$57,500.00

**FANTASTIC EARLY “SQUARE SLOT” COLT 1921A THOMPSON MACHINE GUN (CURIO & RELIC).

SN 2212. Cal. 45 ACP. 10-1/2″ bbl. This Colt 1921A Thompson retains its orig 1921 internal parts and comes with one 50 rnd “NEW YORK N.Y., U.S.A.” drum and three 20 rnd “AUG 24 1920” stick mags. Also included is a brass cleaning rod and a reproduction FBI case with key. Consignor states that this beautiful conditioned Thompson came from West Virginia Police and was likely used during the “Coal Mine” wars. Front of stock retains visible Remington proof mark. Upper and lower numbers match. Mechanism operates smoothly with proper spring tension. This weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF Form 3 or Form 4, as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine to near excellent with over 92% deep lustrous blue finish on the upper with about 80% on the lower with most of the loss where the finish is thinning along the high edges and just above and forward of the hand grip. Wood has an attractive dark brown color with numerous light dings & very faint scratches in the buttstock with fewer handling marks on the pistol grip and fore grip. Bore is excellent, shiny and bright. 50 rnd drum & mags retain over 95% orig blue finish. If one ever wanted a Colt Thompson this would be the one to get. The condition is such that it may be shot occasionally and as an early gun with a square actuator slot it makes it just a little more desirable. 50455-2 JWK32 (30,000-50,000) C&R – Lot 3012

3013
$40,250.00

**HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION COLT U.S. NAVY 1921 / 28 OVERSTAMP THOMPSON MACHINE GUN – ONE OF TWO CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED (CURIO & RELIC).

SN 7062. Cal. 45 ACP. 12-1/2″ bbl. This Colt Thompson has been fitted with 1928 parts as part of its conversion to U.S. Navy specifications. Top inside of receiver shows some polishing marks which probably occurred incidental to this refit. This is one of a consecutively numbered pair of Colt Thompsons being offered in this auction. This specimen is also fitted with an unmarked cutts compensator with 4 slots, and includes one 30 rnd Auto Ordinance Bridgeport magazine. Matching numbered upper and lower. Remington anchor proof mark at front of buttstock. Bolt moves smoothly and under proper tension when operated by hand. This weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF Form 3 or Form 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Extremely fine to near excellent orig blued finish with only some slight high edge wear and a few scattered scratches. This is about as nice a Colt Navy Thompson as this cataloger has ever seen. Bore is shiny & bright with some slight frosting in the grooves. Magazine retains about 95% of its orig lustrous blue finish. Wood does have a couple of light scratches with a pencil tip size ding in the left foregrip and a small 3/8″ chip and a 2″ long scratch on the right side of the handgrip. None of this detracts from the extreme handsomeness and quality of the fit and finish of this jewel from the early half of the 20th century. If you were waiting for an outstanding Colt Navy Thompson, this is the one you were waiting for. 50450-3 JWK36 (25,000-45,000) C&R – Lot 3013

3014
$43,125.00
Revised: 10/4/2016

Please Note: The two full views of this lot at the top of the printed catalog was reversed with full views for 3015. The description is complete and correct. Close-up photos are correct. The full view photos have been corrected for both this lot and 3015. There is nothing wrong with this gun, just these two photos.

**HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION COLT 1921A THOMPSON MACHINE GUN (CURIO & RELIC).

SN 4888. Cal. 45 ACP. 10-1/2″ bbl. This Colt 1921A Thompson retains its orig 1921 internal parts, and includes one “Seymour” 30 rnd magazine. Front of stock retains visible Remington proof mark. Upper and lower numbers match. Mechanism operates smoothly with proper spring tension. This weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This item is fully transferable on the ATF Form 3 or Form 4, as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine to near excellent with over 95% deep lustrous orig blue finish with wear to the high edges and scattered light scratches. There is some slight wear where the actuator contacts the edges of the actuator slot. Buttstock has an especially attractive dark brown color with some light dings & very faint scratches. Fewer handling marks on the pistol grip and fore grip. Bore is near excellent, shiny and bright. Magazine retains about 70% of its orig finish. Many collectors who are also shooters prefer the Thompson without the “cutts” compensator as it is easier to clean after firing. 50450-2 JWK34 (25,000-45,000) C&R – Lot 3014

3015
$33,350.00
Revised: 10/4/2016

Please Note: The two full views of this lot at the top of the printed catalog was reversed with full views for 3014. The description is complete and correct. Close-up photos are correct. The full view photos have been corrected for both this lot and 3014. There is nothing wrong with this gun, just these two photos.

**COLT MODEL 1921AC THOMPSON MACHINE GUN – ONE OF CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED PAIR OFFERED (CURIO & RELIC).

SN 7061. Cal. 45 ACP. 10-1/2″ bbl. This fine Colt Thompson retains its orig 1921 parts and is remarkable besides being a nice Model 1921 as it is one of a consecutively numbered pair being offered in this auction. This specimen is fitted with an unmarked “cutts” compensator with 4 slots, and includes one 30 rnd U.S. Cartridge Co. magazine. Matching numbered upper and lower. Remington anchor proof mark at front of buttstock. Bolt moves smoothly and under proper tension when operated by hand. This weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF Form 3 or Form 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish fine to extremely fine with about 90% orig blue finish worn to gray metal at high points on both sides of the compensator and thinning at high edges and where actuator contacts the slot. Bore is also extremely fine, shiny & bright. Wood has some very light handling marks with a couple of small chips and one pencil point ding on the left side of the buttstock below the rear sight. Magazine retains about 50% of its finish with some light pitting and loss of finish. If you’re going to have a Colt Thompson in its most classical, recognizable configuration this would be a good candidate. 50450-1 JWK35 (25,000-45,000) C&R – Lot 3015

3016
$27,600.00

**AUTO-ORDNANCE WEST HURLEY US MODEL 1928 THOMPSON MACHINE GUN WITH CASE AND ACCESSORIES (CURIO & RELIC).

SN 1645A. Cal. 45 ACP. 12-5/8″ bbl with compensator. This exceedingly fine condition West Hurley Thompson is set up with sling swivels, has a bullet logo compensator and includes two 50 round “Auto-Ordnance” marked contemporary drums, seven 30 round mags, one 20 round mag, a reproduction double drum hard case, a 1928 A1 GI Thompson parts kit less bbl and forend iron but with 2 bolts and 3 bolt actuators. Also included is a steel “Philadelphia Ordnance” dummy receiver expertly marked on both sides. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when operated by hand, this weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or form 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance near excellent with some slight brassing to the protective high edges of the Lyman adjustable sight and high edge wear to the actuator slot. Robust and attractive wood furniture has some handling marks. Bore is excellent, shiny and bright. Mags are in excellent condition with lustrous blue finish, “Philadelphia” dummy receiver new in box, parts kit pieces appear to be in new un-issued condition, reproduction case with tan liner also in extremely fine condition. One would have difficulty finding a better entry level Thompson set-up. This is sure to please any Class III enthusiast. 50273-1 JWK41 (15,000-20,000) C&R – Lot 3016

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3017
$16,100.00

**EXTREMELY ATTRACTIVE AND EARLY MANUFACTURED FLUTED JACKET VICKERS .303 WATER COOLED MACHINE GUN ON TRIPOD (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).

SN 1089. Cal. 303 British & 7.62 Russian. 28-1/2″ bbl. This “Pearl Manufacturing” registered Vickers gun has “Crossed-flag proof” over SN “1998” on top of water jacket near filler cap. This also has the anti-aircraft sight base and flip-up flag (window-pane) rear sight. Included in this lot in addition to .303 Australian marked bolt and feed block is an additional bbl, feed block & bolt converted to 7.62 X 54 R .303 Bbl is marked “VAC / MKII”. Also included in this lot is an orig British tripod marked “LSC MK IV” with large diameter dial base. There is evidence of welding visible when feed block cover is open where the right sideplate was attached to the trunnion. Cocking handle rounded knob is a very finely machined replacement, devoid of bluing. Right side plate clearly marked “PEARL MFG CORP” and “8MM” with SN. Current registration form indicates “Pearl Manufacturing Corp” in Block 3A, with cal. listed as “8 MM”. Action operates very smoothly within receiver. This gun appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF Form 3 or Form 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish very good to fine with an attractive blued finish turning to a nice gray/brown patina. Brass feed block is very attractive with some remnants of green paint adhering. Bore of both bbls are good with evidence of firing. Both bolts are marked with broad arrow proofs with good spring tension. Walnut handles are in good serviceable condition with some dings & handling marks. Water fill cap is brass with steel chain intact. Tripod is a tan/green color with steel bushings inside the brass head. Orig large diameter indexed disc very attractive. This fluted jacket Vickers is one of the most attractive of the water cooled machine guns and much desired by the discerning machine gun enthusiast not only because of its high quality but also because it is readily convertible to numerous calibers. This would be a great entry level water cooled machine gun. 50455-5 JWK30 (13,000-18,000) – Lot 3017

3018
$10,350.00

**FLUTED VICKERS .303 WATER COOLED MACHINE GUN (PRE-86 DEALER SAMPLE).

SN 3687. Cal. 303 British. 28-1/2″ bbl. This fine example of the Vickers machine gun is marked on the top of the water jacket “V.S.M.” followed by “7.92/303” and comes with an orig wooden transit chest. Right sideplate is marked “BNP 7.9 M/M 2.244″ 18 TONS” followed by “BELLO WPR.FT” (dealer information). This indicates as does the current registration paperwork that this gun was at one time in 8mm Mauser. Currently, however, it is in .303 British with an appropriate feed block, bolt and bbl. Rear sight is marked “V.A.C. 303 VII no 2 mk I”. This specimen retains the rare dial sight bracket affixed to the left receiver plate, with the appropriately longer backplate retaining pin. Water fill plug is brass & water drain plug present. Steam hose cork not present. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when operated by hand, this weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is transferable only to current FFL and SOT license holders on an ATF form 3 as a pre-86 dealer sample and current transfer form is marked “LIMITED TO USE AS SALES SAMPLE”. This weapon in this status maybe retained by the FFL/SOT license holder privately when they relinquish their license, subject to adherence to state and local laws and approval by the BATF. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is fine retaining most of its orig dark brown finish with dark olive paint on jacket which has numerous small chips with brassing at the tripod mounting points. Internals are clean and serviceable, bore is pitted with distinct rifling. Wooden handles are sound and serviceable with some handling marks. Transit chest lid is no longer attached to the hinges and is cracked with some significant dings and gouges, however, with a little effort it could be made serviceable. There is a staining of red cellophane tape on both ends, which again with some care could be removed. Vickers guns are renowned for their endurance during firing tests and the recent renewed availability of .303 cartridges has breathed new life into the shooting of guns in this caliber. They are also the most versatile of guns to convert to other calibers. 50726-3 JWK47 (5,500-10,000) C&R – Lot 3018

3019
$54,625.00

**INCREDIBLE AND ULTRA SCARCE VET BRINGBACK KOREAN MANUFACTURED TYPE 58 AK-47 MACHINE GUN.

SN 7952. Cal. 7.62 x 39 mm. Bbl 16 1/2″ – Incredibly scarce as brought back milled steel receiver Korean manufactured Type 58 AK-47 with map and photos of area where it was captured as well as photos of the Veteran who brought it back. Original web and leather sling is included, no magazine present. Rifle displays Korean star within a circle on left side of receiver followed by serial #, and small “H” on right side of receiver. Selector markings on right side also in Korean. Visible parts are all matching including bolt, cover, and guide rod. Orig cleaning rod present with solid buttstock incorporating a trap for cleaning kit. The DPRK (Democratic Peoples Republic of Korea Type 58 AK-47 is one of the scarcest models to try to obtain in the United States. Only 50,000 units were produced starting in 1958, and about the only way one could become legally available was just the way this one was; somehow finding its way to Viet Nam, captured by a U.S. Soldier, then brought back before the Amnesty, and registered in 1968. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when operated by hand, this weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or form 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is fine as brought back, with over 85% blued finish remaining, thinning in places with tiny pinpick oxidation on action cover. Wood exhibits quite a bit of loss of finish as one would expect from a combat used rifle with a 1″ long chip out of the stock to left of the top rear tang and typical light handling marks. Bolt face extremely fine. Bore is extremely fine, shiny and bright. Web sling also extremely fine. This is one sweet specimen of a difficult to find manufacturer of a very highly sought after machine gun. 50961-1 JWK85 (25,000-45,000) C&R – Lot 3019

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3020
$132,250.00

**FANTASTIC VIET NAM WAR TROPHY, CHINESE TYPE 56 MACHINE GUN (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).

SN 12072376. Cal. 7.62 X 39 MM. 16-1/4″ bbl. This Type 56 under-fold bayonet milled steel receiver machine gun was manufactured by Chinese factory “66” and includes it’s orig web and leather sling and one 30 round mag. All parts appear to be orig and matching. Consignor states that he captured this weapon from an enemy medic, brought this gun home and safeguarded it. “Republic of China” is the information appearing on current registration form, manufactures block 4A, model is “AK 47” in block 4D. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when operated by hand, this weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or form 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is absolutely outstanding, finest orig specimen this cataloger has ever seen. Metal finish starting to thin is some places with some tinges of brown. Bolt and op-rod near excellent, shiny and bright. Bore is excellent, shiny and bright. Wood has some nicks, bruises and handling marks but considering it’s history, this is to be expected. Sling is still strong and serviceable with leather just starting to flake on surface, pretty much impossible to upgrade this highly sought after and desirable specimen. 50409-1 JWK40 (20,000-40,000) – Lot 3020

3021
$14,950.00

**CHINESE ZB 26 MACHINE GUN (C&R).

SN 5380. Cal. 8 mm. 24″ bbl. This faithful Chinese copy of ZB 26 has been refinished and includes bipod and one 20 round magazine. Matching in SN both upper and lower as well as on sight adjustment knob. Bbl SN does not match. Both sides of receiver are cracked at rear of magazine well 3/4″ forward of magazine latch. Right side has a vertical 1/2″ crack and left side has a longer 1-1/4″ more jagged crack with evidence of attempted rewelding under refinished bluing. Receiver is also slightly cracked in two spots 1/8″ long on either side of where bbl retaining latch collar contacts receiver. Bbl latch sticks in locked, closed position, however bolt does cock and release properly and mechanism functions smoothly when operated by hand. Hairline cracks at rear of mag well indicated this arm should be inspected by a qualified gunsmith prior to firing. Marked on top of receiver with SN, bottom right side and front of receiver are both engraved “JPL T AZ85653″, which indicates that at one time this arm was in the possession of a noted firearms enthusiast in Arizona. PROVENANCE: Ex-The class III weapons formerly on loan to Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is fine as refinished with scattered light pitting under refinish as well as evidence of welding at hairline cracked areas of mag well under refinish. Wooden bbl carrying handle in good serviceable condition with cinch repair and some chips and wear. Hand grip has had 1″ x 1-1/2″ chip out of right front side which has been glued back in place so that grip appears serviceable. Buttstock has 6” long crack running along left side horizontally back from receiver to sling attachment plate and buttstock rotates slightly in its socket. This could be repaired with some competent woodwork otherwise butt has some scratches, small chips and handling marks. Buttplate displays even, soft, bright patina. Bore has strong rifling, dark in grooves. Inside of receiver in need of cleaning. Bolt face is very good. Internals are refinished. Magazine is in very good serviceable condition with refinish consistent with rest of arm. This arm could be restored with appropriate effort to mend the noted deficiencies and owner would have an example of a highly successful and sought after machine gun. 50754-3 (8,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 3021

3022
$8,625.00

**JAPANESE TYPE 96 LIGHT MACHINE GUN (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).

SN 6026. Cal. 6.5 Japanese. 21-3/4″ bbl. Markings indicate this gun was manufactured by Kokura in Dec 1939, however left side of receiver marked Block 3 of current registration form indicates “WWII Japanese / Charles N. Erb, Jr. / Frederickstown, PA” Bbl is SN 8182, stepped type, manufactured in Dec 1939. Bolt, operating piston, bbl latch, buffer all are SN 8182, albeit bbl latch appears to be a forced match. This lot includes 1 orig 30 rnd magazine SN 46291 and 1 orig 2.5X scope, manufactured by Fuji. Charging handle sliding cover is not present. Bi-pod has sustained a bullet strike to the right leg. Neither of these affect the functionality. Bolt moves freely under good spring tension within the receiver. This weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF Form 3 or Form 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is very good to extremely fine with over 80% smooth blue finish, taking on an even brown patina with more blue remaining on the cyl. Carrying handle in very good condition with a few small chips. Buttstock & handgrip also have some dings with some more pronounced bruising to the hand grip. Bore is very good with shiny lands. Wooden handle slightly loose on its shaft. Magazine has a couple of dents and is somewhat misshapen at the top left, but spring tension is good and appears fully functional. Scope optics are cloudy and unclear, and scope binds when seated on gun. The Japanese Type 96 machine gun was much liked by Japanese forces due to its light weight, adjustable gas port and reliability. This specimen with its fairly early date could have been anywhere and without doubt saw combat action, as evidenced by the bullet strike. A very nice WWII collectible. 50455-7 JWK28 (8,000-12,000) – Lot 3022

3023
$12,650.00
Revised: 9/19/2016

Please Note: Great News!! The additional barrel is in Cal. 308. You can shoot either 7.7 Jap or by changing the barrel shoot 308 which is a positive asset to the gun.

**HITACHI MANUFACTURED JAPANESE TYPE 99 MACHINE GUN WITH SPARE BARREL (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).

SN 18314. Cal. 7.7 Jap. 26-1/2″ bbl with flash hider. This Type 99 shows as registered by Pearl MGF Corp, in block 3A of current registration form. Is marked on left side of receiver as having been manufactured by Hitachi in Nov. of 1944. Bolt is numbered 6838. First bbl is SN 18314 manufactured in Oct. 1944. 2nd bbl is numbered 7212, manufactured in Nov. 1943. One orig 30 rnd magazine is included numbered both 4268 and 4740. This particular specimen is typical of the later manufacturing processes and includes the mono-pod on the buttstock and also a smooth wood pistol grip. The carrying handle on bbl 7212 is also of the smooth configuration and the bbl includes what appears to be an orig flash hider. Buffer & operating piston match gun SN. There is a small weld blemish at the lower edge of the ejection port, which indicates that at one time this was probably a deactivated gun. Charging handle cover not present as is often the case on these Japanese machine guns, but this does not in any way affect its function. Bbls fit very snugly into the receiver, wedge type retaining nut, also snug. Head space shims not present on either bbl. Bolt moves freely within the action, spring tension is good. This weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF Form 3 or Form 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is good to very good with a light coat of oil over a mostly brown finish with many areas of light pitting visible. When you consider the part of the world and climate that this gun was subjected to, its appearance is consistent with a gun that saw use in one of the combat areas. Several small gouges & dings on the buttstock as well as some scrapes and scars, yet it remains very solid and serviceable. Magazine is in very good condition with a coat of black enamel paint. Lower serial numbered bbl bore is very good with shiny lense. Gas block held in place by a roll pin. Flash hider has sustained a small 1/2″ ding at the 10 o’clock quarter near the socket and also slightly dinged at the muzzle. Left ear of front sight slightly bent inward, but this could be remedied with careful heating and straightening. Other bbl without flash hider has an excellent bore. Both carrying handles in extremely fine condition without any chips. The Japanese type 99 machine gun was the result of the Japanese military going to a larger heavier caliber cartridge in response to request for a rifle cartridge with more stopping power. There are conversion kits out there which allow this gun to be fired in 7.62 X 39 MM. Whether you fire this gun in the orig 7.7 MM Jap rimless or 7.62 X 39, it is a comfortable gun to shoot and an interesting part of WWII history. This is a desirable specimen as it includes an orig magazine as well as 2 bbls. 50455-6 JWK27 (8,000-12,000) – Lot 3023

3024
$32,200.00

**FINE ORIGINAL GERMAN MP44 MACHINE GUN (C & R).

SN 1489N. Cal. 7.92 X 33 MM. 16-1/2″ bbl. Manufactured by ERMA. This lot includes two 30 rnd magazines, 1 marked MP44 and the other StG44. Includes an orig sling. Parts on the gun except for rear sight numbered 73 appear to be all matching with ERMA manufactured op-rod, bbl & gas block with Haenel manufactured bolt. Metal receiver & buttstock parts by Mertzwerke with ERMA “qlv” mark on receiver. Block 3A of current registration form indicates manufacturer as “VOLKSTURM / GERMAN GOVERNMENT WWII”. Buttstock is of the later 5-1/2″ vertical profile type. Bolt moves freely within the action, spring tension is good. This weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This item is fully transferable on an ATF Form 3 or Form 4. It is Curio & Relic (C & R) eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish are very good with a nice even patina, a smooth orig blue finish turning gray with a mottling of brown, completely consistent with wartime use in a combat area. Bore is excellent, shiny & bright. Bolt and op-rod extremely fine. Wooden grips & buttstock also extremely fine with a noticeable 2-1/2″ crack parallel to the bore line- 2″ up from the toe. Magazines have 85% finish or better and appear fully serviceable. Orig leather sling also serviceable, soft and supple. The MP44 is the Granddaddy of all modern assault rifles. This particular specimen has an extremely smooth action and a very attractive appearance. These are a dream to shoot on the range and thankfully significant quantities of modern made ammunition are available. No German WWII machine gun collection is complete without one of these. 50455-3 JWK29 (17,500-25,000) C&R – Lot 3024

3025
$8,625.00

**RARELY FOUND GERMAN MP-41 MACHINE GUN ON ERB REGISTERED TUBE (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).

SN 225E. Cal. 9mm. 10″ bbl. This select fire version of the MP-40 is a miss-matched parts kit on an ERB registered tube. Bbl is Hanel MFG with SN 2480B. Endcap also Hanel MFG with electro-pencil number 342. Bolt is number 2568F in electro-pencil. ERB SN with ERB added eagle over 37 visible at left side of receiver tube forward of mag housing. Stock appears unnumbered. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when operated by hand, this weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or form 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is good to fine as re-finished with some light pitting on endcap and mag housing with finish thinning in places and a couple spots of light corrosion. Bbl is very attractive and retains lustrous finish with exception of high edge wear thinning to a gray patina. Wooden stock shows moderate handling marks and dings and is complete, un-cracked and serviceable. Bore is shiny and bright with some slight pitting in the grooves. Although MP-40 models abound, this variation is not nearly so common and would make and attractive addition to any WWII machine gun collection. 50726-5 JWK54 (7,500-11,000) – Lot 3025

3026
$11,500.00

**SOUGHT AFTER BERETTA MODEL 38A MACHINE GUN (CURIO & RELIC).

SN 6190B. Cal. 9mm. 14-3/8″ bbl with compensator. The Beretta 38A was one of the most effective machine guns of WWII and actually preferred by many Germans over the MP40. It is highly accurate and a select fire weapon, depending on which trigger is pulled. This specimen retains its four slot compensator and includes one orig 40 round mag. Marked on top of the receiver with manufacturers markings & SN. Stock matches gun SN. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when operated by hand, this weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or form 4 as Curio & Relic eligible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish good to very good with about 80% of what is a partial re-finish remaining on metal parts otherwise starting to turn a brown patina, particularly at the high edges. Buttstock is in good condition overall, with significant handling marks, cracked on both sides just to the rear of trigger housing repaired with slotted wood screws on both sides. Stock cartouche and SN still visible on left side. Screws also evidence of being removed and one keepers screw missing at rear of the trigger guard. Rear trigger is in the white and appears to be replacement. Bolt is in good serviceable condition. Bore is fair to good with some shine remaining. Flash hider has taken a couple of dings at the muzzle end. There is no doubt this will make a good shooter as an example of this model. 50726-6 JWK53 (7,500-11,000) C&R – Lot 3026

3027
$9,200.00

**FINE ORIGINAL CARL GUSTAV SWEDISH “K” M45 MACHINE GUN (PRE-86 DEALER SAMPLE).

SN 502140. Cal. 9mm. 8-1/2″ bbl. This fine example of the Swedish “K” retains it’s attractive military green painted finish and black hard rubber cheek rest on the folding metal stock. It comes with 1 orig Parkerized 34 round mag. Swedish crown proof marks visible. Bbl matches receiver. Sling swivels present and serviceable. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when operated by hand, this weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is transferable only to current FFL and SOT license holders on an ATF form 3 as a pre-86 dealer sample. This weapon in this status maybe retained by the FFL/SOT license holder privately when they relinquish their license, subject to adherence to state and local laws and approval by the BATF. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish extremely fine with 95% coverage orig green enamel paint on metal parts & Parkerized finish on mag. Some scrapes and dings to bare metal. Wooden handgrip also shows some dings and handling marks as does the hard rubber cheek rest, which has a noticeable line about 1/2″ forward of the rear. Bolt face extremely fine. Well used bore with worn lands and dark in the grooves. These Swedish “K” sub-machine guns are considered one of the best of their genre by experienced machine gun enthusiasts. Trouble free accurate and comfortable to shoot, no doubt someone is going to be very happy with this offering. 50726-1 JWK50 (5,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 3027

3028
$20,700.00

**GROUP INDUSTRIES HR4332 (UZI) MACHINE GUN IN 9MM/.22 (FULLY TRANSFERABLE).

SN 100891. Cal. 9mm/22. Bbls are 10″. This clone of an Uzi by Group Industries comes with some very desirable accessories; two 9mm bbls and one .22 bbl with it’s accompanying .22 bolt and recoil spring assembly, there are also three .22 magazines. Three 32 round 9mm magazines, three 25 round 9mm magazines and two 9mm mag loaders, one .22 mag loader and a spare black stock and grip set with a bag of small internal parts, including springs, sights, and latches. There is also a green web sling included. Firing mechanism moves smoothly when operated by hand, this weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or form 4. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish extremely fine, gray finish with small spots of pinprick corrosion. Furniture and sling in excellent condition as are spare parts. Bores of all three bbls, excellent, shiny and bright. These Group Industry guns with the .22 cal conversion kits are highly sought after and this example is sure to please. 50273-3 JWK39 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 3028

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3029
$10,350.00

**HIGH CONDITION FINNISH LAHTI 20MM SEMI-AUTOMATIC ANTI-TANK RIFLE (DESTRUCTIVE DEVICE).

SN 644. Cal. 20mm. 56″ Bbl. Excellent high condition Finnish Lahti anti-tank gun on its distinctive ski-bipod with 5 magazines, 2 original magazine carriers 9 unmarked sterile blue projectile practice rounds and 5 dated 1940 original brass cased rounds. Original muzzle cover on large muzzle break. Reproduction shoulder rest at rear of receiver, and replacement threaded screw with washers retaining rubber bumper at ejection plate forward of trigger. Manufactured at the Finnish State Rifle Factory “VKT”, it is marked “20pst.kiv/39” with typical “SA” marking above SN on left side of receiver. Designed in 1939, these anti-tank guns were not available in any quantity until the war with the Soviet Union in 1941. They were effective and useful against vehicles and light tanks, as well as in a long range sniper and bunker destruction roles. Exceedingly well made, although heavy to transport for one man, the “Crank to cock action make them tremendously fun to shoot. The action of this particular specimen it extremely smooth, nicest this cataloger has ever seen. This weapon appears fully functional. This is a National Firearms Act item and requires BATF approval prior to transfer. This weapon is fully transferable on an ATF form 3 or form 4 as Curio & Relic eligible as under the classification Destructive Device (DD). CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish extremely fine with smooth gray orig finish thinning in places to gray metal. There is a nick at the bottom of the case deflector plate on the right side which appears to be a bullet strike. Wooden cooling jacket is extremely fine condition with a 2 1/2″ crack at rear which does not detract. Reproduction shoulder piece in the white with black rubber shoulder rest. Magazines in excellent condition with blue lustrous finish. Carriers extremely fine to excellent with Orig paint and serviceable web straps. Bore has shiny well-defined rifling with some pitting within 6” of the muzzle. With only just under 2000 ever produced they are a rare and sought after firearm in the United States. This is a great opportunity for the anti tank gun collector. 51067-1 JWK86 (8,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 3029

3030
$15,525.00

**MP34 o(STEYR-SOLOTHURN) (C&R).

SN 12910. Cal. 30 mauser. 7.9″ bbl, model MP 34 o as manufactured by Steyr. (Registered as #1291) Includes 3 mag in orig brown leather case. Leather case maker marked “SRA 1936” and with cartouche (STOLLA). Firing mechanism functions smoothly when operated by hand. Weapon appears fully functional and passes function check in both full auto and semi-auto. Bolt, top cover and receiver number match. Steyr logo on top cover. This example does not have Nazi proof marks. Has provision for bayonet on shroud. Mags fit properly in mag well. The Steyr-Solothurn was produced by the Rheinnaetall in the Steyr factory in Austria. The “o” suffix denoted Austria and served to keep it from being confused with an entirely different submachine gun which was designed by Bergman. The Steyr-Solothurn was issued in significant numbers to German and Austrian police forces during WWII, and was also issued to military personnel concurrently with the MP38 and MP40. This cataloger knows personally of a Veteran who bagged one when he escaped from a POW camp in 1944. PROVENANCE: Ex-Collection of Carl “Bill” Morrison. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance is about 60%. Orig finish thinned on shroud and top cover with some evidence of pitting where the receiver meets the stock line on both sides. Stock has numerous gouges and handling marks but is completely sound and serviceable. There is one 1/2″ x 1/2″ chip immediately to rear of receiver. Exterior of bbl has lost just about all orig finish and is in the white, however the bore is excellent, shiny and bright. Bolt face is very good. Bolt itself is shiny and bright. Interior of receiver could use a cleaning but is otherwise in very fine serviceable condition. Buttplate has significant brown uniform scale corrosion but this does not detract from the attractiveness of this firearm. This gun appears all matching. Orig 32 rnd .30 Mauser mags in excellent serviceable condition with nickel finished follower. Brown leather mag case has some spots of green mold just starting along seam, which preservation treatment should remedy. The brown leather is somewhat worn but the stitching is tight and leather is completely serviceable and still soft to the touch. This firearm is a fine example of quality machining and fitting from the time before the transition to stamping metal parts. This weapon would be sure to please the discerning submachine gun collector. 50754-2 JWK1 (10,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 3030

3031
$0.00

*VALLEY ENGRAVING REPRODUCTION GATLING’S BATTERY GUN MODEL 1878.

SN 011-005F. Cal. 45-70. Wonderful reproduction 10-barrel Gatling with 32″ bbl cluster mounted in orig type brass housing with steel frame. Trunnions are 1-1/4″ and the cascable is 2″. The articulated magazine base is for a Broadwell drum. Mounted in an iron yoke on iron furniture, all of which is mounted on an extraordinary reproduction oak carriage with correct concave, iron bound wheels that have ash spokes and an oak rim with 1/2″ thick steel outer rim. Accompanying, in brackets under the trail, is the iron tipped oak tiller. Top of the rear housing is fitted with a 3-1/2″ rnd plate bearing the manufacturers name & address, the date 3 June 2009, Model 1878, Caliber 45-70 Gov., made by Valley Engraving LLC and Neal E Smith Jr. Accompanied by 2 reproduction Broadwell drums, engraved on the top plate, “BROADWELL DRUM / CAPACITY 216 ROUNDS / CALIBER 45-70 GOV DATE OF MANUFACTURE 29 DEC. 2008” along with a line of Cyrillic writing. Both drums have brass and iron carrying handle on top. Few reproduction Gatling guns reach this level of sophistication or attention to detail. CONDITION: Appears to be new and unfired, retaining virtually all of its fine orig finish to both gun and carriage. Mechanics are crisp. Bright shiny bores. 51100-1 (30,000-60,000) – Lot 3031

3032
$0.00

*FINE VALLEY ENGRAVING REPRODUCTION CAMEL GATLING GUN ON TRIPOD.

SN 014-014. Cal. 45-70. Wonderful reproduction 10-barrel Gatling with 18″ bbl cluster mounted in orig type brass housing with steel frame. Trunnions are 1-1/4″ and the cascable is 2″. The articulated magazine base is for a Broadwell drum. Mounted in an iron yoke on iron furniture, all of which is mounted on an extraordinary reproduction oak and steel tripod. Top of the rear housing is fitted with a 3-1/2″ rnd plate bearing the manufacturers name & address, the date 3 June 2009, Model 1878, Caliber 45-70 Gov., made by Valley Engraving LLC and Neal E Smith Jr. Accompanied by 2 reproduction Broadwell drums, engraved on the top plate, “BROADWELL DRUM – CAPACITY 216 ROUNDS – CALIBER 45-70 GOV DATE OF MANUFACTURE 29 DEC. 2008” along with a line of Cyrillic writing. Both drums have brass and iron carrying handle on top. Few reproduction Gatling guns reach this level of sophistication or attention to detail. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus. Appears to be new and unfired. Tripod also appears to be new. 51100-2 (25,000-50,000) – Lot 3032

3033
$75,900.00

RECENTLY PAINTED AND POPULAR BRITISH ABBOT MODEL FV433 105MM SELF PROPELLED GUN IN TRACKED ARMORED CHASSIS.

SN NSN. SN NSN. 105 MM cal. Although often called a “Tank”, the ABBOT FV443 is actually a tracked self-propelled howitzer in a fully rotating turret on an armored chassis. The Abbot was fielded by the British in 1965 and it’s intended role was to provide tactical support on the battlefield shooting in an in-direct fire role against anticipated invasion of western Europe by the Soviet Union. Built by the Vickers corporation, these vehicles were produced from 1965-1967 and remained in the British inventory until 1995. The turret rotates through a full 360 degree rotation and the gun will depress as low as -5 degrees and elevate as high as +70 degrees. The L13A1 105 MM gun is non function currently, but the ring and subsequent registration with the BATF are available completely separately from this auction through the consignor. Julia’s will put the winning bidder in touch with the consignor, but make no other warrantee whatsoever about the availability and transfer of the necessary parts to make the main gun live and registered. The engine is a Rolls-Royce K60 Mk 4G multi-fuel capable power plant which develops 240 horsepower at 3,750 RPM, and the vehicle can reach speeds up to 29 MPH, and can range as far as 300 miles with a 101 U.S. gallon (386 L) fuel tank. The Abbot does have a limited amphibious capacity when equipped with its flotation screen and can move at 3 MPH through water utilizing its own tracks. Parts are available and this model is still in service in some significant quantity with the army of India. The good suspension of this vehicle combined with modern engine and availability of maintenance parts make it a popular armored vehicle for enthusiasts which want to drive, or provide “tank” rides, as it looks tough, and has a traditional turret. Weight: 18.2-tons (16,556-kg); Length: 19′ 2″ (5.84-m); Width: 8′ 6″ (2.64-m); Height: 8′ 2″ (2.18-m) CONDITION: Engine is in good operating order, and exterior has been recently repainted. Turret revolves properly. Interior upholstery in good condition. This vehicle also has connection to Operation Desert Storm I according to consignor who has currently misplaced the maintenance record which substantiates this claim. When found this documentation will be provided to the winning bidder. 50961-3 JWK92 (75,000-150,000) – Lot 3033

3034
$0.00

HISTORICALLY IMPORTANT MAXIM NORDENFELT 37MM “POM-POM”, NAVAL DECK GUN (EXEMPT FROM NFA).

SN 2024. Cal. 37mm. 51″ bbl. This exquisitely and professionally restored orig “one pounder” Maxim Nordenfelt automatic cannon is one of only very few extent of the early model. When found these are normally badly deteriorated having been exposed to the elements for decades, often as part of municipal historical monuments. This extraordinary specimen has the correct color gray paint covering the sideplates with a massive brass feed block incorporating an attractive wooden roller. It sets on an orig correct albeit non-matching SN Naval cone mount with brass cradle; the entire display piece is on a custom made wheeled dolly, making it manageable to move around. Actuating arm, feed slide, pawls and pins not present in feed block, nor is bolt present in receiver. Orig mainspring is included but not installed as the tabbed ends are not serviceable. Trigger bar, hand grip, cover, charging handle and external levers present and appear serviceable. Impressive orig brass spring cover also present on left side. Elevation adjustment wheel non-functional, however, steel pins and adjustable shaft allow one to display this piece pointing any number of positions of a wide vertical arc. Traverses smoothly through 360 degrees. This impressive display piece is non-functional due to missing the parts mentioned above and it is important to note that although this model is an automatic cannon with a rifled bore diameter greater than 1/2″ it has been declared “exempt” from the provisions of the National Firearms Act (NFA). A copy of a BATF letter attesting to this fact for this model is provided. This model is of significant historical interest as it was originally manufactured in 1889 as part of a thirty gun initial production run (This class of Maxim started at #2001). The first sale of gun #2024, with 5 others was made to the Minister of Marine, St Petersburg, Russia in March of 1895. All six guns were rejected due to defects and were returned to the factory and rebuilt. The top cover is marked with the issue/rebuild date of 1895. The company was reorganized in 1897 and conducted business as Vickers, Sons and Maxim (VSM), thus there are VSM inspection stamps on the gun. It is clear that the gun was sold, used, factory rebuilt and remarked before ourchase by the U.S. Navy in the first days of the Spanish American War. This gun was included in the first group of sixteen guns that the U.S. Navy purchased in March of 1898. This very gun, Navy Registery number 5, along with gun #2026 registry #6 were placed on the MANNING, a U.S. revenue Cutter, in April 1898, at Norfolk U.S. Navy Yard, according to the records of the U.S. Bureau of Ordnance. The Manning was taken into U.S. Naval service and participated in the bombardment of Spanish positions off Cabanas, Cuba on May 12th 1898. Eventually, Maxim 1 Pdr. Automatic Guns of this type were declared obsolete in the years 1911/1912 and were removed from ships during this period. PROVENANCE: RG 74 Records of the Bureau of Ordnance; Record of Armament of Naval Vessals, 1841-1903; Registry of Mounts for Secondary Battery, 1888-1913. Pgs 116 and 118-E131 CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is absolutely outstanding as restored with the brass jacket exhibiting a pleasing patina with a commensurate finish on the brass feed block and other brass parts. Metal sideplate exhibit correct gray Navy paint. Orig brass spring housing simply outstanding. Trigger bar shows evidence of significant old pitting but is completely serviceable. Bore is moderately pitted but retains significant rifling. The “one pounder”, 1.457″ cartridge coupled with its manageable 250-300 rounds per minute rate of fire was extremely effective and could perforate a 1″ iron plate at 100 yards. Should a person be able to locate or fabricate the remaining parts, with the appropriate expertise, this gun could likely be restored to an operating condition. This cataloger is not aware of any source of orig solid steel projectile ammunition nor of a belt which would accommodate it, however, this specimen in this condition provides a unique opportunity for the advanced U.S. Military and Navy ordnance collector to acquire one of the most impressive and attractive pieces of Navy ordnance ever to come to public auction. The fact that records indicate it first went to Russia, and then later was in U.S. Naval Service during the Spanish American War make this a gun of noteworthy interest. 50927-1 JWK80 (150,000-250,000) – Lot 3034

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3035
$9,775.00

*OUTSTANDING FABRIQUE NATIONALE G-SERIES FAL WITH BELGIAN WOOD STOCK.

SN G745. Belgian FN FAL G-Series rifle with 20″ bbl and Belgian flashhider. Sheet metal forearm assembly with integral folding bipod. SN G745. No discernible import markings have been found after detailed disassembly. Bolt, bolt carrier and receiver have all matching numbers. Comes with Trilux scope and mount as well as A.R.M.S. scope mount with rail and five FN magazines. CONDITION: Rifle condition is exceptional, with virtually no indication of having been fired. All blue finish remains with exception of very slight muzzle wear from apparent storage. All bake-on enamel finish is still on handguard assembly and bipods as well. Wood furniture is exceptional with several very minor compression scratches again probably from storage. Pistol grip equally as fine and in excellent condition. The Trilux scope being surplus as all are, is an apparent repaint but is crystal clear and apparently contains no tritium. Accessory magazines and A.R.M.S.scope mount are equally as fine showing little or no use. The G-Series rifle extremely uncommon and being a 3-digit SN makes it even more so. 50496-7 TDW (5,000-8,000) – Lot 3035

3036
$0.00

*COLT PROTOTYPE SILVER SNAKE SPECIAL EDITION PYTHON REVOLVER.

SN K99729. Cal. 357 Mag. 6″ bbl with vent rib and full lug. Signature Series Silver Snake Special Edition of 250 revolvers were introduced in 1982. This edition is the first stainless steel Python produced by Colt. Sides of bbls have etched banners with special edition inscriptions. Red ramp front sight with with white outline rear adjustable sight. Six shot fluted cylinder. Pachmayr rubber grips with Colt Custom silver medallions. Accompanied by Colt Manufacturing Co. letter authenticating the revolver, confirming specifications, and describing the limited edition. Includes custom Colt marked gun pouch. Orig wood grain box with foam inserts has custom shop label marked “Etched .357 6″ Stainless Steel Python ‘1982’ Signature Series Special Edition (PROTOTYPE)”. Overbox has had written custom shop label with same information and “PROTOTYPE” marking. CONDITION: Near new condition showing only slight cylinder drag line. 50968-2 DS (15,000-20,000) – Lot 3036

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3037
$8,050.00

*SPANISH ASTRA M5004-E CONSTABLE, GOLD DAMASCENED, PRESENTATION.

SN 1050081. Cal. 32. Although Astra made thousands of M5004 Constable very few were gold Damascened and even fewer were completed with gold Damascened grips. This mid-sized single/double action pocket pistol, made to compete against the Walther PPK, has a 3-1/2″ bbl and measures 6.25″ in length and 4.5″ in height. Fixed front sight and drift adjustable rear. The left side of the slide is fitted with a decocking safety that shrouds the firing pin. Takedown is in the usual manner with the release lever mounted on the frame just forward of the trigger. The SN is on the right side of the side and repeated on the right side of the frame. Though the Astra legend would normally be marked on the left side of the slide, most extensively engraved and Damascened guns have the legend relocated to the lower surface of the trigger guard, as found on this pistol. This gun was completed with a vegetal and animal motif whereby the decorated slide included two different dogs on the left side and a third dog on the right side. The left side of the grip has a cougar climbing a tree while the right side has two geese. The Astra logo appears on the frontstrap. Small parts, including the safety, hammer, slide release, takedown lever, trigger, mag release, and magazine, are chromed. Astra Firearms and Selected Competitors by Antaris, pg 480, shows this gun was completed in 1970. Accompanying documents support its later presentation to the President of Nicaragua, General Anatasio Samoza in 1977. Per a notarized statement by his Minister of Finance, the gun was carried on many occasions as General Somoza’s personal weapon, explaining the dulling and minor finish losses. CONDITION: Approximately 99% gold Damascene coverage with slight surface dulling and minor oxidative losses. Negligible wear of the chromed parts and magazine. Excellent bore. Perfect manual mechanics. 50646-1 LMA (6,000-8,000) – Lot 3037

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3038
$2,300.00

*EXCEPTIONALLY FINE FACTORY ENGRAVED SAVAGE MODEL 1907 TO CAPT. W.L.FOLEY OF HOUSTON, TEXAS.

SN 21955. Cal. 32 ACP. Brilliant high polish commercial blue finish with vivid case colored trigger. Factory engraved to Capt. William L. Foley, a prominent merchant of Houston, Texas, who operated the W.L. Foley Dry Goods Co. from 1896 until his death in 1925. On left side of upper frame his name being engraved and surrounded by a small floral scene. 2-pc hard rubber Savage monogrammed grips. Rnd safety lever with wide serrations and burr type hammer.Smooth magazine release with no knurling and early single slot unmarked Savage all blue magazine. Accompanied with a factory letter indicating that this firearm was shipped, factory engraved to the original consignee entered as Capt. W.S. Foley and it was shipped May 12, 1910. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall condition, with most all of the Savage bright polished commercial finish remaining with slight finish loss at high points of slide serrations and slight loss from holster wear on muzzle. Bore and mechanics are exceptional. Trigger retains virtually all of its proper bright vivid case colors. A very nice Savage Model 1907 Type 2. This is a very interesting gun with Texas association and additional research could be quite fruitful. 50475-1 (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 3038

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3039
$12,075.00

*PAIR OF DESIRABLE EARLY SMITH & WESSON REVOLVERS.

SN 675323 & 57068. 1)357 Registered Magnum. Cal. 357 MAG. 6″ bbl with rib. First of a long line of S&W 357 Magnums, the registered models were introduced in 1935 on a custom order basis and registered with S&W to the orig owner. This revolver is registration number 4251. Hand checkered top strap and rib with pin Patridge front sight with adjustable rear sight. Six shot cylinder. Blue finish with case colored hammer and trigger. Two piece Magna diamond checkered walnut grips with silver S&W medallions. 2) K22 Outdoorsman first model. Cal. 22 LR. Bbl 6″ round with pinned Patridge front sight and early production adjustable rear sight held by single screw. Six shot fluted cylinder. Blue finish with case colored hammer and trigger. Two piece diamond checkered walnut grips with S&W medallions. Both guns are housed in a custom case with hand tooled leather covering. Green velour interior with blocks for both revolvers. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: 1) Fine, retaining over 97% orig blue. Hammer and trigger have good case colors. Very good bore. Grips show a few small handling marks. 2) Over 90% orig blue with small scratches, spots of freckling and muzzle wear. Hammer and trigger have lightly visible case colors. Very good bore. Grips show very light wear with scattered small marks. Case shows moderate interior and exterior wear. 50594-69 DS (6,500-12,500) C&R – Lot 3039

3040
$5,750.00

*IMPORTANT ED MCGIVERN SMITH & WESSON USED BY MONTANA LAWMAN.

SN 279823. Cal. 38 Spcl. Known as the Military and Police Model of 1905 Fourth Change. Manufactured in the late teens or early 20’s with 6″ bbl with 2-pc diamond patterned checkered walnut grips with gold deep dish medallions. Period large button Heiser of Denver holster. 1-1/2″ wide carry belt with dual drop pouch with unsigned nickel buckle and snaps. Has custom high visibility front sight with bead and inletted white metal half moon in rear of sight groove to improve visibility in low light. This Smith & Wesson was a gift from famed shootist and exhibitionist Mr. Ed McGivern, the author of Fast and Fancy Revolver Shooting, to Calvin A. Robinson upon his election as sheriff of Flathead County, MT, in 1933. CONDITION: Good overall, with much blue finish remaining on frame and backstrap. Front and rear sight have been modified to give better visibility. Bbl has typical finish wear for a police revolver which has been carried. Cyl has reasonable amounts of loss at high points around flutes. Action is good. Heiser holster has good stitching and is supple. Snap has become loose with age. Belt and drop pouches are in good overall condition with most nickel remaining on its fittings. Attached with this rig is a notarized affidavit from the family of Sheriff Calvin A. Robinson reaffirming the history of this revolver. 50959-1 TDW (5,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 3040

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3041
$57,500.00

*FINE SINGER MANUFACTURING CO 1911A1 PISTOL.

SN 5800050. Cal. 45. One of the 500 Model 1911A1 pistols manufactured by the Singer Manufacturing Company during WWII under the Ordnance Educational Order No. W-ORD-396. This educational order required Singer to furnish the government with a complete set of drawings, operation sheets, time studies, tooling, and a complete set of manufacturing fixtures so that a complete manufacturing operation could be set up using only the supplied documentation. In addition, 500 pistols were to be delivered along with the documentation package. Conventional wisdom indicates that most of the 500 pistols went to the U.S. Army Air Corps, surviving examples are scarce. Surviving all orig examples are much harder to find. The left side of the slide is marked in 2-lines ahead of the slide serrations as follows: “S. MFR. CO” over “ELIZABETH, N.J., U.S.A.” with no markings to the right side of the slide. The top of the slide is stamped with a single “P” proof mark oriented to read with the muzzle down. All other manufacturers marked the “P” on the slide to be read with the muzzle up. An identical “P” proof mark is stamped on the left side of the frame immediately above the magazine release. The pistol is correctly unmarked under the firing pin, stop plate (FPSP). The left side of the frame is stamped with the “JKC” initials of Col. John K. Clement, the Ordnance Inspector of the New Jersey Ordnance District. The right side of the frame is stamped “UNITED STATES PROPERTY”. “No. S800050” in 2-lines with “M 1911 A1 U.S. ARMY” above and forward of the slide stop pin hole. The pistol has the wide spur hammer with borderless checkering, with fine checkering on: thumb safety, slide stop, milled trigger and mainspring housing. The reproduction stocks lack the correct checkering pattern for a Singer pistol, have the reinforcing internal ribs and have Keyes Fiber markings on the back side of each grip. The replacement bbl bushing has the wrong shaped front plate as well as the wrong finish. The all blued bbl is stamped with only a single larger “P” proof on rear left side of the lug with no other proof marks. The pistol has a replacement pinned re-blued former two-tone magazine with no markings anywhere (Not Singer production). No advanced .45 Auto collection is complete without a Singer, and this is a fine example of Singer Model 1911A1 WWII pistol with only a few replaced parts. CONDITION: Fine with 80% of the orig blue finish showing wear and finish loss on the edges and high spots. The front grip strap and mainspring housing both show a light grey patina finish. All markings are clear and sharp. The brown checkered plastic reproduction stocks are both in excellent condition with nice sharp, distinct checkering with only a few minor nicks on each side. This is a rare opportunity to obtain a mostly orig WWII Singer manufactured WWII M1911A1 semi-automatic pistol, the “Holy Grail” of all .45 automatic M1911A1 pistols! 51033-54 KXK (40,000-60,000) C&R – Lot 3041

3042
$34,500.00

*FINE NORTH AMERICAN ARMS COMPANY, LTD CALIBER 45 PISTOL.

SN 86. Cal.”North American Arms Company, Ltd.” (NAA Co., Ltd.) of Quebec, Canada. In early July 1918, the U.S. government issued a contract for 500,000 Model 1911 pistols to the NAA Co. The NAA Co. leased the Ross Rifle plant to do the manufacturing and as part of the contractual agreement, the U.S. Government was to supply all of the raw materials. However, due to the shortage of materials, they were only able to supply enough material to produce approximately 100 sets of prototype or tool room parts, some or all of which were later assembled into completed pistols. Due to the Armistice of November 11, 1918, the contract was canceled in December of 1918 with no examples of completed pistols ever being accepted by the U.S. government. These 100 pistols were uniquely marked with only a SN on the left rear section of the slide along with the factory markings found on the left side of the slide. This specific pistol is marked on the slide “MANUFACTURED BY” over “NORTH AMERICAN ARMS CO. LIMITED” over “QUEBEC CANADA” along with no. “86” on the rear section behind the serrations, the left side of the trigger, and the left, lower rear corner of the receiver under the stock. CONDITION: The pistol itself is nicely machined and produced, the configuration of the parts and components are similar to the standard Colt Model 1911 models. Slide stop is grooved, not checkered. Front plate of bbl bushing has unique NAA profile. The hammer is a wide version very similar to the Colt production models except it is without any checkering on the spur. The grip panels are checkered walnut. The magazine is a blued pinned, two-tone pattern like the Colt versions. Bbl unmarked with 1911 profile. The condition of the slide is approximately 20% orig blue. Receiver has approximately 50% blue with the rest being patina. All edges sharp and crisp. Recoil spring has no crimped end as do normal 1911 recoil springs. Clean, crisp bore that has minor pitting. 51033-55 KXK (30,000-50,000) C&R – Lot 3042

3043
$14,375.00

*SPECTACULAR++ UNION SWITCH & SIGNAL EXP NO 9 PRESENTATION PISTOL MADE FOR GEORGE BLACKMORE PRESIDENT OF UNION SWITCH AND SIGNAL.

SN 9. Cal. 45 auto. Spectacular++ Union Switch & Signal (US&S) EXP presentation pistol (1 of about 100). Buffed and DuLite blued. Only faintly less than new condition. The receivers of all EXP presentation guns usually had some sort of defect in them and were generally rejected military receivers often because of stripped stock screw bushings. Approximately 100 EXP presentation guns were made. Some were high polished, buffed and blued; some were blued over sandblasting. The sandblasted guns had sharp edges and were generally finished like military contract guns. This buffed and blued example is done very well, however the rear and front sights were not removed prior to buffing and the marks show. Inside accompanying orig box includes a Union Switch & Signal Company pocket leather notebook, along with the business card of George A. Blackmore, President of Union Switch & Signal Company, Swissvale, PA and President of Westinghouse Air Brake Company, Wilmerding, PA. Also included is the Union Switch & Signal Company employee badge number “5596” and spare magazine in orig grease-paper wrap. Includes orig grease-paper wrap for pistol, as well as paper target marked “Model of 1911-A1 45 automatic pistol No. 9. Seven shots fired at 15 yards, tested by F. C. Smith”. PROVENANCE: Formerly of the Edward S. Meadows Collection. CONDITION: US&S Company EXP NO 9 (E not visible, but under stock). Overall 99% heavily buffed and blued finish, all correct as a blued EXP presentation pistol; pistol appears exactly as other observed blued EXP pistols but this example is in spectacular condition. Slide stop could not be removed using normal hand pressure. Bore bright and shiny. Buffed DuLite finish. Bright blued trigger, checkered hammer, thumb safety, and slide-stop. Bbl bushing has concentric rings. Excellent+ Keyes Fiber stocks. Escutcheon rings around screws. All edges crisp and moderately sharp, despite the buffing. Only the faintest shadow of a takedown scratch. Fully blued (S) Scovill made contract magazine. As a presentation gun, no proof marks were required, but slide is “P” proofed off to the left ahead of rear sight, adding credence to the theory that these pistols used rejected military slides and receivers. The receiver is not proof marked, but the slide is. Accompanying orig cardboard box marked “No 9”. Also included is a test target in nice, clear, readable condition. A spectacular example of a buffed and blued Union Switch & Signal presentation gun documented to the President of Union Switch & Signal. With documentation, orig box, and Meadows hang tag. Fired only a few times. 51033-80 KXK (12,000-30,000) C&R – Lot 3043

3044
$16,675.00

*UNION SWITCH & SIGNAL EXP NO 10 PRESENTATION GUN.

SN 10. Cal. 45 auto. Spectacular Union Switch & Signal (US&S) EXP presentation pistol (1 of about 100). Buffed and DuLite blued. Near new condition. The receivers of all EXP presentation guns usually had some sort of defect in them and were generally rejected military receivers often because of stripped stock screw bushings. Approximately 100 EXP presentation guns were made. Some were high polished, buffed and blued; some were blued over sandblasting. The sandblasted guns had sharp edges and were generally finished like military contract guns. Inside accompanying box includes business card of George A. Blackmore, President of Union Switch & Signal Company, Swissvale, PA and President of Westinghouse Air Brake Company, Wilmerding, PA. Also includes envelope marked “Union Switch & Signal Model 1911-A1 .45 Automatic One of 100 “Experimental” models made by US & S prior to their production of 55,000 weapons at the beginning of WW2. The first eleven weapons were blued and presented to the Board of Directors. This weapon is E X P No. 10. It is still in mint condition having been test fired only. The original test target is still in the box.” Author of the above is not known, but the pistols were definitely made toward the end of production and there are a couple of very minor marks on the pistol, one of which we specified as a drag mark. CONDITION: US&S Company EXP NO 10 (EX not visible, but under stock). Overall 99% heavily buffed and blued finish, all correct as a blued EXP presentation pistol; pistol appears exactly as other observed blued EXP pistols. Bbl high standard (HS) on right lug and (P) on left lug. Bore dirty, may be frosted, has been fired but not much. Buffed DuLite finish. Bright blued trigger, checkered hammer, thumb safety, and slide-stop. Bbl bushing has concentric rings. Excellent+ Keyes Fiber stocks. Escutcheon rings around screws. All edges crisp and moderately sharp, despite the buffing. Only the faintest takedown scratch. Fully blued General Shaver made contract magazine. As a presentation gun, no proof marks were required, but slide is “P” proofed off to the left ahead of rear sight, adding credence to the theory that these pistols used rejected military slides and receivers. The receiver is not proof marked, but the slide is. Small ding on receiver, right hand side above trigger guard bow. Accompanying orig cardboard box marked “No 10 One of four given to President of Union Switch and Signal. Dliv 5-3-47”. Also included is orig test target sheet marked “1911-A1, 45 automatic No. 10”. Target shows age and signatures faint. A superb example of a buffed and blued Union Switch & Signal presentation gun documented to the President of Union Switch & Signal. With documentation and orig box. Fired only a few times. 51033-81 KXK (10,000-20,000) C&R – Lot 3044

3045
$9,200.00

*SUPERB EXAMPLE OF A UNION SWITCH & SIGNAL COMPANY EXP NO 36 PRESENTATION GUN.

SN 36. Cal. 45 auto. Almost spectacular Union Switch & Signal (US&S) EXP presentation pistol (1 of about 100). Finished in DuLite over sandblasting. The receivers of all EXP presentation guns usually had some sort of defect in them and were generally rejected military receivers, often because of stripped stock screw bushings. Approximately 100 EXP presentation guns were made. Some were high polished, buffed and blued; some were blued over sandblasting. The sandblasted guns, like this one, had sharp edges and were generally finished like military contract guns. CONDITION: US&S Company EXP NO 36 (EXP not visible, but under stock). Overall 97% orig finish, all correct, all orig. Bbl high standard, mirror bore, has been fired but not much. Crisp DuLite finish. Bright blued trigger, checkered hammer, thumb safety, and slide-stop. Bbl bushing has concentric rings. Excellent+ Keyes Fiber stocks. Escutcheon rings around screw. Slight. Slight scrapes on slide and gun overall, wear only on high points, all edges crisp and sharp. Significant takedown scratch. Risdon made contract magazine (proper). As a presentation gun, no proof marks were required, but slide is “P” proofed in two places; front of rear sight and off to the left, adding credence to the theory that these pistols used rejected military slides and receivers. The receiver is not proof marked, but the slide is. A superb example of a Union Switch & Signal presentation gun fired only a few times. 51074-2 KXK (8,000-14,000) C&R – Lot 3045

3046
$3,450.00

*UNION SWITCH AND SIGNAL 1911A1.

SN 1051294. Cal. 45 auto. Interesting 1911A1 WWII U.S. pistol. Union Switch and Signal (US&S) made 55,000 1911A1s in WWII. They are the second rarest 1911, sometimes known as “the poor man’s Singer”. US&S primarily made railroad switching equipment, but got a contract to make 1911A1 pistols. US&S pistols were some of the highest quality 1911s. All had DuLite finish, all had high standard bbls. Early pistols had Keyes Fiber stocks without escutcheon rings, later pistols had the escutcheon rings. All had bright blued triggers and all had bbl bushings with concentric rings on the front surface. Good starter pistol for a new collector. CONDITION: Bbl, high standard, good bore, slight pitting; rifling visible. Slide stop grooved (which is wrong). Bbl bushing un-circled (which is wrong), hammer slightly different than normal (could be wrong). Trigger blued bright. Mainstring housing checkered. Stocks Keyes Fiber Company with escutcheon rings. Finish DuLite orig finish, thinning all over, mostly gone on front grip strap and grip safety. Clear inspector mark “RCD”. Magazine two-tone, good+ condition. Moderate pitting on slide left front. Overall condition 60% orig finish. 50599-2 KXK (3,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 3046

3047
$2,875.00

*VERY ATTRACTIVE UNION SWITCH & SIGNAL 1911A1 PISTOL WITH.

SN 1087740. Cal 45 auto. 5″ bbl This pistol retains 99% plus of a later applied refinish. The muzzle-end of the slide has a characteristically darker aspect due to the hardening process and appears darker due to the refinishing. The markings are crisp and well defined with an “R.C.D.” cartouche on the left side of the frame. The Keyes Fiber Co. stocks are in fine shape with some minor flattening of the points, mostly near the top of the right side panel. A single Scovill manufactured magazine is included. This is a nice condition Union Switch & Signal 1911 A 1 which although refinished is very attractive. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: High standard bbl is refinished with dirty bore, having some mild frosting within the grooves. Sights are replaced with staking around rear sight, front and rear sight are similar to GI sights. Trigger has dull refinish. All other parts appear to be correct type, but refinished. 50908-10 KXK (2,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 3047

3048
$23,000.00

BREATHTAKING ALL ORIGINAL COLT NAVY 1911 PISTOL.

SN 42056. Cal. 45. Proper “P H” on the bbl; horizontal positioned “P H” on crisp, “like new” bbl finish. Crisp, beautiful stocks with only the slightest rounding on the bottom checkering. All markings are proper, all markings and edges are crisp and sharp. CONDITION: Thin finish on magazine. Immaculate, mirror bright bore. Slight bugger marks on frame under slide stop. Pitting mark above “NAVY” due to holster storage. Slight pitting on right muzzle. Remainder of gun in beautiful condition. Navy’s usually have heavy wear and an orig gun in superb condition is almost unheard of. This orig Navy pistol in magnificent condition, may be the only one you will ever see. 50835-1 KXK (12,000-22,000) C&R – Lot 3048

3049
$11,500.00

*SCARCE EARLY COLT MODEL 1911 SEMI-AUTOMATIC PISTOL WITH WWI MILLS CANVAS ACCESSORIES.

SN 35375. Cal. 45 ACP. Early 1911 with 5″ bbl that has an “H” parallel to the bore and a “P” perpendicular to the bore. Slide has early markings with last patent date “1911” on left side and Rampant Colt at left rear end. Right side has Army markings and it has orig fixed sights with thin front blade and round top, U-notch rear sight. Left forward side of the frame is marked “UNITED STATES PROPERTY” and has the “WGP” (Maj. Walter G. Penfield) inspector initials above the magazine release. Mounted with diamond checkered walnut grips. Accompanied by an orig Mills brass tipped canvas swivel holster that has an extra web belt drop extender; a Mills WWI canvas web belt with brass furniture; a 1918 dated Mills canvas double mag pouch containing 2 additional 2-tone lanyard loop magazines & the very rare paper instruction sheet on preventing rust forming on magazine while in the pouch; an orig WWI Mills braided cotton & brass lanyard and a model 1917 plumb Bolo Machete dated 1918 with orig canvas & leather scabbard. Also accompanied by a Colt Factory letter which identifies this pistol in Cal .45 with 5″ bbl, blue finish, type of stocks not listed and shipped to Springfield Armory, June 17, 1913,in a 500 gun shipment. Consignor stated it took him several years to accumulate all of these accessories in like new condition as found here. This pistol was part of the first military contract of 1913 which were almost universally issued to Cavalry Units. They remained in service through the border skirmishes of the American Southwest, WWI, WWII, Korea and Viet Nam, remaining in service well into the 1970’s or later until replaced by the Beretta 9mm pistol. After being retired the majority of these pistols were either sold to foreign governments or to private citizens through the NRA/DCM (Division of Civilian Marksmanship). A great majority of these pistols were converted into target configuration with few remaining completely orig. In addition, a great number of those pistols were Arsenal refinished before being re-sold. Therefore finding one in completely orig configuration with orig finish is somewhat a rarity. Frankford Arsenal packet of “20 Pistol Ball Cartridges, Cal. .45, Model of 1911. For Automatic Pistol Model 1911.” In excellent condition, in full form, unopened and both of the fabric pull tabs are intact and present. The label is present, slightly faded, but clearly legible. PROVENANCE: The William Smith Collection. CONDITION: Very fine, all original. Slide retains about 95% glossy orig charcoal blue with some slight thinning around ejection port & a few light scratches on top. Frame retains about 90% glossy orig blue, thin on front strap & spring housing, strong & bright elsewhere. Grips show very light wear with one or two chipped diamonds. Bbl retains about 75% orig blue with bright shiny bore. Magazine retains about 85% of orig blue with dull white section. Mechanics are crisp. A hard to find pistol in hard to find condition. Other two spare magazines show heavy wear with one cleaned to bright metal. All of the canvas gear and Machete appear to be new and unused. 50600-3 FTL (10,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 3049

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3050
$6,900.00

*NEAR NEW COLT 1911A1 WITH ORIGINAL SHIPPING BOX.

SN 1207847. Cal. 45. Near new condition 1943 date frame with (non-numbered slide) 1911A1 pistol and orig grease paper lined shipping box. Includes “like new” Risdon welded base magazine with “C-R” marking on baseplate. CONDITION: Frosted bore. Ordnance mark crisp and sharp. “GHD” acceptance mark, crisp and sharp. “P” on frame crisp and sharp. Roll mark on left side slide shows partial missing characters. Stamped trigger, wide spur hammer. Checkered mainspring housing and square notch rear sight. 99% original finish overall. Accompanying cardboard box with tape marks and tape over inventory numbers in good/excellent condition. Overall condition is just a hairs breath away from brand new. 50826-1 KXK (6,000-9,000) C&R – Lot 3050

3051
$4,600.00

*EXCEPTIONAL COLT MODEL 1911 U S ARMY SERIAL NUMBER 169433 ALL ORIGINAL PISTOL.

SN 169433. Cal. 45. All parts proper and orig. Vertical “P H” marked bbl. Dbl diamond checkered stocks, wide spur hammer, narrow front sight, standard “COLT PATENT” markings, “UNITED STATES PROPERTY” markings, “RAMPANT COLT” at rear of slide, “GHS” (Gilbert H. Stewart) inspectors cartouche. Slide marked “MODEL OF U S ARMY”. All proper and correct. SN 169433. Blue finish,walnut stocks. Manufactured in the early part of 1917, this is a very nice example of an early WWI U.S. Army contract Model 1911 pistol as produced by Colt. The pistol still retains the WWI military blue finish and has the serif letter markings on the slide and frame. The left side of the slide has “PATENTED APR. 20, 1897. SEPT. 9, 1902” over “DEC.19, 1905. FEB.14, 1911 . AUG.19, 1913” followed by “COLT’S PT. FA MFG. CO.” over “HARTFORD, CT. U.S.A”, with the “RAMPANT COLT” behind the serrations. “MODEL OF 1911 U.S. ARMY” is marked on the right side of the slide with the left side of the frame marked”UNITED STATES PROPERTY” along with the circled “GHS” inspector cartouche of Gilbert H. Stewart, the US Ordnance Inspector above the magazine release. It has the correct blue Colt WWI bbl marked with vertical small “P” and “H” proofs at the chamber, the WWI checkered thumb safety, long smooth trigger, checkered slide stop, wide spur hammer, and flat mainspring housing. Accompanying Colt Factory letter dated March 3, 2014. CONDITION: Overall 97% orig finish. Dirty, but mirror bore. Right walnut stock moderately worn on bottom; left stock mostly crisp. Two-tone magazine excellent. Moderate thinning of front grip straps. A very attractive, all correct and original 1911 “GHS” inspected pistol. Orig stock screws in excellent condition, only the slightest buggering. Mag catch lock crisp. Overall, a very attractive 1917 made, all original, Model 1911 pistol. 51033-52 KXK (4,000-9,000) C&R – Lot 3051

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3052
$4,025.00

*EXCEPTIONAL COLT 1911 U.S. ARMY PISTOL SN 196905.

SN 196905. Cal. 45. Colt 1911 U.S. Army pistol SN 196905 has orig blue finish on slide and receiver. Later Colt “C in Square” marked bbl. Magazine is a Springfield made folded bottom type with lanyard loop. 1917 made pistol showing very little wear. Colt patent markings on slide,”RAMPANT COLT”, “MODEL OF 1911 U.S. ARMY” all crisp and sharp. CONDITION: Bore is bright and shiny. Magazine catch lock slightly buggered, orig stock screws un-buggered. All proper markings, “SN 196905”, “United States Property”, “GHS” cartouche. All edges crisp and sharp. Slight thinning of front grip strap. Slight reddening of rear grip strap. Stocks sharp and crisp except a couple of small diamonds at the bottom. Only high edge wear. 94% finish. Left stock crushed in small area above lower stock screw. Overall, an exceptionally attractive 1911 with most of the orig finish and only a couple of changed parts. 50706-1 (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 3052

3053
$0.00

FINE 100 YEAR OLD 1911 COLT ARMY.

SN 218705. Cal. 45. One of the last Gilbert H. Stewart inspected 1911’s. All proper markings “UNITED STATES PROPERTY” crisp and clear. “RAMPANT COLT” sharp. Sights in excellent condition. CONDITION: Stocks show moderate wear to the bottom portion. Some crushing of small diamonds on left side. Stock screws on right show minor buggering; stock screws on left look excellent. Excellent condition lanyard loop magazine not orig to pistol; LL stopped in 1916. “HP” sharing common leg inspected bbl is from a later pistol. Bore heavily frosted near chamber. All other parts appear correct and orig. Loss of finish on front and rear grip straps. Loss of finish to patina on top of slide. For a 100 year old “veteran” with a couple of changed parts, it’s in nice shape. 50835-2 KXK (3,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 3053

3054
$2,587.50

*ALL CORRECT AND ORIGINAL COLT MODEL 1911 U S ARMY SERIAL NUMBER 251562.

SN 251562. Cal. 45. All parts proper and orig. Vertical “P H” marked bbl. Dbl diamond checkered stocks, wide spur hammer, narrow front sight, standard “COLT PATENT” markings, “UNITED STATES PROPERTY” markings, “RAMPANT COLT” at rear of slide, “JMG” (John M. Gibbert) inspectors cartouche. Slide marked “MODEL OF U S ARMY”. All proper and correct. Accompanying standard Model 1917 leather holster marked “CLINTON 1918 F.W.T.”. Accompanying Colt Factory letter dated July 11, 2008. CONDITION: Overall 92% orig finish. Dirty, but mirror bore. Right walnut stocks heavily worn on bottom; left stock mostly crisp. Two-tone magazine shows moderate to heavy wear. Moderate thinning of front and rear grip straps. Overall a very attractive, all correct and original 1911 “JMG” inspected pistol. Accompanying leather holster with moderate wear, but still usable. 51033-74 KXK (2,500-7,000) C&R – Lot 3054

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3055
$0.00

*PERSONALIZED COLT 1911 PISTOL MADE IN 1917.

SN 139372. Cal. 45. Marked in script on right hand slide below ejection port “C F JUDSON” over “CAPT. ORD R. L. U.S.A.”. Sans serif “H” above firing pin stop plate. Rear sight modified with V-notch instead of rnd notch. Accompanying Colt Factory letter dated March 2, 1014. CONDITION: Slide stop and hammer are 1911A1 Colt. Thumb safety probably also from 1911A1 Colt. Bbl bushing appears too thick, probably from commercial pistol. Magazine is lanyard loop Type 3, no finish. Bbl is properly vertical “P H” marked. Bore is bright and shiny. Opening through ejection port is polished; should be blued. All markings proper except added engraving on right hand slide. Right slide marked “MODEL OF 1911 U. S. ARMY”. Right side of receiver SN “139372”. Left side of receiver “UNITED STATES PROPERTY” in serif letters. Cartouche of Gilbert H Stewart above mag catch. Standard Colt patent dates on left slide, “RAMPANT COLT” to rear of slide. Stock screws in good condition. Mag catch lock buggered. Stocks right and left crisp and sharp. Finish thin all over, mostly patina. Overall 40% orig finish. 51033-65 KXK (1,500-3,000) C&R – Lot 3055

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3056
$3,737.50

*SUPERBLY REFINISHED COLT 455 WEBLEY.

SN W62011. Cal. 455. Webley Government Model with all orig parts, but are superbly refinished. Right hand of slide marked “COLT AUTOMATIC” over “CALIBRE 455”. Right side of receiver marked “GOVERNMENT MODEL” over “W 62011”. Left side slide has normal patent markings in middle, to the rear a “RAMPANT COLT” along with crossed flags. Receiver has crossed flags above trigger guard, upper trigger guard has verified proof and British firing proof. Lower trigger guard has letter “B”. Magazine marked “CAL .455” over “ELEY”, British Broad Arrow property mark. Lot includes spare identical magazine. CONDITION: Cross scepters on slide and receiver show no raised metal. Crown over T9E mark and verified proof show no raised metal. Bbl high polished in the white should be raw machined in the white. Probably factory refinished. All parts appear to be crisp and new. Groove on back of hood indicates 455 Cal. bbl. Raised marking on left side of slide shows cratered metal, but it should not. Stocks crisp as new. Spare magazine is excellent. Overall a beautifully refinished Webley Government Model. 50496-6 KXK (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 3056

3057
$4,025.00

*SUPERB COLT .38 AMU PISTOL BUILT BY JAMES CLARK.

SN 158145. Cal. 38 AMU. Blue finish 5″ bbl with BO-MAR target rear adjustable sight with Clark extended front sight. Aggressively stippled frontstrap with stippled backstrap. Extended adjustable Clark trigger with 2-pc checkered Beckelhymer’s walnut stocks. Best quality custom 1911 target pistol with Colt factory letter indicating sold to Gil Hebard Guns but shipped to James Clark, Shreveport, Louisiana, November of 1961. Underside of slide is marked “L.CLARK, SHREVEPORT, LA” with his work number “1260”. Hebard and Clark, two of the foremost recognized custom 1911 dealers and both being identified on one single gun. Bbl marked “Colt 38 Spec. Kit”. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, with most all custom bright Clark blue remaining. Bbl lockup and fitting is exceptionally tight. Bore and mechanics are bright and crisp. Grips are excellent with no distress or evidence of wear. Magazine is a Colt Commercial 38 Special Magazine. Spectacular custom 1911 by two of the finest makers in the United States. 51033-85 TDW (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 3057

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3058
$2,587.50

*EARLY PRE-WAR COLT 1911A1 COMMERCIAL GOVERNMENT .38 SUPER.

SN 2959. Cal. 38 Super. 5″ bbl, slide marked with standard 2-line Colt 1913 Patent on left slide and “COLT SUPER 38/AUTOMATIC” with Rampant Colt on right slide. Fixed sights. Pre-War frame with finger cutouts, arched mainspring housing, and checkered trigger. Proper 2-tone magazine marked COLT SUPER/ 38 AUTO holds 9 rounds. CONDITION: Generally Very Good. Gun retains about 75% factory finish with losses from what appears to be contact with a chemical substance on the left side only. Some thinning to sharp edges and patina on front and back straps. Grips show moderate wear. Magazine with moderate scattered pitting. Bore is clean, shiny and bright. 50651-1 (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 3058

3059
$0.00

*VERY ATTRACTIVE COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL CIRCA 1914, SERIAL NUMBER C 14802.

SN C14802. Cal. 45 . 1911 Government Model. Right side of slide marked “COLT AUTOMATIC CALIBRE 45”. Left side of slide marked standard Colt patent markings. Rear of slide under sight appliance “RAMPANT COLT” marking. Left trigger guard bow upper marked with verified proof; lower trigger guard marked “Y”. CONDITION: Bright high polished, orig finish on frame and slide. Slide stop, thumb safety, and grip safety show smoky blue finish. Fitted with clip-on wide notch front and rear sight appliances that appear to be easily removed. Probable replacement stock screws and stocks. Thinning of finish on front grip strap apparently from users ring. Rear grip strap, very, very nice. Bbl in the white through ejection port. Bright mirror bore. Standard two-tone magazine shows moderate wear and oxidation. Overall condition a very attractive 92%. 51033-73 KXK (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 3059

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3060
$2,012.50

*COLT COMMERCIAL POST-WAR CIRCA 1950 COLT GOVERNMENT MODEL C SUFFIXED SERIAL NUMBER 247171-C,” PROPERTY OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK”.

SN 247171-C. Cal. 45. One of 250 pistols sent to the New York Guard. Notched rear sight, serrated ramp wide front sight. Grooved blued slide stop. Grooved thumb safety, flat sided checkered hammer and grooved trigger, grooved mainspring housing. Plastic stocks with Colt logo embossed. Note: these stocks shrank and often broke due to shrinkage. Right hand slide marked “COLT’S MFG. CO. HARTFORD CT U.S.A.” above “PROPERTY OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK.” Right receiver marked “247171-C”. Left receiver marked “Q” and verified proof on upper trigger guard bow. Left slide marked “GOVERNMENT” over “MODEL” followed by “COLT” followed by “AUTOMATIC” over “CALIBER 45” followed by a “RAMPANT COLT”. Magazine marked on baseplate “COLT” over “45 AUTO”. Small “c” in top left corner. “RAMPANT COLT” on tongue. No lanyard loop on grooved mainspring housing. CONDITION: Orig bbl was standard Colt commercial finished in white through ejection port marked “COLT .45 AUTO”. Bbl marked “45 AUTO” over “7791199” hard chrome lined with right lug marked “MA” and left lug marked “M P”. Front and rear grip straps thin, dust cover thin. Thinning on front top of slide. Overall 80% orig finish. 51033-72 KXK (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 3060

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3061
$8,050.00

*SPECTACULAR PRE-WAR COLT ACE 22.

SN 10180. Cal. 22LR. Near new condition 1939 production Colt Ace 22 automatic. Standard 2-pc walnut grips with high polish commercial pre-war finish. Checkered long trigger. Wide pre-war Colt hammer in near pristine condition. The only thing that could improve this gun would be its factory box and paperwork. Included with this is a factory letter. CONDITION: Only the slightest traces of wear are evident and they are on the trigger from being pulled, the hammer face from slide being pulled, and the most minute trace of a takedown line under slide stop. Truly an exceptional Colt Ace worthy of only the best collections. 51033-70 TDW (8,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 3061

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3062
$13,225.00

*SUPERB U.S. MILITARY INSPECTED (WB) COLT SERVICE MODEL ACE SEMI·AUTOMATIC PISTOL.

SN SM2582. Cal. 22LR. 5″ round bbl. All matching (SN under firing pin stop plate, “2582”). Blue finish, full checkered walnut stocks. Manufactured in 1941. Fixed front and adjustable rear sights. Checkered trigger, magazine release, thumb safety, slide release, hammer spur, and arched main spring housing. The left side of the slide is marked with the Hartford address and the patent information in 2-lines followed by the “RAMPANT COLT”. The right side is marked “COLT’; “SERVICE” over “MODEL” ;’ACE” in a diamond, “.22” “LONG” over “RIFLE”. The SN (SM 2582) is on the right side of the frame, the right front trigger guard bow is marked “60”. The left trigger guard bow is marked “P” over the Colt “VP”. Checkered stocks and like new two-tone blued magazine marked “COLT” over “” over “.22 L.R.” on the floor plate. CONDITION: Excellent with approximately 98% of the orig blue finish remaining, thinning at the muzzle and high edges. Marks from the frame during cycling on the slide and a tiny spot on the right side. The full checkered grips are excellent, light pressure dents and strong checkering. Mechanically excellent. Only a few dings and scratches especially on the front grip strap. All markings are crisp and strong. Rear sight is adjustable and excellent with only a little bit of buggering on the screws. Superb orig two-tone magazine. Front sight has worn blue. Bore dirty but looks great. These blued military inspected service Model Aces are getting almost impossible to find and this one is in superb orig condition. Only a few high spots of wear and a few minor dings. 51033-84 KXK (5,000-9,000) C&R – Lot 3062

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3063
$4,025.00

*FINE FIRST YEAR OF PRODUCTION PRE-WAR COLT ACE SEMI-AUTO PISTOL.

SN 437. Cal. 22 LR. Beautiful civilian Ace with 4-3/4″ bbl, thick half moon front sight and Steven’s adjustable rear sight, probably from another pistol. Left side of slide has usual markings in two lines with Rampant Colt. Right side is marked “COLT ACE .22 LONG/RIFLE”. It has long grip safety spur and checkered, arched, spring housing. Mounted with replacement diamond checkered walnut grips. Accompanied by one orig two-tone magazine with marked base plate. Also accompanied by a Colt Factory letter which identifies this pistol in cal 22 with 4-3/4″ bbl, blue finish, type of stock not listed, sold to Alton Park Hardware Co., address not available and shipped to C.M. McClung and Co., Knoxville, TN on Jul. 1, 1931 in a one gun shipment. This pistol was manufactured in 1931 in the first few months of production. This model was intended to be an inexpensive target practice and plinking pistol to acclimate shooters to handling the government model pistols of larger caliber, for which ammunition was substantially more expensive. These pistols proved to be quite accurate and were adopted by many target shooters as serious target pistols. They were offered with both adjustable & fixed sights. PROVENANCE: The William Smith Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Slide retains approx 93-95% orig finish with most wear at the muzzle and along the high spots. Frame retains approx 95% of its orig finish with the exception of the front strap, which is thinning and is around 70%. Brilliant, bright shiny bore. Crisp mechanics 50600-4 (4,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 3063

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3064
$5,750.00

*HISTORICALLY IMPORTANT COLT MODEL 1908 GENERAL OFFICER’S PISTOL CALIBER 380.

SN 136079. Cal. 380 ACP. Blue finish U.S. property marked General Officer’s pistol. Issued to Brigadier General John F. Egan, United States Army Air Corps. Egan was a Mustang General enlisting in World War I as a private and honorably discharged at the end of hostilities as a P.F.C. Re-enlisting and following an Army career in aviation eventually making Brigadier General and commanding troops in the China-Burma-India theater. Bright blue finish with checkered walnut grips with rampant Colt medallions. Engraved on left side of pistol “John F. Egan, B/G, U.S.A.F.” with correct brown leather with gold snaps and rivets General Officer’s holster. Additional items included in this lot are a silver presentation pitcher (8 3/4″ H X 9 1/2″ across including handle) presented to then “Lieut. John F. Egan from First Pursuit Group June 19, 1928” and is so inscribed on the cup. Also included is a Gold pilots ring in original box which was the personal property of, and worn by John F. Egan. The ring depicts in relief a Bi-plane in flight on either side below pilots wings, with relief letters surrounding feathered wings in the center. The letters read, “VOLABAMUS VOLAMUS” (“Fly Fly”). Another item in this lot is a 7″ wingspan desktop chrome plated rendition of a Curtis P-40 fighter plane in flight, in fine detail complete with U.S. Stars in color on the wings. There is also an original “Eastern Air Command Personalities” booklet which identifies in photos and several brief paragraphs the senior officers serving in that command from 15 Dec 1943 – 15 Dec 1944, including “Brigadier General J.F. Egan”, as well other American and British officers. Finally, included is a signed statement from the consignor stating that he acquired these items purchased in an estate sale held at John F. Egan’s home in 2002. CONDITION: Very fine overall with slight edge wear. Several very minor spots of pitting on left side from being in holster. Excellent bore and mechanics. Grips are very fine with no cracks, chips or material loss whatsoever. General Officer’s brown leather holster is exceptionally fine as leather is still supple with only small amounts of wear. A very fine specimen and an interesting and historically significant U.S. aviation related handgun. The silver pitcher is extremely fine, shiny and attractive, without any dents or scuffs. The ring has some slight brassing as one would expect of a ring worn daily, but very attractive. The P-40 desktop model is also in extremely fine condition, shiny and attractive. The 10″ x 7 1/2″ booklet rates fair to goo with some wear to corners and staining, but the pictures are clear and the text completely legible. This is an exceeding unique and attractive offering of personal items from a significant American pilot who served in both WW1 and WW2 and distinguished himself in the air as well as pioneering air tactics which involved flying straight at buildings, releasing bombs and pulling up at last minute so the bombs would strike the buildings horizontally. 50599-1 TDW (2,500-5,000) C&R – Lot 3064

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3065
$12,650.00

*SUPERB AND RARELY OFFERED SAVAGE M1907 TRIALS PISTOL.

SN 159. Cal. 45 ACP. Made to compete against the Colt 45 Automatic for U.S. Government contracts. This is SN 159 of the few trials pistols that were shipped in 1907 to Springfield Armory in Springfield, MA. After the trials ended, the guns were returned to Savage and refurbished. SN 159 was then sold to E.K. Tryon Co. of Philadelphia, PA, on April 14, 1922. The magazine that it was with has the SN of gun no. 110 on back as obviously no attempt was made to keep the orig components together. Accompanying this offering is a factory letter from this Historian of Savage Arms dated May of 2008. CONDITION: Excellent overall as factory refinished. A light matte grey finish with 2-pc checkered walnut stocks. Stocks are slightly oil soaked with light wear but no cracks or material loss. Trigger has most case color finish remaining. Bore and mechanics are exceptional. 51033-63 TDW (12,000-18,000) C&R – Lot 3065

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3066
$20,125.00

*EXCEEDINGLY SCARCE AND SOUGHT AFTER SPRINGFIELD 1903 MARK I REMINGTON BRIDGEPORT PEDERSEN DEVICE WITH ORIGINAL FORTY ROUND MAGAZINE.

SN 1113684/33174. Cal. 30-06/30CA. Properly marked on receiver band with “SA” flaming bomb “8-19” marked bbl with Remington, Bridgeport, Pedersen device marked “U.S.A. 1918-MARK I” with SN. Stock is sans cartouche and marked “RI” at nose of forend. No orig .30-06 bolt present, only the Pedersen device and it’s “KSM” marked mag. Small “o” visible on the wood just to the rear of the trigger guard and small “h” visible on bottom of bayonet lug. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine, arsenal re-finish with some scrapes and very light pitting visible on the forend cap and bbl band. Bbl, receiver and Pedersen device do not appear to have been re-finished with some high edge wear to a gray patina. Buttplate also exhibits high edge wear to gray metal. Stock exhibits some fairly noticeable handling marks with a couple chips and dings but is still completely serviceable. Bore is near excellent, shiny and bright. Mag finish extremely fine to near excellent with wear at the attachment points. It is exceedingly rare to find one of these rifles in this condition with a mag present, making this a great opportunity for the advanced U.S. Military rifle collector. 50528-1 JWK78 (18,000-28,000) C&R – Lot 3066

3067
$13,225.00

*HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION SPRINGFIELD 1903 SNIPER RIFLE WITH UNERTL SCOPE AND SCOPE CASE.

SN 1397043. Cal. 30-06. Stellar orig condition Springfield 1903 with proper “SA” marked ordnance bomb proofed bbl, dated “5-39”. U.S. marking discernible but partially obscured by rear sight block base on receiver band. Bolt is electro-penciled with matching SN visible when in the open position. There is a slight gap between the receiver and the stock cutout. Scope is marked “J.UNERTL USMC-SNIPER 2648”. Rear scope mount also marked “J.UNERTL” with patent number on opposite side. Forward scope mount devoid of markings. Stock is marked at base of pistol grip “043” with sans sarif “P” to rear of trigger guard. Vintage leather sling with indiscernible makers mark included. Orig scope carrying case also included, complete with endcap and belt hanger. Scope includes both end caps, hooded sight protector present. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is superb, over 98% dull gray/blue finish just starting to thin at the safety thumb piece and discernible wear at high edges of scope protecting hood. Bolt finish scrubbed to bare metal where SN is eletro-penciled. Forend cap appears to have some pitting discernible under the finish. It is this catalogers opinion that this piece sustained this pitting at the factory prior to assembly and this is the way it was from that time. Scope finish deep lustrous blue. Optics are clear and perfect. Scope rings retain nearly all of a straw color. Forward scope ring screws show evidence of having been turned. Leather sling starting to crack but still serviceable. Stock exhibits very minor and slight handling marks. Bore is near excellent, shiny and bright. Scope case near excellent condition with penciled name on bottom “C.A. RICE”. It is difficult to imagine one could find a finer condition specimen of this highly sought after model. 50908-6 JWK73 (6,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 3067

3068
$0.00

*EXCEEDINGLY SCARCE CUT-A-WAY SECTIONALIZED REMINGTON 1903 RIFLE.

SN NSN. Cal. 30-06. Extremely interesting and handsome sectionalized cut-a-way of a Remington 1903 rifle. Stock is marked to rear trigger guard and forward of floor plate “SCRAP”. R.A. marked bbl is flaming bomb proofed and dated “6-42”. Wood has been cut-a-way on both stock and hand guards to expose sections of bbl and forward receiver mounting block. Mag, spring, floorplate pin, sear, and cleaning kit present within buttstock as well as tension spring for buttstock trap door. Metal has been cut-a-way showing forward 3/4 of chamber and lead in as well as portion of rifle bbl to just forward of a cartridge projectile. Forward portion of receiver revealing bolt locks is also exposed on both sides, no maker marks nor Military acceptance proofs on stock or receiver. A vintage dummy cartridge is included in the chamber. When bolt is open, metal has been cut-a-way to expose tip of the firing pin in the rear position as well as the base of the firing pin when the bolt is in the unlocked position. NOTE: This gun although it must transfer as a modern gun should not be fired under any circumstances. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish near excellent. Over 97% orig blued finish remaining with some wear to bare metal at the contact points of the bolt and extractor, with bare metal exposed at the chamber cutout area. Stock has some slight handling marks including several nicks on the right side just above the trigger guard. 1943 dated sling is in exceedingly fine condition. Bore is excellent, shiny and bright. This is an exceedingly interesting and attractive specimen worthy of the advanced Military rifle collector. 50908-5 JWK72 (5,000-7,500) C&R – Lot 3068

3069
$4,025.00

*OUTSTANDING SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1903 SNIPER RIFLE WITH 1913 WARNER AND SWAZY TELESCOPIC MUSKET SIGHT AND ORIG CASE.

SN 602219. Cal. 30-06. This rifle is in the correct SN range to be one which was used by U.S. forces during WWI. Bbl marked “SA / ORDNANCE BOMB / 4-15.” Inside of the telescopic sight rail marked “FOR RIFLE NO. 625415.” One screw missing from the top plate of telescopic sight. Stock marked with “RI” at the front of the forend tip. There is a small “O” marking on the stock just to the rear of trigger guard. No other stock cartouches present. Mount on left side of receiver is orig as is the scope which is properly marked on left side and numbered “2347”. Included is an orig leather scope case marked with makers mark “Diamond D” with logo. M1913 wrench present in exterior pocket. PROVENANCE: This very rifle was sold by Julia’s in 1994 and is provenanced as coming from “The Quantico Marine Station Museum” and also the Dr. L. Goldfarb collection. Original Julia’s auction tag is included with this lot. From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish extremely fine to near excellent with over 85% turning to a pleasing gray patina and particularly on the sight hood. Most of the loss of finish is on the floorplate and trigger guard which retain their blue only in recessed areas, otherwise gray with small area of pitting forward of trigger guard, and on trigger guard where sling rested on it at one time. Scope optics are clear, outstandingly so for this model. Orig rubber eye cap intact getting hard, starting to wrinkle. Wood is exceedingly fine with only slight handling marks with a discernible scratch, perhaps actually a grain check, on left side forward of bbl band. The bore is excellent. The scope case is in very fine condition. Specimens in this high level of condition very rarely surface on the collector market, and this is a great opportunity for Military rifle collectors. 50908-7 JWK74 (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 3069

3070
$8,050.00

*OUTSTANDING HIGH CONDITION REMINGTON 1903-A4 SNIPER RIFLE.

SN 3418464. Cal. 30-06. This Springfield 1903-A4 has the type II WWII Redfield scope base with “Redfield” visible on the left side of the scope base. Last issue type telescope M73B1 is SN 7669611 which is consistent with the late SN on this rifle. Scope optics are cross hair only indicating Military issue. Bbl date “7-43”. Correct type stamped small square buttplate. Stock is “C” type with “RA” cross cannon and “FJA” cartouche. Inspection marks both to rear and forward of the floorplate are consistent with reference book by J.C. Harrison. Included with this rifle is an orig green web sling. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish extremely fine to near excellent with over 98% orig smooth green finish on receiver, scope base and bbl with deep lustrous blue on bolt, forend cap and scope. Stock is extremely fine approaching near excellent with a couple minor light dings and scrapes with clearly discernible stock cartouche. Bore is near excellent, shiny and bright. A very outstanding specimen for the U.S. Military rifle collector. 50908-4 JWK71 (3,500-7,500) C&R – Lot 3070

3071
$4,025.00

*HIGHLY SOUGHT SPRINGFIELD M1C MODEL OF 1945 GARAND SNIPER RIFLE WITH M82 SCOPE.

SN 3747716. Cal. 30-06. Marked on top of receiver to rear of sight “SAA-52” with bbl marked “S-A-9-51”. Griffin & Howe Scope mount numbered “3349819”. Scope is marked “TELESCOPE BASE M82 SERIAL NO. 39309”. Bolt is drawing number “D28287-19SAA-8”. “DRC” mark windage knob without locking bar. Stock appears to be an un-cartouched replacement with a double stamp “P” mark on pistol grip. Cross slot cylinder lock screw marked “NHC”. Wide sight platform. Includes clip on M2 flash hider with “H” within diamond logo and cheek pad marked “MRT 10 52” as well as an orig green web, leather sling. It is not unusual for the SN’s on scope mounts, receiver bases and receivers to be mixed and nearly 4800 M1C rifles were re-built between 1 July 1951 and June 1953. This rifle fits within this category. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish near excellent with over 96% gray/green smooth finish with some loss of finish to high points, thinning on bbl and front of bolt, deep lustrous blue of scope and scope mount has some loss of finish to brown patina just across the scope markings. Optics are pristine and clear. Rubber eye cup is excellent. Stock is very dark brown in color with some dings and handling marks and remnants of what appears to be black fabric tape at the wrist of both sides. Leather cheek piece also in extremely fine condition, stiff and serviceable with a crack line running parallel to the bore line on the padded portion. Bore is shiny and bright with some slight frosting in the grooves. Web sling is near excellent, strong and serviceable. This is a fine specimen of its kind and will attract the attention of advanced U.S. Military rifle collectors. 50908-2 JWK69 (3,500-6,000) C&R – Lot 3071

3072
$2,875.00

*BEAUTIFUL SPRINGFIELD TELESCOPIC RIFLE MODEL 1917 WITH WINCHESTER A5 SCOPE.

SN 345127. Cal. 30-06. Marked with “SA” flaming bomb and dated “10-08″ on bbl, this Springfield sports a Winchester A5 scope with scope blocks 9” apart between centers. Scope rings marked with “Nov. 5 1907.” patent dates. Stock exhibits “WES” cartouche on left side with numeral “40” and circle “P” proof mark to rear of trigger guard. Stock has a barely discernible name very lightly etched into the wood on the left side below the action. There are numerous and professionally done plugged holes in the wood below the rear sight area and also near the butt as well as a repaired and filled inletting forward of the heel and also professionally plugged holes to the rear of the receiver. The quality of the work is superb. Scope is SN’d 171 in tiny numbers just to the left of manufacturer marking. Stock correctly marked with “S” at nose of forend. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish extremely fine to near excellent subject to caveats above, over 85% smooth blue finish with excellent finish on the bbl and more of a mottling thinning to gray patina in places on the receiver and forend cap. Magazine cutoff switch shiny like a nickel. Scope has sustained a 1-16″ ding on the left side 4-5/8″ from objective end, there is also a barely discernible ding 9″ to the rear of the objective. There is an inletted repair to the underside of the stock to the rear of bbl band 1/2″ l x 1/8″ w, and some light handling marks. Optics are clear. Bore is shiny and bright with some slight frosting to the lands at the muzzle. In 1925 all 1903 rifles still in government hands were striped of their scopes and converted back into standard M1903 rifles, shortly after WWII parts and pieces found their ways into the civilian market and most if not all of the WWI sniping rifles seen today on the civilian market are the result of restoration projects. This is an attractive rifle and should be of interest to the American Military rifle collector. 50908-8 JWK75 (3,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 3072

3073
$9,200.00

*FANTASTIC CORRECT ORIGINAL SPRINGFIELD 1903-A1 USMC SNIPER RIFLE W/CARRIER.

SN 1506387. Cal. 30-06. Tremendous offering from an advanced U.S. Rifle collector. Unquestionably original and correct U.S.M.C. 1903-A1 sniper rifle. This rifle has it all. “J. UNERTL USMC-SNIPER 2715” marked scope including end caps with original mounting rings and blocks, excellent original scope carrier, original eagle marked 1942 dated leather sling, and even the original muzzle cover. Heavy checkered buttplate. Barrel marked “S.A.” with flaming bomb proof amd dated “4-38”. Ghost of a serial number barely discernible on underside of bolt. “C” type stock marked with sans serif “P” at pistol grip and “H” at heel of stock just forward of buttplate. Also a star stamped into the wood just behind the rear sling swivel. There is a brass identification tag “40” affixed to the forward sling swivel. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine to near excellent with over 97% orig dull blue arsenal refinish on rifle parts with nearly all of a lustrous blue finish remaining on the Unertl scope. Buttplate has more of a greenish-gray tinge to the finish as does the trigger. Stock has only a few light handling marks and the action block screws show some evidence of slight deterioration from long ago with a bit of staining to the wood at the forward screw. Leather sling is stiff and starting to crack in a couple of places when bent but still strong, serviceable and attractive. Carrier is in excellent condition. Bore is excellent, shiny and bright. Scope optics are clear. Absolutely fantastic specimen. 51087-1 JWK89 (8,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 3073

3074
$11,500.00

*FANTASTIC ORIGINAL SPRINGFIELD USMC M1952 MC-1 GARAND RIFLE WITH KOLLMORGAN SCOPE.

SN 3246188. Cal. 30-06. This is an absolutely superb original United States Marine Corp USMC MC-1 Garand complete with original sling and even the original properly marked “Stith Kollmorgan Telescopic Sight Model 4XD-USMC” cardboard box for the scope. This rifle is in the proper SN range. Telescope mount rings, scope (marked “MC 1087-P” with correct Sith Mounts markings at rear) are all proper for this gun. Base screws have not been staked but this is common for Marine Corps rifles. Rubber scope covers marked, “1203 Broadway, Yakima, W.N.”. Barrel is marked “6 52”. Bolt marked “D28287-12SA”. Leather sling marked “MILSCO 1944”. No cheek pad present on stock which is marked “S.A.” within square cartouche on left side stock with Serif “P” at pistol grip. Consignor is a known advanced rifle collector. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish are simply outstanding with nearly all of the original green tinted arsenal refinish remaining on all metal parts with the exception of the painted black scope aluminum body which is correct. There is some slight brassing to the high edges of the gas cylinder where the nut screws on but it is hardly worth mentioning. Buttplate is worn under the green tinted refinish. Bore is excellent, shiny and bright. Optics are clear. Stock is a wonderful deep brown with only the slightest of handling marks visible upon very close inspection. Cardboard scope box markings are clear and box is extremely fine to near excellent. Pretty much impossible to upgrade this specimen of a truly wonderful highly prized all-American rifle. 51087-3 JWK88 (10,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 3074

3075
$0.00

*SUPERB NEAR MINT ORIGINAL CONDITION REMINGTON 1903-A4 WW2 SNIPER RIFLE WITH WEAVER SCOPE.

SN Z4002575. Cal. 30-06. Absolutely fantastic high orig condition specimen of a Remington 1903-A4 WW2 sniper rifle with Weaver scope, and leather scope caps. Marked on left side of receiver “U.S. REMINGTON MODEL 03-A3” With “R.A.” marked barrel with flaming bomb proof and “10-43” barrel date. Weaver scope with correct markings. Stock is devoid of any discernible proofmarks. “Z” prefix serial number places this gun in the correct range, and everything about this gun is consistent. CONDITION: Near mint with green-gray tinged orig finish on receiver, barrel, bands, end cap, and trigger guard/floorplate. Bolt has more of a lustrous deep blue finish as does the scope. Leather scope caps are in excellent condition. Stock is likewise near excellent with only the slightest of handling marks discernible upon close inspection. Bore is excellent, shiny and bright. Scope optics are clear. This rifle is from the collection of an advanced U.S. rifle collector and is in a condition impossible to upgrade. 51087-4 JWK90 (4,500-5,000) C&R – Lot 3075

3076
$0.00

*ULTRA-RARE WINCHESTER/SPRINGFIELD ARMORY SNIPER RIFLE TYPE NO. 2.

SN 1249404. Cal. 30-06. 26″ extra heavy Winchester proofed bbl, the underside of which is marked 183855, MNS, VP (in an oval), 17?, 35, and 22 (for the year of manufacture 1922). An extreme rarity with approximately 4 known examples manufactured by Winchester utilizing Springfield Armory 1903 receivers. According to the late Lt. Col. William Brophy in his text, The Springfield 1903 Rifles, pgs 249-252, these rifles were only advertised in September, 1922, by Winchester in the Arms and the Man magazine. They were to be ordered through the company’s Shooting Promotion Division. In the previous issue of the same publication dated August 15, 1922, in an article titled New Heavy Barreled Rifles Available, by Stephen Trask, the rifle was introduced and pictured as the Winchester Sniper Rifle Type No. 2, as advertised by the company. In the same year, examples of these rifles topped with Winchester A-5 Scopes were at the National Matches at Camp Perry, Ohio, and used by Captain Guy H. Emerson to win the highly coveted Wimbledon Cup with a record score of 100-15V, and by the K.M.A. team that fired a record setting score of 592×600 in the 1000 yard Herrick Trophy match. Custom made to order and extensively checkered walnut stocks with cheek rests, pistol grip with cap, and rubber butt pad were standard. This stock design was based on the sporting rifle manufactured by Springfield Armory for President Theodore Roosevelt. Also standard were bbls with a diameter of 1-1/8″ at the breech and 7/8″ at the muzzle, Lyman 48 receiver sights, and bbl based scope blocks. This Type No. 2 sniper rifle might be the only one in existence with an extra heavy bbl that measures 1-1/4″ at the breech. Period sling. Weight 12 pounds. PROVENANCE: Accompanying this lot is a packet of information including a letter from William S. Brophy verifying authenticity and intent of purchase, as well as copy of 1922 Winchester advertisement and the article by Stephen Trask for said rifle. CONDITION: Superb overall with most all original blue finish remaining. Bore and mechanics are excellent. Finely checkered walnut stock is excellent with little or no distress. Very pleasant straight grained American walnut with later replaced recoil pad. Plus a period leather sling in very good to excellent condition. 50941-1 (20,000-25,000) C&R – Lot 3076

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3077
$9,200.00

*UTTERLY FANTASTIC USMC WINCHESTER MODEL 70 MATCH TARGET RIFLE WITH UNERTL SCOPE.

SN 388952. Cal. 30-06. This Class 4 special order target model rifle has an early Type 2 receiver made in the 1947-48 time frame with clover leaf tang, and safety latch without cylindrical leg. Serial number places it in 1956. Bolt matches receiver. Scope is marked “J.UNERTL USMC – SNIPER 2744” with correct UNERTL marked mounting blocks. Lense caps are present, as is original scope carrier and original leather sling. Stock is marked at pistol grip with deep serif circle “P”, but is otherwise a standard stock. Absolutely correct and original early Winchester Model 70 from advanced U.S. Rifle collector who states it came from the estate of a three war Veteran United States Marine Corps (USMC) retired Colonel who was Captain of the Marine Corp rifle team at Camp Pendleton, CA. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine to near excellent with nearly all of its orig. lustrous deep blue finish with a few very light scratches here and there. Scope optics are clear. Scope also retains nearly all of its lustrous deep blue finish. Stock has a few light handling marks with a few nicks and scratches and loss of wood finish around the buttplate edge. Bore is excellent, shiny and bright. Sling leather is cracking but remains serviceable and strong. Scope carrier is in fine to extremely fine condition with some scratches and handling marks with an area 5 1/2″ x 2″ where fabric tape residue appears on the side. 51087-5 JWK91 (10,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 3077

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3078
$2,587.50

*EXTREMELY FINE WINCHESTER MODEL 1917 ENFIELD BOLT ACTION MILITARY RIFLE.

SN 490919. Cal. 30-06. Beautiful all correct and matching standard rifle with 26″ rnd bbl with Winchester marking and flaming bomb marks by the front sight and the date “11-18”. Receiver marked with a large Ordnance Corps flaming bomb. Stock is marked forward of mag well with proof over “500”, and to rear of trigger guard with proof over “510”. Proofmark “W” prominently visible in wood of forend above bayonet lug. The rifle also includes an excellent condition original 1918 dated leather sling. Receiver marked “U.S. MODEL OF 1917 / WINCHESTER /(sn)”. This model was actually carried by more American troops in WW1 than the 1903 Springfield. CONDITION: Extremely fine to near excellent overall appearance and finish with over 97% orig lustrous blued finish remaining on metal parts with loss of finish to the high edges, and some blemishes to the barrel band. Wood finish also original with some light handling marks and two noticeable dings and a small bruise to the underside of the stock 4″ ahead of the forward sling swivel. Bore is excellent, shiny and bright. If you have been waiting and searching for a fine original WW1 Winchester specimen with an excellent bore, look no further. 51087-2 JWK87 (1,200-1,500) C&R – Lot 3078

3079
$8,050.00

*CLASSIC AND HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER JOHNSON MODEL 1941 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE.

SN B6355. Cal. 30-06. This specimen exhibits standard markings including .30-06 and “41” visible on bbl ring. Includes an orig leather sling marked “B.T.& B. CO. / 2” and rare Johnson bayonet in orig leather scabbard. Also included is an orig Johnson Automatics tri-fold pamphlet with photos of facts about the Johnson rifle, carbine, and machine gun. These rifles are seldom if ever found with matching numbered bolts and this one is no exception with bolt SN B6712. Appropriate “J.A.” over “.30-06” marking visible through perforated bbl heat shield. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish extremely fine to near excellent orig gray/green finish on metal parts with some thinning and loss of finish to a gray/green patina at the high edge wear points of the mag housing and high edges of receiver to rear of rear sight. Wood buttstock exhibits some light handling marks and has been expertly repaired on both sides to the rear of the mag housing where at some point in the past a “U” shaped piece of wood was inserted as a replacement to both sides of stock. The work is so professional that only the change in the grain and the edge outline is noticeable. Bore exhibits distinct rifling with some shine otherwise dark in the grooves. Leather sling starting to wrinkle with brassing to the furnishings, but still very serviceable. Bayonet rates good or a little better, with a uniform brown patina and numbered 988 on the retaining spring stud. Leather scabbard in good condition with tight stitching, soft and supple just starting to flake. The Johnson automatic rifle saw limited service in the Pacific Theater as an alternative to the M1 Garand which was available in insufficient quantities to equip all American units, it also saw some use in Italy with specialized units. This makes it an important and sought after model for the U.S. Military arms collector. 50908-11 JWK77 (4,000-6,500) C&R – Lot 3079

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3080
$6,325.00

*INLAND U.S. 30 CARBINE T-3 WITH COMPLETE INFRARED SNIPER SCOPE IN ORIGINAL BOX.

SN 00786. Cal. 30 carb. Inland receiver in correct SN range for second grouping of T-3 carbines. Low wood stock exhibits large cross cannon proof on right side and is also Inland marked with “IO” cartouche in sling recess as well as marked on wood of four rivet hand guard. Bbl is also Inland Motors, however, “P” proof mark is forward of Type-C band with bayonet lug with small “A” within circle on right side. Markings on underside of bbl as well as round bolt, and smooth “M” mark mag catch indicate this was an arsenal re-build. No mag present, flip type safety. Type-B slide marked with drawing number “7160091” and “K”. Trigger housing is Inland and so marked on right side viewed from 6 o’clock to 12 o’clock. Included in this lot is an orig set No. 1 infrared sniper scope, as well as orig unused in the box battery and unopened battery rack. Consignor states that when he purchased this, the former owner had transistorized this set and it works, however, consignor also stated he has never attempted to operate it. Set includes; fuses, 3 spare bulbs, orig carrying case and August 1955 operation and maintenance instructions as well as a web tool pouch with specialized tools for servicing the scope. Carbine bracket also included within orig wood carrying case. Carbine receiver marked on left side “U.S. CARBINE / CAL. 30 T-3”. Flash hider marked “HIDER-FLASH-M3-SA”. Stock also exhibits number “137” at bottom of pistol grip. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish of rifle extremely fine to near excellent metal finish with only some high edge wear with loss of finish most noticeable where the slide rides the receiver and at the muzzle. Stock has no metal plate above trigger guard and has several dings and handling marks, but still is an attractive stock on this carbine. Orig WWII tan web sling rates good or better with light corrosion on slings, steel parts, and lift the dot snap displaying brass with some corrosion staining in evidence. Bore is shiny and bright with some light frosting more pronounced towards the muzzle. Infrared scope in excellent condition with component parts appearing un-issued, near perfect orig finish. Outer lens un-cracked which is extraordinary. Battery and battery rack still new in boxes with battery rack still sealed. Sets like this are seldom found and to find an infrared scope set in this condition is truly extraordinary, when paired with a properly marked and numbered receiver this is a fantastic opportunity for the WWII Military collector. 50908-9 JWK76 (4,000-6,500) C&R – Lot 3080

3081
$28,750.00

*EXCEPTIONAL BENCHMARK EXAMPLE OF LATE GAS TRAP M1 GARAND.

SN 30562. Cal. 30-06. This historical specimen of the Springfield Gas Trap Garand is absolutely authentic and formerly from Allan Cors personal collection which he acquired in the fall of 1965 or 1966. The only change on this rifle is that the orig large hole over small hole stock was modified to accept a trap type buttplate and later changed to again accept a no trap buttplate. This rifle includes a data sheet provided by Scott A. Duff which includes all the details on this rifle. See link for scan of this provenance. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish fine to extremely fine with over 80% of orig finish thinning to a pleasing gray/brown patina and wear to bare metal at high edges, with almost no finish on the gas port cylinder which is typical. Stock cartouche is discernible although stock has been sanded smooth and exhibits some dings and handling marks. Action is extremely smooth, bore is shiny and bright with mild pitting throughout. Wear pattern on this rifle is completely consistent with a rifle that saw front line service and was cared for. There are only around 40 substantially orig Gas Trap rifles known to exist in private collections. Orig specimens are extremely highly sought after by the most advanced collectors. This rifle is allegedly the very same one featured in an American Rifleman magazine article on Gas Trap Garands by Bruce Canfield, in the mid 1990’s. This is an absolute tremendous opportunity for the Historic American Military rifle collector. 50908-3 JWK70 (25,000-35,000) C&R – Lot 3081

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3082
$5,175.00

*OUTSTANDING HIGH CONDITION U.S.M.C. M1952 MC-1 GARAND SNIPER RIFLE.

SN 3306754. Cal. 30-06. Outstanding specimen of the rare Springfield U.S. Marine Corps armorers modified sniper rifle, utilizing a Griffin & Howe scope mounting bracket with Stith/Kollmorgan model 4XD scope. This rifle has a January 1945, dated bbl marked “3 S A 1 45”. Stock retains inspection cartouche “S.A.” over “N.F.R.” (Norman F. Ramsey) which is correct for this SN range. Mount and scope bear appropriate markings. Type 3 sear sight lock bar with square ends appropriate for rifles of this vintage. Bolt drawing number “D28286-19SA / 0-17”. Unfinished stainless steel cross slot cylinder lock screw, wide sight platform. Scope bracket is marked “FSN1240-647-1107 MOUNT TELESCOPE GRIFFIN & HOWE, INC. U.S.” Scope is marked at rear eye piece “TELESCOPE, RIFLE, 4XD, MC-1”, “KOLLMORGAN OPTICAL CORP.” with “U.S.” and “FSN-1240-647-1106” on opposite side, adjustment knobs work perfectly and are marked with red textile marker at the current setting indicating somebody wanted to retain their personalized settings. This rifle includes and orig leather sling and set of rubber lens cap protectors. PROVENANCE: From High Condition Collection of Discerning U.S. Military Rifle Collector, Offered Without Reserve. CONDITION: Simply outstanding condition overall. Over 98% orig gray/green finish with dark blue lustrous finish on scope and lower bracket. Wood is attractive dark brown color with only some light handling marks. Optics are absolutely clear. Bore is outstanding, shiny and bright. Sling is soft, supple and completely serviceable with hints of green verdigris at brass attachment points. This specimen would be pretty much impossible to upgrade. What a fantastic opportunity for the U.S. Military collector. 50908-1 JWK68 (8,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 3082

3082A
$23,000.00

SUPERB SWISS SIG MONDRAGON MODEL 1894 “MARCHING FIRE” CARBINE.

SN 9. Cal. 5.22mm. 22-1/2″ round bbl, blue finish, walnut stocks. The Type IIA Mondragon is an extremely rare carbine with a straight pull bolt that was made by SIG of Switzerland to the advanced concepts of Gen. Manuel Mondragon of the Mexican Army. As was true for rifle version, it too was made to fire a small caliber (5.2mm diameter bullet) high velocity cartridge using an “en bloc” clip loading type magazine as later implemented in the Garand. The most charismatic feature of this carbine is the 3-position selector switch mounted on the right side, just above the trigger, marked “A” (safe), “L” (normal fire position),”R” (rapid fire). The idea was to be able to fire the gun by pulling the trigger normally or fire by simply driving the bolt forward (not touching the trigger). Most of the quick firing was to be done while advancing, hence the “marching fire” appellation. Inside the intricately machined receiver is a very unusual bolt made with three separate sets of locking lugs: one set is around front of the bolt body, a second set is at the rear of the bolt body, the third set is around the cocking knob assembly. The carbine has a 2-pc stock. The forend is a single piece of wood that wraps around the bbl, much in the manner of a Mannlicher M1897/03 Carbine. The forward bbl band is reminiscent of a Swiss K31. In the center of the forend is a rotating sling swivel. The rear sight is graduated from 6-10 and has a flip-up option for 400 meters. SN “9” appears at the rear of the bbl, left side of chamber, on the follower and on the bolt handle and associated components. On the rear tang is the manufacturer identification: “FAB.D’ARMES/NEUHAUSEN”. The buttstock is fitted with a single sling swivel and a metal buttplate. Although very few of these carbines were made, the prospect of marching rapid fire was a novel consideration and laid the groundwork to explore automatic loading selective fire. CONDITION: Near excellent with over 95% orig rust blue finish with mild speckling and patina as one would expect in an experimental/military gun of this vintage. The sides of the carbine present extremely well with much of the patina is confined to the in-the-white bolt assembly. Wood retains a commensurate amount of orig varnish with a scattering of handling dings as one might expect after over 100 years. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Perfect manual mechanics. An extraordinarily rare, all matching, and high condition carbine that could easily be the centerpiece of an advanced military collection. 51062-1 (20,000-25,000) – Lot 3082A

3083
$17,250.00

EXTREMELY RARE SWISS SIG MONDRAGON MODEL 1894 “MARCHING FIRE” RIFLE.

SN 30. Cal. 5.22mm. 30-1/2″ round bbl, blue finish, walnut stocks. The Type IIA Mondragon is an extremely rare rifle with a straight pull bolt that was made by SIG of Switzerland to advance the concepts of Gen. Manuel Mondragon of the Mexican Army. It was made to fire a unique 5.2mm diameter bullet via a high velocity cartridge using an “en bloc” clip loading type magazine as later implemented in the Garand. The most charismatic feature of this rifle is the 3-position selector switch mounted on the right side, just above the trigger, marked “A” (safe), “L” (normal fire position),”R” (rapid fire). The idea was to be able to fire the gun by pulling the trigger normally or fire by simply driving the bolt forward (not touching the trigger). Most of the quick firing was to be done while advancing, hence the “marching fire” appellation. Inside the intricately machined receiver is a very unusual bolt made with three separate sets of locking lugs: one set is around front of the bolt body, a second set is at the rear of the bolt body, the third set is around the cocking knob assembly. The rifle has a 2-pc stock. The forend is a single piece of wood that wraps around the bbl, much in the manner of a Mannlicher M1897/03 Carbine. The forward bbl band /lug/stacking rod are reminiscent of a Swiss K31. In the center of the forend is a rotating sling swivel. The rear sight is graduated from 6-20 and has a flip-up option for 400 meters. SN “30” appears at the rear of the bbl, left side of the chamber, and on the follower. The bolt handle and associated components of the body are numbered “45”. On the rear tang is the manufacturer identification: “FAB.D’ARMES/NEUHAUSEN”. The buttstock is fitted with a single sling swivel and a metal buttplate. Although very few of these rifles were made, the prospect of marching rapid fire was a novel consideration and laid the groundwork to explore automatic loading selective fire. CONDITION: Near excellent with approx 90-95% orig rust blue finish showing speckling and fine patina as one would expect in an experimental/military gun of this vintage. The sides of the rifle present extremely well with much of the speckling involving the bbl around the stacking rod and patina of the in-the-white bolt assembly. Wood retains a commensurate amount of orig varnish with a scattering of handling dings as one might expect after over 100 years. Bore is dark with sharp rifling. Perfect manual mechanics. An extraordinarily rare rifle by any standard and one that could easily be the centerpiece of an advanced collection. 51062-2 LMA (17,500-27,500) – Lot 3083

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3084
$0.00

*SCARCE MAUSER G41(M) SEMI-AUTO RIFLE.

SN 8959. Cal. 8mm. Highly sought after Mauser G41(M) Rifle produced 1942 with machined trigger guard. WaA 135 proofed on numerous parts including receiver band, bolt, top cover, bbl bands, trigger guard, rear sight and magazine housing. Numbers appear all matching except for bolt which is “8249”, and buttplate which is “9234A” Mfg. by C. G. Haenel. Even the detachable muzzle matches SN. Lock screws not present on bottom of trigger guard nor is hood for front sight present. Includes one orig steel cased German cartridge. Consignor states he purchased this directly from the veteran together with the cartridge which has nearly all of the lacquer worn off due to it being “carried in a pocket”. Wood stock has NOT been duffle bag cut. Action moves smoothly when operated by hand. Bolt stays in the down and locked position when fired as is proper. This weapon appears fully functional. The left side of the receiver is drilled for scope. The stock is slightly reconfigured at wrist. Front blade sight is a replacement. CONDITION: Overall appears and finish very good to fine with finish on metal parts thinning to a pleasing grey patina uniformly across all metal parts. A nice indication that this weapon was indeed a bring-back. Stock has been sanded and refinished and there is a 3″ long crack on the handguard at the top right side. Sling slot shows a little more significant sanding and scratching. Buttplate is affixed with non-original screws and is proud of the wood. Bore has strong rifling, dark in the grooves. Examples of this model surface only very rarely and even with a couple of mis-matched parts, this is a highly desirable specimen. 50188-1 JWK20 (7,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 3084

3085
$0.00

RARE DREYSE ZUNDNADELBUCHSE MOD65 SINGLE SHOT RIFLE WITH BECK CONVERSION, BECK REAR SIGHT AND DOUBLE SET TRIGGERS.

SN 3366. Cal. 15.4mm. This Mod65 needlegun was made in 1866 at Soemmenda. This gun is complete and totally orig, all parts are matching. Lower left side of receiver is marked with SN “3366” and “BB Mod65″. All major cartouches are deep & crisply marked, on the buttstock as well as the receiver & bbl stamped Crown/FW (Friedrich Wilhelm). Bbl length is 28-1/2”. The inspection marks on the lower edge of the stock have been compressed over the years and are minimally legible. This rifle is unit marked “O.R.J. 4.182”. Walnut stock has its orig finish. All numbers match including screwheads. Principal stock cartouche consists of 3 large inspection marks and “LA”. CONDITION: Metal parts retain approx 85% of the orig brown finish. There is some spotted rust on the bolt handle. Walnut has cured to a pleasing honey brown. Bore is shiny with strong rifling; crown is very good to excellent. Mechanics are excellent. Overall condition is outstanding. Although there are some scrapes & dents in the stock, due to field use, it is in phenomenal condition given its 150 years of service. 51087-13 DS (3,500-5,000) – Lot 3085

3086
$3,450.00

SPANDAU MODEL 54 1862 DREYSE NEEDLE-FIRE RIFLE.

SN 456. Cal 15.4mm needle-fire. 30-1/2″ bbl round with octagon shank. Graduated leaf rear sight. Bright finished single shot bolt action. Left side of action has eagle motif over “SPANDAU/Mod:54” marking. Left flat of bbl shank has crown over “FW” marking. Right side of bbl and receiver have a series of proof marks including crown markings over letter S,P,L,N. Bbl cocking piece, trigger guard, buttplate and screws have matching SNs. Full length cheek piece walnut stock with brass nosecap and two brass bands. Fitted with retractable triangular bayonet. Stock is fitted with sling swivels and brass trigger guard. Tow line of stock has two proof marks between trigger guard and swivel with larger crown over “S” mark behind swivel with another small proof mark near tow. CONDITION: Bbl retains 70% fading brown finish. Action is polished bright. Stock shows numerous dents and handling marks. Good bore. 51087-12 DS (2,500-5,000) – Lot 3086

3087
$0.00
Revised: 9/23/2016

Please Note: It has been brought to our attention that some of the components including the stock were not manufactured at the same time. However, these abnormalities or misconfigurations are likely late factory production with mismatched parts or was reconfigured shortly thereafter since the gun was a “bring back” and arrived in this country shortly after the war in this current configuration.

*OUTSTANDING AND HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER GERMAN MAUSER K98K LATE WAR TURRET SNIPER RIFLE.

SN 10414F. Cal. 8mm. This is a very late war turret sniper rifle as issued to snipers when they went to sniper school and carried by that sniper from that day on. Manufactured at “Mauser/Oberndorf” with final inspection eagle over 135 on left side of receiver band. Rings are SN 5934 and do not match rifle. Exhibits Kriegsmodel screw on bands, no bayonet lug, shortened sniper safety, and cupped buttplate marked “brg” (H.W. Schmidt Metalwaren). All numbers are matching and orig nothing has been altered in any way since it left the factory. Stock not numbered externally, nor any cartouches visible. Scope is an Ajack 4 X 90, SN 51799. Orig sling and sight hood present. CONDITION: Overall finish and appearance simply outstanding near mint with some brassing and loss of finish at both ends of the scope with some mottling to the gray of the buttplate. Rifle and scope are in excellent condition, probably picked up at a Depot or training school by a U.S. GI. Wood stock has some slight handling marks. Solder of scope bases visible which is a testament to the originality. These guns were made to be used, not for collectors. Bore is perfect, shiny and bright. Optics are clear. Impossible to upgrade this specimen. If you are fortunate enough to own it, you need not look at another. 50821-5 JWK63 (15,000-20,000) C&R – Lot 3087

3088
$28,750.00

*FANTASTIC ORIGINAL GERMAN SS DEATH HEAD PRE-WAR SHORT SIDE RAIL 98K SNIPER RIFLE.

SN 3663H. Cal. 8mm. Death’s head markings on bbl, scope and pistol grip of stock. This rifle is made up with a scrubbed GEW 98 receiver and mag assembly as based on the Prussian Police standard short side rail sniper and assembled with commercial proofing and no maker mark on the rifle. Orig leather sling is included. The SS was not able to procure rifles through normal channels until 1941. Prior to that date the Army was not providing them anything and and they had to scrounge their ordnance equipment. They acquired ordnance wherever they could and had work done. This specimen has a beautiful commercial 1-pc walnut stock, matched in number to the rifle. Nearly all rifle parts and scope base are matching numbers, bayonet lug is marked “81”. Buttplate is “2294” struck through with “63” softly stamped below it. Sight base and ladder is marked “S/42G”, as is bbl on right side below sight together with Weimar era droop wing eagle proofs. Death’s head marking below “SS 2” clearly visible on left side of bbl near receiver band. Bbl also retains eagle over 280 proofs indicating Erma inspection. Middle scope mount is numbered “7946” with scope itself numbered “5585”, scope is also marked on adjustment knob base with Death’s head logo and “SS Dienstglas”. The scope and mount was not with the rifle when it was brought back but rather a separate purchase by the previous owner. The rifle was a duffle cut stock which was personally repaired by the previous owner, and according to his statement, using 2-pcs of threaded drill rod screwed in on one end and epoxied on the other, one cannot tell this was ever cut unless the band is removed. CONDITION: Extremely attractive, retaining well over 90% of attractive, lustrous Nazi era finish with scope finish consistent with the rest of rifle. Loss of finish to muzzle and front sight base to gray metal with some light pitting, some wear to gray patina to the bolt and buttplate. As stated above this is a re-work done in Germany of a commercial Mauser. Stock has light handling marks and a couple of bruises and dings yet is exceedingly attractive. Bore is shiny and bright with some darkness just starting in the grooves, Optics are clear. Previous owner was the third person to own this rifle since the Germans and it was in his collection for over 50 years. This is a tremendous benchmark rifle where one can note what the correct Death’s head proof marks look like. A rifle without any import marks for the most advanced and discerning German WWII military collector. 50821-1 JWK59 (15,000-25,000) C&R – Lot 3088

3089
$0.00

*NEAR MINT CONDITION GERMAN 98K “ar 42” MAUSER FIELD TRIAL SNIPER RIFLE.

SN 2327. Cal. 8mm. This fantastic specimen has all matching numbered parts and has correct eagle over 26 proof marks with eagle over Swastika firing proofs. Laminated flat buttplate stock retains it’s SN and eagle over 26 cartouche, however, no issue cartouche present which leads this cataloger to the conclusion that it was never issued. This rifle would have had a low power 1.5x “Aim-point” type scope. The intended purpose was to equip 10% of infantry with a low powered scope which would have high light gathering ability useful at dawn and dusk. This rifle was made at the Mauser plant in Berlin-Borsigwalde (the old DWM plant) with the bolt stop re-designed as a scope base. CONDITION: Absolutely fantastic lustrous, orig finish with some thinning at the muzzle and along the high points with some brassing to the top ears of the scope mount and some areas of light pitting and brown patina on the buttplate which seams to be inescapable on these rifles. Bore is excellent, shiny and bright. Stock is absolutely gorgeous with only the occasional ding, never sanded or messed with. Most of these rifles were apparently lost in the East as were the scopes and are largely overlooked by most German Rifle collectors. 50821-2 JWK60 (10,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 3089

3090
$3,450.00

*HIGH CONDITION EXTREMELY ATTRACTIVE GERMAN PRE-WAR SS RIFLE.

SN 7534. Cal. 8mm. Marked on the left side of the bbl with orig Death’s head marking below SS 2. Extremely clear and distinct Death’s head cartouche on pistol grip of matching numbered stock. This is one of the rifles that would have been used outside the Reichs Chancellery or party headquarters. It looks absolutely beautiful from a few feet away, but upon close inspection one can see it is actually put together from mostly WWI surplus parts. This specimen has a scrubbed “GEW” 98 receiver and a modified “Kar 98” floorplate assembly. SN’s match on receiver, bbl, bolt, buttplate albeit subject to the caveat these numbers would be matched to the receiver number upon rifles assembly. The stock is beautiful 1-pc walnut but has a small defect on the left side near the recoil lug, which indicates it was probably rejected by the Army. This rifle includes a rare Walther mfg muzzle cap, the sling and stacking rod were on the rifle when it came back according to the previous owner. The previous owner also indicated that it had been in his collection for over 50 years and that it was a duffle cut when he acquired it which he repaired using two pieces of threaded drill rod screwed in on one end and epoxied in on the other. One cannot tell without taking the sling band off. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is extremely fine to near excellent as refinished pre WWII with clear evidence to support statements in the description above. Over 96% lustrous blue finish dulling in a couple places with less finish and some pitting on the buttplate. Stock shows typical handling marks and is very attractive, with the clearest Death’s head cartouche this cataloger has ever seen. Muzzle cover is near mint with Walther banner on cap. Bore is near mint, excellent, shiny and bright. This rifle with its condition and clear orig marks would make an outstanding benchmark reference specimen for the advanced WWII German rifle collector. 50821-4 JWK62 (5,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 3090

3091
$0.00

*EXTREMELY EARLY MAUSER BANNER 98K RIFLE WITH SS DEPOT MARK.

SN 394. Cal. 8mm. Fine example of early Mauser Banner rifle with low SN. Eagle over “N” proof with commercial proof on left side of receiver band, matching bolt also retains eagle proofs and tiny eagle over 140 visible at rear of firing pin. Stock is 1-pc walnut with Mauser eagle over 135 proof mark on wood stock at pistol grip with incongruous feature of having cupped buttplate proofed “gqm” (Loch & Hartenberger, Metallwarenfabrik) with “43” and eagle over WaA 286 proof. Floor plate exhibits SS depot marking which resembles a “Z” with a spike through it. Trigger guard floor plate and screws otherwise devoid of markings. SS was not able to procure rifles through normal channels until 1941. They had to scrounge ordnance equipment and would acquire commercial Mauser’s and parts and scrub parts of markings in just such a manner as this floor plate has been treated. This rifle includes and orig leather sling. Forend cap, bbl band, bbl, receiver and bolt all appear to be matching numbers, bayonet lug is unnumbered as is rear sight. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish ranging from very good to fine with most of the 60% lustrous blue finish on bbl and receiver with balance of metal parts a gray patina. Stock shows some noticeable handling marks, small chips and bruises but is still attractive and without cracks. The bore’s lands exhibit some light pitting with the grooves turning dark. Early Banner rifles are scarce, ones with these marking exceedingly so. A fine opportunity for the German Military collector. 50821-3 JWK61 (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 3091

3092
$4,025.00

*ORIGINAL GERMAN 98K CAPTURED IN VIETNAM AND PRESENTED TO CYRUS R. VANCE.

SN 6843E. Cal. 8mm. Miss-matched yet all orig parts, German WWII rifle manufactured by J.P. Sauer with eagle over 37 (Haenel) proof marks on bbl and receiver band. Receiver band also marked “ce” and “42” with eagle over 359 proof on right side of receiver band, eagle over Swastika firing proof on both bbl and receiver band. It is of interest to note that there is a “X” stamped right above the SN on the receiver band, typically this would indicate a Russian capture piece. Brass plaque handsomely and expertly affixed to right side of buttstock reads, “TO THE HONORABLE CYRUS R VANCE / COMPLIMENTS OF / 1st BRIGADE 101st AIRBORNE DIVISION / WILLARD PEARSON / Brigadier General USA / Commanding / RIFLE MAUSER 98 7.92 MM / CAPTURED 5 Mar 66 BY 1st BN(ABN)3 27th Inf / TUY HOA REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM” No cleaning rod present, keeper retaining screws for floorplate and trigger guard not present with a round headed screw substituted in the forward hole. Cleaning rod, and front sight hood is also absent. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish is very good overall with moderate scattered spots of corrosion on forward quarter of metal parts with somewhat lighter corrosion and pitting to rear of rear sight. Stock has been renumbered on left side to match receiver number. Stock hand guard expertly repaired just to the rear of the forward band. Bore is dark in the grooves with strong rifling. A rifle with a very interesting history, presented to a man who was the Secretary of the Army during the Kennedy administration, Deputy Secretary of Defense during the Johnson administration and Secretary of State during the Carter administration. 50630-4 JWK58 (3,500-5,000) C&R – Lot 3092

3093
$6,900.00

*STEYR VOLKSSTURM VG98 RIFLE AS PRODUCED AT MAUTHAUSEN CONCENTRATION CAMP.

SN 2004. Cal. 8mm. The VG98 was a basic hunting version of the Mauser 98 rifle, it has a simple fixed rear sight dovetailed in the receiver and a shortened laminated wood stock. This particular specimen is marked “bnz 45″ on top of receiver band. This specimen is unusual in that it incorporates a salvaged bbl shortened to 19-1/4” with a standard hooded front sight soldered on instead of the usual welded on method. The muzzle is counter bored. Bolt is very unusual as it has one round and one oval vent hole. Floorplate is “byf” marked with eagle over 135 indicating Mauser which is normal to find on these rifles. Highly unusual is the stock is marked to the rear of the pistol grip “BNZ 2004” (usually have no marks). Includes a late war black leather sling. Bolt is miss-matched 2009. Cupped buttplate devoid of markings. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish extremely fine, with bbl and action retaining nearly all of its late war gray phosphate finish. Bolt latch has some areas of brown patina and light pitting as does the buttplate which is an even gray patina. Laminated stock has a filled in repair just to the rear of the receiver action and laminates are starting to come apart all along the comb, but this in no way impairs the functionality of this rifle. Leather sling near excellent and completely serviceable. Bore is shiny and bright with some frosting at the muzzle end. This is a scarce and very unusual example of its kind. Would be a welcome addition to the advanced WWII German rifle Collection. 50821-7 JWK65 (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 3093

3094
$5,750.00

*EXCEEDINGLY FINE SPECIMEN OF THE LATE WAR VG1 VOLKSSTURM RIFLE.

SN 86A. Cal. 8mm. This is the approved design by Walther for the Volkssturm rifle which uses a 10 round K.43 mag. This rifle is coded “tbq” (Rheinmetall-Borsig AG). Bolt SN matches rifle. Stock devoid of any markings or proofs. It incorporates a Luftwaffe aircraft machine gun bbl, solid Beech stock and orig unbleached linen sling, no alterations since capture and no import marks. Mag is marked “avx” with “WaA 204″ (Sudmetall AG). These rifles were the culmination of German war production attempts to make a functional rifle as quickly and as inexpensively as possible. This rifle looks crude but is an attractive piece in it’s simplified functionality and has a capacity of double the number of rounds of the standard 98K. CONDITION: Extremely fine with metal finish on bbl and receiver approaching near excellent, lustrous dark blue on bbl, rough milling lines visible on receiver under gray finish turning to patina. Mag high lustrous blue. Bolt handle has lost about 30% of its finish at the top with flakes of black paint remaining around SN otherwise turning to a gray/brown patina. Stock is extremely fine with some noticeable dings in the wood on both sides above mag, with a deep indentation about 3/8” long on left side of buttstock along with some minor handling marks. Exceedingly scarce late war linen sling intact and serviceable. Bore is exceedingly fine, shiny and bright. This is about as nice a specimen as one could hope to find and holds up very handily and comfortably. Superb find for the WWII collector. 50821-6 JWK64 (3,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 3094

3095
$6,900.00

*OUTSTANDING GERMAN GUSTLOFF KKW .22 TRAINING RIFLE WITH ZF41 SCOPE.

SN 272289. Cal. 22LR. Eagle over N proof marks on receiver and bbl with Gustloff inspection mark (Eagle/749) on left side of receiver and Spandau Depot eagle over SU19 inspection mark on right side of stock. This is a commercial gun taken into service by the Army and then shipped to Spandau for installation of the scope. Includes orig leather sling and scarce orig .22 muzzle cap. Includes an unnumbered ZF41 scope mount marked “Duv” and “Eagle 214” which indicates Berlin-Lubecker Maschinenfabrik, probably an ordnance replacement scope mount. Scope itself is marked “CAG” which indicates D. Swarovski Glasfabrik, and numbered “4635” with markings “Z.F. 41/1”. Scope is accompanied within it’s “JVB” (Wessel & Muller Beschlagfabrik) carrying can, complete with rain and eye guards, lens brush and cloth. Bolt of rifle has electro-pencil “289” on flat of cocking handle. Typical “KK Wehrsportgewhr” and “Gustloff Werke/Waffenwerk-Suhl” markings. CONDITION: Absolutely outstanding orig condition, over 90% attractive lustrous blue finish thinning to gray patina in places with some high edge wear and some mottled loss of finish to the forend cap. Wood shows numerous handling marks and some bruises but presents very well. Bore is absolutely outstanding, shiny and bright. Leather sling starting to flake but still completely serviceable. Scope is near excellent over 95% orig blue finish with clear optics. Case retains it’s orig padding and correct WWII Wehrmacht green paint with web belt and pull tab intact. This rifle is an absolutely outstanding specimen of it’s kind without importation marks, in an orig condition that very seldom surfaces on the public collecting market. 50821-8 JWK57 (2,500-5,000) C&R – Lot 3095

3096
$4,312.50

*SUPERB ARGENTINE BALLESTER MOLINA CAMPEON 22 TRAINER.

SN 57238. Rare Argentine variation of the Colt Service Model Ace. Using the floating chamber system invented by David Marshal (Carbine Williams), this Ballester Molina has a 5″ bbl. Outward appearance of a 1911 Colt with target sights with windage and elevation adjustment rear with Argentine designed frame and lower components having no grip safety nor removable mainspring housing. Blue finish overall with 2-pc walnut stocks with vertical striations. Slide assembly is marked “Pistola Automatica Campeon Cal. 22” with standard Argentine patent dates beneath. This close copy of the Colt Ace even uses a magazine virtually indistinguishable from a Colt. After detailed disassembly, all numbered parts were found to be matching, including bbl, slide and frame. CONDITION: Extremely fine overall, with most all factory blue finish remaining. Bore and chamber are excellent as is all mechanics. This is not one of the converted recent imports brought into this country and is not import marked or rebuilt. Exceptional overall of a very uncommon Argentine military Trainer. 51033-71 TDW (3,000-6,000) – Lot 3096

3098
$51,750.00

◊ SUPERB MAUSER CONEHAMMER CARBINE, NUMBER 12, WITH PERIOD SCOPE.

SN 12. Cal. 7.63mm. Mauser made approximately 30 Conehammer carbines that were numbered sequentially. All had ribbed bbl, flat solid rails and a pinned rear sight. This example has a 11.75″; bbl with a pinned bead front sight and a 50-500 rear sight. Chamber that is usually marked with a 3-line address “WAFFENFABRIK MAUSER OBERNDORF A/N” is covered by the front scope base. The rear scope base is sweated on, by brazing or silver soldering, onto the left side of the bbl extension recess. SN 12 is marked on the left side of receiver and left side of stock lug. Typical Conehammer features include long extractor and separately retained firing pin. The bbl/bbl extension, frame, and floorplate are rust blued while the extractor, components of rear sight, bolt stop, firing pin retainer, safety and shoulder stock lug are fire blued. Orig forend and buttstock fitted with a rotatable sling swivel. Orig horn buttplate molded with the intertwined “MW” monogram. Disassembly shows a matching follower, floorplate, subframe, locking block, firing pin retainer, firing pin, bolt, forend and forend reinforcing bar. The button to release the receiver from the buttstock could not be depressed, likely stuck from congealed grease. The period Karl Kahles scope has a single external adjustment knob with a post reticle and horizontal crosshair. The body is marked “CARL GOLUCH IN LINZ” and optics are protected by leather scope caps. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: At least 97% bright orig rust blue with a small patch of discoloration along the rear edge of the left side of receiver. Only a few flecks of oxidation and minimal thinning. Fire blued small parts, including both arms of the stock lug, in comparable condition with the trigger retaining most of its orig straw. Forend and buttstock with orig varnish, negligible staining and only light handling marks. Excellent scope with only minimal wear and clear optics. Bright bore with strong rifling. Perfect manual mechanics. 49828-2 LMA (40,000-75,000) – Lot 3098

3099
$0.00

*MAGNIFICENT AND HISTORICALLY SIGNIFICANT MAUSER C96 SIX SHOT, FULLY ENGRAVED, WITH CARVED BOLO STOCK.

SN 43845. Cal. 9mm Export. Mauser made relatively few six shot pistols, especially in 9mm Export. Any presentation gun is a rare find and to encounter one in nearly new condition may be a once in a lifetime opportunity. The pistol has standard mechanical features for a six shot of this vintage in having a 4″ bbl with a fixed front sight and a grooved rear sight marked from 100-1000, with the groove continuing into the retaining lug. Usual chamber address with full serial number on the left chamber flat. Crown/Crown/U proof on the left side of the bbl extension and an antler proof on the right side. The two line Mauser address is in the usual location on the right side of the frame. The serial number dates the pistol to manufacture in 1903/4, but is very much lower than other 9 mm Export calibre C96 pistols, which commence in the 8x,xxx range (ca. 1907), indicating this to be probably a prototype of this calibre pistol. Bolt has a long extractor, the special 9 mm Export magazine follower with cutout scoop to aid feeding the last cartridge and a two lug firing pin. The pistol has been lavishly engraved with an unusual “ears-of-wheat” motif, including the hammer. Under the trigger guard is the crowned Gryphon with sword & Shield coat of arms of Frederick, when heir to the Dutchy of Baden-Wurttemburg. Tasteful gold inlay highlights the barrel, extension and frame. The serial number on the left chamber flat and back of the frame is gold inlaid as is the Mauser address on the right side of the frame. Elaborate and often multiline gold inlaid highlighting borders most of the panels with Greek Key patterning around the muzzle. The faux-ivory grips are finely checkered in the same pattern used on special order pistols. Please note: The gun was originally complete with the original ivory grips, however because of the recent Executive Order and subsequent new law pertaining to ivory, the original grips cannot be sold and had to be removed. These identical replicas were made as replacements. Accompanied by a lavishly carved Mauser factory carved Bolo length stock whose hinge and lug have been engraved in a complementary pattern and bordered with the same kind of gold highlighting. According to the consignor, the gun was presented to Frederick as Heir to Dutchy of Baden-Wurttemburg ca. 1903/4, when he was also General der Infanterie and à la suite (in the entourage of) the Royal Prussian Regiment Erstes Garde-Regiment zu Fuß, which was also the Regiment of Prince Eitel-Friedrich, Kaiser Wilhelm’s second son, to influence the then ongoing GPK pistol trials in favor of Mauser. Illustrated in the book, The Borchardt and Luger Automatic Pistols figure 2-18. PROVENANCE: Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess Collection. CONDITION: At one time, the gun and stock were obviously dropped. The backstrap, the forward stock attachment, and butt of stock show superb old restoration. Safety toggle has replaced nitre blue. This restoration is of exemplary quality and is almost undetectable. 99% of bright blue with negligible sharp edge wear. Comparable condition fire blue of small parts. Bright bore with sharp rifling and minimal erosion. Deeply carved Bolo stock in a pattern similar to the factory stocks pictured in the book System Mauser. An extraordinary gun whose history and aesthetic appeal should transcend the realm of firearm collectors. 43475-48 (20,000-40,000) – Lot 3099

3100
$25,875.00

*◊ EXTRAORDINARY MAUSER M1917 TRENCH CARBINE WITH 10-SHOT AND 20-SHOT DETACHABLE MAGAZINES.

SN 5. Cal. 9mm Parabellum. Mauser made only a small quantity of M1917 trench carbines, reportedly about 40, that were numbered in their own serial range starting with #1. They were produced late in WWI and offered to the German Army to compete with the lP.08 with its 32 round drum magazine for trench raiding and assault parties, but rejected as being too expensive. This example has a 12″ bbl with a fixed front sight and a slip-in rear sight marked “50-500”. Short extractor, 2-lug firing pin, small ring hammer. Top of the chamber is blank. In fact, there are no externally visible markings on the gun except the SN “5” that was applied by the importer at the bottom of the mag well along with the “NS” that appears at the back of the hammer. To prevent hammer “bite”, the rear frame was made with a longer than usual extension, horizontally serrated along its back face, to keep the web of the hand away from the hammer. Inside the trigger guard is a broad serrated plunger, in-the-white, for disassembly. Pulling the plunger down unlocks the action to allow the bbl assembly and sub-frame to come off the frame. Inspection of one of the bbl flats shows the marking “8,82. 9,06. 300.” that is very similar to notation that appears under the bbl on the M1906-08 pistols. The subframe of this example is blued. As one might expect, the subframe and locking block are very different from most carbines and the bolt stop is significantly shorter. At the bottom of the trigger guard is a serrated tab that is pushed forward to remove the magazine. Both the 10 and 20-shot magazines have an internal spacer in front of the follower and a body very similar to a M1906-08 magazine. The 10-shot magazine has a flat detachable floorplate, the 20-shot magazine has a floorplate similar to the M1906-08. The fixed buttstock is secured to the receiver by two screws – one under the pistol grip, the other further back. The short forend, measuring 5-3/4″, and buttstock, each fitted with a sling swivel, are smoothly surfaced with the buttstock having broad serrations in lieu of a buttplate. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Generally excellent with approximately 80% orig rust blue. In the middle of the bore is a bulge ring. As a cosmetic repair, the exterior of the bbl was lathed down to present a uniform taper. The repaired area was subsequently blued, explaining the lathe marks and extensive discoloration. The internal parts are in near excellent condition with minor spotting and pitting, particularly as concerns the locking block, transfer bar, and sear. Wood furniture in VG-excellent condition, with oil staining and scattered dings, though the buttstock is cracked just behind the receiver with the crack extending into the recess for the top lug. Excellent, orig condition magazine. Dark bore with moderate oxidation, previously noted bulge ring, and shallow rifling. Perfect manual mechanics. 49828-1 LMA (30,000-60,000) C&R – Lot 3100

3101
$24,150.00

*◊ SUPER SCARCE MAUSER C96 MODEL 711 WITH 10 AND 20 SHOT MAGAZINES.

SN 84656. Cal. 7.63 Mauser. Fantastic Mauser M711 with 5/5″ bbl, having a fixed front sight and slip-in 50-1000 rear sight. Short extractor, 2-lug firing pin, small ring hammer, and no stock slot. Usual Mauser address over chamber. Crown/Crown/U on left chamber flat. Full SN on bbl extension, behind sight. Left side of frame is marked with the large Mauser banner. The right side has the usual 3-line address along with “Made in Germany” centered in the frame recess. Major and most minor components are salt blued with grip screw a fire blue. Broadly serrated walnut grips. No Lanyard ring. Orig 10-shot mag and four 20-shot magazines, all having a floorplate imprinted with the large Mauser banner. Disassembly shows all matching components with last 4 digits of SN marked inside forward frame and repeated on upper surface of late style fenestrated subframe. Locking block marked “R” but unnumbered, as is correct for this late variation. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: At least 98% crisp orig salt blue with the wear largely limited to the forward rails. No significant wear on frontstrap with only minimal thinning at the heel. Comparable condition small parts, grips, and spare magazines. Near mirror bore. Perfect manual mechanics. A super high condition and ultra-rare M711 of which only about a dozen are known. 49828-143 LMA (20,000-35,000) C&R – Lot 3101

3102
$40,250.00
Revised: 9/19/2016

Please Note: The small bone shield inlay referenced in the description is a professional replacement. When we acquired the gun, the shield was ivory. Due to President Obama’s new Ivory laws, it would have been illegal to offer with the ivory. The work was done by one of the country’s leading antique restorers and is an excellent undetectable job.

*◊ MAGNIFICENT, LARGE RING MAUSER C96 CARBINE, PRESENTATION QUALITY, WITH EXTRAORDINARY ENGRAVING AND GOLD HIGHLIGHTS.

SN 587. Cal. 9mm Export. Mauser made relatively few Large Ring Carbines, especially in 9mm Export. This spectacularly embellished gun has standard mechanical features including a 14.5″ bbl with a shallow ramp for a dovetailed bead front sight and a slip-in 50-500 rear sight. Long extractor, 2-lug firing pin, and large ring hammer. Instead of the usual chamber address this Carbine is marked with a gold inlaid “W. GLASER”. The SN “587” is on the left chamber flat. The left side is marked with the Crown/Crown/U while the right side has the antler proof. The full SN on the left side of the frame is repeated on the adjacent stock lug, on the hammer, the bolt stop, the subframe, and the locking lever. Disassembly shows a matching follower grooved for 9mm, a matching floorplate and matching subframe components. As true for standard production guns, major components are rust blued with a fire blued extractor, rear sight components, bolt stop, safety, and stock lug. The trigger is strawed. Lavish floral engraving, bordered in gold highlights, extends to each side of the hammer, the top of the bbl and around the front sight. The stock lug is engraved in a continued and complimentary pattern on each side in addition to the upper and lower arms. Unlike most carbines that have a smooth forend and buttstock, this example has fine bordered engraving on each side of the pistol grip and under the forearm, accented by a delicate Mother-of-Pearl and silver wiring that is also used to border the buttplate. An unmarked heraldic shield, made of bone, is in the toe line of the stock. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: At least 99% bright blue with negligible sharp edge wear. Comparable condition fire blue and straw. Forearm and buttstock are nearly new, with crisp checkering and only the most minute handling dings. Neither the Mother-of-Pearl, bone, or wire inlays show any losses. Same immaculate condition applies to buttplate. Mirror bore. Perfect manual mechanics. A truly spectacular carbine whose beauty should transcend the field of firearms enthusiasts. 43475-39 LMA (20,000-40,000) C&R – Lot 3102

3103
$0.00

◊ SCARCE MAUSER C96 CARBINE, EARLY LARGE RING TRANSITIONAL.

SN 63. Cal. 7.63 mm. Mauser made very few Early Large Ring Transitional carbines that shared the same receiver and trigger assembly as the earlier Conehammers. Unlike its predecessor, these guns had a tapered bbl with a short ramped serrated sight base and a hooded front sight with a bead insert. This example has a 11.75″ bbl and a pinned 50-500 rear sight. Chamber is marked with a 3-line address “WAFFENFABRIK MAUSER OBERNDORF A/N”. The SN 63 is on left chamber flat and repeated on left side of receiver. In the central recess of the receiver is a small rectangular insert that appears as an old factory repair. The left side bbl extension is marked with a Crown/Crown/U. An antler proof is on the right chamber flat. Other features include long extractor and separately retained firing pin. The bbl/bbl extension, frame and floorplate are rust blued while the extractor, components of rear sight, bolt stop, firing pin retainer, safety and shoulder stock lug are fire blued. In this case, all components are matched to SN 63 except for the buttstock that is from a different gun and cannot be easily released from the receiver. The buttstock is numbered “1004” and has an orig horn buttplate molded with the intertwined “MW” monogram. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: The Carbine retains about 97% rust blue with mild thinning and sharp edge wear. The fire blued parts have largely faded except the buttstock lug that retains most of its orig blue, nicely complementing the balance of the gun. Both the forend and buttstock have been lightly refinished to present a uniform, pleasing color and surface. 49828-6 LMA (13,500-22,500) – Lot 3103

3104
$16,675.00

*◊ EXCELLENT MAUSER C96 FLATSIDE CARBINE WITH 12″ BARREL, VL&D, IN PRESENTATION CASE.

SN 244. Cal. 7.63mm. Mauser made approximately 200 Large Ring Flatside carbines. This example has a 12″ bbl with a hooded, drift adjustable bead front sight and a slip-in 50-500 rear sight. The elongated chamber is marked with the usual Mauser address while SN “244” is on the left chamber flat; antler acceptance is on the right chamber flat. Left side of the frame is retailer marked “VON LENGERKE/& DETMOLD/NEW-YORK”. The SN is repeated on the left side of the frame and on the left side of the stock iron at their juncture. SN “244” is additionally marked under the rear sight bar and back of the hammer. Limited disassembly shows the matching SN on the follower, floorplate, firing pin retainer, bolt and firing pin. Major components are rust blued. The extractor, the usual components of the rear sight, the firing pin retainer, bolt stop, safety and stock lug are fire blued while the trigger and attendant housing are in-the-white. Standard smooth forearm and buttstock that has an orig Mauser buttplate with an intertwined “MW”. Accompanied by a high quality black, leather bound and weighted, presentation case measuring 23-3/4″ x 11″ x 3″. An oval unmarked silver plated plaque measuring 2-1/8″ x 1-1/4″ is mounted on the lid that is lined with green cloth having gold imprint “WAFFENFABRIK MAUSER/AKTIENGESELLSCHFT/OBERNDORF a NECKAR/(Deutsches Reich)”. Compartmentalized base, lined in dark green velvet, made to separately hold the top assembly of a longer barreled carbine, buttstock and ammunition. Included is a single reproduction black leather ammo case. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Approx 95-97% bright orig rust blue with muzzle and sharp edge wear reflecting careful use. Comparable condition fire blue on all small parts except stock lug that shows more oxidative change, particularly on the upper and lower arms. Forearm and buttstock retain most orig light varnish with scattered handling dings. No discernible cracks or significant losses. Near excellent buttplate. Bright bore with sharp rifling. Perfect manual mechanics. Excellent condition presentation case and ammo box with scattered marks and scuffs applied to reflect appropriate aging. 49828-16 LMA (13,500-19,500) C&R – Lot 3104

3105
$0.00

*◊ MAUSER C96 SIX SHOT, LAVISHLY ENGRAVED WITH MATCHING CARVED STOCK RECONFIGURED TO RESEMBLE AN EARLIER REGAL MAUSER.

SN 43164. Cal. 9mm Express. Extremely scarce C96 six shot with 4″ bbl having fixed front sight and slip-in rear sight marked 50-1000. Short extractor, 2-lug firing pin, small ring hammer. Usual chamber address with full SN on left chamber flat and C/U on left side of bbl extension. Unusual solid rails. Right side of frame with 2-line Mauser address. Bottom of floorplate with serrations. Pistol is in-the-white with elaborate and extensive custom floral engraving that covers nearly 90% of the pistol, including the front of the magazine well and frontstrap, that is highlighted with gold accented border. Fire blued small parts include the extractor, appropriate parts of the sight assembly, bolt stop, safety and trigger. Beautiful replacement grips, numbered to match the pistol, are scroll engraved and serrated. All external numbers are matching including the sight bar. Accompanied by a contemporary and impressive carved stock whose in-the-white looped hinge and matching lug have been engraved in a complimentary fashion-including the front face of the lug! PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: In-the-white pistol with surface toning and chemical aging. Though the pistol was meticulously cleaned before embellishment, it is possible to see a few fine scattered pinpricks of oxidation. Bright bore with mild etching, shallow rifling. Perfect manual mechanics except for sluggish bolt return. Stock with a scattering of minor surface dings and aged to retain at least 95% of the varnish. Similar age related considerations apply to the hinge and lug. An very impressive rig made to resemble a high order, regal Mauser presentation. 49828-129 LMA (5,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 3105

3106
$5,750.00

*◊ MAUSER C96, LARGE RING SHALLOW MILLED, LAVISHLY ENGRAVED, WITH A STOCK, AND A PRESENTATION CASE WITH ACCESSORIES.

SN 32631. Cal. 7.63mm. Standard configuration Large Ring Shallow Milled C96, extensively engraved, with 5.5″ bbl having fixed front sight with slip-in 50-1000 rear sight. Long extractor, single lug firing pin, large ring hammer. Usual chamber markings with full SN on the left flat. As true for a number of factory engraved guns, the acceptance and proof marks have been relocated. In this case, the Crown/Crown/U has been moved from the left side of the bbl extension to the right chamber flat and the antler proof on the right side of the bbl extension is further back than usual. Right side of frame with 2-line address. The refinished gun is delicately engraved with a fine scroll pattern that extends to the top of the cursor and each side of the hammer. Fitted with replacement checkered walnut grips. Lanyard ring present. Detailed disassembly shows all matching parts except for an unnumbered firing pin. Accompanied by re-numbered matching stock and a high quality black, leather bound and weighted, presentation case measuring 18-1/2″ x 12-3/4″ x 3-1/2″. An oval unmarked silver plated plaque measuring 3″ x 1-3/4″ is mounted on the lid that is lined with maroon cloth having gold imprint “WAFFENFABRIK MAUSER/AKTIENGESELLSCHFT/OBERNDORF a NECKAR/(Deutsches Reich)”. Compartmentalized base, lined in maroon velvet, made to separately hold the pistol enclosed in stock, reproduction Putzstock cleaning rod measuring 16″, and six leather reproduction ammo box cases (five black, one maroon). PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Retains approx. 90% of the refinished and artificially aged rust blue with most wear having been applied to the front of the magazine well and the grip straps. Artificial aging has been equally applied to all of the re-heat treated small parts. Grips aged with blunted checkering to match the rest of the pistol. Dull bore with moderate oxidation. Perfect manual mechanics. VG stock with considerable oxidation of the hinge and artificially aged lug. Excellent presentation case, with superficial scuffs and rubs, whose included components appear nearly new. 49828-115 LMA (5,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 3106

3107
$4,600.00

*◊ MAUSER C96, SIX SHOT, “GOG” MARKED WITH LARGE RING, ADJUSTABLE SIGHT, CUT FOR STOCK.

SN 29915. Cal. 7.63mm. Standard configuration “GOG” marked six shot having a 4″ bbl and slip in 50-1000 rear sight. Long extractor, large ring hammer and 2-lug firing pin. Usual chamber address with full SN on left chamber flat. Crown/Crown/U on left side of bbl extension; antler proof on right side. Right side of frame with 2-line address. The frontstrap is marked “G.O.G. 39.”, reflecting use by the German Oldenburg Police in the Weimar period, specifically noted in the book History Writ in Steel by Don Maus on page 247. Backstrap slotted for stock. Finely grooved walnut panels. Lanyard ring present. Major components rust blued. Fire blued extractor, cursor, bolt stop, safety, grip screw. Strawed trigger. Detailed disassembly shows all matching parts including the firing pin and each of the grip panels. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Many of the GOG marked police pistols, as this example, were refurbished during use or before their release as surplus. This gun has approx. 75-80% refurbished blue. Several exposed small parts that were originally in the white have now oxidatively toned to a mellow brown. Moderate wear on each of the grips that is consistent with the overall appearance of the pistol. Bright bore, slightly etched with shallow rifling. Perfect manual mechanics. A very desirable and seldom seen six shot with a well documented history! 49828-112 LMA (5,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 3107

3108
$3,162.50

*◊ RARE MAUSER C96 PRE WAR BOLO WITH LARGE RING HAMMER, FLORAL GRIPS AND MATCHING BOLO STOCK.

SN 40284. Cal. 7.63mm. Standard configuration Pre War Bolo with 4″ bbl and slip in 100-1000 rear sight having a grooved cursor and sight bar. Long extractor, 2-lug firing pin, and large ring hammer. Mauser address on top of chamber. Full SN on left chamber flat. Crown/Crown/U on left side of bbl extension; antler proof on right side. 2-line Mauser address on right side of frame. Fitted with hard rubber floral grips. Major parts rust blued. Extractor, cursor, bolt stop, safety and grip screw fire blued. Trigger is strawed. Detailed disassembly shows all matching parts, including the sight bar, firing pin and each of the grip panels. Accompanied by factory orig Bolo stock, having 4″ crack through release button, matching pistol. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Approx. 70% orig rust blue with a uniform scattering of oxidative flecking and thinning of the floorplate and grip straps. Comparable condition fire blued parts and straw trigger. Hard rubber grips with minor handling dings, no discernible splits. Dark bore with barely discernible rifling. Perfect manual mechanics. Stock lightly re-varnished with fire blue enhancement of hinge, latch retention screw and lug. Very difficult to find an all matching Bolo rig, particularly with the grooved sight assembly and a short Bolo stock. 49828-124 LMA (3,500-7,000) C&R – Lot 3108

3109
$3,737.50

*◊ RARE MAUSER C96, PRE WAR LONG BARRELED BOLO WITH MATCHING STOCK, CASE.

SN 29799. Cal. 7.63mm. Extremely scarce Pre War long barreled Bolo with 5.5″ bbl having fixed front sight and slip in 100-1000 rear sight with grooved cursor and sight bar. Long extractor, 2-lug firing pin and small ring hammer. Frame marking limited to 2-line address on right side. Fitted with finely grooved walnut Bolo panels. Replacement lanyard ring. Accompanied by refurbished stock with refinished hinge and refinished, renumbered lug matched to the last 3 digits of the pistol. Major components rust blued. Extractor, cursor, bolt stop, safety are fire blued. Trigger, grip screw are strawed. Detailed disassembly shows all matching parts including the sight bar, firing pin, and each of the grip panels. Presented in an elegant, canvas covered hard attache case with leather handle, leather reinforced corners and dual keyed brass latches. Dark red velour lining with separated compartments for the pistol, shoulder stock and various accessories. Keys included. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Approx. 85-90% refurbished blue with toned thinning and a few small areas of etching, particularly inside the frame panels and on the trigger. Fire blued parts (except the safety) have been re-heat treated for enhancement. The sight bar has been repolished and the hammer subjected to a fire blue that has faded. Orig grips have been revarnished. Bright bore with mild etching and shallow rifling. Perfect manual mechanics. VG stock. Attache case is nearly new. A very difficult to find C96, regardless of restoration. 49828-111 LMA (2,500-5,000) C&R – Lot 3109

3110
$0.00

*◊ MAUSER C96, EXQUISITELY ENGRAVED PRE-WAR COMMERCIAL WITH SPECIAL GRIPS TOGETHER WITH AN EXTRAORDINARY BURL STOCK.

SN 87807. Cal. 7.63mm. Pre-war Commercial with 5-1/2″ bbl having a fixed front sight and a slip-in 50-1000 rear sight. Short extractor and 2-lug firing pin. Chamber with usual address. Full SN on left chamber flat. Crown/Crown U on left side of bbl extension. Usual 2-line address on right side of frame. Wonderfully detailed embellishment with floral motif covers the entire bbl extension and each side of the frame, resembling the engraving pattern of factory commemorative C96 SN 120,000 (see Schroeder “System Mauser” p197). In many cases, the background is made of scribed lines that accentuate the surrounding decoration with much more impact than the usual matte or dotted matrix. Royal presentation is suggested by the large Crown surmounting the scriptic U applied to the floorplate. Complimentary engraving has been tastefully applied around the front sight and muzzle with linear accents on the front and backstrap. Detailed disassembly shows all matching numbers including the grips whose fine checkering is border with silver wire with bone highlighting, an embellishment that could not have been added to standard grips. Major components are rust blued. The extractor, slight cursor, bolt stop, safety and grip screw are fire blued. Trigger is strawed. Lanyard ring present. Fabulous burl wood veneered stock. An ebony inlay borders the lug with extension to a 1/4″ strip that extends over the top of the stock. Hinge and lug delicately engraved in a foliate pattern with complementary decoration of all screws. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: Over 99% bright rust blue with only the most minute wear around muzzle and edge of the floorplate. No discernible wear on front or backstrap except where in contact with stock lug. Fire blue at least 95% with fading on extractor. Strawed trigger with minimal discoloration. Comparable condition grips having most varnish and sharp diamonds. No discernible inlay-related losses. Generally bright bore with shallow rifling. Perfect manual mechanics. Outstanding stock with accented burl splitting and with restored metal finish (on stock only). 43475-49 (15,000-30,000) C&R – Lot 3110

3111
$9,775.00

*◊ MAUSER C96, EARLY M1930 COMMERCIAL, WITH DETACHABLE MAGAZINE EXTENSION, MAUSER BANNER STOCK.

SN 820524. Cal. 7.63mm. Standard configuration M1930 Commercial with 5-1/4″ bbl having fixed front sight and slip-in 50-1000 rear sight. Short extractor and universal safety. Usual chamber markings with serial number applied to the left side of the bbl extension. Left frame with large Mauser Banner. 3-line address on right side of frame. Broadly serrated walnut panels. No lanyard ring. All major and several minor parts salt blued. Fire blued extractor, bolt stop, trigger and grip screw. Accompanied by a precisely manufactured magazine extension, whose body is remarkably similar to a Schnellfeuer magazine, made to replace the follower/spring/floorplate assembly. Once the magazine extension, whose left surface is numbered “800” (no other markings present), is slipped into place, the pin from the left side may be withdrawn, allowing the follower to rise to its normal position. Manually depressing the follower allows the pin to be repositioned and the extension withdrawn. The pin is otherwise attached to the extension by a fine linked brass chain. This accessory is stored in a leather compartment with a lid snap that has been screwed to the right side of the Mauser Banner stock whose features are otherwise standard, including the fire blued looped hinge and the un-numbered square shoulder lug. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Pistol retains approx. 90-95% orig salt blue with scattered freckling, particularly on the grip straps. Noticeable scratch on bottom of floorplate. Magazine extension with 98% blue. Bright bore with minor oxidation, strong rifling. Perfect manual mechanics. Excellent stock, with attached leather pouch, having single hairline crack, 3″ in length, on bottom spine. Retains most orig varnish and scattering of superficial dings with expected patina on hinge and iron. An extremely impressive rig, particularly with the attached magazine extension. 49828-153 LMA (10,000-20,000) C&R – Lot 3111

3112
$0.00

*◊ EXTREMELY RARE PRESENTATION LUGER CARBINE WITH PUSH BUTTON STOCK.

SN 9111C. Cal. 7.65 Para. 11-3/4″ bbl with long ramp front sight and 3-position adjustable rear sight, last two digits of SN on bottom. “M.P.M./FROMH.C.R./1903” in gold above chamber. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. Dished toggles. Numbers on gun are matching, including checkered walnut grips. Trigger is not numbered. Grip safety. Proper C suffix presentation SN on bottom of tang that attaches to forearm. Checkered walnut forearm with swing swivel has matching numbers. Wood bottom mag has flaming bomb proof and added numbers that match. Unnumbered push button stock has highly figured walnut and a checkered horn buttplate with engraved screws. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very good, retaining 60% orig blue with touch-up in some areas. Many surfaces are corroded and fading to brown or pitting. Straw is 50% and corroded. Grips are lightly worn with some chips to checkering and are oil soaked dark. Bore is worn with light pitting. Mechanics are very good. Mag has corroded body and little wear on wood bottom. Forearm has orig wood finish with nicks and dings overall, checkering is lightly worn with scattered chips. Wood on stock has been refinished and checkering has been re-cut. Buttplate is excellent with minor imperfections, lug appears to be restored. 49828-186 BWS (20,000-40,000) C&R – Lot 3112

3113
$16,675.00

*◊ VERY FINE DWM 1902 LUGER CARBINE.

SN 23577. Cal. 7.65 Para. 11-3/4″ bbl with long ramp front sight and 3-position adjustable rear sight. “BUG” proofs and full SN on bottom. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. Dish toggles. “BU” proofs on toggle assembly and left receiver. Full SN on bottom of tang that attaches to forearm. Orig matching numbered checkered walnut forearm with sling swivel. Checkered walnut grips are unnumbered with proper 6-point star on back. Numbered parts on gun are matching. Grip safety. WWI era military wood bottom mag with numbers that do not match. With a contemporary reproduction checkered walnut stock with plastic buttplate and sling swivel that has been numbered on the lug to match gun. With three wood bottom mags (one of them “GERMANY” export marked), a carbine length cleaning rod/oiler, takedown tool & pin punch, and an empty box of 9mm ammo in a beautiful replica carbine case. Exterior of case is black leather with a linear embossed pattern on top and sides and metal unmarked presentation plaque on center of lid. Interior has fitted maroon velvet with maroon satin lid liner that is gold embossed “DEUTSCHE WAFFEN-UND MUNITIONSFABRIKEN / BERLIN / Parabellum Cal. 9 m/m”. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 96% orig blue with light corrosion overall that is pitting in spots, 85% orig straw with corrosion. Grips and forearm have light wear with normal dings and dents, wood grain is still visible. Stock is in near new condition. Bore is worn with light pitting. Mag has small chip on bottom. Three extra mags have normal wear. Accessories in case are excellent, ammo box has oil stains and is coming apart at the edges. Leather on exterior of case appears to have had restoration to excellent condition. Interior has typical wear and oil stains from gun and accessories. Cloth straps to hold lid up are torn as is cloth that covers hinges between interior top and bottom. 49828-105 (20,000-28,000) C&R – Lot 3113

3114
$9,200.00

*◊ UNIQUE .30 CALIBER MAUSER INTERARMS 1902 STYLE LUGER CARBINE POST-PRODUCTION RUN SN 251.

SN 251. Cal. 30 Luger. 11-3/4″ bbl with long ramp front sight and 3-position rear sight, marked “.30Luger” on top. Blank chamber. “DWM” scroll in gold on center toggle link. Dished toggles (standard Commemorative Carbines have 1920 style toggles) to commemorate 1902 carbine. Full SN on right receiver and right frame. Post-war Eagle/N proof on left receiver. No Interarms markings on right receiver (for European market). No gold inscription on left frame as on standard examples. Checkered walnut forearm with sling swivel. Checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. Front grip strap is marked “Mauser-Werke Oberndorf GMBH”. Plain wood bottom mag. Checkered walnut stock with horn buttplate and sling swivel. Stock lug is numbered to gun. 250 commemorative 9mm carbines were made by Mauser circa 1980. This gun is .30 cal and its SN 251 (possibly one of a kind). With two extra mags and Mauser banner marked takedown tool in the orig reddish/orange leather case with brass fittings and green faux suede fitted interior. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Near new, retaining 99%+ orig blue and straw with almost no wear on sharp edges and corners. Wood is bright and retains orig color, all checkering is sharp. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are excellent. Accessories are near new. Case has very minor wear from normal storage. 49828-17 BWS (10,000-20,000) C&R – Lot 3114

3115
$12,075.00

*BEAUTIFUL DWM 1902 LUGER CARBINE WITH STOCK.

SN 24588. Cal. 30 Luger. 11-3/4″ bbl with long ramp front sight, 3-position adjustable rear sight, BUG proofs, and full SN on bottom. DWM scroll on center toggle link. Dished toggles BU proofs on toggle assembly and left receiver. Checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. Matching checkered walnut forearm with sling swivel. Numbers on gun are matching. Proper plain wood bottom magazine. With a beautiful orig checkered walnut stock with sling swivel, horn buttplate, attaching lug, and numbers that do not match gun. CONDITION: Excellent retaining 97% orig blue and 90% orig straw. Normal wear on sharp edges and corners with a few scratches and areas of light corrosion. Checkering on grips and forearm is lightly worn with visible wood grain. Bore is bright and sharp. Magazine bottom has a few minor dings. Stock has beautiful wood grain and sharp checkering. Blue and straw on lug are 95%. Buttplate is very good with a crack above top screw. Mechanics are excellent. 50662-8 BWS (10,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 3115

3116
$0.00

*VERY FINE DWM MODEL 1902 LUGER CARBINE.

SN 21995. Cal. 7.65mm. 11-3/4″ bbl. Slide adjustable rear sight graduated from 1 to 3 with proofs on left side of the chamber Crown B and Crown U. Old style long frame with 1902-type toggles and old style extractor. Matching numbers throughout with exception of stock which is orig but numbered to another gun. 1902 Carbines were made on a very limited production. Accompanied by correct walnut detachable shoulder stock with iron. Fits nicely, but as previously mentioned, is mis-numbered. CONDITION: Very good overall, with much period blue finish remaining on bbl and upper assembly. Frontstrap finish has been worn basically bright. Bore and mechanics are very good. Wood stocks worn but good. Shoulder stock very fine with most orig finish and good finish on irons. A very attractive Luger Carbine. 51033-75 TDW (9,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 3116

3117
$4,600.00

*◊ 1920 DWM LUGER CARBINE WITH STOCK.

SN 1813. Cal. 7.65 Para. 11-3/4″ bbl with long ramp front sight and 3-position adjustable rear sight, marked “.30 LUGER” on top. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. Contemporary checkered walnut forearm with sling swivel. Full SN on bottom of forearm tang. Numbered parts have matching numbers, Some numbers being contemporary. Contemporary checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. Contemporary walnut stock with serrated horn buttplate, sling swivel, hand checkering, and stock lug that has been numbered to match the gun. Plain wood bottom mag with large number “2” on bottom. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine, restored to 98% blue and 95% straw. Bbl and receiver have light corrosion that is starting to pit, there is also corrosion on safety lever. Wood retains orig color with sharp checkering. Buttplate is excellent. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are fine. Mag has normal wear. 49828-41 (3,500-7,000) C&R – Lot 3117

3118
$13,225.00

◊ BEAUTIFUL CASED INTERARMS LUGER CARBINE SN 200 OF 250.

SN K200 VON 250. Cal. 9 mm. 11-3/4″ bbl with long ramp front sight and 3-position rear sight. Heraldic stag and lion crest above chamber. “DWM” scroll in gold on center toggle link. No Interarms markings (for European market). “Made in Germany” on back of frame. Post-war Eagle/N proofs on left receiver and frame. Full SN “K200 von 250” on right receiver and frame. Left frame has “75 Jahre/Parabellum-Pistole/Mod. Karabiner” in gold (75 year Luger Carbine Commemorative). Checkered walnut forearm with sling swivel. Checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. Front grip strap is marked “Mauser-Werke Oberndorf GMBH”. Plain wood bottom mag. With orig checkered walnut stock with horn buttplate and sling swivel. Matching SN on stock lug and on plaque on bottom. With extra mag, Mauser banner marked takedown tool, cleaning rod/oiler, bore brush, and keys in a reddish/brown leather case with brass fittings and green faux suede interior. Test target and manual are in Mauser banner marked leather pouch in lid. Also includes certificate stating it is number 200 of 250 produced, as well as the invoice from the factory. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Near new, retaining 99%+ orig blue and straw with almost no wear to edges and corners. Wood retains orig color with sharp checkering. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are excellent. All accessories are in near new condition. Minor wear on interior and exterior of case from years of storage. 49828-167 BWS (6,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 3118

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3120
$4,600.00

*VERY RARE DWM 1914 DATE LUGER ARTILLERY PISTOL WITH HOLSTER.

SN 1187A. Cal. 9mm. 8″ bbl with fine tune front and rear sights & 4 digit SN on bottom. Rear sight parts have numbers that do not match. 1914 date above chamber. DWM scroll on center toggle link. Matching numbered toggle assembly down to the firing pin. “GERMANY” export marked on left frame rail. Matching numbered checkered walnut grips. Gun appears to have been reworked for commercial sales in the 20’s, with some small parts renumbered to match at the time. Wood bottom mag appears to have matching numbers that were added more recently. Brown leather “BDIII/1916” marked artillery holster with orig cleaning rod and contemporary Eagle/63 marked takedown tool. PROVENANCE: The William Smith Collection. CONDITION: Very good, retaining 90% 1920’s era blue with fading on bbl and grip straps. Sides of bbl and frame rails are corroding, sharp edges and corners are worn. Straw has been reheated and is currently 60%. Grips are worn and darkened. Bore is lightly frosted. Mag has a crack through the wood bottom. Mechanics are very good. Front of holster has cracking and flaking overall. Back is very good. Ears on cleaning rod flap have been replaced. Takedown tool and cleaning rod are very good. 50600-7 BWS (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 3120

3121
$2,587.50

*BEAUTIFUL ENGRAVED ARTILLERY LUGER WITH GOLD INLAY AND STAG GRIPS.

SN 3921E. Cal. 9mm. 8″ Artillery bbl with Artillery sights and full SN on bottom. 1917 date above chamber. DWM scroll on center toggle link. Imperial proofs on right receiver. Numbers are matching except for holdopen and trigger which are numbered 48. Stag grips. Plain wood bottom magazine. Foliate scroll engraving with pearl background covers about 60% of exterior surfaces of gun with gold line inlays on almost every major surface. Date on chamber, “P.08” on left frame, and SN on front are gold inlay. CONDITION: Excellent retaining 99%+ contemporary finish. Grips have very little wear. Bore is worn and pitted. Magazine body has light corrosion overall and wood bottom has minor chips. Mechanics are good. 50845-2 BWS (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 3121

3122
$0.00

*EXCEPTIONALLY FINE 1914 ARTILLERY LUGER WITH IDEAL TELESCOPING STOCK.

SN 3769. Cal. 9mm. 8″ bbl with adjustable front sight and slide adjustable rear sight on bbl with early fine tuning adjustment. Dated over chamber “1914” with toggle marked crown over “ERFURT” with Imperial proofs on bbl, receiver, toggle and trigger guard. 2-pc checkered walnut grips. Rust blue finish overall. Small parts finished in straw coloring with nickel finished wood based magazine. Artillery is accompanied with an Ideal manufactured telescoping holster stock complete with the Ideal adapter grips. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall, with very little wear, slight finish loss as to be expected at muzzle. High points of receiver, front and back straps with slight discoloration on left side of frame above grip. After detailed disassembly all parts found to be matching with exception of magazine which is a proper type but mis-numbered. The Ideal telescoping stock all metal is exceptionally fine with most finish remaining. Slight brown discoloration at butt end, but metal is very good overall. Leather has gone untreated and is somewhat brittle. Stitching has deteriorated and is no longer secure. Ideal conversion grips have been refinished at some previous date but appear to function and lock up appropriately. This Ideal stock was made for a 4″ Luger. 51033-69 TDW (3,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 3122

3123
$2,300.00

*◊ SIMSON REWORKED ARTILLERY LUGER.

SN 9301a. 8″ 9mm artillery bbl with fine tune front and rear adjustable sights. “1916” above chamber. “SIMSON & Co/SUHL” marked on center toggle link. Imperial proofs on right receiver. Originally a 1916 DWM, this gun was reworked by Simson and has a Simson toggle assembly and sideplate that were replaced and numbered to the gun and Eagle/6 proofed. All numbered parts on the gun are matching, except for the holdopen which is “03”. The correct style numbered wood bottom magazine is numbered “6609”. This gun is featured on p. 976 of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess’ The Borchardt & Luger Automatic Pistols. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: Very fine retaining 95% original blue and 40% original straw. Gun has some scattered pitting on the left side of the bbl, above the right grip, and at the bottom of both gripstraps and stock lug. Bore is lightly pitted. Checkered walnut grips are moderately worn. Magazine is excellent. Mechanics are sound. 43475-704 BWS80 (2,000-3,500) C&R – Lot 3123

3124
$2,875.00

*RARE DWM 1920 COMMERCIAL NAVY LUGER.

SN 6615N. Cal. 30 Luger. 6″ Navy bbl, “GERMANY” stamped on left side, Crown/N above SN on bottom. 1920 above chamber. DWM scroll on center toggle link. 100/200 meter adjustable Navy sight on rear toggle link. Crown/N proof on left receiver. Unnumbered checkered walnut grips. Unnumbered Navy-style magazine with concentric rings. Numbered parts are matching. CONDITION: Very fine retaining 95% orig blue and 98% restored straw. Grip straps are starting to fade and corrode. Grips are lightly worn and oil soaked. Bore is bright and shiny. Magazine has little wear but a crack is starting on wood bottom. Mechanics are fine. 50662-12 BWS (3,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 3124

3125
$2,875.00

*RARE KIEL DOCK YARD MARKED 1906 NAVY LUGER WITH MATCHING MAGAZINE.

SN 8001A. Cal. 9mm. 6″ Navy bbl. “GERMANY” stamped by SN on bottom. “DWM” Scroll on center toggle. 100/200 meter adjustable Navy sight on rear toggle. Crown/M Navy proofs on left receiver. 2nd issue with “GESICHERT” safety mark in up position. Grip safety. Unnumbered checkered walnut grips. “W.K./4090” (Kiel Dock Yard weapon # 4090) on backstrap. Orig matching numbered wood bottom magazine with Navy concentric rings and Crown/M Navy proof. Numbered parts are matching. CONDITION: Very fine. 90% orig blue with restoration to bbl and sideplate. Light pitting on front grip strap, scattered light corrosion. Retains 30% orig straw. Grips are lightly worn with visible wood grain. Bore is worn with light pitting. Magazine is excellent with very little wear. Mechanics are fine. 50662-9 BWS (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 3125

3126
$1,725.00
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Please Note: This gun is altered and not a genuine Kiel Dockyard gun.

*KIEL DOCKYARD MARKED DWM 1908 NAVY LUGER.

SN 5575. Cal. 9mm. 6″ Navy bbl with Crown/M proof above full SN on bottom. DWM scroll on center toggle link. 100/200 meter adjustable rear Navy sight. Crown/M proofs on left receiver. Large Crown/M proof on back of frame. Unnumbered checkered walnut grips. “W.K./11401” (Kiel Dockyard weapon #11401) Unit marked on backstrap. Re-numbered matching Navy magazine. Numbers on gun match. CONDITION: Fine, contemporary restoration to 98% blue and 95% straw. Grips are lightly worn with visible wood grain. Bore is bright and sharp. Magazine has light corrosion on body and minor chips on wood bottom. Mechanics are fine. 50662-6 BWS (2,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 3126

3127
$3,450.00

*RARE NAVY ISSUE LUGER 1940 42 CODE.

SN 5856i. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with SN on bottom. 1940 date above chamber. “42” (Mauser) on center toggle link. Eagle/655 proofs on right receiver unnumbered. Eagle/655 proofed checkered walnut grips. “N/5097” (Nordsee Navy Weapon #5097) on backstrap. “fxo” black plastic bottom magazine. Numbers are matching down to the firing pin. CONDITION: Excellent retaining 98% orig bright blue with very light wear on sharp edges and corners and a few scattered light scratches. Grips are lightly worn with some indents to checkering. The bore has light pitting. Magazine body has scattered light corrosion and plastic bottom is excellent with no cracks or chips. Mechanics are excellent. 50662-10 BWS (2,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 3127

3128
$2,587.50

*RARE NAVY ISSUE 1938 S/42 LUGER.

SN 9185L. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with Eagle/63 proof and SN on bottom. 1938 date above chamber. “S/42” (Mauser) on center toggle link. Eagle/63 proofs on right receiver. Unnumbered checkered walnut grips. “N/2745” (Nordsee Weapon #2745) on backstrap. Eagle/63 proofed aluminum bottom magazine that does not match. Numbers on gun are matching down to firing pin. CONDITION: Excellent retaining 95% orig blue with normal wear, and fading & corrosion on grip straps. Grips are lightly worn and oil soaked. Bore is worn and lightly pitted. Magazine has scattered corrosion on body and light dings on bottom. Mechanics are excellent. 50662-5 BWS (2,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 3128

3129
$1,437.50

*DWM 1906 NAVY LUGER FIRST ISSUE ALTERED.

SN 6258. Cal. 9mm. 6″ Navy bbl with full SN on bottom. DWM scroll on center toggle ring. 100/200 meter Navy adjustable rear sight. Crown/M proofs on left receiver. “GESICHERT” safety mark has been converted to up position. Mismatched checkered walnut grips. Other numbers on gun are matching with some parts including trigger, takedown lever, and magazine re-numbered to match. Grip safety. Wood bottom magazine with concentric rings. CONDITION: Fine, recent restoration to 97% blue and 90% straw. Light pitting is visible under blue on back of frame, left side of muzzle, and on grip safety. Grips are worn with a few gouges to checkering. Bore is worn and lightly pitted. Magazine has very little wear. Mechanics are fine. 50662-4 BWS (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 3129

3130
$1,552.50

*REPRODUCTION DWM 1916 NAVY LUGER.

SN 3234. Cal. 9mm. 6″ reproduction Navy bbl dated 1916 on sight base. Crown/M proof above full SN on bottom. 1916 date added above chamber. DWM scroll on center toggle link. Reproduction 100/200 meter Navy adjustable sight on rear toggle link. Crown/M proofs added on left receiver. 1916 date added on left frame. Unnumbered checkered walnut grips. Added unit mark “S W II/5” on backstrap. Reproduction Navy magazine has concentric rings, is Crown/M proofed, and has been numbered to match the gun. Numbered parts on gun are matching. CONDITION: Very fine retaining 97% blue and 85% straw. Grips are lightly worn with some chips to checkering. Bore is bright and sharp. Magazine is excellent. Mechanics are fine. 50662-11 BWS (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 3130

3131
$0.00

*◊ RARE KRIEGHOFF SIDE FRAME P CODE COMMERCIAL.

SN P691. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with small Crown/N proof on bottom. “HK/KRIEGHOFF/SUHL” in anchor logo on center toggle link. Eagle/2 proofs on toggle assembly. Partial star stamped on right receiver. Small Crown/N proofs on left receiver and left frame. Left frame is marked “Heinrich Kreighoff/Waffenfabrik/Suhl”. P prefix on SN on front of frame. Numbered parts on gun are matching. Checkered brown plastic grips with border. Brown plastic bottom Swiss magazine with “P” on spine and Swiss Cross proof on plastic bottom. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 95% bright orig blue. Minor fading towards muzzle on sideplate and on rear grip strap. Strawed parts have been reheated to 95%. Right side of magazine release button retains 95% bright fire blue. Grips are bright and sharp. Bore is bright and sharp. Magazine has very little wear. Mechanics are fine. 49828-191 BWS (7,000-14,000) C&R – Lot 3131

3132
$0.00

*◊ SUPER RARE LAST KRIEGHOFF VOPO LUGER SN 75 WITH MATCHING MAGAZINE.

SN 75. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with post-war Eagle/N, Crown/N, and later “9mmP” on bottom. Blank chamber and toggle. “1001” (Ernst Thaelmann manufacturer’s mark) on left receiver. Dark brown plastic VoPo grips with borders and concentric circles. Machined aluminum bottom mag with manufacturers mark on body and matching SN on bottom. One of less than 150 trial Lugers crudely made in 1953 in East Germany using Kriegoff’s production equipment. Crude machine marks on most surfaces. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 98% orig blue with normal wear on sharp edges and corners. Grips have very little wear. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are excellent. Mag is in near new condition. 49828-7 BWS (5,500-7,500) C&R – Lot 3132

3133
$3,162.50

*RARE KRIEGHOFF I SERIES COMMERCIAL LUGER.

SN 5910I. Cal. 7.65mm. 4″ bbl. “DWM” in script marked toggle with “Heinrich Krieghoff/Waffenfabrik/Suhl”. Left side of upper receiver Crown N proof chamber blank. Bbl SN with I series and Crown N. After detailed disassembly, all numbered parts are matching throughout. 2-pc commercial walnut grips numbered to gun with Krieghoff stainless steel unnumbered magazine. Early Krieghoff Lugers were to be sold commercially and were made by DWM. The I series being considered the first legitimate Krieghoff’s. These were manufactured in the mid-1920’s to ’30’s. Krieghoff did not manufacture their own Luger until 1935 and they were for the Luftwaffe. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, with most all blue finish remaining with exception of high points which is to be expected. Most all straw finish remains on levers, trigger and magazine. An exceptionally fine example of a rare pre-war commercial Krieghoff. 51033-53 TDW (2,500-5,000) C&R – Lot 3133

3134
$6,612.50

*◊ DWM 1900 UNRELIEVED SWISS LUGER SN 424.

SN 424. Cal. 7.65 Para. 4-3/4″ bbl with Swiss proof on upper left and full SN on bottom. Front sight blade has been filed down to make it more narrow. Swiss cross in sunburst above chamber. DWM scroll on center toggle link. Dished toggles. Swiss cross proofs on toggle assembly and left receiver. Early style flat safety lever with 90 degree checkering. Numbers on gun are matching, including matching numbered checkered walnut grips. Takedown lever and magazine release button have early style numbering on right side. Grip safety. Unrelieved frame. With proper Swiss wood bottom magazine with steel disks and early flat button. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining 95% Swiss arsenal blue & straw. Blue on back of rear toggle has been touched up. Light corrosion is starting on grip straps. Grips are lightly worn and darkened. There is holster stud indent on right grip. Bore is bright and sharp. Magazine has very little wear. Mechanics are excellent. 49828-20 BWS (7,500-11,500) C&R – Lot 3134

3135
$3,450.00

*BEAUTIFUL DWM 1900 SWISS LUGER.

SN 2522. Cal. 30. 4-3/4″ bbl with Swiss cross proof on left side and full SN on bottom. Swiss cross in sunburst above chamber. DWM scroll on center toggle link. Dished toggles, Swiss proof on rear toggle link. Swiss proofs on left receiver. Matching numbered checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. Relieved frame. Numbers are matching. Proper Swiss wood bottom magazine with steel disks. CONDITION: Excellent retaining 98% bright Swiss Arsenal blue and straw with light wear on corners and a few minor scratches . Some corrosion is starting on bottom of front grip strap. Grips retain orig color and checkering is sharp. Bore is bright and sharp. Magazine has very little wear. Mechanics are excellent. 50662-1 BWS (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 3135

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3136
$0.00

*EXCEPTIONAL MAUSER BANNER 1941 POLICE EAGLE L LUGER & RIG WITH TWO MATCHING MAGAZINES.

SN 495y. Cal. 9mm Parabellum. Extraordinary Mauser Banner Luger, “1941” chamber date, with 4″ bbl, drift adjustable front sight and fixed rear sight. Mauser banner on middle toggle link. Full SN and letter suffix on forward frame with full SN repeated on left receiver. Unnumbered bbl marked with bore diameter. Eagle “L” proof on right side of receiver with sear safety. Fitted with full checkered walnut grips that are unnumbered. Accompanied by two matching numbered magazines in an “A. FISCHER / BERLIN C.2 / 1942″ marked orig black leather holster. The #2 magazine is a “HAENEL SCHMEISSER PATENT” & the other a standard magazine. No takedown tool. A nicer, as issued, WWII German Police Luger rig would be extremely difficult to find. PROVENANCE: Ex Doug Smith Collection. The William Smith Collection. CONDITION: Extraordinarily fine, all matching including two magazines & grips. Approx 98-99% crisp orig salt blue excepting around stock lug where there is a small area of discoloration. Sear safety pin is correctly in-the-white. Grips are very sharply checkered with minimal oil discoloration. Excellent condition magazines with the #1 magazine having been lightly cleaned above the follower button. Near mirror bore. Perfect manual mechanics. Outstanding holster with orig white stitching showing no evidence of repolishing or staining. 50600-6 (6,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 3136

3137
$1,437.50

*RARE 1936 DUTCH MAUSER BANNER LUGER.

SN 2074. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with full SN on bottom. 1936 date above chamber. Mauser banner on center toggle link. Crown/U (Oberndorf) proof on left receiver. “RUST” marked safety. “K.M.” stamped on front grip strap. Mismatched checkered walnut grips. Other numbers on gun are matching down to firing pin. Sideplate is a replacement that has been numbered to match. Magazine has Eagle/655 proof and numbers that do not match. CONDITION: Fine, restored to 98% blue and straw. Scattered areas of pitting are visible under blue. Grips are worn and oil soaked with gouges to checkering. Bore is worn and pitted. Magazine has little wear. Mechanics are fine. 50662-2 BWS (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 3137

3138
$3,220.00

*EXCEPTIONAL 42/41 MAUSER CODE P-08 LUGER AND RIG.

SN 3406O. Cal.9mm. 4″ bbl, blue finish overall with 2-pc checkered walnut grips. Chamber dated “41” with toggle marked “42”, being German code for Mauser. Left side of chamber has full “5406” SN. Right side of chamber has German inspection “Eagle 655”. Frame SN 3406 (o) series. Gun has two FXO Eagle 37 unnumbered aluminum bottomed magazines. With Eagle 655 inspected takedown/loading tool and egr42 hard shell P-08 holster. After detailed disassembly, all numbered parts are matching. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with slight finish loss at muzzle and side of front sight from holster carry. Trigger plate having similar finish loss as well as leading edges of frame. Very bottom of frontstrap and stock lug all have typical holster carry finish loss. Walnut grips are very fine with only slight wear at very bottom edges. Magazines are excellent with most blue finish remaining. Holster has most black finish remaining with just slight wear and good bold white cotton stitching. A very fine Luger rig. 51033-77 TDW (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 3138

3139
$2,012.50

*SUPERB S/42 CODE MAUSER 1937 LUGER.

SN 7912+. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl. A prime example Mauser Code 1937 manufactured P-08 Luger. After detailed disassembly, all numbered parts were found to be matching and in very fine condition. 2-pc checkered walnut grips. Standard 08 pattern with stock lug and matching aluminum based 8-rnd magazine. Blue finish overall and being made by Mauser has no straw components. Comes with second, mismatched but proper, period aluminum based magazine. Nicely German inspected Eagle 63. CONDITION: Very good overall, with mild holster wear at muzzle and bottom of grip. High point of trigger plate has been slightly worn as has backstrap and stock lug. Bore and mechanics are exceptional. A very nice early S/42 Luger. 51033-76 TDW (1,800-2,800) C&R – Lot 3139

3140
$0.00

*EXCEPTIONALLY RARE DWM MODEL 1902 FAT BARREL AMERICAN EAGLE LUGER ATTRIBUTED TO WINCHESTER COLLECTION.

SN 22655. Cal. 9mm. 4″ fat bbl with American Eagle crest over chamber. “DWM” in script over toggle. Old style cocking knobs and latch. SN “226555” in the commercial series with “German” underneath SN. 2-pc checkered walnut grips with inspectors markings inside. Nickel wood based magazine with period markings in script “Cal.9m/m”. Inscribed on left frame flat “W.R.A. Co./10-9-05”. Pattern 02 made without stock lug. Fat bbl variations are extremely uncommon and the likely association with Winchester Repeating Arms Co.Firearms Reference Collection, make this an exceptionally intriguing Luger. CONDITION: As new as restored. Bore and mechanics are exceptional with 100% of straw finish remaining. Rust blue finish overall is exceptional. All markings are crisp and legible. 2-pc walnut grips are very good with moderate wear and slight oil staining towards base. Very fine overall. 51033-66 TDW (10,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 3140

3141
$3,450.00

*EXCEPTIONALLY FINE DWM MODEL 1900 AMERICAN EAGLE LUGER.

SN 13353. Cal. 7.65mm. 4-3/4″ bbl with dovetailed front sight. Toggle assembly is “DWM” marked with old style cocking knobs and old style extractor. American Eagle crest over chamber. Frame serial numbered on front with “Germany” marking underneath for export with bright polish safety position. After detailed disassembly, all numbered parts are matching. 2-pc fine checkered walnut grips are numbered to match. Early pattern made without stock lug. Commercial SN range with approximately 12,000 total production having been produced. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, with most all blue finish remaining. Excellent bore and crisp mechanics. Proper bright internal polish internally with superb straw finish remaining on safety, takedown lever, trigger, mag release, ejector and extractor. Magazine correct unnumbered nickel wooden base commercial magazine. An exceptionally fine example of the 1900 American Eagle with only slight edge wear at muzzle, high points of the frame extension and very bottom of frame. 51033-64 TDW (5,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 3141

3142
$0.00

*◊ RARE 1902 DWM AMERICAN EAGLE “FAT BARREL” LUGER.

SN 23146. Cal. 9 mm. 4″ “Fat Barrel” with “BUG” proofs and full SN on bottom. American Eagle crest above chamber. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. Dished toggles. “BU” proofs on toggle assembly and left receiver. “GERMANY” export marked below SN on front of frame. Numbered parts are matching. Proper 6-point stars on backs of orig unnumbered checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. Wood bottom mag with flaming bomb proof on bottom. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine, retaining 93% orig blue with scattered light corrosion that is turning brown on grip straps and grip safety. Retains 80% orig straw with corrosion. Grips are lightly worn, wood grain is still visible. Bore is worn with light pitting. Mechanics are fine. Mag has little wear and a few minor dings on bottom. 49828-104 BWS (5,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 3142

3143
$0.00

*1900 AMERICAN EAGLE LUGER, CHECKERED SAFETY, MARKED GERMANY.

SN 8098. Cal. 30. Early production M1900 American Eagle Luger made by DWM having a 4-3/4″ bbl with a drift adjustable front sight. Fixed rear sight on rear toggle. Deeply imprinted American eagle over chamber. Correct early breech block and extractor. Dished toggles with anti-bounce lock. Short head checkered safety. Full SN under bbl and forward frame that has also been imprinted with “GERMANY”, typical for exported pistols. Disassembly shows all matching small parts that have been numbered in the usual commercial manner. Checkered wood grips. Left grip is matching; right grip, slightly loose, is unnumbered. Fitted with correct unmarked wood base magazine. PROVENANCE: The William Smith Collection. CONDITION: Approx 50-60% orig blue with considerable fading as might be expected from extended use. Grip straps faded to grey. Comparable condition small parts with most of the straw having faded from the front of the safety lever. Grips with blunted checkering and minor losses. Comparable condition magazine whose body has been lightly cleaned. Worn, dull bore with shallow rifling. Perfect manual mechanics. A nice representative gun for the early collector. 50600-8 (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 3143

3144
$0.00

*DWM 1906 AMERICAN EAGLE LUGER PISTOL 4-3/4″ BARREL.

SN 35979. Cal. 30 Luger. 4-3/4″ bbl with full SN on bottom and period replacement front sight. American Eagle above chamber. DWM scroll on center toggle link. “GERMANY” marked under SN on front of frame. Numbered parts are matching. Un-numbered checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. Proper “GERMANY” marked wood bottom magazine. PROVENANCE: The William Smith Collection. CONDITION: Vintage restoration retaining 90% blue and 20% straw, scattered corrosion and light pitting overall. Grip straps are fading to bare metal. Grips are worn and oil soaked. Magazine is worn and corroded. Bore is worn with light pitting. Mechanics are good. 50600-9 BWS (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 3144

3145
$0.00

*◊ VERY FINE DWM 1900 LUGER IN FANTASTIC TRAVEL CASE.

SN 8522. Cal. 7.65 Para. 4-3/4″ bbl with full SN on bottom. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. Dished toggles. No apparent proofs except for flaming bomb under chamber next to stop lug. “BP” in shield on right frame next to takedown lever. Numbered parts are matching, including checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. Plain wood bottom mag. In an ornate black leather travel case with silver plated fittings, corner reinforcements, and a black oil-cloth covered bottom. Fitted blue velvet interior with extra red plastic bottom 29 Swiss mag, empty box of Gustav Genschow ammo, cleaning rod/oiler, and pin punch. Orig key to case is also included. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 90% blue with corrosion fading to brown light pitting on bbl and grip straps. Retains 60% orig straw with corrosion overall. Grips are lightly worn and oil soaked. Bore is worn with light pitting. Mechanics are fine. Orig mag has light pitting on body and chips on bottom, extra mag has well worn plastic bottom. Ammo box is lightly worn with a tear near the upper right corner. Cleaning rod/oiler and pin punch have little wear. Case is beautiful with minor scuffs on leather and some fading on silver plating. There is a tear in the upper left bottom corner. Velvet interior has light wear and minor stains from pistol and accessories. 49828-81 (8,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 3145

3146
$0.00

*◊ CASED DWM UNRELIEVED 1900 PRESENTATION LUGER SN 525.

SN 525. Cal. 7.65 Para. 4-3/4″ bbl with full SN on bottom. Very ornate monogram above chamber. DWM scroll on center toggle link. Dished toggles. Early safety lever with 90 degree checkering. Early style numbering on right side of takedown lever and magazine release button. No apparent “BUG” proofs. Matching numbered checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. Unrelieved frame, with three orig flat button unrelieved plain wood bottom mags, cleaning rod/oiler, and takedown tool in a green felt lined fitted Luger case with black coated canvas paper exterior. Case has metal fittings and leather carry handle with lock and orig key. The initials “M.F.Z.” are on the lid. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 95% orig blue with light corrosion overall, fading to brown on grip straps. High surface of sideplate is wearing and there is a ding on left frame behind sideplate. Straw has been reheated to 90%. Grips are lightly worn and oil soaked. Bore is sharp with light spotting. Mechanics are very fine. Mags are excellent with scattered corrosion on bodies. Rod/oiler and takedown tool have very little wear (handle is a replacement). Case is in beautiful condition, with very little external wear. Interior is stained and worn from normal use. 49828-23 BWS (10,000-13,000) C&R – Lot 3146

3147
$0.00

*FANTASTIC AND AUTHENTIC GERMAN DEATH’S HEAD LUGER WITH ORIGINAL DEATH’S HEAD EMBOSSED HOLSTER.

SN 6745H. Cal. 9mm. Orig Death’s head Luger with holster as brought back. This gun was originally a “DWM” Imperial proof gun with crown over “N” proofs which was taken into SS service prior to 1941. The SS had great difficulty procuring ordnance equipment through normal channels prior to the invasion of Russia. It was their practice to acquire appropriate guns and parts where ever they could, scrub some of the markings, and mark them for their own service. Death’s head clearly visible above chamber with orig proofs as noted. Mag numbered 4701 does not match, nor do grip panels, otherwise numbers appear matching on frame, bbl, take down plate, take down latch, safety, toggle and extractor. Accompanying leather holster is also a period re-work with re-positioned belt loops and fastener and sports an orig Death’s head embossed on the outside of the flap. Illegible ink marking on inside of top flap with only partially legible makers mark on back of holster “NEU-ULM” with logo more clearly visible. CONDITION: Overall appearance and finish fine, orig condition as captured with about 75% finish thinning to a pleasing gray patina and wear to bare metal at the high points, 30% or less of straw remaining almost exclusively in protected areas. Grips show wear to the checkering and all too typical chip missing below the safety. Bore is shiny and bright, worn lands with some light pitting. Leather holster is good to very good with solid stitching and completely serviceable starting to wrinkle and just beginning to flake. Truly authentic examples of this kind are seldom found and any shortcomings anyone could perceive with the condition are far outweighed by the scarcity of this specimen. Death’s head marking is haunting to any observer. 50821-9 JWK66 (8,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 3147

3148
$0.00

*◊ EXTREMELY RARE TURKISH ARMY OFFICER MAUSER LUGER WITH MATCHING MAGAZINE.

SN 2061. Cal. 9 mm. 4″ bbl with Eagle/63 proof and four digit SN on bottom. Crown/U proof on front of sight base. 1936 date above chamber. Early small 9 stave Mauser banner logo on center toggle link. Tiny Eagle/63 proof on back of frame. Crescent Moon with Star, “TC”, “Subaylara/mahsustur” (officer’s property) on right receiver, with tiny Eagle/63 proof in center. Crown/U proof on left receiver. Eagle/63 proof on stop lug. Numbers on gun are matching down to the firing pin. Eagle/63 proof on right frame next to takedown lever. Checkered walnut grips are unnumbered. Orig matching numbered mag has aluminum bottom and Eagle/63 proof. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Fine, retaining 80% orig blue with most surfaces turning brown with corrosion and/or light pitting. 25% orig straw is visible. Grips are worn and oil soaked dark. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are fine. Mag has normal wear and a few spots of pitting on body, aluminum bottom is excellent. 49828-42 (15,000-20,000) C&R – Lot 3148

3149
$0.00

*◊ SUPER RARE MAUSER TURKISH SECURITY POLICE LUGER SN 128.

SN 128. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with full SN and Eagle/63 proof on bottom. Turkish “TC” crest above chamber. Early small 9 staved Mauser banner logo on center toggle link. Crown/U on breech block. “Emniyet Isleri / Umum Mudurlugu” (Directorate of Public Security) next to Eagle/63 proof on right receiver. Left checkered walnut grip is unnumbered, right grip doesn’t match. Eagle/63 proof on right frame next to takedown lever. Plain aluminum bottom mag. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very good, retaining 60% orig blue that is fading and/or corroding to brown overall. Strawed parts are corroding with 25% orig straw still visible. Grips are worn and oil soaked black. Bore is worn with frosting. Mechanics are good. Mag has light corrosion overall. 49828-9 BWS (5,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 3149

3150
$8,625.00

*◊ SUPER RARE FIXED SIGHT CHILEAN PROTOTYPE LUGER WITH PUSH BUTTON STOCK.

SN 10012. Cal. 7.65 Para. 7″ bbl with “BUG” proofs and full SN on bottom. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. Dished toggles. Fixed rear sight. “BU” proofs on toggle assembly and left receiver. Flaming bomb proof in front of frame as well. Chilean prototype range SN on front of frame. Numbers on gun are matching including checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. Plain wood bottom mag. With push button walnut stock that has large font numbers stamped on left side near lug that match the gun. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, restored to 97% blue and 90% straw with normal wear on edges and corners. Grips are lightly worn with visible wood grain. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are fine. Mag has minor dings on wood bottom. Stock is in similar condition. 49828-90 BWS (10,000-20,000) C&R – Lot 3150

3151
$6,900.00

*◊ RARE CASED VENEZUELAN 1906 COMMERCIAL LUGER.

SN 33780. Cal. 7.65 Para. 4-3/4″ bbl with “BUG” proofs and full SN on bottom. Venezuelan crest above chamber. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. “BU” proofs on toggle assembly and left receiver. Numbers on gun are matching, including on checkered walnut grips. Takedown lever appears to be later matching replacement. Grip safety. With three proper plain wood bottom mags, takedown tool, and box of proper era Gustav Genschow ammo (empty), in a maroon velvet lined fitted black leatherette case with metal fittings and leather carry handle. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 97% orig blue with areas of light pitting near muzzle, on sideplate, and on grip safety & grip strap. 80% orig straw with touch-up to takedown lever and safety lever. Grips are lightly worn and oil soaked. Bore is worn with pitting. Mechanics are fine. Mags have normal light wear. Takedown tool is excellent. Ammo box is beautiful with bright color and little wear. Interior of case has normal wear and staining from pistol and accessories. Exterior has light wear and leather handle has come off. Leatherette is worn through on corners. 49828-116 BWS (7,500-15,000) C&R – Lot 3151

3152
$0.00

*◊ RARE 4″ PERSIAN LUGER WITH MATCHING MAGAZINE AND WOOD CASE.

SN 1054. Cal. 9 mm. 4″ bbl with full SN on bottom. Persian crest above chamber, Farsi writing on center toggle link and right receiver. Oberndorf Crown/U proof on left receiver. Extractor and safety are marked in Farsi. Numbers on gun are matching in Farsi down to the toggle pin and firing pin. Checkered walnut grips are unnumbered. Orig mag has matching numbers in Farsi. In a Farsi marked wood box that appears to be an orig Persian military box for this gun, shipping labels from Lufthansa cargo are on bottom, lid is missing. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 90% orig blue with most wear on grip straps that are fading to light brown pitting. Retains 70% orig straw with corrosion overall. Grips are sharp and oil soaked. Bore is bright and sharp. Mag has minor dings and scratches. Mechanics are fine. Orig box is solid with some chips on sharp edges. 49828-34 BWS (7,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 3152

3153
$5,175.00

*RARE PERSIAN MAUSER 4″ LUGER RIG.

SN 3518. Cal. 9mm. SN “1903” with Crown U proof on left side of receiver. Full SN on front of receiver in Farsi and left side of chamber. Pahlavi crowned lion crest above chamber. Farsi script on center toggle link “Parabellum Short Model 1314”, (in Farsi 1314 being a Gregorian year 1935), next to a Persian proof on right side of receiver. Left side of receiver has a horizontal Crown U proof next to a full SN in Farsi. Upper safe position and extractor are marked “Safe and Loaded” in Farsi. All numbered parts on gun are matching in Farsi. Checkered walnut grips, proper Persian aluminum bottom magazine with matching numbers in Farsi. Accompanying this gun is the Persian pattern holster and spare magazine both numbered and matching in Farsi. CONDITION: Very fine, with typical light holster wear at muzzle, high points of trigger plate, and front edges of frame. Several very small scratches on backstrap above stock lug. Grips are excellent with light wear at bases and more than half of the period straw finish remains on trigger, levers and magazine release. An exceptional Persian rig. 51033-68 TDW (4,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 3153

3154
$3,162.50

*◊ EXTRAORDINARY CASED 1906 FRENCH LUGER WITH ACCESSORIES.

SN 29535. Cal. 7.65 Para. 4-3/4″ bbl marked “Manufacture francaise d’Armes & Cycles de Saint-Etienne” on top, and “BUG” proofs and full SN on bottom. “DWM” scroll on center toggle link. “BU” proofs on toggle assembly, and left receiver. Numbers on gun are matching, including checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. In an orig fitted mahogany case, with red velvet lining. Compartments for 2 wood bottom mags, a Vaseline tin, cleaning rod/oiler, and takedown tool. Compartment for ammo is empty. Inside lid is gold embossed “MANUFRANCE/SAINT-ETIENNE/LOIRE”. Box has brass fittings and hinges. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 95% blue and straw, with light corrosion overall. Grips are sharp with visible wood grain. Bore is worn with light pitting. Mechanics are fine. Mags have pitting on bodies, wood bottom on extra mag is worn down. Vaseline tin has light corrosion and proper patina for age. Rod/oiler, and takedown tool are excellent. Box has normal wear on exterior with scuffs and minor chips on edges and corners. Red velvet interior is bright with indentations and oil stains from gun and accessories. 49828-110 (3,500-7,500) C&R – Lot 3154

3155
$4,370.00

*◊ VERY RARE 1900 BULGARIAN LUGER SN 20001 IN CASE.

SN 20001. Cal. 7.65 Para. 4-3/4″ bbl with non-matching SN on bottom. This gun is SN 20001, possibly the first 1900 Bulgarian made. Most of these guns were later re-barreled to 9mm as probably happened to this gun. This bbl is a proper 1900 Bulgarian bbl SN 20941 (from one of the last 1900 Bulgarians) that returns it to the proper Cal. 7.65 configuration. Bulgarian crest above chamber. DWM scroll on center toggle link. Dished toggles. Cyrillic marked safety. Matching numbered checkered walnut grips. Proper plain wood bottom magazine. In a vintage fitted brown leather Luger case with leather handle and brass lock with a red felt interior. Inside lid has a leather label “La Portena America y Cuchilleria Casa Introductora Fundada en 1857 de Juan Canedo 611 Rivadavia 611 Buenos Aires and Unico Agente de las renombradas Escopetas y Revolveres de P. Webley & Son Birmingham”. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very good. Retains 60% orig blue and 30% orig straw with fading, corrosion, and areas of light pitting overall. Grips are lightly worn with visible wood grain. Bore is sharp with light corrosion. Magazine has chips in bottom. Mechanics are good. Leather on case retains orig color with many dents and some minor scuffs. Interior is lightly worn with some small pieces of felt missing. 49828-100 BWS (5,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 3155

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3156
$1,725.00

*RARE BOLIVIAN LUGER.

SN 52512. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with full SN on bottom, Bolivian crest above chamber. “CARCADO” marked extractor. DWM scroll on center toggle link. “EJERCITO De BOLIVIA” on right frame rail. “SEGURO” marked safety. No holdopen. Checkered walnut grips. Portuguese wood bottom magazine with triangle in circle proof. CONDITION: Fine. Vintage restoration retaining 90% blue and straw. Scattered light corrosion, rear grip strap is worn down to metal with light pitting. Grips are lightly worn and the right grip has an indent from the stud on holster. Bore is worn with light pitting. Magazine body has scattered corrosion and there is light wear on wood bottom. Mechanics are fine. 50662-3 BWS (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 3156

3157
$1,552.50

*TOTENKOPF DWM 1917 LUGER.

SN 479. Cal. 9mm. 4″ bbl with full SN on bottom. Contemporary looking Totenkopf (Death’s head) above 1917 date above chamber. DWM scroll on center toggle link. Imperial proofs on right receiver. Matching numbered walnut grips. Parts on gun are matching down to firing pin. Wood bottom magazine has been re-numbered to match. CONDITION: Retains about 85% orig blue and 40% orig straw with corrosion and fading overall. Grips are lightly worn with visible wood grain. Bore is lightly corroded. Magazine body has scattered pitting and bottom is lightly worn. Mechanics are fine. 50662-13 BWS (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 3157

3158
$2,300.00

*1900 DWM COMMERCIAL LUGER.

SN 4918. Cal. 30 Luger. 4-3/4″ bbl with BUG proofs above full SN on bottom. Blank chamber DWM scroll on center toggle link. Dished toggles. BU proofs on toggle assembly and left receiver. “GERMANY” export marked on front of frame below SN. Matching numbered checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. Proper wood bottom magazine. Numbered parts on gun are matching. CONDITION: Very fine retaining 95% orig blue and straw. Front grip strap and trigger guard are fading with light pitting starting. Frame has a few scattered spots of light corrosion. Bore is bright and sharp. Grips are lightly worn and oil soaked. Magazine has little wear. Mechanics are fine. 50662-7 BWS (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 3158

3159
$0.00

*FANTASTIC BENKE/THIEMANN STOCKED LUGER 1923 COMMERCIAL.

SN 86848. Cal. 30 Luger. 4″ bbl with Crown/N proof above full SN on bottom. DEM scroll on center toggling. Crown/N proof on left receiver. “GERMANY” export marked below SN on front of frame. Proper wood bottom magazine. Fitted with a beautiful BENKE/THIEMANN folding stock that replaces orig grips. Stock is marked “PATENT BENKE/THIEMANN D.R.P.u.A.P.” on left side. Right side of stock has SN 000016. CONDITION: Excellent. Gun retains 98% orig bright blue and 95% orig bright straw. Very minor wear on sharp edges and corners. Bore is bright and sharp. Magazine is excellent with little wear. Stock has been restored to 98% bright blue. Mechanics are excellent. 50754-6 BWS (18,000-25,000) C&R – Lot 3159

3160
$9,775.00

VERY RARE BENKE THIEMANN SHOULDER STOCK FOR LUGER.

SN NSN. Pressed metal, folding stock marked “PATENT BENKE/THIEMANN D.R.P.u.A.P.” on left side. Right side has SN 000206. Designed to replace the orig grips on a Luger and fold out into a shoulder stock. Only a few hundred were made, and very few are known to exist. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Very fine, retaining 90% orig black finish with normal wear on edges and corners, and a few areas of corrosion and light pitting. Mechanics are fine. 49828-199 BWS (10,000-14,000) – Lot 3160

3161
$9,775.00

*◊ EXTREMELY RARE CASED KARL NEDBAL 45 CALIBER LUGER.

SN 140449. Cal. 45ACP. Blank chamber, blank toggle, “NK” on back of rear toggle link. “NK” under SN on front of frame. “PDT” on bottom of receiver. Full SN also appears under receiver in front of stop lug. Small “8” assembly numbers on many parts including checkered walnut grips. Grip safety. Two machined aluminum .45 cal mags with wood bottoms. In a fitted walnut case with maroon velvet interior having brass fittings and orig key. One of very few .45 Lugers custom made by Karl Nedbal who opened his shop in 1990. PROVENANCE: The Friedrich-Wilhelm Dauphin Collection, Germany. CONDITION: Excellent, gun is in the white with very little wear. Extractor and grip screws have bright fire blue. Small parts have dull straw. Grips are sharp and retain orig color with beautiful wood grain. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are excellent. Mags have very little wear. Case is in excellent condition with very little external wear. Interior has typical oil stains from gun and extra mag. 49828-146 BWS (12,000-18,000) – Lot 3161

3162
$2,587.50

*SCARCE KRIEGSMARINE MAUSER HSC.

SN 735181. Cal. 7.65 MM. 3-3/4″ bbl. Checkered walnut grips. Matching SN’s throughout. Prominently marked with German Kriegsmarine property marks on front strap. Gun was post-war issued to Norwegian Police and so marked on slide. CONDITION: Exceptional overall, with most all orig blue remaining with exception of minor finish loss on front strap and leading edges of slide from holster carry. Slide and frame both numbered “5203” as a Norwegian Police inventory number. Has proper military non-marked mag. Mechanics and bore are excellent. 50597-1 TDW (400-1,000) C&R – Lot 3162

3163
$0.00

*SPECTACULAR WALTHER PPK, CALIBER 6.35MM (.25 ACP).

SN 778499. Cal. 6.35 mm. Stunning, near new, Walther PPK with high polish salt blue in the super rare 6.35 caliber. Standard configuration PPK with 3.25″ bbl having fixed front and rear sights separated by matted rib. Left side of slide with 90 degree safety marked with Walther banner followed by 2-line inscription that includes “Cal. 6.35 m/m” suffixed by “Mod. PPK”. Crown N proofing on right side of bbl hood and right side of slide. Full SN on right frame, vertically oriented behind trigger. Single piece mottled brown wrap-around grip secured with a single transverse screw. Slide disassembly shows a matching hand inscribed “499”. Correct unmarked magazine with 7 indicator holes on right side and internal sleeve for the smaller 6.35 mm cartridge. CONDITION: Better than 99% bright orig salt blue with only the most minute sharp edge wear at the muzzle and a tiny fleck of wear at the top of the frontstrap. Comparable condition grip that shows no cracks under the rear tang or around the grip screw escutcheons. Mirror bore. Perfect manual mechanics. It would be virtually impossible to improve upon this all original, super condition pistol! 51069-1 LMA (19,000-25,000) – Lot 3163

3164
$0.00

*INCREDIBLY SCARCE AND AUTHENTIC LUFTWAFFE ISSUE WALTHER PPK.

SN 213908K. Cal. 7.65mm. This is a pre 1940 crown over “N” proofed PPK probably purchased by military procurement office from Guns on hand at distributors in keeping with policies put in place after WWI. This particular specimen hand stamped “N.11. Fl. H. Kdtr. Mhm.” which indicates Nummer 11 Flughafenbereichkommandanturen Mannheim, which translates to “Number 11, airfield area command Mannheim”. This was part of a permanent fixed base system that handled supply and administrative tasks. Aside from this marking this is a typical pre-war commercial Walther PPK with attractive brown grips and Walther banner mag with matching brown finger extension. CONDITION: Extremely fine high lustrous commercial finish with some high edge wear near muzzle and the front end of the slide as it typical with finish thinning to gray patina along the bore line noticeable on the right side. Grips appear undamaged. Safety is a gray patina. Bore is shiny and bright with some frosting. This is a great opportunity to acquire a fine pre-war Walther PPK with a particularly special & desirable set of markings. 50821-10 JWK67 (4,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 3164

3165
$17,250.00

STERLING SILVER SALVER GIVEN BY JOACHIM VON RIBBENTROP TO HEINRICH HIMMLER, CHRISTMAS 1940.

Large round silver platter measures 17-3/8″ in diameter and 2-1/4″ in height, weighing about 48 troy ounces. “SS RUNES” decorates the obverse upper lip in 1-3/8″ characters. The reverse rim “MEINEM FREUNDE HEINRICH HIMMLER” on opposite edge is facsimile of Ribbentrop’s signature, about 5″ across and beneath the signature is “WEIHNACHTEN 1940”. Makers mark “H.J.WILM / BERLIN” is found on base as well as “925” marking. This salver is illustrated on two full color pages in World War II German War Booty – A study in Photographs, Thomas M. Johnson, 2003, pgs 276 & 277. Accompanying lot is a signed affidavit from Dan Lane of Dallas, TX who stated “As a special agent in counterintelligence, U.S. Forces, while on assignment in Bavaria looking for high German officials wanted for questioning in connection with war crimes and the whereabouts of Hitler, Himmler, and other top Nazi leaders, I made a special trip to Himmler’s hunting lodge. This lodge was located in the mountains some 30 miles southwest of Tegernsee in Bavaria. After a thorough search of the lodge itself I discovered these personal items of Himmler hidden away behind a concealed movable panel in the large study of the lodge…” PROVENANCE: Dan Lane, Dallas, TX, 1945; War Museum of History, Mike A. Giles, Grand Prairie, TX, 1974; Thomas Pooler Collection. CONDITION: Excellent. 50658-1 JS (15,000-25,000) – Lot 3165

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3166
$16,675.00

STERLING SILVER TRAY GIVEN TO EVA BRAUN BY ADOLPH HITLER, CHRISTMAS 1943, WITH OUTSTANDING PROVENANCE.

This tray was recovered by one of the orig “Monuments Men”, Charles R. Sattgast. Sattgast took leave from his job as President of Bemidji State University in Minnesota and was inducted as a Captain in the Specialist Reserve Military Government, US Army, September 14, 1943. He stayed in service until June 1, 1946. Accompanying are copies of archives of papers, including service records and a 1959 Minneapolis newspaper article showing him with the tray and other souvenirs including Herman Goering’s hat and holding a German pistol that he took from a German officer he killed, which is still retained by his grandson. Captain Sattgast wrote a letter to a New York art dealer April 2, 1951 while back in Bemidji as President of University (a position which he held until his death in 1964) “I am in possession of a large silver tray which I took from the apartment of Eva Braun. It was in the Fishorn Castle at Bruck near Zell-in-See in Land, Salzburg. This tray was given to her by Adolph Hitler as a Christmas present for 1943. It has engraved in German and in block letters – Christmas 1943 Heartiest Greetings – and then below, engraved in script, the signature of Adolph Hitler. When I obtained the tray I received permission from the U. S. Army to ship it home as a souvenir.” Tray is just over 21″ long, 14″ wide and height of handles is about 4″. Inscribed on inside top lip “WEIHNACHTEN 1943 HERZLICHST” followed by facsimile of Hilter’s signature, all in a 6-1/2″ panel. Tray weighs just over 68 troy ounces and has sterling hallmarks, possibly Hermann Behrnd, Dresden. PROVENANCE: Charles R. Sattgast, Monuments, Fine Arts & Archives Corps, 1945; Morris Sattgast, son, 1964; Charlie Sattgast, grandson, 2016. CONDITION: Fine overall. Several small dents and scratches. Inscription and makers mark are excellent. 50771-1 JS (15,000-25,000) – Lot 3166

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3167
$230.00

SPECIAL ST. JUDE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL LOT.

This lot consists of twelve past Julia auction firearm catalogs, together with their prices realized list. These catalogs serve as a valuable reference source. We regularly sell our past auction catalogs to collectors and dealers alike for that purpose. Please also note: The entire proceeds of this lot (to include the buyer’s premium), shall be donated to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital. St. Jude’s is one of the finest hospitals in North America today for the research and care of children afflicted with cancer. We hope that you will consider competing on this lot, we consider it to be an extremely worthwhile cause and we have dedicated ourselves to include similar lots in every single one of our auctions, the proceeds of which will be donated to St. Jude’s. Thank you for your participation. CONDITION: Very Good. 50209-9 (300-500) – Lot 3167

3168
$14,950.00

*VERY FINE J. PURDEY HAMMERLESS SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK UNDERLEVER DOUBLE RIFLE.

SN 17340. (1901) Cal. 9.3X74R. This scarce rifle with fewer than 450 hammerless rifles produced, was originally made for the 400/360 Purdey, and subsequently converted to 9.3 x 74R. It has 26″ chopper lump bbls fitted with full length partially file cut rib. Central portion is engraved with Purdey name and Audley House address, and Whitworth steel information. A windage adjustable one standing, one folding leaf express rear sight is dovetailed through, and front portion is cut away forming slight ramp holding tall silver bead. A sight protector, SNed to this gun, is in place. Rear portion of rib has been drilled and tapped for scope mounts. Front base is still in place. Bbl flats are stamped with orig London nitro proofs for 40 grains of cordite and 300 grain bullet, as well as 1990 London re-proofs for 93X74, along with importers initials and address (“WRA Bozeman. MT”). SNs are stamped on bottoms of bbls along with “G.A” (head bbl maker G. Aston). Tube nos “1550” and “1551” are on loop. A sling loop is soldered to bottom of rib. Case hardened, sidelock, self-opening, Beesley patent action with reinforcing bolsters and spring loaded Jones underlever features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold) which is fitted with pivoting bolt with BOLTED in gold. Rifle also features third fastener, side clips, bushed strikers, engraved arrow tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with classic, well cut, Purdey house style rose and scroll. “J. Purdey & Sons” is at the bottom of each lockplate. Top strap is engraved “Patent”. Bottom of action is engraved “Purdeys” “Patent”. Scroll engraved trigger guard has SN on tang, which extends to engraved steel grip cap. Lightly figured and marbled, dense, European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over Silver type pad. A sling loop matching that on bbl, and a silver oval engraved “H.G.H.” are on toe line. Matching splinter forend with Anson release, is stamped with actioners initials “WN” (Wesley Nobbs). Drop at heel: approx 2-11/16″, drop at comb: approx 2″. Cast: approx 1/4″ on. Weight: 9 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain 80 – 85% what appears to be orig blue, thinning from normal hand wear, with a few splotches and marks. Action and lockplates retain over 80% of what appears to be their orig case hardening color, silvered on edges and beads. Stocks retain nearly all of an old oil refinish, sharp edges preserved, with a number of subsequent marks and scratches. Pins, grip cap, and triggers re-blued. Pad is new. Bores are very fine to excellent, shiny, strong rifling throughout, with a hint of erosion at breech ends. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Drop is good. A fine old Purdey rifle in a highly regarded, obtainable caliber. 51065-1 MGM280 (8,000-14,000) C&R – Lot 3168

3169
$17,250.00

EXCEPTIONALLY RARE PURDEY BASTIN SLIDE ACTION PINFIRE DOUBLE RIFLE WITH MAHOGANY CASE.

SN 6756. Cal. 20 ga. This is an exceptionally rare rifle with only 27 slide action guns found in Purdey’s records, 6 of which are rifles. Patrick Unsworth in his book THE EARLY PURDEYS relates that only 4 slide action weapons are known to exist, 2 shotguns and 2 rifles. This particular rifle makes the third rifle known. The slide action locking system is quite similar to that used in the Borchardt and Luger, being toggles. In this instance the toggle is retained in closed position by snap catch at end of long forward hinging lever. It is interesting to note that the tops of the pinfire hammers have holes drilled up through tips to catch the cartridge pins while bbls are being slid forward, and act as extractors. This rifle has 30″ fine Damascus bbls with raised flat rib, file cut at rear behind three folding leaf express sight and at muzzle behind steel bead front. Top of rib is engraved “J. Purdey. 314 1/2 Oxford Street, London.” Bottoms of bbls are stamped with “JP”. SN is on slide. Sling eye is attached to square block on bottom of bbls. Pinfire action has large steel housing for toggle slide system. Peninsula back action locks with rear sliding safety bolts are mounted with tall flat bodied serpentine pinfire hammers. Action and locks are engraved with very well cut shaded open medium sized scroll. “Purdey” is in small letters on each lockplate. Hammers have stylized dolphin heads. Engraved steel trigger guard with checkered spur grip extension, has SN on rear portion of tang. Lightly streaked and figured dense European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over checkered steel buttplate, engraved “Charge” “2-1/2 dms no. 6. Powder”. Stock features classic flat top checkering with mullered borders, beaded shadow line thin Purdey style cheekpiece, and a vacant small silver oval and sling eye on toe line. Drop at heel: Approx 2-1/4″, drop at comb: Approx 1-1/2″. Weight: 9 lbs. 2 oz. LOP 14-1/4″. Mahogany case with pivoting hook latches and inlet circular D-ring handle on lid, is lined in purple cloth with blue printed Purdey label on lid. Case contains Hawksley 12-ga horn handled chamber brush with brass cover; round plated oil bottle marked “Made in England”; another plated oil bottle marked “G & J W Hawksley”; 2 ebony handled turnscrews; M. Marsh 2-pc brass and ebony cleaning rod; homemade paper case trimmer using an old cutter; and a rosewood handled case reamer; 23 trimmed pinfire cases by RWS and 2 Eley Bros pinfire cases marked “gas tight”, along with one loaded pinfire cartridge, cleaning mop and jag, and extra Edwardian vintage paper Purdey label. CONDITION: Very fine as partially restored. Bbls retain nearly all of a very fine chocolate re-brown with excellent definition to pattern. Action retains traces of its orig case hardening color, in protected areas. The balance being a very pleasing bright to matte silver. Lockplates and hammers retain a considerable amount of their orig case hardening color, which has thinned and silvered at normal wear points, and is fairly vivid where protected. Stock retains most of its orig oil finish, a bit dry, with numerous marks and minor dings from handling and use. Checkering is slightly worn, and has not been re-cut, except for small area on right side of grip, where it appears dent has been removed. Trigger guard retains a considerable amount of its bright blue, but is mostly silver, as is buttplate. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny, with strong rifling throughout. Action is tight. Locks are crisp. Safeties work. Exterior finish of case is fine with a few minor marks and 4″ crack in lid at left rear. Case has been re-lined, cloth is excellent. Original Purdey label is slightly foxed with some chips and cracks and 3 small areas rubbed through. Turnscrews and cleaning rod, as well as shortened cartridges are as new. Other accessories are fine. 50754-4 MGM139 (14,000-20,000) – Lot 3169

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3170
$103,500.00

MASSIVE FOUR BORE HOLLAND & HOLLAND HAMMER DOUBLE RIFLE WITH CASE AND ACCESSORIES.

SN 7055. Cal. 4 Bore. 24″ Dovetailed steel bbls are fitted with full length rib with dolls head extension. Portion behind single standing leaf express rear sight, is file cut. Center portion of rib has been cutaway and rises slightly forming front ramp holding small porcelain bead with large flip-up night bead. Tops of bbls are engraved “Holland & Holland. 98. New Bond Street.” and “Winners of All The Field Rifle Trials London.” Bottoms of bbls are stamped with London black powder proofs for 6 bore, 4 bore chambers, and with powder charge of 328 grains, as well as SN. A large sling eye is soldered to bottom rib. Very large (3-1/4″ across breech face), case hardened, round bodied, Jones underlever action has top strap which extends over comb and is fitted with peninsula back locks having round bodied non-rebounding serpentine hammers with dolphin heads and tall spurs. Action and locks are engraved with 80% coverage nicely cut small scroll. Right side of action is engraved with makers name, as are tops of lockplates. Left side of action is engraved “CHARGE 12 TO 14 DRAMS CASE 3-1/2 INCHES”. Blued trigger guard has SN on tang, which extends to large horn grip cap. Finely marbled, dense European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14″ over Silver pad, and features classic shadow line right hand cheekpiece with bead, and squared point pattern checkering with mullered borders at grip. Registration numbers “5” over “1482” are stamped on toe line behind grip cap. This area is also fitted with a sling eye matching that on bbl, and a vacant silver oval. Large matching splinter forend has forward pivoting lever release. Drop at heel: approx 3-3/16″, drop at comb: approx 2″. Cast: approx 3/8″ off. Weight: 22 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14″. High quality gray leather case is lined in charcoal velvet, and is nicely semi french fitted for some high quality brass accessories, including brass ball mold, 2 pieces of 3-pc brass and rosewood cleaning rod, steel wad punch, pewter oil bottle, brass snap caps, H&H marked rectangular large oil bottle, and six turned brass cartridge cases. Also included are the working ends of three turnscrews and striker key. Covered compartment holds pull-through cleaning brushes and nutcracker type ball mold. CONDITION: Excellent, near new, as completely reconditioned, most likely by factory, with only a very few light handling and assembly marks in all fine finishes on wood and metal. Bores are excellent with a hint of frosting in right bbl. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Locks are crisp. Case leather is excellent, with some minor rubs. Interior cloth is excellent with some light compressions. Accessories are excellent. This superb big bore rifle balances and handles quite well. 50943-1 MGM270 (45,000-75,000) – Lot 3170

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3171
$40,250.00

VERY FINE HOLLAND & HOLLAND 8 BORE HAMMER DOUBLE RIFLE,PROBABLY MADE FOR LORD DELAMERE OF KENYA FAME, WITH CASE.

SN 11326. Cal. 8 bore. 3-1/4″ Chambers. 24″ Dovetailed steel bbls. This fine, well balanced rifle was made in 1887 with customers name “Delamere” noted in factory ledger. 1887 is the year that the 2nd Baron Delamere died, and the now famous 3rd Lord, inherited. Lord Delamere (3rd) did not move to Kenya until 1899. Did he have dreams of Africa at the time of his inheritance and order this rifle? Bbls are fitted with a perfect combination of raised, flat, full length matted rib, holding single express rear sight and silver bead front with large flip-up “moon” bead. Bbls have dolls head rib extension and a large sling eye is soldered to bottom of bbls. Bbl flats are stamped with London black powder proofs for .820, subsequent Birmingham nitro proofs, and “8 BORE 3.250″” “220 Large GRs BLACK POWDER” “1150 GRs BULLET”. SN is stamped on heavy splinter. Round bodied Jones underlever action with top strap that extends over comb in typical “best” H&H fashion, is fitted with peninsula rebounding back locks with round bodied serpentine hammers having dolphin heads. Action and locks are engraved with about 60% coverage large foliate scroll. “Holland & Holland” is engraved on each lockplate. Trigger guard has SN on tang which extends to scroll engraved steel grip cap. Dark and dense, nicely streaked European walnut buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over Silver type pad, and features shadow line right hand cheekpiece. A vacant silver oval and large sling eye, matching that on bbl, are on toe line. Matching splinter forend has pivoting lever release. Drop at heel: approx 2-7/8″, drop at comb: approx 2″. Weight: 16 lbs. 1 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. High quality leather case with heavy canvas leather trimmed outer cover, is lined in burgundy cloth, and has reproduction paper Holland & Holland label in lid. Accessories include a pair of snap caps, round oil bottle, 3 horn handled turnscrews, assorted cleaning equipment, and a braided leather sling. PROVENANCE: Import papers for this rifle dated 1983. Copy of factory ledger page. CONDITION: Very fine, as partially refinished. Bbls retain essentially all of a London quality re-black. Other metal parts retain 20 – 30% orig case hardening color, which is quite strong where protected. Stocks retain nearly all of a hand rubbed oil finish, with a few light handling marks. Checkering is re-cut and fairly sharp. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny throughout with a few scattered very light pits. Action is tight. Bbls are very slightly off face. Locks are crisp. Case is excellent, near new. Outer cover has some rubs. Label is excellent. Interior cloth has some rubs and marks. Accessories are excellent. A superb large bore double that handles exceptionally well. 49958-20 MGM1 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 3171

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3172
$51,750.00

HOLLAND & HOLLAND 8 BORE HAMMER DOUBLE RIFLE, MADE FOR A “NAWAB”, WITH CASE.

SN 8862. Cal. 8 Bore. .838 Groove diameter. Multi groove Enfield type rifling. 3-1/4″ (?) Chambers. 24-1/4″ Dovetailed steel bbls are fitted with full length rib holding one standing, two folding leaf express rear, and steel bead with flip-up “moon” bead front sights. Rear portion of rib is file cut, and has large dolls head extension. Tops of bbls are engraved with H&H 98 New Bond Street address, and Field rifle trial information. Bbl flats are stamped with London black powder proofs for 8 bore. Assembly number “H294” is on bottom of right bbl, and SNs are on bottom of each bbl. Round bodied Jones underlever action with extended top strap is fitted with peninsula rebounding back locks having flat faced serpentine hammers with dolphin heads. Action and locks are engraved with 80% coverage well cut small scroll. “Holland & Holland” is on each lockplate. Steel trigger guard has SN on tang which extends to engraved steel grip cap. Finely streaked and nicely figured European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 13-7/8″ over Silver type pad, and features standard flat top checkering, shadow line right hand cheekpiece, as well as a vacant silver oval and a sling eye, matching that on bbl, on toe line. Matching splinter forend has pivoting lever release. Drop at heel: approx 3-1/16″, drop at comb: approx 1-15/16″. Weight: 17 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 13-7/8″. Old, possibly orig, leather case with round central brass medallion on top, is lined in burgundy cloth, and has reproduction paper H&H label in lid. Case contains H&H marked striker key, mainspring vice, 12 bore chamber brush, 5 brass 8-bore cases, steel wad punch, assortment of lead bullets, and a pair of captive hook sling swivels. PROVENANCE: Factory letter regarding this rifle, and a copy of the ledger page. CONDITION: Good, as partially refinished. Bbls retain nearly all of a well done re-black. Action and locks retain traces of orig case hardening color where protected, but are mostly silver gray. Stocks retain nearly all of an old oil refinish, sharp edges slightly rounded. Grip checkering does not appear to have been re-cut. Forend checkering has been freshened. Bores are excellent, shiny, with strong rifling throughout, with a few scattered light pits. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Locks are crisp. Case leather is very dark, has been conserved, with some subsequent rubs and fly specking. Older straps and handle are good. Renewed interior cloth is excellent, as is reproduction label. Accessories are good to excellent. A fine, undoubtedly shootable, big bore. 49958-18 MGM2 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 3172

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3173
$74,750.00

VERY FINE HOLLAND & HOLLAND 8 BORE HAMMER DOUBLE PARADOX WITH CASE.

SN 15063. Cal. 8 bore. 3-1/4″ (?) Chambers. 26″ Dovetailed steel bbls are fitted with slightly raised, flat, full length rib, holding single express rear sight and silver bead front with flip-up “moon” bead. Rear portion of rib is file cut, and has dolls head extension. Tops of bbls are engraved with Holland & Holland’s New Bond Street address and “PARADOX Fosbery Patent”. A sling loop is soldered to bottom of bbls. Bbl flats are stamped with London black powder proofs, “R. CHOKE”, and with charge of “G273P”. SNs are stamped on bottoms of bbls. Round bodied, spring loaded, Jones underlever action with third bite at rear, has top strap that extends over comb in typical “best” H&H fashion. Action is fitted with peninsula rebounding back locks with flat faced serpentine hammers having dolphin heads. Action and locks are engraved with about 80% coverage very well cut, varying sized, shaded, open scroll. “Holland & Holland” is engraved on each lockplate. Trigger guard has SN on tang which extends to scroll engraved steel grip cap. Nicely streaked and figured European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over Silver type pad, and features shadow line right hand cheekpiece. A vacant silver oval and sling loop are on toe line. Matching splinter forend has pivoting lever release. Drop at heel: approx 3-1/4″, drop at comb: approx 1-15/16″. Weight: 15 lbs. 5 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. Light green canvas, leather trimmed case, possibly original, is lined in burgundy cloth, and has reproduction paper Holland & Holland label in lid. Accessories include a round pewter oil bottle, bone striker bottle, H&H marked horn handled turnscrew, H&H marked powder dipper, 3 turned brass cases, assorted bullets, and some cleaning equipment, including 2-pc brass and ebony rod, with two pieces of another rod, mops and brushes. PROVENANCE: Copy of factory ledger page. CONDITION: Good, as partially refinished. Bbls retain essentially all of a London quality re-black. Engraving and file cutting of rib are considerably softened. Other metal parts retain 20 – 30% orig case hardening color, which is quite strong where protected. Stocks retain nearly all of an old hand rubbed oil finish, with a few light handling marks. Checkering is re-cut. Bores are excellent, lightly frosted. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Right lock is crisp. Left lock will not rebound, but cocks crisply. Case is good to fine, considerably soiled and water marked. Handle is good, straps are fair. Renewed interior cloth is excellent, as is reproduction label. Accessories are good. These big bore paradox guns were designed to take the largest beasts on the planet. This example would undoubtedly make a good shooter. 49958-16 MGM3 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 3173

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3174
$24,150.00

VERY FINE HOLLAND & HOLLAND EXPRESS HAMMER DOUBLE RIFLE WITH CASE AND ACCESSORIES.

SN 17823. (ca 1897) Cal. 500/450 3-1/4 BPE. 28″ Dovetailed steel bbls are fitted with file cut quarter rib holding one standing, two folding leaf express rear sight with platinum lines marked for 100, 200, and 300 yards. Quarter rib has abrupt transition to classic mid-rib, which transitions to matted front ramp holding silver bead front sight. Bbl flats are stamped with London black powder proofs for 450 express. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with SNs. A wide sling loop is attached to bottom rib. Case hardened, round bodied, Jones underlever action with side clips, has top strap which extends over comb in classic H&H style. Fences are nicely filed. Peninsula back locks are fitted with flat-faced serpentine rebounding hammers, having dolphin heads and tall spurs. Action and locks are engraved with near full coverage exceptionally well cut varying sized open shaded scroll within geometric and scroll borders. “Holland & Holland” is in elongated device on each lockplate, and left side of action bar is engraved “Charge 4-1/2 Drams 500/450 Case 3-1/4 Inches”. Case hardened trigger guard has SN on tang which extends to engraved steel grip cap. Well marbled, relatively dense, European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 13-1/2″ over ribbed horn buttplate, and features classic right hand shadow line cheekpiece, flat top point pattern checkering at grip, as well as a vacant gold oval and sling loop matching that on bbl, on toe line. Matching splinter forend has front pivoting release. Drop at heel: approx 2-5/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-3/4″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 9 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 13-1/2″. Fine quality makers oak and leather case with brass corners and round circular medallion, is lined in green cloth, and has silver embossed H&H black leather label in lid. Another label discusses extractors and cleaning. Charge card is for another rifle in 240 Apex, with this information scratched out, and information for this particular rifle inked in. Case contains exceptionally fine, bright polished H&H marked mold, stamped “.450”, which casts a long conical bullet with single crimping groove. Hollow pointing pin is included along with base pour funnel. Other accessories include H&H marked brass grease wad plate, main spring vise, brass screw type capper/ decapper, pin type bullet fixer (also H&H marked), ebony handled striker key, crystal oil bottle, ebony wad rammer and case trimmer, ebony handled turnscrew, bone striker bottle with spare strikers, 3-pc brass cleaning rod by Dixon, box of Holland cordite cartridges, box of Kynoch 450 nitro express cartridges for black powder rifle, and an empty box of 500 450 cordite. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain essentially all of an exceptionally fine London black, which appears to be original, except engraving is a bit softened. File cutting of rib is still exceptionally sharp. Action retains well over 90% orig case hardening color, silvered a bit on high edges and fences. Locks retain nearly all of their color, silvered at tails and sharp edges. Trigger guard is silvered at grip. Stocks retain nearly all of their orig oil finish, with some oil added over the years as maintenance, over some old marks. Checkering lightly worn. Horn of buttplate is in exceptionally fine condition. There is an old filled hole on toe line, possibly sling loop was moved. Bores are excellent, bright, sharp, and shiny throughout. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Locks are crisp. Case leather is exceptionally clean with only slight discoloration and a few slight rubs. Handle has been repaired, reinforced, and wrapped with twine. A rectangular patch has been let in covering an old name on top. Interior cloth is fine with some rubs. Mold is excellent. Other accessories are very fine to excellent. Label is very fine with some rubs, charge card is foxed and slightly soiled. A lovely fine handling high quality black powder express rifle. 50496-4 MGM212 (12,000-18,000) – Lot 3174

3175
$8,050.00

*FINE HOLLAND & HOLLAND TAKE DOWN MAUSER BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH CASE AND SCOPE.

SN 768. Cal. 375 H&H Mag. (ca 1929) 25″ Tapered round bbl is fitted with short, file cut quarter rib holding two folding leaf express rear sight, marked for 50, 200, and 350 yards; and short front ramp holding silver bead, as well as sleeved on sling eye. Top of bbl is engraved “.375 Magnum” “Holland & Holland. 98. New Bond Street, London.” London nitro proofs for 56 grains cordite and 300 grain bullet are stamped on left rear of bbl. Standard length Mauser 98 action has had bolt bent for low scope clearance in typical H&H manner without turned circular knob with lightening hole drilled. Action has been fitted with “Jaeger” side mount and low scope safety. Double stage pull trigger has been altered to single stage. A steel drop box magazine with hinged floorplate and release in trigger guard bow, has been fitted. SN is on trigger guard bow. Rifle takes down with rear mount on top tang, and wide slotted screw through front guard screw hole with action and bbl lifting out of stock. Lightly figured European walnut steel trap capped pistol grip stock features classic Holland styling and measures 14″ over steel trap buttplate. Stock also features right hand cheekpiece, flat top point pattern checkering with mullered borders at grip and forend, as well as recoil bolt, sling eye, and vacant gold oval. Trap in butt contains cleaning rod and trap in cap contains a spare front sight. Leupold Vari X III 1.5 x 6 scope with duplex reticle is in Jaeger single lever mount with low rings. Drop at heel: approx 3-1/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-3/4″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight without scope: 9 lbs. 1 oz. LOP: 14″. What is possibly orig makers leather case with stitched leather corners, is embossed “H.N.” on top. Interior is lined in green cloth, and has gold embossed black leather H&H label in lid. Case contains 2-pc brass cleaning rod, small tin bottle of nitro fouling solvent, and a tin of some kind of polishing wax or grease. CONDITION: Excellent, as nicely refinished. All metal parts retain essentially all of a high quality re-blue. Stock retains most of an old oil refinish over some minor marks. It appears bolt release was fitted with Lyman peep sight and a small sliver of wood has been fitted after sight removal. Checkering lightly worn and somewhat filled with finish. Bore is excellent with some light frosting and a hint of cordite erosion at throat. Action is smooth. Scope is excellent with a few light marks, optics clear. Mount shows some rubs. Case leather is very good to fine with numerous rubs and marks. Interior cloth is fine with compressions and light soiling. Label is very fine. The classic dangerous game rifle in perhaps “the” best all around caliber. 50496-2 MGM216 (7,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 3175

3176
$0.00

*WESTLEY RICHARDS HAND DETACHABLE LOCK, EJECTOR, SINGLE TRIGGER, DANGEROUS GAME DOUBLE RIFLE WITH SCOPE.

SN 17765. (ca. 1921) Cal. 375 H & H belted mag. 24″ Chopper lump bbls feature scroll engraved quarter rib mounting single standing leaf express rear sight with inlaid silver triangle at bottom of V-notch, as well as claw type scope bases. “.375” is gold inlaid behind rear scope base in front of scroll engraved dolls head top extension. “Westley Richards & Co. England” is engraved on sunken portion of top rib between quarter rib and Westley Richards patent front sight base with folding hood. Silver bead front sight has porcelain flip-up night bead. Bbl flats are stamped with Birmingham nitro proofs for .375 magnum and with importers name and address (Cape Outfitters). Bottoms of bbls are stamped with bbl makers initials “PG”, orig SN (17765) and secondary number, “19486”, (ca 1958) denoting a later re-barrel, done by Westley Richards (It is their policy to assign a new SN to a set of new bbls). Extractors have been fitted with Westley Richards superb extractor system accommodating a belted, rimless cartridge, with large sliding extractor blades camming into groove of rimless cartridge, when action is closed, and yet easily sliding out of engagement for effortless ejection when action is opened. Robust, classic Westley Richards hand detachable (drop lock) action features bolted automatic safety (SAFE and BOLTED gold inlaid), dolls head extension with Westley Richards patent sliding third bolt, bushed strikers, hinged lock access cover, and Westley Richards single selective trigger, with selector to left of trigger and gold inlaid “R” and “L”. Water table is stamped with hand detachable lock patent use number (2817), which also appears on plates of engine turned locks, which are also gold inlaid “L” and “R”. Case hardened action is engraved with well cut, large, scroll at approx 80% coverage, with “WESTLEY RICHARDS” in scroll terminated ribands on each side. Top of action is engraved “WESTLEY RICHARDS PATENT ONE TRIGGER”. Top lever, floorplate, and trigger guard are blued, and have matching scroll engraving, which frames a full bodied portrait of a doe facing away from viewer on floorplate, and a prowling tiger on trigger guard bow. Trigger guard tang is engraved with SN, and extends to scroll engraved, case hardened grip cap, with trap containing a replacement top lever pivot screw (?). Nicely streaked European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over Silver type, reddish, recoil pad with widow’s peak, and features nicely shaped, shadow line right hand cheekpiece, drop points behind checkered side panels, and 20 LPI point pattern checkering with mullered borders at grip. Matching splinter forend fitted with Deeley ejector has inset horn tip and Deeley latch. Leupold “European” 30 mm. 1.25 – 4 X 20 mm. scope with three heavy post/ crosshair reticle is in custom Recknagel type claw rings, rear with windage adjustment. Drop at heel: approx 2-9/16″. Drop at comb: approx 1-3/4″. Weight with scope: 11 lbs. 3 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Included range target reflects well-regulated barrels as shot with Winchester factory cartridges (see test target). CONDITION: Excellent, as completely refurbished, most likely by factory at time of re-barreling. Bbls retain nearly all of a satin rust blue, with a few light scratches and marks. Engraving on ribs is slightly softened. Action retains approx 60% of an old correctly re-color hardening, fading and turning gray toward bottom. Blued parts retain nearly all of their renewed blue finish. Stocks retain most of a hand rubbed oil refinish, sharp edges and shadow line of cheekpiece somewhat softened. Checkering re-cut, and is sharp. Bores are excellent, sharp, bright, but with some light pitting 12″ from breech end of right bbl. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. Trigger works. Scope is excellent, near new, with one or two minor marks in exterior finish. Optics clear and sharp. A fine dangerous game rifle. 50708-1 MGM146 (40,000-60,000) C&R – Lot 3176

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3177
$40,250.00

EXCEPTIONALLY RARE CHARLES LANCASTER FOUR BARREL “HAMMERLESS” OVAL BORE EXPRESS RIFLE WITH CASE AND ACCESSORIES.

SN 5174. Cal. 500 BPE 3″. Charles Lancaster and his sons have long had a reputation for thinking outside of the box. From his start as a noted bbl forger, making the finest bbls for the finest guns in London in the 1820’s and ’30’s, Lancaster came up with many innovations including his oval bore “non-fouling” rifling used in many percussion rifles continuing up through the breechloading era until WWI. As gunmakers he and his son, C. W. Lancaster, made a number of multi-bbl percussion rifles. With the beginning of the breechloading era, this multi-bbl concept continued with the making of hundreds of 4-barreled pistols and at least a handful of 4-barreled shotguns, as well as a few rifles, using the rotating firing pin principle. This surprisingly well balanced 4 barrel rifle has 28″ bbl group, top two bbls fitted with dolls head extension, one standing leaf express rear sight dovetailed through small island base, and a silver bead front sight in another small base. Tops of these are engraved “Charles Lancaster 151 New Bond Street, London.” and “Patent Four Barrel Breech Loading Hammerless Smooth Bore Rifle”. Bottoms of bottom bbls are stamped with SNs and “CL”. All bbls are stamped with London black powder proofs and “38”. Regulating all four bbls must have been a bit of a chore. Muzzles show four regulating wedges and large central steel block. Case hardened, round bodied action with Jones underlever screw grip bolt and top tang pivoting safety bolt has one large trigger to cock and rotate firing mechanism with smaller checkered blade trigger for firing. Action is engraved with line and geometric borders, and with “Charles Lancaster’s Patent London” on each side. SN is on large trigger guard bow. Broadly streaked European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/4″ over checkered steel buttplate, and features right hand cheekpiece and broadly spaced flat top checkering with line borders at grip. Matching splinter forend with fancy steel tip has roller spring snap release. Drop at heel: approx 2-7/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-5/8″. Cast: approx 1/8″ off. Weight: 10 lbs. 15 oz. LOP: 14-3/4″. Old oak and leather case with brass corners and central medallion, is embossed “M. L. S. NORTHWOOD,” “OYSTER BAY” “L.I.” Interior is lined in dark green cloth, and has old Charles Lancaster paper label in lid. Case contains 2-pc brass cleaning rod with short handle marked “Greenfield”, steel bullet crimper and sizer marked “No. 1” and “500”, case neck reamer with ebony handle, old nipple wrench with ebony handle, two ebony handled powder measures, one for black and the other for Schultz powder, ebony handled bullet mold by Greenfield marked “500”, large round tin Rangoon oil bottle, small round pewter oil bottle by Dixon, walnut handled bullet fixer marked “500”, case expander with ebony handle, brass screw type capper/ decapper marked “500”, hollow pointing pin for mold, and a brass Hawksley capper, in covered compartment. CONDITION: Excellent, as refinished. Bbls retain nearly all of a fine quality re-blue over numerous marks and some pitting, engraving somewhat softened. Action retains nearly all of a color re-hardening, engraving a bit soft. Stocks refinished with glossy oil over some marks with some light subsequent marks. Checkering re-cut. Bores are fine, lightly frosted. Action is tight. (Not sure if mechanism is working). Case leather is dark with numerous scrapes and rubs. Newly made straps and handle are fine. Renewed interior cloth is excellent, with some rubs. Label is somewhat foxed with some tears repaired. Accessories are generally good to fine. A really neat old rifle, you’d be the only kid on the block to have one of these. 50496-8 (35,000-55,000) – Lot 3177

3178
$6,900.00

FINE HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION HAMMER DOUBLE RIFLE BY CHARLES LANCASTER WITH CASE.

SN 5415. (1884) Cal. 450/400 2-3/8″ BPE. This fine “best” quality rifle in an easily loaded caliber, has 28″ steel bbls fitted with full length matted rib, with dolls head extension holding one standing leaf express rear, and silver bead front, sights. Tops of bbls are engraved “Charles Lancaster. 151 New Bond Street, London.” and “Non-Fowling Smooth Oval Bore Rifling”. “1” is inlaid in silver on top rib, engraved at rear of trigger guard and on forend iron. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with London black powder proofs, “CL”, and SNs. It is interesting to note the ribs are made of Damascus steel. Round bodied, Jones underlever action is fitted with peninsula back action non-rebounding locks with short round bodied serpentine hammers. Locks are fitted with back sliding safeties, and engage at half cock. Action and locks are engraved with 85% coverage well cut shaded scroll. “Charles Lancaster, London” is on both sides of the action, and lockplates are engraved “C. Lancaster London Patent”. Steel trigger guard has SN on bow, and nicely checkered tang. Attractive, finely veined, and beautifully figured European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over checkered steel buttplate with short top spur. Stock features a nicely detailed double shadow line right hand cheekpiece with ogee transition between lines. Typical flat top checkering is at grip. A small silver oval and a large sling loop are on toe line. Matching splinter forend has steel tip and spring roller release. Drop at heel: approx 2-5/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-1/8″. Weight: 8 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. What is most likely orig oak and leather case has central rectangle on top engraved “FRANCIS H. DIAMENT.” “WAYNE, PA.” Interior is lined in green cloth which has some interesting embossed line decoration, and contains high quality 3-pc brass cleaning rod, ebony handled turnscrew by Hawksley, striker key, large cylindrical celluloid striker bottle (?) marked Hawksley, some cleaning brushes, and an empty box for Kynoch 450/400 EX cartridges. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain 85 – 90% orig blue. Action and lockplates retain 80 – 85% orig case hardening color, silvered and browning on bottom of action and on lockplate tails. Stocks retain most of their orig hand rubbed oil finish with numerous marks, both light and heavy. Overall this neat little rifle presents itself quite well. Bores are excellent, with just a hint of frosting. Action is tight. Locks are crisp. Safeties work. Case leather is fine, darkening somewhat overall, with dark splotches on edges and scattered. One strap is missing, the other strap is a replacement, and fine. Orig handle is good but tender. Interior cloth is fine, with light marks and rubs, along with some soiling. One partition in bbl channel is loose. Accessories are fine. 50496-3 MGM29 (6,000-10,000) – Lot 3178

3179
$5,750.00

FINE HIGH CONDITION CHARLES LANCASTER HAMMER UNDERLEVER OVAL BORE DOUBLE RIFLE.

SN 05149. Cal. 450 BPE. 28″ Dovetailed steel bbls are fitted with full length matted rib holding one standing leaf express rear sight marked for 50 and 200 yards, and a gold bead front. Tops of bbls are engraved “Charles Lancaster 151 New Bond Street. London.” and “Non-Fouling Smooth Oval Bore Rifling”. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with London black powder proofs and “CL”. Case hardened Jones underlever action is fitted with bar locks, having round bodied, serpentine non-rebounding hammers with dolphin heads and tall spurs. Front sliding stocking safeties are fitted, which engage at half cock. Action and locks are engraved with line and geometric borders. “Charles Lancaster London” is on each plate. Trigger guard with SN on bow is checkered on tang, which extends to horn grip cap. Finely fiddle figured and well marbled European walnut deep pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over deeply checkered steel buttplate with long top spur. Flat top checkering with mullered borders is at grip, continuing to a triangle of coarse checkering on toe line pointing to vacant silver oval which is in front of a large steel sling button. Matching splinter forend with inlet steel tip attaches to bbls with captive side nail through shaped steel escutcheons. Drop at heel: approx 2-7/16″, drop at comb: approx 1-11/16″. Cast: approx 1/8″ off. Weight: 8 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. PROVENANCE: Wayne Eikenberry Collection, Bloomfield, NJ, 1981. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished (?). It appears from the softened engraving and edges of stippling on rib that the bbls have been re-blued. The condition of the remainder of the gun is superb, and it is possible that this bbl blue is original, and may have been re-done a number of times at the factory, to “get it right”. Present blue on the bbls has a number of rubs and marks, and is completely in accord with the 90 – 95% of remaining case hardening colors on action and nearly all the colors on locks. Stocks retain nearly all of their orig hand rubbed oil finish with a few light marks, checkering is lightly worn. Bores are exceptional, with just a hint of frosting. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Locks are crisp. 51006-3 MGM251 (6,000-8,000) – Lot 3179

3180
$23,000.00

RARE G403 EJECTOR W. W. GREENER DOUBLE RIFLE.

SN 43463. (1895) Cal. 450/400 2-3/8″. 26″ Dovetailed bbls are fitted with full length flat matted rib holding one standing, two folding leaf express rear sight with platinum lines and marked for 100, 200, and 300 yards. Central portion is cut away forming slight front ramp holding silver bead. Unmatted portion of rib is engraved “W. W. Greener. 68 Haymarket London.” Tops of bbls are engraved “Sir J. Whitworth’s” “Steel”. Breech portion of right bbl is engraved “.400 Express”. Breeches are engraved with 1-1/4″ triangles of well cut scroll. Rear portion of rib is engraved with scroll and two birds. Bbl flats are stamped with Birmingham black powder proofs, caliber, and “ENGLAND”. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with SNs, Greener elephant logos, and Whitworth sheaf-of-wheat trademarks. A narrow sling loop is soldered to bottom rib. Small sized, scallop-backed, G ejector, boxlock action has nicely scalloped fences, and features typical side safety, crossbolt third fastener, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with 70% coverage nicely cut shaded scroll surrounding vignettes of game, most being suitable quarry for this rifle. A bear is on left side of action, with wolf or fox (?) toward front. A running stag is on right side of action, with portrait of spaniel toward front. Head and shoulders of another stag is on trigger plate, and a running roe buck is on trigger guard bow. Tang is engraved with SN and grade “403”. Nicely marbled, and lightly figured European walnut steel capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over engraved steel buttplate, and features flush horn diamond drop points, rounded pattern borderless checkering at grip, and a sling loop, matching that on bbl, as well as a vacant oval, on toe line. Matching splinter forend with slightly schnabeled horn tip has Deeley release. Drop at heel: approx 2-15/16″, drop at comb: approx 1-3/4″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 8 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain 70 – 80% of what appears to be orig blue, with some light flecking and marks, thinning from normal hand wear around forend. Action retains 45 – 55% orig case hardening color, fairly strong where protected. Stocks retain over 95% of a glossy varnish finish over some light marks, and with a number of fairly noticeable subsequent marks and scratches. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. A fine, slim, good handling rifle in a caliber suitable for nearly all North American game. 51039-1 MGM241 (18,000-28,000) – Lot 3180

3181
$10,350.00

*FINELY RESTORED MANTON & CO BOXLOCK EJECTOR DANGEROUS GAME DOUBLE RIFLE.

SN 83388. Cal. 470 Nitro Express. 28″ Shoe lump bbls are fitted with matted quarter rib holding one standing, three folding leaf express rear sight with platinum lines marked for 100, 200, and 300 yards. Matching front ramp holding ivory bead has knurled sight protector. Top of right bbl is engraved “MANTON & CO GUNMAKERS LONDON & CALCUTTA” and “470-3-1/4 – SOLID METAL CASE” and “75 GRS CORDITE 500 GRS BULLET”. Top of left bbl is engraved “By Appointment to H. E. The Viceroy”. Bbl flats are stamped with Birmingham nitro proofs for the same caliber and load as engraved on bbls. Robust, case hardened, boxlock action features non-automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), crossbolt third fastener, bushed strikers, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with 70% coverage varying sized scroll and with “Manton & Co” on each side. Matching floorplate, top lever, and trigger guard are blued. “HVH8331″ is engraved on tang, which extends to case hardened and engraved steel grip cap. Lightly figured, dense European buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over leather faced Silver type pad, and features checkered side panels, point pattern checkering at slightly diamond grip, and a sling eye as well as a vacant silver oval, on toe line. Drop at heel: approx 3-13/16″, drop at comb: approx 2-1/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 12 lbs. 4 oz. LOP: 14-3/8”. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, as refinished, retaining nearly all fine factory type finishes on metal parts, engraving re-cut, with subsequent light silvering to thumb lever, and some high edge wear. What appear to be orig stocks retain nearly all of a hand rubbed oil finish over numerous light marks, with a few very light subsequent marks. Pad is relatively new. Checkering lightly freshened. Bores are good with strong rifling throughout, and are lightly pitted throughout, but should still shoot well. Action is tight. Right bbl is very slightly off face. Ejectors don’t work, possibly deactivated, as many African hunters prefer simple extractors. 50655-10 MGM145 (15,000-20,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3181

3182
$12,075.00

*ARMY & NAVY BOXLOCK DANGEROUS GAME DOUBLE RIFLE WITH CASE.

SN 47028. Cal. 450 Nitro Express. 28″ Chopper lump bbls are fitted with full length matted rib holding one standing, two folding leaf express rear sight with platinum lines marked for 100, 200, and 300 yards, and with raised front ramp holding silver bead and fitted with flip-over sight protector with pivoting locking detent. Tops of bbls are engraved “Army & Navy” and “C.S.L. London”, and with caliber information, including cordite load and bullet type. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 70 grains cordite and 480 grain bullet. A wide sling loop is soldered to bottom rib. Robust, PHV-1 boxlock action (referred to in ledger as “club head”) features automatic safety (SAFE in blue enamel in silver rectangle), bushed strikers, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with simple line borders and with “Army & Navy CSL” on each side. Top lever, floorplate, trigger plate, and trigger guard are blued, and have line border engraving. SN is on trigger guard tang which extends to steel grip cap. Nicely figured and lightly marbled European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/4″ over solid “NOSHOC” pad over 15/16″ lengthening piece. Stock features raised side panels, flat top point pattern checkering at grip, as well as a vacant silver oval, sling loop matching that on bbl, and rack or registration numbers, on toe line. Matching splinter forend has forward pivoting release. Drop at heel: approx 2-3/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-5/8″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 10 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-3/4″. Old oak and leather case with shaped brass corners is lined in green cloth, and has paper Watson Brothers label in lid. Case contains 2-pc rosewood and brass cleaning rod, “Army & Navy” marked rectangular oil bottle, round oil bottle, carrying sling, horn handled turnscrew marked “Army & Navy”, horn handled striker key, rectangular oil bottle, celluloid container, pair of aluminum snap caps, two boxes of Kynoch 450 cartridges, and a key. PROVENANCE: Copy of ledger page with specifications for this gun, including “Coles” sight protector, and indicating that the rifle was made for L. Howe (?) Esquire with date of sale 5/2/09. CONDITION: Excellent, as nicely refinished. Bbls retain over 90% of an old re-black. Action retains nearly all of a well done re-color hardening over some light frosting. Frosting is also underneath new blue on trigger guard and floorplate. Stocks retain nearly all of an old oil finish over some light marks and scratches, checkering somewhat worn. There is an old repaired vertical crack with traces visible on right side of grip, which does not flex. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Case leather is very dark, and has numerous rubs and scuffs. Newer straps are good. Old handle is a bit tired. Interior cloth is good, has been reinforced and spruced up a bit. Label is considerably foxed and soiled. Accessories are good. 50496-1 MGM213 (10,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 3182

3183
$0.00

*ARMY & NAVY BOXLOCK EJECTOR DANGEROUS GAME DOUBLE RIFLE WITH CASE.

SN 55031. Cal. .458 Winchester Magnum. 23″ Sleeved chopper lump bbls are fitted with quarter rib, mounted with one standing, two folding leaf express rear sight, and matching front ramp base with silver bead with flip-up gold night bead. Bbl flats are stamped with 1973 London nitro proofs for .458 magnum. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with nitro proof and “SLEEVED”. Tops of bbls are engraved “Caliber 458″ Win. Magnum.” and “Regulated For 500 Grain Solid Bullet”. Extractors have been fitted with camming blades to engage rimless cartridge in Westley Richards style, which was deemed suitable for related rimless cartridges like the .425. Case hardened, robust, PHV-1 boxlock action features automatic safety (SAFE silver inlaid on dovetailed rectangular piece), pivoting third fastener engaging square shouldered dolls head rib extension, bushed strikers, and double triggers. Action has only line border engraving with a few flourishes of scroll either side of engraved screw heads. “Army & Navy C.S.L.” is engraved on each side. Top lever, floorplate, and trigger guard are blued. Trigger guard bow has scroll engraving. SN is on tang, which extends to large composition grip cap. Relatively plain, but dense, European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 15″ over black leather covered pad. Slightly flat topped point pattern checkering with mullered borders is at grip, and a wide sling loop is on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend has forward pivoting release. Drop at heel: approx 2-5/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-13/16″. Weight: 11 lbs 0 oz. LOP: 15″. Makers brown canvas covered case with leather trim, is lined in green cloth, with Army and Navy Gun Department gold embossed leather label in lid. Case contains straps, and a square tin oil bottle. Also included are two targets, marked “original target when new barrels were regulated”, one marked “two shot group, five yards”, with two shots almost touching near center of bull, and another marked “four shot group, fifty yards” with three holes, less than 1″ apart at center of bull, one hole slightly elongated. CONDITION: Excellent, as refurbished, retaining most finishes applied when bbls were sleeved, with some handling marks on metal and wood. Pad has numerous scuffs. Bores are excellent, bright, sharp, and shiny throughout. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. Case canvas has some minor scuffs. Interior cloth is very fine with marks and rubs. Label has some rubs through and cracks. This well balanced rifle in a caliber easily found throughout the safari areas of Africa, would undoubtedly make a good working rifle. 51076-2 MGM275 (7,000-10,000) – Lot 3183

3184
$7,475.00

DISCOVERY LOT OF KYNOCH AMMUNITION AND COMPONENTS CONSISTING OF SEVEN PLASTIC TUBS FILLED WITH A VARIETY OF KYNOCH RED AND YELLOW BOXES OF AMMO, AND BROWN LABELED BOXES OF COMPONENTS.

SN NSN. Most boxes are full, some are partial: Ammunition consists of over 60 boxes of Kynoch 450 3-1/4 Nitro express, both solid and soft nosed; Six boxes marked “reloads”. Over 25 boxes (some partial) of 475 no. 2 Nitro. 9 Boxes of 470. 11 Boxes 500/ 465. 12 Boxes 375 Magnum flanged, with note “4 Loaded”. 3 Boxes 577 3″. 4 Boxes 577 2-3/4″. 2 Boxes 369 Purdey. 2 Boxes 333 Flanged. 5 Boxes 318 Rimless. 4 Boxes 275 Magnum. 5 Boxes 280 Rimless. 12 boxes 450/400 Nitro 3″. 6 Boxes 400/ 350. Components include: 7 boxes of 50 500 Nitro bullets. Partial box of 450 Nitro. 10 Boxes 450/ 400 3″ Reloads. 4 Boxes 240 Holland brass. 2 partial boxes 500 Nitro steel solid bullets. 3 Boxes 577 Nitro soft nose bullets. 4 boxes 577 Nitro solids. CONDITION: Generally good. Age varies. Some boxes opened, and partial, most not. 50496-9 MGM316 (5,000-8,000) – Lot 3184

3185
$9,775.00

HIGH QUALITY FOUR BORE HEAVY FOWLER BY FISHER CONVERTED TO PERCUSSION.

SN 203. Cal. 4 Bore. .901 Bore diameter. Most likely made by the well regarded Thomas Fisher of 204 Holborn St. London. This well made old gun has 41″ twist bbl with exceptionally heavy breech section measuring 1.92″. This area is also filed with three flats, top flat extended with engraving to starburst. “FISHER LONDON” is inlaid in gold and there are three gold bands around breech. Bbl tapers to 1.95″ at muzzle, and is fitted with under rib holding greenheart ramrod with large tulip head and worm under cap on brass tail. Breech section has been converted to percussion with typical drum and nipple. Breech iron is very nicely engraved with semi-relief flowers and acanthus. Large lock has been converted from flint with removal of pan, etc. and addition of early style flat faced percussion hammer nicely engraved to match floral engraving on lockplate. Plate has rebated tail ending in teat, and is engraved “FISHER”. Trigger plate has stylized pineapple finial. Trigger guard has game scene engraving on bow. Very heavy, figured European walnut buttstock measures 14″ over steel buttplate, and features abrupt checkered pistol grip with spiral carved knob, right hand cheekpiece having two shadow lines with ogee transition. Nose cap is of silver. Stock attaches to bbl with two captive side nails through silver escutcheons of truncated rectangular form. Drop at heel: 2-5/8″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Weight: 16 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14″. CONDITION: Good. Bbl is of mottled brown patina overall. Lock surfaces are smooth gray patina. Other furniture is mostly brown patina. Stock retains a considerable amount of what appears to be its orig French polish, with considerable chips, marks and scratches. Bore is good, mostly smooth. Lock is crisp. 49958-11 MGM27 (6,000-8,000) – Lot 3185

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3186
$5,750.00

FOUR BORE ROBERT HUGHES PERCUSSION DANGEROUS GAME RIFLE WITH CASE.

SN NSN. Cal. 4 bore. 1.080 Groove diameter. 7 wide grooves. 30″ Tapered octagonal bbl is engraved “Robert Hughes Universal Firearm Works, Birmingham” on top flat which is also fitted with folding ladder rear sight graduated to 800 yards, with steel bead front, both dovetailed through. Bbl is fitted with under rib and two plain pipes, one with sling eye. Pipes hold rosewood ramrod with brass tip and steel worm at tail under brass cap. Patent breech shows some scroll engraving. Military shaped bar lock with more simple scroll, is engraved “R. Hughes” and is fitted with large round bodied military type hammer. Case hardened steel trigger guard has stylized pineapple finial, and tang which forms pistol grip. Dense European walnut stock measures 14-3/4″ over steel buttplate, and features swept right hand cheekpiece, point pattern checkering at grip and forend, and a sling eye as well as a vacant silver shield on toe line. Forend tip is of horn. Stock attaches to bbl with single captive side nail through shaped steel escutcheons. Drop at heel: approx 2-3/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-5/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 15 lbs. 9 oz. LOP: 13-2/4″. Possibly orig quartered oak case with inlet brass corners and circular central medallion has pivoting hook and key lock closure. Case is lined in green cloth, and has reproduction Hughes label in lid. Case contains an old re-polished and blued round ball mold stamped “4” casting a 1.01 diameter ball, steel patch cutter marked 1-3/4″, bone striker bottle, bone handled cleaning brush, large brass bodied powder flask throwing charges up to 5 grams, a round pewter oil bottle, some cleaning brushes, and lead balls. CONDITION: Very good as restored. Bbl retains nearly all of an old re-brown. Other iron parts retain a restored colored case hardening over considerable pitting, engraving slightly washed. Stock retains an old refinish, checkering re-cut. Stock has been repaired through area of lock, and glue in crack has begun to crawl, but does not flex. Bore is good with strong rifling throughout, lightly pitted. Lock is crisp. Case exterior has been refinished and has a number of longitudinal cracks. Interior cloth renewed, and is very fine. Accessories are fine. 49958-38 MGM65 (4,000-7,000) – Lot 3186

3187
$5,175.00

TRUE FOUR BORE PERCUSSION RIFLE BY R. CHAPLAIN.

SN NSN. Cal. 4 bore. 1.090 groove diameter. 4 wide grooves. 33″ Ovate bbl with octagonal breech section, is engraved “Robert Chaplain London” on top flat. A standing leaf rear sight, two nested folding leaves and a German silver barleycorn front, are dovetailed through. There is a Sanscrit (?) inscription on left flat at rear. There is no provision for a ramrod. A large sling eye is affixed to bottom of bbl. Patent breech is nicely filed and has some large scroll engraving matching that on breech iron. This engraving extends to lock which mounts large serpentine flat faced hammer. Top front of lock is engraved “R. Chaplain”. There is an interesting pivoting spring clip attached to stock in front of lock, purpose unknown. All furniture is of iron. Trigger guard has stylized pineapple finial, and buttplate has long tang. Both pieces are also scroll engraved. Relatively plain tropical wood straight grip stock has coarse checkering at grip and forend, which has ebony tip. Stock attaches to bbl with captive side nail through shaped steel escutcheons. Drop at heel: approx 2-3/4″, drop at comb: approx 2″. Weight: 12 lbs. 4 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. CONDITION: Good, as partially refinished. Bbl retains most of an old re-brown with good definition to pattern. All other metal parts are a smooth gray to brown patina. Replacement (?) wood has been refinished, and retains most of that finish. Bore is very good, lightly pitted throughout. Lock is crisp. 49958-31 MGM22 (4,000-7,000) – Lot 3187

3188
$5,175.00

4 BORE I. HOLLIS PERCUSSION RIFLE.

SN NSN. Cal. 4 Bore. .944 Groove diameter. 9 shallow lands. This neat old well balanced rifle has 28″ tapered octagon twist bbl, with under rib, engraved “I. Hollis & Sons London” and “Made Expressly for F. & C” on top flat. A one standing leaf and two folding nested express rear sight, and a barleycorn front are dovetailed through. Heavy bolstered patent breech is scroll engraved matching large breech iron with integral fence. Island type front action lock with flat faced serpentine hammer is also scroll engraved under makers name, and has two circular stamps with intertwined monogram logo “I, H & S” within “Makers to Her Majestys War Department”. All furniture is of steel, except for a German silver nose cap. Trigger guard tang forms checkered pistol grip. Lightly figured European walnut stock is coarsely checkered at grip. Stock attaches to bbl with single captive side nail through oval steel escutcheons. Two plain pipes hold brass and rosewood ramrod with worm under cap at tail. Drop at heel: approx 2-5/8″, drop at comb: approx 2″. Weight: 12 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. CONDITION: Very fine, as refinished. Bbl retains nearly all of a fine quality brown, with good definition to pattern. All iron parts retain nearly all of a rather subdued re-color hardening. Stock retains nearly all of a hand rubbed oil finish, checkering re-cut. Bore is fair to good, with considerable pitting. Will probably still shoot. Lock is crisp. 49958-32 MGM21 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 3188

3189
$10,350.00

MASSIVE AND HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION CHARLES OSBORNE 6 BORE PERCUSSION DANGEROUS GAME RIFLE WITH PROVENANCE TO THE NIZAM OF HYDERABAD, WITH CASE.

SN NSN. Cal. 6 bore. .985 Groove diameter. 5 wide grooves and lands. 34″ Ovate twist bbl is engraved “Chas Osborne London” on top flat, which is fitted with one standing, one folding leaf V-notch rear sight, and bead front dovetailed through. There is no provision for ramrod. Bottom of bbl is fitted with large sling eye. Left flat of bbl is stamped with the APX number (APX-73 EX-73) which was assigned during the organization and registration of the Nizam of Hyderabad’s armory, with “AP” representing the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, followed by the number “73” which was the year. One could assume that the EX-73 referred to the year of export. Case hardened patent breech with scroll engraving on top flat, is also scroll engraved on bolster which has un-vented platinum blow-out. Fully open shaded scroll engraved breech iron has integral fence. Bar lock with well cut open scroll is engraved “Chas Osborne” and is fitted with large flat faced serpentine hammer with shaded open scroll on sides and tall checkered spur. Trigger plate has stylized pineapple finial and is engraved in shell motif. Blued trigger guard with scroll on bow loops to form pistol grip on tang. Ebonized maple stock has LOP of 14-1/4″ over blued steel buttplate with long scroll engraved top tang. Very coarse point pattern checkering with mullered borders is at grip and forend. A sling eye and small vacant silver oval are on toe line. Forend tip is of rosewood and stock attaches to bbl with single captive side nail to shaped and engraved steel escutcheons. Drop at heel: approx 2-3/16″, drop at comb: approx 1-3/4″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 14 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. What appears to be orig large mahogany case with inlet brass corners and central rectangular plaque and pivoting hook closure, is lined in dark green cloth, and contains an array of old and new cleaning and loading equipment, including a fine old adjustable powder measure with ebony handle, old ebony and brass bullet starting rod, leather covered flask by Bartram, steel T-shaped nipple wrench with pricker, ebony cap box, leather carrying strap with captive steel hook swivels, and a bone handled cleaning brush. New accessories include a round pewter oil bottle, mainspring vice, large steel patch cutter, ebony handled turnscrew, ebony handled nipple jag, and some bore mops. There is also an assortment of old and new cast lead balls. PROVENANCE: Letter from Holland & Holland regarding this rifle, as well as another, along with an invoice for the pair. Letter from David Winks of H&H explains the APX number and relates that “I first saw this rifle in 1973 when I was ordered to go to India and examine the whole of the Hyderabad armory. This was an armory of nearly 2000 weapons, most of which were stamped with what we call the APX number.” CONDITION: Excellent, mostly original. Bbl retains wonderful orig (over 90%) brown with dramatic definition to pattern. Sights still retain some of their temper blue. Breech plug, iron, lock, and hammer retain over 90% of their orig case hardening color, which is thinning a bit, but is mostly quite good. Trigger plate retains most of its hardening color, and trigger guard approx 85% of its orig blue. Buttplate retains perhaps 40% of its orig blue. Stock retains most of its orig ebonized finish with some areas lightly rubbing through. This finish was quite popular especially for rifles, during the 1830’s and ’40’s. The only bit of restoration evident is a new replacement forend tip, which was most likely originally of horn. Bore is excellent with bright sharp rifling throughout, but with a touch of oxidation toward muzzle. Lock is crisp. Case exterior retains most of what appears to be an old refurbish, and has a number of longitudinal cracks and numerous scuffs. Interior cloth has been restored, and is excellent, with a few rubs. Older accessories are fine, modern ones excellent. An exceptional early big bore rifle. 49958-34 MGM64 (5,000-8,000) – Lot 3189

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3190
$2,012.50

INTERESTING LARGE BORE PERCUSSION RIFLE CONVERTED FROM FLINTLOCK MARKED WM OGILVIE.

SN NSN. Cal. 6 bore. (.865 Bore diameter. 9 deep rectangular grooves) 43-1/2″ Tapered twist bbl is engraved “William Ogilvie” on octagonal breech end, which rapidly tapers to round. A one standing, one folding leaf express rear sight is dovetailed through and a semi-relief engraved starburst is in front of sight. Bolstered patent breech has been fitted and has German silver band inlay at rear. Large round bodied lock is converted from flint, and is presently fitted with flat faced percussion hammer. New work including lockplate and hammer are engraved with open scroll. Trigger plate is fitted with germanic type double set triggers. Furniture is of brass,with some scroll engraving. Trigger guard front extension has acorn finial. Germanic styled swan-necked full length stock is of walnut (?), and has shadow line right hand cheekpiece. Bbl attaches to stock with four side nails through oval silver escutcheons. Tulip headed steel ramrod mounts through three beaded brass pipes and thimble. Weight: 15 lbs. 4 oz. PROVENANCE: H&H letter concerning purchase of this rifle, and suggests that it was refurbished and converted by William Ogilvie of Grahamstown, Cape Colony, South Africa. CONDITION: Fair to good. Bbl retains nearly all of an old light colored re-brown. Other steel parts are cleaned to silver gray. Brass has golden patina. Stock retains nearly all of an old oil finish with some bolted repairs at left side of breech iron. Two side nails are missing. Lock works, but catches at half cock when fired. 49958-36 (1,000-2,000) – Lot 3190

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3191
$0.00

*AN ENGINEERING AND AESTHETIC MARVEL. GEORGE HOENIG ROTARY ACTION OVER-UNDER DOUBLE RIFLE, SERIAL NUMBER 6 WITH SCOPE.

SN 6. Cal. 9.3 x 74R. This exceptionally well crafted, smooth operating double rifle has 26″ bbls, top fitted with lightly file cut quarter rib, mounting Hoenig designed elevation adjustable single standing leaf express sight. Silver bead front sight is in short ramp with flip-over sight protector held by detent reminiscent of that found on early H&H rifles. Top of quarter rib is engraved with caliber. Rear portion of rib and top of action have been machined to fit Hoenig’s also ingenious QD scope mount, with single lever release which cams long locking block into dovetailed recesses. Mount is SNed to rifle. Unique coin finished action of circular section, unlocks with a quick clockwise twist. Pulling bbls forward and tipping down, extracts cartridges. This front portion is locked to rear by large two lug bayonet system. A toggling safety is at rear top tang. Action is very tastefully engraved with exceptionally well cut large open scroll band on bbl section, with a band with smaller open scroll around breech section. Engraving on top tang is of equally well done shaded scroll. “G. HOENIG” “BOISE, ID.” is on left side of bbl section, and “PATENTED” and “SER. NO. 6″ are on right. Scroll matching that of top tang is on trigger guard bow. Finely marbled and slightly stump figured European walnut pistol grip stock measures 14-1/2″ over red Old English pad, and features a cleanly sculpted, classic shadow line right hand cheekpiece, and exceptionally well cut point pattern checkering with line borders which wraps over top of grip. Engraved steel trap grip cap has spare front sight in trap. A small sling eye is on toe line with matching eye in large base soldered to bottom bbl. Two piece forend with matching checkering and wood, mounts through bbls with screws. Leupold Vari-X 2 x 7 compact scope with duplex reticle is in aforementioned detachable base. Drop at heel: approx 2-5/16″, drop at comb: approx 1-5/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight without scope: 8 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-1/2”. PROVENANCE: Copy of Der Waffenschmied, and Double Gun Journal, both with articles concerning Hoenig and his unique rifle. CONDITION: Excellent, very near to new, with a few light handling and assembly marks in wood and metal, most notably a few scratches through lacquer on top of action from mounting scope. Mechanically excellent and smooth. Appears to have been fired very little since new. Scope is excellent, optically clear. Mount is excellent. A wonderfully balanced, truly nifty rifle. 50819-26 MGM183 (30,000-50,000) – Lot 3191

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3192
$10,350.00

*SEARCY .577 NITRO BOXLOCK EJECTOR DOUBLE RIFLE.

SN BL-323. Cal. .577NE. 26″ Mono-bloc bbls are engraved “B. Searcy & Co Boron CA” on quarter rib, sighted with one standing leaf express rear. Matching front ramp holds gold bead. Caliber is engraved on top of left bbl. Bbl flats are stamped with SN and sling eye is affixed to bottom rib. Case hardened boxlock action features non-automatic safety, reinforcing bolsters, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with sprays of scroll. “B. Searcy & Co” is on each side. Broadly streaked and nicely figured European walnut steel capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/4″ over black Old English pad, and features right hand shadow line cheekpiece, and well cut point pattern borderless checkering at grip. Stock has been fitted with mercury recoil reducer. Matching splinter ejector forend has Deeley type release. Drop at heel: approx 3-3/16″, drop at comb: approx 2-1/16″. Weight: 13 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-3/4″. CONDITION: Excellent, showing very little carrying use, and possibly unfired since proof. Mechanically excellent. 50610-14 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 3192

3193
$34,500.00

*VERY RARE AND EXCEPTIONALLY FINE FAMARS (ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI) “VENUS EXPRESS EXTRA LUSSO” .470 NITRO EXPRESS SIDELOCK EJECTOR DOUBLE RIFLE WITH FINE RELIEF SCROLL AND BULINO GAME SCENES BY DASSA WITH CASE.

SN 1159. Cal. 470 Nitro Express. 24″ Chopper lump bbls fitted with matted quarter rib holding one standing, one folding leaf express rear sight, have matching front ramp fitted with gold bead and Holland & Holland style flip-over ivory night bead. Top rear of right bbl is gold inlaid in Old English script “Famars” “di Abbiatico & Salvinelli” and left side “Safari Club International” “Pittsburg Chapter 1”. Bbl flats are stamped with 1996 Italian nitro proofs, SN and “A&S”, along with “4651”. Coin finished, robust pinless back sidelock action features top tang which extends over comb in H&H style, non-automatic safety (SAFE engraved), hidden third fastener, bushed strikers, reinforced frame, H&H type detachable back locks, and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved with relief large open scrolling acanthus with stippled shaded background surrounding fine bulino portrait of cape buffalo on bottom under “FAMARS” and “CAL 470 NE” on banners. Left sideplate is engraved with face-on large tusker in open savanna. Right side portrays charging rhino, dust flying, as he exits backdrop of thornbrush. Buffalo and Rhino are both signed “Dassa”, the highly regarded Italian engraving house, with trigger plate also signed. Single beaded trigger guard engraved with matching scroll, has tang which extends to steel trap grip cap. Nicely marbled and somewhat fiddle figured European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over thin black Decelerator pad, and features shadow line right hand cheekpiece, and point pattern checkering with line borders at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend has forward pivoting lever bolt release. Drop at heel: approx 2-9/16″, drop at comb: approx 1-13/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 11 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Brown leather case with stitched leather corners, most likely by Nizzoli, is lined in dark green cloth, and has black leather Famars label stitched into lid. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, with only the faintest of handling marks in all finishes of wood and metal, most notably a few very light scratches on cheekpiece, appears unfired since proof. Top lever and mechanics are a bit gummy from congealed oil. Case leather has a few light marks and scuffs. Interior cloth has some slight compressions, rubbed through at breech end of bbl channel from contact with third bite. An exceptional high quality dangerous game rifle. 50819-29 MGM178 (35,000-55,000) IVORY – Lot 3193

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3194
$34,500.00

*SUPERB GRIFNEE ENGRAVED FRANCOTTE DELUXE EXPRESS SIDELOCK EJECTOR SELF-OPENING DOUBLE RIFLE WITH SCOPE AND CASE.

SN 91414. Cal. 9.3 x 74R. 23-1/4″ Chopper lump bbls are fitted with matted quarter rib holding one standing, two folding leaf express rear sight, with inlaid gold lines, along with claw type scope bases. Matching ramp front, fitted with Westley Richards type folding sight protector, holds silver bead with porcelain flip-up “moon” bead. Tops of bbls are engraved “Aug. Francotte a Liege” and “Made in Belgium”. Calibers are engraved around breech ends. Bbl flats and bottoms of bbls are stamped with 1978 (?) Belgian nitro proofs, and with calibers. Bbls are fitted with H&H type self-opening assist spring. Coin finished action with extended top strap in H&H fashion, features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, hidden third fastener, side clips, reinforced frame, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers (front articulated and with checkered finger blade). Action is engraved with near full coverage truly exceptional relief open shaded scroll with floral highlights at hinge pin covers, all within geometric borders. This dramatic scroll surrounds fine Bulino portrait of large bull elephant on bottom of action over “Aug Francotte” in arched device. Lockplates are engraved with interesting scenes, which extend to borders and spill onto action; with a lion and lioness running across savanna on left lockplate, and a pair of cape buffalo thundering into mopani trees on right. This exceptional engraving is by the late, great, Philippe Grifnee whose signature appears on trigger plate. Trigger guard with matching scroll has SN on tang, which extends to engraved steel grip cap with trap. Finely marbled and figured European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 15″ over checkered wood butt, with basket weave engraved steel heel and toe plates. Stock features typical drop points and point pattern checkering at grip. A gold oval on toe line is engraved “H D P”. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. A fine Zeiss Diavari – Z 1.5 – 6 X 42 rail scope with fine duplex 3 post reticle is in claw mounts, rear with windage adjustment. Drop at heel: approx 2-1/2″, drop at comb: approx 1-3/4″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight without scope: 8 lbs. 3 oz. LOP: 15″. High quality oak and leather case with brass corners and central medallion is lined in burgundy cloth, and has paper Francotte label in lid. Case contains square oil bottle, boxwood spare striker case, lens cap for scope, pair of snap caps, and two keys. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, close to new, with only a few light marks in metal, and a few scratches and pings, some fairly deep, in buttstock. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are out of time. (may need lubrication) Scope is excellent with some light marks on exterior, optically clear. Case leather is excellent with some light marks and scratches. Interior cloth is a bit dusty with some rubs. Partitions have been removed to accommodate scope, which does not quite fit case. A fine handling high quality rifle in a caliber that with your PH’s permission, can be used for anything up to and including buffalo. 50594-1 MGM49 (30,000-50,000) – Lot 3194

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3195
$12,650.00

*FINE PRE WAR FRANCOTTE DANGEROUS GAME DOUBLE RIFLE.

SN 86984. (1930) Cal. 500/ 465 Nitro Express. 26″ Dovetailed bbls are fitted with file cut quarter rib holding one standing, two folding leaf express rear sight with gold lines. Leaves are matted and marked for 100, 200, and 300 yards. Matching front ramp has white porcelain bead and slip-on sight protector. Tops of bbls are engraved “Von Lengerke & Detmold” and “U.S. Agents New – York”. Bbl flats are stamped with 1930 Belgian nitro proofs and with AF crowned logos (Francotte). Bottoms of bbls are stamped with caliber information, and right bbl with SN. Case hardened boxlock action has top tang which extends over comb in H&H fashion, and features non-automatic safety, hidden crossbolt third fastener, bushed strikers, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with approx 70% coverage varying sized scroll and with “A. Francotte Maker & Patentee” and “Liege Belgium” on each side. Blued trigger guard has matching scroll on bow and SN on tang which extends to steel trap grip cap, which contains a pair of strikers and spare front sight. Well streaked, lightly marbled and somewhat burl figured European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over leather faced Silver type pad, and features right hand shadow line cheekpiece, drop points to side panels, and point pattern checkering with line borders. Matching splinter forend has Anson release. Drop at heel: approx 2-3/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-9/16″. Cast: approx 1/8 off. Weight: 10 lbs. 10 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. CONDITION: Very fine, as partially refinished. Bbls retain nearly all of a sympathetic re-black, very little polishing appears to have been done, lettering and matting remain sharp and clear. Action retains approx 80 – 85% orig muted case hardening color. What appears to be orig blue of top lever, is silvered on thumbpiece. Trigger guard retains nearly all of a sympathetic re-blue. Stocks retain nearly all of a fine hand rubbed oil finish over some light marks, with one or two faint subsequent marks, checkering slightly worn, and with borders somewhat filled with oil. Checkering does not appear to have been re-cut. Bores are excellent with one or two very minor pits and a hint of frosting toward breech ends. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. A great handling “golden age” big bore double in a great caliber. 50655-11 MGM148 (15,000-20,000) C&R – Lot 3195

3196
$18,975.00

*FINE 577 NITRO EXPRESS SIDELOCK EJECTOR DOUBLE RIFLE BY MARCEL THYS.

SN 079. Cal. 577 Nitro Express. 26-1/4″ Chopper lump bbls are fitted with raised, matted, quarter rib holding one standing, two folding leaf express rear sight, and short front ramp holding silver bead. “M. Thys Liege Belgium” is engraved on top of left bbl. Bbl flats are engraved “750 gr. Bullet Weight”. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with Belgian nitro proofs for 577 Nitro 3″. Robust, coin finished, sidelock action has top strap which extends over comb in H&H fashion, and features non-automatic safety with pivoting bolt, hidden third fastener, bushed strikers, slight reinforce to action, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action and lockplates are engraved with 80% coverage well cut classic small scroll. Engravers signature “Ligma” is on trigger plate. Matching steel trigger guard has tang which extends to steel trap grip cap. Fine streaky marbled and flame stump figured European walnut steel capped pistol grip buttstock measures 15″ over leather faced Silver type pad, and features large shadow line right hand cheekpiece, deep carved drop points, and closely spaced point pattern checkering with line borders at grip. Matching full splinter ejector forend has forward pivoting bolt release. Drop at heel: approx 3-3/16″, drop at comb: approx 1-15/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 12 lbs. 0 oz. LOP: 15″. CONDITION: Excellent, very close to new, with little evidence of having been fired since proof, and retaining nearly all of its factory finishes on wood and metal; with only a few very minor handling and assembly marks. Bores show a bit of metal fouling in grooves. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. A well made dangerous game rifle. 50655-9 MGM147 (25,000-35,000) – Lot 3196

3197
$17,250.00

*BERETTA “SSO EXPRESS” OVER UNDER SIDELOCK EJECTOR DOUBLE RIFLE WITH ZEISS SCOPE AND CASE.

SN C11333B. Cal. 375 H&H. 24-1/2″ Mono-bloc bbls are fitted with full length rib, central portion milled away forming quarter rib and front sight base. Quarter rib holds one standing, one folding leaf express rear sight and claw scope bases. A gold bead is in front ramp. Left side of top bbl and mono-bloc are engraved “P. Beretta – ITALY” and with caliber. Bottom of mono-bloc is stamped with model, caliber, and SN. Case hardened, low profile, sidelock action features non-automatic safety and dbl triggers. Action and lockplates are engraved with simple scroll borders, and with other flourishes of scroll, with makers name on each lockplate, as well as on bottom of action, along with “EXPRESS”. Double beaded trigger guard is gold inlaid with script initials “A L B” (?) and SN is on tang, which extends to steel grip cap with trap. Trap contains a spare front sight. Beautifully marbled European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 15″ over brown Old English pad, and features right hand cheekpiece, point pattern checkering with line borders at grip, and a hinged cartridge trap with space for three cartridges on toe line. Front portion is held in place by sling eye matching that soldered to bottom of bottom bbl. QD swivels are also in place. Matching one piece ejector forend has Deeley type release. Zeiss Diavari-Z 1.5 – 6X rail scope with duplex reticle is fitted with claw mounts. Drop at heel: approx 2-3/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-3/4″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight without scope: 10 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 15″. High quality dark brown leather case with stitched leather corners by Nizzoli, is lined in dark olive felt, and has gold embossed brown Beretta label in lid. Case is semi french fitted for action and bbls, scope does not fit into case, but would with the simple removal of one partition. Scope is accompanied by its orig box. CONDITION: Excellent, very near to new, with only the lightest handling and assembly marks in all finishes, wood and metal, and scant evidence of having been fired since proof. Mechanically crisp. Scope is excellent with one or two light marks on exterior. Optics are clear. Case is excellent, with a number of light scuffs. Interior has some light compressions. This model has a current retail of approx $17000.00; the scope is a $4500 extra. 50831-1 MGM124 (10,000-20,000) – Lot 3197

3198
$6,037.50

*BERETTA 689 EXPRESS OVER UNDER SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK EJECTOR DOUBLE RIFLE WITH SWAROVSKI SCOPE.

SN 69294B. Cal. 30-06. 24″ Mono-bloc bbls are fitted with full length rib, central portion milled away forming quarter rib and front sight base. Quarter rib holds one standing leaf express rear sight and claw scope bases. A gold bead is in front ramp. Left side of top bbl and mono-bloc are engraved “P. Beretta – ITALY” and with caliber. Bottom of mono-bloc is stamped with SN and importers name and address (BSA). Case hardened, low profile, sideplated boxlock action features non-automatic safety and special order dbl triggers. Action and sideplates are engraved with simple scroll and geometric borders, as well as with other flourishes of scroll, with makers name on each lockplate, as well as on bottom of action, which is engraved “EXPRESS”. Blued trigger guard has scroll on bow. Beautifully marbled and nicely flame/ fiddle figured European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over open sided brown Beretta pad, and features right hand cheekpiece, point pattern checkering with line borders at grip, with a vacant silver oval and sling eye matching that on bottom of bottom bbl on toe line. QD swivels are also in place. Matching one piece schnabeled ejector forend has Deeley type release. Swarovski Z6 1 – 6X scope with three post and crosshair reticle, has cast-in Picatinny type rail at bottom fitted with claw mounts. Drop at heel: approx 1-13/16″, drop at comb: approx 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight with scope: 9 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. CONDITION: Excellent, with light handling and assembly marks associated with casual field use. Case hardening shows slight silvering on sharp edges, and considerable loss of orig lacquer. Bores are excellent. Mechanically crisp. Scope is excellent. Optics are clear. 50687-2 MGM125 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 3198

3199
$0.00

*THE FIRST GARBI DOUBLE RIFLE, A SIDELOCK EJECTOR IN 375 H&H WITH CASE.

SN GA27-06-001-96. Cal. 375 H&H. 25″ Chopper lump bbls are fitted with matted quarter rib holding single standing leaf express rear sight. Transition to mid rib has foliate engraving, as does ramp to silver bead front sight. Tops of bbls are engraved “ARMAS GARBI SPAIN” and “WILLIAM LARKIN MOORE & CO WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA NO. 1”. Bbl flats are stamped with SN, Spanish proofs, and caliber. Ejectors are fitted with spring loaded detents for rimless case. Case hardened sidelock action with reinforcing bolsters, features automatic safety (S inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved in classic Purdey inspired rose and scroll with makers name on bottom. Beaded trigger guard has scroll on bow and last portion of SN on tang. Nicely marbled, dense, European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over brown Decelerator pad, and features elongated drop points, point pattern checkering with dbl line border at grip, and gold oval engraved “W L M” on toe line. Matching long splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Wood in bbl channel is stamped “001”. Drop at heel: approx 2-1/4″, drop at comb: approx 1-9/16″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 8 lbs. 9 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Tan leather case with stitched leather corners is lined in burgundy felt and has embroidered Garbi label on lid. Case holds exterior case straps. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, with only a few light handling and assembly marks, most notably a small double ding on cheekpiece. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent. A well balanced, fine handling, double rifle in what most regard as the finest all around caliber ever. 50594-87 MGM54 (22,500-37,500) – Lot 3199

3200
$16,675.00

*CHAPUIS ARMES “IMPERIAL EXPRESS” SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK DOUBLE RIFLE WITH FINE SCROLL AND BULINO ENGRAVING BY DASSA WITH CASE.

SN 37711. Cal. 30-06. 23-5/8″ Bbls with unique to Chapuis shoe lump double hook construction, are fitted with matted quarter rib holding single standing leaf rear sight engraved “Carabine Double Express” “Chapuis Armes France”. Transition to mid rib has foliate engraving, as does front ramp which holds white bead adjustable for elevation. Extractors are fitted with spring plungers to engage rimless case. Coin finished, sideplated, boxlock action features non-automatic safety, bushed strikers, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with near full coverage well cut semi-relief open shaded acanthus scroll surrounding Bulino vignette of a pronghorn antelope on bottom. Left sideplate tail depicts a roaring elk, and a large mule deer is on right. Trigger plate is signed “Dassa”. Wonderfully burl figured and marbled European walnut steel capped pistol grip buttstock measures 15″ over checkered wood buttplate, and features a large shadow line right hand cheekpiece, nicely engraved grip cap, and point pattern checkering with line borders. A matching beavertail forend has Deeley type release. Drop at heel: approx 2-7/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-5/8″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 15″. Makers vinyl covered case with leather trim is lined in red waled cloth, and has Chapuis label in lid. Case contains proof certificate, guarantee cards, and test target. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, nearly as new with only a few light handling and assembly marks in all factory finishes, most notably some light scratches and marks at left side buttstock near toe. Breech area of bbls show some slight discoloration. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent. 50594-98 MGM62 (9,500-15,000) – Lot 3200

3201
$14,950.00

*BLASER S2 SAFARI SUPER LUXUS DOUBLE RIFLE WITH CASE.

SN S/01262. Cal. 470 Nitro Express. 25″ Mono-bloc bbls are fitted with full length rib with portions milled away forming base for single standing leaf rear and gold bead front sights. Muzzles are fitted with regulating mechanism. Mono-bloc is marked with caliber, makers name, SN, and model. Sides are deeply scroll engraved. Coin finished action with tilting lock block, has cocking/ safety slide on top tang. Action is fitted with ornamental sideplates, and is engraved with 60% coverage exceptionally well cut shaded scroll. Sideplates depict nicely detailed vignettes of really big game, with a pair of elephant on left, and cape buffalo on right. Fine flesh-toned classically streaked and nicely figured European walnut capped pistol grip stock measures 14-3/4″ over black “Universal” pad. Stock features point pattern checkering and swept right hand cheekpiece. Composition grip cap has large central oval depicting the king of beasts. Matching small schnabeled beavertail forend has large ebony tip, and Blaser release with Deeley type latch. Drop at heel: approx 2-5/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-11/16″. Weight: 11 lbs. 9 oz. LOP: 14-3/4″. Multi-barrel Americase with ballistic cloth outer cover is lined in green velvet, and has Blaser name embroidered on divider. Case contains a trigger lock. CONDITION: Excellent, near new, with only a few faint handling marks on wood and metal. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent. Blaser no longer makes this S2 Safari Double Rifle! 50482-1 MGM10 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 3201

3202
$8,625.00

*WELL MADE OVER-UNDER DANGEROUS GAME DOUBLE RIFLE BY B. WINKLER OF FERLACH WITH SWAROVSKI SCOPE.

SN 37-125. Cal. 450 3-1/4 Nitro. 26″ Demi-bloc bbls are fitted with matted quarter rib holding one standing, one folding leaf U-notch express rear sight, and claw scope bases. Matching front ramp holds gold bead. Bottom bbl is stamped with 1968 Ferlach nitro proofs. Orig caliber has been milled out and stamped with present caliber. Bottom of bbl is also stamped “MADE BY BENEDIKT WINKLER” “FERLACH”. A sling eye is soldered to bottom bbl. Coin finished, sideplated Blitz, OU, double Kersten action features non-automatic safety, bushed strikers, and gold plated dbl triggers. Action and sideplates are engraved with near full coverage lozenges and sprays of nicely cut Germanic open scroll. Lightly marbled and figured European walnut capped pistol grip slightly hog-backed buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over black KICKEEZ pad, and features small right hand shadow line cheekpiece and multi-point pattern checkering at grip, as well as a sling loop matching that on bbl, on toe line. Matching 3-pc forend has Deeley release. 1.25 – 4 X 24 30mm Swarovski Habicht scope with crosshair and three post reticle is in Recknagel type rings, rear with windage adjustment. Drop at heel: approx 3-1/4″, drop at comb: approx 1-7/8″. Cast: approx 1/16″. Weight without scope: 10 lbs. 0 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain nearly all of what is most likely a fine quality rust blue, but is possibly original, with a few minor marks. Coin finish of action remains bright. Stocks retain most of a light hand rubbed oil finish over a few marks, most likely done when new pad was applied. Checkering remains excellent. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Scope is near new with a crease in top adjustment cover. Optics excellent. 51105-1 MGM321 (8,000-12,000) – Lot 3202

3203
$0.00

*MERKEL MODEL 140.2.1 BOXLOCK DOUBLE RIFLE WITH GOLD INLAYS, SCOPE AND CASE.

SN A375080. Cal. 375 H&H magnum. 23-1/2″ Shoe lump bbls are fitted with full length broad matted rib, central section milled away forming quarter rib and front ramp. Rib mounts one standing, one folding U-notch rear sight, and silver sourdough bead front. Rear portion is fitted with claw bases, and is engraved “Safari .375 H & H”. Makers and importers names are on side of left bbl. Bbl flats are stamped with proof date, caliber, and SN. Bottom of right bbl is stamped “K6128″. A sling loop is screwed to bottom rib. Coin finished, ogee-backed, boxlock action features non-automatic safety, crossbolt third fastener, side clips, pin type cocking indicators, reinforcing side panels, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with sprays of shaded scroll and geometric borders surrounding African game scenes with primary subjects relief inlaid in gold; elephant on left, and lion on right. Bottom of action has Suhl logo stamped between tendrils of scroll. Fine looking, classically streaked, and lightly streaked European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/16″ over thin leather covered pad, and features right hand cheekpiece, point pattern checkering, and a sling loop on toe line. Matching long splinter non-ejector forend has Deeley release. Rifle is fitted with Schmitt & Bender 1.25 – 4 x 20 rail scope with three post duplex reticle in claw mounts. (Scope has lighted red dot in reticle.) Drop at heel: approx 2-3/4″, drop at comb: approx 1-13/16″. Weight without scope: 9 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-3/16”. Factory Americase with black ballistic cloth outer cover, is lined in dark burgundy velvet with “Merkel” embroidered in gold thread in the lid. Case contains snap caps, oil bottle, patch case, batteries for scope, mercury recoil reducer, cleaning rod in stainless steel case, and a horn striker block, as well as bag for action. CONDITION: Excellent, appears little used, with only a few minor handling marks in wood and metal finishes. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Scope is excellent. Lighted reticle works. Case is excellent. 50483-1 MGM6 (9,000-14,000) – Lot 3203

3204
$4,600.00

*MERKEL 141-1.1 BOXLOCK EJECTOR DOUBLE RIFLE WITH CASE AND ACCESSORIES.

SN 550962. Cal. 9.3 x 74R. 23-5/8″ Shoe lump bbls are fitted with broad, flat, matted, full length rib holding one standing square notch rear sight, and silver sourdough bead in slightly raised ramp front portion. Bbl flats are stamped with German nitro proofs and a sling loop is screwed to bottom rib. Coin finished scroll backed boxlock action features automatic safety, crossbolt third fastener, side clips, bushed strikers, cocking indicators on sides, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with sprays of scroll within geometric borders surrounding well cut game scenes on sides; bugling stag on left, and running boar on right. Engravers initials “G.L” (Gerhard Liebscher) are stamped at front of stag scene. Lightly marbled European walnut capped pistol grip hog-backed buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over composition Merkel buttplate, and features right hand cheekpiece, point pattern checkering at grip, and a sling loop matching that on bbl, on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend has Deeley release. Drop at heel: approx 3-1/4″, drop at comb: approx 1-15/16″, top of hog-back: 2-3/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 8 lbs. 4 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. Green canvas covered case with tan leather trim is lined in green velvet, and contains a set of 3 rosewood handled turnscrews, and a 3″ x 5″ card stating “Engraved by master engraver Gerhard Liebscher”. CONDITION: Excellent, very close to new, with scant evidence of having been fired except for faint halos on breechface, with only a very few light handling marks in all finishes. Case has some marks and rubs. Straps and handle are good. Interior cloth is fine with rubs, compressions and light stains. 50483-2 MGM322 (4,000-7,000) – Lot 3204

3205
$4,600.00

*MERKEL MODEL 201 E OVER-UNDER SHOTGUN WITH CUSTOM RIFLE BARRELS AND SCOPE.

SN 37668. Cal. 20 ga x 20 ga and 30-06 over 30-06. Orig 12 ga. 26-3/4″ demi-bloc bbls are fitted with matted, ventilated rib, and have Merkel name and address on left rear and retailers address (W. Glaser Zurich) on right. Bottom bbl is stamped with German nitro proofs with proof date of 6/53. 24″ Custom OU rifle bbls are fitted with quarter rib holding one standing U-notch rear sight, and Buhler scope mount base. Front sight ramp has blank dovetail. Left breech area is engraved “H. J. D Herstahl Belgium”, right rear “Compound Nitro Steel Cap.” and are stamped with Belgian nitro proofs with date stamp for 1955. Coin finished, ogee backed, blitz, dbl Kersten action features non-automatic tang safety, pin type cocking indicators on sides, and single selective trigger. Action is engraved with 40% coverage well cut scroll surrounding scenes of dogs and game; setter flushing a pair of birds on left, and a nye of pheasant on right. Makers name and address is stamped on trigger plate. Lightly figured and streaked European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 13-7/8″ over Pachmayr white line rifle pad. Standard point pattern checkering is at grip. Each bbl set has its own matching 3-pc ejector forend with Deeley release. Shotgun Barrels: Bore diameter: top -.719, bottom – .719. Bore restrictions: top – .030 (full), bottom – .018 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 15 oz. LOP: 13-7/8″. Rifle Barrels: Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight with scope: 9 lbs. 4 oz. LOP: 13-7/8″. Leupold Vari-X II 3 x 9 scope with crosshair reticle is in Buhler rings. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining approx 95% blue on bbls. Coin finish of action is slightly darkened, and silvered. Stocks retain most of their orig finish with some oil added at time of pad installation. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Mechanically excellent. 50706-2 MGM243 (5,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 3205

3206
$8,625.00

*EXCEPTIONAL CLAMSHELL ACTION SIDELOCK DOUBLE RIFLE DRILLING BY MILLER & VAL GREISS WITH SCOPE.

SN 7034. Cal. 400/350 Flanged Rigby x 400/350 Flanged Rigby x 16 ga. This unusual German combination gun was inspired by English taste, and has many unusual features. 25″ Bbls are fitted with matted quarter rib mounting broad U-notch single standing leaf rear sight and claw scope bases. Central portion of rib is sunken in English style, and silver bead front sight is longitudinally dovetailed into raised, ramp base. Tops of bbls are engraved “Miller & Val. Greiss” and “Munchen”. Krupp steel marks are toward rears with breech ends engraved with 3/4″ triangles of scroll. Bbl flats are stamped with post 1892 and pre 1912 German nitro proofs. Highly unusual clamshell sidelock action features tang safety (SICHER in gold), flip-up lolly-pop type tang sight, and very unusual rifle/ shotgun selector which toggles right and left just behind top lever. Locks are fitted with raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, and a single pin type indicator for shotgun bbl is to left of top lever. Both triggers are set. Action is engraved in a Germanic rendition of British rose and scroll with sprays of simple scroll surrounding circular rose bouquets on lockplates and triangular rose arrangements behind hinge pin. Sides of clamshell are engraved in acanthus motifs. Trigger guard is of horn. Very fine, well marbled, and nicely fiddle figured European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over horn basket weave buttplate, and features small shadow line right hand cheekpiece, lozenge shaped inset horn drop points, closely spaced checkering at grip, with a hinged cartridge trap with spaces for four rifle cartridges, and a vacant gold oval on toe line. Rifle comes complete with an old leather sling in orig swivels, with one anchoring front portion of cartridge trap on butt, the other soldered to bottom bbl. Matching small forend has inset horn tip and Deeley type release. A Leupold Vari – X II scope with duplex reticle is in well fitting custom made claw rings. 16 ga: Bore diameter: – .671. Bore restriction: -.033 (full). Wall thickness: -.022. Drop at heel: approx 2-7/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-9/16. Weight without scope: 8 lbs. 5 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. Accompanying this rifle are one full box and one partial box (10 rounds) custom loaded ammunition marked 9 x 70R (which is the European equivalent of the 400/ 350 flanged Rigby cartridge). This caliber is also marked on boxes. Also included is a sighting target showing 1-1/2″ group shot at 50 yds with the scope about 2″ high of center, with Brenneke slug hole 2-1/2″ low of center. PROVENANCE: Target. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain nearly all of what appears to be orig blue, but is possibly an old re-blue, engraving and matting remain clear and sharp. Action and lockplates retain a considerable amount of their orig case hardening color, but are mostly silver to gray. Stocks retain nearly all of an old hand rubbed oil finish, sharp edges preserved. Checkering lightly worn. There is an incipient 1/2″ stress crack on left side at top of grip running from rear of tang down into checkering. It appears stable, and does not flex. There is no corresponding crack on right side. Horn of trigger guard and buttplate is fine. All bores are excellent. Rifle bores are shiny with just a hint of erosion at throats. Scope is excellent, clear optics. Front ring has some vise marks at base. A truly special combination gun. 51076-4 MGM274 (9,000-14,000) – Lot 3206

3207
$9,775.00

*NICELY APPOINTED PERUGINI & VISINI SINGLE SHOT BREAK ACTION STALKING RIFLE WITH SCOPE AND CASE.

SN 1604. Cal. 243 Win. 23-5/8″ Mono-bloc bbl is fitted with matted quarter rib holding flip-up rear U-notch sight, and claw scope bases. Matching tall front ramp holds silver bead. Top of bbl is engraved with makers name and address. Side of bbl in front of front claw base is gold inlaid “Construito per Joseph N Bellino”. Bottom of mono-bloc and bbl are stamped with 1988 Italian nitro proofs, and SN. Nicely filed, low profile, coin finished, scallop-backed, boxlock action features non-automatic safety and dbl set triggers. Action is engraved with full coverage well cut large open attenuated scroll surrounding bulino game scenes of animals suitable as quarry using this rifle; pronghorn on left, white tail deer on right, and a fine quartering portrait of a wolf on bottom of action under makers name. Engravers signature Rizzini is on trigger plate. Single beaded trigger guard has scroll on bow and SN on tang. Nicely marbled European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over Silver type pad, and features right hand shadow line cheekpiece, and typical point pattern checkering at grip. P & V logo flanked by two unicorns, is in gold inlet into bottom of grip. Matching splinter schnabeled forend has Deeley type release. Bausch & Lomb 1.5 – 6 X scope with duplex reticle is in claw rings, rear with windage adjustment. Drop at heel: approx 2-1/4″, drop at comb: approx 1-5/16″. Weight without scope: 7 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Quality tan leather case with stitched leather corners by Nizzoli, is lined in green cloth, and is french fitted for action, bbls, and scope. An open compartment holds silver-plated hip flask engraved with portrait of snarling mountain lion by Rizzini, and dated ’88. P & V name and address are at bottom. Opposite side is engraved with crest of “JNB” surmounted by a knight’s helm surrounded by foliage, all over Latin inscription, “hominum divomque voluptas” (and men pleasure). Hinged covered compartment contains a rubber backed leather sling with detachable swivels. CONDITION: Excellent, showing evidence of limited field use, with a few minor marks in orig factory finishes. However rifle does not appear to have been fired more than a few times. Mechanically crisp. Scope is excellent. Case shows a number of light scuffs in exterior leather. Handle is excellent. Interior cloth shows some light rubs and soiling. Flask is excellent. 50577-1 (8,500-12,500) – Lot 3207

3208
$6,325.00

*SPRINGBOK ARMS BREVEX MAGNUM MAUSER DANGEROUS GAME RIFLE IN .416 RIGBY.

SN 0011/1062. Cal. 416 Rigby. 24-1/4″ Heavy round bbl fitted with one standing, two folding leaf express rear sight in island base has short front ramp holding silver bead. Ramp is fitted with sight protector. Bbl also has Rigby style partially banded sling eye soldered on. Top of bbl is engraved “.416 R. By Springbok Arms, Salisbury” (Harare, Zimbabwe). SN is engraved at top rear. Typical magnum length Brevex Mauser action with rounded bridge and solid sidewall still retains flag safety, small knob bolt handle and single stage trigger. Bottom metal has hinged floorplate with retaining button in trigger guard bow. Nicely streaked European walnut composition capped pistol grip stock measures 14-3/4″ over red Old English pad, and features shadow line right hand cheekpiece, two reinforcing pins through stock, point pattern checkering at grip and forend, and a vacant silver oval on toe line. Drop at heel: approx 2-7/8″, drop at comb: approx 2-1/16″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 9 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-3/4″. CONDITION: Excellent. Rifle appears to retain over 95% of all orig factory finishes on wood and metal, with some nicks and scratches. Stock possibly has had some oil rubbed in as maintenance. Pad is new. Bore is excellent. Action is smooth. 50655-6 MGM158 (7,000-9,000) – Lot 3208

3209
$0.00

*FERLACH CUSTOM SPRINGFIELD WITH SCOPE, ENGRAVED BY BRUEHL MAX GUN ENGRAVING STUDIO, CHICAGO.

SN 1179-65. Cal. 375 H&H. 26″ One third octagon, 2/3 round Bohler bbl with integral rib, is mounted with single standing U-notch rear sight, and gold bead in front ramp. Rib is matted, and orig makers name is matted out. ’03 Springfield action has been fitted with claw mounts. Bolt handle has been altered to clear scope. Floorplate has been altered to hinged type. Rear portion of bbl, action, and bottom metal are engraved with extensive coverage well done oak leaves and acorns in shaded background. Bolt knob is deeply carved in oak leaf motif. Bottom metal is coin finished and has acorns and oak leaves of better quality surrounding scene of battling moose on floorplate, and cougar on trigger guard bow. Front part of magazine is engraved “ENGRAVED” “BY” “BRUEHL MAX” “GUN ENGRAVING” “STUDIO” “CHICAGO”. Crotch figured American walnut, California style Monte Carlo stock with right hand swept cheekpiece and rosewood grip cap and forend, measures 14-1/4″ over open sided Pachmayr white line pad. Well cut point pattern checkering with scroll flourishes at apex of interior points is at grip and forend. A piece of rosewood has been inlet behind top tang. Kahles Helia-Super 4 X scope with duplex reticle is in soldered-on claw rings. Drop at heel: approx 2-3/4″, drop at rear of Monte Carlo: approx 1-5/8″, drop at comb: approx. 1-3/4″. Weight without scope: 8 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. CONDITION: Excellent. Metal parts retain essentially all of their custom finishes. Stock shows a few light marks in its orig oil finish, checkering still light in color. Rosewood piece is inlet behind tang to repair a crack, which continues about 3/4″ past piece. This repair appears solid and does not flex. There are a few light marks on ocular bell of scope, optics clear. 50680-1 MGM304 (6,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 3209

3210
$0.00

*SPECIAL U.S.A. MODEL COMMERCIAL TYPE B DELUXE MAUSER RIFLE.

SN 59131. Cal. 30-06. 23-1/2″ One third octagon, 2/3 round bbl with integral rib is fitted with tangent rear sight, graduated out to 1000 yards. Rib rises toward muzzle to form ramp for silver bead covered by sight protector. Unmatted portion of rib is marked “WAFFENFABRIK MAUSER A. – G. OBERNDORF am NECKAR”. Caliber designation “7.6 S” is on bbl shank. Commercial Mauser action with usual proofs and makers markings on side wall, are also maker marked with name and address on receiver ring, along with “U.S. 1906”. Bolt retains classic pear-shaped commercial knob, and has short cocking piece and flag safety. Bottom metal, fitted with late style double set triggers, has hinged floorplate retained by button in trigger guard bow. Nicely streaked European walnut horn capped pistol grip stock measures 14-1/4″ over early type horn buttplate embossed with checkering and “W M” monogram. Standard checkering is at grip and forend. Forend tip is of schnabeled horn. This style of rifle was specially ordered by N.Y. import agent Hans Tauscher for the American market. Drop at heel: approx 2-15/16″, drop at comb: approx 1-13/16″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Metal parts retain over 90% of what appears to be their orig blue, with bright blue of guard screws, etc. enhanced. Stock is nicely refinished over a few light marks, checkering lightly worn. 1/4″ x 2″ piece has been let in under bolt stop, as most likely rifle was originally fitted with Lyman 35 sight. Bore is excellent, bright, sharp, and shiny throughout. Action is smooth. Set triggers work. This model is hard to find in good condition. 50655-18 MGM253 (6,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 3210

3211
$2,070.00

*J. P. SAUER BOLT RIFLE.

SN 254175. Cal. 30-06. 23″ One third octagon, 2/3 round, bbl with integral rib, specially milled and thinned as usually found on Sauer rifles, is engraved “Von Lengerke & Dettmold Inc New York, NY U.S. Agents” on milled out portion of rib. Makers name is on top left flat, and caliber along with “Made in Germany” on right. Fluid steel information is around shank. One standing, two folding leaf U-notch rear sight is marked for 100, 200, and 300 yards. Silver bead front is covered by slip-on protector. Commercial Mauser Model 98 standard length action is checkered on top of receiver ring. Color case hardened bolt retains classic pear-shaped knob checkered on top and bottom, and has long cocking piece, and orig flag safety. Bottom metal with dbl pull single trigger has hinged floorplate with release button in trigger guard bow. Plain European walnut hard rubber capped pistol grip stock measures 14″ over steel buttplate, and has closely spaced point pattern checkering at grip and forend. Stock also features raised reinforcing side panels, slim schnabeled forend, and non-captive side nail secondary attachment of stock to bbl. A sling loop matching that on bbl, as well as a silver oval engraved “OFB”, are on toe line. Drop at heel: approx 3″, drop at comb: approx 1-7/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14″. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Blued parts have been enhanced, but show little evidence of re-polish. Case hardening on bolt is original. Wood nicely refinished, sharp edges retained, checkering re-cut. Bore is excellent. Action is smooth. 50655-17 MGM254 (3,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 3211

3212
$920.00

*FINE GERMAN ENGRAVED CUSTOM SPRINGFIELD STUTZEN RIFLE.

SN 3285802. Cal. 30-06. 20″ sporter bbl with ramp front and island rear sight. Action and 6″ of bbl engraved with floral patterns and punch dot matrix. Checkered bolt. Floorplate has silver stag with floral sprays. Mannlicher style stock with ebony forend tip has carved flourishes surrounding checkering and full carved elk scene on right side of stock, pancake cheekpiece and ammo trap on towline. Hard rubber buttplate. Pecar 3-7x scope. CONDITION: Very good. Gun retains most of its custom finishes, minor oxidation on carry points and sharp edges. Wood has hand worn patina and scattered handling marks from field use. Carving remains sharp. Mechanics crisp, bright bore, optics good. 50597-2 JWD (1,000-2,500) – Lot 3212

3213
$0.00

*FN BROWNING OLYMPIAN GRADE HIGH POWER SHORT EXTRACTOR MEDIUM GAME RIFLE ENGRAVED BY KOWALSKI AND BAERTEN.

SN 54454L69. Cal. 375 H&H. 24″ Medium weight round bbl is marked with Browning Arms Co on left, and with caliber, SN and “MADE IN BELGIUM” on right side (SN is also on right receiver bridge). There are 2″ triangles of scrolled acanthus engraving at sides of breech end. Coin finished Mauser action with short extractor has gold-plated trigger. Action is engraved with well cut, shaded, acanthus scroll, as background to game scenes appropriate to caliber; a moose is on left side of receiver ring, and a bugling elk is on right. Floorplate depicts a standing grizzly bear with mountain in background, and a portrait of a snarling mountain lion is on trigger guard bow. Moose and elk are signed by “Kowalski”. Bear is signed “Baerten”. Mountain lion is signed “J.B” (Baerten). Fine stump figured claro walnut gloss finished rosewood capped pistol grip stock is fitted with Browning open-sided white line pad. Stock features Monte Carlo comb with swept right hand cheekpiece, two recoil bolts, and rosewood forend tip with white line spacer. Matching flared grip cap has inset gold diamond on bottom. Closely spaced checkering at grip and forend is flanked by relief carved scrolling acanthus with stipple shaded background. Sling studs are in forend and on toe line. Weight: 8 lbs. 1 oz. LOP: 13-5/8″. CONDITION: Excellent, near new, with little evidence of having been fired, retaining essentially all its finishes on wood and metal, with only the lightest of handling marks. Checkering remains light in color with just a hint of darkening on carving. There are slight operating marks on bolt. Gold of trigger is lightly scratched. Bore is excellent. Mechanically crisp. Stock tests positive for salt with no external damage noted. Disassembled, bbl recoil lug shows light rust. Front trigger guard stud is somewhat pitted. 50610-2 (8,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 3213

3214
$6,900.00

*SPECTACULAR BROWNING OLYMPIAN GRADE 458 MAGNUM WITH LEUPOLD OPTICS.

SN 66700L74. Manufactured 1974 with 24″ safari weight bbl with blade front sight and folding express rear sight. Factory engraved and signed by multiple engravers on receiver and floorplate. Coin finish receiver with spectacular highly figured European walnut stock with rosewood forend tip and Browning white line recoil pad. Attached in Redfield bases and Redfield engraved 1″ rings is a Leupold 3X scope with duplex reticle. Receiver is dual game scene engraved with left front receiver ring having a vignette of a large bull elephant with forest scene in background and signed R. Dewil. On right front of receiver ring is engraved a vignette of a walking rhino with forest scene in background and also signed R. Dewil. Balance of receiver is engraved in foliate and arabesque as is chamber area with engraving extending 2″ from receiver. Floorplate is magnificently engraved with a vignette of a charging Cape Buffalo breaking through the brush with foliate and arabesque engraving top and bottom and signed in the vignette ABEE (for Angelo Bee). Trigger guard is similarly engraved in miniature a magnificent lion with head protruding from brush with small forest scene in background and signed AM underneath engraved panel. Strengthening pins through the stock are also coin finish and elegantly engraved in a small florette. The magnificent highly figured Monte Carlo stock is beautifully checkered and carved with elegant scrolls, bordering the forearm and surrounded by extremely fine checkering. Wrist is embellished in same fashion with large scrolls and oak leaf pattern with extremely fine checkering with stippling fore and aft. A rosewood grip cap with gold diamond inlay and finished in a high gloss piano finish that is in super condition. CONDITION: Virtually new, with only the slightest traces of edge wear at very extreme corner of muzzle with no visible imperfections elsewhere in metal. Buttstock has two or three small compression bruises below sling swivel towards toe and one almost indiscernible bruise in forend tip. Rifle has been diligently inspected and there is no issue with salt wood. A truly magnificent triple-signed Olympian. 51033-24 TDW (6,000-10,000) – Lot 3214

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3215
$6,325.00

*FINE BROWNING OLYMPIAN GRADE RIFLE ENGRAVED BY WATRIN, MARECHAL, AND RICHELLE.

SN 4P28106. (1964) Cal. 30-06. 22″ Lightweight round bbl is marked with Browning Arms Co on left, and with caliber, SN, and “MADE IN BELGIUM” on right side. There are 2″ triangles of scrolled acanthus engraving at sides of breech end. Coin finished Mauser action with long extractor has gold-plated trigger. Action is engraved with well cut, shaded, acanthus scroll, as background to game scenes appropriate to caliber; a bugling elk is on left side of receiver ring, and a running pronghorn is on right. Floorplate depicts a mule deer buck with large birch tree in background, and a portrait of a grizzly bear is on trigger guard bow. Pronghorn and elk scenes are signed “A. Watrin”, both signatures covered by wood. Mule deer is signed “A. Marechal”. Bear is signed “DR” (Denise Richelle). Lightly flame figured claro walnut gloss finished rosewood capped pistol grip stock is fitted with Browning composition buttplate. Stock features Monte Carlo comb with swept right hand cheekpiece, single recoil bolt, and rosewood forend tip with white line spacer. Matching flared grip cap has inset gold diamond on bottom. Closely spaced checkering at grip and forend is flanked by relief carved scrolling acanthus with stipple shaded background. Sling studs are in forend and on toe line. Weight: 7 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 13-5/8″. CONDITION: Excellent, near new, with little evidence of having been fired, retaining essentially all its finishes on wood and metal, with only the lightest of handling marks, except for three very deep dents between sling stud and grip cap on right toe line. Checkering and carving are slightly darkened. There are slight operating marks on bolt. Gold of trigger shows some light scratches. Bore is excellent. Mechanically crisp. 50610-3 (6,000-9,000) C&R – Lot 3215

3216
$5,750.00

*BAERTEN ENGRAVED BROWNING OLYMPIAN BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 9P49148. Cal. 338 WIN MAG. Bbl is 24″ without provision for sights. Breech end of bbl, action, floorplate and trigger guard have full coverage Baerten vine type engraving surrounding games scenes featuring elk on right receiver ring, moose on left, grizzly bear on floorplate and cougar on trigger guard bow. Long extractor FN action has jeweling on extractor with gold plated serrated trigger. High polished blued bbl gives stunning contrast to coin finished action and floor plate. Fitted with Browning 3-9X40 gloss finished scope with standard crosshair on Browning 1-pc mounts. Rare factory original satin oil finished Monte Carlo cheek piece stock of fancy walnut with red & black contrasting tones. Stock is fitted with swivel bases, rosewood forearm tip and flared grip cap having white line spacers. Brass name plate on grip cap bears initials “CAS”. Fine hand checkering with carved foliate scroll borders having punch-dot background. LOP is 13-5/8″ over orig Browning recoil pad. Weight with scope is 9.94 lbs. 1969 Belgian manufacture. Comes in Hartman luggage case with black instruction envelope, key and Browning factory letter. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, appears unfired since proof, with only a few light handling marks on wood and metal. Bbl & action retain nearly all of their orig finish. Stock finish showing minute handling marks and having dark grain streaks in butt section. Scope has clear optics. Very good bore. 50505-1 (5,000-8,000) – Lot 3216

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3217
$4,370.00

*FN BROWNING HIGH POWER OLYMPIAN GRADE LONG EXTRACTOR MEDIUM GAME RIFLE ENGRAVED BY ANGELO BEE.

SN 8P44550. Cal. 7mm REM. 24″ Medium weight round bbl is marked with Browning Arms Co on left, and with caliber, SN and “MADE IN BELGIUM” on right side. There are 2″ triangles of scrolled acanthus engraving at sides of breech end. Coin finished Mauser action with long extractor has gold-plated trigger. Action is engraved with well cut, shaded, acanthus scroll, as background to game scenes appropriate to caliber; a moose is on left side of receiver ring, and a bugling elk is on right. Floorplate depicts a standing grizzly bear with mountain in background, and a portrait of a snarling mountain lion is on trigger guard bow. Bear is signed “AB” (Angelo Bee) and initials “LL” (L. Lambert) are under mountain lion scene. Moose and elk scenes are unsigned. Nicely figured claro walnut oil finished (most known examples are gloss finished, and it appears this finish has been removed from this stock) rosewood capped pistol grip stock is fitted with Browning open-sided white line pad. Stock features Monte Carlo comb with swept right hand cheekpiece, two recoil bolts, and rosewood forend tip with white line spacer. Matching flared grip cap has inset gold diamond on bottom. Closely spaced checkering at grip and forend is flanked by relief carved scrolling acanthus with stipple shaded background. Sling studs are in forend and on toe line. Weight: 8 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 13-5/8″. PROVENANCE: Rod Fuller Estate Collection. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining nearly all its finishes on wood and metal, with some handling marks. Bright polish of bolt shows some darkening, especially on knob. Action is fitted with Redfield base. Pad does not fit well. There are some missing diamonds in checkering on left side of grip. Checkering and carving is somewhat darkened. Gold is somewhat flaked and worn. There are operating marks on bolt. There is some rusting on recoil bolt on left side, and a bit on ejector stud, otherwise there is no visible salt damage. Stock tests negative for salt. Stock has been glass bedded at front bolt. Bore is excellent. Mechanically crisp. 50876-1 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 3217

3218
$2,875.00

*HAND ENGRAVED BROWNING BAR GRADE IV RIFLE WITH CASE.

SN 70338M70. Cal. 243 Winchester. This fine first year of production rifle has standard markings on 23″ round bbl. Gray receiver is engraved with “Diana” style large scrolling acanthus with strap work highlights surrounding scenes of game; white tail buck and doe bounding over fallen bush on left, and male and female pronghorn in prairie on right. Nicely stump figured claro walnut stocks have fine checkering with beaded borders, and acanthus carving at ends. Drop at heel: approx 1-3/4″, drop at comb: approx 1-5/8″. Weight: 7 lbs. 15 oz. LOP: 13-3/4″. Full length tan Hartmann case lined in faux fur contains a key. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, with only the faintest of marks in all factory finishes. Mechanically crisp. Appears unfired. Case is excellent. 50861-2 (2,500-4,000) – Lot 3218

3219
$0.00

*BROWNING SEMI-AUTOMATIC RIFLE WITH SPECIAL GOLD INLAY AND FINE ENGRAVING BY ANGELO BEE WITH CASE.

SN 8T81038. Cal. 22 LR. This “one of one”, was featured as the Grand Prize in the 4th Browning Gun Collectors Fund Raiser Drawing held at the Browning annual meeting, April 7, 2001 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It features standard 19-1/2″ round bbl with usual St. Louis and PQ addresses, along with “MADE IN BELGIUM” on top. Breech section and muzzle are nicely scroll engraved, accented with gold bands. Either side of bbl in front of caliber and patent information, has gold inlaid perched squirrel on left, and prairie dog (?) on right. Coin finished action is engraved with near full coverage superbly cut, open scrolling acanthus with strap work highlights, as often found on “Diana” grade shotguns. This fine scroll surrounds vignettes of small game scenes in nicely detailed backgrounds, the major subjects relief sculpted in gold; pair of squirrels scamper about on a bare branch while another looks on, on left side of action, and a trio of rabbits crouch in grass with mountains in background, on right. Top of action portrays an interesting scene of bobcat swatting at departing quail (?) in woodland background. This interesting work is signed “A Bee” under Bee logo at bottom rear squirrel scene. Superb flame figured crotch American walnut square knob pistol grip buttstock measures 13-7/8″ over engraved steel buttplate. Checkering at grip is flanked by relief carved oak leaves and acorns. Forend matches well. Drop at heel: approx 2-5/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-5/8″. Weight: 5 lbs. 0 oz. LOP: 13-7/8″. Gray canvas Browning case with brown leather trim, is lined in blue velvet and has oval brass plaque in lid engraved “BROWNING 22 AUTO”. Gun is accompanied by framed copy of the orig advertising for the raffle of this gun, as well as certificate of authenticity signed by Angelo Bee for this gun dated 4/4/2000. PROVENANCE: Framed documents. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, appears unfired since proof, with only the faintest of handling and assembly marks on wood and metal. Case is excellent. Certificates are excellent. A unique opportunity for the Browning collector. 50670-1 MGM310 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 3219

3220
$0.00

*HUGE HOFFMAN ARMS MAGNUM SQUARE BRIDGE MAUSER DANGEROUS GAME RIFLE IN .505 GIBBS, ENGRAVED BY RUDOLF KORNBRATH.

SN 129. Cal. 505 Gibbs. 26-1/2″ Heavy round bbl has integral stippled quarter rib, holding four folding leaf U-notch rear sight marked for 50, 150, 200, and 300 yards. Matching sleeved-on front ramp holds ivory bead, and has sight protector with knurled end. A wide sling eye is partially sleeved-on. Top of bbl is engraved “Hoffman Arms Co. Cleveland Ohio 129”. Left rear is engraved “505 Hoffman” “For 505 Gibbs Cart’g”. Magnum length square bridge Mauser action, with sidewall unmarked, has receiver ring and top of bridge stippled within beaded borders matching quarter rib. Damascened bolt with long cocking piece and standard flag safety retains orig pear shaped bolt handle which has two checkered panels. Trigger is of double pull type. Extreme drop box bottom metal with largest hinged floorplate for .416 and larger cartridges, has release in trigger guard bow. Front of bottom metal and trigger guard bow are engraved with feather borders and sprays of scroll surrounding stippled oval on bow, gold inlaid “CL”. Floorplate has scroll matching that on trigger guard bow, surrounding large vignette of gold inlaid trumpeting elephant and well detailed background of trees and mountains. This well cut and executed embellishment is most likely by the famed Rudolf Kornbrath who did the bulk of Hoffman’s engraving. Somewhat figured red-toned European walnut stock measures 13-1/2″ over 1-1/2″ dark brown leather covered pad, and features right hand shadow line cheekpiece, engraved steel grip cap (engraving at center is classic Kornbrath feather burst), and horn forend tip. There is a vacant silver oval and sling eye on toe line. Checkering at grip and forend is nicely cut and has acanthus carving at sides and ends which have stippled background. Drop at heel: approx 2-11/16″, drop at comb: approx 1-3/4″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 10 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 13-1/2″. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Metal parts retain most of a very light refinish with correct rust blue, which is over a few scattered light pits, engraving remains sharp and clear. Bolt damascening remains strong, with portions of bolt shroud and safety, as well as bolt handle somewhat browned. Wood retains nearly all of an old oil refinish over a few minor marks. Carving is very slightly softened. Checkering lightly worn, and has not been re-cut. Pad is a relatively new replacement. A receiver sight has been removed from right side of bridge, mounting holes are welded and small piece of wood installed. Restoration is difficult to see. Bore is excellent, bright, sharp and shiny throughout. Action is smooth. An ultimate classic Hoffman rifle; this rifle is pictured in ORIGINAL OBERNDORF SPORTING RIFLES by John Speed et al, as figure 963 on p. 425, and described and pictured again as figure 566, 567, and 569 on p. 253. 50655-2 MGM151 (20,000-25,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3220

3221
$11,500.00

*HOFFMAN ARMS MAGNUM SQUARE BRIDGE MAUSER DANGEROUS GAME RIFLE MADE FOR HARRY SNYDER, ORIGINAL PARTNER IN HOFFMAN ARMS CO.

SN 4. Cal. 404 Jeffery. (One of a set of rifles numbered 1-9, made for Harry Snyder as a return on his investment when he relinquished his portion of the business.) This fine rifle is fitted with 26-1/2″ medium weight sporter bbl engraved “No 4 Hoffman Arms Co. Cleveland, Ohio” on top center, and with caliber on left rear. Bbl is fitted with broad, matted, quarter rib holding four folding leaf express rear sight with leaves for 200, 300, and 400 yards. Matching sleeved-on front ramp holds gold bead, and has sight protector with knurled end. Ramp is surrounded with geometric and feather engraving. A wide sling eye engraved with flower on top, is also sleeved-on. Magnum length square bridge Mauser action has been fitted with Hoffman’s folding peep sight on dovetail through bridge. Mauser name on sidewall has been milled away, and area engraved “Hoffman Arms Co”. Receiver ring is stippled and flanked by feather engraving. Damascened bolt with long cocking piece and standard flag safety retains orig pear shaped bolt handle which has been checkered. Double pull trigger retained. Drop box bottom metal with hinged floorplate release in trigger guard bow is engraved with about 50% coverage very well cut varying types of scroll. “HARRY SNYDER” is gold inlaid on floorplate. This fine engraving was most likely done by Rudolf Kornbrath who did most of Hoffman’s engraving. Lightly streaked, dense, European walnut stock measures 13-3/4″ over open sided Hawkins pad, and features right hand shadow line cheekpiece, engraved steel grip cap, and horn forend tip. Checkering at grip and forend is nicely cut and has acanthus carving at sides and ends which has stippled background, all in classic early Hoffman style. Drop at heel: approx 3-1/16″, drop at comb: approx 1-13/16″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 9 lbs. 4 oz. LOP: 13-3/4″. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Metal parts retain most of what appears to be their orig blue, on bbl and action. Bolt and action damascening remains strong. Trigger guard and forward part of bottom metal retain most of their blue, beginning to gray. Floorplate appears to have been re-blued, and retains nearly all of that blue. Wood retains nearly all of an old oil refinish over numerous minor marks and dents, as well as a few scratches. Carving slightly softened. Checkering lightly worn, and has not been re-cut. Pad is most likely original. Bore is excellent, bright, sharp and shiny throughout. Action is smooth. A fine, classic Hoffman; this rifle is pictured in ORIGINAL OBERNDORF SPORTING RIFLES by John Speed et al, as figure 962 on p. 425, and described and pictured again on p. 252. 50655-13 MGM149 (15,000-20,000) C&R – Lot 3221

3222
$12,999.60

*HOFFMAN ARMS MAGNUM SQUARE BRIDGE MAUSER DANGEROUS GAME RIFLE ENGRAVED AND INLAID BY RUDOLF KORNBRATH.

SN 17. Cal. 375 H&H. 24″ Half octagon, half round bbl has integral rib, front portion thinned and slightly milled away forming front ramp. Top is stippled and engraved “No 17 Hoffman Arms Co Cleveland, Ohio” in front of three folding leaf express rear sight with leaves for 100, 200, and 300 yards. Matching front ramp holds ivory bead, and has sight protector with knurled end. A wide sling eye is partially sleeved-on. Magnum length square bridge Mauser action has been fitted with Hoffman’s folding peep sight set into bridge. Sidewall is engraved “WAFFENFABRIK MAUSER – OBERNDORF – a/ n”. Receiver ring is stippled, with heavier stippling on top. Damascened bolt with long cocking piece and standard flag safety retains orig pear shaped bolt handle which has some floral engraving. Drop box bottom metal with hinged floorplate release in trigger guard bow is engraved with about 50% coverage very well cut varying types of scroll. This fine scroll surrounds bust of grizzly bear in relief gold on floorplate, with trigger guard gold inlaid with initials “JLW”. This fine engraving was most certainly done by Rudolf Kornbrath who did the bulk of Hoffman’s engraving. Nicely marbled and lightly figured European walnut stock measures 14″ over wraparound leather faced Silver type pad, and features right hand shadow line cheekpiece, engraved steel grip cap, and horn forend tip. Checkering at grip and forend is nicely cut and has acanthus carving at sides and ends which have stippled background. In addition there are unusual panels of carving either side of action in floral acanthus style. Drop at heel: approx 2-5/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-3/4″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 8 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 14″. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Metal parts retain most of what appears to be their orig blue on bbl and action, with some cleaned spots of oxidation on right side of bbl. Bolt damascening remains strong. Trigger guard and forward part of bottom metal retain most of their blue, possibly enhanced. Engraving remains sharp and clear. Wood retains nearly all of an old oil refinish over numerous minor marks and dents, as well as a few scratches. Carving is very slightly softened. Checkering is lightly worn, and has not been re-cut. Pad is most likely original. Bore is excellent, bright, sharp and shiny throughout. Action is smooth. A fine, classic Hoffman; this rifle was pictured in ORIGINAL OBERNDORF SPORTING RIFLES by John Speed et al, as figure 961 on p. 425, and pictured again as figure 560 on p. 251. 50655-5 MGM150 (15,000-20,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3222

3223
$8,050.00

*MASSIVE CHAMPLAIN DANGEROUS GAME RIFLE BUILT ON BREVEX MAGNUM ACTION WITH SCOPE.

SN CFA005. Cal. 460 Weatherby Magnum. 24″ Heavy bbl fitted with single standing leaf rear sight and ramp front holding gold bead is marked “Champlain Firearms Inc Enid Oklahoma” on top and with caliber on left side. Magnum length Brevex Mauser action with rounded bridge is marked with SN on right side of receiver ring. A Griffin & Howe side mount has been installed. Bolt with engine turned body and extractor has been fitted with Model 70 type safety, and has standard turned down bolt handle with small knob. Bottom metal has deep hinged floorplate retained by button release in trigger guard bow. A commercial trigger has been installed. Nicely streaked European walnut stock measures 14″ over dark brown leather covered pad, and features swept right hand shadow line cheekpiece, steel grip cap, ebony forend tip, and well cut multi-point pattern checkering wrapping around forend and at grip where sides are separated from rectangular checkered area on top by ribbons. Zeiss Diavari – C 1.5 – 4.5 X scope with duplex reticle is in G&H mounts. Drop at heel: approx 2-1/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-11/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight without scope: 9 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14″. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Metal parts retain nearly all of what appears to be their orig blue. Stock shows a light refinish over some minor nicks and scratches, checkering lightly worn. Bore is excellent, bright, sharp and shiny throughout. Action is smooth. Scope is excellent with a number of scratches in body. Optically clear. 50655-4 MGM157 (10,000-12,500) – Lot 3223

3224
$0.00

*CUSTOM MAGNUM MAUSER SPORTING RIFLE WITH SCOPE, MADE FOR ELMER KEITH BY HENRIKSEN USING A HALGER ACTION, AND DOCUMENTED IN HIS BOOKS.

SN 93048. (on bottom of action, stock must be removed to view) Cal. .338 Win Mag. 24″ Lightweight tapered round bbl is marked “HENRIKSEN” around top of breech end, and is fitted with banded-on secondary stock attachment and Redfield ramp with sourdough bead. Caliber is at left rear. Case hardened, magnum length, square bridge Mauser action is engraved “Halger No 85” on side wall (Halger of Kiel made a small number of very high quality custom rifles in high intensity cartridges during the late ’20’s and early ’30’s). Action is fitted with Buhler bases. Bolt has had knob lowered to clear scope, and a Buhler safety has been installed. Bottom metal is fitted with single set trigger. Hinged floorplate is retained by button in trigger guard bow. Custom stock also by Henriksen, with initials “IH” stamped in inletting under receiver ring, is of nicely fiddle figured, dense, American walnut very similar to another Henriksen rifle made for Keith sold by this auction company in March ’15 as lot 1061. It shows the same styling and raised oval on right side of grip, relief engraved with “K”, as Elmer’s take on the Wundhammer swell. Stock features NOSHOK pad, Keith designed swept cheekpiece with roll over to comb, asymmetrical bordered checkering, horn grip cap, and schnabeled forend. Unmarked but fairly high quality scope of about 4 X has dual horizontal crosshair reticle, and is in Buhler rings. Weight with scope: 9 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 13-3/16″. PROVENANCE: Consignor states that her uncle hunted with Elmer Keith in Alaska and bought this rifle from him. And that it is pictured in some of Keith’s books. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining nearly all of its custom blue on bbl, and what appears to be orig finish on stock, with some light handling marks on both. Action retains a considerable amount, probably over 50% of its orig mottled French gray finish. 70% Bright blue remains on bolt stop and floorplate release button. Bore appears to be excellent. Action is smooth. Scope is excellent, optically clear. A fine rifle owned by an iconic gun writer. 51066-1 MGM301 (9,000-14,000) C&R – Lot 3224

3225
$9,200.00

*WALTER ABE BREVEX MAGNUM MAUSER DANGEROUS GAME RIFLE IN .460 WEATHERBY.

SN 219. Cal. 460 Weatherby. 21″ Heavy round bbl is fitted with one standing leaf adjustable express rear sight in large, nicely shaped island base and short front ramp holding white bead. Ramp is fitted with sight protector. Bbl has been ported with three broad grooves on each side, and a wide sling eye has been soldered on. Top of bbl is engraved “WALTER ABE – RIFLEMAKER – CALIFORNIA, U.S.A.” Caliber is at left rear. Nicely finished Brevex magnum length Mauser action with rounded bridge and solid sidewall has been fitted with Model 70 type safety. Small knob bolt handle is checkered on top of knob. A commercial trigger has been fitted. Belgian proofs and SN are on left side of receiver ring. Drop box bottom metal has hinged floorplate with retaining button in trigger guard bow. Nicely streaked European walnut rosewood capped pistol grip stock measures 13-7/8″ over leather faced Silver type pad, and features swept Monte Carlo shadow line right hand cheekpiece, two steel reinforcing pins through stock, point pattern checkering at grip and forend, rosewood forend tip, and a wide sling eye on toe line. Drop at heel: approx 2-1/4″, drop at rear of Monte Carlo: approx 1-9/16″, drop at comb: approx 1-3/4″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 10 lbs. 0 oz. LOP: 13-7/8″. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining essentially all of its fine custom finishes on wood and metal with a considerable number of light handling marks in wood. Checkering somewhat darkened. Bore is excellent, bright, sharp and shiny throughout. Action is smooth. A fast handling large bore rifle in a caliber suitable for any game in the world. 50655-3 MGM159 (8,000-10,000) – Lot 3225

3226
$7,475.00

*GRIFFIN & HOWE MAGNUM SQUARE BRIDGE MAUSER DANGEROUS GAME RIFLE.

SN 20. (ca 1925) Cal. 375 H&H. 24-1/2″ Medium weight round sporter bbl is engraved “No 20 GRIFFIN & HOWE, Inc. NEW YORK” on top. Caliber is on left rear. Bbl is fitted with two folding leaf rear sight in sleeved-on base, and with sleeved-on front ramp holding faux-ivory bead. Ramp is fitted with knurled sight protector. Bbl is also fitted with sleeved-on wide sling eye. Commercial Mauser magnum length square bridge action has top of receiver ring and bridge stippled. A Lyman 48 receiver sight has been fitted with staff cut into bridge. Left receiver wall is marked “WAFFENFABRIK – OBERNDORF a/n”. Bolt with damascened body, long cocking piece, and standard pear shaped knob has typical flag safety, silver inlaid “SAFE” and “READY”. Bolt knob has been checkered in two panels. Action retains two stage single trigger. Drop box bottom metal has hinged floorplate retained by release in bow with normal protruding button removed and hole drilled for use of bullet tip in opening. Lightly marbled and figured dense European walnut stock measures 13-1/2″ over leather faced Silver type pad, and features classic small beaded cheekpiece (as often done by Seymour Griffin), horn grip cap and forend tip. Checkering is of classic Griffin & Howe point pattern with mullered borders. It is interesting to note that this early rifle has no recoil bolt through stock. According to Mike Petrov in CUSTOM GUNMAKERS OF THE 20TH CENTURY, there are a number of G&H rifles with the SN “20” as a number could be assigned to each individual caliber, at the time this rifle was made. Drop at heel: approx 3″, drop at comb: approx 1-13/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 9 lbs. 0 oz. LOP: 13-1/2″. CONDITION: Excellent, as lightly and competently refinished. Metal parts retain essentially all of a very fine rust re-blue over a number of light marks and scratches. Wood also shows a fine hand rubbed oil refinish over a number of light scratches and a few dents, which have been raised. Checkering nicely cleaned up. Newer pad is slightly oversized. Bore is excellent, bright, sharp, and shiny throughout. Action is smooth. A fine, early G&H in arguably the best all around caliber ever designed. 50655-7 MGM153 (8,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 3226

3227
$8,050.00

*FINE GRIFFIN & HOWE BOLT ACTION RIFLE WITH ENGRAVING AND GOLD INLAY MOST LIKELY BY JOSEPH FUGGER WITH SCOPE.

SN 1855. (1947) Cal. 30-06. 24-1/2″ Round sporter bbl is fitted with sleeved-on sling eye and front ramp holding a gold bead. There is a triangle of well cut scroll behind ramp and matching scroll with oak leaves on swivel band. Top of bbl is engraved “No 1855 Griffin & Howe Inc. New York”. Caliber is at left rear. What is most likely a military Model 98 action, is engraved with fine scroll either side of stippled receiver ring, and has been fitted with G&H scope base and Lyman 48 receiver sight which are also nicely engraved. Bolt with damascened body and extractor has had Model 70 type safety installed, and handle bent for low scope, with two checkered panels on round knob. A commercial trigger has been installed. Military bottom metal has had trigger guard bow nicely re-shaped, and lock screw holes welded up. Military type floorplate release has been retained. Magazine with more well cut matching scroll at fore-part has scroll which extends to trigger guard bow, and surrounds well done semi-relief portrait of a white tail deer. Floorplate has more scroll within geometric borders surrounding very well done scene of relief gold inlaid moose in open muskeg background. Very nicely marbled and lightly figured European walnut steel capped pistol grip stock measures 13-3/4″ over Niedner style checkered steel buttplate with trap, which contains staff for receiver sight. Stock features classic post war G&H styling with swept shadow line right hand cheekpiece, ebony forend tip, and well done point pattern checkering at grip and forend with line borders. An early G&H slide-on base with windage adjustment holds Swarovski Habicht 3-9 X scope with duplex reticle. Drop at heel: approx 2-1/2″, drop at comb: approx 1-7/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight with scope: 9 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 13-3/4″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbl and action retain nearly all of what appears to be their orig blue; the same can be said for magazine and trigger guard. Floorplate appears to have been re-blued and retains nearly all of that blue over some dimples and marks. Stock retains nearly all of what appears to be orig finish with some light marks, checkering possibly cleaned up, as it is quite bright. Blue on grip cap has a purple hue. Scope is excellent with a few light rubs, optically clear. Bore is excellent, bright sharp and shiny throughout. Action is smooth. 50594-66 MGM156 (7,500-12,500) C&R – Lot 3227

3228
$0.00

*MURPHY’S (BRIAN MURRAY GUNSMITH) ORIGINAL OBERNDORF SQUARE BRIDGE MAGNUM MAUSER DANGEROUS GAME RIFLE IN .375 H&H.

SN 87787. (on bottom of receiver, must be taken out of stock to view) Cal. 375 H&H. 23-1/2″ Heavy round bbl is fitted with one standing leaf removable express rear sight in quarter rib, cut for Talley type scope rings. A sling eye and long front ramp are banded on. Ramp holds gold bead and has knurled sight protector secured by detent. Top of bbl is engraved “Murphy’s .375 H & H”. Matte finished orig Mauser magnum length action with square bridge is marked with “Waffenfabrik Mauser” and Oberndorf address on sidewall. Bolt has standard flag safety with checkered top in standard pear shaped knob with four checkered panels. A single stage commercial trigger has been fitted. British view proof is on left side of receiver ring. Drop box bottom metal has hinged floorplate with retaining button in trigger guard bow. Nicely streaked and marbled European walnut steel capped pistol grip stock measures 13-3/4″ over Silver type pad, and features swept shadow line right hand cheekpiece, two steel reinforcing pins through stock, borderless point pattern checkering at grip and forend, ebony forend tip, and a wide sling eye on toe line. Drop at heel: approx 2-3/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-3/4″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 10 lbs. 4 oz. LOP: 13-3/4″. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining essentially all of its fine custom finishes on wood and metal with only a few very light handling marks. Checkering is crisp. Bore is excellent, bright, sharp and shiny throughout. Action is smooth. A finely finished, attractive big bore rifle. 50655-8 MGM160 (7,500-9,500) – Lot 3228

3229
$8,625.00

*FINE CUSTOM MODEL 70 DANGEROUS GAME BOLT RIFLE BY DARWIN HENSLEY WITH SCOPE.

SN 80097. Cal. 375 H&H. This nicely appointed rifle exudes the fine craftsmanship one would expect from this esteemed craftsman, with 24″ medium weight bbl, fitted with finely sculpted quarter rib integral with front scope base, which extends on to and screws into receiver ring. Rib is fitted with one standing, two folding leaf express rear sight with gold lines. Front ramp with detent held sight protector is fitted with silver bead. Ramp and sling eye are banded on. Top of bbl is engraved in English script “Darwin Hensley No 134”. Caliber is at left rear. Transitional Model 70 action has had bolt handle replaced in classic turned down Mauser pear-knob style. Bolt shroud is case hardened. Safety lever and bolt release button have been built up and nicely shaped. Well machined magnum bottom metal has drop box and hinged floorplate with release in trigger guard bow. Classically styled, steel capped pistol grip stock appears to be of lightly figured and dark streaked mesquite. Stock features shadow line right hand cheekpiece, two recoil bolts, ebony forend tip, and exceptionally well cut point pattern checkering with mullered borders at grip and forend. Rifle is fitted with “London Guns” red Silver type pad. Leupold Vari X III 1.5 X 5 scope with duplex reticle is in Talley type rings. Drop at heel: approx 2-1/16″, drop at comb: approx 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/8″ off. Weight without scope: 8 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, retaining nearly all of its fine custom finishes on wood and metal, with only a few handling marks and scratches. Mechanically crisp. Scope is excellent, optics clear. 50594-65 MGM252 (6,000-10,000) – Lot 3229

3230
$3,450.00

*FINE NIEDNER RIFLE CORP COMMERCIAL MAUSER SPORTING RIFLE.

SN 93583. Cal. 30-06. 24-1/2″ Lightweight round bbl fitted with sleeved-on sling eye and front ramp holding sourdough sight and fitted with knurled protector, is marked “NIEDNER RIFLE CORP, DOWAGIAC, MICH.” Caliber is marked at left rear under “NP” in an oval proof. Standard length commercial Mauser action has had receiver ring stippled, and Lyman 48 receiver sight installed. Orig Mauser WM Oberndorf markings are on left sidewall. SN along with another NP proof is on left side of receiver ring. Bolt with damascened body and extractor has short cocking piece, flag safety, and orig unaltered pear-shaped knob. Double stage single trigger is retained. Standard bottom metal has hinged floorplate retained by pivoting lever in front of trigger guard. Lightly marbled and figured dense European walnut horn capped pistol grip stock measures 13-1/2″ over checkered Niedner style buttplate, and features right hand cheekpiece, schnabeled horn forend tip, and very cleanly cut point pattern checkering with line borders. The noted Tom Shelhammer did many stocks for Niedner Rifle Corp, and the fine workmanship exhibited in this example would lead one to believe he was the stocker, however no signature is found under grip cap or buttplate. CONDITION: Excellent, appears to be near new, retaining almost all its orig blue, with only a hint of high edge wear, and some rubs on sling eye. Stock is excellent with fine hand rubbed oil finish, and only a few minor scattered dings. Bore is excellent, sharp and shiny throughout. Action is smooth. A fine example of this classic American sporter. 50655-15 MGM154 (6,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 3230

3231
$0.00

*FINE NIEDNER RIFLE CORP COMMERCIAL SQUARE BRIDGE MAUSER SPORTING RIFLE.

SN 93386. (on bottom of action behind recoil lug) Cal. 30-06. 22-1/2″ Lightweight round bbl fitted with stippled quarter rib mounting one standing, three folding leaf express rear sight, has sleeved-on front ramp holding gold bead and fitted with knurled protector held by detent. Bbl is marked “NIEDNER RIFLE CORP, DOWAGIAC, MICH.” A sling loop is soldered to bottom of bbl. Standard length commercial Mauser action with square bridge has had receiver ring and top of bridge stippled. Bolt with damascened body and extractor has long cocking piece, standard flag safety, and orig unaltered pear-shaped knob. Double stage single trigger is retained. Standard bottom metal has hinged floorplate retained by latch in trigger guard bow. Nicely streaked European walnut steel capped pistol grip stock measures 13-7/8″ over Mauser type engraved steel buttplate with trap, and features right hand double beaded cheekpiece, ebony forend tip, and point pattern checkering with mullered borders. Drop at heel: approx 2-13/16″, drop at comb: approx 1-3/4″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 13-7/8″. CONDITION: Excellent, as refinished. All metal parts retain most of a sympathetic re-blue over some light marks and scratches Stock retains most of a fine hand rubbed oil finish, over some light dents and marks. Checkering lightly worn, and somewhat filled with finish. Bore is excellent, sharp and shiny throughout. Action is smooth. 50655-16 MGM155 (6,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 3231

3232
$4,025.00

*”DER AFRIKANER” CUSTOM COMMERCIAL MAUSER BY OLD TIME MAUSER GURU LESTER WOMACK.

SN 104596. Cal. 458 Win Mag. Lester Womack wrote one of the first books pertaining to commercial Mauser rifles, and undoubtedly came up with this fine custom rifle as his ideal for an African safari or a professional hunter, chambered in a cartridge found throughout the safari hunting areas of Africa. In its modern loading it has earned a stellar reputation. This rifle has 21″ tapered, octagon bbl with integral matted rib fitted with one standing, three folding express rear sight with gold lines with leaves marked for 100, 200, and 300 yards. Center portion is slightly milled away forming shallow ramp holding large front bead which is covered by sight protector. Sling eye is also milled integral with bbl, and rear portion of bbl is stamped “WOMACK” in classic Mauser type logo, which is over caliber. Rear portion of rib is engraved “DER AFRIKANER”. Standard length commercial Mauser 98 action with checkered top receiver ring, BUG proofs on left side, is marked with Mauser name and address on side wall. Unaltered commercial bolt with pear-shaped knob has long cocking piece and standard flag safety. Rifle is fitted with two stage single trigger. It appears that this action was originally made for the 10.5 x 68 cartridge, with wide magazine box and follower, ideal for short magnum cartridges. Bottom metal has hinged floorplate with release button in trigger guard bow. Well figured, dense, American walnut trap steel capped pistol grip stock measures 14-1/2″ over partially leather covered Silver type pad, and features right hand cheekpiece, point pattern checkering, reinforcing bolt, and slight schnabel. Drop at heel: approx 2-1/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-3/4″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 8 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. CONDITION: Excellent, as custom finished, retaining nearly all of its well done finishes on wood and metal. Bore is excellent. Action is smooth. A good handling, well balanced rifle. 50655-12 MGM247 (5,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 3232

3233
$0.00

*CUSTOM ENGRAVED PRE 64 MODEL 70 WINCHESTER WITH BAUSH & LOMB.

SN 275493. Cal. 30-06. Manufactured 1953 with 24″ bbl with standard checkered Pre 64 Model 70 rifle stock with steel checkered buttplate. Mounted with factory swing swivels and Baush & Lomb quick detachable scope mount and rings with a balvar 4-power scope with post and crosshair reticle. Expertly engraved on bbl with scroll and vine with faded background of dot punch. Floorplate and trigger guard engraved by the same hand with a silver inlaid large bear with mountain scene in background and surrounded by foliate arabesque with same on trigger guard with a single line border on exterior. Work is not signed but is of extremely good quality and quite aesthetically pleasing. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall as refinished at time of engraving. A very high polish blue on bbl, bolt handle and cocking assembly shows no wear, distress or finish loss. Engraved floorplate and trigger guard assembly are likewise as fine and silver inlay has taken on a very pleasant aged patina. Scope and mounts are crystal clear and are in factory new condition. Winchester stock is extremely fine and has had an additional coat of finish applied but was not sanded or had any material removed. A very attractive custom engraved Model 70. 51033-40 TDW (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 3233

3234
$1,380.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 70 FEATHERWEIGHT CUSTOM STOCKED BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 559044. Cal. 30-06. Third type pre-64 featherweight action. 22″ bbl with ramp mounted 103C front sight and 16B folding leaf rear sight. Bolt is numbered to rifle. Custom Monte Carlo walnut Sporter stock. Stock features fleur-de-lis wraparound hand checkering and Iver Johnson hard rubber grip cap. Stock utilizes orig sling swivels and has LOP of 13-5/8″ to orig plastic butt plate. CONDITION: Over 90% blue on bbl and action with fading on bolt handle. Alloy trigger guard and floor plate have light faded finish. Gloss finish stock shows scattered scratches and handling marks. Very good bore. 50604-17 DS (1,500-2,500) – Lot 3234

3235
$575.00

*CUSTOM MODEL 54 WINCHESTER SPORTER CALIBER 22 HORNET.

SN 45041A. Manufactured 1935 with 24″ bbl and chambered for the 22 Hornet cal. Has had a relatively contemporary Monte Carlo sporting stock attached utilizing the Winchester checkered steel buttplate, a steel pistol grip cap, and the Winchester Model 54 trigger guard assembly. CONDITION: Refinished overall to a high gloss finish. Rear sight has been replaced with an unknown sheet metal sporting rear sight with elevator. Left side of receiver has been drilled and tapped by an early Weaver tip-off scope mount and has five 8×40 screw holes drilled and tapped that now have plug screws installed. Bolt has had a custom bolt handle installed giving it a longer throw. Trigger guard polished in same manner as bbl and receiver. Contemporary Monte Carlo stock is of straight grained American walnut with a fruit wood forend tip with maple spacer. Safety has been cut for apparent scope use but is still functional. Action functions well. Bore is lightly pitted at throat. 51033-45 TDW (500-1,000) C&R – Lot 3235

3236
$10,350.00

*FINELY APPOINTED AND ENGRAVED, GOLD INLAID “LEOPARD”, WINCHESTER MODEL 70 CUSTOM SHOP RIFLE PICTURED ON THE COVER OF THE CATALOG FOR THE CUSTOM SHOP OF WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS COMPANY, WITH SCOPE AND BOX.

SN G18. Cal. 338 Winchester Magnum. Most likely part of a series of rifles made by the custom shop honoring the “big five”. This finely made custom rifle is gold inlaid “Leopard” on top of 24″ round lightweight bbl with Winchester “CUSTOM CLASSIC” markings. A folding adjustable leaf rear sight is in screwed on island base, and silver bead front is in streamlined base with hood. Breech end of bbl has 1″ triangles of scroll with inlaid gold line matching that around muzzle. Coin finished Model 70 controlled feed action fitted with Talley type detachable scope blocks, is engraved with near full coverage well cut small scroll within gold line inlaid borders. Engravers signature, “Geid Rausch” is on top of sidewall. Bolt with jeweled body has engraved shroud and bolt root matching action. Knob has ring of knurling outlined by gold lines, and engraved feather burst on end. Bottom metal has matching scroll and gold borders surrounding exceptionally well detailed full relief rendition of gold leopard leaping down from large old gnarled tree. This fine engraving extends to grip cap, which also has a relief head of snarling leopard. Nicely marbled European walnut pistol grip stock measures 13-3/4″ over brown leather covered pad, and features shadow line right hand cheekpiece, ebony forend tip, engraved recoil crossbolt, and borderless point pattern checkering. Leupold Vari-X III 2.5 x 8 scope with duplex reticle is in Talley type rings engraved to match action. Drop at heel: approx 1-5/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-3/4″. Cast: Neutral. Weight without scope: 8 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 13-3/4″. Rifle is accompanied by its orig white box with red Winchester logo, with end label for this particular rifle, with an order date of 6/22/90. PROVENANCE: Winchester Custom Guns “literature” with this gun pictured on the cover. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially NIB, with the faintest of handling marks on all fine finishes. Mechanically crisp. Scope is excellent, optics clear. Box is excellent. . 50819-27 MGM203 (8,000-12,000) – Lot 3236

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3237
$5,175.00

*WINCHESTER PRE-64 MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 302136. Cal. 35 Rem. Third type rifle 24″ bbl. Bottom of bbl is marked “35 REM” with date marking “47”. Stippled ramp 103C front sight with hood along with 16B folding leaf rear sight. Bolt has deep SN marking matching rifle. Mag box is 2 partition style with 2-9/16″ opening stamped “7”. Short mag follow and spring, extractor is stamped “R” and is the proper 250-3000 style extractor ring and ejector. Monte Carlo standard grade checkered walnut stock with sling swivels and checkered buttplate. There were only 253 Model 70’s made between 1946-1948 in this caliber, and finding an all correct original example is a real find. Excerpt from Roger Rule’s book substantiates production totals. CONDITION: Very good blue showing light wear on the bolt handle. Stock finish is very good showing only very few marks. Very good bore. 50967-2 DS (5,000-8,000) – Lot 3237

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3238
$3,162.50

*FINE WINCHESTER MODEL 70 CALIBER 257 ROBERTS.

SN 230717. Manufactured 1952 with 24″ bbl. Bbl has traditional Winchester address and marked “Model 70 257 Roberts”. Traditional hooded ramp front sporting sight with sporting rear sight. Matte finished receiver with two holes drilled over chamber and two over receiver bridge. Traditional Winchester Model 70 stock. Checkered both forearm and wrist with factory swivels. Steel trigger guard and floorplate and checkered Winchester steel buttplate. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with virtually no finish wear on bbl. Receiver finish is superb with a very light witness mark from having had a scope mount attached at some previous time. Bolt is factory numbered very lightly to rifle and most all blue remains on extractor sides of bolt handle and cocking assembly. Buttplate is exceptionally fine with only a trace of wear at the very toe from storage. Trigger guard is equally as fine with only the slightest amount of edge wear on trigger guard itself. Floorplate is superb with no blemishes or distress. All screws are fine with no evidence of tool marks or distress. Rifle is missing follower and follower spring. Attached to this rifle is a Winchester Model 70 hand tag of unknown origin or time frame. 51033-41 TDW (3,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 3238

3239
$2,875.00

*EXCEPTIONALLY FINE WINCHESTER MODEL 70 300 H&H MAGNUM.

SN 181502. Manufactured 1951. 26″ bbl with traditional Winchester markings and marked “300 H&H Magnum”. Standard 1-pc Winchester Model 70 stock. Checkered forearm and wrist. Checkered Winchester buttplate with steel trigger guard and floorplate. Winchester factory installed swing swivels with bolt factory numbered matching receiver. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine with no visible traces or indication of actual use. All blue finish on bbl remains in as shipped condition. Receiver on exterior retains all of its satin factory finish with only the slightest amount of wear on the inside from operation of bolt. Bolt handle and cocking assembly are perfect with no signs of distress or finish loss. Bolt body shows very light use and only a trace of wear on top of extractor from bolt being operated. Trigger guard and floorplate are as new with no visible distress or finish loss. Checkered steel buttplate is perfect as well with no traces of finish loss. Checkering is sharp, well defined and has no distress. An exceptionally fine Winchester Model 70. 51033-44 TDW (3,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 3239

3240
$2,587.50

*WINCHESTER MODEL 70 STANDARD IN .375 H&H MAG.

SN 212890. Cal. 375 H&H Mag. Standard configuration and markings with 25″ bbl fitted with two folding leaf rear sight, rear portion of receiver drilled and tapped, steel bottom metal, and Winchester pad with checkered walnut stock without Monte Carlo. CONDITION: Excellent. Metal parts retain nearly all of their orig finish, with a few light marks and scratches. Blue on trigger guard and floorplate show edge wear. Stock has a considerable number of light marks and scratches, and small patches of finish lifted off. Bore is excellent. Action is smooth. 51087-7 MGM326 (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 3240

3241
$0.00

*WINCHESTER PRE-64 MODEL 70 BOLT ACTION RIFLE.

SN 493358. Cal. 375 H&H Mag. 25″ bbl with hooded ramp front sight and 70B rollover rear sight. Receiver is fitted with Warne QD style scope bases. Bolt is numbered to match rifle. Fiberthane synthetic cheekpiece replacement stock with QD swivel bases and OD green textured finish. LOP 13-1/2″ over decelerator pad. CONDITION: Over 95% orig blue. Stock has very good finish. Very good bore. 50610-13 DS (1,800-2,500) – Lot 3241

3242
$2,300.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 70 SUPER GRADE PRE-64 RIFLE.

SN 104351. Cal. 300HH MAG. 26″ bbl. Hooded ramp front sight with filler in rear dovetail having Redfield two piece scope bases. Bolt has matching SN. Super Grade marked floorplate. Trigger guard, bow has been thinned and reshaped. Posts with grooves added to front of floorplate release button. Straight comb cheekpiece walnut sporter stock. Stock features black forearm tip, hard rubber grip cap, wrap around Super Grade hand checkering, and Super Grade inletted swivel bases. LOP 13-7/8″ over after market solid red Old English pad. CONDITION: Bbl and receiver retain about 95% orig blue. Trigger guard and floor plate have very good matte blue finish. Orig stock finish shows spots of wear with numerous scratches, dents and handling marks. Very good bore. 50610-12 DS (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 3242

3243
$2,012.50

*WINCHESTER MODEL 70 FEATHERWEIGHT IN .270 WITH SCOPE.

SN 509176. Cal. 270. Standard configuration and markings with 22″ bbl, aluminum bottom metal, composition buttplate, and checkered walnut stock with Monte Carlo. B & L scope with crosshair reticle is in B&L mounts. CONDITION: Excellent. Metal parts retain nearly all of their orig finish, except bottom metal is silvering on edges. Trigger guard bow shows restoration. Small dent at rear of floorplate. Stock has a few dents and scratches, most noticeably a 2-1/2″ scratch on left butt. Bore is excellent. Action is smooth. Scope is good, optically clear. 50604-14 MGM324 (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 3243

3244
$2,300.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 70 STANDARD IN .243 WITH SCOPE.

SN 432220. Cal. 243. Standard configuration and markings with 24″ bbl, steel bottom metal, checkered steel buttplate, and checkered walnut stock with Monte Carlo. B & L 2.5 x 8 scope with tapered crosshair reticle is in B&L mounts. CONDITION: Excellent. Metal parts retain nearly all of their orig finish, with a few light marks and scratches. Stock has a few light marks and dents. Bore is excellent. Action is smooth. Scope is excellent, with some scratches, optically good. 50604-15 MGM325 (2,000-3,000) C&R – Lot 3244

3245
$1,437.50

*WINCHESTER MODEL 70 FEATHERWEIGHT IN .308 WITH ALUMINUM BUTTPLATE AND SCOPE.

SN 267876. Cal. 308. Standard configuration and markings with 22″ bbl, aluminum bottom metal, aluminum buttplate, and checkered walnut stock with Monte Carlo. Weaver K 2.5 scope with crosshair reticle is in old Redfield rings and one piece base. CONDITION: Excellent. Metal parts retain nearly all of their orig finish. Stock has a considerable number of light marks and scuffs. Heel of buttplate dented and scuffed with associated wood compressed, chipped and cracked. Bore is excellent. Action is smooth. Scope is good, optically good. 50604-16 MGM323 (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 3245

3246
$0.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 70 PRE 64 MANUFACTURED 1949 CALIBER 270.

SN 119784. 24″ bbl with Lyman ivory bead sporting front sight and Lyman folding rear sight. Bbl marked “Winchester Model 70 270 WCF”. Traditional checkered walnut Model 70 stock with checkered steel buttplate and factory installed swing swivels. Steel trigger guard and floorplate. Manufactured 1949. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Good as refinished. Bore and mechanics are excellent. Receiver and bbl have most all factory blue finish remaining with thinning and muzzle wear. A 1/4″ diameter spot on bottom of bbl where finish has been chemically etched off. Finish over chamber and forward receiver ring is worn very thin from evident hand carry. Floorplate and trigger guard are in matching condition with thinning finish with slight loss at edges. Checkered Winchester steel buttplate retains approximately two thirds of its factory blue finish. Rear sight has been exchanged for a contemporary Lyman folding sight. A slight amount of finish wear is evident from where the previous elevator was present on the earlier sight. Walnut checkered stock has been tastefully refinished over a number of small bruises and light darkened scratches. Most of the newer stock finish remains with some slight flaking towards end of butt and forward of trigger guard assembly. Bolt handle has retained most factory finish with typical thinning on side and bottom. Cocking assembly is quite fresh and has a minimum of finish wear at the very rear. Bolt is numbered on underside to match receiver. 51033-42 TDW (1,500-2,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3246

3247
$0.00

*RESTORED WINCHESTER MODEL 70 CALIBER 300 H&H.

SN 255524. Manufactured 1953 with 26″ bbl and traditional checkered pistol grip. Model 70 stock with steel Winchester buttplate and steel Winchester trigger guard and floorplate. CONDITION: Very good overall as refinished. All the refinish remains on bbl, action, buttplate and trigger guard assembly. Bore and mechanics are excellent. Bbl has been refinished at some previous date with evidence of some slight surface distress and very minor pitting over Winchester address. Lettering is slightly washed, however, proof on bbl is sharp. Rear sight has been replaced with folding Lyman sight. Receiver has been properly lightly etched and then refinished to a matte finish very similar to factory. All this finish remains. Bolt handle and cocking assembly both show signs of slight over-polishing, but is well executed and all refinish remains. Buttplate and trigger guard are both finished in the same manner with a slight dull hot blue finish very close to that of Winchester. Rifle stock has had checkering professionally chased and a rather heavy application of finish has been applied and has left a slight orange peel effect on buttstock and forearm forward of trigger guard. Bolt body has been properly polished and looks excellent. 51033-43 TDW (1,200-1,700) C&R – Lot 3247

3248
$7,475.00

*WINCHESTER 52B BOXED SPORTING RIFLE.

SN 72924B. Cal 22LR. 24″ sporter weight bbl with bead front sight on stipple ramp with hood. Lyman receiver sight. Straight comb cheeked piece walnut sporting stock. Stock features black forearm tip, black rubber grip cap, hand checkering, inletted Super Grade swivel bases and checkered steel buttplate. Floor plate is marked “Sporting”. Proper style 5 round detachable mag. Proper style two piece box, end label appears to be renumbered. Box contains properly numbered bolt tag, instruction papers, and shooting commandment pamphlet. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and action retain over 98% orig blue. Bolt handle and floor plate have very good reblued finish. Very good bore. Stock shows scattered handling marks and small chips at tow. Both top and bottom of box show wear, having tears on end flaps and sides. 50819-33 DS (5,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 3248

3249
$287.50

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1905 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE.

SN 233. Cal. 35. Very early three digit SN. 22″ rnd bbl, open sporting sights. Takedown receiver. 5-shot removable mag marked “-.35 Cal.-” at bottom. Straight grip. Winchester logo hard rubber buttplate. Sling swivels added. CONDITION: Good as totally refinished. Bbl, receiver & forend cap have all been reblued. Roll stamp on bbl & proof marks muted. Blue shows wear & handling marks. Wood has been gloss refinished with metal now proud of wood. Bright bore with good rifling & minor pitting. Mechanics appear sound. 50974-3 TJW (750-1,250) C&R – Lot 3249

3250
$0.00

*EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOM ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 63.

SN 20683A. Cal. 22LR. Winchester Model 63 with 20″ rnd bbl with two golds bands inlaid at muzzle with receiver engraved and gold inlaid. Left side of receiver contains a vignette game scene with 3 rabbits inlaid in gold in a prairie setting with dual gold rope borders surrounding vignette with a single gold chase line border on exterior. With balance engraved in foliate and arabesque filling balance of receiver. Right side has a vignette with a large gold inlaid white tail buck standing amongst a forest scene background surrounded with a dual gold rope border with a single gold chase line following the outer perimeter of the receiver with balance filled with foliate and arabesque coverage. Top of receiver has a large gold inlay vine and scroll. Both sides of receiver bolsters have flowing gold inlay. Deep blue finish overall mounted in 2-3X vibrant flame crotch walnut with checkered pistol grip and forearm with a gloss piano varnish. CONDITION: Virtually as new, with very light compression scratches on toe of buttstock as well as a small loss of gold inlay on right side of receiver vignette. Bore and mechanics are bright and excellent. 51033-35 TDW (6,000-8,500) C&R – Lot 3250

3251
$2,875.00

*EXCEPTIONAL WINCHESTER MODEL 63 HIGH GRADE ENGRAVED WITH GOLD INLAYS.

SN STH0973. Cal. 22LR. One of 1000 manufactured in 1997 with deluxe select walnut stocks, checkered in the H pattern. 23″ bbl and factory engraved and gold inlay with game scenes and gold finished trigger. Sporting adjustable rear sight with traditional sporting front blade sight. 10-shot magazine capacity and is No. 973 of the 1000 produced complete with orig shipping box and paperwork. CONDITION: Factory new and appears unfired. The deluxe 2 to 3 X flame crotch walnut stocks are illustriously piano finished. The high polish blue bbl and receiver show no signs of wear or distress. Left side of receiver is game scene engraved with gold inlay squirrels surrounded with foliate arabesque patterns with snake and dot border and a gold chase line accent. Right side of receiver is game scene engraved with gold inlaid rabbits with foliate arabesque patterns with snake and dot border and gold chase line accents. Very stunning. 50731-8 TDW (1,500-2,500) – Lot 3251

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3252
$9,775.00
Revised: 10/5/2016

Please Note: Caliber is 303 Savage.

Please Note: There are a couple of small stress cracks on the stock at the rear of the tang.

*EXCEPTIONAL SPECIAL ORDER FACTORY ENGRAVED SAVAGE MODEL 99 RIFLE.

SN 22708. 26″ tapered oct bbl with tall sporting front sight and folding semi-buckhorn mid sight. Factory documented as special ordered May 3, 1901, by Mr. W.G. Mann. Rifle delivered September 30, 1903, with style B engraving done by Mr. Enoch Tue. Rifle was ordered with fancy engraving and checkering and was delivered with highly figured walnut stocks masterfully checkered with almost full checkering coverage from both sides of wrist all the way up the back to just to the rear of tang. A panel of checkering was performed on both sides of stock above trigger and to rear of receiver. Forearm checkered in a matching pattern is tightly checkered from a 1/2″ from the front of the receiver to 3-1/2″ to the forearm’s semi-schnable forend tip. Stocked with a matching piece of highly figured American walnut with crescent butt. Left side of receiver is engraved with a small vignette of a running deer with a mountain scene background with a 2-line border. Balance is foliate arabesque coverage with a single line border and a chiseled cut design border at very rear of receiver and at front of receiver carrying over the top with attractive engraving on receiver bolster. Right side of receiver is a vignette of a white tail doe running with forest background and stream frontage. Engraved in the identical pattern as the opposing side with foliate arabesque with single line border. Top crest of left side of receiver bordered on both sides with scrolls is factory engraved the name “W.G. Mann”. CONDITION: Condition is superb overall, with only very slight traces of wear on the crowns of the oct bbl. with a trace of muzzle wear where finish is slightly thinning. Receiver is exceptional with only several small areas of finish thinning or wear and they are only at the extreme high points of the rear flats of the receiver. The case colored lever retains virtually all of its vivid case colors. The extra fancy walnut stocks have several very small abrasions and scratches at the very toe area, but retain virtually all of its deep piano finish. One small repair has been performed on the forearm at the very back left top. A small chip of which the orig. material has been reattached and is stable. A spectacular engraved Savage with factory documentation. 50506-63 TDW (7,500-12,500) C&R – Lot 3252

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3253
$0.00

*VERY FINE CUSTOM J.E. GEBBY SINGLE SHOT CALIBER .22 VARMINTER.

SN 485. Cal. 22 Varminter. Manufactured by custom gunsmith and ballistician. J.E. Gebby custom heavy bbl Varminter with 27″ bbl, wide target forearm and custom pistol grip buttstock with high comb cheek rest and checkered steel buttplate. Double set Winchester triggers with Schuetzen pattern Winchester lever mounted on a commercially finished Winchester Model 1885 high wall single shot action. J.E. Gebby, one of the three principal inventors of the 22 Varminter cartridge now known as the 22-250. He commercially sold his bbls and rifles to target- and varmint-shooting enthusiasts. Rifle has an 8″ case color Unertl scope base mounted on bbl top. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with virtually all of its period custom finish intact. Bore and mechanics are very fine with double set triggers functioning properly. Nicely figured 2-pc walnut stocks retain most all of their somewhat contemporary gloss finish. A stock repair on right side of wrist is evident, however, suffers very slight material loss but is quite stable. A number of very slight nicks and scratches are evident on the flat-based target forearm as well as very light scratches in butt stock towards buttplate. An overall classic custom made single shot. 50746-2 (4,000-7,000) C&R – Lot 3253

3254
$207,000.00

ANNIE OAKLEY’S PERSONAL 12 GAUGE WILLIAM CASHMORE BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN IN ORIGINAL, AS FOUND, UNTOUCHED CONDITION THAT SHE IS SHOWN WITH IN NUMEROUS PHOTOGRAPHS.

SN 9270. (ca 1893) Cal. 12 ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. Annie Oakley “Little Sure Shot” was born in 1860, and her amazing talent for marksmanship came to light when she was just 15 years old, when she won a shooting match with traveling marksman, and later husband, Frank E. Butler. The couple joined Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show a few years later, and Annie became world renowned. Throughout her career she used a number of different firearms, some specially ordered by her, others were gifts from different gun makers. This gun was made shortly after the end of a three year European tour with the Wild West Show, and it is not known if it was a gift, or was ordered. It is directly tied to “Little Sure Shot” by its silver shield at rear of comb, engraved with monogram “AO”. There is an arched stamp in the wood to the right side of the trigger plate “OAKLEY”. The “OAKLEY” marking is quite special in that it comes from the relief die of her name, that she used to mark coins she shot in trick shooting. The gun was made with 28″ chopper lump bbls with a narrow, matted, game rib engraved “Wm CASHMORE MAKER BIRMINGHAM” and “Highest Awards. Adelaide. Melbourne. Launceston & Hobart” “Sir J. Whitworth’s Fluid Compress’d Steel”. According to Cashmore advertising, the Tasmanian awards date to 1891 and 1892, and factory records indicate SN “9444” was made about 1895. This pretty well dates this gun to ca 1893. Bbl flats are stamped with Birmingham black powder proofs for 12 ga. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with Whitworth sheaf of wheat trademarks. Case hardened boxlock action features automatic safety (SAFE engraved on gold band) and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with 90% coverage exceptionally well cut, small, tight scroll within small open scroll borders. “WM CASHMORE is in scrolled riband on each side of action. Matching trigger guard has SN on tang. Nicely marbled and lightly figured European walnut Prince of Wales grip buttstock measures 13-3/4” over checkered wood butt with engraved steel heel and toe plates. Side panels are deeply recessed and checkered, and terminate in very fine traditional drop points. Grip checkering is point pattern and borderless. The aforementioned “AO” monogrammed silver shield is on comb near heel, identical to another 1893 Cashmore now at the Buffalo Bill Historical Center in Cody, WY. “OAKLEY” is stamped on bottom front right of stock. Matching splinter ejector forend with Anson release is stamped with Cashmore’s running rabbit trademark on bright polished iron. Bore diameter: left -.730, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .039 (extra full), right – .006 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .027, right – .030. Drop at heel: 1-15/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 13-3/4″. Accompanying this gun is a notarized affidavit telling the best recollections of Helen Steel (who missed a few dates, but otherwise, story seems factual) who sold the gun to Michael Del Castello. This letter (notarized 1987) by Helen R. Steel describes what she could tell of this gun, and its history, and how her grandfather acquired it: “As I remember it was about 1921 when my step-grandfather, Albert Hale Mershon, learned that Annie Oakley had been injured in a car accident and was in a hospital in the Daytona Beach area where he and my father’s mother lived. Being a longtime fan of Annie – he and his wife took flowers from their garden to the hospital. During several visits my step-grandfather and Annie Oakley became good friends. After she was released from the hospital Grandfather purchased the shotgun from Annie for $150.00. The shotgun passed to my father, Louis Davis Steel, upon my grandfathers death in the late 1920’s. I remember my mother reading Annie’s letter which accompanied the sale, and her telling me that perhaps someday the shotgun and letter might have some value. Unfortunately my mother put the letter in a safe place, and I have been unable to find it. She died in 1966. The shotgun has remained in my possession for many years, and only because of my deteriorating health, I have reluctantly decided to part with it.” Various copies of Cashmore advertising with testimonials from Annie Oakley, one stating “The gun you made me is exactly what I ordered, and, if anything, more than I expected. I used it in my exhibitions here, and made some long shots at pigeons while the wind was blowing very strong.” This gun is possibly the best known of all of Annie’s shotguns that she obviously loved and used a lot, showing honest use, but well cared for “as found” retaining strong finish and hand worn patina. PROVENANCE: Annie Oakley, about 1893; Albert Hale Mershon, about 1925; Mrs. Louis Davis Steele; Helen R. Steel, 1966; Michael Del Castello; Greg Martin; pictured on pg 120 & 131 of “Buffalo Bill’s Wild West An American Legend” by R. L. Wilson. CONDITION: Fine, as found. Bbls retain most of their orig plum blue, with many light marks, and a few dents. Action retains approx 40% orig case color, considerably faded and lightly silvered. There is a considerable amount of pinprick pitting on fences. Blue of top lever is considerably silvered at thumbpiece. Trigger guard is somewhat squashed, and retains maybe 10% blue. Stocks retain most of what is possibly their orig oil finish, considerably worn, with numerous marks and dings associated with considerable carrying and use. Checkering is worn and grimy. There are cracks through wrist on left side starting about 1/2″ in front of trigger guard screw running up and back toward comb, with corresponding crack on right side running from behind screw up into comb. This shows evidence of old repair. It flexes slightly. Bores are fine, with scattered frosting and light pits. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. 50591-1 MGM102 (125,000-175,000) – Lot 3254

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3255
$0.00

*EXCEPTIONALLY FINE “GOLDEN AGE” BOSS HEAVY PROOF PIGEON GUN IN EXCELLENT ORIGINAL CONDITION, WITH NEW CASE.

SN 7802. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. This wonderful gun, ordered in 1930, remains in exceptionally fine, mostly original, condition, and has 30″ chopper lump bbls with flat, matted, pigeon rib. Tops of bbls are engraved “Boss & Co 13, Dover Street, Piccadilly, London, W.” and “Made in England”. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers, and 1-1/4 oz of shot. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with SNs and Whitworth sheaf of wheat logos. Robust, sidelock action is stocked to the fences, and features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, gold line tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers. Action and lockplates are engraved in typical Boss house style rose and scroll with 19 rose bouquets, most likely done by the revered Jack Sumner. “Boss & Co” is on the front of each lockplate. Matching blued single beaded trigger guard has SN relief engraved on long tang. Finely streaked, and lightly fiddle figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over checkered wood butt. Stock features classic drop points, point pattern grip checkering, and a gold oval on toe line engraved “R. B. A.” In typical Boss fashion the toe line has a reverse camber of approx 3/16″ giving a sleek racy look. Matching splinter Boss ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.729, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .035 (full), right – .034 (full) (there is a .001 recess before the lead of each choke, as often done in pigeon guns so they would pattern with a “hot” center). Wall thickness: left – .026, right – .029. Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast slightly off. Weight: 7 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Fine quality leather case with leather corners has central brass oval on top. Interior is lined in green cloth, and has reproduction Boss Cork Street label in lid. Case contains a pair of A&F snap caps and a Griffin & Howe engraved oil bottle. PROVENANCE: Consignor notes regarding measurements. Factory order sheet confirming all specifications. The only difference noted is that the ordered bend at heel was to be 2-1/4″, but measures 2-7/16″. The gun appears to have been made this way, and not altered. CONDITION: Excellent, original, with essentially no alterations, with the exception of engraving on oval. Bbls retain 90 – 95% orig blue. Action retains 70 – 80% orig case hardening color, silvered on beads and fences, thinning on bottom. Lockplates retain nearly all of their orig color. Top lever is silvered at thumbpiece. Trigger guard retains most of its blue, silvered on bead, and considerably at grip from normal hand wear. Engraving remains clear. Blue on forend iron is still vivid. Top lever screw shows use and widening. Stocks retain nearly all of their orig hand rubbed oil finish with a number of light and somewhat heavier marks and scratches, finish thinning a bit on comb and at grip. Checkering lightly worn. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny throughout, with no visible pings or imperfections. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case is excellent with some marks on exterior. Interior cloth has some rubs and dust. Simply a lovely gun. 50623-2 MGM20 (40,000-60,000) C&R – Lot 3255

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3256
$34,500.00

*LOVELY OLD BOSS SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH CASE AND ACCESSORIES.

SN 6394. (ca 1913) Cal. 12 ga. 29″ Chopper lump steel bbls are engraved “Boss & Co, 13, Dover Street, Piccadilly, London. W” on narrow, swamped game rib. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 1-1/8 oz of shot and 2-1/2″ chambers, and later Birmingham re-proofs for 2-3/4′ chambers. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with SN. Case hardened sidelock action is stocked to the fences and features non-automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), gold band tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved in Boss house style with full coverage rose and scroll incorporating 19 rose bouquets in the style of, and most likely executed by, Jack Sumner. “Boss & Co” is in scrolling riband on the front portion of each lockplate, and over “PATENT” on bottom of action. Blued and scroll engraved single beaded trigger guard has SN in relief on tang. Nicely streaked and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 15″ over old brown leather covered pad. Stock features typical drop points and flat top point pattern checkering with mullered borders, as well as a small gold oval on toe line engraved “JRC”. Matching splinter forend has Anson release and is fitted with Boss’s excellent and renowned ejector system. Bore diameter: left -.729, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .011 (lt mod), right – .008 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .026, right – .024. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast off approx 1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 15″. Makers oak and leather case with brass corners is embossed “R. I. B.” on top, and has relatively new green canvas trimmed outer cover. Case has some parcel post stamps affixed to top. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth and has large paper Boss label in lid. Label is originally printed with St. James’s Street address, which has been lined out in red, with two stamps at upper corners stating “PLEASE NOTE THE NEW ADDRESS, 13, DOVER STREET PICCADILLY.” Also on the lid is a small label regarding re-cocking of ejector hammers. Case contains a 2-pc brass and rosewood cleaning rod with short handle, pair of Boss marked snap caps, square oil bottle, bench cloth, and two keys. CONDITION: Very fine, as partially refinished. Bbls retain over 95% of a fine quality re-black, engraving still sharp and clear. Action and lockplates retain 60 – 70% orig case hardening color, silvered on bottom, beads, and fences from normal hand wear. Top lever is silvered on thumbpiece. Trigger guard is silvered on sharp edges and bead, considerably so at grip. Stocks retain nearly all of a good quality hand rubbed oil finish, sharp edges preserved, checkering nicely freshened. Bores are excellent, nearly perfect, with one or two very minor shallow spots in right bbl toward breech end. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case leather has considerably darkened and has a number of rubs and scuffs. Straps and handle are good. Interior cloth is fine with some insect damage at edges in lid, with compressions and soiling. Partitions are tight. Label is excellent, lightly foxed overall with a small rub through from contact with fence. Small ejector label has some soiling. Accessories are good. A fine classic Boss that measures well in all respects. 50430-1 MGM44 (28,000-48,000) C&R – Lot 3256

3257
$25,300.00

*DAINTY AND DESIRABLE 20 GAUGE BOSS SIDELOCK EJECTOR LIGHT GAME GUN WITH CASE.

SN 9311. (ca 1962) Cal. 20 ga. 2-1/2″ Chambers. 26″ Chopper lump bbls are engraved “Boss & Co 13/ 14 Cork Street. London. W. 1″ on narrow, swamped game rib. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2-1/2” chambers. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with SNs. Rear portion of bottom rib is engraved “Made in England”. Small sized, classic Boss sidelock action is stocked to the fences, and features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, gold line tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers. Action and lockplates are engraved in Boss house style with small scroll surrounding 17 small rose bouquets in the style originated by Jack Sumner. “Boss & Co” is on front portion of each lockplate, and trigger plate is engraved “Boss’s Patent” “No. 22894”. Blued top lever and single beaded trigger guard are engraved with matching scroll. SN is on trigger guard tang. Nicely streaked European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over hard rubber ribbed buttplate. Stock features classic drop points, and flat top point pattern checkering with mullered borders. A gold oval engraved with monogram “LCB” (?), is on toe line, and a small black leather cheek pad is set into comb. Matching splinter Boss ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.614, right – .614. Bore restrictions: left – .013 (mod), right – .004 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .027, right – .026. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 5 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. High quality English leather VC case with stitched leather corners (possibly original) is embossed “G. M. B.” on top. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth and has Boss Cork Street label in lid. Case contains 2-pc walnut and brass cleaning rod with mop, brush, and jag, pair of snap caps, and straps. CONDITION: Excellent, original, as found. Bbls retain approx 80% orig blue, thinning on sides from normal hand wear, considerably silvered at muzzles, and with a number of light marks and rubs. Action retains 70 – 80% orig case hardening color, silvered on beads and fences, and thinning on bottom. Lockplates retain over 90% of their orig color. Top lever is silvered on thumbpiece. Trigger guard is silvered on edges and bead, considerably silvered at grip. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their orig finish with numerous small marks, rubs, and compressions. Rear portion of butt, possibly refinished, with installation of newer buttplate. Checkering is somewhat worn and dirty. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny, slightly frosted or leaded toward breech end of right bbl. Bottom of action has small dent behind hinge pin, and there is an incipient crack in stock behind left lockplate. Action has just a hint of looseness. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case leather is still light in color, and has numerous rubs and chips. Handle is good. Interior cloth is fine, lightly soiled, with a few rubs, some through. Accessories are good. A lively small bore Boss, that measures well. 50730-11 MGM73 (22,000-50,000) C&R – Lot 3257

3258
$29,900.00

*BOSS SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER HEAVY PROOF 3″ GAME GUN WITH CASE.

SN 7582. (ca 1928) Cal. 12 ga. 3″ Chambers. 30″ Chopper lump bbls are fitted with Briley choke tubes, and are engraved “Boss & Co 13 Dover Street, Piccadilly, London England” on swamped, narrow, game rib. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 1-1/2 oz of shot and 3″ chambers. SNs are on bottoms of bbls. Case hardened sidelock action is stocked to the fences, and features non-automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, gold line tumbler end cocking indicators, and Boss’s single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with exceptionally well cut full coverage Boss house style small scroll with 21 rose bouquets, as done by noted engraver, Jack Sumner. Single beaded small bow trigger guard with large open scroll on bow, has SN on tang which extends to small hard rubber grip cap. Dark, smoky marbled and lightly stump figured European walnut capped “Prince of Wales” grip buttstock measures 14-3/4″ over checkered wood butt, and features classic drop points, point pattern checkering with mullered borders that wraps over top of grip, and vacant gold oval on toe line. Short beavertail forend with Anson release is fitted with Boss’s excellent ejector system. Bore diameter: left -.729, right – .728. Bore restrictions: Screw chokes. Wall thickness: left – .030, right – .030. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Cast: approx 3/8″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 14-3/4″. Tan leather case with stitched leather corners by Brady is embossed “P. A. F.” on top, is lined in burgundy cloth with Boss Cork Street label in lid, and charge card numbered to this gun specifying Briley chokes in right bbl, with half choke in left (both bbls presently have Briley chokes). Case contains four Briley thin wall choke tubes with wrench, as well as Boss marked square oil bottle, and a pair of snap caps. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refurbished. Bbls retain essentially all of a fine London quality re-blue. Action retains approx 70% orig case hardening color, silvered on fences and beads. Lockplates retain approx 95% of their orig color. Buttstock retains nearly all of a well done hand rubbed oil refinish, checkering lightly freshened. Newly made forend wood retains nearly all of its orig finish matching that on buttstock. Checkering does not match in spacing or borders. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Trigger works. Case is excellent, with a couple of minor scuffs. Interior cloth shows some compressions and light soiling. A superb “best” period Boss, with unusual 3″ orig chambering. 51085-2 MGM292 (18,000-28,000) C&R – Lot 3258

3259
$7,475.00

LOVELY HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION BOSS & COMPANY JONES UNDERLEVER HAMMER GUN.

SN 2764. (ca 1869) Cal. 10 ga. 31″ Fine Damascus bbls are engraved “Boss & Co 73. St James’s Street. London.” on narrow, swamped game rib, which is also engraved “1”. Bbl flats are stamped with London black powder proofs for 10 bore. SNs are on bottoms of bbls along with “JP”. (Thomas Boss had a long association with Purdey’s and most likely sourced his bbl tubes from them.) Round bodied, Jones underlever action with deeply filed fences, is fitted with peninsula back locks having round bodied, serpentine non-rebounding hammers with dolphin heads and tall spurs. Action is engraved with 80% coverage exceptionally well cut medium shaded scroll. Lockplates and hammers are engraved with scroll which is considerably smaller. “Boss & Co” is on each lockplate. Case hardened trigger guard has SN on tang. Dark and dense, finely marbled and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over checkered steel buttplate with short top spur. Broadly spaced point pattern checkering with mullered borders is at grip. A vacant silver oval is on toe line. Matching splinter forend is near fully checkered, has inlet steel tip, and attaches to bbl with side nail through oval engraved steel escutcheons. Bore diameter: left -.785, right – .785. Bore restrictions: left – .000, right – .000 (gun was made before choke came into general use). Wall thickness: left – .026, right – .027. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. PROVENANCE: Monty Whitley, 1990. CONDITION: Excellent, original, as found. Bbls retain approx 90% orig dramatic brown, with some areas of thinning and cleaning, mostly on side of left bbl. Action retains 85 – 90% orig case hardening color, thinning and silvering around bottom and fences, as well as sharp edges. Lockplates retain about 90% of their orig color, silvering at tails. Stocks retain most of their orig hand rubbed oil finish, a bit dry, with open grain, and a number of light scratches and marks. Checkering is slightly worn. Head of side nail is chipped due to difficult removal. Nail is no longer captive. Bores are excellent with one or two scattered pits and some light striations. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Locks are crisp. A truly fine early Boss, probably one of the highest condition examples extant. 51006-2 MGM248 (8,000-12,000) – Lot 3259

3260
$0.00

*VERY FINE AND UNUSUAL WOODWARD ROUND ACTION OVER-UNDER GAME GUN WITH HIGH QUALITY NEW CASE AND ACCESSORIES.

SN 7134. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 27″ Demi-bloc bbls are fitted with narrow, file cut, solid rib. Left side of top bbl is engraved with Woodward’s name and Bury Street London address. Right side of top bbl and flat of bottom bbl are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2-1/2″ chambers. Case hardened, round bodied, Woodward OU action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), gold band tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with well cut Woodward house style rose and scroll. “J. Woodward & Sons” is in classic parchment scroll flanked device on each side of action. Bottom of action is engraved “Woodward’s” “Patent” “Under & Over”. Very fine, beautifully marbled and attractively figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over checkered wood butt, and features classic drop points, flawlessly executed point pattern checkering with mullered borders, and a silver oval on toe line engraved “RBA”. Matching one piece ejector forend has Anson type release. Bore diameter: top -.729, bottom – .728. Bore restrictions: top – .018 (mod), bottom – .006 (IC). Wall thickness: top – .015 (left side of top bbl about 10″ back from muzzle, right side minimum .032), bottom – .020. Drop at heel: 2-1/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast off approx 1/4″. Weight: 6 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. Very fine high quality oak and leather case with brass corners and circular brass central medallion, has brown canvas leather trimmed outer cover with central label gold embossed “ROBERT B. ARTHUR”. Interior is lined in scarlet cloth and has reproduction Woodward label in lid. Case is semi-French fitted for gun and bbls, and fully French fitted for a number of fine ebony handled and brass accessories, mostly Woodward marked, including vaseline jar, snap caps, oil bottle, chamber brush, 2 turnscrews, dusting brush, and cleaning rod with brush, jag, and mop in covered compartment, which also holds the key. PROVENANCE: Letter from Purdeys confirming orig specifications, and notes with measurements. CONDITION: Excellent, near new, as expertly and correctly refurbished. All metal parts have a sympathetic and correct very light refinish, with best London blacked bbls and St. Leger quality colors. Buttstock appears to be an exceptional factory quality reproduction faithful to orig specifications. Forend has been refinished to match, checkering re-cut. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case leather is excellent, essentially as new, as protected by its outer cover, which has some very slight soiling and rubs. Interior cloth is excellent, with some light rubs and soiling. Accessories are excellent. 50623-3 MGM18 (40,000-60,000) C&R – Lot 3260

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3261
$40,250.00

*SVELTE LIGHTWEIGHT 16 GAUGE WOODWARD OVER-UNDER SIDELOCK EJECTOR, SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN.

SN 6429. Cal. 16 ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. 24-1/8″ Demi-bloc Whitworth steel bbls are fitted with low, flat, file cut rib engraved “James Woodward & Sons. 64 St.James’s Street London. S. W.” and with Whitworth steel information on unmatted portion of rib. Right side of top bbl and bottom of bottom bbl are stamped with London nitro proofs for 1 oz of shot, along with “WHITWORTH STEEL”. Sides of bbls are fitted with trips and springs for Woodward’s early type ejector system. Low profile OU action is fitted with back action sidelocks, and features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold, which is covered by Woodward’s typical T-shaped safety button when in “fire” position), gold band tumbler end cocking indicators, and sgl non-selective trigger. Gun is one of a pair, with “2” gold inlaid on rear portion of rib, forend tip, and top lever, which pushes to the left to open gun (as if it were built for a left handed shooter, however stock is cast off and trigger is slightly turned for right handed shooter). Action and lockplates are engraved with near full coverage well cut rose and scroll in Woodward’s house style. “J. Woodward & Sons” is engraved on sides of action, trailing onto lockplates. Bottom of action is engraved “Woodward’s Patent” “Under & Over”. Small bow scroll engraved trigger guard is engraved “Woodward’s Single Trigger” on bow, and with relief SN on tang, which extends in typical Woodward style through Prince of Wales type grip to a hard rubber grip cap. Very nicely streaked and nicely figured flesh-toned Circassian walnut buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over russet leather covered pad. Other features include classic drop points and point pattern checkering. A vacant gold oval is on toe line. Slim ejector forend has Anson type release. Bore diameter: top -.667, bottom – .666. Bore restrictions: top – .013 (lt mod), bottom – .013 (lt mod). Wall thickness: top – .030, bottom – .028. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 5 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. CONDITION: Fine, as partially refinished. Bbls retain approx 95% of an old glossy re-black. Action and lockplates retain a considerable amount of their orig case hardening color, mostly muted to silver gray. Sidelock pins have been re-fire blued. Stocks retain most of an old oil finish, with numerous light marks and scratches, worn through from normal handling at grip and bottom of forend. Pad is relatively new. Checkering has been freshened with light subsequent wear. Bores are excellent, with some light frosting in top bbl. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong. Trigger works. A crackerjack of a fast handling little gun. 50457-1 MGM11 (20,000-35,000) C&R – Lot 3261

3262
$94,875.00

*SUPERB 20 BORE PURDEY OVER-UNDER GAME GUN WITH MANY SPECIAL FEATURES INCLUDING ROUNDED ACTION, DETACHABLE LOCKS, ARTICULATED FRONT TRIGGER, AND WONDERFUL WOOD, WITH CASE.

SN 30341. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. Specially ordered in 2006, this exquisite small bore Purdey OU is unique incorporating some unusual features. The 28″ demi-bloc bbls are fitted with narrow, matted, solid rib. Left side of top bbl is engraved “J. Purdey & Sons, London, England”. Bottom bbl flat is stamped with 2006 London nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers, and with importers name and address (Griffin & Howe). Beautifully case hardened, round bodied, small sized, OU action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), with large safety button. Rounded lockplates are fitted with H&H type detaching pin, and blued tumbler ends have gold line cocking indicators. Dbl triggers are an unusual feature in this day and age, and they are fitted to this gun with front trigger articulated. Action and lockplates are engraved in typical Purdey house style rose and scroll, which is very nicely cut. “J. Purdey & Sons” is tastefully inlaid in gold at the front part of each lockplate. The case hardened beaded trigger guard has SN gold inlaid on tang, which extends to engraved steel grip cap through Prince of Wales grip. Strikingly marbled, and lightly figured flesh-toned fine European walnut buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over checkered wood butt, and features usual drop points, point pattern checkering, and a gold oval which is engraved with simple scroll and the initials “RBA”. Matching full splinter ejector forend has Anson release. “Purdey” is inlaid in gold on exterior of iron, and SN is in gold on interior. Bore diameter: top -.611, bottom – .611. Bore restrictions: top – .015 (mod), bottom – .007 (IC). Wall thickness: top – .032, bottom – .032. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 10 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. Makers leather motor case with stitched leather corners is embossed “R. B. A.” on front. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth, and has gold embossed black leather Purdey label in lid. Case contains a high quality composition and brass cleaning rod marked “J Purdey & Sons”, as well as mop, brush, and jag, along with a pair of scarce strikers in leather wallet. PROVENANCE: Copy of orig cost specification for this gun. CONDITION: Excellent, very near new, with evidence of very light field use, mostly confined to a few light rubs and marks on buttstock, and a hint of silvering on thumb lever and safety. Mechanically crisp. Case has a few scuffs on exterior. Interior is excellent. A very nicely appointed small bore Purdey. 50623-1 MGM13 (60,000-90,000) C&R – Lot 3262

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3263
$54,625.00

*SIMPLY WONDERFUL 28 GAUGE PURDEY EXTRA FINISH ROUND ACTION LIGHT GAME GUN WITH SINGLE TRIGGER AND BEAVERTAIL FOREND.

SN 28677. (1983) Cal. 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26″ Chopper lump bbls are fitted with flat, matted, narrow rib. Tops of bbls are engraved “J. Purdey & Sons” “Audley House, South Audley Street, London. England”. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs (date unreadable) for 2-3/4″ chambers. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with SNs and bottom of left bbl with bbl makers initials “ML”. Tube nos. “75941” and “75942” are on loop. Importers name and address (Buckhorn) are on splinter. Scaled down, Beasley patent self-opening sidelock action with rounded bar, features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, and single non-selective trigger. Action and lockplates are engraved with near full coverage semi-relief, broad, scrolling acanthus with large floral highlights. “J. Purdey & Sons” is inlaid in flush gold English script on scrolled riband at the front of each lockplate. Scroll on bottom of action surrounds circular vignette of a pair of wood pigeons sitting on branch under “J. Purdey & Sons” “London” in gold. Fences are full relief carved in broad acanthus matching theme on action. Matching acanthus extends to blued top lever and small bow trigger guard with SN on tang, which extends to hard rubber grip cap. Dark, heavily marbled and nicely figured European walnut capped ‘Prince of Wales” grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over checkered wood butt, and features classic drop points and point pattern checkering with mullered borders that wraps over top of grip. Matching small beavertail ejector forend has Anson release. Iron is stamped with actioners initials “B.D” (Ben Delay). Bore diameter: left -.550, right – .550. Bore restrictions: left – .012 (mod), right – .008 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .028, right – .034. Drop at heel: 1-15/16″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 5 lbs. 9oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain essentially all of a London quality re-black. Action retains 60 – 70% orig case hardening color, silvered on edges and fences, thinning on bottom from normal hand wear. Lockplates retain 70 – 80% of their orig color. Top lever is slightly silvered on thumbpiece. Forend iron, trigger plate, and trigger guard retain essentially all of a sympathetic re-black. Stocks retain essentially all of a fine hand rubbed glossy oil finish, checkering competently re-cut. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Drop is good. Ejectors are in time. Trigger works. A wonderful, light and lively quail or woodcock gun with enough finish wear that a few seasons in the field will not be a detriment. 50401-3 MGM184 (50,000-80,000) – Lot 3263

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3264
$40,250.00

*VERY FINE PURDEY 16 GAUGE EXTRA FINISH SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER HEAVY PROOF GAME GUN WITH EXTRA BARRELS AND CASE.

SN 26151. (ca 1949) Cal. 16 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. Both sets of 28″ chopper lump bbls have slightly raised, flat, matted ribs inlaid “1” or “2”, with “1” denoting “CHOKE” bbls, and “2” “1/4 CHOKE” as engraved on rear lumps. Tops of bbls are engraved with Purdey’s famous Audley House London address. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 1-1/8 oz shot and 2-3/4″ chambers. Bottoms of bbls are stamped “CHOKE” and with SNs. and left bbls are stamped with bbl makers initials “J.A” (J Aldous). Tube numbers “64957” and “64958” are on set no. “1”, and “64959” and “64960” are on set no. “2”. Case hardened, Beesley patent, self-opening action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), hidden third fastener, side clips, bushed strikers, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, and Purdey non-selective single trigger. Action and lockplates are engraved with full coverage large shaded open acanthus scroll with strap work highlights, in, typical for the period, Purdey “extra finish”. Fences are relief carved in a similar motif. This pattern was originated by and in this case most likely crafted by the revered Harry Kell. Blued top lever and single beaded small bow trigger guard are engraved in a similar manner. Trigger guard has SN on tang. Nicely marbled, and lightly fiddle figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over brown leather covered pad, and features classic drop points, and point pattern checkering with mullered borders at grip. A silver oval on toe line is engraved “JRM”. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release, and iron is stamped with actioners initials, “LS”, the seldom encountered Laurie Salter. BBL SET “1”: Bore diameter: left -.662, right – .662. Bore restrictions: left – .033 (full), right – .033 (full). Wall thickness: left – .030, right – .029. Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. BBL SET “2”: Bore diameter: left -.662, right – .662. Bore restrictions: left – .034 (full), right – .013 (Lt mod). Wall thickness: left – .031, right – .030. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. Orig makers oak and leather case with brass corners and central medallion, has tan canvas leather trimmed outer cover. Case is lined in burgundy cloth and has gold embossed black leather Purdey label in lid, along with charge card for this particular gun including extra bbls. Case contains Purdey marked snap caps and oil bottle, along with birch and brass cleaning rod with mop, brush, and two horned jags, as well as an ebony handled striker key and small turnscrew. Bone striker bottle contains spare strikers. A black morocco leather wallet holds action cleaning brushes. Another wallet contains pull through cleaning kit. Also included are two orig keys. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refurbished. Both sets of bbls retain about 90% of what appears to be their orig blue, thinning on sides, due to normal hand wear. Action retains 50 – 60% orig case hardening color, silvered on fences and beads, thinning on bottom. Lockplates retain 90 – 95% of their orig color. Top lever is silvered on thumbpiece. Trigger guard retains nearly all of a sympathetic re-blue. What is most likely an old restock, is of very high quality, and has only a few knocks and scratches in its orig finish. Checkering remains light in color. Forend retains 40% of its orig finish, worn through from normal hand wear, checkering dark, lightly worn. Bores are excellent, bright, smooth, and shiny throughout. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Drop is good, but shows some wear. Case leather is excellent, with a few bumps and rubs, as protected by its outer cover, which shows some soiling, leather beginning to deteriorate on trim. Straps and handle are good. Interior cloth is very good with rubs and compressions, and light soiling from bbls and action. Purdey label is excellent. Charge card is lightly soiled. Accessories are very fine. A very well made and finished small bore Purdey, with a useful combination of bbls. 50594-116 MGM76 (37,500-60,000) C&R – Lot 3264

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3265
$40,250.00

*NEARLY AS NEW, FACTORY CORRECT SURVIVOR JAMES PURDEY SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER HEAVY PROOF GAME GUN.

SN 27249. (1964) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Chopper lump bbls with slightly raised, matted, narrow game rib, are engraved “James Purdey & Sons.” and “Audley House South Audley Street London. England.” Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with SNs and bbl makers initials “JA” (J Aldous). Tube nos “68345” and “68346” are on loop. Case hardened, Beesley patent self-opening, sidelock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, and Purdey single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved in well cut, classic, house style rose and scroll. “J. Purdey & Sons” is on the bottom of each lockplate, and on bottom of action over “London” and “England”. Small bow trigger guard is engraved in typical large, open scroll, with SN on tang, which extends to small hard rubber grip cap. Very fine, nicely marbled, and attractively stump figured European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over checkered wood butt, and features typical drop points, point pattern checkering with mullered borders at grip, and vacant gold oval on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Actioners initials “T.B” (unknown) are on iron. Bore diameter: left -.729, right – .728. Bore restrictions: left – .039 (full), right – .019 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .035, right – .035. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 0 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Included with gun is a pigskin leather case with brass corners, lined in scarlet felt, containing pair of spare strikers in a plastic box, Purdey marked square oil bottle, cleaning mop in Purdey marked leather wallet, and a 3-pc brass and walnut cleaning rod. CONDITION: Excellent, close to new, with a few light marks and some thinning in orig bbl blue. Action colors are silvered slightly on beads, with a hint of silvering on fences. Hinge pin retains nearly all of its bright blue, as do tumbler ends, which are silvered on ribs. Top lever is slightly silvered on thumbpiece. Trigger guard is silvered on edges of bow, with blue considerably thinned at grip. Stocks retain essentially all of their orig “slack-um” oil finish with a few slight handling marks. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Drop is good. Iron slightly marks bottom of action. Ejectors are in time. Trigger appears to work well. Case leather is excellent with a few light rubs. Interior felt is slightly soiled, and with rubs and compressions from contact with action. Accessories are excellent. A very well made, well finished, gun from the ’60’s. 50968-1 MGM204 (32,500-42,500) C&R – Lot 3265

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3266
$31,625.00

*LOVELY, WELL MATCHED PAIR OF “GOLDEN AGE” JAMES PURDEY GAME GUNS WITH ORIGINAL CASE AND ACCESSORIES.

SN 25089/25090. (1936) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. This fine pair of game guns has optimal length 29″ chopper lump bbls with slightly swamped, narrow game ribs engraved “J. Purdey & Sons. Audley House. South Audley Street. London. England.” Rear portions are gold inlaid with numerals “1” or “2”. This treatment extends to top levers and forend tips. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2-1/2″ chambers, and 1979 London re-proofs for 2-3/4′ chambers at .740. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with SNs. Bottoms of left bbls are stamped “CHOKE” and with bbl makers initials “WH” (Bill Hill). Loop of gun “1” is stamped with tube nos. “62433” and “62434”. Gun no. “2” has tube nos. “62435” and “62436”. Case hardened Beasley patent self-opening sidelock actions feature usual complement of automatic safeties (SAFE inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers. Ejectors are of the later improved type. Actions and lockplates are engraved with very well cut rose and scroll in Purdey house style. “J. Purdey & Sons” is on each lockplate, as well as on the bottoms of actions over “London” and “England”. Trigger guards, engraved with typical larger open scroll, are blued and have SNs engraved on tangs. Smoky marbled, and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstocks measure 14-1/2″ over nicely checkered horn buttplates. Stocks feature typical drop points and point pattern checkering. Silver circles on toe lines are engraved “RBA”. Matching splinter ejector forends have Anson releases. The iron of gun no “1” is stamped with actioners initials “PW” (Percy Wilkes), and gun “2” with “H” (long time Purdey employee, Fred Hughes). (It is not unusual for pairs of guns to be actioned by different individuals to insure timely delivery.) Gun no. “1”: Bore diameter: left -.734, right – .734. Bore restrictions: left – .031 (full), right – .012 (lt mod). Wall thickness: left – .030, right – .030. Drop at heel: 1-13/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast off approx 1/8″. Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Gun no. “2”: Bore diameter: left -.734, right – .734. Bore restrictions: left – .031 (full), right – .011 (lt mod). Wall thickness: left – .031, right – .029. Drop at heel: 1-13/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast off 1/4″. Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Original makers oak and leather two-gun case with brass corners and circular central medallion, is gold embossed “W W HULSEY OKLAHOMA CITY OKLAHOMA U.S.A.” Case has brown canvas leather trimmed outer cover, with central medallion gold embossed “ROBERT B. ARTHUR”. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth, and has gold embossed black leather Purdey label in lid along with charge card for this particular pair of guns with 2-1/2″ notation crossed out, and 2-3/4 inked in. Case contains 3 Purdey marked snap caps, and another marked “William Powell”, unmarked square oil bottle, bone striker case with 4 spare strikers, unmarked ebony handled striker key, and 2 ebony handled turnscrews. Covered compartment holds some cleaning brushes. PROVENANCE: Consignors notes regarding measurements. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished, most likely by factory at time of re-proof (1979). Bbls retain approx 90% of a best London re-black. Actions retain 30 – 40% orig case hardening color, pleasingly silvered on bottoms, fences, and beads. Lockplates retain nearly all of their color. Trigger guards, top levers, safeties, and forend irons re-blacked, and retain nearly all of that black, with only light silvering of their sharpest edges. Stocks retain what appears to be some of their orig oil finish around actions; butts smooth and refinished at time of installation of newer horn plates. Checkering lightly worn, most likely re-cut. Bores are excellent. Actions are tight. Bbls are on face. Drops are good. Gun no. “1” ejectors are slightly out of time; Gun “2” ejectors are perfectly timed. Case leather is still relatively light in color, but there are some scuffs and marks. Newer outer cover is fine with some light scuffs. Interior cloth is fine with compressions from guns and accessories, lightly soiled. Some blocking has been added at butts. 50623-5 MGM23 (30,000-40,000) C&R – Lot 3266

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3267
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*FINELY REFURBISHED 20 BORE PURDEY ROUND ACTION SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH CASE.

SN 21125. (1914) Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 27″ Chopper lump bbls are fitted with narrow, game rib engraved “J. Purdey & Sons, Audley House, South Audley Street, London, W. 1.” Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. There are no Purdey bbl makers marks, and SN is stamped twice on loop. Case hardened, round bodied, small sized, Beasley patent self opening sidelock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers. Action and locks are engraved in Purdey house style rose and scroll. “J. Purdey & Sons” is on each lockplate, and also on bottom of action over “London”. Blued trigger guard with usual large open scroll, with SN at grip. Classically marbled, and nicely flame figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/4″ over brown leather covered pad, and features usual drop points, point pattern checkering, and vacant gold oval. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Actioners initials “AR” (unknown) are on iron. Bore diameter: left -.615, right – .615. Bore restrictions: left – .007 (IC), right – .002 (skeet). Wall thickness: left – .032, right – .034. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 6 lbs. 1 oz. LOP: 14-3/4″. High quality English made oak and leather case with brass corners and central medallion, is embossed “Geo. F. Baker, Jr” “NEW YORK”. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth with gold embossed black leather Purdey label in lid, and contains Purdey marked accessories including a pair of snap caps, oil bottle, cleaning rod, horn handled turnscrews and striker key, leather hand guard, and lignum vitae striker block. Also included is a James Dixon broken case extractor, ivory striker bottle, cleaning funnel, and pull-through cleaning kit. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, as refurbished. Newer bbls retain nearly all of their orig blue. Action and lockplates retain essentially all of a fine color re-hardening over some scattered light pits, engraving still sharp and clear. Stocks retain nearly all of a well done hand rubbed oil finish with a few light subsequent marks. Checkering has been freshened. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. Drop is good. Case leather is excellent with a number of light scuffs and marks. Straps and handle are good. Renewed interior cloth is excellent with a few light rubs. Label and accessories are excellent. 50496-5 MGM30 (25,000-35,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3267

3268
$13,800.00

*AS FOUND, 1960’S VINTAGE PURDEY HEAVY PROOF GAME GUN WITH SINGLE TRIGGER, MOTOR CASE AND ACCESSORIES.

SN 27010. (1961) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26″ Chopper lump bbls with slightly raised, narrow, matted rib are engraved “J. Purdey & Sons.” “Audley House. South Audley Street. London. England.” on tops. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with SN and bottom of left bbl with bbl makers initials “JA” (J Aldous). Tube numbers “67317” and “67318” are on loop. Case hardened, Beesley patent self-opening sidelock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, and Purdey’s single non-selective trigger. Action and lockplates are engraved with well cut Purdey house style rose and scroll. “J. Purdey & Sons” is at the bottom of each lockplate, and bottom of action over “London” “England”. Small bow trigger guard with open scroll has SN on tang. Lightly marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 15-3/8″ over leather covered pad, and features typical drop points and point pattern checkering at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend with Anson release is stamped with actioners initials “B.D” (Ben Delay) on iron. Bore diameter: left -.731, right – .730. Bore restrictions: left – .003 (skeet), right – .001 (skeet). Wall thickness: left – .036, right – .032. Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 15-3/8″. Orig makers tan leather motor case with stitched leather corners is embossed “A. B. HUNT” “WESTON” “MASS.” Interior is lined in purple cloth and has gold embossed black leather Purdey label in lid, along with charge card for this particular gun, and case instruction card. Case contains 2-pc walnut and brass cleaning rod with jag, brush, and mop, broken case extractor, horn striker bottle with spare strikers, Purdey marked square oil bottle, Purdey marked snap caps, horn handled striker key and turnscrew. A red morocco wallet has cleaning brushes. A black morocco wallet has pull through cleaning kit. CONDITION: Very good to fine, as found. Mr. Hunt really enjoyed his Purdey. Bbls retain about half of their orig blue with considerable loss due mostly to hand wear, but with some light pitting around muzzles, and numerous marks and scratches. Action and lockplates retain 10 – 20% orig case hardening color, mostly where protected. Stocks retain most of their orig finish with numerous marks and bumps. Leather of pad is considerably deteriorated, worn through at heel and toe. Buttstock likely a replacement (its shaping just isn’t quite “right”). Checkering worn. Bores are excellent with a number of shallow dents at top of left bbl about 6″ back from muzzle. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Drop is good. Ejectors are in time. Trigger works. Case leather is very fine, a bit dusty with some light rubs. Straps and handle are good. Interior cloth is good, with a bit of mildew. Accessories are good. 50286-1 MGM300 (15,000-25,000) C&R – Lot 3268

3269
$27,600.00

*SCARCE JAMES PURDEY HEAVY PROOF 3″ GAME GUN WITH CASE AND ACCESSORIES.

SN 26351. (1952) Cal. 12 ga. 3″ Chambers. 30″ Chopper lump bbls with hand matted, slightly raised game rib are engraved “J. Purdey & Sons” and “Audley House South Audley Street. London. England.” on tops. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 1-1/2 oz of shot and “3””. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with SNs, choke, and bbl makers initials “JA” (J Aldous). Tube nos. “65609” and “65610” are on loop. Case hardened, Beesley patent, self-opening sidelock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), hidden third fastener, side clips, bushed strikers, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with well cut Purdey house style rose and scroll. “J. Purdey & Sons” is at the bottom of each lockplate and on bottom of action over “London” and “England”. Trigger guard with open scroll on bow has SN on tang. Nicely figured and marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 15-1/4″ over checkered wood butt, and features typical drop points, point pattern checkering, and a gold oval on toe line engraved “R. W. From M. S. W.” “1952”. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Actioners initial “R” (J. Rogers) is stamped on iron. Bore diameter: left -.730, right – .730. Bore restrictions: left – .041 (extra full), right – .022 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .033, right – .036. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 15-1/4″. High quality leather case with stitched leather corners is embossed “ROBERT WINTHROP” “OLD WESTBURY” “NEW YORK” on top. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth and has gold embossed black leather Purdey label in lid. Case contains A&F marked square oil bottle, one Purdey marked snap cap, one unmarked, two horn handled turnscrews, ebony handled striker key, and 2-pc brass and ebony cleaning rod with mop, turks head and jag. CONDITION: Excellent, original, as found. Bbls retain approx 90 – 95% orig blue with a number of light marks, thinning a bit on sides, silvering along edges of rib. Action retains 40 – 50% orig case hardening color, silvered on beads, fences, and bottom. Lockplates retain over 90% of their orig color which is rather dark. Screws show some use. Top lever and trigger guard are somewhat silvered. Stocks retain most of their orig finish with numerous scratches and marks. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Drop is good, but down a bit. Ejectors are slightly out of time. Case leather is fine with some marks, scuffs, and light soiling. Straps and handle are good. Interior cloth is good, a bit moldy. Accessories and label are good. An unusual, well made gun from the 1950’s. 50947-1 MGM267 (15,000-25,000) C&R – Lot 3269

3270
$16,675.00

*PURDEY SIDELOCK EJECTOR LIGHT GAME GUN WITH SEMI-RELIEF GOLD DOGS BY KEN HUNT.

SN 21380. (ca 1916) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Chopper lump bbls are engraved “J. Purdey & Sons. Audley House. South Audley Street. London England” on slightly raised and swamped game rib. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2-1/2″ chambers and 1989 re-proofs for 3-1/4 tons (2-3/4″). Bottoms of bbls are stamped with SNs. Right bbl has bbl makers initials “SS” (Sam Simons). Tube numbers “48707” and “48708” are on loop. (Factory records indicate bbls were originally 30″ cylinder and cylinder, and were shortened to 28″ by the factory in 1937.) Blued Beesley patent self-opening sidelock action features non-automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with typical Purdey house rose and scroll with “J. Purdey & Sons” on each lockplate, as well as on bottom of action over “London”. At a later date lockplates were further embellished by the famous Ken Hunt, with realistically portrayed, semi-relief gold inlaid dogs in nicely detailed backgrounds; English setter on left plate, and pointer on right. “K. C. Hunt” appears at the bottom of setter scene. Trigger guard with open scroll on bow has SN on tang. Well marbled and figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over Silver pad, and features typical drop points and point pattern checkering at grip, as well as a gold oval on toe line engraved “LK”. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Iron is stamped with actioners initials “WN” (Wesley Nobbs). Bore diameter: left -.733, right – .733. Bore restrictions: left – .002 (.002 recess), right – .001 (.001 recess). Wall thickness: left – .026, right – .026. Drop at heel: 1-3/4″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/8″ on. Weight: 6 lbs. 13 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. PROVENANCE: Letter from Don Shrum of Cape Outfitters with info on Ken Hunt and new Purdey guns; factory letter with history of this gun as known with changes; cover letter states “We have noted that Mr. Hunt has advised you that he engraved the gun for a Mr. McCoy in the 1960’s.”; hard cover GUNS & AMMO 1969 annual with article by Homer McCoy entitled “Which Shotgun for You?” where this particular gun is pictured on pages 138 and 140. In the article he states “Some of us indulge ourselves to the extent of having gold likenesses of our dogs inlaid on the lockplates of our guns.” CONDITION: Fine, as refurbished. Bbls retain nearly all of a well done re-black over a few marks that did not polish out, rib engraving re-cut. Action blued, most likely at time of engraving by Mr. Hunt during the 1960’s. Orig engraving is somewhat softened. Buttstock retains nearly all of an old glossy varnish finish with a few subsequent marks, sharp edges slightly rounded, checkering worn. Forend with newly made wood remains excellent. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Drop is good. (new hinge pin and hook re-fit.) Ejectors are in time. 51033-20 MGM294 (15,000-25,000) C&R – Lot 3270

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3271
$11,500.00

*JAMES PURDEY HEAVY PROOF SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH ORIGINAL CASE.

SN 18269. (1904) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26-1/8″ Chopper lump bbls with plain, slightly raised game rib are engraved “J. Purdey & Sons” and “Audley House South Audley Street. London.” “Made of Sir Joseph Whitworths Fluid Pressed Steel” on rib. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 1-1/4 oz of shot. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with SNs, choke, and bbl makers initials “AP” (unknown). Tube nos. “31332” and “31333” are on loop. Case hardened, Beesley patent, self-opening sidelock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), hidden third fastener, side clips, bushed strikers, arrowhead engraved tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with well cut Purdey house style rose and scroll. “J. Purdey & Sons” is at the bottom of each lockplate. Bottom of action is marked “Purdey’s Patent”. Trigger guard with open scroll on bow has SN on tang. Lightly figured and marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/4″ over Silver type pad, and features typical drop points, point pattern checkering and a silver oval on toe line engraved “ES” (?). Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Actioners initials “J.T” (Joe Thompson) are stamped on iron. Bore diameter: left -.722, right – .722. Bore restrictions: left – .000 (cyl), right – .000 (cyl). Wall thickness: left – .030, right – .030. Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 5/8″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 4 oz. LOP: 14-3/4″. Orig makers oak and leather case with brass corners and central medallion, is lined in scarlet cloth, and has small paper Purdey label in lid along with charge card for this particular gun. Case contains 2-pc mahogany and brass cleaning rod with short handle with Turks head, jag and brush in morocco leather wallet, another wallet containing pull-through cleaning kit, and covered compartment holds a pair of Purdey marked snap caps, and a broken case extractor. CONDITION: Excellent, except for cut bbls. Bbls retain over 85% orig blue with some scuffs and marks. Action and lockplates retain well over 85% of their orig case hardening color. Trigger guard is somewhat silvered on edges and grip. Stocks retain most of an old oil refinish with deep gouges and dents on bottom right at rear of checkering, and some other light marks overall. Pad is relatively recent replacement. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Drop is good. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case leather is considerably deteriorated and dark, appears to have been conserved a long time ago with shellac. Interior is very fine with compressions. Accessories are fine. A fine gun whose usefulness could be improved with the addition of thin wall choke tubes. 50962-2 MGM269 (12,500-22,500) C&R – Lot 3271

3272
$8,050.00

*FINE OLD “BEST QUALITY” BUT PLAIN FINISH PURDEY SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH EXTRA BARRELS AND CASE.

SN 19081. (1907) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ and 30″ Chopper lump bbls with narrow, matted game ribs, are engraved with Purdey’s Audley House London address and Whitworth steel information on tops. This gun is number 4 in the orig owners battery, and “4” is inlaid in gold on rear portion of each rib, top lever, and on forend tip. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 1-1/8 oz of shot. Bbl makers initials “SS” (Sam Simons) are on bottoms of left bbls. SNs are on each bbl. Tube numbers “40558” and “40559” are on 30″ bbls; “34961” and “34962” are on 28″ bbls. Case hardened Beasley self-opening action features automatic safety, bushed strikers, arrowhead engraved tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with simple geometric borders, with makers name on each lockplate, and “Purdey’s Patent” on bottom of action. Blued trigger guard has SN on short, rounded tang. Nicely fiddle figured and well streaked European walnut straight grip (likely altered from pistol grip) buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over leather faced Silver type pad. Stock features standard drop points and checkering. The initial “E” in gold is inlet on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend with Anson release, is stamped with actioners initials “AF” (Alf Fullalove) on iron. 28″ BBLS: Bore diameter: left -.732, right – .735. Bore restrictions: left – .013 (mod), right – .006 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .022, right – .019. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Neutral cast. Weight: 6 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. 30″ BBLS: Bore diameter: left -.733, right – .734. Bore restrictions: left – .021 (mod), right – .008 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .026, right – .026. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs.9 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Quite possibly orig makers oak and leather two gun case with shaped brass corners and circular central medallion, is lined in burgundy cloth, and has what appears to be orig charge card for this gun, as well as small Purdey label, in lid. Case contains pair of Purdey marked snap caps, bone striker bottle with spare strikers, two horn handled turnscrews, horn handled striker key, ebony wad rammer, broken case extractor, and cleaning equipment including 2-pc walnut and brass cleaning rod with short handle, and various mops and brushes. Also included is the orig key. CONDITION: Very fine, as partially refinished. Bbls retain nearly all of a fine re-black. Action retains approx 50% orig case hardening color, vivid where protected. Lockplates retain 60 – 70% of their color, fading and silvering toward tails. Trigger guard is re-blued. Stocks retain most of an old oil finish with numerous marks and scratches. Checkering worn. Checkering of butt does not match forend. Bores are excellent, with a hint of frosting. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Drop is good. Case leather is fine, beginning to darken, with top grain rubbed through on edges, and numerous marks. Straps and handle are good. Interior cloth is fine, with normal rubs and soiling from contact with gun and bbls. Labels are very fine, slightly foxed. Accessories are fine. A lovely old understated Purdey. 50287-1 MGM5 (10,000-20,000) C&R – Lot 3272

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3273
$0.00

ANTIQUE PURDEY SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH CASE.

SN 13636. (1890) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Chopper lump bbls with swamped, narrow game rib are engraved “J Purdey & Sons.” and “Audley House South Audley Street London.” Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2-1/2″ chambers and later Birmingham proofs for 2-1/2″ chambers. Tube nos “7869” and “7870” are on loop. Case hardened, Beesley patent self-opening, sidelock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, engraved arrowhead tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers. Action and lockplates are engraved in well cut, classic, house style rose and scroll. “J. Purdey & Sons” is on each lockplate and “Purdey’s Patent” is on bottom of action. Fences are engraved with seldom seen large scroll with floral highlights. Trigger guard is engraved with typical open scroll. SN is on short tang. Nicely marbled and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over Silver type pad, and features typical drop points, point pattern checkering with mullered borders at grip, and large gold oval on toe line engraved “DONATED BY” “NAN & FRANK” “PACHMAYR” “TO DUCKS UNLIMITED”. Matching splinter Wem ejector forend has Anson release. Actioners initial “C” (Crisp) is on iron. Bore diameter: left -.731, right – .728. Bore restrictions: left – .012 (Lt mod), right – .004 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .032, right – .023. Drop at heel: 2-9/16″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Cast: approx 1/4″ on. Weight: 6 lbs. 10 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Gold canvas case with stitched leather corners by Brady is lined in reddish cloth, and has relatively new paper Purdey label in lid. Case contains 2-pc walnut and brass cleaning rod and square oil bottle. PROVENANCE: Factory email with information about this gun, stating it was made in 1890 for Mr. E. Tennant. CONDITION: Good, as refurbished. Bbls retain 95%+ of a fine quality re-black, possibly applied at time of re-proof. Engraving clear. Action has been recolor hardened, and retains nearly all of that color, silvered on beads and fences. Re-blue of top lever and trigger guard are slightly silvered. Buttstock retains most of an old oil refinish, edges somewhat rounded. There is a small stress crack behind left lockplate. Wood is somewhat below metal in some areas. Checkering re-cut. Edges of forend repaired on left side. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Drop is down despite shortening of forend iron. Ejectors are slightly out of time. Case is very fine with a few scuffs. Interior cloth is somewhat rubbed and soiled. Accessories are good. 51005-2 MGM209 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 3273

3274
$0.00

PURDEY SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH BOSS SINGLE TRIGGER AND CASE.

SN 15614. (1896) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 29″ Chopper lump bbls with slightly swamped, narrow game rib are engraved “James Purdey & Sons.” and “Audley House South Audley Street London. Made of Sir Joseph Whitworth’s Fluid Pressed Steel”. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs and re-proofs for 2-1/2″ chambers. Re-proofs are at .740. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with SNs and bbl makers initials “SS” (Sam Simons). Tube nos “17906” and “17907” are on loop. Coin finished, Beesley patent self-opening, sidelock action features non-automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, engraved arrowhead tumbler end cocking indicators, and single non-selective trigger, engraved on trigger plate “Boss’s Patent” and “No 11278”. It is interesting to note that lockplate screws are fitted with lock screws. Action is engraved in well cut, classic, house style rose and scroll. “J. Purdey & Sons” is on each lockplate and “Purdey’s Patent” is on bottom of action. Gun is number “1” of a pair with “1” engraved on top lever, rear of rib, and on forend iron. Single beaded small bow trigger guard has “A C” monogram under a count’s crown on bow, and SN on tang. (Factory records indicate shotgun was made for Count A. Casteja). Nicely marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 13-7/8″ over Silver type pad, and features typical drop points, point pattern checkering with mullered borders at grip, and vacant silver oval on toe line. Matching semi-beavertail long ejector forend has Anson release (Factory records indicate that this forend was made at time of re-proof in 1964). Actioners initials “SP” (Sol Prentice) are on iron. Bore diameter: left -.736, right – .725. Bore restrictions: left – .024 (mod), right – .005 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .020, right – .023. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 13-7/8″. Old oak and leather case with brass corners is embossed “H. R. Dorrington” on top. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth, and has new paper Purdey label in lid. Case contains 2-pc walnut and brass cleaning rod with mops, brush, etc., small dusting brush, square brass oil bottle, pair of snap caps, and an empty can of rangoon oil. PROVENANCE: Factory email with information about this gun. CONDITION: Good, as refurbished. Bbls retain 90% of a fine quality re-black, possibly applied at time of re-proof. Engraving somewhat washed. Action is presently coin finished and shows considerably striations on bottom. Re-blue of top lever and trigger guard are somewhat silvered. Buttstock retains most of an old oil refinish, edges somewhat rounded. Sling swivel has been removed from toe line and plugged. There are 1/2″ stress cracks behind each lockplate. Newly made factory forend wood retains nearly all of its orig finish. Bores are excellent. There is evidence of dent removal on side of left bbl about 14″ from breech end. Action is slightly loose. Bbls are off face. Drop is down despite shortening of forend iron. Ejectors are strong and in time. Trigger works. Case leather is still relatively light in color with numerous scratches, marks and rubs. Interior cloth has slight insect damage with soiling and rubs, some through. Accessories are good. 51005-3 MGM208 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 3274

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3275
$0.00

ANTIQUE PURDEY LIGHT GAME GUN WITH EXTRA BARRELS AND CASE.

SN 14886. (1893) Cal. 12 ga. Two sets of 26″ bbls, one orig to gun with narrow game rib engraved with Purdey name, Audley House address, and Whitworth steel information; bbl flats stamped with London black powder proofs, and later unknown proofs at 740. SNs and bbl makers initials “WH” (William Hill) are on bottom. Tube nos “13931” and “13932” are on loop. Second set, engraved “2” with same information on ribs, are stamped with London nitro proofs and 1976 London reproofs for 740 on water table, with SN “23449” on bottoms of bbls and bbl makers initials “RJ” (unknown). Tube nos. “57528” and “57529” are on loop. Case hardened Beesley patent self-opening sidelock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, engraved arrowhead tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers. Purdey house style rose and scroll on action and lockplates is of very high quality, and most likely done by head engraver, J. Lucas. “J. Purdey & Sons” is at the bottom of each lockplates and “PURDEY’S PATENT” is on bottom of action. Trigger guard with open scroll on bow has SN on tang. Nicely marbled and figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 15″ over Silver type pad over 1″ American walnut spacer. Stock features typical drop points, point pattern checkering and silver oval. Matching splinter Wem ejector forend with Anson release is stamped with actioners initials “F.H” (Fred Hughes). Original BBLS: Bore diameter: left -.736, right – .736. Bore restrictions: left – .000 (cyl), right – .004 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .015, right – .024. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 15″. Later BBLS: Bore diameter: left -.738, right – .741. Bore restrictions: left – .002 (cyl), right – .000 (cyl). Wall thickness: left – .022, right – .019. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 10 oz. LOP: 15″. Gun is accompanied by double ended leather case, with space for one set of bbls. CONDITION: Good. Orig bbls retain about half of what appears to be their orig blue. Later bbls retain over 90% of what is most likely a re-blue. Engraving re-cut. Action and lockplates retain traces of orig case hardening color where protected. Stocks are well worn with traces of what may be orig finish, sharp edges considerable rounded, checkering considerably worn. Buttstock is cracked in front of wrist, running up into action, has been repaired, and does not flex. Bores are excellent. Drop is down with iron trimmed. Action is tight. Hinge pin replaced. Forend does not fit newer bbls well. Ejectors are in time. Case is good. 50962-1 MGM268 (8,000-14,000) – Lot 3275

3276
$0.00

*PURDEY BEESLEY PATENT SIDELOCK EJECTOR HEAVY PROOF PIGEON GUN.

SN 19067. (1907) Cal. 12 ga. 3″ Chambers. 31″ Chopper lump bbls with matted, concave, raised rib are engraved “J. Purdey & Sons. Audley House, South Audley Street, London” and “Made of Sir Joseph Whitworth’s Fluid – Pressed Steel” on tops. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 1-1/4 oz of shot and standard chambers. Bottoms of bbls are stamped “Choke” and with SNs. Barrel makers initials “CA” (C. Aston, long time Purdey head barrel maker) are on bottom of left bbl. Tube numbers 35023 and 35024 are on loop. Case hardened, self-opening, sidelock action features non-automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, hidden third fastener, side clips, arrow engraved tumbler end cocking indicators, and early style ejectors. Action is engraved with typical house style small scroll with rose bouquets with “J. Purdey & Sons” on both lockplates and on bottom of action. Scroll engraved trigger guard has SN at grip. Nicely marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 15-1/4″ over leather-faced solid brown pad. There is a large silver oval on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release and actioners initials “J. T” (Joe Thompson) on iron. Bore diameter: left -.734, right -.734. Bore restrictions: left -.039 (full), right -.011 (lt mod). Wall thickness: left -.023, right -.025. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 1/8″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 4 oz. LOP: 15-1/4″. CONDITION: Very good, as refurbished. Bbls retain nearly all of a London quality satin re-black. Engraving on tops has been picked up. Action retains 90% re-color hardening, silvered on fences, beads, and thumbpiece, engraving considerably washed. Old replacement buttstock has been refinished, and has repaired crack running from rear of top tang to rear of left lockplate. Buttstock and forend retain nearly all of an old hand rubbed oil finish, checkering deeply re-cut. Bores are bright and shiny with some slight frosting in right bbl, and one or 2 minor pings in left. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. A great candidate for complete correct restoration, or undoubtedly a great shooter, as is. 50754-7 MGM238 (8,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 3276

3277
$6,325.00

*REFURBISHED JAMES PURDEY SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN.

SN 19265. Cal. 12 ga. 2-1/2″ Chambers. 30″ Chopper lump bbls fitted with narrow game rib, are engraved with Purdey’s famous Audley House address and Whitworth steel information on tops. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2-1/2″ chambers; bottoms of bbls with chokes, SNs, and bbl makers initials “S.S” (Sam Simons). Tube nos “36232” and “36233” are on loop. Coin finished, Beesley patent self-opening sidelock action features automatic safety, hidden third fastener, gold plated internals, engraved arrow tumbler end cocking indicators, bushed strikers, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with near full coverage Purdey house style rose and scroll. SN is on grip of scroll engraved and blued trigger guard. Well streaked and lightly figured dark European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14″ over 7/8″ thick ebony buttplate, which appears to be fitted to orig curve. Typical drop points and point pattern checkering are at grip. A vacant silver oval is on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Iron is stamped with actioners initials “J.T” (Joe Thompson). Gun is the second of a pair, with “2” stamped on rear lump, engraved on top lever and forend iron. Bore diameter: left – .735, right -.739. Bore restrictions: left -.046 (extra full), right -.048 (extra full). Wall thickness: left -.021, right -.017. Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs. 1Relatively new oak and leather case with brass corners is lined in scarlet cloth. CONDITION: Very good, as refurbished. Bbls retain nearly all of a satin re-black, lettering appears to have been re-cut, with some subsequent softening. Action has been coin finished to pewter gray over a few light pits. Stocks retain nearly all of a hand rubbed oil finish, sharp edges rounded, drop points worn, checkering re-cut. Lengthening piece is relatively new. Bores are very good, frosted, with some light striations and a few scattered pits. Action is tight (new hinge pin). Bbls are on face. Drop is good. Ejectors are very slightly out of time. 51092-1 MGM297 (7,500-12,500) C&R – Lot 3277

3278
$25,875.00

FIFTH EARLIEST KNOWN PURDEY SHOTGUN! CONVERTED FROM FLINT TO PERCUSSION, INCORPORATING WYATT PATENT SAFETY, WITH CASE AND ACCESSORIES. PROCEEDS OF SALE TO BENEFIT GUNMAKERS CHARITABLE TRUST – LONDON (TREVALLION COLLECTION).

SN 208. (1820) Cal. 14 Bore. Only four Purdey shotguns with lower serial numbers are extant; Number 14 (a single) is in the National Museum of Scotland; 86 is in the collection of James Purdey & Sons London; 44 and 200 are in private collections. This particular shotgun, no. “208” was given to David Trevallion, noted gunmaker and Purdey stocker, by his “Gaffer” (apprentice master, Bill O’Brien) who was responsible for the restoration of this gun and no. 86, an orig flint gun, which was retained by Purdeys. No 208 was given to Mr. O’Brien by Purdey’s as payment for the work done on both, as work was performed on Mr. O’Brien’s own time. This gun has boldly patterned 30″ stub twist bbls fitted with broad, concave, elevated rib, engraved in script “J. Purdey Princes Strt. Leicester Square London”. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with London black powder proofs, SNs and bbl forgers initials “CL” (the noted Charles Lancaster, who worked as a bbl forger before building complete guns at a later date). An ebony ramrod with brass tulip head and tail with steel worm under cap, is held by two plain pipes. Bbls were originally flintlock, and new percussion patent breeches have been fitted, most likely by Purdeys in the 1830’s. Breech iron with later style integral fences, has near full coverage well cut acanthus scroll with sea monster finials. Though originally flintlock, lockplates have been nicely shaped, fitted with flat bodied, serpentine percussion hammers, and nicely re-engraved with classic early sea monsters and scroll. “PURDEY” is on banner linking opposed sea monster scrolls on each lockplate. Locks are fitted with the Wyatt patent safety sears, patented in 1818, which hold hammers at half cock, and act as supplement to the normal internal sear. This safety device was often incorporated with a lever at grip which when depressed would also unlock the triggers. It appears this secondary function was removed from this gun, as there is a piece dovetailed into trigger guard tang where pivot for the grip safety would normally be. Stock is of dense, somewhat crotch figured European walnut, and measures 14-1/8″ over broad engraved steel buttplate with long top spur. Other furniture is of steel including trigger plate and thimble, both with stylized pineapple finials, and trigger guard with opposed coiled sea monsters on bow, and SN on tang. Flat top checkering with mullered borders wraps around grip and is at forend. Stock attaches to bbls with captive side nail through oval silver escutcheons. Bore diameter: left -.670, right – .670. Wall thickness: left – .032, right – .034. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 15 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. High quality early mahogany case with dual pivoting hook and key closure has inset brass corners, and typical D-ring central handle. Interior is lined in green baize, and has reproduction Purdey Princes Street Leicester Square label in lid. Case contains an array of fine period accessories including correct style unmarked copper bodied flask, Japanned Rangoon oil tin, 3-pc brass and rosewood cleaning rod in leather case marked “208”, a bird carrying sling with a swivel head, a small circular oil bottle, and a tin of Eley caps. Covered compartment with mahogany top inlet for holding locks in a typical flint manner, contains ebony handled turnscrew, 16 ga. wad punch, main spring vise, and T-shaped percussion nipple wrench with spare nipples under caps, and pricker. Another compartment with sliding top contains a morocco leather shot pouch with German silver spout by Deane, and a turks head. PROVENANCE: This gun was the subject of an article in Nov/Dec 2014 “Shooting Sportsman” on pages 69-71, 138, 140, entitled “Purdey no. 208 Examining One of The Oldest Surviving Purdeys” by David Trevallion and Steve Dalzell. Copy included. This gun is also mentioned and pictured in JAMES PURDEY & SONS GUN AND RIFLE MAKERS 200 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE by Donald Dallas, on p. 44. CONDITION: Excellent, as patiently and finely restored by Purdey craftsman, Bill O’Brien. Bbls retain nearly all of an exceptional and dramatic re-brown. Iron parts nicely cleaned to a soft pewter patina. Stock retains nearly all of a Purdey “Slack-um” finish with a few light subsequent marks. Bores are very fine, lightly frosted, with evidence of a few dents being removed mostly in left bbl about 12″ from muzzle. Locks are crisp. Case retains nearly all of a fine oil refinish over numerous light scratches. Renewed interior cloth is very fine with some light soiling. Accessories are generally good to excellent. Cleaning rod leather case is new. 51009-1 MGM214 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 3278

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3279
$0.00

*FINE 20 BORE PINLESS SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY ASPREY OF LONDON WITH CASE.

SN 1468. (1990) Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 27″ Chopper lump bbls are gold inlaid “Asprey” and engraved “New Bond Street. London.” on slightly swamped narrow game rib. Bbl flats are stamped with 1990 London proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. SN is on bottoms of bbls. Scaled down case hardened pinless sidelock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), gold line tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers. Action and lockplates are engraved with varying sized open shaded scroll with acanthus highlights, within geometric borders. “Asprey” is gold inlaid at front portion of each lockplate, and fences are carved with matching motif in semi-relief. Double beaded trigger guard is engraved with more scroll and gold inlaid with SN on short tang. Nicely streaked and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 15-3/4″ over brown leather covered pad, and features classic drop points, point pattern checkering, and gold oval. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.613, right – .612. Bore restrictions: left – .009 (IC), right – .006 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .037, right – .035. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 3/8″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 15-3/4″. Orig makers leather case with stitched leather corners by Parsons, is embossed “T. E. C.” on top. Case is lined in burgundy cloth with gold embossed burgundy Asprey label in lid, and contains a key. CONDITION: Excellent, with evidence of moderate field use. Bbls retain over 90% orig blue, thinning on sides from normal hand wear, and with a number of light scratches and rubs. Action retains approx 90% orig case hardening color, silvering on beads, and around bottom, from normal hand wear. Lockplates retain nearly all of their orig color. Top lever is silvered at thumbpiece. Trigger guard is slightly silvered on bow, considerably so at grip. Stocks have a few light marks and scratches in their orig finish, one or two a bit deeper, especially a fairly heavy knock about 1/8″ x 1/4″ at left bottom rear forend. Checkering is lightly worn. Pad appears new. Bores are excellent. Action has a hint of looseness. Bbls are slightly off face. Ejectors are strong and in time. There are a few very light marks in case leather. Straps and handle are excellent. Interior is excellent. A high quality London small bore, produced by some of the best outworkers to the London trade; production was fairly limited. 50730-10 MGM81 (25,000-35,000) – Lot 3279

3280
$18,400.00

*FINE 20 GAUGE WESTLEY RICHARDS HAND DETACHABLE BOXLOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN WITH CASE.

SN 01923. (ca 1931) Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Chopper lump bbls are engraved “Westley Richards & Co London” on slightly swamped, narrow, game rib. Bbl flats are engraved “Whitworth Steel” and “MADE IN ENGLAND”. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with SN, sheaf-of-wheat trademarks, and Birmingham nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Case hardened, round bodied, ogee backed action with detachable locks has water table stamped with patent numbers, with use no. 3844. Locks are housed under hinged floorplate and are fully engine turned, are not stamped with patent use number, but are inlaid “L” and “R” in gold. Action is engraved with 80% coverage well cut large scroll. “Westley Richards & Co” is on each side. Top, behind dolls head rib extension mortise is engraved “Westley Richards Patent One Trigger”. Automatic safety has SAFE inlaid in gold. Single trigger with selector on right side is in small bow scroll engraved trigger guard with SN on tang. Nicely fiddle figured and well streaked European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 13-7/8″ over point pattern checkered horn buttplate. Fancy pattern closely spaced checkering with line borders is at grip. Toe line is stamped “MADE IN ENGLAND” and has vacant silver oval. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.619, right – .620. Bore restrictions: left – .029 (full), right – .040 (extra full). Wall thickness: left – .032, right – .030. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Cast: approx 1/4″ on. Weight: 6 lbs. o oz. LOP: 13-7/8″. Tan leather case with leather corners is lined in green felt with gold embossed black leather Westley Richards label in lid. Case contains cleaning equipment, square oil bottle, snap caps, and black leather hand protector. PROVENANCE: Factory letter confirming specifications. History of Westley Richards and Company. CONDITION: Very fine, as partially refinished. Bbls retain approx 90% of a fine quality rust blue, possibly orig, with a few subsequent light marks and scratches. Engraving remains clear. Action retains 70 – 80% orig case hardening color strong where protected. Floorplate retains about half of its orig blue. Trigger guard is silvered on edges of bow, and considerably so at grip. Stocks retain nearly all of a well done hand rubbed oil finish with a few subsequent marks, checkering slightly worn. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Trigger works. New case is excellent, as are accessories. 51033-18 MGM293 (15,000-20,000) C&R – Lot 3280

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3281
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*SCARCE WESTLEY RICHARDS HAND DETACHABLE BOXLOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER DELUXE “OVUNDO” ORIGINAL 3″ CHAMBERED HEAVY GAME GUN WITH CASE.

SN 17597. (1915) Cal. 12 ga. 3″ Chambers. 29″ Demi-bloc bbls are fitted with concave, matted, solid rib, and Briley interchangeable choke tubes. Left side rib is engraved “Westley Richards 178 New Bond St London Gun Makers by Appointment to His Majesty George V Rex et Imp.” “OVUNDO”. Right rib is engraved “Von Lengerke & Antoine Chicago Agents”. Left sides of bbls are stamped with London nitro proofs for 1-1/4 oz of shot and long chambers. Left side of bottom bbl is engraved with “Ovundo” patent numbers. Case hardened, round bodied, ogee backed OU action with detachable locks has water table stamped with patent numbers. Locks are housed under hinged floorplate and are fully engine turned, and stamped with patent use number “2751”, also inlaid “L” and “R” in gold. Action is engraved with full coverage well cut large scroll surrounding ovate game scenes on sides of action under “WESTLEY RICHARDS”; a trio of feeding pheasant on left, and alert partridge on right. Top is engraved “Westley Richards Patent One Trigger”. Automatic safety has SAFE inlaid in gold. Blued floorplate has more scroll surrounding scene of black game cock and hen in highland environment. Single trigger with selector on right side is in small bow trigger guard engraved with pointing pointer on bow. SN is on tang. Finely marbled and nicely stump figured European walnut round knob “Prince of Wales” grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over Westley Richards embossed checkered horn buttplate over 7/8″ ebony spacer. Fancy pattern closely spaced checkering with line borders and intrusive fleur-di-lis are at grip. Rectangular horn chip guards are installed either side of trigger plate behind floorplate (most likely factory; one replaced). A gold truncated rectangle on toe line is engraved “S. S.” “10 – 10 – 77” “N.S.” Matching one piece ejector forend with large horn tip has Deeley release. Bore diameter: top -.735, bottom – .735. Bore restrictions: Screw chokes. Wall thickness: top – .027, bottom – .025. Drop at heel: 2-9/16″, drop at comb: 1-11/16″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 10 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. What appears to be orig makers leather case with shaped brass corners, is lined in burgundy cloth, and has Westley Richards New Bond Street paper label in lid. Case contains 2-pc rosewood and brass cleaning rod with mop and brush, a pair of snap caps, and three Briley thin wall choke tubes (2 in gun, for a total of 5). PROVENANCE: Factory email with orig specifications, stating it was the “highest grade” and was completed Sept 1915 for V L & A. CONDITION: Fine, as partially refinished. Bbls retain essentially all of a high quality rust blue, engraving still clear. Action retains a considerable amount, perhaps as much as 50% orig, never very strong, case hardening color. Top lever, floorplate, and trigger guard have been re-blued, and retain nearly all of that blue. Stocks have been nicely refinished over a few marks, with a few light subsequent marks. Checkering freshened. Bores are very fine to excellent, with a few light striations and frosting. Action is tight. Bbls are slightly off face. Ejectors are out of time. Trigger works. Case leather is dark, with numerous chips, rubs and scratches. Newer straps are good. Old handle is partially detached. Interior cloth is good with some insect damage, compressions, soiling and rubs. Some blocking has been renewed. Label is very good, foxed overall, and has some compressions and soiling. Accessories are good. A scarce gun especially in 3″ chambering; few Ovundos were made. 51091-1 MGM295 (12,000-18,000) C&R – Lot 3281

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3282
$40,250.00

*SUPERB 20 GAUGE HOLLAND & HOLLAND “ROYAL DELUXE” SHOTGUN WITH SPECIAL ENGRAVING BY KEITH THOMAS WITH CASE.

SN 40154. (ca 1973) Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26″ Chopper lump bbls fitted with deeply swamped game rib are engraved “Holland & Holland 13, Bruton Street. London.” on tops. Bbl flats are stamped with 1974 London nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. SNs are on bottoms of bbls. Bbls are fitted with H&H patent self opening assist spring mechanism. Small sized coin finished “Royal” sidelock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), gold band tumbler end cocking indicators, H&H patent hand detachable locks, and single non-selective trigger. Action and lockplates are engraved with full coverage well cut, attractive, large, scrolling acanthus with strap work highlights and dark shaded background. “Holland & Holland” “London – England” is on each side of action above and below lockplates. Bottom of action is also engraved “Holland & Holland London England” in scroll flanked oval device. Engravers signature, “K Thomas” is on trigger plate under front of guard bow. (Keith Thomas worked at Holland & Holland between 1969, when he completed his apprenticeship, and 1977 when he went freelance. He has a particular interest in 18th century styles.) Single beaded small bow trigger guard with more scrolling acanthus on bow, has SN in gold on short tang. Wonderfully fiddle figured and nicely marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 15-3/8″ over checkered wood butt and features classic drop points, diamond hand with point pattern checkering, and a vacant gold oval on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.614, right – .612. Bore restrictions: left – .015 (mod), right – .006 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .025, right – .026. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 5 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 15-3/8″. Makers dark leather case with stitched leather corners is lined in green cloth and has gold embossed H&H label in lid. Case contains H&H marked round oil bottle and snap caps, bench cloth, unmarked striker bottle with spare strikers, trigger lock, and 2-pc cleaning rod (still in its orig tissue wrap), with mop, brush, and jag. Also included is an H&H marked leather hand guard and the keys. CONDITION: Excellent, with evidence of little field use, with a few light marks in all fine finishes of wood and metal, with relatively faint firing marks on breechface. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Trigger is a bit balky, probably in need of some lubrication, as blade needs to be assisted forward or abruptly released to set up for second shot. Case is excellent. Accessories are near new. 51033-10 MGM290 (30,000-60,000) – Lot 3282

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3283
$40,250.00

*NEARLY NEW 20 GAUGE HOLLAND & HOLLAND ROYAL HAMMERLESS EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER SELF-OPENING GAME GUN WITH 30 INCH BARRELS AND CASE.

SN 40472. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 30″ Chopper lump bbls are fitted with swamped, concave game rib engraved “The Royal”. Tops of bbls are engraved “Holland & Holland 13, Bruton Street, London.” Bbl flats are stamped with 1979 London nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with SNs. Bbls are fitted with Holland patent self-opening assist spring. Small sized, case hardened, sidelock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), gold band tumbler end cocking indicators, H&H type hand detachable lock pin, and Holland sgl non-selective trigger. Action and lockplates are engraved in classic “Royal” house style, with near full coverage well cut varying sized scroll, with scroll and geometric borders. “Holland & Holland” is engraved in classic device on each lockplate. Bottom of action is engraved “The Royal Model”. Single beaded small bow blued and scroll engraved trigger guard has SN inlaid in gold on tang. Finely mottled and nicely figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14″ over checkered wood butt, and features standard Holland appointments of drop points, point pattern checkering on diamond hand, and a vacant gold oval on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.610, right – .611. Bore restrictions: left – .035 (full), right – .021 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .029, right – .030. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast off approx 1/4″. Weight: 5 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 14″. Makers dark leather case with stitched leather corners is embossed “S. S. S.” on top. Case is lined in green cloth, and has black leather gold embossed H&H label in lid. Case contains a pair of H&H marked snap caps and oil bottle, along with cleaning equipment. CONDITION: Excellent, near new, with only a few light marks on wood and metal, as would be associated with a few days of normal field use. Most notably, there is a small rub/ scratch on left side of bbl near breech end, and some dents and knocks, one or two fairly deep at toe area of butt. There is just a hint of silvering on action beads. Bores are excellent. Mechanically crisp. Case leather is excellent, with one or two light marks. Interior cloth has some very slight rubs and compressions. Accessories are excellent. A great handling small bore Holland. 50690-1 MGM9 (30,000-50,000) – Lot 3283

3284
$20,700.00

*SCARCE HOLLAND & HOLLAND “CENTENARY” 2 INCH LIGHTWEIGHT “ROYAL” EJECTOR SELF-OPENING GAME GUN WITH CASE.

SN 33247. (ca 1937) Cal. 12 ga. 2″ Chambers. Although not a new idea at the time this gun was made, the 1930’s saw a resurgence in the popularity of the lightweight 2″ gun. Shooters found the excellent patterns delivered by the cartridge to be an advantage over the 20 bore, and a number of makers specialized in 2″ guns. Holland & Holland originally called this model “The 12-2”, but in 1935 renamed it “The Centenary” by which name it was offered well into the ’60’s but made in very limited quantities. It was offered it in all grades from Royal Deluxe to Dominion. This fine “Royal” self-opening gun has an unusual bbl length of 27″ (most were 28″). Bbls are of chopper lump construction and are fitted with narrow, swamped game rib, engraved “Royal”. Holland & Holland name and Bruton Street address are on tops. Four 1-1/8″ triangles of well cut shaded scroll engraving are at breach ends. Gun is “1” of a pair with numeral “1” gold inlaid at breech end of rib, on top lever, and forend tip. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2″ chambers and 1 oz of shot. H&H patent self-opening assist spring has been fitted. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with SN, and bottom of left bbl is engraved “MADE IN ENGLAND”. Coin finished, small sized, “Royal” sidelock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), gold band tumbler end cocking indicators, H&H hand detachable locks, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved in classic “Royal” style with large acanthus scroll surrounding “Holland & Holland” in usual device on each lockplate. Bottom of action is engraved “Royal” “Model”. Single beaded trigger guard has SN engraved on short tang. Finely streaked and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/4″ over checkered wood butt on 1-1/2″ lengthening piece, which has been painted in to match exceptionally well. Stock also features diamond hand, as well as standard point pattern checkering, drop points, and gold oval, which is engraved with initials “RBA”. Matching splinter ejector forend has usual Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.730, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .011 (lt mod), right – .005 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .024, right – .023. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast is approx 3/8″ off. Weight: 5 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-3/4″. What appears to be orig leather V C case, has newer central rectangle on top gold embossed “ROBERT B. ARTHUR”. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth, and has black leather gold embossed H&H New Bond Street label in lid, with another black leather label for “Michael J. Kirby Fine English Guns” affixed in a compartment. Case contains cleaning equipment, square oil bottle, and a pair of snap caps marked “Michael J. Kirby”. PROVENANCE: Copy of factory ledger page of a gun with this configuration, SN not visible. CONDITION: Excellent, as refurbished. Bbls retain approx 98% of a London quality re-black, with some light marks and rubs. Action has been cleaned to coin finish, and is quite pleasing. Lock pins and safety have been temper re-blued, safety showing considerable subsequent silvering, and takedown pin a bit. Stocks retain nearly all of a high quality oil finish, checkering re-cut. Lengthening piece shows considerable subsequent shrinkage, leaving a noticeable line. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and very slightly out of time. Case is good, with some scuffs and marks on leather. Ends of top beginning to separate. Straps and handle are good. Interior cloth shows evidence of being renewed or re-glued, some partitions are loose. Accessories are fine. 2″ guns are relatively scarce, most are boxlocks. Best sidelock guns are rare, and their owners are loathe to part with them. 50623-8 MGM12 (20,000-30,000) C&R – Lot 3284

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3285
$10,350.00

*FINE SMALL BORE HOLLAND & HOLLAND NUMBER 2 DETACHABLE BACK ACTION SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH CASE.

SN 26722. (1911) Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Dovetailed bbls with slightly swamped, narrow game rib are engraved “Holland & Holland” “13, Bruton Street, London.” on tops. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2-1/2″ chambers and London 2002 re-proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with SNs. Case hardened, small sized, round bodied top lever action is fitted with patent detachable back locks, and features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), gas vents on breechface, silver band tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers. Action and lockplates are engraved with simple line and small scroll borders. “Holland & Holland” is on each lockplate, and “Holland’s” “Ejector” is on bottom. SN is on short trigger guard tang. Well marbled and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 15″ over checkered wood butt. Classic point pattern checkering is at grip. A vacant gold oval is on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend with inlet steel tip has Deeley release. Bore diameter: left -.655, right – .655. Bore restrictions: left – .012 (mod), right – .007 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .030, right – .032. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 4 oz. LOP: 15″. What is most likely orig leather case with central brass medallion is embossed “P. R. Davies – Cooke” on top. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth, and has gold embossed black leather H&H New Bond Street label in lid, along with charge card, inked in “16 bore” and “1911” and another specification card for this gun (“installed when chambers were lengthened and re-proofed”). Case contains H&H marked snap caps and oil bottle, as well as a pull through cleaning kit and two keys. CONDITION: Fine, as refurbished at time of re-proof. Newer H&H Bruton Street marked bbls retain over 90% of what appears to be their orig blue. Action and lockplates retain traces of their orig case hardening color. Other blued parts, including top lever, trigger guard, trigger plate, forend iron and latch, retain over 90% of their re-blue. Stocks retain most of an old oil refinish with many light subsequent marks and small dings, checkering re-cut and lightly worn. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case leather has darkened considerably, with many stains, marks, and rubs. Newer straps are good, as is restored handle. Interior cloth is very good, with some insect damage, rubs, and soiling. Partitions are good. Labels are good. A nice handling well balanced Holland. 50972-3 MGM271 (10,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 3285

3286
$18,400.00

*TRULY EXCEPTIONAL, DAINTY, EXTRA FINISH, .410 BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY WATSON BROTHERS WITH CARVED FENCES AND SUPERB STOCK BY EBENEZER HANDS WITH ORIGINAL CASE.

SN 10121. (ca 1928) Cal. 410. 3″ Chambers. Most .410’s were intended to be for youths or “garden guns”, and were generally of low grade and plainly finished. This superb, high quality, specially finished example is unusual. It has 27″ dovetailed bbls engraved “Watson Bros Gunmakers. Pall Mall. London.” on narrow, swamped game rib. Bbl flats are stamped with Birmingham nitro proofs for 2-1/2″ chambers. SN is engraved on bottom of right bbl. Diminutive case hardened boxlock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with near full coverage exceptionally well cut varying sized open shaded scroll within small scroll borders. “WATSON BROS” is on each side, and “PATENT EJECTOR” is on blued trigger plate. Fences are deeply carved with unusual attractive fluted scrolls. Scroll engraved trigger guard has SN on tang. Beautifully marbled and lightly figured flesh-toned European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over checkered wood butt, and features dainty side panels with bulbous drop points, and point pattern checkering with line borders at grip. Comb is specially carved with small teardrop at nose, which is the signature of the esteemed Ebenezer Hands, stocker for Watson Bros, and who, after Watson’s closing in 1935, continued with Atkin, Grant, and Lang until he was over 91 years old. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter at muzzles: left -.378 (Full?), right – .376 (full?). Wall thickness: left – .038, right – .044. Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 4 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. Orig green canvas case with tan leather trim is lined in burgundy cloth, and has large paper Watson Brothers label in lid. Case contains what appears to be many orig accessories including small ebony and brass 2-pc cleaning rod, with Turks head and jag, crystal oil bottle with pewter top by James Dixon, and a pair of snap caps. A once covered compartment (cover missing) contains straps for exterior, and another compartment has small newly made leather hand guard by John Bugden. Another compartment contains a 1923 British half crown. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining its orig finishes on wood and metal. Bbls have some silvering around muzzles, thinning a bit at breeches, with some light marks and scratches. Action has over 90% orig case hardening color, silvering on sharp edges and a bit at bottom from normal hand wear. Thumbpiece of top lever is slightly silvered. Floorplate retains nearly all of its orig bright blue. Trigger guard retains traces of its orig blue, most loss on bow due to flaking. Tang is silvered. Stocks retain over 90% of their french polish, with numerous light marks and scratches, worn through on sharp edges, and at top and right side of grip. Checkering is lightly worn. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Exterior of case shows bleaching and rubs on canvas, and rubs on corners of trim. Interior cloth is fine with compressions and soiling from contact with gun and bbls. Label is fine with some rubs and light soiling. Orig accessories are good. Half crown is near uncirculated. Simply, a beautiful little .410. 51076-1 MGM272 (12,000-16,000) C&R – Lot 3286

3287
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*EXQUISITE, LIGHTWEIGHT PAIR OF LONG BARRELED 20 GAUGE E. J. CHURCHILL “PREMIERE” PINLESS SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUNS WITH CASE.

SN 10021/10022. (1998) Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 27″ Chopper lump bbls are engraved “E. J. Churchill (Gunmakers) London – England” on narrow, swamped, game ribs, which are also gold inlaid with either “1” or “2” denoting a pair. These numerals also appear on top levers and forend tips. There are 1″ triangles of nicely cut scroll on breech ends of bbls. Bbl flats are stamped with 1998 London nitro proofs for 2-3/4′ chambers. SNs are on bottoms of bbls. Scaled down, pinless sidelock, case hardened actions feature automatic safeties (SAFE inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, gold inlaid arrow tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers. Actions are engraved with full coverage classic Churchill house “Premiere” style medium shaded scroll which is very well cut, and executed by engraver, R. Collinet, whose signature is on trigger plates. “E. J. Churchill” is tastefully gold inlaid on scroll terminated ribands at the front part of each lockplate. Bottoms of actions are gold inlaid “E. J. Churchill” “Premiere” “Model”. Blued and scroll engraved double beaded trigger guards have SNs gold inlaid on long tangs. Spectacular, beautifully matched, dark and light marbled, lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstocks measure 14-3/4″ over checkered wood butts. Stocks feature typical drop points, point pattern checkering, and gold ovals on toe lines engraved “RBA”. Matching splinter ejector forends have Anson releases. Gun no. “1”: Bore diameter: left -.630, right – .630. Bore restrictions: left – .010 (mod), right – .006 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .025, right – .026. Drop at heel: 1-15/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast off approx 1/2″. Weight: 5 lbs. 4 oz. LOP: 14-3/4″. Gun no. “2”: Bore diameter: left -.630, right – .630. Bore restrictions: left – .010 (mod), right – .005 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .027, right – .023. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast off approx 5/8″. Weight: 5 lbs. 4 oz. LOP: 14-3/4″. Churchill type VC two-gun leather case with stitched leather corners, houses each gun in its own compartment separated by central divider. Case is lined in royal blue cloth with blue printed E. J. Churchill label on divider. Bottom compartment houses high quality cleaning equipment, and Churchill marked snap caps and oil bottle in hinged covered receptacle. Corresponding area of top holds a bench cloth. PROVENANCE: Invoice copy, for these guns ca 2000, for approx 51,000 pounds for the pair. CONDITION: Essentially as new. Appear little fired since proof, with only the faintest cartridge halos on breech faces, and only the lightest of handling and assembly marks on wood and metal finishes. Case has a few minor marks and rubs on exterior leather. Interior has some very light compressions. A lovely, dynamic pair of guns. 50623-6 MGM19 (50,000-80,000) C&R – Lot 3287

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3288
$26,450.00

*HIGHLY UNUSUAL 3″ 12 BORE CHURCHILL “PREMIERE” GRADE “WOODWARD TYPE” OVER-UNDER TWO BARREL SET SHOTGUN IN EXCEPTIONALLY FINE CONDITION, WITH CASE.

SN 6835. (1949) Cal. 12 ga. 3″ Chambers. 25″ and 27″ Demi-bloc bbls are both fitted with unusual rounded, low, solid top ribs with matted centers and full length scroll engraved borders. Top bbls are engraved with Churchill’s name and Orange Street London address, and have 1-1/4″ triangles of scroll at breech ends. Left sides of top bbls and flats of bottom bbls are stamped with London nitro proofs for 3″ chambers and 1-1/2 oz of shot. SNs are engraved on bottoms of bottom bbls. Woodward type, low profile, sidelock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), gold band tumbler end cocking indicators, gold plated internals, and gold plated dbl triggers (front “loose”). Note, front trigger is situated on left side of trigger plate. Action is engraved with near full coverage well cut, open, shaded scroll within scroll borders in typical “Premiere” Churchill style. “E. J. Churchill” is in scroll terminated riband at the front of each lockplate. Bottom of action is engraved “Premiere” “Finest” “Quality”. Blued and scroll engraved double beaded trigger guard has SN on short tang. Nicely streaked European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-9/16″ over checkered wood butt, and features standard drop points, point pattern checkering, slight diamond hand, and a large gold oval on toe line engraved “RBA”. Matching full splinter forend has Anson type release. 25″ BBLS (gold inlaid XXV at rear of rib): Bore diameter: top -.730, bottom – .731. Bore restrictions: top – .015 (lt mod), bottom – .006(IC). Wall thickness: top – .031, bottom – .026. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast off approx 1/8″. Weight: 7 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 14-9/16″. 27″ BBLS: Bore diameter: top -.730, bottom – .732. Bore restrictions: top – .046 (extra full), bottom – .043 (extra full). Wall thickness: top – .027, bottom – .027. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast off approx 1/8″. Weight: 7 lbs. 15 oz. LOP: 14-9/16″. What appears to be orig makers leather VC case with stitched leather corners, has blank brass rectangle set on top. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth and has space for gun and both sets of bbls. A gold embossed black leather Churchill label is in lid. PROVENANCE: Copy of ledger page. A note of bbl measurements. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine. Bbls retain over 95% what appears to be orig black with some silvering on extractor bosses, at breech end of 27″ bbls, and with a touch at muzzles, along with a few minor marks and light scratches. Action retains nearly all of what appears to be its orig case hardening color, with some slight silvering on beads, but may be a London quality re-color. Top lever and trigger guard have some light silvering of blue on sharp edges. Blue at grip is beginning to thin. Gold wash is mostly lost from lock pins, and is rather thin on triggers. Stocks retain nearly all of what appears to be their orig finish, with some added oil and rubbing on butt portion, checkering possibly cleaned. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Both sets of bbls are on face. Ejectors are very strong and in time. Case leather is dark, and has been conserved, showing old scuffs and rubs, with a few subsequent rubs. Renewed straps and handle are very fine. Renewed interior cloth is excellent. What appears to be orig label is very fine. These Churchill OUs are quite scarce. This is a prime example, and the only one that this cataloger has seen, or ever heard of, with 3″ chambers. 50623-4 MGM17 (25,000-40,000) C&R – Lot 3288

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3289
$0.00

*HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION CHURCHILL “PREMIERE” SIDELOCK EJECTOR HEAVY GAME GUN WITH LONG (FOR CHURCHILL) BARRELS AND CASE.

SN 23936. (ca 1981) Cal. 12 ga. 28″ Chopper lump bbls fitted with slightly raised Churchill rib, are engraved “Churchill (Gunmakers) Ltd.” and “61 Pall Mall, St. James’s, London, England.” on tops. There are 1″ triangles of well cut scroll at breech ends. Bbl flats are stamped with 1979 London nitro proofs. Bottoms of bbls are engraved with SN, and importers name and address (A&F Houston, Texas) are on splinter. (This is one of 8 “Premiere” guns in the Dallas auction of the residual Churchill stock.) Case hardened sidelock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, gold band tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers. Action and lockplates are engraved with full coverage well cut small scroll within similar scroll borders. “CHURCHILL” is in scroll terminated riband on the front of each lockplate. “PREMIERE” “Finest Quality” and “MODEL” are on bottom of action. Blued trigger guard with small beads on sides of bow, has matching scroll, and SN on tang. Very finely marbled and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over checkered wood butt, and features typical drop points, point pattern checkering, and gold oval. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.727, right – .727. Bore restrictions: left – .018 (mod), right – .012 (lt mod). Drop at heel: 1-15/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 5 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. Makers leather VC case with stitched leather corners is lined in burgundy cloth, and has silver embossed Churchill label in lid. Case contains copies of story in Aug 1981 “American Rifleman” regarding auction, auction listing for this gun (lot 54, which sold for $14500.00), as well as a copy of a sample certificate of authentication. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, with evidence of limited field use. Bbls retain over 95% blue, most loss due to some rubs on side of left bbl, as well as some light scratches. Action is silvered slightly on beads and fences. Top lever has a hint of silvering. Trigger guard retains nearly all of its blue. There are a few small dings in wood, mostly on left side of buttstock, checkering somewhat darkened. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case is excellent, with a few marks. Interior shows some rubs. 50594-97 MGM86 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 3289

3290
$0.00

*VERY FINE CASBARD ENGRAVED CHURCHILL “PREMIERE” EASY OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH CASE.

SN 8503. (ca 1970) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26″ Chopper lump bbls are fitted with matted Churchill type rib and have Churchill name and address engraved on tops. There are 1-1/4″ triangles of well cut scroll at breech ends. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers, and SNs are engraved on bottoms of bbls. Case hardened and slim, Baker patent, easy opening, sidelock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), gold plated internals, and gold plated dbl triggers (front slightly “loose”). Action and lockplates are engraved with near full coverage of exceptionally well cut medium scroll with “Churchill” in scroll terminated riband at the front portion of each lockplate, and with “Premiere” “Finest” “Quality” on bottom of action. A letter from Geoffrey Casbard accompanies this gun. In it he states that he is “the culprit that engraved your gun”. Blued and double beaded trigger guard is engraved with matching, but somewhat larger scroll, and has SN on long tang. Flesh-toned, broadly marbled, and nicely figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over checkered wood butt with engraved steel heel and toe plates, and also incorporates standard drop points, point pattern checkering, and a vacant gold oval. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.729, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .031 (full), right – .014 (lt mod). Wall thickness: left – .026, right – .030. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 9 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Green canvas VC case with stitched leather corners has stitched on leather central medallion gold embossed “ROBERT B. ARTHUR”. Interior is lined in green cloth, and has gold embossed black leather Churchill label in lid. Case contains a pair of Churchill marked snap caps. PROVENANCE: Factory specification sheet. Two letters from Geoffrey Casbard regarding engraving and his work history. CONDITION: Excellent, very near to new, with only a few rubs and light handling marks in wood, and some slight silvering on metal, as would be associated with a week or two of field use. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case shows some fading, and rubs on leather. Handle is good. Interior cloth shows some rubs, compressions, and light soiling. A nicely balanced, fine handling, Churchill Premiere, with some unusual features. 50623-13 MGM14 (15,000-25,000) C&R – Lot 3290

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3291
$17,250.00

*FINE PAIR OF RARE LIGHTWEIGHT CHURCHILL “PREMIERE” SIDELOCK EJECTOR 2″ “XXV” GAME GUNS WITH CASE.

SN 7533/ 7534. Cal. 12 ga. 2″ Chambers. 25″ Chopper lump bbls are fitted with slightly raised Churchill ribs, gold inlaid “XXV” and with either “1” or “2” denoting a true pair. These guns are also gold inlaid with “1” or “2” on top levers and forend tips. Tops of bbls are engraved with Churchill name and Orange Street addresses. There are 1-1/4″ triangles of scroll at breech ends. Bbl flats are stamped with British nitro proofs for 2″ chambers at 2-3/4 tons per square inch, and “.729”. It is interesting to note that gun “7533” has Birmingham proofs, and “7534” has London proofs. Small frame, Baker patent, easy opening, 12/20 type, sidelock actions feature automatic safeties (SAFE inlaid in gold), gold line tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers. Actions are engraved with full coverage medium scroll within line borders. “E. J. Churchill” is in scroll terminated riband on each lockplate. “Premiere” “Finest” “Quality” is on bottoms of actions. Blued double beaded trigger guards are also scroll engraved and SNs are on short tangs. Fairly well matched, lightly marbled and figured European walnut straight grip buttstocks measure 15-1/4″ over checkered wood butts, and feature typical drop points, point pattern checkering, and gold ovals engraved “R. W. C.” Matching splinter ejector forends have Anson releases. Gun no. “1”: Bore diameter: left -.729, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .019 (mod), right – .016 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .029, right – .029. Drop at heel: 2-1/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 5 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 15-1/4″. Gun no. “2”: Bore diameter: left -.730, right – .728. Bore restrictions: left – .021 (mod), right – .009 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .026, right – .025. Drop at heel: 2-1/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 5 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 15-1/4″. Guns are housed in their orig brown leather special Churchill VC two gun case with stitched leather corners lined in burgundy cloth with blue label on divider. Case contains 2-pc cleaning rod with brush and jag, and a Churchill marked square oil bottle. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain essentially all of a fine quality re-black, engraving somewhat softened. Action and lockplates retain over 60% of their orig case hardening color with loss due to normal hand wear. Right lockplate of gun “2” and color of gun “1” are considerably stronger. Stocks retain nearly all of an old hand rubbed oil finish with a few subsequent marks. Sharp edges are well preserved. Checkering is lightly worn, and has not been re-cut. Bores are excellent. Actions are tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case leather is darkening, with a number of scuffs and rubs. Handles are beginning to detach, but are still good. Interior cloth is fine with some rubs and soiling. Label is excellent. Accessories are good. Most 2″ guns are made as boxlocks, sidelock guns are scarce. This pair of “best sidelocks” is exceptionally rare, possibly unique. 2″ Cartridges are readily available from RST. 51080-1 MGM287 (15,000-25,000) C&R – Lot 3291

3292
$0.00

*PAIR OF E.J. CHURCHILL “FIELD” GRADE SIDELOCK EJECTOR XXV GAME GUNS WITH CASE.

SN 6071/6072. (ca 1938) Cal. 12 ga. 2-1/2″ Chambers. The “Field” sidelock gun was third in quality after the “Premiere” and “Imperial”, and retailed for 60 pounds in 1934. They were well appointed and serviceable guns. This pair is fitted with 25″ “XXV” dovetailed bbls with Churchill ribs. They were built as a true pair, with numerals “1” or “2” inlaid in gold on rear portions of ribs, top levers, and forend tips. Tops of bbls are engraved with Churchill name and Orange Street address. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 2-1/2″ chambers. Sidelock actions are stocked to the fences and feature automatic safeties (SAFE inlaid in gold), and dbl triggers. They are engraved with 80% coverage very well cut shaded scroll with rose bouquet highlights. “E. J. Churchill” is on each lockplate, and bottoms of actions are engraved “Field” “XXV” (in gold) and “Model”. Matching trigger guards have SNs at grips. Well matched, nicely streaked, and finely flame figured European walnut straight grip buttstocks measure 14-3/4″ over ribbed horn buttplates, and feature typical drop points and point pattern checkering. Silver ovals on toe lines are engraved “RBA”. Matching splinter ejector forends have Anson releases. Gun no. “1”: Bore diameter: left -.729, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .023 (mod), right – .012 (lt mod). Wall thickness: left – .027, right – .028. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast off approx 1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 14-3/4″. Gun no. “2”: Bore diameter: left -.729, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .023 (mod), right – .012 (lt mod). Wall thickness: left – .026, right – .027. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast off approx 1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 14-3/4″. Newly made high quality English leather two-gun motor case with stitched leather corners is gold embossed “ROBERT B. ARTHUR”. Case has outer cover of purple canvas with leather trim, with same embossing on label. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth, and has old Churchill gold embossed label in lid. PROVENANCE: Factory ledger page with specifications. CONDITION: Excellent, as refurbished. Bbls retain nearly all of a London quality re-black over some light marks, engraving slightly softened. Actions have been coin finished, most engraving clear, some considerably softened, especially on trigger plates. Stocks have been nicely refinished, checkering re-cut. Mechanically, guns appear to be in top knick, with excellent bores, tight actions. Strong ejectors. Case leather has some lifting of grain on top. Outer cover is fine with some rubs. Interior cloth is excellent. Old label is fine, but a bit lumpy. Undoubtedly a great pair of shooting guns. 50623-9 MGM24 (10,000-16,000) C&R – Lot 3292

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3293
$10,062.50

*CHURCHILL “FIELD MODEL” SIDELOCK EJECTOR TRAP GUN.

SN 3435. (1927) Cal. 12 ga. 32″ Dovetailed bbls are fitted with interchangeable chokes and very high Churchill ventilated rib, and engraved “E. J. Churchill (Gun Makers) Ltd” and “Orange St. Gunworks. Leicester Square London” on tops. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 1-1/2 oz of shot and 3″ chambers. SNs are engraved on bottoms of bbls. Case hardened, sidelock action is stocked to the fences, and features non-automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), hidden third fastener, gold band tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with 80% coverage well cut, varying sized scroll with rose bouquet highlights in typical London style. “E. J. Churchill” is on each lockplate. Bottom of action is engraved “Field” “Model”. (The “Field Model” was Churchill’s second quality sidelock gun retailing for 20 guineas less than the “Premiere”.) Blued trigger guard with rose and scroll on bow has SN relief engraved on short tang. Finely marbled and nicely stump figured European walnut “Prince of Wales” round knob grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over Silver type pad, and features rounded drop points, point pattern checkering with line borders, and a silver oval on toe line engraved with monogram “BWH”. Matching beavertail ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.726, right – .728. Bore restrictions: screw chokes. Wall thickness: left – .034, right – .025. Drop at heel: 1-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 8 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refurbished. Bbls retaining essentially all of a high quality re-black. Action retains approx 40% orig color, lockplates perhaps 80%. Buttstock retains nearly all of a high quality rubbed oil refinish with new pad. Newer beavertail forend retains nearly all of its orig finishes, checkering matches quite well. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are slightly out of time. 51085-1 MGM296 (10,000-18,000) C&R – Lot 3293

3294
$7,475.00

*SUPERB COGSWELL & HARRISON “EXTRA QUALITY VICTOR EJECTOR” ORIGINAL 3″ CHAMBER HEAVY GAME GUN WITH GAME SCENE ENGRAVING BY HARRY KELL.

SN 63384. (ca 1952) Cal. 12 ga. 3″ Chambers. 30″ Chopper lump bbls are fitted with matted, swamped game rib, and are engraved “Cogswell & Harrison Ltd” and “168 Piccadilly. London. W” on tops. Bbl flats are stamped with Birmingham nitro proofs for 3″ chambers and 1-1/2 oz of shot. A small sling loop is soldered to bottom rib, and appears to be orig. Case hardened sidelock action is stocked to the fences and features non-automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), side clips, C&H rendition of Holland type detachable locks, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with near full coverage very well cut shaded open scroll and acanthus with strap work highlights surrounding vignette of pair of resting pheasant on bottom of action. Lockplates with scroll surrounding makers name on scrolled riband on fronts, have scenes of three grouse at rest in hilly environment on left plate, and possibly the same trio taking wing on right. Single beaded trigger guard with more scroll on bow, has SN in relief on tang. This fine engraving is most likely by the revered Harry Kell, as the details and layout of scroll and his treatment of backgrounds and the birds, especially their eyes, are essentially his signature. Finely marbled and nicely figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over ribbed horn buttplate, and features nicely shaped drop points, semi diamond hand with well cut point pattern checkering. Toe line is shaped with negative camber giving racy look, and is fitted with sling loop matching that on bbl, as well as a vacant gold oval. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.727, right – .727. Bore restrictions: left – .034 (full), right – .020 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .032, right – .032. Drop at heel: 2-5/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain nearly all of a re-black over light scattered marks and frosting. Action retains 80%+ of what appears to be orig case hardening color, silvered on fences and beads. Lockplates retain over 90% of their color. Blue on top lever is slightly silvered on thumbpiece. Trigger plate retains nearly all of its blue, and blue of trigger guard is thinned a bit on bow, and considerably silvered at grip. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their orig hand rubbed oil finish with some oil rubbed in as maintenance with a number of light marks and scratches. Checkering is lightly worn. Bores are excellent. Action is a hint loose at hinge. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and slightly out of time. An unusual, well made “Coggie”, top of the line, and embellished by an acknowledged master. 51076-3 MGM273 (7,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 3294

3295
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*FINE QUALITY COGSWELL & HARRISON HEAVY PROOF SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN.

SN 63652. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. This well made gun from the 1950’s has 28″ dovetailed bbls with narrow, swamped game rib, engraved with makers name, grade, and address on rib. Bbl flats are stamped with Birmingham nitro proofs for 1-1/4 oz of shot and 2-3/4″ chambers. Bottoms of bbls are stamped “MADE IN ENGLAND”. Case hardened sidelock action is stocked to the fences, and features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), hidden third fastener and sgl non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with 70% coverage well cut scroll. Makers name is on the bottom of each lockplate. Nicely marbled European walnut straight grip stock measures 14″ over Silver type pad, and features diamond grip and drop points. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.728, right – .727. Bore restrictions: left – .025 (Imod), right – .014 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .030, right – .031. Drop at heel: 2-1/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 5/8″ off. Weight: 6 lbs 13 oz. LOP: 14″. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain approx 95% orig blue. Action has over 90% orig case hardening color. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their orig finish with added oil on butt at time of installation of new pad. There are a number of stable stress cracks on right side of butt. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are slightly out of time. Trigger works. 51091-2 MGM299 (6,000-9,000) C&R – Lot 3295

3296
$0.00

*FINE OLD PAIR OF JOSEPH LANG SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUNS WITH CASE.

SN 13557/13558. (ca 1903) Cal. 12 ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. 28″ Dovetailed bbls with swamped game ribs, are engraved “Joseph Lang & Son” and “7 Bury Street St. James’s. London.” on tops. Rear portions of ribs, top levers, and forend tips are engraved with numbers “1” or “2”. Guns were built as a true pair. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 1-1/8 oz of shot, and with importers mark “BERTRAM & CO BOULDER CO”. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with makers initials and SNs. Case hardened, screw grip, sidelock actions feature automatic safeties, rib extensions with third fasteners, gold band tumbler end cocking indicators, and Lang’s highly regarded sgl non-selective triggers. Actions and lockplates are engraved with 50% coverage well cut varying sized shaded scroll. “Joseph Lang & Son” is on each lockplate. Blued and engraved trigger guards have small bows, and SNs are engraved on short tangs. Striking, nicely matched and well marbled, figured European walnut straight grip buttstocks measure 14-1/2″ over checkered wood butts on 1″ lengthening pieces. Stocks feature standard oval crest plates, point pattern checkering, and drop points. Matching splinter Southgate ejector forends have Anson releases. Gun no. “1”: Bore diameter: left -.736, right – .734. Bore restrictions: left – .018 (mod), right – .002 (cyl). Wall thickness: left – .025, right – .027. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Neutral cast. Weight: 6 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Gun no. “2”: Bore diameter: left -.734, right – .734. Bore restrictions: left – .025 (IMod), right – .002 (cyl). Wall thickness: left – .028, right – .026. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Makers leather two gun case, most likely original, with brass corners, is embossed with initials “CHS” on top, and is lined in burgundy cloth, with red and gold leather Lang label in lid. Case contains a pair of AGL marked snap caps, pair of plain snap caps, and some cleaning equipment including 3-pc brass and ebony rod, and a chamber brush with articulated joint. CONDITION: Very good, as partially refinished. Bbls retain approx 90% of a fine lustrous re-black, engraving still clear. Actions retain approx 20% orig color where protected. Lockplates retain approx 40% of their color on gun no. “2”, and about 20% on gun no. “1”. Stocks retain nearly all of a well done oil finish, with a few subsequent marks, checkering re-cut. Bores are excellent, with one or two small pings. Actions are tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Triggers work. Case is good, leather dark in color, with many rubs (has been conserved). New straps and handle are fine. Orig interior cloth is considerably soiled and rubbed. Label is fine. Accessories are good. A classic pair of vintage game guns. 50537-1 (15,000-22,500) C&R – Lot 3296

3297
$5,462.50

*JOSEPH LANG BOXLOCK EJECTOR LIGHT GAME GUN WITH EXTRA BARRELS AND CASE.

SN 20830. Cal. 20 Bore. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26″ Barrels. Tight choke bbls with gold inlaid star at breech end, as well as, open choke bbls are engraved “Joseph Lang & Son.” and “7, Bury Street, St. James’s, London. England.” on tops. Concave game ribs have scroll engraving at breech ends. Bottoms of bbls are engraved with SN. Bbl flats have London nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Case hardened scalloped back boxlock action has 70% coverage English scroll with “Joseph Lang & Son” in arched ribands on either side. Action features double triggers, and automatic safety with “SAFE” inlaid in gold. Blued floorplate and trigger guard have scroll engraving. “Joseph Lang & Son” is on floorplate, and SN is at grip of trigger guard. Lightly marbled European walnut semi-pistol grip buttstock measures 15-1/4″ over checkered wood butt. There is a silver oval on toe line with initials “F.M.W.” Stock features nicely shaped drop points and 20 LPI point pattern flat top checkering with mullered borders. Matching splinter forend has Anson release, and SN on iron. Gold Star (Tight choke) bbls: Bore diameter: left -.614, right -.614. Bore restrictions: left -.030 (FULL), right -.024 (mod). Wall thickness: left -.028, right -.031. Drop at heel: 1-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Weight: 5 lbs. 10 oz, LOP 15-1/4″. Open choke bbls: Bore diameter: left -.613, right -.613. Bore restrictions: left -.016 (mod), right -.006 (IC). Wall thickness: left -.025, right -.030. Drop at heel: 1-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Weight: 5 lbs. 9 oz, LOP 15-1/4″. Origl makers leather VC case with stitched leather corners and sliding button latch is lined in maroon cloth with gold embossed dark green leather Atkin, Grant, and Lang label. Accessories include 2-pc rosewood and brass cleaning rod, brushes, and a pair of snap caps. PROVENANCE: Correspondence from Atkin Grant and Lang for various dates 1969 – 1970, detailing ordering and delivery of this gun.. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain nearly all of their orig blue, thinning a bit above forend, and silvering at muzzles. Action retains 50-60% of orig case color, silvered on fences and at bottom. Floorplate and trigger guard have silvered to about 30% blue. Top lever is silvered at thumbpiece. Stocks retain nearly all their orig finish with a few marks and dings from handling and use, one or two fairly deep on left cheek of stock. Action is tight and on face with both sets of bbls. Ejectors are in time. Bores are excellent with no visible imperfections. Case leather has a number of marks and scuffs, but is generally fine. Straps and handle are excellent. Interior cloth is excellent with a few marks from contact with gun. Label is excellent. All partitions are tight. 50618-1 (4,500-6,500) C&R – Lot 3297

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3298
$0.00

*20 BORE CHARLES LANCASTER DELUXE SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER SELF-OPENING GAME GUN WITH CASE.

SN 25004. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Chopper lump bbls are engraved “Chas. Lancaster. Birmingham.” on low narrow concave game ribs with no. “2” inlaid in gold on rear end of rib, top lever, and forend tip. Breech ends of bbls have 1″ triangles of shaded scroll. Bottoms of bbls are fitted with Holland & Holland style assisted opening spring mechanism. Bbl flats show 1984 Birmingham nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Holland style bar lock action features non-automatic safety (SAFE is inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, and non-selective single trigger. Lockplates are fitted with H & H style hand detachable pin. Actions and lockplates are engraved with well executed large flowing open scroll. “Chas. Lancaster” is in arched riband on each lockplate. Bottom of action is engraved “De Luxe” “Assisted” “Opener”. Single beaded small bow trigger guard is scroll engraved, with SN on tang. Broadly streaked and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-7/16″ over checkered wood butt. Stock features diamond hand, drop points, and gold shield on toe line engraved “JCC”. Nicely cut approx 28 LPI flat top standard point pattern checkering has dbl line border. Matching splinter forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.617, right -.616. Bore restrictions: left -.016 (mod), right -.007 (IC). Wall thickness: left -.035, right -.030. Drop at heel: 1-13/16″;, drop at comb: 1-7/16″;. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 5 lbs. 14 oz, LOP 14-7/16″;. Brown leather case with leather corners is lined in green felt, and contains a pair of snap caps, mop and brush. This well-made sidelock gun was assembled, finished, and proofed in Birmingham England from components sourced across Britain and continental Europe and represent a fine value when compared to its London made counterparts. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain 96-98% orig blue, silvering at muzzles and breech ends, with a few marks from use, thinning slightly above forend. Action retains approx. 95% of its orig case color, silvered on beads and sides of fences. Top lever is slightly silvered at thumbpiece. Stocks retain nearly all of their orig oil finish, slightly dry, with a very few minor marks from handling and use. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. Single trigger work. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny. Case is excellent. 50735-2 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 3298

3299
$9,775.00

*JOHN RIGBY RISING BITE HEAVY PROOF SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN.

SN 16617. (ca 1900) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. This robust gun is actually a 10 ga which has had chambers sleeved to 12 ga. 29″ Dovetailed bbls are engraved “John Rigby & Co 72 St. James’s Street, London” in old English script on concave game rib. Bbl flats are stamped with London nitro proofs for 10 ga., as well as some barely visible Birmingham proofs. Bbls have been fitted with thin wall chokes that are marked “Rigby”. Case hardened sidelock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), Bissell rising bite third fastener, and dbl triggers. Action has traditional Rigby styling with foliate carved fences, dipped top edge lockplates, and rounded beads. Action is engraved with near full coverage well cut shaded scroll within small scroll borders. “Jno Rigby & Co” is in English script on each lockplate. Blued trigger guard with scroll on bow has SN on tang. Nicely marbled and lightly figured European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/4″ over black Decelerator pad. Stock features typical “Rigby” small drop points, point pattern checkering with mullered borders at grip, and a small vacant silver oval on toe line. Matching splinter forend has forward pivoting lever release, engraved “Rigby’s Patent”, and is fitted with Rigby’s unusual ejector system, which can be disengaged with hex nut. Bore diameter: left -.775, right – .777. Bore restrictions: Screw chokes. Wall thickness: left – .032, right – .032. Drop at heel: 3-1/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 5/8″ on. Weight: 8 lbs. 5 oz. LOP: 14-3/4″. Gun is accompanied by a gold ballistic cloth covered case with stitched leather corners, lined in burgundy felt, containing straps, five choke tubes, and wrench. CONDITION: Fine, as refinished. Bbls retain nearly all of a quality rust blue over some light pits, with a few subsequent marks. Action and lockplates retain nearly all of a well done re-color, engraving somewhat softened. Re-blue of top lever and trigger guard show a hint of silver. Stocks retain most of an old oil refinish, sharp edges rounded. Wood is slightly under metal in some areas. Checkering is cleaned up a bit. Pad is new. A patch of wood has been inlet toward rear of forend with screw installed. Bores are very fine, lightly frosted. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Top lever spring is a bit weak. Ejectors are in time. Case is excellent. 50819-22 MGM240 (8,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 3299

3300
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*BEST QUALITY JOHN RIGBY (CA) SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER OVER-UNDER PIGEON OR CLAYS GUN WITH CASE.

SN 4005. Cal. 12 ga. 3″ Chambers. 30″ Mono-bloc bbls with matted, ventilated rib, and vented side ribs, are gold inlaid in Old English script “John Rigby & Co” and engraved “PASO ROBLES, CA” on top left. Breech ends have 4″ triangles of large open shaded scroll. Robust, case hardened, low profile, OU action features sidelocks with traditional Rigby dipped top edge, non-automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), double Kersten type fastener, slight reinforce to top of bar which is somewhat rounded, as well as single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with semi-relief large open scrolling acanthus in open stippled ground within some geometric borders. Rigby’s famous “RR” logo is inlaid in gold on bottom. Lockplates have matching scroll but not in relief, surrounding “John Rigby & Co” in flush inlaid gold English script on each side. Engravers signature “G RUDOLPH” is on right action bead. Blued top lever and trigger guard have matching scroll. English script initials “GBM” (Geoff Miller ?) are gold inlaid on trigger guard bow. Tang extends to engraved steel grip cap. Very finely marbled and nicely stump figured, dense European walnut extreme pistol grip buttstock measures 15-1/4″ over black Decelerator pad. Well cut point pattern checkering with mullered borders is at semi-diamond hand with right hand palm swell. Matching full field forend has Deeley type release. Bore diameter: top -.727, bottom – .727. Bore restrictions: Screw chokes. Drop at heel: 1-13/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/4″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 9 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 15-1/4″. Aluminum Americase with black Cordura cover is lined in royal blue velvet, and has Rigby logo and information embroidered in lid. A lift-out tray holds bbl assembly, and bottom compartment contains 7 Rigby marked choke tubes with spanner in red plastic containers. Two other tubes are in bbls. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain 98-99% orig blue with some minor thinning on vent rib and a small rub mark from forend. Action retains nearly all of its rather thin case hardening color, lightly silvered on sharp edges. Stocks retain nearly all of their orig hand rubbed oil finish, with one or two marks. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. Trigger seems to work. Case is excellent with a few minor scuffs and compressions. At the end of its production, this gun retailed in excess of $47,000.00. 50819-4 MGM190 (10,000-16,000) – Lot 3300

3301
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*VERY ATTRACTIVE, FINELY REFURBISHED, EARLY HENRY ATKIN SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH GOLD INLAY AND CASE.

SN 1202. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Chopper lump bbls with narrow, swamped game rib, are gold inlaid “Henry Atkin” on top of right bbl, and engraved “61. Pall Mall. St. James’s. London. England.” on left. Bbl flats are stamped with 1984 London nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. SNs are on bottoms of bbls. Case hardened sidelock action is stocked to the fences, and features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), gold plated internals, and dbl triggers. Action and lockplates are engraved with near full coverage well cut, small scroll. There is gold line border engraving around backs of lockplates, fences, top tang, top lever, and around trigger plate. “Henry Atkin” is gold inlaid on scrolled riband on each lockplate, and again on bottom of action over “From” “Purdey’s”. This light use of gold sets off fine case hardening colors very well. Bow of trigger guard also has some gold line inlay, and SN is in gold on tang. What appears to be very high quality re-stock using nicely marbled and lightly figured European walnut measures 14-3/4″ over checkered wood butt, and has straight grip, drop points, point pattern checkering, and a silver oval on toe line engraved “RBA”. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.728, right – .726. Bore restrictions: left – .020 (mod), right – .008 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .030, right – .035. Drop at heel: 1-3/4″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast off approx 1/4″. Weight: 6 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14-3/4″. High quality leather motor case with stitched leather corners, is gold embossed “ROBERT B. ARTHUR” on front. Case is lined in burgundy cloth, and contains a key. CONDITION: Excellent, as completely refurbished. Bbls appear to be newly made, and retain nearly all of a very fine London quality black. Action retains 95 – 98% re-color hardening, engraving slightly softened. Nicely blued top lever and trigger guard have slight sharp edge silvering. Stocks have only a few minor marks in their excellent orig finishes. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case is excellent, with a few minor marks in leather and some re-blocking of interior. A handsome Henry Atkin gun ready for another century of enjoyment. 50623-16 MGM26 (12,000-18,000) C&R – Lot 3301

3302
$9,775.00

*NICELY MATCHED CASED PAIR OF WILLIAM POWELL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUNS WITH NEW FACTORY BARRELS AND STOCKS.

SN 11140/11141. (1902) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. This fine old pair of high end quality guns appears to have been completely rebuilt by the factory in 1994, including new 28″ dovetailed bbls engraved “William Powell & Son 35. Carrs Lane. Birmingham.” on narrow, swamped game ribs. Rib extensions have oval dolls heads with third bite, and are gold inlaid with “1” or “2” denoting a true pair. These numerals are also on top levers and forend tips. Bbl flats are stamped with Birmingham nitro proofs dated 1994 for 2-3/4′ chambers, with SNs “16158” and “16159” engraved on bottoms of bbls. (As is true with many gunmakers, a SN is assigned to each new pair of bbls.) Case hardened, square backed, sidelock actions feature automatic safeties, pivoting third fasteners, and dbl triggers. Actions are engraved with 70% coverage well cut scroll, and have makers name on each lockplate. Scroll engraved and blued trigger guards have orig SNs on tangs. Very finely matched, beautifully streaked and lightly figured flesh-toned European walnut straight grip buttstocks measure 14-5/8″ over checkered wood butts, and feature usual drop points, point pattern checkering, and silver ovals on toe line. Matching splinter Southgate ejector forends have Anson releases. Gun no. “1”: Bore diameter: left -.728, right – 727. Bore restrictions: left – .030 (full), right – .009 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .029, right – .032. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Neutral cast. Weight: 6 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. Gun no. “2”: Bore diameter: left -.727, right – .727. Bore restrictions: left – .029 (full), right – .010 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .032, right – .032. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Neutral cast. Weight: 6 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. Old, possibly orig, leather two-gun case (factory’s ledger page specifies “non-oak”) has brass corners and large central brass rectangle. Interior is lined in scarlet cloth, and has reproduction Powell label in lid. Case contains two pairs of new Powell marked snap caps. PROVENANCE: Factory ledger page. CONDITION: Excellent, as completely refurbished by factory. Bbls retain essentially all their factory blue. Actions mostly cleaned to coin finish, but have traces of orig color where protected, engraving remains sharp and clear. Newly made stocks are excellent, with a few light handling marks. Guns are mechanically crisp. Case leather is very dark, and has been conserved. Straps are good, handle renewed. New interior cloth is excellent, with some light rubs. Label is excellent. A great handling pair of guns, perfect for your next driven grouse shoot. 50623-10 MGM25 (10,000-16,000) C&R – Lot 3302

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3303
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*TONY R. WHITE AND COMPANY BEST BOXLOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER ROUND BODIED GAME GUN WITH CASE.

SN 89066. (2014) Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. This fine newly made boxlock gun, created by Tony White, long time employee of W. and C. Scott, who has been on his own since 1989, specializing in building best boxlock guns under his own name and for many in the trade. This gun has 28″ well struck dovetailed bbls with swamped, narrow game rib engraved “T. R. White & Co. Gunmakers, Staffordshire, England.”, and have gold bands at breech ends. Bbl flats are stamped with recent Birmingham nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Bottoms of bbls are engraved with SNs and importers name and address (Hi-Grade Imports) are on bottom rib. Round bodied, coin finished, boxlock action has nicely chiseled and finished fluted beads around fences and ogee back, and features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold) and single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with very nicely cut, large, shaded scrolling acanthus with strap work highlights with “T R White & Co” in gold on arched riband on floorplate. Engravers signature “G. Moore ’15” (Geoff Moore) is on trigger plate. Single beaded small bow trigger guard with more scroll on bow has SN gold inlaid on tang which extends to engraved steel grip cap. Beautifully marbled and figured European walnut “Prince of Wales” grip stock measures 14-5/8″ over checkered wood butt. Point pattern checkering with mullered borders is at grip. A gold oval engraved “CMC” is on toe line. Matching splinter Southgate ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.613, right – .613. Bore restrictions: left – .014 (mod), right – .009 (IC). Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 3/8″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. High quality tan leather case with stitched leather corners is lined in scarlet cloth with gold embossed black leather T R White label in lid. Case contains walnut and brass 2-pc cleaning rod with mop, brush, and jag in leather wallet, pair of snap caps, square oil bottle, and certificate of proof. Case has a brown canvas outer cover with tan leather trim. CONDITION: Excellent, very near to new, appears unfired since proof, with only a few of the faintest of handling and assembly marks on all wood and metal finishes. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent. 51068-1 MGM281 (10,000-20,000) – Lot 3303

3304
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*TRULY EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOM BUILT PAIR OF WEBLEY & SCOTT MODEL 700 SHOTGUNS.

SN 98593/98712. Cal. 12 ga. 1) SN 98593. 30″ bbls, 2-5/8″ chambers, with full length matted top rib, brass front bead and small engraved gold bar near breech. Bbls with approximately 1-1/2″ wedge of nicely cut scroll at breech and 3/4″ wedge of scroll at muzzles. Finely checkered gold plated double triggers. Automatic ejectors. Automatic safety. Straight grip buttstock is excellent with Circassian walnut, checkered in 2-point pattern with African buffalo horn elongated diamond shaped inserts behind action. Lined African buffalo horn buttplate. Splinter forearm with Curtis type plunger release, checkered in 3-point pattern with fully engraved escutcheon with rounded triangular horn tip. Receiver is fully and fabulously scroll engraved by Mr. Robert Bresnahan. According to an info sheet provided by our consignor, Mr. Bresnahan “hand engraved L.C. Smiths in Fulton, New York” though his name is not found in L.C. Smith The Legend Lives by Houchins. Right side of receiver with 2 Setters in field scene in oval surrounded by full scroll coverage. Left side of receiver with hunter in farm scene shooting a large and well executed pheasant, all surrounded by full coverage scroll. Bottom of receiver is fully scroll engraved with a quarter size circle of landing duck in marsh scene and marked in gold “II of II”. Trigger guard bow is scroll engraved at front with gold inlay signature “R.J. Bresnahan” with scroll engraving that extends to back of tang and SN inlaid in gold. Breech balls are fully deep relief scroll engraved and top of action with well cut oak leaf relief engraving. Top tang is fully scroll engraved, as is top lever, with pierced floral pattern at thumb push, inlaid in gold “SAFE” in front of safety. Bore diameter: left – .727, right – .727. Bore restrictions: left – .036 (full), right – .023 (MOD). Minimum wall thickness: left – .038, right – .037 . Weight: 7 lbs. 3 oz. Drop at comb: 1-3/8″, drop at heel: 2-1/4″. LOP: 14-5/8″. 2) SN 98712. 30″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers. Engraving and finish work virtually identical to gun #1 except marked “I of II” in gold on bottom and trigger guard in gold script at bow “E.D. Nunns”. Balance of finish – see description of gun #1 above. This gun with stout grip and extra long LOP was custom built for a large man. Bore diameter: left – .726, right – .727. Bore restrictions: left – .038 (full), right – .025 (MOD). Minimum wall thickness: left – .039, right – .037 . Weight: 7 lbs. 7 oz. Drop at comb: 1-5/16″, drop at heel: 2-5/8″. LOP: 15-3/4″. CONDITION: 1) Excellent. Bbls retain nearly all of their orig custom blued finish. Receiver retains 20-30% orig case hardened finish. Trigger guard and trigger plate, which were orig blued, retain approx 70% of their orig blued finish. Triggers with approx 50% gold plating remaining. Buttstock and forearm are excellent and retain approx 80% orig custom hand rubbed finish with light handling marks and minor field use showing. Buttplate is very good with minor wormhole at toe. Top of frame with very minor dried oil staining which should clean to excellent. Bores are excellent, near mirror. Ejectors are in time. Mechanics are excellent. Bbls are on face. 2) Excellent overall. Bbls nearly all of their custom blued finish. Receiver with approx 30% orig case color. Trigger plate and trigger guard as blued when engraved. Trigger plate with approx 80% blued finish. Trigger guard with traces of blue. Stocks are excellent. Buttstock with some finish loss on the right side near grip, light handling marks throughout. Mechanics are crisp. Ejectors are in time. Bores are excellent, near mirror. A really beautiful custom pair of scallop framed boxlocks. 51103-1 JSL317 (6,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 3304

3305
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MASSIVE STEPHEN GRANT EIGHT BORE HAMMER WATER-FOWLING GUN WITH CASE.

SN 3371. (1873) Cal. 8 bore. 3-1/4″ Chambers. 34″ Fine Damascus bbls are engraved “Stephen Grant 67A St. James’s Street. London” on slightly raised, concave game rib. Bbl flats are stamped with London black powder proofs for 8 bore. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with SNs. Robust, round bodied, case hardened, Jones underlever action with dbl triggers (front spring-loaded and “loose” trigger: This is a technical term often used by the gun trade to denote a trigger with webs cutaway to allow forward movement of the trigger, which reduces injury to your trigger finger from recoil. This is a similar but different technique than that involved in the making of an articulated or hinged trigger.) is fitted with peninsula non-rebounding back locks with round bodied serpentine hammers having stylized dolphins heads. Action and locks are engraved with 60% coverage well cut scroll within small scroll borders. “S. Grant” is on each lockplate. SN is on trigger guard tang. Dense, well figured, and nicely marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 13-7/8″ over steel butt plate with short top spur. Coarsely spaced point pattern checkering with mullered borders is at grip. Silver oval on toe line is engraved with monogram “PL” (?). Matching splinter forend with shaped and engraved steel tip, attaches to bbl with captive side nail through shaped oval steel escutcheons. Bore diameter: left -.923, right – .923. Bore restrictions: left – .000 (cyl), right – .010 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .030, right – .040. Drop at heel: 2-15/16″, drop at comb: 1-13/16″. Cast: very slightly off. Weight: 12 lbs. 3 oz. LOP: 13-7/8″. Old, possibly orig, oak and leather case with brass corners, is lined in blue cloth, and has reproduction Grant paper label in lid. CONDITION: Fine, as partially finished. Bbls retain nearly all of a good quality brown, with excellent definition to pattern. Action retains approx 60% orig case hardening color, strong where protected, thinning and silvering on normal wear points. Lockplates and hammers retain most of their color with some staining on left hammer. Stocks retain nearly all of a hand rubbed oil finish over numerous marks and light dings, grain still open, checkering lightly freshened. Bores are excellent, lightly frosted toward breech ends. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Locks are crisp. Case leather is quite dark with numerous scrapes and rubs. Straps are fair, renewed handle is good. New interior cloth is excellent with some light rubs. A scarce “best” quality big bore with good dimensions. 50730-4 MGM80 (12,500-17,500) – Lot 3305

3306
$28,750.00

EXEMPLARY ORNATE PERCUSSION DOUBLE GUN BY NICHOLAS NOEL BOUTET, LIKELY CONVERTED FROM FLINTLOCK DURING ITS WORKING LIFE BY BOUTET.

SN 135. Cal. .602 Bore diameter. Beautiful 32″ bbls of stub Damascus transitioning to plain twist at breech ends, have low narrow game rib. 12″ of breech section and 4″ of muzzle area around silver barleycorn front bead, are gold damascened in scrolling acanthus patterns with floral highlights. On breech ends, this damascening is either side of flush gold inlaid “Boutet” and “Versailles” in script, within ovals. Gold damascening extends to rear portion of rib with central lozenge gold inlaid with Boutet’s SN “135”. A non-original rather plain greenheart ramrod with steel tip and brass tail (worm under tail), is held by two ornate beaded and laurel leaf engraved steel pipes. “No. 135” is also stamped on rear portion of lower bbl rib. Percussion patent breeches are gold inlaid with open scroll and banding. Breech iron is relief engraved with feather band where it meets patent breeches, with flowers and man’s head on tang, and with long necked vulture feeding its young engraved in sighting dish. Locks, once flint, as evidenced by plugged holes for frizzen screws, etc., are fitted with tall, deeply chamfered serpentine hammers that have deep relief engraved stylized dolphin heads. Engraved coiled dragons surround hammer screws. Lockplates have been beautifully engraved with renditions of other vermin such as snarling spotted cats, and wolves. “BOUTET” and “A VERSAILLES” is gold inlaid at front portion of each lock either side of some beautifully cut attenuated scroll. Trigger plate is of polished steel, and is fancy filed and engraved with strawberry burst motif at termination. Central motif is of another snarling dragon. Trigger guard with beautifully sculpted octagonal section to front post, transitions through scroll to top of bow engraved with oval vignette of snarling dog holding down a striking snake. This scene is over a human face flanked by wings. Bow transitions to tang which is relief engraved with stylized flowers. Fancy filed thimble mimics finial of trigger plate. Central oval depicts a dog. The animal theme continues to crescent shaped heavy buttplate, tang of which has leaping stag at rear under acanthus transition to strawberry finial. Stock of dense crotch figured European walnut has large sculpted right hand cheekpiece, and is ornately carved with exceptionally well detailed acanthus and scroll borders surrounding full relief scrolls and flowers around thimble, in front of trigger plate finial, behind locks, around top tang, and cheekpiece. Grip extension is carved in the form of a boar’s head. A vacant gold oval is at top of grip, and stock attaches to bbls with captive side nail through oval gold escutcheons. CONDITION: Excellent, as refurbished at time of conversion to percussion. Bbls retain nearly all of an exceptional chocolate re-brown with spectacular definition to Damascus pattern. There are some slight losses to damascening overall, and it is a bit patchy. Iron and steel parts retain most of a fine French gray, engraving exquisitely done, and remains exceptionally clear. Stock retains nearly all of what appears to be its orig French polish, with quite a few light marks, nicks, and scratches. Carving has dark background, and beautiful hand rubbed highlights. Bores are excellent, but with some areas of light pitting. Locks are crisp. Nicholas Noel Boutet “Directeur Artiste” is justly regarded as the maker of the most beautiful firearms of the flintlock period. All guns made at his Versailles workshop are of the very finest quality and artistic design and this lovely fowling piece is no exception to the rule. 50785-3 MGM298 (20,000-30,000) – Lot 3306

3307
$11,500.00

FINE AND RARE NICHOLAS-NOEL BOUTET FLINTLOCK DOUBLE SHOTGUN.

SN 325. Cal. Approx. 20 Bore. 29″ Twist barrels with low, smooth concave rib are inlaid in gold with “Boutet”, on the left bbl, “32”(the order number) on the rib and “A Versailles” on right bbl. Gold inlaid lettering is in large Gothic script with scroll flourishes at each end. Breech end of each bbl has 4 gold filled Poincons, 2 being “NB” for Nicholas Boutet (Boutet’s monograph from 1800-1804), another in an elongated rectangle marked “Boutet”(marked as such from 1805-1814) as well as a small oval with an eagle, the “state control mark”. There is gold wash banding at breech and muzzle ends, as well as elliptical gold wash on either end of front sight bead which is 3-1/2″ back from muzzle. The breech iron is deeply cut away so eye can align with rib. Beautifully filed locks with inset chamfered borders and have semi-waterproof platinum lined pans and touch holes. The intricately filed frizzens and French-style cocks have matching chamfers. There are no rollers on frizzens or springs. Left lock plate is engraved “Boutet” and right “A Versailles.” in large Gothic letters. Trigger plate has intricately filed vase and flower shaped termination and is void of engraving. Trigger guard shows fine file work. Nicely streaked European walnut bellied stock terminates in finely checkered steel buttplate with intricately filed tang in same style as trigger plate. Stock features include: Sling eye on toe line; Long shadow line cheek rest; Long diamond 20 LPI borderless checkering in fancy scalloped pattern. Single wedge key slot. Stylized thimble has sling loop provision. There are no ramrod pipes on barrel. Ramrod is made of baleen and has brass tip and steel worm at tail under brass cap. PROVENANCE: Ex H.H. Thomas Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine as professionally restored. Bbls retain virtually all of their refreshed brown tone finish. Gold banding at breech end of bbls is thinning. Breech iron, Lockplates and appended metal are restored to a smooth bright burnished finish. Stock has been properly cleaned and refreshed with an old oil finish. There are sound repairs to wood at side nail and right side of forend. Nose pipe has a repaired break. Bores are good. Locks and frizzens are crisp. A lovely gun produced when the French makers were at the pinnacle of the trade at the time of Restoration and King Louis XVIII having been given new life at the hands of talented conservationists. 50785-2 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 3307

3308
$0.00

FINE HIGH QUALITY DOUBLE FLINTLOCK GAME GUN BY JEROME BLACHON OF THE NOTED FAMILY OF FINE GUN MAKERS IN ST. ETIENNE.

SN NSN. Cal. 20 bore .620 Bore diameter. 36-1/4″ Bbls with octagonal breech sections that transition to 16 sided and then through double bands to round, are gold damascened at breech ends with two-color inlay of crossed cannons, scrolls, and lines. Sunken rib is inlaid “Canon Tordu” (twisted barrels). Silver bead front sight which is set about 6″ back from muzzles, is surrounded by gold damascened sunburst. Bottoms of bbls are mounted with two steel ramrod pipes with turned ends, rear pipe with sling loop. Bottoms of bbls at breech ends are stamped with St. Etienne proofs, “TORDU”, and with makers name “A. Merleu”. Touch holes are unlined. Nicely filed breech iron has line border engraving. High quality locks with inset pans and bridled friction frizzens, have broad frizzen springs with spear finials. Round bodied lockplates have long teats at tails, are line border engraved, and also engraved “Jerome Blachon” on right lock, and “a St. Etienne” on left. (Working in 1783) Round serpentine cocks are nicely filed, as are very high quality lock internals. Relief filed steel furniture consists of classic trigger guard with urn finial, and looped grip arcaded steel buttplate with broad 2-1/2″ top spur, and well filed tailpipe. Nicely tiger fiddle figured dense European walnut stock has deeply fluted comb, nicely carved beads around lockplates with drop points, and fine relief carved acanthus swags with floral highlights around and behind breech iron tang and tailpipe. There is a relief cast silver crest plate at top of grip. Stock mounts to bbls with captive side nail, without escutcheons. Orig baleen ramrod has turned bone head and steel tail with cleaning patch slot. Drop at heel: 2-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 13-1/2″. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls are a chocolate brown patina overall. Damascening is beginning to brown through, and fade somewhat. Locks retain a good deal of their orig bright polish finish, possibly cleaned up many years ago. Furniture is somewhat brown. Stock retains most of what appears to be its orig finish worn through at grip and fore piece from normal hand wear. There is a repaired crack on left side at tip about 4″ long. A lunate shaped piece about 2″ long has been let into right side of comb. Bores are shiny with some scattered pits, very dusty. Locks and frizzens are crisp. This fine survivor from the early years of “shooting flying” would undoubtedly work well today. 50828-1 (6,500-9,000) – Lot 3308

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3309
$4,025.00

FINE DOUBLE PERCUSSION SHOTGUN BY LEPAGE OF PARIS.

SN 1697. Cal. 14 ga. (.690 Bore diameter) 31″ Beautifully deep full length flute filed, etched high quality silver Damascus bbls have slightly raised rib filed to match, which is gold inlaid “LePage a Paris” (most likely John Andre Prosper LePage working 1792-1854) and flanked by inlaid silver scrolled devices. These similar devices appear at breech ends, within the beads of the flutes. These beads extend onto patent breeches where they terminate in arcaded circular stops. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with Belgian proofs, left bbl with SN. Breech iron with integral fences has long tang and is engraved with attenuated open scroll and gold inlaid with relief flying bird. Back locks with pivoting safeties that intercept breasts of round bodied hammers at half cock, have fancy filed borders. Locks are engraved with more open scroll surrounding vignettes of gold inlaid hunting scenes; pair of setters (?) approaching a running bird on left, and with possibly the same dogs pointing a pair of birds, one on the ground, the other flushing, on right. Fancy scroll filed trigger guard with gold inlaid running stag on bow, has scrolled horn grip extension and intricately outlined finial matching thimble. Relatively plain but dense European walnut straight grip stock measures 13-5/8″ over steel buttplate, with long spur; scroll engraved and inlaid with a gold pheasant. In place of checkering, grip area is relief carved in leaf and twig motif. Stock also features a large sling loop on toe line which matches that on ramrod pipe, as well as a right hand cheekpiece. Stock attaches to bbl with captive side nail through shaped steel escutcheons. Rosewood ramrod with tulip shaped brass head and brass tail mounts through two plain pipes. PROVENANCE: Consignors notes. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls cleaned to bright silver with some scattered brown spots. All other iron parts are a silver to pewter gray patina. Stock retains most of its possibly orig French polish with a number of marks and dents. Bores are very good, with scattered pits. Locks are crisp. An attractive high quality French gun. 51049-1 MGM288 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 3309

3310
$74,750.00

*EXCEPTIONALLY RARE 410 IVO FABBRI SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER OVER-UNDER GAME GUN WITH SUPERB BAROQUE ENGRAVING BY TOMASONI WITH CASE.

SN E642. Cal. 410. 3″ Chambers. 26″ Demi-bloc bbls, with flat, matted, ventilated rib, are engraved “IVO FABBRI – BRESCIA” on left side of top bbl, and “VACUUM ARC REMELTING STEEL” on right. Bbl flats are stamped with 1989 Italian nitro proofs for 3″ chambers. Coin finished, low profile, small frame action features non-automatic safety (SAFE engraved), engraved line tumbler end cocking indicators, and single non-selective trigger. Action and lockplates are engraved with near full coverage very well cut and detailed swirling Baroque scrolling acanthus with multi-sized floral terminations and highlights, in fine stippled background. “IVO FABBRI” is in a clearing amongst the foliage on bottom of action. Engravers signature, “C. Tomasoni” (the highly regarded Claudio Tomasoni) is on trigger plate. This classic engraving extends to trigger guard which has SN on tang. Strikingly veined and marbled, as well as lightly figured European walnut flared pistol grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over black rifle type pad. Point pattern checkering with line borders is at grip. Matching one piece semi-beavertail fluted ejector forend has Anson type release with button and Fabbri’s signature reinforced tip. Diameters at muzzles: top -.383 (Full?), bottom – .393 (Mod ?). Drop at heel: 1-9/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 4 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. Tan leather case with stitched leather corners by Nizzoli, is lined in maroon velvet, and contains straps and key. PROVENANCE: Ex-Robert E. Petersen Collection. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, with only a sprinkling of light handling and assembly marks on all fine factory finishes. Mechanically crisp, appears unfired since proof. Case is excellent, with a few minor scuffs in leather. Interior is excellent with some very light compressions. The esteemed firm of Ivo Fabbri manufactures approximately two guns per month, all of the highest quality, an exceptionally few of these are small bore. 50819-30 (75,000-125,000) – Lot 3310

3311
$109,250.00

*SUPERB SMALL BORE FABBRI PINLESS SIDELOCK OVER-UNDER SHOTGUN WITH EXCEPTIONAL DRAMATIC QUAIL SCENE ENGRAVING BY “CREATIVE ART” AND CASE.

SN E965. Cal. 20 ga. 3″ Chambers. 28″ Demi-bloc bbls with matted, solid rib are engraved “IVO FABBRI – BRESCIA” and “FABBRI CRS 2002 STEEL” on top bbl either side of rib. Bbl flat is stamped with 2006 Italian nitro proofs for 3″ chambers. Coin finished, low profile, Fabbri action with pinless sidelocks, has disassembly screws located under small trap doors at top of each lockplate, and features non-automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), and single non-selective trigger. Action and lockplates are engraved with 80% coverage well cut, small scroll surrounding truly exceptional bulino renderings of quail and dogs; pair of pointers, one pointing, the other honoring, on left lockplate as a pair of quail flush. Detailed background is of high mountains and dramatic sky. Right lockplate portrays what appear to be the same dogs, pointing and honoring another pair of quail, with picket fence and conifers in background. A covey of quail have taken flight and are “in-your-face” on bottom of action. This particular scene is signed “Torcoli” on large blade of grass. “IVO FABBRI” is gold inlaid on bottom sides of action and above quail scene on bottom. This wonderful engraving, with very realistic, almost photographic renderings of dogs and birds, is signed “Creative Art” on trigger plate. Scroll engraved, small bow trigger guard has SN in gold on tang. Beautifully marbled and burl figured, flesh-toned, European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over checkered wood butt. Well cut point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching one piece forend has Anson type release in slightly wrapped forend tip. Bore diameter: top -.620, bottom – .621. Bore restrictions: top – .011 (mod), bottom – .012 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast off approx 5/8″. Weight: 6 lbs. 1 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. High quality tan leather case has stitched leather corners by Nizzoli, with label under removable compartment lid. Case is lined in burgundy cloth, with Fabbri paper label in lid. Case is French fitted for action, bbls, and forend, as well as for accessories (which are not present). CONDITION: Excellent, with only the faintest of firing halos on breechfaces, and the lightest of handling and assembly marks on wood and metal. Case leather shows some darkening, light water marks, and light scuffs. Straps and handle are excellent. Interior is excellent. Ivo Fabbri makes fewer than 25 guns per year at the pinnacle in quality, with new guns starting at approx 100,000 euros without engraving. 50401-5 MGM40 (40,000-60,000) – Lot 3311

3312
$40,250.00

*EXQUISITE FABBRI SMALL BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN WITH “MAJESTIC” ENGRAVING BY TOMASONI WITH CASE.

SN E604. (1982) Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 27-1/2″ Beautifully struck chopper lump bbls with slightly raised, flat, matted rib, are engraved “ARMI FABBRI BRESCIA ITALY” and “MADE ESPECIALLY FOR J. C. MARTIN III” on top of left bbl, and “VACUUM ARC REMELTING STEEL” on right. Bbl flats are stamped with 1982 Italian nitro proofs. Small sized, coin finished, sidelock action features non-automatic safety (SAFE engraved), line engraved tumbler end cocking indicators, and single non-selective trigger. Action and lockplates are engraved in “Majestic” pattern consisting of near full coverage semi-relief large scrolling acanthus with floral highlights surrounding interesting mythological sphinx-like beast, with scroll emanating from mouth on lockplates, and with a pair of angels either side of trigger plate on bottom of action, which also has makers name in shield device. This type of engraving was originated by Claudio Tomasoni. His signature appears on the trigger plate of this fine gun. The scroll continues onto small trigger guard bow, and SN is on tang. Striking, fiddle figured and nicely veined European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 15″ over tan leather covered pad. Well cut, borderless point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching small beavertail ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.624, right – .624. Bore restrictions: left – .019 (Imod), right – .014 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .022, right – .022. Drop at heel: 1-15/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/8″ on. Weight: 6 lbs. 9 oz. LOP: 15″. Tan leather VC case with brass corners by Nizzoli, is lined in burgundy cloth, and contains a key. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain approx 98% orig blue, thinning somewhat from normal handling, on sides, with some sharp edge wear, and a few light marks. Coin finish of action is still mostly bright, with a few small areas of toning. There are a considerable number of very light marks and scratches in the orig finish on stocks, checkering slightly darkened. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. Trigger works. Safety slide moves very easily (may need attention). Case leather is excellent with some light soiling and marks. Straps and handle are fine. Interior cloth is excellent with some rubs. Fabbri produces some of the finest guns in the world, with prices starting over $100,000.00. 50594-76 MGM58 (32,500-52,500) – Lot 3312

3313
$0.00

*SPECTACULAR IVO FABBRI “GRAND LUSSO” OVER-UNDER PIGEON GUN ENGRAVED AND GOLD INLAID BY A. GALEAZZI WITH CASE.

SN E499. (1977) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 29″ Demi-bloc bbls with concave, hand matted, ventilated rib, are gold inlaid “Ivo Fabbri Brescia” in script, and engraved “MADE IN ITALY” on top left side, and “GRAND LUSSO By Len Puccinelli”, in gold on right. Bbl flats are stamped with 1978 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Bottom bbl is engraved “BOHLER SUPER BLITZ STEEL”. Coin finished, low profile, OU sidelock action features blocked out safety and single non-selective trigger. Action and lockplates are masterfully engraved and gold inlaid by noted long time Italian engraver, Angelo Galeazzi, whose signature is under front of trigger guard bow. The game scenes depicted here were chosen by Len Puccinelli, to represent the ultimate of three categories of waterfowl shooting, with three canvas back ducks flying over marsh on left side representing the fastest flyers, three Canada geese with rising moon in background, representing those that fly the farthest, and five snipe on bottom whizzing over marsh representing the most difficult to “hit”. Mr. Puccinelli also insisted on gold inlay of major subjects, which Mr. Galeazzi was reluctant to do. Galeazzi found making gold meld well with the Bulino on steel to be a trying task, often with poor results (per letter from Puccinelli). In this particular case the combination worked out well, and the work on this fine shotgun is indeed superb. Top lever and trigger guard, as well as selected parts of action, have gold wire border inlay. Near exhibition quality, dramatic smoky marbled and lightly fiddle figured European walnut extreme pistol grip slight Monte Carlo buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over black KICKEEZ pad. Fancy pattern borderless checkering with ribbons through pattern, wraps over top of grip. Matching full one piece forend has Anson type release. (Mr. Puccinelli’s letter also relates that the wood was “given by Beretta” and that the finish and checkering is by Gary Goudi of California.) Bore diameter: top -.726, bottom – .728. Bore restrictions: top – .040 (full), bottom – .025 (Imod). Wall thickness: top – .023, bottom – .025. Drop at heel: 1-13/16″, drop at rear of Monte Carlo: 1-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-5/16″. Cast: approx 3/8″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 10 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Tan leather case with stitched leather corners by Nizzoli, has black canvas outer cover with leather trim. Case is lined in burgundy cloth, and has Leonard Puccinelli label in lid. Case is semi-french fitted for action and bbls. Accessories include round oil bottle, pair of snap caps, two striker bottles (one with spare mainsprings, the other with strikers and other springs and small parts), along with cleaning equipment including a 3-pc ebony and brass cleaning rod with mop, jag, and brush, in black leather containers. PROVENANCE: Letter from Puccinelli Design with description and features as of 1988. Business card of Angelo Galeazzi with inscription on back attesting that he did engrave this gun, and a translation of this certificate (augmented a bit) from Puccinelli, signed by Galeazzi in 1977. Fabbri catalog. Guarantee certificate. Customs form 4457 for this gun. Orvis appraisal dated Oct 1, 1984 with then current market value of $45,000.00. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain 85 – 90% orig blue with some light marks and rubs, thinning somewhat overall; considerably on sides around action. Coin finish of action remains excellent. Blue of top lever considerably silvered at thumbpiece, forend iron with patch completely silver on bottom left, trigger guard retaining 30% blue, silvered on bow and grip. Stocks retain most of their orig hand rubbed oil finish with evidence of areas refinished after re-shaping of comb, worn on sharp edges. Checkering is slightly worn. Pad is new and does not fit well. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Trigger works. Case leather is excellent, as protected by its outer cover, which has a number of scuffs and rubs. Zipper works. Interior cloth is excellent with some rubs. Accessories are excellent. A one of a kind Fabbri that was used by Mr. Puccinelli in setting the current records as of 1988 of 52 straight and 39 x 39 live pigeons at the Fort Worth and Dallas gun clubs, respectively. 51056-1 MGM261 (75,000-125,000) – Lot 3313

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3314
$37,375.00

*SUPERB IVO FABBRI SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN WITH MAGNIFICENT LARGE SCROLL BY C. TOMASONI WITH CASE.

SN E535. Cal. 12 ga. 27″ Chopper lump bbls fitted with slightly raised, flat, hand matted rib are engraved “IVO FABBRI ARMI – BRESCIA – ITALY -” and gold inlaid “Made Especially For George W. Gill. Jr.” on side of left bbl and “BOHLER SUPER BLITZ STEEL” on right. Bbl flats are stamped with 1976 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Bbls are fitted with H&H type self-opening assist spring mechanism. Coin finished sidelock action with small reinforcing bolsters, features non-automatic safety (SAFE engraved), engraved line tumbler end cocking indicators, and nicely filed single non-selective trigger. Action and lockplates are engraved with 100% coverage truly exceptional semi-relief large attenuated open acanthus scroll with floral highlights. Tendrils of scroll pierce many blossoms, and intertwine at ends. This fine work has dramatic shading. Makers name and address are on two small bands on bottom of action. Engravers signature is on trigger plate, “C Tomasoni” (the highly regarded Claudio Tomasoni). Small bow trigger guard has SN on tang. Exhibition quality, magically marbled and lightly stump figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over fully checkered wood butt, and has slight diamond hand with well cut closely spaced point pattern checkering with line borders. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. It appears that this is gun “4” of a set, with gold “4” inlaid on rear portion of rib, top lever, and forend tip. Bore diameter: left -.726, right – .726. Bore restrictions: left – .022 (mod), right – .022 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Cast: approx 5/8″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. Tan leather case with stitched leather corners has greenish yellow canvas outer cover with tan leather trim. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth. Case contains rosewood and brass 2-pc cleaning rod with mop, jag and brush in black leather container, a pair of snap caps, square oil bottle, horn striker block, cleaning cloths, and an uninstalled Fabbri label. CONDITION: Excellent, very near to new, appears essentially unfired since proof, with only a few light handling and assembly marks on all wood and metal finishes. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent. Outer cover has some rubs and pulls. Interior is excellent. A nicely appointed world class game gun. 51071-4 MGM277 (30,000-40,000) – Lot 3314

3315
$48,875.00

*SUPER QUALITY, INTERESTING FABBRI HAND DETACHABLE SIDELOCK OVER-UNDER SHOTGUN WITH VERY FINE GROUSE, PHEASANT AND SPANIEL ENGRAVING BY TOMASONI WITH CASE.

SN E704. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 27-1/2″ Demi-bloc bbls with matted, ventilated rib are engraved “IVO FABBRI – BRESCIA” and “VACUUM ARC REMELTING STEEL” on top bbl either side of rib. Bbl flat is stamped with 1988 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Coin finished, low profile, Fabbri action with hand detachable sidelocks, has takedown screws located under pivoting flip-up trap door on left at top front of each lockplate and at rear of left plate. Action features non-automatic safety (SAFE engraved) and single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with near full coverage exceptionally well cut small scroll with rose and foliate highlights surrounding finely rendered portrait of springer spaniel sitting in open field with fence row in background. Lockplates are fully engraved with Bulino scenes; spaniel surprising a trio of grouse in open meadow on left side, and on right a pair of pheasant taking wing over small woodland pond with conifers in background, as spaniel looks on. “IVO FABBRI” is engraved at bottom of both sides of action. Engraving is signed “C Tomasoni” at bottom front of each lockplate scene and on trigger plate. Small bow trigger guard has fine scroll matching that of action on bow, and SN is on tang. A small crest of shield with three vertical arrows flanked by lion and unicorn is on top lever. Interesting, intricately marbled and stump figured, European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/4″ over black Decelerator pad. Rounded tear shaped drop points are behind lockplates. Point pattern checkering with line borders is at grip. A vacant gold oval is on toe line. Matching full one piece forend has Anson type release in slightly wrapped forend tip. Bore diameter: top -.728, bottom – .728. Bore restrictions: top – .007 (IC), bottom – .009 (IC). Drop at heel: 1-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-5/16″. Cast off approx 1/4″. Weight: 7 lbs. 1 oz. LOP: 14-3/4″. High quality tan leather case with stitched leather corners by Nizzoli, has Ivo Fabbri paper label in lid along with charge card for this gun. Case is lined in burgundy cloth, and contains some cleaning equipment. CONDITION: Excellent, showing evidence of light field use, with a few light handling and assembly marks on wood and metal. Wood finish on butt is slightly water marked and dry. Mechanically excellent. Case leather is fine with some light soiling and scuffs. Straps and handle are very fine. Interior shows some rubs. A very nicely appointed top quality gun. 50401-6 MGM41 (25,000-35,000) – Lot 3315

3316
$54,625.00

*SUBLIME 28 BORE FLLI RIZZINI “R1-E” SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH EXQUISITE ENGRAVING BY BREGOLI.

SN 1830. Cal. 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. Fratelli Rizzini is renown for producing some of finest firearms made in the world today, with annual production around 12 guns. This exquisite small bore example has beautifully struck 26″ chopper lump bbls engraved “Flli Rizzini – MADE IN ITALY” on narrow, swamped game rib. Bbl flats are stamped with 1984 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Beautifully filed, small sized, coin finished, sidelock action features non-automatic safety (SICURA engraved) and single non-selective trigger. Action and lockplates are engraved with exceptionally well cut, large, open scroll with acanthus highlights, with interesting tendrils and a few small floral bouquets interspersed. Makers name does not appear on action or lockplates, but is stamped on water table. Engravers signature “Bregoli” is on trigger plate. Matching trigger guard has very small bow. Exhibition quality, wonderfully marbled and figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over checkered wood butt. Very cleanly cut, borderless point pattern checkering wraps over top of diamond grip. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Iron is stamped with SN, and engraved “EJECTORE” “BREV” “Rizzini”. Bore diameter: left -.565, right – .565. Bore restrictions: left – .032 (full), right – .019 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .024, right – .030. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 4 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, very near to new, appears unfired since proof, with only a few very light handling and assembly marks in wood and metal, most notably a 1/2″ scratch on right bbl approx 8″ from breech end, and another 2″ from breech on left bbl. There are some case rubs on finish of buttstock. A top quality quail wand. This model currently retails for nearly 100,000 euros without engraving. 50594-39 MGM100 (30,000-50,000) – Lot 3316

3317
$31,625.00

*VERY FINE Flli RIZZINI R 1-E 12 BORE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH INTERESTING BAROQUE SCROLL BY BRECOLI WITH CASE.

SN 1423. (1982) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. Fratelli Rizzini produces some of the finest guns built in the world today. This fine gun has 27-1/2″ chopper lump bbls with concave matted game rib. Top of left bbl is engraved “Flli Rizzini Magno V.T.” Bbl flats are stamped with 1982 Italian nitro proofs. Coin finished sidelock action features non-automatic safety (SICURA engraved) and single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with full coverage large scrolling acanthus in semi relief, with dark shaded backgrounds which surrounds mythological long necked, scaly bodied, bird headed, scroll breathing, winged beasts; One on each lockplate and another on the bottom of action. Makers name does not appear on exterior, but is stamped on water table along with proofs and SN. This unique scroll extends to small bow trigger guard which has SN on riband on tang. Engravers signature “Brecoli” is on trigger plate. Beautifully marbled and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over thin red rifle pad. Diamond grip has well cut borderless point pattern checkering. Matching splinter forend is fitted with Rizzini’s patented ejector system, and has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.725, right – .724. Bore restrictions: left – .015 (mod), right – .012 (mod). Drop at heel: 1-3/4″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 1/8″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. Tan leather case with stitched leather corners, by Nizzoli (marked on latch) is lined in dark olive felt, and has large paper Rizzini label in lid. Case contains a pair of snap caps, vaseline jar, and a 2-pc walnut and brass cleaning rod with brush and mop, as well as exterior straps in covered compartment. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain approx 98% orig blue with some light flecking and thinning. Coin finish of action remains clear and bright. Stocks retain approx 95% of their orig finish, thinned considerably at grip and on forend, checkering slightly worn. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Trigger works. There are a number of marks and scuffs in exterior leather of case, which shows areas of darkening. Interior cloth is excellent, with some compressions. Label has a crease. Accessories are excellent. 50594-117 MGM52 (25,000-40,000) – Lot 3317

3318
$12,650.00

*B. RIZZINI 20 BORE OVER-UNDER SHOTGUN WITH FINE SCROLL AND GAME SCENES BY GIOVANELLI AND CORTINI WITH EXCEPTIONAL BURL WALNUT STOCKS (WOOD SUPPLIED BY W. L. MOORE) WITH CASE.

SN 26491. Cal. 20 ga. 3″ Chambers. 28″ Mono-bloc bbls fitted with narrow, matted, ventilated rib, are engraved “Rizzini Marcheno V. T. Italy” on left side of rib, and “William Larkin Moore & Co” on right. Mono-bloc is stamped with 1997 Italian nitro proofs for 3″ chambers. Coin finished, sideplated, boxlock, low profile, OU action features single selective trigger. Action is engraved with 80% coverage well cut small scroll with fine Bulino vignette of woodcock flying through alder branches on bottom under grade in forend iron mortise. Sideplates with more scroll, also feature game birds; quail flying over western environment on left, and snipe diving over marsh on right. “RIZZINI” is on each lockplate. Engravers signatures “C Giovanelli” and “Don Cortini” are on trigger plate. Spectacular, flesh toned, burl figured, and nicely marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over checkered wood butt. (This wonderful wood was supplied by W. L. Moore for this gun, which may have been a promotional piece.) Stock features point pattern checkering and a vacant gold oval. Matching one piece forend has Anson type release. Bore diameter: top -.622, bottom – .622. Bore restrictions: top – .014 (mod), bottom – .014 (mod). Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 0 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. Tan leather case with stitched leather corners is lined in burgundy cloth with black B R label in lid, and contains a pair of snap caps, cleaning rod with implements, and stock removal tool. Also proof certificates. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, very near to new, with only the lightest of handling marks in all factory finishes. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent, with a few minor rubs on leather. Interior is excellent. 50594-118 MGM59 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 3318

3319
$40,250.00

*SELDOM SEEN FLLI BERTUZZI ARIETE SIDELOCK SELF-COCKING HAMMER EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH CASE.

SN 5920. Cal. 20 ga. 29″ Chopper lump bbls with slightly swamped narrow game rib, are engraved “ARMI” with makers name “Flli BERTUZZI” in gold, as well as “GARDONE V.T.” on side of left bbl. Bbl flats are stamped with 1992 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Importers name and address (WLM & Co Westlake Village, CA) are engraved on bottoms. Coin finished action with nicely filed fences is fitted with bar locks sporting round bodied serpentine hammers with tall spurs. Action also features non-automatic safety (S engraved) and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action and lockplates are engraved with traditional British style rose and scroll. “ARMI Flli BERTUZZI” is on left side of action and “ITALY” “GARDONE V. T.” are on right. This well cut scroll surrounds interesting Bulino portrait of pair of pointers in mountainous setting on bottom of action. This portrait is signed with initials “GP” (Gianfranco Pedersoli ?). The engraver responsible for scroll, “Bernardelli”, signed the trigger plate. Single beaded trigger guard is also scroll engraved. Finely marbled and lightly stump figured flesh toned European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over checkered wood butt with scroll engraved steel heel and toe plates, and features drop points, as well as well cut, closely spaced, point pattern checkering at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend with Anson release has large gold Bertuzzi crest inlet into central uncheckered diamond. Bore diameter: left -.625, right – .625. Bore restrictions: left – .023 (Imod), right – .016 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/16″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 3 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Good quality tan leather case with stitched leather corners is lined in burgundy cloth, and has gold embossed black leather Bertuzzi label in lid. Case contains 2-pc rosewood and brass cleaning rod, square oil bottle, and a pair of snap caps. CONDITION: Excellent, near new, appears essentially unfired since proof, with only a few of the lightest of handling and assembly marks in all fine wood and metal finishes. Mechanically crisp. Case has some minor marks and scuffs in exterior leather. Straps and handle are fine. Interior cloth is very fine with some very light rubs and soiling. Accessories are excellent. Very few of these high quality hammer guns were made, and their like will never be made again. 51071-3 MGM279 (30,000-50,000) – Lot 3319

3320
$23,000.00

*TRADITIONALLY STYLED BERTUZZI 28 BORE “VENERE” BEST SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN AND CASE.

SN 5772. Cal. 28 ga. 26-3/4″ Chopper lump bbls with raised, hand matted, flat game rib, are unmarked where visible. Bbl flats are stamped with 1982 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers, and “ARMI BERTUZZI”. Unusual case hardened small sized sidelock action features non-automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, gold line tumbler end cocking indicators, and single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved in exceptionally well cut traditional British style rose and scroll. Action is devoid of makers name, except on water table. Fences are finely relief carved in oak leaf and acorn motif. Single beaded small bow trigger guard is engraved with matching scroll and has SN on tang. Engravers initials “RJC” are on left side of trigger plate. Nicely crotch figured European (?) walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over fully checkered wood butt. Stock features rounded drop points, point pattern borderless checkering at grip, and a vacant gold oval on toe line. Matching beavertail ejector forend with Anson release has gold enameled gold crowned device with foliage inlet into uncheckered central diamond. Bore diameter: left -.555, right – .558. Bore restrictions: left – .027 (full), right – .010 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-7/16″ , drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 1/8″ on. Weight: 5 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. Brown leather case with stitched leather corners by Nizzoli is lined in dark olive green felt, with gold embossed brown leather Bertuzzi label stitched into lid, and contains a key. CONDITION: Excellent, showing only very limited use, with a few light handling marks. Blue is thinning at breech areas of bbls. Case hardening colors are silvering a bit on sharp edges. There are firing halos on breechface. Bores are excellent. Mechanically excellent. Case shows numerous scuffs and marks. Straps and handle are good. Interior is excellent with some compressions. These fine guns are no longer made, as the Bertuzzi Brothers retired a number of years ago. 51071-2 MGM278 (20,000-28,000) – Lot 3320

3321
$48,875.00

*TRULY EXCEPTIONAL 28 GAUGE LUCIANO BOSIS OVER-UNDER SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN WITH SUPERB BAROQUE SCROLL AND DRAGON ENGRAVING BY DASSA WITH CASE.

SN 035. Cal. 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26-7/8″ Beautifully struck demi-bloc bbls by Luterotti with flat, matted, solid rib, are engraved “Luciano Bosis – Brescia – Italia” on top left. Bbl flat is stamped with SN and 1991 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Small frame, low profile, OU sidelock action features non-automatic safety (S engraved), and single non-selective trigger. Action and lockplates are engraved with truly exceptional, dramatic open scrolling acanthus in dark shaded background with terminations of scroll in the form of dragons heads, mouths agape, central dragon on lockplates breathing fire. Scroll emanates from the mouth of profile “north wind” figure at rear of plates. Bottom of action is engraved “LUCIANO BOSIS” on draped ribbon, and dragons flank trigger plate at rear. Master engravers responsible for this excellent work are the renowned Brothers Dassa, whose signature is on trigger plate. More scroll continues onto trigger guard. Exhibition quality, wonderfully stump figured and strikingly dark veined European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over fully checkered wood butt. Exceptionally well cut, closely spaced, borderless point pattern checkering is on diamond hand. Matching full one piece forend has Anson type release button in wraparound steel tip, and Bosis crest is inlet in gold on uncheckered central diamond. Bore diameter: top -.559, bottom – .559. Bore restrictions: top – .032 (full), bottom – .015 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 5 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. Brown leather case with stitched leather corners by Amiet (on latch), is lined in scarlet velvet, and has colored paper Bosis label in lid. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, appears unfired since proof, with only a few minor handling and assembly marks on all factory finishes, most notably a dulling of finish from case rub (?) on left side of buttstock. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent with some rubs and dings. Interior has some compressions and light soiling. Luciano Bosis guns are the ultimate in quality, and made on custom order only. They are priced without engraving, which is to be negotiated between the customer and artist. 50819-2 MGM175 (30,000-40,000) – Lot 3321

3322
$40,250.00

*BEAUTIFULLY CRAFTED LUCIANO BOSIS MICHELANGELO SIDELOCK OVER-UNDER SHOTGUN WITH CASE.

SN 216. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. Luciano Bosis custom makes approx 25 guns per year, all of the finest quality. Engraving is normally contracted directly by the customer, and a new Bosis retails at over $60,000.00 without engraving. This particular gun has 27-5/8″ demi-bloc bbls by Luterotti, which are beautifully struck. They are fitted with slightly raised, narrow, file cut, ventilated rib. Left side of top bbl is engraved “Luciano Bosis – Brescia – Italy”. Bbl flat is stamped with 1998 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Boss style, low profile, coin finished, OU action features non-automatic safety (SICURA engraved), and single non-selective trigger. Action and lockplates are engraved with near full coverage exceptionally well cut, classic English type rose and scroll. “LUCIANO BOSIS” is on each side of action, as well as on bottom over “BRECIA”. Engravers signature, the highly regarded “Naida Martinelli”, is on trigger plate. Exceptional burl figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over thin, black Decelerator pad. Very well cut point pattern checkering with line border is at grip. Matching, near fully checkered, slim, one piece forend has Anson type release, with button in wrap-around forend tip, with inlet gold Bosis crest on uncheckered central diamond. Bore diameter: top -.625, bottom – .625. Bore restrictions: top – .027 (full), bottom – .025 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-5/16″. Weight: 6 lbs. 9 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. High quality tan leather motor case with stitched leather corners is lined in purple cloth, and has gold embossed black leather Bosis label in lid. Case contains plastic case with spare strikers, mainsprings, and tool. CONDITION: Excellent, near to new, with only a few minor marks on wood and metal finishes. Bbls have some assembly marks, with a scuff on left side at grip. Bores are excellent. Mechanically crisp. Case leather is still light in color, with some minor marks, and a very deep jagged scratch on front. Handle and straps are very fine. Interior cloth is excellent, as are tool and replacement parts. 50175-1 MGM4 (35,000-55,000) – Lot 3322

3323
$37,375.00

*VERY FINE 20 GAUGE LUCIANO BOSIS MICHELANGELO OVER-UNDER GAME GUN ENGRAVED BY TERZI WITH CASE.

SN 228. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. Luciano Bosis custom makes approx 25 guns per year, all of the finest quality. Engraving is normally contracted directly by the customer, and a new Bosis retails at over $60,000.00 without engraving. This particular gun has 27-1/2″ demi-bloc bbls by Luterotti, which are beautifully struck. They are fitted with slightly raised, narrow, matted, solid rib. Left side of top bbl is engraved “L. BOSIS”. Bbl flat is stamped with 1998 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers, and with importers name and address (N E Arms). Boss style, low profile, coin finished, OU action features automatic safety (SAFE engraved) and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action and lockplates are engraved with near full coverage truly exceptional, well cut, dramatic, large, scrolling acanthus interspersed with floral highlights. “L. Bosis” is in small riband on each side of action. Engravers signature, “M Terzi” (Mario Terzi) is on trigger plate. Very fine, intricately marbled and well figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over checkered wood butt. Very well cut point pattern checkering with line borders is at grip. A silver oval engraved “RBA” is on toe line. Matching, near fully checkered, one piece forend has Anson type release, with button in wrap-around forend tip, with inlet gold Bosis crest on uncheckered central diamond. Bore diameter: top -.630, bottom – .630. Bore restrictions: top – .006 (IC), bottom – .000 (cyl). Wall thickness: top – .029, bottom – .031. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast off approx 1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs. 10 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. High quality leather case with brass corners by Nizzoli, is gold embossed “ROBERT B ARTHUR” on lid. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth, and has gold embossed black leather Bosis label in lid. Case contains spare mainsprings and strikers in plastic case, along with the key. PROVENANCE: Proof certificate, with specifications. CONDITION: Excellent, with only a few minor marks on wood and metal finishes, most notably a number of light scratches on right side of stock behind grip. Bores are excellent. Mechanically crisp. Case leather has a few minor scratches. Straps and handle are excellent. Interior is excellent, with a few minor rubs and is a bit dusty. 50623-12 MGM16 (35,000-55,000) – Lot 3323

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3324
$34,500.00

*SUPERB LUCIANO BOSIS MICHELANGELO OVER-UNDER GAME GUN ENGRAVED BY TERZI WITH CASE.

SN 217. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. Luciano Bosis custom makes approx 25 guns per year, all of the finest quality. Engraving is normally contracted directly by the customer, and a new Bosis retails at over $60,000.00 without engraving. This particular gun has 27-5/8″ demi-bloc bbls by Luterotti, which are beautifully struck. They are fitted with slightly raised, medium width, matted, solid rib. Left side of top bbl is engraved “L. BOSIS”. Bbl flat is stamped with 1998 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers, and with importers name and address (N E Arms). Boss style, low profile, coin finished, OU action features automatic safety (SAFE engraved), hand detachable locks with H&H type takedown pin, and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action and lockplates are engraved with near full coverage, truly exceptional, well cut, dramatic, large, scrolling acanthus interspersed with floral highlights. “L. Bosis” is in small riband on each side of action. Engravers signature, “M Terzi” (Mario) is on trigger plate. Very fine, beautifully marbled and nicely flame figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over checkered wood butt. Very well cut point pattern checkering with line borders is at grip. A silver oval engraved “RBA” is on toe line. Matching, near fully checkered, one piece forend has Anson type release, with button in wrap-around forend tip, with inlet gold Bosis crest on uncheckered central diamond. Bore diameter: top -.730, bottom – .730. Bore restrictions: top – .020 (mod), bottom – .009 (IC). Wall thickness: top – .022, bottom – .024. Drop at heel: 1-15/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast off approx 3/8″. Weight: 7 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. High quality leather case with brass corners by Nizzoli, is lined in burgundy cloth, and has gold embossed black leather Bosis label in lid. Case contains a pair of L. Bosis signed snap caps, spare mainsprings, strikers, and cocking tool in plastic case, along with the key. PROVENANCE: Proof certificate, with specifications. CONDITION: Excellent, near to new, with only a few minor marks on wood and metal finishes, most notably a number of light scratches on left side of butt, as would be associated with casual use afield. Bores are excellent. Mechanically crisp. Case leather has a few minor scratches. Straps and handle are excellent. Interior is excellent, with a few minor rubs. 50623-11 MGM15 (30,000-45,000) – Lot 3324

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3325
$43,125.00

*SUBLIME .410 ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI JOREMA SIDELOCK EJECTOR OVER-UNDER GAME GUN WITH FINE SMALL SCROLL BY RIZZINI AND SUPERB BULINO GAME SCENES BY PEDERSOLI WITH CASE.

SN 532. (1982) Cal. 410. 3″ Chambers. This svelte little gun was made in 1982 shortly after Mario Abbiatico and Remo Salvinelli set out to build the world’s finest guns. This wonderful gun represents a combination of top notch gunmaking coupled with exceptionally fine embellishment. Finely struck 26″ demi-bloc bbls are fitted with narrow, matted, ventilated rib, engraved “Abbiatico & Salvinelli” on left side of top bbl. Bottom flat is stamped with 1982 Italian nitro proofs, SN and “A&S”. Diminutive, coin finished, low profile, OU sidelock action is nicely filed and features non-automatic safety (SICURA engraved) and single non-selective trigger. “6” is gold inlaid on top strap under top lever. (This number possibly represents “the sixth .410 made”) Action is engraved with near full coverage very well cut minuscule scroll surrounding finely detailed vignette on bottom of action of a pair of pointers, one pointing, the other, obviously an older dog, in background watching while a quail flushes toward viewer and flairs away. Bottom of forend iron is engraved “ABBIATICO” “SALVINELLI”. Left lockplate is of a finely detailed, background of old gnarled trees, with three woodcock, two flushing at center, the other still nestled on ground toward front. Right plate depicts thicket of alders with trio of ruffed grouse flushing into opening. The quality of this work is exceptionally fine and dramatically expressed. Engravers signature, Pedersoli (Gianfranco Pedersoli, noted master of the Bulino technique) is at bottom right of dog and bird scene. Sideplates are unsigned. Trigger plate is engraved “inc Inglesina Rizzini A” (engraving, English scroll, Rizzini A (Aldo)) whose fine scroll continues onto small bow single beaded trigger guard, which has SN on tang. Striking, brightly semi burl figured and well streaked red-toned European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over checkered wood butt with engraved steel heel and toe plates. Stock features drop points and well cut, closely spaced, point pattern checkering with line borders on diamond grip. Matching slim one piece ejector forend has unusual Deeley type release with bolt actuated by sliding button fully relief cast and engraved with “A & S” crest at central diamond. Diameters at muzzles: top -.385 (full?), bottom – .396 (Mod?). Drop at heel: 1-3/4+”, drop at comb: 1-1/4+”. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 5 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. Tan leather case with stitched leather corners is lined in scarlet velvet, and has tan leather A&S label stitched into lid. Case is semi-french fitted for gun and bbls, and contains a pair of replacement mainsprings, snap caps, round A&S marked oil bottle, and a striker bottle containing spare strikers. CONDITION: Excellent, very close to new, with only a few very faint light scratches on metal surfaces, with handling and assembly marks, and with a few very light scratches and marks in wood. Coin finish of action has some darkening due to congealed oil. Mechanically excellent, appears essentially unfired since proof. Case leather is excellent with a few compressions and rubs. Interior cloth shows some compressions. Accessories are excellent. 50861-4 MGM173 (50,000-80,000) – Lot 3325

3326
$40,250.00

*EXQUISITE .410 ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI JOREMA SIDELOCK EJECTOR OVER-UNDER GAME GUN WITH EXCEPTIONAL SMALL SCROLL BY SABATTI AND WONDERFUL BULINO SCENES FEATURING DIANA GODDESS OF THE HUNT BY GALEAZZI AND CASE.

SN 585. (1983) Cal. 410. 3″ Chambers. This dainty little gun was made during the time when Mario Abbiatico and Remo Salvinelli set out to build the world’s finest guns. For the most part they succeeded, and this wonderful gun represents a combination of top notch gunmaking coupled with embellishment by some of the greatest Italian engravers. Beautifully struck 27″ demi-bloc bbls are fitted with narrow, ventilated rib, inlaid in gold “Abbiatico & Salvinelli” on left side of top bbl. Bottom flat is stamped with 1983 Italian nitro proofs, SN and “A&S”. Diminutive, coin finished, low profile, OU sidelock action is nicely filed and features non-automatic safety (S inlaid in gold), and single non-selective trigger. “8” is gold inlaid on top strap under top lever. Action is engraved with near full coverage very well cut minuscule scroll surrounding oval vignette of Diana, quiver over her shoulder, carrying her bow, about to ready an arrow, as she strolls through open woodlands accompanied by her greyhound. This scene is nearly identical to that illustrated in plate XLV on page 186 of MODERN FIREARM ENGRAVINGS by Mario Abbiatico. Lockplates continue the theme of Diana; she is shown on left plate being dressed and reequipped after her bath by attending nymphs. Right side shows Diana seated on rock, quiver on ground, as she removes her sandals, preparing for her bath. Scene on bottom of action is not signed, but the two lockplate scenes are signed “Galeazzi” (Fausti highly regarded engraver, whose brother, Angelo, made a specialty of depicting Diana in his work. The texture and detail are captured exceptionally well, and the engraving of this fine gun is exceptional. Trigger plate is signed “INGLESINA SABATTI G. INC.” (Gianmarco Sabatti) who was responsible for the intricate scroll, which continues onto small bow single beaded trigger guard, which also has SN gold inlaid on tang. Attractive, nicely streaked, and lightly marbled flesh-toned European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over checkered wood butt, and features drop points and well cut, closely spaced, point pattern borderless checkering on slightly diamond grip. Matching slim one piece ejector forend has unusual Deeley type release with bolt actuated by sliding button fully relief cast and engraved with “A & S” crest at central diamond. Diameters at muzzles: top -.385 (full?), bottom – .405 (IC?). Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/4″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 5 lbs. 9 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. Dark tan leather case with stitched leather corners by Nizzoli, is lined in purple velvet, and has brown leather A&S label stitched into lid, with velcro compartment holding build card, listing craftsmen involved in the building of this fine gun, including Dante, Mario (Abbiatico), Poli, Remo (Salvinelli), and Tony, along with engraver “Fausto Galeazzi”. Case is semi-french fitted for gun and bbls, and contains a bag with pair of spare mainsprings and firing pins, along with the key. CONDITION: Excellent, very close to new, with only a few very faint light scratches on metal surfaces, with handling and assembly marks, and with a few scratches and minor dings in wood, mostly on right side of buttstock. Mechanically excellent, appears essentially unfired since proof. Case leather is excellent with a few compressions and rubs. Interior cloth shows some compressions and very light soiling from bbls. 50819-12 MGM171 (40,000-60,000) – Lot 3326

3327
$31,625.00

*TOP OF THE LINE ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI JOREMA ROYAL DELUXE OVER-UNDER SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH SUPERB SCROLL BY DASSA AND BULINO GAME SCENES BY TOMASONI, WITH EXTRA BARRELS AND CASE.

SN 1146. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. Two sets of 27″ demi-bloc bbls engraved “ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI” on tops, have “I” or “II” gold inlaid on 2″ scroll engraved Nock form at breech ends. Front bead is on small short ramp at muzzles. Bbl flat is stamped with 1995 Italian nitro proofs, SN, and “A&S”. Importers name and address (Ed Hinkle, Lexington, NC) is on each bottom bbl. Coin finished, well filed, low profile, OU action fitted with pinless sidelocks (dismounting pin with hex key spring-loaded access), features non-automatic safety (SAFE engraved) and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved with near full coverage very well cut, minuscule shaded scroll by Dassa, whose signature is on trigger plate. This attractive scroll surrounds bulino game scenes by Claudio Tomasoni, whose signature is at the bottom of each scene on lockplates. Left plate depicts four chukar partridge taking wing from open hillside, and right plate depicts five mallards settling into marshy pond, grass in foreground. Bottom of action depicts a rising cock pheasant. This scene is unsigned. Single beaded trigger guard has more scroll surrounding oval with gold inlaid portrait of a grouse. SN is in gold on tang. Attractively figured and nicely marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-5/16″ over fully checkered wood butt. Closely spaced point pattern checkering with line borders is at grip. A gold oval on toe line is engraved “PJG”. Each bbl set has its own slim, matching forend with Anson type release with “I” or “II” inlaid on tip. BBL set “I”: Bore diameter: top -.729, bottom – .723. Bore restrictions: top – .008 (IC), bottom – .002 (skeet). Drop at heel: 2-1/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 10 oz. LOP: 14-5/16″. BBL set “II”: Bore diameter: top -.724, bottom – .724. Bore restrictions: top – .031 (full), bottom – .019 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 14-5/16″. High quality leather two gun motor case with stitched leather corners is lined in dark green cloth, and has black leather A&S label stitched into lid. Case contains lock removal tool. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, with only the faintest of handling and assembly marks on all metal and wood surfaces, with little evidence of firing since proof. Mechanically crisp. Case leather has a few minor rubs and scuffs. Interior has some light compressions. A superb lightweight 12 bore OU. 50819-5 MGM179 (30,000-40,000) – Lot 3327

3328
$0.00

*TOP OF THE LINE ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI JOREMA ROYAL DELUXE OVER-UNDER PINLESS SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE/ DOUBLES TRAP GUN WITH SUPERB RELIEF ACANTHUS AND BULINO DOG SCENES BY GALEAZZI, WITH CASE.

SN 760. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. Two sets of demi-bloc bbls, one single trap 33-3/4″ bbl, another set for double trap or clays is 30″. Both are fitted with matted, ventilated ribs; singles trap set raised and with “ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI” in gold on riband surrounded by scroll on breech section. Makers name is on left side top bbl of OU set. Bottom flat is stamped with 1986 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Coin finished, well filed, low profile, OU action fitted with pinless sidelocks features non-automatic safety (SAFE engraved) and single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with near full coverage very well carved, relief medium scrolling acanthus. This fine acanthus scroll surrounds bulino dog and game scenes by A. Galeazzi, whose signature is at extreme right of scene on right lockplate. Left plate depicts a Springer spaniel standing on spit of land surrounded by marsh, larger trees in background, watching while a pair of mallards take flight. Right lock portrays a pair of golden retrievers watching as a trio of ducks take flight from bank of river. Scene on bottom of action is a fine face-on full portrait of a Brittany spaniel. Makers name is inlaid in gold on bottom of forend iron, and “42” (significance unknown) is in gold on top strap under lever. Relief scrolling acanthus extends to single beaded trigger guard which has SN gold inlaid on tang. Finely marbled and stump figured European walnut extreme flared pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over black Decelerator clays pad. Closely spaced borderless point pattern checkering is at diamond grip with right hand palm swell. Gold monogram “IBR” (?) is inlet into toe line. Each bbl set has its own matching semi-beavertail one piece forend with Anson type release. Single Trap BBL: Bore diameter: .735. Bore restrictions: .036 (full). Drop at heel: 1-5/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 9 lbs. 1 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. OU BBLS: Bore diameter: top -.725, bottom – .724. Bore restrictions: top – .022 (mod), bottom – .038 (full). Drop at heel: 1-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 8 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Brown leather case with stitched leather corners by Nizzoli, is lined in purple velvet, and has brown leather A&S label stitched into lid. Case is semi french fitted for action and both sets of bbls, and contains straps, snap caps, and a striker bottle with a pair of spare mainsprings and strikers. CONDITION: Excellent, very close to new, with only the faintest of handling and assembly marks on all metal and wood surfaces, with little evidence of firing since proof, with very faint firing halos on breechface. Mechanically crisp. Case leather has a few minor rubs and scuffs. Interior has some light compressions. An exemplary dual purpose target gun, nicely appointed. 50819-14 MGM185 (28,000-38,000) – Lot 3328

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3329
$43,125.00

*EARLY 28 GAUGE FAMARS (ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI) “VENERE EXTRA LUSSO” SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH FINE SCROLL AND EXCEPTIONAL BULINO SCENES FEATURING DIANA GODDESS OF THE HUNT BY GALEAZZI WITH CASE.

SN 31736. Cal. 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. This gun was made just before Mario Abbiatico and Remo Salvinelli changed their numbering system, and set out to build some of the world’s best guns. This finely crafted example certainly represents one of their initial attempts combining the finest gun making with exceptional embellishment. Beautifully struck 26″ chopper lump bbls are fitted with slightly raised, concave game rib. Side of left bbl is engraved “Armi” “Famars”. There are 1-3/4″ areas of large acanthus engraving with small scroll backgrounds at breech ends. Bbl flats are stamped with “FAMARS”, SN, and 1975 Italian nitro proofs. Rear lump is stamped with first names of craftsmen involved in the making of this fine gun; Remo (Salvinelli), Primo, and Tony. Coin finished, small sized, sidelock action is nicely filed and features non-automatic safety (SICURA engraved) and single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with near full coverage very well cut swags of acanthus in a background of small scroll with some floral highlights, surrounding vignette of Diana, quiver over her shoulder, carrying her bow, about to ready an arrow, as she strolls through open woodlands accompanied by her greyhound. This scene is nearly identical to that illustrated in plate XLV on page 186 of MODERN FIREARM ENGRAVINGS by Mario Abbiatico. Lockplates continue the theme of Diana; she is shown on right plate being dried by attending nymph, after her bath, with dogs sniffing about and drinking. Left side shows Diana seated on rock, vanquished quarry by her side, removing her sandals, as she prepares for her bath, with nymphs also bathing and another pair in far background retrieving fallen deer. Scene on bottom of action is signed “G”, and the two lockplate scenes are signed by “Galeazzi”, most likely Angelo, highly regarded master engraver, who made a specialty of depicting Diana in his work. He captures texture and detail exceptionally well, almost photographically, and the engraving of this fine gun is close to perfection. Single beaded trigger guard has scroll matching that on action. SN is on tang. Nicely stump figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over checkered wood butt, and features drop points and closely spaced point pattern checkering with line borders. Matching slight beavertail ejector forend has Anson release, and Famars gold shield inlet on central and checkered diamond. Bore diameter: left -.568, right – .568. Bore restrictions: left – .003 (skeet), right – .002 (skeet). Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 0 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. Tan leather case with stitched leather corners is lined in scarlet velvet and contains straps and a key. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, with only the faintest of handling and assembly marks on wood and metal finishes. Mechanically crisp, appears to have had very little firing since proof, with only slight halos on breechface. Case leather has a few rubs. Interior cloth is slightly soiled. A great handling high art gun. 50819-18 MGM176 (45,000-65,000) – Lot 3329

3330
$37,375.00

*28 GAUGE ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI “VENERE EXTRA LUSSO” SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN WITH FINE SCROLL AND BULINO GAME SCENES BY GALEAZZI WITH CASE.

SN 467. Cal. 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. This gun was made after Mario Abbiatico and Remo Salvinelli changed their numbering system, and were building some of the world’s best guns. This finely crafted example represents a combination of the finest gun making with exceptional embellishment. Finely struck 27″ chopper lump bbls are fitted with slightly raised, flat, matted rib. Side of left bbl is gold inlaid “ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI”. Bbl flats are stamped with “A&S”, SN, and 1982 Italian nitro proofs. Rear lump is stamped with first names of craftsmen involved in the making of this fine gun; Dante, Mario (Abbiatico), Poli, Remo (Salvinelli), and Tony. Coin finished, small sized, sidelock action is nicely filed and features non-automatic safety (S gold inlaid) and single non-selective trigger. Gun is no. “1” of a pair with “1” inlaid in gold on top lever, at rear of rib, and on forend tip. Action is engraved with near full coverage well cut small scroll, surrounding fine bulino vignette of a pair of woodcock settling in behind large alder branch. Left lockplate portrays a trio of ruffed grouse flying from trees across opening with birches in background, reminiscent of paintings by noted wildlife artist, David Maas. Right plate depicts a covey of 6 quail erupting from tall grass with farmland and pond as background. Bottom scene is not signed, but both sideplates are signed “Galeazzi”, most likely Angelo, highly regarded master engraver, noted for his fine Bulino work. Single beaded trigger guard has scroll matching that on action. SN is gold inlaid on tang. Nicely fiddle figured and somewhat streaked American walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over checkered wood butt, and features drop points and point pattern borderless checkering on diamond hand. Matching slight beavertail ejector forend has Anson release, and A&S silver shield inlet on central uncheckered diamond. Bore diameter: left -.557, right – .555. Bore restrictions: left – .036 (full), right – .013 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-1/16″, drop at comb: 1-5/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 5 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. Tan leather case with stitched leather corners by Nizzoli is lined in scarlet velvet and contains straps and a key. CONDITION: Excellent, near to new, with only the faintest of handling and assembly marks on wood and metal finishes, most notably a few very light scratches as associated with light field use, on left side of butt. Mechanically crisp, appears to have had very little firing since proof, with only slight halos on breechface. Case leather has a few rubs. Interior cloth is slightly soiled. A fine little upland gun with superb, appropriate engraving by an acknowledged genius who is no longer with us. 50819-21 MGM177 (35,000-55,000) – Lot 3330

3331
$37,375.00

*EARLY ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI “VENERE EXTRA LUSSO” SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH FINE SCROLL AND EXCEPTIONAL BULINO SCENES FEATURING DIANA GODDESS OF THE HUNT BY GALEAZZI WITH CASE.

SN 31958. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. This gun was made just before Mario Abbiatico and Remo Salvinelli changed their numbering system, and set out to build some of the world’s best guns. This finely crafted example certainly represents one of their initial attempts combining the finest gun making with exceptional embellishment. Beautifully struck 27″ chopper lump bbls are fitted with slightly raised, concave game rib. Side of left bbl is engraved “ARMI” “FAMARS”. Bbl flats are stamped with “FAMARS”, SN, 1975 Italian nitro proofs. Coin finished, sidelock action is nicely filed and features non-automatic safety (SICURA engraved), and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved with near full coverage very well cut swags of acanthus in a background of small scroll with some floral highlights, surrounding oval vignette of Diana, quiver over her shoulder, carrying her bow, about to ready an arrow, as she strolls through open woodlands accompanied by her greyhound. This scene is nearly identical to that illustrated in plate XLV on page 186 of MODERN FIREARM ENGRAVINGS by Mario Abbiatico. Lockplates continue the theme of Diana; she is shown on right plate being dressed and reequipped by attending nymph, after her bath, with bow and vanquished quarry by her side. Left side shows Diana seated on rock, quiver on ground, as she removes her sandals, as she prepares for her bath, with greyhounds and nymphs in attendance. Scene on bottom of action is not signed, but the two lockplate scenes are signed “Galeazzi”, most likely Angelo, highly regarded master engraver, who made a specialty of depicting Diana in his work. He captures texture and detail exceptionally well, almost photographically, and the engraving of this fine gun is close to perfection. Single beaded trigger guard has scroll matching that on action, and SN is on tang. Finely marbled and figured, red-toned European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over checkered wood butt, and features very well cut flat top borderless point pattern checkering on slightly diamond grip. Matching beavertail ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.726, right – .726. Bore restrictions: left – .027 (IMod), right – .010 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 1/8″ on. Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. Tan leather case with stitched leather corners is lined in scarlet velvet and has tan A&S label stitched into lid. Case is semi-french fitted for gun and bbls. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, with only the faintest of handling and assembly marks on wood and metal finishes. Mechanically crisp, appears unfired since proof. Case leather has considerable soiling and scuffs. Interior cloth shows compressions, but little soiling from contact with gun. An incredible example of gunmaking and artistry. 50819-28 MGM172 (35,000-55,000) – Lot 3331

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3332
$25,300.00

*LOVELY LITTLE 20 GAUGE ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI “VENERE EXTRA LUSSO” SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH FINE SCROLL BY GOLDANI AND SUPERB BULINO GAME SCENES BY BREGOLI.

SN 557. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. This gun was made after Mario Abbiatico and Remo Salvinelli changed their numbering system, and were building some of the world’s best guns. This example represents a combination of exceptional gunmaking and high quality, tasteful embellishment by two renowned masters. 26-3/4″ Finely struck chopper lump bbls are fitted with narrow, concave game rib. Side of left bbl is gold inlaid “ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI”. Bbl flats are stamped with makers name, A&S logos, SN and 1982 Italian nitro proofs. Rear lump is stamped with first names of craftsmen involved in the making of this fine gun; Dante, Poli, Remo (Salvinelli), Mario (Abbiatico), and Tony. Coin finished, sidelock action is nicely filed and features non-automatic safety (S inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, slight reinforce to action, and single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with about 80% coverage beautifully cut small shaded scroll surrounding fine bulino scene of covey of quail flying toward viewer from large conifers, on bottom of action. Left lockplate has scene with considerable depth of field. A covey of quail are taking wing at rear, flying toward pine trees, while another trio in distance beyond a cliff are at front of plate. Right plate depicts another covey of quail flying past pine trees. This fine work is by Alfredo Bregoli, whose signature is at the bottom front of left lock scene and at bottom right of bottom action scene. Bruno Goldani’s signature is on trigger plate. Single beaded trigger guard has scroll matching that on action. SN is in gold on tang. Striking, beautifully marbled and lightly stump figured flesh-toned European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over checkered wood butt, and features drop points and well cut point pattern checkering with line borders on diamond hand. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release, and A&S gold shield inlet on central uncheckered diamond. Bore diameter: left -.622, right – .622. Bore restrictions: left – .015 (mod), right – .012 (Lt mod). Drop at heel: 1-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-5/16″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 5 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. CONDITION: Excellent, close to new, with a hint of silvering on sharp edges, and a few very light marks on bbls. Coin finish of action remains clean and clear. There are a few light marks in orig stock finish which is thinning a bit on sharp edges. Checkering at grip is slightly darkened. There are very light firing halos on breechfaces. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are strong and in time. Trigger works. A remarkably fine gun. 50819-19 MGM192 (25,000-35,000) – Lot 3332

3333
$0.00

*ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI “VENERE EXTRA LUSSO” SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH FINE SCROLL AND BULINO GAME SCENES.

SN 324. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. This gun was made just after Mario Abbiatico and Remo Salvinelli changed their numbering system, and were building some of the world’s best guns. This example represents a combination of exceptional gunmaking and high quality, tasteful embellishment. 27-1/2″ Chopper lump bbls are fitted with slightly swamped, concave game rib. Side of left bbl is engraved “ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI”. Bbl flats are stamped with makers name, A&S logos, SN and 1980 Italian nitro proofs. Rear lump is stamped with first names of craftsmen involved in the making of this fine gun; Dante, Poli, Remo (Salvinelli), Mario (Abbiatico), Gian, and Tony. Coin finished, sidelock action is nicely filed and features non-automatic safety (S engraved), bushed strikers, and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved with near full coverage exceptionally well cut small scroll surrounding fine bulino portrait of a pointer retrieving a cock pheasant on bottom of action. Lockplate scenes spill over onto sides of action and extend to edges of lockplates which also have sprays of scroll. A highly detailed scene on left lockplate depicts a progression in flight of chukar partridge from a covey on ground at front of plate transitioning through flush, flare, and departure. Right side depicts a group of pheasant with hens toward front, and a pair of sparring cocks at center. This exceptionally fine, nicely detailed, engraving is signed “CORNICI G. MARCO INC.” on trigger plate. Single beaded trigger guard has scroll matching that on action. SN is on tang. Striking, beautifully marbled and lightly stump figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 15″ over checkered wood butt, and features drop points and well cut point pattern checkering with line borders on diamond hand. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release, and A&S gold shield inlet on central uncheckered diamond. Bore diameter: left -.727, right – .726. Bore restrictions: left – .022 (mod), right – .008 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 15″. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially and lightly refinished after casual field use, with only one or two subsequent marks. Bbls retain nearly all of what appears to be an exceptional re-black, with one or two light marks. Coin finish of action has areas where lacquer is rubbed through, and with a hint of darkening, with a ding or two. All engraving remains sharp and clear. Buttstock retains a lot of orig finish around action and at grip. Butt portion with light refinish has less gloss, and a 1/2″ scratch toward toe on left side. Forend also seems to have had a light refreshening with oil. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are strong and in time. Felt pads have been added in bbl channels and forend to tighten. 50819-31 MGM188 (17,500-27,500) – Lot 3333

3334
$0.00

*NICE, BEAUTIFULLY MATCHED, PAIR OF ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI “ZEUS” ROUND BODY BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUNS WITH CASE.

SN 911/ 912. (1990) Cal. 12 ga. 27″ Chopper lump bbls are gold inlaid “1” or “2” at breech ends of concave, swamped game ribs, as well as on top levers, and forend tips, denoting a matched pair. Sides of left bbls are marked “Abbiatico & Salvinelli”. Bbl flats are stamped with 1990 Italian nitro proofs, SNs, and “A&S”. Round bodied, case hardened, boxlock actions feature non-automatic safeties (SAFE inlaid in gold) and dbl triggers (fronts articulated). Actions are understated, very nicely filed, but with only geometric border engraving with some feather engraving around pins and on screw heads. “Abbiatico & Salvinelli” is in scrolled ribands on sides of actions, and “ZEUS” is on ribbons on trigger plates. Single beaded trigger guards have SNs inlaid in gold on tangs. Finely matched, well marbled, and nicely figured European walnut straight grip buttstocks measure 14-7/8″ over thin brown Decelerator pads. Closely spaced point pattern checkering with mullered borders is at grips. Vacant gold ovals are on toe lines. Matching splinter ejector forends have Anson releases. Gun no. “1”: Bore diameter: left -.724, right – .723. Bore restrictions: left – .020 (mod), right – .008 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 5 oz. LOP: 14-7/8″. Gun no. “2”: Bore diameter: left -.724, right – .723. Bore restrictions: left – .021 (mod), right – .009 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 5 oz. LOP: 14-7/8″. High quality dark brown leather two gun case with stitched leather corners, most likely by Nizzoli, but unmarked, is lined in dark green velvet, and has previous owners address slightly visible in lid. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, with evidence of limited field use, with a few minor marks and rubs in all orig finishes on wood and metal. Bores are excellent. Actions are tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case leather has a number of scuffs and scratches. Straps and handle are good. Interior cloth has some rubs and light soiling. Label has been removed from lid. A dynamic pair of guns, ideal for your next driven shoot. 50594-101 MGM74 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 3334

3335
$20,125.00

*28 GAUGE TWO BARREL SET ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER OVER-UNDER GAME GUN WITH RELIEF ENGRAVING BY C. ROGER BLEILE AND CASE.

SN 622. Cal. 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26″ Demi-bloc bbls are fitted with raised, ventilated ribs, and rear portions are gold inlaid “I” and “II” to differentiate choke. Left sides of top bbls are gold inlaid “Abbiatico & Salvinelli”. There are 2-1/2″ of large open scroll at breech ends. Bottom flats are stamped with “A&S”, SN, and 1985 Italian nitro proofs. Craftsmen’s names are stamped on front portions: Dante, Mario, Poli, Remo, and Tony. Scaled down, low profile, OU sidelock action features non-automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold) and single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with unusual heavy semi-relief carved large acanthus scroll with shaded background surrounding a stylized coiled dragon holding a halberd, on bottom of action. Lockplates, with more acanthus at fronts, have central vignettes of predators and birds also in semi-relief; bobcat mauling a ruffed grouse is on left lock, and a weasel ravaging the back of a squawking pheasant is on right. Matching scroll, but not in relief, is on small bow single beaded trigger guard, surrounding a flying woodcock. SN is at grip. Top lever is carved and thumbpiece is pierced and carved in acanthus motif. “51” (significance unknown) is on top strap under top lever. Engravers signature, “C. Bleile” is on trigger plate (noted American engraver and author of AMERICAN ENGRAVERS OF THE 21ST CENTURY, by “C. Roger Bleile”). Nicely marbled and figured flesh-toned European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over checkered wood butt, with engraved steel heel and toe plates, and features drop points and well cut borderless point pattern checkering on diamond hand. Each bbl set has its own dedicated matching ejector forend with modified Anson release with central slide in the form of A&S crest, and are stamped “I” or “II” in bbl channel in front of iron. BBL set “I”: Bore diameter: top -.567, bottom – .570. Bore restrictions: top – .017 (mod), bottom – .004 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 3/8″ off. Weight: 5 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. BBL set “II”: Bore diameter: top -.558, bottom – .558. Bore restrictions: top – .029 (full), bottom – .020 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 3/8″ off. Weight: 5 lbs. 9 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Brown leather case with stitched leather corners by Nizzoli is lined in scarlet velvet and has brown A&S label stitched into lid. Case is semi french fitted for action and both sets of bbls, and contains spare mainsprings and strikers in covered compartment. CONDITION: Excellent, very near to new, appears unfired since proof, with only a few very minor handling and assembly marks in all orig factory finishes. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent with a couple of minor marks. Interior is very slightly soiled, and has compressions. 50819-11 MGM189 (20,000-30,000) – Lot 3335

3336
$0.00

*20 GAUGE FAMARS (ABBIATICO & SALVINELLI) “VENERE EXTRA” SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN WITH FINE SCROLL AND BULINO GAME SCENES BY GALEAZZI WITH CASE.

SN 31011. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. This gun was made before Mario Abbiatico and Remo Salvinelli changed their numbering system, and were in transition to building some of the world’s best guns. This example represents a combination of fine gunmaking and high quality, tasteful embellishment. 26″ Chopper lump bbls are fitted with slightly raised, concave game rib. Side of left bbl is engraved “Armi Famars”. Bbl flats are stamped with early S&A logos and “FAMARS” along with SN and 1974 Italian nitro proofs. Rear lump is stamped with first names of craftsmen involved in the making of this fine gun; Remo (Salvinelli) and Franco. Coin finished, sidelock action is nicely filed and features non-automatic safety (S engraved), bushed strikers, and single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with near full coverage small scroll as background to floral swags which surround fine bulino vignette of a pointer frozen mid-stride in background behind fence, as he scents a covey of quail in foreground on bottom of action. Left lockplate portrays a flock of mallards flying across open marshland. Right lock depicts a wisp of snipe as they dive toward edge of marsh. All three scenes are signed “Galeazzi”, most likely Angelo, highly regarded master engraver, noted for his fine Bulino work. Single beaded trigger guard has scroll matching that on action. SN is on tang. Lightly streaked European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over checkered wood butt, and features drop points and point pattern checkering with line borders. Matching slight beavertail ejector forend has Anson release, and Famars gold shield inlet on central uncheckered diamond. Bore diameter: left -.623, right – .622. Bore restrictions: left – .015 (mod), right – .007 (IC). Drop at heel: 1-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 0 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Green pebbled vinyl brown leather trimmed case is lined in green velvet and has oval A&S brown label stitched into lid. Case contains bags for action and bbls. CONDITION: Excellent, near to new, with only the faintest of handling and assembly marks on wood and metal finishes, appears essentially unfired since proof. Ejectors are out of time, undoubtedly just stiff from disuse. Case is excellent. Interior cloth has some rubs and compressions. Noted engraver Angelo Galeazzi passed away in 2012. 50819-17 MGM187 (18,000-28,000) – Lot 3336

3337
$15,525.00

*FINE 20 GAUGE FAMARS “EXCALIBUR” OVER-UNDER GAME GUN WITH FINE ENGRAVING BY VENZI, WITH CASE.

SN F0270. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 29″ Mono-bloc bbls are engraved “Famars ITALY” on left side of top bbl beside solid, matted rib. Bbl flat is stamped with 2000 Italian nitro proofs, SN, and “A&S”. Coin finished, low profile, OU action with removable trigger / firing group, features automatic safety and single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with near full coverage very well cut, shaded, large, open scroll with acanthus highlights. This fine scroll surrounds action packed Bulino scene of a flushing cock pheasant on bottom, which is under “EXCALIBUR” “FAMARS” on riband. Ornamental sideplates have more scroll flanking Bulino scenes; trio of quail flushing over meadow on left, and a trio of woodcock erupting through alders on right. This fine engraving is signed “Venzi” on side of trigger housing mortise. Nicely streaked and somewhat marbled and figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over serrated wood butt, and features drop points, as well as point pattern checkering with line borders. Matching one piece slim forend has Anson type release but with button in central position similar to a Deeley release. Bore diameter: top -.621, bottom – .623. Bore restrictions: top – .016 (mod), bottom – .008 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. High quality leather VC case with stitched leather corners, is lined in burgundy cloth, and contains straps. CONDITION: Excellent, showing limited careful field use, with some silvering on sharp edges and muzzles. Bbls have a few light marks. Coin finish of action still clean and bright, with some light marks. Stocks have only a few very minor marks, most notably some compressions on left side of butt near drop points. checkering still light in color. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. Trigger seems to work. Case leather is still light in color, and has a few marks. Corners are somewhat rubbed. Handle is excellent. Interior cloth is fine, lightly soiled, with some moved and loose blocking. There are some glue marks in lid where a label has been removed. 50610-1 MGM72 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 3337

3338
$13,800.00

*20 GAUGE FAMARS “EXCALIBUR” OVER-UNDER GAME GUN WITH CASE.

SN FO436. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 30″ Mono-bloc bbls are fitted with interchangeable choke tubes (2 in bbls), have solid, matted rib and are engraved “FAMARS ITALY” on rib extension on mono-bloc. Bottom of mono-bloc is stamped with 2003 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Round body, coin finished, low profile, OU action with removable trigger/ firing group, features automatic safety and single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with attractive large open scroll with floral highlights, with well shaded background. This fine scroll surrounds Bulino scene of chukar partridge flying over foothills on bottom of action. Engravers signature “Milani” is at the bottom of this scene. “Abbiatico & Salvinelli” is on double arched ribbon in forend iron mortise. Trigger guard extension with more attenuated scroll extends to engraved rounded steel grip cap. Nicely stump figured and beautifully marbled flesh toned European walnut “Prince of Wales” grip buttstock measures 14-7/16″ over fully checkered wood butt. Closely spaced point pattern checkering with line borders is at grip. Matching one piece forend has Anson type release. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 0 oz. LOP: 14-7/16″. Dark blue ABS Famars marked case with tan leather trim is lined in green velvet and contains snap caps and socks for bbls and action. CONDITION: Excellent, very close to new, appears essentially unfired since proof, and has only a few light handling and assembly marks in wood and metal finishes, most notably some light knocks on right side of buttstock in front of grip. Mechanically excellent. Case is fine. 51070-5 MGM284 (12,500-22,500) – Lot 3338

3339
$69,000.00

*SUPERB PIOTTI “BOSS” 20 GAUGE OVER-UNDER SHOTGUN WITH EXTRAORDINARY MONACO 4 ENGRAVING BY TERZI WITH CASE.

SN 9275. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ demi-bloc bbls are fitted with narrow, concave matted solid rib. Left side of top bbl is engraved “Flli PIOTTI Italy”. Bbl flats are stamped with 1995 Italian nitro proofs. Bottoms of bbls are marked with importer name and address (W. L. Moore Westlake CA). Small sized, coin finished, sidelock, low profile, OU action is marked with makers name, proofs, etc. on interior where hidden by bbls. It appears that this is a special gun made for Mr. Moore. It is fitted with non-selective single trigger, and non-automatic safety. Action and lockplates are engraved with superb large flowing scrolled acanthus with floral terminations and highlights, as is usually offered on the highest “Monaco 4” grade. This very fine engraving is signed on trigger plate “M Terzi” (Mario). Beaded small bow trigger guard has matching engraving. Very fine, exhibition quality intricately marbled and lightly fiddle figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over checkered wood butt and features diamond hand with closely spaced point pattern checkering with line borders. Matching one piece small ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: top -.620, bottom – .619. Bore restrictions: top – .015 (mod), bottom – .009 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Dark leather case with stitched leather corners, most likely by Nizzoli, has green canvas leather trimmed outer cover, is lined in dark olive felt, and has black silver embossed Piotti label in lid. Case is semi-french fitted for action and bbls, and contains Piotti marked oil bottle and snap caps, along with rosewood and brass cleaning rod with mop, brush, and jag. Proof certificate is in covered compartment. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, very close to new, with little evidence of firing since proof, and only a few very light marks in all wood and metal finishes. Mechanically crisp. Case has some light marks on exterior leather. Outer cover is good. Interior is excellent, as are accessories. The current suggested retail for the Piotti Boss is over $75,000.00 without special engraving, wood, or trigger. 50594-96 MGM57 (35,000-55,000) – Lot 3339

3340
$24,725.00

*FINE SMALL BORE PIOTTI “BOSS” OVER-UNDER SIDELOCK GAME GUN WITH INTERESTING BULINO ENGRAVING (DOVES) BY PASOTTI, WITH CASE.

SN 9761. (2004) Cal. 20 ga. 3″ Chambers. 28″ Demi-bloc bbls fitted with solid matted rib, are engraved “Flli PIOTTI ITALY” on left side of top bbl. Bbl flat is stamped with 2004 Italian nitro proofs. Rear portion of rib, top lever, and front portion of forend are gold inlaid “2”. Beautifully filed and polished, coin finished, low profile OU action features non-automatic safety, line engraved tumbler end cocking indicators, and single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with an unusual treatment of feathers of various birds arranged as scroll, surrounding vignettes of doves; a recumbent dove on front left side, flying dove on right, and bottom of action depicts a trio of doves in various poses amongst branches. Rear sides of action and lockplates continue the theme with a pair of pointers in front of hunters approaching a dule of doves nestled in grass. Right side depicts a flight of doves settling into field of sunflowers. Makers name is at bottom of each sideplate scene. Single beaded small bow trigger guard has portrait of dove on bow, and SN on tang. Engravers signature and date “Pasotti 2004″ are on trigger plate. Well marbled and lightly figured European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over thin black Decelerator pad, and features drop points and typical point pattern checkering. Matching one piece forend has Anson type release. Bore diameter: top -.619, bottom – .619. Bore restrictions: top – .008 (IC), bottom – .012 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast off approx 1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs. 9 oz. LOP: 14-5/8”. Two gun Americase is lined in royal blue velvet. CONDITION: Excellent, near new, with evidence of exceptionally light field use, with only a few light handling and assembly marks on all orig factory finishes, and nothing to note. Mechanically crisp. Case is fine, slightly distorted. This gun has a present retail of over $70,000.00, without extra for special engraving. Gun no. “1” (Quail) of this lovely set, is also in this auction, along with a matching 12 bore with dove and quail motif. 50401-1 MGM38 (25,000-40,000) – Lot 3340

3341
$27,600.00

*FINE SMALL BORE PIOTTI “BOSS” OVER-UNDER SIDELOCK GAME GUN WITH INTERESTING BULINO ENGRAVING (QUAIL) BY PASOTTI.

SN 9760. (2003) Cal. 20 ga. 3″ Chambers. 28″ Demi-bloc bbls fitted with solid matted rib, are engraved “Flli PIOTTI ITALY” on left side of top bbl. Bbl flat is stamped with 2003 Italian nitro proofs. Rear portion of rib, top lever, and front portion of forend are gold inlaid “1”. Beautifully filed, coin finished, low profile OU action features non-automatic safety, gold line tumbler end cocking indicators, and single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with an unusual treatment of feathers of various birds arranged as scroll, surrounding vignettes of quail; a recumbent quail on left side, flying quail on right, and bottom of action depicts a trio of quail perched on tree trunk amongst grass. Rear sides of action and lockplates continue the theme with a pointer pointing a covey of quail taking flight in dry southwestern environment. Right side depicts a pointer and two hunters with quail flushing, one hapless member of the covey has been hit. Makers name is at bottom of each sideplate scene. Single beaded small bow trigger guard has portrait of head-on flying quail on bow, and SN on tang. Engravers signature and date “Pasotti 2003″ are on trigger plate. Well marbled and lightly figured European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over thin black Decelerator pad, and features drop points and typical point pattern checkering. Matching one piece forend has Anson type release. Bore diameter: top -.619, bottom – .620. Bore restrictions: top – .009 (IC), bottom – .014 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast off approx 1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-5/8”. CONDITION: Excellent, near new, with evidence of exceptionally light field use, with only a few light handling and assembly marks on all orig factory finishes. Mechanically crisp. This gun has a present retail of over $70,000.00, without extra for special engraving. Gun no. “2” (Dove) of this set, is also in this auction, along with a matching 12 bore with dove and quail motif. Stocks of all three guns match exceptionally well. 50401-2 MGM39 (25,000-40,000) – Lot 3341

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3342
$22,425.00

*NICELY APPOINTED PIOTTI “BOSS” OVER-UNDER SIDELOCK GAME GUN WITH WONDERFUL BULINO ENGRAVING BY PASOTTI, AND CASE.

SN 9759. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4′ Chambers. 28″ Demi-bloc bbls fitted with solid matted rib, are engraved “Flli PIOTTI” on left side of top bbl. Bbl flat is stamped with 2002 Italian nitro proofs and importers name and address (BSA). Beautifully filed, coin finished, low profile OU action features non-automatic safety, line engraved tumbler end cocking indicators, and single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with an unusual treatment of feathers of various birds arranged as scroll surrounding other vignettes of birds; a quail on left side, dove on right, and bottom of action depicts a pair of quail on ground with a pair of doves resting on tree branch. Rear sides of action and lockplates continue the theme with a pair of pointers, one pointing, and one honoring, a trio of quail flushing from desert environment on left side. Right side depicts a large flock of doves erupting from meadow with pointing pointer and hunter toward rear. Hunter has taken a shot, and one dove is falling, with puff of feathers in the air. Makers name is at bottom of each sideplate scene. Single beaded small bow trigger guard has portrait of quail on bow, and SN inlaid in gold on tang. Engravers signature and date “Pasotti 2002″ are on trigger plate. Well marbled and lightly figured European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over thin brown leather covered pad, and features drop points and typical point pattern checkering. Matching one piece forend has Anson type release. Bore diameter: top -.729, bottom – .728. Bore restrictions: top – .011 (lt mod), bottom – .014 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast off approx 1/2″. Weight: 7 lbs. 4 oz. LOP: 14-5/8”. Dark leather case with stitched leather corners by Nizzoli, has green canvas trimmed outer cover, and is lined in royal blue cloth. Gold embossed black leather Piotti label is stitched into lid. Case contains a pair of Piotti marked snap caps and oil bottle, along with 2-pc walnut and brass cleaning rod with brushes, etc. as well as bags for action and bbls. CONDITION: Excellent, near new, with evidence of very limited field use, with only a few light handling and assembly marks on all orig factory finishes. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent. Outer cover has some rubs, as does interior cloth. This gun has a present retail of over $70,000.00, without extra for special engraving. A wonderful matching 20 bore set of guns, “1” in quail motif, and the other “2” with doves are also in this auction. 50401-10 MGM37 (20,000-30,000) – Lot 3342

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3343
$40,250.00

*EXTRAORDINARY AND DAINTY FRATELLI PIOTTI “MONACO EXTRA” 410 SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH EXQUISITE ENGRAVING INCORPORATING NEARLY EVERY TYPE; COMMEMORATING THE CITY OF NEW ORLEANS, DONE BY SOME OF THE WORLD’S FINEST ENGRAVERS, WITH CASE.

SN 7627. Cal. 410 ga. 26″ Chopper lump bbls with slightly raised flat matted rib, are engraved “Flli PIOTTI ITALY” on left side of left bbl. Bbl flats are stamped with 1980 Italian nitro proofs and early Piotti logo. Bottoms of bbls are engraved with importer (W L Moore Westlake CA) and grade. Scaled down special 410 sidelock action features non-automatic safety (S inlaid in gold) and single non-selective trigger with checkered finger blade. Engraving on this fine little gun almost defies description, but consists of a background of exceptionally well cut minuscule scroll within shaded scrolling floral borders, all surrounding exceptionally well done Bulino vignettes commemorating the City of New Orleans. The bottom of action portrays the city shield consisting of a conquistador sitting beside the river with mountains in background on central shield. This shield surmounts an alligator, and is flanked by a Native American and a southern belle, all under a group of stars in a burst. Left lockplate has wonderful portrayal of a group of jazz musicians in alleyway under sign for “shirts $5.00”. Detail is so fine that one can even make out the brand name of the bass drum (Premier). This scene is individually signed “Balneari”. Right lock portrays the riverboat “Natchez” under banner “New Orleans 1981”. Fences feature deep relief carved carnival masks, that are especially well detailed. Makers name is inlaid in gold on right lockplate and with address “Gardone VT” on left. Trigger guard which continues the theme of small scroll with larger borders, has central flush gold inlay of the “King of Carnival”. SN is in gold on tang. Trigger plate is signed “Inc e’quipe Bottega Dell’Artigiano”. Superlative wonderfully marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over checkered wood butt, and features diamond hand with exceptionally well cut closely spaced borderless point pattern checkering. Matching small beavertail ejector forend with Anson release has inlet gold Piotti crest on central uncheckered diamond. Bore diameter (at muzzles): left -.405, right – .411. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 3/16″ on. Weight: 4 lbs. 15 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Tan canvas case with stitched leather corners is lined in olive green watermarked velvet with brown Piotti label stitched into lid. Case contains case straps and key. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, appears unfired since proof, with a few extremely light handling and assembly marks on wood and metal, most notably some light scratches on left bbl at left side of forend, mostly covered with forend installed. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent. Just a wonderful little gun. 50594-102 MGM51 (32,500-50,000) – Lot 3343

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3344
$0.00

*SUPERB SMALL GAUGE PIOTTI “PACHMAYR EXTRA” TWO BARREL SET SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN ENGRAVED WITH FINE GAME SCENES AND GOLD INLAY BY BALNEARI WITH CASE.

SN 8383. Cal. 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26″ and 28″ Chopper lump bbls with slightly raised, matted ribs, are gold inlaid “1” or “2” at breech ends. Left sides of bbls are engraved “Flli PIOTTI ITALY”. Bbl flats are stamped with SNs and 1986 Italian nitro proofs. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with choke information and engraved with grade and importers name and address (WLM Westlake, CA). Small sized coin finished sidelock action features non-automatic safety (S inlaid in gold) and single non-selective trigger with stippled finger blade. Action is engraved with 80% coverage nicely cut small scroll as background for floral bouquets. This fine scroll surrounds bulino portrait of pointer retrieving a woodcock on bottom of action. Sidelocks, devoid of scroll, are fully engraved with well done game scenes, major subjects flush gold inlaid; a group of 3 pigeons fly low over open meadow on left lockplate, and three quail take wing from hedgerow on right. This fine engraving is signed “Balneari” on front of lockplates, and under bottom scene. “Flli PIOTTI” is gold inlaid on left side of action under lockplate, and a crown is in gold on top lever. Matching single beaded small bow trigger guard has SN on tang. Beautifully marbled and nicely flame figured, flesh-toned European walnut full pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over checkered wood butt, and features diamond grip with closely spaced point pattern checkering. A gold oval on toe line is engraved “DONATED TO DUCKS UNLIMITED BY NAN AND FRANK PACHMAYR”. Matching beavertail forend with Anson release has inlet gold Piotti crest on uncheckered central diamond. 26″ BBLS: Bore diameter: left -.556, right – .556. Bore restrictions: left – .025 (full), right – .014 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-1/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/4″ on. Weight: 5 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. 28″ BBLS: Bore diameter: left -.556, right – .557. Bore restrictions: left – .035 (extra full), right – .018 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-1/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/4″ on. Weight: 5 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Dark leather case with stitched leather corners by Nizzoli is lined in dark olive felt. Black Piotti label is stitched in lid. There is space for action and both sets of bbls. Case contains proof certificate and key. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, near new, showing little evidence of having been fired, and retaining essentially all fine factory finishes on wood and metal, with only a few faint handling and assembly marks. Case is excellent. Leather is a bit sticky. Straps and handle are excellent. Interior cloth is excellent. 50594-107 MGM47 (20,000-32,500) – Lot 3344

3345
$21,850.00
Revised: 9/23/2016

Please Note: Great News!! According to our consignor, this gun was built on a 20 ga frame and is the lightest 12 ga sidelock gun that Piotti has ever built. This gun was built as an ultralight prototype and so far, is the lightest 12 ga sidelock gun that Piotti has delivered.

*FAST HANDLING PIOTTI “MONACO 3 EXTRA” SIDELOCK SINGLE TRIGGER LIGHTWEIGHT GAME GUN WITH CASE.

SN 7994. (1983) Cal. 12 ga. 26″ Chopper lump bbls are engraved “Flli PIOTTI – GARDONE V.T.” on concave, swamped game rib. Bbl flats are stamped with 1983 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers, SN, and early Piotti logo. Bottoms of bbls are engraved “ACCIATO SIAU U.M.6.” (steel type) and grade. Narrow bar coin finished sidelock action features automatic safety (S inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, line engraved tumbler end cocking indicators, and single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with near full coverage well cut small scroll with rose bouquet highlights surrounding interesting Bulino scene on bottom of action of a peregrine falcon lacerating the back of a cock pheasant, feathers flying. Lockplates are engraved to the edges with other well done Bulino scenes of game; a covey of grouse fly over open moorland on left side, and a group of quail are flying in over a vineyard on right. Top lever is gold inlaid with a crown. Small bow beaded trigger guard has matching scroll with initials “EM” inlaid in gold on bow. SN is in gold on tang. This very fine engraving is signed “L Venzi” on trigger plate. Exceptionally well marbled and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over checkered wood butt, and features standard drop points and point pattern checkering. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release, and gold Piotti logo is inlet on central uncheckered diamond. Bore diameter: left -.728, right – .727. Bore restrictions: left – .028 (IMod), right – .009 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/4″ on. Weight: 5 lbs. 8oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Brown leather case with stitched leather corners by Nizzoli is lined in dark olive felt, with gold embossed leather Piotti label stitched into lid. Case contains a key. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, near new, with scant evidence of light field use, with a few minor handling and assembly marks in all fine factory finishes. Only the faintest of halos can be found on breechface. Case leather shows quite a few marks and scuffs. Straps and handle are good. Interior cloth is excellent, with some slight soiling. A dynamic, nicely appointed, featherweight 12. 50594-109 MGM77 (22,500-37,500) – Lot 3345

3346
$24,150.00

*PIOTTI “KING EXTRA” “EELL” MARKED 20 GAUGE TWO BARREL SET SHOTGUN WITH EXTRAORDINARY MONACO 4 ENGRAVING BY PATELLI WITH CASE.

SN 8290. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 27″ and 28″ Chopper lump bbls have nos “1” or “2” inlaid in gold at breech ends of narrow flat matted game ribs. Tops of left bbls are engraved “Flli PIOTTI ITALY”. Bbl flats are stamped with 1986 Italian nitro proofs. Bottoms of bbls are marked with importer name and address (W L Moore Westlake CA) and with grade “Mod King Extra”. Small sized coin finished sidelock action is marked with makers name, proofs, etc. and grade “King EELL”. It appears that this is a special gun made for Mr. Moore. It is fitted with non-selective single trigger, and non-automatic safety. Action and lockplates are engraved with superb large flowing scrolled acanthus with floral terminations and highlights, as is usually offered on the highest “Monaco 4” grade. This very fine engraving is signed on trigger plate “Patelli”. Beaded small bow trigger guard has matching engraving. Very fine, well marbled, and somewhat burl figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over checkered wood butt and features diamond hand with closely spaced point pattern checkering with line borders. Matching beavertail ejector forend has Anson release and inlet gold Piotti crest on uncheckered central diamond. 27″ BBLS: Bore diameter: left -.622, right – .624. Bore restrictions: left – .013 (mod), right – .007 (IC). Drop at heel: 1-15/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 3/8″ on. Weight: 6 lbs. 0 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. 28″ BBLS: Bore diameter: left -.623, right – .622. Bore restrictions: left – .030 (full), right – .018 (mod). Drop at heel: 1-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 3/8″ on. Weight: 6 lbs. 0 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Dark leather case with stitched leather corners by Nizzoli is lined in dark olive felt, and has brown Piotti label in lid. Case has space for action and both sets of bbls, and contains proof certificate and key. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, very close to new, with little evidence of firing since proof, and only a few very light marks in all wood and metal finishes, most notably some light vertical scratches on buttstock. Mechanically crisp. Case has some light marks on exterior leather. Interior is excellent, slightly soiled in bbl channel. The current suggested retail for a Monaco 4 is approx $75,000.00 with one set of bbls. 50594-104 MGM50 (25,000-40,000) – Lot 3346

3347
$19,550.00

*NICELY UNDERSTATED SVELTE 28 BORE PIOTTI “KING NUMBER 1” SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN WITH CASE.

SN 7400. Cal. 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26″ Chopper lump bbls with slightly raised, hand matted, game rib are engraved “ACCIATO SIAU UM 6” and “FLLI PIOTTI GARDONE VT” on tops. Bbl flats are stamped with SN, 1979 Italian nitro proofs and early Piotti logo. Small sized, coin finished, sidelock action features automatic safety, bushed strikers, and single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with very tasteful, large, floral and foliate flourishes through a full coverage background of well cut very small scroll. Beads and fillets are left unengraved to fine effect. “PIOTTI” is inlaid in gold on bottom left of action, and a sovereign’s crown is in gold on top lever. This engraving continues on to trigger guard which has a single beaded small bow. SN is on riband at tang. Engravers signature “G Ranetti” is on trigger plate. Dark, well marbled and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over fully checkered wood butt. Stock features diamond hand with very well cut, closely spaced, borderless, point pattern checkering. Small well shaped beavertail ejector forend has Anson release and Piotti crest inlet in gold on uncheckered central diamond. Bore diameter: left -.567, right – .567. Bore restrictions: left – .038 (full), right – .017 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 5 lbs. 3 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. Dark brown leather case with stitched leather corners by Nizzoli is lined in dark olive felt, has gold embossed black leather Piotti label stitched into lid, and contains 2-pc walnut and brass cleaning rod with mop, brush, and jag, two pairs of snap caps (one marked Piotti), and Piotti marked oil bottle. CONDITION: Excellent, showing a modest amount of use, as would be associated with a week or so in the field, with a few light marks on blue of bbls. Coin finish is excellent with no darkened areas. There are a number of fine lines and scratches on wood, mostly on left side of buttstock. Checkering is very lightly worn. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. There are faint firing halos on breechface. Mechanics are excellent. Case leather has a few scuffs and a 6″ compression toward rear of top. Interior cloth is excellent, as are accessories. The fine handling qualities of this gun makes it a natural for quail or woodcock. 50972-1 MGM278 (16,000-25,000) – Lot 3347

3348
$0.00

*FINE 20 BORE PIOTTI “KING” TRADITIONALLY STYLED SIDELOCK EJECTOR DOUBLE TRIGGER GAME GUN WITH CASE.

SN 9316. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ Chopper lump bbls with hand matted, slightly raised and swamped game rib are engraved “Flli PIOTTI ITALY” on side of left bbl. Bbl flats are stamped with 1996 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Importers name and address (WLM Westlake CA) are engraved on bottom of right bbl. Coin finished, sidelock action features non-automatic safety (S inlaid in gold), raised arrowhead tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers (front slightly “loose”). Action and lockplates are engraved in H&H style varying sized large open shaded scroll with some floral highlights. “Flli PIOTTI” is in arched device on each lockplate. Single beaded trigger guard is also scroll engraved and has SN at grip. Engravers signature “S Pantegrini” (?) is on trigger plate. Finely marbled and lightly stump figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over checkered wood butt, and features diamond hand with well cut point pattern checkering with line borders. Matching splinter ejector forend with Anson release has gold Piotti crest inlet on uncheckered central diamond. Bore diameter: left -.617, right – .617. Bore restrictions: left – .013 (mod), right – .005 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. Brown leather case with stitched leather corners is lined in green felt, and has “Artesania F. Exposito” label in lid, and contains a pair of snap caps. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, with only a few of the lightest of handling and assembly marks on all wood and metal finishes, appears unfired since proof. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent. 51071-1 MGM276 (20,000-28,000) – Lot 3348

3349
$0.00

*FINE 20 GAUGE PIOTTI MONTE CARLO KING NO. 1 GAME GUN WITH CASE.

SN 9046. (1992) Cal. 20 ga. 3″ Chambers. 27″ Chopper lump bbls with narrow, matted game rib, are engraved “Flli PIOTTI ITALY” on side of left bbl. Bbl flats are stamped with 1992 Italian nitro proofs, and with SN. Bottom of left bbl is engraved with model and importers name and address (WLM Westlake, CA). Case hardened sidelock action features non-automatic safety (S inlaid in gold), raised arrowhead tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with full coverage very well cut small scroll as backgrounds to striking floral and foliate sprays that are very nicely detailed. An imperial crown is inlaid in gold on top lever. Makers name does not appear on exterior, but is stamped, along with grade, on water table. Matching blued single beaded trigger guard has SN on tang. Nicely marbled, and finely flame/ burl figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over checkered wood butt, and features diamond hand and point pattern checkering with line borders. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release, and inlet gold Piotti device on central diamond. Bore diameter: left -.618, right – .619. Bore restrictions: screw chokes. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. Dark brown leather case with stitched leather corners by Nizzoli, is lined in dark olive felt. Black leather Piotti label is stitched into lid. Exterior straps are inside. CONDITION: Excellent, very close to new, with evidence of very light field use, with a few minor marks in all orig finishes, with slight silvering of action beads and thumbpiece, and a bit at grip. Bbls are slightly off face. Bores are excellent. Action has a hint of looseness. Ejectors are in time. Case is excellent with one or two light rubs, one deep. Interior is excellent. Current replacement cost over $48,000. 50482-2 MGM46 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 3349

3350
$13,800.00

*GORGEOUS PIOTTI “KING EXTRA” MARKED “KING 1” SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN WITH SUPERB SCROLL AND GOLD INLAY BY RANETTI WITH BOX.

SN 7537. (1980) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 30″ Chopper lump bbls are fitted with slightly raised, flat, matted rib, and engraved “Flli Piotti – Italy” and with steel type,”ACCIATO SIAU U.M.6.” Bbl flats are stamped with 1980 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers, SN, and early Piotti logo. Bottoms of bbls are engraved with grade (King 1) and importer (W L Moore, Westlake CA). Case hardened sidelock action features non-automatic safety (S inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, and single non-selective trigger with checkered finger blade. Action is engraved with near full coverage well cut minuscule scroll surrounding gold inlaid falls and partial bouquets of roses. Top lever is gold inlaid with a crown. “PIOTTI” is in gold at bottom left side of action. Small bow trigger guard with thin bead, has matching scroll and SN on tang. This very fine engraving is signed “G Ranetti” on trigger plate. Unusual, dense, stump figured and watermarked European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over brown Decelerator pad, and features nicely sculpted drop points. Very closely spaced and exceptionally well cut borderless point pattern checkering is at grip. Bottom of grip is meticulously gold inlaid with cut out initials in script “WLM”. Matching short beavertail ejector forend has Anson release. Gold Piotti logo is inlet on central uncheckered diamond though without engraving on central oval. Bore diameter: left -.728, right – .727. Bore restrictions: left – .019 (Mod), right – .014 (Lt mod). Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 15 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Gun is accompanied by its orig wood grain printed box with matching end label. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, very near new, with scant evidence of light field use, with a few minor handling and assembly marks in all fine factory finishes. Only the faintest of halos can be found on breechface. Mechanically crisp. Box is excellent with some rubs. 50594-91 MGM78 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 3350

3351
$31,625.00

*UNUSUAL AND RARE 20 GAUGE PIOTTI CLASSIC HAMMER GUN WITH CASE.

SN A196. (2011) Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. Unlike the usual Piotti hammer gun, which is based on the regular shotgun action, with the addition of external hammers, and is only available in 12 gauge, this special gun can only be cocked by operating hammers, and is specially made in 20 bore with 29″ chopper lump bbls with slightly swamped matted rib. Bbl flats are stamped with SN and 2011 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Importers name and address are engraved on bottom of right bbl (WLM Scottsdale AZ). Case hardened small action is traditionally filed with classic fences around striker nipples, and features bar sidelocks mounted with serpentine hammers with tall spurs. The only “modern” convenience is a top tang safety (S inlaid in gold). Double triggers are case hardened and front is articulated. Action and locks are engraved with well cut small scroll surrounding traditional rose bouquets. Engravers signature “C Boniotti” is on trigger plate. “Flli Piotti” is inlaid in gold on both sides of action, and case hardened single beaded trigger guard has SN gold inlaid on tang. Spectacular, wonderfully marbled and figured dark European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 15-1/16″ over checkered wood butt, and features rounded drop points and classic point pattern checkering. Long splinter non-ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.625, right – .625. Bore restrictions: left – .014 (lt mod), right – .009 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: about 1/2″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 5 oz. LOP: 15-1/16″. Blue ABS case with tan leather trim, is lined in royal blue velvet. PROVENANCE: Proof certificate. Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, with scant evidence of firing since proof, with only the lightest of handling and assembly marks in all fine factory finishes. Action is tight. Locks are crisp. Case is excellent. 50594-108 MGM48 (20,000-35,000) – Lot 3351

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3352
$10,350.00

*VERY FINE, LONG BARRELED SHOTGUN, 20 BORE PIOTTI “B S E E” WITH EXCEPTIONAL WOOD AND ORIGINAL BOX.

SN 9800. Cal. 20 ga. 3″ Chambers. 29″ Chopper lump bbls with matted game rib are engraved “Flli PIOTTI ITALY” on left bbl. Bbl flats are stamped with SN, Piotti logo, and 2003 Italian nitro proofs for 3″ chambers. Bottoms of bbls are marked with importer (W L Moore) and model. Small sized, coin finished, ogee-backed, boxlock action features non-automatic safety and dbl triggers (front “loose” to minimize finger damage during recoil). Action is engraved with very well cut traditional rose and scroll with engravers signature “A Cartelli” on trigger plate. Matching single beaded trigger guard has SN on tang. Obviously specially selected, finely marbled and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over checkered wood butt, and features diamond hand with well cut point pattern checkering with line borders. Matching beavertail ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.622, right – .622. Bore restrictions: left – .017 (mod), right – .017 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/4″ on. Weight: 6 lbs. 9 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. Gun comes in what is most likely its orig wood grain printed box with end label for a gun of this model. Box contains bags for action and bbls. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, with only a few light handling and assembly marks on all wood and metal finishes. Mechanically crisp. Box is good; end label somewhat peeled. 50594-90 MGM87 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 3352

3353
$10,925.00

*LOVELY 20 GAUGE PIOTTI “MONTE CARLO” SIDELOCK EJECTOR, SINGLE TRIGGER LIGHTWEIGHT GAME GUN WITH EXTRA BARRELS AND CASE.

SN 8182. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 25″ and 26″ Chopper lump bbls are fitted with Churchill ribs which are gold inlaid “1” or “2” at breech ends. Tops of bbls are engraved with steel type and “Flli PIOTTI ITALY”. Bbl flats have 1985 Italian nitro proofs, and bottoms of right bbls are engraved with importer (W. L. Moore Westlake, CA) and model. Classically case hardened Holland style sidelock action features non-automatic safety, H&H type detachable locks, and single non-selective trigger. Action and lockplates are engraved in H&H “Royal” style with full coverage large, shaded, open scroll interspersed with smaller bits of scroll surrounding makers name gold inlaid in arched device on each lockplate. Small bow single beaded blued trigger guard with matching scroll on bow, has SN on tang. Superb and attractive, fiddle figured and finely marbled flesh-toned European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over checkered wood butt, and features drop points, and diamond hand with classic point pattern checkering. Matching splinter ejector forend with Anson release fits both sets of bbls. BBL set “1” 25″: Bore diameter: left -.622, right – .623. Bore restrictions: left – .015 (Mod), right – .010 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 5 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. BBL set “2” 26″: Bore diameter: left -.622, right – .622. Bore restrictions: left – .030 (full), right – .015 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 5 lbs. 9 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Brown leather case with stitched leather corners by Nizzoli is lined in scarlet cloth with Piotti black leather label in lid. Case has space for both sets of bbls and contains a pair of snap caps and the key. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, very close to new with only a few light handling and assembly marks on wood and metal, most notably some compressions on fields around lockplates, with two on right side top rear, and two somewhat lighter on left side bottom rear. Bores are excellent. Mechanically crisp. Case leather is excellent, with a number of scuffs and rubs. Interior somewhat soiled. A delightful little gun with a great combination of bbls. 50594-105 MGM163 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 3353

3354
$8,050.00

*FINE PIOTTI MONTE CARLO HEAVY GAME GUN WITH CASE.

SN 8961. (1991) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 27-1/2″ Chopper lump bbls with slightly swamped, matted game rib, are engraved “Flli PIOTTI ITALY” on side of left bbl. Bbl flats are stamped with 1991 Italian nitro proofs, and with SN. Bottom of left bbl is engraved with model and importers name and address (WLM Westlake, CA). Case hardened sidelock action features non-automatic safety (S inlaid in gold), raised arrowhead tumbler end cocking indicators, H&H type lock detaching pin, and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved with 80% coverage Purdey style well cut rose and scroll. Engravers signature “Piotti” is on trigger plate. Makers name does not appear on exterior, but is stamped, along with grade, on water table. Matching case hardened single beaded trigger guard has SN on tang. Beautifully marbled, exhibition quality, stump European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over checkered wood butt, and features diamond hand, well cut point pattern checkering with line borders, and a silver oval on toe line is engraved with the monogram “LFM” (?). Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.728, right – .727. Bore restrictions: left – .019 (mod), right – .008 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-1/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Dark leather case with stitched leather corners by Nizzoli, is lined in dark olive felt. Black leather Piotti label is stitched into lid. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, with evidence of very light field use, most noticeably, thinning of blue on sides of bbls, and a few light handling marks in wood. Bores are excellent. Action is very tight. Ejectors are strong and in time. Gun has been in storage a long time, and top lever and triggers are a bit sluggish. Case is excellent with a few light rubs. Interior is excellent with some light rubs. 50594-88 MGM45 (8,000-14,000) – Lot 3354

3355
$0.00

*FINE BERETTA SO9 OVER-UNDER 20/ 28 GAUGE TWO BARREL SET SHOTGUN WITH BULINO AND SCROLL ENGRAVING BY F. BIELLI WITH CASE.

SN AAA114B. (1992) Cal. 20 ga. 3″ Chambers. 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. Both bbl sets are 28″ mono-bloc bbls fitted with flat, matted, solid rib. They are engraved “P. Beretta – ITALY” and with importer (Beretta USA) on top bbl either side of ribs. Bbls are gold inlaid “1” or “2” at rear portions of ribs. Upper left portions of mono-bloc are engraved with caliber and bbl length. Mono-bloc of 20 ga are stamped with 1992 Italian nitro proofs, and 28 ga are stamped with 1999 proofs. Both sets are engine turned on sides. 20 ga bbls are fitted with Briley interchangeable choke tubes. Coin finished, low profile OU action fitted with non-automatic safety and non-selective single trigger, is engraved with makers name on each side, and on bottom. Action is engraved with 60% coverage well cut small scroll surrounding meticulously rendered bulino game scenes of game birds; four pheasant, one flushing, three flying over open mountainous woodlands, on left lockplate, trio of chukar partridge flying over open highlands on right, and a pair of woodcock flushing through alders on bottom. This fine engraving is signed “F. Bielli”, at the bottom of each scene. An imperial crown is inlaid in gold on top lever. Single beaded small bow trigger guard with scroll engraving on bow, has grade engraved on tang. Fine crotch figured American (?) walnut deep pistol grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over black “Decelerator” pad. Borderless point pattern checkering is at grip. Each bbl set has its own matching one piece forend with Beretta’s rendition of a Deeley release. 20 ga BBL set: Bore diameter: top -.621, bottom – .622. Bore restrictions: screw chokes. Wall thickness: top – .038, bottom – .037. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16. Cast off approx 1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. 28 Ga. BBL set: Bore diameter: top -.551, bottom – .553. Bore restrictions: top – .010 (mod), bottom – .010 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. High quality leather case by Nizzoli with stitched leather corners is lined in dark olive felt, and has dark brown leather Beretta label in lid. Case has space for both sets of bbls, and contains a pair of brass snap caps, and three additional choke tubes in plastic case (two in the gun) and wrench. Also included are four rosewood handled turnscrews and 2-pc rosewood and brass cleaning rod. CONDITION: Excellent, showing limited use, with a small number of minor marks and rubs on bbls, most notably a couple of rubs about 10″ back from muzzles on right side of 20 ga. bbls. Coin finish remains bright overall. Stocks have some light handling marks. Checkering is excellent. Mechanically crisp. Case leather is excellent with a number of rubs and scuffs. Interior cloth is excellent with some light rubs. A fine small bore high end Beretta. These fine guns presently retail at nearly $50,000.00 without extra bbls, and are seldom found in small gauge. 50401-11 MGM34 (30,000-50,000) – Lot 3355

3356
$24,150.00

*DAINTY LITTLE BERETTA SO9 OVER-UNDER 28 GAUGE SHOTGUN WITH FINE BULINO AND SCROLL ENGRAVING AND LOVELY WOOD.

SN AAA174B. (1993) Cal. 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Mono-bloc bbls are fitted with flat, matted, solid rib. They are engraved “P. Beretta – ITALY” and with importer (Beretta USA) on top bbl either side of ribs. Bottom bbl is engraved with caliber and bbl length. Mono-bloc is stamped with 1993 Italian nitro proofs, and is engine turned on sides. Coin finished, small sized, low profile, OU sidelock action fitted with non-automatic safety and non-selective single trigger, is engraved with makers name on each side, and “MADE IN ITALY” on bottom. Action is engraved with 80% coverage well cut, small, shaded scroll surrounding meticulously rendered Bulino game scenes of game birds; pair of woodcock flying into open mountainous terrain on left lockplate, pair of bobwhite quail flushing into pine studded opening on right, and a ruffed grouse flying across opening with birch tree in background on bottom. This fine engraving is signed G. Ptedute (?), at the bottom of woodcock scene. An imperial crown is inlaid in gold on top lever. Single beaded small bow trigger guard with scroll engraving on bow, has grade engraved on tang. Superb, wonderfully marbled and figured European walnut deep pistol grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over checkered wood butt. Point pattern checkering with line border is at grip. Matching one piece small forend has Deeley type release. Bore diameter: top -.545, bottom – .544. Bore restrictions: top – .027 (full), bottom – .021 (mod). Wall thickness: top – .032, bottom – .038. Drop at heel: 2-1/16″, drop at comb: 1-5/16″. Cast off approx 1/2″. Weight: 5 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. CONDITION: Excellent, showing limited use, with one or two minor marks and rubs on bbls. Coin finish remains bright with perhaps a touch of darkening at rear portion of left lock. Stocks have some light handling marks. Finish is thin on butt. Checkering is excellent. Mechanically crisp. A great little fast handling gun. 50401-4 MGM35 (25,000-45,000) – Lot 3356

3357
$0.00

*FINE BERETTA SO9 OVER-UNDER SHOTGUN WITH BULINO AND SCROLL ENGRAVING BY D. BONSI AND S. VENZI, WITH CASE.

SN AAA203B. (1995) Cal. 12 ga. 3″ Chambers. 28″ Mono-bloc bbls fitted with flat, matted, ventilated rib, are engraved “P. Beretta – ITALY” and with importer (Beretta USA) on top bbl either side of rib. Upper left portion of mono-bloc is engraved with caliber and bbl length. Mono-bloc is stamped with 1995 Italian nitro proofs, and is engine turned on sides. Bbls are fitted with Briley interchangeable choke tubes. Coin finished, low profile OU action fitted with non-automatic safety and non-selective single trigger, is engraved with makers name on each side and on bottom. Action is engraved with 60% coverage well cut small scroll surrounding meticulously rendered bulino game scenes of game birds; pheasant flushing over meadow on left lockplate, trio of chukar partridge flushing over field on right, and a pair of woodcock flitting through alders on bottom. This fine engraving is signed “D. Bonsi” and “S. Venzi” on trigger plate. An imperial crown is inlaid in gold on top lever. Single beaded small bow trigger guard with scroll engraving on bow, has grade engraved on tang. Well marbled and lightly figured European walnut deep pistol grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over russet brown leather covered pad. Point pattern checkering with line border is at grip. Matching one piece forend has Beretta’s rendition of a Deeley release. Bore diameter: top -.724, bottom – .723. Bore restrictions: screw chokes. Wall thickness: top – .035, bottom – .038. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast off approx 1/4″. Weight: 7 lbs. 13 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. High quality leather case by Vera Pelle with stitched leather corners is lined in dark olive felt, and has dark brown leather Beretta label in lid. Case has space for an extra set of bbls, and contains a pair of plastic snap caps, and three additional choke tubes (two in the gun) and wrench. CONDITION: Excellent, showing limited use, with a small number of minor marks and rubs on bbls. Coin finish remains bright overall. Stocks have some light handling marks. Checkering is excellent with tops of diamonds hand polished, and some flat diamonds on left side of grip. Mechanically crisp. Case leather is excellent with a number of rubs and scuffs. Interior cloth is excellent with some light rubs. 50401-9 MGM33 (20,000-30,000) – Lot 3357

3358
$0.00

*BERETTA S06 EELL GAME GUN WITH ENGRAVING BY BERETTA MASTER LUCA CASARI WITH EXTRA BARRELS BY LUTEROTTI, STOCK, AND CASE.

SN C15409B. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Orig bbls (fixed chokes) and 31-3/4″ new bbls (Teague ? chokes), are each fitted with matted, ventilated ribs. Orig bbls are marked with gauge and chamber information, as well as Beretta name and address, on left rear, with Beretta USA importer address and “Made in Italy”, along with warning information, on right. Bottom of mono-bloc is stamped with grade, SN, and 2003 Italian nitro proofs. Newly made bbls are unmarked where visible when assembled. Bottom of mono-bloc is stamped “R. Luterotti” and with 2010 Italian nitro proofs. Typical OU, low profile, coin finished, sidelock, Beretta action features single selective trigger. Action and lockplates are engraved with near full coverage finely cut and shaded large open acanthus scroll which surrounds oval vignettes of game birds on lockplates and bottom. A pair of pintail rise from marsh on left plate, and a pair of mallards settle into cattails on right. Bottom of action portrays a woodcock flitting through alders under “BERETTA”. Top of forend iron mortise is engraved “MADE IN ITALY”. Single beaded trigger guard with matching scroll has monogram “RA” inlaid in raised gold on bow, with grade engraved on tang. Engravers signature “L. Casari” (Beretta master engraver, Luca Casari) is on trigger plate. Top lever has pierced thumbpiece and relief gold inlaid crown. Well made, beautifully marbled and lightly figured European walnut extreme pistol grip buttstock with target dimensions measures 14-1/4″ over thin red Silver type pad. Point pattern checkering with line borders is at grip. Gun is accompanied by what appears to be its orig stock, of very fine marbled and figured European walnut with field dimensions, measuring approx 14-1/2″ over black trap type pad, with 1/2″ spacer. Measurement over wood appears to be about 13″. This stock has normal pistol grip with point pattern borderless checkering. One piece forend has checkering that matches stock which is on gun, and serves both bbl sets. Orig 28″ BBL set: Bore diameter: top -.722, bottom – .722. Bore restrictions: top – .035 (full), bottom – .020 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Newer 31-3/4″ BBL set: Bore diameter: top -.731, bottom – .731. Bore restrictions: screw chokes. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Tan leather case with stitched leather corners by Nizolli is lined in dark olive cloth, and has brown Beretta label in lid. Case contains four turnscrews (still wrapped in tissue), 3-pc rosewood and brass cleaning rod with mop, brush, and jag in black leather container, and a pair of plastic snap caps. Extra bbls are housed in black plastic case with bag and spare stock has bag, and shipping box. CONDITION: Excellent. Orig bbls show a few light marks, newer bbls have only one or two of the faintest marks. Coin finish of action is excellent. Newer stocks have some very light handling marks, older stock is excellent with some light scuffs. Bores are excellent. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent. Accessories, as new. This next to the “top of the line” Beretta has a current retail of over $78,000.00 without special engraving or extra bbls. 51056-2 MGM255 (40,000-60,000) – Lot 3358

3359
$16,675.00

*BERETTA S06 OVER-UNDER SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER SPORTING CLAYS GUN WITH FINE BULINO ENGRAVED SCENES BY GIOVANELLI WITH CASE.

SN C12115B. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ Mono-bloc bbls with interchangeable chokes fitted, have hand matted, ventilated rib, and are marked “P. Beretta Italy” on left side of top bbl. Bottom of mono-bloc are stamped with 1990 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers, and with grade and SN. Coin finished, low profile, Beretta sidelock OU action is nicely filed and has pierced thumbpiece. Action features single selective trigger and non-automatic safety. Action is engraved with very well cut small shaded scroll surrounding lifelike vignette of flying woodcock and tree branch on bottom, which is also engraved “P. BERETTA” “BREVETTATO” and “MADE IN ITALY”. Lockplates with more scroll have scenes of flying chukar partridge quartering toward viewer at rear and quartering away toward front on left plate, and mallard drake settling into marsh at rear of right plate with hen in same attitude toward front. This well detailed work is signed “C Giovanelli” on trigger plate. A gold crown is inlaid on top lever, and “SPORTING” is in gold on double beaded trigger guard bow. Grade is on tang. Beautifully marbled and somewhat figured European walnut flared pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over ribbed composition buttplate. Point pattern checkering with line borders is at grip. Field type schnabeled one piece forend has Deeley type release. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/4″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. Bluish gray ABS Beretta marked case is lined in bluish blanket weave cloth, with compartment for tools, etc in lid, and contains 3-pc rosewood and brass cleaning rod, stock removal tool, instruction manual, guarantee, multi-tool, as well as 6 Briley choke tubes (2 in gun giving a total of 8) with wrench. CONDITION: Excellent, very near to new, with only a few handling and assembly marks, and with evidence of very little firing, with light halos on breechface. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent, as are accessories. 51070-3 MGM285 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 3359

3360
$0.00

*BERETTA S05 OVER-UNDER SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER DOUBLES TRAP GUN WITH CASE.

SN C12978B. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 29-1/2″ Mono-bloc bbls with hand matted, ventilated rib, are ported, and marked “P. Beretta Italy” on left side of top bbl. Bottom of mono-bloc is stamped with 1991 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers, and with grade and SN. Coin finished, low profile, Beretta sidelock OU action is nicely filed. Action features single non-selective trigger and non-automatic safety. Action is engraved with sprays of well cut varying sized scroll surrounding floral centers. Bottom of action is gold inlaid “P. Beretta”. “MADE IN ITALY” is in forend mortise. “TRAP” is inlaid in silver on double beaded trigger guard bow. Grade is on tang. Strikingly swirl marbled and lightly figured European walnut flared pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over KICKEEZ pad, along anti recoil spring system integral and moving with adjustable (for cast) comb during recoil. Point pattern checkering with line borders is at grip. Matching full one piece forend has Deeley type release. Bore diameter: top -.731, bottom – .731. Bore restrictions: top – .034 (full), bottom – .024 (mod). Drop at heel: 1-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 8 lbs. 15 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. Blue ABS Beretta marked case is lined in gray foam. It contains bags for action and bbls. CONDITION: Excellent, slightly used, with some rubs through on blue of bbls, some slight discoloration of coin finish, and a number of light marks in wood. Ejectors are slightly out of time. Trigger works. Case is excellent. 51070-2 MGM286 (8,000-12,000) – Lot 3360

3361
$0.00

*UNUSUAL BERETTA S3EELL PIGEON GUN WITH FINE SCROLL AND GOLD INLAY BY TONONCELLI WITH EXTRA BARRELS AND CASE.

SN 30189. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ and 30″ Mono-bloc bbls are gold inlaid “I” and “II” at rear portions of narrow, matted, ventilated ribs. Left sides of bbls and mono-blocs are marked with steel type and Beretta name and address, along with “MADE IN ITALY”. Sides of mono-blocs are engine turned, and bottoms are stamped with 1965 Italian nitro proofs, grade and SNs. Choke stars are on left sides of bbls. Coin finished, low profile, sidelock action features non-automatic safety, double Kersten type bolt, and gold plated single non-selective trigger. Action and lockplates are engraved with full coverage open shaded scroll with multi-floral and acanthus highlights surrounding gold inlaid game birds in oval and circular motifs; two pigeons on bottom of action, pheasant and snipe on left lockplate, and a duck and grouse on right. Engravers signature “S. Tononcelli” is on trigger plate. Blued top lever, with thumbpiece pierced in floral motif, is gold inlaid with a crown. Trigger guard with more scroll, has SN on tang. Exceptional high quality, beautifully flame figured, dense American walnut rosewood capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over brown KICKEEZ pad. Borderless checkering at grip is very cleanly cut. Checkering features fleur-di-lis and ribbons through pattern along with large flourishes into butt. Matching long one piece forend has Deeley type release, and a gold sparrow inlet above escutcheon. 28″ BBL SET “I”: Bore diameter: top -.725, bottom – .723. Bore restrictions: top – .022 (mod), bottom – .011 (lt mod). Drop at heel: 1-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 15 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. 30″ BBL SET “II”: Bore diameter: top -.725, bottom – .723. Bore restrictions: top – .042 (extra full), bottom – .023 (mod). Drop at heel: 1-13/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 15 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. Makers green canvas case with stitched leather corners is lined in blue velvet with Beretta embroidered in gold in lid. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, as refurbished. Both sets of bbls retain nearly all of what appears to be their orig blue. Coin finish of action remains bright, with little evidence of cleaning. New stocks retain essentially all of their fine hand rubbed oil finish, with only one or two of the faintest of handling marks. Checkering remains light in color, with almost no wear. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Trigger works. Case is very good, with some scuffs on exterior, and a few compressions and rubs on interior. 50594-74 MGM82 (12,500-22,500) C&R – Lot 3361

3362
$4,312.50

*BERETTA 687 EELL OVER-UNDER SHOTGUN WITH TWO SETS OF BARRELS, TUBE SET AND TWO CASES.

SN F20954B. Cal. 12 ga. 3″ Chambers. 26-1/2″ Bbls SNed to gun have narrow, ventilated rib and are ported, and fitted with interchangeable chokes. 2nd set of bbls have 2-3/4″ chambers and are 28″ with wide ventilated rib, ported, and have matte finish (SN does not match gun, but they fit very well). Coin finished action with single selective trigger and ornamental sideplates, has fine scroll engraving surrounding well executed game scenes; ducks on left plate, chukar partridge on right, and woodcock on bottom. Engravers signature is on trigger plate. Nicely marbled and figured European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over black leather covered pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. A vacant silver oval is on toe line. Matching one piece forend has Beretta’s Deeley type release. Orig bbls: Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast off approx 3/8″. Weight: 7 lbs. 3 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. Gun is accompanied by its orig (?) black ABS case with extra choke tubes and wrench, as well as an Americase with space for gun and one set of bbls, which contains Briley tube set for 20, 28, and 410 (that fit the 28″ bbls) with choke tubes and installation tools. CONDITION: Excellent, showing moderate wear, with a few light marks on all factory finishes. Cases are excellent. 50401-8 MGM36 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 3362

3363
$4,600.00

*HARD TO FIND BERETTA AS-20E SHOTGUN WITH CASE.

SN 18085. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 27-1/2″ Mono-bloc bbls are fitted with solid, matted rib, and are marked with Beretta name and address on mono-bloc. Bottom of mono-bloc is stamped with 1957 Italian nitro proofs and engraved with importers name and address (BSA). Case hardened, low profile, scallop-backed, boxlock, OU action features non-automatic safety, square crossbolt third fastener, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with line and geometric borders. A silver pigeon is relief engraved on top lever. Makers name and address are on bottom. Finely marbled and nicely figured European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over thinned Silver type pad with standard checkering at grip, and a vacant silver oval on toe line. Matching slim one piece forend has Deeley type release. Bore diameter: top -.625, bottom – .623. Bore restrictions: top – .029 (full), bottom – .018 (mod). Wall thickness: top – .027, bottom – .038. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 5 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. “Beretta” woven canvas case with leather trim is lined in tan corduroy, and contains bags for bbls and action. CONDITION: Excellent, as refinished, retaining over 90% of nicely renewed finishes on all metal parts and wood, with a few light subsequent handling marks and silvering. Pad is new. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are slightly out of time. Case is fine. 50687-1 MGM246 (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 3363

3364
$9,200.00

*HAND MADE BERETTA MODEL 451E SIDE BY SIDE SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN.

SN A20016A. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Mono-bloc bbls with slightly raised, matted game rib are marked “P. Beretta Italy” on top of left bbl. Bbl flats are stamped with Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Coin finished sidelock action features non-automatic safety, bushed strikers, and single non-selective gold-plated trigger. Action is engraved with near full coverage acanthus scroll with floral terminations within wiggle and punch dot borders. Makers name and address is on bottom. A gold crown is inlaid on top lever, and blued trigger guard has SN on tang. Smoky marbled and lightly figured European walnut extreme pistol grip buttstock measures 15″ over checkered wood butt. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.724, right – .724. Bore restrictions: left – .014 (mod), right – .006 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/4″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 15″. CONDITION: Excellent, with a few light marks in metal finishes, and a number of dings in wood, on left bottom horn, with some chipping behind action, and another ding behind tail of left lockplate. There is also an area of minor repair behind top tang. There are firing halos on breechface. Mechanics are excellent. 50819-32 MGM235 (7,500-12,500) – Lot 3364

3365
$23,000.00

*EXCEPTIONAL PERAZZI SCO ORO SHOTGUN WITH WONDERFUL CLASSICALLY INSPIRED SCENES OF DIANA, THE GODDESS OF THE HUNT AND MAIDENS; GOLD INLAID BY GALEAZZI WITH CASE.

SN 65894. Cal. 12 ga. 3″ Chambers. 29-1/2″ Mono-bloc bbls with broad matted ventilated rib and ventilated side ribs, are ported. Left side of top bbl is marked “Perazzi spa – MADE IN BRESCIA – ITALY”. Bbl flat is stamped with SN 79417. Other proofs are illegible. Coin finished, low profile, OU action with ornamental sideplates has removable trigger group with gold plated internals, and single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with near full coverage well cut small scroll with bouquet highlights surrounding well rendered flush gold inlaid scenes of Diana, along with her dogs, serving ladies, etc. in various scenes. The work is by A Galeazzi who specialized in scenes of Diana with many examples illustrated in various books on engraving; most notably MODERN FIREARMS ENGRAVINGS by Mario Abbiatico. Many of the details of the engraving on this gun are illustrated in that book, however they are on different guns and in different scenes. The bottom of this gun shows Diana with bow and arrow running through meadow while her greyhound looks on. Right lockplate and rear portion of action show Diana preparing for her bath, with minions in various poses, also at the bath. Greyhound is at left side of scene. This scene is signed “Galeazzi” at center bottom. Right lockplate depicts classic scene of Diana after her bath with servants in attendance, along with two greyhounds. Strikingly marbled and stump figured European walnut extreme pistol grip buttstock measures 14-7/8″ over brown Decelerator pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching full one piece forend has Perazzi gold crest inlet toward tip, and Deeley type release. Bore diameter: top -.725, bottom – .723. Bore restrictions: screw chokes. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 8 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 14-7/8″. Makers green ABS case is lined in multi-colored patterned cloth, and contains green wallet with owners manual and combination lock information. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain nearly all of their orig black with some light marks and scuffs. Coin finish of action is still light in color, but beginning to tone, especially at bottom, with some light scratches and a few pings in gold inlay, mostly in central figure on left side. Stocks retain nearly all of what appears to be their orig hand rubbed oil finish, thinning slightly, with some light marks, checkering is lightly worn. Bbls fit well, and lock up tightly. Ejectors are slightly out of time. Trigger works. Case is excellent. An interesting work of art by this highly regarded Italian engraver. 50594-75 MGM53 (25,000-42,500) – Lot 3365

3366
$9,200.00

*PERAZZI SCO OVER-UNDER GAME GUN WITH FINE BULINO WATERFOWL SCENES BY TALENTI WITH CASE.

SN 82510. Cal. 20 ga. 3″ Chambers. 26-5/8″ Mono-bloc bbls fitted with interchangeable choke tubes have narrow, matted ventilated rib and are marked with makers name and address, gauge and chamber information on top left, and importers name and address (Perazzi USA) on right. Bottom of mono-bloc is stamped with 1991 Italian proofs for 3″ chambers. Coin finished, low profile, OU action features selective single trigger with selector incorporated with safety button. Action is engraved with background of small scroll around rose bouquets surrounding fine Bulino scenes of ducks in various attitudes; pair of mallards take wing from pond with four flying in background on left side of action, and pair of pintails settling into marsh on right. Bottom of action portrays another pair of mallards settling into a pond. Engravers signature, “Talenti”, is at bottom rear of left side scene. Beautifully marbled European walnut extreme pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over thin Perazzi pad. Matching schnabeled one piece forend has Deeley type release. Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Green ABS Perazzi embossed case has three combination locks, and is lined in blanket pattern cloth. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, appears unfired since proof, with only a few minor handling and assembly marks on all metal and wood finishes. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent. 50819-10 MGM239 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 3366

3367
$17,250.00

*PERAZZI MX – 20 “EXTRA GOLD” GAME GUN ENGRAVED BY ANGELO BEE WITH CASE.

SN 110797. Cal. 20 ga.2-3/4″ Chambers. 26-3/4″ Mono-bloc bbls with narrow, matted, ventilated rib, are marked “Perazzi BRESCIA MADE IN ITALY” on left side of mono-bloc. Bottom is stamped with 1998 Italian nitro proofs. Coin finished, nicely sculpted, sideplated, boxlock, low profile, OU action features selective single trigger and non-automatic safety. Action is engraved with nicely shaded vines and tendrils blooming into scrolled acanthus, as background for vignettes of dogs and game in well detailed settings. Birds and animals are semi-relief gold inlaid. There is a pointer pointing a covey of flushing quail in meadow on left side, one quail is falling as if hit; right side has Brittany Spaniel pointing trio of flushing grouse, all appear to have escaped the hunter, as is often the case. An alert sitting pa’tridge is at front portion of action, ready for harvesting by northern Maine shooter. A very fine portrait of a Labrador retrieving pheasant is on bottom of action, and a woodcock in flight is on trigger guard bow, another on top lever spindle. This well executed work is by noted engraver, Angelo Bee, whose honeybee logo and name are stamped at bottom of left lockplate. Recess on bottom of action for rear of forend iron is gold inlaid “EXTRA GOLD”. Very fine, intricately marbled and lightly figured European walnut straight grip point pattern checkered buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over checkered wood butt. Matching one piece ejector forend with Deeley type release is embossed “Perazzi” at bottom rear. Bore diameter: top -.627, bottom -.628. Bore restrictions: Screw chokes. Wall thickness: top -.032, bottom -.033. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 6 lbs. 11 oz, LOP 14-5/8″. Red ABS case, emblazoned “Perazzi” on cover, is lined with blue cloth, and contains nylon wallet with instruction booklet, stock removal driver, gray cloth bags for action and bbls, envelope marked “parts” containing some springs and screws (appear to be for the case), and a red plastic container holding five choke tubes and wrench. CONDITION: Excellent, showing evidence of very little use, faint cartridge head halos are on breech faces, heavier on bottom. There are some minor marks on bbls mostly from contact with forend, and a few very minor marks in wood, most notably some small chips in finish on left toe and right edge of transition to butt. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny. Mechanically excellent. Exterior of case has some minor scuffs, interior is a bit dusty. Accessories are excellent. 50754-5 MGM101 (19,500-24,500) – Lot 3367

3368
$17,250.00

*FINE PERAZZI MX 20 “EXTRA” OVER-UNDER GAME GUN WITH FINE ENGRAVING AND EXCEPTIONAL GAME SCENES BY TALENTI, WITH CASE.

SN 91630. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26-3/4″ Mono-bloc bbls with narrow, ventilated rib, are marked “Perazzi BRESCIA MADE IN ITALY” on left side of top bbl. Bottom flat is stamped with 1995 Italian nitro proofs. Coin finished, low profile, OU action with gold-plated selective single trigger, is engraved with near full coverage relief large open scroll in shaded background with floral and cattail accents. Exceptionally fine bulino duck scenes by Talenti are on bottom of action as well as lockplates where they continue onto sides. Bottom scene is of a group of mallards flying over lake. This scene is under grade “EXTRA” inlaid in gold. Left side depicts another flock of mallards settling into marshy border of lake with birch trees around trunnions, and cattails in background. The mallard theme continues onto right side with a flock of five taking wing with similar background. A flying mallard is on top lever pivot, with another on trigger guard bow, both above cattail accents. This almost photographically detailed and attractive work is by “Talenti” with signature on trigger plate. Exhibition quality, intricately marbled and somewhat burl figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over fully checkered wood butt. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching slim one piece field forend has Deeley type release. Bore diameter: top -.625, bottom – .624. Bore restrictions: top – .029 (full), bottom – .014 (mod). Drop at heel: 1-3/4″, drop at comb: 1-5/16″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 10 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Gray ABS leather trimmed Perazzi marked case is lined in Perazzi marked blue cloth, and contains a stock removal tool. CONDITION: Excellent, very near to new, with only a few light handling and assembly marks in wood and metal, and appears unfired since proof. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent. A nicely balanced, fast handling, small bore Perazzi. 50819-6 MGM195 (18,000-28,000) – Lot 3368

3369
$20,125.00

*FINE PERAZZI MX 20 “EXTRA” OVER-UNDER GAME GUN WITH FINE ENGRAVING AND EXCEPTIONAL GAME SCENES BY CREATIVE ART, WITH CASE.

SN 94704. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26″ Mono-bloc bbls with narrow, ventilated rib, are marked “Perazzi BRESCIA MADE IN ITALY” on left side of top bbl. Bottom flat is stamped with 1996 Italian nitro proofs. Coin finished, low profile, OU action with gold-plated selective single trigger, is engraved with near full coverage relief large open scroll in shaded background with floral and cattail accents. Exceptionally fine bulino duck scenes by Creative Art are on bottom of action as well as lockplates where they continue onto sides. Bottom scene is of a group of mallards flying over lake. This scene is under grade “EXTRA” inlaid in gold. Left side depicts another flock of mallards taking wing from marshy border of lake with large tree in background. Cattails are at forward portion of action around trunnions. The mallard theme continues onto right side with a flock of five settling in to similar background. A flying mallard is on top lever pivot with another on trigger guard bow, both with cattail accents. This almost photographically detailed and attractive work is by Creative Art with signature on trigger plate. Exhibition quality, burl and stump figured and extravagantly marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/16″ over fully checkered wood butt. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching slim one piece field forend has Deeley type release. Bore diameter: top -.628, bottom – .628. Bore restrictions: top – .033 (full), bottom – .019 (mod). Drop at heel: 1-13/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-1/16″. Red ABS leather trimmed Perazzi marked case is lined in Perazzi marked cloth, and contains a stock removal tool. CONDITION: Excellent, very near to new, with only a few light handling and assembly marks in wood and metal, and appears unfired since proof. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent. A nicely balanced, fast handling, small bore. 50819-7 MGM194 (18,000-28,000) – Lot 3369

3370
$0.00

*FINE PERAZZI MX 12 SCO OVER-UNDER GAME GUN WITH FINE ENGRAVING AND GAME SCENES BY GALEAZZI, WITH CASE.

SN 80701. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26″ Mono-bloc bbls with narrow, ventilated rib, (and no side ribs) are marked “Perazzi BRESCIA MADE IN ITALY” on left side of top bbl. Bottom flat is stamped with 1991 Italian nitro proofs. Coin finished, low profile, OU action with selective single trigger, is engraved with near full coverage floral accents in small open shaded scroll background. Bottom of action has grade gold inlaid in forend mortise, and scroll surrounds bulino scene of mallards settling into marshy pond, with drake bathing. Left lockplate depicts a flock of pintails flying low and settling into marsh. Right plate depicts mallards settling into marshy pond with scrubby trees in background. Left lockplate is signed “Galeazzi” (most likely the noted A. Galeazzi). The other two scenes are unsigned. Trigger plate and trigger guard with matching scroll, are blued, as is top lever, which is gold inlaid “I”. This gun is no. 1 of a pair and “I” is also inlaid on rear portion of rib and in front of forend latch. Well figured and finely marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over thin leather covered black pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. A gold oval on toe line is engraved “GL”. Matching schnabeled one piece field forend has Deeley type release. Bore diameter: top -.723, bottom – .724. Bore restrictions: Screw chokes. Drop at heel: 2-1/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Green ABS Perazzi marked case is lined in blanket pattern cloth. CONDITION: Excellent, very near to new, with only a few light handling and assembly marks in wood and metal, and faint firing halos on breechface. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent. The matching gun “II” is in this auction. 50819-8 MGM181 (10,000-18,000) – Lot 3370

3371
$0.00

*FINE PERAZZI “MX 12 SCO” OVER-UNDER GAME GUN WITH FINE ENGRAVING AND GAME SCENES BY GALEAZZI, WITH CASE.

SN 80702. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26″ Mono-bloc bbls with narrow, ventilated rib (and no side ribs), are marked “Perazzi BRESCIA MADE IN ITALY” on left side of top bbl. Bottom flat is stamped with 1991 Italian nitro proofs. Coin finished, low profile, OU action with selective single trigger, is engraved with near full coverage floral accents in small open shaded scroll background. Bottom of action has grade gold inlaid in forend mortise, and scroll surrounds bulino scene of mallards settling into marshy pond, with drake bathing. Left lockplate depicts a flock of pintails flying low and settling into marsh. Right plate depicts mallards settling into marshy pond with scrubby trees in background. Left lockplate is signed “Galeazzi” (most likely the noted A. Galeazzi. The other two scenes are unsigned. Trigger plate and trigger guard with matching scroll, are blued, as is top lever, which is gold inlaid “II”. This gun is no. 2 of a pair and “II” is also inlaid on rear portion of rib and in front of forend latch. Well figured and finely marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over thin leather covered black pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. A gold oval on toe line is engraved “GL”. Matching schnabeled one piece field forend has Deeley type release. Bore diameter: top -.724, bottom – .723. Bore restrictions: Screw chokes. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Green ABS Perazzi marked case is lined in blanket pattern cloth, and contains bags for action and bbls. CONDITION: Excellent, very near to new, with only a few light handling and assembly marks in wood and metal, and faint firing halos on breechface. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent. the matching gun “I” is in this auction. 50819-9 MGM180 (10,000-18,000) – Lot 3371

3372
$0.00

*PERAZZI “MX 12” OVER-UNDER GAME GUN WITH EXTRA 20 GAUGE BARRELS AND CASE.

SN 130185. Cal. 12 ga/ 20 ga. 28-1/2″ Mono-bloc bbls with narrow matted ventilated ribs and ventilated side rib, are both ported and fitted with Briley interchangeable choke tubes. Mono-blocs are marked with Perazzi name and “MADE IN ITALY” along with importer (Perazzi USA). Bottoms of mono-blocs are stamped with 2004 Italian nitro proofs for 3″ chambers. Blued boxlock action features single selective trigger. Action has scroll border engraving and left side is marked “Perazzi MX 12″. Nicely marbled European walnut extreme pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over black KICKEEZ pad, and point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching schnabeled one piece forend services both bbl sets. Each bbl set is supplied with 10 choke tubes. Drop at heel: 2-1/16″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Cast: approx 1/8″ off. Weight with 12 ga bbls: 7 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-1/2”. Dark brown leather case with leather corners is lined in blue velvet with Beretta and logo embroidered in lid. Case has space for action and both sets of bbls, and contains choke tubes along with a pair of snap caps, square oil bottle, and socks for action and both bbls. CONDITION: Excellent, very close to new, with only a very few light handling and assembly marks on wood and metal, with very faint firing halos on breechface. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent. Interior has some compressions. Perazzi shotguns are known for their reliability, this two bbl set would make a great clays gun, and would also be useful in the field. 51070-4 MGM283 (7,500-12,500) – Lot 3372

3373
$0.00

*FINE PERAZZI “MX 8 SCO ORO” OVER-UNDER CLAYS GUN WITH FINE ENGRAVING AND GOLD INLAID GAME SCENES BY TALENTI, WITH CASE.

SN 84200. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 29-1/2″ Mono-bloc bbls with broad, matted, ventilated rib, (and no side ribs) are marked “Perazzi BRESCIA MADE IN ITALY” along with gauge and chamber on left side and with importer (Perazzi USA) on right. Bottom flat is stamped with 1992 Italian nitro proofs. Coin finished, low profile, OU action with selective single trigger in removable trigger/ firing group, is engraved with near full coverage floral accents in small open shaded scroll background. Bottom of action has grade gold inlaid in forend mortise, and scroll surrounds bulino scenes of chukar partridge, flush inlaid in gold; a pair take wing from hedgerow, the first to rise has obviously been hit by shot, as feathers are flying. Left side depicts a trio of chukar partridge flying over cropland; another group flying over hilly open terrain on right. Left side scene is signed “Talenti” (Ugo, presently working for Creative Art); the other two scenes are unsigned. Trigger plate and trigger guard with matching scroll, are blued, as is top lever. Exceptional, exhibition quality, burl figured and marbled European walnut extreme pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over leather covered black pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching one piece semi-beavertail target forend has Deeley type release. Bore diameter: top -.724, bottom – .729. Bore restrictions: Screw chokes. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. Red ABS Perazzi marked case is lined in blue Perazzi marked cloth, and contains stock dismounting tool. CONDITION: Excellent, very near to new, with only a few light handling and assembly marks in wood and metal, and faint firing halos on breechface. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent. Be the envy of your squad, and perhaps everyone on the course, with this striking gun. 50819-13 MGM182 (18,000-28,000) – Lot 3373

3374
$11,500.00

*SELDOM SEEN PERAZZI DC STANDARD SIDE BY SIDE SHOTGUN WITH CASE.

SN 151243. Cal. 12 ga. 3″ Chambers. 31-1/2″ Mono-bloc bbls with raised, matted, solid rib, are marked with makers name and address and importer (Perazzi USA), on either side of mono-bloc, which is fitted with dbl lumps. Right lump is stamped with 2013 Italian nitro proofs. Robust, blued action with removable firing and trigger group has feather burst engraving on top lever pivot and hinge pin ends. Nicely figured and marbled European walnut long pistol grip buttstock measures 14-7/8″ over soft Perazzi pad. Point pattern checkering with line borders is at grip. Matching beavertail ejector forend has Anson type release. Bore diameter: left -.724, right – .724. Bore restrictions: left – .032 (full), right – .020 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 8 lbs. 3 oz. LOP: 14-7/8″. Brown ABS Perazzi marked case with three combination locks, is lined in dark brown cloth, and contains stock removal tool. CONDITION: Excellent, very near to new, has seen little firing since proof, with only a few handling and assembly marks in wood and metal. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent. This incredibly rugged side by side double would make a great clays gun. 50819-23 MGM236 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 3374

3375
$0.00

*28 GAUGE ARMI RENATO TELO SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER OVER-UNDER GAME GUN WITH FINE BULINO ENGRAVING BY CORTINI AND CASE.

SN 286. Cal. 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 30″ Mono-bloc bbls are fitted with Teague chokes, have matted ventilated rib, and are engraved “ARMI RENATO TELO GARDONE V.T.” on left side of top bbl. Bbl flats are stamped with 2001 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Coin finished, low profile, round body, sideplated boxlock action features automatic safety and single non-selective trigger. Action is well filed with slim beads around lockplates, and pierced thumbpiece. Action is engraved with well cut rose and scroll surrounding well done Bulino scene of flying grouse over rail fence on bottom of action. Upland bird motif continues with a pair of woodcock flying through alders on left sideplate, and three ruffed grouse, one perched on branch, two others flying through birch trees, on right. This fine engraving is signed “Cortini” on trigger plate. SN is on scroll engraved trigger guard tang. Attractive, finely figured and nicely marbled European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over thin black KICKEEZ pad. Stock features rounded drop points, and point pattern checkering with line borders at grip. One piece schnabeled forend has Deeley release. Bore diameter: top -.554, bottom – .552. Bore restrictions: Teague choke tubes. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 3/8″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. Dark reddish leather case lined in red gabardine (?) contains four Teague choke tubes (2 in gun for a total of 6), with wrench in black plastic case. CONDITION: Excellent, showing limited field use, with a few light handling and assembly marks on wood and metal, most notably galling and scratches on bbl trunnions. Bores are excellent. Mechanically excellent. Case is fine. 51070-1 MGM282 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 3375

3376
$9,200.00

*FINE RENATO TELO SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER OVER-UNDER GAME GUN WITH TASTEFUL FLORAL ENGRAVING BY GIANFRANCO PEDERSOLI WITH CASE.

SN 094. (1989) Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 27″ Demi-bloc bbls with broad, matted, ventilated rib are gold inlaid “ARMI RENATO TELO” on top left. Bbl flat is stamped with 1989 Italian nitro proofs, makers name, and importer (Pachmayr). Coin finished, low profile, small sized, OU, sidelock action features non-automatic safety and single non-selective trigger. Action and lockplates are engraved with truly exceptional, interesting, and tasteful deep relief tendrils of acanthus with floral highlights, which transition to Bulino foliage and flowers. This covers only about 50% of the available surface, and the remainder is left essentially unadorned, except for some nicely cut scrolling line borders. Engravers signature, “G. F. Pedersoli” is on trigger plate. Exhibition quality, beautifully marbled and intricately fiddle figured European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over checkered wood butt, and features drop points and closely spaced point pattern checkering at grip. Matching slim one piece forend has Anson type release. Bore diameter: top -.621, bottom – .621. Bore restrictions: top – .017 (mod), bottom – .010 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Tan leather case with stitched leather corners by Nizzoli, is lined in red velvet, and contains straps. CONDITION: Excellent, showing evidence of very little field use, possibly unfired since proof, with only a few light handling and assembly marks. Case leather is good with some scuffs and soiling. Interior has compressions and soiling. 50819-3 MGM237 (8,000-12,000) – Lot 3376

3377
$10,350.00

*FINE .410 FERLIB SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH MINUSCULE SCROLL ENGRAVING BY BREGOLI.

SN 33368. Cal. 410. 26″ Chopper lump bbls fitted with hand matted concave game rib are engraved “Libero Ferraglio – Italia W. L. Moore – Agoura. C.” on left bbl. Bbl flats are stamped with 1979 Italian nitro proofs. Small sized, coin finished, sidelock action features non-automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, gold line tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action and lockplates are engraved with near full coverage, except for beads, tiny shaded scroll within gold wire borders. This interesting engraving is signed “A Bregoli” on trigger plate. SN is in gold on trigger guard tang. Attractive finely fiddle figured and nicely streaked European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over checkered wood butt, and features rounded tear drop points, closely spaced, well cut borderless point pattern checkering at grip, and a vacant gold oval on toe line. Matching long splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter at muzzles: left -.387 (full?), right – .400 (mod ?). Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/8″ off. Weight: 5 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, appears unfired since proof, with a few light flecks and handling marks on bbls and in wood. There is some light pitting in fillets on sides of action, with some additional scattered barely noticeable light pits. Mechanically crisp. 50594-37 MGM250 (8,500-14,500) – Lot 3377

3378
$0.00

*20 GAUGE FERLIB “F – VII SIDEPLATE” SHOTGUN WITH GOLD GAME SCENES BY BREGOLI.

SN 33655. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 27″ Dovetailed bbls with hand matted concave game rib are engraved “Libero Ferraglio Ferlib Italy” on top of left bbl. Bbl flats are stamped with 1986 Italian nitro proofs, and with bird logo. Coin finished, sideplated, boxlock action features non-automatic safety (S inlaid in gold) and dbl triggers (front “loose” to minimize discomfort to trigger finger when firing rear trigger). Action is engraved with sprays of acanthus in small scroll background surrounding Bulino game scenes with major subjects flush inlaid with gold; pair of snipe swoop into marsh on bottom of action under makers name and address on arch. Left plate and side of action depict a flock of mallards settling into marsh. Right plate and action feature five gold quail flying over cropland. Acanthus and scroll is on trigger guard bow and tang, with SN on banner. Engravers signature, “A. Bregoli” is on trigger plate. Well marbled and somewhat figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over checkered wood butt, and features drop points, as well as closely spaced, borderless, point pattern checkering on diamond hand. A vacant silver oval is on toe line. Matching long splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.629, right – .629. Bore restrictions: left – .026 (full), right – .019 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 5 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, with evidence of little field use, with a number of minor marks and light scratches on factory finishes, most notably a few fairly heavy and deep marks on side of right bbl, with an area touched up about 5″ back from muzzle. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Mechanically excellent. 50594-40 MGM200 (12,500-20,000) – Lot 3378

3379
$13,800.00

*FINE SMALL GAUGE LUIGI FRANCHI “IMPERIALE MONTE CARLO EXTRA” SIDELOCK GAME GUN WITH CASE.

SN 13948. (1960) Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 25″ Chopper lump bbls with raised, matted, game rib, are engraved “S. A. Luigi Franchi Brescia MADE IN ITALY” on side of left bbl. Bbl flats are stamped with 1960 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4′ chambers, and engraved with importers name and address (British Sporting Arms). Bottoms of bbls are stamped with steel type, SNs, and proofs. Coin finished sidelock action features automatic safety (SICURA engraved), bushed strikers, third fastener, H&H type detachable locks, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with full coverage well cut very small scroll, as background to swags of roses and other flowers. Bottom of action is engraved with makers name and address. Blued trigger guard is engraved to match with SN on tang. Very fine, nicely marbled and lightly figured, dense European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/4″ over checkered wood butt, and features standard point pattern checkering. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release, and nicely inlet gold device engraved with grade (Imperiale Monte Carlo) on central diamond. Bore diameter: left -.625, right – .625. Bore restrictions: left – .006 (IC), right – .001 (cyl). Wall thickness: left – .022, right – .024. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Weight: 6 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 14-3/4″. Good quality leather case with stitched leather corners is lined in burgundy cloth, and has white cardboard Franchi label in lid. Case contains a pair of snap caps and a small semi-beavertail forend (sans metal) which appears to be for this gun. CONDITION: Excellent, with little evidence of use, with only some minor marks in what appear to be orig finishes. There has been some cleaned flash rust on lumps and bottom of bbl, which have browned. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case leather is excellent, but shows many scuffs. Straps and handle are fine. Interior cloth is excellent with some rubs. Label has some dings. Spare forend is excellent. A fine high grade gun from 1960. 50687-3 MGM32 (8,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 3379

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3380
$0.00

*VERY FINE LUIGI FRANCHI “IMPERIALE MONTE CARLO EXTRA” SIDELOCK GAME GUN WITH FINE GAME SCENE ENGRAVING BY F. GALEAZZI WITH CASE.

SN 15159. (1997) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Chopper lump bbls with slightly raised, matted game rib, are engraved “FRANCHI S. P. A. BRESCIA MADE IN ITALY” on side of left bbl. Bbl flats are stamped with 1997 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers, and side of right bbl is engraved with importers name and address (Beretta USA). Coin finished sidelock action features non-automatic safety (S inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, and single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with full coverage well cut minuscule scroll, as background to sprays of roses and foliage, surrounding nicely rendered Bulino game scenes; hunter firing at flight of doves on bottom of action; flock of geese settling into marsh on left lockplate, and a covey of quail flushing as pair of pointers, one pointing, look on. Each scene is signed at bottom by the highly regarded “F. Galeazzi”. Single beaded small bow trigger guard with matching scroll has SN at grip. Nicely marbled and lightly figured, dense European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/4″ over brown leather covered pad and features standard point pattern checkering. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release, and nicely inlet gold device engraved with grade (Imperiale Monte Carlo Extra) on central diamond. Bore diameter: left -.722, right – .723. Bore restrictions: screw chokes. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast off approx 1/4″. Weight: 7 lbs. 9 oz. LOP: 14-3/4″. Good quality dark leather case is lined in green felt, and has dark leather gold embossed Franchi label in lid. Case contains rosewood and brass 3-pc cleaning rod, a pair of rosewood and brass snap caps marked with grade, three Briley spare choke tubes (2 in gun), and an installation wrench. CONDITION: Excellent, with little evidence of use, with only some minor marks in what appear to be orig finishes. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are strong and in time. Trigger appears to work. Case leather is excellent, but shows minor scuffs. Interior cloth is excellent, lightly soiled. Label has some dings. This model is currently imported by Beretta, and is very expensive. 50401-7 MGM42 (20,000-30,000) – Lot 3380

3381
$0.00

*HIGH QUALITY FRANCHI “IMPERIALE MONTE CARLO” SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH EXTRA BARRELS AND CASE.

SN 11882. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. Two sets of 28″ chopper lump bbls with slightly raised, concave, matted ribs, are marked “S – A. LUIGI FRANCHI – BRESCIA -” on left sides. Bbl flats are stamped with 1951 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Steel type (Poldi – Anticorro) is engraved on the bottom of each bbl. There is no way to differentiate between the two bbls, except by looking at choke markings on bbls, with one set marked 17.5 and 17.9 (Heavy), and the other 17.9, 18.1 (more open choked). Robust, coin finished sidelock action features non-automatic safety (SICURA engraved), bushed strikers, and dbl triggers (front articulated, trigger blades checkered). Action is beautifully polished and filed, but has minimal engraving, with only a fine line around lockplates and other features of action, and with feather bursts around pin heads. “S – A LUIGI FRANCHI” is inlaid in gold at bottom of left lock, and “BRESCIA” is on right. Bottom of action is engraved with Franchi name and address. Top lever and trigger guard are blued, as fine counterpoint to bright polish of action. Beautifully marbled and figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over coarsely spaced checkered wood butt, and features drop points and well cut flat top borderless point pattern checkering at grip. Long matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release, and gold device with crown inlet on uncheckered central diamond, engraved with grade. Open Choked BBLS: Bore diameter: left -.723, right – .724. Bore restrictions: left – .016 (mod), right – .010 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .023, right – .026. Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 10 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Tighter choked BBLS: Bore diameter: left -.726, right – .725. Bore restrictions: left – .038 (full), right – .019 (Mod). Wall thickness: left – .025, right – .024. Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 10 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Green canvas case with leather corners is lined in green felt, and contains external straps and a key. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain nearly all of what appears to be their orig blue. Polish of action remains bright, with only a hint of re-polish on bottom. Stocks retain nearly all of an old hand rubbed oil finish, checkering lightly worn. There is an incipient stress crack behind left lockplate, with some very small chips behind right. There are some light marks and scratches over all. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are slightly out of time. It appears that the open choked bbls only need a small amount of attention for forend to fit. Case is excellent. A very nice high end gun from the 1950’s, this model is still in production with a starting price of $35,000.00 with one set of bbls. 50594-78 MGM170 (8,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 3381

3382
$51,750.00

*EXEMPLARY LEBEAU COURALLY 20 BORE “BOSS VERREES” OVER-UNDER HAND DETACHABLE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH SUPERB HIGH RELIEF ACANTHUS SCROLL ENGRAVING BY LOVENBERG WITH CASE.

SN 45468. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. Although not a household name, Lebeau Courally is recognized by fine gun aficionados to be among the highest order of gunmakers. This exquisite example of the gunmakers art is near perfection with its fine demi-bloc 28″ bbls with solid matted rib. Left side of top bbl is engraved “AUG. LEBEAU COURALLY A LIEGE. BELGIUM”. Right side is engraved “MADE FOR W. L. MOORE & CO SCOTTSDALE A.Z.” Bbl flat is stamped with makers name and address and bottom bbl with Belgian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Small sized coin finished OU action is of Lebeau Courally’s “Boss” type utilizing the basic principles of the renown “Boss” OU action with some minor modifications and improvements. This gun features non-automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), gold band tumbler end cocking indicators, H&H type lock detaching pin, and dbl triggers (front articulated) with finger blades temper blued. Action and lockplates are engraved with full coverage truly exceptional relief carved large open scrolling acanthus with floral terminations and highlights within some interlocking scroll borders. Backgrounds are completely cut away and nicely stippled. Makers name is not visible on action or lockplates, but is stamped inside action at bottom with proofs and SN on sides. Lebeau Courally logo is on breechface. Engraving theme continues onto trigger guard, which has SN on tang. This wonderful engraving is by the Lovenberg workshop, with signature on trigger plate. Exhibition quality, beautifully marbled, and finely stump figured dark European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over checkered wood butt, and features finely carved drop points and diamond hand. Checkering on butt and grip is of the first order, borderless, in classic outline within ogee scalloped borders. Matching 3-pc ejector forend has Anson release and inlet Lebeau Courally crest in gold on uncheckered panel. The 3-pc forend is deemed by the French and Belgians to be of the highest quality, and will be recognized by Browning collectors for its use on exhibition quality guns. Bore diameter: top -.616, bottom – .617. Bore restrictions: top – .011 (mod), bottom – .007 (IC). Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 3/16″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 9 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. High quality dark brown leather motor case with stitched corner reinforcing, is lined in dark green cloth, and has small gold embossed black leather makers label in lid. PROVENANCE: Proof certificates. Patterning targets. Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, very close to new, with very little evidence of having been fired since proof, with only the faintest of firing halos on breechface, and one or two of the faintest of handling and assembly marks on all factory finishes on wood and metal. Mechanically crisp. Case leather is excellent with a few light rubs. Interior cloth is excellent, except detaching along hinge. Current retail on this model is over $85,000.00 without special engraving and exhibition wood options. A world class small bore shotgun. 50594-106 MGM56 (45,000-70,000) – Lot 3382

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3383
$36,800.00

*EXCEPTIONALLY FINE LEBEAU-COURALLY 20 BORE “HOLLAND MODEL WASHINGTON” SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH SUPERB HIGH RELIEF ACANTHUS SCROLL ENGRAVING BY LOVENBERG WITH CASE.

SN 44660. (1983) Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. Although not a household name, Lebeau-Courally is recognized by fine gun aficionados to be among the highest order of gunmakers. This fine example of the gunmakers art has chopper lump 27″ bbls with concave matted rib. Top of right bbl is engraved “AUG. LEBEAU COURALLY”. Left side is engraved “FAIT POUR W. L. MOORE ET CO WESTLAKE, VLG CA”. Bbl flats are stamped with 1983 Belgian nitro proofs, and makers name and address. Small sized, coin finished, round bodied action features non-automatic safety (S inlaid in gold), gold plated tumbler ends and other internals, and dbl triggers (front articulated) with finger blades temper blued. Action and lockplates are engraved with full coverage truly exceptional relief carved large open scrolling acanthus with floral terminations and highlights within some interlocking scroll borders. Backgrounds are completely cut away and nicely stippled. Fences are full relief carved with matching scrolling acanthus. Makers name is not visible on action or lockplates, but is stamped on water table. Lebeau-Courally logo is on breechface. Engraving theme continues onto trigger guard. This wonderful engraving is by Lovenberg, with signature on trigger plate. Finely marbled, and nicely figured flesh-toned European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over checkered wood butt, and features fine borderless checkering on butt and grip, in classic outline within ogee scalloped borders. A vacant gold oval is on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release and inlet Lebeau-Courally crest in gold on uncheckered panel. Bore diameter: left -.623, right – .624. Bore restrictions: left – .012 (lt mod), right – .005 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 3/8″ off. Weight: 5 lbs. 15 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Light beige canvas case with stitched leather trim is lined in faun felt, and has black makers label in lid. Case contains proof certificate and test targets. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, very close to new, with very little evidence of having been fired since proof, with only the faintest of firing halos on breechface, and one or two of the faintest of handling and assembly marks on all factory finishes on wood and metal. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent, with some scuffs. Interior cloth is excellent. Current retail for this model is well over 50,000 euros. A world class small bore shotgun. 50594-83 MGM85 (30,000-50,000) – Lot 3383

3384
$13,800.00

*WONDERFUL SMALL BORE “GOLDEN AGE” LEBEAU-COURALLY IMPERIAL SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN.

SN 42905. (1936) Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 27″ Chopper lump bbls with matted, game rib are engraved “Aug. Lebeau-Courally” “Liege” on tops. Bbl flats are stamped with 1936 Belgian nitro proofs. Gun is no. “2” of a pair, with “2” engraved on rear lump, gold inlaid on top lever, and engraved on forend iron. Bottoms of bbls are engraved “Acier – Lebeau – Rust – Proof No 273”. Splinter is stamped with SN. Case hardened, small sized action is made without safety and features hidden third fastener, bushed strikers, and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved with full coverage intertwined looped ribbons, flower stems and blossoms, with a few added leaves, all in a small scroll and shaded background, in a pattern often associated with the Lebeau-Courally Imperial grade. This engraving extends to fences and trigger guard. SN is on tang. Makers name and address is on scrolled ribbon device on bottom of action, and engravers signature “M Hannay” is on trigger plate. Finely marbled, and well figured, flesh-toned European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over broadly spaced flat top checkered wood butt. Point pattern checkering with line borders is at grip. A silver shield engraved “LL” (?) is on toe line. Matching long splinter patent ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.628, right – .626. Bore restrictions: left – .028 (full), right – .013 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .024, right – .027. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-5/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 5 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain over 95% orig blue, with some silvering at muzzles, thinning along sides, and a number of light scratches and marks. Action retains 70 – 80% orig case hardening color, silvered on beads and fences, thinning on bottom, from normal hand wear. Lockplates retain over 90% of their muted color. Top lever is silvered on thumbpiece. Trigger guard retains 40 – 50% of its blue, silvered on sides and at grip. Trigger blades retain most of their orig case hardening color. Stocks retain nearly all of what appears to be their orig glossy oil finish which is possibly an old light refinish, or perhaps added oil. Checkering is lightly worn. Bores are excellent with some light frosting, with one or two small pings, mostly in left bbl. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. Lebeau-Courally has made some of the finest guns in the world. This is a fine pre-war example. 50594-52 MGM103 (15,000-25,000) C&R – Lot 3384

3385
$4,887.50

*EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY LEBEAU COURALLY SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK EJECTOR HEAVY GAME GUN WITH WEBLEY SCREW GRIP ACTION.

SN 34507. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. Finely struck 28-1/2″ dovetailed bbls fitted with narrow, matted, flat rib are engraved “The Webley – Lebeau – Courally” “Continental Firearms Co Ltd Liege – London” on tops. Bbl flats are stamped with Belgian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with SNs, steel type, and trademarks. Case hardened, sideplated, boxlock action features automatic safety (S inlaid in gold), side clips, Webley screw grip top fastener with information engraved on top lever, and dbl triggers. Action and sideplates are engraved with near full coverage exceptionally well cut medium shaded scroll surrounding vignettes of bird dogs on tails of lockplates and on trigger plate; an alert setter is on left, pointing setter on right, and a pair of setters, one standing, the other recumbent, on trigger plate. Fully scroll engraved trigger guard has SN on tang. Very finely marbled, and strikingly fiddle figured European walnut round knob semi-pistol grip buttstock measures 14-7/8″ over brown leather covered pad. Nicely cut point pattern checkering is at grip, and a large vacant gold shield is inlet on top of grip behind tang. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Iron is marked with ejector patent no. “255”. Bore diameter: left -.732, right – .730. Bore restrictions: left – .022 (mod), right – .011 (lt mod). Wall thickness: left – .026, right – .029. Drop at heel: 2-5/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 14-7/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain over 90% of what is possibly orig blue, with a number of scuffs and marks, some areas discolored to purple. Action and lockplates retain approx 80% of their orig color, fading on bottom, edges, and fences, but quite vivid where protected. Top lever is silvered on thumbpiece. Floorplate and trigger guard show considerable silvering to their orig blue. Stocks retain nearly all of a very fine quality hand rubbed oil finish, checkering beautifully re-cut. Pad is new. Bores are very fine, lightly frosted. Action is very slightly loose. Bbls are a bit off face. Ejectors are strong and in time. 50594-49 MGM220 (4,500-7,500) C&R – Lot 3385

3386
$9,775.00

*FN SUPERPOSED EXHIBITION PIGEON GUN WITH SIDEPLATES AND EXCEPTIONAL TWO COLOR GOLD INLAY BY LOUIS VRANCKEN.

SN 28122S. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 30″ Bbls with broadway, ventilated rib are marked “FABRIQUE NATIONALE HERSTAL BELGIQUE” on top left, and with chamber and Browning patents, on right. Blued nicely filed rounded action with ornamental sideplates features non-automatic safety and gold plated single selective trigger with checkered finger blade. Action is flush gold inlaid with line borders with scrolled finials, which accent nicely filed beads and top fence. Sideplates with the same borders, have two-color gold inlaid central motifs of nicely detailed relief gold pigeons flying across flush gold circle flanked by flush yellow gold laurel leaves. This striking and attractive inlay is signed “Vrancken” at lower front of left sideplate. Nicely fiddle figured European walnut long tang square knob Monte Carlo buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over skip line checkered wood butt, and features carved drop points, and well cut modified point pattern checkering which wraps over grip, with carved small bead borders. Three piece schnabeled Superlight type forend matches well. Bore diameter: top -.726, bottom – .725. Bore restrictions: top – .38 (full), bottom – 18 (mod). Drop at heel: 1-13/16″, drop at rear of Monte Carlo: 1-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 5 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, with a number of light handling and assembly marks, as would be associated with casual target shooting. Most notably there are a couple of scratches across pigeon scene on left lockplate, some minor dings on right side of buttstock, and considerably thinned finish on forend. Blue of forend mounting screw is considerably silvered. Bores are excellent. Mechanically excellent. An elegant target gun. Ivory front bead. 50594-63 MGM129 (10,000-15,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3386

3387
$0.00

*DAINTY, DESIRABLE, AND DAMNED HARD TO FIND .410 FRANCOTTE “QUALITY 20” SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH CASE.

SN 1037. (1955) Cal. .410. 3″ Chambers. 26″ Dovetailed bbls fitted with slightly raised, matted game rib are engraved “Abercrombie & Fitch Co” “Made in Belgium” on top of right bbl, and “U. S. Agents New-York” on left. Bbl flats are stamped with 1955 Belgian nitro proofs for 3″ chambers and with steel type, “FRANCOTTE CHOKE BORE”, and crowned AF makers marks. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with more proofs, SNs, and bore restrictions, along with “Siemens Martin Steel”. Small sized, case hardened, sideplated, boxlock action features automatic safety (S inlaid in gold), hidden crossbolt third fastener, side clips, and dbl triggers. Action and lockplates are engraved in a style which most closely emulates the pre war “20 Quality” pattern of 70% coverage varying sized scroll. Fences are engraved with somewhat bolder scroll. “A. Francotte Maker & Patentee Liege Belgium” is on bottom of left lockplate. Blued trigger guard with scroll on bow has SN on tang. Nicely marbled and lightly figured European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over checkered horn buttplate. Point pattern checkering with line borders is at grip, and a silver oval engraved “A. L. S.” is on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter at muzzles: left -.389, right – .402. Wall thickness: left – .024, right – .030. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 4 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. A&F marked English leather VC case with stitched leather corners, is embossed “A. L. S.” on top. Case is lined in burgundy cloth and contains a pair of snap caps, exterior straps, and two keys. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain essentially all of a fine quality re-black. Action and lockplates retain 85 – 90% orig case hardening color, thinning on bottom, silvered on fences and sharp edges. Trigger guard has some silvering at grip. Stocks retain nearly all of a high quality hand rubbed oil finish, checkering freshened. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are very strong and in time. Case leather is very fine, beginning to darken. Interior cloth is very fine to excellent with some soiling and rubs. 50730-8 MGM123 (15,000-20,000) C&R – Lot 3387

3388
$0.00

*LOVELY 28 GAUGE FRANCOTTE DELUXE SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN WITH DEEP RELIEF BAROQUE ENGRAVING BY MORAI WITH EXTRA BARRELS AND CASE.

SN 91668. (1985) Cal. 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 27″ and 28″ Chopper lump bbls are gold inlaid at breech ends with “1” under a star, and “1”. Bbls are fitted with narrow, matted, concave, slightly swamped game ribs, and are engraved “Aug – Francotte – Liege” on tops of right bbls. Bbl flats are stamped with 1985 Belgian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Bottoms of left bbls are engraved with importer (PACHMAYR LOS ANGELES CA). Small sized, coin finished, sidelock action features non-automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, and single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with near full coverage very well cut, semi-relief, open, shaded scroll with rose and foliage highlights, with makers name on ring around trigger plate screw. Fences and top lever are deep relief carved with scrolling oak leaves and acorns. Lockplates are engraved with scroll and bouquets matching action, as background for griffins; one central with full body and wings, others at front and rear of lockplate, partially hidden. Makers name and address is on each side of action. Engravers signature “Morai” is on trigger plate. This scroll extends to trigger guard with another partial griffin on bow, and SN gold inlaid on tang. Nicely marbled and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over brown Decelerator pad over 1″ lengthening piece. Stock features classic drop points, point pattern checkering with line borders at grip, and a vacant gold oval on toe line. Each bbl set has its own dedicated small beavertail forend with matching numbers gold inlaid on tips, and interiors of iron marked “1” or “2”. Forends have Anson releases. 27″ BBL set with “1” star: Bore diameter: left -.558, right – .558. Bore restrictions: left – .016 (mod), right – .013 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Cast: approx 1/8″ off. Weight: 5 lbs. 5 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. 28″ BBL set: Bore diameter: left -.556, right – .555. Bore restrictions: left – .024 (full), right – .020 (Imod). Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 5 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Tan pigskin leather case by Exposito, with leather corners, is lined in green felt. Case contains two keys. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain essentially all of what appears to be their orig blue. Coin finish of action is still bright. Stocks retain nearly all of their orig finish, nicely blended in with addition of lengthening piece. Checkering remains light in color. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Mechanically excellent. Case is excellent. An interesting great handling small bore Francotte. 50594-84 MGM60 (20,000-40,000) – Lot 3388

3389
$10,350.00

*LOVELY HIGH END SMALL BORE FRANCOTTE 45 “EAGLE” GRADE GAME GUN WITH CASE.

SN 88471. Cal. 20 ga. The 45 “Eagle” retailed at $550.00 in 1927. This rare small gauge example has 28″ chopper lump bbls with narrow, file cut, concave game rib. Tops of bbls are engraved “Abercrombie & Fitch Co” “U.S. Agents New – York”. Bbl flats are stamped with Belgian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Case hardened, sideplated, boxlock, small sized action features automatic safety (S inlaid in gold), hidden crossbolt third fastener, side clips, intercepting safety sears, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with near full coverage varying sized scroll within geometric borders; heraldic eagle is semi-relief engraved in two color gold on floorplate (shield is in light yellow). Fences are nicely relief carved in cattail motif. Sideplates have areas of scroll surrounding nicely detailed vignettes of game birds; group of quail (?) at front of left lockplate, and three pheasant at rear, and a trio of snipe (?) at front of right lockplate, with three ducks at rear. “A. Francotte Maker & Patentee Leige Belgium” is engraved along the bottom of each plate. Blued trigger guard with more scroll has SN on tang. Beautifully marbled and nicely figured flesh-toned European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over checkered wood butt. Closely spaced point pattern checkering with line borders is at grip, and two gold ovals are on toe line; small older one, perhaps original, is engraved “GDG”, and a later one “W. W. B” “4.28.76”. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.620, right – .621. Bore restrictions: left – .013 (mod), right – .005 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .028, right – .026. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 5/8″ off. Weight: 5 lbs.7 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Abercrombie & Fitch marked British style VC leather case with stitched leather corners, has oval central medallion marked “W.W.B”. Case is lined in burgundy cloth, and contains straps and one detached strap loop retainer. CONDITION: Excellent, original, as found. Bbls retain approx 85% orig blue with numerous light marks, dulled and thinned considerably from normal hand wear near forend. Action and lockplates retain approx 80% orig case hardening color, quite strong where protected, thinning on edges and bottom from normal hand wear, and is still quite attractive. Top lever is silvered on thumbpiece. Trigger guard retains approx half of its orig blue, thinned on sides and silvered on tang. Stocks retain over 80% of what appears to be their orig oil finish over numerous light marks and scratches, which is possibly an old refinish. Present finish thinned on toe line after installation of new oval. Checkering remains sharp, possibly re-freshened. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case leather has numerous rubs and marks. Two corners are missing, one strap retainer detached. Orig handle is good. Interior cloth is fine with considerable rubs and soiling. A superb fast handling gun. 50730-9 MGM93 (10,000-14,000) C&R – Lot 3389

3390
$0.00

*FRANCOTTE SPECIAL DELUXE “GRADE 45E” SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK GAME GUN WITH EXQUISITE SCROLL ENGRAVING AND RELIEF GOLD INLAY WITH CASE.

SN 64553. Cal. 12 ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. 26″ Chopper lump bbls are engraved “A. Francotte Maker and Patentee Liege Belgium” on milled out portion of concave, matted game rib. Tops of bbls are engraved “Von Lengerke & Detmold U.S. Agents – New York.” Bbl flats are stamped with Belgian nitro proofs. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with steel type, choke information, chamber length, and SN. Case hardened, sideplated, boxlock action with intercepting safety sears, features automatic safety (S inlaid in gold), crossbolt third fastener, side clips, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with near full coverage small open scroll with floral and shaded scroll borders surrounding relief gold inlaid sporting vignettes; pair of foxes watching a trio of ducks take flight on bottom; fillets beside beads are finely engraved in floral motif. Fences are semi-relief engraved with roses and trefoil. Sideplates with matching small scroll background portray a setter and pointer pointing a trio of quail on left, and another pointer with setter pointing a pair of pheasant on right. Another fox similar to scene on bottom of action, watches another duck take flight on trigger guard bow. SN is engraved on tang. Beautifully marbled and figured Circassian walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over broad, flat checkered wood butt, and features drop points, as well as closely spaced flat top point pattern checkering with mullered borders at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.729, right – .727. Bore restrictions: left – .033 (full), right – .006 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .0343, right – .033. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. Gold colored heavy canvas case with tan leather trim, is lined in burgundy cloth, and has Francotte black leather label in lid. Case contains pair of snap caps, square oil bottle, 2-pc birch and brass cleaning rod, mop and brush. Also included are case straps and the key. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain approx 98% of a re-freshened blue over what appears to be orig blue, and is quite shiny. Action and lockplates retain 90 – 95% orig case hardening color, most silvering on beads and fences, thinning a bit on bottom. Lockplates are actually much stronger. Bright blue of trigger guard has faded a bit on bow, and is silvered considerably on grip. Top lever is silvered at thumbpiece. Bright blue on triggers is at about 50%. Stocks appear to have a light refinish, many years ago, sharp edges and checkering are a bit softened. This newer finish is over a number of light marks and dings. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny throughout, with one or two small pings in right bbl. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case is excellent. Interior is a bit dusty. A superb high end lightweight 12 bore Francotte. The standard 45 grade retailed for $550.00 in 1927. The special grade was priced by arrangement. 50594-77 MGM61 (7,500-12,500) C&R – Lot 3390

3391
$0.00

*FRANCOTTE NUMBER 30 QUALITY SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK EJECTOR HEAVY GAME GUN WITH EXTRA BARRELS.

SN 27274. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. This fine, high quality, gun comes with two sets of bbls, one 30″ of steel, and the other 28″ Damascus. Both sets have flat, matted, pigeon ribs, and are engraved “Von Lengerke & Dettmold” “U. S. Agents New York”. Bbl flats are stamped with Belgian proofs, and “NON POUR BALLE”. 30″ Bbls are stamped with steel type. Bottoms of bbls on both sets are stamped 2-3/4. Case hardened boxlock action with ornamental sideplates features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), crossbolted dolls head third fastener, side clips, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved in typical “Quality 30” style with near full coverage varying sized simple scroll within geometric borders. Rose bouquets and very well detailed flying pigeons are superimposed over this scroll. Both lockplates are engraved “A Francotte Maker & Patentee Liege Belgium”. Finely marbled and nicely stump figured dense European walnut square knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14″ over checkered horn buttplate and has closely spaced point pattern checkering with line borders at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Steel 30″ Bbls: Bore diameter: left -.728, right – .727. Bore restrictions: left – .029 (full), right – .028 (full). Wall thickness: left – .032, right – .034. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-5/16″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14″. Damascus BBLS: Bore diameter: left -.729, right – .727. Bore restrictions: left – .004 (IC), right – .001 (cyl). Wall thickness: left – .026, right – .026. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/4″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 14″. CONDITION: Very fine, as partially refinished. 30″ Bbls retain nearly all of a high quality rust re-blue. 28″ Damascus bbls retain over 90% of their orig brown, with numerous light marks. Action and lockplates retain approx 20 – 30% of their orig case hardening color, mostly where protected. The balance is a bright silver. Stocks retain nearly all of a hand rubbed oil finish, edges slightly rounded with a few subsequent marks, checkering re-cut. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. 50985-1 MGM249 (5,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 3391

3392
$0.00

*DAINTY AND FINE .410 FRANCOTTE “KNOCK ABOUT” BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN.

SN 1021. (1942) Cal. 410. 3″ Chambers. 26″ Bbls with slightly raised, matted, game rib are engraved “Abercrombie & Fitch Co” “Made in Belgium” and “U.S. Agents New – York” on tops. Bbl flats are stamped with 1942 Belgian nitro proofs for 3″ chambers, steel type, and “FRANCOTTE CHOKEBORE”. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with choke information and “Siemens Martin Steel”. Diminutive, case hardened, boxlock action with nicely filed fences features automatic safety, crossbolt third fastener, and dbl triggers. Action has stippling on fences and top lever, and screw heads are engraved in feather bursts. “The Knock About Gun” is on both sides. Blued trigger guard has SN on tang. Lightly figured and streaked European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over ribbed horn buttplate. Flat top point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter at muzzles: left -.388 (full), right – .400 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .040, right – .035. Drop at heel: 2-9/16″, drop at comb: 1-5/16″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 4 lbs. 9 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain approx 95% orig blue with numerous light marks, thinning a bit on sides. Action retains 90 – 95% orig case hardening color, silvering on sharp edges and on fences. Stocks retain nearly all of their orig finish with a number of light and heavy marks and scratches. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Front bead is missing. An exceptional high condition small bore Francotte. 50594-46 MGM227 (5,500-9,000) C&R – Lot 3392

3393
$0.00

*.410 GARBI MODEL “103B ROYAL” SELF-OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH FINE SELECTED STOCK.

SN 27-03-127-00. Cal. 410. 28″ Chopper lump bbls with raised, hand matted, concave rib, are engraved “ARMAS GARBI SPAIN” and “WILLIAM LARKIN MOORE, SCOTTSDALE AZ. MOD 103-A” on tops. Bbl flats are stamped with Spanish nitro proofs for 3″ chambers. Bbls are fitted with H&H type self-opening assist spring. Coin finished, small sized, sidelock action features non-automatic safety (S inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, H&H type detachable locks, and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action and lockplates are engraved with near full coverage varying sized scroll with floral highlights, similar to Holland’s style. “ARMAS GARBI” is gold inlaid in central arch on each lockplate, and engraved on bottom of action. Single beaded trigger guard has more scroll and partial SN “127” on tang. Very finely marbled and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over checkered wood butt with engraved steel heel and toe plates, and features classic drop points, point pattern checkering with mullered borders, and vacant gold oval. Matching long splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter at muzzles: left -.399, right – .398. Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 5 lbs.12 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, nearly new, with scant evidence of much firing since proof, with a few light handling and assembly marks on wood and metal. Mechanically excellent. Although marked as a “103A”, this gun has the easy opening mechanism as found on the “103B”. Also it is interesting to note that Garbi shotguns are not usually offered in .410. This well appointed little gun may be a prototype. 50594-34 MGM201 (12,000-18,000) – Lot 3393

3394
$19,550.00

*FINE 28 GAUGE ARMAS GARBI MODEL “103 A” SPECIAL WITH SHOTGUN “PRESTIGE” ENGRAVING.

SN 27-03-014-05. Cal. 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 30″ Chopper lump bbls are fitted with narrow, matted, concave game rib. Tops of bbls are engraved with makers name and importer (William Larkin Moore), as well as grade. Bbl flats are stamped with Spanish nitro proofs. Coin finished sidelock action is nicely rounded and features non-automatic safety, bushed strikers, and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action and lockplates are hand engraved in “Prestige” style with large acanthus swags surrounding couples and triplets of blossoms in small scroll background. “ARMAS GARBI” “EIBAR” are on scrolled ribbon on bottom of action. SN is on trigger guard tang. Obviously special order, wonderfully marbled and figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/4″ over checkered wood butt, and features point pattern checkering with mullered borders. Matching small beavertail ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.543, right – .544. Bore restrictions: left – .018 (mod), right – .026 (full). Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 5 oz. LOP: 14-3/4″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, close to new, with a few light handling and assembly marks in wood and metal, most notably a thumbnail sized shallow dent on bottom of forend near tip. Mechanically crisp. This model has a current suggested retail of over $21,000.00, without almost $5000.00 extra for “Prestige” engraving. Most likely the rounded action is also special order. 50594-33 MGM167 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 3394

3395
$11,500.00

*FINE 28 GAUGE GARBI 103A SPECIAL SHOTGUN WITH SUPERB WOOD.

SN 27-03-074-03. Cal. 28 ga. 29″ Chopper lump bbls with narrow, concave, matted game rib are marked with makers name, importer (WLM Scottsdale), and grade on tops. Bbl flats are stamped with SN and Spanish nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Case hardened sidelock action features non-automatic safety (S inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action and lockplates are engraved in well done, classic, English rose and scroll with makers name and address on bottom. Scroll engraved and blued trigger guard has last two sets of SN engraved on tang. Striking, wonderfully figured and marbled European walnut (this model is supposed to have selected walnut, but this stock is a cut above) straight grip buttstock measures 14-7/8″ over checkered wood butt, and features lozenge shaped drop points, point pattern checkering at grip, and a vacant gold oval on toe line. Matching long splinter forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.545, right – .546. Bore restrictions: left – .019 (mod), right – .007 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 5/8″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 1 oz. LOP: 14-7/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially near new, with only a few light handling marks in all its fine wood and metal finishes. Mechanically crisp. This model retails at over $21,000.00. 50594-36 MGM221 (7,000-12,000) – Lot 3395

3396
$0.00

*FINE 20 GAUGE ARMAS GARBI MODEL “103 B SPECIAL” SHOTGUN WITH EXTRA BARRELS AND CASE.

SN GA14610. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 27″ and 27-3/4″ Chopper lump bbls are fitted with slightly raised, matted, game ribs gold inlaid “1” (27″) or “2” (27-3/4″) at breech ends. Tops of bbls are engraved with makers name and address, model, and importer. Bbl flats are stamped with 1982 Spanish nitro proofs. Both bbl sets are fitted with H&H type self-opening assist spring. Coin finished sidelock action is nicely filed and features automatic safety, bushed strikers, and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action and lockplates are hand engraved with traditional Purdey type rose and scroll. “ARMAS GARBI” “EIBAR” is on bottom of action. Single beaded trigger guard has SN on tang. Well marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over checkered wood butt, and features drop points and diamond hand with classic point pattern checkering with mullered borders. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. BBL set “1”: Bore diameter: left -.621, right – .621. Bore restrictions: left – .017 (mod), right – .006 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 5 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. BBL set “2”: Bore diameter: left -.622, right – .621. Bore restrictions: left – .029 (full), right – .012 (Lt mod). Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 5 lbs. 13 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. Tan leather case with brass corners is lined in green felt, and has embroidered Garbi label in lid. Case contains spare mainsprings, spare ejector springs, and firing pins, as well as cleaning brush and key in black morocco wallet. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, very near to new, with only a few very light handling and assembly marks in wood and metal. Mechanically crisp. Case leather has some scuffs. Interior shows some compressions and rubs through felt. This model has a current suggested retail of over $28,000.00 exclusive of the extra bbl set. 50594-80 MGM165 (8,500-14,000) – Lot 3396

3397
$0.00

*FINE 12 GAUGE ARMAS GARBI MODEL “103 B” SPECIAL SHOTGUN WITH EXTRA BARRELS AND CASE.

SN GA14865. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. Two sets of 28″ Chopper lump bbls are fitted with slightly raised, matted, game ribs, gold inlaid “1” or “2” at breech ends. Tops of bbls are engraved with makers name and address, model, and importer. Bbl flats are stamped with 1982 Spanish nitro proofs. Both bbl sets are fitted with H&H type self-opening assist spring. Coin finished sidelock action is nicely filed and features non-automatic safety, bushed strikers, and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action and lockplates are hand engraved with traditional Purdey type rose and scroll. “ARMAS GARBI” “EIBAR” is on bottom of action. Single beaded trigger guard has SN on tang. Very finely marbled flesh-toned European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over Silver type pad, and features drop points and diamond hand with classic point pattern checkering with mullered borders. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. BBL set “1”: Bore diameter: left -.724, right – .722. Bore restrictions: left – .028 (full), right – .013 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-1/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 5 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. BBL set “2”: Bore diameter: left -.723, right – .724. Bore restrictions: left – 031. (full), right – .026 (Imod). Drop at heel: 2-1/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 3 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. Tan leather case with stitched leather corners is lined in green felt, and has embroidered Garbi label in lid. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, with evidence of light field use, with a few light scuffs and rubs and a scratch or two in wood and metal finishes. Mechanically excellent. Case leather has a number of scuffs. Interior cloth has some light insect damage and some rubs through. This model has a current suggested retail of over $28,000.00 exclusive of the extra bbl set. 50594-79 MGM166 (7,500-12,000) – Lot 3397

3398
$0.00

*NICELY MATCHED PAIR OF ARRIETA MODEL 801 SIDELOCK EJECTOR SELF OPENING GAME GUNS WITH CASE.

SN 36687/ 36688. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 27″ Chopper lump bbls with narrow swamped game ribs, are engraved “Fea de Escopetas Arrieta – Elgoibar Espana”. Rear portions of ribs, top levers, and forend tips are gold inlaid with “1” or “2” denoting a true pair. Bbl flats are stamped with Spanish nitro proofs, and bbls are fitted with H&H type self-opening assist spring. Coin finished H&H type sidelock actions feature automatic safeties, bushed strikers, H&H type hand detachable locks, and dbl triggers (fronts articulated). Actions are engraved with near full coverage varying sized well cut scroll within scroll borders. “Arrieta y Cie” is on scrolled riband on each lockplate, and also on bottoms of actions between “FABRICA DE” “ELGOIBAR”. Scroll engraved trigger guards have SNs on tangs. Nicely matched, well marbled and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstocks measure 14-7/8″ over skip line checkered wood butts, and feature drop points, point pattern checkering, and silver ovals on toe lines engraved “H” under a counts crown. Matching splinter ejector forends have Anson releases. Gun no. “1”: Bore diameter: left -.726, right – .727. Bore restrictions: left – .009 (IC), right – .010 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14-7/8″. Gun no. “2”: Bore diameter: left -.724, right – .723. Bore restrictions: left – .009 (IC), right – .008 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14-7/8″. Black leather two gun case is lined in scarlet velvet. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls show a number of light scratches and marks as associated with a few weeks in the field, with thinning at sides above forends. Coin finish of actions remains excellent. Stocks have had a light refinish, with one or two subsequent minor bumps. Bores are excellent. Mechanically excellent. Case is excellent. Interior is soiled and rubbed. 50594-81 MGM162 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 3398

3399
$20,700.00

*FINE .410/ 28 GAUGE AYA MODEL NO. 1 DELUXE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH CASE AND BOX.

SN 16-03-184-01. Cal. 410/28ga. 28″ Chopper lump bbls with concave, matted game ribs are marked “AYA – Aguirre & Aranzabal – MADE IN SPAIN” on tops of right bbls. Bbl flats are stamped with Spanish nitro proofs with 20 ga. 2-3/4″ chambers, and .410 with 3″ chambers, along with “MAGNUM”. Bottoms of right bbls are stamped with importers name and address (“ARMES DE CHASSE”). Coin finished small sized sidelock action features non-automatic safety, bushed strikers, gold band tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action and lockplates are engraved with full coverage large, shaded, open scroll with acanthus highlights. Bottom of action is engraved “No. 1 Deluxe”. Single beaded trigger guard with more scroll on bow, has part of SN inlaid in gold on tang. Attractive, finely marbled and nicely stump figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over checkered wood butt, and features elongated drop points, and diamond hand with point pattern checkering. A vacant gold oval is on toe line. Each bbl set has its own splinter ejector forend, each with Anson release. 28 ga BBLS: Bore diameter: left -.542, right – .542. Bore restrictions: left – .015 (mod), right – .010 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 5 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. .410 BBL Set: Bore diameter at muzzles: left -.393 (full?), right – .397 (mod?). Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 5 lbs. 13 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. Brown leather case with stitched leather corners is lined in dark green felt, and has black leather AYA label stitched into lid, and contains a key. Also included is the orig box for this gun, with correct end label. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, approximating new, with some light handling and assembly marks on wood and metal. Coin finish of action has a hint of darkening. Bores are excellent. Mechanically excellent. Case is excellent with only a very few minor marks. Interior cloth has some compressions and rubs. Box is excellent with some light rubs on bottom, and a touch of soiling. End label is excellent. 50594-86 MGM168 (8,500-13,500) – Lot 3399

3400
$0.00

*AYA MODEL NO. 1 DE LUXE SHOTGUN WITH DEEP CHISELED SCROLL ENGRAVING.

SN 601813. (1991) Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Chopper lump bbls are marked with makers name and “MADE IN SPAIN” on narrow game rib. Bbl flats are stamped with 1991 Spanish nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Holland & Holland style sidelock action is bright coin finished, and features non-automatic safety (S inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, gold band tumbler end cocking indicators, H&H type hand detachable locks, and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved with full coverage dramatic deep relief chiseled scroll of varying sizes, with a few rose bouquet highlights. Makers name is in arched device on bottom of action. Engravers signature “L. Amas” is on trigger plate. Nicely crotch figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/4″ over checkered wood butt, and features elongated drop points, diamond hand with point pattern checkering, and a vacant gold oval on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.620, right – .619. Bore restrictions: left – .013 (mod), right – .003 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 1/8″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 14-3/4″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, with a few light handling marks, appears to have been fired very little since proof. Mechanically crisp. 50594-35 MGM234 (7,500-12,500) – Lot 3400

3401
$3,737.50

*HIGH QUALITY AYA MODEL 37 SUPER DETACHABLE SIDELOCK EJECTOR OVER-UNDER GAME GUN.

SN 68488. (1952) Cal. 16 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28-1/2″ Mono-bloc bbls are fitted with matted, ventilated rib, and have makers name, address, and steel type engraved on mono-bloc, which also has an outline in band of large scroll. Bottom bbl is stamped with 1952 Spanish nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Coin finished Merkel type hand detachable sidelock OU action features automatic safety (S inlaid in gold), dbl Kersten top fastener, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved with nearly full coverage well cut shaded scroll, with makers name on left side. Lockplates are fully game scene engraved; with flock of ducks erupting from marsh on left plate, and a group of pheasant, some standing, others flying over a clearing, on right. AYA logo is gold inlaid on top lever. Blued single beaded trigger guard has scroll on bow and SN on tang. Well figured and streaked European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over brown Old English pad over 1/4″ spacer, and features drop points and diamond hand with well cut point pattern checkering with mullered borders. Matching 3-pc ejector forend has Deeley type release. Interior of iron is engine turned. Bore diameter: top -.660, bottom – .660. Bore restrictions: top – .021 (mod), bottom – .012 (lt mod). Wall thickness: top – .022, bottom – .028. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain over 95% of what appears to be orig blue. Coin finish of action has darkened a bit over the years from accumulated oil. Stocks retain most of their orig finish, with some oil added to butt at time of replacement of pad. Checkering lightly worn. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are strong and in time. These well made high quality guns from the ’50’s are seldom seen. 50594-38 MGM233 (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 3401

3402
$12,650.00

*HIGH QUALITY AYA “SENIOR” PURDEY TYPE SELF OPENING SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH CASE.

SN 559677. (1980) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. A classic example of why one should always look at the gun, not the name. The AYA “Senior” is a very well made gun. This example features 28″ chopper lump bbls with slightly raised game rib engraved with AYA name and “MADE IN SPAIN”. Bbl flats are stamped with 1980 Spanish nitro proofs. Case hardened Beasley type self-opening sidelock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), hidden third fastener, bushed strikers, gold band tumbler end cocking indicators, and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action and lockplates are engraved in exceptionally well cut, small scroll surrounding rose bouquets in classic British style. Makers name and “Eibar” are on bottom. Blued trigger guard with somewhat larger well cut scroll, has SN on tang. Very finely marbled and lightly figured dense European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over thin Silver type pad, and features Purdey style drop points, and point pattern checkering with mullered borders at grip. A gold oval on toe line is engraved “DMM”. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.724, right – .724. Bore restrictions: left – .040 (full), right – .019 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-1/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 13 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Spanish tan leather case with stitched leather corners is lined in green felt and has black AYA label in lid. Case contains proof certificate and the key. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain over 98% of what appears to be orig blue. Action retains 95% orig case hardening color, silvered on bottom beads, and thinning on bottom from normal hand wear. Tang of trigger guard is considerably silvered. There are a few light scratches and marks in finish of stocks. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Drop is down a bit. Ejectors are in time. There are some water marks in exterior leather of case, and some light scuffs. Straps and handle are fine. Interior is fine with light insect damage and some felt rubbed through from contact with action. 50594-82 MGM164 (7,500-12,500) – Lot 3402

3403
$6,900.00

*AYA SENIOR SELF-OPENING TWO-BARREL SET SIDELOCK SHOTGUN.

SN 51210. Cal. 12 ga. Bbl #1: 28″ of chrome nickel steel with vent rib with ivory front and mid-bead. Fixed IMP-CYL & IMP-MOD chokes. Chambers are 2-3/4″. Bbl #2: 28″ of chrome nickel steel with vent rib with front and mid bead. FULL & FULL chokes. 2-3/4″ chambers. Breech end of rib has gold “2”. Self-opening Pigeon Gun without safety. Case colored Purdey style sidelock action with side clips and cocking indicators. Full coverage of very fine rose and scroll hand engraving. Single non selective trigger with auto ejectors. Beavertail forearm of checkered thin shell walnut. Stock of fancy thin shell walnut features engraved case colored steel pistol grip cap, teardrops behind ears and silver nameplate on toe line. LOP: 14″ over thin red pad. Drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Drop at heel: 2″. weight: 8lb 6oz. Bbl date codes indicate 1952 mfg. Housed in leather covered 2-bbl luggage case. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Bbl #1 retains most of re-blued finish. Gold is missing from “1” on rib. Rib has 3 plugged holes from previous sight attachment. Good bright bores. Bbl #2 retains 95% orig blue and has good bright bores. Action has good case colors with slight fading and silvering on sharp edges and wear points. Blue on trigger guard tang has faded to gray. Stock and forearm has lightly worn finish showing numerous scratches and handling marks. Case is in good condition. 51045-3 DS (7,000-12,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3403

3404
$0.00

*HIGH QUALITY ARRIZABALAGA 20 GAUGE SIDELOCK EJECTOR SELF-OPENING GAME GUN WITH “PURDEY” ENGRAVING AND WITH CASE.

SN 13857. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26-1/2″ Chopper lump bbls are fitted with Churchill rib. Gun is no. “2” of a pair, with “2” gold inlaid at breech end of rib, on top lever, and forend tip. Tops of bbls are engraved with Arrizabalaga name and address and “ESPECIALLY MADE FOR J. ROBERTS & SON KING ST. LONDON.” Bbl flats are stamped with 1984 Spanish nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Bbls are fitted with H&H type self-opening assist spring. Case hardened sidelock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), bushed strikers, gold band tumbler end cocking indicators, H&H type detachable locks, and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action and lockplates are engraved with classic English rose and scroll (advertised as “Purdey” style). “PEDRO” “ARRIZABALAGA” “EIBAR” is on bottom of action. Blued single beaded trigger guard with large open scroll on bow, has SN on tang. Nicely stump figured and lightly marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-7/8″ over checkered wood butt, and features elongated drop points, diamond hand with point pattern checkering, and a vacant gold oval on toe line. Matching beavertail ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.617, right – .617. Bore restrictions: left – .006 (IC), right – .002 (skeet). Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 14-7/8″. Brown leather case with stitched leather corners is lined in green felt, and has oval leather “Exposito” label in lid. Case contains a 3-pc brass and wood cleaning rod, along with a key. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, with evidence of casual field use. Bbls retain over 95% orig blue, thinned a bit, and with some marks. Case hardening of action shows silvering on beads and fences, slightly thinned on bottom. Top lever thumbpiece is slightly silvered. Blue on trigger guard tang is a bit thin. Stocks have a few light marks, a couple of removed dents, and some scratches, checkering lightly worn. Mechanically excellent. Case has a number of marks and scratches on its leather. Straps and handle are good. Interior cloth shows some soiling and rubs through from bbl lump. This esteemed Spanish maker makes only best quality guns with delivery taking over a year. This model currently retails at over $27,000.00. 50594-89 MGM169 (8,750-14,000) – Lot 3404

3405
$5,750.00

*FINE SMALL GAUGE ARRIZABALAGA SIDELOCK EJECTOR “ENGLISH SCROLL” MODEL GAME GUN.

SN 14562. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 27-7/8″ Chopper lump bbls with flat, matted game rib are engraved “MADE FOR J. RIGBY & CO, LONDON.” on top of right bbl. Bbl flats are stamped with Spanish nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Coin finished, small frame, H&H “Royal” type sidelock action features non-automatic safety, hidden third fastener, bushed strikers, gold band tumbler end cocking indicators, hand detachable sidelocks, and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved in full coverage classic H&H style with varying sized open shaded scroll within geometric borders. Makers name is in H&H type device on each lockplate, as well as on bottom of action over “EIBAR”. Single beaded trigger guard with scroll on bow has SN on tang. Well marbled and figured European walnut “Prince of Wales” round knob grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over checkered wood butt, and features drop points, point pattern checkering at grip, and silver oval on toe line engraved “R. S.” Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.616, right – .616. Bore restrictions: left – .011 (lt mod), right – .004 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-11/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/2″ on. Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. CONDITION: Excellent, very close to new, with faint firing halos on breechface, with some light handling and assembly marks, and some congealed oil in action. Mechanically excellent. This well made shotgun currently retails at over $27,000.00. 51033-17 MGM302 (5,000-10,000) – Lot 3405

3406
$6,900.00

*PEDRO ARRIZABALAGA SIDELOCK SHOTGUN.

SN 13436. Cal. 12 ga. 28-1/4″ bbls with sunken rib, 2-3/4″ chambers as marked on water table with “12-70” marking. Fixed chokes are open to IC & MOD. Rib has retailer marking “Gastinne Renette Paris”. Steel front bead with faux-ivory white mid-bead. Purdey style sidelock action with cocking indicators, dbl triggers and ejectors. Engraving is full coverage rose and scroll style. Splinter forearm and straight hand stock of fancy thin shell walnut with point pattern hand checkering. Main plate and toeline marked with initials “JWS”. LOP: 14-3/8″ over brown Decelerator pad and 9/16″ wood spacer. Drop at comb: 1-7/8″; drop at heel: 2-13/16″. Leather covered leather case with green velour fitted interior having Arrieta case. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain very good orig blue showing a few scattered light scratches and marks. Very good bores. Faded but lightly visible case colors remain over most of the frame and locks. Stocks have very good satin refinish. Case is good. 50595-65 DS (7,250-12,500) – Lot 3406

3407
$9,200.00

*RARE 20 GAUGE “REGENT DALY” BOXLOCK OVER-UNDER SINGLE TRIGGER EJECTOR GAME GUN IMPORTED BY HEINEN OF CHICAGO, WITH EXTRA BARRELS.

SN 170. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ and 30″ Demi-bloc bbls denoted by “HB I” and “HB II” on rear lumps, are fitted with solid matted ribs, gold inlaid “Regent Daly” at breech ends. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with German imperial proofs, steel type (Boehler Antinit), and makers mark “WSch” (Schuler). Case hardened, double Kersten, scallop-backed, OU action features automatic safety (S inlaid in gold), and single selective trigger. Action is very finely engraved with near full coverage very well cut, Germanic style, large, scrolling acanthus with stippled background, which surrounds vignettes of game; a trio of ducks is in swamp on left, four snipe are in similar environment on right, and a covey of quail is in meadow on trigger plate. A hawk stoops upon a flying snipe on trigger guard bow. Tang is engraved “A. H. Heinen Chicago” and with SN. Very finely fiddle figured and nicely marbled European walnut steel capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over brown Decelerator pad. Side panels are checkered. Grip is checkered in point pattern with line borders. A gold shield engraved with the monogram “HB” is on toe line. Matching 3-pc forend has Deeley release and bottom piece fits both bbl sets. BBL SET “HB I” 30″: Bore diameter: top -.630, bottom – .630. Bore restrictions: top – .030 (full), bottom – .028 (full). Wall thickness: top – .030, bottom – .027. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. BBL SET HB II 28″: Bore diameter: top -.625, bottom – .625. Bore restrictions: top – .021 (mod), bottom – .017 (mod). Wall thickness: top – .032, bottom – .029. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 10 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. Twin ivory bead sights. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain essentially all of what appears to be orig blue, with a number of scratches and assembly marks, along with one or two minor dings. Action retains approx 70 – 80% orig case hardening color, silvered on high edges and around bottom from normal hand wear. Stocks retain over 90% of their orig finish with a few light scratches and a bit of oil rubbed in as maintenance. Checkering is very lightly worn, and has a few compressed diamonds. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny throughout. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are out of time. Trigger seems to work. Heinen imports come in a variety of types and sizes, and all are scarce. 50594-60 MGM109 (9,500-14,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3407

3408
$9,200.00

SCARCE, LIGHTWEIGHT, 20 GAUGE PRUSSIAN DALY DIAMOND QUALITY GAME GUN BY LINDNER.

SN 1516. (ca 1895) Cal. 20 ga. 2-9/16″ Chambers. 26″ Dovetailed bbls are engraved “Charles Daly Diamond Quality” on matted game rib. Breech ends have Witten Excelsior Steel logos. Bbl flats are stamped with German imperial proofs for 20 ga. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with steel type and “HAL” (Lindner) crossed pistol logos. Case hardened, scallop-backed boxlock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), pin type cocking indicators, hidden square crossbolt third fastener, side clips, intercepting safety sears, and dbl triggers with finger blades checkered. Action is near fully engraved with well cut semi-relief open shaded scroll within feather and geometric borders. “CHARLES DALY” is on each side of action. Scroll surrounds oval vignette of flying mallard on trigger plate. A pair of grouse (?) is central theme on trigger guard bow. SN is on tip of tang. Nicely marbled and figured European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over Silver type pad. Side panels are checkered and terminate in elongated drop points. Checkering at grip is of point pattern. Pistol grip is tipped by a flush silver oval. A vacant silver oval is on toe line. Matching long splinter ejector forend with inlet horn tip, has Deeley release. Bore diameter: left -.626, right – .626. Bore restrictions: left – .010 (Lt Mod), right – .006 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .035, right – .034. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 5 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain 80 – 90% of what appears to be orig blue, thinning on sides from normal hand wear. Action retains approx 70 – 80% orig case hardening color, quite vibrant and pleasing where protected, and has been re-lacquered. Stocks retain nearly all of a very high quality hand rubbed oil finish with some very minor subsequent marks, checkering competently re-cut. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are out of time. Small bore Daly guns are very hard to find. 50594-50 MGM106 (8,500-13,500) – Lot 3408

3409
$0.00

*VERY FINE, HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION, 16 GAUGE CHARLES DALY DIAMOND GRADE SHOTGUN BY LINDNER WITH SINGLE TRIGGER.

SN 2123. Cal. 16 ga. 26″ Dovetailed bbls are engraved “Charles Daly Diamond Quality” on unmatted portion of slightly raised, concave, game rib. Breeches are surrounded by 3/4″ band of very well cut scroll behind Witten steel logos. Bbl flats are stamped with imperial German proofs with no nitro proof. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with steel type and “HAL” crossed pistol logos. Small sized, case hardened, scallop backed, boxlock action features non-automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), pin type cocking indicators, hidden square crossbolt third fastener, side clips, and single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with near full coverage well cut small scroll. “Charles Daly” is on rectangular device on each side. This well cut scroll surrounds an interesting vignette of hunter and boatman in sneak boat apparently approaching trio of ducks, which are on trigger guard bow. Trigger guard is case hardened. SN is on tang. Nicely marbled and lightly figured European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-7/8″ over red rubber and foam sandwiched pad. Side panels are checkered, and have typical drop points. Grip checkering is of point pattern with line borders, and ball of grip has inset horn button with raised rib. A vacant silver oval is on toe line. Matching long splinter ejector forend has schnabeled horn tip and Deeley type release. Bore diameter: left -.667, right – .667. Bore restrictions: left – .029 (full), right – .004 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .030, right – .027. Drop at heel: 3-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 5 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14-7/8″. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Jim Beckley. CONDITION: Excellent, original, as found. Bbls retain over 95% orig blue with a few light handling marks. Action retains 90 – 95% orig case hardening color, thinning and silvering on fences and beads. Color is silvering at trigger guard tang. Stocks have a number of light marks, a few a bit heavier in their orig finish. Pad has been added at some time, as area for widows peak of buttplate has been filled. Checkering is very lightly worn. Grip checkering shows some tape or other whitish residue. Bores are excellent, with a hint of frosting. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. Inertia trigger appears to work. A super clean lightweight Daly. 50632-4 MGM228 (9,000-14,000) C&R – Lot 3409

3410
$26,450.00

*EXQUISITE, LIGHTWEIGHT, PRUSSIAN DALY REGENT DIAMOND QUALITY GAME GUN IN EXCEPTIONAL ORIGINAL CONDITION.

SN 25252. (1929) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Dovetailed bbls are gold inlaid “Charles Daly Regent Diamond Quality” on slightly raised, matted game rib. Breech ends are engraved for almost 2-1/2″ exceptionally well cut varying sized shaded scroll with beaded outline emanating from fern leaves and rose blossoms behind Witten Excelsior Steel logos. Bbl flats are stamped with German imperial nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers, and with a proof date of 2/29. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with steel type and provisional proofs. Makers name “W. Sch” (Schuler) is bottom of left bbl; SN is on bottom of right. Case hardened, scallop-backed boxlock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), pin type cocking indicators, hidden square crossbolt third fastener, side clips, intercepting safety sears, and dbl triggers with finger blades checkered. Action has nicely filed beads. Fences are relief carved in scrolled shell motif. Action is engraved with full coverage fine scroll of the same type as on bbls, surrounding vignettes of dogs and game, realistically sculpted with major subjects exceptionally well rendered in gold; retriever stands on edge of pond on left side; with a pair of ducks flushing from cattails on right. Another duck flying head on towards you under a sovereigns crown is on bottom of action. “Charles Daly” is flush gold inlaid around bottom of fences. A hawk stooping upon a flying snipe is on central oval on trigger guard, which is engraved with scroll matching action. SN is on tip of tang. Very finely marbled and lightly figured European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over ribbed horn buttplate. Side panels are checkered within chip carved borders. Borderless checkering at grip is of fancy pattern, with fleur-di-lis intrusions and scroll flourishes into butt. Pistol grip is tipped by a ribbed horn button. A vacant silver oval is on toe line. Matching long splinter ejector forend with inlet horn tip, has Deeley release. Bore diameter: left -.731, right – .731. Bore restrictions: left – .046 (extra full), right – .031 (full). Wall thickness: left – .025, right – .022. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 3 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, original, as found. Bbls retain 95 – 98% orig blue with a number of small dings and marks, thinning just a touch from normal handling. Action retains 90 – 95% orig case hardening color, silvered a bit on fences and beads, thinning around bottom. Top lever has slight silvering on thumbpiece. Case hardening of trigger guard has mostly faded to silver gray. Interior of guard is still vibrant where protected by lacquer, engraving remains sharp and clear. Stocks retain nearly all of their orig oil finish, with a few light marks and scratches, checkering slightly darkened. Horn of buttplate shows some minor insect damage. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny throughout. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are out of time. Ejector pivot screw on left side of forend, has been replaced, and not engraved. A superlative example of this iconic high grade German/ American classic. 50594-59 MGM104 (15,000-25,000) C&R – Lot 3410

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3411
$0.00

*NICELY ENGRAVED PRUSSIAN DALY DIAMOND QUALITY GAME GUN.

SN 11569. (1924) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Dovetailed steel bbls are engraved “Charles Daly Diamond Quality” on matted game rib. Breech ends have Roechlings Special Steel logos in front of 1-1/2″ triangles of very well cut scroll. Bbl flats are stamped with German imperial proofs with proof date of 11/24. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with steel type. Case hardened, scallop-backed boxlock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), pin type cocking indicators, hidden square crossbolt third fastener, side clips, intercepting safety sears, and single non-selective trigger. Action is near fully engraved with well cut shaded scroll. “CHARLES DALY” is on each side of action. Scroll surrounds very fine oval scene of retriever in cattails snapping at rising duck on trigger plate. There are three flying grouse and hunter with dog on trigger guard bow, one grouse is obviously hit and falling. SN is on tip of tang. Streaked and lightly figured European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14″ over Silver type pad. Side panels are checkered and terminate in elongated drop points. Checkering at grip is of point pattern. Pistol grip is tipped by a horn button. A vacant silver oval is on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend with inlet horn tip, has Deeley release. Bore diameter: left -.724, right – .724. Bore restrictions: left – .039 (extra full), right – .006 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .029, right – .030. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Cast: approx 1/2″ on. Weight: 6 lbs. 4 oz. LOP: 14″. Ivory bead sight. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain essentially all of a fine high quality re-blue. Action retains 30 – 40% orig color, vivid where protected, balance a pleasing pewter gray. Stocks retain nearly all of a glossy oil finish, with some light subsequent marks. Stock has had wood added to head at juncture with action on right side, and with similar repair, but smaller, toward bottom of left. It appears to have cracked longitudinally with repair pins transversely inset and disguised by checkering of side panels and grip. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are strong and in time. Trigger works. 50594-47 MGM108 (6,500-9,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3411

3412
$10,925.00

BEAUTIFULLY ENGRAVED AND GOLD INLAID PRUSSIAN DALY DIAMOND QUALITY HEAVY GAME GUN BY LINDNER.

SN 1432. (ca 1895) Cal. 12 ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. 30″ Dovetailed steel bbls are gold inlaid “Charles Daly Diamond Quality” on matted game rib. Breech ends are engraved for 1-1/4″ with exceptionally well cut full relief large open shaded scroll with floral terminations and highlights behind Witten Excelsior Steel logos. Bbl flats are stamped with German imperial nitro proofs for 12 ga. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with steel type, provisional proofs, and “HAL” (Lindner) crossed pistol logos. Case hardened, scallop-backed boxlock action has been coin finished, with pins gold plated, and features non-automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), pin type cocking indicators, hidden square crossbolt third fastener, side clips, intercepting safety sears, and gold-plated dbl triggers with finger blades checkered. Action is engraved with full coverage beautifully cut and finished large open flowing acanthus with floral accents, surrounding vignettes of dogs and game, realistically sculpted with major subjects well rendered in gold; trio of grouse (?) in open meadow on left, with a pair of snipe near small pond amongst conifers on right, and a pheasant, wings outstretched, struts into opening on bottom of action. A retriever startled by a sitting woodcock is in gold on trigger guard bow, and SN is engraved on tang. Beautifully marbled and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 15″ over brown Decelerator pad. Checkering is at grip. Matching long splinter ejector forend with inlet horn tip, has Deeley release. Bore diameter: left -.718, right – .719. Bore restrictions: left – .029 (full), right – .016 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .032, right – .028. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 3/8″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 15″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Fine, as partially refinished. Bbls retain nearly all of a high quality re-black. Action is cleaned to mostly coin finish with some hints of orig case hardening color which was never vivid, where well protected. Overall appearance is quite fine with excellent engraving, vibrant over darker silver background. Gold details somewhat muted. Stocks retain nearly all of a high quality hand rubbed oil finish, checkering competently re-cut. Pad is new. Bores are excellent. Action is very slightly loose. Bbls are a touch off face. Ejectors are in time. A very fine looking antique Daly. 50594-55 MGM105 (5,750-9,000) – Lot 3412

3413
$0.00

LIGHTWEIGHT PRUSSIAN DALY DIAMOND QUALITY GAME GUN BY LINDNER.

SN 1348. (ca 1894) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Dovetailed bbls are engraved “Charles Daly Diamond Quality” on matted game rib. Breech ends have Witten Excelsior Steel logos. Bbl flats are stamped with German imperial proofs for 12 ga. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with steel type and “HAL” (Lindner) crossed pistol logos. Case hardened, scallop-backed boxlock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), pin type cocking indicators, hidden square crossbolt third fastener, side clips, intercepting safety sears, and dbl triggers with finger blades checkered. Action is near fully engraved with well cut open shaded scroll within feather and geometric borders. “CHARLES DALY” is on each side of action. Scroll surrounds oval vignette of strutting pheasant behind fence line on trigger plate. A pair of grouse (?) is central theme on trigger guard bow. SN is on tip of tang. Nicely marbled and figured European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14″ over ribbed horn buttplate. Side panels are checkered and terminate in elongated drop points. Checkering at grip is of point pattern. Pistol grip is tipped by a horn button. A vacant silver oval is on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend with inlet horn tip, has Deeley release. Bore diameter: left -.728, right – .725. Bore restrictions: left – .032 (full), right – .014 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .029, right – .029. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 3 oz. LOP: 14″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very fine, as partially refinished. Bbls retain 60 – 70% of what appears to be orig blue, with some later darkening over light scattered pitting, and considerable hand wear. Action retains 30 – 40% orig color, vivid where protected, balance a pleasing pewter gray, with some light pinprick pitting on fences. Stocks retain nearly all of a very high quality hand rubbed oil finish, with some light subsequent marks, checkering competently re-cut. Bores are excellent, chambers appear to have been back bored. Action is tight. Ejectors are strong and in time. Sling swivels have been removed from bbls and buttstock. 50594-51 MGM107 (5,000-8,000) – Lot 3413

3414
$0.00

*FINELY ENGRAVED 20 GAUGE MERKEL 303E DETACHABLE SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN.

SN 34295. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26″ Demi-bloc bbls are fitted with solid, matted rib, and are marked “GEBRUDER MERKEL SUHL” and “GERMANY” on ejector bosses, which also have oak leaf and acorn engraving. Breech section of bottom bbl is stamped with DDR nitro proofs with proof date of 2/52. Coin finished double Kersten OU action features non-automatic safety (SAFE engraved), raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, detachable locks with takedown pin camouflaged with flap on left lockplate, as well as Miller single selective trigger. Action is engraved with near full coverage scrolling oak branches, leaves, and acorns, with some geometric borders. Lockplates are engraved with canine and bird scenes; left lock with setter pointing covey of quail running and taking flight as rabbit scurries off to the right. Right lockplate depicts a surprised dachshund, mouth agape, looking on as a fox bounds through brush and three pheasant flush. Oak leaf motif extends to blued steel trigger guard. Lightly streaked, and finely fiddle figured European walnut hard rubber capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over black leather covered pad, and features chinstrap transition to grip, which has multi-point pattern checkering with line borders on points. A vacant silver oval is on toe line. Matching 3-pc ejector forend has Deeley release. Bore diameter: top -.627, bottom – .626. Bore restrictions: top – .021 (mod), bottom – .007 (IC). Wall thickness: top – .027, bottom – .029. Drop at heel: 2-3/4″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. CONDITION: Fine, as refinished. Bbls retain 95% quality renewed black. Coin finish of action shows considerable cleaning with some remaining pits, most engraving still clear. Stocks retain nearly all of a well done hand rubbed oil finish, checkering competently re-cut. Bores are excellent, with evidence of dent removal about 12″ behind muzzle on bottom of bottom bbl. Action is tight. Ejectors are slightly out of time. Trigger works. A scarce small bore high end Merkel. 50482-3 MGM55 (10,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 3414

3415
$6,037.50

*MERKEL MODEL 303E SHOTGUN WITH CASE.

SN 95875. (1980) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Demi-bloc bbls fitted with matted solid rib, are engraved with large open shaded scroll at breech ends, left side marked “GEBR. MERKEL SUHL” “MADE IN GDR”. Coin finished, double Kersten, OU action is fitted with hand detachable side locks, and features automatic safety, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, and double triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved with near full coverage semi relief open shaded Germanic scroll with some scroll and geometric borders. There are floral highlights on reinforcing bolsters. Bottom of action is marked “GEBR. MERKEL”. Matching steel trigger guard is blued. Well figured and lightly marbled European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over checkered composition buttplate with Suhl logo. Closely spaced point pattern checkering is at grip which transitions with chinstrap to butt, which has right hand shadow line cheekpiece. Matching 3-pc ejector forend has Deeley release and engine turned iron. Bore diameter: top -.722, bottom – .722. Bore restrictions: top – .037 (full), bottom – .024 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-3/4″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Weight: 7 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Brown vinyl case is lined in green flocked foam and contains a key. CONDITION: Excellent, close to new, with only a very few handling marks in both wood and metal. Bores are excellent. Mechanically crisp. Case is fine. 50204-1 (5,000-8,000) – Lot 3415

3416
$7,475.00

*VERY FINE GOLD INLAID KRIEGHOFF MODEL 32 “CROWN” GRADE SHOTGUN WITH EXTRA BARRELS AND CASE.

SN 1043. Cal. 12 ga. Both sets of 30″ mono-bloc bbls are fitted with raised, ventilated ribs, and engraved with maker, model, and steel type on left sides of top bbls. SNs and proofs are on bottoms of mono-blocs. One bbl set matches action, the other is numbered “1343”. Blued flat sided action has had safety rendered inoperable, and features gold plated single selective trigger. Action is engraved with near full coverage well cut open shaded scroll surrounding vignettes of game birds and dogs with major subjects in semi-relief gold; on left side, a pointing setter with pointer honoring, watch a trio of grouse flush from small meadow, with deep forest in background. Right side depicts 4 pheasant, 3 flushing and one running across glade. Bottom of action has gold inlaid sovereign’s crown over “Krieghoff” “Model 32″ in gold. Nicely flame figured American walnut capped pistol grip Monte Carlo buttstock measures 14” over black open sided white line pad. An aftermarket silver grip cap has relief scroll flanking circular Texas Trapshooters Assn Zone IV medallion. Checkering on side panels and grip are of skip line type. Matching beavertail type forend has Deeley type release. 1043 BBL SET: Bore diameter: top -.721, bottom – .720. Bore restrictions: top – .038 (full), bottom – .032 (full). Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at rear of Monte Carlo: 1-13/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 8 lbs. 15 oz. LOP: 14″. 1343 BBL SET: Bore diameter: top -.729, bottom – .729. Bore restrictions: top – .022 (mod), bottom – .010 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at rear of Monte Carlo: 1-13/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 8 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14″. Brown leather case is lined in green variegated cloth, and contains two keys. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, showing relatively little use, with only a few handling marks in all finishes. Varnish is lifting at top of grip on left side, and there are some compressions on right side of butt. Second set of bbls fit well, but tight. Ejectors are slightly out of time. Trigger works. Case is excellent. 50594-85 MGM83 (8,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 3416

3417
$0.00

*EXQUISITE FREDERICK WILHELM HEYM HIGH RELIEF ENGRAVED GAME GUN.

SN 32604. Cal. 16 ga. 27-1/2″ (70 cm) bbl., 2-3/4″ chambers, full length matted tappered rib with brass front bead. Blued double triggers (front trigger is articulated), automatic ejectors, non-automatic safety. Fabulously figured dark grained capped pistol grip European walnut buttstock with curved comb, checkered with carved teardrops behind sidelocks and flowing flame pattern. Buttstock is finished with a thin “DECELERATOR” brand pad. Pistol grip cap is finely scalloped horn with engraved screw head. Splinter forearm is near fully checkered with Curtis push button plunger release and engraved escutcheon at center. Checkering on forearm in flame pattern towards muzzle and at breech and very finely elongated triangle at escutcheon. Receiver is fabulously deep relief engraved in full coverage oak leaf and game scene pattern. Cocking indicators towards bottom of sidelocks well integrated into engraving. Left lockplate with goose, 2 superbly executed foxes and 2 ducks in marsh scene surrounded by well-cut oak leaf. Right side of frame with 2 Pointers and 2 quail (?) in wood scene surrounded by full oak leaf coverage. Bottom of action with 2 woodcock in flight in deep relief, again surrounded by full oak leaf pattern and receiver is scalloped. Trigger guard bow is fully engraved with leaping rabbit and deep cut oak leaf pattern with SN and light leaf and scroll pattern noted at tang. Fences are deep chiseled in oak leaf relief and top of frame in punch dot shaded pattern and top tang with geometric design and oak leaf border pattern. Top lever is fully engraved and pierced oak leaf and acorn at thumb push. Bore diameter: left – .665, right – .666. Bore restrictions: left – .012 (IMP/CYL), right – .005 (IMP/CYL). Minimum wall thickness: left – .035, right – .026 . Weight: 6 lbs. 1 oz. Drop at comb: 1-1/2″, drop at heel: 3-1/8″. LOP: 14-7/16″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine as restored. Bbls retain nearly all of a professional quality restored rust blued finish. Engraving has not been lost or washed in any way. Bottom rib with 2 tiny screws where a sling swivel mount once existed. Receiver is excellent and retains nearly all of its expertly restored coin finish with minute evidence of staining. Buttstock and forearm are exceptional as restored and retain nearly all of their hand rubbed finish. Beginnings of grain separation behind left lock and at back of top tang, though it is very minor and nearly imperceptible . Checkering is crisp and sharp. A small ebony plug at toe of stock where sling swivel mount once hung. Trigger guard and top lever are near mint and retain nearly all of their restored blued finish. Mechanics are crisp. Bores are bright and shiny, near mirror. Gun is tight on face. Stunning example of post-war workmanship. 50594-43 JSL (9,000-14,000) C&R – Lot 3417

3418
$4,600.00

*SEMPERT & KRIEGHOFF SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN.

SN 10450. Cal. 16 ga. 29-1/2″ Dovetailed bbls fitted with raised, matted rib, are engraved “Sempert & Krieghoff” and “Suhl” on tops. Bbl flats are stamped with 1925 German imperial nitro proofs. Coin finished sidelock action is stocked to the fences, and features non-automatic safety (SICHER engraved), hidden crossbolt third fastener, side clips, raised rib tumbler end cocking indicators, and double triggers (front articulated). Action is engraved with near full coverage well cut, open, shaded scroll mimicking H&H pattern. “Sempert & Krieghoff Suhl” is in arched banner on each lockplate. Trigger guard is of steel. Nicely figured European walnut slightly hog-backed horn capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over basket-weave horn buttplate, and features inlet horn diamond drop points, multi-point pattern checkering at grip, right hand shadow line cheekpiece, and a vacant silver oval on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend has small inlet ebony tip, and Deeley release. Bore diameter: left -.667, right – .666. Bore restrictions: left – .032 (full), right – .018 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .022, right – .022. Drop at heel: 3-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs. 9 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. CONDITION: Fine as refinished. Bbls retain nearly all of a satin re-blue, matting of ribs slightly softened. Action cleaned to coin finish, and remains an even silver gray. Stocks retain essentially all of a fine hand rubbed oil finish, sharp edges slightly rounded, checkering re-cut. Bores are excellent, with one or two scattered light pits. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are out of time. A top of the line gun from this very highly regarded German maker. 50725-1 MGM188 (5,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 3418

3419
$13,800.00

*DAINTY AND RARE 28 GAUGE MODEL 40E BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY J.P. SAUER.

SN 141541. Cal. 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26″ Shoe lump bbls with concave, matted game rib, are engraved “J. P. SAUER & SON” on tops, with steel type around breech ends. Bbl flats are stamped with usual early Sauer markings of crowns, “W”, caveman logos, and “PRUSSIA”. Case hardened, small sized, scallop-backed, boxlock action features non-automatic safety (SAFE engraved), crossbolt third fastener, side clips, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with especially well rendered large relief scrolling acanthus surrounding game scenes; pair of ducks on left, trio of pheasant on right, and cranes on bottom. “J. P. Sauer & Son” is in scrolled riband on each side. Blued trigger guard has pair of quail on bow, and SN at grip. High quality newly made straight grip buttstock is of well streaked and nicely figured European walnut, and measures 15″ over checkered wood butt. Grip and side panels are finely checkered. Orig splinter ejector forend has inset nicely shaped horn tip, and Deeley release. Bore diameter: left -.554, right – .554. Bore restrictions: left – .030 (full), right – .017 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .026, right – .030. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Neutral cast. Weight: 5 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 15″. CONDITION: Very fine, as partially refurbished. Bbls retain nearly all of a fine quality rust re-blue. Action retains most of its orig case hardening color, silvered on bottom from normal hand wear. Newly made buttstock is excellent with a few very light handling marks. Orig forend refinished, checkering lightly worn. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. This light and lively gun would be ideal for quail or woodcock. 50478-1 MGM28 (8,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 3419

3420
$6,900.00

*EXCEPTIONAL J. P. SAUER MODEL 18 “MEISTERWERK” GOLD INLAID PIGEON/ HEAVY GAME GUN WITH TWO SETS OF BARRELS AND CASE.

SN 179756/7. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. (Extractors are stamped “70”.) Two sets of chopper lump bbls, one 26-3/4″ and the other 29-1/2″, are fitted with slightly raised, matted, pigeon ribs with faux ivory beads. Square shouldered dolls head rib extensions are gold inlaid “I” and “II”, and per Sauer practice, each bbl set has its own SN. 29-1/2″ Bbl (I), are SN 179756, and 26-3/4″ (II) are “179757”. Rear portions of ribs are semi-relief engraved with perched pigeons. Milled out portions are engraved with agent’s name, “Ad. Voelker, Buenos Aires, San Martin 379.” Tops of each bbl are marked with Krupp three ring logos and steel type. Breech ends are engraved with 1-1/2″ very well cut, shaded scroll, and “J. P. Sauer & Sohn, Suhl”. Bbl flats are stamped with pre WWI vintage German imperial proofs. Coin finished, scallop-backed, boxlock action has safety blocked to prevent accidental engagement when target shooting. It also features Greener crossbolt third fastener, side clips, vented breeches, raised rib cocking indicators on sides, and dbl triggers with checkered blades (front trigger “loose” to prevent bumping trigger finger). Action is engraved with near full coverage of an exceptionally well cut mix of sprawling oak leaves with shaded scroll background. This unusual treatment surrounds wonderfully detailed scenes of flying pigeons on each side of action. Pigeons are gold inlaid in full relief, and they fly through a background of nicely rendered branches and foliage. “J. P. Sauer & Sohn” is at the bottom of each side. Fences are deeply relief carved in foliate manner. Spaces between leaves are gold inlaid with acanthus accents. Blued top lever and trigger guard have matching oak leaves and scroll. SN is at grip, which is double numbered with the last two digits of extra set of bbls. Dark and dense European walnut straight grip buttstock has striking whorled marbling, and some fine figure. It measures 14-3/4″ over open sided Pachmayr white line pad which appears to be fitted to orig curve. Flat top point pattern checkering with mullered borders is at grip. A vacant silver oval is on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend fits both bbl sets, has inset schnabeled horn tip, and Deeley release. Bbl set “I”: Bore diameter: left – .722, right -.722. Bore restrictions: left -.020 (Mod), right -.012 (lt mod). Wall thickness: left -.032, right -.035. Drop at heel: 2-1/16″, drop at comb: 1-11/16″. Weight: 7 lbs. 13 oz. LOP: 14-3/4″. Bbl set “II”: Bore diameter: left – .732, right -.735. Bore restrictions: left -.009 (IC), right -.005 (IC). Wall thickness: left -.022, right -.026. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Weight: 7 lbs. 5 oz. LOP: 14-3/4″. Possibly orig, old high quality oak and leather case with shaped brass corners and central German silver rectangle, is lined in purple velvet. Case has space for action and both sets of bbls. Case contains a round H&H marked oil bottle and old ebony handled “bow tie” set of turnscrews,. CONDITION: Good, as refinished. Bbls retain nearly all of a fine quality rust blue, engraving slightly softened. Action has been cleaned to coin finish, engraving still very fine, slightly softened, especially on bottom. Stocks retain nearly all of an old hand rubbed oil finish, a bit dry, with some light marks. Bores are very fine, lightly frosted, with some light scratches. Action is very slightly loose with both bbl sets. Bbls are slightly off face. Ejectors are in time. Trigger pulls are light. Case leather is dark, with many heavy scuffs and rubs. Handle is detached, with hardware in case. Replacement straps are good. Interior cloth is good, with many rubs and compressions. Action area has some missing blocks and other rubs. 50448-1 (6,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 3420

3421
$1,035.00

*HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION J. P. SAUER BOXLOCK GAME GUN.

SN 3001. Cal. 12 ga. 28-3/8″ Shoe lump bbls with raised, matted, flat rib are stamped with Sauer name and address, steel type, and “MADE IN GERMANY” on tops. Bbl flats are stamped with 1952 East German proofs. Case hardened, boxlock action has automatic safety, crossbolt third fastener, side clips, pin type cocking indicators, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with line borders and a few swirls of very simple scroll. Trigger plate is marked “ORIGINAL” “SAUER” around caveman logo. Plain European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over Sauer embossed hard rubber buttplate, and features right hand cheekpiece, simple point pattern checkering, and a sling loop on toe line matching that on bbls. Matching splinter forend has Deeley release. Bore diameter: left -.722, right – .720. Bore restrictions: left – .045 (extra full), right – .033 (full). Drop at heel:2-5/8″ , drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. CONDITION: Excellent, very close to new, but does show some evidence of firing, and has some silvering and darkening of fences and sharp edges. Mechanically excellent. 51087-8 MGM303 (1,000-1,500) C&R – Lot 3421

3422
$6,900.00

*BEAUTIFULLY FINISHED AND ENGRAVED BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY F. DUMOULIN.

SN 94820. (1930) Cal. 20 ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. 27-5/8″ Dovetailed bbls are engraved “Fs Dumoulin & Co Liege” on unmatted portion of slightly raised, narrow game rib. There are four 1-1/2″ triangles of well cut scroll at breech ends. Bbl flats are stamped with 1930 Belgian nitro proofs for 2-1/2″ chambers. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with SN, steel and choke information. Coin finished, scallop backed, boxlock action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), hidden crossbolt third fastener, side clips, reinforcing beads, and dbl triggers (front articulated). Fences are arcaded. Action is engraved with full coverage exceptionally well cut varying sized open shaded scroll surrounding detailed vignettes of dogs and game; setter and pointer in various poses on each side, with same setter and pointer in oval vignette on trigger plate. A pheasant flies across bottom of action. A pair of snipe fly across top lever, and pair of ducks are on trigger guard bow. This truly fine engraving is signed “H Leuhers Graveur Liege” on trigger plate. SN is on tang. Strikingly marbled, and nicely figured, flesh toned European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/16″ over checkered wood butt. Fancy pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.639, right – .637. Bore restrictions: left – .037 (full), right – .036 (full). Wall thickness: left – .027, right – .028. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/4″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 5 lbs. 13 oz. LOP: 14-3/16″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain nearly all of what appears to be orig blue, but is possibly a very high quality re-blue, with a number of light subsequent marks. Action retains nearly all of its french gray finish with only sharp edges brightening to silver. Orig blue of top lever, trigger guard, and forend iron, are also excellent with just a hint of silvering. Stocks retain nearly all of a hand rubbed oil refinish with a few light marks. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. A fast handling, light weight, beautifully embellished gun. 50594-54 MGM230 (5,500-9,500) C&R – Lot 3422

3423
$9,775.00

*NICELY MADE DEFOURNY SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER OVER-UNDER FOUR BARREL FOUR GAUGE SHOTGUN SET WITH CASE.

SN NSN. (ca 1956 ?) Cal. 12 ga, 20 ga, 28 ga, .410. This undoubtedly very expensive when made, finely crafted gun has four sets of nicely proportioned demi-bloc bbls with hand matted, ventilated ribs, ivory mid-beads, gold inlaid with gauge at breech ends. Breech ends are fully engraved for the first 2-1/2″ with oak leaves and acorns. Left sides of bbls are engraved “A. Jos. Defourny Herstal” and with steel type, “IMPERIAL CROWN GRADE” and “MADE IN BELGIUM FOR CONTINENTAL ARMS CORPORATION N.Y.” Bottoms of bbls are stamped with Belgian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers (.410 bbls stamped for 3″ chambers). Each bbl set has its own 3-pc ejector forend with gauge markings stamped onto top of joint. Coin finished, sideplated boxlock OU action features non-automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold) and single selective trigger. Action is engraved with near full coverage large open acanthus scroll with attenuated scrolling highlights surrounding game scenes; trio of ducks on trigger plate, setter and pointer surprised by pair of pheasant on left plate, with possibly the same pointer and setter pointing and honoring a trio of ducks flushing from marsh, on right plate. Fences are engraved with oak leaves matching bbls, and a gold crown is inlaid on top lever. Trigger guard bow portrays a calling auerhahn. Lightly streaked and figured European walnut steel capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14″ over checkered steel buttplate, and features fancy pattern, closely spaced checkering at grip, and a vacant silver shield toward rear of toe line. As mentioned before, each bbl set has its own 3-pc matching EJECTOR forend. 12 ga bbls: Bore diameter: top -.720, bottom – .720. Bore restrictions: top – .027 (Imod), bottom – .018 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-3/4″, drop at comb: 1-11/16″. Cast: approx 5/8″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 0 oz. LOP: 14″. 20 ga BBLS: Bore diameter: top -.625, bottom – .624. Bore restrictions: top – .023 (Imod), bottom – .013 (mod). 28 ga BBLS: Bore diameter: top -.545, bottom – .547. Bore restrictions: top – .025 (full), bottom – .028 (full). .410 BBLS: Bore diameter at muzzles: top -.390 (full?), bottom – .396 (mod?). Weight: 7 lbs. 0 oz. LOP: 14″. Specially made oak and leather case with shaped brass corners and rectangular central medallion, is lined in green cloth, with space for action and all four sets of bbls. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain approx 95% orig blue. Action retains essentially all of its bright coin finish. Stocks show a few light scratches and marks in its orig hand rubbed oil finish, perhaps with some oil added to butt, as it is a bit glossier than forends. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Mechanically excellent. Case leather is considerably darkened with numerous rubs and scuffs, and water damage at one end. Handle is detached, straps missing. Interior cloth is fine with compressions and rubs, and some light soiling. 51050-2 MGM291 (5,000-8,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3423

3424
$0.00

*SUPERB QUALITY SIDELOCK EJECTOR HEAVY GAME GUN BY GALAND.

SN 23909. (1925) Cal. 12 ga. 3-3/8″ Chambers. A classic example of why one should buy the gun and not the name, this exceptionally well made Belgian shotgun has 28-3/8″ dovetailed steel bbls, which are very finely struck. They are fitted with slightly raised, hand matted, concave game rib with small area unmatted and engraved “Galand Ft Bte”. Bbl flats are stamped with 1925 Belgian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Bottoms of bbls are marked with SN and “Compressed Steel”. Robust, case hardened, sidelock action features non-automatic safety (S inlaid in gold), hidden third fastener, bushed strikers, slightly reinforced bar, and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action and lockplates are engraved with near full coverage exceptionally well cut large scrolling acanthus with floral highlights in a background of small shaded scroll within some geometric borders, on lockplates. Engravers signature “H Corombolle” is on trigger plate. Blued top lever and trigger guard are also scroll engraved. SN is on trigger guard tang. Finely fiddle figured and lightly streaked European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over checkered wood butt with hard rubber heel and toe plates on nicely matched 1-9/16″ lengthening piece. Well cut, flat top, borderless checkering is at grip, and individual gold initials “JM” are inlet on toe line. Matching splinter, ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.730, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .025 (Imod), right – .011 (lt mod). Wall thickness: left – .028, right – .026. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/8″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain over 90% orig blue with numerous light marks and scratches, some a bit deep. Action retains 70 – 80% orig case hardening color, silvering on beads, thinning on bottom. Lockplates retain nearly all of their color. Top lever is slightly silvered at thumbpiece. Blue of trigger guard is thinning a bit on bow, and lightly silvered on tang. Stocks retain nearly all of a hand rubbed oil finish applied at time of fitting of lengthening piece, which is blended into orig finish toward action. Checkering lightly worn. Bores are excellent with some slight striations. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. A lovely robust gun. 50594-45 MGM222 (7,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 3424

3425
$0.00

*FINE QUALITY BELGIAN OVER-UNDER SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN RETAILED BY RASETTI OF BUENOS AIRES.

SN 25709. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 27-1/8″ Demi-bloc bbls are fitted with narrow, matted, solid rib. Bottom bbl is stamped with 1960 Belgian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Coin finished, reduced profile, round bodied, sideplated boxlock action features non-automatic safety (S inlaid in gold) and single selective trigger. Action and sideplates are engraved with 80 – 90% coverage nicely shaded open scroll. Top lever pivot is relief engraved “RASETTI BUENOS AIRES”. Nicely fiddle figured and well marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/16″ over checkered wood butt, and features diamond hand with point pattern checkering. Matching 3-pc ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: top -.630, bottom – .631. Bore restrictions: top – .002 (skeet), bottom – .000 (skeet). Wall thickness: top – .020, bottom – .022. Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 5 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 14-3/16″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain approx 95% of what appears to be orig blue, with some light marks and rubs. Coin finish of action remains bright. Stocks retain nearly all of a fine quality hand rubbed oil refinish, checkering freshened. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Trigger works. 50594-53 MGM232 (6,500-10,000) C&R – Lot 3425

3426
$0.00

*SUPREME QUALITY BUT ELEGANTLY UNDERSTATED, SIDELOCK EJECTOR GAME OR PIGEON GUN BY J. PIRE OF ANTWERP.

SN P.1K462. Cal. 12 ga. 3″ Chambers. 28″ Chopper lump bbls are gold inlaid “J. Pire & Company Anvers” on unmatted portion of slightly raised, concave game rib. Bbl flats are stamped with Belgian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Blued sidelock action with reinforcing bolsters, also features non-automatic safety (S inlaid in gold), hidden third fastener, bushed strikers, and dbl triggers (front articulated). Action and lockplates are engraved with line and small scroll borders. Fences are deeply engraved with an arcade of acanthus scroll and geometric motifs. Gun is “2” of a pair with “2” inlaid in gold on top lever. Nicely streaked, and lightly figured, dense European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over Silver type pad, and features nicely carved, scalloped drop points, well cut point pattern checkering with line borders at grip, and a vacant silver oval on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend has gold-plated internals and Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.716, right – .718. Bore restrictions: left – .032 (full), right – .025 (Imod). Wall thickness: left – .036, right – .038. Drop at heel: 1-15/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain over 95% of what appears to be orig blue, with a few light marks and scratches, and some flecking on right. Action and lockplates retain over 90% of their orig blue; action silvered on beads and fences. Blue of trigger guard is silvering at grip. Stocks retain essentially all of a very fine hand rubbed oil refinish, checkering cleanly freshened. Pad is new. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. 50594-44 MGM226 (4,500-7,500) C&R – Lot 3426

3427
$0.00

*EARLY MERKEL STYLE PIOTTI OVER-UNDER SKEET GUN SPECIALLY BUILT FOR KONRAD WIRNHIER OF GERMANY, GOLD MEDAL WINNER IN SKEET COMPETITION AT 1972 OLYMPICS.

SN 4769. (1959) Cal. 12 ga. 3″ Chambers. 27-1/2″ Mono-bloc bbls with center line matted broad ventilated rib are engraved “Wirnhier Spezial Skeet 68″ on top left. Bottom of mono-bloc is marked with 1959 Italian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Coin finished early Piotti Merkel type OU action features non-automatic safety (SIGURA engraved), dbl Kersten top fastener, H&H style hand detachable sidelocks, and single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with full coverage large open acanthus scroll with floral highlights. Blued top lever has pierced thumbpiece. Trigger guard has SN at grip. Well marbled and lightly figured European walnut rosewood capped pistol grip Monte Carlo buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over black Decelerator pad. Closely spaced point pattern checkering is at grip. A vacant gold oval is at rear of toe line. Matching 3-pc ejector forend has Deeley release. Bore diameter: top -.729 flared, bottom – .731 flared. Wall thickness: top – .020, bottom – .026. Drop at heel: 2-15/16″, drop at rear of Monte Carlo: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Cast: approx 1/8″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14-1/2”. Gun is housed in an old Gun Guard plastic case with owners name “C. E. Ward” on aluminum plate under handle. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain nearly all of what appears to be a good quality re-blue, engraving softened. Coin finish of action is still bright. Stocks retain nearly all of what appears to be an old oil refinish, checkering lightly worn. Bores are excellent. Action is a bit loose when opened, tight with bbls on face when closed. “Under” ejector is “live”. Trigger seems to work. Forend latch is bent out, and needs attention before much shooting is done. Case is good. 51050-1 MGM265 (4,000-7,000) C&R – Lot 3427

3428
$4,600.00

*EXCEPTIONAL HIGH QUALITY SIDEPLATED BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN BY FAUKNER OF PRAGUE WITH EXCEPTIONAL CARVED FENCES.

SN 3116. Cal. 16 ga. 2-9/16″ Chambers. 28-1/2″ Dovetailed bbls with slightly raised, matted, game rib are engraved “F. Faukner & Cie” and “Prague” on tops. Bbl flats are stamped with 1913 Prague proofs, steel type, and “JEN PRO BROKY”. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with remnants of what appear to be Belgian proofs with small steel logos and large steel logo with spread eagle. Boxlock action with interesting short spear pointed sideplates features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), hidden square crossbolt third fastener, side clips, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with near full coverage minuscule scroll with rose bouquet highlights, sideplates with baskets of flowers. Fences are beautifully carved in foliate acanthus style in small scroll background. Makers name and address are at center of blued floorplate. Blued trigger guard has somewhat large scroll and more rose bouquets. Finely marbled and figured flesh toned European walnut steel capped pistol grip buttstock measures 13-7/8″ over checkered wood butt with engraved steel heel and toe plates. Stock also features right hand shadow line cheekpiece, nicely carved drop points, and point pattern checkering with line borders at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.657, right – .658. Bore restrictions: left – .031 (full), right – .033 (full). Wall thickness: left – .030, right – .029. Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 1 oz. LOP: 13-7/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain 85 – 90% orig blue, with considerable flecking overall, most prevalent on left bbl toward breech. Action retains 85% orig case hardening color, pleasingly silvered on fences and beads. Blued sideplates and floorplate retain nearly all of their finish. Top lever and trigger guard are lightly silvered. Stocks retain over 90% of what appears to be their orig finish with numerous marks and dents, associated with moderate field use. Checkering is lightly worn. Sling eyes have been removed from bbl and butt, with hole remaining in butt. Bottom rib has plug screws. Bores are excellent with some light striations. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. 50594-42 MGM229 (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 3428

3429
$575.00

BRACE OF GERMAN UNDERLEVER HAMMER GUNS, ONE DOUBLE SHOTGUN BY G. L. RASCH, AND A CAPE GUN BY S. KNOP.

SN NSN/NSN. Cal. 16 ga. Rasch has 30-3/4″ Bernard Damascus bbls with makers name and address on top rib. Round bodied action with forward pivoting underlever has integral forend. Action is deeply engraved with scrolling acanthus around semi-relief game scenes, including roe buck stag, boar, and ass. Scrolled trigger guard is relief engraved with monogram “EH”. Trigger guard extension is of scrolled horn. Nicely figured walnut stock measures 14-1/4″ over thick checkered horn buttplate. Cal. 16 x 43 Mauser. (?) Cape Gun by Knop has 29-5/8″ twist bbls with makers name and “Hameln” (Pied Piper town) inlaid in silver on rib, and is fitted with U-notch rear sight. Round bodied forward pivoting underlever action with back locks has captive forend. Action and locks are engraved with large open scroll. Scrolled trigger guard has horn grip extension. Lightly streaked walnut stock with right hand cheekpiece measures 13-1/2″ over steel buttplate. CONDITION: Both guns are good to very good with traces of orig finish on bbls. Actions, etc are mostly gray patina. Wood has many marks and dings in what appears to be orig finish. Stock of Rasch has cracked through action area. Bores are fair to good, somewhat pitted. 50458-4 MGM289 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 3429

3430
$20,700.00

*INCREDIBLE KRIEGHOFF “NEPTUN PRIMUS” MEISTERWERK DRILLING WITH SPECTACULAR DEEP RELIEF GAME SCENES, ACANTHUS SCROLL WITH THISTLE HIGHLIGHTS, AND CASE.

SN 80010. Cal. 12 ga x 12 ga x 30-06. 25″ Mono-bloc bbls are fitted with full length flat matted rib holding pop-up U-notch rear and silver bead sourdough front, sights. Rear portions of bbls are engraved with relief scrolling acanthus. Bbl flats are stamped with German nitro proofs. Bottom bbl is marked with importers name and address (Melvin J. Hunting). Bottom of front lump has deep relief engraved thistle bloom. Coin finished, sideplated, Blitz action features sliding rifle cocking button on top tang, along with shotgun type safety at left. Other features include pin type cocking indicators, crossbolt third fastener, bushed strikers, and dbl triggers (front set). Action is nicely filed with pierced scroll top lever thumbpiece and reinforcing bolsters. Action is relief carved with full coverage very well executed scroll, with thistle foliage accents, and thistle bloom highlights. Background is nicely stippled. Bottom of action is engraved “KRIEGHOFF” “NEPTUN” on ribbon. Sideplates are also deep relief carved with game scenes, featuring a sounder (4) of hogs in various poses at edge of forest on left side; and with roe deer, one buck, two does, entering forest from small clearing, on right. This fine engraving is signed on bottom right side action “Schmidt R”. Steel trigger guard has thistle engraving to match. Spectacular, brightly fiddle figured, nicely streaked and marbled European walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over black composition buttplate with Krieghoff logo, and features hog-backed comb, slim shadow line right hand cheekpiece, flared rosewood grip cap, and closely spaced point pattern checkering with line borders at grip. A sling loop matching that soldered to bottom bbl, is on toe line. Matching splinter forend has Deeley type release. Bore diameter: left -.716, right – .716. Bore restrictions: left – .024 (IMod), right – .012 (Mod). Drop at heel: approx 2-5/8″, drop at comb: approx 1-9/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 15 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Tan leather case has green canvas outer cover, and is lined in green velvet with brown leather Kriefhoff pocket in lid. Case contains bags for action and bbls, and some cleaning oils. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, near new, with only a few light handling and assembly marks in all of its factory finishes on wood and metal, appears essentially unfired, except for proof. Case leather is excellent, with some minor rubs. Outer cover is also rubbed. Interior cloth is very fine with some light soiling and compressions. Label is beginning to lose some printing. 50594-103 MGM75 (17,500-27,500) C&R – Lot 3430

3431
$0.00

*SEMPERT & KRIEGHOFF “TRUMPF” BLITZ ACTION DRILLING WITH SCOPE.

SN 21896. Cal. 16 ga x 16 ga x 7x57R. 2-1/2″ Chambers. 23-5/8″ Bbls are fitted with full length, flat, matted rib holding pop-up U-notch rear sight. Dovetailed scope bases are screwed on. Bbl flats are stamped with Nazi era German proofs with proof date of 6/44. Coin finished blitz action features rear side safety, Krieghoff sliding rifle cocking mechanism on top tang, pin type cocking indicators, crossbolt third fastener, side clips, bushed shotgun strikers, and dbl triggers (front set). Action is engraved with 50% coverage well cut scroll surrounding game scenes; red stag on left side, and roe buck on right. Makers name and grade are in arched device on bottom of action. Lightly figured and streaked European walnut starburst horn capped pistol grip buttstock measures 13-3/4″ over ribbed horn buttplate, and features right hand cheekpiece and skip line point pattern checkering at grip. Matching splinter forend has Deeley release. Unertl 2-1/2 X (?) scope with crosshair reticle is in aluminum rings. Bore diameter: left -.667, right – .667. Bore restrictions: left – .032 (full), right – .028 (Imod). Wall thickness: left – .040, right – .033. Cast: neutral. Weight with scope: 7 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 13-3/4″. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain approx 80% of what appears to be orig blue, thinning overall, with numerous light marks. French grey of action is excellent with silver highlights. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their orig finish with numerous marks and light scratches, checkering slightly worn. Shotgun bores are very fine, right lightly frosted. Rifle bore is fine with one or two pits toward breech end. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. There are a number of additional holes drilled in rib, and there are some incipient stress cracks in bbl channel of forend, as well as one 2-1/2″ long crack at center rear of butt on right side. 50746-1 MGM244 (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 3431

3433
$0.00

*UNUSUAL SMALL BORE GEORG KNAAK BOXLOCK EJECTOR DRILLING.

SN 4408. Cal. 20 x 20 x 25/35 WIN (?). 2-3/4″ chambers. 26-3/8″ Bbls with full length slightly raised matted rib have pop-up U-notch rear sight, and silver bead front. Milled out portion of rib is engraved “Deutsche Waffenfabrik Georg Knaak, Berlin S.W. 48″. Bbl flats are stamped with German imperial proofs for 20 ga. Rifle bbl is stamped for caliber 6.5 x 52 (25/35 Winchester ?). (No proof date found) Coin finished, ogee backed, boxlock action features Greener type side safety, rifle/ shotgun selector on tang, pin type cocking indicators, crossbolt third fastener, side clips, and dbl triggers (front set). Action is engraved in well cut typical Germanic scrolling acanthus with shaded background surrounding well done vignettes of game animals; a fox on left, roe buck and doe on right, and a red stag and hind on trigger plate. A running rabbit is on trigger guard bow. Dense, fiddle figured and lightly streaked European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over red Old English pad, and features small shadow line right hand cheekpiece, diamond hand with inlet horn drop points, and point pattern checkering, as well as a steel trap cartridge holder on toe line with scroll engraving matching that of action, and with the head of a roebuck. Matching splinter ejector forend has Deeley release. Bore diameter: left -.630, right – .629. Bore restrictions: left – .030 (full), right – .021 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .030, right – .029. Drop at heel: approx 2-1/2″, drop at comb: approx 1-7/16″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 0 oz. LOP: 14-1/2”. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain approx 90 – 95% of what appears to be orig blue, with some scattered flecking, thinning a bit on sides. Action retains nearly all of its french grey, brightened on beads and fences. Stocks retain essentially all of a very well done hand rubbed oil finish, details sharpened, checkering re-cut, pad new. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are slightly out of time. An exceptionally fine scarce small bore drilling; the addition of ejectors is extraordinary. 50594-41 MGM242 (5,500-8,500) C&R – Lot 3433

3434
$69,000.00

FANTASTIC, INCREDIBLY RARE 8 BORE PARKER “B” GRADE TOP LEVER HAMMER GUN IN EXCEPTIONALLY FINE ORIGINAL CONDITION WITH CASE.

SN 77111. Cal. 8 ga. 3-1/4″ Chambers. This extremely rare (2 estimated) high grade big bore Parker has 34″ fine Damascus bbls with concave game rib marked with standard Parker name and address, along with “DAMASCUS STEEL”. Bbl flats are stamped with all correct markings, including patent dates, grade number, weight (8 lbs 14 oz), and bbl material (D). Bottom of rear lump is stamped with frame size (7). SN is on left side of lightly damascened lump. Robust action with fishtail top lever has deeply sculpted fences, reinforcing beads, and check hook. Action is fitted with standard type bar locks with flat faced hammers with tall spurs. Action is further filed with elongated teats on fences, and secondary bead at bottoms of fences. Action and lockplates are engraved with near full coverage small scroll within geometric and scroll borders surrounding small vignettes of dogs and game birds; finely detailed pair of setters on left lockplates pointing a pair of rising snipe at rear of plate. Right plate depicts a pair of pointing pointers with pair of quail (?) flushing at rear of plate. Bottom of action depicts a bounding stag with boulders in background in circular vignette. A dogs head is on trigger plate which is also engraved with 1875 patent date. Another running stag is on trigger guard bow. Bodies of hammers and top lever are engraved with tapering scroll. Finely marbled, and wonderfully figured European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over engraved skeleton buttplate, with central checkering within wide border. Grip checkering is of fancy outline, and has nicely mullered borders. There are nicely shaped lozenge drop points behind lockplates, and a vacant gold shield is at top of grip. Hard rubber grip cap has large gold central oval. Matching splinter forend has nicely filed steel tip, and typical release engraved with patent dates. This fine gun matches all specifications as listed in PARKER IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. Bore diameter: left -.860, right – .860. Bore restrictions: left – .090 (full), right – .108 (full). Wall thickness: left – .060, right – .070. Drop at heel: 3-3/8″, drop at comb: 2-1/8″. Weight: 12 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. Undoubtedly orig, most likely American made case with riveted-on brass corners, has central brass rectangle engraved “P. Roberts Jr. Philadelphia” (a quick google search indicates Mr. Roberts was an engineer, of some sort). Interior is lined in light green baize, and contains a very large BGI beech and brass cleaning rod, with associated large mops, turks heads, lead removers, and wad devil, in plastic box. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, original, as found. Bbls retain well over 90% orig brown, with excellent definition to pattern, with some areas of splotchy oxidation, and some light scratches, and some darkening, mostly at normal carry point. Action and lockplates retain approx 90% of their orig case hardening color, the majority, especially in protected areas, is vibrant. This fine color thins to silver and gray at bottom of action with considerable silvering on bottom beads, which also have some light oxidation. Hinge pin and check hook pins retain nearly all of their brilliant, almost opalescent, fire blue. Trigger guard retains most of its orig bright blue. Stocks retain nearly all of their orig rubbed oil finish, grain slightly raised, with a number of light marks, nicks, and some white paint. Checkering is lightly worn and dark. Skeleton steel buttplate is exceptional and retains most of its bright original blue with some spotting. Bores are excellent, bright and shiny, but with some very light longitudinal scratches, and a hint of frosting at breech end of right bbl. Action is very tight. Bbls are on face. Locks are crisp. Case leather is still relatively light in color, but shows some moisture damage. Renewed strap and handle anchors are excellent. Orig interior felt is fine, with some light soiling and rubs. Accessories are fine. It is hard to imagine the existence of a finer big bore American shotgun; All are scarce, high grade examples exceedingly rare. THE PARKER STORY lists two 8 bore top lever hammer guns, along with 2 hammerless 8 bores, in grade 5, and no 8 bores in grades 6 or 7, yielding a rarity factor for this wonderful gun akin to the “Invincible” grade. Factory records indicate this gun was made for the Columbian Exposition. After being exhibited it was shipped to Tryon & Co in Philadelphia. 50616-1 (80,000-140,000) – Lot 3434

3435
$48,300.00

*STELLAR, AWARD WINNING PARKER AAHE SHOTGUN IN HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION, WITH UNUSUAL SMALL SCROLL ENGRAVING, AND CASE.

SN 220552. Cal. 12 ga. 2-1/2″ Chambers. 1-1/2 Frame. 30″ Bbls are engraved “PARKER BROS MAKERS. MERIDEN. CT. U.S.A. PEERLESS STEEL” on matted, concave top rib, ivory bead. There are 2-1/2″ triangles of well cut small scroll engraving at breech ends. There is 1/8″ band of geometric engraving around muzzles. Bbl flats have all correct markings including proofs, weight, Peerless steel marks, as well as SN, gauge, and frame size, on rear lump. Front lump and top of loop are damascened. Typical case hardened action with engine turned water table and breechface, has all correct patent dates and markings. Action is fitted with automatic safety (SAFE engraved) and dbl triggers (front articulated, a very scarce Parker feature) with checkered trigger blades. Action is filed with three beads around fences, and is beautifully engraved with about 80% coverage small well cut scroll. This treatment is very unusual for a Parker, with only a few examples known. “PARKER BROS” is engraved on the bottom of each side of action. Scroll engraved trigger guard has SN at grip. Finely fiddle figured and lightly streaked European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 13-5/8″ over skeleton buttplate with closely spaced checkering within uncheckered borders in central portion. Side panels are checkered and have fleur-di-lis drop points. Fancy grip checkering with fleur-di-lis flourishes into butt is of typical “AA” pattern. Hard rubber grip cap is inset with large gold oval with scroll border engraving, and the initials “GLH”. Matching splinter ejector forend is near fully checkered and has usual steel tip and release. Iron is stamped with 1901 patent date, and is engine turned matching water table. This gun is not listed in the Parker IDENTIFICATION AND SERIALIZATION ledger. Bore diameter: left -.733, right – .733. Bore restrictions: left – .018 (mod), right – .014 (Lt mod). Wall thickness: left – .030, right – .029. Drop at heel: 2-13/16″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Cast: approx 1/4″ on. Weight: 7 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 13-5/8″. Brady type VC leather case with stitched leather corners is marked “Abercrombie & Fitch” on front, and is lined in burgundy cloth with gold embossed black leather Parker Gun label in lid. Case contains 2-pc rosewood and brass cleaning rod with turks head and a round “LIGHTWOOD” oil bottle. PROVENANCE: Gold Medal Concours winner ? Orig pamphlet put out by Remington stating “America’s finest shotgun joins the Remington family”. Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain approx 98% of what appears to be orig blue, which may have been darkened a bit, with evidence of some very light marks and scratches under blue. Damascening and polish on lump flats and loop appear to be orig. Action retains well over 90% orig case hardening color, slight silvering on fences and sharp edges, as well as top tang. Blue of trigger guard is considerably flaked, with silvering at grip, and probably rates 20%. Stocks retain nearly all of a rather glossy refinish over some very light marks, checkering cleaned (does not appear to have been re-cut). Bores are excellent, bright and shiny throughout. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Case leather is excellent with a couple of minor rubs. Straps and handle are excellent. Interior cloth is dusty and has a few rubs. An exceptional high grade Parker. THE PARKER STORY estimates that 238 “AA” guns were made, 185 in 12 gauge, 121 with 30″ bbls. 50594-73 MGM63 (35,000-50,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3435

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3436
$17,250.00

*PARKER “AHE” ALL OPTION TARGET GUN.

SN 239063. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 1-1/2 Frame. 28″ Bbls are unmarked on raised, matted, flat, ventilated rib. Bbl flats are stamped with Ilion marks with date code PE (June 1936), and later repair date code “XJ3 – Dec 1940) and engraved with an owners name “L. V. Blankman”. Splinter is of reinforced type. Case hardened action with all correct markings on water table, features automatic safety and single selective Parker trigger. It is engraved in usual “A” style with near full coverage nicely cut varying sized scroll surrounding detailed vignettes of double dogs and game; pair of pointers on left center, with a flying grouse toward front, and a pair of setters on right center, with woodcock toward front. “PARKER” is engraved on bottom of action, and trigger plate has scene of pair of mallards settling into marsh. Action is filed with single beads around fences, and chevron on top lever. Trigger guard with scroll on bow, has SN on tang. Nicely fiddle figured and lightly marbled European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over skeleton steel buttplate. Stock has usual “A” style sunken checkered side panels with fleur-di-lis drop points, and fancy pattern checkering with fleur-di-lis intrusions toward comb. A large gold oval engraved “L. V. BLANKMAN” “PASADENA” “CALIFORNIA” is set into grip cap. Long beavertail ejector forend has reinforcing bolt and usual release. Iron is cyanide hardened. This gun matches most specifications as listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger (no stock type given, and beavertail forend and ventilated rib are most likely later factory upgrades, note repair date code). Bore diameter: left -.730, right – .730. Bore restrictions: left – .037 (extra full), right – .034 (full). Wall thickness: left – .033, right – .031. Drop at heel: 2-13/16″, drop at comb: 1-11/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 9 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Twin ivory bead sights. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine, as partially refurbished. Bbls retain nearly all of a fine quality re-blue. Action retains approx 50 – 60% orig case hardening color, nicely silvered from normal hand wear on fences, beads, and around bottom. Buttstock retains over 90% of what is most likely an old factory refinish with a number of light marks and scratches. Forend retains nearly all of its finish, possibly with added oil. All checkering is lightly worn. Bores are excellent, some light striations in right bbl. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Trigger works. All Parker “A” grades are scarce, with an estimated total of 306 hammerless guns, 18 12 bore with 28″ Acme steel bbls. 50594-13 MGM113 (15,000-22,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3436

3437
$14,950.00

*PARKER “AHE” SHOTGUN WITH UNUSUAL SEMI-RELIEF ENGRAVED DOG ON FLOORPLATE AND HIGH ORIGINAL METAL CONDITION.

SN 196508. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 2 Frame. 30″ Bbls are marked with Parker’s name and Meriden CT address, and “ACME STEEL”, on matted game rib. Bbl flats are stamped with all correct markings. Case hardened action with all correct markings on water table, features non-automatic safety and dbl triggers. It is engraved in usual “A” style with near full coverage nicely cut varying sized scroll surrounding detailed vignettes of game birds; pair of quail on left, a pair of mallards swimming in marsh on right. Left fence is engraved with flying duck, and right with a standing pheasant. Bottom of action portrays a pointing pointer. Trigger plate is semi-relief engraved with unusual, most likely special order, exceptional portrait of spaniel bringing a quail to hand. “PARKER BROS” is on rectangle on both sides of action. Action is filed with single beads around fences, and chevron on top lever. Trigger guard with scroll on bow surrounding vacant oval, has SN on tang. Crotch figured American walnut round knob buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over brown Decelerator pad. Stock has usual “A” style checkered side panels with unusual tear drop points, and fancy pattern checkering with fleur-di-lis intrusions toward comb. A gold oval with initials “IHB” is at bottom of grip. Matching splinter ejector forend is near fully checkered, and has nicely filed steel tip and usual release. Ejector patent date is on iron. This gun matches specifications as listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. Bore diameter: left -.730, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .032 (full), right – .011 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .030, right – .026. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 8 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain 70 – 80% orig blue, silvered and browned at muzzles, with a myriad of minor marks, dings, and scratches overall, thinning a bit on sides. Action retains approx 50 – 60% orig case hardening color, again with a number of light scratches, silvering from normal hand wear on fences, beads, and around bottom. Stocks retain essentially all of a red-toned high quality oil refinish, checkering cleanly re-cut. Bores are excellent, lightly frosted at the end of right bbl. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. All Parker “A” grades are scarce, with an estimated total of 306 hammerless guns, 48 12 bore with 30″ Acme steel bbls. 50594-24 MGM112 (12,500-22,500) C&R – Lot 3437

3438
$13,225.00

*ATTRACTIVE 20 GAUGE PARKER “A 1 SPECIAL” HIGH QUALITY UPGRADE SHOTGUN WITH EXTRA BARRELS AND HUEY CASE.

SN 233194. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 0 Frame. This appears to be a DHE “All options” gun upgraded to “A1 Special”. This gun has 26″ ventilated rib bbls marked “Titanic Steel” with correct markings on water table. Another set of 26″ bbls has been fitted with Belgian proofs and wide, concave, matted rib. Belgian bbls have gold bands at muzzle and breech. Parker bbls have gold only at breech. Cyanide colored action has been nicely filed with four beads at fences, with bead along water table terminating in scroll at bottom. Action also features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), pierced thumbpiece to top lever, and single selective gold-plated trigger. Action is engraved with open flowing scrolled acanthus with floral highlights, as often seen on late A1 Special guns. “Parker Bros” is inlaid in gold on bottom of action. Trigger guard with matching engraving has SN inlaid in gold at grip. Beautifully marbled and nicely figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over matching skeleton buttplate. Stock features “A1 Special” pattern checkering with mullered borders, and checkered side panels with large fleur-di-lis drop points. Matching beavertail ejector forend with reinforcing bolt is checkered with fleur-di-lis extensions into pattern. Parker bbls: Bore diameter: left -.615, right -.615. Bore restrictions: left -.004 Flared (skeet), right -.007 Flared (skeet). Wall thickness: left -.026, right -.026. Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 14 oz. LOP 14-1/2″. Belgian bbls: Bore diameter: left -.622, right -.621. Bore restrictions: left -.020 (mod), right -.017 (lt mod). Wall thickness: left -.030, right -.030. Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 12 oz. LOP 14-1/2″. Huey oak and leather case with stitched leather corners, oval brass medallion, and Huey brass label has serial number “369” on lid. Interior is lined with green suede, with Parker gold embossed black leather label. Partitions are topped with oak, and gun is semi-French fitted, accessories are French fitted, and gold-plated. Accessories include striker bottle, round oil bottle, pair of snap caps, and also two rosewood handled turnscrews, one large and one small. Two keys are in a covered compartment. Twin ivory beads. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, near new, as custom finished. All work performed is of the highest caliber with correct finishes and polishes overall. There are only one or 2 minor marks in the wood. Metal finish is nearly flawless. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Trigger works. Case leather is excellent, showing a few rubs, mostly on corners and along top edge. Interior is near new, somewhat soiled from contact with bbls. Accessories are slightly toned. 50819-24 MGM186 (12,000-18,000) IVORY – Lot 3438

3439
$16,675.00

*VERY RARE 28 GAUGE WINCHESTER PARKER REPRODUCTION “A1 SPECIAL” SHOTGUN WITH STRAIGHT GRIP, EXTRA BARRELS, AND CASE.

SN A-1 28-027. Cal. 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 00 Frame. 26″ and 28″ Bbls are marked “Parker Reproduction By WINCHESTER East Alton IL U.S.A. Made in Japan” on concave, matted ribs. There are 2-1/2″ triangles of hand cut scroll at breech ends which also have gold bands. There are 1/8″ bands of geometric engraving around muzzles. Gauge and chamber are marked on side of left bbls. Engine turned bbl flats are marked with Parker overload proofs, SNs, and chokes. Loops are stamped “1” or “2”; “1” 28″, are marked for mod and full, and “2” 26″ are marked improved cylinder and modified. Splinters are of reinforced type. Engine turned water table with lightening cuts is marked with grade and SN. Case hardened action is filed in “A1 Special” style with chevron on top lever, with pierced scroll thumbpiece. There are three beads around fences. Trigger guard bow is pierced. Action is hand engraved with near full coverage varying sized scroll within geometric borders surrounding semi-relief scenes of dogs; pair of pointers on left, setters on right, and with pointer and setter on bottom, and portrait of spaniel retrieving dove on trigger plate. “Parker Bros” is in relief gold on both sides of action under dog scenes. A woodcock is on trigger guard bow, and SN is raised gold inlaid on tang. Finely marbled and somewhat crotch figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/16″ over engraved skeleton steel buttplate. Central checkering has fleur-di-lis intrusions. Sunken side panels are checkered and pierced by raised fleur-di-lis, and have fleur-di-lis drop points. Checkering is of classic “A1 Special” fancy pattern wrapping over top of grip and with intrusions into comb. A vacant gold oval is on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend with shaped metal tip, and typical latch has engine turned iron. BBL SET “1”: Bore diameter: left -.552, right – .552. Bore restrictions: left – .036 (extra full), right – .026 (full). Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/4″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 5 lbs. 13 oz. LOP: 14-3/16″. BBL SET “2”: Bore diameter: left -.555, right – .554. Bore restrictions: left – .025 (full), right – .012 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/4″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 5 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14-3/16″. Orig high quality oak and leather case with zippered tan canvas outer cover, is lined in green felt, and has Parker Reproduction Winchester label in lid. Case contains Parker Reproduction marked snap caps, oil bottle, and instruction booklet, along with two keys. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new and purportedly unfired, with only a few very light handling and assembly marks in wood and metal. It appears unfired since proof. Mechanically crisp. Case leather is excellent, as protected by its outer cover, which has a few light rubs. Interior shows some compressions. An exceptionally rare gun, with a total for all gauges with factory standard engraving of 150 units. How many in 28 ga. with two sets of bbls? 50861-3 MGM196 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 3439

3440
$9,200.00

ANTIQUE PARKER AAH “PIGEON GUN”.

SN 83934. (1896) Cal. 12 ga. 3″ Chambers. 2 Frame. 30″ Bbls are engraved “Pigeon Gun. Parker Bros. Makers. Meriden. Conn. Whitworth Steel” on matted top rib, which is fitted with two “certifiable antique ivory” beads. Bbl flats and lumps are stamped with all correct markings. Bottoms of bbls have Whitworth steel trademarks. Action, with correct marks and grade on water table, is nicely filed with three beads around fences, chevron on top lever, and deep flutes at transition of bottom of action to trigger plate. Action features non-automatic safety and Miller sgl selective trigger (installed in 1997). Action is engraved in a pattern often found on “AA” grade Parkers, that many find to be Parker’s best. It consists of nearly full coverage of exceptionally well cut, varying sized floral accented open shaded scroll. “Parker Bros” is on either side of front portion of action. The engraving on this gun is more intricate than that shown on most of other “AA” guns pictured in the PARKER STORY, but is the same as that type illustrated on the hammer gun made in 1897, and is undoubtedly by the same engraver. It is interesting to note that there is no scroll engraving on breech ends of bbls. Finely marbled, and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/16″ over red Old English pad, and features typical “AA” type checkered side panels, fleur-di-lis drop points, and fancy border checkering. A vacant gold oval is on toe line. Matching splinter forend has nicely filed steel tip, and typical release. Bore diameter: left – .734, right -.733. Bore restrictions: left -.024 (mod), right -.005 (IC). Wall thickness: left -.023, right -.022. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 8 lbs. 0 oz. LOP: 14-3/16″. Gun is listed in the PARKER IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger as being a grade “6” with a pistol grip stock. Gun has been in straight grip configuration for a very long time (disassembly of grip shows extended tang, most likely factory), but is most definitely a grade “7”. Gun is accompanied by its orig forend wood, checkered in fleur-di-lis style, and an old restock without drop points, with point pattern checkering and relief checkered side panels. THE PARKER STORY indicates that approx 238 AAH guns were made in all configurations and gauges, 121 with 12 ga. 30″ bbls. PROVENANCE: Copy of 1925 dated factory letter responding to questions about this gun indicating that it was shipped in 1896, and that if the bbls were cut to 26″ there would be no choke. The cost for removing recoil pad and fitting skeleton butt, and engraving the plate in the correct style, would be $15.00. 1997 informational letter from Howard Miller regarding trigger. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good, as partially refurbished. Bbls retain approx 90% of an old re-black, with some scattered flecks, light scratches, and thinning on either side of forend. Action is cleaned to overall pewter gray, engraving somewhat worn and softened, especially on fences and at bottom, which has some striations. Newly made stocks retain nearly all of their orig finish with some light marks and a relative small, but deep, dent at top rear of comb. Checkering is still light in color. Bores are excellent, but have a few scattered light dents. Action is loose. Bbls are off face. Trigger works. Orig forend wood is considerably worn. Older restock retains most of what appears to be its orig finish, checkering worn. 50471-1 (10,000-15,000) IVORY – Lot 3440

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3441
$13,800.00

*NIFTY HIGH CONDITION 20 GAUGE PARKER “BHE” SHOTGUN.

SN 214919. Cal. 20 ga. 2-9/16″ Chambers. 0 Frame. 28″ Bbls are marked with Parker’s name and Meriden CT address, and “ACME STEEL”, on matted game rib. Bbl flats are stamped with all correct markings. Case hardened action with all correct markings on water table, features automatic safety and dbl triggers, and is engraved in usual “B” style with 80% coverage nicely cut varying sized scroll surrounding detailed vignettes of game birds; pair of quail on left, a duck flying across marsh on right, and a pair of mallards flying across trigger plate. “PARKER BROS” is on rectangle on both sides of action. Action is filed with single beads around fences, and chevron on top lever. Trigger guard with scroll on bow, has SN on tang. Nicely streaked and fiddle figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over brown Decelerator pad over 1-1/8″ lengthening piece that has been matched fairly well. Stock has usual “B” style checkered side panels with fleur-di-lis drop points and fancy pattern wraparound checkering with fleur-di-lis intrusions toward comb. A gold oval with monogram “MOM” (?) is on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend is near fully checkered, and has usual steel tip and release. Ejector patent date is on iron. This gun matches specifications as listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. Bore diameter: left -.619, right – .615. Bore restrictions: left – .023 (IMod), right – .017 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .031, right – .030. Drop at heel: 2-3/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 9 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. Ivory bead sights. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain approx 90% orig blue, silvered at muzzles, thinning on sides, with a number of light marks and scratches. Action retains approx 70% orig case hardening color, silvering from normal hand wear on fences, sharp edges, and around bottom. Stocks retain what appears to be some orig finish under some added oil and was cleaned up at time of addition of lengthening piece and pad. Lengthening piece has lightened in color, and is now more prominent than it probably was when first attached, checkering cleaned up. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are strong and in time. A very rare Parker small bore gun, with only 29 estimated in this grade, caliber, and bbl length, with fewer than 150 total production in 20 gauge in all bbl sizes and types, according to THE PARKER STORY. 50594-18 MGM111 (15,000-25,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3441

3442
$19,550.00

*RARE PARKER BHE 20 GA SHOTGUN WITH BEAVERTAIL FOREND.

SN 193750. Cal. 20ga. 28″ Acme fluid steel bbls with 3″ Cham., full length matted rib with twin ivory beads marked “Parker Brothers, Makers. Meriden, Conn. Acme Steel” “0” frame. Bbl flats marked with grade designation and “2-3/4” for chamber length though they have been slightly lengthened to their current state. Gold-plated checkered and engraved Parker SST, auto ejectors, auto safety. Delgrego straight grip stock with gold oval near toe, checkered in typical late “B” grade pattern with checkered side panels and fleur-de-lis and wave pattern at cone. Skeleton steel buttplate is lightly border and scroll engraved and checkered in center. Delgrego beavertail forearm is finely checkered with mullered border and wave pattern at tip. Receiver is finely scroll engraved with two setters in game scene on right, pointer and setter in game scene on left. Beaded fences are also nicely scroll engraved. Both sides of frame engraved “Parker Bros.” Trigger plate is finely scroll engraved at top with beautiful game scene with two setters in rolling hills. Trigger guard bow is nicely scroll engraved and SN at tang. Bore diameter: left – .625, right – .621. Bore restrictions: left – .09 (IMP CYL), right – .016 (MOD). Minimum wall thickness: left – .021, right – .024. Weight: 6 lbs. 9 oz. Drop at comb: 1-7/16″, drop at heel: 2-5/16″. LOP: 14-1/8″. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine as refurbished likely be Delgrego. All metal parts retain nearly all of their restored finish with some minor handling marks and slight flaking on gold-plated trigger. Buttstock and forearm are excellent and retain virtually all of their custom finish with a couple of handling marks, checkering is crisp as the gun has seen very little use since being refurbished by Delgrego. Bores are excellent, chambers lengthened as noted above. Trigger works, ejectors are in time, mechanics are crisp. 50472-1 (17,000-27,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3442

3443
$0.00

*SCARCE PARKER BHE GAME GUN.

SN 216763. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbl with 2-3/4″ chamber. Full length matted rib with steel front bead and marked “Parker Bros. Makers Meriden. CT. U.S.A. Parker Acme Steel”. 1-1/2 frame. Miller single trigger, automatic ejectors, non-automatic safety. Capped pistol grip buttstock with checkered side panels and fleur-de-lis finely checkered around wrist and fleur-de-lis pattern that extends forwards comb. Gold plate in grip cap and overall a finely figured piece of more blonde European walnut. Replacement custom beavertail forearm checkered in 4-pt pattern with scroll engraved Deeley latch is of American walnut. Receiver is finely engraved with 2 pointers on right, a pointer and a setter on left, both in field scenes surrounded by well executed Parker scroll and marked “Parker Bros.” towards back of action. Bottom of frame is beautifully scroll engraved and as is trigger plate which shows 2 large dogs flushing a rooster pheasant all surrounded by nicely cut scroll. Trigger guard bow with scroll and floral bust and SN in light wave pattern noted at tang. Bore diameter: left – .729, right – .730. Bore restrictions: left – .033 (full), right – .038 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left – .029, right – .034 . Weight: 8 lbs. Drop at comb: 1-9/16″, drop at heel: 2-9/16″. LOP: 14-1/16″. CONDITION: Excellent as partially refurbished. Bbls retain most of what appears to be their orig blued finish with light handling marks and a few minor scratches. Receiver retains 50-60% beautiful Parker orig case colors. Engraving is still sharp. Orig buttstock with old matte oil finish is excellent with scattered light handling marks throughout. Forearm as noted above is excellent and retains nearly all of its custom finish. Bores are excellent. Trigger and back of trigger plate with applied case color, though functionally works well and overall mechanics are excellent, though gun is ever so slight off the face. Ejectors are in time. 51058-3 (18,000-28,000) C&R – Lot 3443

3444
$8,625.00

*SCARCE PARKER BHE SHOTGUN.

SN 229153. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ chambers. 30″ bbls. Full length matted top rib with twin ivory beads marked “Parker Bros. Makers Meriden. CT. U.S.A. ACME Steel”. 1-1/2″ frame. Nickel-plated double triggers. Auto ejectors. Auto safety. Capped American Walnut full pistol grip stock with gold shield near tow engraved C.P.S. Jr. and checkered in standard B grade pattern with checkered side panels ending in fleur-de-lis and standard B grade wave and point pattern around grip. Pistol grip cap marked “PARKER BROS/MERIDEN CONN”. Hawkins ventilated pad. Splinter forearm with engraved Deely latch and engraved steel tip is near fully checkered with point pattern around tip. Receiver is beautifully engraved with Gamble’s quail in grass on right, bobwhite quail on left all surrounded by well-cut Parker scroll. Fences and top of action and top lever also scroll engraved with geometric pattern designs. Bottom of frame nicely scroll engraved in wedge pattern and trigger plate is near fully engraved with setter and pointer in farm scene flushing a pheasant. Trigger guard bow is scroll engraved and lightly floral border engraved at tang with SN noted. Bore diameter: left – .730, right – .730. Bore restrictions: left – .035 (full), right – .026 (Imp. Mod.). Minimum wall thickness: left – .030, right – .031 . Weight: 7 lbs. 6 oz. Drop at comb: 1-1/2″, drop at heel: 2-1/4″. LOP: 14-1/16″. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Exceptional as restored likely by Delgrego. Action is extremely stiff. Bbls retain nearly all of their restored blue. Custom buttstock and forearm likely by Delgrego at time of restoration are excellent with just minor handling marks and retain nearly all of their custom finish. Checkering is crisp. Receiver retains virtually all of its restored cyanide Case hardened finish. Trigger guard retains nearly all of its restored blue. Doll’s head extension is slightly raised. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. Bores are excellent, near mirror. 50604-7 JSL (7,500-10,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3444

3445
$9,775.00

*20 GAUGE PARKER CHE SHOTGUN TWO BARREL SET WITH L O’ M CASE.

SN 180109. Cal. 20 ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. 0 Frame. 30″ and 26″ Bbls have flat, matted ribs marked with Parker’s Meriden CT address, 30″ are marked “ACME STEEL” and 26″ “VULCAN STEEL”, 26″ Bbls have reinforced splinter. Bbl flats are stamped with grade, steel type, and weight. 26″ bbls have Parker proofs. Left side of lumps are stamped with SN. Typical Parker action has all correct numbers and marks on water table. Action features automatic safety and nickel-plated checkered dbl triggers, and is engraved with 70 – 80% coverage scroll within geometric borders, surrounding vignettes of single dogs and game; A pointing pointer on left, and an alert setter on right side. “Parker Bros” is on riband at rear of both sides. A mallard flies across trigger plate. Trigger guard bow is scroll engraved. SN is at grip. Nicely stump figured European (?) walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over Silver type pad, fitted over spur from Parker buttplate. Stock is embellished in typical “C” grade style with lozenge shaped drop points and fancy pattern checkering at grip with mullered borders. A vacant silver oval is on toe line. 30″ Bbls have matching splinter ejector forend with steel tip and typical Parker release. Ejector patent date is on iron. 26″ Bbls are fitted with large, long, beavertail ejector forend with reinforcing bolt. 30″ BBLS: Bore diameter: left -.620, right -.620. Bore restrictions: left -.022 (Imod), right -.025 (full). Wall thickness: left -.030, right -.029. Drop at heel: 2-1/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs 8 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. 26″ BBLS: Bore diameter: left -.617, right -.617. Bore restrictions: left -.020 (mod), right -.004 (IC). Wall thickness: left -.038, right -.035. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs 14 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. This gun is listed in and matches the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION AND SERIALIZATION LEDGER (Later, second set of bbls not indicated). High quality Red Head embossed leg o’ mutton leather case for two bbl set, is lined in green cloth. PROVENANCE: PCGA letter stating it was shipped on Apr 17 1918, confirming specifications with 30″ bbls, no mention of later 26″ bbls. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine as partially refinished. Both sets of bbls retain an older sympathetic re-black. Action retains traces of case hardening color where protected, is mostly pewter gray. Screw slots show some use. Stocks retain nearly all of a hand rubbed oil finish, checkering competently re-cut. Newer pad fits over orig wood length. Bores are excellent, slightly frosted. Action is tight with both sets of bbls. Ejectors strong with both bbls and forends. Rib extension of 26″ bbls shows some lifting, and has been secured with a set screw. Case leather is excellent, lid detached at hinge, needs stitching. A versatile high grade Parker small bore, which is quite rare, with only 21 CHE 20’s with 30″ Acme bbls listed in THE PARKER STORY. Twin ivory bead sights. 49517-1 (12,500-17,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3445

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3446
$13,225.00
Revised: 10/1/2016

Please Note: Due to a typographical error, the serial number should be 175113 NOT 175118.

*VERY RARE AND DESIRABLE PARKER CHE 20 GA SHOTGUN.

SN 175118. Cal. 20 Ga. 2-5/8″ Cham. 30″ Acme steel bbls with full length matted top rib and brass front bead and marked “Parker Bros. Makers Meriden, Conn. Acme Steel”. 0 frame. Water table marked with SN and grade designation. Bbl flats marked with unstruck bbl weight of 3 lbs. 10 oz. and a large A notation for Acme steel. Double nickel plated triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. Finely figured straight grip French walnut stock checkered in typical “C” grade pattern with checkering that comes to a point behind trigger guard tang and wraps around wrist in flowing wave pattern near receiver. Tarnished nickel oval near toe of stock and skeleton buttplate with fully checkered center. Splinter forearm checkered in standard “C” grade pattern with finely scroll engraved Deeley latch and steel tip. Receiver is very tastefully engraved with setters in full game scene on both sides surrounded by well cut Parker scroll and marked “Parker Bros.” in straight line banner towards rear of frame. Breech balls and top lever are nicely scroll and geometric design engraved. Bottom of action nicely scroll engraved and trigger plate with large flying duck engraved which collectors of “C” grades will note as a rare and desirable pattern. Trigger guard bow is nicely scroll engraved and long tang with floral pattern border and SN noted. Bore diameter: left – .620, right – .618. Bore restrictions: left – .026 (full), right – .024 (IM MOD). Minimum wall thickness: left – .035, right – .039 . Weight: 6 lbs. 13 oz. Drop at comb: 1-9/16″, drop at heel: 2-1/8″. LOP: 14-1/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Extremely fine as partially refurbished. Bbls retain 85-90% or more what appears to be their orig blued finish. Receiver has been expertly re-case colored though engraving is sharp and no detail has been lost. Case colors are truly an exceptional reproduction of Parker Meriden color. Buttstock and forearm are near mint retaining nearly all of their restored hand rubbed finish. Checkering is extremely sharp and feels basically unused since restoration. Trigger guard bow is mostly silvered though orig blue is present at back of tang behind SN and perhaps as much as 30-40%. Bores are excellent with minor orange peel. Mechanics are crisp, action is tight, ejectors are in time. This is really an outstanding long bbl, small bore, high grade Parker that with additional research may prove to have been ordered by one of the famed early duck clubs. 50594-3 JSL (12,500-22,500) C&R – Lot 3446

3447
$0.00

*PARKER CHE GAME GUN.

SN 126426. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 28″ bbls with full length matted rib with twin ivory beads, marked “Parker Bros,, Makers. Meriden, Conn. Titanic Steel”. 1-1/2 frame. Water table with SN and grade designation and bbl flats with unstruck bbl weight 3 lbs. 1 oz. Double nickel plated triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock checkered in typical “C” pattern with teardrop behind action, unengraved nickel oval at toe and checkered butt. Splinter forearm with Deeley release, nicely scroll engraved and wave border engraved with patent date and engraved steel tip, checkered in standard “C” pattern. Receiver is beautifully engraved with setter on right, pointer on left in game scene surrounded by well executed Parker scroll and marked “Parker Bros.” in flowing banner towards back of action. Breech balls and top of frame with deeply cut scroll and geometric design as is top lever. Bottom of frame nicely scroll engraved with setter and flushing pheasant in game scene surrounded by scroll on floorplate. Trigger guard is nicely scroll engraved at bow and SN noted at tang. Bore diameter: left – .743, right – .746. Bore restrictions: left – .019 (MOD), right – .010 (IM CYL). Minimum wall thickness: left – .021, right – .020. Weight: 6 lbs. 11 oz. Drop at comb: 1-5/8″, drop at heel: 2-1/4″. LOP: 14-1/8″. CONDITION: Excellent as refurbished. Bbls retain virtually of a fine quality re-black. Receiver retains 95-98% of its bright Parker style factory correct type restored case color. Engraving slightly softened. Buttstock is an exceptional period of use replacement with light handling marks and fine craquelure throughout finish. Forearm with craquelure in finish appears to also be a possible factory replacement. Bbls are ever so slightly off the face. Bores are very good with orange peel and a couple of repaired dents. Ejectors are in time, action is crisp. A sporty and handsome CHE. 50610-11 JSL (5,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 3447

3448
$0.00

*SCARCE PARKER CHE SHOTGUN.

SN 233863. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ chambers. 30″ bbls. Full length matted rib with brass front bead and marked “Parker Bros. Makers Meriden. CT. U.S.A. ACME Steel”. 1-1/2″ frame. Water table with SN and grade designation. BBl flats with unstruck bbl weight of 4 lbs 1 oz. and stamped “Parker Bros. Overload Proved”. Nickel plated double triggers. Auto ejectors. Auto safety. French walnut capped full pistol grip buttstock with large silver oval engraved with initial “M.D.R.” Checkered in typical C pattern with drop points behind action Grip cap marked “Parker Bros. Meriden Conn.”. Splinter forearm checkered in typical C pattern with engraved Deely latch and engraved steel tip. Receiver is nicely engraved with setter on right, pointer on left surrounded by well executed Parker scroll. Bottom of frame engraved with scroll and trigger plate near fully engraved with scroll and oversized quail in farm scene. Trigger guard bow is scroll engraved and floral border pattern at tang with SN noted. Breech balls, top of frame, and top lever are scroll engraved with geometric design. Bore diameter: left – .729, right – .731. Bore restrictions: left – .035 (full), right – .037 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left – .038, right – .028. Weight: 7 lbs. 9 oz. Drop at comb: 1-9/16″, drop at heel: 3″. LOP: 14-7/8 with 1-3/8″ well fitted wood extension over checkered butt. CONDITION: Excellent as refurbished, likely by Delgrego. Bbls retain 85-90% of an older restored finish with a few light spots of oxidation. Receiver retains most of its Delgrego style cyanide case hardened finish, more than 90% present. Buttstock is very good. Checkering lightly thinned with finish flaking in numerous spots on butt and handling marks and light scratches throughout. Forearm is excellent with minor grain separation towards iron that extends into checkering with scattered light handling marks and hunting bumps. Forearm latch and tip retain most of their restored cyanide color. Bores are excellent. Mechanics are crisp. Ejectors are in time. 50604-5 JSL (4,500-7,500) C&R – Lot 3448

3449
$0.00

*IMPORTANT PARKER DH GRADE SHOTGUN SHIPPED TO FRANK BUTLER C/O BUFFALO BILL’S WILD WEST SHOW, 1901 AND LATER CONVERTED FOR WIFE, ANNIE OAKLEY.

SN 95819. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 30″ Titanic steel bbls. Case hardened action with correct Parker markings on water table, features automatic safety and dbl triggers. It is engraved in “D” style with 80% coverage varying sized scroll surrounding vignettes of dogs and game; pointer on left, setter on right, and four pheasant on the trigger plate. “PARKER BROS” is on scrolled band on each side of action. Trigger guard with scroll on bow, has SN on tang. Fine fiddleback and marbled walnut straight grip buttstock has usual “D” style side panels with lozenge shaped drop points, point pattern checkering and skeleton steel buttplate. A vacant silver oval is on toe line. Typical splinter forend has steel tip and usual release. Bore diameter: left -.730, right – .730. Bore restrictions: left – .037 (full), right – .010 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .025, right – .027. Drop at heel: 2-11/16″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 13-3/4″(13-3/4″ is the length of pull specified for Annie Oakley and matches an identified Wm. Cashmore shotgun also being offered in this sale.) At the turn of the century, no other duo promoted “Wild West Entertainment” and exhibition shooting, more so than “Little Sure Shot”, Annie Oakley, and her husband/manager Frank Butler. They met and began their lifelong personal and professional relationship after upstart 15 year old Annie defeated the seasoned Frank during a OH shooting competition in 1881. As a shooting team they used many Parker shotguns. Initially, during their 16 year tenure with Buffalo Bill Cody’s Wild West Show through 1901, and afterwards conducting private exhibitions and demonstrations through the early 1920s. Parker factory records show no fewer than 27 guns ordered by and shipped to Frank Butler during this time, some orders noting “For Miss Annie”. Each had their own order unique gun specifications based on their stature and shooting preferences. Annie preferred lighter guns with shorter stocks, Frank favored longer and more robust configurations. Parker factory records indicate #95819 was ordered on April 9, 1900 and shipped May 26th to Frank E. Butler c/o The Buffalo Bill Show in Troy NY. According to Order Book 48 its specs were LOP 14-1/8″, DAC 1-1/2″, DAH 2-1/2″; Wt 7-1/2 lbs; Chokes Cyl/Full; Trigger Pull 3-1/2 & 4 lbs; Lyman sight and No Safety. These specs would mirror those for Frank Butler’s use. The discrepancy between these original factory specs and those now observed were noted and discussed as early as August 1923 in an correspondence to Mr. E.F. Wagner from the Parker Gun Co. regarding the gun’s shortening of the stock by 3/8″ and its history. In 1923, the Butlers were seriously injured in an auto accident which greatly curtailed their shooting. Many of their working guns were sold off during their long recovery. It is believed that Wagner came into possession of #95819 during this time with twin ivory bead sights. It is very likely that the gun’s alteration and shortening of the stock was done to accommodate Annie’s shooting preference during period of use prior to 1923. PROVENANCE: Copies of 2002 & 2016 Parker Factory Letters stating configuration from Order book No. 48. Copy of 1923 dated correspondence on Parker letterhead inquiring about alteration and history of #95819. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine, as refinished. Bbls retain nearly all of a fine quality re-black. Action retains over 90% of a re-color, engraving considerably softened. Stocks retain nearly all of an oil refinish over some light scratches. Side panels and drop points have been built up with added wood and re-shaped Checkering recut. Bores are very fine, shiny throughout, with evidence of a few scattered pits. Action is tight. 50412-96 MGM119 (30,000-50,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3449

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3450
$40,250.00

*RARE PARKER .410 “DHE” GAME GUN WITH BEAVERTAIL FOREND AND SINGLE TRIGGER.

SN 235856. Cal. 410. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 000 Frame. 26″ Bbls are marked “PARKER BROS MAKERS, MERIDEN, CT. U.S.A. TITANIC STEEL” on slightly raised, matted game rib. Bbl flats are stamped with Parker proofs, grade, weight, and steel type (although “T” in a circle appears to have been obliterated). Case hardened action with all correct marks on water table, features non-automatic safety and single selective Parker trigger. Action is engraved in typical “D” style with 80% coverage varying sized scroll with geometric and small scroll borders surrounding scenes of setter on left, pointer on right, and group of four pheasant on trigger plate. “PARKER BROS” is on scrolled ribbon on each side of action. Scroll engraved trigger guard has SN on tang. Nicely crotch figured American walnut Parker Meriden capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over skeleton steel buttplate. Typical lozenge shaped drop points are behind side panels, and point pattern checkering is at grip. A large vacant silver oval is on toe line. Matching beavertail ejector forend without reinforcing bolt, has typical latch, and patent date stamped on iron. Bore diameters at muzzles: left -.398, right – .400. Wall thickness: left – .035, right – .035. Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. This gun matches most specifications as listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION AND SERIALIZATION ledger (beavertail forend and single trigger not specified). Twin ivory bead sights. PROVENANCE: Letter ? Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, as refurbished, most likely by DelGrego, retaining essentially all fine custom finishes on wood and metal, with some light handling and assembly marks. Bores are excellent. Mechanically excellent. A very scarce gun; THE PARKER STORY estimates 59 made with 26″ bbls. 50607-1 MGM199 (35,000-55,000) IVORY – Lot 3450

3451
$0.00

*RARE AND DESIRABLE 28 GAUGE PARKER “DHE” SHOTGUN WITH 28″ BARRELS.

SN 223120. Cal. 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 00 Frame. 28″ Bbls are marked with Parkers famous Meriden CT address and “TITANIC STEEL” on matted rib. Bbl flats are stamped with all correct Parker markings including steel type and proofs. Case hardened action with all correct Parker markings on water table which is milled out with lightening cuts, features automatic safety and dbl triggers. It is engraved in “D” style with 80% coverage varying sized scroll surrounding vignettes of dogs and game; pointer on left, setter on right, and four pheasant on the trigger plate. “PARKER BROS” is on scrolled band on each side of action. Trigger guard with scroll on bow, has SN on tang. Fine beautifully marbled and nicely fiddle figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over skeleton steel buttplate. Stock has usual “D” style side panels with lozenge shaped drop points, and point pattern checkering. A vacant gold oval is on toe line. Typical splinter ejector forend has steel tip and usual release, as well as ejector patent date on iron. This gun matches most specifications as listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger (stock type is designated as capped pistol grip). Bore diameter: left -.555, right – .551. Bore restrictions: left – .027 (full), right – .028 (full). Wall thickness: left – .032, right – .029. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 1 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Very fine, as partially refurbished. Bbls retain 85 – 90% orig blue, with numerous light and heavy scratches and other marks and rubs. Most notably there are some fairly deep scratches on left side of left bbl near action, and three more toward muzzle on right bbl. Action retains 30 – 40% orig color, fairly strong where protected, but is mostly a very pleasing bright silver to gray. Buttstock retains most of an old oil finish and shows some alterations/ repairs to drop points. Both sides have this area plugged and newer wood let in. This is either an orig straight grip stock from another gun, or has been converted from a capped pistol grip to straight. Trigger guard tang has been replaced, and is nicely engraved in correct Parker style. Forend appears original, but refinished. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are slightly out of time. This scarce (estimated 29 made in this bbl length) little Parker would make a great quail gun. 50594-9 MGM118 (22,500-37,500) C&R – Lot 3451

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3452
$23,000.00

*TRULY SPECTACULAR INVESTMENT GRADE PARKER DHE 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 242098. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ chambers. 28″ bbls with full length matted top rib and brass front bead. #0 frame water table with grade designation and SN. Bbl flats with SN, unstruck bbl weight of 3 lbs. 13 oz. and marked “Mod” on right “Full” on left flat. Parker SST, automatic ejectors and automatic safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock. Checkered and standard D-grade pattern with teardrops behind action and flame grained American walnut. Grip cap marked “Parker Bros. Meridan, Conn.” and unengraved nickel oval near toe, skeleton steel buttplate is blued and lightly border pattern engraved. Splinter forearm checkered in standard D-pattern with Deeley release that is lightly engraved as is steel tip. Receiver is nicely engraved in standard D-pattern with pointer on right, setter on left in grass scenes surrounded by well cut Remington era Parker scroll. Bottom of frame marked “Parker” and trigger plate is lightly scroll engraved with 3 large pheasants surrounded by scroll. Breech balls, top of frame and top lever are nicely scroll and geometric design engraved in typical D fashion. Bore diameter: left – .621, right – .622. Bore restrictions: left – .020 (imp/mod), right – .009 (imp/cyl). Minimum wall thickness: left – .034, right – .038 . Weight: 7 lbs. Drop at comb: 1-1/2″, drop at heel: 2-3/8″. LOP: 14-1/4″. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, near mint throughout. Bbls retain virtually all of their fine orig blued finish with evidence of orig strike marks at breech and high luster blue on doll’s head extension. Receiver retains virtually all of its bright, dark and bold orig case color, just starting to tone on bottom of frame and at high edge points. Top lever and forearm tip retain nearly all of their bright orig cyanide case colors which is absolutely correct for a late Remington Parker like this. Trigger guard is near mint and retains 98-99% bright orig blue just starting to tone at tang. Buttstock and forearm are exceptional and all orig and retain nearly all of their factory orig hand-rubbed finish. Skeleton buttplate is superb and retains approximately 75-80% bright orig high polish blue. It would be much easier to simply call this a near mint and test fired only Parker. 51072-1 JSL (20,000-35,000) C&R – Lot 3452

3453
$17,250.00

*FINE PARKER “DHE” SHOTGUN WITH UNUSUAL TRANSITIONAL RIB MARKINGS.

SN 241016. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 0 Frame. 30″ Bbls are marked “PARKER MERIDEN. CON. U.S.A.” on matted rib. Steel type is not specified on rib or on bbl flats, which are stamped with Ilion date code “DF” (Sept ’37), and repair code “PG” (June ’38). All other marks are correct. Case hardened action with all correct Parker markings on water table, features automatic safety and dbl triggers. It is engraved in late “D” style with 80% coverage varying sized scroll surrounding vignettes of dogs and game; pointer on left, setter on right, and quail on the trigger plate. “PARKER” is engraved on bottom of action. Trigger guard with scroll on bow, has SN on tang. Fine crotch figured American walnut Parker Meriden capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14″ over skeleton steel buttplate. Stock has usual “D” style side panels with lozenge shaped drop points, and point pattern checkering. A vacant silver oval is on toe line. Typical splinter ejector forend has steel tip and usual release. This gun matches all specifications as listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. Bore diameter: left -.619, right – .617. Bore restrictions: left – .024 (full), right – .023 (full). Wall thickness: left – .022, right – .022. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, original. Bbls retain approx 90% of what appears to be orig blue, as may have been applied at repair date, sides somewhat spotted, and with a few marks. Action retains approx 70% orig case hardening color, quite vivid on right side and trigger plate, silvered on fences and beads, and thinning on bottom. Blue of trigger guard mostly flaked to about 10%, silvered at grip. Color on forend latch completely silver. Plating on triggers is excellent. Stocks retain over 90% of their wonderful orig finish, slightly alligatored and crazed on butt, worn through on sharp edges of comb. Checkering is very lightly worn, still relatively light in color. There is a small repaired crack running from trigger guard screw back into checkering on left side. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. A fine little long barreled small bore DHE, with only about 330 estimated made in this caliber, gauge, and bbl length. 50594-20 MGM117 (15,000-25,000) C&R – Lot 3453

3454
$6,900.00

*SCARCE PARKER DHE 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 133313. Cal. 20 ga. 26″ bbls with 2-3/4″ chambers. Full length matted rib with white plastic mid-bead, front bead is missing and marked “Parker Bros, Makers. Meriden, Conn. Titanic Steel”. “0” frame. Water table with SN and grade designation, Bbl flats with unstruck bbl weight of 2 lbs. 15 oz. Nickel plated double triggers, automatic ejectors and automatic safety. Custom replacement straight grip stock, checkered in 2 point pattern with tear drop behind action, silver oval at toe and checkered butt. Replacement splinter forearm checkered in typical DHE pattern with scroll and floral engraved Deeley latch and steel tip. Receiver is engraved in typical early D-pattern with pointer on left, setter on right both in game scenes surrounded by light scroll and marked “Parker Bros.” in flowing banner at back of action. Bottom of frame is lightly scroll engraved and trigger plate with 4 birds surrounded by light scroll. Breech balls, top of frame, and top lever are lightly scroll engraved and with geometric patterns. Bore diameter: left – .618, right – .618. Bore restrictions: left – .023 (imp/mod), right – .004 (imp/cyl). Minimum wall thickness: left – .025, right – .027 . Weight: 6 lbs. 3 oz. Drop at comb: 1-7/16″, drop at heel: 2″. LOP: 14-1/2″. CONDITION: Excellent as refurbished. Bbls retain nearly all of their competently restored rust blue. Custom buttstock & forearm are excellent and retain most of their custom finish with light handling marks. Receiver and forearm iron retain nearly all of their cyanide Delgrego style case colors. Replacement trigger guard retains nearly all of its custom blued finish. Bores are near excellent. Top lever is slightly left of center and safety feels a bit gummy. Bbls are on-face. 50604-9 (6,000-9,000) C&R – Lot 3454

3455
$16,100.00

*VERY FINE, HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION, SMALL BORE, PARKER “DHE” SHOTGUN.

SN 175762. Cal. 16 ga. 2-9/16″ Chambers. 1 Frame. 30″ Bbls are marked with Parker Bros Meriden CT address and “TITANIC STEEL” on matted rib. Bbl flats are stamped with all correct Parker marks. Case hardened action with all correct markings on water table, features automatic safety and dbl triggers. It is engraved in usual “D” style with 80% coverage varying sized scroll surrounding vignettes of dogs and game; pointer on left, setter on right. “PARKER BROS” is engraved in scrolled ribands on both sides of action. Trigger plate has scene of four pheasant, two flying, two walking. Trigger guard with scroll on bow, has SN on tang. Nicely marbled and lightly figured European walnut Parker Meriden capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over skeleton steel buttplate. Stock has usual “D” style side panels with lozenge shaped drop points, and point pattern checkering. A vacant silver oval is on toe line. Typical splinter ejector forend has filed steel tip and usual release with patent date on iron. This gun is not listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. Bore diameter: left -.663, right – .662. Bore restrictions: left – .026 (full), right – .023 (Mod). Wall thickness: left – .020, right – .021. Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain approx 95% orig lustrous blue, with a few minor marks and pings. Action retains well over 90% orig case hardening color, silvered from normal hand wear on sharp edges, fences, and thinning a bit on bottom. Blue of trigger guard has some loss from flaking, and is slightly silvered and flaked at grip. Plating of triggers is excellent. Case hardening on forend latch has mostly faded, but is still detectable. Action screws retain most of their bright blue. Butt plate retains perhaps 30% of its orig blue. Stocks retain nearly all of what appears to be their orig finish, perhaps with a bit of added oil on butt over a few minor light bumps and scratches. Checkering is very lightly worn, relatively light in color. Bores are excellent with a hint of frosting toward breech ends. Action is tight. Ejectors are out of time. A really clean small bore Parker, with approx 303 estimated in 16 ga with 30″ Titanic bbls. 50544-1 MGM116 (15,000-25,000) C&R – Lot 3455

3456
$8,050.00

*PARKER “DHE” SINGLE TRIGGER BEAVERTAIL SKEET GUN.

SN 240361. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 1-1/2 Frame. 26″ Bbls are marked with Parker Bros Meriden CT address and “TITANIC STEEL” on matted rib. Bbl flats are stamped with Ilion marks and proof with date code “PF” (June 1937), as well as chokes, “skeet in” and “skeet out”. Splinter is of reinforced type. Case hardened action with all correct markings on water table, features non-automatic safety and single selective Parker trigger. It is engraved in usual “D” style with 80% coverage varying sized scroll surrounding vignettes of dogs and game; setter on left, pointer on right. “PARKER” is engraved on bottom of action, and trigger plate has scene of four pheasant, three flying, one standing. Trigger guard with scroll on bow, has SN on tang. Nicely crotch figured American walnut Parker Meriden capped pistol grip buttstock measures 13-7/8″ over open sided Hawkins pad, which appears to have been added in place of orig skeleton steel buttplate, as widows peak has been filled. Stock has usual “D” style side panels with lozenge shaped drop points, and point pattern checkering. A vacant silver oval is on toe line. Long beavertail ejector forend has reinforcing bolt and usual release. This gun matches most specifications as listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger (large forend and rib not specified). Bore diameter: left -.729, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .002 (skeet), right – .002 (skeet). Wall thickness: left – .028, right – .033. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 13-7/8″. Twin ivory bead sights. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain over 90% of what appears to be orig blue, later darkened a bit over some light marks and scratches. Action retains approx 30 – 40% orig case hardening color, nicely silvered from normal hand wear, color strong where protected. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their orig finish with some oil added in as maintenance, and with fitting of newer pad. Forend retains most of what appears to be its orig finish. There is a fairly deep 1/2″ dent with loss of wood at top left rear of forend. All checkering is lightly worn. Bores are excellent, lightly frosted. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Trigger works. Parker made an estimated 282 12 ga. “D” grade guns with 26″ Titanic bbls. 50594-16 MGM114 (7,500-12,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3456

3457
$6,900.00

*NICE ORIGINAL, AS FOUND, PARKER “DHE” SHOTGUN.

SN 203441. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 1-1/2 Frame. 30″ Bbls are marked with Parker Bros Meriden CT address and “TITANIC STEEL” on matted rib. Bbl flats are stamped with usual all correct Parker marks. Case hardened action with all correct markings on water table, features automatic safety and dbl triggers. It is engraved in usual “D” style with 80% coverage varying sized scroll surrounding vignettes of dogs and game; pointer on left, setter on right. “PARKER BROS” is engraved in scrolled ribands on both sides of action. Trigger plate has scene of four pheasant, two flying, two walking. Trigger guard with scroll on bow, has SN on tang. Unusual quilted figure American walnut Parker Meriden capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over skeleton steel buttplate. Stock has usual “D” style side panels with lozenge shaped drop points, and point pattern checkering. A vacant silver oval is on toe line. Typical splinter ejector forend has filed steel tip and usual release. This gun matches all specifications as listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. Bore diameter: left -.730, right – .731. Bore restrictions: left – .036 (full), right – .029 (IMod). Wall thickness: left – .035, right – .034. Drop at heel: 2-9/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, original, as found. Bbls retain 80 – 85% orig blue with numerous marks and rubs, thinning a bit on sides, and with some flecking toward breech end of left bbl. Action retains 70 – 80% orig color, which is quite vivid on sides, but silvered from normal hand wear on fences, beads, and around bottom. Stocks retain over 90% of their orig varnish finish with numerous light marks, scratches, and bumps. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Left ejector will not trip. 50594-23 MGM115 (5,500-8,500) C&R – Lot 3457

3458
$5,175.00

*SCARCE LATE PARKER DHE 12 GA TRAP GUN WITH EXTRA BBL SET.

SN 237037. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 32″ Titanic steel bbls with Parker full length matted ventilated rib. Twin ivory beads. Second bbl set – 28″ fluid steel, 2-5/8″ Cham. with matted ventilated rib which is not of Parker manufacture. 1-1/2 frame. Water table marked with SN and grade designation. Bbl flats stamped “Overload proved / Parker Gun Works.” Unstruck bbl weight 4 lbs 2 oz. on orig bbl set and 3 lbs. 11 oz. on second set. Proper beavertail forearm reinforcement lug on orig bbl set and standard lug on second set. Nickel plated Parker single selective trigger, non-auto safety, auto ejectors. Capped full pistol grip buttstock with flame grained American walnut checkered in typical “D” grade fashion with teardrop behind action and finished with black Deccelerator brand pad. Un-engraved nickel shield at toe. “Parker Bros. / Meriden, Conn.” grip cap. Beavertail forearm with Deeley latch engraved in typical “D” pattern and finely checkered in floral point pattern with mullered borders. Action is engraved in typical later DHE pattern with pointer on left, setter on right surrounded by Parker’s scroll. Bottom of action lightly scroll engraved with four pheasants surrounded by scroll. Trigger guard bow is nicely scroll engraved with SN noted at tang. Bbl measurements bbl set 1: Bore diameter :left – .735, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .033 (full), right – .013 (LT MOD). Minimum wall thickness: left – .032, right – .032 . Weight: 8 lbs. 8 oz. Drop at comb: 1-1/2″, drop at heel: 1-15/16″. LOP: 14-1/8″ from rear position single trigger. Bbl measurements bbl set 2: Bore diameter :left – .072, right – .728. Bore restrictions: left – .026 (IM MOD), right – .024 (MOD). Minimum wall thickness: left – .033, right – .033. Weight: 7 lbs. 15 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″ from rear position single trigger. Forearm is interchangeable for both bbls. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain nearly all of their professional quality re-black (both sets) with engraving lightly softened on bbl set No. 1 and weep holes and plugs on bottom rib of bbl set No. 2. Action retains approximately 15-20% orig case color, mostly faded, though visible in protected areas. Engraving is crisp. Buttstock and forearm are excellent and retain most of a custom hand rubbed oil finish with just a couple of minute handling marks throughout. Top lever is slightly left of center though gun is tight and on face. Trigger works, ejectors are in time, mechanics are excellent. Bbl set No.1 are excellent near mirror and bbl No. 2 bores near mirror as well. A neat transition era highly versatile DHE Parker. 50594-12 JSL (5,000-9,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3458

3459
$0.00

*SCARCE ALL OPTION PARKER DHE TRAP GUN.

SN 219004. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 30″ Titanic steel bbls with Parker full length matted ventilated rib. Twin ivory beads. 1-1/2 frame. Water table marked with SN and grade designation. Bbl flats stamped “Overload proved / Parker Bros.” Unstruck bbl weight 4 lbs. Proper beavertail forearm reinforcement lug. Nickel plated and checkered Parker type single selective trigger, non-auto safety, auto ejectors. Capped full pistol grip buttstock of flame grained American walnut checkered in typical “D” grade fashion with teardrop behind action and Monte Carlo at comb. Engraved nickel shield at toe with initials “WMD”. Later “Parker / Ilion, N.Y.” grip cap and modern Hawkins ventilated pad. Beavertail forearm with Deeley latch engraved in typical “D” pattern and finely checkered in floral point pattern with mullered borders. Action is engraved in typical later DHE pattern with pointer on left, setter on right surrounded by Parker’s scroll. Bottom of action lightly scroll engraved with four pheasants surrounded by scroll. Trigger guard bow is nicely scroll engraved with SN noted at tang. Bbl flats also with Remington repair codes of “CG” & “EF” indicating the gun was back at Remington October 1937 & April 1938. Bore diameter: left – .730, right – .732. Bore restrictions: left – .035 (full), right – .021 (MOD). Minimum wall thickness: left – .029, right – .030 . Weight: 8 lbs. 8 oz. Drop at comb: 1-1/2″, drop at heel: 1-15/16″, rear of Monte Carlo: 1-/12″. LOP: 14-1/2″ from rear position single trigger. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine as competently refurbished. Bbls retain nearly all of a fine quality rust blue, breech engraving slightly lightened and bbls are a tad off face. Receiver retains nearly all of its properly nearly all of its restored blue. Buttstock and forearm retain nearly all of their custom finish. Tiny grain separation on left side of beavertail forearm at frame. Mechanics are excellent. Bores are bright and shiny. Trigger works well and ejectors are in time. The Parker serialization book does not list all of the current extras that are currently found on this gun however, it is possible or even likely they were done on one of the noted return trips to Remington. 50604-4 JSL (5,000-7,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3459

3460
$3,737.50

*RARE PARKER DHE HALF FRAME SHOTGUN.

SN 241140. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-3/4″ Cham. 28″ fluid steel bbls with twin ivory beads and full length matted tapered rib. 1/2 frame. Water table marked with SN and grade designation and bbl flats stamped with SN and marked “Overload proved / Parker Gun Works” and production date code of “CG” indicating April 1938. Parker single selective trigger, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Highly figured replacement straight grip buttstock checkered in typical “D” grade pattern with aged red rubber recoil pad. Replacement beavertail forearm checkered in 6-point pattern with Deeley latch and proper reinforcement bolt and conforming bbl lug. Engraved in typical Remington DHE pattern with pointer on right, setter on left surrounded by well executed scroll engraving. Three well executed pheasants on trigger plate surrounded by scroll engraving and bottom of frame marked “Parker”. Top lever has been blued and is lightly scroll engraved as are fences. Bore diameter: left – .740, right – .731. Bore restrictions: left – .006 (IC), right – .014 (MOD). Minimum wall thickness: left – mostly .022 but one small spot at .019 3″ back from muzzle, right – .024. Weight: 7 lbs. 3 oz. Drop at comb: 1-7/16″, drop at heel: 2-3/8″. LOP: 13-3/4″ from rear position single trigger. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent overall as refurbished and customized. Bbls retain nearly all of their fine restored rust blue. Receiver retains nearly all of its dark blue Parker type re-case hardened finish. Trigger guard retains nearly all of its high quality refurbished blue, engraving re-cut at SN. Top lever has been blued. Buttstock and forearm are very good and retain most of their custom finish with light handling marks and scratches throughout. Left side of action near top of frame with repaired grain separation and minor losses around straight grip trigger guard tang. Replacement forend with heavy lacquer finish. Trigger works, ejectors are in time, bores are excellent. These late 1/2 frame Parkers are very sought after by collectors and are seldom offered for sale publicly. 50604-2 JSL (4,500-6,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3460

3461
$3,162.50

*PARKER DHE GAME GUN WITH OPTIONS.

SN 208529. Cal. 12 Ga. 2-5/8″ Cham. 32″ Titanic steel bbls with Parker full length matted rib. Twin ivory beads. 2 frame. Water table marked with SN and grade designation. Bbl flats stamped, with unstruck bbl weight 4 lbs. 4 oz. Proper beavertail forearm reinforcement lug. Nickel plated Parker single selective trigger, auto safety, auto ejectors. Capped full pistol grip buttstock of flame grained American walnut checkered in typical “D” grade fashion with teardrop behind action. Un-engraved nickel shield at toe. “Parker Bros. Meriden, Conn.” grip cap and modern Hawkins ventilated pad. Beavertail forearm with Deeley latch engraved in typical “D” pattern and finely checkered in floral point pattern with mullered borders. Action is engraved in typical later DHE pattern with pointer on left, setter on right surrounded by Parker’s scroll. Bottom of action lightly scroll engraved with four pheasants surrounded by scroll. Trigger guard bow is nicely scroll engraved with SN noted at tang. Bore diameter: left – .731, right – .732. Bore restrictions: left – .037 (full), right – .036 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left – .030, right – .032. Weight: 8 lbs. 9 oz. Drop at comb: 1-9/16″, drop at heel: 2-1/8″. LOP: 14″ from rear position single trigger. Twin faux ivory beads. CONDITION: Extremely fine as competently refurbished. Bbls retain nearly all of a fine quality rust blue, breech engraving re-cut. Receiver retains nearly all of its likely Delgrego finish cyanide case colors. Trigger guard retains most all of its restored blue. Custom modern buttstock and forearm are of highly figured flame grain American walnut and retain nearly all of their custom finish. Mechanics are excellent. Bores are bright and shiny with faint beginning orange peel. Trigger works well and ejectors are in time. 50604-10 JSL (3,500-5,000) C&R – Lot 3461

3462
$0.00

*PARKER DHE TRAP GUN.

SN 232800. Cal. 12 ga. Chambers are 2-3/4″. 32″ Titanic steel bbls with full length matted top rib and twin ivory beads and marked “Parker Bros. Makers Meriden. CT. U.S.A. Titanic Steel”. 1-1/2 frame. Water table with SN and grade designation. Bbl flats with unstruck bbl weight of 4 lbs. 2 oz. and Remington repair codes of “ANN” (March 1951) and “BK” (Jan 1941). Miller single trigger, auto ejectors, non-automatic safety, older replacement straight grip stock, checkered in flowing wave pattern with English style teardrops behind action, nickel oval near toe and modern silvers type pad with leather face. Face of pad appears to be an old leather case label and embossed in gold says “Parker Guns / The Old Reliable”. Large beavertail forearm, checkered in typical D-grade pattern with engraved Deeley latch and proper reinforcing bolt at head. Frame is engraved in typical D-pattern with setter on right pointer on left, both in game scene surrounded by well cut Parker scroll & marked “Parker Bros.” in flowing banner. Bottom of action is lightly scroll engraved and trigger plate engraved with 4 pheasants surrounded by light scroll. Trigger guard bow is scroll engraved, tang with light floral border and SN noted. Bore diameter: left – .729, right – .731. Bore restrictions: left – .033 (full), right – .028 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left – .033, right – .030 . Weight: 7 lbs. 10 oz. Drop at comb: 1-3/8″, drop at heel: -15/16″. LOP: 13-3/4″ from rear position single trigger”. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls and trigger guard retain most of a professionally restored finish. Buttstock a well done replacement as noted above and retains most of its custom varnish. Checkering lightly thinned. Forearm is very good and retains most of an older restored finish, with older repair on right side near frame as is common on many beavertail Parkers. Receiver retains 30-40% nice orig case color, mostly on sides and on trigger plate. Bores are near excellent. Ejectors are in time. Trigger is in need of adjustment. 50604-11 JSL (3,500-5,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3462

3463
$0.00

*EARLY PARKER DHE SHOTGUN.

SN 153055. Cal. 12 ga. 2-5/8″ Cham. 32″ Titanic steel bbls with Parker full length matted rib. Ivory mid bead and brass front bead. 2 frame. Water table marked with SN and grade designation. Bbl flats stamped. Unstruck bbl weight 4 lbs. 5 oz. Bottom rib and toe of stock with sling swivels. Miller single selective trigger, non-auto safety, auto ejectors. Capped full pistol grip buttstock checkered in typical “D” grade fashion with teardrop behind action. Un-engraved nickel shield at toe. “Parker Bros. Meriden, Conn.” grip cap and modern “Old English” Pachmayr pad. Replacement Beavertail forearm with Deeley latch engraved in typical “D” pattern checkered in 5-point diamond pattern not resembling Parker factory pattern as latch is in carved recess. Action is engraved in typical later DHE pattern with pointer on left, setter on right surrounded by Parker’s scroll. Bottom of action lightly scroll engraved with four pheasants surrounded by scroll. Trigger guard bow is nicely scroll engraved with SN noted at tang. Bore diameter: left – .729, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .037 (full), right – .034 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left – .033, right – .030. Weight: 8 lbs. 3 oz. Drop at comb: 1-7/16″, drop at heel: 2-1/4″. LOP: 13-1/4″ from rear position single trigger. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine as competently refurbished. Bbls retain nearly all of a fine quality old rust blue. Receiver retains nearly all of its proper Parker style case hardening and could easily be an early factory re-case color. Engraving is extremely sharp with no detail lost. Trigger guard retains most all of its restored blue. An extra small screw has been placed through SN at tang. Original buttstock shows added finish and minor handling marks. Forearm as mentioned above is an unrefined modern replacement with minor grain separation noted a knuckle of frame in 3 places. Checkering is crisp though lightly worn. Mechanics are very good. Bores are bright and shiny. Bbls are on face. Miller trigger works well and ejectors are in time. 50604-12 JSL (3,250-5,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3463

3464
$4,887.50

*UNUSUAL PARKER DH GAME GUN MADE WITHOUT DOLL’S HEAD EXTENSION.

SN 110275. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ Titanic steel bbls with 2-3/4″ Cham. Full length matted rib with brass front bead and marked “Parker Bro., Makers. Meriden, Conn. Titanic Steel”. No. 2 frame. Water table marked with SN and grade designation “3” & “D” on left flat. Unstruck bbl weight of 4 lb. 5 oz. Nickel plated double triggers, extractors and auto safety. Straight grip buttstock checkered in 3-point pattern with typical teardrops behind action and nickel oval near toe with modern Hawkins ventilated pad. Splinter forearm checkered in typical “D” grade pattern with Deeley latch and steel tip that are both lightly engraved. Action is engraved in typical early DH pattern, pointer in game scene on left, setter on right surrounded by Parker’s well cut scroll engraving and marked in a flowing banner on both sides “Parker Bros.” Bottom of frame is lightly scroll engraved and trigger plate with four flying ducks surrounded by light scroll. Trigger guard bow lightly engraved and tang with light floral border engraving and SN noted. Bore diameter: left – .731, right – .732. Bore restrictions: left – .037(full), right – .038 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left – .031, right – .025. Weight: 7 lbs. 10 oz. Drop at comb: 1-5/8″, drop at heel: 2-5/8″. LOP: 14-1/2″. PROVENANCE: Private single owner advanced LeFever Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain 75-80% orig toned blue with some scattered minor light staining but overall very good. Receiver retains traces of orig case color having mostly silvered though never cleaned. Engraving is still sharp. Buttstock and forearm retain about 80% of an old restored finish, checkering appears orig and filled in. Forearm with a couple of bumps towards muzzle end in checkering, and scattered handling marks throughout both butt and forend. Mechanics are excellent and action is tight. Bores are near excellent overall with scattered light pitting towards breech. It is very unusual to find a Parker originally built without a doll’s head extension and with some additional research, this gun will likely prove to be a special order Parker. 51051-8 JSL (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 3464

3465
$17,250.00

*SCARCE PARKER GHE 20 GAUGE ONCE OWNED BY LEGENDARY AUTHOR AND WESTERN WRITER ZANE GREY – “HIS FAVORITE BIRD GUN”.

SN 149406. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ chambers with 25-7/8″ bbls (appear orig and uncut). Full length matted rib with brass front bead marked “Parker Bros Makers. Meriden, Conn. Damascus Steel”. #0 frame. Water table with SN and grade designation noted. Bbl flats with unstruck bbl weight of 3 lbs. 2 oz. Double nickel plated triggers, extractors and automatic safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock, checkered in 3-pt pattern with nickel shield and Parker Bros. DHBP. Pistol grip cap marked “Parker Bros. / Meriden, Conn.”. Splinter forearm with Deeley type release is lightly floral engraved and steel tipped. Receiver is engraved in typical GH pattern with flying birds on left side, standing birds on right in ovals and marked “Parker Bros.”. Bottom of frame is lightly scroll engraved and trigger plate with 2 pheasants in circle. Trigger guard with single burst of scroll and SN noted at tang. This fabulous small bore Parker was once the property of famed author, sportsman and chronicler of the American West, Zane Grey(1872-1939)writer of famous western novels such as “Riders of the Purple Sage and The Lone Star Ranger”. After a career in dentistry, Zane moved to Altadena, CA in 1918 where he began his writing career. 112 films and 2 television series were based on his novels. Also accompanying this gun is a signed and notorized affadavit from noted firearms dealer Michael R. Zomber of Pennsylvannia wherein he shares the history of this gun and a Colt single action also owned by Grey being offered elsewhere in this sale. Zomber purchased the Parker and a Colt single action Army from Zane Grey’s eldest son in July of 1974. Within the affadavit Zomber notes that Romer Grey stated that “The Parker was Zane Grey’s favorite bird gun and he treasured it”. “Romer was more reluctant to part with the Parker than either the Colt single action or the more valuable Ulrich engraved Winchester M1895.” Zomber sold the gun to Mr. Lewis Ferguson owner of Ames Guns in Santa Monica, CA in August of 1974 who has owned both of these guns until now. Bore diameter: left – .621, right – .619. Bore restrictions: left – .016 (mod), right – .004 (imp/cyl). Minimum wall thickness: left – .030, right – .020 . Weight: 6 lbs. 3 oz. Drop at comb: 1-7/16″, drop at heel: 2-15/16″. LOP: 14″. CONDITION: Exceptional as refurbished. Damascus bbls have been lightly blued over though remain in excellent condition and could be very easily restored to show their bold orig pattern. Receiver retains nearly all of its dark recase hardened finish with engraving slightly softened. Trigger guard is near mint as restored. Buttstock & forearm are excellent and retain nearly all of professional quality restored finish with just minute handling marks throughout. Checkering is crisp. Bores are excellent. Mechanics are crisp. Gun is tight on the face. An opportunity to acquire the personal hunting partner of one of America’s most famed 20th century western authors. One can only imagine hunting with a legend like Zane Grey in America’s west. 51023-2 JSL (20,000-30,000) C&R – Lot 3465

3466
$27,600.00
Revised: 10/18/2016

Please Note: Upon closer inspection, we noticed that there is a repair to the “dolls head” locking mechanism that results in a slightly rounded corner on the right hand side at the dolls head.

*VERY FINE COLLECTOR QUALITY PARKER GHE 28 GA SHOTGUN.

SN 215396. Cal. 28 ga. 26″ special steel bbls with full length matted top rib, marked “Parker Bros. Makers Meriden. CT. U.S.A. Parker SPEC Steel”, 2-1/2″ Cham. brass front bead “00” frame with unstruck bbl weight, 2 lb. 9 oz. Double triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. Water table is milled with lightning cuts. Capped pistol grip buttstock checkered in 3-point pattern with nickel shield and orig Parker Brothers DHBP. Receiver engraved in typical “G” grade pattern with pheasants on right, ducks on left and pheasants on floorplate all surrounded by light scroll. Trigger guard bow with small burst of scroll and SN at tang. Splinter forearm checkered in standard “G” grade pattern with Deeley latch and engraved steel tip. Bore diameter: left – .563, right – .562. Bore restrictions: left – .030 (full), right – .024 (IMP MOD). Minimum wall thickness: left – .019, right – .021. Weight: 5 lbs. 10 oz. Drop at comb: 1-7/16″, drop at heel: 2-13/16″. LOP: 14-1/4″. CONDITION: Excellent as completely, totally and utterly orig throughout. Bbls retain 95%+ orig toned blued finish. Buttstock and forearm are excellent and orig and retain approximately 90-95% of their orig varnish with scattered light handling marks and a few honest hunting bumps and bruises the most notable of which is on the left stock cheek. Orig buttplate with tiny minor loss at toe. Frame retains 70% bright orig case color with perfect screws. Trigger plate is excellent and retains about all of its orig case color. Trigger guard retains about half of its orig blue mostly on bow, toned at tang. Bores are excellent, mechanics are crisp, ejectors are in time. A very fine totally untouched orig small bore Parker in what many would consider a dream configuration. 50967-1 JSL (15,000-25,000) C&R – Lot 3466

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3467
$4,887.50

*LATE REMINGTON/PARKER GHE GRADE SHOTGUN IN HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION.

SN 241817. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 1-1/2 Frame. 30″ Bbls are unmarked on matted game rib. Bbl flats are stamped with Oct 1940 Remington type markings including chokes (mod and full), proofs, grade, and chambers. Case hardened action features automatic safety and dbl triggers, and is engraved in the usual “G” style with sprays of scroll accenting oval vignettes of birds; ducks on left, quail on right, and grouse on trigger plate. “PARKER” is on bottom of action. Trigger guard with scroll on bow, has SN on tang. Nicely stump figured American walnut Parker Ilion capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over red NOSHOC pad, and has typical point pattern checkering at grip and German silver shield on toe line. Matching splinter ejector forend has usual steel tip and release. This gun is too late in manufacture to be listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. Bore diameter: left -.726, right – .726. Bore restrictions: left – .030 (full), right – .014 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .037, right – .038. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 10 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining nearly all of its orig factory finishes on wood and metal, but with considerable handling and storage marks as well as scratches, and evidence of very light field use. Bbls have a number of scratches 2″ – 7″ in front of forend tip. There is some high edge wear on action. Safety button is somewhat silvered. Blue of trigger guard is vibrant, with a scratch or two on bow, and light silvering on grip. Stocks have some finish checks, and storage marks from case, which are fairly heavy on right side of forend. Left side of butt has some fairly deep scratches in finish. Checkering shows little wear. Color on forend latch is somewhat faded. Bright blue of hinge pin is slightly silvered at bottoms. Bores are excellent. Mechanically crisp. A fine benchmark Parker. 50594-4 MGM110 (5,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 3467

3468
$4,600.00

*SCARCE PARKER GHE HALF FRAME SHOTGUN.

SN 241815. Cal 12 ga. 2-3/4″ chambers. 28″ bbls with full length matted top rib and brass front bead. Parker SST. Auto ejectors. Auto safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock checkered in 3 pt pattern with brass shield and grip cap marked “Parker/Ilion, NY”. Buttstock is American walnut. Butt with what could be its orig “No Shoc” brand pad. Splinter forearm checkered in standard G pattern with lightly border engraved Deely latch and engraved steel tip. Receiver is engraved in typical G pattern with ducks on left, quail on right surrounded by light scroll. Bottom of frmae marked “Parker”. Trigger plate is nicely engraved with two pheasants in circle surrounded by light scroll. Fences lightly scroll engraved. Bore diameter: left – .725, right – .726. Bore restrictions: left – .014 (mod.), right – .009 (Imp. Cyl). Minimum wall thickness: left – .032, right – .032 . Weight: 6 lbs. 15 oz. Drop at comb: 1-5/8″, drop at heel: 2-5/8″. LOP: 14″. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain 75-80% blued finish having light freckling throughout exterior. Receiver retains traces of orig case color having turned mostly brown. Engraving still sharp. Buttstock and forearm retain most of a professionally restored finish with light handling marks throughout. Single trigger works flawlessly. Ejectors are in time. Bbls are on face. Bores are very good. These half frame Parkers are scarce and very much coveted by collectors. 50604-3 JSL (3,500-5,500) C&R – Lot 3468

3469
$0.00

PARKER GH GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 79303. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ Damascus bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, IM/IM chokes. Single bead. Concave matted rib. GH non-ejector #2 receiver. Double triggers. Extractors. Splinter forend. Capped pistol grip stock. Widow’s peak dog’s head hard rubber buttplate. LOP 13-3/4″. DAC 1-7/8″. DAH 3-1/8″. Auto safety. CONDITION: Fair. Bbls display nice Damascus pattern on bbls & rib, heaviest wear above forend. Patch of light dings in right bbl approx 14″ from muzzle. Bright unpitted bores. Receiver mostly silvered with some areas of wear to engraving. Wood is sound & fits well. Checkering worn. “P.T.” carved into left cheek, heavily dented at left side comb, toe line worn. Buttplate nice. Gun slightly loose. Top lever slightly left. Good mechanics. 51005-5 TJW (1,000-1,500) – Lot 3469

3470
$8,625.00

*TRULY EXCEPTIONAL HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION PARKER PHE 10 GA SHOTGUN WITH PARKER STEEL BBLS AND BEAVERTAIL FOREND.

SN 217572. Cal. 10ga. 32″ Parker steel bbls, 2-3/4″ Cham., full length matted rib with twin ivory beads marked “Parker Bros., Makers. Meriden, CT., U.S.A. Parker Steel”, “3” frame 10 Ga with unstruck bbl weight of 5 lb. 9 oz. Double triggers, auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Straight grip stock checkered in 2-point pattern with nickel shield and Pachmayr waffle pad. Large beavertail forearm checkered in 3-point pattern with correct reinforcing bolt that shows high polish blue at tip. Receiver is engraved in typical “P” grade pattern with light scroll and border engraving. Bore diameter: left – .775, right – .779. Bore restrictions: left – .039 (full), right – .042 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left – .050, right – .046. Weight: 10 lbs. 6 oz. Drop at comb: 1-3/4″, drop at heel: 2″. LOP: 14″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine as found. Bbls retain 95-97% orig toned blued finish with light blue remaining on the rib extension and orig file marks at breech indicating a nearly unused gun. Receiver retains 90%+ orig case hardening which is deep and bold throughout with just beginning spotting and oxidation most notably on left breech ball and trigger plate. Trigger guard retains nearly all of its bright orig blued finish. Triggers appear case hardened. Buttstock and forearm are extremely fine retaining nearly all of their orig finish with minor handling marks, checkering is crisp. This gun ranks among the finest steel bbl 10 Ga “P” grade Parker’s this cataloger has examined and is extremely rare in this configuration. 50594-7 JSL (8,000-14,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3470

3471
$21,850.00

*FINE LITTLE HIGH CONDITION 28 BORE PARKER “VH” SHOTGUN WITH HANG TAGS.

SN 233099. Cal. 28 ga. 2-1/2″ Chambers. 00 Frame. 26″ Bbls are marked with Parker’s Meriden CT address and “VULCAN STEEL” on matted rib. Bbl flats are stamped with usual Parker markings and proofs. Case hardened action with all correct markings on water table which has lightening cuts, features automatic safety and dbl triggers. It is engraved in usual “V” style with wiggle borders and screw surrounds. “PARKER BROS” is engraved on both sides of action. Blued trigger guard has SN on tang. Plain American walnut Parker Meriden capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over Parker dogs head buttplate. Stock has usual “V” style point pattern checkering. A vacant German silver shield is on toe line. Typical splinter forend has usual release. This gun matches specifications listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger. Bore diameter: left -.550, right – .550. Bore restrictions: left – .023 (full), right – .016 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .029, right – .024. Drop at heel: 2-3/4″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 5 lbs. 10 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. Gun is accompanied by two hang tags, each with instructions on one side and schematic mechanical drawing on the other side. No specifications listed. PROVENANCE: Hang tags. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain over 95% orig blue with some light scratches and nicks. Action retains approx 90% orig case hardening color, strong on top and sides, fading to silver and thinning on bottom, which also has a few small areas of flecking. Blue of trigger guard has flaked to about 40%. Color on forend latch has mostly gone to silver, but some hints of color are visible. Hinge pin retains about half of its bright blue. Stocks retain over 95% orig varnish, some areas worn through at comb, with a number of small marks, and a 4″ long compression scratch on right side of buttstock. Checkering is lightly worn. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. A cute little small bore Parker, with approx 772 made in this bbl length. 50538-1 MGM121 (17,500-27,500) C&R – Lot 3471

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3472
$20,125.00

*FABULOUS PARKER VHE 28 GAUGE IN SKEET CONFIGURATION WITH BOX AND HANG TAGS.

SN 236954. Cal. 28 ga. 26″ bbls. 2-7/8″ chambers. Full length matted top rib with twin ivory beads and marked “Parker Bros. Makers Meriden. CT. U.S.A. Parker Vulcan Steel”. 00 frame. Water table with lightning cuts, SN and grade designation noted. Bbl flats with unstruck bbl weight of 2 lbs. 13 ozs. Parker SST, automatic ejectors, automatic safety. Straight grip stock, checkered in 2-point pattern with checkered butt and engraved nickel shield with large “G”. Beaver tail forearm checkered in typical “V” pattern with Deeley latch and proper reinforcing bolt at muzzle end. Receiver is zig-zag border engraved and marked “PARKER” on bottom of frame. Accompanied by a cardboard shipping box with “The Parker Gun” type end label identifying this gun by SN and other measurements. Included in the box are 2 hang tags, one identifying this gun as currently found, and a yellow Parker instruction hang tag. Also included is the late 1930’s “CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR CHOICE OF A PARKER GUN” pamphlet. Bore diameter: left – .558, right – .550. Bore restrictions: left – .023 (full), right – .004 (imp. cyl.). Minimum wall thickness: left – .020, right – .026 . Weight: 5 lbs. 15 oz. Drop at comb: 1-5/8″, drop at heel: 2-1/4″. LOP: 14-1/4″ from rear position sgl trigger. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Exceptional showing nearly all of a high quality expert restoration. Bbls and trigger guard retain nearly all of a high quality rust blued restored finish. Receiver retains 97-99% bright restored Parker type case colors. Buttstock and forearm are exceptional as restored and retain most of their high quality custom high gloss finish. Checkering is crisp and gun has been very little used since restoration. Contemporary box appears oil stained and scuffed, corners are strong, hang tags with oil stains and creases. 51033-8 JSL (12,500-17,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3472

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3473
$18,400.00

*FABULOUS CONSECUTIVE SERIAL NUMBERED PAIR OF PARKER VHE 20 GAUGE SKEET CONFIGURED GUNS.

SN 240686/240687. 1) Cal. 20 ga. 26″ bbls with 2-3/4″ chambers. Full length matted rib with ivory front bead. #0 frame. Water table marked with SN and grade designation and bbl flats with unstruck bbl weight of 3 lbs. 3 oz. and production code “KG” (May 1938). Parker SST, automatic ejectors, automatic safety. Straight grip finely figured American walnut stock checkered in 2-pt pattern with nickel shield with initials “FLB” engraved. Large beavertail forearm checkered in 3-pt pattern with Deeley latch and proper reinforcing bolt at tip. Buttstock with slightly mushrooming old leather faced pad which appears orig and untouched. Receiver with typical zig-zag border pattern engraving and marked “Parker” on bottom frame. Trigger guard with zig-zag border pattern and SN noted at tang. Bore diameter: left – .615, right – .616. Bore restrictions: left – .020 (mod), right – .016 (mod). Minimum wall thickness: left – .018 (2″ in front of forearm, otherwise .022), right – .025 . Weight: 7 lbs. Drop at comb: 1-1/2″, drop at heel: 2-1/2″. LOP: 14-1/16″. 2) Cal. 20 ga. 26″ bbls with 2-3/4″ chambers. Full length matted rib with twin ivory beads. #0 frame. Water table marked with SN and grade designation and bbl flats with unstruck bbl weight of 3 lbs. 3 oz. and production code “KG” (May 1938). Parker SST, automatic ejectors, automatic safety. Straight grip finely figured American walnut stock checkered in 2-pt pattern with nickel shield with initials “FLB” engraved. Large beavertail forearm checkered in 3-pt pattern with Deeley latch and proper reinforcing bolt at tip. Buttstock with slightly mushrooming old leather faced pad (less so than gun #1) which appears orig and untouched. Receiver with typical zig-zag border pattern engraving and marked “Parker” on bottom frame. Trigger guard with zig-zag border pattern and SN noted at tang. Bore diameter: left – .617, right – .617. Bore restrictions: left – .022 (mod), right – .013 (lt mod). Minimum wall thickness: left – .023 , right – .022 . Weight: 6 lbs. 14 oz. Drop at comb: 1-7/16″, drop at heel: 2-3/8″. LOP: 14-1/8″. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: 1) Exceptionally fine as found. Bbls retain 96-98% orig blued finish with a couple of light scratches and handling marks. Buttstock and forearm are excellent and orig with scattered light handling marks and retain 95-98% of their orig hand-rubbed finish. Receiver retains nearly all of its bright & bold orig case color, just starting to tone on bottom of frame and at breech balls. Trigger guard retains 70% orig blue, dark and rich at bow and end of tang, toning at grip. This is truly an exceptional skeet gun. 2) Exceptionally fine as found. Bbls retain 96-98% orig blued finish with a couple of light scratches and handling marks. Buttstock and forearm are excellent and orig with scattered light handling marks and repair behind top tang through wrist with a couple of other grain separations near trigger guard that can be restored and made invisible as they are directly along the grain. Butt checkering has been chased. Receiver retains approximately 90% bold case color, just starting to tone on bottom of frame and at breech balls. Trigger guard retains 80% plus orig blue, dark and rich at bow and end of tang, toning at grip. A unique opportunity to own a fabulous pair of consecutively SN Parker”s with options and used very little. 51058-2 JSL (12,000-18,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3473

3474
$8,625.00

*SCARCE PARKER VHE 20 GA IN SKEET CONFIGURATION.

SN 238337. Cal. 20 ga. 26″ Vulcan steel bbls, 2-5/8″ Cham., full length matted rib marked “Parker Bro., Makers. Meriden, CT. U.S.A. Vulcan Steel Steel”, “0” frame. Bbl flats marked “Skeet In/Skeet Out”. Parker SST auto ejectors, non-auto safety. Straight gripped stock checkered in 2-point pattern with nickel shield at toe and checkered butt. Beavertail forend with proper reinforcement bolt, checkered in 3-point pattern. Proper reinforced lug on bbls for forearm. Frame lightly engraved in typical “V” grade zig-zag border pattern and marked “Parker” on bottom of frame. Buttstock is flame grain American walnut. Bore diameter: left – .618, right – .618. Bore restrictions: left – .014 (LT MOD), right – .015 (LT MOD). Minimum wall thickness: left – .028, right – .028. Weight: 7 lbs. Drop at comb: 1-1/2″, drop at heel: 2″. LOP: 13-7/8″ from rear position single trigger. Twin ivory bead sights. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent as refurbished. Bbls retain approximately 90-95% restored blued finish. Receiver retains most of its restored purple iridescent case color which is starting to age and tone. Trigger guard retains approximately half of its restored blued finish, toning at grip. Buttstock and forearm retain most of their high gloss finish with scattered handling marks and scratches throughout. Bores are excellent. Bbls are ever so slight off the face. Mechanics are good, trigger works and ejectors are in time. 50604-8 JSL (3,500-5,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3474

3475
$0.00

*EXCELLENT CUSTOMIZED PARKER VHE 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN WITH STRAIGHT STOCK.

SN 117791. Cal. 20 ga. 26″ bbls with 2-3/4″ chambers and full length matted top rib with twin ivory beads, marked “Parker Brothers, Makers. Meriden, Conn. Vulcan Steel”. 0 frame. Dbl triggers, extractor, non-automatic safety. Straight grip buttstock checkered in 2-point pattern with elongated teardrops behind action and skeleton steel buttplate with checkered center. Splinter forearm checkered in standard “V” pattern with Deeley latch and steel tip. Frame is zig-zag border engraved and marked “Parker Bros.” on side. Custom trigger guard is scroll engraved at bow, floral engraved at tang with SN noted. Two old sling swivel holes in bottom rib plugged with small screws. Bore diameter: left – .618, right – .618. Bore restrictions: left – .017 (mod), right – .006 (mod). Minimum wall thickness: left – .030, right – .032 . Weight: 6 lbs. 6 oz. Drop at comb: 1-7/16″, drop at heel: 2-9/16″. LOP: 14-1/8″. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Exceptional as refurbished and retains virtually all of its custom finish to both wood and metal. Buttstock and forearm are excellent replacements. Skeleton butt is near mint. Bores are excellent, near mirror. Mechanics are crisp. 51033-16 (4,000-6,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3475

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3476
$10,350.00

*HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION 16 GAUGE PARKER “VHE” SHOTGUN WITH SINGLE TRIGGER AND BEAVERTAIL FOREND.

SN 242157. Cal. 16 ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. 1 Frame. 26″ Bbls are unmarked on matted rib. Bbl flats are stamped with Ilion marks with date code “PK” (June 1941), as well as chokes (imp cyl and mod) and proofs. Splinter is of reinforced type. Case hardened action with all correct markings on water table, features automatic safety and single selective Parker trigger. It is engraved in usual “V” style with wiggle borders and screw surrounds. “PARKER” is engraved on bottom of action. Blued trigger guard has SN on tang. Lightly figured American walnut Parker Ilion capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over Parker dogs head buttplate. Stock has usual “V” style point pattern checkering. A vacant german silver shield is on toe line. Long beavertail ejector forend has reinforcing bolt and usual release. This gun is not listed in the PARKER GUN IDENTIFICATION & SERIALIZATION ledger (too late). Bore diameter: left -.673, right – .673. Bore restrictions: left – .011 (IC), right – .016 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .030, right – .026. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, very close to new, with only one or two minor flecks in excellent orig bbl blue. Action retains essentially all of its color with some minor loss due to flaking on right side of trigger plate. There are some very light speckles on left side of action. Trigger guard has some light flecking but retains nearly all of its blue. Case colors on forend latch are nearly all intact, but lacquer is mostly gone. Hinge pin retains essentially all of its temper blue. Stocks retain essentially all of their varnish finish, with a few nicks and dings, which has considerable patterning covering 80% of butt and forend from contact with inside of gun case or sock. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are strong and in time. Trigger works. A superb untouched benchmark Parker. 50594-25 MGM120 (6,500-11,500) C&R – Lot 3476

3477
$3,450.00

*SCARCE PARKER VHE TRAP OR LIVE BIRD GUN.

SN 235847. Cal. 12 ga. 2-5/8″ Cham. 32″ Vulcan steel bbls with full length ventilated matted rib and twin ivory beads marked “Parker Bros. Makers Meriden, CT. U.S.A. Vulcan Steel”. 1-1/2 frame. Water table marked with SN and grade designation. Bbl flats with unstruck bbl weight of 4 lbs. 1 oz. and marked “Overload Proved / Parker Bros.” Unusual single selective trigger most likely a variation of the Miller trigger with swivel lever selector built into the front of the trigger. Auto ejectors, no safety. Replacement highly figured walnut straight grip stock with checkered side panels and English style teardrop behind action checkered in elongated 2-point pattern and engraved nickel shield near toe with “FKS”. 1/2″ black spacer and black “Kickeez” pad. Replacement beavertail forearm checkered in 3-point pattern with Deeley latch and proper reinforcement bolt. Receiver is zig-zag border engraved and marked “Parker Bros” on both sides. Trigger guard bow with zig-zag pattern, tang extended and SN re-cut at tang. Bore diameter: left – .729, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .014 (IC), right – .038 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left – .036, right – .033. Weight: 8 lbs. 5 oz. Drop at comb: 1-1/2″, drop at heel: 2-1/16″. LOP: 14-3/8″ from rear position single trigger. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent as restored. Bbls retain 95-98% of a high quality restored blued finish. Receiver retains 90-95%+ factory quality restored case color. Buttstock and forearm as noted above are nicely made custom replacements with nice grain pattern. Buttstock retains approximately 85% of its custom varnish. Forearm is excellent and retains most of its custom finish. Trigger guard retains 75-80% of its custom blued finish. Tang screws are well done replacements. Trigger works well, action is tight and on face, ejectors are in time. A neat special order VHE with unusual single trigger selector. 50604-13 JSL (2,750-4,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3477

3478
$2,875.00

*PARKER VHE 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 242084. Cal. 12 ga. 26″ bbls. 2-3/4″ chambers. Full length matted rib with ivory mid and front bead. 1-1/2 frame. Water table with SN and grade designation. Bbl flats with unstruck bbl weight of 4 lbs 2 oz. Parker SST, automatic ejectors, non-automatic safety. Custom straight grip stock of American walnut is checkered in 2-point pattern with nickel shield near toe and nicely checkered butt. Splinter forearm checkered in typical V-pattern with Deeley latch that is zig-zag border engraved and steel tip. Receiver with typical zig-zag border pattern and marked “Parker” on bottom of frame. Trigger guard bow with zig-zag pattern and custom extended tang with enhanced SN engraved. Bore diameter: left – .728, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .001 (skeet), right – .001 (skeet). Minimum wall thickness: left – .032, right – .033. Weight: 7 lbs. 7 oz. Drop at comb: 1-1/2″, drop at heel: 2″. LOP: 14-1/16″. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain approximately 80% of what appears to be their orig blue with light scratches and minor staining. Receiver retains 50% lightly faded original case hardening. Custom buttstock is a well done replacement in American walnut and retains most of its hand-rubbed finish. Forearm appears orig and has been restored and retains most of its hand-rubbed finish. This gun likely started life as a pistol grip and has been made into a straight stocked gun. Checkering is sharp. Bores are excellent. Trigger functions well. Gun is tight and on-face. 50604-6 JSL (2,500-4,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3478

3479
$46,000.00

*TRULY SPECTACULAR DOCUMENTED LEFEVER 12 GA OPTIMUS GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 46042. Cal. 12ga. 30″ Whitworth fluid steel bbls, 2-3/4″ Cham., full length matted rib with twin ivory beads, muzzle engraved with light border pattern, breech engraved with burst of scroll on both sides and classic LeFever gold bbl bands at wings. Right tube marked on top “LeFever Arms, Co.”, left tube marked “Whitworth Fluid Steel”, both with light scroll accent underneath. Bottom of bbl tubes with Whitworth trademark stamping and SN on left tube. Double gold plated checkered triggers, however this gun likely started life with one of Uncle Dan’s reliable single triggers as a faint “R” can be seen in front of safety slide and it is noted with a single trigger when pictured in Elliot’s book on LeFever shotguns. Capped pistol grip buttstock with vacant gold oval is fabulously checkered in flowing fleur-de-lis pattern which extends into a floral leaf pattern behind comb. Traditional ebony inserts behind stepped lockplates. Auto ejectors, auto safety. Splinter forearm with push button release is gold inlaid with spaniel retrieving a bird and checkered multi-level horn tip. Forearm is spectacularly checkered in 3-panel pattern with scrolls and fleur-de-lis accents. Lockplates are fully and superbly engraved in flowing LeFever rose and scroll pattern with two pointers in grass on left with flushing quail and two pointers (1 on point, 1 honoring) on right. “LeFever Arms Co.” in beautifully executed banner on both sides. Gold-plated cocking indicators accent all of this finely detailed engraving on lockplates. Front of right lockplate with woodcock, left with quail. Bbl bolsters are fully sculpted with three well executed clover leaves flowing into sculpted butterfly wings which are scroll engraved. Top of frame is superbly engraved in scroll and sculpted top lever with gold inlaid pigeon with punch dot shaded background. Lined safety is engraved in chain link pattern with two gold bars. Bottom of receiver is spectacularly fully scroll engraved with well executed red stag in stylized oval panel. Bottom of frame is sculpted as is typically seen on these high grade LeFever’s. Trigger plate is fully engraved with eight patent dates noted and scroll engraving. Trigger guard fully scroll engraved with gold inlaid setter on bow surrounded by well executed scalloped scroll, SN engraved at tang. Grip cap with modern floral scrimshaw. Bore diameter: left – .729, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .038 (full), right – .039 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left – .036, right – .032. Weight: 8 lbs. Drop at comb: 1-5/8″, drop at heel: 3-1/4″. LOP: 14-3/8″ over modern “Old English Pachmayr” pad. PROVENANCE: Private single owner advanced LeFever Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent as partially restored. Bbls retain virtually all of a best quality re-black. Receiver retains 30-40% light orig case color which is mostly hidden due to the full coverage engraving. Buttstock and forearm are excellent and retain nearly all of their restored somewhat shiny finish. Checkering is crisp as restored. Front of frame at forearm shows minute damage at knuckle though is almost imperceptible. Mechanics are excellent, bores are bright and shiny, ejectors are slightly out of time. This exact Optimus is pictured on pg. 81 & 83 of Uncle Dan Master Gun Maker by Robert Elliot. This is truly an exceptional mid-range steel bbl Optimus which is guaranteed authentic and these are very rarely offered for sale publicly, truly a special example. 51051-1 JSL (45,000-75,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3479

3480
$51,750.00

*SPECTACULAR AND EXCEEDINGLY RARE LEFEVER AA GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 51050. Cal. 12ga. 30″ Krupp fluid steel bbls with full length matted rib and brass front bead. Right bbl marked at breech “LeFever Arms Co.”, left bbl marked “Krupp Fluid Steel” and engraved with burst of scroll at breech. 2-5/8″ Cham. Water table marked with SN and grade stamping “AA”. Double gold-plated and checkered triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. Fabulously figured Circassian walnut straight gripped stock, checkered in elongated pattern with flowing waves to comb. Ebony inserts behind lockplates, un-engraved gold shield near toe and LeFever Arms Co. monogrammed HRBP. Gold-plated cocking indicators, stepped sideplates. Splinter forearm is fully checkered with checkered horn tip and fully engraved escutcheon with gold inlaid bust of spaniel surrounded by floral scroll. Breech balls are beautifully sculpted with twin clovers that flow perfectly into LeFever’s stylized butterfly wings breech. Lockplates are extensively scroll engraved with two pointers in game scene on left, two setters in game scene on right, surrounded by classic type and well executed LeFever scroll and geometric designs. Left lockplate with woodcock at front, right with quail, both sides with fabulously executed “LeFever Arms Co.” in banner. Bottom of frame with typical LeFever scalloped ellipses engraved with duck landing in game scene and nicely scroll and geometric design engraved. Trigger guard with setter in game scene on bow surrounded by scroll and SN at tang. Top lever beautifully scroll engraved in pattern that matches forearm with gold pigeon inlay and top of frame with superbly executed LeFever scroll and geometric designs. Bore diameter: left – .729, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .022 (MOD), right – .012 (LM). Minimum wall thickness: left – .032, right – .032. Weight: 7 lbs. 6 oz. Drop at comb: 1-5/8″, drop at heel: 2-1/2″. LOP: 14-7/16″. PROVENANCE: Private single owner advanced LeFever Collection. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain 95-97% toned blue with an old repaired ding in left tube approximately 8-1/2″ from muzzle. Receiver retains 35% light orig case color stronger in protected areas, toned to gray on bottom and trigger guard. Buttstock and forearm retain most of an older restored finish with slightly reddish tone, checkering is sharp with light age wear. Buttplate likely an older replacement though fits perfectly and could be orig. Bores are excellent near mirror. Ribs ring perfectly. Mechanics are crisp. Ejectors are in time. In nearly 30 years of collecting and studying LeFever’s this is only the second authentic straight stocked “AA” known to this cataloger. The engraving on this gun is supremely classic mid-range LeFever quality. 51051-2 JSL (30,000-50,000) C&R – Lot 3480

3481
$0.00
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*UNIQUE, UNMARKED, EXCEPTIONALLY HIGH GRADE LEFEVER EJECTOR GUN BEAUTIFULLY FILED, VERY LITTLE ENGRAVING WITH EXTRA BARRELS.

SN 15193. Cal. 12 ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. 28″ and 30″ Damascus bbls, both have matted, concave ribs. 30″ Set is only marked with SN. 28″ set has SN but has additional number “15741”. (The second set of numbers usually denotes either the extra bbls, or later factory work. Most likely this number simply denotes the extra set of bbls.) Both sets are beautifully struck and polished, and have very unusual double ogee raised areas near juncture of action, where most high grade Lefevers have only the single/ rear ogee. 30″ Bbls are somewhat darker in color, and do not have nearly the definition to the Damascus pattern as do the 28″ bbls. Case hardened, Lefever type action with pivoting bolt, later style cocking hook, and in-frame ejectors has early type sideplates incorporating sears and trigger pull adjustment screws, along with usual cocking indicators. SN of this gun predates the present cocking and ejector system, and this gun was undoubtedly returned to the factory for these improvements at a much later date. Early style cross pin has been removed and holes plugged with ivory. Action is beautifully filed with fine fillets and beads. Rear portions of lockplates are stepped, as is found in only the highest grade Lefevers (B and up). Fences are filed in atypical graduated arcs. Most high grade Lefevers have some form of cloverleaf carving to fences. The only engraving consists of well done geometric borders around top lever and along sides of top strap, along with some borders around screw heads, which have very fancy sunburst engraving. Plain case hardened trigger guard has a bit of border engraving at tang, along with SN. Exceptionally fine, beautifully figured and marbled European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14″ over checkered hard rubber buttplate, as is most often seen on D.M. Lefever guns. Drop points are of nicely carved arrowhead type. Checkering is of the first order in point pattern with line borders, and chip carving around base above unusual checkered hard rubber grip cap. There are more closely spaced borderless checkered flairs up toward comb and butt in fancy outline separated from main checkering by thin ribbons. Comb is fluted in typical Lefever high grade style. A vacant gold shield is on toe line. Matching splinter forend with large inset fancy horn tip, is near fully checkered with various spacings, borderless, in very fancy pattern with ribbons separating panels. Rear panel behind late style steel escutcheon is in the form of a shield. 30″ BBLS: Bore diameter: left -.745, right – .745. Bore restrictions: left – .031 (full), right – .031 (full). Wall thickness: left – .040, right – .041. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 9 oz. LOP: 14″. 28″ BBLS: Bore diameter: left -.746, right – .745. Bore restrictions: left – .020 (mod), right – .007 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .039, right – .040. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 5 oz. LOP: 14″. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Jim Beckley. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, mostly original, as found. 30″ Bbls retain nearly all of what is most likely an old re-brown with a few light marks. 28″ Bbls retain approx 95% fine orig brown with fine definition to pattern, lightened just a bit around forend, and with some lightly rubbed spots. Action retains about half of its orig case hardening color, which is quite vivid where protected. Lockplates retain over 80% of their color. Color is very strong on trigger guard bow, silvered somewhat on edges, and at grip. Stocks retain nearly all of what appears to be their orig hand rubbed oil finish, with a number of light marks, grain slightly raised, checkering lightly worn. Bores are excellent, with a hint of frosting in 28″ bbls. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. A wonderful, highly unusual Lefever that certainly raises more questions than it answers. Certifiable antique ivory front bead. 50632-1 MGM71 (20,000-30,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3481

3482
$48,875.00

*INCREDIBLY RARE HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION LEFEVER BE GRADE 20 GA SHOTGUN.

SN 54604. Cal. 20ga. 28″ Damascus bbls, 3″ Cham., full length matted top rib with brass front bead. Water table marked with SN on right side and traditional LeFever small bore (XX) marking on left flat and grade designation “B” along with large (O) above grade stamping. Double gold-plated finely checkered triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety, gold plated cocking indicators. Rounded capped semi-pistol grip stock with 5-point checkering and flowing wave pattern towards comb, vacant gold oval near toe and lined horn buttplate. Buttstock with spectacular pattern and grain flow. Splinter forearm finely checkered in 5-point pattern with scroll engraved escutcheon and engraved steel tip. Lockplates are beautifully engraved in classic late Ithaca made LeFever styling with two pointers in farm scene on left, two setters in similar scene on right all surrounded by well executed flowing scroll work. Front of lockplates with woodcock in oval on left and quail on right. Breech balls are beautifully sculpted with singe three leaf clover on each side which flows into butterfly ellipses on bbl at breech. Beautiful small burst of scroll engraved at breech on bbls. Bottom of frame is nicely sculpted and engraved with two geese in classic Ithaca/LeFever styling all surrounded by geometric design and scroll work. Front of trigger plates with patent dates, trigger guard bow with flying duck surrounded by scroll and SN noted at tang. Top of frame and top lever with superb scroll and geometric design. It is interesting to note that after the SN on left bbl tube there is a clear “A” grade stamping. It is well known amongst LeFever collectors that Ithaca was using leftover parts to assemble many of these later guns. This gun does not have stepped sideplates as typically found on most “B” grade guns and this is exactly what collectors would expect to see in an Ithaca assembled high grade LeFever. Bore diameter: left – .621, right – .621. Bore restrictions: left – .027 (full), right – .026 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left – .018, right – .016 . Weight: 5lbs. 15 oz. Drop at comb: 1-1/2″, drop at heel: 2-9/16″. LOP: 13-7/8″. PROVENANCE: Private single owner advanced LeFever Collection. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine retaining most all orig finish to both wood and metal. Bbls retain 95-98% bold Damascus pattern. Receiver retains 85-90% dark bold orig case color with beginning edge wear. Trigger guard retains 75-80% bright orig high polish blue. Triggers retain most of their orig plating. Buttstock and forearm are excellent with light handling marks and retain most of their orig finish. There are a few light bumps on left side of butt and a factory replaced minor knot in grain towards heel. Small grain separation at heel on left side. Bores are excellent chambers having been lengthened and a couple of old dents removed. Mechanics are crisp, ejectors are in time. This is truly an exceptional high grade small bore LeFever and only one of just a handful of authentic “B” grade 20 Ga this cataloger has seen in nearly 30 years studying LeFever’s. 51051-3 JSL (30,000-50,000) C&R – Lot 3482

3483
$0.00

*GORGEOUS AS FOUND LEFEVER CE GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 54003. Cal. 12ga. 30″ Krupp fluid steel bbls, 2-3/4″ Cham. Full length matted rib with twin ivory beads, tops of bbls marked on right tube “LeFever Arms Co. Krupp” and left tube “Steel Syracuse. N.Y. U.S.A.” Bbls are scalloped with typical LeFever butterfly ellipses. Water table marked with SN and grade designation “C”. Nickel plated double triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock with ebony insert behind lockplates and nickel oval near toe, beautifully figured French walnut. Splinter forearm with beautiful engraved clam shell opener and steel tip. Receiver is tastefully engraved with two setters on right, two pointers left in game scene surrounded by LeFever’s elegant light scroll engraving. Top of action engraved in typical C pattern. Back of top tang with engraved screws and set screw behind safety. Bottom of frame tastefully scroll engraved as are scalloped butterfly wings. Trigger guard engraved with two ducks in marsh scene and SN at tang. Forearm checkered in 3-point pattern as is buttstock with tasteful wave panel towards comb. No patent dates noted at front of trigger guard plate as is often seen though appears orig and untouched. Bore diameter: left – .730, right – .743. Bore restrictions: left – .035 (full), right – .034 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left – .038, right – .030 . Weight: 7 lbs. 10 oz. Drop at comb: 1-5/8″, drop at heel: 2-7/16″. LOP: 14-1/8″. PROVENANCE: Private single owner advanced LeFever Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent as found. Bbls retain 85-90% toned ancient restored rust blue with a couple of small areas of minor touch up on bbl flats and near hook. Bores are near excellent with minor polish marks. Receiver retains 60-70% thinning case color, stronger on sideplates, toned on bottom and at trigger guard. Left lockplate is particularly vibrant. Buttstock is excellent and retains most of its orig varnish with scattered handling marks and light scratches throughout. Right stock finger shows an old repair near front trigger. Left stock finger with tiny repair on bottom at frame, beginning separation on left side of top tang. Orig silvers type recoil pad has hardened and crackled. A beautiful and shootable as found LeFever CE Grade. 51051-4 JSL (12,500-22,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3483

3484
$6,900.00

*EXCELLENT LEFEVER CE GRADE GAME GUN – LIKELY ENGRAVED BY JOSEPH LOY.

SN 38769. Cal. 12ga. 30″. Fine Damascus bbls with full length matted rib and brass front bead. Right side of water table marked with SN and grade stamping. Nickel plated double triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock, checkered in 3-point pattern with wave panel near comb and silver shield towards toe. Pad is a modern “Airocel” brand pad. Splinter forearm is friction type release, checkered in 3-point diamond pattern, escutcheon with burst of scroll and engraved steel tip. Receiver is beautifully and finely engraved with setter on left, pointer in game scene on right surrounded by classic Loy type scroll and flowing geometric design. Both lockplates marked “LeFever Arms Co.” at front. Top and bottom of frame are nicely scroll engraved in typical C fashion. Trigger guard engraved with setter soft mouthing a fallen woodcock in game scene in flowing geometric pattern. Bbl bolsters and breech end of bbls are finely sculpted in typical C grade butterfly wing pattern. PROVENANCE: Private single owner advanced LeFever Collection. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain nearly all of their bold contrast Damascus pattern and are exquisite. Receiver retains 80-85% strong orig case colors starting to tone on bottom of frame near lug though vivid elsewhere, particularly strong on right lockplate, though there is a minor light rub streak on right lock. Buttstock is excellent with minor handling marks and scratches throughout. It is interesting to note there is no teardrop, ebony insert or ivory insert behind the lockplates as is sometimes found on C grades of this vintage though the stock is undoubtedly orig, checkering lightly thinned from handling and hunting. Forearm is very good with wood repair at tip that could be made near invisible by an expert wood restorer today and checkering is very good and lightly thinned with some added finish near tip. Bore diameter: left – .731, right – .734. Bore restrictions: left – .037 (full), right – .037 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left – .031, right – .030 . Weight: 7 lbs. 10 oz. Drop at comb: 1-15/16″, drop at heel: 3-/38″. LOP: 13″ to end of wood, 13-13/16″ over more modern “Airocel” pad. Simply stated, a beautiful example of LeFever workmanship near the pinnacle of their production times and likely engraved by one of the best. 51051-5 JSL (7,500-10,500) C&R – Lot 3484

3485
$5,175.00

EARLY AND RARE SMALL BORE LEFEVER “CE” STYLE SHOTGUN.

SN 20937. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Mono-bloc bbls with wide, flat, matted rib are unmarked on tops or bottoms. Small frame as noted by “XX” marking, early type, semi-sidelock action features usual top fastener, pin type cocking indicators, and “in-frame” ejectors, along with gold-plated dbl triggers. This early gun has the opposed fishhook type cocking system, and ejectors were most likely fitted at a date ten years after this gun was produced. Action is engraved with sprays of well cut scroll along with geometric borders and embellishment on beads. Fences are carved in trefoil or shamrock design, as often found on guns of grade “B” and higher. Sideplates with about 40% coverage well cut scroll have geometric borders which surround oval vignettes of very well cut dogs and game; a setter watches a woodcock fall from the sky on left plate, and a pointer watches three quail disappear into the distance on right. Trigger guard bow depicts exceptionally well done typical Lefever portrait of spaniel retrieving a grouse. SN is on tang, which extends to fluted hard rubber grip cap. Striking, nicely marbled and attractively figured Circassian walnut long pistol grip buttstock measures 13-3/4″ over hard rubber buttplate with “LACO” monogram. Lozenge shaped drop points are behind lockplates, and point pattern checkering at grip has crenelated rear border. Matching splinter forend with steel tip has push button release. Bore diameter: left -.615, right – .612. Bore restrictions: left – .006 (IC), right – .005 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .048, right – .045. Drop at heel: 2-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Cast: approx 1/2″ on. Weight: 7 lbs. 0 oz. LOP: 13-3/4″. Twin ivory bead sights. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Jim Beckley. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine, as refurbished. Bbls retain approx 95% blue applied at time of sleeving. Action and lockplates retain 20 – 30% of what appears to be orig case hardening color where protected, but are mostly a bright silver to gray. Triggers retain traces of their gold plating. Stocks retain nearly all of an old bright oil finish, edges slightly rounded, with a number of subsequent marks, checkering re-cut. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. 50632-6 MGM211 (7,500-12,500) IVORY – Lot 3485

3486
$4,025.00

*SCARCE EARLY LEFEVER D GRADE SHOTGUN WITH BERNARD BBLS.

SN 9766. Cal. 12 ga. 2-7/8″ Cham. (likely for brass cartridges). 30″ bbls full length lightly matted Damascus top rib with brass front bead marked “LeFever Arms Co. Makers & Patentees. Syracuse. N.Y.” Water table marked with SN and grade stamping “D”. Front of frame with cocking rods. This gun is an early pivot opener with beautiful dark streak fiddleback buttstock. Double nickel plated triggers, extractor and auto safety. Cocking indicators on sides of lock plate. Capped full pistol grip buttstock checkered in 2-point pattern with teardrop behind lockplates and nickel oval near toe. Silvers type modern recoil pad with 1/4″ black spacer. Splinter forearm with push button type release checkered in 2-point pattern with carved horn tip. Frame is lightly engraved with setter in hill scene on left, pointer in field scene on right accented by light scroll and both lock plates marked “LeFever Arms Co.” at front. Balance of receiver lightly border engraved. Patent dates noted on trigger plate and light burst of scroll on trigger guard which extends full length to pistol grip cap. SN noted at tang. Fences are nicely sculpted with single round arrow. Bore diameter: left – .768, right – .765. Bore restrictions: left – .046 (full), right – .043 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left – .032, right – .033. Weight: 7 lbs. 13 oz. Drop at comb: 1-7/8″, drop at heel: 3-1/8″. LOP: 14-1/16″. PROVENANCE: Private Single Owner Advanced LeFever Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls are excellent as restored and retain nearly all of their bold and gorgeous Bernard pattern. Receiver is gray with minor spotting on belly of frame. Buttstock and forearm are excellent retaining most of a restored finish and a couple of minor areas of grain knot repair, one near toe and one near tip of forearm. Bores are very good with light orange peel and a couple of beginning pits. Mechanics are very good. Top lever is a touch loose as is forearm. A scarce LeFever with striking bbls and unusual in a “D” grade. 51051-13 JSL (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 3486

3487
$4,025.00

*SCARCE LEFEVER EE GAME GUN – LATE ITHACA ASSEMBLY.

SN 58471. Cal. 12ga. 30″ fluid steel bbls, full length matted rib with brass front bead. Left side of water table stamped “EE”, right side with SN and “2” at front of frame. Blued double triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. Capped pistol grip buttstock, checkered in late 2-point pattern over orig Ithaca style curved lined buttplate. Splinter forearm checkered in 2-point pattern with friction type release and engraved steel tip. Receiver is nicely scroll engraved. Left lockplate with pointer, right lockplate with setter and marked “LeFever Arms Co. Inc.” on left and “Ithaca, N.Y., U.S.A.” Top of action lightly scroll engraved as is top lever. Trigger guard is blued with burst of scroll on bow and SN at tang. Nickel plated cocking indicators. Bore diameter: left – .728, right – .728. Bore restrictions: left – .039 (full), right – .024 (MOD). Minimum wall thickness: left – .032, right – .032 . Weight: 7 lbs. 11 oz. Drop at comb: 1-1/16″, drop at heel: 3″. LOP: 14-1/8″. PROVENANCE: Private single owner advanced LeFever Collection. CONDITION: Excellent as restored. Receiver retains 95-98% of its beautifully restored case color. Buttstock and forearm retain nearly all of their expertly restored finish. Checkering is sharp. Trigger guard retains approximately 90% of its restored blue starting to tone at back of tang. Bores are excellent with a couple of minor repaired dents. Mechanics are crisp. Ejectors are in time. Bbls are slightly off face though action is tight. These late Ithaca produced LeFever’s are quite scarce in a graded gun and this one would make a particularly fine late season pheasant partner. 51051-6 JSL (4,000-7,000) C&R – Lot 3487

3488
$1,495.00

*LEFEVER EE SPECIAL ORDER GAME GUN.

SN 23195. Cal. 12ga. 29-1/4″ bbls (appears orig), 2-5/8″ Cham, full length matted top rib with brass front bead. Water table marked with SN on right flat, no grade marking noted. Double triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock, checkered in classic 2-point pattern with fancy grain towards butt which is finished in finely fitted horn heel and toe plates. Splinter forearm checkered in 2-point pattern with push button release and steel tip are lightly engraved. Lockplates are lightly scroll engraved with pointers in field scenes on both sides and stamped “LeFever Arms Co.” Bottom of frame with lovely burst of scroll around trigger plate. Patent dates noted on trigger plate. Trigger guard is nicely engraved with what appears to be a cocker spaniel soft mouthing a quail to return to its shooter. SN at tang. Bore diameter: left – .737, right – .737. Bore restrictions: left – .014 (LM), right – .012 (LM). Minimum wall thickness: left – .038, right – .036. Weight: 7 lbs. 9 oz. Drop at comb: 1-1/2″, drop at heel: 2-1/4″. LOP: 14-3/16″. PROVENANCE: Private single owner advanced LeFever Collection. CONDITION: Excellent as partially refurbished. Bbl retains most of their professionally restored bold and vivid Damascus pattern. Receiver has toned mostly gray with a hint or two case color in protected areas. Buttstock and forearm rate very good and retain most of a professionally restored finish. Left side of buttstock with grain separation towards heel measuring approximately 2-3/4″ long. Horn heel and toe plates appear orig and are well fitted with minor losses. Bores are very good with some beginning roughness in right tube, more so than left. Mechanics are very good, ejectors are in time. 51051-12 JSL (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 3488

3489
$0.00

EARLY LEFEVER ARMS CO. E GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 9706. Cal. 12ga. 28″ twist bbls (reduced to this length) with 2-7/8″ Cham. (likely for brass cartridges), full length Damascus top rib marked “LeFever Arms Co. Makers and Patentees Syracuse, N.Y.” Front bead is missing. Water table marked with SN and grade designation “E”. Double triggers, extractors, auto safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock checkered in 2-point pattern with fiddleback figure over orig checkered horn buttplate. Push button splinter forearm checkered in 2-point pattern with horn tip. Receiver is chain link border engraved and marked “LeFever Arms Co.” on both sides. Pivot opener top lever and cocking indicators. Full length trigger guard tang as is typically seen on these early cocking rod LeFever’s. Bore diameter: left – .760, right – .770. Bore restrictions: left – .002 (IC), right – .003 (IC). Minimum wall thickness: left – .040, right – .030 . Weight: 7 lbs. 15 oz. Drop at comb: 1-9/16″, drop at heel: 3″. LOP: 13-7/8″. PROVENANCE: Private single owner advanced LeFever Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Receiver retains hints of muted case color, appears untouched and uncleaned since new. Bbls are good retaining 70-80% of their orig twist pattern. Bores are fair with scattered light pitting throughout. Stocks are near excellent retaining what appears to be their orig varnish with scattered scratches and handling marks throughout. Checkering is very good and filled in. Buttplate is good with a couple of worm holes and checkering has softened with some losses. Mechanics are very good. Top lever is a touch loose. 51051-11 JSL (500-1,000) – Lot 3489

3490
$690.00

*EARLY LEFEVER G GRADE GAME GUN.

SN 20645. Cal. 12ga. 30″ American Flag Bunting Damascus bbls, 2-5/8″ Cham. with full length matted rib and brass front bead. Double triggers, extractors, non-auto safety, capped full pistol grip buttstock, checkered in early 3-point pattern with 14″ LOP over LeFever Arms Co. monogrammed buttplate is unusually fine with fiddleback and great figure. Splinter forearm checkered in 2-point pattern with push button release and steel tip. Un-engraved frame marked “LeFever Arms Co.” on both sides. Steel cocking indicators. Bore diameter: left – .731, right – .731. Bore restrictions: left – .020 (MOD), right – .03 (IC). Minimum wall thickness: left – .036, right – .042 . Weight: 8 lbs. 1 oz. Drop at comb: 1-13/16″, drop at heel: 3-1/16″. LOP: 14″. PROVENANCE: Private single owner advanced LeFever Collection. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain 80-85% orig pattern with scattered light staining. Receiver has toned mostly gray/brown with a hint or two of case color visible. Buttstock and forearm are excellent as restored with minor handling marks and retain most of their renewed finish. Bores are very good with scattered light pitting. Mechanics are excellent, lockup is tight. 51051-10 JSL (600-1,000) C&R – Lot 3490

3491
$16,100.00

EXCEPTIONALLY RARE LEFEVER ARMS COMPANY “C GRADE” SIDE COCKING DRILLING, PICTURED IN ELIOTT & COBB’S LEFEVER BOOK.

SN 6647. Cal. 10 ga x 10 ga x 45-70. This fine, early, exceedingly rare Lefever offering has 30″ fine Damascus shotgun bbls with steel rifle bbl mounted as top rib. Top rear of this bbl is engraved “Lefever Arms Co. Syracuse, NY”. Single standing leaf semi-buckhorn rear sight is soldered on. Steel front bead is dovetailed through small base. Bbl flats are nicely polished and have owners initials (?) “RL” lightly punched in. SN is on bottom of left bbl. Case hardened hammerless sidelock action with long cocking lever on left side, is marked with SN and grade on water table, and features Lefever’s compensating improvements with split lump, ball and socket hinge joint, as well as long push-up bbl release lever on top tang. Action also features an unusual grip safety (?), typical Lefever cocking indicators, and double triggers. It appears that rifle bbl is fired by rear trigger. Opening lever retracts dual forward sliding locking pins that engage shotgun bbls either side of rifle bbl. housed under cover in top. Action is engraved with about 30% coverage of various sized well cut scroll. This scroll is counterpoint to exceptionally well detailed dogs in field settings on lockplates; setter on left plate in front of fence line pointing pair of quail (?) in grass, and a pointing pointer on right. Trigger guard bow depicts a classic Lefever spaniel with duck in mouth. Top plate has scroll surrounding oval vignette of a standing buck. The front of each lockplate is engraved “Lefever Arms Co”. Trigger plate is engraved “Pat 1872-78″. Fine lightly streaked European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14″ over checkered horn buttplate with spur. Horn grip cap has fluted edges. Comb is thin. Scallop patterned checkering has line border. Matching splinter forend has inset slightly schnabeled horn tip with push button release, and is fitted with very early Lefever cam to actuate extractors. Bore diameter: left -.773, right -.773. Bore restrictions: left -.023 (Mod), right -.027 (IMod). Minimum wall thickness: left -.052, right -.035. Drop at heel: approx 3″, drop at comb: approx 2-1/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 9 lbs 11 oz. LOP: 14”. PROVENANCE: This very gun is pictured on page 36 and 37 of Elliott & Cobb’s LEFEVER: GUNS OF LASTING FAME. Lifetime Lefever Arms Collection of Scott Lefever. CONDITION: Very fine, as partially refinished. Bbls retain 80 – 90% orig Damascus brown, with excellent definition to pattern, which is somewhat thinned and turned darker brown along sides, and has a few light marks. Action retains a considerable amount, perhaps half, of its orig case hardening color, fairly strong where protected, but turning to brown and fading. Cocking lever retains perhaps more than half of its orig bright temper blue. Stocks refinished, and retain nearly all of that finish over a number of marks, checkering re-cut. Stock has been broken through the wrist and repaired. This repair is very difficult to detect, and appears solid. Horn of buttplate is very fine, showing some crazing. There is a fingernail sized chip out of horn on grip cap. Bores are excellent with a hint of frosting and one or two light dents. Rifle bore is excellent with strong, sharp rifling throughout. Action is tight. (Not sure exactly how the rifle bbl is fired, and it may not work.) 50254-1 MGM141 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 3491

3492
$8,625.00

TRULY EXCEPTIONAL DOCUMENTED BARBER & LEFEVER HIGH GRADE HAMMER GUN.

SN 164. Cal. 10 ga. 3″ Chambers. 31″ High grade 7-blade Damascus bbls. Full length Damascus top rib with brass front bead marked “D.M. Lefever, Successor to Barber & Lefever, Syracuse N.Y.” Water table marked with SN and “Lefever PAT’D Sept. 3, 1872”. Dbl triggers, extractor, no safety. Thumb push opener. Buttstock is highly figured with fiddle back and checkered in fine 3-point pattern and fully checkered around ball grip with approximately dime sized gold inlaid game scene engraved grip cap. Fine arrow point sculptured in stock behind lockplates. Near fully checkered splinter forearm with Deeley latch and internal plunger release is finely engraved in shell pattern towards breech and floral pattern and knurled towards muzzle. Receiver is finely scroll engraved with flowing scroll and chain link border pattern and marked “Barber & Lefever” at front of lockplates. Hammers are extremely fine and sculptured with scroll engraving and serpent engraved on tops near firing pins. Top strap is finely scroll engraved with chain link border pattern and floral screw heads. Bottom of receiver is tastefully scroll engraved with approximately 50% coverage and is finely filed and wave sculptured. Trigger guard bow with bust of dog soft mouthing a woodcock to return to its owner surrounded by tastefully executed scroll and chain link border pattern. This exact gun is pictured on pgs 24-27, of Lefever: Guns of Lasting Fame, by Elliott and Cobb. Bore diameter: left – .787, right – .780. Bore restrictions: left – .024 (mod), right – .016 (light mod). Minimum wall thickness: left – .040, right – .044 . Weight: 8 lbs. 15 oz. Drop at comb: 2-1-16″, drop at heel: 2-7/8″. LOP: 13-7/8″. PROVENANCE: Lifetime Lefever Arms Collection of Scott Lefever. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbls retain 70-80% vivid bold contrast Damascus pattern, toned in grip area towards breech. Receiver retains 40-50% nice orig case hardening with dark flashes of color visible on both lockplates and at top of frame, toned towards bottom and front of frame, though trigger plate retains most of its orig case color. Trigger guard, bow and tang have toned to a pleasing gray/silver. Buttstock and forearm are exceptional as restored, checkering re-cut many years ago and excellent overall. Bores are excellent with scattered light pitting. Action is tight. Hammers are crisp. Screw heads are all excellent and unmarred. In nearly 30 years of studying Lefever’s this is the finest example of a Barber & Lefever this cataloger has examined. This extremely rare high grade gun has not been offered publicly in more than 25 years. 50254-4 JSL (8,000-12,000) – Lot 3492

3493
$31,625.00

*EXCEPTIONALLY RARE, HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION, 16 GAUGE D.M. LEFEVER BOXLOCK EJECTOR CROSSBOLT GUN IN HIGH GRADE APPROXIMATELY 6/C WITH CASE.

SN 2030. Cal. 16 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. A very fine example of the D.M. Lefever crossbolt guns, this small bore gun is in exceptionally fine orig condition. It has 28″ Krupp steel bbls with matted game rib. Bbl flats are unmarked. Bottoms of bbls are marked with steel type and SN. Case hardened boxlock action with only SN on water table has typical knurled roll safety, Greener type crossbolt fastener, and is fitted with nickel-plated single trigger with selector through cheeks of stock. Like most all of Lefever guns, this action has the ball and socket adjustable hinge. Action is engraved with 50% coverage of varying sized scroll surrounding well done vignettes of dogs and game; setter on left, pointer on right, and a quail hiding under a sprig of grass on bottom. A duck flies across marsh on trigger guard bow. Trigger plate is engraved “THE” “D. M. LEFEVER CO” “PATD 1902″. SN is on trigger guard tang. Nicely marbled and lightly figured European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 13-3/16″ over checkered hard rubber buttplate. Side panels have lozenge shaped drop points. Checkering at grip is of point pattern with line borders, and with fancy more closely spaced checkered flourishes into butt. Rounded oval grip cap is of hard rubber. There is a vacant silver shield on toe line. Comb is neatly fluted in often seen Lefever style. Matching splinter forend with inset shaped horn tip, houses ejector system, and has knurled roll release. Bore diameter: left -.661, right – .662. Bore restrictions: left – .011 (Lt mod), right – .009 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .032, right – .029. Drop at heel: 2-3/4″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Neutral cast. Weight: 6 lbs. 3 oz. LOP: 13-3/16”. Gun is housed in an old leather case with brass corners, and is most likely orig. Top is embossed with black initials “H. C. M.” Case contains a pair of Parker Hale snap caps, Powers brass cleaning rod with oiler, and turnscrew in handle, with most of its orig brushes and mops, along with a Tomlinson gun cleaner in its box, and another of the same type, but loose, by BGI. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Jim Beckley. CONDITION: Excellent, orig as found. Bbls retain over 95% of what appears to be their orig blue. Action retains over 90% of its orig watery case hardening color, silvered slightly on bottom and top tang. Case hardening of trigger guard is silvered on sides and at grip. Stocks retain nearly all of their orig hand rubbed oil finish with a few scattered light marks. Grain slightly raised. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Trigger seems to work well. Case leather is fine with many scuffs and rubs. Straps and handle are good. Interior cloth is fine, with some areas of fading and a number of rubs. Accessories are very fine. A very rare small bore Lefever in astounding orig condition. 50632-2 MGM31 (20,000-30,000) C&R – Lot 3493

3494
$0.00

*EXCEPTIONALLY RARE D. M. LEFEVER “5B” GRADE TRIGGER PLATE ACTION GAME GUN.

SN 1196. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ Bbls fitted with slightly raised, narrow, matted rib, are engraved “FINE” “DAMASCUS” on tops. SN is stamped on bottom of right bbl. Rear portions of bbls are carved with typical Lefever high grade ogee decoration. Case hardened, trigger plate type, boxlock action features knurled roll safety, crossbolt top fastener, and gold-plated dbl triggers with finger blades checkered. Action is engraved with 50% coverage well cut scroll within geometric borders surrounding oval vignettes of double dogs on sides; setters on left, pointers on right. Bottom of action depicts a portrait of a spaniel (?). Front sides of action are engraved “D. M. LEFEVER – SONS + Co” on swags. Trigger plate is engraved “PATENTED 1902” in oval, and “NOT” “CONNECTED” “WITH” “LEFEVER ARMS CO”. Trigger guard bow is engraved with scene of pointer. SN is on tang which extends to checkered hard rubber grip cap. Nicely marbled and lightly figured flesh-toned Circassian walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 13-3/8″ over checkered wood butt with hard rubber heel and toe plates. Side panels are checkered and have small lozenge shaped drop points. Checkering at grip is of point pattern, and has arched ribbon separating top and bottom fields, as well as large flourishes into butt separated from main checkering by ribbon. A gold shield on toe line is engraved “RGG”. Grade is not stamped on metal parts of this fine gun, but removal of grip cap reveals SN and “B” stamped five times (5B). Matching splinter ejector forend has fancy shaped horn tip, and knurled button release. Bore diameter: left -.730, right – .730. Bore restrictions: left – .035 (full), right – .017 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .040, right – .035. Drop at heel: 2-13/16″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 3 oz. LOP: 13-3/8″. Ivory bead sight. PROVENANCE: Lifetime Lefever Arms Collection of Scott Lefever. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine, as partially refinished. Bbls retain nearly all of a fine quality re-brown, with good definition to pattern. Action retains 40 – 50% orig case hardening color, which was never very strong, considerably silvered overall. Stocks retain 80 – 85% orig hand rubbed oil finish, with numerous light marks and dents, checkering darkened, and has not been re-cut. Checkering on forend is considerably worn, and somewhat dented from normal hand wear. Bores are very good, shiny, with scattered pitting and frosting. Action is a touch loose. Ejectors will not fire. Screw slots show considerable use, one adjustment (?) screw missing from right side of trigger plate. A small chip is missing from front of grip cap. A scarce high grade D.M. Lefever. 50254-3 MGM142 (15,000-25,000) IVORY – Lot 3494

3495
$10,925.00

*SCARCE D. M. LEFEVER “8E” GRADE TRIGGER PLATE ACTION GAME GUN.

SN 1111. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ Bbls fitted with slightly raised, matted rib, are engraved “KRUPP” “FLUID STEEL” on tops. SN is stamped on bottom of right bbl. Rear portions of bbls are carved with typical Lefever high grade ogee decoration. Case hardened, trigger plate type, boxlock action features knurled roll safety, crossbolt top fastener, and nickel-plated dbl triggers. Action is engraved with 30% coverage well cut scroll and line borders surrounding finely detailed vignettes of dogs on sides; pointing pointer on left, and pointing setter on right. Bottom of action depicts a flying woodcock. “D. M. LEFEVER – SONS + Co” is at the bottom of each dog scene. Trigger plate is engraved “PATENTED 1902”, and “NOT” “CONNECTED” “WITH” “LEFEVER ARMS CO”. Trigger guard bow is engraved with circular scene of portrait of pointer, with ducks in background. SN is on tang which extends to checkered hard rubber grip cap. Lightly marbled and figured flesh-toned Circassian walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over checkered hard rubber buttplate. Side panels are checkered and have small lozenge shaped drop points. Checkering at grip is of point pattern, with fancy back border. A vacant gold oval is on toe line. Grade is not stamped on metal parts, nor under grip cap. Matching splinter ejector forend has schnabeled horn tip, and knurled roll release. Bore diameter: left -.738, right – .738. Bore restrictions: left – .035 (full), right – .032 (full). Wall thickness: left – .026, right – .031 . Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 3/8″ on. Weight: 7 lbs. 10 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Twin ivory bead sights. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain approx 80% of what appears to be orig blue. Action retains 60 – 70% orig case hardening color, silvered on fences and around bottom. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their orig finish with some added oil, and numerous light marks. Checkering is lightly worn. Horn tip shows a repair screw and putty repair surrounding right side. Bores are excellent, with some light frosting. Action is tight. Ejectors are slightly out of time. 50594-30 MGM143 (5,500-9,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3495

3496
$9,775.00

*ATTRACTIVE D. M. LEFEVER HIGH GRADE BOXLOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN UPGRADED TO “6C” STYLE WITH GOLD.

SN 2174. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Dramatically patterned Damascus bbls fitted with slightly raised, matted rib, are engraved “FINEST” “DAMASCUS” on tops. There are 1-1/4″ triangles of scroll engraving at breech ends which are also embellished with ogee shaped bosses in typical high grade Lefever style. No grade markings are present on bbls flats or on bottoms of bbls. Case hardened, boxlock, crossbolted Lefever action has radiused back, and is fitted with typical knurled roll safety and gold plated single selective trigger. Action is engraved in “6C” style with well cut scroll within geometric borders surrounding well done non-relief dog scenes; three pointers on left, two setters on right, and portrait of a hound with gold inlaid collar on bottom. Makers name and patent “1902” are on trigger plate. Trigger guard is high relief gold inlaid “William Wagner” in signature script. SN is on tang. Relief gold bird is inlaid on top lever. What appears to be orig, nicely figured and lightly marbled European walnut, fluted hard rubber capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over Silver type buttplate. Side panels are checkered and have lozenge shaped drop points. Point pattern grip checkering has flourishes toward butt separated by ribbons from main portion of checkering. A vacant silver shield is at rear of comb. Matching splinter ejector forend has schnabeled ebony tip and knurled rolled release. Bore diameter: left -.733, right – .733. Bore restrictions: left – .022 (mod), right – .018 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .032, right – .028. Drop at heel: 3″, drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 13 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Ivory bead sight. PROVENANCE: Lifetime Lefever Arms Collection of Scott Lefever. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, as refurbished and refinished. All metal parts retain nearly all of their sympathetic and newly applied finishes. Stocks retain nearly all of a hand rubbed oil finish over numerous marks and scratches, some fairly deep. Checkering re-cut. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors and single trigger are presently working, except trigger will not select. (Presently set in left bbl first mode.) 50254-2 MGM207 (9,000-14,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3496

3497
$1,207.50

*INTERESTING FULLY CUSTOMIZED ITHACA LEFEVER SINGLE BARREL TRAP, TWO BARREL SET.

SN 20401. Cal. 12 ga. (1) 32″ bbls with 2-3/4″ chamber. Full length matted ventilated rib with ivory front and mid bead. (2) 27-1/2″ bbls with 2-3/4″ chamber with ivory front and mid bead. Water table with SN and gauge stamping. Bbl flats with SN. Fully and fancifully carved straight grip buttstock. Scroll and rose carving at head of stock down through wrist and fancy chain link pattern around end of butt. No safety. Single forearm is fully carved in rose & scroll pattern with initials “SJ” carved in teardrop in center and triangular border pattern carved on all sides. Receiver appears chrome plated and is fully custom light scroll engraved around 2 setters on right and duck on left. Bottom of receiver with large name engraved “CHAILLE JAMISON”. Breech end of bbl set 1 is fully engraved with light scroll and initials “SJC” on left and cross engraved on right. Butt has thin red recoil pad. Also included is a tooled Leg-O-Mutton case which will house this gun and one bbl set. Dr. Chaille Jamison is the grandson of Dr. Stanford Emerson Chaille who became Surgeon General of Louisiana and later entered the Confederate Army and served as a surgeon until the close of the war. Included with the gun is a small research file on Dr. Jamison including some notes on family history and his accomplishments, which interested parties should peruse. Dr. Jamison had a distinguished medical career throughout Louisiana and must have truly treasured this gun as he had substantially more workmanship put into the gun than its intrinsic collector value. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent as totally customized. Bbl set #1 retains most of a professionally restored blued finish. Bbl set #2 retains most of its orig rust blued finish. Receiver as plated is excellent. Buttstock has beautifully reworked and customized retains most of its custom finish with light handling marks throughout. Bores are excellent. Case is very good with minor losses on leather. Strap is torn and shows handling marks throughout. Weight with bbl set #1, 7 lbs. 9 oz. 51033-39 TEP (1,000-3,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3497

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3498
$0.00

*TRULY EXCEPTIONAL INVESTMENT QUALITY L.C. SMITH A2 GRADE 16 GAUGE SHOTGUN TWO BARREL SET.

SN 211550E. Cal. 16 ga. Bbl set #1)26″ 2-3/4″ chambers with full length matted top rib and brass front bead marked on right bbl “Sir Joseph Whitworth Fluid Compressed Steel and marked on left “Made to Order by the Hunter Arms Co Fulton N.Y.”. Top rib with small gold bar and scroll engraved at extension 1″ wedge of scroll engraving. Bbl set #2) 26″ 16 ga. 2-1/2″ chambers and marked as bbl set #2 on forearm lug, otherwise identical to #1. Hunter One SST, automatic ejectors, non-automatic safety. Water table with SN on right, pattern dates on left and jeweled bbl flats with SN on left tube. Both sets of bbls with Whitworth trademark stamp on bottom and grade designation and bbl # on forearm lug. Round knob full pistol grip buttstock of fabulous lightly colored European walnut checkered in fleur-de-lis pattern around grip. Ball grip with panel and wave pattern extending towards comb. Orig lined HRBP. Both splinter forearms are near fully checkered in fleur-de-lis pattern with banjo rounded roll-type release and triangular ebony tips. Receiver is fabulously engraved. Lockplates in full A-2 4th variation floral & scroll engraving and marked in gold “L.C. Smith”. Front of receiver with small game scene, pointer on right, setter on left. Bottom of receiver nicely scroll engraved as is trigger guard bow and tang with SN in banner. Beaded fences are nicely sculpted in floral pattern and top of frame, top lever and top tang with well executed bursts of floral scroll. Back of top tang with “S” in gold for safety. Housed in a full leather 2 bbl set case with green felt lining and unengraved brass shield on top. Included in the case is a cleaning rod and a nickel plated oil bottle. Bbl set #1 .652 (both bbls). Bore restrictions: left – .011 (mod), right – .010 (mod). Minimum wall thickness: left – .040, right – .041 . Weight: 6 lbs. 10 oz. Drop at comb: 1-11/16″, drop at heel: 2-5/8″. LOP: 13-15/16″. Bbl Set #2) Bore diameter: left – .652, right – .652. Bore restrictions: left – .010 (mod), right – .005 (imp/cyl). Minimum wall thickness: left – .037, right – .033 . Weight: 6 lbs. 7 oz. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine and investment quality. Bbl set #1 retains 98% of an old restored blued finish. Bbl set #2 retains 98% of its orig toned blued finish. Engraving is sharp. Buttstock is superb and orig, checkering appears to have been chased many years ago with some added finish to butt for preservation. Forearms are excellent and orig and retain most of their orig finish, checkering is sharp. Receiver is very fine retaining most of its orig case hardened finish, overall in the 80-85% range, toned near lug vivid and elsewhere though hidden by deep cut engraving. Trigger guard is excellent and retains approximately 60% of its orig high polish blue, toned at tang rich and dark at bow. Screws are excellent and this gun has seen relatively little use. Bores are near mirror in both sets. Case is excellent with some staining and edge wear in leather. This is an investment quality high grade small bore L.C. Smith. One of approximately 7 made A2 16 gauges and 1 of only 3- 16 gauge 2 bbl sets. This one being the only one with orig 26″ bbls. according to “L.C. Smith The Legend Lives by Houchins”. 51102-1 JSL (40,000-70,000) – Lot 3498

3499
$11,500.00

VERY FINE EARLY L. C. SMITH “A-2” GRADE (HIGHEST QUALITY L. C. SMITH OFFERED AT ITS TIME OF MAKING), ENGRAVING SIGNED BY “SPANGLER”, AND PICTURED IN L.C. SMITH SHOTGUNS BY WILLIAM S. BROPHY.

SN 587. (1892) Cal. 12 ga. This very well finished, and attractive, high grade American shotgun has 30″ fine Damascus bbls with rear portion of broad concave matted rib engraved “HUNTER ARMS CO FULTON N.Y.” Bbl flats are stamped with SN. Grade is stamped on splinter. Case hardened action with SN and patent dates (latest Oct 5 ’86) on water table, is filed in the manner of the highest grade Syracuse made Smith guns, with double fillets around fences, and rebated lockplates, along with deep flutes, as transition from lock mortises to bottom. Action features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold), early type bushed strikers, and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with 80% coverage varying sized, very well cut foliate scroll. Lockplates are engraved with simpler small scroll, within geometric borders, surrounding large oval vignettes of semi-relief engraved dogs; pair of pointers, one pointing, the other honoring point, are in mixed hardwood/ conifer woodlands on left plate, and a pair of setters are in open deciduous woodland on right. Left scene is signed by noted engraver, “Spangler”, at bottom rear. Trigger guard with small scroll on bow, has SN on tang. Striking, well marbled and figured Circassian walnut pistol grip buttstock measures 13-7/8″ over fancy embossed hard rubber buttplate, with central double dog scene. A wide bead is filed around lockplates. Bottom of grip is of ogee profile, and well cut point pattern checkering is borderless. Matching splinter forend has inset ebony tip, J-spring and knurled button release with button in circular escutcheon, and is fitted with early type ejectors. Bore diameter: left -.732, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .022 (mod), right – .009 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .022, right – .033. Drop at heel: 3-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 13-7/8″. Ivory bead sight. PROVENANCE: Copy of Brophy book, where this gun is photographed and described on pages 50 and 51. The Collection of Jim Beckley. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine, as partially refinished. Bbls retain approx 70% of what appears to be orig bbl brown with excellent definition to pattern, areas on sides thinning from normal hand wear, possibly an old factory quality re-brown, as there is some cleaned pitting at rear portion of rib and engraving is somewhat softened. Action retains traces of orig case hardening color where protected, but is mostly a pewter gray with some browning. Lockplates show evidence of being cleaned. Stocks retain nearly all of an old hand rubbed oil refinish, sharp edges slightly rounded, checkering re-cut. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors work. A fine example of this scarce gun. Brophy estimates that approx 200 were manufactured in all styles. Houchins estimates 25 were made in this early variation, with an approximate total of 210 in all variations. 50632-5 MGM206 (10,000-15,000) IVORY – Lot 3499

3500
$0.00

*STUNNING L.C. SMITH MONOGRAM GRADE 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN OF INVESTOR QUALITY.

SN FWE120544. Cal. 20 ga. 26″ bbls, 2-5/8″ chambers, full length matted top rib with brass front bead and marked on right bbl “SIR JOSEPH WHITWORTH FLUID COMPRESSED STEEL” and on left “MADE TO ORDER BY THE HUNTER ARMS CO. INC. FULTON, N.Y.” Gold ribbon on top rib near breech and engraved “L.C. SMITH MONOGRAM GRADE”. Approximately 1″ wedge of scroll engraving at breech and small burst of scroll on tops of bbls. Water table marked with SN and “M” (monogram) grade designation, as are jeweled bbl flats. Featherweight frame. Hunter One SST, automatic ejectors, non-auto safety. Capped pistol grip buttstock, fabulously checked in fleur-de-lis pattern at wrist with extra wave panel towards comb. Gold oval with initials “FS”. Butt is finished in modern white lined 1″ waffle pad. Splinter forearm is near fully checkered in multi panel fleur-de-lis with rounded edge banjo roll type release and triangular ebony tip. Receiver is fabulously near full coverage engraved with two quail in game scene on right and four quail in game scene left side, all surrounded by well-cut L.C. Smith rose and scroll engraving. Both sidelocks marked “L.S. SMITH” on bottom. Top of frame is beautifully engraved with roses and scroll, as is top lever and top tang. Fences are full rose and scroll engraved. Bottom of frame is nicely scroll engraved with 4 flying ducks on trigger plate. Trigger guard bow is fully rose and scroll engraved and SN noted at tang. Bore diameter: left – .058, right – .059. Bore restrictions: left – .028(full), right – .007 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left – .078, right – .026. Weight: 6 lbs. 7 oz. Drop at comb: 1-3/4″, drop at heel: 2-5/8″. LOP: 14-1/4″. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine and collector quality. Receiver retains approximately 85-90% orig case hardened finish, starting to tone on bottom of frame, bright and shiny elsewhere, particularly on sidelocks and top of frame. Bbls are excellent, retain approximately 95% orig blued finish with two light rub marks near bbl legend, otherwise exceptional and orig overall. Buttstock and forearm are excellent with light minor handling marks and retain most of their hand rubbed oil finish. Checkering is very good and lightly filled in. Bores are bright and shiny. Mechanics are excellent. One of less than 50 Monogram Grade 20 gauge guns built and this one in fabulous original condition with great engraving. 51102-2 JSL (35,000-55,000) C&R – Lot 3500

3501
$46,000.00

*EXCEPTIONALLY RARE (18 MADE) L.C. SMITH A-3 PIGEON GUN WITH EXTRA OPEN CHOKE BARRELS.

SN 4001. (1900) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ and 30″ Whitworth steel bbls with raised, matted, solid ribs, have gold inlaid pigeons at rear portions of ribs, and are engraved “Sir Joseph Whitworth Fluid Compressed Steel” and “Made to Order By THE HUNTER ARMS CO Fulton, NY”. The style of engraving differs between the two bbls. Breech ends of bbls are engraved with 2-1/2″ triangles of small scroll intersected by gold inlaid lightning bolts. There are 1-1/2″ of triangles at muzzles behind geometric bands. Engine turned bbl flats are stamped with SN. Bottoms of bbls are stamped with Whitworth trademarks. Splinter of 30″ bbls is stamped “A 3”. Loop of 28″ bbls is stamped “2”. Typical regular weight L C Smith action features non-automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold) and Hunter One trigger. Action is engraved with exceptionally well cut full coverage small scroll with rose bouquet and other floral highlights within narrow geometric borders. Semi-relief larger scroll is on fences which also have nicely filed beads. More of this relief scroll extends to top of action and lockplates where it is interspersed with simple small scroll and floral highlights surrounding oval vignettes of bird dogs carved in high relief. Both of these scenes are very well done, and depict a pointing setter behind a stump on left plate, and an alert pointer behind rocks and grass, on right. “L. C. SMITH” is in lunate device beneath and in front of tumbler pivot. Blued trigger guard has had engraving removed from bow, and has SN at grip. Nicely marbled, and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 13-1/4″ over ribbed hard rubber buttplate. Borderless checkering at grip is of convoluted design on rear margin, and has fleur-di-lis ribbon intrusions into pattern as drop points. Each bbl set has its own dedicated ejector forend, the one for 28″ bbls stamped “2” on interior of iron, both of which are nicely scroll engraved, and have 1901 ejector patent. Checkering pattern on both forends is of near full coverage with many ribbons through the pattern. There are contrasting wood tips, and releases are of typical J-spring and knurled button type, both in guitar shaped engraved escutcheons. 28″ BBLS: Bore diameter: left -.735, right – .735. Bore restrictions: left – .006 (IC), right – .000 (cyl). Wall thickness: left – .022, right – .023. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-11/16″. Cast: approx 3/8″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 1 oz. LOP: 13-1/4″. 30″ BBLS: Bore diameter: left -.734, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .048 (extra full), right – .040 (full). Wall thickness: left – .026, right – .023. Drop at heel: 2-5/8″, drop at comb: 1-13/16″. Cast: approx 3/8″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 3 oz. LOP: 13-1/4″. Gun is accompanied by an old Abercrombie & Fitch Leg o’ mutton case with space for action and two bbls. PROVENANCE: L.C. Smith Collector Letter, Griffin & Howe A&F Letter, and copy of orig ledger. CONDITION: Very Good as partially refinished. Bbls retain nearly all old re-blacks, engraving considerably softened, and over many light marks and scratches. Action retains a considerable amount perhaps as much as 20% orig case hardening color, mostly where protected by fences, balance is a very pleasing pewter gray. This color also describes the lockplates. Engraving remains very clear. Stocks retain most of an old oil refinish over a number of light marks, with subsequent wear through. Checkering on forend for 28″ bbls is worn smooth at right bottom; remains good on forend for 30″ bbls and buttstock where it appears to have been re-cut. Bores are excellent with both sets, bright and shiny throughout, with some leading present. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. Trigger appears to work well, but selector is stuck in right bbl first position. Case leather is good but hinges and handle are detached. Straps are broken. A neat old, as found, L. C. Smith, of the highest grade made at the time. Houchins pictures an A3 on the cover of his book “L C SMITH THE LEGEND LIVES”. Another similar to this gun is on the dust jacket of L. C. SMITH SHOTGUNS by Brophy. 50540-1 MGM66 (35,000-55,000) C&R – Lot 3501

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3502
$16,675.00

*EXCEPTIONALLY RARE, HIGH CONDITION 16 GAUGE L. C. SMITH “5E” GRADE SHOTGUN WITH SINGLE TRIGGER AND STRAIGHT GRIP STOCK.

SN 210946. (ca 1909) Cal. 16 ga. The “5E” was a very high grade L. C. Smith, which after 1913 became the “Crown” grade. This rare high original condition, small gauge example has 30″ bbls with concave, matted rib engraved “MADE TO ORDER BY THE HUNTER ARMS CO. FULTON, N.Y.” There are 1-1/2″ triangles of scroll at breech ends, and 1/8″ bands of geometric engraving at muzzles. Engine turned bbl flats are stamped with SN and grade. Standard weight L. C. Smith sidelock action features non-automatic safety (S inlaid in gold) and Hunter One trigger. Action is engraved with 50% coverage scroll with some rose bouquet highlights within geometric and line borders. Lockplates are near fully engraved with simple scroll and flowers outlining oval vignettes of semi-relief engraved dogs; pair of setters, one pointing, the other honoring point, in meadow, on left, and a pair of pointers, in same basic pose, in conifers, on right. “L. C. SMITH” is on scrolled riband on the front of each plate. Blued trigger guard with scroll and roses on bow has SN on tang. Nicely streaked and lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 13-1/2″ over old leather faced Silver type pad. Point pattern checkering wraps over grip, and has line borders. Matching splinter ejector forend with contrasting wood tip, has J-spring and knurled roll release in guitar shaped escutcheon. Iron has ejector patent information engraved within line borders. Bore diameter: left -.650, right – .650. Bore restrictions: left – .024 (Imod), right – .024 (Imod). Wall thickness: left – .036, right – .033. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 0 oz. LOP: 13-1/2″. CONDITION: Excellent, original as found. Bbls retain 90 – 95%+ orig blue with some light marks and scratches, thinning somewhat and slightly browning on sides near forend from normal hand wear. Action retains 60 – 70% orig case hardening color, silvering around bottom with some slight brown flecking, and on fences. Lockplates retain perhaps 85 – 90% of their color, most loss at bottom rear of right plate. Trigger guard is near mint retaining most of its original blue – slightly silvered on sharp edges and beginning to thin at grip. Stocks retain most of their orig varnish with light scratches and marks, grain slightly raised. Checkering is near excellent showing some use. Forend may have some old oil rubbed in. Bores are excellent near mirror throughout. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Trigger appears to work well. A very scarce gun which Houchins in L. C. SMITH THE LEGEND LIVES estimates a total production of 37; undoubtedly very few have straight grip stock. It is interesting to note that President Theodore Roosevelt had an LC Smith 5E 16ga in the exact same configuration just several hundred serial numbers after this gun. His gun is currently on display at the Cody Firearms Museum in Cody, WY. 50531-1 (20,000-30,000) C&R – Lot 3502

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3503
$5,750.00

*SCARCE L.C. SMITH 4E 16 GA SHOTGUN.

SN 203845. Cal. 16 ga. 28″ fluid steel bbls with 2-1/2″ Cham. Full length matted rib with twin “certifiable antique ivory” beads and small gold bar near breech and marked “Hunter Arms Co. Fulton, N.Y.” Water table marked with SN and grade designation “4E” and same markings on left bbl flat. Finely polished blued double triggers, auto ejectors, auto 3-position safety. Capped full pistol buttstock checkered in 2-point pattern with nicely figured French walnut ending in lined HRBP. Splinter forearm with roll type banjo release checkered in 5-point pattern with triangular ebony tip. Finely engraved in typical Grade 4 pattern with setter in wooded game scene on left, pointer in brushy field scene on right all surrounded by light scroll work. Both side locks marked L.C. Smith at front. Balance of receiver is nicely scroll engraved with approximately 40% coverage. Trigger guard bow is nicely engraved with two quail in field in oval with light scroll and border engraved at tang with SN noted. Fences are lightly engraved and small area of engraving at breech. Bore diameter: left – .670, right – .670. Bore restrictions: left – .038 (full), right – .020 (MOD). Minimum wall thickness: left – .018, right – .020. Weight: 6 lbs. 7 oz. Drop at comb: 1-3/4″, drop at heel: 2-15/16″. LOP: 13-5/8″. PROVENANCE: Private single owner advanced LeFever Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine. Has been completely and competently restored. Bbls retain nearly all of an expertly restored fine quality rust blue which is just starting to tone and age. Receiver retains virtually all of its near perfectly duplicated restored case colors. Buttstock and forearm are excellent to near mint as restored with minor handling marks and a couple of light scratches. Beginning wood separation on right side of stock at grip. Checkering is crisp throughout. Buttplate is near excellent. Trigger guard retains most of its restored blue finish particularly bright on bow starting to tone at grip. Bores are excellent near mirror. Mechanics are crisp. Ejectors in time. This gun could easily pass as near mint and all orig without the very closest of inspection. The restoration work is truly superb. 51051-7 JSL (5,000-8,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3503

3504
$0.00

*FABULOUS L.C. SMITH GRADE 3E 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 6121E. Cal. 20 ga. 26″ bbl, 2-3/4″ chambers, full length matted rib with brass front bead and marked “HUNTER ARMS CO. FULTON, NEW YORK” at breech. Blued front position Hunter One SST, automatic ejectors, non-auto safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock, checkered in 2-point pattern and of beautifully figured English walnut with excellent grain pattern and dense mineral streaking. Serrated lined HRBP. Splinter forearm with banjo roll type release, checkered in 3-point pattern with triangular ebony tip. Receiver is beautifully engraved with quail on right and left sidelocks surrounded by light scroll engraving in typical Grade 3 pattern. Bottom of receiver is lightly scroll engraved. Trigger guard bow with burst of scroll and geometric design and SN noted at tang. Top of frame and top lever are also lightly scroll engraved. Bore diameter: left – .590 , right – .590. Bore restrictions: left – .011 (full), right – .004 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left – .032, right – .031. Weight: 5 lbs. 10 oz. Drop at comb: 1-5/8″, drop at heel: 2-5/8″. LOP: 14-1/2″. CONDITION: Exceptional and collector quality. Bbls retain nearly all of what appears to be their original blued finish. Receiver retains 95% + orig L.C. Smith case colors. Engraving appears quite crisp and screws are excellent. Trigger guard and forearm iron are excellent and near mint with minor toning from handling. Buttstock is exceptional and retains nearly all of an extremely high quality professionally restored finish, as does forearm. Checkering is crisp and filled in. Mechanics are crisp. Bores are bright and shiny. This is truly an investment quality pre-1913 small bore Smith. 51102-3 JSL (10,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 3504

3505
$2,875.00

*SCARCE L.C. SMITH 3E GRADE 16 GA SHOTGUN WITH CHAIN DAMASCUS BBLS.

SN 209565E. Cal. 16ga. 28″ chain Damascus bbls with 2-3/4″ Cham., full length matted rib with brass front bead marked “Hunter Arms Co. Fulton, N.Y.” Water table with SN and left bbl flat with SN and grade stamping “3E”. Double triggers, auto ejectors, auto 3-position safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock, checkered in 2-point pattern with leaf pattern towards comb and lined HRBP. Splinter forearm with banjo type roll release and horn tip checkered in 5-point pattern. Side locks are lightly scroll engraved with quail in scene on left, ducks in marsh on right and marked “L.C. Smith” on both sides. Bottom of frame and trigger guard bow are lightly scroll engraved. SN at back of trigger guard tang. Bore diameter: left – .652, right – .650. Bore restrictions: left – .014 (MOD), right – .008 (IC). Minimum wall thickness: left – .032, right – .038. Weight: 6 lbs. 13 oz. Drop at comb: 1-11/16″, drop at heel: 2-7/8″. LOP: 14-3/8″. PROVENANCE: Private single owner advanced LeFever Collection. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain nearly all of their restored blued finish, slightly toned towards breech and with a couple of light bumps on right side of rib near breech. Receiver retains approximately 50% orig case colors turned silver on bottom of frame at lug, darker and richer in protected areas and on side locks. Trigger guard retains most of its restored blued finish. Forearm iron retains most of its bright orig blued finish. Buttstock and forearm are excellent with minor handling marks and retain most of a restored high gloss finish. Grip cap screw is an old replacement. Bores are excellent. Mechanics are very good. Ejectors are in time. Chain Damascus American built small bores are very much in demand by collectors and are hard to find. 51051-9 JSL (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 3505

3506
$0.00

EXTREMELY RARE EARLY L.C. SMITH QUALITY 6 SHOTGUN.

SN 19212. Cal. 10 ga. 32″ fine Damascus bbls with 3″ chambers. Full length matted rib with brass front bead. Tops of bbls very faintly marked “L.C. Smith Maker Syracuse N.Y.” on left tube and “Fine Damascus Steel” on right tube near breech. Stout action with SN noted on water table and bbl flats. Double checkered triggers, extractors and automatic safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock is a very fancy English walnut with gold shield near toe and 1/2″ thick black “The L.C. Trap Gun” buttplate. Buttstock is nicely checkered in 4-pt pattern at wrist. Friction splinter forearm is near fully checkered in 4-pt pattern with double diamond type ebony center and tear drop ebony tip. Sidelocks are beautifully engraved most likely by Spangler with setter in large circle on left, pair of pointers in marsh scene in circle on right, surrounded by light scroll and marked “L.C. Smith” at front of side blocks. Bbl bolsters are fabulously sculpted in fleur-de-lis pattern. Bottom of action is lightly engraved with sculpted butterfly rails and floral and light geometric pattern. Trigger guard with beautiful scene of setter in woods on bow and SN noted at tang in geometric design. Housed in modern canvas case with old bore brush. Bore diameter: left – .084, right – .797. Bore restrictions: left – .022 (mod), right – .023 (mod). Minimum wall thickness: left – .040, right – .039. Weight: 10 lbs. 4 oz. Drop at comb: 1-5/8″, drop at heel: 3-1/8″. LOP: 14″. CONDITION: Excellent as restored. Bbls retain nearly all of an excellent professional quality restoration and show great pattern which is bold and vivid. Bores with some pits and roughness throughout. Receiver is very good with scattered staining and light oxidation. No orig case color remains, however engraving still mostly clear and present, particularly beautiful are the game scenes on the side blocks. Buttstock & forearm are excellent as professionally restored. Checkering is crisp. Buttplate is still legible, though worn. Lever is slightly left of center. Case is very good as is cleaning rod. This is an extremely rare gun. 50933-1 JSL (10,000-15,000) – Lot 3506

3507
$10,350.00

*GORGEOUS L.C. SMITH CROWN GRADE 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 117223. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ bbls. 2-1/2″ chambers. Full length matted top rib with brass front bead, tops of bbls marked “L.C. SMITH CROWN GRADE” on right, and “MADE TO ORDER BY THE HUNTER ARMS CO. INC. FULTON. N.Y.” on left. Small gold ribband and engraved geometric design at breech end of rib with small wedges of scroll on sides at breech. Featherweight frame with SN and grade designation noted on water table and jeweled bbl flats. Hunter One SST, automatic ejectors, non-automatic safety. Capped pistol grip buttstock, checkered in 2-point pattern is of nicely figured American walnut with serrated lined HRBP. Splinter forearm is near fully checkered with banjo roll-type release and triangular ebony tip. Receiver is nicely engraved in typical Crown pattern with 2 setters in game scene on left and 2 pointers in game scene on right surrounded by well executed light rose and scroll engraving with “L.C. SMITH” in banner at front of lock plates. Bottom of frame is lightly rose and scroll engraved as is top of frame and beaded fences. Top lever with well executed trademark gold inlaid crown and gold “S” at back of top tang for safety. Trigger guard bow with beautiful rose and scroll engraving and SN noted at tang. Bore diameter: left – .615, right – .614. Bore restrictions: left – .017 (mod), right – .009 (light mod). Minimum wall thickness: left – .030, right – .027 . Weight: 6 lbs. 9 oz. Drop at comb: 1-9/16″, drop at heel: 2-3/4″. LOP: 14-7/16″ from rear position sgl trigger. CONDITION: Excellent as found. Bbls retain nearly all of a very old likely factory restoration having toned and aged. Buttstock is an likely early Marlin replacement and has factory fit and age that could easily pass as orig, it retains most of its custom finish. Buttplate is excellent though ever so slightly undersized at heel. Orig forearm is very fine and retains most of its orig finish, checkering is sharp. Receiver is excellent and retains 75-80% lightly toned orig case colors. Trigger guard retains 75-80% orig high polished blue bright and strong on bow, toning at tang. Ejectors are in time. Mechanics are crisp. Trigger works well. Bores are bright and shiny, near mirror. A very pretty high grade L.C. Smith small bore. 51033-21 JSL (8,500-12,500) C&R – Lot 3507

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3508
$7,475.00

*FINE L. C. SMITH “CROWN” GRADE SHOTGUN WITH SINGLE TRIGGER AND BEAVERTAIL FOREND.

SN RE13689. (ca 1919) Cal. 12 ga. 32″ Bbls with concave, matted rib are engraved “L. C. SMITH Crown GRADE” and “MADE TO ORDER BY The Hunter Arms Co, Inc. FULTON, NY.” Engine turned bbl flats are stamped with SN and grade. Splinter is of reinforced type. Standard weight L. C. Smith sidelock action features non-automatic safety (S inlaid in gold) and Hunter One trigger. Action is engraved with 70% coverage scroll with some rose bouquet highlights within geometric and line borders. Lockplates are near fully engraved with simple scroll and flowers outlining oval vignettes of semi-relief engraved dogs; pair of setters, one pointing, the other honoring point, on left, and a pair of pointers, same attitude on right. “L. C. SMITH” is on scrolled riband on the front of each plate. A gold crown is inlaid on top lever pivot. Blued trigger guard with scroll on bow, surrounding central oval that has had initials engraved over, has SN on tang. Finely flame crotch figured American walnut capped pistol grip Monte Carlo buttstock measures 14″ over open sided Hawkins pad. Borderless, closely spaced point pattern checkering wraps over top of grip and has small flairs into butt. Matching long beavertail ejector forend has J-spring and knurled roll release in guitar shaped escutcheon. Iron has ejector patent information engraved within line borders. Bore diameter: left -.729, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .040 (extra full), right – .038 (extra full). Wall thickness: left – .030, right – .031. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at rear of Monte Carlo: 1-5/8″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 8 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14″. Twin ivory bead sights. PROVENANCE: Cody Museum letter confirming specifications. Notation from L. C. Smith Collectors Assn indicates that this particular gun has the earliest known beavertail forend. The L.C. Smith Collection of Gerald Basham. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain nearly all of an old re-black, engraving lightly softened. Action retains approx 70% orig case hardening color, silvering on bottom and right side. Lockplates retain over 90% of their color, silvering slightly at tails. Trigger guard re-blued, and subsequently silvered on edges and at grip. Stocks retain most of what appears to be their orig finish with some oil rubbed in as maintenance, over some small dents and scratches, checkering slightly worn. There are incipient cracks behind lockplates on both sides. Bores are excellent. Action has just a hint of looseness. Ejectors are strong and in time. Trigger appears to function well. A neat old trap or pigeon gun with lots of original color. Houckens in L. C. SMITH THE LEGEND LIVES estimates a total production of Crown grade guns at 890, 644 in 12 ga. 50491-1 MGM67 (7,500-12,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3508

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3509
$6,037.50

*NEAT L.C. SMITH CROWN GRADE GAME GUN.

SN FWE15902. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbls with 2-3/4″ chambers. Full length matted top rib with steel front bead and marked on right bbl “L.C. Smith Crown Grade” and “Made to Order by the Hunter Arms Co. Inc., Fulton, NY.” on left. Small lightly engraved gold bar towards breech with geometric design and scroll engraving near rib extension. Featherweight frame with water table showing SN and “C” for grade designation and same marking found on jeweled bbl flats. Capped full pistol grip buttstock checkered in 2-pt pattern with waves near comb and finished with serrated lined HRBP. Hunterone single selective trigger, automatic ejectors, non-automatic safety. Large extremely well done old replacement beavertail forearm with lightly recessed banjo roll type release that is scroll engraved. It is very possible this forearm and current buttstock are an early Marlin replacement as the quality is superb and it appears old. Receiver is beautifully engraved with pointers on right, setters on left in woods scene all surrounded by light scroll engraving and floral pattern. Both side locks marked “L.C. Smith” at front. Bottom of frame is nicely floral engraved as is trigger guard bow, tang with light scroll and SN noted. Top of frame with floral engraving and signature gold crown in top lever with light scroll engraving. Beaded fences are nicely scroll engraved with punch dot shading. Small wedge of scroll engraving extends from breech of bbls. Bore diameter: left – .729, right – .728. Bore restrictions: left – .027 (imp/mod), right – .014 (lt mod). Minimum wall thickness: left – .021, right – .028 . Weight: 7 lbs. 7 oz. Drop at comb: 1-7/16″, drop at heel: 2-5/8″. LOP: 14-1/4″. CONDITION: Excellent overall. Bbls retain 80-90% of an old restored finish. Toned in grip area and near breech with a couple of old light scratches. Buttstock is an exceptionally well done early replacement and retains most of its custom finish. Forearm is excellent with minor handling marks and retains most of its custom finish as well. Receiver is excellent and retains approximately 40% nice orig case color, darker in protected areas, silvered on bottom. Trigger guard retains most of a very old restored blued finish. Engraving is still quite crisp and sharp throughout. Grip cap with old repaired crack and orig buttplate with repaired cracks as well. Bores are excellent. Trigger works. Ejectors are in-time. Gun is tight on-face and will make an exceptional shooter. 51026-1 JSL (5,000-8,500) C&R – Lot 3509

3510
$6,325.00

*SCARCE, 20 GAUGE L.C. SMITH “EAGLE” GRADE SHOTGUN WITH ORIGINAL 25 INCH BARRELS.

SN FWE73916. (1925) Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 25″ Bbls with matted game rib, are marked “L. C. SMITH Eagle GRADE” and “HUNTER ARMS CO INC. M’F’R’S FULTON, N.Y. U.S.A.” Bbl flats are stamped with SN, Hunter proofs, and chamber length (2-3/4). Bottom of bbl is stamped with steel type. Typical L. C. Smith standard weight action with non-automatic safety and Hunter One trigger, is engraved with sprays of scroll and areas of stippling on bottom, fences, and on top. A standing eagle is relief engraved on top lever. Lockplates are engraved with large scroll surrounding semi-relief engraving of flying birds; pheasant on left and duck on right. This unusual treatment is unique to the “Eagle” grade. “L. C. Smith” is stamped in old English script on each lockplate. Trigger guard has scroll on bow and SN on tang. Lightly fiddle figured American walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 13-7/8″ over ribbed hard rubber buttplate. Point pattern checkering has line borders. Matching splinter ejector forend with contrasting wood tip has J-spring and knurled roll release in guitar shaped escutcheon. Bore diameter: left -.614, right – .614. Bore restrictions: left – .015 (mod), right – .007 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .040, right – .039. Drop at heel: 2-7/8″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 13-7/8″. PROVENANCE: Cody Firearms letter with specifications confirming 25″ bbls. L. C. Smith Collectors Association notes that this is the only 25″ barreled Eagle grade 20 ga. made. The L.C. Smith Collection of Gerald Basham. CONDITION: Very good to fine, as partially refinished. Bbls retain approx 60% orig blue with considerable hand wear around forend. Action and lockplates retain traces of orig color, but are mostly a pleasing bright silver. Trigger guard has traces of blue. Stocks retain nearly all of an oil refinish, checkering re-cut. Bores are very fine, lightly frosted. Action is tight with forend installed. Ejectors are in time. Trigger seems to work. Houckens in L.C. SMITH; THE LEGEND LIVES, relates that 111 Eagle grades were made in 20 gauge. How many have 25″ bbls ? 50491-3 MGM70 (6,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 3510

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3511
$8,625.00

*SCARCE, HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION L.C. SMITH “EAGLE” GRADE “ALL OPTION” TRAP GUN.

SN RE79903. (1925) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 32″ Bbls with raised, matted, ventilated rib, are marked “L. C. SMITH Eagle GRADE” and “HUNTER ARMS CO INC. M’F’R’S FULTON, N.Y. U.S.A.” Bbl flats are stamped with SN and Hunter proofs. Bottom of bbl is stamped with steel type. Splinter is reinforced. Typical L. C. Smith standard weight action is engraved with sprays of scroll and areas of stippling on bottom, fences, and on top. A standing eagle is relief engraved on top lever. Lockplates are engraved with large scroll surrounding semi-relief engraving of flying birds; pheasant on left and duck on right. This unusual treatment is unique to the “Eagle” grade. “L. C. Smith” is stamped in old English script on each lockplate. Blued trigger guard has scroll on bow and SN on tang. Nicely fiddle figured American walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14″ over leather faced Silver type pad. Point pattern checkering wraps over top of grip and has line borders. Matching short schnabeled beavertail ejector forend has reinforcing bolt along with J-spring and knurled roll release in guitar shaped escutcheon. Bore diameter: left -.729, right – .727. Bore restrictions: left – .040 (extra full), right – .027 (Imod). Wall thickness: left – .029, right – .030. Drop at heel: 1-15/16″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Cast: approx 1/4″ on. Weight: 8 lbs. 9 oz. LOP: 14″. Twin ivory bead sights. PROVENANCE: Cody Firearms letter with specifications. L. C. S. C. A. notes that this is the earliest known Eagle grade with ventilated rib. Consignor states he believes that this is the very first known ventilated rib of any grade, not just for the Eagle grade. The L.C. Smith Collection of Gerald Basham. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, mostly original. Bbls retain nearly all orig blue, which has been enhanced a bit over some light marks and a few scratches. Action retains approx 80 – 85% orig case hardening color, silvered on sharp edges, fences, and slightly around bottom from normal hand wear. Lockplates retain nearly all of their orig color. Trigger guard retains most of its blue, loss due to flaking on bow, and cleaned rust at grip. Stocks retain nearly all of what appears to be their orig finish with oil rubbed in as maintenance over some light marks. Checkering remains excellent, somewhat darkened. Bores are excellent, with a hint of light frosting at breech end of right bbl. Action is tight. Ejectors are slightly out of time. Trigger appears to work well. A fairly rare gun, in superb original condition. Houckens estimates 581 Eagle grades were manufactured, 414 in 12 ga. 50491-2 MGM69 (5,500-9,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3511

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3512
$6,037.50

*TRULY EXCEPTIONAL HIGH CONDITION L.C. SMITH SPECIALTY GRADE 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 128457. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 30″ bbls with full length ventilated matted top rib. Ivory mid bead and small brass front sight. Tops of bbls marked “L.C. Smith Specialty Grade” on right and “Hunter Arms Co. Inc. M’F’R’S Fulton N.Y. U.S.A.” Water table with SN and grade designation. Same marking found on bbl flats and reinforced bbl lug for beavertail forearm. Hunter One SST, automatic ejectors and non-automatic safety. Capped pistol grip buttstock is checkered in 2-point pattern with flame grained American walnut with a crisp lined HRBP. Beavertail forearm with banjo roll-type release and proper reinforcing bolt, checkered in 3-point pattern, lockplates are engraved with quail on left, flying goose in marsh on right surrounded by foliate scrolls in typical Specialty grade pattern. Bottom of frame lightly scroll engraved as is trigger plate and trigger guard bow. SN noted at tang. Top of frame with light open scroll work. Bore diameter: left – .660, right – .660. Bore restrictions: left – .024 (mod), right – .020 (mod). Minimum wall thickness: left – .036, right – .038 . Weight: 7 lbs. 4 oz. Drop at comb: 1-7/16″, drop at heel: 2-5/16″. LOP: 14-1/2″ from rear position sgl trigger. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Truly exceptional collector quality. Bbls retain virtually all of their factory orig rust blue finish just starting to tone. Receiver retains nearly all of its dark, bold and vivid orig case color particularly strong on side locks starting to tone on bottom of frame near lug and at high points. Buttstock and forearm are superb as expertly restored. Checkering is extremely crisp and sharp. Buttplate is near mint. Breech face shows only scant evidence of shell marking indicating a very lightly used gun that has survived in near mint orig condition. 50594-27 JSL (6,000-10,000) IVORY – Lot 3512

3513
$0.00

*SCARCE FULLY OPTIONED L.C. SMITH SPECIALTY GRADE TRAP GUN.

SN RE82937. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 32″ bbls with full length ventilated matted top rib. Steel mid bead and small ivory front sight. Tops of bbls marked “L.C. Smith Specialty Grade” on right and “Hunter Arms Co. Inc. M’F’R’S Fulton N.Y. U.S.A.” on left. Water table with SN and grade designation. Same marking found on bbl flats and reinforced bbl lug for beavertail forearm. Hunter One SST, automatic ejectors and non-automatic safety. Capped pistol grip buttstock is checkered in 2-point pattern and flame grained American walnut with modern Decelerator pad. Beavertail forearm with banjo roll-type release and proper reinforcing bolt, checkered in 3-point pattern, lockplates are engraved with quail on left, flying goose in marsh on right surrounded by foliate scrolls in typical Specialty grade pattern. Bottom of frame lightly scroll engraved as is trigger plate and trigger guard bow. SN noted at tang. Top of frame with light open scroll work. Bore diameter: left – .730, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .036 (full), right – .038 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left – .026, right – .030 . Weight: 8 lbs. 11 oz. Drop at comb: 1-5/16″, drop at heel: 1-13/16″. LOP: 14-1/4″ from mid position sgl trigger. CONDITION: Excellent as partially refurbished. Bbls retain most of a fine quality re-black. Mid bead moved approximately 1/4″. Buttstock and forearm are nicely restored and retain most of their custom high gloss finish. Grip cap appears to be a slightly undersized replacement. Receiver retains approximately 80% lightly toned orig case color, thinned on top of frame and on bottom. Trigger plate screw lightly marred, other screws are very good. Trigger guard retains most of a professionally restored blued finish. Trigger works. Ejectors are in time. Bores are excellent with minor orange peel. 50604-1 JSL (3,000-4,000) – Lot 3513

3514
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*L. C. SMITH ALL OPTION SPECIALTY GRADE TRAP.

SN RE84644. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 32″ Bbls fitted with raised, ventilated rib are marked “L. C. SMITH Specialty GRADE” and “HUNTER ARMS CO INC M’F’R’S FULTON, N.Y., U.S.A.” on tops. There are sprays of scroll engraving at breech ends. Bbl flats are stamped with SN and grade. Bbls are fitted with reinforced splinter. Typical standard weight case hardened action with no safety, is fitted with Hunter “ONE TRIGGER”. Action and lockplates are engraved in “Specialty” style with spray of large shaded scroll surrounding game birds on lockplates; a pair of quail in grass on left, and a duck flying over marsh on right. “L. C. SMITH” is in Old English script at the front of each lockplate. Nicely fiddle figured American walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over black solid pad. Point pattern checkering with line borders wraps over top of grip. Matching short beavertail ejector forend with reinforcing bolt, has typical J-spring release with knurled button secondary in guitar shaped escutcheon. Bore diameter: left -.730, right -.729. Bore restrictions: left -.037 (full), right -.035 (full). Wall thickness: left -.032, right -.032. Drop at heel: 1-15/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Weight: 8 lbs 8 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. PROVENANCE: Factory letter confirming specifications. The William Smith Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine, as partially refinished. Bbls retain essentially all of a dark satin re-blue. Action and lockplates retain approx. 30 – 40% of their orig case hardening color, balance a bright silver with small spots of oxidation. Stocks retain most of what appears to be orig finish considerably worn, with a few marks and some loss at butt with installation of new pad, checkering considerably worn. There are cracks behind both lockplates, as well as two 1″ old cracks on right side of forend. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are slightly out of time. Trigger works. Twin beads are ivory”. 50600-2 MGM212 (4,500-6,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3514

3515
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*HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION 20 GAUGE L.C. SMITH “IDEAL” GRADE SHOTGUN WITH EJECTORS, SINGLE TRIGGER, AND BEAVERTAIL FOREND.

SN FWS38049. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Bbls with raised, matted, single sighting plane, solid rib are marked “L. C. SMITH – 20 GA – IDEAL – FULTON, N.Y. U.S.A.” on top right bbl. Bbl flats are stamped with SN, grade, chambers, and proofs; bottoms of bbls with “LONDON STEEL”. Typical case hardened, small sized, featherweight action has all correct marks on water table, and features non-automatic safety and Hunter One trigger. Action and lockplates are engraved in typical “Ideal” fashion with large acanthus. “L. C. SMITH” is stamped on each lockplate. Blued trigger guard with some engraving on bow, has SN on tang. Lightly figured American walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14″ over ribbed composition buttplate. Standard point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching, short, swept late style beavertail ejector forend has typical J-spring and knurled button release in oval steel escutcheon. Bore diameter: left -.608, right – .608. Bore restrictions: left – .028 (full), right – .019 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .038, right – .038. Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 3 oz. LOP: 14″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, near to new. Bbls retain nearly all of their orig lustrous blue, with only one or two light handling marks. Action retains approx 98% orig case hardening color with only a hint of high edge wear. Blue of trigger guard is excellent. Blue on forend escutcheon is slightly flaked. There are only a few light marks in all orig stock finish, checkering light in color. Bores are excellent. Trigger needs help in setting up for second shot (in need of lubrication?) when in right bbl first mode. Ejectors are in time. A crisp little “Ideal” grade that handles well. 50594-31 MGM144 (6,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 3515

3516
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*IMPORTANT A. H. FOX “SUPER FOX” “HE” SHIPPED IN 1924 TO E. C. CROSSMAN, NOTED GUN WRITER.

SN 28304. (1924) Cal. 12 ga. 2-15/16″ Chambers(Actual measure) factory records state 2-3/4″. 32″ Bbls with slightly raised, narrow, matted, concave rib mounted with two steel beads, are marked “CHROMOX FLUID COMPRESSED STEEL” and “MADE BY A H FOX Co. PHILA, PA, U.S.A.” on tops. Bbl flats are stamped “H” with SN, and “BARRELS NOT GUARANTEED – SEE TAG”. Robust, blued action is stamped with SN and “H” on water table, and features automatic safety, double triggers, and standard non-rebated frame. Action is engraved with line and foliate borders. “ANSLEY H. FOX” is on each side. SN is on trigger guard tang. Lightly fiddle figured American walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over Silver type pad, and features typical point pattern checkering at grip. Matching splinter ejector forend has Fox’s Deeley type release. Bore diameter: left-.746, right -.747. (Becker bored guns are usually .008 – .010 oversize) Bore restrictions: left -.049 (Full), right -.049 (Full). Gun was specified with full and full chokes. Wall thickness: left -.039, right -.042. Drop at heel: 2-11/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 9 lbs. 5 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. This gun was known to Michael McIntosh and is discussed in his book “A. H. FOX THE FINEST GUN IN THE WORLD”, on pages 220 and 221. Fox gun #28304 was Crossman’s second Super-Fox after his first, #27822, was returned to the factory for unimpressive patterning results. Crossman found much to praise in this second gun and stated “I should characterize this 2 3/4″ Beckerized Fox as the best shooting 12 boreI have ever tried,and the most useful”. PROVENANCE: Callahan letter with specifications for this gun, and indicating that it was shipped Feb 27, 1924 to E. C. Crossman. Consignor states: Crossman states in his book that gun was put together by Becker. It is known that Crossman and Becker worked closely on the Super-Fox project and these bbl measurements are certainly of Becker type. Also included is considerable information on E. C. Crossman, as well as the civilian marksmanship program and copies of Double Gun BBS discussion on Crossman. CONDITION: Very good, as refinished. Bbls retain 50 – 60% of an old re-black. Action has been blued and has subsequently silvered to about 80%, engraving slightly softened. Stocks lightly sanded and refinished with oil, slightly rounded at juncture with metal, checkering considerably worn. Action is tight. Bores are very fine with some scattered light pitting and frosting. Ejectors are strong and in time. There is a negligible ding at the top of left bbl 10″ from muzzle. Stocks appear sound. Shotgun in accompanied by its old Silvers pad which is squished. 50638-1 MGM219 (25,000-35,000) C&R – Lot 3516

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3517
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Revised: 9/29/2016

Please Note: The barrel was professionally shortened to 26″.

*EXCELLENT FOX XE 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 201415. Cal. 20 ga. 26″ bbls with a 2-3/4″ chambers. Full length matted top rib with twin ivory beads and left tube marked “Chromox Fluid Compressed Steel”, right tube marked “Made by A.H. Fox Gun Co. Phila. PA. U.S.A.”. Nice wedge with oak leaf scroll at breech. Kautzky SST, automatic ejectors, automatic safety. Round knob full pistol grip buttstock with checkered side panels and checkered in 2-pt pattern near frame and wave pattern towards comb. Older replacement silvers type pad at butt. Case hardened trigger guard. Slender splinter forearm, near fully checkered and Deeley release engraved in light oak leaf pattern with finely shaped triangular ebony tip. Receiver is full coverage oak leaf pattern engraved with ducks in marsh scene on left, quail on right. Bottom of frame with fox in oval and trigger plate which is fully oak leaf engraved. Trigger guard is nicely oak leaf engraved with shield at bow and SN noted at tang. Top of frame, bbl fences and top lever in oak leaf pattern as is top tang. Bore diameter: left – .618, right – .618. Bore restrictions: left – .007 (imp/cyl), right – .002 (skeet). Minimum wall thickness: left – .030, right – .022 . Weight: 5 lbs. 10 oz. Drop at comb: 1-9/16″, drop at heel: 2-1/2″. LOP: 13-7/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain 97-98% orig blued finish. Receiver retains 40-50% orig case color. Engraving still quite crisp and clear with very little wear. Trigger guard retains approximately 50% orig color, mostly on bow, starting to tone at tang. Buttstock & forearm are superb and retain nearly all of a professional restored hand-rubbed finish. Checkering is extremely sharp and there are just a couple of minor handling marks throughout. Trigger works flawlessly, mechanics are crisp, action is tight. This is an outstanding investment grade small bore Fox. 50594-21 JSL (12,500-17,500) IVORY – Lot 3517

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3518
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*LOVELY A.H. FOX XE GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 21812. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, IC/M chokes. Bbl wedge engraving. Double ivory beads. Concave rib. Krupp steel bbls. Deeply engraved receiver & metal work in X grade style with 2 ducks on left, 2 quail on right & “low head” fox on belly. Kautzky single selective trigger in center position. Auto ejectors. Splinter forend with ribbon in checkering pattern. Buttstock is nicely grained & figured with ribbon in grip checkering. Solid red Silvers pad. LOP 14-1/8″ over pad. DAC 1-3/4″. DAH 2-7/8″. Auto safety. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Bbls retain a majority of blue, with thinning & handling marks. Bbls appear professionally shortened with chokes opened. Small hole drilled in left bbl flat. Receiver & metal work have toned to a pleasing silver. Screws very nice. Forend is shorter than typically seen with flat ebony wedge tip, gives the appearance of factory work. Color of forend is darker than buttstock. Nice finish on buttstock with light bumps & handling marks. Pad is compressed at heel & chipping at toe. Top lever at center. Gun is tight, crisp mechanics, strong ejectors slightly out of time. 51026-4 TJW (6,500-11,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3518

3519
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*A.H. FOX XE GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 26238. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ #4 WT bbls, 2-3/4″ chambers, IC/F chokes. Twin ivory beads. Engraved wedges at breeches. Beautifully engraved XE ejector receiver with 2 ducks on left side, 2 quail on right side & high head fox on belly. Filed breech balls. Top tang lock screw. Double triggers. Auto ejectors. XE Style long splinter forend with fluted ebony tip. Half pistol grip. Red White Line vented pad. LOP 14-1/4″ over pad. DAC 1-1/2″. DAH 2-5/8″. Auto safety. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain most of their blue which was likely reapplied years ago, bbl wedge engraving slightly muted. Dings on underside of both bbls approx 14″ from muzzle. Bright mirror bores with dings showing through. Receiver, trigger bow & forend metal are devoid of most of its color & toning to patinaed silver. Engraving remains sharp. Screws are nice. Wood remains sound with light checkering. Underside of forend with slight bumps & grain check by metal. Buttstock fits nicely with some light chipping along top tang. Rear portion of buttstock showing light refinish after pad fitted. Minor bumps & bruises. Top lever right. Gun is tight, crisp mechanics, strong ejectors. 51026-2 TJW (6,500-11,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3519

3520
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*LOVELY A.H. FOX XE GRADE GAME GUN.

SN 30851. Cal. 12 ga. 2-5/8″ chambers. 28″ Chromox Fluid Steel bbls. Full length matted top rib with twin ivory beads. Right tube marked at top “Savage Arms Corp.” Left marked “Utica N.Y. U.S.A.”. Breech end of bbls nicely engraved with oak leaf wedges. #4 weight bbls. Double nickel-plated triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. Straight grip buttstock with checkered side panels and checkered in wave and point pattern at grip. Near fully checkered splinter forearm with oak leaf engraved Deely latch and elongated ebony tip. Receiver is fully and finely engraved in typical American oak leaf “X” grade pattern with two geese in marsh scene on left, two quail in field scene on right. Bottom of frame engraved with large fox in hills scene and trigger plate with full well defined and shaded oak leaf engraving. Trigger guard bow is fully engraved in oak pattern with unengraved shield and tang is lightly engraved in oak leaf pattern and SN noted. Top of frame, breech balls, top lever and top tang are all fully engraved. Bore diameter: left – .730, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .030 (full), right – .013 (lt mod). Minimum wall thickness: left – .026, right – .022 . Weight: 6 lbs. 13 oz. Drop at comb: 1-7/16, drop at heel: 2-1/4″. LOP: 14-1/2″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine. Bbls retain virtually all of an expert quality reblack, engraving still sharp and is just starting to tone and age. Receiver retains 65-70% dark orig case colors starting to tone on bottom of frame, bright on sides. Trigger guard retains 30% of orig case hardening mostly on bow toned at tang. Buttstock and forearm are near mint as restored with sharp checkering and only the faintest of handling marks. Buttstock with 11/16″ wood extension at butt. This gun is accompanied by a 1972 dated Savage Arms letter indicating orig LOP of 13-1/2″ and without wood extension and butt pad that is what it would be today. Bores are excellent, near mirror. Ejectors are in time. Mechanics are crisp. Really a gorgeous, high-quality, very early Savage era X grade in excellent overall condition. 50594-10 JSL (6,000-10,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3520

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3521
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*VERY FINE SPECIAL ORDER 20 GAUGE CSMC A.H. FOX “XE/ CE SPECIAL” BOXLOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN WITH SPECIAL ENGRAVING AND CASE. ENGRAVED BY TUSCANO.

SN F205857. Cal. 20 ga. 26″ Bbls with slightly raised, matted game rib, are engraved “Made to Order, A. H. Fox” “Chromox Fluid Steel” on tops. There are 1-1/2″ triangles of well cut scroll at breech ends. Bbl flats are stamped with grade, Fox proof, SN, and gauge. Manufacturers name and address are on loop. Small sized, scroll back, case hardened Fox action with patent dates, SN, and grade stamped on water table, features automatic safety (SAFE inlaid in gold) and gold plated single selective trigger. Action is filed with large single bead around fences, and engraved with 80% coverage well cut varying sized scroll, as specified by customer with “ANSLEY H. FOX” in scroll terminated riband on each side of action. Bottom of action portrays a fox looking back over its shoulder. Scroll continues onto trigger plate with some floral highlights. Blued trigger guard has more scroll on bow with ribbon gold inlaid “JTC”. SN is on tang. Engraved and signed by “A Tuscano” on side of trigger plate opposite trigger. Superb Exhibition feather crotch figured American walnut Fox capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over skeleton steel buttplate. Center portion of wood is nicely checkered, and plate is scroll engraved. Fancy pattern FE Grade type borderless, closely spaced checkering is at grip, with two panels separated by ribbon. Forward panel with teardrop intrusion, central panel with fleur-di-lis. Matching splinter ejector forend with contrasting wood schnabeled tip, has typical latch. Interior is stamped with patent dates, SN, and grade. Bore diameter: left -.622, right – .621. Bore restrictions: left – .016 (mod), right – .008 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 5 lbs. 15 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Brown leather case with stitched leather corners, is lined in burgundy cloth, has paper Fox label in lid. Case contains 2-pc rosewood and brass cleaning rod, straps, snap caps, oil bottle, and mop, brush and jag in black leather container, along with a key. PROVENANCE: Factory letter listing all specifications including special engraving and markings. CONDITION: Excellent, nearly new, with only a few handling and assembly marks on wood and metal, some sharp edge wear on action, and faint firing halos on breechface. Mechanically excellent. Leather of case is excellent with some minor marks. Interior is excellent, as are accessories. 50870-1 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 3521

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3522
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*ATTRACTIVE HIGH QUALITY FOX FE SPECIAL UPGRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 3000. Cal. 12 ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. 28″ Bbls with slightly raised, concave, matted rib are engraved “Krupp Fluid Steel Made By” “A. H. Fox Gun Co. Phila. Pa, U.S.A.” on tops. There are 3-1/4″ triangles of open scroll at breech ends that are gold inlaid with flying ducks on left, and quail on right. Case hardened action has engine turned water table stamped with patent dates, and gold inlaid “SPECIAL” and “F”. SN is engraved. Action features non-automatic safety and nickel-plated dbl triggers. Action is engraved with near full coverage varying sized scroll within geometric borders surrounding flush gold inlaid canines; retriever (?) on left, setter (?) on right, and a fox in oval on bottom. “ANSLEY H. FOX” is in gold on scroll terminated riband on each side. Hinge pin is engraved with four gold squares, and a rose blossom is gold inlaid on top lever pivot. Trigger guard bow has vignette of gold inlaid flying duck. SN is on tang. Nicely streaked European walnut Philadelphia Fox capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over ribbed composition buttplate. Exceptionally well cut fancy pattern borderless checkering is on side panels and grip with fleur-di-lis intrusions. Grip checkering has sections separated by slim ribbons. Matching splinter ejector forend has Deeley type release. Bore diameter: left -.729, right – .731. Bore restrictions: left – .039 (full), right – .010 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .032, right – .030. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, as refurbished, retaining nearly all of its fine custom finishes on bbls and stocks. Color hardening of action is somewhat silvered or thin on trigger plate and bottom, and with some areas of darkening on sides and fences. Bores are very fine with some light scattered pitting, mostly in right bbl, and with evidence of dent removal about 10″ from breech end of left. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are in time. A great looking Fox. 50594-6 MGM210 (17,500-27,500) – Lot 3522

3523
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*EXQUISITE 20 GAUGE CSMC A.H. FOX “FE SPECIAL” BOXLOCK EJECTOR GAME GUN WITH EXCEPTIONAL FLUSH GOLD ACANTHUS SCROLL AND FOUR COLOR GOLD INLAID GAME BIRDS BY CLAUDIO CREMINI, AND CASE.

SN F205863. Cal. 20 ga. 30″ Bbls with slightly raised, matted game rib, are engraved “Made to Order, A. H. Fox” “Krupp – Fluid – Steel” on tops. There are gold inlaid flourishes of scroll at breech ends. Bbl flats are stamped with grade, Fox proof, SN, and gauge. Manufacturers name and address are on loop. Small sized, scroll back, case hardened Fox action with patent dates stamped and SN and grade gold inlaid on water table, features automatic safety (S inlaid in gold) and gold plated dbl triggers. Action is beautifully gold inlaid with attenuated acanthus scroll with large foliate accents around bottom and top. Fences have a denser pattern of leaves. “A. H. FOX” “U.S.A.” are in gold on bottom. This fine gold work surrounds bird scenes on sides of action with major subjects inlaid in three colors of gold, with engraved backgrounds; a pheasant with red gold head and feet, white gold wing, and light colored gold ring around neck, is on left, with a quail with white gold breast and head, dark yellow gold back and tail, and light gold feet and beak, is on right. This striking and exceptionally well rendered work is by the noted master, Claudio Cremini, whose signature is on trigger plate. This fine gold work continues onto trigger guard bow, and to tang, with SN. Very fine broad marbled and nicely stump figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over skeleton steel buttplate. Center portion of wood is nicely checkered, and plate continues gold inlay theme. Exceptional, very fancy pattern, borderless, closely spaced checkering is at grip, with three panels separated by ribbons, two forward panels have intrusions, central panel fleur-di-lis; all on classic diamond grip. Matching ejector slim beavertail forend with more gold on latch and exterior of iron, has interior stamped with patent dates, and gold inlaid with SN and grade. Bore diameter: left -.619, right – .619. Bore restrictions: left – .013 (lt mod), right – .007 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-9/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/4″ on. Weight: 6 lbs. 4 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. High quality oak & brown leather case with brass corners, is lined in burgundy cloth, with paper Fox label in lid. Case contains 2-pc rosewood and brass cleaning rod, straps, and a key. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, with only a few handling and assembly marks on wood and metal. Mechanically crisp. Leather of case has some scuffs. Interior is excellent. 50819-20 MGM197 (30,000-40,000) – Lot 3523

3524
$13,800.00

*SPECTACULAR INVESTMENT QUALITY A.H. FOX DE GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 17780. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ bbls. 2-3/4″ chambers. Full length matted top rib with ivory front bead. Marked on top of right bbl “KRUPP FLUID STEEL MADE BY” and on left “A.H. FOX GUN CO. PHILA PA”. 3″ scroll engraved wedge at breech. Water table and bbl flats with SN and grade designation noted. Dbl triggers, automatic ejectors, automatic safety. Rnd knob pistol grip stock is of fabulously figured European walnut with checkered side panels and checkered in 2-point pattern at wrist and nickel shield at toe. Orig lined HRBP. Splinter forend near fully checkered with engraved Deeley latch. First generation style engraved frame with quail in elongated oval on left and woodcock in right and marked “ANSLEY H. FOX” towards back of frame with well cut scroll engraving on sides, bottom of frame with 2 well executed setters in game scene surrounded by scroll and trigger plate which is near fully scroll engraved. Trigger guard bow is fully scroll engraved and SN noted at tang in ribband and lined wavy border pattern. Top of frame also near fully scroll engraved as are bbl fences and top lever. This gun is cased in a modern brown leather case with red felt lining and includes 2 nickel plated snap cap, oil bottle and cleaning implements. Bore diameter: left – .724, right – .724. Bore restrictions: left – .035 (full), right – .035 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left – .027, right – .029 . Weight: 6 lbs. 14 oz. Drop at comb: 1-5/8″, drop at heel: 2-3/4″. LOP: 14″. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent as found. Bbls retain approximately 95% lightly toned orig blued finish. Engraving is sharp. Receiver retains 50-60% lightly toned orig case color, silvered on bottom of frame, darker on top and sides. Trigger guard bow retains approximately half of its orig blue toning at tang. Buttstock with great figure is excellent and orig with minor scratches and handling marks and retains most of its orig finish with later finish added for preservation, same with forearm and checkering lightly thinned on both. Mechanics are excellent. Gun is tight and on face. Case and accessories are excellent. Easily one of the nicest first generation engraved D.E. Fox’s this cataloger has examined. 51033-23 JSL (12,000-20,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3524

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3525
$12,650.00

*GORGEOUS A.H. FOX DE GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 22555. Cal 12 ga. 2-3/4″ chambers. 30″ Krupp Fluid Steel bbls with full length matted top rib and steel front bead marked on top “Krupp Fluid Steel made by A.H. Fox Gun Co. Phila. Pa”. Water table with SN and grade designation noted and bbl flats with same, and stamped “Fox proof”. Double nicked plated triggers, auto ejectors, auto safety. Beautifully figured straight grip stock with checkered side panels and checkered through wrist with wave pattern extending behind comb. Serrated lined HRBP. Splinter forearm checkered in standard early D pattern with floral engraved Deely latch and elongated thin ebony tip. Receiver is fully and finely engraved in Fox’s famous shaded floral vine pattern. Left side of receiver with two ducks in a marsh scene, right side finely engraved with quail in field scene. Bottom of frame with two dogs in field scene and nicely cut grass shading. Trigger plate with fine floral scroll engraving and shaded background. Fences are finely floral engraved with dragon heads as is typically seen on second generation engraved D’s. Trigger guard, bow with vine floral engraving and open shield, tang with light vine floral engraving and SN noted. Top of frame, top lever, and top tang all finely vine floral scroll engraved. Safety marked with gold “SAFE”. Accompanied by a copy of orig order card noting shipment to Ellery Arms Co. Bore diameter: left – .731, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .038 (full), right – .038 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left – .026, right – .025 . Weight: 7 lbs. 4 oz. Drop at comb: 1-11/16″, drop at heel: 2-7/16″. LOP: 14-3/16″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent overall. Bbls retain nearly all of superb quality re-black. Receiver retains some orig case color though it is difficult to tell given full coverage shaded engraving, as much as perhaps 30% vivid. Buttstock and forearm are exceptional as restored with just minute handling marks. Trigger guard retains nearly all of its expertly restored blue. Ejectors are slightly out of time, other mechanics are crisp. Bbls are on face. Near mirror bores. Simply stated a beautiful and classy high grade Fox. 50594-8 JSL (7,500-12,500) C&R – Lot 3525

3526
$9,200.00
Revised: 10/3/2016

Please Note: The cataloger specifically stated “handling marks”. Someone has asked that we point out a tiny (reversible) ping in the right barrel.

*RARE AND DESIRABLE A.H. FOX CE GRADE 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN 2 BARREL SET.

SN 203604. Cal. 20 ga. 2-1/2″ chambers (both sets of bbls). Bbl set #1 is 28″ Chromox fluid steel. bbl set #2 is 29″ Chromox fluid steel. Both sets with full length matted rib and steel front bead marked on right tube near breech, “Chromox Fluid Compressed Steel” and on left “Made by Savage Arms Corp. Utica, N.Y. U.S.A.” Small wedge of scroll at breech on both bbl sets. 3 wt. bbls. Double nickel plated triggers, automatic ejectors and non-auto safety. Round knob pistol grip buttstock with checkered side panels and checkered in 3-pt pattern with dark fiddle back grain as requested on order card, a facsimile copy is included with this gun. Gun is accompanied by 2 matching splinter forearms numbered to the gun and numbered 1 and 2, both identically checkered, Deeley latches lightly geometric design engraved with ebony triangular tips. Butt with modern leather covered pad. Receiver is nicely engraved in typical C-pattern with woodcock on right, quail on left- both in grassy scenes and marked “Ansley H. Fox” at top of game scene, all surrounded by lightly cut scroll. Bottom of frame with setter in hills and trigger plate is lightly scroll engraved. Trigger guard bow is lightly scroll engraved and SN noted on tang with wavy border engraving. Top of frame, breech balls and top lever with light scroll engraving. Bbl set #1: Bore diameter: left – .619, right – .619. Bore restrictions: left – .017 (mod), right – .014 (mod). Minimum wall thickness: left – .026, right – .028 . Bbl set #2 Bore diameter: left – .617 right – .618. Bore restrictions: left – .028 (full), right – .032 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left – .023, right – .019 (1 small spot 4″ from muzzle). Weight: 6 lbs. 9 oz. (bbl set #1), 6 lbs. 10 oz. (bbl set #2) Drop at comb: 1-1/2″, drop at heel: 2-9/16″. LOP: 14-1/4″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms CONDITION: Excellent and collector quality. Bbl set #1 retains most of what appears to be their orig blued finish with minor light handling marks. Engraving is sharp. Bbl set #2 is excellent and retains most of what appears to be an old restored blued finish and shows light oxidation near muzzle, but generally excellent overall. Buttstock and forearms have been beautifully restored. Checkering is crisp and retain about all of their restored finish with scattered light handling marks. Receiver is excellent with case color particularly nice on sides, toned on bottom, though 40-50% overall. Trigger guard retains nearly all of its restored blued finish, engraving lightly thinned. Bores are excellent, near mirror in both sets. Mechanics are excellent. Gun is tight on the face. Really an outstanding and rare small bore Fox that letters as an orig 2 bbl set. 50594-2 JSL (8,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 3526

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3527
$6,900.00

*CUTE A.H. FOX CE GRADE 20 GAUGE GAME GUN.

SN 203146. Cal. 20 ga. 3″ chambers (extended to this length). 28″ Chromox bbls with full length matted top rib with twin ivory beads. Right bbl marked “CHROMOX COMPRESSED FLUID STEEL”. Left bbl “MADE BY A.H. GUN CO. PHILA, PA U.S.A.” Approximately 1″ wedge of scroll at breech. No. 4 WT bbls. Water table with SN and grade designation. Dbl triggers, automatic ejectors, non-automatic safety. Nicely figured straight grained walnut stock with rnd pistol grip, checkered side panels, and checkered in 2-point pattern is an extremely well done replacement ending in a thin Silvers type red recoil pad. Slender splinter forearm checkered in 2-point pattern with geometric design engraved Deeley latch and triangular ebony tip. Receiver is nicely engraved in typical C-pattern, woodcock on right, quail on left, surrounded with light scroll engraving and marked “ANSLEY H. FOX”. Bottom of receiver with setter in game scene and trigger plate with bust of finely cut scroll. Trigger guard bow nicely scroll engraved with banner and name “C.A. ELSTONE” in banner and SN noted at tang. Top of frame, breech balls and top lever lightly scroll engraved. Bore diameter: left – .621, right – .615. Bore restrictions: left – .033 (full), right – .013 (mod). Minimum wall thickness: left – .020, right – .027 . Weight: 6 lbs. 2 oz. Drop at comb: 1-5/16″, drop at heel: 2-7/16″. LOP: 14-7/8″. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent overall as partially refurbished. Bbls retain nearly all of an excellent high quality professionally restored blue. Buttstock and forearm are high quality near imperceptible replacements and retain virtually all of their custom finish. Checkering is crisp. Receiver retains 35-40% nice orig case color mostly on sides, toned on bottom. Trigger guard has been re-blued and retains nearly all of that finish with engraving lightly thinned. Bores are excellent, near mirror. Ejectors are in time. Mechanics are crisp, though right bbl is ever so slightly off face. A very pretty and usable high grade small bore Fox with longer bbls and dbl triggers. 50767-1 JSL (7,500-12,500) IVORY – Lot 3527

3528
$7,475.00

*SUPERB AND SPORTY A.H. FOX CE GRADE 20 GAUGE SHOTGUN.

SN 200736. Cal. 20 ga. 2-5/8″ chambers with 28″ bbls. Full length matted rib with steel front bead. Top of right bbl marked “Krupp Fluid Steel Made by” left bbl marked “A.H. Fox Gun Co. Phila. PA.”. Blued double triggers, automatic ejectors, non-automatic safety. Straight grip buttstock with checkered side panels and checkered in 2-pt pattern with straight grain through wrist and nice fiddle back that ends in modern aged Silvers type pad. Splinter forearm with Deeley type release checkered in 2-pt pattern and triangular ebony tip. Receiver is nicely engraved in typical C-grade pattern with quail on left, woodcock on right in game scene and marked “Ansley H. Fox” surrounded by light scroll work. Bottom of frame with setter in hills scene and trigger plate with circle of well cut scroll. Trigger guard bow with bursts of scroll and tang vine border engraved with SN noted. Bore diameter: left – .619, right – .617. Bore restrictions: left – .013 (mod), right – .008 (imp/cyl). Minimum wall thickness: left – .030, right – .030 . Weight: 6 lbs. 1 oz. Drop at comb: 1-7/16″, drop at heel: 2-5/16″. LOP: 14″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent as expertly refurbished. Bbls retain nearly all of high quality, restored rust blue finish, having been shortened from their orig length of 30″. Buttstock and forearm are exceptional as restored with only minute handling marks and retain virtually all of their crisp custom finish. Checkering is sharp. Receiver retains nearly all of its well done bone charcoal case colors. Top lever has been rust blued. Trigger guard retains nearly all of its restored blued finish, just starting to tone at tang. Mechanics are excellent. Bores are bright and shiny. Bbls are on-face. This lightweight Fox would make an outstanding fall hunting partner. 50594-15 JSL (5,750-9,000) C&R – Lot 3528

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3529
$2,875.00

*LIGHTWEIGHT A. H. FOX CE GRADE GAME GUN.

SN 30824. Cal 12 ga. 2-5/8″ chambers. 28″ bbls. Full length matted rib with twin ivory beads. Right bbl marked on top “CHROMOX FLUID COMPRESSED STEEL” and on left “MADE BY A.H. FOX GUN CO. PHILA. PA U.S.A.”. No. 4 weight bbls with wedge of scroll engraving at breech. Kautzky SST. Auto ejectors. Auto safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock with checkered side panels checkered in 3 pt pattern at grip and serrated lined HRBP. Grip cap marked “A.H. Gun Co. Philadelphia Pa”. Splinter forearm checkered in 2 pt pattern with light geometric engraved Deely latch and triangular ebony tip. Receiver is tastefully engraved in typical C grade pattern with quail on both sides in game scene surrounded by light scroll. Bottom of frame with setter in field scene and trigger plate with nicely cut scroll engraving around trigger plate screw. Fences are lightly scroll engraved as is top of receiver and top lever. Bore diameter: left – .727, right – .727. Bore restrictions: left – .027 (imp. mod), right – .017 (mod). Minimum wall thickness: left – .025, right – .022 . Weight: 7 lbs. 2oz. Drop at comb: 1-5/8″, drop at heel: 2-5/8″. LOP: 13-3/8 from rear position single trigger”. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain nearly all of a competent fine quality rust blue with a couple of old minor repaired dents. Receiver retains 20-30% orig case color though mostly faded. Engraving is still sharp. Buttstock and forearm are very good, checkering lightly thinned at grip and retain most of an older high quality restoration. Trigger guard is excellent as restored and retains nearly all of its blued finish. Mechanics are crisp. Ejectors are perfectly timed. Gun is tight and on face. Single trigger works flawlessly. Bores are excellent, near mirror. A nice usable graded Fox. 51026-3 JSL (3,000-4,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3529

3530
$0.00

*RARE, HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION A.H. FOX STERLINGWORTH “WILDFOWL” EJECTOR GUN.

SN 134122. Cal. 12 ga. 3″ Chambers. 32″ Bbls. Sales of Super Fox guns slowed during the Great Depression and it has been surmised that in order to clear a large inventory of “Super Fox” parts, Savage Arms put together this model, which in reality is a “Super Fox” dressed down to “Sterlingworth” finish. This product idea didn’t work out as planned; total production of the Sterlingworth Wildfowl Grade is estimated at only about 35 guns! . Very heavy bbls with concave, matted rib are marked “SPECIAL ALLOY – FORGED STEEL” “SAVAGE ARMS CORPORATION, UTICA, N.Y. U.S.A.” and “PROOF TESTED – 12 GAUGE” on tops. Bbl flats are stamped with SN and “3 IN CHAMBERS”. Case hardened action featuring automatic safety and dbl triggers is wiggle border engraved and has “FOX STERLINGWORTH” on each side. Blued trigger guard has SN on tang. Plain American walnut square knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over ribbed composition buttplate, and Sterlingworth type checkering is at grip. Matching shortened splinter forend with Deeley type release, instead of the normal spring friction release found on most Sterlingworths, is also fitted with Fox ejectors with patent dates stamped on iron. Bore diameter: left -.728, right – .728. Bore restrictions: left – .040 (super full), right – .040 (super full). Wall thickness: left – .048, right – .048. Drop at heel: 2-9/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 9 lbs. 1 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. This exact shotgun has been featured in the Winter 2015 edition of the Double Gun Journal. It was pictured in Michael McIntosh’s Fox book (Revised Edition) on page 228 and in the September 2002 American Rifleman magazine. Twin ivory beads. PROVENANCE: Callahan letter noting that this particular gun is missing from available records, but does enumerate that there are other guns in this series of the same type and states most all were shipped in 1945. He further states “I firmly believe that Savage at this late date had gotten a dealer or distributor to take these off their hands.” Copies of references on the Sterlingworth from Michael McIntosh’s book, Double Gun Journal, and American Rifleman. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, original, as found, with only a small number of minor marks in bbl blue, somewhat thin overall. Action retains over 95% orig vivid cyanide color hardening with some scattered flecking, mostly on front right. Thumbpiece slightly silvered. Blue of trigger guard is thinning a bit at grip. Stocks have a number of light scratches and rubs, as well as some chipping of orig varnish mostly around forend latch. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. This is an extremely rare Fox, and this is the finest original condition example we have ever offered. 50539-1 (9,000-14,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3530

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3531
$16,100.00

*BEAUTIFUL HIGH ART ITHACA GRADE 7E DOUBLE TRAP.

SN 448900. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ bbls with 2-3/4″ chambers. Full length matted ventilated rib with brass & ivory front bead. Bbls marked “Ithaca Gun Co.” on right and “Ithaca N.Y. U.S.A.”. Breech with approximately 1-1/2″ wedge of oak leaf & acorn engraving. Water table marked with SN and grade and gauge, and is jeweled bbl flats with SN and grade. Gold-plated SST, automatic ejectors and non-automatic safety. Horn capped and custom extended full pistol grip buttstock with gold shield near toe is of flame grained American walnut checkered in fancy typical Grade 7 pattern, with fleur-de-lis checkered side panels and multiple fleur-de-lis around wrist. Small Monte Carlo and buttstock finished with modern Ithaca Gun Co. sunburst pad. Orig beavertail forearm with fully engraved Deeley latch and triangular ebony tip is finely checkered in 2-panel fleur-de-lis. Receiver is finely and fully engraved in acorn and oak pattern with multi color gold ducks in marsh scene on left and gold pheasants on right. Bottom of receiver is fully and finely engraved with multi colored gold American eagle and engraved in banner at head of floorplate “Made in U.S.A.”. Trigger guard bow is fully oak leaf engraved with proud and detailed stag head inlaid in gold. Trigger guard tang is line engraved with SN noted. Safety with trigger selector in gold. Also included is a brown leather modern case with red felt interior. Case has oil bottle snap caps, rosewood cleaning rod and reproduction Ithaca Gun Co. label. Also accompanying this gun is an undated letter from Lipseys of Baton Rouge, LA appraising this shotgun for “at least $10,000″. Bore diameter: left – .742, right – .734. Bore restrictions: left – .012 (lt mod), right – .038 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left – .022, right – .029 . Weight: 8 lbs. 6 oz. Drop at comb: 1-5/8″, drop at rear of Monte Carlo: 1-5/8″, drop at heel: 2”. LOP: 13-1/4″ from rear position single trigger. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good. Bbls retain most of a fine quality older restored blue finish. Receiver is mostly gray with traces of orig case color. Engraving still sharp. Buttstock with 1/2″ extension in pistol grip area with custom cap. Butt retains most of an older professionally restored hand-rubbed finish, checkering has been re-cut and subsequently thinned from handling. Checkering at extension in grip is well matched. Forearm is excellent and retains most of its professionally restored finish. Case is excellent as are accessories. Mechanics are fair and trigger is in need of adjustment as left hammer will not drop. Bores are excellent and gun is tight on the face. 51033-12 JSL (8,000-12,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3531

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3532
$8,050.00

*EXCEPTIONAL HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION 20 GAUGE ITHACA “4E” NID SHOTGUN “ALL OPTIONS”.

SN 443520. (1927) Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 30″ Bbls have flat, matted, raised, ventilated rib. Engine turned bbl flats are stamped with SN and grade. Bottoms of bbls are marked “BEST FLUID STEEL”. Case hardened NID action is fitted with single selective trigger with selector incorporated with safety button, and has early pin type cocking indicators. Action is engraved in typical “Grade 4” style, with 70% coverage large shaded acanthus with stippled background, surrounding scenes of birds on each side of action under “Ithaca Gun Co” and “Ithaca NY”; duck on left and standing pheasant on right. Blued trigger guard with more acanthus on bow has SN on tang. Lightly figured American walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over red Decelerator pad. Fancy pattern checkering at grip has fleur-di-lis intrusions and ribbons. Matching short beavertail ejector forend has inset ebony tip and Deeley type release. Bore diameter: left -.612, right – .613. Bore restrictions: left – .020 (IMod), right – .021 (IMod). Wall thickness: left – .037, right – .031. Drop at heel: 2-5/8″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Twin ivory bead sights. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, with only a few light marks on bbls, with a hint of silvering on sharp edges and fences of action, color thinning a bit around bottom. Left side and part of top action show considerable browning with some light pitting. Top lever is slightly thinned on thumbpiece. Trigger guard and forend latch retain nearly all of their blue. Stocks retain nearly all of their orig oil finish with a number of light scuffs on toe line, with other scattered light marks and scratches. I believe that the only thing not original on this gun is the pad. Bores are excellent. Mechanically crisp. 50594-11 MGM136 (6,000-10,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3532

3533
$4,025.00

*SUPER RARE, EXCEPTIONAL HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION 10 GAUGE MAGNUM ITHACA “3E” NID “ALL OPTION” SHOTGUN.

SN 500168. Cal. 10 ga. mag. 3-1/2″ Chambers. Any Ithaca 3-1/2″ mag shotgun in good condition is a treasure. This particular “3 Grade” All Option gun is most likely one of a kind. It has 32″ bbls with matted, ventilated rib. Bbl flats are stamped with SN, grade, and “3-1/2 CHAMBERS”. Case hardened NID action specially made for this cartridge, has cut through bottom to allow for protrusion of lump for added strength. It is fitted with single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved in typical “Grade 3” style, with 50% coverage large shaded scroll with stippled background. This scroll offsets scenes of birds on sides; standing snipe under “ITHACA GUN CO” on left, and a walking quail under “ITHACA, N.Y.” on right. A duck flies across marsh on bottom of action. Blued trigger guard with scroll on bow has SN on tang. Lightly figured American walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 13-7/8″ over open sided Hawkins pad, which appears to be original. Fancy pattern checkering is at grip. Matching large beavertail ejector forend has inset ebony tip and J-spring and Deeley type release. Bore diameter: left -.777, right – .790. Bore restrictions: left – .042 (full), right – .044 (full). Wall thickness: left – .060, right – .060. Drop at heel: 2-11/16″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 11 lbs. 3 oz. LOP: 13-7/8″. Twin ivory bead sights. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, original, as found. Bbls retain 90 – 95% orig blue with a number of light marks and dings, thinning a bit at breech ends where not protected by forend. Action retains approx 90% orig case hardening color, vivid where protected, silvering on sharp edges and fences, thinning a bit on bottom. Blue of trigger guard and forend latch remains excellent, with bow silvered a bit on sharp edges. Stocks retain over 90% orig varnish with numerous scratches and marks, a few fairly heavy. Varnish extends to mounting plate of pad where it is considerably alligatored and lifted. Checkering remains fairly light in color. There are two cracks at rear portion bottom of beavertail forend, one running from rear of latch escutcheon to iron, the other through reinforcing screw from iron into checkering. Bores are excellent, with a hint of frosting. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Trigger works. Walt Snyder in THE ITHACA GUN COMPANY FROM THE BEGINNING estimates 24 ten bore 3-1/2″ guns were made in number 3 grade. How many with “all options”? 50594-26 MGM137 (4,000-7,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3533

3534
$13,800.00

*RARE, HIGH ORIGINAL CONDITION 28 GAUGE ITHACA GRADE “2” NID SHOTGUN WITH SINGLE TRIGGER.

SN 466866. Cal. 28 ga. 2-7/8″ Chambers. Any Ithaca 28 ga NID shotgun in good condition is scarce, with a total production of fewer than 500 guns. It is estimated that 58 of these were made in no. 2 grade. This high original condition gun is very unusual, and has 26″ bbls with matted game rib. Bbl flats are stamped with SN, grade, and “2-7/8 CHAMBERS” with choke marks “2” and “4”. Small frame, case hardened NID action is fitted with single selective trigger, with selector on tang. Action is engraved in typical “Grade 2” style, with 30% coverage large acanthus. This engraving offsets scenes of birds on sides; standing quail under “ITHACA GUN CO” on left, and a standing snipe under “ITHACA, N.Y.” on right. Blued trigger guard with acanthus on bow has SN on tang. Nicely crotch figured American walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 13-1/4″ over ribbed composition buttplate. Fancy backed point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching splinter forend has inset ebony tip and J-spring release. Bore diameter: left -.547, right – .549. Bore restrictions: left – .042 (full), right – .008 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .028, right – .026. Drop at heel: 2-5/8″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 5 lbs. 13 oz. LOP: 13-1/4″. CONDITION: Excellent, original, as found. Bbls retain over 95% lustrous orig blue with a few slight marks and thinned a bit on sides. Action retains nearly all of its orig case hardening color, silvered on fences and sharp edges, thinned a bit on bottom with some light flecking. Blue of trigger guard and forend iron is excellent with only a hint of silvering. Stocks retain nearly all of their orig light varnish, with a few light marks and scratches. Checkering darkened. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Trigger works. This scarce little small bore Ithaca would make a delightful quail gun. 50738-1 MGM138 (10,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 3534

3535
$20,700.00

*EXTREMELY RARE ITHACA 7E TRAP GUN.

SN 457447. Cal. 20 ga. 30″ bbls with 3″ chambers. Full length matted ventilated rib with ivory front and mid bead. Bbls marked “Ithaca Gun Co.” on right and “Ithaca N.Y. U.S.A.”. Breech with approximately 1-1/2″ wedge of oak leaf & acorn engraving. Water table marked with SN, grade and gauge, jeweled bbl flats with grade and SN. Gold-plated and checkered Miller SST, automatic ejectors and non-automatic safety. Capped full pistol grip buttstock with gold shield near toe is of nicely figured American walnut checkered in fancy typical Grade 7 pattern, with fleur-de-lis checkered side panels and multiple fleur-de-lis around wrist. Buttstock is finished with what could be its orig Ithaca Gun Co. sunburst pad. Orig beavertail forearm with fully engraved Deeley latch and triangular ebony tip is finely checkered in 2-panel fleur-de-lis. Receiver is finely and fully engraved in acorn and oak pattern with multi color gold ducks in marsh scene on left and gold pheasants on right. Bottom of receiver is fully and finely engraved with multi colored gold American eagle and engraved in banner at head of floorplate “Made in U.S.A.”. Trigger guard bow is fully oak leaf engraved with detailed stag head inlaid in gold. Trigger guard tang is with ovals and SN noted. Safety with trigger selector markings in gold. Bore diameter: left – .618, right – .618. Bore restrictions: left – .021 (mod), right – .009 (imp/cyl). Minimum wall thickness: left – .034, right – .032 . Weight: 7 lbs. 2 oz. Drop at comb: 1-5/8″, drop at heel: 2-9/16″. LOP: 14″ from rear position single trigger. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain nearly all of what appears to be an exceptional old professional quality restored finish. Action retains 30-50% orig case color somewhat hidden due to extensive engraving. Trigger guard retains approximately 40% of what appears to be its orig blue, mostly on bow, toned at tang. Buttstock & forearm are excellent and retain most of an older professionally restored finish. Checkering ever so slightly thinned at wrist, sharp on forearm. Forearm iron has been expertly reblued. Mechanics are very good, however left ejector will not hold when gun is unfired and open, and in need of minor adjustment, otherwise ejectors are in-time. Gun is tight and on the face. Bores are excellent and near mirror. This is an outstanding investment quality Ithaca. 51033-11 JSL (15,000-25,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3535

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3536
$10,350.00

*EXCEPTIONALLY RARE ITHACA NID “7E” GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 467662. (ca 1941) Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 30″ Bbls with matted game rib, are engraved “Ithaca Gun Co Inc” and “Ithaca, N. Y. U.S.A.” on tops. Breech ends are engraved with 1-1/2″ of interwoven olive leaves and olives with shaded backgrounds. Bbl flats are stamped with SN, grade, and chambers. Lump is stamped “PROOF TESTED” and “X226”. Bottoms of bbls are marked “BEST FLUID STEEL” and with crowned “D”s. Case hardened late NID action with automatic safety and gold-plated dbl triggers is engraved in typical “Grade 7” style, with near full coverage interwoven olive leaves and olives surrounding two-color gold inlaid game scenes on sides; pair of mallards in dark gold, drake with light gold ring around neck, take wing over marsh, with light gold bushes in foreground, on left side. On the right a pair of pheasant, one flushing, the other standing on light gold bushes in foreground, also has light gold neck ring. Bottom of action has gold inlaid heraldic eagle with white gold head over “MADE IN USA”. Trigger guard has more leaves and olives surrounding portrait of mule deer buck in gold. SN is at grip. Feather crotch figured American walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 13-7/8″ over reddish Decelerator pad. Point pattern checkering at grip has line border and stippled central diamond. Near fully checkered splinter ejector forend with inset ebony tip has J-spring and Deeley type release. Bore diameter: left -.731, right – .732. Bore restrictions: left – .046 (extra full), right – .047 (extra full). Wall thickness: left – .031, right – .029. Drop at heel: 2-9/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 13-7/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, near new, as completely refurbished, most likely by factory. Bbls retain essentially all of a high quality re-black. Action retains nearly all of what appears to be orig case hardening color with some high edge wear and a bit of silvering on fences. Buttstock appears to be a 1950’s or ’60’s replacement, possibly factory, with fancy wood but atypical checkering. Pad is new. What appears to be orig forend wood, retains most of a varnish finish. Checkering is lightly worn. Bores are excellent with some leading. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. 50594-14 MGM134 (9,000-14,000) C&R – Lot 3536

3537
$7,475.00

*SCARCE ITHACA “7E FLUES” TRAP GUN WITH BEAVERTAIL FOREND AND 34 INCH BARRELS.

SN 276804. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 34-3/8″ Special order bbls with flat, matted, slightly raised rib, are engraved “Ithaca Gun Co” and “Ithaca, N. Y.” on tops. Breech ends are engraved with 1-1/2″ of interwoven olive leaves and olives with shaded backgrounds. Engine turned bbl flats are stamped with SN and grade. Loop is set far forward to accommodate long heavy forend. Case hardened Flues action has non-automatic safety and gold-plated dbl triggers. Action is engraved in typical “Grade 7” style, with near full coverage interwoven olive leaves and olives within geometric borders, surrounding two-color gold inlaid game scenes on sides; two mallards, one in yellow gold, the other in red, take wing from pond with gold cattails, on left. Right side depicts two pheasant, one in red gold, the other in yellow. Bottom of action has gold inlaid heraldic eagle under “MADE IN USA” engraved on riband. Trigger guard has more leaves and olives surrounding portrait of mule deer buck in gold. SN is at grip. Nicely flame crotch figured American walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over open sided white line pad. Side panels are checkered and have fleur-di-lis intrusions. Checkering at grip is of fancy pattern with many panels and fleur-di-lis separated by broad ribbons, with some flourishes toward comb and butt. Matching very large and long beavertail ejector forend has inset ebony tip and push-button release. This unusual forend appears to be completely original to this gun, with extra long iron which is scroll engraved, with SN and grade. Bore diameter: left -.729, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .035 (full), right – .036 (full). Wall thickness: left – .035, right – .030. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 9 lbs. 15 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Jim Beckley. CONDITION: Fine, as partially refinished. Bbls retain 70 – 80% of what appears to be their orig blue, but may be an old re-blue, thinning overall. Action retains traces of orig color where protected, but is mostly pewter gray, engraving remains clear. Stocks retain nearly all of an old light oil refinish, with a number of subsequent light marks, checkering possibly freshened. Bores are excellent with some light striations. Action is a touch loose. Bbls are slightly off face. Ejectors are in time. A neat old high end special order Ithaca. 50632-3 MGM135 (7,500-12,500) C&R – Lot 3537

3538
$26,450.00

*RARE .410 BROWNING SUPERPOSED PRESENTATION P4W SUPERLIGHT SHOTGUN ENGRAVED BY ERNST AND VOSS WITH ORIGINAL BOX.

SN P83RR1432. Cal. 410. 3″ Chambers. 26-1/2″ Bbls marked for IC and Mod, have Morgan Utah and Montreal PQ addresses and “MADE IN BELGIUM” on top bbl to left of narrow matted ventilated rib. Coin finished, small sized, OU Superlight rounded action with ornamental sideplates is specially filed with beads around bottom, and features usual gold-plated selective single trigger. Action is engraved with near full coverage large open acanthus and scroll similar to that found on “Diana” grade guns, surrounding semi-relief carved scene of gold inlaid quail flying across opening in woods on bottom. Sideplates are engraved with more scroll surrounding ovate game scenes with subjects relief gold inlaid; a nye of pheasant, two sitting, two walking, and one flying are on left plate; and four ducks, one swimming, one walking toward water, and two taking wing from pond, are on right. Both bird scenes are signed “L. Ernst” at bottoms. Engraving is signed “E Voss” at bottom of pheasant scene. Trigger guard has bust of a pointer on bow. Superb side-on burl figured American walnut straight grip Superlight buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over skip line checkered wood butt, and has typical “Midas” grade checkering at grip. Special order 3-pc Superlight forend matches well. Bore diameter at muzzles: top -.394, bottom – .399. Drop at heel: 2-5/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. This fine gun comes in its orig shipping box with correct end label. Twin ivory bead sights. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, with evidence of light field use, with some handling and assembly marks on wood and metal finishes. Mechanically crisp. Box is fine, with some tape repairs on one corner, and label is faded. A scarce Browning with only 35 produced in .410. 50594-71 MGM96 (20,000-30,000) IVORY – Lot 3538

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3539
$36,800.00

*28 GAUGE BROWNING SHOTGUN SUPERPOSED CUSTOM SHOP EXHIBITION SIDEPLATED SUPERLIGHT WITH GOLD INLAYS BY J. BAERTEN AND CASE.

SN C184. Cal. 28 ga. This extremely attractive gun, product of the Browning Custom Shop, has 28″ bbls fitted with narrow, matted, ventilated rib, and has Browning Morgan Utah and Montreal P.Q. address, along with “MADE IN BELGIUM” on left side of top bbl. Left side of breech is marked for full and full chokes. Blued and specially filed superposed action is fitted with ornamental sideplates, and single selective gold plated trigger with finger blade checkered. Action is tastefully two-color gold wire inlaid along its beads and borders. The inlay has small open scroll terminations to very fine effect. This treatment continues onto sideplates and surrounds finely detailed dog and bird scenes with the major subjects relief gold inlaid; pointing setter watches a departing pheasant on left plate, and a quail wings across open grass with pines in background on the right. Another quail is in flight on trigger guard bow. This very attractive and well cut engraving is by noted Browning engraver, Jose Baerten whose signature appears at the bottom of left lockplate. Striking, flame figured claro walnut straight grip Superlight buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over skip line checkered wood butt. Modified point pattern checkering wraps over top of grip. Schnabeled Superlight forend is somewhat lighter in color, than buttstock. Bore diameter: top -.549, bottom – .549. Bore restrictions: top – .035 (full), bottom – .035 (full). Drop at heel: 2-1/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 5 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. Vinyl Hartmann case is lined in faun faux fur, and contains Naugahyde tag and two keys. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, very near to new, with some light assembly and handling marks, major exception two index fingernail sized compressions in right bottom forend checkering, and a small ding on left side of rib about 4″ from breech. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent. 50594-110 MGM92 (20,000-30,000) – Lot 3539

3540
$23,000.00

*FINE 28 GAUGE BROWNING SUPERPOSED EXHIBITION SHOTGUN W/SIDEPLATES AND FINE GAME SCENES BY BODSON AND SCROLL BY DUJARDIN.

SN 192F75. Cal. 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26-1/2″ Bbls with narrow, ventilated rib are marked with Morgan Utah and Montreal addresses on top left. Browning patents, etc. are on right. Left side of breech is marked for mod and full chokes. Coin finished nicely filed rounded action with ornamental sideplates features non-automatic safety and gold plated single selective trigger. Action is engraved with well cut medium scroll within acanthus enhanced geometric borders. This scroll and bordering surround well rendered sporting vignettes of dogs and game birds on sideplates; a pointer pointing a pair of quail in rocky meadow on left, and a retriever, duck in mouth, stepping out of a pond on right. Bottom of action portrays a running rabbit. This interesting engraving is signed by noted Browning engraver “N. Bodson” at bottom of quail scene. “Dujardin” signature is on trigger plate. American walnut long tang square knob buttstock with interesting burl and flame/ stump figure measures 14-3/8″ over Browning embossed hard rubber buttplate. Point pattern checkering with line borders is at grip. Three piece schnabeled forend matches well. Bore diameter: top -.545, bottom – .542. Bore restrictions: top – .030 (full), bottom – .013 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, very near new, with only a few scattered handling and assembly marks in all fine factory finishes. There is scant evidence of firing. Mechanics are crisp. A super rare little Browning. 50594-61 MGM130 (17,500-27,500) – Lot 3540

3541
$0.00

*SPECTACULAR BROWNING SUPERPOSED EXHIBITION TRAP WITH GOLD INLAY BY VRANKEN AND ENGRAVING BY ERNST, WITH CASE.

SN 2517S71. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 32″ Bbls with Broadway ventilated rib, are gold inlaid with Browning Morgan Utah, and Montreal PQ addresses, and “MADE IN BELGIUM” on left side. Rear left side is stamped for full and full chokes. Blued standard OU action features non-automatic safety and single selective trigger with finger blade checkered. Action is embellished with attractive exceptionally well executed relief two-color gold inlay of attenuated open scroll surrounding two-color relief gold scenes of dogs retrieving birds on flush gold inlaid lined ground. The dog portrait seems to be of the same springer spaniel retrieving various birds to hand, with a mallard on left, cock pheasant on right, and another duck on bottom of action. This obviously special order engraving and inlay is signed “Vrancken” on right rear, who was most likely responsible for the dogs and birds, and “L. Ernst” on left, who may have done the scroll. Exhibition quality, impressively stump and flame figured, dense, American walnut long tang square knob buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over Silver type pad over 3/8″ well matching lengthening piece. Checkering on grip is flanked by nicely carved open scroll with stippled background. This treatment is also on bottom of grip. Matching flared beavertail forend is checkered to match, but with more prominent carved beaded borders. Bore diameter: top -.732, bottom – .732. Bore restrictions: top – .028 (Imod), bottom – .019 (mod). Drop at heel: 1-11/16″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 8 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Vinyl Hartmann case is lined in beige cloth. Twin ivory bead sights. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain nearly all of what appears to be orig blue, but is possibly a high quality re-blue, with some light assembly marks. Action retains nearly all of its brilliant blue finish, with a hint of silvering on sharp edges. Stocks retain essentially all of what is most likely a very professional hand rubbed oil refinish, sharp edges, checkering, and carving preserved. Pad is new. Bores are excellent. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent. A very fine looking Browning. 50594-94 MGM94 (10,000-17,500) IVORY – Lot 3541

3542
$0.00

*FN BROWNING SUPERPOSED EXHIBITION UPGRADE SHOTGUN WITH GOLD INLAY AND ENGRAVING BY ANGELO BEE WITH CASE.

SN 58201S76. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Bbls with broadway, ventilated rib are engraved “Fabrique Nationale Herstal” on top left, and stamped with Browning Morgan Utah and Montreal addresses, etc. on right. Blued Superlight type action has non-automatic safety and blued well filed single selective trigger with checkered finger blade. Action is engraved with well cut large open scroll within geometric borders surrounding vignettes of game birds in semi relief gold inlaid detailed backgrounds; trio of quail flushing over rail fence on left side of action, and a trio of doves swooping into a clearing on right. A woodcock is flitting through alders on bottom of action. Engraving is signed “A Bee” under quail scene, and “J Breugelmans” on trigger plate. Nicely marbled and lightly figured European walnut long tang square knob buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over red Decelerator pad, and features carved drop points, and well cut modified point pattern checkering which wraps over grip. Target style forend matches well. Bore diameter: top -.729, bottom – .728. Bore restrictions: Screw chokes. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 5 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Tan vinyl Hartmann case is lined in faux fur. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, as custom finished, with high edge wear on blued metal parts, and a number of minor marks in wood, as would be associated with light use. Pad is new. Bores are excellent. Mechanically excellent. Case is excellent with a few stains. Interior is lightly soiled. 50594-115 MGM128 (10,000-17,000) – Lot 3542

3543
$0.00

*VERY FINE, CUSTOM, EXHIBITION TYPE, 20 GAUGE BROWNING SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN WITH FINE STOCK BY JACK HAUGH AND WONDERFUL FLUSH GOLD INLAY BY JIMMY NIXON, WITH CASE.

SN 34007v4. Cal. 20 ga. 3″ Chambers. 28″ Bbls have narrow, file cut, ventilated rib and St. Louis and Montreal addresses. Blued action features non-automatic safety and gold-plated well filed single selective trigger. Action is flush gold inlaid in “Exhibition” style with exceptionally well executed bands and tendrils of scroll surrounding very finely detailed flush gold game birds; pair of departing ruffed grouse on left side of action, and a pair of quail flying across right. A woodcock swoops across bottom of action. Scrolled inlay continues onto trigger guard. This fine work is signed “J. L. Nixon” on trigger plate. Beautifully marbled and lightly figured European walnut long tang round knob buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over Browning embossed hard rubber buttplate, and features well cut “Midas” style checkering which wraps around grip and has flourishes into butt. Superlight style schnabled forend matches well. Bore diameter: top -.620, bottom – .620. Bore restrictions: top – .017 (mod), bottom – .009 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: Approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 11 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Brown vinyl Hartmann case is lined in faux fur, and contains instruction booklet in envelope, and some photographs of other work by Jimmy Nixon. PROVENANCE: Display card outlining work performed and craftsmen involved in the building of this fine custom shotgun, including “Paul Fuchs, now deceased, performed all the metal polish and rust bluing, including all interior action parts which are high polished similar to a “Midas” grade. Paul was formerly general manager of Brownings repair and restoration shop in St. Louis, MO.” CONDITION: Excellent, near new, as custom finished. Gun has only the lightest of handling and assembly marks on all wood and metal finishes. Mechanically excellent. Case is excellent with a couple of spots, interior has some soiling. 50699-1 MGM127 (9,000-13,000) – Lot 3543

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3544
$6,900.00

*FINE 20 GAUGE CUSTOM BROWNING SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN WITH EXCEPTIONAL HIGH RELIEF GAME SCENE CARVING AND SUPERB STOCK WOOD.

SN 42562V6. Cal. 20 ga. 3″ Chambers. 26-1/2″ Bbls with narrow, ventilated rib are marked with St. Louis and Montreal addresses on top left. Browning patents, etc. are on right. Left side of breech is marked for IC and mod chokes. Coin finished action features non-automatic safety and gold plated single selective trigger, and is engraved with very well cut Germanic large open scrolling acanthus with shaded background surrounding deep relief carved scenes of birds and dogs framed by flush scrolling gold wire inlay; a group of three mallards take wing from cattails while another two remain swimming on left side of action, and a pointer watches a trio of quail run and fly away on right. Bottom of action portrays a pheasant about to spring into the air. This fine custom work is reminiscent of that by Hans Obiltschnig, but no signature is found. Blued trigger guard with central oval on bow is gold inlaid with “V” surrounded by V-shaped scroll flourish. Intricately dark marbled and stump figured exhibition quality European walnut long tang round knob buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over Browning embossed hard rubber buttplate. Point pattern checkering with double line borders is at grip. Well matched forend is of field type. Bore diameter: top -.623, bottom – .620. Bore restrictions: top – .013 (mod), bottom – .005 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-1/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 3/8″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, near new, as custom finished, with only a few light handling and assembly marks in all wood and metal finishes. Bores are excellent. Mechanics are excellent. An attractive custom Browning. 50594-58 MGM131 (7,000-11,000) – Lot 3544

3545
$24,150.00
Revised: 9/21/2016

Please Note: Gun in NOT a Browning P4W Superlight. Gun is a C grade Exhibition in a D4 Superlight configuration. Serial number indicates the grade “C95”.

*BROWNING SUPERPOSED SUPERLIGHT .410 CUSTOM SHOP EXHIBITION SHOTGUN WITH BAERTEN D5 ENGRAVING AND BOX.

SN C95. Cal. 410. 26-1/4″ Bbls with narrow, solid rib, are engraved in script with Morgan Utah and Montreal PQ addresses, and “Made in Belgium”. Left side of breech end of bbl is marked for modified and full chokes. Rounded Superlight coin finished action with non-automatic safety and selective single trigger (finger blade checkered) is engraved with full coverage large, open acanthus scroll with floral highlights in a background of small scroll in “D5” style. Engravers signature “J Baerten” is at bottom rear left side. Very fine burl/ stump figured claro walnut straight grip Superlight buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over skip line checkered wood butt. Modified point pattern checkering wraps over top of grip. Schnabeled Superlight one piece forend matches well, but is of plain walnut. Bore diameter at muzzles: top -.382, bottom – .393. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: Approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 4 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Black and gold box has no end label. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, very near to new, with a few very light handling and assembly marks on wood and metal. Shows scant evidence of firing. Mechanically crisp. Front bead broken off. Box is good but with long crack on top, and patches of top layer missing. 50594-70 MGM97 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 3545

3546
$16,675.00

*BROWNING SUPERPOSED CUSTOM SHOP EXHIBITION SHOTGUN WITH BAERTEN D5 ENGRAVING AND CASE.

SN C-36. Cal. 20 ga. 28″ Bbls with narrow, ventilated rib, are engraved in script with Morgan Utah and Montreal PQ addresses, and “Made in Belgium”. Left side of breech end of bbl is marked for modified and full chokes. Rounded superlight coin finished action with non-automatic safety and selective single trigger (finger blade checkered) is engraved with full coverage large, open acanthus scroll with floral highlights in a background of small scroll. Engravers signature “C Baerten” is at bottom rear left side. Fine feather crotch figured claro walnut long tang square knob buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over skip line checkered wood butt. Modified point pattern checkering wraps over top of grip. Schnabeled superlight forend matches well. Bore diameter: top -.621, bottom – .621. Bore restrictions: top – .026 (full), bottom – .017 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-1/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 4 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Vinyl Hartmann case is lined in faun cloth, and contains instruction booklet. Ivory bead sight. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, very near to new, with a few very light handling and assembly marks on wood and metal. Shows scant evidence of firing. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent with some light marks. 50594-111 MGM91 (12,500-17,500) IVORY – Lot 3546

3547
$11,500.00

*SUPERB BROWNING SUPERPOSED “D5” VERREES & CO (LEBEAU-COURALLY) DOUBLE RIFLE WITH EXTRA SHOTGUN BARRELS, SCOPE, AND CASE.

SN 177PM01156. Cal. 30-06 and 20 ga. 3″ Chambers. Browning/ FN Custom shop is often in partnership with Lebeau-Courally/ Verrees in producing unusual exhibition quality guns and rifles. This particular example built on a B 25 small sized action, is fitted with 24″ mono-bloc OU double rifle bbls. Bbls are fitted with hand matted quarter rib holding single folding leaf express rear sight and claw scope bases. Matching front ramp holds silver bead. Left side of top bbl is engraved “BROWNING ARMS CO MADE IN BELGIUM”; right side with “VERREES & CO” and with caliber. 26-1/2″ Shotgun bbls are marked for modified and full chokes, are fitted with narrow, hand matted, ventilated rib, and are engraved with same makers names. Browning B 25 Superposed action is coin finished, and has nicely filed beads. It is engraved in “D5” pattern with full coverage large swirling acanthus scroll with floral terminations and highlights. This fine engraving is signed “Janssen” beside trigger. Engraving continues onto trigger guard bow, as well as tang, which extends to steel grip cap, also engraved in matching pattern. Exhibition quality, beautifully marbled European walnut with striking fiddle/ flame figure, measures 14-1/2″ over skip line checkered wood butt. Side panels have nicely chip carved drop points and checkering at grip is of modified point pattern with line borders. Each bbl set has its own nicely matched 3-pc forend. Leupold Vari X III 1.5 – 5X scope with duplex reticle is in Recknagel type claw rings. Shotgun bbls 20 ga: Bore diameter: top -.617, bottom – .618. Bore restrictions: top – .018 (mod), bottom – .009 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 5 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. 30-06 Rifle BBLS: Drop at heel: approx 2-7/16″, drop at comb: approx 1-5/8″. Weight without scope: 7 lbs. 4 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Tan vinyl Hartmann case lined in faux fur, contains a Naugahyde tag, and the key. PROVENANCE: Two test targets for rifle bbls dated 2007. Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, very near to new, with a few handling marks in all fine factory finishes on wood and metal, most notably some light scratches on both side panels of buttstock. Mechanically crisp. Scope is excellent, optically clear. Case is excellent with one or two bumps. Interior is lightly soiled. A super rare high end combo. 50594-95 MGM122 (12,500-17,500) – Lot 3547

3548
$6,325.00

*BROWNING CENTENNIAL CONTINENTAL RIFLE/ SHOTGUN SET ENGRAVED BY E. VOS WITH PRESENTATION CASE.

SN 1878C-13. Cal. 20 ga/30-06. 20 ga. with 26 1/2″ bbls. 30-06 with 24″ bbls. Based on the continental over and under double rifle, this limited edition set was issued in 1978, and features coin finished action with scroll engraving outlining gold inlaid vignettes of game; a recumbent stag on left, and flushing quail on right side of action. Bottom of action pictures John M. Browning with dates 1878 & 1978 in scrolled bands. Engraving is signed “E. VOS” on bottom rear of left and right side. Locking block is inscribed “Browning Centennial”. Oil finished, finely fiddle figured claro walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14″ over Browning buttplate. Each bbl set has its own matching schnabeled forend. Weight with rifle bbls: 7 lbs 6 oz. Weight with shotgun bbls: 6 lbs 1 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. Spectacular Presentation style full length walnut case with brass hardware, is lined in royal red velvet. CONDITION: Exceptional as new, likely test fired only and retains virtually all orig finish to wood and metal. Case is near mint with minor light handling marks. These guns represent an exceptional value in today’s market place. 50861-1 JSL (6,000-10,000) – Lot 3548

3549
$14,950.00

*FN BROWNING SUPERPOSED D4G “SUPERLIGHT” SHOTGUN ENGRAVED BY WATRIN AND VRANKEN.

SN 49212S6. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 27-1/2″ Bbls are unmarked for choke, and engraved with FN name and address on left side of top bbl, and are fitted with unusual solid matted rib. Coin finished “Superlight” type action with unplated single selective trigger is engraved with full coverage attenuated open scroll with dark stippled backgrounds surrounding well cut game scenes on sides; trio of flushing pheasant on left, and another three ducks erupting from marsh on right. Pheasant scene is signed “Vranken” on bottom rear. Trigger plate is signed “A Watrin” who most likely did the scroll, and “L. Vranken” who undoubtedly did the very fine game scenes. Strikingly marbled and nicely figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over skip line checkered wood butt. Side panels have fluted drop points. Closely spaced point pattern checkering wraps over grip. 3-Pc Schnabeled “Superlight” forend matches well. Bore diameter: top -.722, bottom – .722. Bore restrictions: top – .036 (full), bottom – .017 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, with exceptionally light firing halos on breechface, and a few of the faintest of handling marks on wood and metal. Mechanically crisp. 50594-56 MGM315 (9,500-15,500) – Lot 3549

3550
$0.00

*SCARCE FN BROWNING SUPERPOSED D2 “CARNABY” SHOTGUN.

SN 33637S5. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ Bbls with raised, matted, ventilated rib are unmarked for choke, and are engraved with FN name and address on left side of top bbl. Case hardened “Superlight” type OU action is fitted with very unusual non-automatic safety and dbl triggers. Action is engraved with well cut, attractive rose and scroll, which appears to be unsigned. Finely marbled and lightly figured European walnut long tang round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over Silver type pad, and features rounded drop points, and closely spaced point pattern checkering with line borders that wrap over top of grip. Nicely matching 3-pc schnabeled “Superlight” forend has typical sliding latch. Bore diameter: top -.722, bottom – .721. Bore restrictions: top – .038 (full), bottom – .038 (full). Drop at heel: 1-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. Twin ivory bead sights. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, with light wear, as associated with casual field use. Bbls have a hint of silvering, and assembly marks. Sharp edges of action is silvered. Blue is fading on trigger guard tang. Stocks is excellent, possibly refinished, with one or two subsequent very light marks. Mechanically excellent. 50594-48 MGM312 (6,000-10,000) IVORY – Lot 3550

3551
$20,700.00

*RARE 28 GAUGE BROWNING SUPERPOSED P2N SUPERLIGHT SHOTGUN ENGRAVED BY J. BAERTEN WITH CASE.

SN P73RR1438. Cal. 28 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26-1/2″ Bbls marked for IC and Mod, have Morgan Utah and Montreal PQ addresses and “MADE IN BELGIUM” on top bbl to left of narrow, matted, ventilated rib. Coin finished, small sized, OU Superlight rounded action features usual gold-plated selective single trigger. Action is engraved with near full coverage large open acanthus and scroll similar to that found on “Diana” grade guns, surrounding semi-relief carved scene of gold inlaid duck flying across bottom of action. Left side depicts a pair of gold geese flushing from marsh. A retriever is surprised by mallard erupting from bulrushes on right. Trigger guard has vacant ovate area on bow. This fine engraving is signed “J. Baerten” at bottom rear of left side. Superb burl/ stump figured American walnut straight grip Superlight oil finished buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over skip line checkered wood butt, and has typical “Midas” grade checkering at grip. Special order 3-pc Superlight forend is of nicely streaked walnut. Bore diameter: top -.542, bottom – .542. Bore restrictions: top – .012 (mod), bottom – .008 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 3 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Brown vinyl Hartmann case is lined in faux fleece, and contains instruction booklet and two keys. CONDITION: Excellent, very near to new, with only a few light handling and assembly marks on wood and metal finishes; scant evidence of firing since proof. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent, with some light scuffs. Interior cloth is slightly soiled from contact with bbls. A scarce Browning with only 63 produced in 28 ga. 50730-2 MGM98 (12,000-18,000) – Lot 3551

3552
$10,350.00

*SUPERB CONDITION BROWNING SUPERPOSED GRADE V SHOTGUN WITH ENGRAVING BY DOYEN WITH TOLEX CASE.

SN 6718. (1954) Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26-1/2″ Bbls marked for “mod and full”, are fitted with narrow, matted, ventilated rib, and have only Browning St. Louis MO address. Coin finished, small sized action is engraved with nearly full coverage large strap work scroll with acanthus highlights surrounding vignettes of game birds; pheasants on left, ducks on right, and grouse on bottom, in a style which continued through to later production as the “Diana” grade. Engraving on this gun is signed “V Doyen” at bottom rear of pheasant scene. Trigger guard is engraved with pheasant in a tree. Remarkable, wonderfully marbled and lightly figured flesh-toned European walnut long tang round knob buttstock measures 14″ over horn Browning embossed buttplate. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Field forend matches well. Bore diameter: top -.611, bottom – .612. Bore restrictions: top – .036 (extra full), bottom – .015 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 5 oz. LOP: 14″. What is most likely orig, Browning Tolex case, with blued latches and reinforcement, is lined in royal blue cloth, and contains two orig keys in small paper envelope. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, very near to new, with only a few very light handling marks in all factory wood and metal finishes. There is some case wear on right side of butt, and some slight impressed patterning in finish from some type of cloth on left quarter of butt. Mechanically crisp. Case exterior is excellent, with some dots of white paint, and some rubs. Interior cloth is very lightly soiled and shows some compressions. It is hard to imagine finding a finer condition early high grade Browning. 50594-93 MGM89 (8,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 3552

3553
$16,100.00

*BROWNING SUPERPOSED “MIDAS” GRADE SHOTGUN THREE BARREL SMALL GAUGE SET ENGRAVED BY KOWALSKI AND BLEUS WITH EXHIBITION BURL WOOD AND CASE.

SN 080V71. Cal. .410/ 20 ga/ 20 ga. Three sets of 26″ bbls marked “1” “2” and “3” on bottoms, with two 20 ga. bbls, mareked “1” and “2”, and .410 bbl set, “3”. 20 ga bbl set “1” is marked for “modified and full” and set “2” is marked for “I Mod and Modified”. The .410 set (“3”) is marked for “Mod and Full”. All sets are fitted with narrow, matted, ventilated ribs, and have Morgan, Utah and Montreal, PQ addresses, along with “MADE IN BELGIUM” on left side of tops. There are 2-1/2″ triangles of well cut open scroll on breech ends, which continues onto ejector housing bolsters. Small sized, blued Browning action features non-automatic safety and selective single trigger. Action is engraved with well cut large, open, shaded scroll and acanthus with fine stippled background surrounding vignettes of birds, major subjects relief gold inlaid. Scenes are surrounded by gold wire inlay with flourishes at bottom, as designed by noted Browning engraver, Louis Vranken; three pheasant on left side, three ducks on right, and a quail flies across central scene on bottom of action. Pheasant scene is signed “R. Kowalski” at bottom right, and engraving is signed “Bleus” on both sides at bottom rear. Matching trigger guard has vacant shield on bow. Undoubtedly special order, wonderfully burl figured claro walnut long tang square knob buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over open sided brown Browning white line pad. Exhibition checkering at grip has carved beaded borders, and relief carved scrolled acanthus at front portion. Bottom of grip is carved in similar motif. This fine carving extends to fairly well matched one piece forends, one for each bbl set. BBL set “1”: Bore diameter: top -.620, bottom – .620. Bore restrictions: top – .026 (full), bottom – .011 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 3 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. BBL set no “2”: Bore diameter: top -.620, bottom – .620. Bore restrictions: top – .020 (Imod), bottom – .011 (Mod). BBL set no. “3”: Bore diameter at muzzles: top -.380, bottom – .390. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. Three bbl Hartmann case specially made for this set with two 20 bore slots, contains instruction booklet and warranty. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, very close to new, with only a few light handling marks, and a few deep marks, most notably a 1″ scrape on right front of the .410 forend, and a light bump on left side of butt. Checkering on all pieces still light in color. Case is excellent. A superb field choked top of the line Browning set. 50594-114 MGM88 (17,500-27,500) – Lot 3553

3554
$23,000.00

*EXCEPTIONALLY RARE AND DESIRABLE BROWNING “MIDAS” .410 SUPERLIGHT SHOTGUN ENGRAVED BY BODSON, WITH CASE.

SN 081J74. Cal. 410. 26-1/4″ Bbls are marked for modified and full, have Morgan Utah and Montreal PQ addresses, along with “MADE IN BELGIUM” on left side of very narrow matted ventilated rib. Small sized, rounded and blued, Superlight action is engraved in typical “Midas” style with large, open acanthus scroll surrounding gold inlaid vignettes of game birds within gold line borders; trio of pheasant on left, ducks on right, and quail on bottom of action. Bottom of rear of pheasant scene is signed “M Bodson”. Beautifully flame crotch figured claro walnut straight grip Superlight buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over composition Browning embossed buttplate. Checkering at grip is of typical “Midas” grade modified point pattern. Schnabeled Superlight one piece forend is of nicely streaked walnut. Bore diameter at muzzles: top -.383, bottom – .392. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-5/16″. Cast: approx 1/4″ off. Weight: 6 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. Brown vinyl Hartmann case is lined in faun fleece, and contains two keys. Ivory bead sight. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, near new, with only the faintest of handling and assembly marks on wood and metal. Only faint firing halos are on breechface. Case is excellent. Interior slightly soiled. A super little superlight. 50594-92 MGM95 (13,000-20,000) IVORY – Lot 3554

3555
$0.00
Revised: 9/19/2016

Please Note: Great News!! Although not mentioned in the original description, all four barrels are “choked skeet”.

*BELGIAN BROWNING MIDAS GRADE FOUR BARREL SET SHOTGUN WITH CASE.

SN 5297S73. Cal. 12 ga, 20 ga, 28 ga, .410. This top of the line Browning is marked with typical 1973 nomenclature on all sets of 28″ ventilated rib bbls, twin ivory beads. Blued action is engraved with well cut, large, open, scrolled acanthus with fine stippled shading, surrounding gold wire framed vignettes of relief gold inlaid game birds in typical Midas style; a trio of pheasants are flushing from wood lands into open field on left, a trio of mallards flushing into open marsh on right, and a quail is flying across bottom of action with grass in background. Engravers signature, “J. M. Deprez”, is at bottom rear on each side of action. Intricately crotch figured claro walnut long tang, square knob buttstock is fitted with Browning pad. Checkering has fancy border with flourishes extending into butt. Beavertail forend which fits all bbl sets, is of relatively plain walnut. 12 ga. bbls: Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 7 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. Browning Hartman luggage case contains three small gauge bbl sets. Case contains hang tags for case, instruction manual and two keys in waxed paper bag. MGM Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent with only the faintest marks on metal and wood. Case is excellent, with a few light scuffs. Interior fur has some compressions and discoloration from contact with bbls. 50819-1 DS (10,000-16,000) IVORY – Lot 3555

3556
$5,175.00

*FINE BROWNING SUPERPOSED “MIDAS” GRADE FIELD GUN ENGRAVED BY JOSE BAERTEN.

SN 85063S8. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Bbls with ventilated rib are marked with St. Louis and Montreal addresses on top left. Browning patents, etc. are on right. Left side of breech is marked for mod and full chokes. Blued action features non-automatic safety and gold plated single selective trigger, and is engraved with well cut large open scroll with acanthus highlights in fine shaded background surrounding relief gold inlaid scenes of birds framed by flush scrolling gold wire inlay in typical “Midas” style; three pheasant are on left side of action, and ducks on right. A quail flies across bottom of action. This engraving and inlay is by noted Browning engraver, Jose Baerten, whose signature appears at bottom rear of both sides of action. Finely crotch figured American walnut long tang square knob buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over Browning embossed hard rubber buttplate. Checkering at grip is of typical “Midas” style with flourishes into butt. Nicely matching forend is of field type. Bore diameter: top -.722, bottom – .720. Bore restrictions: top – .024 (mod), bottom – .013 (Lt mod). Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, near new, with only a few light handling and assembly marks in all wood and metal finishes. Bores are excellent. Mechanics are excellent. Ivory mid-bead. 50594-62 MGM132 (5,750-8,500) IVORY – Lot 3556

3557
$0.00

*BROWNING SUPERPOSED “MIDAS” GRADE FIELD GUN ENGRAVED BY ANDRE DIERCKX.

SN 20039S70. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Bbls with ventilated rib are marked with St Louis and Montreal addresses on top left. Browning patents, etc. are on right. Left side of breech is marked for IC and full chokes. Blued action features non-automatic safety and gold plated single selective trigger. Action is engraved with well cut large open scroll with acanthus highlights in fine shaded background surrounding relief gold inlaid scenes of birds framed by flush scrolling gold wire inlay in typical “Midas” style; three pheasant are on left side of action, and ducks on right. A quail flies across bottom of action. This engraving and inlay is by Browning master engraver, Andre Dierckx, whose signature appears at bottom rear of both sides of action. Flame figured claro walnut short tang square knob buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over open sided Browning white line pad. Checkering at grip is of typical “Midas” style with flourishes into butt. Nicely matching forend is of field type. Bore diameter: top -.727, bottom – .726. Bore restrictions: top – .043 (extra full), bottom – .013 (Lt mod). Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 3/8″ off. Weight: 7 lbs. 0 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, showing evidence of considerable field use, with some high edge wear and numerous marks and a few scratches in orig factory finishes, most notably a number of scratches behind forend iron, on bottom of action, and a number of marks in stocks, mostly on grip knob and along toe line of butt. Bores are excellent. Mechanically excellent. Ivory front bead. 50594-57 MGM133 (5,500-8,500) IVORY – Lot 3557

3558
$18,400.00

*SUPERB BROWNING .410 “POINTER” “SUPERLIGHT” SHOTGUN WITH BOX.

SN 567J83. Cal. 410. 3″ Chambers. 28″ Bbls marked for mod and full, have Morgan Utah and Montreal addresses along with “MADE IN BELGIUM” by FN markings, on left side of top bbl. Steel and chamber information is on right. B 25 “Superlight” action is engraved in classic “Pointer” style with near full coverage well cut scroll surrounding vignettes of dog retrieving duck on left, and pointer retrieving pheasant on right. A pair of quail are on bottom of action and a flushing pheasant is on trigger guard bow. Engravers signature, “J Pirotte” is on left side, and “R Hellinx” is on right. Finely flame figured American walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over Browning composition buttplate. Modified point pattern checkering is at grip. One piece schnabeled “Superlight” forend matches. Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Gun is accompanied by its orig black and gold box with end label SNed to match. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, with only the faintest of handling and assembly marks in all factory wood and metal finishes. Box is fine with some chipping and tape. End label has tape, and a few edges lifting. This model was available by special order only and was never cataloged by Browning. 51022-2 MGM314 (12,000-18,000) – Lot 3558

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3559
$13,800.00

*BROWNING “POINTER” GRADE SHOTGUN ENGRAVED BY LEGIERS WITH EXTRA BARRELS AND HARTMANN CASE.

SN 18758. (1960) Cal. 20 ga. Two sets of bbls one 26″ marked for “skeet” and “skeet”, the other 28″ marked for “mod” and “full” have St. Louis and Montreal addresses, as well as steel and chamber information on left side of narrow, ventilated rib, and with patent numbers and “MADE IN BELGIUM” on right. Coin finished action with typical single selective gold trigger is engraved in usual “Pointer ” style with well cut scroll, surrounding vignettes of dogs; pointer retrieving a duck on left, and another pointer retrieving a pheasant on right. A pair of quail (?) are on bottom of action, and two pheasant, one on the ground, the other flushing, are on trigger guard bow. Both dog scenes are signed “Legiers”. Nicely marbled European walnut round knob long tang pistol grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over composition buttplate. Typical point pattern checkering is at grip. Field forends match well. 26″ BBL SET: Bore diameter: top -.612, bottom – .611. Bore restrictions: top – .008 (IC/ skeet), bottom – .006 (skeet). Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-11/16″. Cast: approx 1/4″ on. Weight: 6 lbs. 3 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. 28″ BBL SET: Bore diameter: top -.612, bottom – .611. Bore restrictions: top – .033 (full), bottom – .017 (mod). Tan Hartmann case with space for both bbl sets, is lined in fuzzy faux fur and contains instruction booklet, case information, and the key, in glassine envelope. PROVENANCE: Factory letter stating it was sold Nov 2, 1960 to Abercrombie & Fitch. Copy of orig invoice. CONDITION: Excellent, appears very close to new, with only a few very light handling marks in all its fine factory finishes, checkering still light in color. Gold of trigger is excellent. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent. Interior is lightly soiled. 51022-4 MGM308 (12,000-20,000) C&R – Lot 3559

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3560
$11,500.00

*RARE & DESIRABLE BROWNING RKLT POINTER GRADE SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN.

SN 30404V3. Cal. 20 ga. 26-1/2″ bbls with matted, vent rib with sgl silver sighting bead, 3″ chambers, choked IMP-CYL / MOD with gold sgl selective trigger & ejectors. Chamber area of top bbl on left side marked “BROWNING ARMS COMPANY ST LOUIS MO. & MONTREAL P.Q. / MADE IN BELGIUM”. Right side marked “SPECIAL STEEL – 20 GA – SHELLS 2-3/4″ & 3″ / PATENTS NO 2203.378-2233.86”. French gray receiver has fine foliate arabesque scroll with vignette of retriever holding duck in marsh scene, signed “A. Marechal” on left side, pointer holding pheasant & signed “A. Marechal” on right, and small vignette of 2 game birds on bottom. Trigger guard bow carries rooster pheasant in flight. Mounted with nicely figured walnut, checkered rnd knob pistol grip with long tang, & Browning hard rubber butt plate. Wrap-around checkered field style forend. Bore diameter: top -.623, bottom -.620. Bore restrictions: top -.013, bottom -.005. Wall thickness: top -.035, bottom -.039. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Weight: 6 lbs. 3 oz. LOP 13-5/8″. PROVENANCE: Factory letter confirming specifications and stating it was sold May 15 1964 to Carters Gun Works Charlottesville, VA. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain 98% orig blue with faint rub mark on bottom bbl from forend & a few very minor handling marks. Receiver has virtually all of its French gray finish with a couple of scratches. Stock is sound with just a couple of very minor light handling marks & retains virtually all of its fine orig finish. Forend is sound & retains most of its orig finish. Gun is extremely tight with crisp mechanics, strong ejectors, & bright shiny bores, just what you would expect of a gun that has had little use. 51022-3 (10,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 3560

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3561
$8,625.00

*EXCEPTIONALLY RARE PRE WAR BROWNING 20 GAUGE SIDELOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN WITH CASE.

SN 1006. Cal. 20 ga. These fine Browning marked guns were mostly produced by the esteemed firm of Lebeau-Courally, and are very desirable. This fine small gauge example has 28″ dovetailed bbls with matted, slightly swamped, narrow game rib engraved “Browning Arms Co Ogden Utah” and “Made in Belgium” on tops. Bbl flats are stamped with 1930 Belgian nitro proofs for 2-3/4″ chambers. Coin finished sidelock action features non-automatic safety (S inlaid in gold), hidden third fastener, bushed strikers, and single non-selective trigger. Action is engraved with near full coverage very well cut, varying sized, open, shaded scroll. Bottom of action is engraved “Browning Arms Company” in scroll terminated arched riband. Trigger guard with matching scroll has SN on tang. Nicely marbled European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14″ over ribbed horn buttplate, and features classic drop points and borderless point pattern checkering. Matching splinter ejector forend has Anson release. Bore diameter: left -.626, right – .626. Bore restrictions: left – .006 (IC), right – .015 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .029, right – .031. Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: approx 1/2″ off. Weight: 5 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14″. Tan vinyl Hartmann case is lined in faux fur, and contains a key. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain nearly all of a fine quality rust re-blue, subsequently thinning on sides from normal hand wear. Coin finish of action is fine with some darkening and very light pitting on right side. Stocks retain nearly all of an old hand rubbed oil finish with subsequent light marks. Checkering is freshened. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are slightly out of time. Trigger seems to work well. Case is excellent. A very fine handling light weight gun. 50594-99 MGM99 (8,500-14,500) C&R – Lot 3561

3562
$9,775.00

*SUPERB EARLY 20 GAUGE BROWNING SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN “FIGHTING COCKS” “GRADE III” ENGRAVED BY FELIX FUNKEN WITH EXTRA BARRELS AND TOLEX CASE.

SN 8559. (1955) Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26-1/2″ and 28″ Bbls with narrow, matted, ventilated ribs and only St. Louis addresses, are marked with SN and “1” (28″) or “2” (26-1/2″) on left sides breech ends of bottom bbls. Set “1” is marked for mod and full chokes, and “2” for IC and skeet (minus sign has “S” struck over). Coin finished action with non-automatic safety and gold-plated single selective trigger is engraved in “Grade III” style with well cut, varying sized classic scroll within stamped heart borders surrounding vignettes of game; pair of fighting black game cocks with harem of females watching, on left, and large group of pheasant, mostly standing and feeding, on right. Bottom of action has fine portrait of spaniel retrieving a duck. This tasteful engraving is by the revered Felix Funken whose signature appears on the bottom of both bird scenes. Well streaked European walnut long tang round knob buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over Browning embossed horn buttplate, and features well cut point pattern checkering at grip with double line borders. Each bbl set is fitted with its own field type forend, which match well. BBL set “1” 28″: Bore diameter: top -.612, bottom – .612. Bore restrictions: top – .035 (full), bottom – .015 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 10 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. BBL set “2” 26-1/2″: Bore diameter: top -.612, bottom – .610. Bore restrictions: top – .007 (IC), bottom – .002 (skeet). Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. What is most likely orig Tolex case has space for action and both bbl sets, is lined in royal blue cloth, and contains a key. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, original, near new. Bbls have only a few light handling and assembly marks. Coin finish of action is excellent, bright, with only a few small dings. Stocks are excellent with some light marks and scratches, checkering still light in color. Breechfaces show little evidence of firing. Bores are excellent. Mechanically crisp. Case exterior is excellent with some rubs and nicks, hardware somewhat frosted. Interior cloth is very fine with some rubs and compressions. A wonderful closet queen from the 1950’s. 50594-100 MGM126 (8,500-13,500) – Lot 3562

3563
$9,200.00

*.410 GAUGE BROWNING DIANA GRADE SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN ENGRAVED BY CAMPO WITH CASE.

SN 3024J9. Cal. 410. 3″ Chambers. 26-3/8″ Bbls marked for “imp/cyl” & “mod”, are fitted with narrow, ventilated rib, marked with Browning Arms Co. on left and “Made in Belgium” on right. Coin finished action with non-automatic safety and gold plated single selective trigger, is engraved in typical “Diana” style with semi-relief scrolled strapwork with acanthus highlights surrounding game scenes; five pheasant on left side, four mallards on right. A pair of quail fly across bottom of action and two rabbits are on trigger guard bow. Right side of action is signed “L.A. Campo”. Nicely figured European walnut with LTFK configuration and measures 14-1/16″ over black Browning HRBP. Point pattern checkering with double line borders is at grip. One piece field forend matches well. Drop at heel: 1-7/16″, drop at comb: 2-1/4″. Weight: 6 lbs 10 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. Browning tan vinyl case is lined in fawn fuzzy faux fur, and case original instruction pamphlet in black envelope. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain nearly all their factory restored finish. Coin finish of action is exceptional and near mint as factory refurbished. Gold plating is excellent and near mint. Stocks are also near mint factory replacements. Checkering is crisp. Mechanically excellent. Case is excellent. Interior cloth has some minor soiling. 51022-1 JSL (8,000-12,000) – Lot 3563

3564
$0.00

*UNUSUAL BROWNING SUPERPOSED “DIANA” GRADE SUPERLIGHT 20/ 28 GAUGE SHOTGUN SET WITH ENGRAVING BY LEWANCZYK AND CASE.

SN 299IV73. (1973) Cal. 20 ga. 3″ Chambers and 28 ga. 2-3/4″ chambers. Both 26-1/2″ bbls have narrow, matted ventilated ribs and are marked with marked with Morgan Utah and Montreal PQ addresses. Rear sides of bbls are stamped with SNs and “1” or “2”. 20 ga set “1” are marked for chokes “skeet and IMod”, and 28 ga set “2” are marked for “IC and Mod”. Typical coin finished, superposed action squared at bottom rear portion, is engraved with nearly full coverage large strap work scroll with acanthus highlights surrounding vignettes of game birds; pheasants on left, ducks on right, and grouse on bottom, in usual “Diana” style. Engraving on this gun is signed “Lewanczyk” at bottom rear of duck scene. Trigger guard is engraved with a pair of rabbits. Very fine, crotch figured claro walnut straight grip Superlight buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over dark brown leather covered pad. Modified point pattern checkering is at grip. A gold oval on toe line is engraved “CGV”. Each bbl set has its own Superlight type schnabeled forend, that match well. 20 GA BBL SET “1”: Bore diameter: top -.620, bottom – .623. Bore restrictions: top – .021 (Imod), bottom – .006 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. 28 GA BBL SET “2”: Bore diameter: top -.552, bottom – .548. Bore restrictions: top – .022 (full), bottom – .012 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 9 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Hartmann case with space for action and two bbls, is lined in faux fur. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, with only a few very light handling and assembly marks in all wood and metal finishes; most notably dulling of coin finish on trigger guard tang. Checkering on grip is darkening, still light on both forends. Checkering on forend of 20 ga bbls, is missing many diamonds. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent with some light rubs. Interior is very lightly soiled from bbls. 50594-112 MGM90 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 3564

3565
$9,200.00

*DESIRABLE BELGIAN BROWNING DIANA GRADE SUPERPOSED 2-BARREL SHOTGUN.

SN 1726F7. Cal. 28 & 20 ga. Gray finish boxlock action with Diana grade engraving signed by master engraver “J. Baerten”. Engraving has game scenes featuring pheasants on left side, mallards on right side, partridge on floorplate, and rabbits on trigger guard. Balance is covered with vine type foliate scroll and punch dot background. Gold plated single selective trigger. Auto ejectors. Bbl 1: 28 ga. with 2-3/4″ chambers. 28″ vent rib with FULL & FULL chokes. Bbl 2: 20 ga. with 3″ chambers. 28″ vent rib with MOD & FULL chokes. Both bbls have steel beads and are properly numbered to gun. Both bbls have lightning forearms of checkered walnut. Round knob short tang stock of checkered fancy walnut. LOP: 14-1/8″ over orig buttplate. 1967 mfg. Includes Browning Hartman 2-bbl set luggage case. Case contains operation manual and keys. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Both bbls retain nearly all orig blue and have very good bright bores. Action has scattered small spots of brown patina mixed with orig gray finish. Both forearm and stock have scattered light scratches and marks. 50594-113 DS (8,500-13,500) – Lot 3565

3566
$6,900.00

*EARLY 20 GAUGE BROWNING DIANA GRADE SUPERPOSED SHOTGUN ENGRAVED BY G. VANDERSMISSEN.

SN 29515V3. Cal. 20 ga. 3″ Chambers. 26-3/8″ Bbls marked for improved cylinder and modified, are fitted with narrow, ventilated rib, marked with Browning St. Louis and Montreal addresses, and “MADE IN BELGIUM” on left, and with steel, chamber and patent information, on right. Coin finished action with non-automatic safety and gold plated single selective trigger, is engraved in typical “Diana” style with semi-relief scrolled strapwork with acanthus highlights surrounding game scenes; five pheasant on left side, four mallards on right. A pair of quail fly across bottom of action and two rabbits are on trigger guard bow. Both side scenes are signed “Vandersmissen G”. Nicely marbled French walnut round knob long tang buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over leather covered pad. Point pattern checkering with double line borders is at grip. One piece field forend matches well. Bore diameter: top -.634, bottom -.625. Bore restrictions: top -.012 (mod), bottom -.004 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs 1 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. CONDITION: Excellent, showing light field use, and retaining nearly all of its orig finishes on wood and metal, with some light forend marks on bbl, and scattered light marks and scratches on wood. Newer pad is very fine. Checkering is still light in color. Gold plating of trigger is excellent. Mechanically crisp, action is very smooth. 50610-10 (6,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 3566

3567
$0.00

*BROWNING SUPERPOSED DIANA GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 54074S75. Cal. 12 ga. 26″ bbl. 2-3/4″ chamber. Choke marked “Improved Cylinder & Modified”. Bbl with full length matted low profile ventilated rib with steel front bead. Gold-plated single selective trigger, automatic ejectors, non-automatic safety. Stock configuration is LTFK and checkered in 2-point pattern with 14-1/4″ LOP over Browning white-lined waffle pad. Trap forearm checkered in 3-pt pattern. Receiver is finely and profusely engraved signed on left sides by engraver “M. Bodson”. Left side engraved with pheasants in woods scene, right side with ducks in marsh scene, bottom with quail also in woods scene, trigger guard with rabbits on bow, all surrounded by finely executed foliate scroll engraving, in typical Diana fashion. Drop at comb: 1-11/16″, drop at heel: 1-15/16″. WEIGHT: 7lbs. 8oz. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain approx 95% orig blued finish with minor light handling marks having been lightly hunted. Buttstock & forearm are excellent and retain most of an older restored finish with scattered light handling marks throughout. Receiver is very good and retains most of its coin finish, starting to tone with minute light staining present. Engraving is still sharp & clear. Trigger retains most of its orig gold-plating. Bores are excellent. Single trigger works well. Mechanics are crisp. 50610-8 JSL (3,500-5,000) – Lot 3567

3568
$2,300.00

*BROWNING GRADE ONE SUPERPOSED LIGHTNING OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN.

SN 47371V7. Cal. 20 ga. 26-1/2″ vent rib bbls with Bradley. Fixed MOD & FULL chokes. 3″ chambers. Blued action with grade one scroll engraving. Gold plated single selective trigger and auto ejectors. Lightning forearm and rnd-knob short tang stock of checkered walnut. LOP: 14-1/8″ over orig buttplate. 1967 Belgian manufacture. CONDITION: Bbl has good blue with some fading in carry areas having dent along left side of rib 4-1/4″ from breech end. Good bright bores. Receiver has very good blue. Forearm shoe has faded blue. Stock finish has area of scuffing on right ear and shows a few scattered handling marks. 50610-9 DS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 3568

3569
$2,300.00

*BROWNING SUPERPOSED GRADE 1 LIGHTNING BELGIAN OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN.

SN 18458. Cal. 20 ga. 26-1/2″ ribs bbls with fixed IMP-CYL & MOD chokes. 2-3/4″ chambers. Blued boxlock action with grade 1 scroll engraving. Gold plated single selective trigger. Auto ejectors. Lightning forearm with round knob long tang stock of checkered of European walnut. LOP: 14-1/8″ over orig buttplate. Housed in Browning Tolex luggage case with blue velour fitted interior. CONDITION: Bbls and action retain about 90% orig blue. Very good bright bores. Stock finish has lightly worn appearance showing scattered scratches and marks. Case is in good condition showing light wear inside and out. 50287-2 DS (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 3569

3570
$2,875.00

*BROWNING SUPERPOSED LIGHTNING GRADE ONE OVER/UNDER SKEET SHOTGUN.

SN 17184S73. Cal. 12 ga. 26-1/2″ vent rib bbl with white Bradley front sight and white mid bead. Fixed SKEET & SKEET chokes. 2-3/4″ chambers. Blued action with grade one scroll engraving. Gold plated single selective trigger and auto ejectors. Target forearm with flat knob long tang of checkered walnut. LOP: 14-3/8″ over Browning ventilated skeet pad. 1973 Belgian manufacture. CONDITION: Near excellent. Retaining virtually all of its orig blue. Orig stock finish shows a few small marks. Very good bright bores. 50610-4 DS (1,500-2,500) – Lot 3570

3571
$2,875.00

*BROWNING SUPERPOSED LIGHTNING GRADE ONE OVER/UNDER SKEET SHOTGUN.

SN 21543S73. Cal. 12 ga. 26-1/2″ vent rib bbl with white Bradley front sight and white mid bead. Fixed SKEET & SKEET chokes. 2-3/4″ chambers. Blued action with grade one scroll engraving. Gold plated single selective trigger and auto ejectors. Target forearm with flat knob long tang of checkered walnut. LOP: 14-3/8″ over Browning ventilated skeet pad. 1973 Belgian manufacture. CONDITION: Near excellent. Retaining nearly all of its orig blue. Orig stock finish shows a few small marks with area of mildew spotting near toe. Very good bright bores. 50610-5 DS (1,500-2,500) – Lot 3571

3572
$4,025.00

*FN BROWNING B 1 “SUPERLIGHT” SHOTGUN WITH UNUSUAL ENGRAVING.

SN 823PM01271. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 26-3/8″ Bbls marked for IC and Mod, are marked with FN name and address on left side of top bbl, “MADE IN BELGIUM”, and Browning Arms Utah and Quebec addresses are stamped in. Coin finished, “Superlight” OU action with unplated single selective trigger, is marked with grade “B1M” under forend slide. Action is engraved with 80% coverage simple scroll with rose bouquet highlights similar to but more extensive than the usual B1 engraving. Relatively plain, but lightly figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-7/8″ over black Decelerator pad. Typical point pattern checkering is at grip. One piece schnabeled “Superlight” forend matches well. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 3 oz. LOP: 14-7/8″. CONDITION: Excellent, with evidence of light field use, with a few handling and assembly marks on wood and metal finishes, with some darkening of coin finish on bottom of action in engraving. Mechanically excellent. 50610-6 DS313 (3,500-5,500) – Lot 3572

3573
$3,162.50

*BROWNING SUPERPOSED GRADE III SHOTGUN WITH FIGHTING COCKS ENGRAVING BY FUNKEN.

SN 55740. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ Bbls are marked for “skeet” and “skeet” with standard ventilated rib, and are marked with St. Louis address on left, patent numbers on right, along with “MADE IN BELGIUM”. Coin finished OU action has non-plated single selective trigger, and is engraved with 80% coverage medium scroll within heart borders surrounding game scenes signed by Felix Funken; pair of black game cocks spar on left side, as trio of females look on. Right side depicts nye of pheasant with many members sitting on ground, one flying. A spaniel retrieving a duck is on bottom of action. Relatively plain European walnut long tang round knob buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over black Decelerator pad. Field type forend matches well. Bore diameter: top -.730, bottom – .730. Bore restrictions: top – .006 (skeet), bottom – .007 (skeet). Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-11/16″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. Twin ivory bead sights. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain approx 90% what appears to be orig blue, thinning a bit overall, with some light marks and a few small rust spots. Coin finish of action remains bright, with evidence of some cleaning. Stocks retain most of their orig finish which is lightly crazed, and has had a bit of oil rubbed in as maintenance. Pad is new. Bores are excellent. Mechanics good. 50610-7 MGM311 (3,250-4,250) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3573

3574
$9,200.00

*RARE AND HIGH QUALITY FRANK NOVOTNY OF ST. PAUL MINNESOTA, 1904 PATENT BOXLOCK EJECTOR SINGLE TRIGGER TRAP OR PIGEON GUN.

SN 25. Cal. 12 ga. 2-1/2″ Chambers. This high quality gun appears to have been completely hand made by this obviously knowledgeable and gifted, but unsung, gunsmith of St. Paul, Minnesota. In 1904 he patented a boxlock gun action claiming higher efficiency by relocating hammer pivot pins, etc. It appears that this gun was made to his patent specifications with the addition of his also patented, single selective trigger. (No patent information found) It has 30″ nicely struck dovetailed bbls engraved “FRANK NOVOTNY ST. PAUL MINN. (MAKER) WHITWORTH STEEL BARRELS” on matted concave game rib. There are 1-1/4″ triangles of well cut scroll engraving at breech ends. Bbl flats and bottoms of bbls are devoid of any marks except Whitworth sheaf-of-wheat trademarks. Extractor system is unique with cam in front lump. (Both lumps are configured differently from that of any other gun this cataloger has examined.) Case hardened boxlock action is built without a safety, and features a hidden crossbolt third fastener and single selective trigger, with selector button in place of left trigger, gold inlaid “R” and “L”. Bottom of action is engraved “FRANK NOVOTNYS PATENT SINGLE TRIGGER”. Pivot pins for hammers, sears, and cocking arm, are uniquely placed. Action is nicely filed with serpentine fences, and cleanly engraved with 80% coverage well cut scroll with rose bouquet highlights` within geometric borders. “FRANK NOVOTNY” is in scrolled riband on each side of action. A gold pigeon is inlaid on top lever. Scroll engraved trigger guard has SN on tang. Beautifully marbled and nicely figured European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over Silver type pad. Side panels with small drop points are checkered, and multi-point pattern checkering is at grip. A vacant gold oval is on toe line. Matching splinter forend with inlet steel tip has Deeley type release, and appears to be fitted with Southgate type ejectors. Bore diameter: left -.724, right – .726. Bore restrictions: left – .040 (full), right – .041 (full). Wall thickness: left – .042, right – .039. Drop at heel: 2-3/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 8 lbs. 1 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Ivory bead sight. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, as partially refinished. Bbls retain 90% of a high quality re-blue with some light subsequent flecking toward muzzles. Action retains a considerable amount, perhaps as much as 70%, orig case hardening color (percentage difficult to determine due to extensive engraving and the fact that it was not very strong when done). Trigger guard retains approx 10% of its orig blue. Stocks are very finely refinished with a high quality hand rubbed oil finish, checkering cleanly re-cut. Pad is new. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Bbls are on face. Ejectors are strong and in time. Trigger seems to work. A finely crafted rare American gun. 50594-5 MGM231 (4,500-7,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3574

3575
$33,925.00
Revised: 9/19/2016

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*EXCEPTIONALLY FINE A. GALAZAN OVER-UNDER, ROUND BODIED, PINLESS SIDELOCK EJECTOR, SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN.

SN G201. Cal. 16 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. This fine hand made gun incorporating Tony Galazan’s ingenious adaptation of the vaunted Boss OU, features 29-1/2″ demi-bloc bbls, with slightly raised, matted, solid rib marked “A. GALAZAN” on left side of top bbl, and “CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN MFG. CO.” and “N. B. CT U.S.A.” on right. Bbl flat is engraved with SN, gauge, chamber length, and “1”. Gun is one of a pair with the “1′ inlaid in gold at rear portion of rib, on top lever pivot, and on bottom exterior of forend iron. Round bodied, case hardened, low profile, OU action is fitted with pinless sidelocks with hidden access flaps for lock removal at tops of each lockplate. Automatic safety has “S” inlaid in gold. Gun is fitted with single non-selective trigger. Action and lockplates are hand engraved in classic English style rose and scroll, mimicking Boss’s style, with 12 rose bouquets. “GALAZAN” is on scrolled terminated riband on each lockplate. Single beaded, blued trigger guard has well done flush gold inlaid woodcock surrounded by scroll on bow. SN is on tang. Wonderfully marbled and nicely burl figured European walnut round knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over checkered wood butt with engraved steel heel and toe plates. Stock features classic drop points, borderless point pattern closely spaced checkering, and a vacant gold oval on knob of grip. Matching ejector forend has iron shaped to resemble Boss’s ejector housing, and Anson type release. Bore diameter: top -.661, bottom – .661. Bore restrictions: top – .019 (mod), bottom – .009 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 14 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain approx 95% orig blue, silvering at muzzles and along sides of rib, with a number of light marks. Action retains over 90% orig case hardening color, silvering on sharp edges and beads, thinning slightly on bottom from normal hand wear. Thumbpiece is slightly silvered, as are edges of trigger guard and left side of forend iron. There are a few minor marks in orig stock finish. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are strong and in time. Trigger works. A fine high quality American made gun designed to compete with the best shotguns made in the world today. 50741-1 MGM140 (30,000-50,000) – Lot 3575

3576
$17,825.00

*EXCEPTIONALLY FINE A. GALAZAN OVER-UNDER, PINLESS SIDELOCK EJECTOR, SINGLE TRIGGER GAME GUN.

SN G110. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. This fine hand made gun incorporating Tony Galazan’s ingenious adaptation of the vaunted Boss OU, features 30″ demi-bloc bbls, fitted with “Teague” (?) choke tubes. Bbls have slightly raised, matted, solid rib marked “A. GALAZAN” on left side of top bbl, and “CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN MFG. CO.” and “N. B. CT U.S.A.” on right. Bbl flat is engraved with SN, gauge, and chamber length. Case hardened, low profile, OU action is fitted with pinless sidelocks with hidden access flaps for lock removal at tops of each lockplate. Safety is purposely blocked out, and inoperable. Gun is fitted with single non-selective trigger. Action and lockplates are hand engraved in classic English style rose and scroll, mimicking Boss’s style, with 12 rose bouquets. “GALAZAN” is on scroll terminated riband on each lockplate. Single beaded, blued trigger guard has gold SN on tang. Spectacular, intricately marbled and nicely stump figured European walnut square knob pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over thin black Decelerator pad. Stock features classic drop points, and borderless point pattern closely spaced checkering. Matching ejector forend has iron shaped to resemble Boss’s ejector housing, and Anson type release. Bore diameter: top -.728, bottom – .729. Bore restrictions: Teague chokes. Drop at heel: 1-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/16″. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 8 lbs. 8 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain over 95% orig blue, silvering at muzzles and along sides of rib, with a few light marks. Action retains over 90% orig case hardening color, silvering on sharp edges and beads, thinning slightly on bottom from normal hand wear. Thumbpiece is slightly silvered. Trigger guard is slightly silvered at grip. There are a few minor marks and scratches, and one or two a bit deep and long, in orig stock finish, mostly on right side of butt. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Ejectors are strong and in time. Trigger works. A fine high quality American made gun designed to compete with the best shotguns made in the world today. 50845-1 MGM191 (25,000-35,000) – Lot 3576

3577
$12,075.00

*CONNECTICUT SHOTGUN MANUFACTURING COMPANY A10 AMERICAN PLATINUM GRADE OVER/UNDER SHOTGUN.

SN A10-000668. Cal. 20 ga. Among the finest of American shotguns. Hidden hand detachable sidelock action with exquisite Bulino style engraving featuring 4 pheasants on each lockplate with dog holding pheasant on floorplate. Balance of action is covered by mini English scroll. Gold plated single selective trigger. Auto ejectors. Vent rib 30″ bbls with interchangeable chokes. Forearm and pistol grip stock of outstanding exhibition grade California English walnut. Stock features hand checkering and gloss finish with steel grip cap having optional long tang trigger guard. LOP: 14-5/8″ over leather covered pad. Drop at comb: 1-1/2″; drop at heel: 2-3/8″. Stock is cast on. Weight: 6 lb, 2 oz. Housed in its maker’s aluminum case with black canvas cover including box for complete of set of 5 choke tubes and wrench. Case also contains keys as well as leather folder containing instruction manual and associated papers. CONDITION: Near excellent, retains virtually all wood and metal finish. Stock shows only a few very small marks. Very good bright bores. 50735-1 DS (12,500-18,500) – Lot 3577

3578
$0.00

*CSMC “INVERNESS DELUXE” OVER-UNDER GAME GUN.

SN I-00165. Cal. 20 ga. 3″ Chambers. 28″ Mono-bloc bbls having interchangeable choke tubes, are fitted with matted, ventilated rib and are marked with model and gauge on top left, and makers name and address on top right. Coin finished, low profile, rounded trigger plate action with single selective trigger, is laser engraved with large open scrolling acanthus and floral highlights. Beautifully figured and intricately marbled Turkish walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-3/8″ over black leather covered pad. Point pattern checkering is at grip. Matching one piece forend has Anson type release. This is one of the first 500 Inverness’s made. The replacement cost on this gun is $16,300 today. Drop at heel: 2-9/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-3/8″. CONDITION: Excellent, near to new, with only a few light handling marks in all wood and metal finishes, with little evidence of having been fired since proof. Mechanically crisp. 50741-2 MGM266 (7,000-12,000) – Lot 3578

3579
$0.00

*CULMINATION OF A DREAM. RARE .410 WINCHESTER MODEL 21 “GRAND AMERICAN” WITH EXTRA BARRELS AND SPECIAL ENGRAVING, AS THE FINAL GUN OF A SET CONCEIVED BY ED ULRICH MANY YEARS AGO.

SN W33101. Cal. 410. 3″ Chambers. Well known Model 21 specialist and author, Ed Ulrich, conceived the idea of putting together a special set of “Grand American’s”. (I should probably continue in Ed’s own words as written in his article “The Winchester Model 21 Grand American” as appeared in the Double Gun Journal Autumn 1999) “This set is featured in Ned Schwing’s book WINCHESTER’S FINEST, THE MODEL 21, I decided back in the mid seventies to order a “Grand American”. A lot of thought went into this project as I wanted something very special and outstanding compared to anything that had been done previously by Winchester.” He goes on to list Winchester employees, including Nick Kusmit, that had an influence on his final decision. “With the input I received from these men I decided to build a three gauge set of “Grand Americans” in twelve gauge, sixteen gauge, and twenty gauge, with consecutive serial numbers. This would be the first such set ever built. I also planned to add a .410 gauge and a 28 gauge “Grand American” at a later date which would make it a five gauge set.” He goes on to describe making engraving changes from the usual, and selecting wood, etc. He further states that Nick Kusmit did the engraving, and John Dirkin did the “B” carving. He also states “When I took delivery I was told that it was the highest priced gun ever sold in the history of Winchester.” With regard to this particular gun, in a letter dated May 8, 2008, Ed says “In regard to Winchester Model 21’s, specifically SNs W33100 and W33101, which were built in the 1980’s, both Model 21’s were originally conceived to be part of a Model 21 – 5 gauge set, consisting of 12, 16, 20, 28, and .410 gauges. However, at the time that I had the 12, 16, and 20 gauges made, Winchester could not build the 28 – 410 gauge for me. The reason being, that I had insisted on consecutive serial numbers to follow the 12, 16, and 20 numbers. Consequently the project was put on hold. … A couple of years later, Winchester was able to provide me with consecutive serial numbers 33100 and 33101, but not in sequence with the 3 – gauge set. So, I continued the project with help from both Winchester and Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing Company. I was also fortunate enough to have Nick Kusmit, Winchester master engraver, retired, do the same pattern, as was on the original M21 – 3 gauge set. The woodwork was done by John Dirkin, Winchester master wood carver, retired.” This gun, typical of all “Grand Americans” has two sets of bbls. 26″ Bbls are marked “Skeet” and “IC” and 27″ bbls marked “Mod” and “full”, each with raised, ventilated ribs marked “CUSTOM BUILT BY WINCHESTER”. There are 3″ triangles of scroll at breech ends. Engine turned bbl flats are stamped with Winchester proofs, and are marked with SNs, gauge, and chambers in milled out lightening cuts. Bottoms of bbls are stamped “WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL” along with choke markings, as well as, “CT. SHOTGUN MFG.” “NEW BRITAIN, CT. USA”. Each bbl set has its own beavertail ejector forend with either “1” or “2” stamped on front interior of irons and on loops. Blued flat side Model 21 action has water table stamped with Winchester proof and considerable milling for lightening. Action features usual automatic safety and single selective gold-plated trigger. Action is engraved in Model 21 “Grand American” style with near full coverage varying sized scroll with fences carved in acorns and oak leaves. Specially selected gold inlays picture a setter looking back over its shoulder as it crosses a fence line on left side of action, and a pointing pointer on right. Trigger plate has unusual, and unique to this set, scene of bald eagle with captured salmon in its talons rising from a lake with mountains in background. Trigger guard bow has gold inlaid portrait of a spaniel. Superb feather/ flame crotch figured American walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over checkered wood butt, and is carved in 21-B style with many fleur-di-lis and ribbons through pattern. Matching braced beavertail forends with inset ebony tips and engine turned internals, are gold inlaid on bottoms of irons “CUSTOM MADE” “FOR” “E. E. ULRICH”. 26″ BBL set “1”: Bore diameter at muzzles: left -.404, right – .425. Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 15 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. 27″ BBL set “2”: Weight: 7 lbs. 0 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Brown leather case with leather corners is lined in burgundy felt, and has paper Winchester 21 label in lid. Case contains a pair of snap caps. PROVENANCE: DGJ with article, letter from Ed Ulrich, various other paperwork including some concerning Model 21’s and/or Ed Ulrich. Copy of Final inspection report for this SN. CONDITION: Excellent, close to new, appears unfired, with only a few handling and assembly marks in all fine factory finishes, most notably some marks on buttstock which have been toned down. Mechanically crisp. Case leather has a considerable number of minor marks and a rather large scuff on top. Straps and handle are good. Interior is very fine, lightly soiled and rubbed. Some blocks are loose. Label has a rub-through. 51033-5 MGM318 (40,000-80,000) – Lot 3579

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3580
$0.00

*WINCHESTER GRAND AMERICAN WITH EXTRA BBLS. CULMINATION OF A DREAM. RARE 28 GAUGE WINCHESTER 21 “GRAND AMERICAN” WITH EXTRA BARRELS AND SPECIAL ENGRAVING, AS THE PENULTIMATE GUN OF A SET CONCEIVED BY ED ULRICH MANY YEARS AGO.

SN W33100. Cal. 28 ga. 2-2/3″ Chambers. Well known Model 21 specialist and author, Ed Ulrich, conceived the idea of putting together a special set of “Grand Americans” details of which he personally specified. (I should probably continue in Ed’s own words as written in his article “The Winchester Model 21 Grand American” as appeared in the Double Gun Journal Autumn 1999). “This set is featured in Ned Schwing’s book WINCHESTER’S FINEST, THE MODEL 21, I decided back in the mid seventies to order a “Grand American”. A lot of thought went into this project as I wanted something very special and outstanding compared to anything that had been done previously by Winchester.” He goes on to list Winchester employees, including Nick Kusmit, that had an influence on his final decision. “With the input I received from these men I decided to build a three gauge set of “Grand Americans” in twelve gauge, sixteen gauge, and twenty gauge, with consecutive serial numbers. This would be the first such set ever built. I also planned to add a .410 gauge and a 28 gauge “Grand American” at a later date which would make it a five gauge set.” He goes on to describe making engraving changes from the usual, and selecting wood, etc. Further he states that Nick Kusmit did the engraving, and John Dirkin did the “B” carving. He continues “When I took delivery I was told that it was the highest priced gun ever sold in the history of Winchester.” With regard to this particular gun, in a letter dated May 8, 2008, Ed says “In regard to Winchester Model 21’s, specifically SNs W33100 and W33101, which were built in the 1980’s, both Model 21’s were originally conceived to be part of a Model 21 – 5 gauge set, consisting of 12, 16, 20, 28, and .410 gauges. However, at the time that I had the 12, 16, and 20 gauges made, Winchester could not build the 28 – 410 gauge for me. The reason being, that I had insisted on consecutive serial numbers to follow the 12, 16, and 20 numbers. Consequently the project was put on hold. … A couple of years later, Winchester was able to provide me with consecutive serial numbers 33100 and 33101, but not in sequence with the 3 – gauge set. So, I continued the project with help from both Winchester and Connecticut Shotgun Manufacturing Company. I was also fortunate enough to have Nick Kusmit, Winchester master engraver, retired, do the same pattern, as was on the original M21 – 3 gauge set. The woodwork was done by John Dirkin, Winchester master wood carver, retired.” This gun, typical of all “Grand Americans” has two sets of bbls. Both sets are 26″ and marked “IC” and “mod” and each have raised, ventilated ribs marked “CUSTOM BUILT BY WINCHESTER”. There are 3″ triangles of scroll at breech ends, and 2″ triangles at muzzles. Engine turned bbl flats are stamped with Winchester proofs, and are marked with SN’s, gauge, and chambers. Bottoms of bbls are stamped “WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL” along with choke markings, as well as, “CT. SHOTGUN MFG.” “NEW BRITAIN, CT. USA”. Each bbl set has its own beavertail ejector forend with either “1” or “2” stamped on front interior of irons and on loops. Blued flat side Model 21 action has water table stamped with Winchester proof and considerable milling for lightening. Action features usual automatic safety and single selective gold-plated trigger. Action is engraved in Model 21 “Grand American” style with near full coverage varying sized scroll with fences carved in acorns and oak leaves. Specially selected gold inlays picture a setter looking back over its shoulder as it crosses a fence line on left side of action, and a pointing pointer on right. Trigger plate has unusual, and unique to this set, scene of bald eagle with captured salmon in its talons rising from a lake with mountains in background. Trigger guard bow has gold inlaid portrait of a spaniel. Superb feather crotch figured American walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over checkered wood butt, and is carved in 21-B style with many fleur-di-lis and ribbons through pattern. Matching braced beavertail forends with inset ebony tips and engine turned internals, are gold inlaid on bottoms of irons “CUSTOM MADE” “FOR” “E. E. ULRICH”. BBL set “1”: Bore diameter: left -.548, right – .548. Bore restrictions: left – .020 (full), right – .010 (lt mod). Drop at heel: 2-11/16″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 6 lbs.13 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. BBL set “2”: Bore diameter: left -.550, right – .549. Bore restrictions: left – .015 (mod), right – .007 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-11/16″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 6 lbs. 13 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Brown leather case with leather corners is lined in burgundy felt, has paper Winchester 21 label in lid, and contains a pair of snap caps. PROVENANCE: Pictured in DGJ with article, copy of letter from Ed Ulrich, various other paperwork including some concerning Model 21’s and/or Ed Ulrich. Copy of Final inspection report for this SN. It is interesting to note that Ned Schwing in WINCHESTER’S FINEST, THE MODEL 21 on p. 265, pictures a gun with this SN. CONDITION: Excellent, close to new, appears unfired, with only a few handling and assembly marks in all fine factory finishes. Mechanically crisp. Case leather has a considerable number of minor marks. Straps and handle are good. Interior is very fine, lightly soiled and rubbed. Some blocks are loose. Label has a rub-through. 51033-6 MGM319 (40,000-80,000) – Lot 3580

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3581
$0.00

*NUMBER “FIVE OF EIGHT” WINCHESTER MODEL 21 “GRAND AMERICAN SUPER” SMALL GAUGE THREE BARREL SET WITH CASE.

SN W32272. Cal. 20 ga. and 28 ga have 2-3/4″ Chambers, and .410 ga has 3″ chambers. All bbl sets are 26″ and fitted with raised, matted, ventilated ribs marked “CUSTOM BUILT BY WINCHESTER”. All are marked for skeet and skeet. There are 4″ triangles of varying sized scroll and gold bands at breech ends which are also gold inlaid “5 of 8”. Tops of bbls are also gold inlaid with model, Winchester trademark, gauge, and chamber length. Engine turned bbl flats are stamped with matching numbers and Winchester proofs. Each set has its own forend, and bbls are stamped “1”, “2”, and “3” on loops and front portions of forend irons, and gold inlaid on bottoms of forend irons. .410 Bbls have milled out lightening cuts on flats. Blued flat side action with lightened water table features automatic safety and gold-plated sgl selective trigger. Action, most likely by Nick Kusmit, is engraved in special “21-6” style with seven extra gold inlays and borders. Fences are carved with oak leaves and acorns. Remainder of action has 80% coverage of scroll within geometric borders, in usual “Grand American” style, gold inlays include a setter on left side rear, with grouse toward front, and a pointing pointer on right with another grouse flushing toward front. Bottom of action depicts classic Winchester rider in circular central vignette and flushing woodcock toward front. Trigger guard bow has a gold portrait of a dog. All within gold wire inlaid borders. Exceptional exhibition feather crotch figured American walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-5/8″ over checkered wood butt. Steel grip cap with gold line border is also inlaid “1 of 8”. Stock and all matching beavertail forends are carved in “21-B” style. BBL set “1” 20 ga.: Bore diameter: left -.618, right -.617. Bore restrictions: left -.007 (skeet), right -.004 (skeet). Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Weight: 7 lbs 3 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. BBL set “2” 28 ga.: Bore diameter: left -.549, right -.550. Bore restrictions: left -.006 (skeet), right -.006 (skeet). Drop at heel: 2-1/16″, drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Weight: 7 lbs 2 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. BBL set “3” .410 ga.: Bore diameter at muzzles: left -.402, right -.420. Bore restrictions: left – (skeet), right – (skeet). Drop at heel: 2-1/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/4″. Weight: 7 lbs 9 oz. LOP: 14-5/8″. Oak and leather case by Huey (no. 336) with stitched leather corners has green canvas outer cover with leather trim, and is lined in purple suede, with gold embossed black leather WRA Model 21 label in lid. Bottom section has wood topped dividers for action and all three sets of bbls, and contains gold-plated Winchester marked snap caps for each gauge, gold plated oil bottle, and 2-pc rosewood and brass cleaning rod. PROVENANCE: Factory specification sheet listing options and all extras included with these special sets. Appraisal. CONDITION: Excellent, essentially as new, appears unfired. with only a few of the faintest of handling and assembly marks in all fine factory finishes, most notably some case rubs on buttstock. Mechanically crisp. Case is excellent. 51033-7 MGM320 (60,000-100,000) – Lot 3581

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3582
$0.00

*FANTASTIC 32 AND 28 GAUGE CSM MODEL 21 “DELUXE GRAND AMERICAN” TWO BBL SET WITH FINE GOLD AND ENGRAVING BY GIOVANELLI, AND CASE.

SN W38430. Cal. 28 & 32 ga. 28″ Bbls, 28 ga marked for full and full, and 32 ga marked for mod and IC, with raised, ventilated ribs are marked “MODEL 21 – CSM -” over “TRADEMARK”, and with gauge on tops of left bbls. Engine turned bbl flats are stamped with CSM proofs, SN, gauge, and chamber. Blued, flat side action with automatic safety and gold plated single selective trigger is engraved in 21-6 style with full coverage scroll engraving within scrolled gold wire borders, surrounding dog and bird scenes in flush inlaid gold; a setter points a rising duck on left, with a pointer pointing and flushing a grouse on right. Trigger plate depicts a ruffed grouse flying in front of birch trees. This fine engraving is by Giovanelli, whose signature appears on trigger plate. Nicely flame figured American walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/2″ over checkered wood butt, and is carved in 21-B style. Matching beavertail forend with inset contrasting wood tip serves both sets of bbls. 28 GA BBLS: Bore diameter: left -.549, right – .549. Bore restrictions: left – .024 (full), right – .024 (full). Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 3 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. 32 GA. BBLS: Bore diameter at muzzles: left -.490, right – .486. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 7 oz. LOP: 14-1/2″. High quality oak and leather case with brass corners, is lined in burgundy cloth, and has black leather CSM label in lid. Dividers have oak tops, and case contains square oil bottle, 28 ga. snap caps, cleaning equipment, and exterior straps. CONDITION: Excellent, very near to new, with a few minor handling and assembly marks, appears unfired since proof. Case is excellent. 50819-15 (20,000-30,000) – Lot 3582

3583
$14,375.00

*FINE HIGH QUALITY CUSTOM WINCHESTER MODEL 21 WITH EXCELLENT ENGRAVING AND GOLD INLAY BY ARNOLD GRIEBEL (?) WITH EXTRA BARRELS AND CASE.

SN 27801. Cal. 12 ga. 28″ Marked “Skeet 1” and “Skeet 2″, and 30” bbls marked “mod” and “full”. Bbls are fitted with raised, ventilated ribs marked “CUSTOM BUILT BY WINCHESTER” in milled out portions. There are 2-3/4″ triangles of large scrolling open acanthus and two gold bands at breech ends. Engine turned bbl flats are stamped with SNs, proofs, gauge, and chamber information. Flat side blued action features non-automatic safety and gold-plated selective single trigger. Action is engraved with near full coverage large open scrolling acanthus matching that on bbls, surrounding well done relief gold inlaid game scenes; setter and pointer pointing a trio of pheasant on left, and a fox approaching a trio of quacking mallards flushing from marsh, on right. Bottom of action has oval vignette of California condor flying past cliffs. A ruffed grouse flies across trigger guard bow. Fences are nicely carved in foliate motif. (Consignor states engraving is by Arnold Griebel, however no signature is found. This is not unusual, as Mr. Griebel did not sign much of his work, but the quality of the work on this fine gun could certainly have been by him.) Nicely crotch figured American walnut steel capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14″ over checkered wood butt, and is carved in 21-B style. Each bbl set is accompanied by its own dedicated braced beavertail ejector forend, marked “1” or “2”. BBL set “1” 28″: Bore diameter: left -.728, right – .728. Bore restrictions: left – .012 (mod), right – .009 (IC). Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14″. BBL SET “2” 30″: Bore diameter: left -.729, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .034 (full), right – .014 (mod). Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-9/16″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 15 oz. LOP: 14″. Leather case by Abercrombie & Fitch with stitched leather corners has tan canvas outer cover with leather trim. Interior is lined in burgundy cloth. PROVENANCE: Cody Firearms Records Office information confirming both sets of bbls and pistol grip stock with pad, and 21-B carving, with inspection finished August 14, 1953. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining nearly all of its custom finishes on wood and metal, with a number of light crazes and scratches on stocks. Checkering is lightly worn. Mechanically excellent. Case is excellent, as protected by its outer cover which is good. Interior is fine. 51058-4 MGM264 (12,500-17,500) C&R – Lot 3583

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3584
$0.00

*FINE WINCHESTER CUSTOM MODEL 21 FOUR BARREL SET BY PAUL JAEGER WITH EXTRA STOCKS AND CASE.

SN 4210. Cal. 12 ga. This interesting, high quality, custom set, features four pairs of 26″ bbls choked skeet and skeet, IC and mod, mod and mod, and full and full. Each bbl set has narrow, matted ribs and 2-3/4″ areas of exceptionally well cut open shaded scrolling acanthus at breech ends. Each bbl set is stamped with SN on flats and is marked with chokes and “WINCHESTER PROOF STEEL”. Each bbl has ivory bead sights. Blued action with standard frame has patent and makers marks on water table. Action features non-automatic safety and blued, non-selective single trigger and is engraved with 100% coverage scrolling acanthus matching that on bbls, which surrounds exceptionally well rendered relief gold inlaid game scenes in nicely detailed backgrounds. A trio of mallards are in marsh on left side of action, and a pointer points a pair of rising pheasant on right. Trigger guard has more acanthus scroll. Nicely fiddle figured and smoky marbled European walnut horn capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14-1/4″ over open sided Pachmayr white line pad. Checkering is of 21-B style with fleur-di-lis and ribbons through pattern. Bbls are fitted with two different forends, one beavertail with brace, and another splinter type. Bbls appear to be choked as marked. Drop at heel: 2″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Weight with beavertail forend: 7 lbs. 2 oz. LOP: 14-1/4″. Old leather case with stitched leather corners is lined in purple cloth and has Winchester black leather label in lid. There is space for action and all four sets of bbls. Case contains A & F marked oil bottle and snap caps, as well as cleaning equipment. Also included is a straight grip buttstock with solid Winchester pad with trigger guard engraved en suite with remainder of gun, along with a large beavertail forend and another splinter forend, all with factory type standard checkering. PROVENANCE: Cody Firearms Records Office information confirming 26″ IC and Mod as well as full and full bbls (1945), straight grip stock, and beavertail forend with final inspection date of Dec 20 1934, with other dates listed, July 9, 1946 and Jan 10, 1950. And that it was made for Paul Young. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, as custom finished. Bbls retain nearly all of their re-blue with a few light marks. Action retains 85 – 90% of its blue, silvered from normal hand wear, on bottom and left side, with high edge wear elsewhere. Stocks retain nearly all of their finish with numerous scratches and marks. Checkering is lightly worn. Bores are excellent. Action is tight. Mechanically excellent. Case leather has considerably darkened and has many stains, marks and rubs. Interior cloth has compressions and rubs. Accessories are good. Spare stocks are excellent. A well done, useful set, with bbls, forends, and buttstocks for any application. 51058-5 MGM263 (12,500-17,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3584

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3585
$7,762.50

*WINCHESTER MODEL 21 CUSTOM SHOTGUN WITH EXCEPTIONAL GOLD INLAYS AND ENGRAVING BY OBILTSCHNIG WITH CASE.

SN 31976. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. 28″ Bbls with matted game rib, are marked with Winchester trademark, model, and gauge on side of left bbl. There are 1-1/2″ triangles of very well cut semi-relief shaded scroll on breech ends enhanced with gold wire inlay. There are two gold lines around muzzles. Coin finished, typical 21 action with automatic safety and blued single selective trigger, is wonderfully embellished with full coverage of very well cut Germanic style, open, shaded scrolling acanthus with some geometric borders. This scroll is bordered with gold band and spiral inlay surrounding vignettes of game birds and dogs with major characters relief carved in gold; left side rear depicts a cock pheasant taking wing, with cock and hen running at front, and a drake mallard flushes from marsh at rear of right side, while another drake and hen fly over marsh at front. A pointer watches a pair of grouse flush in large vignette on trigger plate. Trigger guard has matching scroll with gold wire inlay, and tang is engraved “Engr. By Hans Obiltschnig Austria” on scrolled riband. Beautifully marbled and classically figured flesh-toned European walnut straight grip buttstock measures 14-1/8″ over checkered wood butt. Well cut point pattern checkering with line borders is at grip. Matching tapered beavertail forend has typical J-spring and knurled button release, and has reinforcing brace. Bore diameter: left -.729, right – .727. Bore restrictions: left – .024 (mod), right – .010 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .038, right – .040. Drop at heel: 2-1/4″, drop at comb: 1-7/16. Cast: Neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 3 oz. LOP: 14-1/8″. High quality dark brown leather case with stitched and shaped leather corners, is lined in green cloth, and has Winchester label in lid. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent, as custom finished, with only a few minor marks on metal. Buttstock has a few fairly deep scratches along right side of toe line. Action is a bit loose, otherwise mechanically good. Case is excellent, with some rubs. 50594-72 MGM84 (8,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 3585

3586
$12,075.00
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Please Note: Factory letter information indicates this was restocked and refinished in 1967.

*SCARCE WINCHESTER MODEL 21 CUSTOM GRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 27912. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ chambers with 26″ steel bbls with full length matted top rib and steel center bead and red front bead marked “Custom Built by Winchester”. Jeweled water table with standard Model 21 markings as are jeweled bbl flats and chokes marked “WS1-WS2”. Gold plated SST, automatic ejectors, non-automatic safety. Straight grip buttstock of flame grained American walnut with vacant gold oval at toe is checkered in 3-pt pattern and finished with checkered butt. Flat side receiver is nicely, lightly scroll engraved in standard “Custom Grade” engraving pattern. A near identical example of which can be seen on page 284 of the book “Winchesters Finest the Model 21 by Ned Schwing“. Bottom of receiver, trigger plate and trigger guard are also lightly scroll engraved. Beaver tail forearm checkered in 5-pt pattern with light scroll engraving near roll type release and black triangular ebony insert at tip. Weight: 6 lbs. 9 oz. Drop at comb: 1-7/16″, drop at heel: 2-1/4″. LOP: 14”. CONDITION: Extraordinarily fine, near new, likely test fired only. Retains nearly all of its bright orig finish to both wood and metal. Only visible wear noted is trigger shows minute flaking in plating and beginning toning at trigger guard tang. Mechanics are excellent as one would expect in a near mint gun. 50819-16 JSL (12,000-18,000) C&R – Lot 3586

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3587
$7,762.50

*OUTSTANDING WINCHESTER MODEL 21 20 GAUGE TRAP.

SN 9274. Cal. 20 ga. 2-3/4″ chambers. Chokes marked “Imp cyl” and “Mod”. Full length matted top rib with steel mid bead and red front bead. Water table and bbl flats with standard Model 21 markings. Single selective trigger, automatic ejectors, automatic safety. Full pistol grip buttstock with checkered side panels and checkered in 3-pt pattern at grip is of beautiful flame grained American Walnut over “Old English” red pad. Beaver-tail forearm checkered in standard trap pattern with roll type release and SN noted on inside metal and wood. Unengraved receiver marked “Trap” on bottom of trigger plate and SN noted at top tang. Bore diameter: left – .617, right – .613. Bore restrictions: left – .012 (lt mod), right – .003 (imp/cyl). Minimum wall thickness: left – .022, right – .029 . Weight: 6 lbs. 12 oz. Drop at comb: 1-1/2″, drop at heel: 2-3/16″. LOP: 14-5/16″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms CONDITION: Outstanding as spiffed up. Bbls retain 95-98% of an expertly restored likely factory refinish. Buttstock and forearm are exceptional as restored and retain virtually all of their hand-rubbed oil finish which is slightly more dull than is typically observed on Model 21s. Checkering is very crisp. Receiver retains 95% plus restored blued finish with minor toning at high points and back of top tang. Trigger guard is excellent as restored. There is a coat of varnish at the back of the trigger guard tang. Brilliant shiny bores. Trigger functions flawlessly, ejectors are in time. The gun is tight on the face. A scarce small bore Model 21. 50594-22 JSL (7,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 3587

3588
$9,200.00

*IN STORAGE OVER 40 YEARS, TRULY EXCEPTIONAL NEAR MINT WINCHESTER MODEL 21 20 GAUGE SKEET SHOTGUN.

SN 13567. Cal. 20 ga. 26″ bbls marked for 2-3/4″ chambers with full length matted rib and red plastic front bead with steel mid bead. Chokes marked WS-1 and WS-2. Water table with standard Model 21 markings and bbl flats with SN. SST, automatic ejectors, non-automatic safety. Full pistol grip buttstock checkered in 2-pt pattern is of flame grained American walnut with checkered butt. Beaver tail forearm checkered in skeet pattern with roll type release and SN stamped on forearm iron and wood. Unengraved receiver stamped at bottom of trigger plate “Skeet”. Mfg in 1942. Accompanying this gun is a Bauer Brothers tooled leather leg-o-mutton case and its orig hang-tag. Also accompanying this gun is a June 2016 Winchester Repeating Arms Co. factory letter confirming gun in its current configuration. Bore diameter: left – .614, right – .614. Bore restrictions: left – .007 (skeet), right – .000 (skeet). Weight: 6 lbs. 11 oz. Drop at comb: 1-5/8″, drop at heel: 2-1/2″. LOP: 14″. CONDITION: Exceptional and near mint. Bbls retain nearly all of their orig blued finish as does receiver and trigger guard. Front of receiver with minute scratching at forearm, but overall retains all of its dark blue orig finish. Stampings are crisp. Buttstock and forearm are near mint with only minor handling marks. Checkering is crisp. Action is tight. Mechanics are excellent. Breech face shows only minor ejector scrapes indicating this as a near mint gun. Case is very good with scuffs and rub marks. Shoulder strap has ripped as has end cap. Hang tag is good with minor creases, stains and taped tear. 51104-1 JSL (5,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 3588

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3589
$6,325.00

*SCARCE WINCHESTER MODEL 21 16 GAUGE SKEET.

SN 18355. 16 ga. 2-3/4″ chambers with 28″ bbls. Full length matted rib with steel mid bead and red front bead. Water table and bbl flats with typical Model 21 markings and chokes marked “WS1-WS2”. SST, automatic ejectors, non-automatic safety. Full pistol grip buttstock checkered in 2-pt pattern of flame grained American walnut with checkered butt. Beaver tail forearm checkered in standard skeet pattern with roll type release. Bottom of frame marked “Skeet”. Bore diameter: left – .663, right – .663. Bore restrictions: left – .007 (skeet), right – .000 (skeet). Weight: 7 lbs. 2 oz. Drop at comb: 1-9/16″, drop at heel: 2-5/16″. LOP: 13-15/16″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Excellent as restored. Bbls retain approximately 95% restored blued finish, likely by Winchester. Buttstock & forearm are excellent and retain most of their professionally restored finish with scattered minor handling marks and a couple of light scratches. Receiver is excellent and retains 95% restored blued finish starting to tone on floorplate and at high points, likely reblued at the factory. Mechanics are excellent. Bores are excellent, near mirror. Gun is on-face. A scarce sub-gauge Model 21. 50594-28 JSL (6,500-10,000) C&R – Lot 3589

3590
$4,542.50

*FINE WINCHESTER MODEL 21 STANDARD GRADE TRAP.

SN 30307. Cal. 12 ga. 32″ bbls with 2-3/4″ chambers. Full length matted ventilated rib with steel front and mid beads. Water table and bbl flats marked with standard Model 21 markings and chokes marked “mod/full”. SST, automatic safety, automatic ejectors. Full pistol grip buttstock checkered in standard grade 2-pt pattern with solid red Winchester pad. Beaver tail forearm checkered in standard grade pattern with triangles on side and diamond pattern in center with roll type release. Unengraved frame with SN on top tang. Bore diameter: left – .729, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .031 (full), right – .012 (lt mod). Minimum wall thickness: left – .033, right – .030 . Weight: 8 lbs. Drop at comb: 1-9/16″, drop at heel: 3″. LOP: 13-7/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms CONDITION: Excellent. Bbls retain 95% orig blued finish. Buttstock & forearm are excellent with minor handling marks and retain nearly all of their expertly restored finish. Receiver is excellent and retains 85-90% bright orig blue starting to tone on bottom of frame at carry point and high points. Trigger guard is excellent and retains about 85% orig lightly toned blued finish. Bores are excellent. Mechanics are crisp. Bbls are on-face. 50594-17 JSL (4,500-6,500) C&R – Lot 3590

3591
$9,200.00

*SCARCE WINCHESTER MODEL 42 DIAMOND DELUXE SHOTGUN.

SN 143769. Cal. 410. 3″ chambers with 28″ bbl. Choke marked “full”. This beautiful solid rib Model 42 Diamond Deluxe appears factory orig in all respects. Buttstock & forearm are flame grained American walnut. Checkered with diamonds at grip and at forearm with steel grip cap and superb “Winchester Repeating Arms Co.” checkered buttplate. Serial number noted in proper places as this gun appears excellent and orig. Weight: 6 lbs. 8oz. LOP: 13-5/8″. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine. Bbl and receiver retain nearly all of their bright orig blued finish. Beautiful polish marks can be seen on carrier and bolt. Slide retains approximately 90% orig blued finish with minor toning. Buttstock & forearm are excellent and appear orig with minor handling marks and some light added finish for preservation. This Deluxe Model 42 is just as “cute as a button”! 50594-29 JSL (5,500-9,000) C&R – Lot 3591

3592
$2,875.00

*FANCY WINCHESTER MODEL 42 CUSTOM ENGRAVED SHOTGUN.

SN 142068. Cal. 410 ga. 3″ chamber. 28″ bbl with full choke. Action has full coverage custom engraving featuring two doves on a branch on side plate with one flying and one standing quail on left side of receiver. Figures are surrounded by deep relief vine type foliate scroll engraving and punch dot background. Jeweled bolt and carrier. Aftermarket Simmons large oval post vent rib. Glowworm front sight with white mid bead. Beavertail forearm and straight grip stock of fancy glossed finish thin shell walnut having marble pattern and vivid dark streaking. Wrap around segmented borderless fancy hand checkering. LOP 14″ to checkered butt. CONDITION: Metal retains 99% reblued finish. Stocks have very good finish showing very few small marks. Very good bore. 51005-10 DS (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 3592

3593
$2,990.00

*EXCELLENT WINCHESTER MODEL 42 SHOTGUN WITH BOX.

SN 72861. Cal. 410 ga. 3″ chambers with 28″ bbl. Choke marked “Modified” with steel front bead. Standard grade Model 42 with appropriate early bbl markings noted. Serrated lined forearm with 14 notches on each side. Frame and bbls are blued. Replacement American walnut buttstock with Pre-war style pistol grip and checkered “Winchester Repeating Arms Co.” buttplate. Included with gun is a proper Winchester Model 42 picture cardboard box with appropriate end label identifying this gun by SN. Included in the box is a small wooden dowel and an instruction sheet for using the 3 shell magazine plug and the 10 Commandments of Safety, which is a small fold-out designed for the “Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers Institute”. Attached to the trigger guard of this gun is an old incomplete warranty tag from Winchester. Also included in box is old oil paper to protect gun. CONDITION: Exceptional, near new and doesn’t appear to have been used. Bbl & frame retain nearly all of their bright orig blue. Slide retains about 90-95% orig finish with minute scratches and some very minor wear, mostly from handling, not from use. Buttstock is an extremely well done replacement and retains virtually all of its custom finish. Forearm is orig and exceptional and retains most of its oil finish with only minute handling marks. Box is very good with minor scuffing. Labels are excellent with some chipping on sides. Box top with 2 broken corners. An exceptional Model 42. 51033-87 JSL (2,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 3593

3594
$0.00

*CUSTOM UPGRADED WINCHESTER MODEL 12 TRAP GRADE 2-BARREL SET PUMP SHOTGUN.

SN 410877. Cal. 12 ga. Eye popping full coverage engraving on action, magazine bands and breech section of bbls. Hunting scenes feature raised gold pheasants and setter on left side with 3 flying mallards on right side. Balance of action and breech section of bbls have beautifully detailed vine type foliate engraving with punch dot background. Top and sides of receiver are enhanced by gold wire borders having curled highlights. Bottom of receiver has gold inlaid SN and “TRAP” markings. Mag band on 30″ only has gold borders. Jeweled bolt and carrier. Bbl 1: Winchester proof steel 30″ with milled vent rib having 2-3/4″ chamber. Fixed FULL choke. White Bradley front target sight with white mid bead. Bbl 2: nickel steel 26″ with milled vent rib and after market Cutts Compensator having spreader tube. Chamber is lengthened to 2-3/4″. Fancy black walnut beavertail forearms and Monte Carlo trap stock with steel grip cap. Stock and forearms have style B segmented fluer de lis hand carving. LOP: 14-3/8″ over red ventilated White Line pad. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. CONDITION: Action and bbls retain over 90% custom blue finish. Receiver has small nicks at takedown point. 30″ bbl has scratches and spots of freckling. Both bbls have very good bores. Stock finish shows spots of wear with scattered handling marks. 50594-19 DS (5,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 3594

3595
$0.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 12 SUPER PIGEON WITH GOLD PUMP SHOTGUN.

SN Y2003324. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ chamber. 30″ bbl with new style factory vent rib and fixed full choke. Trap configuration shotgun with number 5 engraving having hunting scenes with gold plated figures. Scene on right side features four flying mallards. Left side features two pointing dogs with flushing grouse. Scenes are surrounded by scroll engraving with punch dot backgrounds. Trigger guard bow, receiver extension and breech section of bbls also have scroll engraving. Bottom of extension has engraved pigeon. Jeweled bolt and carrier. White Bradley sight with white mid bead. Beavertail forearm and trap dimension Monte Carlo stock of gloss finished fancy black walnut. Stocks feature style A carving with stamped metal grip cap and orig red ventilated Winchester pad. Red, white and blue box with white label having hand written Super Pigeon, model number and SN information. Box contains instructions, hunters pocket guide, warranty card, and warranty gunsmith info. CONDITION: Very good. Magazine tube and slide bar show blue wear from normal operation. Action, bbl and stocks have very good finish. Very good bore. 51033-88 DS (5,000-8,500) – Lot 3595

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3596
$0.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 12 PIGEON UPGRADE SHOTGUN.

SN 1654991. Cal 12 ga. 2-3/4″ chamber. 28″ bbl, WS-1 choke having donut based round post vent rib. Beautiful upgraded shotgun having pigeon engraved on receiver extension. Jeweled bolt and carrier. Beavertail forearm of fancy walnut with pigeon grade checkering, having uncheckered center diamond. Straight grip stock of fancy walnut with Winchester plastic buttplate. Winchester two piece box has yellow label with hand written SN, corrected hand written bbl length and stamped markings “PIGEON GRADE” and select wood. Box contains instruction manual and has modern wax paper wrapping. Hang tag on gun is stamped “SPECIAL”, “PIGEON” and “SELECT WOOD”. CONDITION: Metal retains 99% reblued finish. Custom made stocks have very good filled satin finish. Very good bore. 51033-86 (4,500-8,500) C&R – Lot 3596

3597
$3,967.50

*SPECTACULAR MARLIN C GRADE 1898 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN FACTORY ENGRAVED.

SN 69315. Cal. 12 ga. 30″ bbl choked full. Blue finish overall with deluxe extra finish 2-pc checkered walnut stocks and Marlin early hard rubber buttplate. Superbly game scene engraved with a vignette of four water fowl launching over a marsh with water and reeds in the background. Surrounded by a 2-line border with remaining area covered in a foliate arabesque engraving pattern with small scrolls surrounding with a dual rope patterned border fore and aft with a single rope patterned border top and bottom. The right side of the receiver is delicately engraved in a coverage of small scrolls with foliate arabesque patterns around the central screw and a 2-line rope border fore and aft with a single line border top and bottom. The bolt is delicately engraved with two pigeons in flight with slight scroll work fore and aft. Bottom of receiver has a small flower sunburst engraving pattern around the SN with slight matting in the background. Tang has a nice single line border with small scroll work to the rear hammer and forward of stock screw. Two piece deluxe checkered walnut stocks have traditional Marlin S pattern pistol grip and C Grade checkering pattern. A fine piano varnish finish and the early Marlin-inscribed hard rubber buttplate. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall, with most blue finish remaining with very slight traces of edge wear on high points of trigger guard, muzzle and extreme high points of the matted rib on receiver. The top tang has suffered some minor finish loss and has become somewhat of a plum coloring. Magazine tube and action bar both show slight finish loss from operation. Stocks are very fine overall with checkering being very sharp and showing no distress. Forearm still retains virtually retains most all of its high polish piano finish. Buttstock is exceptionally fine as well, but high polish piano finish has suffered slight crazing and has evidence of several very small scratches which in no way detract from the firearm. The hammer retains much of its orig vivid case colors with slight wear on right side from operation. Bore and mechanics are bright and crisp. An exceptionally fine condition Marlin shotgun. 50531-5 TDW (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 3597

3598
$31,625.00

EXCEPTIONALLY RARE AND FINE, AS FOUND, “EE” GRADE ANTIQUE REMINGTON MODEL 1894 SHOTGUN.

SN 103187. Cal. 12 ga. 2-3/4″ Chambers. This exceptionally rare gun with only 17 grade “E” Remington’s known to Charles Semmer, at the time of the writing of his book on Remington doubles, has 30″ steel bbls with flat, matted rib, engraved “Remington Arms Co.” and “Ilion, N.Y. U.S.A.” on tops. Bbl flats are stamped with SN and “50” and “45” are on bottom of lump. Grade is stamped on each bbl. Case hardened boxlock action with automatic safety (SAFE engraved) and typical top fastener is fitted with double triggers. Like all grade “E” Remington’s, engraving on this gun is one off, with full coverage very nicely cut shaded scroll within some geometric and scroll borders surrounding finely detailed vignettes of game birds and other interesting scenes; lLeft side depicts a pair of flushing snipe at center, with circular vignette of standing woodcock (or snipe?) at rear. Right side depicts a pair of geese, one standing, one swimming, at center, with a flying goose at rear. A fine portrait of a pointer is at front of trigger plate, with an unusual scene of running stag being chased by hound at rear. “Remington Arms Co” is engraved on each side of action. Blued top lever and trigger guard are also near fully engraved with scroll. SN is on trigger guard tang. Attractive, nicely marbled and well stump figured European (most likely Circassian) walnut fluted horn capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14″ over ribbed horn buttplate with short spur. Side panels with arrowhead drop points are checkered and surrounded by scroll terminated line borders. Point pattern grip checkering has more closely spaced fancy outline flourishes toward comb separated from main body of checkering by thin ribbon. Fluted comb is very thin. A gold oval on toe line is engraved “E. E. Darling Salt Lake City Utah”. Matching splinter ejector forend with Anson release has fancy pattern checkering with scroll ribbon separating front portion from more closely spaced rear portion. Bore diameter: left -.738, right – .738. Bore restrictions: left – .033 (full), right – .026 (Imod). Wall thickness: left – .029, right – .031. Drop at heel: 2-3/4″, drop at comb: 1-5/8″. Cast: neutral. Weight: 7 lbs. 12 oz. LOP: 14″. Elmer Elsworth Darling (1863-1937) was a wealthy Salt Lake City businessman with interests in real estate, insurance, and automotive interests. He developed the “Tire Alarm” for the purpose of warning of tire pressure loss in automobiles. Accompanied by a 3-ring binder of materials regarding Mr. Darling’s life, business interests and patents. PROVENANCE: Handed down directly through the Darling Family until 2013 purchase. CONDITION: Excellent, as found. Bbls retain 80 – 85% orig blue, considerably silvered on sides from normal hand wear, with a number of light marks overall. Action retains 55 – 65% orig case hardening color, vivid where protected, turning to bright silver at normal wear areas. There is no pitting or staining present. Top lever and trigger guard retain about half of their orig blue. Stocks retain 80 – 90% orig hand rubbed finish, with a number of marks, both light and heavy. Checkering is lightly worn. Horn of orig buttplate shows some chipping and rubs. There are some cracks in stock at rear of top tang and two incipient cracks either side of tang at safety area, which do not flex. Bores are excellent, lightly frosted. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. A truly wonderful high grade example featured on the 3rd quarter cover of the Remington Collector’s Journal. 50939-1 MGM205 (30,000-50,000) – Lot 3598

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3599
$13,225.00

*REMINGTON MODEL 31-F PREMIER GRADE WITH GOLD PUMP SHOTGUN.

SN 577230. Cal. 20 ga. Rare F grade gun with gold. Action and breech section have full coverage of vine type foliate engraving with punch dot background surrounding vignettes featuring raised gold figures. Left side features flying pheasant, 2 pointing dogs, and 2 quail. Right side features 2 raised gold pointing dogs between flying mallard and woodcock. Trigger guard bow has raised gold dog head. 28″ solid rib bbl with 2-3/4″ chamber. Fixed MOD choke. Bradley type ivory target front sight with mid bead. Forearm and pistol grip Monte Carlo stock of fancy American black walnut having segmented hand checkering. Contrasting wood grip cap has initials H.W.W. LOP: 14-1/8″ over checkered rosewood buttplate. Weight: 7 lb 6.4 oz. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Near excellent, retaining most of orig blue. Very good bright bore. Stock and forearm have orig finish showing scattered small finish chips and handling marks. 50594-32 DS (6,000-10,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 3599

4000
$4,600.00

VERY RARE SMITH JENNINGS BREECH LOADING RIFLE CONVERTED TO PERCUSSION, FRESH FROM ALABAMA.

SN 213. Cal. 54. Very rare rifle appearing in configuration of 2nd model with magazine tube beneath bbl, exposed ring trigger with no trigger guard, missing automatic priming device using pill lock, and converted to percussion and smooth bored to 58 Cal. These rifles were invented by Lewis Jennings of Windsor, Vermont and produced by Robbins & Lawrence in Windsor, Vermont in very limited quantities. They were originally produced as repeating rifles utilizing the Hunt “rocket ball” which was a hollow bullet with the powder inside covered with a pierced paper which allowed the powder to be ignited by the pill primer. They were grossly under-powered and unsuitable for either hunting or defense and therefore almost completely unsuccessful. When this became apparent Jennings stopped production of the repeater and either converted already produced repeaters into single shot breech loaders such as this one or manufactured them from existing parts. This conversion is not factory and was done by a local blacksmith or gunsmith for someone who wanted to continue use when rocket ball ammunition was no longer available. It is unknown how many were actually made but it can be surmised that it was only a very few, making this one of the most rare American production rifles ever made. Rifle has 25-5/8″ heavy rnd bbl with tiny brass front sight and dovetail mounted rear sight. It has flat sided receiver with no discernible markings, only SN “213” on lower tang. Mounted with straight grain, American walnut stock with 2-3/4″ oval German silver plaque and orig crescent buttplate. CONDITION: Fair to good. Metal is overall grey/brown, heavily cleaned and priming mechanism as noted, gun will still cock. Stock is sound and well fit with scattered small blemishes. Bore is clear and pitted. 50974-1 JS (6,000-8,000) – Lot 4000

4001
$0.00

EXTRAORDINARY CASED NEW HAVEN ARMS COMPANY VOLCANIC NO. 1 LEVER ACTION PISTOL WITH EXTREMELY RARE 6″ BARREL.

SN 1053. Cal. 31. 6″ bbl. Blue finish. Gun metal receiver. Case colored hammer. Blue lever. 2-pc varnished walnut grips. Bbl shows 1-line address that reads “New Haven Conn. Patent Feb. 14. 1854”. Assembly no. “151” is stamped on rnd portion of bbl, and on rear face of loading collar. SN is stamped on bottom left side of grip frame and on top inside of each grip. No other SN marks were observed. Case is mahogany with red felt lining and partitions. Case is very good. Top is slightly warped with an age crack. Felt lining is somewhat faded. Partitions are intact. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbl retains 95% of the nitre blue finish, with some flaking on left side, and bottom of collar. Right side of collar has a slight stain with a few scratch marks. Bbl address is sharp. Bore is bright and appears unfired. Receiver is a deep mottled mustard-brown patina with a few light scratches around lever screw. There are a few minuscule tap marks above the right sideplate. Rear sight retains nearly all the fire-blue Fire pin also retains most of the fire-blue finish. Bolt face shows no sign of being fired. Hammer shows nearly all of case color finish with some scratches on either side. Checkering is sharp. Receiver screws are not molested. Trigger is a silver-gray patina with traces of case color. Trigger spring retains nearly all the fire-blue finish. Elevator shows nearly all of fire-blue finish on either side of firing pin and on bottom surface. Lever shows generous traces of nitre blue in protected areas on inside of bow and at hinge. Grips retains most all of varnished finish with some light handling marks and high point wear, especially on right side. An opportunity for an advanced collector to purchase an extremely rare New Haven Arms Company No. 1 lever action pistol with a scarce 6″ bbl in a period case, one of only approx 225 made. 51096-2 (50,000-75,000) – Lot 4001

4002
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SUPERB UNTOUCHED VOLCANIC REPEATING ARMS COMPANY NAVY SIZE REVOLVER WITH 8″ BARREL NEAR NEW.

SN 324. Cal. 41. 8″ bbl. Blue finish with gun metal receiver. Case colored hammer. Blue lever. 2-pc varnished walnut grips. Bbl has 3-line address reading “The Volcanic Arms Co. Patent New Haven Conn. Feb. 14. 1854”. Rear face of loading collar shows assembly no. “95”. Assembly no. “95” is also stamped on front face of bbl under collar. “598” is stamped on front face of magazine follower. SN appears on left side of grip strap at bottom under grip, on right side of lever by hinge, inside of each sideplate, on side of each toggle, on left side of elevator, right side of firing pin, and at top of each grip on inside. CONDITION: A wonderfully preserved, unfired example of a Volcanic Arms Company Navy Revolver with an 8″ bbl, seldom if ever seen in this condition. Bbl has fabulous blue finish. Bbl address is sharp. Assembly nos. are sharp. Bore appears unfired. Magazine follower retains nearly all of blue finish. Gun metal receiver is a much desired deep rich mustard-brown patina. Rear-sight retains nearly all of the fire-blue finish. Rear of firing pin shows nearly all of fire-blue finish. Elevator shows nearly all of fire-blue finish, with some staining, on both sides of firing pin and at bottom of surface. Hammer shows nearly all of muted case coloring with a few slight scratches on left side. Trigger retains most all of its case color finish. Lever retains nearly all of its dark-blue finish with slight flaking. Hammer screw shows a considerable amount of blue on head. Lever screw is very slightly marred. Elevator and lever spring screws show traces of blue. Trigger spring shows all of its fire-blue. Grips retain nearly all of piano varnish finish with some light handling marks and slight high point wear at bottom of each grip. A Volcanic Arms Company Navy Pistol in a remarkable state of preservation with an estimated production of only 1,500 made. This gives the advanced collector a once in a life time opportunity to add possibly the best specimen extant to his collection. Almost impossible to improve upon. 51096-1 (50,000-75,000) – Lot 4002

4003
$0.00

SUPERB AND RARE VOLCANIC REPEATING ARMS COMPANY LEVER ACTION NAVY PISTOL WITH 6″ BARREL.

SN 662. Cal. 41. 6″ bbl. Blue finish with gun metal receiver, case color hammer, blue lever. Bbl shows 3-line address that reads “The Volcanic Repeating Arms Co. Patent New Haven Conn Feb. 14. 1854”. Rear face of loading collar shows assembly no. “47”. Front face of bbl also shows assembly no. “47”. SN is stamped on left inside of grip frame, on inside of sideplates, on side of each toggle, on left side of elevator, left side of firing pin, and at top inside of each grip. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbl shows almost all orig blue, very slight fading near address. Front face of collar near “T”-latch shows some light aging as does muzzle of bbl. Bore is slightly pitted toward muzzle with some evidence of being fired. Bbl shows some light high point wear with a sharp mark. Receiver is a deep rich mustard-brown patina and minuscule handling marks. Right sideplate is very slightly battered at top edge. Ejector port shows a few small dents. Hammer face is slightly battered. Rear-sight retains most all fire-blue. Elevator has traces of fire-blue around bolt. Bottom of elevator also shows generous traces of fire-blue finish. Hammer retains nearly all the case color on left side. Right side is somewhat dull and lightly scratched. Checkering is sharp. Hammer screw is slightly marred. Lever retains half of its bright blue finish with balance turning a smooth silver-gray patina. Trigger shows traces of case color. Trigger spring retains nearly all of fire-blue finish. Grips retain nearly all of piano varnish finish with only some slight scratch marks and a little high point wear on bottom of each grip. An opportunity for the advanced collector to obtain an outstanding example of an extremely rare Volcanic Repeating Arms Company Navy size lever action pistol in a condition that would be difficult to improve upon. 51096-4 (50,000-75,000) – Lot 4003

4004
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EXTRAORDINARY NEARLY NEW CASED NEW HAVEN ARMS COMPANY NUMBER 1 LEVER ACTION PISTOL.

SN 38. Cal. 31. 3-1/2″ bbl. Blue finish. Gun metal receiver. Case colored hammer. Blue lever. 2-pc varnished walnut grips. Bbl shows 2-line address that reads “New Haven Conn. over Patent Feb. 14. 1854”. Because of the pristine condition and tightness of front-sight, which holds the collar in place, the collar was not removed to check for an assembly no. but it is absolutely certain that both parts are totally matching. Flats line up perfectly. SN is stamped on lower left side of grip frame and on upper inside of each grip. No other nos. were observed. Case is mahogany with a purple felt lining and is made for this model of pistol. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbl retains nearly all of orig deep-blue finish, with only very slight high point wear and muzzle wear. There is a hair line scratch across right side of bbl. Bbl mark is sharp. Bore appears unfired. Face of firing pin shows no evidence of firing. Receiver has a deep rich mottled mustard-brown patina with only the slightest handling marks overall. Sideplates fit perfectly. Rear-sight retains nearly all of fire-blue finish. Rear of firing pin retains nearly all of fire-blue finish. Elevator retains nearly all of fire-blue finish on sides of firing pin. Bottom of elevator also retains considerable fire-blue that has flaked slightly with 1 tiny scratch. Hammer shows most of its vivid trace color on either side, with a few small scratches on right side. Rear of hammer also shows vivid case color, as does the front face of hammer. Hammer face shows some use. Trigger has generous traces of case color and toned. Trigger spring shows nearly all of fire-blue finish. Lever retains most of its bright blue finish. Grips are fine with only a couple of small scratches and very slight high point wear. Case is exceptional. A truly excellent near mint condition example of New Haven Arms No. 1 Volcanic Lever Action pistol, 1 of only approximately 850 made. This is an opportunity for an advanced collector to add a specimen to his collection, that would be almost impossible to improve upon. 51096-3 (50,000-75,000) – Lot 4004

4005
$0.00

ELABORATELY ENGRAVED VOLCANIC NEW HAVEN ARMS NO. 2 NAVY PISTOL.

SN 1317. Cal. 41. Usual configuration with 8″ oct bbl that has integral magazine with full ribs and German silver pin front sight. Fixed rear sight is in the dovetail on top flat of frame. Mounted with fine American eagle carved ivory 2-pc grips each numbered 1317 matching frame SN of this pistol. Top flat of bbl has the 3-line Volcanic Arms company name, New Haven address and “PATENT FEB. 14 1854”. The silver plated gun metal (bronze) frame and side plates are elaborately engraved with fine detailed floral scrolls much more elaborate than seen in standard Volcanic engraving. This engraving is closer to the style of the earliest factory engraved Henry rifles given to such dignitaries as Abraham Lincoln and Gideon Wells, Lincoln’s Secretary of the Navy. Engraving style truly appears to be in the style of L.D. Nimschke and is quite likely his product for a special presentation. Serial number is found on the right side of butt strap, under the grip, inside each grip and right side of lever (1217). No additional disassembly was effected to check for additional matching numbers. According to Flayderman’s Guide to Antique American Firearms, there were only about 1,500 of these pistols produced during the period 1855-1857. Although these pistols had a short production life their place in history is well documented as being one of the close predecessors of the venerable Henry Model 1860 lever action rifle which ultimately evolved into the Winchester dynasty. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall, all matching but lever as noted is numbered 1217 but apparently is a manufacturing number error as patina and wear match balance of gun. Bbl & magazine retain thin traces of orig finish with balance plum/gray with staining and pitting especially on front rotating section. Frame & side plates retain traces of orig silver plating turned black, with the exposed gun metal a dark mustard patina; frame & side plates show sharp edges with slight edge wear. “Certifiable antique elephant ivory” right grip has a small hairline at rear toe and around escutcheon, the carved “certifiable antique elephant ivory” left grip has identical craquelure on butt with light wear to high edges of the finely carved drooped wing eagle with head folded around a patriotic American shield, grips retain a light ivory patina. Mechanics are fine with a bright crisp bore. 50506-29 (25,000-40,000) IVORY – Lot 4005

4006
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ELABORATELY ENGRAVED EARLY VOLCANIC NEW HAVEN ARMS NO. 1 PISTOL.

SN 73. Cal. 31. Blue & silver finish with standard 3-1/2″ oct bbl that has integral magazine and pinched post front sight, with fixed rear sight in the top flat of the frame. Top flat of bbl has the New Haven address and Feb. 14, 1854 patent date. Frame is silver plated gun metal (bronze) with very rarely seen elaborate floral scroll engraving consisting of shaded foliate arabesque patterns which cover about 80% of the frame, around the hammer slot and down the back strap. Mounted with 2-pc smooth ivory grips. SN is on the left side of the butt strap, grips are not numbered. No additional disassembly was effected to check for other matching numbers. According to Flayderman’s Guide to Antique American Firearms there was approximately 1000 No. 1 pistols produced in all configurations. We have never encountered a more elaborate style of engraving on any other No. 1 Volcanic. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine overall. Bbl & magazine retain traces of orig blue in protected areas with balance gray, light staining and pitting. Receiver, sideplates, front & back straps retain about 10-20% orig silver with light edge wear; hammer and lever exhibit traces of case colors in protected areas with balance dark gray. “Certifiable antique elephant ivory” grips are well fit with light ivory patina and small hairline cracks at escutcheons on either side. Mechanically gun functions with exception of a breech block locking when cocked, bore has well defined rifling. 50506-28 (20,000-30,000) IVORY – Lot 4006

4007
$74,750.00

EXCEPTIONAL DELUXE HOGGSON FACTORY ENGRAVED HENRY RIFLE.

SN 6055. Cal. 44. This is a very fine example of a rarely encountered orig and deluxe Samuel Hoggson engraved gold plated Henry rifle made in 1864. Matching SNs are found on the top flat of bbl, left side of lower tang under the wood, top tang channel of buttstock and inside heel of buttplate. Upper tang is stamped with letter “G” and lower tang has “F” found after SN. “Engraved Henry rifles are among the most sought after antique firearms in the world. The quality of hand embellishment used during the mid-19th Century in America literally transformed an ordinary firearm into a work of art…special ordered pieces display expert craftsmanship…featured stocks of select grain woods… The soft metal receivers of brass frame Henry rifles easily lent themselves to engraving and inscriptions, both yesterday and today.” Les Quick’s The Henry Rifle, pgs 149-150. Factory engraved Henry’s are exceptionally rare and Mr. Quick showcases this gun in a double pg spread showing Samuel Hoggson’s engraving and Henry’s choice of select wood for such deluxe Henry arms. This gun has outstanding provenance and collection history being in several of the finest Winchester collections over the past 50 years. Usual configuration with 24-1/2″ oct bbl that has integral magazine with square back nickel silver front sight and 900 yd Henry ladder sight with stop screw. Mounted with very rare orig deluxe burled walnut buttstock with fiery grain. Left side of buttstock and left bbl are mounted with factory sling swivel and sling loop. This is among the finest Samuel Hoggson factory engraved Henry’s you will encounter with excellent provenance and collection history. PROVENANCE: Ex-Ivan Hart Collection; Ex-Elmer Taylor Collection; pictured pg 22 of The Book of Winchester Engraving, R. L. Wilson, 1975; Ex-Doug Beneck Collection; pictured on pgs 156-157 of The Henry Rifle, Les Quick, 2008. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Bbl retains about 30% thinning blue finish turning plum, especially bright in protected areas. Bbl markings and address all crisp. Overall patina to bbl and magazine tube are a pleasing blue/plum, worn to bright where handled forward of receiver. Engraved receiver and buttplate retain strong traces of gold plate in protected areas which enhance engraving details. Lever and hammer show traces of case color, but overall silver/grey with staining and light pitting on bottom of lever. Stock is fine with a polished oil surface with a few light dings and dents; one about a 1/2″ in center of left side. Mechanics are fine. Crisp bore with strong rifling. 50412-14 JS (75,000-125,000) – Lot 4007

4008
$47,000.00

OUTSTANDING OHIO SHARPSHOOTERS HENRY RIFLE INSCRIBED TO ROBERT STEWART DENNEE.

SN 467. Cal. 44RF. 24-1/2″ bbl with integral tubular magazine. Brass receiver with inscription on left plate. Straight grain American walnut stock. Barrel shows early small two line address with serial number 467 stamped at breech end. Barrel does not have rear sight mounted. Loading collar and forward top of barrel under collar show assembly number 68. Magazine follower is of early small type. Receiver has second sight dovetail into top. 467 is stamped on lower tang under buttstock. No other apparent markings except for inscription as previously noted. Receiver screws are numbered on collars. Stock shows SN stamped on inside of upper tang mortise. Stock is of early pattern with slight perch belly profile. No sling swivels on stock of barrel. Buttplate has serial number stamped on underside of upper tang. Butt screws are numbered on collars to rifle. This historically significant Henry rifle is accompanied by reams of research paperwork regarding Robert Stewart Dennee of Bath, Canada West (presently Ontario), who immigrated to the U.S. before the onset of the Civil War and enlisted on December 10, 1863 in the 7th Independent Ohio Sharpshooters as a private. On February 10, 1864 he accepted a commission as 2nd Lieutenant in the 10th Tennessee Mounted Union Cavalry under Captain J.R. Paxton. Dennee was dishonorably dismissed from service on August 24, 1864 for conduct prejudicial to good order and military discipline. After the war, Robert Dennee moved to New Orleans, Louisiana and became a lawyer. He died on February 3, 1905. Our consignor purchased this rifle directly from Tommy Rholes prior to his passing. CONDITION: Very fine overall with barrel finish having turned a pleasant uncleaned plum patina with only high point wear and a few small dents and scratches near the joint between the collar and barrel. Barrel markings are sharp and crisp, assembly numbers sharp and distinct. Early front sight is very fine. Bore is lightly frosted with strong rifling. Receiver is a wonderful uncleaned mustard brown patina, with only light scratched and handling marks overall. There are some small scratches around the lever screw. inscription is sharp and clear. There exists a small gap in front of left sideplate that possibly happened when it was removed for engraving. Serial number is sharp and clear. Hammer is a dark chocolate brown patina with sharp checkering. Lever is a matching patina with very slight traces of case color around hinge point. Stock is superb and retain most all varnish finish with some small dents and scratches overall. Buttplate is a mellow mustard-brown patina with no roughness and only a few scratches at heel and toe. All screws are excellent with sharp and clear markings. A rare opportunity to obtain probably the finest known Ohio Sharpshooters Henry rifle from the War Between the States. 50695-2 (45,000-75,000) – Lot 4008

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4009
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TRULY OUTSTANDING AND DESIRABLE NEW HAVEN ARMS COMPANY FIRST MODEL 1860 HENRY RIFLE WITH SLING.

SN 1297. Cal. 44RF. 24-1/2″ bbl. Blue finish with brass receiver. Straight grain American walnut stock with sling swivel attached. Original Henry style sling with hooks. Bbl shows early 2-line address with SN 1297 stamped at breech end. First Model rear sight graduated to 900 yards with slide with no stop. Loading collar has assembly no. “457” stamped on rear face and bbl assembly “457” stamped on top under collar. German silver forward angled front sight as used on all rifles after SN 1200. Bbl has sling swivel attached in left gullet. Brass receiver is dovetailed for rear sight with no sight present. Magazine has small follower with corresponding slot on forward part of frame. 1297 is stamped on lower left tang under the stock. Receiver is otherwise unmarked. Receiver screws are numbered on the collar to match the rifle. Stock has sling swivel mounted on left side and has distinct early perch belly stock profile. 1297 is tamped in upper tang mortise. Three of the four hickory cleaning rod sections are present in the compartment in rear of stock. Buttplate has SN stamped on inside of upper tang. Buttplate screws are numbered to rifle on collars. Hook pattern authentic Henry sling has a partially legible maker’s mark at one end near hook. When the consignor purchased this gun, he was told that originally it had been in the renowned collection of Eldon Owens of New Hampshire. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine with most all blue finish remaining and balance thinning to plum. A small amount of scratches exist on loading collar. All markings are sharp and distinct. Bore is slightly frosted with strong rifling. Receiver is superb and has a wonderful mustard-yellow patina overall. Hammer is superb as well with vivid case colors. Hammer and lever screws are excellent and retain much finish. Lever strong finish in protected areas with balance having turned mottled plum. Trigger spring shows most fire blue finish. Stock is in prime state of preservation and retains most all varnish with typical small period bruises and minor scratches. There is an extremely small sliver of stock material missing at confluence of wrist and receiver. Buttplate has a mottled mustard patina. Screws retain much blue finish and are very fine. Hook pattern Henry sling has a crazed finish with a minor amount of material loss at mid point. A truly superb Henry rifle and is certainly one of the top of all high condition Henry Rifles today. 50695-1 (70,000-110,000) – Lot 4009

4010
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FINE EARLY HENRY MODEL 1860 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 1603. Cal. 44 RF Henry. Usual configuration with 24-1/4″ oct bbl that has integral magazine, early style squareback nickel silver front sight, a rear seat at the receiver and a dovetail in top flat of receiver containing an orig 900 yard Henry ladder rear sight. Top flat of bbl has the small 2-line Henry’s patent & address roll marking forward of the rear seat & the SN back of the rear seat. Magazine follower tab is large size without relief cut in front of frame. Receiver is early style with sharp radius at the top rear and has small loop lever. Buttplate is early style with slight perch belly & buttplate with round heel. Mounted with uncheckered, very nicely figured straight grain American walnut with straight stock that has sling swivel base in the left side and the remains of a “Henry bump” below. There is a corresponding sling loop on left side of bbl. Buttplate has the large trap with a large recess in the stock to accommodate a 4-pc wood cleaning rod (not present). SN was observed in the usual place on top flat of bbl between receiver & rear sight, left side of lower tang, under the wood, inside top tang channel of buttstock and inside toe of buttplate. Round portion of the bbl, under the loading sleeve, is marked with the assembly number “411” which number is also found on rear face on loading sleeve. This rifle was produced in about 1863 at the height of the Civil War when the Henry rifle was one of the most prized firearms on either side, Union or Confederate. The Union Army purchased 1731 of these rifles for issue to their troops. Several individual units private purchased Henry rifles to arm entire companies with them. The government furnished the ammunition. These units, with private purchase Henry’s, were referred to as “sharp shooters” and were generally used as shock troops for their devastating fire power as compared to everyone else’s muzzle loading or single shot arms, especially the Confederates. They referred to the Henry as “that damn Yankee rifle you load on Sunday and shoot all week”. Almost certainly, this rifle would have been used in the Civil War and the fact that it remains in orig configuration with some orig finish is a near miracle. Not only did these rifles serve with distinction during the war, but then were used further for hunting and self-defense. Most of them traveled West during the great Westward expansion and saw even harder service on the American frontier. CONDITION: Fine, all matching including all three tang screws & both buttplate screws. Bbl & magazine retain traces of orig blue around the receiver & sling loop and on bbl behind the front sight. The remainder of bbl & magazine is a cleaned grey metal patina with sharp edges on bbl giving rise to the belief that this rifle was near new before it was cleaned. Receiver & sideplates have a few minor scratches, very sharp edges and no evidence that the sideplates have ever been removed. Hammer retains mottled case colors & the lever traces of case colors, being mostly a grey brown patina. Stock is missing small slivers by top & bottom tangs, otherwise wood is sound with a few light nicks & scratches and retains most of an old restored finish. Mechanics are crisp with brilliant shiny bore, further giving rise to the thought that this rifle did not see heavy use. 50965-1 JR284 (35,000-45,000) – Lot 4010

4011
$29,120.00

FINE NEW HAVEN ARMS COMPANY MODEL 1860 HENRY RIFLE.

SN 11441. Cal. 44 RF. 24-1/2″ bbl. Blue finish with gun metal receiver. Straight grain American walnut stock. Sling swivels attached on bbl and buttstock. Bbl shows correct large 2-line address rolled in front of rear-sight, with SN at breech-end. Front sight is of the later style, which tapers down toward the muzzle and is square at back. Rear-sight is of the fourth type graduated to 900 yards and has a wide B notch in the bar with retainer. Bbl has a punch dot proof behind SN. Forward top of bbl under collar shows assembly no. 4190. Collar shows no assembly no. but flats align perfectly. Receiver has SN stamped on left tang under buttstock and is otherwise unmarked. Forward lower part of receiver is milled flat for correct large magazine follower. Upper tang mortise of buttstock and inside toe of buttplate show SN stamped. A “Henry Bump” is seen below the sling swivel on left side of buttstock. Screws are not numbered. 4-pc steel cleaning rod in butt. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl shows 10% blue in protected areas with the balance a plumb-brown patina with some roughness on right side behind collar. Bbl markings are sharp. Receiver has a mottled mustard-yellow patina with sharp edges and a few light scratches overall. Hammer is a silver-gray patina with a hint of case color. Lever is a plumb-brown patina. Markings are sharp. Buttstock is fine, full-sized, and shows varnish finish overall with a few slight handling marks. “Henry Bump” is well defined. Buttplate also has a smooth mottled mustard-brown patina with sharp edges and a few stains. A truly fine unmolested late production Henry rifle that would be a welcome addition to any collection. 51033-19 TEP (35,000-40,000) – Lot 4011

4012
$0.00

HISTORIC AND RARE CONFEDERATE CAPTURED HENRY RIFLE FROM AFRICAN AMERICAN GARRISON TROOPS AT GOODRICH LANDING, LOUISIANA.

SN 2170. Cal. 44. The pride and joy of Lt. Col. Arthur V. Crego’s (1922-2010) extensive Civil War arms collection was this Confederate captured Henry rifle which his family did not sell until recently. Mr. Crego’s exceptional Civil War collection was sold intact in a Sacramento, CA auction in 2011 near his home, with the exception of this rare and historic arm which he treasured and kept with him in his office at Ft. Bliss, TX. His family knew this was his favorite object. Accompanying provenance includes a signed document from the Provost Marshal at Ft. Bliss making exception to retain a privately owned firearm on base. The left side receiver is inscribed “CAPTURED AT / GOODRICH’S LANDING / OCT 1864 / JGS”. Right side of receiver “GMS / CARRIED BY NEGROES R ‘ R / 1868” and “PAULINE” forward on frame. Lt. Col. Crego does not state where he found this gun in 1966, but does have records of the soldiers mentioned, including copies of Clement Evans Confederate Military History telling of James M. Sandidge and businesses in New Orleans and of his son James Gilmore Sandidge who captured this gun. James Gilmore Sandidge fought in Virginia in 1861 but returned to join the cavalry in Louisiana along with his brother George. The two brothers went to Brazil after the fall of the Confederacy and traveled in that country for two years before returning to Louisiana. The garrison at Goodrich Landing in October of 1864 was occupied by the 63rd Regiment, United States Colored Infantry (9th Regiment Louisiana Volunteers, US). What an interesting history of a Henry rifle captured by Confederates from an African American unit, late in the Civil War. Henry’s are rare enough weapons and there is no doubt it is quite rare that black units or their officers carried them. This is a special, historic Henry that more research may tell a more complete story. Accompanying notes of Col. Crego state that the date 1868 refers to wedding gift of gun to from James to brother George, but not sure how this was arrived. PROVENANCE: Pvt. James G. Sandidge, 6th Louisiana Cavalry, October 1864; George M. Sandidge, 1868; Lt. Col. Crego, 1966. CONDITION: Gun appears orig and complete with exception of rear tang screw. Matching SN 2710 found on upper tang and buttstock channel. Bbl has crisp, well defined markings with old cleaning and is overall grey/bright. Brass has a medium mustard colored patina with old dings and dents. Inscription on left side easily discerned. Inscription on right side more difficult to interpret, see photographs. Stock is sound, fairly well fit with slight gap at frame. Hand worn patina and hairline rear of top tang. Mechanically functional though magazine guide binds. 50969-1 JS (30,000-40,000) – Lot 4012

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4013
$37,375.00

NEW HAVEN ARMS COMPANY FIRST MODEL 1860 HENRY RIFLE SAMUEL HOGGSON ENGRAVED.

SN 529. Cal. 44RF. 24-1/2″ bbl with integral magazine. No sling swivels mounted. Bbl shows early small 2-line address with SN stamped at breech end of bbl on top flat. Front-sight is of the half-moon design and is made of German silver. Magazine follower is of the small first type. Bbl collar was not removed because of molested screw. Gun metal receiver mounts a first variation rear-sight that is marked “1,000” at top. Sliding bar is missing. Receiver is engraved on top and on both sides in the Samuel Hoggson’s distinctive style. There is a vignette of a hound on left sideplate. Receiver is engraved in scroll style with a grape leaf motif on the forward flats. Lever is of the second type with latch. Lower left side of receiver tang shows SN and “G” inspector mark. Receiver screws show 3-digit SN at collar. Buttstock has SN stamped in the upper tang mortise. Buttstock has a straight profile on bottom. 4-pc Hickory cleaning rod in butt. Rod is unmarked and appears to be a reproduction. Crescent buttplate is scroll engraved on tang. SN is stamped on inside of buttplate tang. Buttplate screws are also serial numbered on collar. Stock shows no evidence of a “Henry Bump”. There is no swing swivel on stock. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl shows an even plumb-brown patina overall. Bbl address and cal mark is sharp. Front-sight is very good. Loading collar rotates freely. Retaining screw is damaged negating the possibility of disassembly without further damage. Finish and fit of collar is very good. Bbl flats line up perfectly. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver is fine with an even mustard-brown patina overall and no evidence of cleaning. Engraving is sharp. Tang markings are sharp. Rear-sight is very good with clear markings. Hammer and lever show a dark-brown patina overall. Stock is very good retaining much of the varnish finish overall, with some dents and scratches, especially on left side. Toe of buttstock is missing a small chip. Buttplate is fine with sharp engraving and a nice mustard-yellow patina. Markings are clear. Screws are very good. This is an opportunity for a collector to obtain a fine first model Hoggson engraved Henry rifle with many early features. Manufactured in 1862. 50506-31 TEP (30,000-50,000) – Lot 4013

4014
$28,750.00

FINE RARE NEW HAVEN ARMS COMPANY SECOND MODEL 1860 HENRY RIFLE MARTIALLY MARKED.

SN 9718. Cal. 44RF. 24-1/2″ bbl. Blue finish with gun metal receiver. Straight grain American walnut stock. Sling swivels attached on left side of bbl and stock. Bbl shows late large 2-line bbl address with SN stamped behind rear-sight. Rear-sight is of the fifth and final type, with retaining screw and small notch on the slide. Loading collar, forward part of bbl, and upper left tang of receiver show assembly no. 7. Magazine follower is of the large type. Gun metal receiver has milled flats at forward end to accommodate the large follower. SN is stamped on left lower tang under stock. Receiver also has “H” inspector mark on lower tang. Receiver screws are not numbered. Stock has SN stamped in mortise of upper tang. “A.W.M.” inspector mark is stamped into the stock on left wrist. Stock has sling swivel mounted on left side with a pronounced “Henry Bump” below. Buttplate has SN stamped on the inside toe. Screws are unmarked. This rifle does not appear on the Springfield Research website, but another 97091, is listed as having been issued to a trooper in Co. B 3rd Veteran Volunteers. This rifle came out of an attic in Central Maine and had been in the family for atleast 3 generations. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 40-50% blue finish that is strong in the gullets, with the balance turning a plumb-brown patina. Bbl address is sharp. SN is sharp. Assembly nos. are sharp. Bore is frosty with visible rifling. Sights are very good. Receiver shows a mustard-brown patina overall, with some scratching on sideplates and around the screws on left side. Receiver edges are sharp. Sideplates are not battered. There are a few small dents around the upper edge of the elevator port. Elevator is a smooth mustard patina with only a few small dents. Receiver screws are very good. Rear of firing pin shows traces of orig blue. Hammer retains a generous amount of case color on both sides with sharp checkering. Lever is a plumb-brown patina overall. Tang markings are sharp. Stock is fine and full-sized, with a readable inspector mark at the wrist and a pronounced “Henry Bump”. Stocks show numerous light dents and scratches overall. Stock retains a very pleasing dark oil finish. Buttplate is a mustard-brown patina with some stains and high point wear on heel and toe. Screws are very good. An opportunity to obtain a very fine condition, martially marked 2nd Model Henry rifle. 50843-3 TEP (30,000-50,000) – Lot 4014

4015
$28,750.00

EXTREMELY RARE, “AS FOUND” MARTIALLY MARKED ENGRAVED HENRY MODEL 1860 LEVER ACTION RIFLE, “JOHN WEIDLE, 3RD US VETERAN VOLUNTEERS”.

SN 3445. Cal. 44. Standard early martial Henry rifle with 24-1/4″ oct bbl that has integral magazine, German silver front sight and and 900 yard Henry Ladder rear sight without slide-stop screw, straight grain American walnut and early style brass crescent buttplate with round heel and large trap which contains an orig 4-pc steel and hickory cleaning rod. Right side of buttstock has a well defined inspectors cartouche “CGC” (Charles G. Chapman). Chapman’s signature is also found on right side of bbl along with “CC” stamped on frame at breech. This gun is fresh to the market in beautiful, untouched condition with fine patina and engraved in patterns thought to have been done by Lockwood Sanford or possibly a field engraver of the 3rd Veteran Volunteers who was quite talented. There are a handful of engraved Veteran Volunteer rifles with similar variants of panoply of arms which include a patriotic Colombian shield with American flags on either side, along with foliate panels with an additional central panel on right side decorated in a couple of different styles, but like subject here and seen on four other examples of ribbon with name superimposed above a figure “8” garter with geometric and floral decoration. Top of the receiver, top tang and top flat of the bbl between receiver and rear sight are engraved to match. Top flat of bbl is marked with the large, 2-line Henry address. SN is found on the top flat of bbl just forward of the receiver. Gun is so untouched and just consigned by family of the solider who carried it, it was not disassembled to check for matching numbers internally which we have no doubt this gun is in the orig configuration it was brought back from the war. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Brass has a mustard colored patina. Iron is overall grey/plum with fairly crisp edges. Stock is well fit with discernible cartouche which is rarely visible on these early martials with numerous small scratches, scuffs and minor cosmetic blemishes. There is a light bend to lever which does not affect the crisp mechanics of this gun. The brass head to spring leader has been replaced with a small iron tab. Bore exhibits crisp rifling, traces of finish are found in protected areas under lever and on hammer. 51075-1 JS (25,000-35,000) – Lot 4015

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4016
$20,125.00

CIVIL WAR FIRST MODEL HENRY RIFLE.

SN 4574. Cal. 44RF. Standard configuration of popular Civil War rifle made in 1864. 24-1/2″ oct bbl with integral magazine, nicely patinaed brass frame, straight grain American walnut stock with swing swivel attached, standard large 2-line bbl address with SN to rear of sight. Rear-sight is of the “C” variation with a sliding bar and “900” stamped at top of folding leaf. Front-sight blade has been changed contemporarily to well patinaed copper. Sling swivel bar is mounted on left sight. Magazine follower is of the second large type. Gun metal receiver shows milled flats in receiver to accept the larger type follower. Lower tang of receiver has 4-digit SN stamped. Receiver is otherwise unmarked. Sling swivel is attached on upper left side. SN is stamped in upper tang mortise of stock cheek. Buttplate is of the first type with rounded heel. Buttplate is unmarked. This is an honest example of a Henry rifle that most likely saw Civil War service. PROVENANCE: Ex-Dick Kennedy, Atlanta Georgia; Ex-Jim Williams Collection, Atlanta. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl shows a mottled dark-brown patina overall. Collar screw has 1 ear broken, which eliminated the possibility of disassembly. Magazine follower spring is missing. “T” bar collar retainer is also missing. Rear upper tang screw has been replaced with a wood screw. Loading collar is frozen in position. Bbl address is clear. SN is clear. Sight graduations are clear. Bore is very frosty but has sharp rifling. Receiver has a dark mustard-brown patina overall, with evidence of cleaning, especially on the forward end. Sideplates on both sides are somewhat battered on top. Elevator is a dark mustard patina with some dents. Hammer, lever, and trigger are all dark-brown patina. Hammer checkering is sharp. Tang marking is sharp. Lever is of the second type with lever latch. Stock is very good overall with numerous dents and scratches and some small white paint specs. SN in upper tang mortise is sharp. “Henry Bump” is visible below the swing swivel on left side. Buttplate shows an even mustard-brown patina. A very good example of a first model Henry rifle manufactured in 1864. 50560-2 TEP (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4016

4017
$21,275.00

NEW HAVEN ARMS COMPANY VOLCANIC CARBINE.

SN 2315. Cal. 41. 16-1/2″ bbl. Blue finish with gun metal receiver. Straight grain American walnut stock with crescent buttplate. Bbl is marked “Patent New Haven, Conn. Feb. 14, 1854”. Magazine follower has a rnd iron knob. Follower spring is missing. Receiver shows assembly no. “93” stamped on lower right tang under stock. Assembly no. also appears on right side of lever near hinge, upper tang buttplate slot of stock, and on inside tang of buttplate. “X” appears on left side of lever near hinge. Receiver screws are unmarked. Tang screw on buttplate shows “93”. Stock is loose at wrist. PROVENANCE: Ex-Dick Kennedy, Atlanta Georgia; Ex-Jim Williams Collection, Atlanta. CONDITION: Good to very good. Bbl is a mottled gray-brown patina overall. Collar has been somewhat cleaned. Collar rotates freely. Flats align. Bbl marking is sharp. Bore is dark with stains and very visible rifling. Receiver has a deep mustard-brown patina overall. Rear sight is missing. Top rear of receiver has been dished out. Sideplates are battered at top on both sides. Receiver has dents and scratches overall. Hammer and lever both show a silver-gray patina with some brown stains. There are slight traces of case color on sides of hammer. Receiver screws are replacements. Tang markings are sharp. Assembly no. on lever is sharp. Buttstock shows an old varnish finish with dents and scratches overall and a repair to the toe. Stock is somewhat undersized at wrist. Upper tang screw shows assembly no. 93. Lower tang screw is a modern replacement. A chance to obtain a volcanic carbine in the rarest bbl length. 50560-3 (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4017

4018
$19,550.00

NEW HAVEN ARMS COMPANY VOLCANIC CARBINE SERIAL NUMBER 48.

SN 48. Cal. 41. 21″ bbl. Blue finish with integral magazine. Bbl reads “New Haven Conn. Patent Feb. 14, 1854”. German silver front-sight. No cal mark. Gun metal receiver with rear-sight on top, that is adjustable for elevation by means of a knurled screw. SN is stamped on left lower tang. Bottom of receiver has “26” stamped behind elevator. This is possibly a collectors inventory no. Receiver screws have SN stamped on collar. Straight grain American walnut stock. SN is written in pencil in lower tang mortise. Gun metal buttplate has SN stamped on inside of tang. Buttplate screws also have SN stamped on collar. CONDITION: About fine. Bbl shows a smooth plumb-brown patina overall with traces of blue toward the breech in the gullet and on magazine tube. Loading collar was not disassembled, but flats lineup perfectly. Bbl marking is sharp. Magazine follower is loose. Gun metal receiver shows a mustard-brown patina overall with no evidence of heavy cleaning. Sides of receiver show some minor dents and scratches. Sideplates fit well. Receiver sight shows a generous amount of blue. Hammer is a plumb-brown patina. Lever is also plumb-brown patina, with some very slight trace of blue toward the hinge. SN on tang is sharp. Buttstock is a very professional replacement retaining nearly all of the varnish finish. Buttplate shows an even mustard patina, that is bright on the high points. SN is sharp. Screw nos. are clear. A nice example of an early volcanic carbine that has had some restoration. 50506-30 (15,000-22,000) – Lot 4018

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4019
$29,325.00

FACTORY ENGRAVED NEW HAVEN ARMS COMPANY VOLCANIC CARBINE.

SN 3021. Cal. 41 CAL. 25″ bbl. Blue finish with gun metal receiver. Straight grain American walnut stock. Bbl is marked “New Haven Conn. over patent Feb. 14. 1854”. Top of bbl under collar is stamped with assembly no. 1. Rear face of collar is worn as a result of rotation, which may have obliterated the no. Receiver is nicely engraved with a vine scroll motif with a border and accents around ejector port, hammer, and upper tang. Lower left tang is stamped with SN. Lower right tang is stamped “340”. Top of receiver mounts a leaf rear-sight that is adjustable for elevation by means of a knurled screw. Lever has “K” stamped on left side by hinge. Upper tang mortise of buttstock is unmarked. Buttplate tang cutout has SN stamped on stock. Assembly no. “340” is stamped on inside of buttplate tang. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl shows a smooth gray-brown patina overall, with little roughness and some high point wear. Bbl mark is sharp. Receiver is a mustard-yellow patina with sharp engraving and handling scratches overall. Hammer and lever are both a silver-gray patina. Receiver shows minuscule traces of silver finish on sides of tangs. Buttstock has been refinished, is undersized at wrist and shows nearly all of re-varnish. Very few minor scratches. Top tang screws are replacements. Buttplate is a mustard-brown patina with sharp engraving on tang and traces of silver finish. A very nice Volcanic Carbine that was lightly cleaned long ago, but still retains its orig parts. 51033-9 (15,000-30,000) – Lot 4019

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4020
$0.00

EXTREMELY RARE ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR “BLACK LABEL” HENRY RIFLE CARTRIDGE BOX COMPLETE WITH 50 ORIGINAL CARTRIDGES.

SN NSN. According to Giles & Shuey in their 2006 scholarly text One Hundred Years of Winchester Cartridge Boxes 1856 – 1956, they picture on page 38 and describe this rare box that only 3 were known at time of printing. “Sometime in the early/mid-1860s, probably 1863-65, this gold-on-black box appeared. As there is no callout of the manufacturer, it is often referred to as the “Generic Black Box”. Of the three that the authors have examined, one was empty and two were found with New Haven Arms 44 Pointed cartridges with raised “H” headstamps…The fact that “H” headstamps were found in two of these boxes is irrelevant. There is no way of knowing whether they were original to the box or just replacements by later owners who assumed (or wished) them to be of New Haven or Winchester production. Complicating the picture is the fact that it is known that New Haven contracted for outside production of 44 Henry cartridges. So it’s possible that the rounds that have been found in those boxes known to us were, indeed, native to the box; but, it is just as possible that they came from an outside contractor. Crittenden & Tibbals, interestingly, had the manufacturing wherewithal to produce the larger Rimfire calibers during the 1863-65 period. They are also known to have advertised (and presumably sold) the 44 Henry cartridge during the same period. And yet not a single 44 Henry box or label by C&T has ever been found with their name on it. Hmmm…” Authors obviously believe that Crittenden & Tibbals made these cartridges and boxes so the cartridges contained without headstamps are correct. These identical cartridges are commonly found in Civil War sites of 1864 campaigns, both in Virginia and Georgia and rarely with headstamps. This is a very rare box with discernible label that is complete and orig. CONDITION: Box is sound and solid. Cracked at edges, with a couple of old Scotch tape repairs on two corners of lid. Label is 98% complete with discernible text as can be seen in photographs, though light in areas. 50818-1 JS (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4020

4021
$9,200.00

EXTREMELY RARE ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR “GREEN LABEL” HENRY RIFLE CARTRIDGE BOX COMPLETE WITH 50 ORIGINAL CARTRIDGES.

SN NSN. This is a nice example of the rarely seen 1862-1863 vintage “Green Labeled” 50 cartridge box. These are rarely found and an identical box is shown on pg 30 of Giles & Shuey One Hundred Years of Winchester Cartridge Boxes. This is a fine orig box containing 50 orig cartridges that would display well with the much easier to find Civil War era Henry rifle itself. CONDITION: Box is very good overall with fading to green color of label with staining. There is a newer ink inscription on the left short side of box describing cartridges. 50818-2 JS (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4021

4022
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EXTRAORDINARILY RARE AND IMPORTANT WINCHESTER MODEL 1865 “WINCHESTER PATENT CARBINE” SERIAL NUMBER 3 MANUFACTURED BY THE WINCHESTER ARMS CO., BRIDGEPORT, CT., IN LATE 1865 OR EARLY 1866. “THE FIRST TRUE PRODUCTION WINCHESTER FIRE ARM”, TOTAL PRODUCTION OF ABOUT 700. N.R.A. SILVER MEDAL NUMBER 473.

SN 3. Cal. .44 Henry RF. 19″ bbl. Finished in the white without a bbl address. Late Henry style gunmetal receiver with rnd forend. Bbl band front sight with a dovetail cut underneath on the bbl. Experimental rear sight. Varnished burl grain walnut stock with rifle buttplate. SN 3 is stamped on inside of left receiver tang, bbl, rear of forend slide, buttplate, and in the upper tang mortise of stock. No assembly numbers are present on the side plates or lower tang. Late Henry type lever with locking stud. Winchester Patent Carbines and rifles were an enigma for collectors until the early 90’s when Herbert G. Houze, former Curator of the Cody Firearms Museum, published his landmark book Winchester Repeating Arms Company Its History And Development from 1865 – 1981. In chapter 1 of his book Mr. Houze clearly defines this extremely rare Winchester firearm (ref: plate 36, pg 38, plate 37, pg 39). According to Mr. Houze, in December of 1865 Oliver Winchester filed a patent in England for this design through his agent William Clark. English patent number 3284 was issued on December 19th, 1865. Winchester intended to sell most of the production overseas so he only sought European patent protection. In November of 1865 Oliver Winchester went to Paris where he met with M. de Suzanne with the marques. de Suzanne authorized the purchase of 1000 carbines having Winchester’s improvement to the magazine at a fixed price of $34.00 per arm, with 50% of the price to be paid immediately and the balance to be paid upon their shipment from New York to Havana, Cuba. The “Improved Henry Carbines” were intended for Maximilian I of Mexico. The carbines were unmarked and shipped by way of Cuba so that Oliver Winchester would not be directly associated with their intended use of overthrowing the Mexican Government. Paid for in gold, 700 of these Winchester Patent Carbines were delivered to Cuba beginning with 150, that were shipped by Winchester from New York to Cuba on January 12th, 1866. An export receipt from J.P. Moore & Son, confirms this shipment. Some were also sold commercially despite the lack of patent protection. On March 5th, 1865, an “Improved carbine” and an “Improved rifle” were both sold to Philip Wilson & Co., and William Golcher, for a total of $72.00 ($40.00 for the carbine, $50.00 for the rifle, less a 20% discount). (Ref: Houze pg 41). To this date, only a total of 7 of these rare Winchesters are known to collectors, #3 being the lowest number. Others are SN 5, formerly in the Flayderman collection, SN 8, in the Beneke collection, SN 18, in a private Swiss collection, SN 46, in the Bender collection, and SN 279, which is a relic in the possession of the Mexican Federal Army Museum at Chapultepec Castle in Mexico City. In addition, the receiver for another example bearing the SN 691 is in the Winchester Arms Collection of the Cody Firearms Museum. Inventory number 242 of the Winchester Firearms Reference Collection describes one of these arms that has no SN. Of the preceding arms, with the exception of #8, all have 19″ carbine bbls, and none have exterior markings. Survival rate is very low as most of the production was sent to Mexico. SN 3 Winchester Patent Carbine surfaced in Michigan in the late 1980’s. It is possible that it was brought there by Lafayette Baker who was a sales representative for Winchester after the Civil War and moved to Lansing, Michigan in 1865. The carbine was at first mis-identified as a Briggs Patent Model. Briggs Patent Arms were not regular production firearms only prototypes. Subsequent research, with the help of Mr. Herb Houze, has now properly identified this extremely rare first production Winchester firearm. In 2009 Winchester Patent Carbine #3 was displayed at the N.R.A. Annual Meeting in Phoenix, AZ, along with the evidence herein presented. This carbine was awarded N.R.A. Silver Medal #473 along with the “Most Educational Award”. The N.R.A. Silver medal and certificate are included with this carbine. PROVENANCE: Accompanying this carbine is a comprehensive article featuring this carbine in the Spring 2009 edition of The Texas Gun Collector, pgs 28-32. Also included is correspondence between Mr. Houze and the first owner and also correspondence between Mr. Houze and the present consignor. Also included is a loan contract with the National Firearms Museum, dated March 17th, 2003, between the consignor and the N.F.M., involving the loan of the carbine for display, and a 3 page handwritten letter from George Madis, noted Winchester authority discussing the authenticity and originality of this carbine is included. CONDITION: Very fine, bbl and magazine tube were finished in the white and show a blending of that finish with an evenly aged silver-gray patina with some slight stains at the left breech end of the bbl. Bore is frosty with very sharp rifling. Front bbl band is a professional restoration. Gunmetal sliding forend/magazine cover shows an even mustard/brown patina. Magazine plunger retainer clip is damaged. Gunmetal receiver shows an even mustard/brown patina with some rubbing on the high points and a few scratch marks overall. Receiver has a few small casting flaws. Elevator has a slight dent. Side plates fit very well. 1 toggle is missing from the action. Lever, hammer and trigger show an even gray/brown patina. Crotch grain American walnut stock retains nearly all of the dark brown oil finish with numerous small scratches, dents, and handling marks on the high point of each side. Gunmetal buttplate also shows an even mustard/brown patina with high point wear on the heel and toe. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for the collector of rare Winchesters to obtain an example of the earliest “True Production Winchester Arm” presently known to the collecting fraternity. 49546-1 (75,000-100,000) – Lot 4022

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4023
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RARE AND ICONIC NIMSCHKE “BANK NOTE” ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 RIFLE WITH IMAGE OF “COLUMBIA – THE PERSONIFICATION OF AMERICA”.

SN 28737. Cal. 44. Maybe the most recognized engraved Winchester is this fabulous gun with the image of “Columbia” taken from Civil War 15 cent “bank note”, finely engraved L. D. Nimschke in 1869. Extremely rare rifle with 21-1/4″ oct bbl, standard fixed sights, mounted with highly polished, straight grain wood stock with matching SN found in lower buttstock channel, assembly letter “V” found on lower tang of frame, crescent shaped buttplate with trap contains orig 3-pc cleaning rod. Engraved designs in brass are among the most elaborate and beautiful with spectacular fine scrolls with large central panel on left side of “Columbia”, who is the personification of America with her eagle headed Liberty cap, starred tiara above a bundled fasces (representing the power or authority of the state). This exact engraved panel is shown in Nimschke’s pattern book, dated in his hand December 1869. This superb Winchester has fantastic collection history and is truly a piece of American patriotic art. PROVENANCE: Ex-Solis Goodman,1950; Engraving pictured on pg 58 of L. D. Nimschke Firearms Engraver, 1965; Ex-Elmer Taylor Collection; Pictured on pg 56, Antique Arms Annual, 1971; Ex-Doug Beneck Collection; Ex-Leroy Merz Collection. CONDITION: Very fine to extremely fine overall all matching and orig. Bbl and magazine tube retain about 90% thinning blue with staining and overall blue/plum. Loading arm retains strong traces of bright case colors with balance muted to a dark blue/brown. Hammer retains most of its orig case colors, thought partially muted and dark. Brass frame, nosecap and buttplate have a beautiful deep mustard colored patina with gold highlights in protected areas bringing the engraving to life. Stocks retain virtually all of their orig bright, highly polished varnish with small cosmetic dents and scratches. Mechanically the gun is fine with crisp shiny bore. 50412-15 JS (200,000-300,000) – Lot 4023

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4024
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Revised: 9/29/2016

Please Note: In regards to this signed Conrad Ulrich masterpiece. We have just learned that the stock is not the original stock. The original stock was refinished and had average wood. In the last couple of years, it was upgraded with another antique Model 66 rifle stock having great wood and wonderful finish. We understand a number of these truly special engraved Model 66’s have had similar changes. The current stock is outstanding, appropriate and had we not been told and verified this, we would never have been able to determine it.

SPECTACULAR HIGH RELIEF ENGRAVED GOLD WINCHESTER MODEL 1866, CONRAD ULRICH SIGNED MASTERPIECE.

SN 84015. Cal. 44 RF Henry. Considered to be one of Conrad Ulrich’s masterpieces, this spectacular rifle has a 24-1/4″ oct bbl with Winchester and King’s improvement markings in 2-lines, half-nickel front sight and scarce 900-yard Henry-style ladder rear sight with tension spring mortise in top flat. Gold-plated receiver, buttplate and forend cap. It has highly figured, deluxe burl and flame grain uncheckered straight stock and forearm with crescent buttplate with trap. It has factory sling loops in the forend cap and stock. The receiver, forend cap and buttplate are masterfully engraved in Mr. Ulrich’s now-famous and well-known patterns. The receiver has deep relief vignettes of blind justice holding the sword and scales of justice in between 2 buildings. The front flat on the left side, also in deep relief, depicts a very detailed hunter holding a gun with his dog in the background in a Greek-style arch with a tiled roof building in the background. The right side, also in deep relief, has a vignette of a hunter with his dog holding a gun and directing the dog. The front flat on the right, also in deep relief, pictures a standing stag in foliate and floral setting. The left side vignettes are surrounded with beautifully executed foliate arabesque patterns and a Greek key motif, which divides the 2 panels. The front and rear edges of the receiver have Ulrich’s beautiful four-petal flowers in a chain completely around the circumference. The rear edge of the left flat has 2 small pinwheels. The right side vignettes are also surrounded by foliate arabesque patterns with a fox, a duck and a squirrel concealed within the engraving. The hunter and dog have foliate and floral foreground and the 2 pinwheels appear opposite the left side. The top of the receiver in back of the ejection port, is executed in three panels of fine foliate arabesque engraving with the center blank for effect or for an inscription. The bottom of the receiver is lightly engraved with a split foliate spray divided between the carrier and floorplate. A fine line is engraved around the lever and trigger openings with a spray of foliate engraving back of the trigger. The top tang has simple borders with a space in the middle. The bottom tang has a simple line border with foliate arabesque engraving around the rear screw hole. The buttplate tang is engraved with an outline of foliate arabesque patterns and a plain center. The forend cap has a circle of four-petal flowers that matches those on the receiver. All of the work has Mr. Ulrich’s fine, detailed wavy borders and extremely fine punch-dot background. The vignettes have a plain background which wonderfully offsets the relief decorative work on the figures. The lower tang has Ulrich’s stamped signature in 2 rectangular cartouches rear of SN. This rifle is pictured in full color, both sides, on page 113 of “Winchester Engraving”, 1975, by R. L. Wilson. This is among the handful of truly spectacular relief carved Winchesters known. PROVENANCE: William Sisney Collection; Norm Vegely Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine. All matching and orig. Matching SN found in upper channel of buttstock and a script “6” on upper left tang. Bbl retains about 95% finish, turning plum on the top half with the sheltered areas having bright original blue. There are 2 or 3 small spots of moderate pinprick pitting with some scattered staining and light pitting on the right flat. The magazine tube is mostly a plum/blue with 3 spots of pitting. The receiver and forend cap retain about 96-97% of their beautiful bright gold plating with the exposed areas a dark mustard brass patina that blends very well. The buttplate retains about 75-80% original gold plating with the balance a dark mustard patina. The wood is sound and retains most of it’s high polish varnish. Mechanically excellent with crisp bright bore. 50412-12 (250,000-500,000) – Lot 4024

4025
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SPECTACULAR CASED ENGRAVED WINCHESTER 1866 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 38056. Cal. 44 RF. Fabulous “66” rifle with 24″ oct bbl and full magazine. German Silver Rocky Mountain front sight with 900 yard Henry ladder rear sight and an early style tang sight with 3-1/2″ staff. Rifle is mounted in highly figured 3X center crotch cut flame grain walnut, uncheckered with straight stock and crescent buttplate with trap for containing four piece iron and brass wiping rod. Receiver, forend, cap and buttplate tang are spectacularly engraved by John Ulrich with left side of receiver having a large oval vignette of a dog chasing a leaping stag in a field scene with hills and trees in the background. Surrounded by full coverage of spectacular intertwined foliate and floral arabesque patterns with a very fine punch dot background. Front flats have similar but somewhat different Moorish engraved patterns with lots of open space and fine punched dot background. Right side of receiver has a large unusual Moorish style presentation panel surrounded by foliate arabesque patterns. Top of receiver has foliate spray just forward of ejection port and a Moorish pattern with dot punch backgrounds behind. Borders around the two sides is typical Ulrich. Forend cap has trademark medallions and flower blossoms on each side. Buttplate tang has a deep incise foliate and geometric pattern. This rifle originally had gold wash over silver plate with most of the gold wash now missing. Large vignette and portions of the left side have strong gold remaining with strong gold on the front sling swivel and traces of gold on lever pivot. Left side of tang is engraved “J. U.” and has 3 “X” and a small “S” on side of bottom tang last four digits of serial number are stamped in top tang channel of buttstock and appear again at toe under buttplate. Rifle is housed in a period case that is of a veneered English walnut type with bound corners, sliding latches, triangular key escutcheon and German silver shield shaped presentation plaque on lid. Case contains 3 boxes of Stetson’s Patent 44-100 rim-fire cartridges. Boxes are sealed. 2 boxes feel full, one is empty. All boxes have green Winchester Repeating Rifle labels. Empty box has been opened, 1 other box has also been open and has a good label, 3rd box appears unopened and has some damage to label. Box also contains a wooden handle screwdriver, a small cleaning brush, a 4-pc steel cleaning rod, 8 loose cartridges in a cellophane bag, interior of case is felt-lined with partitions. This rifle and case were found by a famous Winchester Collector who split up the set. Our consignor purchased the rifle and went back to the collector that owned the case and purchased that directly from him reuniting the set. CONDITION: Very fine to extremely fine. Bbl retains about 93-95% strong bright blue with fine edge wear and some light nicks and scratches with one small chemical spot on the right flat. Magazine tube retains about 85% orig blue turning slightly plum with with a chemical spot on the left side. Forend cap, receiver and buttplate retain about all of their wonderful silver plating with the aforementioned strong gold wash on the left sideplate. Trigger and hammer retain about 90% strong case colors. Wood is sound with usual handling and use marks, a long scratch on the right side of the buttstock and a couple of lighter scratches on the forearm and overall retains most of the orig oil finish. Mechanics are fine, bright shiny bore with scattered spots of light pitting. 50695-3 (80,000-120,000) – Lot 4025

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4026
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RARE AND HISTORIC WINCHESTER FOURTH MODEL 1866 RIFLE PRESENTED TO A.D.W.L. LA SCOTT “PANTHER BILL” BY BUFFALO BILL CODY IN 1880.

SN 150741. Cal. 44 RF. 24″ rnd bbl. Full magazine. Gun metal receiver with saddle ring staple holes plugged at factory. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent steel buttplate and steel forend cap. Badge shaped rose gold presentation plaque, inlaid into left side of stock that reads, “Souvenir A.D.W.L. La Scott Panther Bill from Hon. W.F. Cody Buffalo Bill 1880”. Rifle was manufactured in 1879. Bbl shows 2-line Winchester address rolled in front of rear-sight with no cal mark. German silver blade front-sight, semi buckhorn rear-sight. Gun metal receiver has SN engraved on lower tang behind lever. “P” proof is stamped on lower tang under lever. Lower left tang shows assembly no. “35” stamped on side under stock. “650” is also stamped on lower left tang behind assembly no. Receiver is otherwise unmarked. Upper tang mortise in buttstock has assembly no. 35 stamped, as does the toe of the steel crescent buttplate. Cleaning worm in butt compartment. The rose gold presentation plaque is expertly inlaid into left side of buttstock and shows traces of silver finish. An internet search does not provide any information on La Scott or “Panther Bill”. This exact rifle is pictured on page 505 of the William Locke Collection Book published in 1973. Caption identifies this rifle by SN. A closeup of presentation plaque is also pictured. Captions states “this rifle was obtained from F. Theodore Dexter in March of 1930 for $75.00.” PROVENANCE: A list of known owners was provided by the consignor as follows: W.F. Cody, A.D.W.L. La Scott, Ivan Hart, F. Theodore Dexter, William M. Locke, Tommy Haas Jr., Neil E. Bogan. Also accompanying this rifle is an original ticket from The Antiques Roadshow, that was held at the Tulsa, Oklahoma Convention Center on July 23, 2011, when this rifle was appraised by J. Christopher Mitchell, noted Arms and Militaria Dealer for between $150,000 and $200,000. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl and magazine tube retain 30-40% blue finish, that has drifted to a smooth plumb-brown patina overall, with bright-blue in protected areas. Bbl address is sharp and clear. Sights are fine. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Gun metal receiver is fine with an uncleaned mustard-yellow patina that shows some mottling on tangs. Receiver has small handling marks overall with sharp edges. Receiver screws are also fine and retain generous traces of blue finish. Loading gate shows traces of blue with some oil stain around the edges. Elevator has a small dent toward rear. Front edge of elevator at each corner is slightly dented. Bolt shows traces of blue. Hammer shows traces of silvered case color on either side, with generous color on front face. Checkering is very sharp. Lever shows a plumb-blue-brown patina overall with very little roughness. All receiver markings are sharp. Stocks are fine, very slightly undersized, and show handling marks overall under a coat of varnish. This likely occurred when stock was inlaid with presentation plaque. Plaque is very good with clear lettering and some light scratches overall that extend into the wood. Crescent steel buttplate is a smooth mottled silver-brown patina. Buttplate screws show considerable blue finish. Steel forend cap retains 40% blue finish, blending with a smooth plumb-brown patina. Screws are unmolested and show considerable blue. A rare opportunity to obtain a genuine Buffalo Bill presentation Winchester Model 1866 rifle with impeccable provenance. 50937-1 TEP (65,000-75,000) – Lot 4026

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4028
$17,250.00

SCARCE EARLY HENRY MARKED WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 16124. Cal. 44 RF Henry. Standard rifle with 24-1/4″ oct bbl, full magazine, Beach’s style combination front sight, 900 yd Henry ladder rear sight and a thick base sporting tang sight with 4″ staff. Top tang has had a 2nd hole drilled & tapped for the tang sight. Mounted with uncheckered, straight grain American walnut with straight stock and crescent buttplate with trap. Buttstock & forend cap have factory sling swivels which contain an orig brown leather sling with brass buckle & stud. Left side of lower tang, under the wood, is marked with the serial number and “RV”. Matching serial number is inside toe of buttplate. The top tang channel of the buttstock has been altered to accommodate the 2nd screw which obliterated the serial number that would have been found there. However there is no doubt in this catalogers mind that this stock is orig to this rifle. The wood to metal fit around the receiver & buttplate are near perfect. Top flat of bbl has the 2-line Henry’s & King’s patent address. These early 1866 rifles were the successor to the Model 1860 Henry rifle which is serial numbered well into the 14,000 serial range. The model 1866 production began probably in the late 12,000 serial range with limited production until about 14,000. Various publications indicate that the Model 1866 production began at around 12,475 which would indicate this rifle was made in 1868 at a time of the Great Westward Expansion of Manifest Destiny when any repeating rifle was in great demand on the frontier. Those rifles are rarely ever found with high orig finish. CONDITION: Fine to very fine. Bbl & magazine tube retain 25-30% thin orig blue, stronger in sheltered areas with the balance turning plum; receiver & side plates are extraordinary, showing very light sharp edge wear and retaining a wonderful, smooth, even dark mustard patina. From all appearances the side plates may have never been removed. Left side plate has one small scratch. Stock has a small crack in the toe with bruises on the left side by the sling swivel, otherwise wood is sound and shows normal handling nicks & scratches and retains about 75% light added finish. There are a total of three holes in the top tang and plate is soldered to the tang. Mechanics are crisp; bright shiny bore with one tiny spot of fine pitting. 50506-35 (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4028

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4028A
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LOUIS D. NIMSCHKE ENGRAVED WINCHESTER SECOND MODEL 1866 OCTAGON BARREL FULL MAGAZINE RIFLE.

SN 16172. Cal. 44RF. 24″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Full silver finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt and sling swivels attached. Receiver, buttplate, and forend cap, are scroll engraved in the Nimschke style. Receiver shows full coverage on both sides in an intertwining scroll design with a punch dot background. Top of receiver is engraved with scroll and border work in front and to rear of ejection port. This 1866 is pictured in R. L. Wilson’s “The Book of Winchester Engraving” on pg 56 as one of the earliest engraved Model 1866 Winchesters. Elevator is engraved with a punch dot and line design with a scroll and line border. Bbl shows 2-line Henry’s and King’s patent mark. Front-sight has a German silver blade. Rear-sight is of the ladder type. Receiver has SN stamped on lower left tang with a small “W” proof-mark to the front. “RV” is also stamped on lower tang. Lower tang has a small “O” proof under lever, with a small “cross” forward of the proof. Upper tang mortise in buttstock shows SN. Buttplate has SN stamped on inside toe. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube show a plumb-brown patina overall, with a few dents and some high point wear. Bbl address is sharp but light. Breech end of bbl retains traces of silver finish. Bore is dark with strong rifling. Receiver retains 30-40% silver finish that has turned a black patina near the hammer and on the forward part of receiver gullets. Engraving is sharp and unpolished. Hammer retains 50% silver finish on both sides and rear with sharp checkering. Elevator shows a mustard-brown patina with sharp engraving. Stocks are professional replacements and retain most of their oil finish with slight mars and scratches. SN in upper tang mortise is new. Buttplate retains 40% silver finish overall and has been slightly filed along the left side to accommodate the new stock. Sling swivels are very good. Forend cap retains 20-30% silver finish with sharp engraving. 50506-36 TEP (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4028A

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4028B
$15,812.50

ENGRAVED WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1866 OCTAGON BBL FULL MAGAZINE RIFLE.

SN 129765. Cal. 44RF. 24″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish gun metal receiver. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt and sling swivels attached. Receiver buttplate and tang are all finely engraved in a scroll style with punch dot background. Left sideplate of receiver shows a standing deer in a circular vignette, surrounded by expertly executed leafy scroll work motif with a 2-line border. Right sideplate shows a vignette of a bugling elk with a rnd border and the same scroll work. Forward sides of the receiver also shows leafy scroll work with a 2-line border. Top of receiver shows a starburst in front of ejector port and leafy scroll to rear. Engraved hammer. Elevator is engraved with a checkerboard pattern with dots and line border with a scroll accent to rear. Forend cap has scroll accent around screw. Bbl shows 2-line Winchester address in front of sight. Rocky Mountain brass blade front sight and ladder rear-sight. Receiver has SN stamped on lower tang behind trigger. “R” is stamped on lower tang of left side under stock. Upper tang mortise of buttstock has the last 4-digits of SN stamped. Buttplate has the last 4-digits of SN stamped inside of toe. 4-pc steel cleaning rod in butt. CONDITION: Fine, as refinished. Bbl and magazine tube smooth plumb-brown patina overall with very few small handling marks. Bbl address is readable but faint. Sights are very good. Bore is dark with strong rifling. Receiver has been polished overall, before engraving, and has been patinated to a mustard-brown patina. Engraving is sharp and crisp. Loading gate shows traces of blue. Loading gate shows some traces of blue. Hammer and lever smooth plumb-brown patina. Stocks are very good, slightly undersized, with light handling marks under a light varnish finish. Buttplate shows a mustard patinated finished overall. Sling swivels are good. Forend cap is also a mustard patinated finish. 50506-40 TEP (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4028B

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4029
$15,525.00

VERY RARE LOUIS D. NIMSCHKE ENGRAVED WINCHESTER FIRST MODEL FLAT SIDE 1866 SADDLE RING CARBINE WITH MEXICAN EAGLE MOTIF AND GOLD PLATED RECEIVER.

SN 13182. Cal. 44RF. 20″ bbl. Full magazine. Carbine sights. Blue and gold finish. Nicely figured American walnut stocks with crescent butt. Receiver is engraved in the Nimschke style with intertwining scroll work overall and a Mexican eagle motif on left sideplate. Right sideplate shows a floral motif surrounded by scroll work. Top of receiver shows a starburst in front of ejector port and intertwining line and dot engraving to rear of port, with a scroll accent. Upper tang shows a leafy scroll around forward screw, with border work and a scroll accent around rear screw. Buttplate shows scroll work on tang with a border. Bbl has been cleaned and shows no address. Standard carbine sights. Receiver is of the flat side type with no stock bolsters at forward end and a sharp “Henry” drop at the rear near hammer. Receiver shows SN stamped on lower left tang under stock with assembly no. “197” stamped in small letters to front of SN. No. “8234” is stamped on bottom of receiver to rear of elevator with 3 punch marks to the left side, which could be numbers, but are not legible. Buttstock has SN stamped in upper tang mortise. There are remnants of another number that are stamped below the SN in upper tang mortise. The last 4-digits of SN is stamped on inner toe of buttplate. CONDITION: Very good, for this model. Bbl was cleaned long ago and now shows a dark brown-red patina overall and shallow pitting overall. Magazine is also the same dark brown-red patina. Sights are good. Bore is dark with visible rifling. There is a small ring on inside of bbl at about mid-point. Receiver is a mustard-brown patina overall with traces of gold plating under lever and under saddle ring. Engraving has not been polished and shows a clear eagle motif. Receiver has numerous scratches and dents overall. Loading gate is stuck in closed position. Elevator is a plumb-brown patina with a few dents. Tang markings are sharp. Lower tang has a transverse file mark behind lever latch. Stocks are very good with bruises and dents overall and retain most of a varnish finish. Stocks appear to be of Winchester manufacture, but are not orig to this carbine. Buttstock has a filled repair on inside of upper tang of buttplate. Stocks have a heavy coat of varnish finish overall. 50506-32 (20,000-28,000) – Lot 4029

4030
$17,250.00

FACTORY ENGRAVED WINCHESTER SECOND MODEL 1866 OCTAGON BARREL RIFLE WITH SILVER PRESENTATION PLAQUE.

SN 18409. Cal. 44RF. 24″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Blue and silver finish. Gun metal receiver with nicely figured American walnut stocks. Crescent buttplate with sling swivel attached. Forward swivel is missing. Receiver engraving is of a leafy scroll motif with floral accents. Forward flats of receiver have a grape-leaf motif. Top of receiver has scrolled accents in front of ejector port with leafy scroll to rear toward hammer. Top tang also has leafy scroll work. Engraving has dbl line border all around. Bottom of receiver is plain. Buttplate has leafy scroll accent on tang around screw leading to heel. Forend cap also has scroll accent around both screws. Listed as one of a few engraved like Henry rifles as per R. L. Wilson p. 66 in “The Book of Winchester Engraving” 2nd Edition. Bbl shows a 2-line Henry’s and King’s patent mark. German silver blade front-sight, ladder rear-sight. SN is stamped on lower tang under lever. SN is also stamped in upper tang mortise of buttstock. Buttstock has nicely figured wood, especially on right side. Right side of buttstock has a period of use rectangular silver presentation plaque with dished out corners inlet into the stock. Plaque reads, “Presented to THOs McMullen by his friends in Des Moines, August 13, 1870.” CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube are a silver-gray-brown patina overall with high point wear and some small dents. Bbl mark is legible but light. Sights are very good. Bore is dark with strong rifling. Muzzle of bbl has been lightly dressed. Receiver is a mustard-brown patina overall with traces of deeply patinated silver finish around hammer in gullets in forward portion of frame and around trigger. Engraving is sharp and unpolished. Receiver has light scratches and a few small dents overall. Lower tang has been repaired using an over-lapping joint that has been braised and screwed together. SNs have been properly re-stamped. Stocks are very good, slightly under-sized with a dark brown finish overall. Stocks have numerous handling marks and dents. Forend shows numerous handling marks and dents, with a chip missing on upper front left side. Presentation plaque is very good. 50506-37 TEP (17,500-27,500) – Lot 4030

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4031
$14,375.00

FACTORY ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 OCTAGON FULL MAGAZINE RIFLE.

SN 36480. Cal. 44RF. 24″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish with silver plated gun metal receiver, buttplate, and forend cap. Rifle is engraved in the Ulrich style with scroll motif and geometric patterns. Receiver has blank panels on both sideplates. There is a dogs head worked into the engraving on left sideplate in front of panel. Engraving shows a very fine punch dot background with borders. Buttplate is engraved on tang with a floral decoration around screw with a splay running toward heel. Forend cap is also scroll engraved on either side with a fine punch dot background. Bbl shows standard 2-line Winchester address in front of rear-sight. Left side of upper tang shows the initials “J.U.” engraved. This mark has never been observed by this cataloger, but it is sharp and clear and shows orig silver plate over top. An attribution to Winchester factory engraver John Ulrich can be made. Assembly mark “O” is stamped on lower tang in front of “XXX”. There is also an inspector mark “S” stamped in front of other marks. SN is stamped under lever behind trigger. SN is bordered by engraving. A small “B” is stamped behind SN. Stocks are of the Winchester manufacturer, but do not exhibit an “XXX” grade of wood. Assembly no. “804” is stamped in the upper tang mortise of stock. “SG61” is stamped into right side of buttstock. A Winchester sling swivel is mounted on bottom of buttstock. Inside toe of buttplate is stamped with the last 4-digits of SN. Forend is also straight grain American walnut, with some figure. Forend cap mounts a factory sling swivel. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube show generous traces of blue finish, blending with a smooth plumb-brown patina, with high point wear and a few scratches toward muzzle end. Bbl address is sharp. Sights are very good. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Receiver is a mustard-yellow patina overall with slight traces of silver plate finish in protected area around the lever latch. Engraving is sharp and unpolished. Loading gate shows considerable traces of fire-blue finish. SN is sharp. Hammer has a deep plumb color with traces of silvered out case color on both sides. Lever is a deep plumb-brown patina overall. Tang markings are sharp. Stocks are a Winchester product, but came off of another rifle. Buttstock is slightly undersized. Buttstock shows handling marks overall with a repair to toe and an age crack on right side. Stocks show an old varnish finish. Forestock has minor handling marks an old re-varnish finish. Crescent buttplate has a mustard-brown patina with generous traces of silver plate, especially on right side and underneath. Buttplate has been lightly cleaned. Forend cap shows a mustard-yellow patina with no trace of silver plate. Sling swivels are good. 50506-38 TEP (17,500-27,500) – Lot 4031

4032
$15,525.00

RARE 1ST MODEL FLAT-SIDE WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 SADDLE RING CARBINE.

SN 14951. Cal. 44RF Henry. Standard grade carbine with 20″; bbl, early style full mag with integral front band/sight and very early, original, 2-position flip rear sight. Receiver is 1st style with flat front edges vs. the later style that had a fluted thicker front edge which allowed for a thicker, more durable forearm. Loading gate is also flat 1st style and there is a staple and ring in the left side of receiver. Other early features include the early coarse checkered hammer and the correct short 3-segment cleaning rod in buttstock. It is mounted with straight grain American walnut with crescent brass buttplate with trap. Bbl marking of this carbine has the early 2-line patent markings “HENRY’S – PATENT OCT. 16. 1860 / KING’S – PATENT – MARCH 29. 1866”. Left side of lower tang is marked with the SN, which is also found in the top tang channel on the buttstock and inside toe of buttplate. Left side of lower tang also has a tiny assembly no. “1630”, which also appears on various internal parts. This is a fine “as found” early ’66 carbine made in first year of production and among the first 1500 guns that were inter-mixed with Henry rifle production. These guns generally saw hard use and are rarely found in such nice, unmolested orig and complete condition. PROVENANCE: Ex-Rob Kassab Collection. CONDITION: Good to very good, all matching. All of the steel parts retain a smooth, even, dark plum/brown, attic patina with a few scattered spots of light pitting. There are traces of thinning blue finish on bbl in protected areas and traces of case colors on lever and hammer in protected areas. Receiver and buttplate retain a wonderful dark mustard colored patina with a few light scratches and dings on the sideplates. Top right sideplate has old pry marks that do not effect the overall aesthetics. Receiver shows light sharp edge wear. Stock is sound and solid with small dents, dings and the normal cosmetic bruising. There is about a 1″ very thin sliver missing on right side at lower tang which is currently filled in with flexible wood putty. Stock and forearm retain most of an old applied varnish with a fine hand-worn patina. Mechanics are fine. Strong, sharp bore with well defined rifling. 50643-1 JS (15,000-25,000) – Lot 4032

4033
$17,250.00

RARE WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1866 OCTAGON BARREL, FULL MAGAZINE SHORT RIFLE WITH CARBINE LENGTH BARREL.

SN 133318. Cal. 44RF. 20″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Gun metal receiver, with straight grain American walnut stocks. Crescent butt and sling swivels attached on buttstock and forend cap. Bbl has standard 2-line address in front of rear-sight, blade front-sight, and ladder rear-sight. Full length magazine. Gun metal receiver has SN stamped behind trigger with a very small no. “3” stamped behind SN. Upper tang is tapped for receiver sight. Lower tang has no. 1078 in front of no. 1072 stamped. These nos. would indicate special order. No. Assembly No. 1078 also appears in upper tang mortise of stock. Assembly no. 1072 is also stamped on inside toe of buttplate. Sling swivels are attached to buttstock and forend cap. This rifle is accompanied by a letter from The Winchester Firearms Museum dated September 27, 1976, that confirms an octagon bbl of “Length Carbine” and showing shipment on August 7, 1877. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl is an even plumb-brown patina overall, with only slight muzzle wear and a few slight scratches. Bbl address is sharp. Magazine tube retains generous traces of blue in protected areas. Bbl markings are sharp. Sights are good. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Receiver was cleaned long ago and has returned to a mustard-yellow patina. Receiver shows handling marks and scratches overall and some dents on the bottom and in front of lever. SN is clear. Hammer and lever show a gray-brown patina overall. Stocks are very good and have been lightly cleaned. Buttstock is slightly under-sized at wrist and sling swivel. Stocks show light handling marks under an old varnish finish. Buttplate is a deep mustard turning red patina, with wear at the heel and toe. Trap door is lightly sprung. Sling swivels are good. Forend cap shows a deep mustard patina. This is a chance to purchase a rare Winchester Model 1866 OBFM rifle with a carbine length bbl, that is documented in the factory record. 50506-41 TEP (15,000-20,000) – Lot 4033

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4034
$11,500.00
Revised: 9/21/2016

Please Note: Rifle barrel and magazine are later replacements.

EXTREMELY RARE WINCHESTER FIRST MODEL FLAT SIDE 1866 RIFLE WITH SADDLE RING AND HIGHLY FIGURED STOCKS.

SN 13245. Cal. 44RF. 24-1/2″ bbl. with integral magazine. Gun metal receiver. Highly figured crotch grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt. Forend is of the first type held in place by a transverse screw with no forend cap. Bbl shows 2-line Henry’s Patent “King’s Patent” bbl mark. Front-sight is a German silver blade. Rear-sight is graduated to 1,000 yards with a slide. Magazine hanger is pinned and held in place by 2 screws on either side. Receiver is of the late Henry type with a round-top at forward end and a sharp downward turn at rear. Receiver has a flat side profile without stock bolsters at forward end. Loading gate is of the flat type with a hold-open catch. Hammer and lever are of the late Henry design. Saddle ring is attached to left side. SN is stamped on lower tang on left side under stock. Assembly no. “1080” is also stamped in very small numerals on lower tang. Assembly no. is also stamped on inside of sideplates. Receiver is otherwise unmarked. SN is stamped on upper tang mortise of stock and on inside of toe of buttplate. CONDITION: Very good to fine, for this model. Bbl and magazine tube show a smooth gray-brown patina overall, with very little roughness. Bbl mark is very sharp. Sights are fine. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver is a deep mustard-brown patina with dark stains overall and appears uncleaned. Receiver shows scratches and dents. Sideplates fit very well. All markings are sharp and clean. Loading gate hold-open catch functions, which is not normally the case. Loading gate is dark with slight traces of blue finish. Receiver screws are very good. Saddle ring is also very good with some pitting. Hammer shows generous traces of case color especially on left side. Lever is a gray-brown patina, with very little roughness. Stocks are very good to fine. Buttstock and forearm show highly figured crotch grain American walnut on both sides. On a later Winchester this would be classified as XXX wood. Stocks have minor scratches and dents overall and retain a considerable amount of their orig amount of oil finish. Buttplate is a dark mustard-brown patina with a slight rub-mark on either side of tang. Forearm shows a few dents and scratches and a considerable amount of orig finish. These First Model 1866 Flat Side rifles were made in the serial range of 12,476 to about 15,500, with most of the production being the carbine version. The rifle is rarely seen in orig un-touched condition, as is this example. An opportunity to obtain an extremely rare Winchester First Model 66 rifle with wonderfully figured stocks. 50506-33 TEP (15,000-20,000) – Lot 4034

4035
$9,200.00

WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1866 SADDLE RING CARBINE.

SN 154381. Cal. 44RF. 20″ rnd bbl. Full magazine. Carbine sights. Gun metal receiver. Saddle ring attached. Straight grain American walnut stocks with gun metal carbine buttplate. 3-pc steel cleaning rod in butt. Bbl shows a correct 2-line bbl address stamped in front of rear-sight. Rear-sight is 2-leaf carbine design. “CCOO4” is stamped on left side of bbl adjacent to rear-sight. “S” inspector mark is stamped on top of bbl behind rear sight. No cal mark is present. Gun metal receiver has SN in script on lower tang behind lever. Saddle ring attached. No other apparent markings. Lower tang of receiver has assembly no. “42” stamped on left side under stock. Assembly no. “42” also appears in upper tang mortise of stock and on inside toe of buttplate. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl shows a smooth plumb-brown patina overall, with generous traces of blue towards the breech-end. Markings are sharp. Sights are very good. There is a slight batter mark on the bbl behind rear band. Bore is somewhat dark with visible rifling. Receiver shows a mustard patina overall with sharp edges and good screws. Elevator is slightly dented. Loading gate shows traces of fire-blue. Hammer shows traces of case color with sharp checkering. Lever is a brown patina overall with a little roughness on bottom edge. SN is sharp. Stocks are very good, full-sized, and show most of their oil finish. Stocks have light handling marks overall, with some larger dents on right side of the forearm near rear band. Butt plate is a mustard-yellow patina with some wear on heel and toe and good screws. Rear bbl band shows traces of blue with the balance a plumb-brown patina. Front bbl band also shows some traces of blue. Area around screw is slightly marred. A very nice Winchester Third Model 1866 SRC in much better than average condition. Made in 1882. 50664-2 TEP (10,000-15,000) – Lot 4035

4036
$0.00

WINCHESTER FOURTH MODEL 1866 OCTAGON BARREL FULL MAGAZINE RIFLE.

SN 156257. Cal. 44RF. 24″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Straight grain American walnut stocks with steel crescent buttplate. Bbl shows 2-line Winchester address in front of rear-sight, silver blade front-sight and semi-buckhorn rear-sight. Bbl has no cal mark. Gun metal receiver has SN engraved on lower tang behind lever, with “O” inspector mark under lever. Assembly no. “2293” is stamped on lower tang left side under stock. Assembly no. “2293” is also stamped in upper tang mortise of buttstock and on inside toe of steel buttplate. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 50% blue that is drifting to a plumb-brown patina, with some staining toward the muzzle. Magazine tube is a plumb-brown patina overall. Bbl address is sharp. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Receiver has an even mottled mustard-brown patina overall with sharp edges and only small scratches on sides. Loading gate shows traces of fire-blue. Elevator has no dents. Tang marking is sharp. Hammer shows slight traces of case color. Lever also shows light traces of case color. SN is clear and sharp. Stocks are very good and full-sized and retain much of orig varnish finish. Stocks have handling marks and bruises overall. Forestock shows scratches on both sides. Buttplate is a gray-brown patina overall with very slight traces of case color on tang. Heel and toe show some erosion. Forend cap is a smooth gray-brown patina. 50843-4 TEP (10,000-15,000) – Lot 4036

4037
$6,900.00

WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1866 SADDLE RING CARBINE WITH CRESCENT BUTTPLATE.

SN 66909. Cal. 44 RF. 20″ bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish with gun metal receiver. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent buttplate. Bbl shows correct 2-line address rolled into rear-sight. Sights are of the carbine type. Lower tang of receiver behind trigger is stamped with SN followed by the letters “CE”. There is a small “&” stamped in lower tang in front of lever latch. Buttstock has last 4-digits of SN stamped in upper tang mortise, same numbers appear on inside toe of buttplate. CONDITION: Very good to fine, for this model. Bbl and magazine tube show a smooth even uncleaned plumb-brown patina overall, with slight traces of blue in protected areas. Bbl marking is sharp. Bore is dark with strong rifling. Receiver has a deep mottled mustard-brown uncleaned patina with some stains around hammer on left side and small scratches overall. Loading gate shows a brown patina with some roughness. Elevator finish matches receiver with a couple of dents. SN is sharp. Stocks are very good, full-sized, and show scratches and dents overall, commensurate with the age of the rifle. Stocks have an old varnish finish applied. A chance for the collector to obtain a relatively untouched Yellow-Boy carbine not often found in this condition. 51079-6 TEP (10,000-14,000) – Lot 4037

4038
$9,775.00

WINCHESTER MODEL 1866 SADDLE RING CARBINE.

SN 157207. Cal. 44 RF Henry. Standard carbine with 20″ rnd bbl, full magazine, barleycorn front sight that has had an ivory bead added and 2 position flip rear sight. Bbl is marked with Winchester & King’s patent 2-line address. Left side receiver has a staple and ring. Mounted with nicely figured, uncheckered, slab sawed American walnut with straight stock & brass carbine buttplate with trap. Left side of the lower tang, under the wood is marked with the assembly number “2152” which number is also found in top tang channel of buttstock. Inside toe of buttplate is marked with the assembly number “1341”. This carbine was produced in 1882, long after the advent of center fire repeating rifles by both Winchester and Marlin and the cartridge it was chambered for was, by that time obsolete. A majority of these later ’66 rifles and carbines were sold on the South American market and saw hard and continuous service in the jungles with little or no maintenance and are almost never found with any orig finish. PROVENANCE: Ex-Woody Frey Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl & magazine tube retain 95-97% strong orig factory blue with some minor, light surface etching and light thinning over the forearm area. Bbl bands retain strong blue, turning plum on the right side of the forearm band. Magazine cap has a large ding. Receiver & side plates have possibly been draw filed and cleaned and have now regained a medium mustard patina. Side plates fit well with a couple of edge dings on the left side. Lever & hammer retain dark case colors on the sides, faded to silver on the faces. Wood is sound with a scratch and a couple of dings on the buttstock and overall retains about all of a fine restored finish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. 50412-75 (10,000-15,000) IVORY – Lot 4038

4039
$0.00

WINCHESTER FOURTH MODEL 1866 OCTAGON BARREL, FULL MAGAZINE RIFLE WITH CRESCENT BUTT.

SN 164860. Cal. 44 RF. 24″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Fun metal receiver with straight grain American walnut stocks and crescent buttplate. Bbl shows correct 2-line Winchester address rolled in front of rear-sight with cal mark at breech-end. German silver blade front-sight and sporting rear-sight. Receiver has SN stamped on lower tang behind lever latch. “5” is stamped on lower tang under lever. Lower tang has assembly no. “76” stamped on left side. Elevator is marked “44 CAL”. Assembly no. “76” also appears in the upper tang mortise of buttstock and inside toe of buttplate. Accompanied by a Winchester Gun Museum Letter dated June 16, 1975, showing rifle, oct bbl, being shipped on November 14, 1884. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl and magazine tube have a smooth plumb-brown patina finish overall, with high point wear and sharp markings. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Rear-sight retains considerable blue finish. Gun metal receiver is a smooth lightly cleaned mustard-yellow patina with slightly rounded edges, burnish marks, and scratches overall. The initial “W” is scratched onto the forward left side. All markings are clear. Elevator is a mustard-yellow patina with a sharp mark. Hammer and lever are a smooth dark gray-brown patina with some roughness on side of lever. Stocks are very good, very slightly undersized, and show an old cleaning with a varnish finish applied. Steel buttplate and forend cap are a dark mottled gray-brown patina. 51079-1 TEP (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4039

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4040
$4,600.00

ENGRAVED WINCHESTER SECOND MODEL 1866 SADDLE RING CARBINE WITH CRESCENT BUTT.

SN 15737. Cal. 44RF. 20″ bbl. Full Magazine. Blue finish with gun metal receiver. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt. Receiver is engraved in a leafy scroll motif on both sides. There is a blank panel on both sideplates. Top of receiver has a sunburst pattern in front of ejector port and scroll work with punch dot accent to rear. Upper tang has a punch dot border. Bottom of receiver is plain. Bbl shows 2-line Henry’s and King’s patent mark with carbine sights. Receiver is of the 2nd Model type with a slight drop at rear by hammer. Lower left tang has SN stamped under stock. Lower tang has an “A” proof under lever, with a cross on front. Crescent buttplate is engraved with scroll work around screw hole and a border running down both sides. CONDITION: Good to very good. Bbl and magazine tube show a plumb-brown refinish overall. Bbl mark is faint but legible. Rear-sight is good. Bbl bands are polished to a gray metal color, with some applied patina, and appear to be replacements. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Receiver has been cleaned and polished overall and engraved after cleaning. Engraving is sharp. Receiver shows a mustard-yellow patinated finish, as does the elevator. Tang mark is sharp. The stocks are very good with full oil finish and a few scratches and dents. Stocks are replacements. 50506-34 TEP (6,000-10,000) – Lot 4040

4041
$15,525.00

EXTREMELY RARE WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1866 RIFLE WITH 30″ HALF ROUND HALF OCTAGON BARREL.

SN 150003. Cal. 44RF. 30″ half rnd half oct bbl. Blue finish. Gun metal receiver. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt. Bbl shows standard 2-line address stamped in front of rear-sight. Standard blade front-sight, semi-buck-horn rear-sight. Half rnd half oct special order 30″ bbl. Full magazine. Gun metal receiver has SN stamped on lower tang behind lever. Upper tang has been tapped for sight. Right forward side of receiver has initials carved. There are very minute traces of silver plate near these initials at front of frame.Initials are hard to decipher. Appear to be “A.T.T.”. There are also some traces of silver finish on inside of tangs. Lower tang has “87” and “1448” stamped on left side. Assembly no. “87” also appears in upper tang mortise of stock and on inside toe of buttplate. Forearm has steel forend cap. Receiver was originally of the Carbine type and has the saddle ring staple holes plugged. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum letter dated February 19, 1997 confirming bbl length and configuration and showing shipment on October 10, 1878. Order no. 13359. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl is a smooth plumb-brown patina overall with sharp address. Oct section has some small dents on the high points on either side of the address. Bbl and magazine tube show some slight staining toward the muzzle end. Sights are very good. Bore is dark with strong rifling. Receiver is a mustard-brown patina overall with numerous scratches and dents on either side, and on the bottom in front of lever. Lower tang is broken at the lever latch. Hammer and lever are a gray-brown patina with slight traces of silvered out case color. Stocks are very good, full-sized, with handling marks overall and some larger dents toward the toe of butt. Buttplate is a mustard-brown patina with some scratching and staining on rear portion. Forend has some denting on either side. Steel forend cap is a gray-brown patina. A chance to purchase an extremely rare Long Barrel Winchester Model 66 rifle in a very rare configuration. 50506-42 TEP (6,000-10,000) – Lot 4041

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4042
$13,225.00

RARE WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1866 OCTAGON BARREL FULL MAGAZINE RIFLE WITH 28″ BARREL, SLING SWIVELS AND CRESCENT BUTT.

SN 129638. Cal. 44RF. 28″ bbl. Blue finish. Gun metal receiver. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt and sling swivels. Bbl shows 2-line Winchester address in front of rear-sight. Bbl has a steel Rocky Mountain blade front-sight and a ladder rear-sight with slide. Bbl overhangs magazine tube by 3/16″, front-sight mortise center is 1″ from muzzle, center of magazine hanger is 3-3/4″ from center to muzzle. Both measurements are correct. Gun metal receiver has SN stamped behind trigger. The “9” in the SN was deeply struck and has been re-struck on top of orig number. There is a “A” inspector mark on lower tang. Receivers otherwise unmarked. Straight grain American walnut stocks have sling swivels attached on butt and forend cap. Stock has crescent gun metal butt. Forend has gun metal cap. Stock has last 4-digits of SN stamped in upper tang mortise. Lower tang has “R” stamped on left side. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube show an even mottled brown patina overall, with some staining. Bbl address is sharp. Sights are very good. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Receiver has a mustard-yellow patina, and was lightly cleaned long ago. Receiver shows small dents and scratches overall. Screws are slightly marred. SN is sharp. Hammer and lever are a dark-brown patina with slight traces of silvered-out case color. Stocks are very good, slightly under-sized, and show some fairly heavy handling marks overall, with a coat of old varnish. No missing pieces. Buttplate is a mustard-brown patina with some slight scratching. Forend cap is also a mustard-brown patina with marring around screw-head on both sides. A very good example of a Special Order Long Barrel Winchester 1866 rifle. Manufactured in 1875. 50506-39 TEP (5,000-8,000) – Lot 4042

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4043
$0.00

ENGRAVED WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1866 OCTAGON BARREL RIFLE.

SN 127525. Cal. 44 RF. 24″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish with gun metal receiver. Figured forestock. Straight grain buttstock. Bbl shows 2-line Winchester address rolled in front of rear-sight. Front sight is steel knife blade type. Rear-sight is ladder type. Receiver is engraved overall with scroll and geometric patterns. There is a blank presentation panel on left side and an oval panel on right side, with initials “LFD” engraved. Forward part of receiver on right side has a running deer in high relief. Left side of forward part of receiver shows a grizzly bear in high relief. SN is stamped behind trigger with a “P” proof under lever. Upper tang is stamped “.22.4.2677.” with a cross. Lower tang has a spurious “XXXX” mark. Buttstock shows no markings. Inside toe of buttplate is stamped “2457”. CONDITION: Very good, as totally refinished after engraving. Bbl shows a mottled blue-brown refinish. Bbl address is re-rolled. Rear-sight is a modern replacement, as is the front-sight. Bore is dark with traces of rifling. Forend has large gap at receiver. Receiver has sharp engraving over a re-polished re-patinated finish. Engraving is nicely accomplished. Tang markings are spurious as noted. SN is sharp. Hammer and lever show a silver-gray patina with some roughness. Buttstock is a modern replacement with varnish finish overall and some light scratches and dents. Buttstock is undersized at wrist and around buttplate. Buttplate has a rough patinated finish with considerable roughness. Engraving is sharp. Forend cap is a patinated finish with sharp engraving. An attractive engraved Winchester 1866 rifle. 51033-34 (8,000-10,000) – Lot 4043

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4044
$0.00

EXTRAORDINARY WINCHESTER FIRST MODEL FIRST TYPE 1873 CARBINE. SERIAL NUMBER 139, FORMERLY IN THE COLLECTION OF TOMMY RHOLES OF TEXAS.

SN 139. Cal. 44WCF. 20″ bbl. Standard carbine sights. Full magazine. Blue finish. Saddle-ring attached. Straight grain American walnut stocks with carbine buttplate. Bbl shows standard 2-line Winchester address with no cal mark, which is correct. Magazine shows first type screw-in end cap. Carbine receiver is also of the first type, with a square cornered elevator mortise and distinct re-curve on either side of dust cover mortise. Loading gate is attached to right sideplate with an external screw, which is also characteristic of the early first model. Dust cover has a 1/2″ raised oil oval checkered thumb-piece. Upper tang is unmarked. Lower tang is engraved “Model 1873” over number “139”. This type of mark only appears on approximately the first 350 guns of this model. Lower tang has no provision for a trigger block safety, neither does the lever. Firing pin has a bushing, which is correct for this type. Saddle-ring is attached to left rear side of receiver. Stocks and buttplate are standard for this model. 3-piece steel cleaning rod is in the butt. Assembly number 174 appears on lower left tang under stock and on inside the toe of the buttplate. 74 is visible in the upper tang mortise of the stock. The no. 1 has been obliterated. Accompanying this carbine is a Cody Firearms Museum letter confirming features and showing shipment from the warehouse on January 26, 1874, order number 929. Also accompanying this carbine is a copy of a letter from Tommy Rholes to the consignor John Harris, dated 1/17/2011, which states “About 1980 I bought the carbine number 139 and have had it since then.” With a survival rate of much less than 10%, this carbine represents one of the rarest of all Winchester collectibles. It is fortunate for collectors that Mr. Harris has decided to make it available to the collectors fraternity. Included is a photograph of the wall in Mr. Rholes’ gun vault showing the 2 empty spaces once occupied by number 84 and number 139. CONDITION: Fine. To quote Mr. Rhole’s letter, “The carbine number 139 has 25% blue on its bbl and 85% very nice blue on its receiver. The right side of the receiver has some blue worn away, (10%) leaving white metal. Bore is perfect.” Bbl and magazine show 25% blue finish. Sights are very good. 2-line Winchester bbl address is very sharp. Bbl bands are gray-brown patina with some light roughness on rear band. Bbl has light staining overall with some muzzle wear and a few very small dents and scratches. Bore is bright with very sharp rifling. Receiver retains 85% bright-blue finish with some scratches overall and a distinct saddle-ring shadow. Right sideplate and forward part of receiver has been worn to a smooth silver-gray patina, with very little roughness. This is definitely a hand carry mark. Generous traces of fire-blue remain on loading gate. Elevator is a deep mustard-brown patina with a dark oil stain at forward edge. Elevator is slightly loose. Receiver screws are unmolested. Hammer shows a generous amount of case color on both sides and on the rear surface. Front of hammer shows vivid case color. Hammer checkering is sharp. Dust cover shows 10% bright blue finish blending into a smooth plumb-brown patina. Thumb-piece checkering is sharp. Screw is unmolested. Lever also shows generous traces of case color finish in protected areas, with the balance a silver-brown patina. There is a small spot on bottom of trigger guard on lever that has been cleaned. Lower tang fits receiver perfectly. Model and SN mark is crisp and clear. Trigger is a pleasing plumb-brown patina. Stocks are very good and full-sized, with some handling marks and dents especially on right side of wrist and on bottom of buttstock. Stocks have not been cleaned. There are 2 very small holes in bottom of buttstock where a sling swivel may have been mounted. Carbine buttplate is a gray-brown patina overall, with some staining at heel and toe. Forearm is very good to fine, with only a few small dents. Fortunate will be the successful bidder for this carbine. Because it will be almost impossible to replace. This is the best First Model 1873 Carbine that Mr. Rholes found in over 50 years in the business. A real Winchester treasure. 50678-2 TEP (160,000-180,000) – Lot 4044

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4045
$0.00

EXTRAORDINARY WINCHESTER EARLY FIRST MODEL FIRST TYPE 1873 OCTAGON BARREL FULL MAGAZINE RIFLE WITH SINGLE SET TRIGGER. SERIAL NUMBER 84, ONE OF THE FINEST KNOWN TO COLLECTORS, FORMERLY IN THE COLLECTION OF TOMMY RHOLES OF TEXAS.

SN 84. Cal. 44 WCF. 24″ bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish with case color hammer and lever. Single set trigger. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent buttplate. Four piece steel cleaning rod in butt. Bbl has standard sights, rear sight is mounted in the reverse position. Early 73 Winchesters utilized Model 66 bbls, until it was determined that the rifling would not stabilize the bullet. This is one reason why very few Model 1873 rifles were shipped in the first two years of production, until the rifling problem was resolved. The 66 bbl had the rear-sight mortise centered a 1-1/4″ from front of receiver, necessitating mounting the sight in reverse. Bbl shows correct 2-line Winchester address. Early 73’s had no cal mark on the bbl or the elevator. The magazine tube cap is of the first type and is screwed into the end of magazine tube. Receiver is also of the first type, with no tang markings and a square cornered mortise for the elevator. The rear edge of magazine mortise of receiver on both sides has a distinct re-curve, which his correct. Model and SN mark on lower tang is of the first type with “Model 1873” over “84” hand engraved, rather than stamped. The dust cover is also of the first type, with 1/2″ raised oval checkered thumb-piece. Loading gate is affixed to the right sideplate with a screw mounted from the exterior, which is also a feature of an early first Model. Firing pin has a bushing, another first Model feature. There is no provision for a trigger block safety on the lower tang or on lever, which is typical for this model. Assembly no. 50 appears on left side of lower tang under stock. Assembly no. 50 is also stamped on upper tang mortise of stock and on interior toe of buttplate. Rifle has standard single set trigger. With a survival rate estimated at less than 10% for early 73 Winchesters, this rifle represents a very fine example of one of the most difficult of Winchester Model 1873s to obtain. Accompanying this rifle is a Cody Firearms Museum letter, confirming all of the features and showing shipment on January 17, 1874, order number 895. There is also a repair and return on August 12, 1888, order number 19256. No evidence remains of what that repair could have been. Also accompanying this rifle is a copy of a handwritten letter from Tommy Rholes to the consignor Mr. John Harris, dated 1/17/2011 in which he states, “I first got number 84 about 1970, and did sell it around 1975. I was able to get it back around 1977 and decided then to keep it.” Included is a photograph of the wall in Mr. Rholes’ gun vault showing the 2 empty spaces once occupied by number 84 and number 139. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl and magazine tube retain about 30% of orig blue finish that has blended overall to a pleasing smooth plumb-brown patina, with some high point wear and a few minor stains. Muzzle is sharp and un-dented. Sights are very good. Bbl address is sharp. Bore is slightly frosty with very strong rifling. Receiver retains about 80% of the orig bright-blue finish with some light scratching overall, and some roughness on the right forward bottom edge and in front of loading gate. Receiver shows striation marks through the blue. Early 73 receivers were made of forged iron and these striations show the grain of the iron. Receiver screws are unmolested. Thumbprint dust cover retains 90% bright-blue finish with some scratches that have turned plumb-brown. Screw is unmolested. Thumb piece checkering is sharp. Extractor on bolt shows generous traces of orig blue finish. Elevator is a deep mustard-brown patina with only some small scratches. Hammer has sharp checkering and shows traces of case color on both sides. Front of hammer shows vivid case color where it has been protected. Lever is a smooth gray-brown patina overall with some staining and traces of case color near the hinge. Lower tang fits receiver perfectly. Model and cal mark is very sharp and crisp. Set trigger functions perfectly. Stocks are fine, full-sized, and uncleaned, showing only very minor handling marks overall. Stocks retain nearly all of their orig oil finish. Crescent buttplate is a smooth silver-gray patina with some very slight roughness on heel. Forend cap shows 50% bright-blue finish with some scratching on bottom side. Balance is a plumb-brown patina. This is a rare opportunity for a collector of Model 1873 Winchesters to obtain one of the finest examples known to collectors, that was part of the Tommy Rholes Collection for many years, until it was transferred to his dear friend John Harris, who is a noted 1st Model 73 Collector. It is very fortunate for collectors that Mr. Harris has decided to make this gun available for the first time to the collectors fraternity. 50678-1 TEP (125,000-150,000) – Lot 4045

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4046
$0.00

RARE JOHN ULRICH ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 DELUXE LEVER ACTION “LIKE 1 OF 1000” RIFLE.

SN 335484B. Cal. 38 WCF (38-40). SN 335484. Beautiful special order rifle with 26″ oct to rnd bbl, gold washed Beech’s front sight, semi-buckhorn rear sight & Lyman tang sight with loop. Mounted with extremely beautiful 3-4X American walnut with “H” style checkered forearm & straight stock with checkered steel buttplate. Left side of lower tang under the wood is marked with assembly number “25”, which number is also found in top tang channel of buttstock & inside toe of buttplate. Forend cap & buttstock have factory sling swivels. Receiver is spectacularly engraved by John Ulrich & signed on bottom tang. Left sideplate has a large vignette of a whitetail buck & doe in a very detailed woodland scene surrounded by extremely well executed foliate arabesque patterns and wavelet border patterns. Balance of receiver has light arabesque patterns with matching border patterns and a section of heavy border pattern at top left. Right sideplate has rare vignette of a cougar in a woodland scene, surrounded by matching borders with balance of right side is a mirror image of left. There are light arabesque patterns on both sides of lever & hammer with matching patterns on dust cover & top three flats of bbl at receiver. Muzzle also has a ring of engraving & buttplate tang is engraved to match. Carrier & forend cap & bottom of lever have matching engraving & serial number is encased in a ribbon. This exact rifle has two large photographs with description on p. 158 of Winchester Engraving, Wilson. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum letter fully identifying this rifle with $15.00 engraving and originally shipped with a blank in rear seat but accompanied by a buckhorn sight. SIZE: Ex-Dr. James M. Goforth Collection; Floyd Everhart. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Bbl retains 85-90% thin orig blue with wear at muzzle and over chamber areas. Receiver retains traces of case colors in very sheltered areas, having turned silver over most areas. Hammer retains 75-80% bright case colors & lever is a silver patina. Wood is sound showing moderate to heavy wear with light handling & use marks with forearm retaining about 50% orig varnish & buttstock about all of a fine restored finish. Mechanics are fine, bright shiny bore with scattered spots of light pitting. 50832-1 (70,000-90,000) IVORY – Lot 4046

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4047
$17,250.00

EXTRAORDINARY WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL DELUXE 1873 RIFLE WITH HALF ROUND BARREL, CASE COLOR RECEIVER AND CHECKERED STOCKS.

SN 103476A. Cal. 32 WCF. 24″ half rnd bbl. Full magazine. Blue and case color finish. Receiver is of the stepped variety. Nicely figured checkered walnut stocks with crescent butt and Winchester sling eyes mounted. Bbl shows standard 2-line Winchester address, rolled in front of rear-sight with cal mark at breech. Thin blade front-sight, sporting rear-sight. Vernier tang sight with thin base Receiver is marked on the upper tang Model 1873 with finials. SN is stamped behind lever latch. Elevator is nickel plated and is marked “32 CAL”. Upper tang on left side is stamped “32”. Lower tang on left side shows assembly no. 775 with “X” “CF” “R” also stamped. Upper tang mortise of buttstock is also stamped “775” with “32” stamped on forward part of mortise. Inside toe of buttplate shows assembly no. 775 with “X” adjacent to it. Inspector mark “O” is stamped above. Being that this rifle was shipped in November 1882 and the fact that The Winchester Book (Madis) states that the “32 Caliber Rifle” was introduced by Winchester late in the year 1882, this may be one of the very first 32 Caliber Winchester Rifles produced. Trap door in buttplate is also nickel plated. Winchester sling eyes are installed on bottom of buttstock and on forend cap. Accompanying this rifle is a Cody Firearms Museum Letter dated March 16, 2015, stating rifle, half oct, plain trigger, case hardened and shipped on November 20, 1882. Order number 1046. Also included is a copy of the page from the Winchester ledger book showing the information for this rifle. PROVENANCE: The Vince Sepulveda Collection, Cody Museum Factory Letter with Factory Ledger Sheet. CONDITION: Very Fine Plus. Bbl and magazine tube retain 95-97% blue finish, with very few scratches or marks. Bbl markings are sharp. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver retains 70-75% case color overall that is vivid toward the rear portion, and slightly stained at the carry point, where it has drifted to a smooth silver patina. Tang markings are sharp. Loading gate shows a generous amount of fire-blue finish. Elevator shows nearly all of nickel finish with sharp mark. Hammer shows vivid case color overall. Bolt shows nearly all of blue finish, as does the extractor. Dust cover shows smooth silvery-gray patina with generous case color. Lever also has generous traces of case color with the balance a smooth silver-gray patina. Lever latch also shows traces of case color finish. Stocks retain nearly all the varnish finish with only slight handling marks and very sharp checkering. Stocks are full-sized. Buttplate shows 20% case color on tang with the balance a smooth silver-gray patina. Trap door shows nearly all the nickel finish with a slight scratch mark on right side. Forend cap shows 50% case color finish with the balance a smooth silver-gray patina. A beautiful Special Order Winchester Model 1873 rifle with many special features and manufactured at the very beginning of Winchester’s introduction of the 32 Caliber Rifle. 50872-6 (20,000-40,000) – Lot 4047

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4048
$0.00

FINE WINCHESTER DELUXE MODEL 1873 RIFLE WITH HALF ROUND BARREL AND BUTTON MAGAZINE.

SN 308382. Cal. 32 WCF. Special order 28″ half rnd bbl. Button magazine. Case color receiver. Checkered XX stocks with pistol grip. Bbl shows correct 2-line Winchester address rolled in front of rear sight. Cal mark on top flat at breech. Rocky mountain blade front-sight, semi buckhorn rear-sight. Receiver is of stepped variety. Upper tang is marked Model 1873 with finials. SN is stamped on bottom tang in front of lever latch. Assembly no. “2784” is stamped on side of lower left tang. “XX” behind assembly no. Elevator is marked “32 CAL”. Stock has assembly no. “2784” stamped in upper mortise. Buttplate has assembly no. “2759” stamped on inside of toe with inspector no. “O” above. Pistol grip has ebony insert. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms letter dated April 20, 1981, confirming all features of this rifle and showing shipment on September 17, 1889. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 50-60% blue that is drifting to a plumb-patina towards the muzzle, with some scratches overall. Bbl address is sharp. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Receiver retains 30-40% case color that is vivid in the protected areas around the trigger with the balance turning a smooth silver-brown patina. Dust cover retains 80% bright-blue with an unmolested screw. Receiver shows a few light scratches overall. Screws are very good, unmolested, and show some blue finish. Loading gate shows 50% fire-blue. Elevator is a mustard-yellow patina with a few small dents and clear cal mark. Hammer shows vivid case color on both sides and on front and rear face. Lever is a silver-brown patina with traces of vivid case color in protected areas. Lower tang has been sprung slightly downward, easily remedied. Tang markings are sharp. Stocks are very good and retain most of the varnish finish with some light marks overall. Buttstock has a repair at heel on left side. Checkering is sharp with some scattered dents. Buttplate is a silver-gray patina with traces of case color overall. Forend cap shows a hint of case color. 50506-2 TEP (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4048

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4049
$17,250.00

WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1873 DELUXE RIFLE WITH HALF ROUND BARREL, BUTTON MAGAZINE, AND CRESCENT BUTTPLATE.

SN 107940. Cal. 38 WCF. 24″ half rnd bbl. Button magazine. Receiver is of stepped variety. Nicely figured American walnut stocks with checkered pistol grip and forearm. Crescent buttplate. Bbl with correct 2-line address. Cal marking on top flat at breech. German silver front-sight, semi buckhorn rear-sight. Receiver shows Model 1873 with finials on upper tang. SN is stamped on lower tang behind lever latch. There is an “A” stamped under SN. Assembly no. “4567” is stamped on left side of tang under stock. Tang is also marked “XX” and “R”. Upper tang mortise of buttstock also shows assembly no. “4567” with “38” stamped in front. Buttplate has “4567” stamped on inside of toe with “O” inspector mark above. “RH” is stamped in stock under tang of buttplate. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum letter dated August 24, 1981 confirming all features of this rifle and showing shipment on April 7, 1883. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 70% blue finish, that is drifting to a plumb-brown patina with some slight scratches. Bbl marks are sharp. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver retains 80% case color that is vivid in protected areas, with a few light scratches. Tang marks are sharp. Dust cover shows 50% blue, blending to a plumb-brown patina. Loading gate shows a considerable amount of fire-blue. Elevator is a mottled mustard-brown patina with a clear mark. Hammer shows 90% case color on both sides and rear, with some slight scratch marks on side with sharp checkering. Lever shows generous amounts of color especially towards hinge. Stocks are fine and retain nearly all the varnish finish, with some light handling marks overall. Checkering is sharp. Buttplate shows 20% case color on tang, with the balance a silver-gray patina and slight roughness at the heel. Forend cap shows 20% case color that is blending to a smooth silver-gray patina. 50506-3 TEP (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4049

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4050
$17,250.00

EXTREMELY RARE WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 DELUXE SMALL BORE LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 278359. Cal. 22 Long. Extremely rare small bore deluxe ’73 with 24-1/4″ oct-rnd bbl, full magazine, Lyman “certifiable antique ivory” bead hunting front sight and flat top rear sight. Frame is case colored and sideplates are factory nickeled. Mounted with checkered burled American walnut with pistol grip and crescent shaped steel buttplate and matching checkered forend. Left side of lower tang, under the wood is marked with the assembly no. “2007” & “XXX, matching assembly number is also found in top tang channel of buttstock. Inside magazine tube is orig. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum Records Office search form which confirms this rifle in Cal. 22 long with 1/2 oct bbl, plain trigger, checkered stock with pistol grip, frames sideplate nickeled. Received in warehouse August 25, 1888 and shipped from warehouse two days later on August 27,1888 to order no. 11357. It is difficult to find any early 22 Cal. Winchester in high condition, much less a rare deluxe gun such as this. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine, all matching. Bbl and magazine tube retain 95%+ orig blue though thinning with a few scattered cosmetic spots and blemishes. Frame, hammer,lever and nosecap retain about 60-80% muted and bright case colors with balance grey/brown with scattered areas of pitting. Sideplates retain 95%+ orig factory nickel with freckling and scuffing especially on right side. Buttplate retains about 80% of its dark muted colors with staining and light pitting at heel. Stocks are sound, well fit with good color retaining much of their orig bright finish, with diamond point wear and a small sliver of putty repairing chip at horn inset at pistol grip. Wood has a few light nicks and scratches. Mechanics are crisp, well defined bore. 50506-8 JS (20,000-30,000) IVORY – Lot 4050

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4051
$14,375.00

RARE WINCHESTER 3RD MODEL 1873 SEMI DELUXE RIFLE WITH PLAIN PISTOL GRIP IN .22 LONG.

SN 314684. Cal. 22 LONG. 24″ bbl. Full magazine. Rocky mountain front-sight. Semi buckhorn rear-sight. Bbl has 2-line Winchester address with cal mark at breech. Receiver is of the stepped variety. Upper tang is marked Model 1873 with finials. Elevator has cal mark. Lower tang has SN stamped behind lever latch. Assembly no. “2877” is stamped on left side of lower tang in very small numbers and to the rear is stamped “11” and “CF”. Upper tang mortise in butt-stock also shows assembly no. “2877”, as does inside of toe of buttplate. Accompanied a Colt Cody Firearms Museum Letter dated June 23, 2011, which says “fancy pistol grip”, with no mention of checkering. Other features are confirmed and shows shipment on October 26, 1889. Order number 4445. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl and magazine tube retain 20-30% blue finish overall, drifting to a plumb-brown patina with high point wear and some scratching at muzzle. Bbl marks are clear and sharp. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver retains 60% blue finish that has drifted to a plumb-brown patina. Receiver markings are sharp. Elevator is a dark mustard-brown patina with a few dents and a sharp mark. Hammer shows a generous amount of case color on both sides and on rear. Checkering is sharp. Lever is a smooth gray brown patina, with traces of case color at hinge. Stocks are very good, full-sized, with most of the varnish finish and handling marks overall. There are some dark stains at wrist and toe of butt-stock. Buttplate shows a silver-brown patina with some roughness at heel and toe. Forend cap shows 20% blue finish with some scratching. 50506-9 TEP (17,500-27,500) – Lot 4051

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4052
$17,250.00

VERY RARE SPECIAL ORDER DELUXE WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 284693. Cal. 32 WCF (32-20). Rare & unusual ’73 with 30″ full matted oct bbl, full magazine, German silver Rocky Mountain front sight, Lyman 6A 2-leaf folding rear sight and a Lyman tang sight with disc. Mounted with very highly figured, center crotch, flame grain American walnut with H-style checkered forearm and black insert serpentine pistol grip stock that has crescent buttplate without trap. Left side of lower tang, under the wood, is marked with assembly number “2310”, “XXX” and “32”. Matching assembly number is also found in top tang channel of the buttstock. Buttplate is without assembly number, however there is little doubt that it is orig to this rifle. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum letter which identifies this rifle, as found, with 30″ oct matted bbl, case hardened, plain trigger, checkered stock with pistol grip-extra deep and Lyman front & rear sights, received in warehouse Dec. 1, 1888 and shipped same day to Order #14912. PROVENANCE: Ex-Wes Adams Estate Collection. CONDITION: About fine. Bbl retains about 85% thinning orig blue with a couple of minor nicks and a few scattered small spots of pin prick rust; magazine tube retains 30-40% blue in sheltered areas showing a gray metal patina on outer radius with rust spotting near the muzzle end; receiver & sideplates retain 65-70% fading but strong case colors on sides & top with bottom edge mostly turned silver; hammer retains strong case colors and the lever faded case colors on sides turned silvery brown patina on outer faces; buttplate is faded to silver. Wood is sound with light nicks, dings & scratches and a couple of small bruises in the forearm checkering, showing moderate wear on the checkering with the buttstock retaining about 90% orig piano varnish finish and the forearm about 70% orig piano varnish finish. Mechanics are fine, strong bright bore. 50320-3 (17,500-22,500) – Lot 4052

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4053
$11,500.00

EXTRAORDINARY AND RARE WINCHESTER DELUXE THIRD MODEL 1873 RIFLE WITH 20″ HALF ROUND HALF OCTAGON BARREL, CASED COLOR RECEIVER AND GOLD TRIM.

SN 252827. Cal. 38 WCF. 20″ half rnd half oct bbl. Full magazine. Blue and case color finish with gold trim. Highly figured American walnut stocks with checkered pistol grip and forend. Butt of pistol grip has ebony insert. Bbl has been rolled with 2-line Winchester address in front of rear-sight with cal mark at breech end. Front sight is notched at rear. Sporting rear-sight. Receiver has Model 1873 with finials marked on upper tang. SN is marked on lower tang behind lever latch. Elevator is marked “38 CAL”. Left side of lower tang shows assembly no. “1149” with “CF” stamped to rear. Upper tang mortise of buttstock shows assembly no. “1183” and a “P” at forward end of mortise. Buttplate is not marked. Accompanying this rifle is a Cody Firearms Museum Letter dated November 8, 1996, which states rifle 44 cal, half oct, 20″ bbl, plain trigger, checkered stock, pistol grip, case hardened. Shipment was on December 13, 1887. Work order number 809. Letter also states returned and repaired on Jan 16, 1888. “Gold trims”, order 3317. Caliber likely changed to .38 WCF as well. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 20% blue finish, drifting to a plumb-brown patina with light mars and scratches overall. Magazine tube is also a plumb-brown patina with some blue showing in protected areas. Bbl markings are sharp. Bore is bright with strong rifling, with only a little frostiness. Receiver shows 50-60% case color finish, that is somewhat silvered out overall, with vivid color around the hammer on the upper tang and on lower tang. Receiver has some light scratches overall. Dust cover shows 50% blue finish with some light scratches. Loading gate shows a generous amount of fire-blue. Elevator is a mustard-yellow patina with clear cal mark. Firing pin shows a generous amount of blue finish. Hammer shows vivid case color on both sides and rear. Checkering is sharp. Lever shows muted case color overall that is vivid near hinge. Lever latch shows a generous amount of case color. Trigger shows nearly all of gold plated finish. Stocks are very good with considerable varnish finish and handling marks overall, especially on left side of buttstock. Buttstock shows a minuscule amount of fill at rear of each tang. Checkering is somewhat smooth with some light dents on left side of pistol grip. Buttplate retains 50% thinning gold finish with slight erosion at heel. Trap door shows almost all of gold plate finish. Forend cap shows almost all of thinning gold finish, as does the magazine hanger. An extremely rare and seldom, if ever seen, variation of a Winchester Model 1873 rifle, with finish features confirmed by the factory record. 50506-22 TEP (15,000-25,000) – Lot 4053

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4054
$27,600.00

EXTREMELY RARE AND DESIRABLE WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1873 DELUXE RIFLE WITH 36″ BARREL, FULL MAGAZINE, CASE COLORED RECEIVER, SET TRIGGER, CHECKERED HIGHLY FIGURED AMERICAN STOCKS WITH CRESCENT BUTTPLATE.

SN 424364. Cal. 32 WCF. 36″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Blue and case color finish. Lyman sights. Set trigger. Receiver is of stepped variety. Fancy checkered American walnut stocks with pistol grip and ebony insert. Crescent buttplate. Bbl shows standard 2-line Winchester address with cal mark at breech-end. Lyman front-sight, sporting rear-sight, and Lyman tang sight. Receiver has SN stamped on lower tang behind lever latch. Tang sight was not removed. Top tang screw is marred and prevents stock removal. Tang sight was not removed. Elevator is marked “32 CAL”. Inside toe of buttplate has assembly no. “722” with inspector “O” stamped above. Accompanying this rifle is a Cody Firearms Museum Letter dated October 23, 1997, confirming cal, bbl length, set trigger, checkered stock, pistol grip, Lyman sights, and case hardened receiver. Letter shows shipment on October 27, 1892. Order number 8487. Also included is a copy of a page from an auction catalog when this rifle was sold in 1997, and a page from the Winchester Ledger Book listing this rifle. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube show a plumb-brown finish overall, with some dark stains and a couple of small scratches. Bbl markings are sharp. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Receiver has a silver-gray patina overall with some traces of case color and some slight staining. SN mark is sharp. Elevator shows a deep plumb-brown patina and clear SN mark with some light scratching. Hammer shows some traces of case color on back side, with the balance a smooth brown patina. Lever also shows a smooth brown-patina. Set trigger needs adjustment. Set trigger screw is broken. Lyman tang sight is good. Stocks are very good, full-sized, with nice figure on both sides and appear orig to this rifle. Buttplate fits with proud wood on all sides. Stocks retain a considerable amount of varnish finish with handling marks and dents overall. Checkering is slightly worn at pistol grip and well worn at forend. Buttplate is a smooth gray-brown patina with slight roughness at heel. Forend cap is a smooth gray-brown patina. 50506-27 TEP (15,000-25,000) – Lot 4054

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4055
$9,200.00

RARE AND DESIRABLE WINCHESTER FIRST MODEL 1873 RIFLE WITH 30″ OCTAGON BARREL AND SINGLE SET TRIGGER.

SN 23422. Cal. 44 WCF. 30″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt. Bbl shows correct 2-line Winchester address rolled in front of rear-sight. German silver blade front-sight and sporting rear-sight. Magazine hanger mortise measures 3-3/4″ of the muzzle. Receiver is of the first model type with dust cover riding in mortise. No guide rail. Dust cover has checkered 5/8″ oval thumbprint. Left side of lower tang shows assembly no. “1805”. Upper tang mortise of buttstock also shows assembly no. “1805” as does inside toe of buttplate. Accompanying this rifle is a Cody Firearms Records office Letter dated August 5, 2016, confirming the bbl length, and the set trigger and showing shipment on October 9, 1876. Order number 7310. CONDITION: Fine, for this model. Bbl and magazine tube shows 50-60% blue finish, blending with a smooth plumb-brown patina with some high point and muzzle wear. Bbl address is sharp. Bore is dark with strong rifling. Receiver shows 40% blue finish overall, blending with a smooth brown patina. Left sideplate has some touch up on rear portion. Receiver shows striation marks and light scratching overall. Dust cover shows traces of blue with the balance a smooth plumb-brown patina. Checkering is sharp. Loading gate shows generous traces of blue. Elevator is a mottled mustard-brown patina. Tang marks are sharp. Lower tang slightly over-hangs receiver. Set trigger functions. Hammer shows generous traces of case color with balance a plumb-brown patina, with a slight scratch on right side. Lever is also a smooth gray-brown patina with some staining. Stocks are very good, slightly under-sized and show and old varnish finish with only minuscule handling marks. Buttplate is a mottled brown patina with some roughness at heel. Forend cap shows 30% blue blending with a plumb-brown patina. 50506-1 TEP (12,500-17,500) – Lot 4055

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4056
$10,350.00

VERY FINE WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL DELUXE 1873 RIFLE.

SN 248861. Cal. 32 WCF. Special order 26″ half rnd bbl. Blue and case color finish. Crotch grain American walnut stocks with checkered pistol grip and forend. Bbl shows 2-line Winchester address with cal mark on top flat near breech. Rocky mountain blade front-sight, semi buckhorn rear-sight. Receiver is of the stepped variety. SN is stamped on lower tang behind lever latch. Left side of lower tang shows assembly no. 636 in front of “XX” “32” “S”. Gun metal elevator shows “32 CAL”. Upper tang mortise of buttstock shows assembly no. “3183”. Buttplate shows assembly no. 3183 written in pencil down the inside surface of butt. This rifle is accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum letter confirming all features, with the exception of the XX grade of wood. CONDITION: Bbl retains 40% dull blue finish, blending with a smooth plumb-brown patina ,small pit marks about 6″ back from the muzzle. Bbl markings are clear. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Frame retains 20-30% muted case color with most of finish on sideplates. Balance has turned a dark silver-gray patina overall. Loading gate shows traces of blue. Elevator is a mottled mustard-brown patina. Screws are very good. Hammer shows traces of case color, with the balance a smooth gray-brown patina. Tang marking is sharp. Lever shows a smooth gray-brown patina with a hint of case color near hinge. Stocks are very good with some light scratches overall under a varnish finish. Checkering is sharp. Stocks are slightly under-sized. Stocks are orig Winchester manufacturer, but are from another rifle. Buttplate has a silver-gray patina overall. Forend cap is a silver-gray patina with a hint of case color. Magazine cap is a smooth plumb-brown patina. 50506-4 TEP (12,500-17,500) – Lot 4056

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4057
$13,972.50

RARE WINCHESTER FIRST MODEL 1873 DELUXE RIFLE WITH HALF ROUND HALF OCTAGON BARREL, BUTTON MAGAZINE AND CRESCENT BUTTPLATE.

SN NSN. Cal. 44 WCF. 24″ half rnd half oct bbl. Blue and case color finish. Nicely figured checkered American walnut stocks. Bbl shows correct 2-line Winchester address rolled in front of rear-sight. Blade front-sight, sporting rear-sight. Receiver is of the first model type with dust cover sliding in a mortise. Dust cover has 5/8″ oval, fine checkered thumbprint. Upper tang of receiver is marked Model 1873 without finials. Lower tang is not marked. Buttstock has assembly no. “722” stamped in upper tang mortise, which also appears on inside toe of buttplate. 4-pc steel cleaning rod in butt. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl retains 20% blue finish, blending to a plumb-brown patina with high point and muzzle wear, and light scratches overall. Bbl address is sharp. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Receiver shows generous traces of case color overall, especially near the hammer, with balance a smooth plumb-brown patina. Dust cover has a mottled silver-blue patina with sharp checkering. Loading gate shows a generous amount of fire-blue finish. Elevator is a mustard-yellow patina with some light scratches. Tang mark is clear. Lower tang is a replacement without provision for a trigger block safety. Lower tang shows traces of case color. Lever has a provision for a trigger block safety. Lever may also be a replacement. Hammer shows generous amount of case color overall, as does lever. Stocks are very good with sharp checkering. Buttstock is slightly under-sized and shows an old varnish finish with light handling marks overall. Forestock is full-sized with sharp checkering, handling marks, and a chip missing on forward left side. Buttplate is a silver-gray patina with brown stains and some traces of case color. Forend cap shows a generous amount of muted case color. An attractive old First Model 1873 Winchester rifle in a rare configuration with a period repair. 51033-38 (14,000-22,000) – Lot 4057

4058
$11,500.00

FINE WINCHESTER SECOND MODEL DELUXE 1873 RIFLE WITH OCTAGON BARREL, BUTTON MAGAZINE, CASE COLOR RECEIVER AND NICELY FIGURED CHECKERED AMERICAN WALNUT STRAIGHT GRIP STOCKS.

SN 70938. Cal. 44 WCF. 24″ oct bbl. Button magazine. 2-line Winchester address is rolled in front of rear-sight. No cal mark. German silver blade front-sight. Semi buckhorn rear-sight. Receiver is of the 2nd model type with screwed-in rail on top. Upper tang is marked Model 1873. Lower tang has SN engraved behind lever latch. Assembly no. “1489” is stamped on left side of lower tang with “CF” to front. Elevator is not marked. Trigger pin is exposed. Upper tang mortise of buttstock is not marked. Assembly no. “1489” is stamped on inside toe of buttplate with inspector mark “O” above. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl shows 20% blue, blending with a smooth plumb-brown patina with high point wear. Bbl mark is sharp. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Receiver retains 30-40% of somewhat muted case color that is vivid near trigger, with the balance turning a smooth silver-gray patina. Dust cover is a silver-gray patina with a replaced screw. Lever screw has slot widened and may be a replacement. Loading gate shows traces of fire-blue. Elevator is a mottled mustard-brown patina with a few slight dents. Hammer shows generous traces of case color overall. Vivid on right side. Lever also shows generous traces of case color overall, vivid near the hinge. Receiver markings are sharp. Stocks are professional replacements and retain nearly all their varnish finish, with sharp checkering, and only minuscule handling marks overall. Buttplate retains 80% case color finish with some light scratches and wear on heel and toe. Forend cap shows generous traces of case color finish, as does the magazine end cap. A very attractive Winchester Second Model 1873 rifle in a rare configuration and desirable cal. 51033-37 TEP (10,000-15,000) – Lot 4058

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4059
$10,925.00

WINCHESTER FIRST MODEL 1873 OCTAGON BARREL, FULL MAGAZINE RIFLE WITH CRESCENT BUTT.

SN 13904. Cal. 44 WCF. 24″ bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt. Bbl shows correct 2-line Winchester address rolled in front of rear-sight. No cal mark. German silver front-sight. Semi buckhorn rear-sight. Magazine has screw-in end plug. Receiver is of the First Model type with dust cover riding in a mortise. Dust cover has correct 5/8″ long oval thumbprint. Upper tang is marked Model 1873 without finials. SN is stamped on lower tang behind lever latch. Assembly no. “1780” is stamped on left tang, upper tang mortise of buttstock and inside toe of buttplate. Accompanied by a Cody Records Office Letter dated April 27, 2016, confirming features and showing shipment on October 12, 1876. Order number 7349. CONDITION: Very good to fine, for this model. Bbl and magazine tube show 20% blue finish, that is strong in protected areas and has drifted to a smooth plumb-brown patina overall with some slight scratching. Bbl address is sharp. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Receiver retains 50% bright-blue finish, drifting to a smooth plumb-brown patina with striation marks and a few light scratches overall. Dust cover retains 60% blue finish with sharp checkering. Loading gate retains a generous amount of fire-blue finish. Elevator is a deep mottled mustard-brown patina with a few light scratches. Hammer shows generous traces of case color with sharp checkering. Lever is a smooth gray-brown patina overall. Lever latch is stuck, easily remedied. Tang marks are sharp. Stocks are very good and show a light cleaning with handling marks overall. Buttplate is a silver-gray brown patina with some roughness at heel of toe. Forend cap shows traces of blue finish. 50506-6 TEP (9,000-15,000) – Lot 4059

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4060
$11,500.00

VERY RARE AND DESIRABLE FIRST MODEL FACTORY ENGRAVED 1873 WINCHESTER WITH 30″ OCTAGON BARREL.

SN 4415. Cal. 44 WCF. 30″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Blue and case color finish. Set trigger. Factory engraved. Checkered XXX stocks with crescent butt. Sling swivels attached. Receiver is factory engraved with $1.00 engraving which is very sparse. Sides of receiver and sideplates show minimal scroll work on front center and rear portions. Top of receiver has scroll accents at forward end and around screw in front of hammer. Dust cover has scroll accent to rear of thumbprint. Bottom of receiver has scroll accent behind elevator and in front of lower tang screw. Bbl shows correct 2-line Winchester address rolled in front of rear-sight. No cal mark. German silver blade front-sight sporting rear-sight. Upper tang of receiver is marked Model 1873 with no finials. Lower tang has SN engraved behind lever latch. Lower tang shows no trace of assembly no. Neither does the upper tang mortise of buttstock or inside toe of buttplate. Sling swivels are attached on lower butt and forend cap. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum Letter dated May 6, 2011, showing rifle, 30″ oct bbl, set trigger, XXX checkered stocks, case color finish, and $1.00 engraving. Letter shows shipment on June 21, 1875. Order number 3391. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube show an even mottled plumb-brown patina overall, with some high point and muzzle wear. Bbl mark is sharp. Bore is dark with visible rifling and has a ring about 6″ from muzzle. Receiver is a dark blue-brown patina overall with traces of case color around both sideplates. Engraving is sharp. Dust cover is also a smooth plumb patina with a replaced screw. Loading gate shows traces of fire-blue finish. Elevator has a deep mustard-brown patina with a slight dent and a few scratches overall. Hammer is a smooth brown patina with a hint of case color on front face. Checkering is sharp. Lower tang fits receiver perfectly. Lever is also a smooth gray-brown patina overall. Set trigger functions. Upper tang mark is sharp. Lower tang has a professionally accomplished repair where it was broken at lever latch. SN is slightly washed out. Stocks are good to very good. Buttstock has an old repair at wrist. Break is at same point as break on lower tang and happened at the same time. Repair is reinforced on both sides with screwed-in brass plates. Stocks show a dark brown oil finish overall with numerous scratches and dents. Forestock is missing a chip on rear left side next to receiver. Checkering at wrist is good. Checkering on forend is worn but visible. Buttplate is a smooth gray-brown patina with some cleaning marks and a slight hint of case color on upper tang with a few pits on right side near heel. Sling swivel in butt is of a Winchester type, but was installed at a date later than the manufacturer of the rifle. Forend cap has a non-factory sling swivel attached and appears to be a replacement, with traces of blue finish and some pitting. Magazine hanger has been polished to a white metal finish. 50506-18 TEP (9,000-12,000) – Lot 4060

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4061
$11,500.00

VERY RARE WINCHESTER 1873 DELUXE WITH MATTED BARREL.

SN 224136. Cal. 38-40. 24″ 1/2 round-1/2 oct matted bbl, full mag, unique front sight, no rear seat. The top of bbl is finely matted, usual markings on oct portion, left flat adjacent receiver has Winchester proof mark and “38 W.C.F.” Winchester proof mark can also be found top center of receiver. Standard 3rd model receiver with 4″ peep sight on top tang. Mounted with “XXX” walnut, checkered pistol grip, Winchester hard rubber gripcap, crescent steel buttplate with trap door, “H” checkered forend with nosecap. Accompanied with Cody Firearms Museum Winchester letter identifying as 38 cal rifle, 1/2 oct bbl, plain trigger, checkerd stock with pistol grip, matted bbl, case hardened, no slot for rear sight, received in warehouse January 11, 1887, shipped from warehouse January 12, 1887 on Order No. 13723. Repair and return on November 24, 1906 on Order No. 9947, repair and return on August 24, 1915 on Order No. 68398. Inspection of lower tang finds assembly No. 1471XXX38. On back of buttstock is 1837, no No. was found on buttplate. PROVENANCE: Ex-Herbert G. Wellington Jr. Estate. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and mag tube retain a gray finish mixing with some brown spots of patina, usual light nicks & scratches. Receiver has traces of silver hardening mostly in protected areas blending with a gray patina. Stock is sound with nicks & scratches, hairline crack behind top tang, slightly flat checkering, some minor dents and retains a cleaned open grain oil finish. Forend is sound with about a 2″ hairline crack from nosecap, slightly flat checkering, usual minor nicks & dings, and retains a cleaned open grain oil finish blending with hand worn patina. Mechanics are good, bore with strong rifling and some scattered shallow pits. 50320-2 (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4061

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4062
$8,625.00

VERY FINE WINCHESTER SECOND MODEL 1873 RIFLE.

SN 85882. Cal. 44 WCF. 24″ oct bbl. Button magazine. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt. Bbl shows correct 2-line Winchester address. No cal mark. German silver blade front-sight. Semi buckhorn rear-sight. Receiver has guide rail for dust cover attached with a screw, with exposed trigger pin. Upper tang is marked Model 1873 with no finials. SN is stamped on lower tang behind lever latch. Assembly no. “1443” is stamped on left side of lower tang and in upper tang mortise of buttstock and inside toe of buttplate. Accompanying this rifle is a Cody Firearms Museum Letter confirming features and showing shipment on March 2, 1882. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 80% blue finish with high point wear and some light scratches. Bbl address is sharp. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Receiver retains 80% bright blue overall with some light scratch marks. Dust cover retains 90% bright-blue. Loading gate shows traces of fire-blue. Elevator is a deep mustard-brown patina. Hammer shows generous traces of case color. Hammer does not stay on full cock, which can be repaired. Lever also shows a considerable amount of case color, blending to a silver-gray patina with some roughness on rear outside of lever. Receiver markings are clear and sharp. Lever latch spring is broken. Stocks are very good, full-sized, and retain oil finish overall with some light handling marks. Buttplate shows a generous amount of case color, especially on the tang. Forend cap shows 90% blue finish. 50506-16 TEP (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4062

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4063
$6,900.00

DESIRABLE WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1873 RIFLE IN .22 SHORT CALIBER.

SN 308594B. Cal. 22 SH. 26″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Beach’s combination front-sight. Blue finish. Receiver is of stepped variety. Marbles tang sight. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent buttplate. Bbl shows correct 2-line Winchester address rolled in front of rear-sight with cal mark on top flat next to receiver. SN is stamped on lower tang behind lever latch. Tang sight is marked “Marble Gladstone, Mich.”. Accompanied by a Cody Museum Letter dated November 17, 1998 confirming features and showing shipment on January 16, 1890. Order number 8236. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl shows 20% blue finish, that has drifted to a smooth plumb-brown patina, with some scratches and high point wear. Bbl markings are sharp. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver retains 20-30% bright blue, with the balance turning a smooth plumb-brown patina with some light scratches overall. Dust cover shows 20% blue blending with a plumb-brown patina. Elevator has been polished bright and retains a clear mark. Hammer shows generous traces of case color with sharp checkering. Lever is a smooth gray-brown patina with traces of case color at hinge. SN is sharp. Stocks are very good, full-sized, and show an old coat of varnish over some slight handling marks, especially on forend. Buttplate is a smooth gray-brown patina with some roughness on heel. Forend cap is also a smooth gray-brown patina. 50506-7 TEP (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4063

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4064
$5,750.00

WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1873 OCTAGON BARREL, FULL MAGAZINE RIFLE WITH CRESCENT BUTT.

SN 278683B. Cal. 38 WCF. 24″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Receiver is of the stepped variety. Straight grain American walnut stocks with steel crescent buttplate and steel forend cap. No assembly nos. were found, which is common for a standard rifle. Accompanied by a Cody record department letter April 27, 2016, confirming features and showing shipment on October 29, 1888, order number 14514. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl and magazine tube show 50% blue finish, blending into a plumb-brown patina, with some slight roughness at muzzle. Bbl markings are sharp. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver retains 80% blue finish overall with some minor scratching. Tang marks are sharp. Dust cover retains 90% blue finish with unmolested screw. Loading gate shows a considerable amount of fire-blue. Elevator shows a mustard-yellow patina with a sharp mark and a couple of scratches. Hammer shows 50% case color that is vivid on the front face. Checkering is sharp. Bolt shows traces of orig blue. Lever shows generous traces of case color with the balance a silver-brown patina. Stocks are fine and retain nearly all the orig varnish finish. Minor handling marks overall. Buttplate shows traces of case color blending with silver patina and has some roughness at the heel and on the rear face and toe. Screws are good. Forend cap shows 60% blue finish with some scratching and good screws. A wonderfully preserved Model 1873 rifle in way above average condition. 50506-5 TEP (7,000-10,000) – Lot 4064

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4065
$5,175.00

WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1873 RIFLE WITH HALF ROUND HALF OCT BARREL, BUTTON MAGAZINE, AND CRESCENT BUTT.

SN 190707B. Cal. 38 WCF. 24″ half rnd half oct bbl. Blue finish. Button magazine. Receiver is of stepped variety. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent buttplate. Bbl shows correct 2-line Winchester address rolled in front-sight. Cal mark at breech-end. German silver blade front-sight. Semi buckhorn rear-sight. Upper tang of receiver is stamped Model 1873 with finials. SN is stamped on lower tang behind latch. Elevator is marked “38 CAL”. No assembly nos. were observed. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum Letter dated June 11, 1984, confirming features and showing delivery on November 5, 1885. CONDITION: Very good. BBl shows 20-30% blue finish, blending with a smooth plumb-brown patina. Muzzle shows cleaning in front of front-sight that has turned a gray-brown patina. Bbl markings are sharp. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver shows 50-60% blue finish, turning plumb-brown toward the forward end, with light scratching overall. Dust cover shows 20% blue. Loading gate shows traces of fire-blue. Elevator is a mottled mustard-brown patina with a sharp mark. All receiver marks are sharp. Hammer shows traces of case color on both sides with vivid color on front and back. Lever is a smooth silver-gray patina with a hint of case color. Stocks are very good, full-size, and show most of varnish finish, with only slight handling marks overall. Buttplate is a silver gray patina with some light cleaning marks. Forend cap shows traces of blue with balance a plumb-brown patina. A very nice condition Special Order Third Model Winchester 1873 rifle. 50506-15 TEP (6,000-10,000) – Lot 4065

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4066
$8,050.00

*EXTREMELY RARE POSSIBLY ONE OF A KIND SPECIAL ORDER WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1873 SHORT RIFLE WITH 16″ OCTAGON BARREL IN FULL NICKEL FINISH.

SN 683444B. Cal. 44 WCF. 16″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Full nickel finish. Receiver is of stepped variety. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt. Bbl shows correct 2-line Winchester address, rolled on left upper flat in front of rear-sight with cal mark on same flat at breech. A “WP” proof in a circle is stamped on top flat at breech-end. Blade front-sight. Buck horn rear sight. Receiver shows Model 1873 over Winchester over trademark on upper tang. SN is stamped on lower tang behind lever. There is a “WP” proof in a circle on forward top edge of receiver. Elevator is marked “44 CAL”. No assembly nos. observed. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum Letter dated May 8, 2002, which states rifle, 44 cal, 16″ oct bbl, export number 1.0227, full nickel finish, “D.M.B.”, charged to Market and Schaefer and Co. New York”, and showing shipment November 19, 1912. Order number 482369. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl retains 20-30% nickel finish, with the balance a silver-gray patina, with some roughness at muzzle. Bbl marks are sharp. Bore is frosty with visible rifling. Magazine tube is a smooth silver gray patina overall, with a slight trace of nickel near forend cap. Receiver retains 20-30% nickel finish with the balance a silver-gray patina with some light cleaning marks, dents, and scratches overall. Tang markings are sharp and clear. Elevator shows 50% nickel finish and is badly battered over cal mark. Stocks are very good, have been lightly cleaned, and are slightly under-sized. Hammer retains a considerable amount of nickel finish with sharp checkering. Lever also contains generous cases of nickel finish. Stocks shows handling marks overall with some black stains at forward end of forearm. Buttplate and trap door retain 30-40% nickel finish with some roughness and scratches. Forend cap retains 20% nickel finish with balance a smooth gray brown patina. 50506-20 TEP (6,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 4066

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4067
$10,350.00

RARE AND DESIRABLE WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1873 RIFLE WITH 32″ OCTAGON BARREL, RECEIVER TANG SIGHT AND CRESCENT BUTTPLATE.

SN 288634B. Cal. 32 WCF. 32″ oct bbl. Blue finish. Full magazine with 2 hangers. Beach’s combination front-sight. Semi buckhorn rear-sight. Bbl has 2-line Winchester address and cal mark at breech-end. Receiver is of the stepped variety with SN stamped on lower tang behind lever latch. Upper tang is marked Model 1873 with finials. Elevator is marked “32 CAL”. Tang sight is of the thick base type with a long staff. Sight spring is stamped “73” on bottom surface. Accompanying this rifle is a Cody Firearms Museum Letter dated March 22, 1982, confirming cal and bbl length and showing shipment on February 9, 1889. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 20-30% blue with high point and muzzle wear and some staining along the top flat. Bbl address is sharp. Bore is frosty with visible rifling. Magazine tube is a plumb-blue-brown patina with blue in protected areas. Receiver retains 80% blue finish overall with high point wear and small scratches overall. Dust cover also retains 80% blue finish. Receiver screws are unmarred. Loading gate shows a generous amount of fire-blue finish. Elevator is a deep mustard-brown patina with sharp mark. Hammer shows vivid case color overall with some scratching on left side. Checkering is sharp. Lever is a gray-brown patina with traces of case color in protected areas. Tang markings are sharp and clear. Tang sight is fine and shows nearly all the blue finish. Staff has pad installed on top, to prevent stock damage. Stocks are fine, full-sized and retain nearly all of varnish finish, with slight handling marks overall. Buttplate is a gray-brown patina with some roughness at heel. Forend cap is also a plumb-brown patina with traces of blue. Slight wear-mark on right side. 50506-25 TEP (6,000-10,000) – Lot 4067

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4068
$12,650.00

EXTREMELY RARE AND DESIRABLE WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1873 RIFLE WITH 34″ OCTAGON BARREL AND SET TRIGGER.

SN 427828B. Cal. 32 WCF. 34″ oct bbl. Full magazine with 2 hangers. Blue finish. Blade front-sight with ivory bead. Semi buckhorn rear-sight. Receiver is of the stepped variety. Upper tang is marked Model 1873. Lower tang has SN stamped behind lever latch. Elevator has cal mark stamped. Tang sight is not marked. Accompanied by a letter from Cody Records Office dated April 7, 2014, confirming cal, bbl length, and set trigger and showing shipment on December 10, 1892. Order number 11328. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube show traces of blue finish overall, blending into a plumb-brown patina with high point wear and a few small dents. Bbl address is sharp. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Receiver is an even plumb-brown patina overall with traces of blue in protected areas. Tang markings are sharp. Dust cover is also a smooth plumb-brown patina. Elevator is a mottled mustard-brown patina. Cal mark is worn but visible. Set trigger functions. Lower tang overhangs receiver very slightly. SN is sharp. Rear-sight is also a plumb-brown patina. Hammer and lever are both an even plumb brown patina overall. Stocks are very good, full-sized, and show handling marks and dents overall. Buttstock has small chip out of toe and some dark oil stands at wrist. Buttplate is a mottled brown patina. Forend cap also is mottled brown patina with traces of blue and some scratching on left side. 50506-26 TEP (6,000-10,000) IVORY – Lot 4068

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4069
$4,255.00

WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1873 OCTAGON BARREL FULL MAGAZINE RIFLE WITH CRESCENT BUTT.

SN 444668B. Cal. 44 WCF. 24″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Barrel has 2-line Winchester Address rolled in front of rear sight. Cal. mark at breech end. No. 4 blade front-sight. Semi buckhorn rear-sight. Receiver is marked Model 1873 on upper tang. SN is stamped on lower tang behind lever latch. Elevator is marked “44 CAL”. No assembly nos. were seen. 4-pc steel cleaning rod in butt. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine show a even plumb-brown patina with generous traces of blue in protected areas and some spotting on top flat. Bbl marks are sharp. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Receiver retains 20% blue finish, blending with a plumb-brown patina and only a few scratch marks. Dust cover is a smooth silver-gray patina. Loading gate shows traces of blue. Elevator is a mustard-yellow patina with a sharp mark. Receiver marks are sharp. Hammer shows a generous amount of case color with vivid color on front face. Lever is a silver-gray patina with a hint of color on hinge. Stocks are fine, full-sized, and show only minor handling marks overall, with no signs of cleaning. Buttplate is a silver-gray patina with slight roughness at heel and toe. Forend cap is a plumb-brown patina with traces of blue. A very nice example of a standard Winchester Third Model 1873 rifle in a popular configuration and cal in above average condition. 51033-15 TEP (6,000-8,000) – Lot 4069

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4070
$0.00

WINCHESTER SECOND MODEL 1873 OCTAGON BARREL FULL MAGAZINE RIFLE WITH CHECKERED STOCKS AND SHOTGUN BUTTPLATE.

SN 31090. Cal. 44 WCF. 24″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Blue and case color finished. Nicely figured checkered walnut stocks with steel shotgun buttplates. Bbl shows 2-line Winchester address rolled in front of rear-sight. No cal mark. Receiver is of 2nd Model type with dust cover guide-rail screwed on and exposed trigger pin. Upper tang is marked Model 1873 without finials. Lower tang has SN engraved behind lever latch. Elevator is unmarked. CONDITION: Very fine, as expertly refinished and restocked. Bbl shows 90% bright blue finish, with a sharp address mark. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Magazine tube has turned a plumb-brown with some stains toward the muzzle. Receiver retains nearly all of the re-cased color finish. Dust cover retains 90% blue. Elevator is polished bright. Hammer is a mottled brown finish, with traces of orig case color. Lever shows 80% re-cased color finish. Stocks are fine with nearly all the varnish finish, sharp checkering, and a few small scratches. Buttplate has 20% blue finish with balance having a plumb-brown patina. Forend cap retains a considerable amount of blue case finish. 50706-3 TEP (5,000-15,000) – Lot 4070

4071
$0.00

WINCHESTER 3RD MODEL 1873 HALF ROUND BARREL RIFLE IN .22 SHORT.

SN 241380B. Cal. 22 SHORT. 24″ half rnd bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Receiver is of the stepped variety. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt. Bbl shows 2-line Winchester address with cal mark at breech. Bbl shows “WP” proof-mark. Marble no. 6 front-sight with ivory bead. Semi buckhorn rear-sight. Upper tang of receiver is marked Model 1873 with finials. Lower tang has SN stamped behind lever latch. WP proof at forward top edge of receiver. Elevator is marked “22 SHORT”. Accompanying this rifle is a Cody Firearms Museum letter July 22, 2011, which calls for an oct bbl rifle in cal 22L, shipped on June 22, 1887. Order number 19773. Letter also shows return for repair, November 18, 1913. Order number 52598. Repairs are not listed. Repairs consist of a bbl and magazine tube change to 22 SHORT cal with sights of that vintage. Lower tang is also a replacement with SNs re-stamped. Elevator is a replacement with proper cal mark. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl shows 80% blue finish with some muzzle wear and a few dents and scratches overall. Bbl markings are sharp. Magazine tube is a plumb-brown finish with some blue in protected areas, and a few scratches toward the muzzle on right side. Receiver shows blue in protected areas with scratches overall and some heavy erosion on right side. Tang markings are sharp and clear. Elevator is a mustard-brown patina with a sharp mark. Hammer shows minute traces of case color and some staining. Lever is a silver-gray patina overall. Stocks are very good with varnish finish overall and numerous handling marks and dents. Forend is missing a small piece on forward left side. Buttplate shows a generous amount of case color, with some staining and slight roughness. Forend cap is a silver-gray patina. 50506-10 TEP (5,000-8,000) IVORY – Lot 4071

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4072
$4,025.00

VERY FINE WINCHESTER MODEL 1873 ROUND BARREL RIFLE WITH CRESCENT BUTT.

SN 445635B. Cal. 22 LONG. 24″ rnd bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Nicely figured American walnut stocks with crescent butt. Bbl shows 2-line Winchester address with cal mark at breech-end. Rocky mountain blade front-sight. Semi buckhorn rear-sight. Receiver is of the stepped variety. Upper tang is marked “Model 1873” with finials. Lower tang has SN stamped behind lever latch. Elevator has cal. mark. Lower tang has assembly no. “1157” stamped on left side. Right front face of stock is stamped “8”. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 80% blue finish that has turned somewhat brown towards the muzzle end. Bbl has muzzle wear and a few scratches on top. Bbl markings are sharp. Bore is dirty with visible rifling. Magazine tube is a smooth plumb-brown patina, with traces of blue toward muzzle and some light scratches. Receiver retains 60-70% blue finish, that is drifting to a plumb-brown. Slight scratches overall. Dust cover shows 20% blue with balance a silver-gray patina. Hammer retains a considerable amount of case color finish that is vivid on front face. Lever is a smooth gray-brown patina with generous traces of case color especially near hinge. Stocks are very good, slightly under-sized, and show some light handling marks under a re-varnished finish. There are a few small chips missing on forend. Buttplate shows 20% case color with the balance a silver-gray patina, with a few scratch marks. Forend cap is a gray-brown patina overall. 50506-11 TEP (5,000-8,000) – Lot 4072

4073
$9,775.00

VERY SCARCE WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1873 RIFLE IN .22 EXTRA-LONG.

SN 251279B. Cal. 22 EXTRA LONG. 24″ bbl. Receiver is of stepped variety. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt. Bbl shows 2-line Winchester address with cal mark at breech. Steel blade front-sight. Semi buckhorn rear-sight. Upper tang receiver is marked 1873 with finials. SN is stamped on lower tang behind lever latch. Elevator is marked “22 Cal Ex Long”. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum Letter dated January 12, 1993, confirming features and cal. Showing shipment on February 26, 1889. Order number 2169. CONDITION: Good. Bbl and magazine tube have a deep dark-brown patina with pitting at the muzzle and high point wear. Bbl address has been cleaned so it could be read. Cal mark is clear. Bore is very dark with traces of rifling. Receiver has a dark chocolate brown patina with roughness and scratches overall. Sideplate screw is a replacement. Elevator is also a deep-mustard brown patina with a clear mark and some dents. Tang marks are sharp. Hammer is a dark-brown patina. Checkering is sharp. Lever is also a dark-brown patina. Stocks are good and uncleaned and show numerous handling marks, dents, and stains overall, with a deeper mark in right comb. Buttplate is also dark-brown patina with some pitting on heel. Forend cap is a dark-brown patina. An extremely scarce Winchester Model 1873 rifle that is hard to find in any condition. 50506-12 TEP (5,000-8,000) – Lot 4073

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4074
$7,475.00

VERY FINE WINCHESTER SECOND MODEL 1873 DELUXE RIFLE.

SN 95605. Cal. 38 WCF. 24″ half rnd bbl. Button magazine. Receiver is of stepped variety. XXX checkered straight grip walnut stocks with crescent butt. Bbl shows 2-line Winchester address with cal mark at breech. Rocky mountain blade front-sight. Semi buckhorn rear-sight. “Model 1873” without finials stamped on upper tang. SN is stamped on lower tang behind lever latch. Dust cover rail is attached with screw. Elevator is marked “38 CAL”. Lower left tang has assembly no. “4282” stamped on left side followed by “XXX”. Inside toe of buttplate also has assembly no. “4282”. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum letter dated June 23, 2011, confirming all features and showing shipment on June 30, 1882, order number 33430. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 90% bright-blue finish with some high point and muzzle wear light scratchs. Bbl markings are sharp. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Receiver retains 80% case color overall that is vivid in protected areas with a few light handling marks. Dust cover retains 80% blue finish. Loading gate retains 80% fire-blue finish. Elevator is a mustard-brown patina with a sharp mark and a few scratches. Receiver markings are sharp. Hammer retains 80% case color that is vivid on front face. Lever shows a silver-gray patina with vivid case color in protected areas. Trigger shows traces of case color. Stocks are very fine and retain nearly all of the refreshed varnish finish with some light handling marks and sharp checkering. Buttplate shows 60% case color finish with the balance turning a smooth silver-gray patina. Forend cap shows 20% somewhat faded case color. 50506-17 TEP (5,000-8,000) – Lot 4074

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4075
$10,350.00

*EXTREMELY RARE WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1873 SHORT RIFLE WITH 14″ OCTAGON BARREL AND FULL MAGAZINE.

SN 566272B. Cal. 44 WCF. 14″ bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt. Bbl shows a 2-line Winchester address rolled on the top flat in front of rear-sight. Rear-sight has been changed to 2-leaf carbine type. Cal mark at breech on left upper flat. Receiver is of the stepped variety. Upper tang is Model 1873 with finials. Lower tang is stamped with SN behind lever latch. Elevator is marked “44 CAL”. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum Letter dated January 27, 1995, confirming cal and bbl configuration and length, showing shipment on April 9, 1903. Order number 12964. CONDITION: Good, for this model. Bbl and magazine tube have a dark silver-gray patina overall with some roughness and some dents on right side. Bbl markings are clear. Bore is dark with visible rifling.Receiver is a rough silver-gray finish overall with some battering on top. Tang markings are clear. Elevator mark is readable. Some screws have been replaced. Hammer and lever are a dark gray-brown patina. Stocks are good, under-sized, and show a coat of varnish with a few dents and scratches overall. Buttplate is a silver-gray patina, as is the forend cap with some roughness. An example of a very rare Winchester short rifle, many of which were shipped to rubber plantations in South America which accounts for the condition of many of these rifles. 50506-19 TEP (5,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 4075

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4076
$6,900.00

RARE AND DESIRABLE ANTIQUE WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1873 ROUND BARREL SHORT RIFLE.

SN 509014B. Cal. 44 WCF. 18″ rnd bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Receiver is of stepped variety. Straight grained American walnut stocks. Bbl shows remnants of 2-line Winchester address in front of rear-sight with cal mark at breech-end. Upper tang of receiver is marked Model 1873 with finials. SN is stamped on lower tang behind lever latch. Elevator is marked “44 CAL”. Straight grain American walnut buttstock has a crescent buttplate. Forearm is 8-3/8″ long, which is correct. Center of magazine hanger mortise is 3-3/4″. Center of front-sight mortise is 15/16″ from muzzle. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum Letter dated September 26, 2011, confirming cal, bbl length and configuration, and showing shipment on February 11, 1897. Order number 2888. 18″ short rifles are very uncommon as opposed to the traditional 20″ variation. CONDITION: Good, for this type of rifle. Bbl and magazine tube are silver-gray overall with pitting and a partially visible bbl address. Cal mark is clear. Bore is frosty with visible rifling. Rear sight elevator is a replacement. Receiver is also a silver-gray finish with heavy pitting, especially on right side. Upper tang mark is readable. Lower tang serial mark is clear. Elevator is a deep mustard brown patina, with a visible cal mark and some slight dents. Hammer and lever are both a deep silver-gray patina, with some pitting. Stocks are good, under-sized, with heavy handling marks overall, and a small crack behind upper tang on left side. Forearm has chips missing on both sides at forward end. Buttplate is a dark brown patina with pitting on tang. Forend cap is a silver-gray patina with heavy pitting. This is an excellent example of a “Border Model” Winchester short rifle” that without doubt saw extremely heavy service, probably during the Mexican Revolution of 1910. 50506-21 TEP (5,000-8,000) – Lot 4076

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4077
$5,750.00

RARE WINCHESTER SECOND MODEL 1873 RIFLE WITH SPECIAL ORDER 22″ HALF ROUND BARREL AND SHOTGUN BUTT.

SN 61371. Cal. 38 WCF. 22″ half rnd half oct bbl. German silver blade front sight. Semi buckhorn rear-sight. Winchester 2-line address is rolled in front of rear-sight with cal mark at breech-end. Forend is 8-1/4″ long, which is correct. Receiver is of the stepped variety with dust cover guide-rail screwed to top. Trigger pin is exposed. Upper tang is marked Model 1873 without finials. SN is engraved on lower tang behind lever latch. Elevator is marked “38 CAL”. Lower tang shows assembly no. “61” stamped on left side. Buttstock shows assembly no. “61” in upper tang mortise, with the no. “38” and “P” in front. Buttplate has assembly no. “61” stamped on inside of toe. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl shows a plumb-brown patina overall with traces of blue in protected areas. Bbl markings are sharp. Cal mark is sharp. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver shows a plumb-brown patina overall, with some blue in protected areas and sharp markings. Dust cover is also a plumb-brown patina. Loading gate shows traces of fire-blue. Elevator has been cleaned with a sharp mark. Stocks are very good, slightly under-sized and have been cleaned long ago. Stocks show handling marks overall with a small gouge on lower forend. Buttplate shows 50% blue with balance a plumb-brown patina. Forend cap shows 50% blue with balance a plumb-brown patina. A rare Special Order Winchester Second Model 1873 rifle with a shorter than standard bbl. 50506-23 (7,500-10,000) – Lot 4077

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4078
$6,900.00

RARE AND DESIRABLE WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1873 RIFLE WITH EXTRA HEAVY OCTAGON “BUFFALO” BARREL AND SET TRIGGER.

SN 335791B. Cal. 44 WCF. 26″ heavy oct bbl. Full magazine. Blade front-sight marble’s rear-sight. Blue finish. Single set trigger. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent buttplate. Bbl measures 1″ across the flats at muzzle, while standard oct bbl measures 23/32 of an inch. Edges of bbl flats at breech-end reach nearly to the forward edge of receiver. Sides of forestock and end-cap are very thin compared to standard. Magazine hanger does not fill the bbl mortise. Bbl is rolled with 2-line Winchester address in front of rear-sight with cal mark at breech-end. Receiver upper tang is marked Model 1873 with finials. Lower tang shows SN stamped behind lever latch. No assembly nos. were observed. Elevator is marked 44 CAL. Accompanying this rifle is a Cody Firearms Museum Letter dated March 16, 2008, confirming cal, 26″ bbl “extra heavy”, and set trigger. Showing shipment on April 10, 1890. Order number 10211. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl shows traces of blue finish overall, that has drifted to a somewhat rough plumb-brown patina, and some pitting on right side in front of forend and at muzzle. Magazine tube is also a plumb-brown patina with some blue showing in protected areas. Bore is frosty with visible rifling. Receiver is a plumb-brown patina with some blue showing in protected areas around the rear sideplates and on trigger guard around lever. Dust cover is a deep plumb-brown patina with some scratches around screw. Tang markings are clear and sharp. Elevator is a deep mustard-brown patina with clear cal mark and a couple small dents and scratches. Hammer shows traces of case color on both sides with sharp checkering. Lever is a dark brown patina with a trace of case color at hinge. Set trigger works. Stocks are very good, full-size, and show a dark brown oil finish overall, with only a few handling marks and scratches. Buttplate is a silver brown patina. Forend is cracked on upper left side which is common with heavy bbl rifles, as the wood is so thin. Forend cap is a gray-brown patina with slight cases of blue and some pitting. 50506-24 TEP (5,000-8,000) – Lot 4078

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4079
$5,175.00

WINCHESTER FIRST MODEL 1873 SADDLE RING CARBINE.

SN 22224. Cal. 44 WCF. 20″ bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Saddle ring attached. Straight grain American walnut stocks with carbine butt. 3-pc steel cleaning rod in butt. Bbl shows correct 2-line Winchester address with 2-leaf carbine sight. Bbl band front-sight. No cal mark. Receiver is of the first model type with dust cover riding in a mortise. No guide-rail. Upper tang is marked Model 1873 without finials. Lower tang SN engraved behind lever latch. Elevator is unmarked. Assembly no. “690” is stamped on left side of lower tang. Upper tang mortise of buttstock shows assembly no. “3961”, as does inside toe of buttplate. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube show a deep plumb-brown patina with no cleaning and a sharp mark. Bore is frosty with visible rifling. Receiver also shows a deep plumb-brown patina overall, with some scratch marks on sides. Loading gate shows traces of blue. Elevator is a dark mustard-brown patina. Receiver marks are clear. SN is slightly worn. Stocks are very good. Buttstock is slightly undersized and shows handling marks overall, with a small chip in front of buttplate tang. Bbl bands also have a deep plumb-brown patina. A nice example of an honest First Model 1873 Winchester Saddle Ring Carbine in as found condition. 50506-14 (5,000-7,000) – Lot 4079

4080
$3,450.00

WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1873 RIFLE WITH OCTAGON BARREL, FULL MAGAZINE AND CRESCENT BUTTPLATE.

SN 284786B. Cal. 32 WCF. 24″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Standard 2-line Winchester address is rolled in front of rear-sight with cal mark at breech-end. German silver blade front-sight. Semi buckhorn rear-sight. Receiver is of the stepped variety. Upper tang is marked Model 1873 with finials. SN is stamped on lower tang behind lower latch. No assembly nos. were observed. This rifle is accompanying by a Winchester Firearms Museum Letter dated December 19, 1968, confirming all features and showing shipment on December 27, 1888. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl shows a dull blue finish turning slightly plumb toward the muzzle with some high point wear. Magazine tube has an even smooth plumb-brown patina overall. Bbl markings are sharp. Bore is dark with strong rifling. Receiver retains 50-60% blue finish drifting to a plumb-brown patina with some staining on right side. Dust cover shows 50% blue with balance a smooth plumb-brown patina. Loading gate shows traces of fire-blue. Elevator is a mustard-brown patina with a sharp mark. Hammer shows a generous amount of case color especially on left side with the balance a silver-gray patina. Lever is a silver-gray patina with traces of case color in protected areas near hinge. Receiver markings are sharp. Stocks are fine, full-size, with most of orig varnish finish. Slightly worn at toe of buttstock with light handling marks overall. Buttplate is a smooth silver-gray patina with generous traces of case color overall. Forend cap shows 50% blue finish blended with a plumb-brown patina. 51079-7 TEP (4,000-6,000) – Lot 4080

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4081
$4,600.00

WINCHESTER SECOND MODEL 1873 ROUND BARREL FULL MAGAZINE RIFLE WITH CASE COLOR RECEIVER AND CRESCENT BUTT.

SN 101060. Cal. 38 WCF. 24″ rnd bbl. Full magazine. Blue and case color finish. Receiver is of the stepped variety. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt. Bbl has 2-line Winchester address rolled in front of rear-sight. “38 WCF” at breech-end. German silver blade front-sight. Semi buckhorn rear-sight. Receiver has dust cover guide-rail attached with a screw. Upper tang is marked Model 1873 without finials. Lower tang has SN stamped behind lever catch. Elevator is stamped “38 CAL”. Lower tang receiver has assembly no. “174” with “CF” in front and “R” to rear. Upper tang mortise shows assembly no. “714”, which is worn but readable. Inside toe of buttplate also shows assembly no. “714” inside of toe of buttplate. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube show 40-50% blue finish blending with a smooth plumb-brown patina and some muzzle wear. Bbl markings are sharp. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver has a mottled silver-gray patina overall with traces of case color near right rear side in front of trigger. Dust cover shows 50% blue blending with a smooth plumb-brown patina. Loading gate shows a generous amount of fire-blue. Elevator is a mustard-yellow patina with a few scratches and marks. All receiver marks are sharp. Hammer shows traces of case color. Lever is a silver-gray patina with a hint of color near hinge. Stocks are very good, full-sized, and show nearly all of varnish finish with some light scratches and marks overall, some staining at wrist and wear on forend in front of receiver. Buttplate is a mottled gray-brown patina with some roughness at heel. Forend cap is a silver-gray patina with some stains and a hint of case color. A very well preserved example of a Second Model Winchester 1873. Manufactured in 1882. 51087-10 TEP (4,000-6,000) – Lot 4081

4082
$0.00

WINCHESTER SECOND MODEL 1873 RIFLE WITH ROUND BARREL, CASE COLOR RECEIVER, AND FANCY STOCKS WITH SHOTGUN BUTT.

SN 60732. Cal. 38 WCF. 22-1/4″ rnd bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish with case color receiver. Fancy stocks with shotgun butt. Bbl has standard 2-line address rolled in front of rear-sight. Bbl has been “set back” 1-1/4″ at the receiver. Center of rear-sight mortise is 3-1/8″ in front of receiver. Center of front-sight mortise is 1-1/16″ of muzzle. Center of hanger mortise is 3-3/4″ back from muzzle. Forend has been shortened to 8-3/8″. Receiver is of the second model type with screwed on guide-rail and exposed trigger pin. Plain trigger. Tang has no provision for trigger block safety. Upper tang is marked Model 1873 without finials. SN is engraved on lower tang behind lever latch. Lower tang is marked with assembly no. “886” on left side with “XXX” in front and “S” to rear. Elevator is marked “38 CAL”. Buttstock shows assembly no. “886” on upper tang mortise, with “S” in front. No assembly no. appears on buttplate. Accompanying this rifle is a Cody Firearms Museum Letter dated September 22, 1988, stating cal 38, rnd bbl, set trigger, fancy stock, case colored receiver, no mention of shotgun buttplate. Showing shipment on August 26, 1880. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube show an even plumb-brown patina overall, with a sharp mark. Bbl, magazine tube, and forend have been shortened from breech-end. Possibly to repair a damaged chamber. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Receiver shows a silver-gray patina overall with slight traces of case color near trigger and on inside of frame. Dust cover is a silver-gray color with pits. Loading gate is gray-brown patina. Elevator is a mustard-brown patina with a clear mark. Tang markings are clear. Hammer shows traces of case color with the balance a silver-gray patina, as is lever. Stocks are very good and retain nearly all of re-varnished finish with slight handling marks. Buttstock is undersized at wrist and has a repaired crack at rear tang screw. Buttplate has a gray-brown patina with some roughness and high point wear. Forend cap is also a gray-brown patina with some roughness. A nice old Winchester 73′ with some period repairs. 51033-27 TEP (3,000-5,000) – Lot 4082

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4083
$6,900.00

WINCHESTER FIRST MODEL 1873 SADDLE RING CARBINE.

SN 14590. Cal. 44 WCF. 20″ bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks, with saddle ring attached and carbine buttplate. Bbl shows correct 2-line Winchester address rolled into front-sight. Front-sight on bbl band. 2-leaf carbine rear-sight. Receiver is of the first model variety with no guide-rail for dust cover which rides in a mortise. Dust cover shows a 5/8″ finely checkered thumbprint. Upper tang is marked Model 1873. Lower tang has SN engraved behind lever latch. Lower tang has assembly no. “440” stamped on left side. Upper tang mortise and inside toe of buttplate also show assembly no. “440”. Butt has “PJC” stamped on left side near buttplate, possibly a former owner initials. Accompanied by a Winchester Gun Museum Letter dated June 17, 1975, confirming carbine. Showing shipment on July 27, 1877. No other information is listed. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube show a smooth plumb-brown patina overall with slight traces of blue in protected areas. Bbl marking is sharp. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Receiver is a smooth gray-brown patina with light pitting overall. There are generous traces of blue finish around the trigger under lever. Receiver markings are sharp. Dust cover shows a gray-brown patina with a sharp thumbprint mark. Loading gate shows traces of blue. Stocks are very good, very slightly undersized and show evidence of a very light cleaning long ago. Initials in buttstock are clear. Buttplate is a gray-brown patina with some roughness. Bbl bands are a silver-gray patina with some traces of blue around front-sight. This is a very nice First Model 73 SRC in above average condition that is increasingly difficult to find. 51079-10 TEP (3,000-5,000) – Lot 4083

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4084
$2,300.00

*WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1873 MUSKET.

SN 570584B. Cal. 44 WCF. 30″ bbl. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with carbine butt and sling swivels. Bbl is fastened by 3 bands. Front-sight is a bayonet lug type. Rear-sight is military ladder. 2-line Winchester address is rolled in front of rear-sight. Cal mark at breech-end. Receiver is of the third model type with integral dust cover guide-rail. Top of tang is marked Model 1873 with finials. SN is stamped on lower tang behind lever latch. Stocks are not marked. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 95% bright blue finish that is drifting to a plumb-patina towards the muzzle end with a few light scratches. Bbl bands retain nearly all of their blue finish. Bbl markings are sharp. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver shows 95% bright-blue finish with some light scratches and some staining on bottom side. Elevator is a mustard-brown patina with a sharp mark. Dust cover retains nearly all of the bright-blue finish with a few scratches. Loading gate shows almost all of fire-blue finish. Hammer, lever, and trigger retain nearly all of the dark case color finish. Stocks are fine, full-sized, and retain almost all of oil finish. Buttstock shows rack bruising on both sides. Forearm has rack bruise on left side near sight. Buttplate retains nearly all case color finish with some slight scratches on heel and toe. A very well preserved example Winchester Model 1873 Musket with nearly all of its orig finish. 51087-6 TEP (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 4084

4085
$4,887.50

RARE WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1873 TAKEDOWN RIFLE IN .22 CALIBER.

SN 174952A. Cal. 22 SHORT. 24″ rnd bbl. Full magazine. Take down receiver. Receiver is of stepped variety. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt. Bbl shows 2-line Winchester address rolled in front of rear-sight. “22 CAL” at breech. Receiver is marked Model 1873 on upper tang with finials. SN is on lower tang behind lever latch. “22 CAL SHORT” is marked on elevator. Take down feature has a pin attachment. No assembly nos. were observed. Accompanying this rifle is a Cody Firearms Company Museum Letter dated October 29, 1993, confirming features and showing shipment on April 2, 1855. Order number 19394. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube show a smooth silver-gray finish with sharp markings. Elevator is missing from rear-sight. Bore is very dark with traces of rifling. Receiver is a silver-gray finish overall with some light pitting and handling marks. Lever screw is a replacement. Dust cover is a replacement and shows some re-blue finish. Elevator is a mustard-yellow patina with a sharp mark and very little denting. All other marks are sharp. Hammer and lever are a silver-brown patina. Hammer has traces of case color on front face. Stocks are very good, full-sized, and show a light cleaning with only small handling marks overall. Buttplate and forend cap are also a smooth silver-gray patina. A very good example of a .22 CAL Take-Down Winchester Model 1873 rifle. 50506-13 (3,500-5,500) – Lot 4085

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4086
$2,645.00

*PAIR OF MODEL 1873 WINCHESTER RIFLES.

SN 580238B/534196B. Cal. 38 WCF. Two honest, well used 73’s. One made 1898, the other 1903. Both guns appear orig, complete and functional. Standard configuration with 2-line Winchester address, upper tangs marked “MODEL 1873″, 24” oct bbls with full magazines and Winchester crescent shaped buttplates with trapdoors for cleaning rods. A nice pair of rifles in popular configuration and caliber. CONDITION: Fair to good overall. Both guns exhibit traces of finish on bbls being overall plum/brown. Rear sights replaced on both guns. Stock weathered and forend cracked on SN 534196, with pitting at tangs. SN 580238 has smoother iron with light pitting. Mechanically both guns are functional with pitted discernible bores. Markings crisper on 580238 but discernible on both. 51027-1 TEP (2,500-3,500) C&R – Lot 4086

4087
$0.00

ORIGINAL EARLY WINCHESTER 44-40 WOODEN AMMUNITION CRATE WITH 40 TWO PIECE BOXES OF AMMO.

SN nsn. Cal. 44-40. 14.5″ X 11.5″ X 8″ Dovetailed pine box with tin reinforcing straps is black embossed “Metallic Cartridges Manufactured By The WINCHESTER Repeating Arms Co New Haven, Conn. U.S.A.” on both long sides. Ends are embossed “WINCHESTER” “2000” “44 W.C.F.” Top is stenciled “GOBIERNO” (?) “DE” “NICARAGUA” “Dr. Sacasa. # 22”. Interior is tin lined. Orig contents consist of 40 fifty round two piece third model cartridge boxes with green labels marked “CARTRIDGES FOR WINCHESTER Rifle 1873” “CENTRAL FIRE” “SOLID HEAD” with Winchester Repeating Arms information. A Model 73 is pictured at rear with guarantee at front. Caliber is at right side. Picture of the cartridge is at left. Also included is another wooden box of similar size, marked with Winchester, etc. on ends. The full crate set was originally found by noted dealer C.W. Slagle in the early 1970’s. PROVENANCE: Consignors information placard describing this shipping crate and its cartridges, along with information regarding second and first model cartridge boxes, and stating this exact shipping crate has been featured in several publications including the book THE WINCHESTER 1873, A TRIBUTE by Jim Gordon, and most recently in the book THE WINCHESTER 1 OF 1000 and 1 OF 100 RIFLES by Dr. Ed Lewis.” He also states that it is “the only orig box known”. CONDITION: Box is good, with many bumps, rubs and knocks; lettering mostly clear. Central portion of tin lining cut out allowing removal of cartridge boxes which are excellent, unopened (one shrink wrapped), with some scuffs and marks on labels. Extra crate is very dark, with caliber, etc. almost illegible. 50695-4 MGM328 (40,000-60,000) – Lot 4087

4088
$40,250.00

EXTRAORDINARY FACTORY ENGRAVED WINCHESTER DELUXE SECOND MODEL 1876 RIFLE SIGNED BY MASTER ENGRAVER JOHN ULRICH.

SN 18464. Cal. 45-60. 28″ oct bbl. Button magazine. Full nickel finish with blue bbl. XX American walnut stocks with checkered pistol grip and forend. Steel shotgun buttplate. Beach’s combination front-sight with ivory bead, 2-leaf rear-sight. Rifle is master engraved in style 5 on receiver, forend cap, and buttplate. Receiver is engraved in the Ulrich style. Left sideplate shows a vignette of a running deer in a circle, surrounded by a leafy scroll and floral motif. Right sideplate shows a leafy scroll motif with a blank presentation rolled riband panel in the center. Forward part of receiver on both sides, shows the same leafy scroll motif bordered by a dental motif on top. Lever hinge has a scroll accent. Top of receiver has scroll at the front of ejector port. Hammer slot has a line border with scroll finials. Dust cover shows scroll decoration. Bottom of receiver has scroll decoration at rear of elevator mortise. Elevator has matching scroll decoration at rear. Buttplate shows scroll at top of heel with line border. Forend cap shows scroll around screws with line border. Bbl shows 2-line Winchester address rolled in front of rear-sight and cal mark on top flat in front of receiver. Receiver has dust cover rail attached with screw. Lower tang has SN stamped behind lever catch. “J. Ulrich” is stamped behind trigger with correct die mark. Lower tang shows assembly no. “210”. To the rear is stamped “XX”. “O” and “S” inspector marks are also present. Upper tang mortise of stock shows assembly no. “210” with a “P”. Inside toe of buttplate is stamped “17”. Rear toe of stock has “17” stamped under buttplate. Accompanying this rifle is a Cody Firearms Museum letter dated August 16, 2012. It is listed as rifle 45-60, oct bbl, plain trigger, half-magazine, full nickel finish and showing shipment on November 8, 1881, order number 29250. Letter also shows repair and return on August 25, 1896, order number 16925. There is no mention of the engraving. Also included is a Cody Firearms Museum letter August 16, 2012, for Model 1876, number 18463, which shows rifle, 45-60, oct bbl, set trigger, checkered stock with pistol grip, shotgun butt, engraved 5, half-nickel finish. Shipped from warehouse on November 8, 1881, order number 29438. Rifle number 18463 was offered at auction in December 2007. This rifle has an octagon bbl with full magazine, full nickel finish, plain stocks, set trigger, no engraving. This description that does not conform with the Cody Firearms Museum records for this rifle. Also included is a copy of the original Winchester ledger page where both rifles are consecutively listed. In the opinion of this cataloger, Winchester Model 1876 rifles number 18463/18464, exhibit a factory recording error where order data for the rifles were transposed. Both rifles were shipped on November 8, 1881, on special order and information was mistakenly recorded by the ledger keeper. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 10% blue finish in protected areas, with the balance turning a mottled plumb-brown patina. Markings are sharp. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Receiver retains 60% slightly crazed nickel finish, with some light staining and loss of finish at the carry point. Engraving is sharp. Nickel screws retain almost all of their nickel finish. Loading gate shows dull crazed nickel finish. Dust cover retains 60% crazed nickel finish with sharp engraving and unmarred screw. Elevator retains 80% nickel finish with sharp marks. Bolt shows a considerable amount of nickel finish with some flaking. Hammer shows 80% nickel finish with some loss at spur. Sharp checkering. Lever shows 60% crazed nickel finish with some flaking on bottom edge. Trigger shows a generous amount of nickel finish. Tang markings are sharp. Stocks are very good, full-sized, and retain nearly all of the dark brown oil finish, with only slight handing marks overall. There is a small chip missing on top of right wrist at receiver. Checkering is lightly worn and shows a few small dents. Ebony insert on pistol grip is very good. Buttplate retains 20% nickel finish with some brown staining around edge and erosion at heel and toe. Forend cap shows 90% bright nickel finish, as does the magazine cap. A wonderful example of a deluxe factory engraved Winchester Second Model 1876 rifle with a seldom seen engraver’s signature. 51003-1 TEP (50,000-90,000) IVORY – Lot 4088

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4089
$0.00

EXTRAORDINARY WINCHESTER MODEL 1876 DELUXE EXPRESS RIFLE WITH 22″ BARREL AND SHOTGUN BUTT.

SN 24236. Cal. 50-95. 22″ rnd bbl. Button magazine. Blue and case color finish. Highly figured American walnut stocks with checkered pistol grip and forearm. Bbl shows correct 2-line Winchester address rolled in front of rear-sight with “50-CAL” at breech-end. There are 4 British proofs on left side of bbl at breech. Front sight has a German silver blade, sporting rear-sight. Receiver has Model 1876 stamped on upper tang without finials and is of the second model type with guide rail attached by a screw. SN is stamped on lower tang behind lever latch. There is a small British proof on forward left top of receiver. Dust cover is roll marked “Winchester Express over 50-CAL. 95 GRS”. Elevator is marked “50-95”. Lower tang has assembly no. “332” stamped with “XXX” stamped in front and “S” to rear. Upper tang mortise of buttstock shows assembly no. “332”. Inside toe of buttplate has assembly no. “65” that is double struck. Toe of buttstock under plate, also shows assembly no. “65”. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum Letter dated June 28, 2007, showing rifle, 50-95, 22″ rnd bbl, plain trigger, checkered stocks, half magazine, shotgun butt, case colored finish and “inside finish”, which indicates that the receiver was polished on the inside for smoothness of operation. Grade of stocks is not listed, but is confirmed as being “XXX” by orig tang markings. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 60% blue finish that has drifted to a smooth plumb-brown patina overall, with a few minuscule scratches. Bbl markings are sharp and clear. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Receiver retains 70% of the vivid case color with generous traces of lacquer traces remaining. Receiver has a few scratch marks overall, and some high point wear. No roughness. Dust cover retains 90% blue with a sharp mark and some slight scratches. Guide-rail also contains a considerable amount of blue finish. Hammer retains a generous amount of case color with some oil staining on sides and vivid color on front face. Firing pin also retains a generous amount of blue finish. Inside of elevator mortise shows polished finish with traces of case color. Lever shows 50-60% vivid case color finish with a generous amount of lacquer. All markings are sharp. Stocks are fine, full-sized, and retain nearly all of the varnish finish, with sharp checkering and only light handling marks overall. Buttplate is a smooth gray-brown patina with a few rough spots. Forend cap shows vivid case color on both sides with considerable lacquer remaining. A wonderfully preserved Winchester Deluxe Model 1876 Express rifle with special order bbl, destined for the English market. Hard to improve upon. 50668-1 TEP (40,000-60,000) – Lot 4089

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4090
$12,650.00

DELUXE WINCHESTER MODEL 1876 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 50058. Cal. 45-75. Fine deluxe ’76 with 28″ oct bbl, full magazine, modified Rocky Mountain front sight, 1876 marked ladder rear sight & a thick base tang sight with 4″ staff, missing it’s aperture. Mounted with very nicely figured, about 2X American walnut with H-style checkered forearm & black insert, serpentine grip buttstock & crescent buttplate with trap containing an orig 4-pc brass & iron cleaning rod. Left side of lower tang, under the wood is marked “XX” & with the assembly #”2452″. Matching assembly # is also found in top tang channel of buttstock & inside toe of buttplate. Bottom of stock & forend cap have factory sling wires. The Model 1876 was the lowest production of all Winchester rifles with only about 64,000 total production during the period 1876-1897. It was produced in four different groupings in both rifles & carbines, standard & deluxe grades with even a few muskets thrown in. The third model, of which this rifle is one, was the highest production with about 34,000 assembled until the end of production. Only a very small percentage of that number were ordered with deluxe configuration. The 1876 was short lived due to the advent of the Model 1886 & Marlin Model 1881 with their heavier, higher velocity cartridges. PROVENANCE: Ex-Woody Frey Collection. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains about 80-90% orig blue with a couple of thin areas over the chamber & top left flat about midpoint. Magazine tube retains strong blue in sheltered areas being mostly a plum/blue patina. Receiver retains bright case colors in sheltered areas, mostly faded to silver with some fine pitting on right side plate. Hammer retains very bright case colors. Lever retains a few spots of bright color, mostly faded to a mottled silver/brown patina. Wood is sound with a few light nicks & scratches, has a repaired chip by the left side of the top tang & overall the wood retains most of it’s orig piano varnish finish. Mechanics are fine. Bright shiny bore with a few scattered spots of very fine pitting. Cleaning rod is fine. 50320-1 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 4090

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4091
$12,075.00

EXTRAORDINARY WINCHESTER SECOND MODEL 1876 EXPRESS RIFLE WITH OCTAGON BARREL, FULL MAGAZINE, CRESCENT BUTT AND SPECIAL SIGHTS.

SN 20471. Cal. 50-95. 26″ oct bbl. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt. Bbl shows standard Winchester 2-line address rolled into front-sight with “50-CAL” at breech-end. Front-sight has a low thin blade with protective ears on either side and has an index mark aligned with one on top flat of bbl. Rear-sight is a 3-leaf variety in 100, 200, and 300 yard graduations. Sight has platinum lines at center of v-notch. There is also an index mark that aligns with one on the bbl. Receiver is of the second model variety with a dust cover guide-rail attached to a screw. Dust cover is marked “Winchester Express over 50-CAL 95 GRS”. Dust cover mark is hand-stamped. Top tang is marked Model 1876 without finials. Lower tang has SN engraved behind lever latch. Elevator is marked “50-95”. Lower tang is stamped with assembly no. “153” on left side. Upper tang mortise and inside toe of buttplate is also stamped “153”. 4-pc steel cleaning rod in butt. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 20-30% blue finish blending with a plumb-brown patina with a few stains on top and muzzle end. Sights are fine. Bbl markings are sharp. Magazine tube retains 20% blue finish in protected areas, blending with a smooth plumb-brown patina. Receiver shows 50-60% blue finish with some staining on forward right side and left sideplate. Dust cover also retains 50-60% blue finish with the balance a smooth plumb patina and a sharp mark. Loading gate retains traces of fire-blue. Elevator is a mustard-yellow patina with a sharp mark and a couple of scratches. Hammer shows vivid case color on left side and rear. Right side is a silver-gray patina with slight scratches. Lever has generous traces of case color overall that is vivid in protected areas at hinge. Stocks are fine, full-sized, and show nearly all of the oil finish with only light handling marks overall. Buttplate shows traces of blue on forward end of tang with the balance being a mottled brown patina, with some roughness at heel. Forend cap shows 60% blue finish turning a plumb-brown with a few scratches. A wonderful example of a Octagon Barrel Full Magazine, Crescent Butt Express rifle in 50-95 cal with special sights. Manufactured in 1881. 50664-1 TEP (10,000-15,000) – Lot 4091

4092
$12,650.00

RARE WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1876 DELUXE EXPRESS RIFLE WITH FANCY STOCKS AND CRESCENT BUTTPLATE.

SN 45715. Cal. 50-95. 26″ oct bbl. Button magazine. Blue and case color finish. Nicely figured, checkered, American walnut stocks with pistol grip. Bbl shows standard 2-line Winchester address rolled in front of rear-sight with 50-CAL at breech-end. Steel knife blade blade front-sight. Semi buckhorn rear-sight. Receiver is of the third model type with integral dust cover guide. Dust cover is marked “Winchester Express over 50-CAL 95 GRS”. Upper tang is marked Model 1876 with finials. Elevator is marked “50-95”. SN is stamped on lower tang in front of lever latch. Lower tang also shows assembly no. “2215” followed by “XX” stamped on left side. Upper tang mortise of buttstock also shows assembly no. “2215”, which also appears on inside toe of buttplate. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum Letter dated July 7, 2008, which states rifle, express cal, oct bbl, checkered stock with pistol grip, half magazine, case colored finish. Shipped on August 29, 1885. Special order number 22937. No mention of fancy stock, but tang mark confirms “XX” wood. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl shows a gray-brown patina overall with sharp markings, slight scratches, and traces of blue at front-sight. Sight elevator is a replacement. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Receiver is a silver-brown overall with minute traces of case color, and some scratching. Sideplates have been touched up. Loading gate is a gray-brown patina. Elevator is a mustard-brown patina with clear mark. Dust cover is a slightly rough gray-brown patina with sharp mark. Dust cover mark is hand-stamped. All receiver marks are sharp and clear. Hammer and lever both show a smooth silver-gray patina with hints of case color in protected areas. Stocks are very good, full-sized, with sharp checkering and retain most of the oil finish. Buttstock has been lightly cleaned. Forend has gaps at front and rear ends. Buttplate is a crusty brown patina with some roughness on heel and toe. Forend cap is a gray-brown patina. A fine example of a Winchester Model 1876 Express rifle that was a favorite of Teddy Roosevelt. 51033-29 TEP (10,000-15,000) – Lot 4092

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4093
$10,062.50

EXTRAORDINARY WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1876 RIFLE WITH 28″ ROUND BARREL, FULL MAGAZINE, AND CRESCENT BUTTSTOCK.

SN 59031. Cal. 40-60 WCF. 28″ rnd bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent buttplate. Bbl shows correct 2-line Winchester address rolled in front of rear-sight with cal mark at breech-end. Nickel silver blade front-sight. Ladder type rear-sight with “1876” stamped at top of staff. Receiver is of the third type with integral guide-rail for dust cover. Top tang is marked 1876 with finials. Lower tang has SN stamped behind lever latch. Elevator is marked “40-60”. No assembly nos. were observed. Accompanying this rifle is a Winchester Gun Museum Letter dated April 7, 1975, showing rifle, cal 40-60, rnd bbl, plain trigger and showing shipment on May 10, 1890. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl shows 90% blue finish with a couple of slight abrasions at mid-point and some slight muzzle wear. Muzzle is drifting to a plumb patina. Magazine tube shows 30-40% blue, turning to a smooth plumb patina, and has some small abrasions on bottom surface. All markings are sharp. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Receiver shows 90% bright-blue finish, drifting somewhat to a plumb-brown patina on bottom edge. Some small scratches. Dust cover shows 60% blue with balance a smooth plumb-brown patina. Loading gate retains a considerable amount of fire-blue finish. Elevator is a mustard-yellow patina with clear mark and a slight dent at rear. Tang markings are sharp. Hammer retains 80% vivid case color overall. Firing pin also retains considerable blue finish. Lever shows 50% muted case color overall that is vivid toward hinge. Stocks are fine, full-sized, and retain nearly all of varnish finish, with only some small handling marks and a few dents on left side of forend. Buttplate shows 50% blue blending with plumb-brown patina, with some roughness at heel and toe. Forend cap shows 60-70% blue blending with a plumb-brown patina, with some high point wear on left side. A truly wonderful preserved Third Model Winchester 1876 rifle manufactured in 1886. 51079-2 TEP (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4093

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4094
$10,350.00

RARE WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1876 SHORT RIFLE.

SN 51730. Cal. 45-75. 22″ oct bbl. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with steel shotgun buttplate. Bbl shows standard 2-line Winchester address rolled into front-sight with cal mark at breech-end. Bbl has 4 English proof-marks on left side near rear-sight. Rear-sight has “1876” stamped at top of staff. Upper tang receiver is stamped Model 1876 with finials. SN is stamped on lower tang behind lever latch. Elevator is stamped “45-75”. There is a small British proof stamped on left forward edge of receiver. Lower tang has assembly no. “994” stamped on left side followed by “S”. Upper tang mortise of buttstock has assembly no. “904” as does the inside toe of buttplate. This could possibly be a factory error because stocks fit perfectly. Forend is the correct 8-3/8″ length. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl and magazine tube both retain 40% orig blue finish, that is drifted to a plumb-brown patina toward muzzle with some stain on left side and high point wear. Bbl marks are sharp. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver retains 50-60% blue finish that is drifting to a plumb-brown patina overall with some small scratches. Loading gate has traces of fire-blue. Dust cover has 50% blue blending with a smooth plumb-brown color. Elevator is a mustard-yellow patina with some light cleaning marks and a sharp mark. Hammer shows nearly all of the deep case color finish. Lever is a mottled silver-brown patina with generous traces of case color in protected areas. Stocks are fine and retain nearly all their varnish finish with some light handling marks overall. Buttplate retains 20% blue with some staining at heel and toe. Fore end cap shows traces of blue with balance a plumb-brown patina. A very fine example of a desirable Winchester Model 1876 short rifle. 51087-11 TEP (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4094

4095
$7,475.00

RARE AND DESIRABLE WINCHESTER SECOND MODEL 1876 CARBINE WITH NICKEL TRIM, SLING SWIVELS, AND SET TRIGGER.

SN 8637. Cal. 45-75. 22″ rnd bbl. Blue and case color finish with nickel trim. Straight grain American walnut stocks. Bbl shows correct 2-line Winchester address rolled in front of rear-sight with no cal mark. Rear ladder sight is mounted in reverse position. Receiver has SN engraved on lower tang behind lever latch. Upper tang is marked Model 1876 without finials. Assembly no. “4315” is stamped on side of left lower tang. Receiver has guide-rail attached with a screw and shows “12” stamped on top surface. Dust cover has 5/8″ checkered oval thumbprint. Elevator is not marked. Upper tang mortise of buttstock shows assembly no. “4315” stamped, as does inside toe of buttplate. Nickel trim appears on forend cap, bbl band, elevator, dust cover and rail, loading gate, hammer, trigger, lever, and sling swivels. Accompanying this Carbine is a Cody Firearms Museum Letter dated March 18, 2000, confirming all features including “nickel trim” and showing shipment on December 5, 1878. Order number 13940. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl shows a smooth plumb-brown patina overall, with about 10% blue remaining. Bbl mark is sharp. Forend cap and bbl band retain nearly all nickel finish with a few slight scratches. Bore is frosty with visible rifling. Receiver is a silver-gray patina with traces of case color on left side plate and under lever. Markings are sharp. Lower tang has an old welded repair behind trigger. Dust cover, rail, loading gate, elevator, hammer, trigger, lever, and catch show most of nickel finish with minor losses and scratches overall. Set trigger needs repair. Buttstock is very good, slightly undersized, and retains a dark oil finish overall with only slight handling marks. Buttplate is a silver-gray patina with little roughness. Forearm is very good, slightly undersized and shows an old cleaning with a fill-in repair on right side near rear-sight. Sling swivels retain nearly all orig nickel finish. An extremely rare Winchester Second Model 1876 Carbine with special features that are seldom seen. 50506-44 TEP (6,000-10,000) – Lot 4095

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4096
$10,925.00

RARE AND VERY DESIRABLE WINCHESTER FIRST MODEL 1876 OPEN TOP RIFLE SERIAL NUMBER 73.

SN 73. Cal. 45-75. 28″ oct bbl. Blue finish. Full magazine. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent butt. Receiver is of the open top variety without dust cover. Bbl shows proper 2-line Winchester address rolled in front of rear-sight. Blade front-sight, semi buckhorn rear-sight. Receiver is of the first model type, lacking a dust cover or a guide-rail. Plain trigger. Lower left tang has assembly no. “107” stamped. Upper tang is marked Model 1876 without finials. Lower tang has SN engraved behind lever latch. Upper tang mortise in buttstock shows assembly no. “1578”. Lower inside toe of buttplate shows assembly no. “107”. Buttplate has a thick profile at toe. 2-pcs of a steel cleaning rod remain in butt. Accompanying this rifle is a Cody Museum Firearms Letter dated October 15, 2014, confirming features and showing shipment on July 20, 1877. Order number 9557. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl and magazine tube show a smooth gray-brown patina with some traces of blue, especially on left side of bbl. Bbl address is sharp. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Receiver is a mottled gray-brown patina with traces of orig finish near sideplates and around hammer, with some touch-up on top. Loading gate shows traces of blue. Elevator is a mottled mustard-brown patina with small dents on forward corners. Hammer is a silver-gray patina with a hint of case color. Lever is a plumb-brown patina overall. All markings are sharp. Buttstock is very good, slightly under-sized, and shows an old varnish finish overall. Buttplate is a crusty brown patina with some roughness on heel and toe. Forend is full-sized with an oil finish and handling marks overall with some stains. Forend cap is a silver-gray patina with some light pitting. An opportunity to purchase a very rare “Open Top” 76 rifle with a 2-digit SN. 50506-43 (7,500-12,500) – Lot 4096

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4097
$8,050.00

EXTREMELY RARE WINCHESTER THIRD MODEL 1876 SADDLE RING CARBINE ISSUED TO THE NORTH WEST MOUNTED POLICE.

SN 44950. Cal. 45-75. 22″ rnd bbl with long forestock that has a capped forend and single bbl band. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with carbine butt. Bbl shows standard 2-line Winchester address rolled in front of rear-sight. Front-sight is stud type. Rear-sight is the typical rear-sight of N.W.M.P. carbines. Receiver is of the third model type with integral dust cover rail. Upper tang is marked Model 1873 with finials. Lower tang has SN stamped behind lever latch. Elevator has “45-75” stamped. Lower tang has inspector “O” stamped on left side. No assembly no. is visible. Right side of buttstock has a half moon shaped riband stamped with letters “N.W.M.P.” on right side. Bottom of buttstock behind tang is stamped “APP 67”. Accompanying this carbine is a Winchester Museum Letter confirming carbine and showing shipment on August 1, 1885, along with 68 other carbines with same specifications to the same number order. Also accompanying this carbine is a letter from the North West Mounted Police Research and Consulting Department, which states that this carbine, mentioned by SN, was issued to the North West Mounted Police and formed part of Order number 22020 for 200 carbines shipped on August 1, 1885. The following information was also provided, “on charge to “A” Division Maple Creek, North West Territories on February 11, 1894″. Also “on charge to “A” Division Maple Creek North West Territories on January 18, 1897″. The letter also states that the “APP” stamp stands for Alberta Provincial Police. The Royal North West Mounted Police, formally the North West Mounted Police, sold a quantity of carbines to the Alberta Provincial Police on January 23, 1919. The letter is signed by J.D. Klancher – Inspector RCMP – Retired, dated September 28, 2006. Also included is a letter from the RCMP Historian, S.W. Horrall who provided historical information concerning these very desirable Winchester carbines, including an article from the booklet “Small Arms of the Mounted Police, Historical Arms series number 6, Museum Restoration Service, Ottawa, 1965, by R. Philips and S.J. Kirby.” CONDITION: Very good. Bbl has a smooth mottled brown patina overall with some slight dents and muzzle wear. Bore is frosty with visible rifling. All bbl marks are sharp. Receiver shows a plumb-brown patina overall with some light pitting on right side. Hammer and lever are a silver-gray patina. Elevator has been lightly cleaned and shows a clear mark with some small dents. Stocks are very good, full-size, and have a smooth oil finish overall. Stock markings are sharp. Forend shows 2 dents on left side. A chance to obtain a Winchester Model 1876 SRC with impeccable provenance connecting it to the NWMP. 51079-8 TEP (5,000-7,000) – Lot 4097

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4098
$74,750.00
Revised: 10/6/2016

Very Important News!! This gun is NOT refinished. The finish on this rare and outstanding treasure is original and genuine. This was originally sold in the Wes Adams Collection. The cataloger at the time of cataloging questioned the finish and indicated in the description it was refinished. It is NOT! Numerous Winchester aficionados have confirmed that this gun is original and genuine. The forestock does have a hairline crack and a very tiny old repaired chip to the wood.

EXTREMELY RARE AND OUTSTANDING WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 “BIG 50” SADDLE RING CARBINE CALIBER 50 EX. (50-110).

SN 118494. Cal. 50 Ex. (50-110). Rare ’86 carbine with 22″ bbl, full magazine, two bands with square base front sight and 3-leaf platinum line express rear sight. Left side of receiver has a stud & ring. Mounted with straight grain American walnut with straight stock and smooth steel carbine buttplate. Bottom of stock has a factory musket style sling loop with matching sling loop integral with forend cap. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum letter which describes this firearm as a carbine in 50 Express caliber with Winchester Express rear sight and old style sling & swivel, received in warehouse Feb. 22, 1899 and shipped same day to Order #1228. PROVENANCE: Ex-Wes Adams Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very fine. Overall retains about all of an outstanding Turnbull quality restoration; bbl & magazine tube retain 97-98% strong blue with a small nick on top of bbl and faint muzzle edge wear; receiver, lever, hammer & buttplate retain about all of their beautiful bone meal color case hardening with light sharp edge wear and some fading on outer faces of lever; wood is sound with a few minor handling & storage nicks & scratches and retains about all of a fine restored finish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore with one spot & a few freckles about mid-point, appears to have been polished. 50412-79 (75,000-125,000) – Lot 4098

4099
$48,875.00

MAGNIFICENT DELUXE CUSTOM ORDER JOHN ULRICH SIGNED ENGRAVED & GOLD WASHED MODEL 1886 WINCHESTER RIFLE.

SN 57158. Cal. 40-65. 26″ oct bbl, full magazine, half-nickel front sight, serrated side flat top sporting rear with set screw. Gold washed receiver with $12.00 engraving, consisting of foliate arabesque scroll surrounding an oval of a hunter shooting an elk on left side; right side has foliate arabesque scroll & circle with a doe & tree in background. Top & bottom of receiver are scroll-engraved with intricate borders. Sides of hammer are scroll-engraved as well as tang of butt plate, forend cap and sides & bow of lever. Forend cap, lever, trigger & butt plate are also gold washed. Signature “J. ULRICH” appears on lower tang. Mounted with fancy highly figured XXX walnut with H-checkered forend, checkered serpentine pistol grip with ebony insert, gold washed crescent butt & star-shaped shield in left side with initials “FHB” over “1891”. Accompanied by Winchester factory letter identifying gun as 40-65, oct bbl, plain trigger, checkered stock with pistol grip, drop 3-1/2″, 3/4″ longer than regular, engraved “FHB 1891”, engraved “$12.00”, gold plate in left side of stock, gold trim including finger lever & trigger; received in warehouse June 20, 1891, & shipped same day on order no. 4680. Gun was returned to factory to be repaired or re-gilded after 1905, as noted by oval Winchester proof on top bbl flat. Lower tang is marked with assembly number “105” and “85” which is crossed out and “XXX”, a cut asterisk is also found on lower tang on brass extension holding spring possibly showing the re-factory gilding. Stock has matching assembly number “85” on upper channel. Engraving is still sharp & top bbl flat has Winchester proof mark between receiver and cal. designation. Further research can possibly find the repair order from the Winchester factory records and then we might know who the orig owner “F. H. B” was in 1891. Many of these rare factory gold washed engraved Winchesters were made for exhibitions or presentations and the gilt was very fragile and it seems a majority of them were returned to Winchester for re-gilding. Regardless, this is a magnificent and unique Winchester at the height of the cowboy era. PROVENANCE: Ex-Jay Lyndes Collection. CONDITION: Very fine-extra fine overall. Bbl and magazine tube retain 90-95% orig blue with some toning toward brown on magazine tube. Rear sight has thinning orig blue. Receiver retains nearly all of its re-gilded factory gold finish, with a few minor nicks, scratches and edge wear. Hammer retains most of its orig case colors with slight thinning on sharp edges. Buttstock is sound with good checkering retaining most of a high polish varnish with minor nicks and dings. Forend is sound with a few minor nicks and scrapes, good checkering and 75-80% of its orig piano varnish finish with dark hand-worn patina across belly. Mechanics are crisp with bright shiny bore. 50412-13 (50,000-100,000) – Lot 4099

4100
$66,125.00

*RARE SPECIAL ENGRAVED AND CARVED DELUXE TAKEDOWN WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 LEVER ACTION EXTRA FINE (NEAR NEW) CONDITION RIFLE.

SN 145592. Cal. 33 WCF. Extremely rare rifle with 24″ tapered rnd bbl, takedown, half magazine with full matted top, pedestal mounted ivory bead hunting front sight and flat-top semi-buckhorn rear sight. Left side of bbl, takedown ring & receiver are stamped with British proofs. Mounted with very highly figured center crotch 3X American walnut with style-D carved forearm and capped pistol grip stock with Winchester solid red recoil pad. Carved & checkered wood consists of large checkered panels with carved oak leaves & acorns. Receiver factory engraved for 80 hours by Angelo Stokes as noted in Winchester factory letter. Details of engraving include large vignette of a cougar standing on a precipice on the left side with the small vignette of a grizzly bear on loading gate base and a larger vignette of a grizzly bear on the right forward flat. These vignettes are all surrounded by extremely well-executed foliate & floral arabesque patterns with beautiful heart motif borders. Top of receiver is engraved to match with a large leaf pattern over the receiver ring. The takedown ring is engraved to match with the heart shaped border on the bbl at the takedown ring. Sides of lever & hammer are also engraved with matching shell patterns and foliate arabesque patterns. Top tang is also engraved. Bottom of receiver is engraved with the large oval vignette of a standing, face-on bull elk surrounded by foliate and floral arabesque patterns. There are additional foliate patterns around the lever opening with decorative borders. Outer face of lever is also engraved as is the top of the hammer nose and there is a band of engraving around the muzzle. Left side of lower tang is stamped with assembly number “851” and “406” which has been obliterated and “XXX”. Top tang of buttstock has the X’d out “406” number and the replacement “851” assembly number. Bottom of stock and forend cap have sling eyes. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum letter identifying this rifle in caliber 33 with matted takedown rnd bbl, plain trigger, fancy pistol grip stock, half magazine, shotgun butt with Silvers recoil pad, special engraving and lists “80 hours Stokes, carved style D $10.00” and screw eyes, received in warehouse Nov. 10, 1909, shipped Apr. 29, 1910 to Order #256114. Received back at factory May 28, 1910, Work Order #29957 and re-shipped with the same description to Order #191784. Given the elaborate special engraving & carved wood along with the British proofs, it seems likely that this rifle was originally prepared for an English exhibit as an exhibition piece and never used. PROVENANCE: Ex-Dr. James M. Goforth Collection; Ex-Wes Adams Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus, all matching, probably unfired. Overall retains virtually all of its orig factory finish to both metal & wood with bright orig blue and crisp varnish; wood is sound with a minor nick or two in the finish; lever and hammer retain about all of their orig case colors, brilliant on sides, faded on top edge of hammer and outer face of lever. Orig sights retain matching, excellent condition with “certifiable antique ivory” front bead. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. Bolt face retains about all of its orig factory blue as does the loading gate. 50412-5 (50,000-100,000) IVORY – Lot 4100

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4101
$40,250.00

RARE AND BEAUTIFUL SPECIAL ORDER WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 DELUXE CASE COLOR RIFLE.

SN 28803. Cal. 40-65 WCF. Beautiful antique rifle with special order 26″ half oct bbl with button magazine. Mounted with 2 to 3 X crotch flame grain American walnut with H style checkered forend and ebony inlaid pistol grip stock that has special order steel shotgun buttplate. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum letter which identifies this rifle in caliber 40-65 WCF with 26″ half oct bbl, set trigger, checkered stocks and shotgun butt. Received in warehouse August 31, 1889 and shipped same day. Equipped with factory sling studs and swivels and is accompanied by a period rifle sling. Mounted with sporting rear bbl mounted sight and early folding Beech ivory bead front sight. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine bbl, magazine button and forend cap retain virtually all of their original factory finish. Receiver, hammer and finger lever are in an unbelievable state of preservation and retain virtually all of their wonderfully vivid lacquered case colors with an extremely small area of lacquer loss over the case colors at the bottom of receiver towards forearm. Wood is exceptionally fine with a few light handling and storage nicks and scratches and retains virtually all of its bright piano varnish finish. Mechanics are crisp. Bright shiny bore. 50506-49 TDW (50,000-80,000) IVORY – Lot 4101

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4102
$54,625.00

EXCEPTIONAL AND VERY RARE SPECIAL ORDER DELUXE WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 “BIG 50” (50-100-450) LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 108042. Cal. 50-100-450. Deluxe special order rifle with 26″ oct to rnd bbl, 1/2 magazine, silver bead front sight and 3-leaf platinum line express rear sight. Rifle is mounted with beautiful XX, flame grain burl walnut with matching forearm, checkered in “H” style with serpentine pistol grip that has a black insert and a Winchester hard rubber buttplate. Left side of lower tang, under the wood, is marked with the assembly number “1025” and “XXPB”. The matching assembly number is also found in the top tang channel of the buttstock. Accompanied by a Winchester factory letter, which identifies this rifle in cal. 50/100 with half oct bbl, plain trigger, checkered stock, pistol grip, 1/2 magazine (5 cartridges), shotgun butt, rubber butt plate, oil finish, gold oval plate, received in warehouse Feb. 5, 1896 and shipped same date, returned and repaired of Feb. 24, 1896, Order No. 6493. This beautiful rifle is rare in a number of respects, primarily being the cal. of which only a few were produced and were the first of the rifles chambered in 50 cal. By the time this cal. was available in the ’86 line the standard for the model was a blued receiver,therefore a case colored receiver would have been a special order. It is also scarce with special finish and wood as most were standard straight grain. PROVENANCE: Ex-Jay Lyndes Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl and magazine tube retain 98-99% strong orig factory blue with only faint muzzle edge wear; receiver, lever, hammer and forend cap retain just about all of their orig factory case colors, brilliant on sides, top and top tang of receiver, lightly faded on bottom but still with shellac traces; hammer retains bright case colors on sides & rear edge, turned a little dark on top edge; lever retains brilliant case colors on sides, forend cap retains most of it’s very bright case colors with traces of shellac as also found on frame. Stocks are sound with sharp checkering and color, minor cosmetic scratches and bruises are only seen with scrutiny and retains most of its strong orig factory finish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. 50412-11 JS (40,000-80,000) – Lot 4102

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4103
$0.00

RARE AND VERY FINE SPECIAL ORDER DELUXE WINCHESTER 1886 LEVER ACTION RIFLE WITH 30″ BARREL.

SN 19401. Cal. 45-70. Very fine deluxe ’86 with rare special order 30″ oct bbl, full magazine, Lyman “certifiable antique ivory” bead hunting front sight and tang sight, 1886 and 1000yd ladder sight is also added. Mounted with nicely figured XX American walnut with H-style checkered forearm, checkered pistol grip buttstock with black insert, crescent buttplate. Left side of lower tang, under the wood is marked with the assembly number “40” & “XX”. Matching assembly number “40” is also found in top tang channel of buttstock. Buttplate was not removed but is no doubt orig. This rifle, based on factory letter, was received and shipped on June 22, 1888; repaired and returned December 28, 1895, matching configuration noted on factory letter 45-70 cal., 30″ oct bbl, set trigger, checkered stock, pistol grip and Lyman front and rear sights. This rare special order 30″ oct bbl seems heavier than standard and this gun weighs in at 10lbs 10oz. PROVENANCE: Ex-Robert Nichols Collection, 1978; Ex-Jay Lyndes Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine overall, all matching. Rifle retains about 95% orig blue on bbl, magazine, frame retains about 80% case colors with remainder silver/grey, buttplate and lever retain about 30-50% muted case colors, overall silver/grey with staining on lever. Stocks are sound and well fit, retaining most of their orig varnish. There is a 1″ sliver missing from lower right side buttstock, just above trigger. There are several scuffs and scratches in wood, especially on right side near base of pistol grip as seen in photos. Mechanically fine with crisp fine bore. 50412-8 JS (40,000-80,000) IVORY – Lot 4103

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4104
$0.00

*RARE FACTORY ENGRAVED WINCHESTER 1886 DELUXE LIGHTWEIGHT TAKE-DOWN, VERY FINE CONDITION INSCRIBED “J. H. POOLE, DETROIT”.

SN 147849. Cal. 33 WCF. 24″ rnd bbl, pedestal mounted Marbles fine bead front sight, sporting rear sight. Factory engraved receiver with bold foliate scroll & punch-dot background, wavy border with alternating punch dots & circle vignette of a buck deer with forested background on left side; similar border & foliate scroll on right side with a running buck deer. Accenting scroll on top & bottom of receiver, double wavy-line border along bolt & wedge of scroll engraving over chamber of bbl. Mounted with “XX” walnut, H-style checkered forearm, H-style checkered pistol grip with Winchester hard rubber grip cap, Winchester hard rubber shotgun butt & 1″ gold oval in comb engraved “J.H. Poole / Detroit”. Inspection of lower tang reveals assembly no. “886 XX”; same number can be found in top tang channel of stock. John H. Poole was Managing Director of the Union Trust Company of Detroit about the time of this gun’s manufacture in 1909. Accompanied by letter dated June 6, 1979, from John F. Miller, Far West Gallery of Palm Springs, California, stating factory configuration. Winchester records from SNs 146000-150799 are missing, but no doubt this gun is as fine as can be found. PROVENANCE: John F. Miller (Far West Gallery); Ex-Jay Lyndes Collection, 1979. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 95-98% orig blue with some minor spots of faint surface oxidation & faint mark from take-down lever. Receiver retains 94-95% orig blue, some minor flaking on take-down ring, some thinning across top & sharp edges. Hammer retains most of its orig case colors with a thin silver line on left side. Lever has dark case colors on side, thinning & silvering across bottom. Stock is sound with good checkering, minor nicks, scrapes & a few scratches, retaining most of its fine piano varnish finish. Forend is sound with minor nicks & scratches & some flaking to its fine piano varnish finish. Mechanics are crisp with a shiny bore. 50412-1 (40,000-80,000) – Lot 4104

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4105
$69,000.00

RARE AND EXTREMELY FINE ULRICH FACTORY ENGRAVED DELUXE WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 99572. Cal. 45-90. Deluxe special order Model ’86 with 26″ oct bbl, full magazine, ivory bead Lyman front sight and Marbles folding rear sight with a Lyman large loop tang sight. Receiver and forend cap are color case hardened and engraved in No. 10 style by most likely by Conrad or John Ulrich. Engraving consists of the large vignette of a standing whitetail buck in a mountain scene surrounded by a large counterpoint circle with foliate arabesque patterns front and back and a dbl line border. Right side is lightly engraved in matching foliate arabesque patterns and borders. Top and bottom of receiver, back of hammer slot and each side of forend cap are engraved to match. An identically engraved ’86 rifle is SN 99552 as pictured in The Winchester Book, Madis. Rifle is mounted with beautiful XXX center crotch, flame grain burl walnut with matching forearm, checkered in “H” style with serpentine pistol grip that has a black insert and a Winchester hard rubber buttplate. Left side of lower tang, under the wood, is marked with the assembly number “556” and “XXRB”. The assembly number is also found in the top tang channel of the buttstock. Although the code “XX” as stamped on the lower tang indicates medium quality wood, the wood mounted on this rifle is at least XXX with matching forearm. Accompanied by copy of a a Winchester Firearms Factory letter and a Cody Firearms Museum fact sheet which identifies this rifle, as found, with “$2.00” engraving, 45/90, oct bbl, plain trigger, checkered stock, pistol grip, Lyman front and rear sights, with blank in the rear seat, shotgun butt, and rubber butt plate. It was received in the warehouse on 2 May 1895 and shipped on 13 May 1895 to order #10873. PROVENANCE: Ex-Dave Bichrest (1997); Ex-Robert Howard Estate Collection; Ex-Wes Adams Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine overall, all matching. Bbl and magazine tube retain 96-98% strong orig factory blue with only faint sharp edge wear and a few small scattered nicks; receiver retains about all of its orig case colors, strong and bright in sheltered areas with traces of orig lacquer, lightly to moderately faded elsewhere; lever and hammer retain most of their orig case colors, strong & bright on sides, faded on outer edges; forend cap also retains about all of its orig case colors and about 50% orig lacquer with the exposed area moderately faded; wood is sound with very minor nicks & scratches and retains virtually all of its orig piano varnish finish; toe of rubber buttplate has a minor chip. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore; may have been fired but if so very little, bolt face retains most of its orig blue. 50412-10 (40,000-80,000) IVORY – Lot 4105

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4106
$46,000.00

EXTREMELY RARE ENGRAVED & GOLD INLAID WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 LEVER ACTION FACTORY EXHIBITION RIFLE.

SN 99580. Cal. 45-70. Spectacular ’86 with 26″ oct to rnd bbl, 2/3 magazine, ivory bead hunting front sight, slot blank in rear seat & Lyman tang sight. Receiver is factory engraved probably by John Ulrich, in a modified #10 style with a large panel on left side inlaid in gold script “Winchester / Repeating Arms Co. / 1895.” all surrounded by gold wire inlay. Right side has the vignette of a bugling bull elk. Mounted with 3-4X, extremely beautiful flame & shell grain American walnut with H-style checkered forearm and serpentine grip with black insert and Winchester hard rubber buttplate. Left side of lower tang is marked with assembly number “467”, a factory defaced assembly number “1140”, “XXS”. The “467” assembly number and the defaced assembly number are both found in top tang channel of buttstock. Bottom of buttstock has an inlaid gold initial oval inscribed with the intertwined “WRACO” initials. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum letter which identifies this rifle in caliber 45-70, half oct bbl, plain trigger, checkered stock with pistol grip, Lyman combination front sight and flat top sporting rear sight, 2/3 magazine, shotgun butt with rubber buttplate, inlaid in gold, $5.00 engraving, blue frame and “WINCHESTER R.A. CO. 1895”, received in warehouse May 23, 1895 and shipped same day to Order #11542, repair & return Jan. 6, 1899. It seems most likely that when this rifle was returned in 1899 it was factory refinished and the new assembly numbers stamped on tang & buttstock. Very likely the sights were changed at the same time. This rifle is pictured on p. 227 of The Book of Winchester Engraving, Wilson, and on p. 240 of Winchester Engraving, Wilson. Mr. Wilson notes that “It is likely the rifle was used as a sample or show gun.” PROVENANCE: Ex-Ivan B. Hart Collection; Ex-Wes Adams Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Overall retains virtually all of its fine, bright factory restored finish to both metal & wood showing no evidence of use since restoration. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. 50412-24 (40,000-80,000) IVORY – Lot 4106

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4107
$46,000.00

RARE AND VERY FINE SPECIAL ORDER EARLY DELUXE WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 4100. Cal. 45-90. Rare deluxe ’86 with 26″ full matted rnd bbl, full magazine with German silver Rocky Mountain front sight & an unmarked 1886-style 1,000 yard ladder rear sight. Mounted with highly figured, 3X center crotch, uncheckered American walnut with “H” style checkered forearm and serpentine pistol grip stock with black insert and full checkered hard rubber buttplate. Although this buttplate is not Winchester marked there is no doubt whatsoever that it is orig to this rifle. Left side of lower tang, under the wood, is stamped with the assembly number “2805”, “XXX”, “S” and “RB”. Matching assembly number is also found in the top tang channel of buttstock. Bbl address is on the top, forward of rear sight and was rolled through the matting. Caliber marking is on left side of chamber in order to accommodate the matting. Rifle is early style with spring screw that extends through the top tang. Accompanied by two Cody Firearms Museum letters, which are identical and identify this rifle in caliber 45-90 with rnd matted bbl, plain trigger, checkered stock with pistol grip, German silver Rocky Mountain front & sporting leaf rear sights, shotgun butt with rubber buttplate, received in warehouse Feb. 9, 1887 and shipped same day to Order #14698, returned & repaired Feb. 15, 1887. PROVENANCE: Ex-Wes Adams Collection. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl & magazine tube retain 96-97% strong orig blue with only light muzzle edge wear; receiver retains brilliant case colors on sides, lightly faded on right front and over the top with faint colors on belly; top tang is also fading; hammer retains bright case colors, faded on top edge; lever retains bright case colors on sides and in sheltered areas, fading to silver on outer front faces; wood is sound with a few, very minor nicks & scratches and one small rub on left side of buttstock with buttstock retaining 96-98% strong orig piano varnish; forearm retains about 75% strong orig piano varnish showing wear and turned dark on bottom rear edge. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. 50412-6 (40,000-80,000) – Lot 4107

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4108
$0.00

EXCELLENT DELUXE WINCHESTER 1886 SHORT RIFLE WITH CASE COLORED RECEIVER.

SN 11903. Cal. 40-65 WCF. Extra fancy deluxe Winchester sporting rifle with 20″ oct bbl with full magazine and case colored receiver with single set trigger. The extra fancy checkered pistol grip stock and forearm have a small ebony tip in pistol grip and case colored crescent buttplate. This rifle has features that are extremely uncommon and are verified by the factory letter; those items being an ivory knife blade front sight, 20″ oct bbl, and factory installed silver plate engraved with the name “John V. Rhoades”. Further research should be done on this fine rifle to find out more of its history. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine overall condition, with much blue finish remaining on bbl and full tube magazine. Case colors on receiver have turned somewhat with a balance of plum patina at base of receiver. Hammer and lever retain much vivid case colors with typical darkening on bottom of lever. The extra fancy walnut stocks are in very fine condition with sharp checkering and only slight wear and minor bruising from use. The knife blade front sight is an extreme oddity and is in exceptionally fine condition. An extremely rare factory deluxe short rifle. 50506-48 TDW (27,500-37,500) IVORY – Lot 4108

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4109
$37,375.00

RARE SPECIAL ORDER DELUXE CASE COLORED WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 108133. Cal. 45-70. Wonderful deluxe ’86 with 26″ oct to rnd bbl, full magazine, Lyman ivory bead hooded combination front sight, flat top rear sight and Lyman large disc tang sight with adjustable diopter. Mounted with very highly figured 2X American walnut with “H” style checkered forearm and capped pistol grip buttstock with deep fluted cheekpiece and Winchester hard rubber buttplate. Left side of lower tang, under the wood, is stamped with the assembly number “1029” and “XX”. The matching assembly number is also found in top tang channel of buttstock. Accompanied by two Cody Firearms Museum letters, one dated 1989 and the other 2006, both of which identify this rifle in cal. 45-70 with half oct bbl, plain trigger, checkered pistol grip stock, “dark stock”, special sights, rubber butt and cheekpiece, received in warehouse Feb. 28, 1896 and shipped same day. This is a beautiful deluxe ’86 with an especially rare deluxe wood cheekpiece. PROVENANCE: Ex-Wes Adams Estate Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine, all matching. Bbl and magazine tube retain about 99% crisp orig factory blue with only faint sharp edge wear; receiver retains about 95-96% strong orig case colors, bright on sides, lightly to moderately faded over the top and lightly cleaned down the center of the belly; hammer retains strong case colors, moderately faded on top edge; lever retains bright case colors on sides and in sheltered areas, moderately to heavily faded on out face; wood is sound with a few, very minor nicks & scratches and retains most of its fine varnish finish. Sights are crisp, retaining virtually all of their orig finish, though “certifiable antique ivory” Lyman combination bead sight has been reset in it’s dovetail slot with minor tool marks and small loss to finish to bbl at slot. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore, has seen very little use. 50412-3 (25,000-50,000) IVORY – Lot 4109

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4110
$25,875.00

*STUNNING WINCHESTER 1886 STANDARD GRADE LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 119683. Cal. 45-70. 26″ oct bbl, full magazine, half-nickel front sight with set screw, 1000-yd ladder rear sight, standard receiver. Mounted with select grade straight grain walnut, uncheckered straight grip, crescent butt with trapdoor, standard rifle forend. Accompanied by Cody Firearms Museum fact sheet identifying gun as 45-70 rifle with oct bbl & plain trigger; received in warehouse Oct. 2, 1899, & shipped Oct. 7, 1899, on order no. 40352. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl retains 98-99% orig blue with some faint sharp edge wear & some minor areas of tiny surface oxidation. Receiver retains nearly all of its dark orig case colors; still carrying lacquer in protected areas, faint thinning on sharp edges & slightly fading in front half of receiver; some minor faint surface oxidation. Hammer retains virtually all of its dark orig case colors. Lever has strong dark orig colors on sides, slightly fading & blending with brown patina on bottom. Stock is sound with a few minor nicks & bruises, carrying most of its orig varnish finish. Unusual butt plate with trapdoor retains strong orig case colors. Forend has some minor bruises, some nicks & scratches, slight wear across belly, retaining most of its orig varnish finish. Forend cap retains most of its brilliant orig case colors. Mechanics are crisp with bright shiny bore, as gun looks to have had very little use. 50412-77 (25,000-50,000) C&R – Lot 4110

4111
$25,875.00

NEAR MINT MODEL 1886 WINCHESTER SPECIAL ORDER TAKEDOWN LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 99093. Cal. 45-90. Scarce takedown rifle with 26″ full oct bbl, full magazine, German silver blade front sight, ladder sight, and patented tang sight, blued frame with case colored lever and hammer. Mounted with X flame grain American walnut with no checkering. Buttstock exhibits case colored crescent shaped buttplate. Rifle was not disassembled, but no doubt all matching and orig. Gun appears to have seen little use if any, retaining virtually all of its orig finish, other than one small area on right side at rear of receiver as seen in photos. CONDITION: Extremely fine overall, about 99% bright orig blue is retained on bbl and magazine though several light turning marks can be found rear of magazine tube ring. Blued frame and takedown ring exhibit about 98%+ orig finish with one reduction on right rear top of receiver which has turned plum/grey. Stocks are sound and well fit, retaining virtually all of their bright polished finish with minor light bruising on forestock. Loading lever, buttplate and hammer retain most of their bright case colors. Gun is mechanically excellent with crisp rifling and a shiny bore. 50412-78 JS (25,000-50,000) – Lot 4111

4112
$0.00

SPECTACULAR DELUXE WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 RIFLE WITH CASE COLORED RECEIVER.

SN 7584. Cal. 40-65 WCF. Winchester extra fancy rifle with deluxe checkered pistol grip, buttstock and forearm. Richly case colored receiver with 26″ oct bbl. Lyman front sight with folding tang sight. Case colored crescent buttplate, forend cap, hammer and finger lever. Manufactured in 1887, the second year of manufacturing for the Model 1886 rifle. Accompanied by factory letter confirming all this rifle’s special order features. CONDITION: Superb overall condition. Most all vivid case colors remain on receiver, hammer and finger lever. The factory applied lacquer still exists over most of the case colors and has turned to a slightly deft gloss. 26″ oct bbl retains virtually all finish with only a trivial loss on high points and crowns. Magazine is equally as fine with slight wear at muzzle end. The extra fancy deluxe walnut stocks retain most all of their period varnish with slight bruising from period use and are in exceptionally fine condition. The bolt retains virtually all of its bright blue as does the tang sights and trigger. A truly great example that would have a place in any great Winchester collection. 50506-47 TDW (25,000-40,000) – Lot 4112

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4113
$31,625.00

EXTREMELY FINE SPECIAL ORDER DELUXE WINCHESTER 1886 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 30429. Cal. 38-56 WCF, 28″ oct bbl, half magazine, Lyman ivory bead front sight, 1886-marked 1000yd ladder rear sight. Top flat of bbl marked “MANUFACTURED BY THE / WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN. CONN. U.S.A.” Adjacent receiver “38-56W.C.F.” Standard receiver with single set trigger and top tang equipped with Lyman peep sight, mounted with “X” walnut, checkered pistol grip, ebony insert in grip cap, crescent steel buttplate, H-style checkered forend with nose cap. Accompanied with Winchester factory letter identifying as 38-56 rifle, 28″ oct bbl, set trigger, checkered stock with pistol grip, Lyman front and rear sights, sporting leaf sight, half magazine. Received in warehouse August 30, 1889. Shipped same day on order number 1059. Inspection of lower tang reveals assembly number 3072X. Matching number can be found in top tang channel of stock and inside toe of buttplate. PROVENANCE: Ex-Randall Saba Collection; Ex-Wes Adams Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely Fine. Bbl retains 98-99% orig blue with a few minor small handling marks and just starting to show bright on sharp edges. Receiver retains 97-98% orig case colors, just starting to thin on bottom, front portion and sharp edges. There are a couple very small spots of brown surface oxidation. Hammer retains virtually all of its fine dark orig case colors with some faint silvering on left side. Lever retains strong dark orig case colors with some fine brown spotting on bottom of loop. Stock is sound with sharp crisp checkering, a few minor handling marks, retaining virtually all of its fine orig piano varnish finish. Buttplate shows good orig case colors blending with some brown patina. Stock is sound with sharp crisp checkering, a few minor handling marks and retains its fine orig piano varnish finish. Nosecap retains nearly all of its vibrant, orig case colors. Mechanics are crisp, including set trigger, bright shiny bore as gun has seen very little use. 50412-9 (25,000-50,000) IVORY – Lot 4113

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4114
$0.00

STUNNING DELUXE WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 WITH DOUBLE SET TRIGGERS.

SN 108120. Cal. 40-82 WCF. Case colored deluxe 1886 with 26″ full oct bbl and full magazine. Double set triggers and crescent butt. The deluxe checkered buttstock and forearm are of highly figured walnut and are a wonderful match. Case colored receiver as well as hammer, lever, forend cap and buttplate. CONDITION: Superb overall condition. Bbl and magazine tube retain most all of their blue finish with very slight wear on the high points and edges of the tapered oct bbl. Slight finish loss at end of magazine tube. The receiver retains an enormous amount of very vivid of case colored finish with typical fading at balance point and forward of loading gate. Buttplate and forend cap both retain light case colors and are very fine. Finger lever retains much case colors with slight darkening from use. Bore and mechanics are exceptional. Accompanied with a factory letter indicating all these special features and date of shipment 12-11-1896. 50506-54 TDW (20,000-35,000) – Lot 4114

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4116
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EXCEEDINGLY RARE AND DESIRABLE WINCHESTER 1886 CASE COLOR DELUXE EXTRA LENGTH RIFLE.

SN 55436. Cal. 46-90 WCF. Manufactured April 1891 Deluxe Extra Fancy Model 1886 45-90 rifle with case colored receiver, hammer, lever and forend cap. Swiss butt with factory sling swivels and THIRTY inch matted bbl and full magazine. Highly figured 2X flame crotch walnut pistol grip checkered butt and forearm checkered in the H pattern. Marbles folding tang sight with sporting Lyman ivory bead blade front sight. Single set trigger with the initials “HvHG”. Accompanied with factory letter provided by The Buffalo Bill Historical Center in Cody, Wyoming. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine. Much orig blue finish remaining on bbl with balance turning plum. 30″ magazine tube has somewhat turned brown. Receiver has a large amount of vivid case colors in protected areas while turning dark towards front of receiver and somewhat silvering on bottom. Hammer appears to have a large amount of case colors under years of dried grease that has remained undisturbed. Lever is as hammer with moderate case colors and pleasantly dried grease. Highly figured deluxe walnut stocks with ebony inlay at pistol grip are very fine with typical numerous small nicks and abrasions with several larger scrapes on forearm but still retain a very large amount of the orig piano varnish finish. Bore and mechanics are very good. Set trigger functioning properly. Swiss butt has mellowed to an even mustard and matting on top of bbl is very fine with typical edge wear that is found on this extra rare option. Factory documentation indicates the rifle was shipped with oct bbl, deluxe checkered pistol grip stocks, set trigger, cal 45-90, swing swivels, Swiss butt, and was shipped April 1891. There are two other dates of interest on the letter which are believed to be return and repair or possible upgrade dated May 19, 1894, and April 5, 1895. A very fine example that is uncleaned and in a pleasant state of preservation. 50506-50 TDW (20,000-30,000) IVORY – Lot 4116

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4118
$0.00

*VERY FINE FACTORY ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 DELUXE TAKEDOWN RIFLE.

SN 144701. Cal. 33 WCF. 24″ rnd bbl. Half magazine with takedown feature. Blue finish. Nicely figured XX checkered American walnut stocks with shotgun butt. Factory engraved number 9 style with a vignette of a bear on left side of receiver, bordered by scroll work on front and rear, with a straight line dbl border overall, with walking punch and dot accents. Right side of receiver shows a vignette on the forward part of a big-horn ram. Loading gate is bordered with scroll decoration and the same 2-line border as left side. Top of receiver has line engraving with small scroll at forward end. Ejector port has wavy line punch dot accents. Upper tang has line scroll accent behind hammer. Tang mark is bordered by dbl line accent. Bottom of receiver also has line scroll at forward end with a half moon accent. There is a scalloped shell decoration in front of lever hinge. Breech-end of bbl has line scroll decoration. Takedown ring also has a line border. Forend cap has line scroll decoration with a border. Bbl has 2-line Winchester address rolled on left side near forend cap. Breech of bbl has “Nickel Steel Bbl especially for smokeless powder” in front of cal mark on left side. Lyman front-sight with ivory bead. Rear-sight mortise is filled with a blank. Upper tang of receiver is marked Model 1886 over Winchester over trademark. SN is stamped behind lever on lower tang. Patent marks are stamp under lever. Lower tang has assembly no. “613” followed by “XX”. Upper tang shows “17” in front of a triangle proof. Upper tang mortise of buttstock shows assembly no. “613”. Hard rubber buttplate is not marked. Accompanying this rifle is a Cody Firearms Museum Letter dated September 16, 2008, showing rifle, 33 cal, rnd bbl, plain trigger, fancy checkered stock, Lyman front and rear sights, blank in rear seat, half magazine, shotgun butt with rubber buttplate, takedown, and engraved $4.00 number 9, substitute vignette no. 3 and no. 12. Showing shipment on July 6, 1908. Order no. 153856B. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine, with a very professional, possibly factory restored finish overall. Bbl retains 95% blue finish that is drifting to a plumb-brown to forward-end with some slight muzzle wear. All marks and engraving are sharp. Bore is slightly frosty with strong rifling. Magazine and takedown ring also show 90+% blue finish. Receiver shows 90% blue finish with sharp engraving, sharp markings, and a few slight scratches overall. Bolt shows 80% slightly faded blue with some cleaning marks. Hammer shows vivid case color overall, slightly faded on top with sharp checkering. Lever shows vivid case color in protected areas turning a smooth silver-brown patina on outer edge. Stocks are very good, full-sized, with sharp checkering. Stocks retain nearly all of dull varnish finish with slight handling marks overall. Buttstock shows a couple of small repairs at toe. Varnish finish has been professionally refreshed. Forend shows orig varnish finish with some loss on left side. A very attractive factory engraved Model 1886 rifle with many special features that has had a very professional, possibly factory restoration. 50936-3 TEP (20,000-30,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 4118

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4119
$34,500.00

SPECTACULAR DELUXE WINCHESTER 1886 SPECIAL ORDER RIFLE.

SN 69336. Cal. 45-90 WCF. Model 1886 deluxe rifle with rare extra heavy 22″ oct bbl. Blue finish with case colored receiver and highly figured checkered pistol grip buttstock with 13″ length of pull and trap in butt for cleaning rod. Matching deluxe checked forearm. Rifle is mounted with lyman tang sight,folding mid sight and folding Beech front sight. Equipped with single set trigger and is accompanied with correct 4-pc cleaning rod. CONDITION: Superb overall condition, with much blue finish remaining on bbl and tube magazine. The highly figured deluxe stocks are very fine condition with typical light wear at balance point on forearm and several small areas of light bruising on butt stock. The case colored receiver has limited amounts of case coloring in protected areas with balance having turned somewhat grey. Folding front Beech sight has most of its gold plate remaining and functions properly. Folding rear tang sight functions properly and is consistent in coloring with balance of rifle. Buttplate has very minor spotting with balance having silvered. The bore and mechanics, inclusive of the set trigger, are exceptionally fine. Attached with this rifle is a factory letter verifying all these special features and shipment date of 8-6-1892. 50506-52 TDW (17,500-27,500) – Lot 4119

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4120
$0.00

SUPERB WINCHESTER 1886 DELUXE EXTRA FANCY RIFLE CALIBER 45-90.

SN 4962. Cal. 45-90 WFC. Case colored deluxe extra fancy 1886 Winchester rifle with 26″ full oct bbl and full magazine. Second year of manufacture 1887 with sporting ivory bead front sight and full buckhorn sporting rear sight. Highly figured select walnut stocks with checkered pistol grip and checkered forearm done in the H pattern. Pistol grip has traditional small ebony inlay and buttstock is fitted with the early thick patterned crescent buttplate. Factory equipped with single set trigger. Case colored receiver, crescent buttplate, forend cap, hammer and finger lever. Bbl has traditional early 2-line address forward of rear sight “-MANUFACTURED BY THE-/WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO. NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.S.A.-“. Chamber marked with traditional “45-90 W.C.F.” caliber marking. There are no violent proofs on receiver or bbl. Accompanied by factory documentation from The Buffalo Bill Historical Center in Cody, Wyoming, in the form of a factory letter. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall condition, this second year production 1886 is in a very fine state of preservation with most factory blue finish remaining on bbl and magazine with slight wear at muzzle and crowns of oct flats. Magazine band has turned rather plum in appearance. Magazine tube shows very slight finish loss at muzzle end and thinning of finish on left side just forward of forend cap. Receiver retains most vivid case coloring on loading gate side with silvering occurring at the confluence of receiver and right side of forearm. Left side of receiver has strong traces of case coloring with slight staining at forward end. Bottom of frame has somewhat silvered with slight darkening towards bottom of forearm. Tang which has the early single line marking “-MODEL 1886-” has strong case colors in protected areas around hammer with balance towards tang screw turning rather plum. Crescent buttplate is mostly silvered with shadows of case coloring remaining. The highly figured deluxe pistol grip buttstock is very fine with most finish remaining with typical loss at wrist from handling and use. Numerous period small bruises and scratches are evident but more so on left side. Deluxe checkered forearm retains approximately half of the factory varnish with finish loss and checkering wear in central area and on bottom. Bore and mechanics are exceptional and single set trigger is functioning properly. A very fine overall condition second year of manufacture extra fancy deluxe Model 1886. 50506-46 TDW (17,500-27,500) IVORY – Lot 4120

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4121
$0.00

SUPERB DELUXE 1886 WINCHESTER RIFLE CALIBER 45-90.

SN 62753. Cal. 45-90 WCF. Winchester Model 1886 deluxe rifle with 26″ round bbl. Case colored receiver, hammer, buttplate, forend cap and finger lever. Exceptional deluxe checkered pistol grip, buttstock and forearm are of the finest highly figured walnut with deluxe gloss finish. Lyman front sight with folding tang sight and buckhorn rear sight. Rifle configuration is verified by accompanying factory letter. Rifle was shipped 10-17-1891. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall condition, with most all blue finish remaining on bbl and tube. Very minimal amount of muzzle wear and several very minor blemishes. The highly figured deluxe walnut stocks are in superb condition with no cracks, only light wear at balance point and several very minor bruises from period use and several very minor scratches in the forearm that are of period. Bore and mechanics are exceptionally fine. Receiver is very fine with vivid case colors with slight thinning and wear at balance point. Hammer and finger lever retain a tremendous amount of their vivid case colors with thinning on bottom of lever as to be expected from carry. Crescent buttplate and forend cap also retain case colors and look very good. A very fine deluxe 1886 rifle. 50506-51 TDW (15,000-25,000) – Lot 4121

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4122
$0.00

*EXTREMELY RARE SEMI-DELUXE WINCHESTER BIG 50 TAKE-DOWN LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 145020. Cal. 50 Express (50-110). Blue finish with 26″ rnd bbl, half-magazine take-down with express front sight and platinum line 3-leaf express sight in the rear seat. Mounted with uncheckered, straight grain American walnut with standard forearm and uncheckered, capped pistol grip stock with crescent buttplate. Buttstock & forend cap have sling eyes. Left side of lower tang, under the wood, is marked with the assembly number “653” and a “0” and an “F”. Matching assembly number is also found in top tang channel of buttstock and inside toe of buttplate. The recess in the buttstock, under the buttplate, contains one orig “WRACO” 50-110 WHV cartridge wrapped in a strip of old muslin. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum letter which identifies this rifle in Cal. 50 Express with rnd nickel steel bbl, 4-cartridge magazine, take-down, plain trigger, plain wood, pistol grip stock, sling eyes, “Winchester High Velocity”, received in warehouse March 25, 1909 and shipped the same day with one other Model 1886 to order number 197064. These big bore rifles were extremely popular in the Rocky Mountain region, Northwest Territories & Alaska as well India and in Africa for extremely large game. They usually are found with shotgun buttplate as it is fairly well known that the severe recoil of this Cal. was very punishing with a crescent buttplate. PROVENANCE: Ex-Mike Ginn Collection. CONDITION: Very fine, all matching. Bbl & magazine tube retain 95-96% strong orig blue with slight muzzle end wear, some minor chemical spotting & a couple of small spots of rust. Receiver retains about 80% orig blue showing wear on the bottom, over the receiver ring & top rear edges, with some light flaking on the sides. Bbl extension retains strong traces orig blue with the balance a grey patina. Lever & hammer retain muted case colors, turned silver/gray on top edge of hammer and outer faces of the lever with small areas of staining & pinprick pitting. Buttplate is a grey patina. Buttstock has an longitudinal 3″ crack repaired by the top tang, otherwise wood is sound with a number of light nicks & dings and a series of scratches on the buttstock. Stocks retain most of an old restored varnish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. Cartridge is fine. 50142-16 (15,000-20,000) C&R – Lot 4122

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4123
$0.00
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STUNNING WINCHESTER DELUXE CASE COLOR 1886 RIFLE.

SN 68503. Cal. 40-65. 22″ full oct bbl with full magazine. Case color receiver, hammer, finger lever, forend cap and crescent buttplate. 2-pc deluxe checkered 2-3X flame center cut crotch walnut pistol grip stocks with crescent butt. Lyman sporting blade front sight with sporting rear sight and Marbles folding rear tang sight. Masterfully restored by Turnbull Mfg. and Restoration Co. to an exhibition standard. CONDITION: 22″ bbl properly marked with a 2-line Winchester address on top flat with “40-65 WCF” chamber marking on left bbl flat to rear of rear sight. Bbl and magazine tube are as new with no finish loss whatsoever. The polish and bluing is as if Winchester themselves had done it yesterday. The vivid and bold case colored receiver, finger lever, hammer, forend cap and crescent butt have rich reds and vivid blues in their coloring structure with a somewhat straw finished background. The colors resemble an appearance of oil on water. All these illustrious case colors are lacquer finished as Winchester did in 1892 when this rifle was originally manufactured. the 2-3X flame center cut crotch walnut is checkered in the Winchester H pattern and is finished to its highest level with an extra piano finish, capturing the golden era of Winchester manufacturing and creating a piece of mechanical art. 51005-4 TDW (15,000-20,000) – Lot 4123

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4124
$0.00
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SPECTACULAR DELUXE WINCHESTER 1886 CASE COLORED WITH MATTED BARREL.

SN 59282. Manufacture 1891 with 26″ rnd matted bbl and button magazine. Case color receiver, finger lever, hammer and forend cap. Extra fancy checkered pistol grip stocks with shotgun butt. Mounted with Lyman tang sight as well as folding express rear sight and sporting front. CONDITION: As new as restored by Turnbull Restorations. The perfectly performed bluing and matted bbl are as new with no evidence of wear or distress. The 2-line Winchester address properly rolled in the matting is executed to perfection. The “45-90 WCF” cal. marking is crisp. The vivid case colors which are full of reds/blues setting on a semi-straw background are as if done by Winchester themselves in the 1890’s. All color and lacquer are perfect with no imperfections that can be found. All screwheads are flawless with no tool markings. The 2-3X flame center cut crotch walnut stocks are exceptionally well restored and checkered in Winchester’s own H pattern with small trademark ebony inlay at pistol grip. A small repair on forward section of comb has been done to the orig stocks and blended masterfully. All brilliant piano varnish finish is intact and as new. A perfect restoration to the highest degree. 51005-7 TDW (12,500-17,500) – Lot 4124

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4125
$17,250.00

*RARE WINCHESTER 1886 DELUXE 50 EXPRESS TAKEDOWN RIFLE.

SN 149072. Cal. 50 Express. Extremely rare big bore takedown deluxe with 26″ round matted bbl with 3-leaf folding express sights. Mounted with 2X flame grained center cut crotch walnut checkered pistol grip deluxe stocks with shotgun butt. Blue finish with case color hammer and lever and half magazine takedown option. It has been estimated that there are less than 250 Winchester rifles manufactured in this cal. with these options. CONDITION: Overall condition is very fine. Rifle manufactured in 1906 with most of its deep Winchester blue finish remaining on matted round barrel with slight muzzle wear and several very small areas of distress from takedown lever and on bottom of barrel which is so very common in half magazine rifles. The receiver and receiver extension are very fine, with finish turning somewhat plum on upper edge over top of loading gate and on bottom of receiver from hand carry. Typical thinning of finish on high points over chamber and outer edges of receiver flats. Tang has typical loss of finish turning mellow plum. All screws are exceptionally fine, with little or no evidence of having any tool damage. Most screwheads have somewhat silvered and lost their fire blue finish. Case colored hammer and lever have strong colors remaining with typical high point finish wear but are very fine. The deluxe extra finish stocks have numerous very small bruises and light scratching but retain virtually all of their piano varnish finish. The rifle overall is quite stunning and very appealing as a big bore express rifle with matted barrel. 51033-28 TDW (12,000-20,000) C&R – Lot 4125

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4126
$0.00

SUPERB CASE COLORED ANTIQUE WINCHESTER 1886 RIFLE.

SN 77663. Cal. 45-70. 26″ oct bbl with nickel silver bladed sporting front sight and “1886” dated sporting folding staff rear sight. Bbl has traditional 2-line Winchester address on top bbl flat. Marked “45-70″ on top flat over chamber. Case colored receiver, hammer, finger lever, buttplate and forend cap. 2-pc nicely figured walnut stocks with crescent butt. Manufactured 1893 and is accompanied with factory letter verifying this configuration. CONDITION: Fine overall condition, with much factory blue finish remaining with several areas of finish loss now turning plum on muzzle of bbl and 12″ from muzzle on right side bbl flats. All corners of oct flats are sharp and fine. Full length tube magazine has slight pitting encompassing the last 4”, but has aged very well and now is rather plum overall. Case colored solid receiver has strong vivid case colors with area of darkening and light pitting on right side of receiver above loading gate assembly. Left side of receiver and top of chamber are excellent with vivid case colors and much factory lacquer remaining with some very minor lacquer loss and several very small areas of slight pitting. Upper and lower tangs are exceptionally fine with most all slightly fading case colors remaining. Walnut forearm is very fine with several small bruises on right hand side that are now slightly oil darkened but most all factory varnish remains. Buttstock very fine with several small bruises at wrist and several compression scratches towards crescent butt. An area of oil staining is present surrounding upper tang and climbing onto comb. This is a very pleasant and fine overall antique 1886 rifle with excellent bore and mechanics. 51033-1 TDW (10,000-18,000) – Lot 4126

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4127
$7,475.00

WINCHESTER SECOND MODEL 1886 OCTAGON BARREL FULL MAGAZINE TAKEDOWN RIFLE WITH SHOTGUN BUTTPLATE.

SN 102016. Cal. 45-90. 26″ oct bbl. Full magazine with takedown feature. Blue finish. Straight grained American walnut stocks with hard rubber shotgun buttplate. Bbl shows standard 2-line Winchester address rolled on top. German silver blade front-sight sporting rear-sight. Cal mark at breech-end. Receiver has Model 1886 marked on upper tang with lines on either side. SN is stamped on lower tang behind lower lever. No assembly nos. were observed. Buttstock has Winchester type sling swivel base installed in stock. This is not a factory installation. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl and magazine tube show a considerable amount of blue finish, mostly drifting to a smooth plumb-brown patina with only slight scratches. magazine tube shows takedown rotation marks. Markings are sharp. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver retains 80% bright blue finish with some light scratches overall and wear at forward end near takedown ring. Loading gate shows a generous amount of fire-blue. All receiver markings are sharp. Hammer shows a considerable amount of case color vivid on left side. Lever also shows most of the dulling case color that is blended with a silver-gray patina. Color is also more vivid on left side. Stocks are fine, full-sized, and retain nearly all the varnish finish with some very light handling marks. Forend shows nice figure. Swivel mount in buttstock is of the Winchester type, but was installed later. Swivel mount has a crusty brown patina. Buttplate is fine with sharp checkering and a crisp logo. Forend cap retains 80% blue with a few scratches and high point wear. A very fine Winchester 86 rifle in a very desirable cal and configuration. Manufactured in 1895. 51087-14 TEP (8,500-12,000) – Lot 4127

4128
$8,625.00

*EXTREMELY FINE WINCHESTER 1886 SEMI-DELUXE TAKEDOWN LIGHTWEIGHT RIFLE.

SN 122707. Cal. 45-70 WCF. Manufactured in 1900 with 22″ lightweight tapered bbl and half magazine. Winchester Semi-Deluxe Takedown with Lyman folding tang sight, folding rear sporting sight, Lyman patent ivory bead and checkered pistol grip stock with Winchester hard rubber buttplate. Blue finish overall with case colored hammer and lever and plain trigger. Winchester hard rubber pistol grip cap. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine overall condition, with most all blue finish remaining on bbl and magazine. Vivid case colors remain on hammer and lever with light silvering at bottom of lever from period use. High polish commercial blue finish remains on most of the receiver with the exception of balance point from minor use. 2-pc select walnut stocks are properly factory checkered and retain most of their factory varnish with slight wear from handling on bottom of forearm and edges of butt. Bore and mechanics are exceptional. Bbl is marked with traditional 2-line address forward of sight and the early nickel steel marking left side of chamber. This is an extremely fine and desirable extra lightweight takedown configuration and typically when found have been hard used. 50594-68 TDW (7,500-12,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 4128

4129
$8,050.00
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STUNNING TURNBULL RESTORATION WINCHESTER 1886 CASE COLOR SADDLE RING CARBINE.

SN 113618. Cal. 38-56. 22″ carbine bbl with traditional 2-line Winchester address and marked “38-56 WCF” over chamber. Carbine blade front sight and carbine folding staff sporting rear sight. Case colored receiver, hammer, finger lever and carbine butt with blue saddle ring and stud. 2-pc fine straight grained American walnut stocks. CONDITION: Spectacular overall condition, with deep rust blue bbl and full length magazine with no trace of wear or distress. The factory style highly polished charcoaled blue bbl bands are perfect with no signs of wear or distress. The case colored receiver, finger lever, hammer and buttplate are as only Turnbull Restorations can do with the most vivid of colors which perfectly emulate Winchester’s own. The condition is as new with all varnish remaining and no signs of distress. The walnut stocks are beautifully varnished in the traditional Winchester fashion with all sharp corners with no material loss and are fitted excellently. Charcoal blue trigger, saddle ring, saddle ring stud and rear sight are appropriately colored and are exceptional. A beautiful example of restoration being done to its highest standard. Manufactured 1897. 51005-11 TDW (7,500-9,500) – Lot 4129

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4130
$8,050.00

SPECTACULAR WINCHESTER 1886 CASE COLORED SPORTING RIFLE.

SN 101415. Cal. 45-90 WCF. Manufactured 1895 with full oct 26″ bbl and full magazine. Case colored receiver, hammer, lever, crescent buttplate and forend cap. Varnished 2-pc walnut stocks and bbl is mounted with sporting front sight with nickel silver blade and traditional Model 28 sporting rear sight. Accompanied is a factory letter indicating this configuration on date of shipment of June 27, 1895. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall condition, with most bright and vivid case colors remaining on receiver, hammer and forend cap. Bbl and magazine tube retain virtually all factory finish with only the slightest traces of edge wear at high points. Case colored crescent buttplate and finger lever both have strong traces of color remaining with balance having somewhat silvered. Bolt and loading gate both retain virtually all of their bright factory finish. Bore and mechanics are exceptional. All screwheads are very fine with no signs of distress or tampering. Walnut stocks retain virtually all of their period varnish finish with only the most minor traces of period use. This is a fine and exceptional example of the traditional 1886 rifle. 50506-53 TDW (6,000-10,000) – Lot 4130

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4131
$5,175.00

*RARE WINCHESTER MODEL 1886 LINE GUN.

SN 154404A. Cal. 45-70 SB. 14″ bbl. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with crescent buttplate. Bbl shows a 2-line Winchester address rolled on forward left flat. No front-sight. Blade-sight mounted in mortise 5″ in front of receiver. No rear sight. Breech-end of bbl is marked “45-70” on left flat. WP proof in circle on top flat in front of receiver. Upper tang reads Model 1886 over Winchester over trademark. SN is stamped on lower tang behind lever. Stock is stamped on left side “CG Edenton NC”. This rifle is listed by SN on the BATF list of weapons removed from the NFA as collectors items and classified as Curio or Relics under the GCA. CONDITION: Very good to fine, for this model. Bbl retains 50% blue finish that is drifting to a plumb-brown with high point wear and a few dents and scratches. Markings are sharp. Bore is frosty with some stains. Magazine tube retains 60-70% blue finish with a few scratches. Receiver shows 30% blue with some staining and light pitting on left forward side. Screws are not molested. Markings are sharp and clear. Hammer and lever show a considerable amount of finish with some light rust stains that would be expected for this type of gun. Trigger also shows rust stain overall. Stocks are very good, full-sized, and retain nearly all of oil finish, with a few scratches and dents. Mark on buttstock is clear. An opportunity to obtain a very rare example of a Winchester Model 86 Linegun in far above average condition, which is directly associated with the United States Coast Guard. 50974-2 TEP (6,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 4131

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4132
$0.00

*1886 WINCHESTER 45-70 OCTAGON RIFLE.

SN 130517. Cal. 45-70. Manufactured in 1903, octagon barrel caliber 45-70 with full magazine, blue receiver with case color hammer and lever, and 2-pc walnut stocks with crescent butt. 23″ oct bbl with Watson sporting front sight and D.W. King sporting rear sight. Traditional 2-line Winchester address on top bbl flat with “45-70” cal. marking at rear bbl on top flat. Blue receiver with tang marked “-Model 1886-“. 2-pc straight grain walnut stocks with standard forend cap and crescent butt. Factory letter included indicating rifle was returned to the factory in 1908. Consignor’s notes state that the gun was sent back to the factory for shortening of the barrel. CONDITION: Good as having been modified. Oct bbl and magazine tube have been shortened to a length of 23”. Minor finish loss on corners of bbl flats with thinning of finish towards muzzle with balance turning plum. Magazine tube with replacement magazine guide have been finished in a plum brown finish. Forend cap has had a 1/8″ sling swivel stud brazed into place. Receiver retains approximately one-third of its bright factory blue with thinning on bottom of receiver, as well as finish loss on high points of upper edges of receiver with upper tang having been worn silver. Balance of finish on receiver has turned somewhat plum with silvering at high points. Crescent butt is brown overall. Case colored hammer and lever have traces of case color in protected areas with balance having turned silver. Buttstock having been sanded and refinished at some previous point and having evidence of a fracture in the upper wrist area that has been repaired and is quite stable. Wood loss is evident along upper tang on left side and at confluence of stock with receiver on right. Bore has strong rifling with small areas of darkness in grooves. Mechanics are crisp and tight. 51033-2 (8,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 4132

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4133
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*A WONDERFUL HISTORIC PAIR OF RIFLES THAT WERE THE PROPERTY OF THOMAS M. PRINGLE WHO WAS A SHARP SHOOTER WITH THE BUFFALO BILL WILD WEST SHOW WHOSE STAGE NAME WAS T.H. FORD. PAIR CONSISTS OF A FACTORY PRESENTATION MARLIN 92 FACTORY ENGRAVED RIFLE AND A WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 SMOOTH BORE RIFLE WITH FULL SILVER FINISH.

SN 123275 / 262395. 1) Cal. 22. 24″ half rnd half oct bbl. Blue and case color finish. Nicely figured checkered walnut stocks with pistol grip. Engraving, although not mentioned on the letter is definitely of the factory style. Left side of receiver has a circular vignette with an image of a squirrel in a tree eating an acorn. Vignette is surrounded by vine scroll work with a very fine punch dot background. Bolt is line engraved. Engraving has a line and punch dot border. Right side of receiver has vine and floral motif engraving also with a fine punch dot background. Top of receiver has vine scroll on forward end with line engraving accenting the Marlin safety mark. Triangular accents are seen around hammer ending in line scroll border. Upper tang mark is also bordered with line scroll. Upper tang screw has sunburst accents. Bottom of receiver also shows diamond accent with vine scrolling. Bbl shows 2-line Marlin address rolled in front of rear-sight. Front-sight is a fine blade. Rear-sight is unique with a fine notch and is tilted to rear. Breech end of bbl has line scroll engraving with fine line accents. Top of bbl is engraved “Compliments of” at rear of rnd section in front of Marlin address. No cal mark. Forend cap has line borders with circular accents. Upper tang of receiver is marked Model 1892. Top of receiver is marked Marlin Safety with finials. SN is stamped on bottom of receiver at forward end. Stocks show a fine varnish finish with nicely figured wood and diamond pattern checkering. Accompanying this rifle is a Cody Firearms Museum Letter confirming cal, half oct bbl, pistol grip, and showing shipment on October 15, 1895. No mention is made of the engraving, but engraving is, in the opinion of this cataloger, 100% orig, as is the “Compliments of” engraving on bbl. This rifle is accompanied by a notarized affidavit from Lydia Harris dated December 31, 1987, in which she states “that she is the grandaughter of Thomas M. Pringle and that this rifle, mentioned by SN, was his personal gun that he used in exhibition shooting”. 2) Cal. 32 WCF. Smooth Bore. 24″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Full silver finish with XX checkered walnut stocks with pistol grip and hard rubber shotgun butt. Bbl shows standard 2-line Winchester address rolled in front of rear-sight with cal mark at breech-end and a WP proof in an oval. Front-sight is of the sheard type made by Marble. Rear-sight is sporting style with sliding elevation adjustment. Receiver is marked Model 1892 over Winchester over trademark on upper tang. There is a WP proof at forward top of receiver. SN is stamped on forward bottom of receiver. Assembly no. “20946” is stamped on left side of lower tang followed by “XX” and “R”. Upper tang mortise of buttstock also shows assembly no. “20946”. Buttplate is not marked. This rifle is accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum Letter dated February 24, 2004. Letter states rifle, 32 cal, oct smooth bore bbl, plain trigger, checkered stock with pistol grip, Lyman Jack front-sight, shotgun butt with rubber buttplate, and full silver plated. Shipment was on April 29, 1905. Order number 7807, with a return and repair on January 27, 1910. Order number 28244. This rifle is accompanied by a notarized affidavit from Lydia Harris dated December 31, 1987, in which she states “that she is the grandaughter of Thomas M. Pringle and that this rifle, mentioned by SN, was his personal gun that he used in exhibition shooting”. CONDITION: 1) Very fine. Bbl shows 80% dull blue finish with a few handling marks and slight muzzle wear. All markings and engraving are sharp. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Magazine tube shows a plumb-brown patina with traces of blue in protected areas. Receiver engraving is sharp and crisp. Receiver shows generous traces of case color in protected areas at front end rear of frame and on lower tang under lever. All receiver markings are sharp. Stocks are very fine and retain nearly all orig varnish finish with only slight handling marks. This is a very well maintained rifle that belonged to a professional shooter. 2) Very fine. Bbl retains 90% of orig silver finish turning a pleasing black patina with only some high point wear and a few light scratches. Bbl marks are sharp. Bore is slightly frosty and very clean. Magazine tube retains a generous amount of silver finish, blending with some plumb-brown patina on bottom. Receiver retains 80% silver finish that has turned a black patina on left side, around trigger, on bolt and around hammer. Right side of receiver has a speckled appearance. Lever also retains almost all the silver finish that has speckled with black patina in protected areas. Hammer retains almost all of silver finish that has turned a dark black patina. Trigger shows black patina finish overall. Stocks are fine and retain nearly all of varnish finish with some handling marks, especially on right side of buttstock. Checkering is sharp. Hard rubber buttplate is very good with a few small scratches and dents, with a sharp Winchester logo. Pistol grip cap is very good with sharp markings and a nicely engraved screw. Forend cap retains 80% speckled silver finish with some black patina blended in. NOTE: These rifles are accompanied by a ream of rock solid provenance that substantiates the claims made in the Affidavit by Lydia Harris. Both rifles also show ample evidence of their use by a professional shooter. 50677-4 TEP (30,000-50,000) C&R – Lot 4133

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4134
$0.00

*VERY FINE EXTRA FANCY WINCHESTER DELUXE TAKE-DOWN 1892 RIFLE.

SN 166683. Cal. 25-20 WCF. Extra fancy deluxe Model 1892 with 24″ oct bbl, double set triggers and deluxe extra fancy checkered pistol grip stocks with crescent buttplate and takedown option. Manufactured 1903 and is accompanied with a copy of factory letter verifying this configuration. CONDITION: Very fine overall with superb, highly figured extra finish stocks. Most vivid case color finish remains on hammer and lever. Oct bbl and full length magazine retain much of their factory finish but have suffered some loss of finish on left hand side from evident poor storage at some previous time. Receiver retains as well much factory high polished blue finish, however, has several areas of finish loss with light pitting from corrosion from a previous time. Double set triggers are an extreme rarity on the Model 1892 and these function properly and with ease. Bore and mechanics are exceptional. A very fine deluxe 1892. 50506-57 TDW (10,000-15,000) – Lot 4134

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4135
$10,925.00

*RARE DELUXE WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 SADDLE RING CARBINE.

SN 928254. Cal. 38 WCF (38-40). Wonderful special order deluxe carbine with 20″ rnd bbl, ivory bead square base front sight and carbine ladder rear sight. It has half magazine with bbl band and a staple & ring in left side of receiver. Top tang is mounted with a Lyman large loop tang sight. Carbine is mounted with about 3X, center crotch, flame grain American walnut with “H” style checkered forearm and straight stock with Winchester embossed hard rubber buttplate that has turned chocolate. Left side of lower tang, under the wood is stamped “00” and top tang channel of buttstock is marked “94”. Special order ’92 carbines are rare and deluxe versions are extremely rare and late manufactured models are notoriously irregular in the assembly markings on the tang and wood. PROVENANCE: Dr. Edmund Lewis Collection Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Overall retains most of its strong orig factory finish with a few light freckles on bbl, magazine cap, bbl band and left side of receiver. Right side of receiver has some light surface mars that may clean. Bolt has a few light freckles of finish loss and there is some faint thinning on bottom of receiver. Lever is flaked, not worn, and retain about 85% strong orig blue with loss areas a medium to dark patina. Wood fits perfectly and overall retains virtually all of its brilliant piano varnish finish with a few light nicks & scratches. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore, possibly unfired retaining most of blue on the bolt face. 50412-76 (8,000-12,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 4135

4136
$8,625.00

EXCEPTIONALLY RARE ANTIQUE WINCHESTER 1892 DELUXE SHORT RIFLE CALIBER 44 WCF.

SN 45133. Cal. 44 WCF. Extra fancy deluxe special order 1892 short rifle manufactured in 1895. 16″ rnd bbl with 2-line Winchester address on top forward of rear sight. Lyman patent ivory bead front sight. Blue receiver with smooth steel shotgun butt. Special order 2-3X flame center cut crotch walnut stocks are checkered in the Winchester H pattern. This extremely rare 1892 short rifle is completely documented by factory records and is accompanied by a letter from the Buffalo Bill Historical Center in Cody, WY. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine as refinished, with most all blue finish remaining on bbl with very slight muzzle wear and several very small areas of finish loss in and around the address area. The receiver retains most all finish with a small area of loss just forward of ejection port and two extremely small spots of finish loss to the rear of loading gate. The extra fancy 7-5/8″ deluxe forearm has numerous small light bruises and scratches that appear to be period but have no substantial damage or material loss and still retains most of its deluxe piano varnish finish. The buttstock has numerous small bruises and very light scratches all of which appear to be period. The brilliant flamed grain structure retains virtually all factory deluxe piano varnish finish while checkering has extremely light wear is still sharp with no substantial damage or crushing. An important and exceedingly rare 1892 Winchester with documentation that indicates the rifle was returned on two occasions and once it was returned for rework in 1897. Possibility of this refinish being factory work is quite strong. 51033-33 TDW (8,000-12,000) IVORY – Lot 4136

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4137
$0.00

*VERY FINE ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 92 RIFLE CALIBER 32-20.

SN 586943. Cal. 32 WCF. 24″ oct bbl with full magazine, plain trigger and crescent butt. Mounted with sporting rear sight and nickel bladed sporting front sight. 2-pc walnut stocks. Dual game scene engraved receiver in the Winchester factory style 9 pattern which consists of the rnd vignette of a running white-tailed buck on the left side and a standing white-tailed buck on the right side. Both vignettes are surrounded by foliate arabesque patterns with fine pearled background and snake and dot border patterns with identical border patterns on top and bottom edges of receiver. Foliate arabesque patterns are also on the top tang and receiver ring with arabesque patterns on all 3 flats over the chamber area. Foliate arabesque patterns are also on the forend cap, heel of buttplate, and all 5 flats around muzzle and front sight. This pattern is observed on the Models 86, 92 and 94, and is pictured and referenced in the fine book, The Book of Winchester Engraving by R. L. Wilson, p. 240. CONDITION: Very good overall, with a very pleasing plum brown patina over most of receiver and magazine. The bbl has a fair amount of faded blue finish in protected areas. Balance is worn slightly bright but shows great character. The 2-pc walnut stocks are quite fine with much factory finish remaining with a reasonable amount of darkening and light bruising at leading edges of buttstock and forearm. The bore is rather dark, however, has strong rifling. Mechanics are excellent and solid. A very attractive engraved 1892 Winchester that has been used and enjoyed and has wonderful eye appeal. 50506-58 TDW (7,500-12,500) C&R – Lot 4137

4138
$0.00

*RARE SPECIAL ORDER WINCHESTER 1892 TRAPPER LENGTH SHORT RIFLE.

SN 848155. Cal. 44 WCF. 16″ rapid taper short rifle bbl with full magazine. Bbl address forward of rear sight offset to left appropriately. Cal. designation “44 WCF” off to left side with strong Winchester proof on top of chamber. 7-1/2″ short rifle forearm with magazine ferrule properly placed central between forearm stock cap and end of magazine tube. Blue finish overall with 2-pc short rifle walnut stocks with crescent butt. Manufactured 1917 with sporting solid blade front sight and appropriate sporting rear sight. Tang is marked “Model 1892 Winchester” with trademark information below. CONDITION: Very fine overall as refinished. Retains most all blue finish on 16″ bbl with magazine finish slightly thinning. Receiver retains much of its later applied finish that is starting to turn indicating that the finish work was done many years prior. Walnut crescent buttstock has been lightly sanded and is evident at confluence of wrist and receiver with very slight rounding of wood at top of crescent buttplate. Applied finish is exceptional and could easily be mistakened for factory. Hidden and almost indiscernible is a stamped property mark or cartouche in left side of butt that is not legible enough to be identified and further investigation could prove fruitful. The appropriate 7-1/2″ short rifle/trapper carbine length forearm had been lightly refinished with great attention as to not remove too much material or rnd edges. Slight bruising and distress is evident at forward left side and rear right side of which the application of a more contemporary finish has been applied and covered up. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are crisp and tight. A wonderful little special order 1892 trapper length short rifle. Although refinished is an extreme rarity and should be appreciated. 51033-22 TDW (5,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 4138

4139
$6,325.00

*EXCEPTIONALLY FINE WINCHESTER 1892 RIFLE CALIBER 44 WCF.

SN 573455. Cal. 44 WCF. Manufactured in 1910 with 24″ rnd bbl, 2-line Winchester address forward of rear sight, and 2-pc varnished walnut stocks. Blue finished receiver with richly case colored hammer, lever and buttplate. Plain trigger with sporting adjustable semi-buckhorn rear sight and sporting front sight with nickel blade. CONDITION: Spectacular overall condition, with only the slightest traces of finish loss on bbl and magazine. The areas of loss are at the extreme corners of muzzle and edges of magazine. Forend cap has suffered very light finish flaking from age, not distress or abuse. Receiver is extremely fine with several very slight blemishes on high points and a tiny amount of flaking at balance point below the SN. The case colored hammer, lever and buttplate have excellent case colors overall with very slight thinning on bottom of lever from typical light handling. 2-pc factory varnished rifle stocks are exceptionally fine with some very minor period bruising from storage and 2 or 3 very small period scratches. A very slight amount of material loss from the point of confluence of frame and right side of stock wrist appears to be very old and done during the period. This is an extremely fine 1892 rifle in the most desirable caliber and would be a splendid addition to any sophisticated Winchester collection. 50506-55 TDW (5,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 4139

4140
$4,600.00

PRIME SECOND YEAR PRODUCTION ANTIQUE WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 35542. Cal. 32 WCF. 24″ oct bbl, blue/case colored finish, walnut stock. Manufactured in 1893, the second year of production, this Winchester Model 1892 Lever Action Rifle features a brass blade front sight and adjustable sporting rear sight. 2-pc walnut stocks with crescent buttplate. Case colored hammer, lever and buttplate. CONDITION: Stellar overall condition. This rifle retains most all of its factory bright blue finish with some light spotting on the forend cap and bottom of the receiver. The sides of the receiver show some high edge wear. The lever and buttplate retain most all of the vivid case colors, beginning to darken on the right side. The wood is excellent with most all varnish finish and overall a few minor dings and handling marks. The markings are crisp and clear. The bore and mechanics are excellent. 50506-56 TDW (5,000-8,000) – Lot 4140

4141
$6,325.00
Revised: 10/4/2016

Please Note: Barrel measures 20″ not 22″ as stated in the printed catalog description.

*VERY FINE WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 SPECIAL ORDER SEMI-DELUXE SADDLE RING CARBINE.

SN 933542. Cal. 25-20. Manufactured 1924 with 22″ tapered rnd bbl and full magazine. Carbine pinned blade front sight with folding carbine sporting rear sight and Lyman folding adjustable tang sight. Blue finish overall with semi-deluxe pistol grip stock with Winchester grip cap and carbine steel buttplate. With saddle ring staple and ring. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall with most all finish remaining on bbl and tubular magazine. Very slight edge wear at muzzle and at forward end of magazine. Slight finish loss exists at high points of magazine ferrule and bbl band. Receiver retains most of its factory finish with typical thinning on bottom of receiver at balance point and top leading edges of both left and right receiver flats. Lever and hammer both retain most of their factory finish with typical light wear on sides from use. Forearm is very fine with several small compression dents and minor scratches that are lightly oil stained. Semi-deluxe pistol grip buttstock has several small scratches at right side of wrist and numerous small compressions towards toe of buttstock. Hard rubber pistol grip cap is very fine with no chips or distress. Buttplate has minor loss at both toe and heel with approximately two-thirds of finish remaining. Bore is bright and sharp and action is tight and crisp. A very pleasant special order semi-deluxe 1892 saddle ring carbine. 51005-13 TDW (5,000-7,000) C&R – Lot 4141

4142
$3,737.50

*EXCEPTIONALLY FINE WINCHESTER 1892 SADDLE RING CARBINE CALIBER 44 WCF.

SN 967860. Cal. 44 WCF. Manufactured in 1926 with 20″ bbl, adjustable leaf carbine folding sight, and 2-pc walnut stocks with traditional carbine butt. Blue finish overall. Bbl marking on left side is “-MODEL 92-Winchester-44WCF” and marked on right side is “MADE IN USA WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO.-NEW HAVEN, CONN.-“. CONDITION: Fine overall condition, with most factory blue finish remaining on bbl and magazine. Bbl bands have been worn slightly silver with balance being patina. The receiver has strong finish in protected areas with an even plum patina at balance point, flats and tang. Hammer and lever both have much factory blue finish with typical wear on bottom of lever. 2-pc walnut stocks are exceptionally fine with most factory varnish remaining with slight wear at wrist and several very minor bruises. A small repair above toe of buttstock has been filled with man-made wood filler. Magazine tube has been refinished and is quite well done. A very desirable Winchester Saddle Ring Carbine. 50412-73 TDW (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 4142

4143
$2,875.00

*FINE SPECIAL ORDER 1892 WINCHESTER RIFLE CALIBER 25-20 WITH FACTORY TANG SIGHT.

SN 867870. Cal. 25-20. Manufactured in 1918 with 24″ tapered rnd bbl with Lyman bead front sight, standard 2-line Winchester address on left side of bbl marked 25-20 WCF with strong and sharp Winchester proof over chamber. This bbl was made with no rear sight seat. Was never cut for provision for rear sight from the factory and is mounted with a folding Lyman tang sight. High polish blue receiver with blue finger lever, hammer and crescent buttplate. CONDITION: Very fine condition overall, with very slight muzzle wear and finish loss. Several very slight striations or imperfections in bbl finish which come to light when in bright sunlight or use of high intensity lights. Full length magazine with slight thinning of finish just forward of forearm and at very muzzle end. Rich deep high polish finish from Winchester during the late teens is very prevalent with most all remaining on receiver and tang. A number of small scratches are evident on left side of receiver from storage and light handling with very typical light loss of finish at edges of receiver. Right side of receiver has matching finish with numerous small imperfections with very light finish loss, however, some thinning of finish with a small amount of bright steel showing is evident in the SN area of bottom of receiver. Top of bolt, however not worn, is suffering from mild finish flaking so prevalent during this time frame of the 1892 production. Tang is marked “Model 1892 Winchester” with trademark markings underneath in traditional manner and retains virtually all of its factory finish verifying that this rifle has lived with a tang sight its entire life. Folding Lyman tang sight is exceptional condition with most all bright finish remaining and functions properly and locks properly. 2-pc walnut stocks are very fine with slight finish loss on forearm at point of hand rest. Slight oil darkening and several scratches and bruises are evident with one very minor chip on bottom above SN with a small amount of material loss. Buttstock is very fine with several small scratches and compression scratches with one narrow gouge on left side of butt just above crescent that appears to be period as it is lightly oil darkened. Most all factory finish remains. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are tight and crisp. A lovely special order 25-20 1892 in fine overall condition. 51005-14 TDW (3,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 4143

4144
$2,875.00

FIRST YEAR PRODUCTION WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 ROUND BARREL FULL MAGAZINE RIFLE.

SN 2165. Cal. 38 WCF. 24″ rnd bbl. Full magazine. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with checkered buttplate. Bbl shows correct 2-line Winchester address bordered by arrow decorations. German silver blade front-sight. Semi buckhorn rear-sight. Cal is marked in front of receiver. Receiver is of the first type. Upper tang is marked “Model 1892 over Winchester over pat. Oct. 14 1884”. SN is stamped on forward bottom of receiver. SN has correct large size numerals. No assembly nos. were observed. Stocks are straight grain varnish finish with a crescent butt. Accompanied by a Winchester Museum Letter dated November 22, 1982, confirming features and showing shipment on September 24, 1892. CONDITION: Excellent, as expertly refinished. Bbl and magazine tube retains nearly all of orig blue finish that is drifting somewhat to a pleasing plumb-blue patina. Bbl markings are sharp. Bore is dark with traces of rifling. Receiver retains 98% blue finish with some small scratches and sharp markings. Loading gate retains almost all of fire-blue finish, which may be orig. Hammer and lever both show deep rich case color finish that is vivid in protected areas. Stocks are fine, full-sized, and retain all of varnish finish and show only minuscule handling marks. Buttplate retains 60% case color with some staining and wear at heel and toe. Forend cap shows 98% blue finish. A very attractive first year production Model 1892 Winchester rifle. 51079-11 (6,000-10,000) – Lot 4144

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4145
$0.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 SADDLE RING CARBINE.

SN 999435. Cal. 25-20 WCF. 20″ bbl. Full magazine with magazine hanger. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with carbine buttplate and saddle ring attached. Bbl shows correct Winchester model and cal mark on left rear side and Winchester address on right rear side. WP in oval at breech. Carbine sights. Receiver has “Winchester over Trademark over Made in U.S.A.” stamped into the upper tang. SN is stamped on forward bottom of receiver. WP proof mark is stamped on upper reciever ring. CONDITION: Very fine, as totally refinished. Bbl and magazine tube show 95% blue finish drifting toward a plumb-brown patina toward the muzzle. All markings are sharp. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver shows 95% blue with some scratches near saddle ring. Hammer shows a generous amount of what appears to be orig blue. Lever also shows a generous amount of blue. Bottom of locking bolts show a straw color. Stocks are about fine, full-sized, and show nearly all of a varnish finish with very few light handling marks. Buttplate also shows 95% blue with some wear at heel and toe. There is a white paint stain on right side of buttstock near buttplate. A very attractive example of a late Winchester 92′ SRC in a fairly rare cal. 51079-5 (5,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 4145

4146
$2,185.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1892 SADDLE RING CARBINE W/ 16″ BARREL.

SN 666842. Cal. 32 WCF 16″ bbl. Blue finish. Straight grained American walnut stocks with carbine butt. Standard carbine sights. CONDITION: Good plus. Bbl is smooth blue-brown patina. Bbl has been professionally shortened and sight reinstalled. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver is a silver-gray patina overall with some roughness. Stocks are very good with some light cleaning and minor marking on both sides. Buttplate and bbl band are gray-brown patina. Bbl length does not require A.T.F. clearance. 50998-1 TEP (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 4146

4147
$80,500.00

EXCEEDINGLY RARE SPECIAL ORDER DELUXE ULRICH ENGRAVED WITH GOLD TAKEDOWN WINCHESTER MODEL 94 LEVER ACTION SHORT RIFLE.

SN 139319. Cal. 25-35. Outstanding & rare deluxe Model 1894 short rifle with 18″ full matted 1/2 oct bbl, half magazine with Lyman ivory bead front sight, Lyman 6A folding rear sight and a Lyman combination tang sight. Mounted with extremely beautiful center crotch flame grain American walnut with Style D carved forearm & capped pistol grip stock with smooth steel buttplate. Left side of lower tang, under the wood, is stamped with assembly number “16027”, “XXXX” and “R”. Matching assembly number is stamped in top tang channel of buttstock along with “94”. Buttplate is not numbered although there appears to be some pencil writing that is indecipherable, however there is no doubt whatsoever that this buttplate is orig to this rifle. Receiver is engraved in style 4, most likely by John Ulrich, though unsigned. Engraving consists of the very large vignette of a hunter standing behind a tree having shot two bull elk, all in an extremely detailed forest scene. Each end of vignette is engraved with flowing foliate arabesque patterns with shaded background. Right side of receiver has the engraved vignette of a grizzly bear on a mountain precipice with matching foliate arabesque patterns fore & aft. Both sides have wavelet borders. Screw heads are also engraved. Top & bottom edges of receiver are engraved with snake & dot patterns with light foliate arabesque patterns over receiver ring, floorplate, forend cap, buttplate tang and over chamber area of bbl. Sides & edges of lever & hammer are engraved to match. Rear edge of receiver, front edge of takedown ring, end of bbl at the receiver and forend cap are inlaid with flush gold wire. Heel of buttplate is also inlaid with gold wire. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum letter identifying this rifle in caliber 25-35 with 18″ 1/2-oct matted bbl, plain trigger, fancy pistol grip stock with carved style D pattern, half magazine, engraved $24.00, takedown and shotgun butt, received in the warehouse Dec. 13, 1902 and shipped the same day to Order #166248. Though shipped in 1902, gun was manufactured in 1897. This fabulous little rifle has renowned collection history. PROVENANCE: Ex-Eldon Owens Collection; Ex-Wes Adams Estate Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine, all matching. Bbl retains 96-98% strong orig blue with light muzzle edge wear and a couple of minor thinned areas; magazine tube retains virtually all of its orig blue; forend cap retains about 98% glossy orig blue as does the takedown ring; receiver retains 95-97% glossy orig blue with only high point and fine sharp edge wear; loading gate retains about 98% orig fire blue; lever & hammer retain most of their brilliant orig case colors, lightly faded on outer face of lever; buttplate retains about 80% strong blue showing wear at heel & toe and around edges; wood is sound with a very few, very minor handling & storage nicks & scratches and retains virtually all of its orig piano varnish finish. Sights are equally fine, retaining most of their orig finish, including Lyman “certifiable antique ivory” front bead. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. 50412-2 (75,000-150,000) IVORY – Lot 4147

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4148
$40,250.00

RARE AND EXTREMELY FINE SPECIAL ORDER DELUXE JOHN ULRICH ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 TAKEDOWN LEVER ACTION RIFLE INSCRIBED FOR “JACOB LOWMAN GREATSINGER”, NEW YORK RAILROAD MAGNATE.

SN 27275. Cal. 38-55. Beautiful deluxe ’94 with 26″ oct bbl, full magazine, takedown, with Lyman bead front sight, semi-buckhorn rear sight and a Lyman combination tang sight with large disc. Left top flat of bbl, below rear sight is engraved in period script “J.L. Greatsinger”. The frame and bbl are both stamped with the “WP” proof indicating returned to the factory after about 1905. Mounted with very highly figured, 3X, center crotch, flame grain American walnut with “H” style checkered forearm and capped pistol grip stock and crescent steel buttplate. Left side of lower tang is stamped with assembly number “4599” and “XXX”. Left side of top tang is stamped “55” and “J.P.P”. It is unknown the meaning or association of the top tang stamping. Assembly number “10680” is on rear face of buttstock, under the buttplate, which number is also inside toe of buttplate. Rear face of buttstock also has the notation in pencil “repair gun”. Given that this rifle was returned for repair in 1913, that is likely when the replacement stock was installed. Rifle is engraved by John Ulrich though unsigned in No. 6 style with the large vignette of a standing Big Horn Ram in a mountain scene on left side and a standing whitetail buck in a field scene on right side surrounded by ribbon and foliate arabesque patterns and wavelet borders. Top and bottom of receiver, top tang & forend cap are engraved to match with matching engraving patterns on takedown ring and exposed flats of bbl over chamber area. Accompanied by a Winchester factory letter identifying this rifle in cal. 38-55, takedown, with oct bbl, plain trigger, checkered stock with pistol grip, Lyman rear with cup disc and Lyman front sight, engraved $10.00 and also with the notation engraved in script, “J.B. Greatsinger” (Factory letter incorrectly states “J.B.”, this is not so. In the actual record it states “J.L.” and the transcriptionist couldn’t easily read the middle initial and guessed. This is why she references “Unreadable”.) received in the warehouse Oct. 21, 1897 and shipped next day to Order #17477. The buttplate and buttstock are factory replacements from factory, May 27, 1913, when returned and repaired (Order # 48755). This special presentation gun engraved to “J. L. Greatsinger” while he was President of a Duluth, MN railroad and repaired when President of the NYRR. Jacob Lowman Greatsinger (1849-1918) was born to poverty on a farm in Elmira, NY and became a railroad magnate and and a very wealthy businessman. In a short biography cited when he took the position of President of the Brooklyn, NY Rapid Transit Railway in 1901. “Mr. Greatsinger began work on the Erie Railroad as fireman in 1869. Since that time he has been machinist, engineer, trainmaster, roadmaster, station agent, master mechanic, superintendent and then president. There is no element of good luck in his success in life. He is a man of strong personality and worked his way upwards through force of merit”. PROVENANCE: Jacob Lowman Greatsinger, 1897; Ex-Clyde Stewart Collection; Ex-Wes Adams Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl and magazine tube retain about 98% strong orig blue with only light sharp edge wear; takedown ring retains about all of its orig blue, slightly dulled with thinning on bottom; forend cap retains about 75% orig blue; receiver retains about 95% strong orig blue with thinning over top edges and sharp edge wear; hammer retains strong, bright case colors, turned dark on top edge; lever retains bright case colors, brilliant on right side, faded on outer faces; buttplate retains smoky case colors; wood is sound with a few minor scratches and retains about all of its fine piano varnish finish. Lyman patented front sight is missing its bead (easily replaced). Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore; shows very little, if any, use. 50412-7 (40,000-80,000) – Lot 4148

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4149
$0.00
Revised: 9/23/2016

Please Note: Great News!! Factory letter also states “Engraved $4.00, Style 9” confirming factory ordered engraving.

*RARE SPECIAL ORDER CONRAD ULRICH ENGRAVED WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 LIGHTWEIGHT EXTRA FINE CONDITION RIFLE.

SN 157393. Cal. 32-40. Beautiful engraved ’94 with 24-1/4″ oct to rnd extra-light bbl with pedestal mounted King, mirrored, red ivory bead front sight, flat top rear sight and a locking Lyman combination tang sight. Mounted with very highly figured flame grain American walnut with “H” style checkered forearm and capped pistol grip stock with Winchester hard rubber buttplate. Left side of lower tang, under the wood is stamped with the assembly number “15845”, “XX” and “OFR”. The matching assembly number is found in top tang channel of buttstock along with “94”. Receiver is beautifully engraved by Conrad Ulrich in style “9” with the rnd vignette of a running whitetail buck in a field scene on left side and the vignette of a standing whitetail buck in a field scene on the right side, all surrounded by light patterns of foliate arabesque engraving and snake & dot borders. Top & bottom of receiver, top tang & forend cap are engraved to match. Engraving patterns extend over all the exposed flats of bbl over chamber area. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum letter and a copy of the shipping record which identify this rifle in caliber 32-40 with 24″ nickel steel extra-light, half oct bbl, half magazine, checkered stock with pistol grip and shotgun butt with rubber buttplate, sporting rear, Lyman front & flattop sights, shotgun butt with rubber buttplate and oil finish, received in warehouse Nov. 25, 1903 and shipped Nov. 27, 1903 to Order #204134. PROVENANCE: Ex-Wes Adams Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl retains about 95% strong orig blue with a couple of small cleaned spots on upper rnd section which shows spots of pinprick pitting. Octagonal section has light sharp edge wear; receiver retains 95-97% strong orig blue with sharp edge wear, some minor pinpricks of pitting on left side and thinning to the top rear edges, turned a little plum; hammer retains bright case colors, moderately faded on top edge; sides of lever & sheltered areas retain bright case colors, faded on outer faces; wood is sound with a very few, very minor nicks & scratches and retains about all of its strong orig oil finish. Sights also matching, extremely fine condition with finish in front. King patented sight retains “certifiable antique ivory” red dyed bead. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. 50412-4 (50,000-100,000) IVORY – Lot 4149

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4150
$14,950.00

*EXCEPTIONALLY FINE AND RARE WINCHESTER 1894 15-INCH TRAPPER CARBINE.

SN 1076898. Cal. 30 WCF. Manufactured in 1929. Rare saddle ring Trapper carbine with 15″ bbl and 2-pc dark walnut stocks with carbine butt. Adjustable folding leaf carbine sight in its proper location 3-1/4″ from receiver with 8″ walnut Trapper forearm with proper Winchester 1894 markings below sight which is correct for the 15″ Trapper. Factory installed Winchester sling eyelets on forearm band and buttstock. Front bbl band in front of front sight correct placement for the Trapper model. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall condition with superior bore and crisp mechanics. Wood stocks are in prime condition with only the most minimal traces of handling and some extremely small light bruising on right side of forearm at sight. Bbl and magazine retain virtually all factory blue finish with only the slightest of edge wear muzzle. Receiver is very fine but has suffered slight finish flaking so common on this period of 1894 at the base of receiver on both sides and just traces of finish loss at forward flange of receiver. Truly and exceptional Trapper model that has been viewed and cleared by B.A.T.F.E. 50936-2 TDW (16,000-18,000) C&R – Lot 4150

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4151
$0.00

STUNNING WINCHESTER MODEL 94 DELUXE TAKE DOWN LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 19673. Cal. 30 WCF. 26″ rnd bbl, full mag take down, Lyman gold bead front sight, serrated side sporting rear with set screw. Top of bbl marked “MANUFACTURED BY THE/WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO.NEW HAVEN.CONN.U.S.A.”,adjacent take down ring “30W.C.F.” Standard receiver with close coupled dbl set triggers, tang mounted lockable peep sight. Mounted with “XXX” quality walnut, checkered pistol grip, Winchester hard rubber grip cap, crescent steel buttplate, sling eye, 3″ from toe with hook swivel, “H” style checkered forend, nosecap with sling eye, hook swivel, and vintage adjustable strap. Inspection of lower tang reveals Assembly No. 3631XXX, this matching No. can be found in back of stock, and inside toe of buttplate. Accompanied with Cody Firearms Museum Fact sheet, identifying as 30 cal. rifle, rnd bbl, set triggers, checkered pistol grip stock, Lyman front and blank in rear seat, received in warehouse August 16, 1897, shipped from warehouse August 16, 1897 on Order No. 12545. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl and mag tube retain 95-97% orig blue, with minor muzzle wear, typical minor nicks & dings, faint rub mark on mag tube from take down. Receiver retains 90% orig blue, thinning across bottom and sharp edges, a few minor handling marks, and shows the orig filing marks. Stock is sound with minor nicks & dings, typical handling marks and retains most of its deluxe factory finish. Buttplate shows thinning orig case colors, blending with silver patina. Forend is sound, with good checkering, minor nicks & dings and light scratches, and retains most of it fine deluxe factory finish. Mechanics are crisp with a nice shiny bore. 50320-4 (15,000-20,000) – Lot 4151

4152
$23,000.00

*EXCEPTIONAL FACTORY ENGRAVED SPECIAL ORDER DELUXE WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 TAKEDOWN LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 272420. Cal. 30 WCF. Scarce Winchester with 26″ oct bbl with full magazine, ivory bead front sight, Marbles sporting rear sight. Mounted with 2-3X center crotch flame grain American walnut factory checkered in the H pattern with Winchester pistol grip cap and crescent buttplate with Winchester sling eyelets. Receiver is nearly full coverage engraved in the No. 6 pattern which consists of a large vignette of a standing bighorn sheep surrounded by extremely well detailed foliate arabesque patterns. Right side has a similar vignette of a standing whitetail deer with a forest scene in background. Surrounded by foliate arabesque with a rope border around scene with multiple latchhook borders on both sides. Engraving extends over top of receiver onto top tang, bottom edges of the receiver and floorplate. Bbl extension and about 1″ of bbl are engraved to match, as well as forend cap. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine plus bbl and magazine retain almost all factory blue finish with slight wear at muzzle and end of magazine. Receiver retains approximately 85% thinning original blue with slight wear from carrying at bottom side. Wood is exceptionally fine with a few light nicks and dings and retains most of its fine piano varnish. Bore and mechanics are bright and crisp. 50894-1 TDW (15,000-25,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 4152

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4153
$25,875.00
Revised: 9/19/2016

Please Note: Great News!! The factory letter incorrectly references the name of inscription to be “J.C.” rather than “J.T.” This is a very obvious mistake on behalf of the factory records or the interpretation of these records by Cody. The gun clearly and specifically is J.T. Torrence. We also have some valuable historical news related to J.T. Torrence. J.T. Torrence was a highly recognized US General attributed in the capture of the Confederate Rebel Raider John Hunt Morgan. He later in life became a railroad magnate associated with the Calumet Terminal Railroad and was instrumental in the creation of the elevated rail network in the city of Chicago.

SUPERB PRESENTATION WINCHESTER 1894 DELUXE FACTORY ENGRAVED AND GOLD-WASHED.

SN 15198. Cal. 25-35. 26″ tapered rnd bbl with full magazine. Mounted with deluxe checkered pistol grip stocks of 2-3X center cut flame grain walnut with steel shotgun butt. Custom two dollar special order engraved. Consisting of a central vignette of a dual white-tail game scene with lake and forest background surrounded by foliate and arabesque with a multiple line border consisting of a rope pattern. At center top is a presentation to “J.T. Torrence”. Engraving continues over the crest of the receiver in a heart fashion over chamber with two border lines running parallel on the bolt flats. The right side has a central vignette of a running elk with 2-line border and surrounded by foliate and arabesque coverage with a multi line exterior border filled with a rope pattern. Engraving continues to bottom of receiver and floorplate with numerous scrolls, chase lines, tang of receiver nicely engraved with 2-line border with small elements of scroll work to rear and sides of hammer. Entire receiver is factory gold-washed as is forend cap. Accompanied with factory letter indicating April 8, 1896, shipped as a rifle cal. 25-35 with rnd bbl with gold trims, plain trigger, checkered stock with pistol grip, Lyman front and rear sights, shotgun butt, engraved two dollars with name “J.C.Torence”, a wonderful special order 1894 Winchester. CONDITION: Very good overall, with most blue remaining on bbl and tubular magazine. Blue finish starting to turn plum with moderate finish loss at bbl band and forend cap. Receiver still quite elegant but has finish loss on high points of receiver and balance point as well as forward high point in front of bolt. The gold-wash on the steel buttplate is two-thirds present with the loss predominantly at the heel. The 2-pc deluxe stocks are in very good condition with typical nicks, dings and scratches from period use with a slight amount of material loss at the confluence at the wrist to the receiver at the corners of the stock. The stocks, however, retain most of their orig piano varnish finish and overall is very aesthetically pleasing. 50784-1 TDW (10,000-30,000) – Lot 4153

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4154
$8,050.00

FINE ANTIQUE DELUXE 1894 WINCHESTER RIFLE WITH RARE MATTED BARREL.

SN 29047. Cal. 30 WCF. Antique SN 29047 manufactured 1897. This 1894 deluxe special order rifle equipped with the uncommon special order 26″ round matted barrel with half magazine to hold four cartridges with deluxe high grade checkered pistol grip stocks with shotgun butt. Traditional nickel silver blade sporting front sight with sporting rear. Deluxe 2-3X flame center cut crotch walnut stocks with pistol grip, Winchester grip cap, and Winchester steel shotgun butt are checkered in Winchester’s H pattern style. Case color hammer and lever with plain trigger. Deluxe antique range 1894’s are quite uncommon. CONDITION: The 26″ round special order matted barrel with traditional 2-line Winchester address marked “30 WCF” and having no proof marks retains most all its factory blue finish with a slight amount of muzzle wear and several very small scratches on underside of barrel as well as several extremely small spots of light pitting on right rear of barrel beneath the rear sight. The early high polish blue receiver has very fine factory finish with typical moderate wear of finish at top of receiver and high points as well as slight pluming of finish at SN location. Two areas with striations of discoloring in the blue finish which is often seen on these early 1894’s exists on the lower left hand side of the receiver and lower right hand side of the receiver. The upper and lower tangs are both very fine with finish slightly thinning from light handling but is mostly present. The case colored finger lever and hammer retain much of their vivid case colors from a side view, however, lever has silvered when viewed from the bottom. The bright fire blue finish on the loading gate has diminished by about one-third from cartridges entering the magazine. The 2-3X flame center cut crotch walnut stocks are in very fine condition with sharp, crisp H pattern checkering with several very small bruises and scratches. This is an oil-finished stock and it is in an exceptional state of preservation. This rifle is accompanied by a factory letter issued by the Buffalo Bill Historical Center. Bore and mechanics are bright and crisp. 51033-25 TDW (6,000-8,000) – Lot 4154

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4155
$9,200.00
Revised: 10/6/2016

Please Note: Factory restoration, reblue and new wood. Original assembly number defaced on lower tang, new assembly number on top tang and in top tang channel of buttstock. Stock numbers on later rifles usually under buttplate on stock, not in the top channel.

*EXTREMELY FINE “LIKE NEW” DELUXE WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 288008. Cal. 38-55. Beautiful deluxe ’94 with 26″ oct bbl, full magazine, Lyman tang, improved adjustable leaf rear sight and Lyman ivory bead front sight. Mounted with beautiful flame and shell grain American walnut with “H” style checkered forearm and capped pistol grip stock that has checkered hard rubber shotgun buttplate. Gun is like new and was not disassembled, but conforms to factory letter which states: shipped July 31, 1906 (Order No. 62178); 38/55 cal; oct bbl; plain trigger; checkered stock; pistol grip; Lyman front, leaf, improved rear sights; shotgun rubber buttplate; oil finish. This is an exceptional and beautiful rifle in extraordinarily high condition. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl and magazine tube retain 99%+ crisp orig blue; frame and forend cap also retains about 99% orig blue with very light scratching on right side; hammer and lever retain virtually all of their bright and muted case colors; loading gate retains virtually all of its orig sky blue finish. Wood is sound, extremely well fit with only a couple of minor storage and handling nicks and retains virtually all high polish wood finish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore, appears to be new & unfired. 50506-66 JS (10,000-15,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 4155

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4156
$6,325.00

HISTORICALLY IMPORTANT CUSTOM ENGRAVED WINCHESTER 1894 CARBINE.

SN 75840. Cal. 30 WCF. Custom engraved and custom stocked Winchester 1894 carbine with 20″ bbl finished in nickel and blue. Extensively game scene engraved with foliate and arabesque. Right receiver has heavily engraved game scene depicting two bugling bull elk with forest scene background with foliate and arabesque paneling and deep rolling scrolls with dot punch background bordering entire receiver and continuing through bottom of receiver. Left side of receiver has a full game scene engraved panel of two battling bull elk trying to define their dominance for two cow elk standing to sides. Distant mountaintop scene with evergreen forest in background. Bordered in intertwined scroll with dot punch background around entire left side of receiver and continuing over top of breech. Bolt engraved in same pattern of scrolls with almost full coverage with exception of extractor. Forward section of upper tang is likewise engraved in foliate and arabesque pattern with matching embellishment on lower tang and dropping block on bottom of receiver. The crescent rifle pattern butt is embellished with matching scrolls and is plated in nickel to match receiver and bbl bands. Both bbl bands are tastefully engraved in matching intertwined scrolls. Bbl and magazine are both finished in foliate and arabesque styles. This rifle is accompanied with a factory letter indicating shipped from factory in 1899 and is identified as carbine 30 cal. Also accompanying is a letter from Mrs. Marion David Edwards of Baton Rouge, LA, stating that she received this rifle as a gift from Governor Edwin Edwards identifying the rifle by make, model and serial number. Governor Edwards of LA was the longest sitting governor serving for 16 years in the executive office. He was also the 50th governor of LA. His stellar career as a statesman was severely tarnished when he was sentenced to 10 years in prison for racketeering. CONDITION: Very fine as custom finished. The very high polish blue bbl and magazine retain all of their custom blue finish. Factory markings are somewhat washed from polish as is cal. designation. Nickel finished receiver, lever, butt and bands retain virtually all of their custom applied deep nickel finish with only a trace of material loss on upper tang at very rear towards stock screw. Bands and butt are superb. Carbine is stocked in a 2-3X very highly figured piece of matching American walnut and has what appears to be a hand-rubbed slightly deft gloss finish. Buttstock has very slight gaps at confluence of wrist to receiver from apparent wood shrinkage. Lower tang suffers slightly from the same issue. The rifle overall presents itself quite well and has a very interesting background from one of the more flamboyant subject of southern politics. 51033-36 TDW (5,000-10,000) – Lot 4156

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4157
$6,900.00

SUPERB EXTRA FANCY DELUXE WINCHESTER 1894 TAKEDOWN RIFLE.

SN 90560. Manufactured 1897 with 22″ rapid taper matted oct bbl. Takedown with half magazine with deluxe checkered pistol grip stocks of 2-3X highly figured walnut shotgun butt, Winchester pistol grip cap, and case color hammer and finger lever. Lyman ivory bead sporting front sight with 2-leaf folding express sight and Lyman folding tang sight. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Near new as restored by Turnbull Restorations. 22″ rapid taper bbl has no finish loss with perfect address and markings. Matted bbl top is perfect with no wash or damage. All oct flats and corners are sharp showing no distress or polish marks. Blued receiver and receiver extension retain all of their blue finish with perfect polish lines and straight edges. All screws in receiver are sharp with no evidence of tool damage. Case color hammer and lever retain all of their vivid bright case colors with no signs of wear or distress. Deluxe checkered pistol grip stocks retain all of their piano finish and the H pattern checkering is sharp with no flaws or distress. One very small repair in forearm on right hand side all the way at rear has been expertly blended and is not easily noticed. Hard rubber buttplate and pistol grip cap are exceptionally fine with no distress. Left side of receiver has one very small imperfection at very top. An exceptional restoration by Turnbull Manufacturing. 51005-9 TDW (5,000-7,000) IVORY – Lot 4157

4158
$0.00

SCARCE WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 TAKE-DOWN LEVER ACTION RIFLE WITH HEISER CASE.

SN 90238. Cal. 30 WCF (30-30). Standard grade rifle with 26″ oct bbl, full magazine, half-nickel front sight with screw & 3-leaf platinum line express rear sight. Mounted with extra finish, uncheckered American walnut with straight stock and crescent buttplate. Accompanied by Cody Firearms Museum letter which identifies this rifle as a take-down in Cal. 30 with oct bbl & plain trigger, received in warehouse Sept 12, 1900 and shipped two days later to order number 70440. Additionally accompanied by an extremely well made, folding, soft-side take-down carrying case that has heavy leather handle and 3 straps with brass buckles. The back has a sewn on reinforcing strap that is marked with the Heiser cartouche on one end. The envelope style case folds open to expose a soft chocolate brown leather interior with 2 pockets for the bbl and buttstock receiver. The outer case is constructed of light brown, heavy belting leather. CONDITION: Rifle is very fine. Bbl & magazine tube retain 97-98% crisp orig blue with some minor spotting on the bbl. Forend cap retains about 97% strong orig blue and the bbl extension about 88-90% with the loss areas flaked to a medium patina. Receiver retains about 90% orig blue with a couple of areas of flaking around the top rear edges with some fine flaking on both sides. Bottom & top of the receiver retain crisp orig blue. Lever & hammer retain brilliant case colors, moderately faded on outer faces of lever. Buttplate retains about all of its orig case colors that are moderately faded. Buttstock has a repaired crack in the toe, otherwise wood is sound with a few light scratches and retains most of its orig varnish. Mechanics are crisp. Brilliant shiny bore shows very little use. Case is also crisp & clean with some slight crackling on the straps which are a little dry and need treating. 50454-2 (4,500-7,500) – Lot 4158

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4159
$0.00

FINE CONDITION ANTIQUE WINCHESTER 1894 SEMI DELUXE TAKEDOWN RIFLE.

SN 47179. Cal. 30 WCF. Second year of manufacture with half rnd and half oct 26″ bbl with folding 3 leaf sporting rear sight and sporting front sight with nickel silver blade. Half magazine with takedown option. 2-pc checkered pistol grip stocks of select walnut. Forearm checkered in the single diamond pattern. Buttstock factory checkered pistol grip with Winchester pistol grip cap and hard rubber buttplate over shotgun butt. Fitted with the Lyman Model 21 “Climin Lyman” receiver sight. Special order bbl options and takedown options on antique range Model 1894 Winchesters are quite uncommon, this rifle having no less than seven special order features. CONDITION: Very attractive overall, with strong bore and crisp mechanics. Stocks are very good with no cracks or chips or material loss of any nature. Typical handling marks and slight bruising at wrist and forearm from typical period use. Receiver is an overall mellow plum finish with blue finish remaining in protected areas. Hammer and lever have traces of case color in protected areas. An above average antique range 1894 rifle. 50630-3 TDW (4,000-6,000) – Lot 4159

4160
$0.00
Revised: 9/19/2016

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*SUPERB WINCHESTER MODEL 1894 RIFLE WITH FULL OCTAGON BARREL AND TANG SIGHT.

SN 195798. Cal. 25-35 WCF. 26″ full oct bbl with full magazine with brass blade sporting front sight and traditional sporting rear sight. 2-line Winchester address on top bbl flat forward of rear sight. “25-35 WCF” cal. marking on top flap forward of receiver. Blue finish receiver with case colored hammer and lever. Lyman folding tang sight with 2-pc straight grained walnut stocks with crescent butt and plain trigger. Manufactured 1910. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with most factory blue finish remaining on bbl and tubular magazine with very slight finish loss on corners of oct bbl and very slight muzzle wear from light use. Forend cap has thinning blue finish now turning slightly plum. Blue receiver has suffered very slight finish loss with some thinning of finish at forward receiver bolster and bottom edges of receiver from carry. These edges turning somewhat plum with very slight bright metal showing on very high points. Balance of receiver retains most of its high polish early Winchester 1894 blue with typical small scratches that are very minimal. Case colored hammer and finger lever have strong case colors in protected areas with silvering at bottom and relatively faded on sides. Buttstock and forearm are very fine retaining most of their factory varnish finish with a number of small bruises and compression scratches and a very slight amount of oil darkening at the confluence of wrist and receiver. A very small amount of material loss is evident in the corners of the buttstock which appears to be period as these areas are slightly dark from oil and age. Bore is bright and sharp. Mechanics are tight and crisp. This is a nice Winchester 1894 manufactured in 1900 and is still void of any proof marks. 51005-12 TDW (3,500-4,500) C&R – Lot 4160

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4161
$3,162.50

*SUPERB MODEL 1894 WINCHESTER SADDLE RING CARBINE CHAMBERED FOR 25-35 WCF TURNBULL MFG. RESTORATION.

SN 1053221. Cal. 25-35 WCF. Spectacular Turnbull Mfg. Co. restored saddle ring carbine. 20″ rnd bbl with full magazine with early long forearm and carbine butt. Marbles carbine blade front sight with bead and proper carbine staff rear sight with saddle ring and stud on left side of receiver. Marked “Model 94-Winchester-Nickel Steel-25-35 WCF ” on left side of bbl at rear sight. Traditional 2-line Winchester address on right side of bbl below rear sight. Two crisp Winchester proof marks, one on bbl, one over chamber, are evident and distinct. All screwheads are sharp with no indication of tool damage or distress. Blue hammer, lever and plain trigger. CONDITION: Near new as professionally restored. Turnbull restoration does the finest work in the industry and their work alone is avidly collected. All metal finish is perfect with no signs of distress or finish loss. Wood stocks are finished better than if Winchester had done them themselves in 1928 when this rifle was manfactured. Bore and mechanics are perfect. A magnificent restoration. 51005-8 TDW (3,000-4,000) C&R – Lot 4161

4162
$460.00

*U.S. REPEATING ARMS CO. MODEL 1894 DELUXE FACTORY ENGRAVED CENTENNIAL RIFLE.

SN CN07530. Cal. 30-30. 26″ half oct half rnd bbl. Half magazine. Brass beaded front sight, adjustable rear sight, and adjustable tang sight. Receiver is engraved on both sides with a vignette of a running deer on left side and a vignette of a standing deer of right side. Both are surrounded by decorative scroll work with border. Stocks are highly figured checkered walnut with pistol grip and crescent buttplate. CONDITION: Very fine to excellent overall. Bbl and receiver retain 99% of orig blue finish with only slightest high point wear. Bore is bit frosty with very strong rifling. Engraving is of Winchester style and well executed. Stocks are excellent with only minor handling marks. Checkering is sharp and crisp. Pistol grip cap is excellent. Crescent buttplate retains 99% of orig blue with only high point wear on toe. A very nice rifle that was made by the U.S. Repeating Arms Co. to commemorate the 100th year anniversary of the Winchester Model 1894 rifle. 50884-1 (750-1,250) – Lot 4162

4163
$43,125.00

EXTREMELY RARE FACTORY JOHN ULRICH ENGRAVED WINCHESTER 1887 LEVER ACTION SHOTGUN, ONE OF ONLY FIVE MANUFACTURED.

SN 36873. Cal. 12ga. Extremely rare being one of only five deluxe factory engraved Model 1887’s made according to Winchester factory records. 30″ Damascus bbl with sgl brass sighting bead. The unique lever action rolling block receiver is beautifully factory engraved with tight foliate arabesque scroll and circle with chip and dot border around “WRACO” monogram on left side, circle with two pointers on point on right side, identical to signed guns by John Ulrich. Mounted with highly figured XX-XXX fiddleback walnut, rnd knob pistol grip, checkered steel shotgun buttplate, 1-pc checkered forend. Accompanied with Cody Firearms Museum Winchester letter identifying as 12ga shotgun, 30″ bbl, checkered stock, takedown, engraved $5, received in warehouse November 10, 1891, shipped from warehouse November 10, 1891 on order no. 13495. Inspection of inside tang reveals assembly no. “379 XXX” with “110” found in upper tang channel of stock. Ronald W. Stadt, in his 1984 book Winchester Shotguns and Shot Shells on pgs 14-15 shows and describes an identical 87 made in 1888, but returned to factory in 1901 to be engraved. This example also has a unique dbl diamond carved forend and nearly identical butt PROVENANCE: Ex-Herbert G. Wellington Jr. Estate. CONDITION: Fine. Damascus bbl has areas or orig thinning brown finish, especially in protected areas with scattered staining and other cosmetic blemishes. Magazine tube retains about 90% thinning blue finish. Frame and lever are overall smooth with silver/grey patina with traces of case color external and bright case colors internal, frame screws have some rust and pitting. The beautiful orig Winchester replacement stock is well fit, slightly overlapping frame on either side, has normal nicks and small dings and retains most of its re-varnished finish (changed and upgraded since last auctioned, 2009). Forestock has a wider diamond pattern, straight grain retaining about 60% orig varnish. Mechanics are good. Broken spring in mag tube and shallow to moderate pitting in bbl. 50832-2 JS (40,000-80,000) – Lot 4163

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4164
$10,350.00

RARE WINCHESTER SEMI-DELUXE MODEL 1887 LEVER ACTION SHOTGUN.

SN 33921. Cal. 10 GA. Beautiful standard production shotgun with 32″ bbl, half magazine and single bead. Receiver is color case hardened and has the “WRACO” intertwined company logo on the left side. Mounted with beautiful lightly burled American walnut with rnd knob pistol grip stock and checkered steel buttplate. Based on SN, this gun was made about 1890. These shotguns were very popular throughout the United States in an era when hunting and self-protection was a way of life. They were also very popular with law enforcement on the frontier and various guards for their convenience and multiple shots. Frequently their bbls were shortened for quick handling as demonstrated in Arnold Schwarznegger “Terminator” movies. Generally they saw very hard service and are rarely found today with any orig finish and in orig configuration. The extra cost of the deluxe wood and color case hardening would likely have prevented the ordinary citizen from ordering one in this configuration, opting more for the standard examples which are far more common. PROVENANCE: Ex-Dick Burdick Collection. CONDITION: Very fine. No disassembly was effected to check for matching SNs. Bbl and magazine retain most of its orig thinning plum/blue finish with light pitting around muzzle. Receiver, breechblock, hammer and lever retain most of their bright, strong orig case colors, with losses on lower loop which is a silver/grey with light pitting. Buttplate has strong traces of orig blue with pitting. Wood is sound with a few scattered nicks, dents and scratches retaining most of its thinning varnish finish. Mechanics are crisp with clean smooth bore. Shows very little use. 50412-74 JS (10,000-20,000) – Lot 4164

4165
$10,350.00

SPECTACULAR WINCHESTER HIGH WALL SPECIAL SPORTING RIFLE.

SN 57745. Cal. 32-40. This rifle, while not new, is barely shop worn. It has a case colored action with single set trigger. Bbl is 30″ long, half oct No. 3 weight. The bbl is fitted with a full length unidentified scope, not believed to be Malcolm. No markings on the scope were found. The scope optics and cross hair are there, but the scope needs cleaning. The forearm with the typical ebony insert is checkered and fancy wood was used. The buttstock is checkered and pistol grip style with ebony insert. It has a cheek piece and Swiss butt and uses very fancy American walnut, which matches the grain in the forearm. A wonderful early rifle made in 1892. CONDITION: Just wonderful. Scope finish shows just the slightest wear. The bbls bore is excellent. What little wear there to the bluing is on the sharp edges of the oct section. The action case color is brilliant with fading on the top tang, bottom tang and trigger guard. The buttstock and forearm finish shows the very slightest handling marks. The nickel plate on the buttplate is all there except where the buttplate would rest on the ground if the gun was leaned up. Just a spectacular early rifle. 50506-45 TWR (6,500-9,500) – Lot 4165

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4166
$6,900.00
Revised: 9/19/2016

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SUPERB DELUXE MODEL 1885 WINCHESTER WITH SWISS BUTT.

SN 58856. Manufactured 1892 with deluxe pistol grip checkered stocks with Swiss butt, case colored receiver and 30″ one-third oct No. 3 bbl. Equipped with windage adjustable front aperture sight and graduated staff peep sight. Chambered for 40-70 Sharps straight. CONDITION: Superb overall condition, with most all factory finish remaining on bbl with light thinning at muzzle and slightly turning plum. Traditional 2-line Winchester address on top flat of oct forward of rear sight. Cal. designation on left flat to rear of rear sight. Case colors are exceptional with very light thinning at top of receiver and at lower tang in SN area. Receiver has been re-lacquered to preserve the vivid case colors. Graduated rear peep sight has turned plum in color but functions flawlessly. Front windage adjustable aperture sight has some finish loss with approximately 50% turning plum. Brass Swiss butt at one time was silver washed but has only traces of silver in protected areas. Balance has turned to an even mustard patina. 2-pc deluxe checkered stocks are checkered in the Winchester H pattern with small ebony inlay at pistol grip. Forearm has slight crack at very end along oct bbl flat just above ebony forend tip inlay. Balance of forearm is very fine with numerous period compression dents and several very minor scratches from period use. Stocks have been expertly cleaned and polished and almost all piano finish remains. Deluxe pistol grip stock with cheek rest has several small areas of distress one directly behind tang sight from tang sight making contact with finish when folding and typical edge wear at high point of cheek rest from being rested upon. A very minute chip at end of pistol grip cap which is very old and almost indiscernible. In addition, there are several small scratches and compression dents at heel of stock but are quite old. Most all piano finish is still there,has been polished, and is quite elegant. Rifle is equipped with a single set trigger that functions flawlessly and has an excellent bore and mechanics. 51005-6 TDW (5,000-8,000) – Lot 4166

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4167
$92,000.00

*RARE DELUXE JOHN ULRICH ENGRAVED MODEL 1895 WINCHESTER RIFLE PRESENTED BY THEODORE ROOSEVELT.

SN 88418. Cal 35. Factory engraved, carved and gold inlaid Model 1895s are very rare. This particular gun is pictured on pg 142 of the 1971 Antique Arms Annual “Ulrich-engraved Model 1895 Winchester rifle, presented by Theodore Roosevelt to a friend. Relief carved stock and gold inlaid game, scroll, and border motifs.” This gun was made in 1915, just 4 years before Roosevelt’s death. Roosevelt, a gun aficionado, was known to have given at a least a dozen firearms as gifts including one to his valet and one to his pastor. The purported history on this gun as published when in the massive Winchester collection of Jim Fowler is anecdotal from Fowler, that Roosevelt gifted this gun to a “rancher – to whom Roosevelt had made the presentation”. It is well known that Teddy Roosevelt was very keen on the Model 1895 as proven by the records of his safari to Africa 1909-1910; both Roosevelt and his son are pictured with Model 95s in Africa. There is a detailed letter of provenance and history written by R. L. Wilson which accompanies this lot. PROVENANCE: Ex-James S. Fowler Collection; Ex-Greg Martin. CONDITION: Very fine as refinished, retaining most of its blue overall with losses around bbl extension ring and high areas of frame adjacent. Gold inlays are crisp, light pinprick pitting. Stocks retain virtually all of their refinished varnish with light cosmetic nicks and scuffs. There is a thin sliver glue repair front right side at receiver. Mechanically gun functions well with crisp rifling in bore. 50832-4 JS (75,000-125,000) – Lot 4167

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4168
$8,625.00

*EXCEPTIONAL WINCHESTER 1895 “BIG MEDICINE” RIFLE CALIBER 405 WCF.

SN 59045. Cal. 405 WCF. 24″ tapered rnd bbl with sporting front sight and sporting rear sight. Bbl marked “Nickel Steel Barrel Especially for Smokeless Powder and Caliber Designed 405 WCF”. Blue receiver with matted top and case colored hammer with tang marked “Model 1895 Winchester Trademark”. 2-pc straight grain walnut stocks with ebony inlay at semi-schnable forend tip and hard rubber shotgun butt. Manufactured 1908. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine 1895 solid frame lever action rifle retaining virtually of its fine high polish Winchester factory blue on bbl with very slight traces of edge wear at muzzle and extreme high points of rear sight. Receiver is exceptional with most all finish remaining with only the slightest amount of distress on right side forward of the disassembly port are some very light traveling blemishes that have aged very well and must be looked for to notice. Top of receiver is lightly matted with most all finish remaining. Winchester marked tang is exceptionally fine with the only evidence of wear being on tang screw. Extreme forward section of box magazine the finish has thinned and is now turning somewhat plum. Case colored hammer has very light wear from use but retains over two-thirds of its mottled case colors. The blued plain trigger exhibits most, if not all, of its factory blue finish. Very light but typical finish loss on the lever and only at the edges from being operated. The walnut stocks have numerous small bruises and several compression dents but all appear to be of period. Buttstock has a number of small bruises and compression scratches that are slightly darkening and are of period. Stock finish is exceptionally fine with only minor loss on forearm, at the confluence at receiver and forearm. Buttstock still exhibits almost all of its feather in the finish with some light finish loss on right side of wrist. Winchester monogrammed hard rubber shotgun buttplate is exceptional with no chips, cracks or distress. This is a very fine example chambered in the perfect cartridge made famous by Theodore Roosevelt and his exploits and referred to this caliber and type of rifle as his “Big Medicine”. 51033-13 TDW (6,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 4168

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4169
$0.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 1895 TAKE-DOWN LEVER ACTION RIFLE WITH HISTORY TO RENOWN ACTOR TOM SELLECK’S COLLECTION.

SN 418089. Cal. 30-06. Standard grade rifle with 24″ tapered rnd bbl, pedestal front sight with screw & flat top sporting rear sight. Rifle is take-down configuration and is mounted with nicely figured, uncheckered, straight grain American walnut with black insert, Schnable tip forearm & straight stock with crescent butt. This rifle was consigned by Mr. Selleck to the Julia Auction Company in 2005. Mr. Selleck was thinning down items surplus to his collection at that time. PROVENANCE: Tom Selleck Collection. CONDITION: Very fine, has been fired, but very little. Bbl retains 98-99% strong bright orig blue. Receiver retains 88-90% strong bright orig blue with a spot of flaking on the left side and fine flaking on the right side with a series of small chemical spots down the right side. Magazine box & lever retain about 95% strong, bright, orig blue while the buttplate is flaked to a light patina. Bbl extension retains traces of orig blue being mostly a medium brown patina. Lever & hammer retain strong bright blue. Wood is sound with usual light handling & storage marks with a small bruise on the forearm and retains most of its strong bright orig factory varnish showing some flaking on the forearm. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. 50454-3 (4,500-7,500) – Lot 4169

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4170
$0.00
Revised: 10/2/2016

Please Note: Barrel is refinished.

*EXCEPTIONALLY FINE DELUXE MODEL 64 WINCHESTER CALIBER 25-35 WCF.

SN 1720699. Manufacture 1950 with 24″ rnd bbl with ramped sporting front sight and standard sporting rear marked “Model 64 Winchester 25-35 WCF”. Half magazine with semi-beaver tail checkered deluxe forearm and deluxe checkered pistol grip, buttstock, with Winchester grip cap and checkered steel Winchester buttplate. Blue steel finish overall with integral Winchester sling swivel bases. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall with pristine bore and mechanics. Most all blue finish remaining with no evidence of actual use on receiver, tangs, lever or bbl. Magazine is very fine with magazine cap having suffered some distress from previous owner disassembling and slightly marring magazine cap and retention screw. Wood finish is exceptional with several slight scratches in butt from storage, but no degree of real distress or evidence of real use. An exceptionally fine deluxe pre-64 in a very uncommon cartridge. 51033-79 TDW (5,500-7,500) C&R – Lot 4170

4171
$6,325.00

*WINCHESTER MODEL 64 “DEER RIFLE” IN 219 ZIPPER CALIBER WITH BOLT PEEP SIGHT.

SN 1120412. Cal. 219 ZIPPER. 26″ rapid taper rnd bbl. Half length magazine. Hooded ramp front-sight. Bolt mounted peep sight. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with plain pistol grip and checkered steel shotgun buttplate. Bbl shows model and cal mark on left rear of bbl with Winchester address on right rear. WP proof in oval is stamped near receiver. Receiver is marked “Winchester over trademark over Made in U.S.A.” on upper tang. SN is stamped on lower front of receiver. WP Proof on top ring of receiver. Forend is of a semi-beavertail profile. CONDITION: Very fine to excellent. Bbl and magazine tube retain nearly all blue finish that is drifting to a slight plumb color toward muzzle. Markings are sharp. Bore is slightly frosty with strong rifling. Receiver retains 95% blue finish with some small scratches and dents overall. Bolt is drifting to a plumb-brown color. Bolt sight is very good. All receiver markings are sharp. Stocks are fine, full-sized, and show almost all of varnish finish with only slight handling marks. Buttplate shows 90% blue finish with sharp checkering. Forend cap retains 98% blue finish. Magazine is drifting to a smooth plumb-brown color. Magazine hanger and end-cap retain nearly all of blue finish. A very fine example of one of George Madis’ “favorite shootin guns”. 51079-9 TEP (2,500-4,000) C&R – Lot 4171

4172
$5,175.00

*RARE WINCHESTER MODEL 65 RIFLE IN 218 BEE.

SN 1004669. Cal. 218 BEE. 24″ rapid taper rnd bbl with hooded ramp front-sight. Button magazine. Blue finish. Straight grain American walnut stocks with plain pistol grip and checkered steel shotgun buttplate. Bbl shows a model and cal mark on left side at breech with Winchester address on right side at breech. WP proof stamped on top. Rear-sight mortise is filled with a blank. Receiver is marked “Winchester over trademark over Made in U.S.A.” on upper tang. SN is stamped on lower forward part of receiver. There is a “W” proof stamped in front of trigger. A WP proof is at front top of receiver. A rare adjustable bolt peep sight is also installed on bolt. Stocks have a plain pistol grip that is not capped. Forestock is of a semi-beavertail design. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl shows 90% blue finish that is drifting to a pleasing smooth plumb-brown patina. Bbl marks are sharp. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver shows 95% blue finish with sharp markings and a few slight scratch marks. Bolt has turned plumb-brown. Sight is very good. Stocks are fine, full-sized, and retain nearly all of varnish finish with very few small handling marks. Buttplate is a silver-gray patina with traces of blue and sharp checkering. Forend cap retains 95% blue finish. An opportunity to obtain a very rare Model 53′ Winchester which was a continuation of the Model 1892, of which a total of only 5,704 were manufactured between 1933 and 1947. 51079-4 TEP (3,500-5,000) C&R – Lot 4172

4173
$37,375.00

RARE & DESIRABLE WINCHESTER “INVERTED V” 1888 CARTRIDGE BOARD.

SN NSN. Great example of an 1888 “WINCHESTER REPEATING ARMS CO” Cartridge Board. Litho size is approx. 26″ x 38″ with three vignettes. Upper left with two cowboys and steer, upper right with two hunters and moose with lower centered vignette featuring bear and bear dogs. Cartridge layout consists of inverted “V” with partial rings around vignettes having a total of 87 metallic cartridges with 10 shot shell casing, 6 primer tins and 8 bullets centered around “NEW HAVEN/CONN U.S.A.” marking along display bottom. Orig framing consists of fancy gold inner frame with 1-3/4″ oak outer frame having five outer beads. Board is housed in custom 49-3/4″ x 38-3/85″ x 4-7/8″ glass fronted pine display cabinet. CONDITION: Litho has faded to dull olive drab. Color on vignette and red “H” show substantial fading. Board has protective lacquer coating and shows spot of damage along left side. Two metallic cartridges lack coating and appear to be replacements. Gold inner frame has spots and tears on all sides. Outer framing has areas of label residue on upper and lower portions. 51033-82 DS (15,000-25,000) – Lot 4173

4174
$16,675.00

RARE WINCHESTER MODEL 1890 SINGLE-W CARTRIDGE BOARD.

SN nsn. Rare board with only about 100 known. Exposed image is about 42-1/2″ x 29-1/2″ of wood grain heavy cardboard containing a total of 142 cartridges including the massive 70-150 cartridge at the top center. Left center of the board has the vignette by A.B. Frost of two north woods hunters in a snowy forest scene with one shooting a Winchester rifle. Right center has the vignette, probably by Frederick Remington, of a cowboy shooting his Winchester over his downed horse and bottom center has two hanging ducks, a mallard drake and a canvas back drake. Top center of the board has the large Winchester name in red over “REPEATING ARMS CO.” in gilt and across the bottom “NEW HAVEN, CONN., U.S.A.” also in gilt. Both bottom corners have advertising along with the names of Winchester’s new offices of New York and San Francisco. Mounted in its orig oak frame which is 51″ x 38″ and has a silver gesso inner frame. Rear of the board has its orig paper backing with Winchester compliments label. Included with this lot is an glass and wood protective cover which hangs over the cartridge board on the wall. This cover allows viewing of the board and protects it. CONDITION: The cardboard display has some creases and cracks, is considerably darkened and dusty. It appears that all orig cartridges, primers, and bullets are present; brass components have considerable darkening. Paper shot shells at left are re-wired, with some glue, are most likely replacements. 50929-1 MGM329 (8,000-15,000) – Lot 4174

4175
$0.00

RARE WINCHESTER “GIRL IN THE SADDLE” POSTER.

SN NSN. Brightly colored poster depicting young woman in western wear and red bandana, with western mountain backdrop, holding a Winchester 1892 saddle ring carbine in one hand while waving her hat in the air with other hand. Upper right hand corner has red “W” trademark. Lower portion has black background with yellow and red writing touting the use of Winchester arms and cartridges for all types of shooting. Poster size is 31-1/2″ x 14″, with metal upper and lower edges. CONDITION: Poster retains vivid, largely unfaded colors. Edges are lightly tattered. Poster shows evidence of rolling and folding in the past with 3-1/2″ tear on left side of upper metal border. 50419-1 DS (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4175

4176
$920.00

OUTFIT USED BY LEE MARVIN IN “GORKY PARK”.

This jacket and leather boots were specially made for Lee Marvin to be worn in the movie, “Gorky Park”. The jacket having a label, “S. Style Aitoa Nahkaa”. The Finnish jacket probably purchased by the production company in Finland where it was made. The movie depicted a Russian location but was actually filmed in Finland. A pair of laced top high leather boots, folded over with tooled leather decoration were also part of this costume. Lee Marvin played “Jack Osborne” in the suspenseful 1980’s Cold War thriller. Lee Marvin usually played roles depicting a macho, hard, determined individual and was frequently in war and action movies. Unlike many of the famous action and war movie stars of the day, Marvin had been there and done that. He was a Marine in the U.S. Army during WWII and was actually wounded on Iwo Jima. This outfit was originally sold in the Lee Marvin Estate after his death via his wife, Pamela Marvin. A still photograph from the movie, “Gorky Park”, depicting Marvin wearing this same outfit accompanies this grouping. SIZE: Coat 54. Boots, 18″ high (folded over),sole 12-3/4″ long. PROVENANCE: The Estate of Lee Marvin through Pamela Marvin. CONDITION: Coat has very light wear. The boots show some use. Generally very good. 51086-2 (2,000-3,000) – Lot 4176

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4177
$57,500.00

EXTREMELY RARE DELUXE CONRAD ULRICH ENGRAVED EXHIBITION QUALITY MARLIN MODEL 1893 TAKEDOWN LEVER ACTION RIFLE IN EXTREMELY FINE CONDITION WITH GOLD AND PLATINUM INLAY.

SN 155286. Cal. 30-30. Spectacular Marlin with 26″ oct to rnd bbl, full magazine, takedown with German silver Rocky Mountain front sight and sporting rear sight. Mounted with highly figured, shell grain European walnut with #10 checkered & carved forearm and serpentine pistol grip stock with Marlin hard rubber buttplate. Carving consists of a maple leaf and special borders on each side of both stock & forearm. SN is on bottom of receiver, left side of top tang, under the wood and inside top tang channel of buttstock. Receiver is engraved in spectacular #10 style, by Conrad Ulrich. Engraving consists of the large oval vignette of a semi-relief bull moose in a very detailed forest scene with very fine stippled background. Right side is engraved in a slightly smaller vignette of an extreme highly detailed grizzly bear in a mountain scene. Both sides of receiver have nearly full coverage, semi-relief grape leaves with fine punch dot background. Both vignettes are outlined in inlaid gold wire. Bolt is engraved to match with a flower blossom in the center surrounded by gold wire inlay. Bottom & top of receiver are engraved in foliate arabesque patterns with grape leaves in the center on top side flats. Lever boss, top tang, takedown ring and forend cap are engraved to match. Sides of lever & the exposed flats of the bbl, over chamber area are engraved in light arabesque patterns. Chamber area of the bbl and around the caliber marking is inlaid with two platinum wire inlays and a gold wire inlay with three gold dots on each side. Forend cap has platinum wire inlay. This 1893 Marlin rifle with such extensive engraved coverage, special carved wood, gold and platinum inlay, and such high orig finish is exceedingly rare. PROVENANCE: Ex-Clarence Parks Collection; Ex-Wes Adams Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus, all matching. Overall rifle retains virtually all of its crisp orig factory finish with bright orig blue and brilliant case colors, only slightly faded on takedown ring and outer faces of finger loop. Wood is sound with a few, very light handling & storage nicks & scratches and retains virtually all of its brilliant factory piano varnish finish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore, may be unfired. 50412-17 (50,000-100,000) – Lot 4177

4178
$0.00

EXTREMELY FINE RARE TAKEDOWN SPECIAL ORDER DELUXE “EXHIBITION GRADE” CONRAD ULRICH ENGRAVED MARLIN MODEL 1894 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 131458. Cal. 32-20. Blue and color case hardened with 24″ oct to rnd bbl, half magazine and Beech’s ivory bead combination front sight, a Lyman No. 6 2-leaf sight in rear seat and a large loop Lyman tang sight. Top of bbl is full length factory matted and has standard Marlin markings on top flat forward of rear sight. Mounted with very highly figured straight grain American walnut with “G” style checkering and pistol grip stock with serpentine grip and Marlin embossed hard rubber buttplate. Receiver is #3 engraved by Conrad Ulrich with the large oval vignette of a grazing bull elk in a forest scene on left side surrounded by wonderful foliate arabesque patterns with punch dot background. Right side of receiver has nearly full coverage foliate arabesque patterns with punch dot background and a foliate pattern back of the loading gate opening. Side of bolt, lever boss, bottom of receiver, takedown ring and forend cap are engraved to match. Top side flats and side flats of bbl are engraved in light arabesque patterns over chamber area as is the top tang which also has a flower blossom around tang screw. Top of receiver is engraved in various border patterns with light arabesque patterns and is marked “MARLIN SAFETY”. Left side of upper tang, under the wood is marked with matching SN. Top tang channel of buttstock is marked with the SN “131475”. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum letter identifying this rifle as a takedown model in 32-20 caliber with 24″ half oct bbl, pistol grip and half magazine shipped on March 21, 1896. It was returned May 18, 1896, Dec. 5, 1896, Dec. 23, 1896, Jan. 26, 1901, Feb. 13, 1901 and Feb. 22, 1901. There is no indication as to what may have been done to this rifle during these many returns for repair but it is apparent that the stock was changed early on given the SN in the stock top tang channel is so close to the SN of this rifle. There is little doubt that the wood is factory installed. It has been noted by Marlin Scholars that the numerous factory returns noted in the factory letter were not for repair, but rather is indicative of a Factory Exhibition rifle’s history of display and subsequent return from various promotional events. This gun features special order extremely fine checkering (32 lines/sq.inch) which is also indicative of an exhibition gun. The takedown locking cam is the rare short flush-type locking cam as pictured on p. 671 in the Marlin Firearms Book by Brophy. PROVENANCE: Ex-Randy Gott Collection; Ex-Frank Kelley Collection; Ex-Wes Adams Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus. Overall retains 98-99% strong orig factory finish with bright strong blue on bbl and magazine tube with only light muzzle edge wear. Receiver, takedown ring, lever and hammer retain virtually all of their strong, bright factory case colors, slightly faded on takedown ring and top edge of hammer. Wood is sound with one or two very minor handling and storage nicks and scratches in the finish and overall retains virtually all of its orig factory finish with some minor crazing on left side of buttstock. Checkering shows very minor diamond point wear. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore, may be unfired. 50412-22 (40,000-80,000) IVORY – Lot 4178

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4179
$0.00

*EXTREMELY RARE CONRAD ULRICH FACTORY ENGRAVED DELUXE MODEL 1893 TAKEDOWN MARLIN LEVER ACTION RIFLE WITH EXTRAORDINARILY RARE BIRD’S EYE MAPLE STOCK INSCRIBED “D. M. HAZLETON” IN EXTREMELY FINE CONDITION.

SN 225353. Cal. 30-30. Spectacular Marlin rifle with 24″ oct bbl, full magazine, German silver front sight and semi-buckhorn rear sight with large loop Lyman tang sight. Takedown locking cam has the medium length feature. Rifle is mounted with phenomenal rare beautifully grained bird’s eye maple with serpentine pistol grip buttstock and classic Marlin crescent steel buttplate. Buttstock is correctly numbered to gun. Receiver is engraved by Conrad Ulrich, though unsigned, which consists of the large oval vignette of a standing “Hartford” stag in a forest scene on left side and a grizzly bear over his kill in a forest scene on right side. These vignettes are surrounded by artistically empty decorative panels which are themselves surrounded by foliate arabesque patterns with fine punch dot background. Top left edge of receiver is factory inscribed in period script “D.M. Hazleton” and the top flat of receiver is marked “MARLIN SAFETY”. Engraving patterns extend over the top front of the receiver, back of hammer slot, bottom front of receiver, sides of lever and takedown ring with matching patterns on buttplate tang. Light engraved patterns also extend over the exposed flats of the bbl over chamber area. Side & rear end of bolt are engraved to match and there are various border patterns around the engraving. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum letter which identifies this rifle as a takedown in caliber 30-30 with 24″ oct bbl, shipped June 18, 1901. This is a typical Marlin letter which almost never mentions any extras. Dallas M. Hazleton (1878-1934) found spelled Hazelton or Hazleton passed the bar of New York in Gouverneur, NY in 1901, the year this gun was shipped. He went on to be an attorney and judge. Unfortunately neither work shop or order records for Marlins have never been found. According to the book Marlin Firearms, Brophy, bird’s eye maple stocks were special order but “The few examples of bird’s-eye maple observed indicate that this type of wood was not the choice of many sportsmen.” Birds eye maple may have not been popular among buyers or maybe it was just too expensive; regardless this is a stunning and rare maple stocked exquisitely engraved piece of art. PROVENANCE: Ex-Frank Kelley Collection; Ex-Wes Adams Collection. CONDITION: Very fine to extremely fine. Bbl and magazine tube retain about 98% strong orig factory blue with only faint muzzle edge wear and a very minor tiny nick or two. Receiver retains most of its orig case colors, moderately faded, stronger in sheltered areas especially on the left side. Lever retains strong case colors on sides and front recess with the balance fading to silver. Hammer retains strong bright case colors, faded to silver on top edge. Takedown ring & cam have silvered case colors as does the buttplate. Wood is sound with a few minor handling and use nicks and scratches and retains just about all of its orig factory varnish, slightly crazed on grip area and near the buttplate. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. 50412-23 (40,000-80,000) – Lot 4179

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4180
$0.00

EXTREMELY RARE & IMPORTANT MARLIN MODEL 1893 TAKEDOWN LEVER ACTION RIFLE RELIEF ENGRAVED WITH GOLD & PLATINUM INLAY.

SN 139494. Cal. 30-30. Fantastic, special order, takedown, deluxe engraved rifle with 26″ oct to rnd bbl, half magazine, half nickel front sight & semi-buckhorn rear sight with Lyman loop tang sight with large disk. Manufactured February 18, 1897. Receiver is wonderfully semi-relief engraved in #10 patterns by Conrad Ulrich with large vignettes of a bull and cow elk in a very detailed woodland scene on left side and a very highly detailed bust of a grizzly bear on right side. Left side vignette has a fine gold rope border and right side vignette has a solid gold wire border. Both sides of receiver have large coverage grape leaf, berry & vine pattern engraving with an extremely fine shaded background. Both sides have Ulrich’s typical curlicue borders with larger feather style borders around top flats. Side of bolt is engraved with grape leaf and berries with a small rnd vignette that has a gold wire inlay. Sides of lever boss also have leaf & vine patterns. Front & rear edges of receiver have gold wire inlay with inlaid platinum wire on sides of hammer and with wire and curls in platinum over chamber area of bbl. Forend cap, sides of takedown ring and top front of receiver have fine arabesque pattern engraving & there is a platinum wire inlay around forend cap. Sides of lever and down top tang have light arabesque pattern engraving. Mounted with extremely beautiful burled walnut stock and pistol grip with serpentine grip cap, 12-3/4″ over the orig Marlin hard rubber buttplate. Stock and forend cap have sling eyes. This rifle is pictured on p. 347 of Steel Canvas, Wilson. Pattern #10 engravings with a combination of gold and platinum inlay are extremely rare and considered the highest form of decoration ever on an American manufactured firearm. PROVENANCE: Ex-Carl Press Collection; Ex-Clarence Parks Collection; Ex-Wes Adams Collection. CONDITION: Very fine to extremely fine. Bbl retains about 94-96% strong bright orig blue, slightly thinned & turning plum on rnd section & over chamber area. Magazine tube retains about all of its strong bright orig blue. Receiver retains about 80% orig case colors, mostly faded but strong & bright in sheltered areas. Lever retains about 50% orig case colors, strong & bright in sheltered areas, faded elsewhere. Hammer retains 75-80% strong orig case colors, mostly on sides. Wood is sound & retains about all of an extremely fine piano varnish finish. Mechanics are crisp, strong bright shiny bore. 50412-16 (25,000-50,000) – Lot 4180

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4181
$14,375.00

RARE AND FINE DELUXE ENGRAVED TAKEDOWN MARLIN MODEL 1893 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 115303. Cal. 38-55. Beautiful deluxe takedown ’93 with 26″ oct bbl, full magazine, takedown, with German silver Rocky Mountain front sight, long semi-buckhorn rear sight and Lyman combination tang sight. Left top bbl flat & receiver have British proofs along with “.370”. Mounted with very nicely figured American walnut with B-style checkered forearm and straight stock with Marlin hard rubber buttplate. Locking cam is long style. Left side of upper tang is stamped with matching SN which number is also found in top tang channel of buttstock. Receiver is engraved in No. 2 style with the vignette of a feeding bull elk with birds & trees in background in oval frame border with foliate arabesque patterns fore and aft with arrowhead and wavelet borders. Right side is engraved with foliate arabesque patterns and a shell pattern back of loading gate port. Sides of lever boss, bolt, top and bottom of receiver, top tang, forend cap and exposed flats of bbl over chamber area are engraved to match. Top of receiver is marked “MARLIN SAFETY”. Accompanied by a Cody Firearms Museum letter that identifies this rifle as a Model 1893 in caliber 38-55 with 26″ oct bbl, takedown and shipped Jan. 11, 1895. PROVENANCE: Ex-Wes Adams Collection. CONDITION: Very fine, all matching. Bbl retains 94-95% strong orig blue with light muzzle edge and sharp edge wear; magazine tube retains 90-92% orig blue turning plum; receiver, lever and hammer retain most of their orig factory case colors, moderately thinned, turned silver on bottom of takedown ring with a few scattered small spots of pitting; outer face of lever has turned silver; wood is sound with a few light nicks and scratches, showing wear on carry point of forearm and another spot of wear on comb of stock, otherwise retains most of its orig factory varnish. Mechanics are crisp, bright crisp bore. 50412-21 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 4181

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4182
$0.00

*RARE SPECIAL ORDER DELUXE ENGRAVED MARLIN MODEL 1893 TAKEDOWN LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 198053. Cal. 38-55. Fine deluxe 1893 with 26″ oct to rnd bbl, half magazine, takedown with German silver Rocky Mountain front sight and Marlin semi-buckhorn rear sight. Mounted with very highly figured, flame and shell grain American walnut with C-style checkered forearm and serpentine pistol grip stock with crescent steel buttplate. Left side of upper tang is stamped with matching SN which number is also found in top tang channel of buttstock and inside toe of buttplate. Rifle is engraved Grade 1 which consists of the large vignette of a standing whitetail buck in a forest scene on left side with light foliate arabesque patterns and multiple borders. Right side of receiver, top & bottom of receiver & lever boss are engraved in light foliate arabesque patterns. All screws are gold plated. Accompanied by a Marlin Firearms Co. letter which identifies this rifle in cal. 38-55 with 26″ half oct bbl, half magazine, takedown, #1 engraved, “extra special”, “C” checkered stock & pistol grip, shipped Oct. 12, 1903. PROVENANCE: Ex-Tom Seymour Collection; Ex-Wes Adams Collection. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Bbl retains 95-96% strong orig blue with light thinning on each side of muzzle, light sharp edge wear on octagonal section with some scattered, very light surface discoloration; magazine tube retains dark blue in sheltered areas, turning plum on outer radius; receiver retains about 80% thinning orig blue, turned silver on bottom at carry point; hammer retains strong case colors and the lever strong case colors on sides and in sheltered areas, turned silver on outer faces; buttplate is a mottled silver/gray patina; hammer & tang screws retain strong gold wash on the heads, other screws retain traces of gold being mostly worn to nickel under-finish; wood is sound with normal nicks, dings and scratches with one deep scratch by the right toe and a small bruise on the forearm, otherwise is sound & retains most of its orig piano varnish finish; forearm retains about 80% strong orig piano varnish finish showing wear on bottom rear and moderate wear on checkering. Mechanics are crisp, very bright shiny bore. 50412-18 (10,000-20,000) – Lot 4182

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4183
$11,500.00

EXCEPTIONAL SPECIAL ORDER ENGRAVED MARLIN 1893 WITH RARE SPECIAL ORDER 30-INCH OCTAGON BARREL.

SN 294769. Cal. 32-40. Exceptionally rare 30″ special order full oct bbl with full magazine with case colored receiver. Engraved in the Marlin No. 1 pattern and likely engraved by Ulrich. With checkered pistol grip deluxe stocks with hard rubber Marlin buttplate. The engraving scene on the left side of receiver is a central vignette of a white-tail deer with forest scene with a 2-line border. Balance of frame filled with small foliate and arabesque scrolls with a single chisel line border top and bottom with rope border fore and aft. Engraving continues over the top of receiver with borders and scrolls to right side of receiver where bolt has foliate and arabesque with small scrolls which continues down to the lower portion of the receiver with centrally located large scrolls with wide rope border fore and aft and single chisel cut border encompassing entire side. Receiver is engraved with small scrolls at hinge point for lever as well as bottom of receiver as a small centralized scroll and vine embellishment. The 2-pc select walnut stocks are nicely checkered in the single diamond pattern with very fine checkered S pattern pistol grip. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine overall, with receiver retaining virtually all of its vivid Marlin case colors with very slight fading at balance point below SN. Finish on the rare 30″ oct bbl is exceptional with wear and finish loss only at the highest of points of bbl flats and is not significant. A slight amount of muzzle or end wear is evident on bbl and magazine tube. Walnut stocks are exceptionally fine with very sharp and preserved checkering with fine finish remaining on forend cap, hammer and lever. There is a slight amount of case color fading on bottom of lever. The Marlin hard rubber buttplate is very fine with a trace of wear at heel and one very insignificant chip in base of buttplate. Bore and mechanics are bright and crisp. Bbl is mounted with traditional semi buckhorn sporting rear sight and nickel silver blade sporting front sight. 50506-59 TDW (10,000-15,000) – Lot 4183

4184
$4,025.00

*EXCEPTIONALLY FINE MARLIN MODEL 1893 FACTORY ENGRAVED RIFLE.

SN 437840. Cal. 30-30. 26″ oct bbl with full magazine with blue finished receiver engraved in the Marlin No. 1 pattern with 2-pc checkered pistol grip deluxe stocks with steel butt. Engraved in the style of John Ulrich a game scene with a vignette of a standing white-tail buck at a watering hole with reeds and trees in background with a dual line border surrounding vignette and modest coverage of foliate arabesque with a dual outer border in a rope pattern. Right side of receiver has moderate coverage with a 2-line border on outer edges of receiver in a rope border style with two central areas of foliate arabesque engraving and small scrolls. Bolt being engraved to match with small scroll scenes in center and a single line border. The select walnut stocks checkered in a single diamond pattern are highly figured walnut with the traditional trademark S pattern type pistol grip. Bbl is mounted with a Marlin traditional semi-buckhorn rear sporting sight and a W.F. Sheard sporting blade front sight. Bbl marked with traditional Marlin Firearms address on top flat as well as marked on left side below rear sight “SPECIAL SMOKELESS STEEL” with cal. designation “30-30” on top flat over chamber. Tang is marked “MODEL 1893”. CONDITION: Very fine overall, with much factory blue finish remaining with slight thinning on flats of bbl and magazine tube. The thinning has produced a somewhat plum finish with a slight loss of finish at muzzle from period use. The extra high polished receiver offsets the factory engraving wonderfully. Has typical finish loss on high points of receiver and bottom of receiver in the SN area. Case color still is evident on lever in the more protected areas, but bottom and inside of loop have somewhat silvered. Buttplate is void of any finish. 2-pc deluxe walnut stocks are in very fine condition with numerous small period scratches and slight bruising. Checkering is still sharp and complete and wood still retains much orig finish with slight darkening at wrist. 50506-60 TDW (5,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 4184

4185
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VERY RARE AND EXTREMELY FINE SPECIAL ORDER DELUXE ENGRAVED MARLIN MODEL 1889 LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 114243. Cal. 38 WCF (38-40). Wonderful deluxe ’89 with 28″ oct bbl, full magazine with German silver Rocky Mountain front sight and long semi-buckhorn rear sight. Top of receiver is marked “MARLIN SAFETY”. Left side of upper tang has matching SN which number is also found in top tang channel of buttstock and inside buttplate. Receiver is engraved in style-1 with the rnd vignette of a standing white tail buck in a forest scene on left side with light foliate arabesque patterns fore and aft with border of connected circles. Right side of frame is engraved in light foliate arabesque patterns with a shell pattern back of the loading gate opening. Side of bolt, top and bottom of frame and top tang are engraved to match with a rosette around the tang screw. Mounted with very nicely figured burl American walnut with Grade B checkering, a serpentine grip cap and crescent buttplate. Very few of this model had deluxe wood and extremely few were engraved, making this an extremely rare rifle. PROVENANCE: Ex-Wes Adams Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine, all matching. Bbl, magazine tube and forend cap retain about 99% crisp, orig factory blue; receiver, lever and hammer retain virtually all of their orig factory case colors, brilliant on sides and top of receiver, slightly faded on bottom at carry point and outer face of lever; buttplate retains most of its orig case colors turned silvery; wood is sound with a few light nicks and scratches and retains most of its brilliant factory varnish finish; checkering shows very light diamond point wear. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore, probably unfired. 50412-19 JS (25,000-50,000) – Lot 4185

4186
$14,950.00

RARE SPECIAL ORDER FACTORY ENGRAVED MARLIN MODEL 1889 DELUXE LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 44294. Cal. 44 WCF (44-40). Rare Model ’89 with 26″ oct bbl, full magazine, Rocky Mountain German silver front sight, long semi-buckhorn rear sight and Lyman #15 windgage tang sight. Mounted with very beautiful, highly figured, European walnut with checkered forearm and serpentine pistol grip buttstock with crescent buttplate. SN is on bottom of receiver, left side of upper tang under the wood, inside top tang channel of buttstock and inside toe of buttplate. Top tang also had another SN “42739” which has been factory defaced. Receiver is very nicely engraved with the vignette of a standing grizzly bear in a mountain scene on left side with extremely well-executed foliate arabesque patterns and border patterns on left side with matching foliate arabesque patterns on right side and a flower blossom centered on the bolt. Light foliate arabesque patterns and straight line borders extend over the top & bottom of receiver and top tang. Model ’89 rifles are fairly scarce in their own right with deluxe rifles quite scarce and engraved rifles extremely rare. PROVENANCE: Ex-Wes Adams Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine, all matching. Bbl and magazine tube retain 98-99% crisp orig blue and forend cap 96-97% blue; receiver retains strong case colors on sides, moderately faded over top & bottom; lever & hammer retain moderately faded case colors turned silver on outer faces of lever; buttplate retains smokey case colors. Wood is sound with a few light bruises in the checkering on both stock and forearm and a few light nicks & scratches and overall retains about all of its crisp orig varnish finish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. 50412-20 JS (15,000-25,000) – Lot 4186

4187
$6,325.00

*SPECIAL ORDER MARLIN 1897 DELUXE FACTORY ENGRAVED.

SN 417497. Cal. 22. 28″ oct bbl, 24″ mag tube, combination front sight, flat top V-notch sporting rear sight. Top flat of bbl marked “MARLIN FIRE ARMS CO. NEW – HAVEN, CT., U.S.A./PAT’D NOV. 19. 1878. APRIL 2. 1889. AUG. 12. 1890. MAR. 1. 1892.” Receiver is style 1 factory engraved with circle with buck deer in a wooded scene on left side surrounded by open scroll patterns. Right side has open foliate scroll with punch dot background. Top tang is equipped with short base flip up peep sight. Mounted with streaked straight grain walnut, checkered pistol grip with gull wing cap, Marlin hard rubber buttplate, standard forend with large checkered diamond on bottom. Inspection of inside tang reveals left side of top tang stamped “497”, the last three numbers of the SN. Top tang channel is stamped “0417497”. PROVENANCE: Ex-George Peters collection. CONDITION: Fine plus. Bbl retains 90% orig blue showing some slight muzzle wear and bright on sharp edges, normal small nicks and scratches and a couple small areas of very fine surface oxidation. Receiver shows good fading orig case colors, strong and dark in protected areas, thinning and blending with silver and brown patina on sharp edges and across top and bottom. Hammer shows fading orig case colors. Lever shows orig case colors on sides blending with silver patina across bottom. Stock is sound with tiny crack behind top tang, sharp checkering, usual fine nicks and scratches and retains a factory style restored varnish finish. Forend is sound with sharp checkering, some minor small handling marks and retains a factory style restored varnish finish. Mechanics are crisp, lightly frosted bore, good rifling with a couple minor shallow scattered pits. 50506-61 (7,500-12,500) – Lot 4187

4188
$4,025.00

*EXCEPTIONALLY FINE FACTORY ENGRAVED MARLIN 97 LEVER ACTION.

SN 442282. Cal. 22L. 24″ full oct bbl with full tube magazine. Case colored receiver artfully engraved in the No. 1 pattern with a vignette of a white-tail deer standing amongst a small forest scene with an exterior 2-line border around the vignette with additional foliate and small scrolls continue to fill the balance of the receiver with a very attractive 2-line scroll encased border. Right sight of receiver has a central plane of engraving consisting of one rather large foliate and scroll with dot punch background in center with a chisel-cut 2-line border around the perimeter of the receiver. The bolt nicely engraved in a vine embellishment. Top of receiver is dual chase line engraved with small finials at fore and aft position of receiver. Bottom of receiver has one single embellishment just under SN of a sunburst done in scroll and vine. Lever is case color and is fitted nicely with a correct Marbles tang sight. With hard rubber buttplate. Stocks are of heavily marbled select walnut with the traditional 1897 S pattern grip and checkered in their single diamond pattern. CONDITION: A very fine overall rifle, with skillfully executed engraving on the case colored receiver with only minor losses of color at the top and bottom edges of receiver sides. The lever has somewhat silvered but still retains approximately 30% of its case coloring. Upper and lower tang still retain most case colors. Bbl blue finish has turned quite plum with finish loss on high points of oct bbl. Magazine tube is excellent with most all finish remaining. Forend cap has lost most of its blue finish and is now somewhat silver. Wood stocks are very fine with numerous small nicks and small bruising, however, most orig factory varnish remains. Checkering is somewhat worn on forearm from actual use. 50506-62 TDW (5,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 4188

4189
$23,000.00

*EXTRAORDINARILY RARE GOLD #10 ENGRAVED & GOLD INLAID MARLIN MODEL 27S PUMP ACTION RIFLE.

SN 10737. Cal. 25-20. Blue finish with 24″ tapered oct bbl, ivory bead front sight and Marlin semi-buckhorn rear sight with a Lyman large loop tang sight. Mounted with very highly figured flame & shell grain American walnut with “F” style checkered tapered rnd forearm & straight stock with crescent steel buttplate. SN was observed on left side of top tang under the wood, inside top tang channel of buttstock and inside buttplate. No further disassembly was effected to check for additional matching numbers. Receiver is spectacularly engraved by C.F. Ulrich with large vignettes of two squirrels on a tree limb with the tree in the background, surrounded by a simple incised line and gold wire borders. Right side is engraved with the large vignette of three rabbits that depicts one standing in front of a hollow tree stump with the other two rabbits in the hole of the stump, behind a rock with foliate & floral background. This vignette is surrounded by an elliptical shaped plain border with a gold wire outline. Both sides of receiver have full coverage, intertwined, foliate arabesque patterns with fine punch dot background. Top edges of receiver have running leaf & vine patterns with a shell pattern over the front bridge. Top of front bridge also has fine gold & platinum wire inlays. Bottom edges of receiver also have running leaf & vine patterns with foliate arabesque patterns on floorplate. Trigger guard is engraved with geometric patterns. Center of buttplate is engraved with foliate arabesque patterns and a diamond cross-hatched round center. This extraordinary rifle is the top rifle pictured on the book cover. Accompanied by a National Rifle Association of America “ONE OF THE TEN BEST ARMS” silver medallion number 382 awarded to this rifle at the 2000 annual NRA meeting. Also includes the medallion box and blue plastic stand. PROVENANCE: Ex-Richard Rohal Estate Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus, all matching. Overall retains about 98% strong orig factory blue on metal with only faint sharp edge wear and a very minor handling & storage mark or two with slight wear on the slide rod. Wood is sound with a scratch on top right side of wrist and a few other minor handling & storage marks in the varnish and overall retains virtually all of its orig factory piano varnish finish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. 50425-5 (25,000-35,000) IVORY – Lot 4189

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4190
$20,125.00

*EXTRAORDINARILY RARE #10 ENGRAVED & GOLD INLAID MARLIN MODEL 20 PUMP ACTION RIFLE FROM THE MAHON MARLIN ESTATE.

SN 3939. Cal. 22. Extraordinary dainty deluxe little rifle with 23″ tapered oct bbl, ivory bead front sight and tiny elevation adjustable rear sight. Top flat of bbl has the usual Marlin address with arrows at each end and a half magazine. Mounted with exceptional, extra finish flame & shell grain American walnut with “F” style checkered round forearm & straight stock with semi-crescent steel buttplate. Receiver is engraved by Conrad Ulrich with the large vignette of two squirrels in a tree on left side surrounded by a fine incised line & gold wire borders and the oval vignette of two rabbits in a woodland scene with a tree in the background on the right side, also surrounded by a fine plain & gold wire borders. Sides of receiver are engraved in full coverage, intertwined, foliate arabesque patterns with fine punch dot background. Top edges of receiver have fine tapering snake patterns with a chipped pattern border around the top flat and arabesque patterns at each end. Front receiver ring is engraved with a shell pattern and inlaid with a narrow gold band. Top tang has light foliate arabesque patterns and a simple line border. Bottom edges of receiver are engraved in snake & dot patterns with foliate arabesque patterns on floorplate. Engraving extends about 2-1/4″ over the top five flats of the bbl with simple arabesque patterns. Chamber end of bbl, at the receiver, is inlaid with fine gold & platinum bands. Buttplate is engraved with foliate arabesque patterns around screw holes. The SN is on the left side of the top tang under the wood, inside the top tang channel of the butt stock and inside the buttplate. Page 444 of the book Marlin Firearms, Brophy, has a black & white picture of both sides of this rifle with the caption “…one of the two finest pump action .22 rifles produced by Marlin” and he also refers to it as “exceptionally rare”. This rifle appeared on the cover of the 28th Edition Blue Book of Gun Values, Fjestad, in 2007 and is the center rifle in the color photograph. Accompanied by a letter dated Sept. 19, 1996 over the signature of Edward Caporale wherein he states that he owns two Marlin rifles which had been the property of Mr. Mahon Marlin and upon his death were passed on to his only daughter, Janet. Mr. Caporale’s father-in-law, Dominic Griego, had worked for Mr. Marlin beginning in 1933 and continued working for Janet until her death in 1965. According to the letter Mr. Griego was given a number of items from Janet’s property, including three rifles, a shotgun and two 22s. Mr. Griego reportedly gave the two 22s to Mr. Caporale before he passed away in July 1996 at age 88. Also accompanied by a National Rifle Association “ONE OF TEN BEST ARMS” silver medal No. 381 awarded to this rifle at the NRA convention in 2000. Additionally accompanied by the blue medal box and the small plastic stand. PROVENANCE: Ex-Richard Rohal Estate Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus, all matching. Overall retains 98-99% crisp orig blue with only extremely faint sharp edge wear on the bbl and minor wear on the slide rod and right side of the hammer. Wood is sound with a few minor chips in the varnish and some minor crazing to the finish and overall retains about all of its fine orig factory piano varnish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. 50425-1 (20,000-30,000) IVORY – Lot 4190

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4191
$14,950.00

*EXTREMELY RARE MARLIN MODEL 38 #10 ENGRAVED & GOLD INLAID PUMP ACTION RIFLE.

SN 2605. Cal. 22. One-of-a-kind Marlin with 24″ tapered oct bbl, Marbles Duplex front sight with brass fixed bead and folding ivory night bead, a semi-buckhorn rear sight and an unusual tang sight that extends down the tang to the comb. Top flat of the bbl has the usual Marlin Firearms Corp. markings and a 3/4 magazine. Receiver is unusual with its hinged receiver that is locked with a spring loaded serrated pad in the top tang. Safety is a push lever just behind the trigger guard that is pressed upward to fire and down from the top to engage the safety. Rifle is mounted with very nicely figured, streaky French walnut with modified No. 10 checkered & carved rnd forearm with a large oak leaf at the bottom rear edge and an acorn in the upper panel. Butt stock has a checkered pistol grip with serpentine grip cap and special carved oak leaf & acorn panels on each side. Grip cap is mounted with a matching contour rectangular silver plate engraved “NELVA BEDORE”. Buttplate is standard Marlin-marked hard rubber. Receiver is inlaid with a fine gold band completely over the sides and top at the front & rear edges and is engraved with the large vignette of two squirrels on a tree on left side surrounded by a decorative arabesque mortar and the vignette of two rabbits in a field scene on the right side, surrounded by an identical border. Both vignettes are surrounded by fine foliate arabesque patterns with dash & dot border completely around the sides. Top of receiver is engraved with mirror image grape leaf patterns surrounded by foliate arabesque patterns with matching engraving on top tang, bottom of receiver and trigger guard. Engraving extends about 2″ over the top flat, top right flat, right side flat and left side flat. The top left side flat is occupied with the caliber marking. This rifle is the bottom rifle that appeared on the cover of the 28th Edition of Blue Book of Gun Values, Fjestad, published in 2007. Accompanied by a National Rifle Association award plaque and “ONE OF TEN BEST ARMS” silver medal No. 463, awarded to this rifle at the annual meeting in 2008. The plaque states “Only known engraved Model 38”. Also accompanied by the original blue plush medal box and sleeve and the small plastic stand. Additionally accompanied by a Marlin factory letter over the signature of William S. Brophy wherein he states that this rifle is the “finest Model 38 extant” and that it is “a one-of-a-kind Marlin”. He goes on to give a history of the Model 38 and its designer. Along with Mr. Brophy’s letter is a copy of another letter on Remington Arms Co. letterhead dated Oct. 2, 1989 addressed to Mr. Brophy at Marlin over the signature of E.D. Bedore, National Accounts Mgr. Mr. Bedore is apparently forwarding photographs of “my grandmother’s Model 38”. The letter states “As the story goes, my grandmother claims that she won this firearm at an exhibition shoot”, and in another paragraph he identifies it with SN 2605. Additionally accompanying are two pages copied from The Marlin Collector of April 1990 which has three pictures of this exact rifle over the initials of Mr. Brophy. In the captions to one of the pictures he states without doubt it was engraved by Alden George Ulrich. PROVENANCE: Ex-Richard Rohal Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very fine to extremely fine. Bbl retains about 98% strong orig factory blue with three pencil eraser sized and three smaller blood spots toward the muzzle with only faint sharp edge wear after that. Magazine tube retains about all of its strong orig blue forward of forearm, showing heavy forearm wear on the tube behind the forearm and moderate wear on the slide bar. Receiver has one small wear spot on the top right rear edge, otherwise retains virtually all of its strong orig factory blue. Wood has a few minor nicks & scratches and shows light to moderate wear on forearm with a few chipped diamonds and overall retains most of its fine oil finish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. 50425-3 (12,500-17,500) – Lot 4191

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4192
$12,075.00

*RARE FACTORY #3 ENGRAVED MARLIN MODEL 27S PUMP ACTION RIFLE.

SN 2907. Cal. 32 WCF (32-20). Outstanding deluxe engraved rifle with 24″ tapered oct bbl, ivory bead front sight and semi-buckhorn rear sight. Mounted with streaky, nicely figured French walnut with “F” style checkered rnd forearm and straight stock with crescent steel buttplate. Receiver is very nicely engraved with large vignette of two squirrels on a tree limb on the left side and two rabbits in a field scene with trees on right side. Both vignettes have wide sweeping borders with dash & dot inside borders. Both vignettes are surrounded by fine foliate arabesque patterns with shaded backgrounds. Both sides have scallop & wavelet borders with a floral rosette centered on right side of bolt. Top of receiver is engraved with foliate arabesque patterns at each end, a chip border around the entire top and snake & dot borders around the top edges. Bottom edges have tapering snake & dot borders with foliate arabesque patterns on floorplate & trigger bow. Engraving extends over top & side flats of the chamber area. Right top flat is stamped with the caliber marking, upside down, to accommodate the engraving. SN is on left side of top tang, inside top tang channel of butt stock and inside buttplate. A truly wonderful and rare engraved Marlin, the only known example. PROVENANCE: Previously sold as part of the Richard Rohal Estate Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus, all matching. Overall retains virtually all of its orig factory finish with strong dark blue that has only slight sharp edge wear and a little wear on the slide rod. Wood is sound with crisp checkering that has a couple of chipped diamonds and a few small bruises with light handling & use marks and overall retains most of its crisp oil finish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. 50425-2 DS (8,000-12,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 4192

4193
$11,500.00

*RARE DELUXE #3 ENGRAVED MARLIN MODEL 20-S PUMP ACTION RIFLE.

SN 4090. Cal. 22. Wonderful rare little rifle with 24″ tapered oct bbl, broken ivory bead front sight and Model 20 rear sight. It has full magazine and standard markings. Mounted with highly figured, shell grain American walnut with “F” style checkered rnd forearm and straight stock with crescent steel buttplate. Right side of butt stock is elaborately carved in a large elliptical vignette of a flying mallard and a sweeping foliate pattern, all with stippled background. Receiver is wonderfully engraved by Conrad Ulrich in No. 3 style with the large oval vignette of a bull & cow elk in a very detailed mountain scene on left side, all surrounded by foliate arabesque patterns with punch dot background. Right side has full coverage, wonderfully executed foliate arabesque patterns with a floral rosette on the takedown screw. Top of receiver ring is engraved with the intertwined initials “GBS” or some combination thereof. Bottom front of receiver is engraved in a foliate spray pattern with fine geometric patterns down each side. Top edges are engraved in very fine wavelet patterns. Center of buttplate is engraved with a fine foliate arabesque pattern. SN is on the left side of the top tang under the wood, inside the top tang channel of the butt stock and inside the buttplate. PROVENANCE: Ex-Richard Rohal Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine to very fine, all matching. Bbl & magazine tube retain about 95% strong orig blue with only light sharp edge wear. Receiver retains 90-92% strong orig blue with edge wear and tangs turning to blue/gray patina. Buttplate retains most of its orig blue, thinning on the toe & heel, strong in the center. Stock has a ancient chip in the heel, otherwise wood is sound with normal handling & use marks and retains most of its orig piano varnish finish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. 50425-4 (6,000-9,000) – Lot 4193

4194
$8,625.00

*REMINGTON MODEL 12 F GRADE FACTORY ENGRAVED PUMP RIFLE.

SN W240901. Cal 22SH. 24″ oct bbl with sporting sights. Action has full coverage factory engraving with vignettes featuring pointing dogs on both sides. Balance of action has foliate scroll engraving. Slide handle and round knob stock of nicely marbled thin shell walnut. Features include point pattern hand checkering, brass nameplate in toe line and crescent steel buttplate. CONDITION: Beautifully restored rifle. Metal retains over 98% refinish. Stocks have very good gloss refinish showing a few small marks. Good bore mechanics. 50425-6 DS (7,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 4194

4195
$0.00

RARE DELUXE WINCHESTER HIGH WALL SINGLE SHOT TARGET RIFLE.

SN 46225. Cal. 32-40. Very rare high wall with 30″ #3 weight oct to rnd bbl with windage adjustable globe front sight, semi-buckhorn rear sight & rare Soule windage adjustable mid-range Vernier tang sight with 3″ staff. Wood is very highly figured, center crotch, flame grain 3-4X American walnut with black insert, Schnable tip “H” style checkered forearm & black insert pistol grip stock with heavy cheek piece & brass Swiss buttplate that was originally nickel finish. Receiver has sgl-set trigger. Left side & lower tang, under the wood is marked with the assembly No. “8888”, “XXX” & “SBC”. Matching assembly No. is also found in top tang channel of buttstock & inside toe of buttplate. The entire rifle has a heavy coating of old dried oil or wax. This rifle was produced about 1890. PROVENANCE: Pierre Renaud Collection. CONDITION: Very fine to extremely fine. Bbl retains 96-97% strong bright orig blue with a small scrape on the bottom just forward of the forearm. Receiver retains virtually all of its orig case colors, slightly faded , brilliant elsewhere. Wood is sound with a series of small dings on the buttstock, otherwise retains most of its orig varnish with some slight staining around the wrist. Mechanics are fine, strong bright bore with light to moderate pitting. 50454-1 (7,500-11,500) – Lot 4195

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4196
$0.00

*WINCHESTER SCHUETZEN.

SN 86166. Cal. 32-40. Helm pattern Schuetzen rifle with No. 5 Winchester bbl with rarely found top 3 flats matted. Bbl is 32″ long, full oct. and has Winchester scope blocks mounted. The front sight is a simple ivory bead with a rear sight that is a correct Winchester vernier tang. The blued action is fitted with double set triggers and a lever which is case colored but doesn’t fit correctly, possibly it is bent. The checkered buttstock has extra grade wood of pleasing character. The buttplate has been crudely modified but would be easily converted back to orig. The forearm is checkered and fitted with an orig Winchester palm rest base, a Stevens Pope palm rest has been fitted to it. PROVENANCE: Remarkable William Larkin Moore Private Estate Collection of Fine Sporting Arms. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Owned by an avid target shooter and all target shooters had to make adjustments to make the rifle “perfect”. The palm rest as stated is not orig, but the base is Winchester. The bore is excellent. Blue is thinning, especially where its been shot on a rest on the underside of the bbl and on the sharp edges. Stock finish on forearm and buttstock is considerably worn and probably could be upgraded considerably with a couple coats of wax. The under lever as stated does not fit correctly. As stated the helm buttplate has been modified. The stock is proud of the action and there is a small space between the action and the buttstock. 50594-67 (4,750-7,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 4196

4197
$0.00

WINCHESTER SPECIAL ORDER.

SN 28127. Cal. 32-40. Full No. 4 oct bbl measuring 30″ long. The action is fitted with a single set trigger. The straight grip buttstock is uncheckered and has a Swiss buttplate. The forearm is also uncheckered. The rifle is fitted with a Winchester A5 scope, no other sights are present. CONDITION: The bore appears excellent. Bluing shows considerable wear at the sharp edges, otherwise it is very good. Scope optics are clear. External blue on the scope is very good, except where it has rubbed in the mounts. The action has almost no case color remaining. The nickel buttplate has almost half of its orig nickel remaining. The buttstock is plain grain with a few handling marks. The forearm has the typical Winchester ebony insert. A few handling dings and dents, but is greatly discolored near the action, probably from oil. Very minor crack is on the left side of the forearm. 50843-2 (4,000-5,000) – Lot 4197

4198
$11,500.00

SUPERB SPECIAL ORDER MARLIN BALLARD 4 1/2 A-1 MID-RANGE TARGET RIFLE.

SN 8340. Cal. 40-63 Everlasting. 30″ half round blue finished bbl, Vernier tang rear sight and Marlin wind gauge spirit level front sight. Casehardened frame, hammer, breech block, lever and checkered trigger. The left side of the frame is marked J.M. Marlin New-Haven Conn. U.S.A. / Ballard’s Patent Nov. 5 1861. Frame is engraved with extra fancy foliate scrollwork with punch dot background. Engraved in a large riband panel on the left side is Ballard A-1, and on the right side, Mid Range. The top of the frame at the breech also features acanthus scrolls. The pistol grip stock and forearm feature fancy grain walnut with Ballard multi-point checkering and rosewood inlet pistol grip. Forearm with tapered schnabel forend tip of horn. Shotgun style hard rubber Ballard-marked buttplate. All matching serial numbers throughout. This exact rifle is pictured and described on page 150 of John T. Dutcher’s book Ballard: The Great American Single Shot Rifle. CONDITION: Very Fine. Bbl retains almost all of its original factory blue finish with only a hint of sharp edge wear. Receiver retains strong original case coloring with only some light toning on the right side and bottom. The stock retains most of its fine factory finish with a few light scattered handling marks, otherwise excellent. Bright shiny bore. Mechanics crisp. A Classic Special Order Ballard. 50677-3 WD (10,000-15,000) – Lot 4198

4199
$6,325.00

MARLIN BALLARD 6-1/2 RIGBY FOURTH MODEL.

SN 18838. Cal. 38-55. 30″ Rigby bbl fitted with a 30″ round bbl with Rigby flats. The front and rear sights are correct for this model. The action is engraved in a typical pattern with a running deer on the left side and a standing deer on the right. The action was originally case colored with almost none remaining. Case color does show however on the hammer. The buttstock is a very attractive and unusually colored piece of wood, checkered at the wrist and an ebony insert on the grip. The forearm is checkered and has a horn tip. Buttplate originally nickeled and has about half the nickel remaining. CONDITION: Overall condition is excellent with a few old rust spots on the bbl. No case color on the action. Wear on the nickel on the buttplate. Stock shows just minor marks from handling. 50677-2 (5,500-7,500) – Lot 4199

4200
$14,375.00

VERY FINE SHARPS MODEL 1874 HEAVY BARRELED SPORTING RIFLE SHIPPED TO KITTREDGE, CINCINNATI, 1877.

SN 160068. Cal. 45 2-7/8″ chamber. Fine sporting rifle with 30″ heavy oct bbl, Rocky Mountain style front sight and Sharps-style ladder rear sight and 4″ mid-range tang sight. Top flat of bbl is marked with the Bridgeport address and “Old Reliable” cartouche. Cal. marking is on top flat and right side flat over the chamber area. Trigger plate has dbl set triggers. Mounted with nicely figured, straight grain American walnut with semi-schnable forearm and straight stock with checkered steel Sharps buttplate. Gun was not disassembled other than checking bbl for matching SN, otherwise appears all orig and matching and well fit. According to Sharps Firearms, by Frank Sellers, there were about 3,881 Model 1874 sporting rifles produced at Bridgeport in the period 1871 to 1880. Sharps Factory letter states: from Order Book No. 5, Model 1874 Sporting Rifle was invoiced April 7, 1877 to B. Kittredge & Co., Gun Dealers & Wholesalers of Cincinnati, Ohio. Rifle is further described as being 45 Cal, using 2-7/8″ shell, with a 30″ full oct bbl, sgl trigger, open sights and oil finished stocks. The weight was listed as 11-1/2 lbs, price was $38.00 less 20 + 10%. The order to the Kitteredge firm on this date consisted of 30 Model 1874 rifles, configured all identical to the above description and ordered to weigh between 11 and 12 pounds. This gun conforms to letter with exception of this gun having set triggers and 4″ tang sight and varnished stock, which accounts for the extra 1/4 lb, as this gun weighs 11-3/4 lbs. Gun appears orig and all matching, though minor discrepancy on letter which could easily be seen as a clerical mistake among 30 guns. CONDITION: Very fine, all matching. Bbl retains 95%+ thinning orig blue turning plum with edge wear. Receiver retains about half of its muted and bright case colors with balance a dark mottled silver/grey. Breechblock retains bright dark case colors in protected areas. Lockplate and hammer retain strong case colors in sheltered areas with balance faded to a mottled silver/grey. Lever retains traces of case colors in protected areas. Stocks are sound and solid retaining much of their orig varnish with hand worn patina, scattered storage dings, dents and cosmetic blemishes. Set triggers are crisp. Mechanics are fine, bright shiny bore. 51017-1 JS (10,000-15,000) – Lot 4200

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4201
$4,600.00

SCARCE SHARPS MODEL 1874 SINGLE SHOT SPORTING RIFLE.

SN 156146. Cal. 46. Fine sporting rifle with 30″ heavy oct bbl, hooded Beach front sight and Lawrence patent, Sharps ladder rear sight. Top flat of bbl is marked with the Bridgeport address and “Old Reliable” cartouche. Cal. marking is on top flat “CALIBRE 46”. Trigger plate has dbl set triggers. Mounted with nicely figured, slab-sawed, checkered American walnut with semi-schnable forearm and straight stock with steel Sharps buttplate. SN was observed on top rear of receiver with matching number on bottom of trigger plate and lock. Forearm and bbl have similar patina and wear, but have different set of numbers. According to Sharps Firearms, Frank Sellers, there were about 3,881 Model 1874 sporting rifles produced at Bridgeport in the period 1871 to 1880. Accompanied by a Sharps Company records letter which identifies this rifle in “order book No. 2 as a Model 1874 sporting rifle invoiced at Bridgeport on April 22, 1876 to E. E. Eaton, gun and sporting goods dealer, Chicago, IL. It is described as being 44 Cal. with 30″ oct bbl, dbl triggers, open sights and oil finished stocks, but the weight was not listed, but the price of $42 less $20 plus 10% suggest that it was a rifle of standard weight i.e., up to 12-lbs.” The weight of this particular gun is 13-lbs. Based on this information, bbl was upgraded along with forestock at some point in its usage. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Markings all clear and discernible. Bbl and forearm SNd 34974. Gun otherwise appears orig and matching. Bbl overall is mottled dark grey/brown, remainder of metal is silver/grey with scattered staining and light pitting. Stocks have hand worn patina with small cosmetic dents and dings. Rear tang screw appears replaced, retaining most of its fire blue. 50506-64 JS (6,000-10,000) – Lot 4201

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4202
$6,900.00

SHARPS HARTFORD 1874 SPORTING RIFLE.

SN 154744. Cal. 44. This fine old Sharp’s is fitted with a 32″ heavy bbl which has seen a lot of use. The barrel is also marked “90” which is indicates the rifle is a .44-90, a “big gun” of its day. The forearm is fitted with the correct pewter forearm tip used during the Hartford years. The buttstock is sound. The rifle was originally fitted with sling swivels but just the bases remain. Typical Sharp’s action fitted with double set triggers. A blade front sight and a Lawrence bbl sight are on the rifle. CONDITION: The bbl has considerable blue remaining, but is bright in the corners of the oct. The bore is still shiny but shows considerable roughness. The action and trigger guard show no remaining case color. Most of the varnish on the forearm and buttstock remain with numerous small dents & dings from handling. A fine old Sharps that would have been at home in the buffalo hunt. 50663-3 (6,000-10,000) – Lot 4202

4203
$0.00

*OUTSTANDING SHILOH SHARPS MONTANA CENTENNIAL RIFLE WITH CASE.

SN 022. Cal. 45-70. 32″ part oct bbl, windage adjustable globe front sight with spirit level, no rear seat, 5″ tang-mounted Vernier sight. Bbl marked “Old Reliable”, “Shiloh Rifle Mfg. Co.” & “Calibre 45 / 2-1/10” on top flat. Right flat is engraved “Montana 1889 / 1989 Centennial” with gold fill; 3 top flats of bbl at chamber end have 1″ wedge of scroll engraving. Engraved 74 Action has grizzly bear in mountain scene with accenting foliate scroll, multi-point border & “Shiloh Rifle Mfg. Co. / Big Timber, Montana” over a checkerboard pattern on left side; right side is engraved with similar scroll & a buffalo, while lock is engraved with scroll & a bull elk. Both sides of hammer have accenting scroll engraving as well as loop of lever. Mounted with highly figured tiger-stripe maple, checkered forend with pewter forend cap, checkered pistol grip & checkered hard rubber butt plate. Accompanied by a walnut display case. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Gun appears as-new since manufactured. Bbl retains virtually all of its fine factory blue. Gray receiver is clean, crisp & sharp. Stock is near mint, minor chip on grip at right side & retains virtually all of its fine factory finish. Forend is sound with sharp checkering, a couple of minor handling marks & retains virtually all of its fine factory finish. Mechanics are crisp with a bright new shiny bore. Case is equally fine with brass plaque reading “Shiloh Rifle Mfg. Co. / Montana Centennial 1889 – 1989” & has only a few minor scratches. 50819-25 JSL (7,000-10,000) – Lot 4203

4204
$22,425.00

MAGNIFICENT EXHIBITION ULRICH ENGRAVED GOLD AND SILVER PEABODY MARTINI RIFLE, SERIAL NUMBER 5.

SN 5. Cal. 45. No doubt this is the most elaborate Peabody Martini ever made. This gun is pictured on the cover of September 1991 Gun Report, along with its matching, engraved angular bayonet. This gun was thought to have been made for the Philadelphia Centennial Exhibition of 1876. Gun is elaborately engraved in fine scrolls on nosecap, bbl bands, bbl, frame, buttplate, trigger bow and lever. Right side has a central vignette and circular garter of a gold and silver American eagle standing atop a patriotic Columbia shield with arrows and olive branches in talons. Gun is signed by engraver on front side of frame “C.F. ULRICH” in small rectangular cartouche. Gun is mounted with beautiful figured walnut with fine checkering. Frame, bbl bands, sling swivels and nosecap are gold plated. Bbl, lever and buttplate are silver plated. Of the approximate 3/4 of a million rifles and carbines made and used world wide, no doubt this was Providence Tool Company’s show piece. PROVENANCE: Pictured on cover of “Gun Report”, Vol. 37, No. 4, 1991; Jim Supica, Jr., 1992. CONDITION: Extremely fine, complete, orig and matching throughout. Frame retains 90%+ orig bright gold plate. Other plated components retain much of their orig plate with hand worn patina, well fit stocks retaining most of their orig varnish with some cosmetic defects that do not detract from overall aesthetics of this beautiful rifle. 50677-1 JS (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4204

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4205
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RARE 1ST YEAR PRODUCTION COLT MODEL 1848 RAMMERLESS BABY DRAGOON PERCUSSION REVOLVER, CASED.

SN 445. Cal. 31. This rare little revolver is 100% original all matching SN’s including wedge and grips and is in very fine condition retaining much of its original finish, presented nicely with an original Colt casing with a minty flask and brass mold. This is a rare, fine example of among the first 750 guns or so produced with correct left hand address, short bbl forcing cone, single safety pin, Ormsby “Dragoon and Indian fight” rolled scene and round cyl stops. Gun conforms to other examples blue & case colored, brass trigger guard & backstrap with 1-piece walnut grips, 5″ oct bbl without rammer, 2-line New York address as noted and small “COLTS PATENT” on left side of frame. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Collection of Steve Ardia. CONDITION: Pistol is fine to very fine. All matching including the wedge and grips. Bbl retains about 80% thinning orig blue with scratches, scuffs and small dings around right side of wedge slot, overall turning plum/gray on the right side of the bbl lug. Cyl safety pin is smashed but retains an overall dark plum/gray patina with tiny traces of orig blue. Overall the cyl retains 90% plus discernible and crisp Indian fight scene. Frame retains thin muted dull color overall blue/gray patina and the trigger guard & backstrap retain about 40% silver plate. Grip is sound and solid with several old nicks & dents especially in butt with an old re-varnished finish. Several of the screws are slightly battered. Mechanically gun functions sloppily rotating cyl improperly and needs tuning. Bright shiny bore with a few scattered spots of light to moderate pitting. Accompanying mahogany Colt casing is in fine condition retaining much of its original varnish with large crack in lid, blue velvet lining has good color with soiling and staining where cyl and muzzle contact. Accompanying pistol flask with raised relief revolver is excellent retaining virtually all of its original finish and bright fire blued spring. Brass “COLTS PATENT” mold is excellent with small dents on one side with bright yellow patina. Tin of caps are also excellent. 49631-3 JS (12,000-15,000) – Lot 4205

4206
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RARE AND FINE CASED COLT RAMMERLESS BABY DRAGOON PERCUSSION REVOLVER FROM WILLIAM LOCKE COLLECTION.

SN 12876. Cal. 31. This cased Colt Baby Dragoon was made in 1850 during last year of production of Baby Dragoons and standard pocket models. This gun conforms to other late transitional Baby Dragoons with 4″ oct bbl and 2-line New York address with dashes. Gun has a typical 5-shot smooth cylinder with rolled stagecoach holdup scene, small “COLTS PATENT” stamped on left side of frame, several small inspector letters “Q”, “K”, and “T” are found stamped on bottom and either side of trigger guard. This is a well presented, fine rammerless Baby Dragoon in nice Colt casing with eagle flask, brass Colt mold, gun tool and caps. PROVENANCE: Ex-William Locke Collection, pictured on pg. 66, 1973; The Esteemed Collection of Steve Ardia. CONDITION: Gun is very good to fine, orig and all matching SNs including wedge and grips (last 3 digits). Retaining about 20% bright blue finish on bbl and tiny traces of blue on cyl with balance a silver/gray, about 90% cyl scene discernible with staining and pitting near nipples. Frame is silver/gray overall with thinning traces of case colors, stronger on right side, several small nicks on bbl housing around wedge slot. Grips are well fit retaining most of re-varnished surface. Mechanically gun functions well with a crisp bright bore with very light pitting. Accompanying mahogany Colt casing is very good overall. Blue velvet lining is soiled, stained & light faded. The 2-cavity brass bullet mold has numerous small dings on two surfaces used as hammer, otherwise a light mustard patina. Double-sided eagle and stars flask has traces of orig varnish, several small dents with mustard colored patina overall. Japanned cap tin is very good. NOTE: The accessories in case when pictured in the 1973 Locke book have been changed, though case and pistol of course are the same. Case is missing lock escutcheon and lock bolt is broken. 49631-2 JS (10,000-15,000) – Lot 4206

4207
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RARE CASED EARLY PAIR OF ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVERS.

SN 46076/49761. Cal. 31. Both revolvers are similar in engraved patterns, blue and color case hardened with 6″ oct bbls, engraved “Saml Colt” addresses, pin front sights. Both revolvers have silver plated trigger guards and backstraps containing highly figured, burl walnut 1-pc grips matching numbered to their respective revolvers. Both have 5 shot cylinders with stagecoach hold up scene roll markings. SN 49761 is engraved in typical factory style with wolf’s head hammer, large scrolls, cross-hatched backgrounds seen on other circa 1852 Colts as seen in the various books on engraving. Both engraved with “COLTS PATENT” on the frames; both in different styles as can be seen in photos, SN 49761 in a lozenge and SN 46706 in a ribbon. All screw heads are nicely engraved. Hammers are deluxe engraved, SN 49761 as noted with a wolf’s head on each side of the hammer noses, fish scale patterns on the sides of the spurs and top edges. SN 46706 appears to be orig factory engraved but is among the crudest Colt Factory work I have noted, the engraver obviously an apprentice not quite journeyman as were most Colt factory engravers. The following year, 1853, for Colt begins the Gustave Young era. Thomas Joseph Barlow was possibly the engraver of SN 49761 and his work with similar cross-hatching is shown in Herbert Houze text Colt Factory Engravers, 2012. Barlow is among the very few engravers known by name, engraving prior to 1853 when the heyday of Colt engraving began. Accompanied by a beautiful brass bound rosewood casing that has a gold washed plaque in the lid. Interior is dark green baize lined and compartmented in the bottom for both revolvers, a sgl sided eagle and shield pocket size flask, a iron 2 cavity “COLTS PATENT” mold with sprue cutter, two lacquered tins for Eley’s caps, along with one orig pack of 5 cartridges. PROVENANCE: Ex-Bobbie Smith. The esteemed collection of Steve Ardia. CONDITION: Revolvers are nearly identical in condition, both all matching. Both retain about 80-90% glossy orig blue on the bbls and dark case colors on the rammers and handles. Frames retain most of their orig muted case colors as is typical of the Colts of this era. Cylinders retain strong traces of their bright orig blue and about 99% stagecoach hold-up scene roll markings. Trigger guards and backstraps retain 95%+ of their orig silver plating with some minor edge wear. Grips are sound with good edges and light nicks & scratches and retain most of their strong orig varnish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bores with a few small scattered spots of pitting. Case is sound and solid, retaining most of its orig varnish with handling and storage nicks and scratches. Interior is lightly soiled inside the lid and bottom with light to moderate soil in the bottom. Partitions are all solid. Flask is as new. Mold is also excellent, retaining most of its orig blue with several small blemishes. Other accessories are equally fine. 49631-25 JS (25,000-35,000) – Lot 4207

4208
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RARE AND VERY FINE CASED ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 146961. Cal. 31. Blue and color case hardened with 4″ oct bbl, “Saml Colt” engraved on top flat. Left side of frame has “COLT’S PATENT” engraved in two arc’s. Cyl is unfluted with 5-chambers and stagecoach holdup scene roll marking. The brass trigger guard and backstrap contain a smooth 1-pc ivory grip. Revolver is engraved in Gustav Young’s deluxe style with full coverage, foliate arabesque patterns with pearled background on the frame that has two scrolls terminating in flower blossom. Matching patterns extend over the bbl lug and top side flats of the bbl with a scroll on the left side terminating in Mr. Young’s dog’s head and two scrolls on the right side that terminate in flower blossoms. Matching patterns are also on the rammer pivot. Matching patterns are also on the backstrap, buttstrap and trigger guard with Mr. Young’s typical fan pattern at the top and sunbursts on sides of the backstrap shoulders. Hammer is typically engraved with animal’s head on each side of the nose, foliate arabesque patterns on the shank and fish scale patterns on the top edge & spur. Grip is constructed with two slabs of ivory attached to an ivory spacer. Accompanied by an orig purple velvet lined mahogany casing that has the rare contoured divider in the bottom and is compartmented for the revolver, a single-sided “COLTS PATENT” eagle & stars flask, a brass “COLTS PATENT” bullet & ball mold without sprue cutter, a packet of 6 Colt’s Cartridge Work’s combustible cartridges and a lacquered tin with paper label for Eley’s caps. There were over 330,000 of these revolvers produced in the period 1850-1873, only a few of which were engraved and extremely few were cased.This revolver was built in 1858 just before the onset of the Civil War where it almost certainly would have seen service. These revolvers were very popular on the American frontier, even after the Civil War and literally around the world. They are rarely found today with high orig finish. PROVENANCE: Ex-Michael Simens. The Esteemed Collection of Steve Ardia. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine to very fine, all matching including loading arm, wedge and cyl. Bbl retains strong traces of original blue finish with balance plum/blue. This gun is very crisp and sharp, though little original bright finish is found on iron. Frame, hammer and loading arm retain strong traces of bright and muted case colors with balance a dark silver patina. Cyl has tiny traces of thin blue in protected areas with balance mottled gray/plum and shows about 95% stagecoach holdup scene roll marking. Trigger guard and backstrap retain about all their original silver plating. “Certifiable antique elephant ivory” grip has one tiny chip on the rear left toe and shows good ivory patina. Mechanics are fine; strong bore with crisp rifling and good shine. Case is sound and solid retaining most of its original varnished finish. Interior is strong & bright inside the lid, lightly faded in the bottom with light to moderate soil. Flask is very fine retaining 80-90% of orig finish. Mold is very fine, good markings and few minor blemishes with yellow patina. Cartridge packet and cap tin are equally fine. Accompanying orig key is functional. 49631-6 JS (15,000-25,000) IVORY – Lot 4208

4209
$6,325.00

VERY FINE CASED 6″ COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 282245. Cal. 31. Blue and color case hardened with 6″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight and one line New-York U.S. America address. Left side of frame is marked “COLTS PATENT” and left shoulder trigger guard “31 Cal”. Cyl is unfluted with 6-chambers and has the stage-coach hold-up scene roll marking. The silver plated brass trigger guard and backstrap contain a varnished 1-pc walnut grip with last 4 digits of matching SN in backstrap channel. Accompanied by a mahogany case that is purple velvet lined and compartmented in the bottom for the revolver and a single sided eagle flask with “COLT’S PATENT”, a blued “COLT’S PATENT” mold with sprue cutter and a large tin of Eley’s caps. This revolver was produced in about 1866. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Collection of Steve Ardia. CONDITION: Very fine, all matching including wedge, cyl and grip, except rammer handle which is properly unnumbered. Bbl retains 90% plus plum patina with traces of bright orig blue in protected areas with discernible scratched surfaces from old cleaning. Frame, loading arm and hammer retain traces of muted case colors overall being dark gray/brown with some old scratched marks from cleaning as on bbl. Cyl retains most of its visible stage-coach hold-up scene which appeared slightly mis-rolled toward top of cyl cutting slight portion of top of scene. Trigger guard and backstrap retain most of their silver plating with some freckling and wear on backstrap. Grip is sound and well fit showing edge wear with a few light nicks and retains over 90% strong orig varnish. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. Case is sound with a few light handling and storage nicks and scratches and retains most of its orig varnish finish. Interior is lightly faded, worn and soiled, heaviest in the bottom. Partitions are solid. Flask retains about 50% of its original finish. Mold retains most of its original thinning blue finish well marked with patent and “31Pkt”. Cap tin has original labels with minor reductions and discernible text. Orig cartridge pack is fine and complete. 49631-13 JS (5,000-7,000) – Lot 4209

4210
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EXTRAORDINARY RARE PRESENTATION DOUBLE CASED SET OF COLT 1860 ARMY AND 1861 NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVERS PRESENTED TO GENERAL WILLIAM A. THORNTON BY COL. COLT.

SN 11682, 1822. Both revolvers have a period engraved inscription on backstraps “Col. W. A. Thornton / with Compliments of Col. Colt”. Both revolvers are blue and color case hardened with deluxe 1-pc varnished walnut grip. Accompanied by their spectacular, orig, purple velvet lined, brass bound walnut casing with empty brass plaque in the lid. Corners have mortised brass reinforcements and its has English style sliding latches in the front with a mortised brass lock and large escutcheon. Interior is compartmented for both revolvers, a sgl sided, angle spout, “COLTS PATENT”, trophy of flags & arms, Army sized and Navy sized flasks, blued “COLTS PATENT” bullet molds with sprue cutters in both 36 & 44 cal, an L-shaped nipple wrench and a tin of Eley’s caps. Left front corner has a small tube of spare parts and a functioning key. Col. William A. Thornton, later Brigadier General Thornton, graduated West Point in 1825 and became Captain of Ordnance in 1838. Over 41 years of service he commanded Ordnance depots at New York, Watervliet and St. Louis and was chief inspector for Military Arms at Springfield beginning with the Paterson revolver and continuing through the Dragoon series. There were many sub-inspectors who worked for him until 1861. General Thornton was highly regarded and very ingenious and was instrumental in the development of the Dragoon models of Colt revolvers. He died in 1866. It is evident that Sam Colt regarded General Thornton very highly or at least wished to influence his decision making with this presentation. According to preeminent Colt Historian & author R. L. Wilson there were only a very few dbl case sets, such as this one, presented by Col. Colt in late 1861. Several of them are know today, with this one being one of the most important. 1) Model 1860 Army. Serial number 11682. Cal. 44. Blue and color case hardened with 8″ rnd bbl, German silver front sight and 1-line New-York U.S. America address. Left side of frame has small “COLTS PATENT” and left shoulder trigger guard is marked “44 CAL”. Frame is 4-screw type, cut for shoulder stock with flat head hammer screw. The silver plated brass trigger guard and blued steel backstrap contains a highly figured 1-pc walnut grip with last 4-digits of matching SN in backstrap channel. 2) Model 1861 Navy. Serial Number 1822. Cal 36. Blue and color case hardened with 7-1/2″ rnd bbl, German silver front sight and 1-line New-York U.S. America address. Left side of frame has a tiny “COLTS PATENT”, and left shoulder trigger guard is marked “36 CAL”. Cyl has usual 6-chambers with Ormsby Naval battle scene roll marking. The silver plated brass trigger guard and backstrap contain a highly figured 1-pc varnished walnut grip with matching serial number in backstrap channel. This double cased set of revolvers was part of a special grouping of approx. 60 special revolvers consisting of several double-double and even fewer double cased sets given by Colonel Colt to select military dignitaries as “Presents to Officers” in late 1861. Lot is accompanied by an original handwritten letter to Col S. Colt dated 1/23/1860 from Thornton requesting a quantity of pistol barrels be sent to affect repairs at the New York Arsenal, and signed W.A.T. PROVENANCE: Ex-William Gerber Family Collection; The Esteemed Collection of Steve Ardia. CONDITION: 1) Very fine, all matching including wedge, cyl & grip. Bbl retains about 75% orig blue mixed with dark brown patina; rammer handle retains about 95% orig case colors, brilliant on the pivot; frame and hammer retain about 90% orig case colors, strong & bright on the sides, turned a little dark on recoil shields and edge of hammer, showing light wear on left recoil shield; cyl retains about 50-60% thin orig blue and shows about 75% Ormsby Naval battle scene roll marking. Mechanics are fine, brilliant shiny bore with a couple small spots of pitting. 2) Very fine, all matching including wedge, cyl & grip. Bbl retains 75-80% orig blue, strong & bright in sheltered areas, mixed with light patina elsewhere; rammer and handle retain most of their orig case colors, brilliant on pivot; frame and hammer retain about 90% orig case colors, lightly to moderately faded; cyl retains about 50-60% orig blue with balance a brown patina and shows about 80% Ormsby Naval battle scene roll marking; trigger guard and backstrap retain about 98% strong orig silver; grip is sound with a few nicks in the edges and retains about 93-95% orig varnish. Mechanics are fine, bright shiny bore with 3 or 4 small spots of pitting. Case has a couple grain checks in the lid and couple more in the bottom with usual handling and storage nicks & scratches and retains 95-96% strong orig varnish; interior is very lightly faded in the lid with some light staining from revolvers and implements, bottom is moderately faded showing wear from the front sights and hammer spurs with light soil; flasks are very fine with the Army model retaining about 93-95% orig finish with one small dent on the back side; Navy model also has a sgl dent and retains about 95-98% orig finish; molds and other accessories are fine. This is an extraordinary rare set. 49631-50 (175,000-275,000) – Lot 4210

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4211
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EXCEPTIONAL AND ONE OF THE FINEST KNOWN CIVIL WAR CASED MODEL 1851 COLT NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER PRESENTED TO LT. COL. JOHN C. WHITON 43RD MASS VOLS.

SN 129856. Cal. 36. You may never see a better condition Colt Navy revolver as this gun is virtually new including casing and accessories. This is a standard 4th model made at the height of the Civil War in 1862. This gun was made about the time it was “PRESENTED TO LIEUT. COL. WHITON / BY THE STAFF OF THE 43RD REGT. MASS. VOLS”. John Chadwick Whiton (1828-1905) was born in Hingham, Mass. on August 21, 1828. In April 1861, Whiton was among the first to answer his nation’s call, beginning his Civil War military service as Captain of Company A, Second Battalion, Massachusetts Volunteers – also known as the Boston Tigers. He was stationed at Fort Warren in Boston Harbor until May 21, 1861, when the battalion was relieved. Over one year later, on August 27, 1862, John began recruiting soldiers for the 43rd Massachusetts Regiment as Lt. Col., leaving Massachusetts on October 24, 1862 for North Carolina, about the time of the presentation of this revolver. During the next few months he participated in the Goldsboro expedition, fighting in the battles at Kinston, Whitehall, Springbank Bridge, Blount’s Creek, and Little Washington. John mustered out of service with the rest of his regiment on July 30, 1863. On April 28, 1864 the 58th Regiment, Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry left for Virginia under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel John C. Whiton. The regiment was often engaged in combat, participating in the battles of the Wilderness, Spottsylvania, North Anna, Totopotomoy Creek, Bethesda Church, Cold Harbor, and Petersburg. John suffered a fractured rib at Bethesda Church after being hit in the side by a musket ball and was unable to fight for a brief period of time. On April 2, 1865 John was brevetted Colonel for gallant and meritorious conduct before Petersburg. Whiton must have prized this revolver as it shows little wear and is truly remarkable in nearly new condition. Blue & color case hardened with 7-1/2″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight and 1-line block letter New York City address with dashes. Left side of frame has a tiny “COLTS PATENT”. Cylinder has Ormsby naval battle scene roll marking. The silver plated, large guard brass trigger guard & backstrap contain a varnished 1-pc walnut grip. This particular gun, casing and accessories were made in 1862 and as stated is in truly outstanding condition. The ’51 Navy was one of, if not the most popular side arm on the frontier and later throughout the entire Civil War. You won’t find a much better cased Colt Navy Percussion revolver better than this one. This gun retains virtually all of its orig bright blue on bbl and cyl, beautiful bright case colors, fine silver plate and perfect varnish on grips. The accompanying powder flask with panoply of arms with stars and crossed pistols is also in near new condition retaining virtually all of its orig bright finish with proper scarce “crooked neck” Navy charger. PROVENANCE: Ex-Michael Simens; The Esteemed Collection of Steve Ardia. CONDITION: Extraordinarily fine and all matching though not disassembled to check for internal numbers. Bbl retains about 99% orig bright blue finish with small scratches and nicks around wedge slot on right side. Cyl retains over 90% bright blue finish with a complete and well discerned rolled naval battle scene. All 6 original safety pins are crisp and functional. Frame, loading arm, and hammer retain virtually all of their muted case colors with strong areas of bright colors as can be seen in photos. Trigger guard retains 95% plus of its orig silver plate. Backstrap only retains traces of strong silver plate in protected areas with balance a light mustard patina with crisp presentation retained. Grips retain 95% plus of their orig bright varnish with minor blemishes and edge wear. Mechanically revolver functions properly, with a brilliant shiny bore. Mahogany casing is sound, solid, and well fit. Lining shows very light staining and soiling and worn where revolver and accessories make contact. Powder flask retains virtually all of its orig varnish and spring retains virtually all of its fire blue. L-shaped gun tool retains 95% of its bright blue. Brass bullet mold is very good. Cap tin is also fine with good green label on original paper cover, with pitting and paper reductions. Cartridge packet is fine and complete. Accompanying key is functional. 49631-17 JS (40,000-60,000) – Lot 4211

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4212
$27,025.00

RARE AND VERY FINE MODEL 1851 NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER WITH MATCHING CANTEEN STOCK.

SN 74626. Cal 36. Late 3rd model (1857) ’51 Navy with 7-1/2″ oct bbl, dovetailed front sight with German silver blade and 1-line Hartford address. Frame is 4-screw type cut for shoulder stock with flat head hammer screw and extended stock screws. Cylinder is unfluted with Ormsby Naval Battle Scene roll marking. The silver plated steel small trigger guard, trigger guard and backstrap contain a 1-pc varnished walnut grip that has last 4 digits of matching SN in backstrap channel. Sling loop fastened just forward of trigger guard. Accompanied by a very rare matching numbered canteen shoulder stock with brass & steel furniture. Buttplate also has matching number. Buttstock is very nicely figured, straight grained American walnut, and brass carbine buttplate. Bottom of stock and bottom tang have sling loops. Nathan Swayze in his 1967 text 51 Colt Navies shows SN 74628, just two numbers removed from this gun as reference for “Early 4 Screw Cut For Stock” section on pg. 68. There are few finer examples of this rare Colt Navy variant with extremely rare matching canteen stock. This gun is pictured on pg 48 of Colt: An American Legend by R. L. Wilson. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Collection of Steve Ardia. CONDITION: Very fine, all matching including loading arm, wedge, cyl, grip and shoulder stock. Bbl retains 40-50% original blue with balance a mottled plum/gray, slight edge and muzzle wear. Frame, loading arm and hammer retain areas of bright and muted case colors in protected areas, balance silver/gray or silver/plum, hammer spur has some dark chocolate brown patina with light pitting. Cyl is crisp with 90% plus well defined Ormsby Navy Battle Scene roll marking, overall gray/plum matching patina, all safety pins are smashed. Trigger guard and backstrap retain about 90% of their original silver plate, now mostly a dull gray patina. Grip is sound and well fit with edge wear and nicks, scratches and wear at point of yoke contact, retains about 80% original varnish with losses only at edges and at yoke contact. Mechanics are fine, bright shiny bore. Canteen stock fits well with matching cosmetic dents and scratches to pistol, retaining over 95% of its original factory varnish, brass mounts retain mustard colored patina. 49631-15 JS (25,000-50,000) – Lot 4212

4213
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SCARCE CASED COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 170336. Cal. 44. Blue and color case hardened with 8″ rnd bbl, German silver front sight and 1-line New-York U.S. America address. Left side of frame is marked “COLTS PATENT” and left shoulder of trigger guard is marked “44 Cal.”, 3-screw frame. Cylinder is rebated and has the Ormsby Naval battle scene roll marking with 5 of the 6 safety pins prominent and serviceable. The silver plated brass trigger guard and blued steel backstrap contain a varnished 1-pc walnut grip with last 4 digits of matching SN in backstrap channel. Accompanied by an orig Colt mahogany casing that is burgundy velvet lined and compartmented in the bottom for the revolver, a dbl-sided trophy of arms & flags angle spout flask, a blued steel bow-legged “COLT’S PATENT” bullet & ball mold with sprue cutter marked on the right side with a “W”, L-shaped combination nipple wrench and screw driver, packet of Hazards Powder Co. combustible cartridges and a large tin of Eley’s caps with blue paper label. This gun was made near the end of production in 1870 and is a beautiful example of a cased civilian Colt Army. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Collection of Steve Ardia. CONDITION: Very fine, all matching including wedge, cylinder and grip. Bbl retains 97-98% inky bright blue with the several scuffs and scratches and several dings and dents along wedge slot on right side. Frame, hammer and loading arm retain most of their case colors, though muted, especially on right side of frame which is overall silver/grey with staining and light pinprick pitting. Cylinder retains most of it strong blue in rebated area with the major diameter retaining strong traces of blue with virtually 100% Naval battle scene roll marking crisp and discernible. Trigger guard is a light mustard patina retaining about 20% silver. Backstrap and buttstrap retain about 30% bright blue, especially in protected areas and on butt. Grip is sound and well fit showing edge wear, a few minor cosmetic blemishes retaining most of a newer applied varnish. Mechanics are fine with bright crisp bore. Case is sound and solid with usual light handling and storage nicks and scratches and retains most of its thin varnish finish. Interior is very good with soiling and wear, especially to areas where cylinder and muzzle make contact. Partitions are intact with one glued repair to short section. Flask has one shallow dent on one side and retains 80-90% orig varnish. Mold and gun tool are very good to fine retaining about 90% of their thinning blue finish. Cap tin is very good. Cartridge packet is fine and intact. 49631-19 JS (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4213

4214
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EXTRAORDINARILY RARE AND UNIQUE ENGRAVED BOOK CASED COLT MODEL 1862 PERCUSSION REVOLVER PRESENTED BY SAMUEL COLT TO U.S. SECRETARY OF WAR JOHN B. FLOYD’S WIFE.

SN 781. Cal 36. Long considered the rarest of all Colt casings, this extraordinarily rare gold embossed, red Moroccan leather covered case bears inscriptions from Samuel Colt to Mrs. John B. Floyd, January 1st, 1861 just after he had resigned December 29th, 1860. Ironically, Colt had gifted John B. Floyd with almost every model in his arsenal, because as Secretary of War he was responsible for purchasing many of Colt’s arms for the military. John Floyd was a staunch Secessionist who had previously been governor of Virginia and soon would be a Confederate General, he would die before the war ended in 1863. Colonel Colt being such a brilliant businessman no doubt thought this present would help him receive orders from the seceding Southern states and indeed many Colt’s were shipped south prior to Fort Sumter. Julia’s sold several of Floyd’s guns over the years including exceptional Colt revolving rifle lot #1154 in March, 2008. This pistol was made in standard configuration 1st year production, blue and color case hardened with 4-1/2″ rnd bbl, brass pin front sight, engraved in script “SAMl COLT”. Left side of frame is marked with a small engraved “COLTS PATENT” in 2-lines. Cyl is standard, rebated with and half-fluted for 5 chambers. The silver-plated brass trigger guard & backstrap contain a full checkered, 1-pc “certifiable antique elephant ivory” grip. Revolver is beautifully engraved in foliate vine pattern with pearled background, in style made famous by Gustav Young with about full coverage on the frame and sides of the hammer. Engraving extends up the sides of the bbl with each scroll on the bbl terminating in Mr. Young’s human face figures, one bearded with fez. Several scrolls on the frame terminate in flower blossoms and the hammer has an animal’s head on each side of the nose. Backstrap is engraved in Mr. Young’s distinctive foliate arabesque patterns top and bottom with 2-line inscription in center “To Mrs. John B. Floyd / From Col. Colt”. Accompanied by it’s extraordinarily rare, incredible original book casing that measures 10-1/2″ x 6-3/4″ x 2″, covered in red Moroccan leather with gold embossing on both covers and the spine. The spine is embossed “COLT / ON THE CONSTITUTION / HIGHER LAW & / IRREPRESSIBLE CONFLICT” and further down is the inscription “DEDICATED / BY THE AUTHOR / TO / MRS. JOHN B. FLOYD”. Bottom of the spine “JANY 1st, 1861”. The covers are have fabulous gilt vignettes of American patriotism including eagles, stars, George Washington, Columbia, Liberty cap, American Indians and more; banners reading “PEACE”, “INDEPENDENCE”, “PLENTY”, “ART”, “SCIENCE” and “E PLURIBUS UNUM”. Hinged lid is secured by a unique brass book latch. Interior is green velvet lined and compartmented in the bottom for the revolver, a single sided “COLTS PATENT” eagle & stars flask, a blued steel bullet & ball “COLT’S PATENT” mold with sprue cutter marked on the right side “36P”, a tin of Eley’s caps with green label and sealed packet of orig Colt’s Cartridge Works combustible envelope cartridges along with some loose balls. Book casings such as found here are only known to a very few exclusive collectors and of those extremely few remain in this fine condition. No doubt this is the most important historical Colt book casing known. PROVENANCE: Ex-John B. Floyd family; Ex-Sally Ann Brock Putnam; Ex-Norm Flayderman Collection, 1970; Ex-Bill Turner Collection; Ex-Bobby Smith Collection, Lawrenceburg, Tennessee; Pictured on pg. 125 Flayderman’s “Guide to Antique American Firearms”, 2007; The Esteemed Collection of Steve Ardia. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Revolver is all matching. Gun is crisp retaining traces of original finish in protected areas with balance a fine silver/gray with light pitting. Backstrap and trigger guard retain 95% original silver plating. “Certifiable antique elephant ivory” grips are well fit, exhibiting light ivory patina. Mechanically gun functions well with crisp bright rifling in bore. Case is very fine with only light crackling on the hinge and some light chipping and wear on the edges. Casing surface overall retains most of its gilding with light scuffing and soiling, all embossing is crisp and easily discerned with minor cosmetic defects, a well executed about 1″ chip repair to bottom right edge of spine which affects only a portion of decorated border but no text. Flask retains about 95% of its original finish with light scratching and 3 dents on reverse. Mold is very fine, retaining over 80% of its original blue finish. Cap tin and cartridge pack are fine. 49631-32 JS (80,000-150,000) IVORY – Lot 4214

4215
$0.00

PAIR OF CIVIL WAR CASED CONSECUTIVE NUMBERED COLT MODEL 1862 POCKET NAVY REVOLVERS, GOLD AND SILVER FACTORY ENGRAVED WITH FABULOUS CARVED PATRIOTIC IVORY GRIPS.

SN 5544/5543. Cal. 36. This incredible pair of exhibition revolvers made at the height of the Civil War in late 1862 have rarely seen gold plated and silver plated contrasting elements and finely relief carved grips with Lady Liberty and Columbia. Both guns are all matching and orig. Most likely this set of guns were made for a retailer to display in their store as carved ivory, gold and silver cased pairs of revolvers are virtually unknown. This exact pair of guns, once in the collection of Buddy Hackett, is pictured on pg 179 of Colt Engraving, R. L. Wilson, 1982. Guns are cased in an orig Colt casing with red lining, sgl sided eagle and stars “COLTS PATENT” flask, blued “COLTS PATENT” 2-cavity mold with sprue cutter, l-shaped combination tool and two tins of Eley caps. Guns are in the most desirable 6-1/2″ bbl length and the incredibly rare casing that accompanies would be impossible to duplicate. PROVENANCE: Ex-Buddy Hackett Collection; Pictured on pg 179 “Colt Engraving” by R. L. Wilson; The Esteemed Collection of Steve Ardia. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine overall. All matching SNs found on both pistols, including wedges and grips. SNs have an additional “I.E.” on bbl, frame, trigger guard and backstrap denoting factory engraving and ivory. SN 5543 retains over 90% silver on bbl with freckling and lifting to an overall non-even surface with staining and rust. Frame has similar patina to bbl with same areas of pitting. Trigger guard and backstrap retain about 80% thinning silver plate. Loading arm retains about 70% orig gold plate with balance silver/grey. Cylinder and hammer retain 60% orig gold with balance dark patina with pitting, cylinder retains 60-70% cylinder stagecoach holdup scene. SN 5544 exhibits about 90% silver plate on bbl and is overall smooth with some pitting toward housing, turning plum/brown. Frame retains about 90% silver color as frames were polished and not plated with a matching silver patina to bbl. Trigger guard and backstrap retain traces of finish in protected areas. Cylinder, hammer and loading arm retain much of their orig gold plate, though thinning on loading arm on the right side with 80-90% visible stagecoach holdup cylinder scene. Screws on this gun retain much of their orig fire blue. “Certifiable antique elephant ivory” grips exhibit ivory patina, well fit with chip on right side on SN 5543, and chip at rear toe on left side on SN 5544. Both guns are mechanically sound with discernible rifling in bores, both with light pitting. Accompanying mahogany veneered case is sound and solid with several chip reductions on lid, a blank silver escutcheon. Lining soiled, faded and worn, especially where guns and accessories make contact. Accompanying mold is properly marked “36P” and has numerous small nicks and dings where used as hammer and retains about 90% dark blued finish. L-shaped tool is equally fine. Flask is fine also, retaining about 90% orig varnish; cap tins are also fine. 49631-29 JS (25,000-40,000) IVORY – Lot 4215

4216
$8,050.00

SCARCE AND FINE CASED COLT MODEL 1862 POLICE PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 18593. Cal. 36. Blue & color case hardened with 5-1/2″ rnd bbl, brass pin front sight and 1-line New-York U.S. America address. Left side of frame is marked with a small “Colts Patent” and left shoulder of trigger guard has “36 CAL” marking. Cyl is half-fluted with five chambers and has patent date in one flute with all five safety pins crisp and serviceable. The silver plated trigger guard & backstrap contain a 1-pc varnished walnut grip with last four digits of matching SN in backstrap channel. Accompanied by an orig, dark green velvet lined mahogany casing that is compartmented in the bottom for a “Colt’s Patent” single sided eagle & stars flask, a blued two cavity “Colt’s Patent” bullet mold with sprue cutter marked on right side “36P”, a packet of five combustible cartridges and a lacquered tin of Eley’s caps. There were about 25,000 of these revolvers produced during the Civil War with this revolver manufactured in 1863. That this revolver remains in such high orig condition with an orig case attests to the probability that it was the property of a high ranking officer or official where it saw little or no use. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Collection of Steve Ardia. CONDITION: Fine overall, matching and complete. Bbl and cyl. retain much of their orig bright blue finish with balance plum. Frame, loading assembly and hammer retain most of their case color, though muted. Trigger guard & backstrap retain about half of orig silver with balance a light mustard patina. Grip sound and solid and well fit with several small dents and dings retaining virtually all its orig varnish finish with edge wear. Mechanics are crisp; bright shiny bore, traces of blue still visible in each chamber. Case is sound with usual light nicks & scratches and retains most of its orig varnish. Flask retains most of its orig finish with light wear and abrasion on reverse. Mold is fine with about 50% thin blue and a few light dings; cap tin & cartridge packet are fine. 49631-33 JS (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4216

4217
$0.00

VERY FINE CASED 5-1/2″ COLT MODEL 1862 POCKET NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 3456. Cal. 36. Blue & color case hardened with 5-1/2″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight and 1-line New-York U.S. America address. Left side of frame is marked “COLTS PATENT” and left shoulder of trigger guard is stamped “36 CAL”. The silver plated brass trigger guard & back strap contain a fine varnished 1-pc walnut grip with SN inked in buttstrap channel. Cylinder is usual 5-shots with rebated diameter and has the stagecoach holdup scene roll marking. Accompanied by an orig Colt mahogany casing with red velvet lining compartmented in bottom for the revolver; a sgl sided eagle & stars pocket sized flask marked “COLTS PATENT”; a blued steel 2-cavity “COLTS PATENT” mold marked on right side “36P”; and a pack of Colt New Model Revolving Pocket Pistol Cartridges. This fine example was made first year of production in 1861 at the height of Civil War fervor and survived the war in very fine condition. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Collection of Steve Ardia. CONDITION: Very fine overall, all matching and orig with exception of forward frame screw which is restored. Bbl retains about 90% orig factory blue finish with numerous small scratches and scuffs and other small blemishes especially around wedge slot. Frame, loading assembly and hammer retain traces of case color, especially on rammer pivot with balance silver/grey with areas of pitting on recoil shields. Cylinder retains about 20% orig blue with strong, discernible rolled stagecoach hold-up scene one side has pitting extending to frame which obliterates part of stagecoach scene. There are a few impressed tool marks over part of Colt’s Patent on cylinder. A light cylinder drag line is present, safety pins are all smashed flat. Trigger guard and backstrap retain tiny traces of silver in protected areas, overall yellow brass patina, several dents in buttstrap where used as hammer. Grip is sound and well fit, retaining most of its factory varnish with minor blemishes on sides and two chips on either right toe where chipped when probably used hammering many years ago as chipped areas have old patina. Mechanics are crisp, well discerned bore. Mahogany casing is sound and solid, well fit with scattered small blemishes. Interior is very good overall with soiling and wear, especially around where front sight, hammer spur and cylinder rubbed through cloth. Accompanying Colt’s Patent flask retains about 20% varnish with several small dents. Mold retains traces of finish with numerous small blemishes and pitting. Cartridge pack is fine with excellent label. 49631-37 JS (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4217

4218
$9,775.00

EXCEPTIONAL 4-1/2″ COLT MODEL 1862 POCKET NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 18494. Blue & color case hardened with 4-1/2″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight and 1-line New York U.S. America address. Left side of frame is marked “COLTS PATENT” and left shoulder of trigger guard is stamped “36 CAL”. The silver plated brass trigger guard & back strap contain a fine varnished 1-pc walnut grip with SN in butt strap channel. Cylinder is usual 5-shots with rebated diameter and has the stagecoach holdup scene roll marking with all five safety pins crisp & sharp. There were approx. 19,000 of these revolvers produced 1861 to 1873. This is an extremely fine Pocket Navy. This particular gun was made at the height of the Civil War early in 1863 and it is amazing that this specimen escaped hard war service and survived in such beautiful condition, retaining most of its original finish. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Collection of Steve Ardia. CONDITION: Extremely fine overall, all matching. Bbl retains about 90% glossy bright thinning factory blue with reductions mostly around muzzle with balance plum, numerous small dents and nicks around wedge slot. Loading assembly retains virtually all of its brilliant case colors. Frame & hammer retain about all of their bright orig case colors also. Cylinder retains about 20% orig blue with balance plum/blue, a light cylinder drag line is present and retains virtually all of its stagecoach holdup scene roll marking. Trigger guard and backstrap retain about 10% of their orig silver plating with balance yellow patina. Grip is sound, well-fit & crisp with only a couple of minor light blemishes in finish and retains virtually all of its bright orig factory varnish, light edge wear. Mechanics are crisp, bore is crisp and bright and cylinder retains traces of blue finish in each chamber. 49631-43 JS (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4218

4219
$5,175.00

SCARCE AND FINE CASED COLT MODEL 1862 POLICE PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 3045. Cal. 36. Blue & color case hardened with 4-1/2″ rnd bbl, brass pin front sight and 1-line New-York U.S. America address. Left side of frame is marked with a small “Colts Patent” and left shoulder of trigger guard has cal marking. Cyl is half-fluted with five chambers and has patent date in one flute. The silver plated trigger guard & backstrap contain a 1-pc varnished walnut grip. Accompanied by an orig, red velvet lined mahogany casing that is compartmented in the bottom for a double sided eagle flask, a packet of five combustible cartridges and a lacquered tin of Eley’s caps. There were about 25,000 of these revolvers produced during the Civil War and this revolver was produced during first year of production in 1861. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Collection of Steve Ardia. CONDITION: Very fine, all matching. Bbl retains 80% thinning orig blue. Cyl. retains strong traces of bright blue with balance plum. Two orig safety pins are still retained, the others are smashed.Frame retains much of its orig case colors with some staining especially on recoil shields. Trigger guard and back strap retain about half of their orig silver plate with balance a yellow patina. Grip is sound and well fit, retaining most of its orig finish with edge wear. Mechanics are fine,crisp well discerned bore. Case is sound with usual light nicks & scratches and retains most of its orig varnish, long longitudinal crack on top of lid. Casing made originally for 5-1/2″ gun. Flask retains much of its orig finish. Cartridge pack and caps are good with discernible labels. 49631-40 JS (4,000-7,000) – Lot 4219

4220
$0.00

RARE CASED ENGRAVED MODEL 2 COLT 1855 SIDE HAMMER PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 14465. Cal 28. Blue finish with 3-1/2″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight & Hartford address with pointing hand motif. Cyl is 5 chambers. Mounted with 1-pc smooth “certifiable antique elephant ivory” grip. Revolver is beautifully engraved by Gustav Young with about 60% coverage, fine foliate arabesque patterns that have pearled background. Hammer shank & sides are engraved to match. Engraving patterns extend over the top strap onto the bbl and rammer pivot with matching patterns on backstrap, buttstrap & bottom of frame. Accompanied by a brown velvet lined Colt mahogany casing. Interior is compartmented for the revolver, single-sided Eagle & Stars “COLTS PATENT” flask, a brass “COLT’S PATENT” bullet & ball mold. This is a beautiful presentation grade gun, made in 1860 just prior to hostilities in the upcoming Civil War. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Collection of Steve Ardia. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine overall, all matching. Overall retains about 70-80% orig finish with the loss areas flaked to a light patina. Ivory grip has good patina with several hairlines, well fit. Mechanics are fine. Crisp bright bore. Case is sound and solid with 2 hairlines in lid and bottom with light nicks & scratches and retains much of its orig varnish. Interior is sound and solid with soiling and wear to areas where gun makes contact especially at cyl and muzzle. Flask is also very fine retaining most of its thinning original finish with bright fire blue retained on spring. Mold is average with numerous dings and dents where used as a hammer, mostly obliterating Colt marking. Also including is a later pack of caps and two corroded rounds which were removed and displayed in small glass tube. 49631-46 JS (15,000-25,000) IVORY – Lot 4220

4221
$4,480.00

SCARCE CASED COLT ROOT MODEL 5 PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 840. Cal. 31. Blue finish with 3-1/2″ stepped rnd bbl, brass pin front sight and New York address. It has 5-shot full fluted cylinder and is mounted with a varnished 1-pc walnut grip that has last three digits of SN in back strap channel. Accompanied by an orig Colt mahogany casing with burgundy velvet lining compartmented in bottom for the revolver, a dbl sided eagle & stars flask and a 2-cavity iron “COLTS PATENT” mold with sprue cutter. Right rear corner contains a tin of Eley’s caps. Colt’s Root Model revolvers were reasonably popular as pocket and vest pocket pistols for gentlemen and muff pistols for ladies and are rarely found retaining much orig finish. Cased examples are scarce. PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Collection of Steve Ardia. CONDITION: Extremely fine overall retains over 90% orig blue, with thinning and wear on outer radii of cyl. Loading assembly and hammer retain most of their case color, though darkened. Grip is sound and well fit with a couple of small chips in toe and light handling & use marks and retains most of its orig factory varnish. Mechanics are fine, crisp bright bore, retaining blue finish as does each chamber of cyl. Mahogany case is sound and solid, with usual handling & storage marks and retains strong orig varnish. Interior is sound with solid partitions showing light to moderate wear in bottom from revolver. Flask retains most of its orig finish, with staining. Mold retains about 50% thinning blue with numerous small dents and dings. Cap tin is very good with discernible label. 49631-38 JS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 4221

4222
$5,520.00

FINE CASED COLT 4TH MODEL 1855 ROOT SIDE HAMMER PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 2080. Cal. 31. Blue finish with 3-1/2″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight and 2-line Hartford address without pointing hand motif. It has 5-shot full fluted cyl and is mounted with 1-pc smooth ivory grip. Accompanied by an orig dark red velvet lined mahogany casing that is compartmented in bottom for the revolver, a fine early eagle flask, a brass 2-cavity bullet & ball “COLTS PATENT” mold with sprue cutter. According to Flayderman’s Guide to Antique American Firearms only 1,149 of these revolvers were produced before the model was discontinued about 1870. These revolvers were very popular as concealed arms and are rarely found in high orig finish or cased. PROVENANCE: Pistol – Ex-Dr. John & Margaret Pickup Collection; The Esteemed Collection of Steve Ardia. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good – fine overall, all matching except grip which has number “22082”. Bbl retains traces of blue in sheltered areas being a smooth medium brown patina; frame retains about 75% orig blue with gray/brown backstrap; cyl retains 75-80% thin blue, stronger in the flutes. “Certifiable antique elephant ivory” grip has a small chip in the toe with some minor age lines and retains a mellow ivory patina. Mechanics are fine, crisp bore with fine pitting. Flask is very fine overall, retaining 90% of its original varnish with fire blued spring. Proper curved handle brass mold has numerous small nicks and dings, patent marked sprue cutter is smooth with thin finish and light pitting. Accompanying case is sound and solid; interior is lightly faded with light soiling. 49631-48 (3,000-5,000) IVORY – Lot 4222

4223
$6,900.00

SCARCE AND FINE COLT ROOT MODEL 5 PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 6613. Cal. 31. Blue finish with 3-1/2″ stepped rnd bbl, brass pin front sight and New York address. It has 5-shot full fluted cylinder and is mounted with a varnished 1-pc walnut grip that has last three digits of SN in back strap channel. PROVENANCE: Ex-Col. Kenneth P. Brown Collection; The Esteemed Collection of Steve Ardia. CONDITION: Fine plus. Overall retains about 70% glossy orig blue, though bbl finish very thin with just traces of bright blue and overall plum. Back strap worn where handled with blue turning to plum. Hammer retains strong case colors turning dark. Rammer retains faded case colors, stronger on pivot. Grip is sound with a couple of small chips in toe and light handling & use marks and retains most of its orig factory varnish. Mechanics are fine, crisp bore with pitting. 49631-49 (2,500-4,500) – Lot 4223

4224
$115,000.00

EXTREMELY RARE CASED COLT EHLERS BABY PATERSON PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 24. Cal. 31. All blue finish with 3″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight and 1-line script letter address which reads left hand “Patent Arms Patterson, N.J.-Colt’s Pt.” with dashes at each end. Bbl has the attached Ehlers rammer. Cyl has five chambers with rnd shoulder and ratchet rather than a slot for a rotating ring and measures 1-1/16″. Cyl has the centaur scene roll marking with the four-headed Paterson Colt logo. The tiny frame has folding trigger and is mounted with 1-pc varnished rosewood grip. Grip is made of two pieces of rosewood attached to two spacer blocks. Accompanied by an orig, burgundy velvet lined, mahogany casing with flat top & bottom. Front of case has a rectangular escutcheon for the mortised brass lock. Bottom inside is recessed for the revolver, a rare all brass plunger type powder measure and a tiny single ball mold with sprue cutter and three turned walnut handles with brass ferrules. The slot in the front, which ordinarily contains a turnscrew is filled with a pocket corkscrew. This cased set is listed as item number 5 and pictured on the back cover of Jackson Arms, Dallas, TX, Catalog #16. Bottom of the front cover states “The Ben Ames Williams Collection”. The corkscrew was present in the case at that time and is discussed as a loading tool “never previously seen” in a Paterson casing. Also accompanied by a signed letter from renowned collector & dealer, the late Bobby Smith of Tennessee. The letter identifies this pistol by SN and Mr. Smith states, “An extremely fine and rare specimen of a cased Colt Baby Paterson Revolver with the Ehlers attached loading lever”. Mr. Smith also mentions the strange “loading tool combination a rammer worm”, and further says that he had never seen a tool like this in a Paterson casing. He also mentions the Jackson Arms catalog and identifies it as July 1960. He states that the collection of Ben Ames Williams was sold at that time and that this cased set was part of his collection. He further states that, ” Ben Ames Willimas was an artist, editor & writer. Two of his best selling books were House Divided and The Unconquered. According to The Book of Colt Firearms , Wilson, there were only about 500 of these little revolvers produced in 1837-1838, which also included the Paterson No.2 Belt Revolver. These revolvers with attached rammers were late production made from parts that were semi-finished when Colt went bankrupt. John Ehlers was a major stock holder in the Patent Arms Manufacturing Co. and assumed ownership in the bankruptcy. He finished and assembled the parts and added the loading levers. He also deleted the “M’g Co.” from the bbl address roll die. In addition the capping cutout was added to the right recoil shield during this process. Few of these little revolvers survive today, especially those that are all matching and with high orig finish. Cased examples are extremely rare, especially those with the rare corkscrew loading tool. PROVENANCE: Ex-Ben Ames Williams Collection; Ex-Jackson Arms; The Late Bobby Smith Collection. CONDITION: Very fine to extremely fine, all matching including bbl, wedge, cyl, frame, hammer, backstrap and grip. No further disassembly was effected to check for other matching parts. Bbl retains about 95% glossy orig blue with light sharp edge wear; wedge retains about 80% fire blue, mostly on the body; frame & front strap retain about 70% glossy orig blue with light candy striping on both sides, flaking on the recoil shields and light sharp edge wear; hammer retains dark case colors with light pitting on the sides; cyl retains most of its orig blue, thin on the rear half, turning plum and shows about 95% centaur scene roll marking; backstrap & buttstrap retain 92-93% glossy orig blue with some light sharp edge wear and minor pinpoint flaking. Grip is sound and retains about 88-90% orig varnish with the loss areas flaked from the ears and light edge wear. Mechanics are crisp, strong bright bore with scattered fine pitting. Case has a grain check in the lid, otherwise is sound with usual handling & storage nicks & scratches and retains most of its orig varnish. Interior is moderately faded with light soil in the lid lining and heavily faded in the bottom, darker in the recesses with light soil. Flask retains about 70% bright gold wash with the exposed areas a dark patina, mechanics are fine. Mold is extremely fine showing about 95% bright blue on the body and about 60% on the sprue cutter with losses from flaking. Mold handles are solid and the rare corkscrew loading tool is very fine, certainly capable of opening the finest bottle of wine. 50531-3 (110,000-160,000) – Lot 4224

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4225
$4,025.00

VERY FINE AND RARE COLT PATERSON PATENT ARMS LARGE SIZE CAPPER FOR MODEL 1839 RIFLES AND CARBINES.

SN 175. Assembly number 175. All brass capper, approximately 2-1/4″ diameter with the RAMPANT COLT and a Paterson ring lever carbine on the lid over crossed Paterson pistols. Capper is of later design with lid locking post to the left, lock is an extension of nozzle spring. Both lid & body are numbered “175” and it is complete with lanyard ring. Few of these cappers survive today as they were also used for other firearms and being of small size were easily misplaced. This example is in beautiful condition with high relief and strong gilt finish retained in protected areas internally. CONDITION: Very fine. Complete and functional with small scratches on reverse. Decorated lid shows excellent detail and stippling, dark mustard colored patina with light wear to highest features. 50412-94 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 4225

4226
$25,300.00

“EDWARD PRUDHOMME” ENGRAVED AND GOLD INLAID 1ST GENERATION 2ND MODEL DRAGOON REVOLVER.

SN 8929. Cal. 44. Well known firearms engraver Edward C. Prudhomme (1911-1990) engraved this 1850 vintage 2nd Model Dragoon for famous Colt collector Robert Q. Sutherland (1918-1992). Bbl has extensive leaf and vine and gold wire inlays, in addition to a standing doe deer and Indian brave on each side of the bbl lug. The loading lever is also engraved with gold wire border and crosshatching at the end. Frame and recoil shields are deep engraved with a walking gold horse on the left side and a horse and rider on the right side all surrounded by foliate arabesque patterns with fine stippled background. Right side of the frame also has the gold initials logo “R.Q.S.”. The recoil shields are deep relief engraved with foliate and vine patterns and have gold wire borders. Cylinder scene and all its markings have been re-engraved with silver Fleur-de-Lis between the cylinder stop notches and extensive gold wire borders. Hammer is completely stippled on both sides and engraved on the top with gold wire borders. The brass trigger guard and backstrap are deep relief engraved with arabesque patterns. Bbl is engraved in tiny letters “ENGRAVING BY E.C. PRUDHOMME”. PROVENANCE: Pictured in Prudhomme’s book on his engraving (with the orig wood grips). CONDITION: Very fine as restored, retaining most of Mr. Prudhomme’s blue finish. When this gun was originally engraved it was quite worn as noted by muzzle wear on its now 7-7/16″ bbl. Gun otherwise conforms to other standard 2nd Model Dragoons. SN on bbl housing is re-engraved and only one number can be found on loading arm. Original wood grips with matching SN inked in the backstrap channel are well worn and orig from 1850, hand worn patina and rounded edges at inner toes. Mechanically gun is fine, with crisp rifling in bore. 50324-1 JS (10,000-20,000) – Lot 4226

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4227
$11,500.00

RARE AND FINE “NEW HAMPSHIRE” MARKED MARTIAL COLT DRAGOON 2ND MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 10225. Cal. 44. Rare New Hampshire Dragoon, blue and color case hardened with 7-1/2″ oct to rnd bbl, nickel silver front sight and right hand address. Left side of bbl lug is marked “NEW HAMPSHIRE”. Left side of frame has a tiny “COLT’S PATENT” over a tiny “U.S.”. The square back brass trigger guard & backstrap contain an oil finished 1-pc walnut grip with clear, legible “JH” (Joseph Hannis) inspector cartouche on left side and “WAT” (William A. Thornton) sub-inspector cartouche on the right side. Almost every part on the revolver has tiny inspector initials. Cylinder has the Ormsby Dragoon-Indian fight scene roll marking and “MODEL U.S.M.R.” and “COLT’S PATENT” cartouches surrounding the SN. There were only about 1,000 of these guns produced under government contract, 1850-1851. The 2nd Model Dragoon was the lowest production of all the Dragoon models and of that limited production, only a few hundred were issued to the New Hampshire militia. This is a fine matching, tight, complete, well functioning example retaining strong traces of bright finish and crisp markings. CONDITION: Very good to fine, all matching including bbl, frame, trigger guard, buttstrap, loading arm, cylinder, wedge and grip. Bbl retains strong traces of orig blue, especially above the loading assembly and protected areas, the balance is a mottled grey patina with scattered areas of staining and light pitting. Frame, loading assembly and hammer are matching grey/silver with scattered areas of staining and pitting with traces of case colors in protected areas. Cylinder has matching grey patina with traces of finish in several of the stops. Cylinder scene is mostly discernible, 75%+ with areas of staining and pitting. Cylinder pins are all smashed, though gun still rotates and locks well. Trigger guard & backstrap exhibit light brass patina with minor cosmetic blemishes. Grip is sound and well fit, showing edge wear with hand worn patina and scattered dings and dents. Cartouches are both discernible as can be seen in photos. Mechanically gun functions well with well defined crisp rifling, staining and pitting. 50458-1 JS (10,000-15,000) – Lot 4227

4228
$0.00

CASED PAIR OF GUSTAVE YOUNG ENGRAVED & INSCRIBED COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVERS WITH IVORY GRIPS “WILLIAM H LENT”, 7TH NEW YORK NATIONAL GUARD.

SN 141531/141583. Cal 31, SN 141531 & 141583. This beautiful pair of cased pistols made in 1858 is the same style casing seen on the well known General McPherson Colts and the cased pair sold on these floors as Lot 2150, March 2016 with nearly identical two-tone French fitted velvet lined case. William Humbert Lent (1837-1902) was from a very prominent New York family and a member of 7th New York National Guard when he received these pistols. He later served in this unit during the Civil War. A short bio found on Lent Family Genealogy site: “WILLIAM HUMBERT LENT, born in New York City, October 8, 1837, was the son of John A. (46) and Susan Lent. He was a veteran of the War of the Rebellion; also a member of the Seventh Regiment, N. Y. S. N. G. (Seventh Company), New York City, and Lafayette Post, 140, G. A. R. He was a graduate of the University of New York. He died at the home of his sister, Mrs. Cordelia Farley, No. 134 East iiith Street, New York City, July 2, 1902. He was buried in the Lent family plot at Rural Cemetery, Poughkeepsie, N.Y.” Identical pair of revolvers with 6″ oct bbls, the top flats engraved “Saml. Colt”. The balance of the revolvers are engraved in Gustav Young #3 style consisting of beautifully detailed, intertwined foliate arabesque patterns over about half the bbls, rammer pivots, frames, backstraps, butts and trigger guards. The side edges of the trigger guards have extra wavy border patterns. The body of the engraving has Young’s trademark blossom patterns and his famous wolf’s heads on each side of the hammer noses, along with his well-known elliptical panel on the left sides of the receivers engraved in an arc “Colt’s Patent”. Both revolvers are fitted with beautiful smooth ivory grips with the left sides engraved “Wm. H. Lent.”, and the right sides, “7th Co 7th Regt. N.G”. They have five-shot unfluted cylinders with stagecoach holdup scenes. This pair is cased as noted in French fitted, two-tone burgundy and green velvet lined, brass bound mahogany case. It has compartments for the revolvers, a fine dbl-sided “E Pluribus Unum” American eagle flask with crossed revolvers, a brass two-cavity “Colt’s Patent” mold, an L-shaped nipple wrench/screw driver and a small tin of Eley Bros. caps. Upper right and lower left have fitted compartments for other accessories each with small turned ivory finials. The case has brass-bound corners on the lid and a blank medallion in the center. It is made of very nicely grained rosewood and is 14″ long x 9-1/4″ wide x 2-3/8″ deep. This is a beautiful pair of pistols that were well cared for, retaining most of their orig finish with beautiful ivory patina in an extremely rare French fitted rosewood case. PROVENANCE: William Humbert Lent, 1858; Ex-Pete Holder Collection (Ex-lead guitarist for The Tornados); Ex-Alain Fontanili Collection; Ex-Chris Hamilton Collection; Ex-Derek Palons Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Both revolvers are extremely fine, orig and matching including grips with last four numbers inked in backstrap channel with matching Roman numeral assembly marks on grips and grip frame. Every screw is also engraved and all are quite crisp. SN 141583 retains over 98% brilliant glossy blue on the bbl with a few light scratches and light muzzle edge wear. Numerous small hammer marks around the wedge slot on right side that actually blend into the engraving (see photos). Loading arm pivot, hammer and frame retain much of their muted case colors with an overall dark silver/grey patina. Cylinder retains 60-70% bright orig blue with balance plum/blue, stagecoach holdup scene is virtually all intact and easily discerned with a few light nicks on cylinder face, one crisp safety pin; the other four are partial or smashed. Trigger guard retains virtually all its orig silver plate. Backstrap retains about 75% strong orig silver overall. “Certifiable antique elephant ivory” grips are sound, well fit with easily discerned inscriptions, light ivory patina. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. SN 141531 retains 90% orig blue with a few scattered spots of light staining and pinprick pitting. Frame, loading arm and hammer retain much of their orig muted case colors, a bit lighter than SN 141583. Cylinder retains strong traces of orig blue with balance plum/grey, retaining four partial safety pins and crisp, well discerned cylinder scene, light pitting around nipples. Grip frame retains about 80-90% orig silver plating. “Certifiable antique ivory” grips are sound, solid and well fit with darker ivory patina with several dark hair-lines in grain, especially on left side. Mechanics are crisp. Strong bright bore with scattered light pitting. Accessories are fine. Case has a crack in the lid and exhibits some shrinkage away from bottom right and upper left brass corners, otherwise is sound and retains generous amounts of orig varnish. Both top and lower lock faces are replaced and lock mechanism is removed; lock escutcheon, however is orig. Lid lining is bright with a minor wear spot. Bottom lining is slightly faded and soiled. 50683-1 JS (40,000-60,000) IVORY – Lot 4228

4229
$0.00

EXTREMELY FINE FACTORY ENGRAVED CASED COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET REVOLVER.

SN 60476. Cal. 31. Blue & color cased hardened with 4″ oct bbl, pin front sight & engraved “Saml Colt” address. Left side of the frame is engraved “COLTS PATENT” in a double arc shape. The silver plated brass trigger guard & backstrap contain smooth ivory 1-pc grip. Cylinder is 5 shots with stagecoach hold up scene roll marking. Revolver is beautifully engraved in 1853 when famous engraver Gustave Young was first working with Colt. Gun exhibits full coverage foliate arabesque patterns on the frame which extend over the bbl lug & top side flats with matching patterns on the rammer pivot. Matching pattern engraving is also on the backstrap, buttstrap & trigger guard. Hammer is engraved with foliate arabesque patterns on the shank, an eagle’s head on each side of the hammer nose, fish scale patterns on the sides of the spur & top edge with a hand checkered spur. SN’s on the bottom of the revolver and buttstrap are accompanied by a small punch mark which is thought to signify extra polishing for engraving. Accompanied by an orig purple velvet lined mahogany casing compartmentalized in the bottom for a “COLTS PATENT” eagle and stars pocket sized flask, a brass 2 cavity “COLTS PATENT” mold, L-shaped gun tool, and cap tin. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine overall, all matching though gun was not disassembled to check for internal numbers as it is so well fit. Bbl retains over 97-98% strong blue with a few minor scratches and flaking. Loading arm, frame and hammer retain dull silvery case colors proper for this era. Cylinder retains 60-70% bright blue, balance mostly plum/blue and virtually all of its rolled stagecoach holdup scene. Cylinder retains all 5 crisp and serviceable safety pins. “Certifiable antique elephant ivory” grip is well fit with typical light shrinkage at top strap, ivory patina. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. Mahogany case is sound & solid with usual handling & storage nicks & scratches and overall retains most of its varnish. Interior is fine overall with light areas of soiling & wear. Partitions are solid. Flask is in matching extremely fine condition retaining most of its original varnish, bright fire blue to spring. Mold is excellent condition also with minor small blemishes. Cap tin retains original caps, most of its japanned surface and good original label with scuffing and reduction with minor text losses as can be seen in photos. There is a non-functional key included for display. The L-shaped tool retains most of its original bright fire blue. 50679-2 (25,000-35,000) IVORY – Lot 4229

4230
$19,262.50

EXTREMELY RARE FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1849 PERCUSSION POCKET REVOLVER WITH SAMUEL COLT PRESENTATION TO CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR JOHN WELLER AT HEIGHT OF THE GOLD RUSH.

SN 146808. Cal. 31. This standard model 5″ pocket is elaborately factory engraved in style Gustav Young made famous with wolf’s head decorated hammer, beautiful floral scrolls terminating in flower blossoms and a large dog’s head on left side of bbl housing. Backstrap engraved “To John B. Weller/from the Inventer [sic]”. John B. Weller (1812-1875) was the fifth governor of California from 1858-1860. This gun was made in 1858, no doubt the enterprising Mr. Colt saw big potential in gifting this beautiful gun to the newly elected governor of a very wealthy state, now governed by a veteran of the Mexican War who was well acquainted with the firepower Colt could give his militia. Weller, at the end of his administration in 1860, became the American Ambassador to Mexico. Gun is cased along with brass “COLT’S PATENT” 2-cavity bullet mold, eagle and stars powder flask, L-shaped gun tool and 1858 dated percussion cap box. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall retaining strong traces of bright finish in protected areas. Gun appears complete and orig and all matching, though cyl is unserialized it has matching color and surface and crisp rolled stagecoach holdup scene. Crisp action and well-defined rifling. Stocks retain about 90% of their orig varnish with edge wear and tacking marks on butt. Engraving and markings all crisp and discernible including presentation. Accompanying casing retains much of its orig varnish. The interior is heavily light faded, once a burgundy red, now a mix of pink and light orange with soiling and several glued repairs. Bottom of case has 1/4″ wide longitudinal crack and several hairlines found elsewhere. Tools are very good overall. Flask retaining traces of varnish with old polish. Mold has mustard patina with light tacking marks. 51057-1 JS (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4230

4231
$15,525.00

EXTREMELY FINE AND UNIQUE FACTORY ENGRAVED DONUT SCROLL COLT MODEL 1849 PERCUSSION REVOLVER WITH “EAGLE & PEACE” PANEL SCENE.

SN 33610. Cal. 31. This beautiful cased pocket model was made about 1852 and exhibits factory engraving identical to other examples noted pre-1853 with “donut scroll” engraving on bbl housing, frame, backstrap, trigger guard and hammer. Most unusual and unique feature of this revolver which has never been seen on another example is the 2″ spread wing eagle grasping pistol in either talon above a ribbon held in eagles beak emblazoned “PEACE”. There are few other “donut scroll” engraved Colts with panel scenes but nothing like this very special example. Housed in a red velvet lined mahogany case with 2-cavity brass mold and “L” shaped combination nipple wrench/screwdriver. A pack of cartridges, cap tin, double eagle flask, and about 10 loose bullets fill compartments. This unique clearly shows eagle holding what appear to be Wesson & Leavitt dragoon revolvers with side hammers, the same patent infringement revolvers being made by Mass Arms at the time the law-suit which was won by Colt that ended their production. this pistol may represent a tribute to this fact CONDITION: very fine to extremely fine overall. Markings including SNs, and engraved maker and patent marks are crisp as is engraving overall. Bbl & Cyl retain 30-40% bright original blue, balance a blue/plum patina. The frame & hammer retain about 80% bright and muted case colors as does the loading arm pivot, balance silver/gray; top of loading load has darkened colors. The vibrant case colors are reminiscent of Civil War era Colts and not 1852 when case colors from Colt were silvery/gray. It is possible the gun was retained by Colt for posterity and refreshed by the factory prior to its sale at a later date. The silver and blue appear absolutely untouched. Matching SNs found externally on all parts including bbl, loading arm, frame, cyl, trigger guard, backstrap. Backstrap & trigger guard retain 95% of their original silver plate with most of loss at butt. The “select walnut” grips are well fit showing bright burl colors retaining 90% plus original factory varnish with moderate edge wear. Revolver is mechanically sound, retaining all 5 crisp safety pins on cyl. Cyl also has traces of blue in chambers. Bore is crisp and bright. Mahogany Colt casing retains traces of thinning original factory varnish, sound and solid, missing keyhole escutcheon. Interior red velvet is light faded with soiling and stains where cyl, hammer and muzzle abut. Brass 2-cavity mold “COLT’S PATENT” is excellent, smooth with yellow brass patina. Double sided eagle flask retains 80-90% mottled light gold colored varnish and is very fine overall. L-shaped tool has 30-40% blue with pitting, cap tin and packet of Colt cartridges are also very good to fine, The loose balls, extra nipple are fine also. 50154-4 (15,000-25,000) – Lot 4231

4232
$12,650.00

EXCEPTIONAL CASED COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 131686. Cal. 31. Blue & color case hardened with 4″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight and standard 2-line New York address with brackets. Left side of frame is marked with a small “COLTS PATENT” and it has 5-shot cylinder with stagecoach holdup scene roll marking. Silver plated brass trigger guard & backstrap contain a varnished 1-pc walnut grip with last four digits of matching SN in backstrap channel. Accompanied by a purple velvet lined mahogany casing, partitioned in the bottom for the revolver, a brass 2-cavity “COLT’S PATENT” mold, a double sided brass eagle & stars flask in like new condition, an L-shaped nipple wrench in also like new condition. An ELEY cap tin marked “COLT PATENT BELT AND POCKET PISTOLS” on its original label. This revolver was produced in 1857. These small revolvers were extremely popular from their first production until well into the 1870s when they were supplanted by the advent of the self-contained cartridge revolver. They saw extensive use by frontier people of all walks of life and are rarely found today with such near new condition and almost never with an orig case. Also included is an original Colt loading instructions. PROVENANCE: Ex-Bobby Smith Collection. CONDITION: Excellent overall. All matching including wedge & grip. Bbl retains 98-99% strong orig blue. Loading arm, frame and hammer retain most of their bright case colors on the sides with balance muted to a silver or silver/gray. Cyl retains over 90% orig bright blue, with losses and light pitting on 3 of the 4 extensions at rear between nipples. All safety pins are crisp and functional. Almost 100% crisp rolled stagecoach holdup scene is easily discerned; trigger guard & backstrap retain virtually all of their strong orig silver plate. Grips are sound and solid, well-fit retaining almost all their original bright varnish with slight edge wear. Mechanics are crisp, very bright shiny bore. Case is sound with a few light handling & storage nicks & scratches retaining most of its original bright varnish. Lower right joint to case is apart but still sound. Interior retains good purple color with light soiling, wear and light cosmetic damage where gun makes contact. Mold is crisp with small dents on one side, appears unused; flask retains virtually all of its original varnish with bright blue spring; L-shaped nipple wrench/screwdriver retains most of its original bright blue with some losses and scratches. Cap tin retains original caps, japanned surface and an excellent label with easily discerned text. Retained original key, operates lock well. 50675-1 JS (7,500-12,500) – Lot 4232

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4233
$11,500.00

EXTRAORDINARILY GOLD ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 235127. Cal. 31. Well known firearms engraver Edward C. Prudhomme (1911-1990)is thought to have engraved this 1864 manufactured vintage Colt Model Pocket revolver for Dixie Gun Works in 1970. Bbl has extensive leaf, vine and gold wire inlays, gold address, in addition to gold foxes on each side of the bbl lug. The loading lever is also engraved with gold wire border surrounding relief scrolls. Frame and recoil shields are deeply engraved with two hunting dogs and three ground hogs all surrounded by relief engraved foliate arabesque patterns with fine stippled background. Both sides of frame also have gold “COLT’S PATENT” logos and decorated lozenge. The recoil shields are deep relief engraved with foliate and vine patterns and have gold wire borders. Cylinder scene and all its markings have been re-engraved with gold wire trip, gold wire, patent and SN along with arabesque panels between each stop and each nipple recess. Hammer is completely relief engraved with gold wire frame on both sides and engraved on the top with gold arabesque flourish. The brass trigger guard and backstrap are deep relief engraved with arabesque patterns. No engravers signature is found, grip frame is stamped “DIXIE GUN WORKS 1970”. Custom 2-pc grips are nicely checkered. CONDITION: Extremely fine retaining virtually all orig finish as customized. Mechanically crisp with with defined rifling in a pitted bore. Custom case accompanies. 50382-2 TEP (6,000-10,000) – Lot 4233

4234
$1,725.00

CASED COLT MODEL 1849 POCKET MODEL PERCUSSION REVOLVER WITH SCARCE IRON TRIGGER GUARD.

SN 151776. Cal. 31. Of the numerous variations of the Colt Model 1849 percussion revolver this is a fairly standard 5″ oct bbl gun with 5-shot cylinder and 2-line New York address made in 1859 with a rarely seen small iron trigger guard instead of brass which occurs in only two serial ranges as noted by Jordan & Watt in their text Colt’s Pocket ’49. Colt casing includes a 2-cavity “Colt’s Patent” bullet mold. Small 2-sided eagle and stars flask and a functioning key. PROVENANCE: The Spiropoulos Estate Collection. CONDITION: Gun is good to very good overall, all matching. Metal overall is dark grey with scattered areas of pitting. Cylinder scene is only partially visible. Serial numbers, address and stamped patent markings all crisp and discernible. Grips are well fit, retaining most of their orig varnished finish. Action is tight and functioning. Bore exhibits well discerned rifling with pitting. Accompanying casing is re-lined with red velvet. Mold is in matching condition to gun. The small eagle flask retains about 90% of it’s orig varnish. Tin of percussion caps are of later vintage. 50619-1 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 4234

4235
$25,300.00

RARE ENGRAVED COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 98258. Cal. 36. Fourth model, blue & color case hardened with 7-1/2″ oct bbl, scarce dovetailed front sight with German silver blade & 1-line Hartford address. Left side of frame is engraved “COLTS PATENT” in a pillow shape. Cyl is unfluted with Ormsby Naval Battle scene roll marking. The silver-plated large brass trigger guard & backstrap contain a very nicely figured varnished burl walnut 1-pc walnut grip that has last 4 digits of matching SN in backstrap channel. Revolver is very nicely engraved by Gustave Young with full coverage foliate arabesque patterns on the frame with a couple of scrolls terminating as flower blossoms. Deluxe engraving patterns extend over the bbl lug & top side flats of the bbl with a couple of scrolls terminating in flower blossoms & another with a most unusual Indian’s head wearing a feather bonnet. Matching scrolls are also on the rammer pivot. Hammer is engraved with a wolf’s head on each side of the nose, fish scales on the top edge & sides of hammer spur and matching foliate arabesque patterns on the shank. Top of the backstrap is engraved in Mr. Young’s typical fan pattern with 1/4 blossoms on sides of the shoulders and foliate arabesque patterns on the backstrap, buttstrap & trigger guard. All of the SNs on bottom of the revolver are accompanied by a small punched dot which would signify to the factory workmen to add extra polish for engraving. Accompanied by a rare Colt Factory letter which identifies this revolver in Cal 36 with 7-/12″ bbl, blue finish, wood stocks, factory engraved & shipped to the Colt New York office on February 11, 1861 in a 10-gun shipment. Given the time frame of this shipment it seems likely that this may have been a Civil War unit order or possibly for presentation to Civil War personnel by citizens of New York. Regardless this revolver was shipped to a major hub of Civil War supply activity and almost certainly would have seen service throughout the Civil War. Such arms are rarely found with high orig finish. Pg 139 of The Colt Engraving Book, Volume 1, and pg 87 of Colt Engraving, both by Wilson, pictures the left side of the bbl lug of this revolver, illustrating the Indian head motif. Although it is not identified by SN in the publication, there are identifying marks that certify that it is the same revolver. The pg 87 caption credits this revolver to the S.P. Stevens Collection. PROVENANCE: Ex-S.P. Stevens Collection. CONDITION: Fine, all matching including rammer, wedge, cyl & grip. Bbl retains about 70% glossy orig blue with the loss areas flaked, not worn to a medium/dark patina. Rammer & handle are cleaned to bright metal. Frame is grey metal patina & the hammer retains about 70% strong case colors, moderately faded on left side. Cyl retains about 20% orig blue with the balance a grey patina & shows about 80-85% Ormsby Naval battle scene roll marking. Trigger guard & backstrap retain most of their orig silver plating showing edge wear on the buttstrap & heel and some thinning on backstrap. Grip is sound showing light edge wear with a few light nicks & scratches and retains about 98% crisp orig varnish. Mechanics are fine. Strong bore with moderate pitting. 50142-9 (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4235

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4236
$0.00

EXTREMELY FINE 4TH MODEL COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 199718. Cal. 36. Standard configuration Model 1851 Colt Navy made in 1866, blue and color case hardened with 7-1/2″ oct bbl with brass pin front sight and 1-line New-York U.S. America address. Left side of frame has a small “COLTS PATENT” and left shoulder of trigger guard is marked “36 CAL”. The silver plated brass trigger guard and backstrap contain a varnished 1-pc walnut grip. Cylinder is usual 6 shots with Ormsby Naval battle scene. This is a beautiful Colt Navy which would be difficult to upgrade for overall condition and aesthetics. CONDITION: Extremely fine, all matching, orig and complete. Bbl retains about 98% glossy orig blue with minor light scratching and a few small dents below wedge slot on right side. Frame, hammer and loading assembly retain most of their case colors, though muted and rammer arm is mostly a silver/grey. Cylinder retains about 90% orig finish, mostly bright blue with remainder blue/plum. Cylinder chambers and cylinder face retain most of their orig blue finish. Ormsby Naval battle scene rolled marking is crisp and virtually 100% discernible with only a few minor cosmetic nicks. Trigger guard and backstrap retain silver plating in sheltered areas being mostly a medium mustard patina. Grips are well fit retaining virtually all their orig factory varnish with edge wear and a few light nicks. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore, may be unfired, even though someone played with the gun smashing 5 of the 6 safety pins. 50531-2 (12,500-17,500) – Lot 4236

4237
$11,500.00

COLT THIRD MODEL 1851 NAVY-ARMY REVOLVER MARTIALLY MARKED.

SN 60181. Cal. 36. 7-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish with brass backstrap and trigger guard. 1-pc walnut grip. Bbl shows 1-line New York address with inspector initial “A” to rear. Forward left side of frame is marked “Colts Patent over U.S.”. Inspector initial “C” is stamped on apron of backstrap behind hammer. Cyl has “C” inspector initial stamped behind SN. Left side of grip show the initials “A.D.K.” in a cartouche. Right grip shows “RHKW” in a cartouche. There is no visible inspector mark on trigger guard. Cyl shows the standard Naval scene rolled. SNs match on frame, bbl, trigger guard, backstrap, wedge, rammer, and cyl. Grips have last 4-digits of SN written in ink in the backstrap channel. These Navy-Army revolvers were produced in the 42,000 to 80,000 range. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl shows 50% restored blue finish with high point wear and some muzzle wear. There are a few dents and scratches overall. Bbl address is sharp. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Front-sight is a replacement. Rammer is silver-gray patina with minute traces of case color. Frame is a silver-gray patina overall with some minute traces of case color in protected areas. Frame marking is sharp and clear. Trigger guard has a mustard-yellow patina and shows signs of light cleaning. Backstrap is also a mustard-yellow patina, turning darker behind hammer. Hammer shows generous traces of case color on either side. Trigger shows traces of blue finish. All screws are good. Grip strap screws are replacements. Cyl is a smooth gray-brown patina overall and retains 80% of cyl scene with some roughness. Colts Patent mark is somewhat washed out. Inspector mark and SN are sharp. 6 safety pins are intact, although somewhat battered. A hard to find Colt Navy-Army revolver made in 1856 for the U.S. Army in far above average condition. 51033-47 TEP (10,000-20,000) – Lot 4237

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4238
$0.00
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Please Note: The barrel has been re-blued.

FINE CIVIL WAR COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER WITH BEAUTIFUL CHECKERED IVORY GRIPS.

SN 128320. Cal. 36. Standard configuration of a mid-war Colt Navy revolver popular among officers both North and South. 7-1-2″ oct bbl with 1-line NY address, 6-shot cylinder with rolled Ormsby Naval battle scene. This particular gun was made in 1862 and is in beautiful condition retaining much of its orig finish with a very unusual pair of full checkered ivory grips. Gun is all matching and has an “I” stamped adjacent to each SN which is thought to designate ivory. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Bbl retains about 90% orig bright blue finish. Cylinder has strong traces of blue with about 80% discernible Naval battle scene. 5 of 6 safety pins are serviceable. Trigger guard retains strong traces of silver plate in protected areas. Backstrap has tiny traces of silver in protected areas and its SN has been re-engraved. “Certifiable antique elephant ivory” stocks fit well with hand worn patina. Mechanically gun is fine with crisp, shiny bore. 50412-40 (4,000-6,000) IVORY – Lot 4238

4239
$10,350.00

*EXTRAORDINARY ACEVEDO ENGRAVED AND DECORATED MODEL 1861 COLT NAVY PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 24690. Cal. 36. Remarkable rendition by one of America’s most talented 20th century engravers. This particular gun is a copy of the famous General Robert Anderson presentation revolvers which were orig made in 1863. This gun is a faithful facsimile made on a Colt 2nd Gen black powder revolver made in 1978 and as can be seen in photographs it is quite elaborate. Gun is in truly amazing condition retaining virtually all of its orig finish. Horatio Q. Acevedo (1924-2010) and his work is prominently shown on pgs 706-719 of The Colt Engraving Book Volume Two by R.L. Wilson. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine, retaining virtually all orig blue in case colors. Backstrap and trigger guard retain about 50% thin, orig gold wash with wear and cosmetic bruising on grips straps. Screws retain most of their orig fire blue. Smooth elephant ivory grips are excellent, well fit. Mechanically fine with crisp, bright new bore. 50324-2 JS (8,000-12,000) IVORY – Lot 4239

4240
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EXTRAORDINARY CASED ENGRAVED SPECIAL COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER, SWORD, SASH OF 2nd LT. HUNTINGTON FROTHINGHAM WOLCOTT.

SN 151385. Cal. 44. Blue & color case hardened with 8″ rnd bbl, German silver front sight and 1-line New-York US America address. Left side of frame is engraved “COLT’S PATENT” in a pillow shape and it has the caliber marking on left rear web of trigger guard. The silver-plated brass trigger guard and iron back strap contain a 1-pc ebony grip with last four digits of SN in back strap channel. Revolver is engraved by Gustave Young in late vine style with full coverage foliate arabesque patterns on the frame with several patterns terminating in flower blossoms. Hammer also received Mr. Young’s deluxe treatment with foliate arabesque patterns on the shank and wolf’s heads on each side of hammer nose. Top edge of hammer is engraved in fish scale patterns and the spur is hand checkered. Mr. Young’s deluxe patterns extend about 4″ up each side of bbl, terminating forward of the bbl address. Left side of bbl lug has one scroll that terminates in Mr. Young’s distinctive dog’s head pattern and another in a flower blossom. Right side of lug has a scroll terminating in his distinctive bird head pattern and a scroll terminating in a flower blossom. There is also a dash & line pattern border around muzzle. Rammer pivot is lightly engraved to match. Cyl is rebated and has the Ormsby Naval battle scene roll marking on the major diameter. Top of back strap is engraved with Mr. Young’s deluxe fan pattern with flower blossoms on sides of back strap shoulders. Top of back strap, heel, butt strap & trigger guard are also engraved in foliate arabesque patterns. None of the screws are engraved although the frame screw holes are outlined with a narrow borders on both sides. The SN on bottom of bbl lug, frame, trigger guard & butt strap are all accompanied by a small “I” and “E” indicating that the revolver received special polishing for engraving and the “I” usually indicating ivory grips. However, in this case, it simply means special grips. Accompanied by a fine, orig, burl mahogany, Colt casing with green velvet lining, compartmented in bottom for the revolver, a fantastic Navy size “COLTS PATENT” angle spout flask, a blued steel 2-cavity “COLT’S PATENT” mold with sprue cutter, marked on right side “44H” and a small “D” inspector mark. Also included is an L-shaped nipple wrench/screwdriver and a sealed tin of Eley’s caps with marbled brown & Buff colored paper wrapping. Right front compartment contains cast lead bullets & balls. This revolver is engraved very similarly to a series of Model 1860 Army percussion revolvers that are extremely famous & well known, all with ebony grips, including the cased pair for Gen. Joseph R. Hawley and the one made for Gen. Ulysses S. Grant. All appear to be in the 151,000 serial range. The Hawley Armys are serial numbered “151388” and “151389” and are not quite so elaborately engraved as this one being sold here. The Grant Army is numbered “151718” and is substantially more elaborate than this revolver. Of note, the arms display by Schuyler, Hartley & Graham at a NYC Benefit Fair during the Civil War, contains a pinwheel of ebony gripped and engraved Colt Army revolvers (see p.314 “The Book of Colt Firearms”, Sutherland and Wilson). As Wolcott’s father was known to be a principal organizer of the display, it is very likely that this 1860 Army is one those on the display which was subsequently given to Wolcott’s son. It is also likely that the Army revolvers presented to Grant and Hawley were also part of this Accompanied by a Model 1850 Foot Officer’s sword by Schuyler, Hartley & Graham with bright steel scabbard. Sword has a 32″ slightly curved blade with wide & narrow fullers, lightly etched about the center with “U.S.” on left side and a spread-winged American eagle on right side with a ribbon in its beak inscribed “E PLURIBUS UNUM”. The Schuyler, Harley & Graham marking is etched on right ricasso and the Clauberg marking on the left with “IRON PROOF” on the spine. It has a small, single-branch hand guard with filigree flowers & vines with fish skin & braided wire wrapped handle. Right side of scabbard is engraved “Lieut. H.F. Wolcott / FROM / His Schoolmates”. Also accompanying is a burgundy silk sash with long braided knots & tassles at each end. Also accompanying is a spiral bound, self-published 119 page booklet titled “Family Jottings / Roger Wolcott”. It was apparently privately printed in 1939 and this is a reproduced copy. Also accompanying is a 3-ring binder of information including military records of Lt. Wolcott. This revolver was the property of 2nd Lieutenant Huntington Frothingham Wolcott, Company I, 2nd Mass. Cavalry. Lt. Wolcott enlisted as 2nd Lieutenant in March 1865 at age 19. Apparently he had attempted to enlist earlier but was rejected for being too young. He did volunteer as a surgeon’s assistant for two summers prior to enlisting. Upon his enlistment he was assigned as Aide de Camp to Brig. Gen. Gibbs (a relative) just in time to participate in Gen. Sheridan’s raids into Virginia. Lt. Wolcott was, by all accounts, a dashing & brave young officer who regularly participated in the thickest of the fighting and was part of the unit that captured 7,000 prisoners, 9 pieces of artillery and 10 battle flags as reported by Gen. Gibbs on May 9, 1865. Apparently young Wolcott had to be restrained by orders from superior officers from even more active & vigorous participation. The war ended in early June 1865 and Lt. Wolcott survived. He marched with his regiment in the grand review in Washington, seemingly in glowing good health, however the very next day he was stricken with camp fever and died on June 9, 1865. Among the information accompanying this lot is a signed Bill of Sale from Susan Dexter (nee Wolcott) of Ladue, MO, dated Jan. 20, 2000. The Bill of Sale is for this sword with belt & officer’s belt plate, a leather flap holster, sash & sword along with a revolver. Attached to the sword belt is a very old, very dark brittle tag, which accompanies, that reads “Belt and holster carried by Lt. H.F. Wolcott in the Civil War. The revolver was also his but not carried in the Civil War.” The Bill of Sale states that the leather rig & holster are in poor shape. Apparently they have disintegrated and no longer accompany this grouping. The Bill of Sale further states “Lt. Huntington Frothingham Wolcott was my great uncle. My father, Roger Wolcott, Jr., mentions ownership of this item plus the Colt revolver, sword and sword belt sash in his book, Family Jottings, privately printed in 1939″, signed “Susan Dexter”. Mrs. Dexter explains in another letter dated Jan. 6, 2000 that the reason Lt. Wolcott was using this sword was that it is a replacement for the orig that was lost when Lt. Wolcott was fording a stream. Additionally accompanying are two black faced brass plaques for both the revolver and sword from an unknown display. CONDITION: Revolver is extremely fine, all matching including wedge, cyl & grip. Bbl retains about 85-88% glossy orig Colt blue with the losses flaked, not worn, to a medium patina. Top right side of bbl has a line of fine surface rust. Rammer & handle retain about all of their brilliant orig case colors. Frame retains about all of its orig case colors, brilliant on right side, moderately faded on left side. Hammer is about identical with strong bright colors on right side, brilliant on rear edge and lightly faded on left side. Cyl retains about 90% orig blue thinning & turning plum in the rolled areas, strong & bright with fine surface rust on rebated area and with five crisp safety pins. Trigger guard retains about 60% thinning orig silver with the exposed areas a light mustard patina. Back strap & butt strap are flaked to a medium steel patina with light rust on the heel & butt strap. Grip has a large chip on left heel with a couple of small dings in the left edge and a chipped right toe with light nicks & scratches and overall retains about 90-92% orig varnish. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore, probably unfired. Case has two grain checks in bottom, otherwise is completely sound with only light handling & storage surface mars and retains virtually all of its orig factory varnish. Flask is equally crisp & new, retaining 96-97% crisp orig finish. Mold appears to be unused retaining all of its orig blue with a few scattered spots of light surface rust. Nipple wrench is fine. Cap tin is faded with light water damage to the label and missing one edge of the label. Interior of case is dark & clean inside the lid with bottom lightly faded and soiled with minor damage from front sight. Sword is fine, showing a cleaned metal finish on scabbard. Blade is bright & clean showing only faint scratches. Hand guard & pommel retain most of their orig gold wash. Fish skin wrap shows light wear. Sword knot is worn & soiled but intact. Sash has a few frayed spots on edges with a few minor holes & losses but basically intact. 50223-1 JR231 (135,000-165,000) – Lot 4240

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4241
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RARE CASED PROTOTYPE RICHARDS MASON CONVERSION COLT MODEL 1860 REVOLVER.

SN 193960. Cal. 44 Colt CF. This is believed to be the first centerfire conversion revolvers in the Richards Mason style, hand made and finished in the Colt Model Shop, one of only a very few made ca.1871. It has nickel finish with 8″ bbl and 1-line New-York U.S. America address. Left side of frame has 2-line patent dates with dashes, stamped over the orig “COLT’S PATENT”. The inside face of the bbl lug between the frame pin holes is stamped with a small “1”. There is also a very deeply stamped mark on rear face of cylinder that is indecipherable, along with a small “S” on opposite flat. It has a silver plated brass trigger guard, marked on left shoulder “44 CAL” and a nickel plated iron back strap which are mounted with very nicely figured 1-pc varnished walnut grip which has the last four digits of matching serial number in back-strap channel. Cylinder is rebated and has the Ormsby’s Naval Battle Scene on the major diameter. Cyl was altered from the orig percussion by having the rear portion containing the percussion nipples machined away leaving only the extended ratchet. The conversion ring, with loading gate,bearing the last four digits of the serial number is made without rear sight, leaving the extended hammer nose with rear sight notch. Firing pin is blind slotted into the hammer nose and secured with two rivets. The rammer slot in the bbl lug has been plugged in the usual way with attached 4″ ejector rod housing that has a half moon ejector rod head which has been hand checkered on front face. This revolver represents a major step in the evolution from percussion to the Single Action Army revolver as we know it today. Accompanied by its orig black velvet lined mahogany casing, compartmented in the bottom for the revolver, a small square crystal oil bottle with nickel plated brass cap, a very rare tin of UMC/Colt primers, an L-shaped screwdriver and a very rare slot in the front edge which contains a 1911 style brass cleaning rod. Left front portion of the case has a cartridge block for fifty-one 44 cal. cartridges. This revolver is pictured on p. 142 of the book The Wm. M. Locke Collection as it is found today without the oil bottle or cap tin and with full cartridge block. Also pictured on pg 99 of Fine Colts The Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collections, Wilson. PROVENANCE: Ex-William M. Locke Collection; Ex-Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus, all matching including cyl & grip except wedge which is properly unnumbered. Bbl, cyl, frame & back strap retain virtually all of their strong orig factory nickel finish with only a few minor nicks & surface mars. Cylinder retains most of its orig Ormsby Naval battle scene roll marking, slightly thinned in one spot during finishing process. Trigger guard retains 15-20% orig silver plating with the exposed brass a medium mustard patina. Grip is sound showing very minor wear to the edges with a small gouge on right side and a few very minor mars in the varnish and overall retains about all of its fine orig factory varnish. Mechanics are crisp, strong bright bore with light to moderate pitting. Case is very fine with one minor grain check in bottom and light handling & surface scratches and overall retaining most of a fine old restored finish with some heat crazing on the lid. Interior is lightly soiled with some minor wear from front sight & hammer spur. Accessories are fine. Altogether an extremely rare & desirable cased set. 50223-2 JR230 (35,000-45,000) – Lot 4241

4242
$14,950.00

RARE COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER WITH THUER CARTRIDGE CONVERSION- AS PICTURED ON THE COVER OF BRUCE MCDOWELL’S BOOK ON COLT CONVERSIONS.

SN 178577. Cal. 44. 8″ bbl. Blue and case color finish with silver plated brass trigger guard, and iron backstrap. Bbl shows 1-line New York address on top with German silver front-sight. Bbl shows correct gain twist rifling. Frame is of the 3-screw variety not cut for stock, with Colt’s patent stamped on forward left side. Recoil shield has a small “A” inspector mark on face. Trigger guard has “44cal” stamped on left rear flat. SN matches on frame, bbl, trigger guard, backstrap, arbor, and grip. Wedge is not numbered. Last 3-digits of SN is on cyl. No. “20” is stamped on rear face of cyl and rear of conversion ring. Conversion ring is stamped “Pat. Sep. 15, 1868”. Rear of loading plunger has correct hole tapped for Thuer loading device. Front face of hammer has hardened rnd disc inserted. These 2 features are necessary for a true Thuer conversion. This exact gun is pictured on pages 82, 86, and 87 of McDowell’s book on Colt Conversion pistols and is also featured on the cover as noted above. Included with the gun is a very rare .44 cal Thuer cartridge. These cartridges are rare and hard to find! PROVENANCE: Ex Bruce McDowell Coll. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl is a smooth mottled gray-brown finish overall with a sharp bbl mark and a bore that appears un-fired. Frame is also a smooth gray-brown patina, with traces of case color on face of recoil shield. Trigger guard is a mustard-yellow patina with some slight bruising around SN. Markings are clear. Backstrap is a silver-gray patina, with traces of blue on the apron and a clear mark. Cyl is also a silver-gray patina with sharp markings. Cyl scene is very good with some roughness on about 1/3 of surface. Engaged mark is clear. Conversion ring has clear markings with traces of blue in protected areas and a sharp “E” engraved. Grips are very good, slightly undersized with some dents and scratches, and a fresh coat of varnish. Truly a wonderful Conversion with great provenance and well recognized by any serious Colt Pistol Student. 50470-1 TEP (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4242

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4243
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COLT MODEL 1860 ARMY REVOLVER U.S. ISSUE IN SLIM JIM HOLSTER.

SN 91844. Cal. 44 CAL. 8″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. Brass trigger guard with iron backstrap. 1-pc walnut grip. Bbl shows correct 1-line New York address. German silver front sight. Inspector no. “F” is stamped on both side of bbl lug. Frame is of the 3-screw cut for shoulder stock variety. Colts Patent stamped on forward left side. Inspector initial “B” stamped on face of recoil shield. “W” stamped behind trigger guard bow. “C” stamped on apron of backstrap. Cyl shows inspector initials “C” and “F”. SNs match on frame, bbl, trigger guard, backstrap, arbor wedge, and cyl. Grips were not removed, but fit well. Grips show no trace of a cartouche. Buttstrap screw shows a reinforcement. Holster is of slim jim design and has been modified for right hand carry. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl shows a silver-gray finish overall with sharp markings and no heavy pitting. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Frame is also a silver-gray patina, with a few scratches and some staining. Trigger guard is a mustard-brown patina with sharp marks. Backstrap is a gray-brown patina with sharp markings. Cyl shows traces of scene with a sharp Colt Patent mark and patent date. Holster has a dark russet brown patina. Stitching has been reinforced with a rivet near the throat. A very good U.S. Model 1860 made in 1863 at the height of the War. 51033-83 TEP (2,500-3,500) – Lot 4243

4244
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EXCEPTIONAL CASED FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT 1855 MODEL 2 SIDEHAMMER ROOT PERCUSSION REVOLVER WITH IVORY GRIPS.

SN 19475. Cal. 28. All blue finish with 3-7/16″ oct bbl, brass pin front sight, and 2-line Hartford address with pointing hand. Cyl is unfluted with 5-chambers and cabin and Indian scene roll marking. It is mounted with a beautiful checkered butt on smooth sided 1-pc “certifiable antique elephant ivory” grip. Revolver is engraved with foliate, floral scrolls with pearled backgrounds and has about 60% coverage which extends over sides of the frame, top strap and raised area of the bbl. Rammer pivot, hammer, backstrap and buttstrap are engraved to match with light matching patterns on the bottom strap of the frame. Accompanied by a Colt mahogany turquoise/green velvet lining. Interior is compartmented for the revolver, a rare root sized eagle and stars dbl-sided flask, a brass bow-legged, bullet and ball “COLT’S PATENT” mold with sprue cutter, an L-shaped gun tool. This gun was manufactured in late 1858 or early 1859 and is in beautiful “as found” condition retaining most of its original finish along with accessories in case. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine to extremely fine, all matching. bbl, frame and gripstrap overall retains about 90% bright orig blue with some flaking on bbl which is now a lighter plum/blue. Loading arm and hammer retain much of their dark case colors with balance silver/blue. Cyl is crisp with bright blue found on smooth areas rear of rolled panel scene which is crisp, bright and virtually 100% with an overall light plum/silver patina. “Certifiable antique elephant ivory” grip is crisp and well fit with a few small hairlines in butt, ivory patina. Mechanically gun functions well with a crisp bright bore. Case is sound and solid retaining thin original varnish with small nicks and scratches and one long 6″ crack in lid. Interior is very fine with only moderate soiling and staining. Flask is extremely fine retaining most of its original varnish with light cosmetic blemishes. Mold is crisp with bright steel sprue cutter excellent overall. L-shaped tool is also excellent retaining about 80% of its original bright blue. Accompanying key appears original and functioning. 50679-1 JS (20,000-30,000) IVORY – Lot 4244

4244A
$11,500.00

EXTREMELY RARE ORIGINAL COLT TRIPLE REVOLVER CASING.

Rare burgundy velvet lined mahogany casing for three Colt revolvers which include an 1851 Navy, an 1849 pocket revolver with 4″ bbl and a compartment in the right front for a Model 1855 Root revolver. Other compartments are for flasks and molds, cap tins and bullets. Outside corners of the case are rounded and it has a brass shield in the lid engraved with the intertwined initials “ET”. It also has a small shield shaped lock escutcheon on the front. CONDITION: Fine to very fine. Lid has a repaired crack above the hinge and a long grain check toward the front with another couple in the bottom and overall retains about 90% orig varnish with nicks, scratches and dings. Interior is moderately faded inside the lid, a little more heavily faded in the bottom with moderate soil. A very rare casing seldom ever offered on the open market. 50679-3 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 4244A

4245
$0.00

RARE CIRCA 1855 CALIFORNIA “SLIM JIM” FLAP HOLSTER FOR COLT MODEL 1851 NAVY REVOLVER WITH EMBOSSED CALIFORNIA STATE SEAL.

These rare holsters were made during the California Gold Rush, with California State seal embossed in flap and Indian shooting a bow and arrow embossed in body. This holster fits a small guard Model 1851 Colt Navy 4th Models with large trigger guards are too wide. This example is in beautiful condition with well defined decoration and original German silver muzzle cap. PROVENANCE: Dow H. Heard, Houston, Texas. CONDITION: Very good overall. Body retains excellent patina, well defined figure of Indian shooting bow and arrow, though worn at high areas, light scuffing. Flap shows California State seal of seated Eureka with bear standing by her feet. Flap, is heavily crazed and folded but embossed design is discernible and “EUREKA” is discernible beneath the seal. Closure tab is torn and reinforced with old leather and cloth, restoration to back of tab. 50412-91 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 4245

4246
$5,175.00

VERY RARE CASED ENGRAVED COLT CLOVERLEAF HOUSE PISTOL.

SN 1950. Cal. 41. Originally gold finish with 3″ rnd bbl, pinched blade front sight and 4-chamber cloverleaf shaped cyl. Mounted with smooth 2-pc pearl grips. Frame and bbl once silver finished, though only small traces remain. Frame and bbl are matching numbered. Revolver is beautifully engraved in the style of L.D. Nimschke with nearly full coverage, foliate arabesque patterns on the frame with fine dot and diamond patterns on borders of frame. Bbl is matching engraved with a diamond and dot border around the muzzle. Backstrap is engraved with arabesque scrolls at the top and geometric patterns down the backstrap. Cylinder is engraved with cross hatched diamond and dot pattern, with borders en suite at muzzle and frame borders. Accompanied by an orig Colt rosewood casing, that is purple velvet lined and French fitted in the bottom for the revolver, a wire cleaning rod in a slot in the back edge. Left front has a Mahogany cartridge block containing 24 cartridges. This gun was made in first year of production in 1871. CONDITION: Very good overall and functional. Gun appears orig and complete. Iron is overall plum/brown with tiny traces of finish found in sheltered areas of bbl. Brass has light mustard patina with tiny traces of finish. Hammer still has traces of thinning gold plate. Casing is sound and solid with craquelure to lid and loss of varnish where chipped in areas. Lining faded to near yellow/white with only orig color in protected areas. Brass escutcheon plate in lid and brass keyhole facing still present. Left rear dovetailed wood corner is missing. Grips sound with no chipping, light wear and good color. 50405-1 JS (3,500-5,500) – Lot 4246

4247
$174,800.00

COLT MODEL 1883 U.S. NAVY GATLING GUN ON TRIPOD.

SN 488. Cal. 45-70. Fine Gatling with full shrouded 24″ 10-bbl cluster with SN and caliber on the right trunnion, “488 / CAL 45”. Trunnions are 1-1/2″ dia. and the threaded knurled cascabel about 2-1/2″ dia. The front raised area of the shroud, just over the trunnions and in front of the articulated feed base is engraved “U.S.N. / anchor / NO. 41 / WWK / 1889”. Inspector “WWK” (Lt. W. W. Kimball, USN). Rear part of the housing is engraved in 5″ x 2-1/2″ lozenge “GATLING GUN PATENTED / manufactured by / COLT’S PT. F.A. MFG CO / HARTFORD, CT. USA”. The feed base is for the brass Accles circular drum, which one is attached (for 104 rounds), inspected “DFC” (David F. Clark). This gun has an adjustable iron rear blade sight with brass collars engraved “R” and “L” to distinguish on which side of the rear cover either sight is to be positioned. The iron crank with brass handle is on the right side. Mounted on an orig cast brass yoke with a steel arc that is attached to brackets on the bottom of the shroud and passes through the yoke, which controls the elevation and depression of the bbls. The yoke is on a pintle which fits in a bronze socket which sits atop bronze tripod. Left trunnion is engraved “WT 209lbs”. Yoke is marked and inspected “5 / USN / anchor / WJK / 1889”. Bronze tripod is marked and inspected “MOUNT NO 2 / MARK II / ORD. DEP. W.N.Y. / 189 / anchor / C. ON / C.J.B.”. There is no indication in available research material how many of these Gatling guns were purchased by the Navy, but it is believed they are substantially more rare than those purchased by the Army. The Model 1883 was greatly improved over the Model 1877-1881 models that had seen field use by the British Army during the Zulu Wars and improvements were made including making all models with jacketed bbls, no longer having exposed bbls on any model. The breech bolts were made longer and sturdier and the firing rate was increased to about 800 rounds per minute with the side mounted crank. The crank could be removed and attached directly to the main shaft (by unscrewing cascabel) with now each crank firing a sequence of all 10 bbls so a cyclic rate as high as 1,500 rounds per minute could be obtained! CONDITION: Very fine overall. The brass shows a mixed light to medium patina with only a few nicks, dents and minor cosmetic blemishes. Engraved and stamped markings all discernible with light wear. Yoke has matching patina to gun and tripod has darker patina. Several brass parts have assembly numbers “8” or “9”. Gun has been well conserved and appears functional though 3 of the breech bolts are missing. The other 7 breech bolts are in varying conditions from fine to pitted with welded restoration, several inspected “DFC” , and one dated “1889”. The only discernible external restoration that we note is the cascabel and brass handle to crank, otherwise all external parts are orig and marked. All in all, this is a superior, orig, very fine Naval Gatling gun on a rare Naval bronze tripod. 50360-1 JS (175,000-250,000) – Lot 4247

4248
$11,500.00

EXTREMELY RARE AND FINE COLT BURGESS LEVER ACTION RIFLE WITH OCTAGON BARREL, FULL MAGAZINE, CASE COLORED RECEIVER, AND CRESCENT BUTT.

SN 326. Cal. 44 WCF. 25-1/2″ oct bbl. Full magazine. Case color receiver. Nicely figured American walnut stocks with crescent buttplate. Bbl shows 2-line Colt address rolled in front of rear-sight. Nickel silver knife blade front-sight, sporting rear-sight. Receiver has SN stamped on lower tang under lever with a small “K” inspector mark toward the rear. Rampant Colt logo is rolled on left side of receiver. No assembly nos. were observed. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 80% dull blue finish with some high point wear and scratches, and some plumb patina at muzzle. Magazine tube is a smooth plumb-brown patina overall with slight traces of blue in protected areas. Bbl mark is sharp. Bore is frosty with sharp rifling. Receiver retains a generous amount of case color finish on each side and on lower tang that is blending with a smooth silver-gray patina and a couple of stains on either side. Rampant Colt logo is sharp. Cal mark is sharp. Rear face of bolt shows considerable fire-blue finish. Hammer shows generous traces of case color finish with balance a smooth silver-gray patina. Lever is a silver-gray patina with traces of case color near hinge and some stains on right side. Trigger shows traces of fire-blue. Stocks are fine, full-sized, and retain nearly all of varnish finish with some light handling marks and scratches. Right side of forearm has “Burgess Crack” with no missing pieces. Buttplate is a silver-gray patina with some staining at heel and a few scratches. Forend cap is also a silver-gray patina with a hint of blue on right side. An opportunity to obtain an extremely rare Colt Burgess Lever Action rifle, one of only 3,810 made that is seldom seen in this condition. 50843-5 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 4248

4249
$6,612.50

SCARCE COLT BURGESS LEVER ACTION RIFLE.

SN 2841. Cal. 44 WCF. Standard grade rifle with 25-1/2″ oct bbl, full magazine, nickel silver front sight, Colt semi-buckhorn rear sight and Lyman combination tang sight. Left side of receiver has the Rampant Colt roll marking. Mounted with uncheckered, slab-sawed American walnut with straight stock and crescent buttplate with trap. Buttstock is not numbered however the buttplate has matching serial number. According to The Book of Colt Firearms, Wilson, there were 6,403 Burgess arms produced 1883-1885 of which only 3,810 were rifles. Although this rifle was a valid competitor to the Winchester 1873, Colt stopped production after only 21 months. Apparently reaching an agreement with Winchester wherein Colt would stop production of lever action rifles if Winchester refrained from manufacturing handguns. CONDITION: Very good to fine, all matching except buttstock, as noted, however there is no doubt that this stock is orig to this rifle. Bbl & magazine tube retain 65-70% thin orig brown finish and the receiver 30-40% orig blue; lever & hammer retain faded case colors. Wood is sound with a few light nicks & scratches and overall retains a smooth hand worn patina. Mechanics are crisp; strong bright bore with scattered light pitting. 50506-65 (7,000-10,000) – Lot 4249

4250
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*HISTORICALLY SIGNIFICANT COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER, ONCE THE PROPERTY OF NOTED WESTERN AUTHOR ZANE GREY.

SN 351971. Cal. 45LC. 5-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. Checkered 2-pc hard rubber grips with Colt medallions at top. Bbl shows 1-line Colt address on top and 45 Colt on left side. Front-sight is of the high fat type. Frame has correct 2-line patent mark on left side with rampant Colt logo to rear without a circle. SN matches on frame, trigger guard, backstrap, and inside of grips. Cyl has last 2 digits of SN stamped on rear face between 2 chambers. Loading gate has assembly no. “549” and on frame under grip. Hard rubber grips are checkered with rampant Colt medallion at top. Accompanying this lot is a notarized affidavit from noted arms Dealer Michael Ronald Zomber, in which he states that he purchased 3 firearms that were the property of Zane Grey, one of which was this Colt Single Action Army revolver that is listed by SN. Purchase was in July of 1974. Purchase was from Zane Grey’s son, Romer Zane Grey (10/1/1909 – 3/8/1976). Also included is a notarized letter to Mr. Zomber dated July 24, 1974 from Romer Zane Grey. In this letter Mr. Grey states that this exact revolver, noted by SN, was given to him by his father in 1929, possibly as a 20th birthday present. The revolver was manufactured in 1928. Mr. Grey also states that “this gun was with me constantly since it was given to me.” Pearl Zane Grey (1872-1939) was a dentist and author of a plethora of novels based on the western genre. His most famous book was “Riders of the Purple Sage”, written in 1912. 112 films and 2 television series were based on his novels. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Bbl shows 80% blue finish with holster wear on both sides. Bbl address is sharp. Front sight is full-sized. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Frame retains 20-30% case color, which is vivid in the gullets in front of frame, under loading gate, and along sides of hammer. Balance has turned a smooth silver-gray patina. Frame markings are sharp. Trigger guard retains 60-70% blue finish, turning a plumb patina on the forestrap. Screws are very good. Backstrap shows 20% blue finish, near the apron and on the butt, with the balance blending into a smooth plumb brown patina. Cyl retains 60% blue finish. Chambers are clean. Hammer shows 80% case color with a few scratch marks. Grips are fine with sharp checkering and clear medallion. SNs are clear on inside. This revolver shows holster wear but was very well cared for. An opportunity to obtain an historically significant Colt Singe Action Army revolver once owned by famous Author Pearl Zane Grey. 51023-1 TEP (55,000-75,000) C&R – Lot 4250

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4251
$40,250.00

*BEAUTIFUL AND EXTREMELY FINE WILBUR GLAHN FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER SHIPPED TO TUSCON, ARIZONA WITH UNIQUE CARVED “BUFFALO” MOTHER-OF-PEARL GRIPS.

SN 349148. Cal. 45. Colt Single Action Army with 5-1/2″ bbl, orig thick front sight & 1-line block letter address. Frame has rampant Colt without circle & 2-line patent dates. SN is marked properly on right side of front & back straps under grip. Fitted with beautiful pearl grips with a deep relief carved full body buffalo on right side not noted previously on any other Colt grip. Frame, cyl, bbl & backstrap have factory engraving by Colt master Wilbur A. Glahn, consisting of about 25% coverage of foliate arabesque patterns with punch dot background. Cyl has patterns between flutes and a wavy border near back edge. Top of backstrap has Glahn’s characteristic ‘V’ shaped design with an arabesque pattern in center of backstrap. It has another ‘V’ shaped design on bottom of heel with light patterns around trigger guard and front trigger guard screw. The accompanying Colt factory letter states that it was shipped from Colt to Albert Steinfeld & Co., Tucson, AZ on July 7, 1926, 5’1/2″ bbl, nickel and factory engraved, rubber grips. Engraving is listed as level “C” in the factory letter but this appears to be a transcription error on the part of the archivist as stated there is only about 25% coverage and should be level “A” engraving. Rubber grips stated in factory letter were subsequently changed to the pearl grips. Regardless, this is a magnificent gun with a stunning pair of carved mother-of-pearl grips. PROVENANCE: Ex-David Crocker Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Has been fired but very, very little. Retains virtually all of its orig factory nickel with some light edge wear and backstrap finish has worn through and exhibits a few spots of very fine pitting. There are also some spots of pitting under left grip. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore with a spot or two of light pitting. 50412-34 (40,000-80,000) – Lot 4251

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4252
$40,250.00

FINE PRIME ‘LOT 5’ CUSTER RANGE AINSWORTH INSPECTED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH HOLSTER, BELT AND CAP BOX.

SN 4884. Cal. 45 Colt. Usual configuration with 7-1/2″ bbl, full height front sight, 1-line script letter address and matching SN on the bottom under the ejector housing. Ejector housing is correct1st type with orig donut-shaped ejector rod head. Left side of frame has 2-line patent dates and “U.S.”. Mounted with 1-pc walnut grip that shows matching SN in backstrap channel. Left side of grip has cartouche “OWA” (Orvil W. Ainsworth). Tiny “A” inspector initials are found on bottom of bbl, trigger guard, backstrap, cyl and bottom left edge of grip. This revolver falls directly in the center of the serial range issued to the 7th Cavalry Regiment under Custer January 28, 1874. On June 25, 1876, Custer and five companies of the 7th Cavalry and three white scouts were annihilated at The Battle of the Little Big Horn by the combined forces of several tribes of Indians. There were at least 632 Single Action Revolvers carried into that battle, of which about 252 to 280 were lost on the battlefield that day. There were 212 Cavalrymen and three civilians killed with Custer, all of whom were carrying Colt revolvers. Of the 632 Colt revolvers carried into the battle that day, a total of 302 were reported lost during the battle. Kopec and Fenn, pg 259,Colt & Artillery Revolvers…A Continuing Study, 1994, states that about 600 of the 755 orig 7th cavalry issues came from “lot 5”. SNs known with Little Bighorn or 7th cavalry issues are 4507, 4553, 4597, 4729, 4949, 4955, 5100, 5128, 5133, 5147, 5153, 5180 and 5416. In a letter from John Kopec accompanying this pistol, “Another significant reference example #4878 (just 6 numbers away) is listed in the archives records as being “turned-in” by the Indian “Fools-Bean” on September 5, 1876. There is no question that the subject revolver #4884 is well within the group of revolvers which could have been associated with the famous Custer battle.” The fact that this revolver has remained in near orig configuration attests to the almost certainty that it was captured by the Indians at the Custer fight. Had it remained with the 7th cavalry, or any active cavalry unit it would have been recalled in 1895 or the early 20th century and would have been converted too artillery configuration with its bbl cut to 5-1/2″. Since that did not happen there are really only two possible explanations: 1). It was captured at the Little Big Horn by the victorious Indians or , 2). It was stolen by an active duty trooper. The vast majority, about 600, of 7th Cavalry Colts were issued from lot 5 which includes this revolver. This is a fine “as found” example exhibiting perfect mechanics, crisp bore and fine belt, holster and Civil War cap box converted to Indian War’s cartridge pouch. CONDITION: Very good to fine, all matching including bbl, cyl & grip. Bbl and ejector housing retain strong traces of bright blue finish in sheltered areas with light pitting in crescent on bbl around end of ejector housing. Frame retains small areas of dark case colors in sheltered areas with the balance a dark silver grey patina with staining and fine pitting on left recoil shield. Hammer retains 60-70% faded case colors. Trigger guard and backstrap are a mottled silver brown patina with traces of bright blue in protected areas. Cylinder is matching patina with tiny traces of blue. Grip is sound and solid with tiny chips to inside toes, hand worn patina with moderate edge wear. Hammer is not solid in safety notch otherwise mechanics are fine. Strong bright bore with scattered fine pitting. 51016-1 JS (40,000-60,000) – Lot 4252

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4253
$0.00

*MINTY WILBUR GLAHN FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH TEXAS HISTORY SHIPPED TO WOLF & KLAR, FORT WORTH, TEXAS WITH GOLD MOUNTED CARVED IVORY GRIPS.

SN 353118. Cal. 45. Nickel finish with 4-3/4″ bbl, full thick front sight, 2-line address and “COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY 45” on left side. Left side of frame has 2-line, 3-patent dates and rampant Colt in a circle. Mounted with spectacular 2-pc ivory grips with a raised carved ox head on right side. Revolver is engraved by master engraver Wilbur Glahn in his deluxe full coverage flowing foliate arabesque patterns with extremely fine punch dot background. Top of back strap, top of back strap ears & corresponding area of frame are engraved in Mr. Glahn’s trademark “V” patterns. Back strap is full coverage engraved in tulip patterns with acanthus leaf patterns on butt strap & foliate arabesque patterns on trigger guard. Foliate arabesque patterns extend 3/4 of the way up each side of bbl with a snake & dash pattern in ejector rod housing gullet and foliate arabesque patterns on outer radius. Ejector rod housing boss on frame is engraved with a large flower blossom. Cyl has full coverage foliate arabesque pattern engraving around the outer diameter, strikingly offset by the bright nickel flutes. SN was observed in the usual place on bottom of frame and on right sides of front & back straps under grip. Last two digits of SN are found on rear face of cylinder. Accompanied by a Colt factory letter fully identifying this revolver, as found, in caliber 45 Colt, 4-3/4″ bbl, nickel finish, rubber stocks, factory engraved in Class “C” coverage, shipped to “Loan Account” Wolf & Klar, Fort Worth, TX on July 15, 1929 to Account #16671/1 in a 1-gun shipment. Under remarks section it states that “This revolver was purchased by Wolf & Klar on Jan. 16, 1931.” The first time this gun came to auction and sold at a California auction house in 2006, revolver was described as showing “beautiful raised relief carved medallion ivory grips with Wolf & Klar accents to the carving consisting of gold steerhorns, nose ring and ruby eyes inset in the right grip; large gold medallions which appear to be “TD” on the left grip. Wolf & Klar were one of the bigger dealers in Colt firearms at this period of time, and this pistol was loaned as a display piece by Colt. The quality of the engraving is excellent and is one of the finest examples of Wilbur Glahn’s work. The initials on the left grip purportedly belong to a Texas oilman who was a regular customer of Wolf & Klar and purchased very ornate Colts and S&Ws of which several are known to old-time collectors. This pistol recently surfaced in Arizona in the hands of an elderly gentleman whose father obtained it in a trade for a horse, along with its fancy tooled S.D. Myers, El Paso marked holster in the 1930’s. One of the best unknown Single Actions to surface in a decade”. Since this gun was sent to Wolf & Klar’s on account in 1929, gold mounted carved grips appear orig from this date and similar are seen on several other special guns in the Wilbur Glahn era. See SN 341995, pgs 564-565 of The Colt Engraving Book – Volume One, R. L. Wilson. Also, of note, is SN 353113, only five SNs different from this gun is also a grade “C” Wilbur Glahn revolver shipped in 1930 with carved ivory steer head grips. This is indeed a stunning Single Action. PROVENANCE: Ex-David Crocker Estate Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine, all matching including cylinder, grips are unnumbered. Has been fired, but very little and retains virtually all of its fine orig factory nickel with possible re-polishing and touch-up on front & back straps which is not detectable. “Elephant ivory” grips are also extremely fine, fit well with good patina. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. 50412-32 (40,000-80,000) IVORY – Lot 4253

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4254
$43,125.00

*EXCEPTIONAL GLAHN FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT SAA REVOLVER WITH DEEPLY CHECKERED CARVED STEER-HEAD IVORY GRIPS SHIPPED TO PORTLAND, OREGON.

SN 348846. Cal. 38-40. 5-1/2″ bbl. Blue finish. 2-pc ivory grips with carved steer-head motif on left side and Colt medallions in upper corner. This revolver was manufactured in 1926 and was engraved by Wilbur Glahn in a scroll and floral motif. Bbl engraving borders the address on both sides. Ejector rod housing has scroll work on the outer edge with a walking line in the gullet. Ejector rod head is engraved with a star motif. Engraving shows a fine line background. Frame engraving is nearly full coverage with chevrons on the recoil shield and the loading gate. Frame engraving extends down from the frame into the rear portion of both trigger guard flats, which is indicative of Glahn’s work. Top strap has a leafy scroll accent at front and rear. Frame in front of cyl also is engraved. Gullets in front of cyl remain un-engraved. Front face of frame shows a cactus motif. Frame engraving shows a fine punch dot background. Backstrap apron also shows a chevron motif bordered on either side by scroll engraving. Bottom of backstrap shows a scroll and floral motif. Butt shows a rather unique chevron motif. Bottom of trigger guard is scrolled engraved, as is the front of the trigger guard behind SN. Cyl is scroll engraved between the flutes with a walking line around the rear periphery. Cyl engraving also has a fine line background. Bbl shows proper 1-line address on top with cal mark on left side. Proper fat front-sight. Frame shows proper 2-line patent mark on forward left side. Rampant Colt logo without a circle to the rear. SN matches on frame, trigger guard and backstrap. Rear face of cyl has the last 2 digits of the SN stamped on the web between 2 chambers. Assembly no. “563” is stamped on right rear of frame under grip and on rear face of loading gate. Hammer has correct coarse knurling with a border. Grips are carved in the factory style with 3 relief holes drilled in rear behind each medallion. Checkering appears to have been done at a later date. Factory letter states above described: Shipped May 27, 1926 to Honeyman Hardware Co, Portland, OR. Single gun in shipment, 38/40, 5-1/2″, blue, ivory, factory engraved, Colt factory order 10983/1. Checkering on stocks appears of subsequent time after factory. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 98% blue finish, with only slight muzzle wear. Ejector rod housing also retains 98% blue finish, again with only slight holster wear at the front end. Engraving and markings are sharp and clear. Frame retains 80-90% of orig case color finish, which is vivid in the protected areas of the top-strap, gullets in front of cyl and under the loading gate. Engraving and all markings are sharp and clear. Backstrap retains about 80% bright-blue finish, that has drifted somewhat to a plumb patina, with a few very light scratches that were made when the grips were checkered. Trigger guard retains 80% bright-blue finish with most of the wear on the fore-strap, which is turning somewhat plumb color. There are also some small scratches on the fore-strap that were made when the grips were checkered. Engraving on backstrap and trigger guard is sharp and crisp. Cyl shows 90% blue finish with blueberry color in the flutes. There is a slight drag-mark and a few light scratches overall. Bore is frosty with sharp rifling. Cyl chambers are dark. Hammer shows generous traces of case color, with some scratching on left side. Trigger shows generous traces of fire-blue. Frame screws retain nearly all of blue finish. Hammer screw is slightly marred. Grips straps screws also contain nearly all of blue finish. Rear trigger guard screws and butt screw are slightly marred. Grips are fine and appear to be a Colt product, but are definitely not orig to this gun. A very fine example of a Colt factory engraved Single action army revolver, mastered engraved by Wilbur Glahn in 1926, that would be a welcome addition to any collection of factory engraved Colts. 50999-1 (35,000-45,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 4254

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4255
$0.00

EXTRAORDINARY COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY CAVALRY REVOLVER U.S. ISSUE.

SN 131728. Cal. 45 LC. 7-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. 1-pc walnut grip. Bbl shows correct 1-line address on top with “RAC/P” stamped on bottom in front of cyl pin. There is a “K” inspector mark at ejector rod stud. Frame shows a 3-line patent mark on forward left side with US to the rear. SNs match on frame, trigger guard, backstrap, bbl, and cyl. Last 4-digits of SN are written in ink in backstrap channel of grip. Frame has “RAC” stamp above SN. Cyl shows “RAC” and “P” on periphery. Trigger guard has “K” proof in front of bow. Backstrap has “K” proof behind SN. Grip has “SEB” cartouche on left side with “1890” over cartouche. Right side of grip shows “RAC” cartouche. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 90% bright-blue finish with visible feather marks around front-sight and ejector rod stud. Blue has flaked slightly on right side of bbl address toward the breech where it has turned a plumb-brown patina. All bbl marks are sharp. Front-sight is full-sized, ejector rod housing shows 90% blue with front edge wear. Frame retains 90% of the slightly faded case color that is vivid under loading gate and in gullets in front of cyl. Frame markings are sharp. Frame screws show considerable blue. Hammer retains 90% case color on both sides front and rear. Trigger shows considerable blue. Trigger guard shows 95% blue. Slightly faded on forestrap. Backstrap shows 90% blue with some light scratches down back side and on butt. Cyl shows 80% blue finish that has flaked somewhat, has high edge wear, and a slight drag-mark. Cyl flutes show strong blueberry color. Cyl markings are sharp. Grip is fine with nearly all the oil finish, sharp cartouches, and a few small handling marks. There are 2 small dents on the right side of butt. A wonderfully preserved example of a Colt Single Action Cavalry revolver shipped in 1890. 51033-50 TEP (30,000-45,000) – Lot 4255

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4256
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*BEAUTIFUL AND EXTREMELY FINE WILBUR GLAHN FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH CARVED “STEER HEAD” MOTHER-OF-PEARL GRIPS SHIPPED TO FORT WORTH, TEXAS.

SN 349801. Cal. 45. Colt Single Action Army with 5-1/2″ bbl, orig thick front sight and 1-line block letter address. Frame has rampant Colt without circle & 2-line patent dates. SN is marked properly on right side of front & back straps under grip. Fitted with beautiful pearl grips with relief carved steer head with ruby eyes on right side. Frame, cyl, bbl and backstrap have factory engraving by Colt master Wilbur A. Glahn, consisting of about 50% coverage of foliate arabesque patterns with punch dot background. Cyl has patterns between flutes and a wavy border near back edge. Top of backstrap has Glahn’s characteristic ‘V’ shaped design with an arabesque pattern in center of backstrap. It has arabesque design on bottom of heel with light patterns around trigger guard and front trigger guard screw. According to accompanying Colt factory letter, gun shipped January 12, 1927, Order No. 12291/1, sgl gun shipment to Wolf & Klar, Ft. Worth, TX, factory engraved, nickel, 5-1/2″ in 45 Cal. Letter also states shipped with rubber grips, no doubt the deluxe mother-of-pearls are Wolf & Klar products as seen on other Single Actions they sold. Nearly identical examples of Glahns level “B” engraving such as this can be seen on pgs 571-574 of The Colt Engraving Book – Volume Two, R. L. Wilson. This is a magnificent gun with a stunning pair of carved mother-of-pearl grips. CONDITION: Extremely fine to extremely fine, retaining virtually all of its orig nickel, with reductions around edges of backstrap with pitting on those edges. Light holster wear on left side of muzzle. Grips fit well, however there is a 8″ sliver at right inside toe that is missing and has been polished smooth. Mechanically gun functions well with crisp, clean bore. 50412-33 JS (30,000-50,000) – Lot 4256

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4257
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*EXTREMELY FINE CUNO HELFRICHT FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH CARVED MEXICAN EAGLE PEARL GRIPS OF PIONEER TEXAS FAMILY.

SN 333587. Cal. 45 Colt. Nickel finish with 4-3/4″ bbl, full front sight and 2-line address with caliber marking on left side. Left side of frame has 2-line 3-patent dates and rampant Colt. Mounted with fine 2-pc pearl grips with a large relief carved Mexican eagle on left side. The heel of left grip is chipped with a solid gold well fit apparently contemporary restoration. SN was observed in three places on bottom of revolver with last four digits on rear face of cylinder. Revolver is classically engraved by Cuno Helfricht with about 40% coverage foliate arabesque patterns with punch dot background. A nearly identically engraved single action is pictured on p. 300 of Colt Engraving, Wilson. Top of back strap, left recoil shield & loading gate are engraved with light sunbursts. Left side of bbl boss on frame & ejector rod housing boss are engraved with hunter stars. Top strap is engraved with snake & dot patterns and the top gullet of ejector rod housing is engraved in a snake pattern. Cyl is engraved with light arabesque patterns on the lands between the flutes and has a light snake pattern around rear edge. Accompanied by a Colt factory letter identifying this revolver as found in 45 Colt with 4-3/4″ bbl, nickel finish, pearl stocks and factory engraved, shipped to Stauffer, Eshleman & Co., New Orleans, LA, c/o: A.J. Anderson Co., Fort Worth, TX on Aug. 17, 1916 in a 2-gun shipment. Of note, the second gun in this shipment, SN 333530, was sold on these floors as Lot 1289, October 29, 1996 and equally in extremely fine condition. Also accompanied by a copy of a hand written note from previous owner stating that this revolver has never been offered for sale publicly or privately until the previous owner purchased it from the family of the person who had purchased it new. He states that the revolver was initially purchased by a Mr. Atkinson who worked for the railroad in Waco, TX and bequeathed it to his daughter of Gatesville, TX. Her husband’s name was Thomas R. McClellan who was a U.S. Navy Rear Admiral with a long Texas history dating back to Coryell County, TX to at least 1864. A bit of genealogy from this family shows that John Bingham Atkinston obtained his law degree from the University of Texas in 1911. He was later Attorney for McLellan County from 1912 to at least 1916 when this gun was made. Is it possible that this was a wedding gift to County Attorney who would no doubt be prosecuting some dangerous types? A few years later,he became an inspector for the IGNR Railroad in Waco, TX. Atkinson, who was outlived by his father-in-law John Scott Paul, also worked for the Texas & Pacific Railroad at the time this gun was made. The McClellan family were well known in the era of this pistol. James Rufus McClellan, known as “Rufe” was District Attorney and Judge responsible for prosecutions including one of the 1914 murder trial of Texas hit man and psychopath Felix Jones. The jury was initially deadlocked and he was released and on the street in 1916 when this gun was purchased. Jones was not nailed on another murder case until 1918. Once newspaper account concerning Felix Jones states “would have killed his mother for a dime”. In 1920, McClellan became a District Judge with a tough reputation of upholding the law. At one point he ordered the destruction of $200 worth of booze during Prohibition that would hardly endear him to the local populace. As a judge, he presided over murder trials including the 1922 trial of a drill master at a local reform school with essentially running a kid to death. This District Attorney and Judge needed protection. PROVENANCE: Atkinson/McClellan Family of Waco and Gatesville, Texas. CONDITION: Very fine to extremely fine, all matching except 2-pc grips which are numbered internally (#354) and appear to be Colt, though probably were added by the owner in Texas as grips lack the medallion seen on factory guns of this date. Grips do fit quite well and the gold restoration to one toe is extremely well executed and unique. Overall retains about 95-96% strong orig nickel finish with light holster wear on left side of bbl and left edge of muzzle with some light wear on front sight, otherwise shows little evidence of having been fired. It will not hold at half-cock and safety notch missing. Bright shiny well defined bore. 50412-39 (30,000-50,000) – Lot 4257

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4258
$57,500.00

*MINTY FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER BY CUNO HELFRICHT.

SN 335562. Cal 45. Nickle with 4-3/4″ bbl, full thick front sight and 2-line block letter address. Left side of frame is marked with 2-line, 3-patent dates and rampant Colt. Mounted with factory 2-pc smooth mother-of-pearl grips that have silver Colt medallions. Revolver is among the last of Colt master engraver Cuno A. Helfricht’s personal work, note the refinement of the scroll toward the end of his career. There are numerous examples of virtually identical Helfricht engraving pictured in many texts. Two noted examples are found on pgs 443 & 448 (SNs 3331877 & 333764) in The Colt Engraving Book Volume One, R. L. Wilson. Accompanied by Colt factory letter, showing shipped in 45 Cal with 4-3/4″ bbl, nickle finish with pearl stocks, factory engraved and that it was shipped to Stauffer, Eshleman & Co. of New Orleans, LA on, April 11, 1917 in a 4-gun shipment. The two guns pictured in Wilson cited above with virtually identical “Grade B engraving” were also shipped to same company in New Orleans. SN was observed on frame, trigger guard, backstrap and internally on pearl stocks. Rear face of cyl has last 4-digits of SN. This gun no doubt is among the last guns personally engraved by Cuno Helfricht in his shop. CONDITION: Extremely fine, all matching. Overall retains virtually all of its crisp orig factory finish with only a few small, thin areas of dark, pinprick pitting and staining on cyl and right face of frame unaffecting the overall aesthetics of an otherwise almost new gun. Gun shows no evidence of ever having been fired. Grips are crisp with fine translucence and “fiery” color. Mechanically, gun is perfect with crisp shiny bore. 50412-38 JS (30,000-50,000) – Lot 4258

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4259
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EXTREMELY FINE JOHN BUTLER INSPECTED COLT CAVALRY SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

SN 119977. Cal. 45. Blue and color case hardened, usual configuration with 7-1/2″ barrel with full front sight showing clear feathering around the front sight and ejector rod housing stud and 1-line block letter address on top of barrel.. Left side of frame has 3-line patent dates and large “U.S” stamp. The 5 digit serial number is stamped on the bottom of the back strap, trigger guard and frame and with the last 4 digits of the Serial Number stamped on the cylinder and barrel of the gun. The revolver is mounted with a 1-pc walnut grip that has last 4 digits of matching SN in back strap channel. This revolver displays the unmarred “JGB” initials on its left grip panel under the year date “1887.” Captain Butler was the only inspector whose initials were not encircled within a cartouche. Right side of the grip bears the “DFC” (David F. Clark) sub-inspector cartouche. Bottom left edge of grip, bottom of barrel, bottom of the frame and cylinder also stamped with the “DFC” sub-inspector initials. Base pin is the original type with dimpled ends. This revolver was part of the 11th contract which was signed Nov. 4, 1886 and completed in Feb. and March 1887. This revolver falls in the listed serial range for the John G. Butler series #119047 through #121238, as listed in Colt Cavalry and Artillery Revolvers, A Continuing Study, Kopec & Fenn. The revolvers of this era were still being issued to active front line cavalry units and frequently saw hard service under adverse conditions, and are rarely found today with high origin finish. CONDITION: Extremely fine overall with all matching serial numbers with all the proper inspector’s marks. 93-95% original blue finish on barrel just starting to age, ejector rod housing shows 87-90% original blue finish with some loses on high points, cylinder shows 85-90% original blue finish starting to age to a pleasant blue/plumb color, loses at high points, bright blue in flutes, chambers retain much of their original blue as does cylinder face, slight index line between cylinder stops. Frame retains about 90% muted rainbow case colors starting to age and tone. Back strap and trigger guard retain 70% original blue finish starting to patina to a plum color. Stocks are sound and well fit with sharp “JGB” initials on its left grip panel under the year date “1887,” and sharp cartouche on the right grip panel, moderate edge wear, small cosmetic blemishes and retaining most of its original oil finish. All screw heads are clean showing most of the bright (nitre) blue finish Excellent crisp action with bright shiny bore. 50672-2 (27,500-37,500) – Lot 4259

4260
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*RARE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY SHERIFF’S MODEL WITH TEXAS HISTORY.

SN 305412. Cal 45. This fine Colt Single Action Army has factory letter stating its rare configuration as Sheriff’s Model. Shipped September 28, 1910 to H. L. Dyer (address not listed), though sold to Hibbard, Spencer Bartlett Co, Chicago. Cal is listed as 45 with 4″ bbl, blue finish. H. L. Dyer was a hardware dealer in Richmond, Ft. Bend County, TX. Gun appears fine and “as found”. All orig with matching SNs found on frame, trigger guard and backstrap. Last 4 digits of SN are also found inside each of the orig hard rubber Colt medallion grips. This is a rare found fine example of a Colt Single Action Sheriff’s Model with factory letter. PROVENANCE: Ex-Bruce Bartlett. CONDITION: Fine overall. Bbl and cyl retain 40-50% thinning bright blue finish. Backstrap and trigger guard retain about 20% thinning blue finish. Traces of case color are found on frame and hammer, thought mostly grey with pinprick pitting on right side. Grips are in fine matching condition, well fit with left side losing some of its color to a dark olive/brown. Mechanically gun functions well with crisp bright bore and cyl chambers which still retain blue finish. 50412-31 JS (25,000-50,000) – Lot 4260

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4261
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VERY FINE HENRY NETTLETON INSPECTED COLT CAVALRY SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

SN 48264. Cal. 45 Colt. Usual configuration with 7-1/2″ barrel with full front sight that still show the proper military polish (feathering) around the front sight and ejector rod housing stud with all matching serial numbers with all proper inspector marks. Mr. Nettleton’s initials “HN,” appear on frame, trigger guard, back strap, left side of hammer, cylinder and bottom of barrel. Barrel has a 1 line block letter address on top, the last 4 digits of serial number stamped on the bottom of barrel under the ejector rod housing. Frame has 3-line patent dates with a small “US” on left side panel. The revolver is mounted with oil finished, 1-pc walnut grip having a crisp “JEG” (Capt. John E. Greer) cartouche and the date “1878” on the left side, with the “HN” (Henry Nettleton) cartouche on the right side and with last four digits of Serial Number in the back strap channel of the grip. Cylinder has the last 4 digits of the Serial Number stamped on it. Ejector housing is second type with bull’s-eye ejector rod head and base pin is the original with dimpled ends. The Nettleton inspected revolvers are one of the smaller and most desirable production runs, there having been only 3,000 pieces inspected by him in the period May through August 1878. Reference: Cavalry & Artillery Revolvers A Continuing Study, Kopec & Fenn. Nettleton inspected cavalry models found with much original finish are rare as they were almost exclusively issued to Frontier Cavalry units during the Indian Wars and saw continued & rough service on the frontier most were subsequently recalled & converted to artillery configuration. This revolver is accompanied by an authentication letter from Mr. John Kopec, on which he states: “Upon our examination of this revolver and in comparison with our “control” example #48728, we find that this revolver remains totally correct. All stampings including the barrel address remain in perfect condition.” PROVENANCE: Accompanied by John Kopec Letter of Authenticity December 10, 2012. CONDITION: A very fine unfired example. Overall this revolver retains virtually all of its original factory finish, but, as Mr. Kopec’s letter also states: “Unfortunately, this exceptional revolver has sustained surface scratches throughout. This damage probably occurred because of being cleaned with an abrasive substance.” The barrel and ejector rod housing retain 95% original blue which is thinning evenly but remains strong showing clear feathering around the front sight and ejector rod housing stud. The trigger guard and back strap retain 85% evenly thinning original blue finish and showing clear feathering on either side of the trigger guard bow. Cylinder retains 90% original thinning blue finish showing a slight index line between cylinder stops; the cylinder chambers and bore retain most of the blue with strong blue in the flutes. The frame retains some of its original case-hardened rainbow color finish with light scratches evident from cleaning with an abrasive substance and showing an overall “brassy” color patina where cleaned, showing bright case rainbow colors in the front gullets and on 25% of the frame’s side panels. All screw heads remain clean retaining 75% of their bright (nitre) blue finish. The one piece walnut grip remains in excellent plus condition with crisp cartouche and date with nearly all of its original oil finish remaining. Mechanics are crisp with bright shiny bore. 50672-1 (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4261

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4262
$0.00

*RARE, HISTORIC, AND POSSIBLY ONE OF A KIND DOCUMENTED COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER. FULL NICKEL FINISH, PEARL GRIPS, ORDERED BY TEXAS RANGER CAPTAIN H. M. JOHNSTON AND SHIPPED TO THE STATE OF TEXAS.

SN 337288. Cal. 45 LC. 4-3/4″ bbl. Full nickel finish. 2-pc Colt Mother of Pearl grips. Bbl shows standard 2-line address with cal mark on left side. High profile front-sight. “1” is stamped on bottom of bbl under base pin. Frame has 2-line patent mark on left side with rampant Colt logo to rear. SN matches on frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. Last 4-digits of SN is stamped on rear-face of cyl. Assembly no. “261” is stamped on rear-face of loading gate and on right rear of frame under grips. 2-pc Pearl grips with Colt escutcheons and a blue screw. Frame screws are nickel plated. Nickel plated hammer and trigger. Base pin is also nickel plated. This revolver is accompanied by a ream of paperwork documenting this historic Single Action Colt revolver. A Colt factory letter showing cal, bbl length, finish, and grips. Showing shipment to State of Texas on February 15, 1919 in a one-gun shipment. From the Texas State Library and Archives, there is a letter dated January 10, 1919 to Colt Firearms from H.M. Johnston Quarter Master Ranger Force, ordering this revolver. A Colt Firearms Company Acknowledgement of the Order, dated January 15, 1919 to Captain Johnston, saying that they will ship the revolver “as soon as possible.” An invoice from Colt to the State of Texas dated February 18, 1919 for this revolver with a balance due of $26.93. A letter from Captain Johnston dated April 3, 1919 acknowledging payment of the invoice, the previous Colt invoice also notes this payment from a citizen bank account. Also included is a 4-pg handwritten letter from noted Colt Single Action Firearms expert and author, Ron Graham, describing this revolver by SN. In which he states, “this revolver is the ONLY Colt Single Action Army revolver known to have been Colt factory shipped directly to the State of Texas, Adjacent General’s Department, Austin, Texas.” Graham also mentions that Johnston was a Texas Ranger Captain. Ron Graham’s letter finishes with the sentence “nothing else need be said or written.” Over his signature. A once in a lifetime opportunity to purchase a Colt Single Action revolver with special finish and grips ordered by, shipped to, and paid for by a Captain of Texas Rangers in a period of history when the Ranger Force was very active on the border during Prohibition, in interdictions “Teguilleros” running liqueur across the border into Texas. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl retains 80% orig nickel finish with some light pitting and holster wear on left side and some flaking on left muzzle. Front-sight is full-sized and has flaking on right side. Bbl marks are sharp and crisp. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Frame retains 90% nickel finish with some slight pitting on left re-coil shield and light scratching overall. Frame markings are sharp. Screws are very good. Trigger guard retains 90% nickel finish with a sharp SN and light scratching. Screws are good. Backstrap retains 90% nickel finish with some flaking at heel and light scratching at butt. SN is sharp. Cyl shows 50% nickel finish with some flaking and a drag-mark at rear. Chambers are dark. Face of cyl is stained. SN is sharp. Cyl base pin is slightly battered. 51061-1 TEP (20,000-30,000) C&R – Lot 4262

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4263
$17,825.00

COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER IN ENGLISH CASE.

SN 18520. Cal. 45 BOXER. 7-1/2″ bbl. Full nickle finish with blue screws. 1-pc varnish walnut grip. Bbl shows 1-line Hartford script address with cross finials. Last 4-digits of SN are stamped at breech end under ejector rod. Ejector rod housing is of the first type, with a donut shaped head on rod, a locating stud on the housing, and no removal slot for rod. Bbl has no bolster and has a rnd slot for the locating stud on housing. Frame shows a correct 2-line patent stamp on the forward left side. “45CAL” over “B” is stamped on left rear flat of trigger guard. SNs match on frame, trigger guard, backstrap, bbl, cyl, and grip. Assembly no. “442” is stamped on bottom of frame under trigger guard, and on back face of loading gate. Hammer has correct long coarse knurling. Small British proof marks appear on bottom of bbl and over each chamber of cyl. Case is made of oak in the English style, with a screwed on lid that has a rnd medallion inlaid. Case is lined in green felt with what appears to be an orig Colt label on the inside of lid. Case has a cartridge block for 31 cartridges. Case also contains a cleaning rod, combination tool, and oil bottle. Accompanying this approx 26 Eley cartridges and a tin Eley .450 Cal cartridge box of approx 50 rounds. Former collection of noted SAA collector Richard Atkinson. This exact gun is pictured on pg 19 of the 1976 edition of A Study of the Colt Single Action Army Revolver by Graham, Kopec, and Moore. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 95% bright nickel finish with a small spot of erosion on the top near the end of the ejector rod housing, and a few small flakes along the right side. Front sight is full-sized with some dark stains on either side. Very slight muzzle wear. Ejector rod housing retains nearly all the orig nickel finish. Frame retains 95% of orig nickle finish, with some erosion in front of cyl. Patent mark is sharp. Backstrap retains 98% of orig nickle finish, as does the trigger guard, with only some slight speckling. Cyl retains 90% of orig nickle finish, with some losses at front face and rear periphery. There is one small 1/4″ size area of light pitting on rear periphery. SN is sharp. Proofs are sharp. Hammer and trigger retain nearly all the orig nickel finish, with some scratches on both sides of hammer. Frame screws show considerable fire-blue, as do the grip strap screws. Cyl base pin is of the correct type and also shows considerable blue, as does the cyl base pin screw. Ejector rod screw retains nearly all the fire-blue finish. Cal mark on trigger guard is sharp. Grip retains nearly all of orig varnish finish, with only a few small handling marks and some high point wear on bottom of sides. Case is in very good condition, with no breaks, and an age crack on the bottom. Felt lining is intact with some damage near the front-sight. This is an opportunity to obtain a very fine early Colt single action revolver with early features, manufactured in 1875 with many of the early features. 50470-3 TEP (15,000-25,000) – Lot 4263

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4264
$0.00

COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY FLAT TOP TARGET MODEL REVOLVER.

SN 162899. Cal. 32 WCF. 7-1/2″ bbl. Full blue finish. 2-pc checkered hard rubber grips with Colt medallion. Bbl shows 1-line Colt address on top with cal mark on left side. Front-sight is a brass blade type. Frame is of the flat top variety, with rear-sight in mortise adjustable for windage. Front of frame on left side shows 2-line patent address with rampant Colt logo in a circle to rear. SN matches on frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. Last 4-digits of SN is scratched on inside of each grip. Assembly no. “38” is stamped on inside face of loading gate and on frame under trigger guard. Cyl is not marked. Accompanyied by a Colt Factory Letter confirming the features of this revolver and showing shipment on October 25, 1909 to R.H. Shayer, address unlisted. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl shows a professionally restored blue finish, with sharp address and cal mark. Bbl shows only slight muzzle wear and a few light scratches. Ejector rod housing also shows 95% blue finish with slight high point wear at muzzle end. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Frame shows 80% dark blue finish with sharp markings. Some small stains on top strap and left outer re-coil shield and loading gate. There are few tiny scratches on right side. Trigger guard and backstrap show 70-80% blue finish, turning plumb-gray on the outside surface of trigger guard bow and on front and forestrap. All SN marks are sharp. Hammer retains 70-80% orig case color with sharp knurling. Cyl shows 90% blue finish with a slight drag-mark and some staining on front face. Chambers are dark. Grips are fine with sharp checkering and no losses. One of only 925 single action flat top target revolvers manufactured. This revolver was shipped in 1909. Fourteen years after it was manufactured. 51033-56 TEP (15,000-25,000) – Lot 4264

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4265
$0.00

COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH VON OPPEN TRADEMARK STAMPED ON RIGHT SIDE OF TRIGGER GUARD.

SN 15304. Cal. 45 ELEY SHORT. 5-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. 1-pc walnut grip. Top of bbl shows correct script Colt address with broken O-die. Left rear of bbl shows 2 small British proof marks. Last 4 digits of SN stamped under ejector rod housing at breech. “C” inspector mark behind ejector rod stud socket. “S” inspector mark between socket and screw hold. Ejector rod housing is of the first type with locating stud and no exit provision for the rod. Frame shows correct 2-line patent mark on forward left side. SN matches on frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. Last 4-digits of SN appears on bbl, cyl, and are written in ink in backstrap channel of grip. Assembly no. “25” is stamped on rear face of loading gate and on bottom of frame under trigger guard. Left side of trigger guard is stamped “45” over “B”. Cyl shows small British proofs around rear periphery. Right side of trigger guard shows the trademark stamped of Barron Fredrick Von Oppen, who was Colt’s London agent. Accompanying this revolver is a Colt Factory Letter showing cal and blue finish. Bbl lengths and grips are not listed, and showing shipment to Colt’s London Agency on November 5, 1874 in a shipment of 100 guns. Also included is a letter stating that this revolver was purchased from well-known collector/dealer Ron Dean. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 50% bright blue finish with the balance having flaked to a smooth plumb-brown patina with some light scratches. Markings are sharp. Front sight is full-sized. Bore is frosty with sharp rifling. Ejector rod housing retains 70% blue finish with most of wear on outer edge toward muzzle. Donut ejector rod head shows wear on outer edge. Frame retains 90% of vivid case color finish that is somewhat thin on top-strap, left recoil shield, and loading gate. Frame screws retain nearly all of their fire-blue finish. Frame markings are sharp. Trigger guard retains 90% blue-finish that is slightly worn on outer edge of trigger guard and forestrap. Some scratching around front screw. Markings are sharp. Backstrap retains 80% bright-blue that has faded down backstrap and at heel of butt. Hammer shows vivid case color on both sides and rear face with some slight scratch marks on sides of hammer. Trigger shows bright blue on both sides. Grip screws retain a generous amount of blue finish. Cyl retains 30-40% blue that has flaked to a blue-gray patina. Flutes have a strong blueberry color. Cyl has a slight drag-mark. Markings are sharp. Chambers are good. Cyl base pin retains nearly all of blue-finish and is not marred. Base pin screw also retains nearly all of blue. Grip shows almost all of orig varnish finish with a few dents and scratches particularly on right heel, and some high point wear. Grip fits perfectly. A chance to purchase a very fine example of a Colt Single Action Army revolver with early features and a genuine Von Oppen trademark. 51033-58 TEP (15,000-20,000) – Lot 4265

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4266
$16,100.00

COLT MODEL 1872 OPEN TOP REVOLVER IN A CONTEMPORARY BELT AND HOLSTER RIG MADE FOR THIS TYPE OF REVOLVER.

SN 2599. Cal. 44RF. 7-1/2″ bbl. Full nickel finish with case colored hammer, blue trigger and 1-pc walnut grip. Nickel screws. Revolver shows a 1-line bbl address on top, with an integral rear sight at breech end. Rifling in bbl is of the correct gain twist rifling. Breech end of bbl is stamped “S” over an “8”. It is also stamped “CC”. Wedge is unmarked. Ejector rod has correct donut head. SN matches on frame, bbl, trigger guard, backstrap, and is written in ink in the channel of grip. The last 3-digits of the SN appear on cyl. Assembly no. 50 is struck on arbor, rear face of loading gate, and on bottom of frame under trigger guard. Frame shows correct 2-line patent mark on forward left side. Frame is otherwise unmarked. Cyl is roll-dyed with the Naval engagement scene. Rear face of cyl has “H” inspector mark stamped between two chambers. Revolver is accompanied by a wonderful form fit “Slim-Jim” holster, with a flap made specifically for this revolver. Incredibly the matching belt is also included, making a complete rig. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 80% of the somewhat dull nickle finish, with slight muzzle wear, sharp address, and very good bore. All markings are sharp. Bbl lug shows some small dents and scratches around the wedge. Frame retains 90% plus nickel finish that is somewhat frosty. Frame markings are sharp and crisp. Backstrap also retains nearly all of orig nickel finish, with some slight speckling. SN is sharp. Trigger guard retains 90% plus nickel finish, that has turned frosty on the fore strap. Cyl retains 40-50% of orig nickel finish, that has also turned somewhat frosty. Cyl shows a light drag mark. Cyl scene is nearly complete with only some slight wear. Engaged 16 May 1843 is very sharp. There is some dark staining of the front face of cyl and a few small dents on a small portion of front edge. Grip is fine with nearly all of orig varnish finish remaining. Grip has some small handling marks and dents, and high point wear on bottom edge. SN is very clear. Screws retain nearly all of their orig nickel finish. Hammer retains 90% orig case color. Spur of hammer is slightly battered at rear, knurling is sharp. Firing pin retains nearly all of orig fire-blue finish. Trigger shows generous traces of orig fire-blue finish. Holster is a black patent leather finish with crazing overall and high point wear. Seam is intact. Belt strap is intact. Belt shows a considerable amount of black patent finish. Buckle shows nearly all of the Japaned black finish. Stitching is intact. Belt sports a hidden billet. A wonderfully preserved example of a Colt Model 1872 open top revolver in an orig contemporary belt and holster rig, which is seldom seen in this condition. This model revolver saw heavy service in the Old West in the early 1870’s before the widespread distribution of the Colt Model 1873 Single Action Army revolver. The winning bidder of this lot will be very fortunate to have such a fine example. 51001-1 TEP (12,500-17,500) – Lot 4266

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4267
$15,525.00

*FIRST GENERATION COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER ENGRAVED AND GOLD INLAID BY MASTER ENGRAVERS TIM GEORGE AND DAVID PERDUE.

SN 272934. Cal. 45 LC. 5-1/2″ bbl. Full blue finish. 2-pc Mother of Pearl grips. Bbl is scroll engraved at breech-end on either side of bbl address. There is also scroll engraving on either side of muzzle. There is one thick and one thin gold band on each end of bbl. Dbl bands are also seen on each end of ejector rod housing with scroll accents at breech-end. Frame is nicely scroll engraved on flats on each side of hammer, front of frame, around bbl, on each side of recoil shield and on front and rear of top strap. Frame engraving has a gold line border overall. Left recoil shield has an Indian’s head inlaid in gold that is a facsimile of the Indian head nickel. Hammer, trigger, and bolt screws have engraving accents. Trigger guard is engraved on each rear flat with a gold border. Trigger guard bow is engraved on outer edge. Apron of backstrap behind hammer has a bison inlaid in gold. Bison has scroll accents. Heel of backstrap and butt also have scroll accents. Cyl is scroll engraved between flutes with scroll accent around rear periphery. There are also 2 gold bands, one small and one large, inlaid around rear of cyl. 2-pc pearl grips are unmarked. Top of bbl shows standard 1-line Colt address. Left side of bbl shows cal mark. Ejector rod housing under base pin screw shows “ODE-TG” which is the signature of the engraver. SNs match on frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. Cyl is not numbered. Accompanying this revolver is a letter from Tim George, certified Colt master engraver, from Altavista, Virginia, stating “that Dick Clark sent him this Colt in the late 1980’s for a complete exhibition engraving job.” “ODE-TG” stands for Old Dominion Engravers – Tim George. Included with this gun is 1-pair of simulated pearl grips with ebony backing and 1-pair of Colt second generation hard rubber grips with eagle motif. CONDITION: Very fine, as refinished after engraving. Bbl markings are sharp. Bbl shows a few small dents behind the front-sight. Front-sight has been slightly trimmed. There is also a scratch at breech end of bbl on left side. Otherwise bbl and ejector rod housing retain 98% blue finish. Frame also retains almost all of blue finish, as do trigger guard, backstrap, and cyl. Cyl is slightly rough on front and rear face. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Chambers are frosty. Hammer shows blue finish on top and rear with polished sides. Knurling is sharp. A very fine beautifully engraved, gold inlaid First Generation Colt Single Action Army Revolver that would be very costly to duplicate. 51033-57 TEP (10,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 4267

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4268
$13,800.00

*RARE “WELLS FARGO” COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER IN VERY FINE CONDITION.

SN 309067. Cal. 45. Blue and case colored. 4-3/4″ bbl with 2-line address and “45 COLT” on left side. Left side of frame has 2-line patent dates and rampant COLT logo in circle. 2-pc hard rubber COLT logo grips. “W. F. & Co” stamped on bottom of buttstrap. Wells Fargo bought lots of arms over the years and rarely do you find them in such fine condition retaining strong orig finish such as this example. Factory letter states this gun was shipped April 16, 1909 to Wells Fargo & Co., W. M. Ashton, NYC with 4-3/4″ bbl, 45 Cal., blue finish, stocks not listed. However, stocks are orig to this gun with matching last 4 digits of SN found internally on each. Wells Fargo arms typically saw very hard use and this among the finest Wells Fargo marked Single Actions we are aware. PROVENANCE: Ex-Robert Huckenberry Collection. CONDITION: Fine to very fine overall, all matching; complete and orig. Bbl, ejector housing and cyl retain 50-60% orig thinning bright blue finish. Frame retains much of its orig muted case colors with a balance silver/grey. Trigger guard, backstrap and trigger retain much of their orig bright blue, especially in protected areas. There is pitting and loss of finish on left edge of muzzle and ejector catch. Mechanically gun functions well with crisp bright bore and cyl chambers. 50412-68 JS (10,000-20,000) – Lot 4268

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4269
$9,487.50

*EXTREMELY FINE COLT “FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER” SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH CARVED IVORY BUFFALO AND EAGLE GRIPS.

SN 191551. Cal. 44, Blue & case colored, 7-1/2″ bbl, standard front sight & roll-marked on left side “COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER”. Left side of frame has 2-line patent dates with a rampant Colt in a circle. Mounted with beautiful custom carved ivory 1-pc grips with a flying eagle on the right panel and a bison head on the left, made in 1899 retaining most of its original finish at height of cowboy era. PROVENANCE: Ex-Michael Ward Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine-Extremely fine overall. Bbl & ejector rod housing retain 80-90% glossy orig blue with muzzle edge wear and a few spots of fine pitting on left side. Frame retains 80-90% orig case colors. Frame screws retain most of their glossy orig fire blue. Hammer retains 80-970% faded case colors. Cyl retains about 90% orig blue, thinning at the edges, strong & bright in flutes. Backstrap has a mostly a blue/gray patina with strong blue at top and on buttstrap. Front strap is a blue/gray patina with glossy orig blue on trigger bow and thinning around trigger guard. “Certifiable antique elephant ivory” grips are sound and fit well. Mechanics are fine, crisp shiny bore with a few scattered spots of light pitting 50412-36 JS (10,000-20,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 4269

4270
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*EXTREMELY FINE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

SN 316046. Cal. 38 WCF (38-40). Blue and color case hardened with 4-3/4″ bbl, full front sight, 2-line address with “38 W.C.F.” on left side. Left side frame has 2-line 3-patent dates and Rampant Colt in circle. Mounted with 2-pc Rampant Colt hard rubber grips that have last 4 digits of SN scratched inside each grip. Accompanied by a Colt Factory letter identifying revolver as: .38/40 cal, 4-3/4″ bbl, blue finish, shipped to Witte Hardware Company, St. Louis MO on January 10, 1911, with 2 guns in this shipment. PROVENANCE: Ex-Tony Smith; Ex-Robert Howard Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very fine to extremely fine, all matching except cyl which is unnumbered but undoubtedly orig to revolver. Bbl and ejector rod housing retain about 96% glossy orig blue with only slight muzzle edge wear. Frame and hammer retain virtually all of their lightly faded orig case colors with staining on left side of frame, thin on top strap. Cylinder retains about 95% orig blue with light drag line. Grips are sound with light diamond point wear. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. 50412-27 (7,500-12,500) – Lot 4270

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4271
$8,625.00

RARE AND EXTREMELY FINE SPRINGFIELD ARMORY MODIFIED 5-1/2″ SINGLE ACTION ARMY ARTILLERY REVOLVER CIRCA 1885, NORTH CAROLINA MILITIA.

SN 116650. Cal. 45. An all Matching Serial Number gun, rack marked “46” on top of back strap of pistol. This exact revolver is pictured on the book “Colt Cavalry and Artillery Revolvers” by Kopec and Fenn page 147 where it is illustrated and discussed as being one of the 400 revolvers requested by Alfred M. Scales, governor of North Carolina on November 24, 1886, a copy of his original request letter is illustrated on page146 of said book. Mr. Kopec lists 3 revolvers with 2-digit rack numbers engraved on top of the back straps from the contract as requested by North Carolina’s Governor in 1884 and 1886. This gun SN 116650 made in 1881 shows the 5 digit serial number stamped on the bottom of the back strap, trigger guard and frame; with the last 4 digits of the Serial Number stamped on the cylinder and barrel of the gun indicating that it was configured into an artillery model at the Springfield Armory. Additionally, the last 4 of the Serial Number are also inked inside the back strap channel of the grips. The inspection stamp “DFC” (David F. Clark) appears on barrel, cylinder and frame on the gun and a “RAC” (Reginald A. Carr) appear on the left grip panel butt. 5-1/2″ blue barrel and case color frame, single line address, full front sight is the correct sight showing the correct feathering around sight, left side of frame has a 3-line patent dates with large “US” stamped on it. Stocks have no discernible inspector’s cartouche, but crisp sub-inspector “RAC” initials on butt. A large “46” rack number is engraved on top of the back strap. This is a rare Springfield Armory variation of the artillery series of Single Action Army’s. PROVENANCE: Ex. Robert Hoelscher Collection. CONDITION: Very fine to extra fine as arsenal refinished. “P” inspection marks are all crisp. The cylinder shows 95% bright arsenal blue with slight index line between cylinder stops; barrel and ejector housing also retain 95% bright arsenal blue, back strap and trigger guard retain over 90%, hammer retains strong traces of case colors and the frame shows 30% case hardening drifting to silver grey patina with some good colorful rainbow hues where protected. Stocks are sound and solid with nominal wear, especially on edges with several shallow dents near frame, hand worn patina. Mechanically crisp with bright shiny bore. 50672-3 (7,500-12,500) – Lot 4271

4272
$7,475.00

*EXTREMELY FINE COLT “FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER” SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH CARVED STEER HEAD IVORY GRIPS.

SN 354771. Cal. 44. Blue and case color, 4-3/4″ bbl with 2-line address and “COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER .44-40” on left side. Frame stamped with 2-line 3 patents with rampant Colt logo. Fitted with pair of carved ivory Colt medallion grips with carved steer head. Gun has seen little use and retains virtually all of its orig finish. Based on SN, this gun was made in 1932. PROVENANCE: Ex-Bruce Bartlett. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus, appears all matching and orig. Gun retains virtually all of its orig blue with very minor losses and light drag line on cyl. Case colors are virtually all present though slightly muted. Grips fit fairly well with good ivory patina. 50412-25 JS (7,500-12,500) IVORY – Lot 4272

4273
$8,050.00

*MINTY PRE-WWII COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH TEXAS HISTORY.

SN 337150. Cal. 45. Blue and color case hardened with 4-3/4″ bbl, full thick front sight and 2-line address with caliber marking on left side. Left side of frame has 2-line 3-patent dates with rampant Colt. SN was observed in the usual three places on bottom of revolver. Mounted with rampant Colt hard rubber grips with the last four digits of the matching SN scratched inside each grip. Accompanied by a copy of a Colt Factory Letter identifying this revolver in cal 45 Colt with 4-3/4″ bbl, blue finish, type of stock not listed, shipped to Momsen, Dunnigan, Ryan Co, El Paso, TX on April 15, 1918 in a 10-gun shipment. PROVENANCE: Walter Hoffman (1994); Ex-Robert Howard Estate Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine, all matching including grips except cyl which is unnumbered. Bbl & ejector housing retain most of their glossy orig Colt blue with only light muzzle edge wear and thinning of the blue at the tip of the ejector housing. Frame & hammer retain virtually all of their orig factory case colors, lightly faded. Cyl retains about 95% strong orig Colt blue. Grip frame retains dark orig blue with thinning on front & back straps. Right grip has a small chipped toe, otherwise grips are sound showing light diamond point wear. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. 50412-26 (7,500-12,500) – Lot 4273

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4274
$13,225.00

*MINTY COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER.

SN 246102. Cal 44. Blue and case colors, 5-1/2″ bbl with 1-line address stamped on left side “COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER”. Frame has 3 patents in 2-lines on left side of frame with Colt logo in circle, Colt medallion hard rubber grips. Gun appears unfired and retains virtually all of its orig finish. Based on SN this gun was made in 1903. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus. Gun retains virtually all of its orig bright blue finish and case colors with just minor cosmetic defects and light drag line on cyl. Gun appears all matching, complete and orig, with especially nice hard rubber grips with Colt logos. Mechanically gun functions well with crisp bright bore. 50412-28 JS (7,500-12,500) – Lot 4274

4275
$8,625.00
Revised: 10/5/2016

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*MINTY 1ST GENERATION COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER IN RARE RUSSIAN AND S & W 44 CAL.

SN 352313. Cal. 44 S & W. Blue and case colored with 5-1/2″ bbl, orig thick front sight with narrow sight groove. Bbl has 1-line block letter address with “RUSSIAN AND / S & W SPECIAL 44” on left side. Left side of frame has 2-line patent dates with rampant Colt without circle. Mounted with rampant Colt hard rubber grips numbered to this revolver. Right side of trigger guard & back strap, under grip, are marked with SN. Last two digits of serial number are on rear face of cylinder between two chambers. Colt factory letter states gun shipped July 9, 1931, 44 S & W, blue finish to Murta, Appleton Co., Philadelphia, PA, 1 gun in shipment. PROVENANCE: Ex-Woody Frye Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine, all matching including grips. Overall retains about 98% strong orig factory finish with bright blue and moderately faded case colors. Case colors are bright & strong in sheltered areas. Grips show very light diamond point wear. May have been fired but if so very little. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. 50412-29 (7,500-12,500) – Lot 4275

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4276
$7,475.00

*EXTREMELY FINE COLT “FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER” SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH FACTORY IVORY GRIPS.

SN 353727. Cal. 44. Nickel finish with 4-3/4″ bbl, full front sight, 2-line address and roll marked on left side “COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER .44-40”. Left side of frame has 2-line 3-patent dates with Rampant Colt. SN was observed on bottom of frame and right side of front and backstraps under grip. Mounted with smooth 2-pc silver medallion ivory grips, matching numbered in pencil on the inside. Based on SN, this revolver was made in 1929. PROVENANCE: Ex-Tony Smith 1995; Ex-Robert Howard Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine, all matching including “elephant ivory” grips. Overall retains virtually all crisp orig nickel finish. Has seen little use, though face of the cyl cleaned. Grips are sound with a few age lines and retains a fine golden ivory patina. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. 50412-30 JS (7,500-12,500) IVORY – Lot 4276

4277
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*EXTREMELY FINE COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY WITH IVORY GRIPS.

SN 352218. Cal. 38. 5-1/2″ bbl with single line address “COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY .38 SPECIAL” on left side. Frame is marked on left side with 2-line patents with rampant Colt. Matching SNs found on frame, backstrap and trigger guard. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Gun shows little use with light muzzle wear on left side. Retains virtually all of its orig blue on bbl and ejector housing. Cyl retains 98% blue with drag line and edge wear. Trigger guard and backstrap retain 97% blue with wear on backstrap. Frame, hammer and trigger retain most of their case colors with recoil shields a silver/grey. 2-pc custom, smooth “elephant ivory” grips appear orig from time of use of gun, though not factory manufactured and a slimmer cut, ivory patina with craquelure on butt. Mechanically fine with crisp shiny bore. 50412-35 JS (7,500-12,500) IVORY – Lot 4277

4278
$9,200.00

*FINE COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH CARVED AMERICAN EAGLE GRIPS SHIPPED TO EL PASO,TEXAS.

SN 328219. Cal. 44. Blue and case color with 4-3/4″ bbl, full front sight and 2-line address with “COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER 44-40″ roll marked on left side. Left side of frame has 2-line 3-patent dates & rampant Colt. Mounted with 2-pc, Colt medallion, ivory grips with a stooping eagle & American shield on right side. Accompanied by a copy of Colt factory letter which identifies this revolver in cal. 44-40 with 4-3/4” bbl, blue finish, type of stocks not listed & shipped to Krakauer, Zork & Moye, El Paso, TX on Feb. 13, 1913 in a 10-gun shipment. Given the destination of the shipment of El Paso, TX, it is almost certain that this revolver would have been sold to a local rancher or cowboy, law enforcement officer or possibly into Mexico. Most of the Texas shipped firearms during cowboy era saw hard use and are usually found without any orig finish. Given the circumstances of their use, especially those that went to Mexico, it is rare to find an El Paso sold SAA with any orig finish and this is a beautiful example retaining virtually all its orig finish, especially fine patriotic American eagle and shield carved into ivory grips. PROVENANCE: Ex-Tommy Rholes Estate Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 90-92% glossy orig blue with only some holster wear on left side of muzzle & some slight thinning on left side; ejector housing retains 85-88% strong original blue with wear only on the outer radius; frame & hammer retains virtually all of their case colors, bright in the most sheltered areas, moderately faded elsewhere; cylinder retains 50-60% original blue with loss areas flaked to a medium patina; trigger guard and back strap retain 85-90% original blue, strong and bright in sheltered areas, thinning on the front and back straps with wear at the heel & toe. “Certifiable antique elephant ivory” grips have several hairline cracks and there is about 1/4″ round carved plug on eagle’s wing which appears orig to carving of grips with an internal putty repair to screw escutcheon opposite this plug. The carved eagle grip has lighter patina than smooth grip, but both appear orig and well fit to time of use. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. 50412-41 JS (7,500-12,500) IVORY – Lot 4278

4279
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*FIRST GENERATION COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

SN 346923. Cal. 45 Colt. Nickel finish with 4-3/4″ bbl, full front sight & 2-line address with Cal. marking on left side. Left side of frame has 2-line 3-patent dates and Rampant Colt without circle. SN is found on the frame and right sides of the front and backstraps under the grip. Rear face of cyl is marked with last 2 digits of matching SN. Mounted with Colt Silver Medallion factory 2-pc, smooth ivory grips. Accompanied by a Colt factory letter which identifies this revolver in Cal. 45 Colt with 4-3/4″ bbl, nickel finish, ivory grips and sold to Costephens Hardware Co., shipped to Simmons Hardware Co, St. Louis, MO on Sept 24, 1925, factory order #10422/1 in a 1-gun shipment. Many of the sidearms of this era saw very hard use especially in the Western part of the United States and are rarely found today with high orig finish. PROVENANCE: Ex-Brad Shepard Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine to extremely fine, all matching including cyl, grips are unnumbered. Overall retains 97-98% strong orig nickel with only very light holster wear on left side of muzzle and tip of ejector tube. Grips have a few age lines and a large chip/piece missing from left grip bottom, otherwise are sound with a wonderful, mellow ivory patina. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. 50902-1 (7,000-10,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 4279

4280
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*COLT MODEL 1895 NEW ARMY DOUBLE ACTION REVOLVER WITH WELLS FARGO & COMPANY MARK STAMPED ON THE BUTT.

SN 266433. Cal. 38COLT. 4-1/2″ bbl. Blue finish. Checkered walnut grips with Colt medallions. Top of bbl shows correct 3-line address on top with model and cal mark on left side. Assembly no. “1697” is stamped on inside of frame opposite crane on inside of crane and on outside of cyl latch. SN is stamped in 2-lines on toe of butt. Correct “W.F. & Co.” mark is stamped to the right of SN on butt. Rampant Colt logo in a circle is stamped on left side of frame above grip. This revolver was manufactured in 1906. CONDITION: Very good, for a revolver of this type. Bbl has a gray brown finish overall, with traces of blue at the breech end and around front-sight. Front-sight has been slightly dressed. Bbl markings are sharp and clear. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Frame is also a plumb-brown patina overall, with strong traces of blue in protected areas. Colt logo is sharp. Assembly nos. are sharp. Cyl is a gray-brown patina overall, with traces of blue in flutes. Back of hammer shows traces of fire-blue, as does the trigger. Grips are from a later vintage Colt revolver, and are in good condition with sharp checkering and only some small dents on lower right side. SN is sharp. W.F. & Co. mark is also sharp. Butt is slightly battered over both SN and roll die mark. Wells Fargo & Company purchased many revolvers from Colt over a period of years including this model. The revolvers were rolldie marked with this logo on butt at the factory. Revolvers of this type are increasingly scarce and hard to fine. This gives the collector of Express Company items the opportunity to purchase an example of one of these desirable revolvers. 50412-69 TEP (5,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 4280

4281
$5,175.00

*COLT FRONTIER SIX SHOOTER SINGLE ACTION ARMY WITH IVORY GRIPS IN FINE LLANO, TEXAS HOLSTER.

SN 185003. Cal. 44. Standard 4-3/4″ Single Action Army with 2-line address retaining much orig blue on bbl and cyl. Displayed in very fine “MEXICAN JOCK STRAP” tooled holster maker marked “H A HOLTZER / LLANO, TEX”. This particular gun was made in 1899 and displays well with early 20th Century Texas holster. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. All matching numbers on frame, trigger guard and backstrap. Bbl and cyl unserialized. bbl and cyl retain 30-40% blue finish. Backstrap and trigger guard have traces of blue. There is a small braised repair to left side of frame. Bbl has been reamed out to almost smooth bore with just traces of orig rifling. Gun is mechanically fine. Orig Colt “certifiable antique ivory” are poorly fit and have partial SN of a different gun so grips were a later addition. Holster is fine overall retaining most of its orig finish with some crazing and scuffing on edges and high spots. 50412-99 JS (4,000-6,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 4281

4282
$7,475.00

COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH FULL NICKLE FINISH AND HARD RUBBER “EAGLE” TWO PIECE HARD RUBBER GRIPS.

SN 124837. Cal. 41LC. 4-3/4″ bbl. Nickel finish with blue screws and cyl base pin. Bbl shows correct 2-line address on top and 41CAL on bottom under the cyl base pin. Ejector rod housing was not removed. Housing fits perfectly. Frame shows the correct 3-line patent mark on the forward left side. Forward left trigger guard bow is stamped “41CAL”. SN matches on frame, trigger guard and backstrap. Cyl has a small “S” stamped on the rear face between the chambers, and is otherwise unmarked. Right grip is marked in pencil on bottom with the last 4-digits of SN. Left grip is not marked. CONDITION: Fine to very fine. Bbl retains 90% plus, of the somewhat dulling nickle finish, with slight muzzle wear and a few small scratches overall. Some very light cleaning marks are evident. Front sight is full-sized. Bbl markings are sharp and clear. Bbl index mark is perfectly aligned. Bore is somewhat frosty with sharp rifling. Frame retains 90% orig nickel finish with some evidence of light cleaning at the rear. Patent mark is sharp and crisp. Loading gate shows some wear on outer edge. Backstrap shows 80% orig nickel finish that is thinning on the apron, and along the right side. SN mark is sharp and clear. Trigger guard retains 80% plus orig nickel finish with sharp and clear SN mark and cal mark. Trigger guard also shows evidence of some light cleaning. Hammer retains nearly all orig nickel finish, with scratch marks on both sides. Frame screws retain a considerable amount of their fire-blue finish. As do the trigger guard and backstrap screws. Bolt screw is slightly marred, as are backstrap screws on either side of hammer. Trigger retains nearly all orig nickel finish. Cyl retains 80-90% orig nickel finish, with some erosion on face, a slight drag-mark and some evidence of light cleaning. Cyl base pin and screw retain considerable fire-blue finish. Base pin screw is slightly marred. Hard rubber grips are fine with sharp checkering, clear Colt logo, and very crisp eagle motifs. Grip screw has a silver-gray patina. An opportunity to purchase a very fine Colt single action army revolver, manufactured in 1887 with a very desirable finish and grip combination. 50611-1 TEP (4,000-7,000) – Lot 4282

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4283
$3,450.00

*COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER VERY LATE FIRST GENERATION.

SN 357,846. Cal. 38SPCL. 5-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. 2-pc stag-horn grips. This revolver is one of the last pre-war single actions manufactured. The highest number being 357859. Bbl shows 1-line address on top with model and cal mark on left side. Frame shows 2-line patent address on left side with rampant Colt logo at rear without a circle. SN matches on frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. Cyl is un-numbered and shows a rampant Colt logo on rear face. Grips are unmarked. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl retains 90-95%+ bright blue finish that has just started toning with minute muzzle wear and a few tiny stains. Bbl address and model mark are sharp. Front-sight is a blade sight. Bore with sharp rifling. Frame retains 95% plus orig case color finish, with most of wear on re-coil shield and loading gate. Vivid color in protected areas. Frame markings are sharp. Trigger guard and backstrap retain 95%+ blue finish that has slightly faded with some minor staining. Markings are sharp. Hammer shows bright-blue on front and rear face, sides shows some scratching and staining. Trigger retains nearly all of its orig blue. Cyl shows 95% plus orig blue, with some high point wear and a couple of scratches between bolt stops. Marking is clear. Chambers are dirty. Stag grips are very good with nice figure and no missing pieces. All screws are very good. An opportunity for a collector to obtain an example of one of the last Colt single actions manufactured before World War II. 50531-4 (4,000-6,000) C&R – Lot 4283

4284
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COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER FROM THE RIMFIRE SERIES.

SN 778. Cal. 44 RF. 7-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. 1-pc walnut grip. Bbl shows correct 1-line bold address with a small “44” stamped under cyl pin. Bbl has correct equal land, equal groove rifling with left hand twist. Frame has correct 2-line address on forward left side. SN matches on frame, trigger guard, backstrap, bbl, and cyl. Ejector rod head is of the correct donut type. Hammer slot has been widened and re-welded and shows remnants of a “G” inspector mark. Hammer is a replacement. Firing pin has been replaced. Hammer was originally center fire type. Frame screws are replacements. Loading gate shows assembly no. “253”. Revolver was not further disassembled. Backstrap is of the correct type with a sweep at the heel. Trigger guard shows no cal mark. Cyl is of the correct type with rim-fire cannelures that have been slightly bored out. Trigger guard and backstrap screws are replacements. Cyl base pin and screw are replacements. Accompanied b y a Colt Factory Letter confirming cal 44 RF, blue finish, shipped to Schuyler, Hartley & Graham on March 14, 1876. CONDITION: Good, in general. This is an example of an orig Colt rimfire revolver that at one time was converted to a center-fire and at a later date, reconverted back to rimfire. Revolver has a re-blue finish overall. Bbl markings are sharp. Bore is frosty with strong rifling. Frame has been blued overall and shows some minor pitting. Backstrap and trigger guard were also re-blued and show some roughness, especially around the straps. As previously noted, hammer has been converted with a new firing pin. Cyl is of the correct type and shows polishing and re-blue overall. Grip is not numbered and is slightly under-sized all around. Hammer does not stay on half-cock. A good representative example of a very rare Colt Single Action revolver, one of approx 1,900 produced. 51033-4 (8,000-15,000) – Lot 4284

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4285
$3,450.00

COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER CAVALRY ISSUE AINSWORTH INSPECTOR.

SN 13938. Cal. 45 LC. 7-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish with 1-pc American walnut grip. Bbl shows 1-line script address with SN stamped under ejector rod housing. “C” inspector mark behind ejector rod socket. “P” proof at breech-end an “A” proof is 2-1/2″ in front. Frame has 2-line patent mark on left side followed by U.S. SN matches on frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. Last 4-digits of SN appear on bbl and cyl. Grips were not removed. Frame, trigger guard, apron of backstrap, and cyl all shows an “A” proof-mark. Left grip shows a trace of a cartouche. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl ejector rod housing and rod are replacements. All marks are re-struck. Front-sight is trimmed. Rifling is not the proper type. Bbl shows a smooth gray-brown age patina, with some dents and scratches and muzzle wear. Frame, trigger guards, and backstrap show an aged gray-brown patina with some rounded edges. Loading gate does not fit. Cyl is a gray-brown patina. SN shows filing marks. Cyl is of the proper type, with square bolt stops and a flat front face. Hammer and trigger are also a gray-brown patina. Hammer has correct checkering. Grip appears orig and fits well. Grip is missing 2 chips out of toe on either side. A representative example of an Ainsworth Colt with restoration. 51079-3 TEP (3,000-5,000) – Lot 4285

4286
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COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH 2-PIECE EAGLE GRIPS.

SN 176668. Cal. 45 LC. 4-3/4″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. 2-pc checkered hard rubber grips with Colt medallions and American Eagle motif. Bbl shows 1-line Colt address on top with a thick front-sight. Right side of bbl shows model and cal mark. Frame shows 2-line patent date on forward side with rampant Colt logo in a circle to rear. SNs match on frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. Cyl has rampant Colt logo stamped on rear face. Hammer has polished sides. Trigger is of a fat profile. Grips are marked “Colt’s HTFD. Conn.”. CONDITION: Fine, as totally refinished and rebuilt. Bbl, cyl, trigger, base pin, screws, and grips are post World War II Colt manufacture. Bbl shows 95% blue finish with sharp marks. Frame shows 95% case color finish. Trigger guard and backstrap show 95% blue finish with some small scratches. Cyl shows 90% blue finish with a few small scratches. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Hammer has coarse knurling with a line border, with blue top and rear, polished sides. Grips are fine with sharp checkering and clear motifes. A nice antique Colt Single Action Army revolver that was rebuilt after World War II using factory parts. 51033-49 (5,000-8,000) – Lot 4286

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4287
$6,325.00

*COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY BISLEY FLAT TOP TARGET MODEL REVOLVER.

SN 298645. Cal. 32 WCF. 7-1/2″ bbl. Full blue finish. 2-pc checkered hard rubber grips. Top of bbl shows correct 1-line address on top with model and cal mark on left side. Front-sight is a German silver blade. Frame is of the flat top variety, with rear-sight mounted in a mortise. Frame shows 2-line patent date on left side with rampant Colt logo in circle. SN matches on frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. Cyl is not numbered. Assembly no. “708” is stamped on rear-face of loading gate and on frame under trigger-guard. Grips have “8645” scratched on inside. Front left bow of trigger guard shows VP proof, rear left bow shows assembly no. “6”. Accompanied by a Colt Factory letter confirming target model, cal, and finish with grips not listed. Revolver was sold to S.A. Johnson & Co., address unknown. Shipped to John Pritzlaff Hardware Company, Milwaukee, Wisconsin on April 8, 1908. CONDITION: Very good. Bbl retains 20% blue finish, drifting to a somewhat rough plumb-brown patina. Left side of bbl in front of model mark to muzzle is worn to a bright metal color. Bbl markings are sharp. Front-sight is a replacement. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Ejector rod housing shows considerable blue in the gullets, with the outside surface being a smooth silver gray patina. Frame retains 20% blue finish drifting to a silver-gray patina overall, with some strong color in protected areas. Markings are sharp. Rear-sight shows a considerable amount of fire-blue. Trigger guard is a silver-gray patina overall with traces of blue around trigger-guard. Backstrap is also a silver-gray patina with traces of blue near hammer. Cyl shows traces of blue especially in flutes, with balance being a silver-gray patina with some stains. Cyl shows a distinct drag-mark. Chambers show some slight erosion. Hammer shows traces of case color on right side with balance a silver-gray patina. Checkering is sharp. Sides of trigger shows traces of blue. A very good example of a Colt Bisley Flat Top Target revolver with a very good bore. 51033-61 (5,000-10,000) C&R – Lot 4287

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4288
$0.00

*COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY BISLEY REVOLVER.

SN 218760. Cal. 38 WCF. 5-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. Bbl shows 1-line Colt address with model and cal mark on left side. Front-sight has a high fat profile. Frame shows 2-line patent address on left side with rampant Colt logo to rear. Hammer slot shows “2 over W”. SN matches on frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. Loading gate shows assembly no. “436” on rear face. Revolver was not further disassembled. Left rear bow of trigger-guard shows an “&”. Inside of trigger-guard and backstrap shows “620B”. Backstrap and forestrap have been finely checkered. Front face of cyl also shows “620B”. Grips are not marked. This revolver is accompanied by a Colt Factory Letter confirming cal, bbl, and finish. Showing shipment to Blish, Mize, & Silliman Hardware Company, Atchison, Kansas on December 7, 1901. CONDITION: Fine, as totally refinished by Colt. Bbl has 95% of factory re-blue finish with sharp markings and slight muzzle wear. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Frame shows 80% formaldehyde case color finish that is vivid in the gullets in front of cyl and under loading gate. Frame screws show nearly all blue finish. Trigger-guard and backstrap show nearly all of the factory re-blue finish with sharp markings and sharp checkering. Hammer shows vivid color on right side, left side is somewhat scratched. Top of hammer is silver-gray with traces of case color and sharp checkering. Rear-sight slot has been enlarged to a V-shape. Trigger retains nearly all of blue finish. Cyl retains 90% blue finish with high point wear, a slight drag-mark, and some roughness on front face. Chambers are good. A very attractive Colt Bisley revolver that was refinished at the Colt Factory between World War I and World War II. 51033-59 (8,000-15,000) C&R – Lot 4288

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4289
$25,875.00

*FABULOUS, EXTRAORDINARILY RARE, TEXAS SHIPPED, FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT NEW FRONTIER BY MASTER ENGRAVER LEONARD FRANCOLINI WITH EXTENSIVE GOLD INLAYS AND NUMEROUS GOLD WILDLIFE SCENES WITH FACTORY IVORY GRIPS WITH INLAID GOLD MEDALLIONS, IN COLT FACTORY PRESENTATION CASE.

SN 04136NF. Cal. 45LC. 7-1/2″ barrel. Very early 3rd Generation. Full blue finish with Factory Ivory Grips with gold inlaid medallions and multiple Factory Gold Inlays. Revolver was so extensively engraved at the Colt Factory by Master Engraver Leonard Francolini that this revolver comes with an extremely rare 2-Page Colt Factory Archive Letter in order to fit all of the engraving and gun specification details of this spectacular Colt into one letter. Top of bbl is scroll engraved on both sides of address, both sides of front-sight, and muzzle. Gold line accents are present throughout engraving. Top of bbl is inlaid in gold with a golden coiled rattlesnake. Bbl markings are inlaid in gold. The bbl is further embellished with dbl inlaid gold bands at muzzle and breech of bbl, extending down to ejector tube. Frame is flawlessly engraved on re-coil shield and forward portion in a beautiful scroll style. Frame is inlaid in gold on left side with a golden black bear, and on the right side with a pair of Tule elk. Backstrap and trigger guard are scroll engraved. A gold inlaid border impressively highlights the frame, trigger guard, and backstrap. Top strap is scrolled engraved with leaf accents on both sides of rear-sight. Cyl is scroll engraved with gold accents and borders, and dbl gold bands on rear periphery of cyl. Bbl shows standard 1-line Colt address on top, with model and cal mark on left side. SN is stamped on forward bottom of frame. 2-line patent address along left side of frame. Revolver is fit with beautiful factory ivory grips with gold Colt medallions Revolver was shipped to Houston Texas in a factory presentation case on June 29, 1979. This Spectacular Colt was Factory Engraved near the very end of Master Engraver Leonard Francolini’s time at the Colt Factory and is one of Francolini’s last works as a “Colt Factory Engraver”. On page 217 of Don Wilkerson’s famed book on Post-War SAA’s he states that only 16 Colt New Frontier Models were “Master Engraved”, while the 16 revolvers are not broken out by the specific engraver’s name, this masterpiece by Leonard Francolini is certainly among the finest made by Colt and possibly the only example in this fabulous configuration with profuse gold inlays and factory ivory grips. PROVENANCE: The Vince Sepulveda Collection, Colt Factory Archive Letter. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: As New. This is a beautiful and unbelievably rare gold and game scene Colt Factory Master Engraved revolver by Leonard Francolini during his time as a Colt Factory Engraver. Un-fired in a wonderful Colt Factory presentation case. 50872-10 (14,500-22,500) C&R; IVORY – Lot 4289

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4290
$11,500.00

*SPECTACULAR , EXCEEDINGLY RARE, FACTORY ENGRAVED BY DENNIS KIES, COLT NEW FRONTIER SECOND GENERATION SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH WALNUT GRIPS AS PICTURED IN VARIOUS DON WILKERSON BOOKS.

SN 5766NF. Cal. 45LC. 5-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. Factory walnut grips with inlaid colt medallions. Ramp front-sight. Flat top frame with adjustable rear-sight. This revolver is beautifully engraved in a factory coverage level of “Class B” with scroll motif by famed Colt factory engraver Dennis Kies. The barrel is engraved at breech-end, bordering both sides of the barrel address. The barrel is also engraved at the muzzle end on both sides of the front-sight. Ejector rod housing is also scroll engraved at front and rear. Frame is wonderfully scroll engraved on both sides of recoil shield and frame, with scroll work in front of the cylinder. Top strap is flawlessly engraved at forward end and on the rear side. Backstrap has scroll engraving on the apron and at the heel. Butt is very nicely engraved. Trigger guard is engraved around front screw and on outer ring of trigger guard. Trigger guard is also flawlessly engraved on bows and rear flats. All engraving is expertly accomplished with a very fine punch dot background. Cyl is scroll engraved between each flute and at rear between each bolt stop. 2-pc grips are walnut with silver Colt medallions at the top. Bbl has standard 1-line address with model and caliber mark on left side. Serial Number matches on frame, trigger guard, back strap, and grips. Cyl shows rampant Colt logo on rear face. Frame has 2-line patent mark on left side with rampant Colt logo to rear. Loading gate and right rear flat of frame under grip bears the assembly no. 15. The Colt Factory Archive Letter confirms Caliber, Barrel Length, Finish, Factory Engraving “Yes, Class B engraving”, “Engraver’s name Dennis Kies”, and shipped to the Gun Store in Klamath Falls Oregon on September 30, 1971. This spectacular Colt Revolver is featured on full display in at least 2 of famed author Don Wilkerson’s books: on Page 167 is a full color page profile of this exact revolver in Don Wilkerson’s “The Post-War Colt Single Action Army 1955-1975” attributed to the Howard Steere Collection with engraving by Dennis Kies. Yet again in another Don Wilkerson book, this exact Colt Revolver is pictured on Page 154 in full profile stating engraving by Dennis Kies and as one of only 20 New Frontier revolvers engraved in 45 caliber, in the Wilkerson book “Colt Single Action Revolver Handbook 1955-1975”. The importance and rarity of this 2nd Generation Factory Engraved New Frontier cannot be overstated; Don Wilkerson states in his book on Page 161 that while factory engraved 2nd generation Colts are rare, a factory engraved 2nd generation New Frontier is an “extreme rarity”. Don Wilkerson ends his famed analysis with the statement on Page 161 “Lady Luck will truly be smiling on the Colt enthusiast who finds an original factory engraved New Frontier.” PROVENANCE: The Howard Steere collection, The Vince Sepulveda Collection, Don Wilkerson Books: “Colt Single Action Revolver Handbook 1955-1975”, “The Post-War Colt Single Action Revolver 1955-1975”. Colt Factory Archive Letter. CONDITION: New and un-fired. All markings are sharp and clear. Engraving is crisp. No evidence that cyl has been turned. This important and marvelous revolver was shipped 45 years ago in 1971 and looks like it did the day it left the factory. Hard to improve upon. For the most advanced Colt enthusiast. 50872-11 (9,500-18,500) C&R – Lot 4290

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4291
$11,500.00

*FRESH TO MARKET, FANTASTIC, EXCEEDINGLY RARE CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED PAIR OF EARLY THIRD GENERATION COLT FACTORY ENGRAVED SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVERS IN 357 MAGNUM CALIBER WITH FACTORY EAGLE GRIPS AS PICTURED IN DON WILKERSON’S BOOK.

SN SA01622/SA01623. Cal. 357MAG. 4-3/4″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. Hard rubber eagle grips with Colt logo and American eagle motif. Spectacularly engraved in the coverage of class “C” in a scroll style. Bbls are engraved at breech end bordering the bbl address and the model and cal mark on left side. Ejector rod housing is engraved in a scroll style with a checkerboard pattern in center. Frames are flawlessly engraved on both sides of recoil shield and frame next to hammer. Top straps are engraved at forward and rear end. Frames in front of cyl are engraved. Bottom front of frames are engraved. Backstraps are engraved on apron of backstraps in a scalloped pattern, with a very nice checkerboard accent in the middle, with scroll running down the backstraps and at the heel. Butts of backstraps are nicely engraved. Bow of trigger guards are engraved. There is also engraving accent on both sides of trigger guard screws, and on rear flat of trigger guards where pattern is continued down from the frame. Cyls are engraved in a floral pattern between each flute. Both revolvers were hand engraved in a duplicate pattern as a pair, which is both very rare and difficult for a factory engraver to execute in duplicate. Bbls have 1-line bbl address on top. Model and cal marks on left sides. Frames have 2-line patent marks on left side with rampant Colt logos to rear. SNs are stamped on front flats of frames. Included with the pair is a walnut Colt case for both revolvers with purple felt-lining cartridge blocks and American partitions and two Colt Factory leatherette cases for each revolver. Colt factory letter shows shipment Feb. 9, 1979 from the Colt Factory as a “Consecutive” pair with “C” class engraving, bbl length, cal, and finish. This exact consecutive set of Factory Engraved SAA is pictured on a full page profile on Page #218 of Don Wilkerson’s famed book “The Post-War Colt Single Action Revolver 1976-1986”, and credited to the Willard Webb Collection. Also in Don Wilkerson’s book on Pages #215 & #221, Wilkerson details how the Colt Factory Records show that of Colt Factory Engraved Revolvers only 3% were done in 357 Magnum Caliber and only 3% of all Colt Consecutive Serial Sets were done in 357 Magnum Caliber. OF NOTE: Elsewhere in this current James Julia auction, there are two (2) other equally rare and spectacular consecutive sets of Colt Factory Engraved Revolvers in Calibers 45 and 44 Special; also of note ALL THREE consecutive sets were originally shipped by the Colt Factory to exact same address and the exact same collector Mr. William Winkelman of Merrill, Wisconsin approximately 35 years ago; ALL THREE consecutive sets are also consigned to this auction from the same Texas collector. This is a chance to own three consecutive sets of Colt Factory Engraved revolvers in three different calibers: 357 Magnum, 45 Caliber, and 44 Special. PROVENANCE: The William Winkelman Collection, The Willard Webb collection, The George Gill collection, The Vince Sepulveda Collection, The Book Post-War Colt Single Action Army by Don Wilkerson page # 218, and a Colt Factory Archive Letter. CONDITION: New. Un-fired. SN SA01623 has extremely faint striation on bbl. In line with ejector rod head movement. 50872-7 (9,500-18,500) C&R – Lot 4291

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4292
$11,500.00

*FRESH TO MARKET, WONDERFUL, EXCEEDINGLY RARE CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED PAIR OF EARLY THIRD GENERATION COLT FACTORY ENGRAVED SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVERS IN 45 CALIBER WITH EQUALLY RARE FACTORY ROSEWOOD GRIPS WITH GOLD INLAID MEDALLIONS.

SN 88547SA/88548SA. Cal. 45LC. 7-1/2″ bbls. Blue and case color finish. Rare factory 2-pc rosewood grips with gold Colt medallion inlaid. Revolvers are beautifully scroll engraved with coverage in the desirable and rarest class “A” coverage. Bbls are scroll engraved at the breech on both sides of bbl address. Ejector rod housings are scroll engraved at rear. Frames have very nicely executed scroll engraving on recoil shield, loading gate, both sides of frame at rear, and in front of cyl. Top straps have scroll accent at both ends. Backstraps are scroll engraved on apron and toe. There is nicely done small scroll accent on the rear flats of the trigger guard. Cyls have scroll engraving between flutes, with a wavy line border around rear of periphery. Bbls have a 1-line address on top with model and cal marks on left side. Left side of frames shows 2-line patent address with rampant Colt logo to rear. SNs are stamped on bottom flat of frames. Accompanying these revolvers is a Colt box made of walnut that is partitioned on the inside in the American style with a green felt lining and individual Colt Factory leatherette cases. In famed author Don Wilkerson’s book on pages #215 & #223, Wilkerson details how the Colt Factory Records show that of Colt Factory Engraved Revolvers only 17% were done in Grade A coverage and only 2% of all Colt Consecutive Serial Sets were manufactured with Factory Grips in a material other than “Eagle Stocks or Ivory Stocks”, making the Factory Rosewood Grips on this consecutive set exceedingly rare. OF NOTE: Elsewhere in this current James Julia auction, there are two (2) other equally rare and spectacular consecutive sets of Colt Factory Engraved Revolvers in Calibers 357 Magnum and 44 Special; also of note ALL THREE consecutive sets were originally shipped by the Colt Factory to the exact same address and the exact same collector Mr. William Winkelman of Merrill, Wisconsin approximately 35 years ago; ALL THREE consecutive are also consigned to this auction from the same Texas collector. This is a chance to own three consecutive sets of Colt Factory Engraved revolvers in three different calibers: 357 Magnum, 45 Caliber, and 44 Special. PROVENANCE: William Winkelman, The George Gill collection, The Vince Sepulveda Collection, and a Colt Factory Archive Letter. CONDITION: As New. Un-Fired. 50872-8 (9,500-18,500) C&R – Lot 4292

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4293
$11,500.00

*FRESH TO MARKET, SPECTACULAR, EXCEEDINGLY RARE CONSECUTIVELY NUMBERED PAIR OF EARLY THIRD GENERATION COLT FACTORY ENGRAVED SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVERS IN 44 SPECIAL CALIBER WITH EQUALLY RARE FACTORY ROSEWOOD GRIPS WITH COLT FACTORY INLAID MEDALLIONS.

SN SA22725/SA22726. Cal. 44 Special 4-3/4″ bbls. Blue and case color finish. Exceedingly rare Colt Factory Rosewood Grips with inlaid medallions. Revolvers are flawlessly engraved with class “C” coverage. Barrels are beautifully engraved on both sides of address with a line and punch dot border, ending in scroll work on both ends, from breech to muzzle. Barrels are also engraved on left side below model and caliber mark, at breech and muzzle end. Ejector rod tubes are scroll engraved. Frames show remarkably unique scroll engraving on both sides with a line and punch dot pattern on the recoil shield on left side with a wonderful checkerboard accent. Loading gates are elaborately scroll engraved without border. Right side of frame has a checkerboard pattern accenting the engraving. Top of frames are decorated with a line and punch dot pattern matching the engraving on the barrels. Backstraps are engraved with line and punch dot checkerboard and scroll engraving. Butts and trigger guards are engraved with scroll. Rear flat of trigger guards and side flats of backstraps are engraved in a checkerboard pattern. In a very rarely seen manner the cylinders are spectacularly engraved in a scallop, checkerboard, and scroll pattern between the flutes. Rear of cyls have scroll accents between bolt stops. Bbls show 1-line bbl address on top. Model and cal mark on left side. SNs are stamped on bottom of forward flat of frame. 2-line patent mark with rampant Colt logos on left side of frames. Factory grips are made of Rosewood with Colt custom medallions inlaid at the top. Revolvers are each cased in a Colt Factory leatherette box and both revolvers also come with factory cardboard sleeves that have an end label describing the features of each revolver. In famed author Don Wilkerson’s book on pages #215, #221, and #223, Wilkerson details how the Colt Factory Records show that of Colt Factory Engraved Revolvers only 7% were manufactured in the 44 Special caliber, and only 9% of all Consecutive Sets were in the 44 Special caliber, and only 2% of all Colt Consecutive Serial Sets were manufactured with Factory Grips in a material other than “Eagle Stocks or Ivory Stocks”, making the Factory Rosewood Grips on this consecutive set exceedingly rare. OF NOTE: Elsewhere in this current James Julia auction, there are two (2) other equally rare and spectacular consecutive sets of Colt Factory Engraved Revolvers in Calibers 357 Magnum and 45 Caliber; also of note ALL THREE consecutive sets were originally shipped by the Colt Factory to the exact same address and the exact same collector Mr. William Winkelman of Merrill, Wisconsin approximately 35 years ago; ALL THREE consecutive sets are also consigned to this auction from the same Texas collector. This is a chance to own three consecutive sets of Colt Factory Engraved revolvers in three different calibers: 357 Magnum, 45 Caliber, and 44 Special. PROVENANCE: William Winkelman, Charles Layson, The Vince Sepulveda Collection, and a Colt Factory Archive Letter confirming all features and showing shipment as a consecutive set on October 1, 1982. CONDITION: As New. Un-fired. A super rare and highly collectible consecutive set of investment quality firearms. 50872-9 (9,500-18,500) C&R – Lot 4293

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4294
$9,775.00

*FRESH TO MARKET, EXCEEDINGLY RARE AND SPECTACULAR FACTORY ENGRAVED COLT SECOND GENERATION SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER IN FULL “D” LEVEL COVERAGE WITH FACTORY EAGLE GRIPS.

SN 70049SA. Cal. 45LC. 5-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. 2-pc Colt hard rubber grips with eagle motif. Revolver is Factory Engraved in full “D” level coverage engraving that may be the work of famed engraver Robert Burt who worked as a Colt factory engraver during time of manufacture. Bbl shows scroll engraving on both sides of address and extending toward the front sight. Both sides of muzzle are beautifully engraved with scroll. Bottom of model and cal mark is also bordered by scroll engraving. Frame is flawlessly scroll engraved with nearly full coverage overall. Backstrap is scroll engraved on entire length. Butt is engraved on 2/3 of its length. Trigger guard is engraved on bow and around the screw with a walking line border on either side. Cyl is beautifully engraved with a scroll patter between flutes. Flutes are also wonderfully engraved. Rear periphery of cyl shows scroll engraving. Bbl shows 1-line address on top. Model and cal mark on left side. Amazingly, the Serial Number is hand engraved on bottom flat of frame in front of trigger guard, which is almost never seen in typical Colt Factory Engraving. Frame shows 2-line patent date on left side, with rampant Colt logo to rear. Grips are excellent with the Serial Number on the inside of each grip. Serial Number also Factory Stamped on grip strap under the grips. Accompanying this revolver is a Colt factory letter confirming “D” coverage engraving, stocks not listed, and shipment on September 21, 1976. Also included is Colt shipping box with end label showing finish, bbl, cal, and “D” engraving. This revolver was completed near the very end of Colt’s 2nd Generation run, at which time according to noted author Don Wilkerson the “D” Level factory engraving was introduced by Colt as an engraving option to customers. On page 118 of Don Wilkerson’s famed book “The Post-War Colt Single Action Revolver” he notes that only 2 (two) “D Level Coverage” Factory Engraved Colt SAA were produced by Colt during the 2nd Generation Period in this specific revolvers configuration. This revolver may be one of the rarest of all Colt Factory Engraved 2nd Generation Single Action Army Revolvers. PROVENANCE: The Vince Sepulveda Collection, A Colt Factory Archive Letter. CONDITION: Excellent. Revolver is in nearly new condition with a VERY slight mark between two of the bolt stops. Grips are excellent. 50872-1 (9,000-14,000) C&R – Lot 4294

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4295
$9,775.00

*EXTREMELY RARE AND FACTORY DOCUMENTED TO MASTER ENGRAVER BILL MAINS, COLT SECOND GENERATION SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER WITH FACTORY EAGLE GRIPS.

SN 51142SA. Cal. 45LC. 5-1/2″ bbl. Blue and case color finish. 2-pc Colt hard rubber grips with eagle motif. Revolver is beautifully factory engraved in the coverage level of “B class scroll engraving” by Colt Factory Master Engraver Bill Mains. Bbl address is bordered on both sides with flawless scroll work. Both sides of muzzle are also scroll engraved. Ejector rod housing is scroll engraved on each end. Frame is masterfully scroll engraved. Backstrap is engraved on apron and at butt end. Butt has very nice scroll engraving at the heel. Trigger guard is engraved on outer bow and around screw. Cyl is scroll engraved between flutes and around rear periphery. Bbl shows 1-line address on top with model and cal mark on left side. Frame shows 2-line patent mark on left side with rampant Colt logo to rear. Frame has SN stamped on forward bottom flat. Serial Number is also stamped on the left side of the grip straps under the grips. The partial serial number “142” is also marked on the front of the cylinder. The matching assembly number “351” is stamped on the loading gate and on the rear of the frame. The grips are numbered to the gun. The famous Bill Mains “signature markings” are crisply shown on the front of the frame where a clear “B” and “buffalo mark” can be seen. The Colt Factory discouraged factory engravers from signing their work, so since Bill Mains operated out of Buffalo, New York, he signed his Colt factory work in this now famous symbolic signature. In famed author Don Wilkerson’s book “The Post-War Colt Single Action Army 1955-1975” Wilkerson details the Colt factory records on page 118 as stating that Colt only produced 7 (seven) factory engraved 2nd generation SAA in this specific revolvers configuration. With over 70,000 Colt SAA produced during Colts 2nd Generation run, this specific revolver being one of only 7 engraved and produced by Colt in this engraved configuration, speaks to the rarity of this beautiful gun. Colt factory letter confirms all features with attribution to master engraver Bill Mains. Letter shows shipment to Colt executive Mr. James McLaughlin, Jr. Colt Firearms Division, Hartford, CT on December 10, 1970. This is an “in-house” revolver, delivered to a Colt employee. Also included is a Colt Stagecoach box. PROVENANCE: The Vince Sepulveda Collection, Colt Factory Archive Letter. CONDITION: Excellent. Grips are excellent. A wonderful and very rare factory engraved 2nd generation Colt single action army. 50872-2 (8,000-14,000) C&R – Lot 4295

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4296
$13,800.00
Revised: 10/4/2016

Please Note: Due to a typographical error, the estimate should be $8,000-$12,000.

*SPECTACULAR, AND UNBELIEVABLY RARE EARLY THIRD GENERATION COLT “FULL GOLD PLATED” FACTORY ENGRAVED SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER IN CALIBER 44 SPECIAL WITH FACTORY EAGLE GRIPS.

SN SA25889. Cal. 44 SPECIAL. 4-3/4″ bbl. Revolver is beautifully factory engraved overall in a scroll style with the coverage level “C” documented in the Colt Factory Archive Letter. The barrel shows scroll engraving on both sides of bbl address, which also borders model and cal mark on left side. Frame is flawlessly engraved in the scroll style. Engraving extends onto rear flat of trigger guard. Backstrap is nicely scroll engraved on apron and butt. Trigger guard is engraved on bow and forward end. Top strap is wonderfully engraved on rear portion. Cyl is scroll engraved between flutes. Bbl shows a 1-line address on top with model and cal mark on left side. Frame shows a 2-line patent mark with a rampant Colt at rear. SN is stamped on forward flat on frame. Colt factory letter confirms all features, including grips, and showing shipment on October 1, 1982. Also included is the Colt custom shop box, whose end label confirms all features. In Don Wilkerson’s famed book on Page 215 “The Post-War Colt Single Action Revolver 1976 – 1986” Wilkerson states that the Colt Records show that only 1% of Colt Factory Engraved Revolvers were in “exotic finishes, gold, silver, dual etc.” In addition on the same Page 215 Wilkerson states the Colt Records show only 7% of Factory Engraved Single Action Army revolvers were in the caliber 44 Special. Combined, the Colt records referenced in Don Wilkerson’s book makes this “Full Gold Plated” revolver one of the rarest of all factory engraved 3rd generation single actions. In addition, the Colt Factory pricing-guide of “Full Gold Plating” is so expensive that The Colt Custom Shop does not even list the pricing of “Full Gold Plating” but rather states “Price on Request”. The gold plating completely encompasses the revolver including inside the cylinder chambers, inside the barrel, the grip straps under both grips, etc. The revolver was truly “fully gold plated” by the Colt Factory. PROVENANCE: The Vince Sepulveda Collection, Colt Factory Archive Letter. CONDITION: New. Un-fired. Gold Plating is immaculately intact. A simply wonderful and exceedingly rare “Full Gold Plated” Factory Engraved Single Action Army. 50872-3 (6,000-12,000) C&R – Lot 4296

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4297
$8,050.00
Revised: 10/4/2016

Please Note: Due to a typographical error, the estimate should be $7,000-$10,000.

*MAGNIFICENT, THIRD GENERATION COLT FACTORY ENGRAVED SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER IN 44-40 CALIBER WITH ASTONISHINGLY RARE IVORY FACTORY RELIEF CARVED SALOON GIRL MOTIF GRIPS DOCUMENTED ON THE COLT FACTORY ARCHIVE LETTER.

SN S08255A. Cal. 44-40. 5-1/2″ bbl. 3rd Generation SAA. Blue and case color finish. Incredible Factory ivory grips with a Colt Factory carving of a saloon girl carved in high relief on left side. Revolver is beautifully engraved in the documented coverage “B” class. Bbl shows scroll engraving at breech end, on both sides of bbl address and both sides of front-sight. Ejector rod housing is scroll engraved also. Frame is wonderfully engraved in a scroll motif on recoil shields and both rear sides. Frame engraving extends onto trigger guard and backstrap side flats. Backstrap is nicely scroll engraved on apron and butt. Trigger guard is engraved on the bow and forward end. SN is stamped on front flat of frame. Cyl is scrolled engraved between flutes and around rear periphery. Bbl has 1-line address on top and model and cal mark on left side. Frame shows 2-line patent address with rampant Colt logo to the rear. Revolver was shipped June 19, 1995 to “Armsmear II” which was the company affiliated to famed author and collector Mr. Albert Brichaux, who co-authored the “Factory Engraving” section of Don Wilkerson’s famous Colt books on Single Action Revolvers. Mr. Albert Brichaux was well known both at Colt and in the Colt collecting community during the time of this revolver’s engraving and manufacturing at the Colt Factory, and Mr. Brichaux’s notoriety is clearly on display in this spectacular revolver in both the quality of the factory engraving and the extreme rarity of the Ivory Salon Girl Motif documented by the factory on the Colt Factory Archive Letter Accompanying this gun. Also included is the Colt custom shop box with end label, showing features of this revolver. OF NOTE: A similarly spectacular Colt SAA in 44-40 Caliber with Relief Carved Factory Ivory Grips was delivered to “Armsmear II” the previous day (June 18th 1995) that this revolver was delivered by Colt and is for sale elsewhere in this current James Julia auction and is serial numbered just a few numbers away from this revolver. A wonderfully executed factory engraved Colt single action army revolver. PROVENANCE: Special order by the collection of Albert Brichaux via Armsmear II, The Vince Sepulveda Collection, Colt Factory Archive Letter. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: As New. Un-fired. 50872-4 (4,000-7,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 4297

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4298
$9,200.00
Revised: 10/4/2016

Please Note: Due to a typographical error, the estimate should be $7,000-$10,000.

*MAGNIFICENT THIRD GENERATION COLT FACTORY ENGRAVED SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER IN 44-40 CALIBER WITH ASTONISHINGLY RARE IVORY FACTORY RELIEF CARVED RAMPANT COLT PONY MOTIF GRIPS DOCUMENTED ON THE COLT FACTORY ARCHIVE LETTER.

SN S08259A. Cal. 44-40. 5-1/2″ bbl. 3rd Generation SAA. Full Nickel finish. Incredible Factory ivory grips with an astonishingly rare Colt Factory carving of a Rampant Colt Pony carved in high relief on left side. Revolver shows the coverage of “C” class engraving overall. This is a masterfully engraved revolver with wonderful animal figures worked into the engraving, clearly executed by an extremely talented Colt Factory engraver. Top of bbl is elaborately scroll engraved on both sides of address, extending all the way to the muzzle, including accent work around front-sight. Ejector rod housing is scrolled engraved on outer edge and accented with line engraving in the gullet. Recoil shield and side of frame is also beautifully scroll engraved, which extends to the side of trigger guard and backstrap. There is an incredibly well executed figure of a horse head on the left side of the frame and a spectacular figure of a lion’s head on the right side worked into the engraving. Top strap is engraved on both sides with a spread-wing eagle design. Apron of the backstrap has another equally impressive figure of a horse’s head worked into the engraving, which is incredibly well executed, this is bordered with scroll running down 2/3 of backstrap. Backstrap is also bordered with a punch design. Butt is very nicely scroll engraved with a border. Trigger guard is engraved on outer bow and around front screw. Cyl has scroll engraving between flutes and a dbl band border around rear periphery. Bbl shows 1-line address on top, with model and cal mark on left side. Frame shows 2-line patent mark on left side with rampant Colt logo to rear. SN is stamped on bottom flat of frame. This specific revolver was shipped June 18, 1995 to “Armsmear II” which was the company affiliated to famed author and collector Mr. Albert Brichaux, who co-authored the “Factory Engraving” section of Don Wilkerson’s famous Colt books on Single Action Revolvers. Mr. Albert Brichaux was well known both at Colt and in the Colt collecting community during the time of this revolver’s engraving and manufacturing at the Colt Factory, and Mr. Brichaux’s notoriety is clearly on display in this spectacular revolver in both the quality of the factory engraving and the extreme rarity of the Rampant Colt Pony Motif on the factory relief carved ivory grips on this revolver. Colt factory letter confirms all features, including the details of the Rampant Colt Pony Motif factory ivory grips, and shipment details. Also included is the Colt custom shop box with end label, showing features of this revolver. A very finely executed engraved Colt single action army revolver. OF NOTE: A similarly spectacular Colt SAA in 44-40 Caliber with Relief Carved Factory Ivory Grips was delivered to “Armsmear II” the day after (June 19th 1995) that this revolver was delivered by Colt and is for sale elsewhere in this current James Julia auction, and is serial numbered just a few numbers away from this revolver. PROVENANCE: Special order by the collection of Albert Brichaux via Armsmear II, The Vince Sepulveda Collection, Colt Factory letter. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: As New. Un-fired. 50872-5 (4,000-7,000) C&R; IVORY – Lot 4298

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4299
$2,587.50

*LIKE NEW EARLY 2ND GENERATION COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY MADE IN 1957.

SN 15199SA. Cal 45. Blue and case colored. 5-1/2″ bbl with 1-line address and on left side “COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY 45”, 2-line 3 patents on left side of frame with rampant Colt logo. Hard rubber Colt logo grips, like new retaining virtually all of its orig finish and possibly never fired. CONDITION: Extremely fine plus. Gun retains virtually all of its orig blue and case color with some light scratching on cyl. All orig complete and matching. Crisp mechanics, bright shiny bore. 50412-37 JS (2,000-4,000) – Lot 4299

4300
$0.00

FINE R T FRAZIER, PUEBLO, COLORADO MONEY BELT AND TOOLED HOLSTER FOR 7-1/2″ COLT SAA.

This is a very fine tooled Frazier holster made for 7-1/2″ 44-45 Cal. Single Action Army with matching single loop money belt. Both holster and belt are marked with identical cartouches “R. T. FRAZIER / PUEBLO – COLO.” Body of belt is light dyed leather, holster, billet and tongue are matching brown polished leather. This is a fine well marked and unusual contrasting cowboy era belt and holster. CONDITION: Very good and sound overall. Some staining and scuffing to bullet loops. Light fold below second loop. Two strands of stitching on holster are broken. 50412-88 JS (5,000-7,000) – Lot 4300

4301
$0.00

RARE J S COLLINS, CHEYENNE, WYOMING SINGLE ACTION HOLSTER AND MONEY BELT.

This late 19th Century single loop money belt and double loop holster for 4-3/4″ Colt Single Action Army is a most desirable and scarce set of Western cowboy leather, especially in such fine condition. Belt tongue is marked in oval cartouche “J.S.COLLINS & CO / CHEYENNE, WYO. ” The holster is marked with the well known J.S. Collins logo in shield. Top loop of holster marked “45 C” of course for 45 Cal. PROVENANCE: Ex-Jay Lyndes Collection; Ex-Bruce Bartlett. CONDITION: Very good overall. Belt has some new stitched reinforcement unaffecting esthetics. Honest wear and staining where cartridges were stored and pistol rested in holster. Some cracking and crazing to holster body as can be seen in photos. 50412-86 JS (5,000-7,000) – Lot 4301

4302
$5,175.00

AL FURSTNOW, MILES CITY, MONTANTA MONEY BELT AND HOLSTER FOR COLT SAA.

Nice example of a late 19th-early 20th Century Albert F. Furstnow, Miles City, Montana made tooled single loop holster and single loop money belt for a 44-45 Cal. 4-3/4″ or 5-1/2″ Single Action Army revolver. Both holster and money belt are marked in rectangular cartouches “AL. FURSTNOW / MILES CITY, MONT.”. This is a very nice set, well above average for Western gun leather with holster retaining much of its original polish. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Money belt is supple with crazing and soiling. Holster very good to fine overall, both have crisp maker markings. 50412-84 JS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 4302

4303
$4,025.00

RARE AND FINE MAIN & WINCHESTER, SAN FRANCISCO MADE TOOLED “SLIM JIM” HOLSTER FOR 7-1/2″ COLT SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

Among the most desirable 19th Century makers of California holsters was Main & Winchester who were in business during the Gold Rush through turn of the Century and most of their holsters of this style were for percussion or cartridge conversion pistols. This beautiful holster was made for and fits perfectly a 7-1/2″ Colt Single Action and makers cartouche is crisp reading “MAIN & WINCHESTER / MAKERS / SAN FRANCISCO”. This holster would be the perfect companion for an extremely fine early Single Action with California history. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall, sewing tight and complete. Minor crazing and wear at trigger guard protector. Belt loop quite sound as is makers cartouche. There is an old ink inscription on belt loop with some undecipherable initials and an apparent price of $1.50. There is a pair of initials “WH” also stamped on verso, potentially of owner of this holster. 50412-89 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 4303

4304
$3,162.50

GROUPING OF FOUR COWBOY ERA WESTERN COLT SAA HOLSTERS.

This grouping consists of: 1) fine tooled “AL FURTSNOW / MILES CITY MONT” marked 4-3/4″ Single Action Army holster. 2) Fine tooled “S B MYRES / EL PASO” marked 4-3/4″ Single Action Army holster. 3)A fine, lined “EL PASO SADDLERY CO / MAKERS / EL PASO TEX”. marked 4/3/4″ Single Action Army holster. 4) Double loop, 7-1/2″ Colt Single Action Army holster marked “POWDER RIVER SADDLES AND HARNESS…DENVER COLO”. CONDITION: Very good overall, El Paso Saddlery holster a little weak where folded just above makers mark. 50412-90 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 4304

4305
$0.00

LATE 19TH CENTURY S C GALLUP, PUEBLO, COLORADO MADE SAA COLT HOLSTER AND MONEY BELT.

S. C. Gallup moved to Pueblo in 1880 and was in business for about 20 years. This double loop holster and single loop money belt are both marked with oval cartouche “S.C. GALLUP SADL CO / PUEBLO”. Belt and holster show honest wear, but are both quite sound and attractive. Belt and holster are fitted for a 38 Cal. 4-3/4″ Single Action Army revolver. CONDITION: Holster very good overall, with light wrinkling and crazing at top. Soiling from where pistol sat. Tongue has cracking, there are weak areas with added sewing at belt where tongue is inserted, though overall still sturdy. 50412-85 JS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 4305

4306
$0.00

J A JANKOVSKY, CHEYENNE, WY TOOLED MONEY BELT AND HOLSTER.

Jankovsky was an early to mid-20th Century saddler in Cheyenne, WY. Single loop holster is marked twice “J A JANKOVSKY” in long oval cartouche. Money belt is single loop (44-45 Cal.) and marked likewise, once on tongue and once on bolster. Holster and belt have matching pressed designs and both dyed black. CONDITION: Very good overall. Crazing and cracking to tongue of belt at edges of loop on holster and edges 50412-92 JS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 4306

4307
$0.00

FINE TOOLED HOLSTER WITH ST. JOSEPH, MISSOURI MARKED MONEY BELT.

Fine, chamois lined, florally tooled holster for 4-3/4″ Single Action Army revolver is fitted on single loop 38 Cal. “WYETH / HDW & MFG CO / ST JOSEPH MO”. manufacturer marked money belt. Wyeth was in business from the 1840’s, this mark appears to be Circa 1920. CONDITION: Very good overall. Sound and solid, some scuffing to high areas of decoration on holster, additional cut made for slot on money belt just forward of billet. 50412-93 JS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 4307

4308
$2,875.00

SMITH & WESSON FRONTIER 44 DOUBLE ACTION FIRST MODEL PISTOL.

SN 14273. Cal. 44. 6″ round bbl having rib and semi-circular front sight. Six shot fluted 1-9/16″ cyl. Top break double action with nickel finish, blued trigger guard and case colored hammer and trigger. Two piece pearl grips. Housed in one piece box having properly marked label. CONDITION: 80% nickel finish with area of spotting on right side of frame. Good bright bore. Good mechanics. Left grip has small chip at top. Box has small tears and wear spots. 50506-67 DS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 4308

4309
$575.00

SPECIAL ST. JUDE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL LOT.

This lot consists of twelve past Julia auction firearm catalogs, together with their prices realized list. These catalogs serve as a valuable reference source. We regularly sell our past auction catalogs to collectors and dealers alike for that purpose. Please also note: The entire proceeds of this lot (to include the buyer’s premium), shall be donated to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital. St. Jude’s is one of the finest hospitals in North America today for the research and care of children afflicted with cancer. We hope that you will consider competing on this lot, we consider it to be an extremely worthwhile cause and we have dedicated ourselves to include similar lots in every single one of our auctions, the proceeds of which will be donated to St. Jude’s. Thank you for your participation. CONDITION: Very Good. 50209-10 (300-500) – Lot 4309

4310
$115,000.00

MAGNIFICENT ROYAL WHEEL-LOCK SPORTING RIFLE BY SAMUEL KLUGE IN LANDSHUT, MADE FOR EITHER KING CHARLES XI (1655-1697) OF SWEDEN OR KING CHRISTIAN V OF DENMARK (DIED 1699) DATED ’95’ (1695) FORMERLY THE PROPERTY OF THE ROTHSCHILD FAMILY.

SN NSN. Almost certainly the finest wheel-lock rifle ever offered at public auction in America this splendid work of art firearm is available to collectors for the first time in 42 years. The cherry stock is profusely inlaid in masterfully engraved staghorn in both naturalistic and fanciful designs. The cheekpiece is adorned with a superbly rendered hunting scene and the rider is mounted on a horse on whose saddle blanket is engraved with a crowned cipher “C” for either Charles XI of Sweden, an enthusiastic gun collector or Christian V of Denmark, killed in 1697, while hunting. The buttplate engraving also comprises the signature of the maker, “SAMVEL KLVGE. LANDSHUT”. The patchbox cover is spring loaded and the release is concealed in the ornamentation under the stock. The bottom of the butt trap itself is inscribed “W.S. 95” presumably the initials of the artist and the date ’95’ for 1695. The inner face of the patchbox is carved with the number ’13’ doubtless a royal inventory number. The patchbox itself is a miniature work of art being entirely veneered in staghorn with a hunting scene of two mounted noblemen shooting at a large fierce boar, the left horseman firing a flintlock holster pistol and the hunter on the right firing a wheel-lock rifle. The inlay coverage on the butt is nearly complete and is of the very finest quality throughout the faces, animals, and scenes enhanced with delicate tendrils, scrolls, and pellets. The flared, octagonal tapered barrel is rifled with 9 grooves and finely engraved at the breech. The fire blued iron rear sight is chiseled with baluster finials front and rear. There is a brass-lined maker’s mark stamped at the breech “HF” over a bird and a stamp “X” on the left flat. The lock has an internal wheel allowing for application of the sumptuous, pierced and engraved, brilliantly fire gilt plaque, which is decorated en suite with the stock featuring the identical mounted horseman and is retained by internal fire-gilt brass screws. The “dog” or cock is adorned with a further fire gilt plaque pierced en suite retained by a fire gilt screw. The blued triggerguard has three finger rests and finials similar to the rear sight. The rifle is equipped with double-set triggers. A finely inlaid powder flask also signed Samuel Kluge is in the Livrustkammern, the Swedish Royal Armory, which may be the companion piece to the Kluge rifle, increasing the association with Swedish king Charles XI. PROVENANCE: Ex-The Rothschild Collection, Sold 24, June 1974, Gallerie Fischer, Lucerne, Switzerland lot 91.; Ex-Frank E. Bivens Jr., 1881 Mango Way, Pacific Palisades, CA, 1974-1976; Ex-Clay P. Bedford, Paradise Valley, AZ, 1976-1991; Ex-Peter B. Bedford, Lafayette, CA, 1991; Ex-Joseph A. Murphy, New Hope, PA. Literature: DECORATED FIREARMS 1540-1870 From the Collection of Clay P. Bedford, Wallace B. Gusler and James D. Lavin, 1977. Exhibitions: Colonial Williamsburg, 1977. This superb wheel-lock has everything a collector or museum could possibly desire in a high art firearm: an exceptionally distinguished provenance, extraordinary condition, perfection of craftsmanship, and artistic magnificence. CONDITION: The stock is in relatively pristine condition throughout with all inlays exhibiting nearly all of their period scrimshawed brilliance and very little if any wear to the inlays. Very small chip of wood stock missing below the rear end of lockplate, indiscernible with pacthbox cover in place. The barrel retains an original bright polish. The gilt lockplate cover has most of its original fire gilding as does the hammer. The triggerguard and sight have much bluing remaining. For such an elaborate gun from 1695 the state of preservation can only be considered as remarkable. 50888-1 (200,000-300,000) – Lot 4310

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4311
$0.00

VERY RARE AND MAGNIFICENT GERMAN WHEELOCK RIFLE WITH FULLY CARVED STOCK BY GEORG MAUCHER THE ELDER OR HIS SON GEORG THE YOUNGER OF SCHWABISCH-GMUND CIRCA 1650, EX-COLLECTION WILLIAM SIMON, US SECRETARY OF TREASURY.

SN NSN. This fabulously carved wheelock is convincingly attributed as an autograph work to one of the two Mauchers by Dr. Stuart W. Phyrr, Emeritus Curator of Arms and Armor at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Dr. Phyrr states in a letter dated August 1, 2000: “Although the rifle is not signed, I think it is safe to assign the carving of the stock to Georg Maucher or his son Georg.” The heavy rifled octagonal barrel is relatively plain. The flat lock has a wheel cover engraved with two female figures and the hammer is engraved with a warrior’s face surmounting a serpent. A pierced lever actuated the hair trigger. The iron triggerguard is decorated with light but well executed engraving. Maucher rifles all have relatively plain metalwork so as not to compete with the artistic glories of the carved wooden stocks and polished bone panels. The stock on the rifle is superbly carved throughout its length and the coverage is so extensive that it takes up more than 95% of its surface. The fore-end is carved with scenes of the hunt and animals engaged in chasing other animals. The area forward of the lock is carved with a nude female figure, likely Diana, Goddess of the Hunt. A monster head adorns the ramrod channel and a large man’s head is carved below the lock. The underside of the stock is carved with foliage ending in a large hare. The sideplate area depicts an extensive scene in which a hunter in 17th century costume is piercing a stag beset by three hounds. The patchbox depicts a sylvan scene in which a woman holds a lyre playing to a boar, a horse, a stag, a unicorn, an elephant, a lion, a rabbit, a dog, a doe, and a bull. The upper edge of the stock features foliage and the hunt while the cheekpiece is carved with a woodland scene in which a crowned king sits in a chariot drawn by two horses. He holds a globe (orb) in his left hand and a scepter in his right, the classic posture of a European monarch. The inside edge of the cheekpiece is carved with a boar being attacked by three hounds while a hunted holds a boarspear. This rifle is likely the forth in a series of Maucher masterpieces made for European Royalty with allegorical representations of the Four Continents: Africa in Vienna, America in Dresden, and Asia in the Metropolitan Museum. The crowned monarch in this rifle represents Europe (Europa). Being the previously undiscovered rifle in such an important series, which was obviously a royal commission, makes this Maucher masterpiece more than a supreme work of art by of one of history’s finest woodcarvers. This rifle is a true treasure firearm and represents as does the Maucher flintlock pistol, a rare if not unique opportunity for the collector or institution to acquire one of the finest examples of the gunmaker’s art. PROVENANCE: William Simon Collection; Eric Vaule Collection; Lot 568A James D. Julia Auctions, October 10, 2000. CONDITION: The rifle is original and in fine condition throughout. The barrel and lock have been cleaned to natural steel color in the European tradition leaving the slightest traces of fine pitting. There are a few extremely minor imperfections in the carving and slight chipping in the ramrod channel. A small wood sliver on the left side of the barrel near the forend is a replacement. The polished bone forend tip itself has its 1/2″ top section replaced area on the left side of of less patinaed bone carved to match. There is a professionally restored break between on bottom of gun running about 6″ on flat panel in same plane of lockspring tapering on either side terminating where ramrod enters stock; this professional conservation occurred about 20 years ago when gun fell from display when in Secretary Simon’s Collection. Regardless, overall the Maucher Europa rifle is in a remarkable state of preservation. 49867-1 (50,000-70,000) – Lot 4311

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4313
$14,375.00

EXTREMELY RARE, ELABORATE AND EXTREMELY FINE CIRCA 1700 BAVARIAN BARREL RESERVOIR AIR GUN BY ANDREAS WETSCHGIN.

SN NSN. Cal. 8mm. 49-1/2″ overall, 35-7/8″ oct brass bbl, slightly swamped with fixed rear and front blade sight. Rear sight is mounted on 4-sided, 3″ engraved pedestal and is signed “ANDREAS WETSCHGIN AUGUSTAE”. Andreas Wetschgin, according to Stockel, worked in Augsburg, 1690-1716. Lock and hammer are finely engraved in floral scrolls. Figured full walnut stock has relief and incised designs toward butt and full flutes carved on forestock. Polished bone nosecap and front ramrod thimble are foliate engraved with rear relief zig-zag carved band, which is also carved in stock and interface of fluted carving in forestock, and also en suite with same border framing buttcap and sliding wood patchbox cover. Large 6″ brass sideplate is pierced and engraved with foliage terminating in two dragon heads. Dbl set triggers with moulded steel trigger guard shaped for the fingers, steel trigger plate with pierced foliate finials. Horn buttcap, pierced foliate and arabesque 5-1/2″ x 2″ silver applique to reservoir breech and 2″ foliate silver tang extension. A less ornate example signed only with “AW” and “orb” is shown as Fig. 38 in Arne Hoff’s text Airguns and Other Pneumatic Arms, London, 1972. This is a truly exemplary piece of art that amazingly has survived in such extraordinary condition after 300 years. CONDITION: Gun appears fine overall. Mechanically gun is functional including pump mechanism from butt of stock, though seal no longer holds air well. Bore is clean and smooth. Surfaces exhibit old cleaning with light varnish surface overall. Gun appears orig and complete, missing 1 screw to silver applique over breech. 50676-1 JS (12,500-17,500) – Lot 4313

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4314
$0.00

ELABORATELY DECORATED AND ELEGANT CASED PAIR OF FRENCH SILVER GILT MOUNTED FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOLS IN THE OTTOMAN STYLE FIRST QUARTER OF THE 19TH CENTURY.

SN NSN. The pistols with slightly rounded locks ending in a tail, goose neck cocks, and elegantly shaped pans and roller bearing frizzens. Barrels are round with turnings at the breech gold fore-sights, and gold trough rear sights. The locks are engraved with latters in imitation of a European maker’s address. The full silver gilt mounts are cast and chased in relief with swags of fruit, flowers, and acanthus. Triggers are gilt silver, cast, chased, and pierced in relief en suite. The dark walnut full-stocks are nearly entirely covered with silver wirework and inlaid flowers enriched with silver pellets. There is no provision for a ramrod in keeping with the Ottoman style. The case is brass bound rosewood lined in purple velvet, containing a full set of accessories including fine shaped powder flask, bullet mold, screwdrivers, and a fine steel and brass “sneath” decorated with bone, the rammer preferred throughout the Ottoman Empire. Note: The case and accessories have most likely been added at a later date. CONDITION: Locks and barrels are mostly smooth grey metal. Stocks are good with a few very minor marks. The silver gilt mounts themselves are crisp with considerable wear and loss to the gilding. Remarkably the incredibly elaborate silver wirework is intact with few if any losses. This is an incredibly showy and attractive pair of flintlock pistols that will appeal to the collector of high art guns. 50770-1 (12,000-18,000) – Lot 4314

4315
$10,350.00

EXCEPTIONALLY FINE ORIGINAL CONDITION SAW HANDLED DUELING OR TARGET PISTOLS BY JOHN FORBES OF LIVERPOOL WITH CASE AND ACCESSORIES.

SN NSN. Cal. 57. (.565 smooth bore) These high condition pistols have 9″ twist octagonal bbls with gold bands at breech ends engraved “Maker to HRH Prince of Wales” on top flats, and have plain unlined touch holes. Breech irons with integral U-notch rear sights are engraved with baskets of fruit. Locks with engraved beveled edges and rebated flame engraved tails, have semi-waterproof pans, bridled roller frizzens with roller on feather springs, and back sliding safeties which engage French cocks at half cock. Plates are engraved “FORBES” “LIVERPOOL” at centers under pans. Nicely laid out root European walnut saw handled stocks with flared checkered grips having inlet flat starburst caps, are iron mounted. Trigger guards with integral stylized pineapple finials have armorial engraving on bows. Bbls have under ribs fitted with single plain pipes holding walnut ramrods with horn tips, one rod with worm. Rods mount through filed steel thimbles. Half stocks are tipped with horn and mount to bbls with captive side nails through oval silver escutcheons. What appears to be orig mahogany case has key lock closure, and is lined in what appears to be orig green baize. Accessories include copper bodied powder/ ball flask, nutcracker type ball mold marked “26”, spare cleaning/ ramrod with large steel head and steel tail accepting cleaning loop, rosewood cleaning/ loading rod, and a rather new turnscrew. One small covered compartment holds a number of lead balls. The other compartment holds a small pewter oil bottle. Covers are mahogany with bone knobs. CONDITION: Excellent, original. Wood and metal retain nearly all their orig finishes with a number of light marks, knocks and scratches. Bores are excellent. Locks and frizzens are crisp. John Forbes worked in Liverpool between 1806 and 1810 at 50 Lord Street. 50657-2 MGM258 (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4315

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4316
$8,050.00

VERY FINE PAIR OF ENGLISH FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOLS BY JOHN PARKES, CIRCA 1775, WITH EXCEPTIONAL AND MOST UNUSUAL SILVER MOUNTS BY CHARLES FREETH.

SN NSN. The elegant pistols with three stage barrels, octagonal, then polygonal at the breech, engraved with foliage at the rear and gunmaker’s proofs, gold lined touch-holes, engraved tangs and tang screws. The border engraved rounded locks are bolted, with engraved push-on safeties, and the maker’s name ‘Parkes’ in a rococo cartouche with a water drain behind the pans. The finely molded, figured walnut full stocks are inlaid in silver wire with scrolls and a trophy of arms around the barrel tangs. The hallmarked silver mounts are both elaborate and unusual in design, comprising pierced side plates and escutcheons, each cast and chased with a trophy of arms and bust of Minerva, the trigger guards with shaped finials as a bust of Minerva, and engraved spurred silver pommels with grotesque masks, and horn tipped ramrods. Birmingham silver marks of Charles Freeth for 1774 and 1775. PROVENANCE: Christie’s London: June 16th, 1993. CONDITION: The barrels are clean steel with minor wear to the engraving at the breeches, the tang engraving crisp showing little wear. The locks, hammers, frizziness, and top jaws are clean and crisp throughout. The cock of one pistol an expert replacement. The stocks are clean with expected minor dents and a chip to the right side fore-end tip of one pistol. Actions are excellent. The silver mounts are of exceptional quality throughout and show little wear and all the delicate silver wire is present.. Altogether a best quality pair of 1775 period silver mounted English holster pistols by a well known maker, distinguished by the beautiful mounts, gold lined touch-holes, engraved side plate screws, and elegant silver wire work. 51000-1 (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4316

4317
$5,750.00
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Please Note: Great News!! The catalog description references Q3573 and Q3574 as rack or inventory numbers; they are Irish registration numbers.

PAIR OF DOUBLE FLINT PISTOLS BY LEWIS ALLEY OF DUBLIN WITH CASE.

SN 3573, 3574. Cal. 50. (.530 smooth bore) 7-1/2″ Round bbl sets are engraved “L. Alley Dublin Fecit” on top ribs which are also marked with rack or inventory numbers “Q3573” and “Q3574”. Breech irons have some semi-relief floral engraving. Locks have non-waterproof pans, with bridled friction frizzens, and feather springs with ball and spear finials. Locks also have beveled plates with long rebated tails, and are fitted with serpentine flat faced cocks. Plates and cocks are geometric border engraved; all plates with large “Ls. ALLEY”. European walnut stocks extend to muzzles, have nicely carved beads and drop points with raised shell carving around breech irons, as well as knob grips. Furniture is of iron. Trigger guards have raised acorn finials, and floral engraving on bows. Heavy grip caps have floral engraving and long straps. Steel crest plates with relief foliate embellishment are at tops of grips, which have also been fitted at a later time for removable buttstocks (not present). Greenheart ramrods with horn tips, one with steel tail and worm, mount through beaded pipes and filed thimbles. Stocks are pinned to bbls. Mahogany case with dual hook and key closure has inset D-ring handle, and is lined in light blue cloth. A large paper William and John Rigby label is in lid. Case is deep and pistols fit well. There are three empty compartments with covers which have brass knobs. An open compartment holds nutcracker ball mold marked “40”. CONDITION: Good with considerable repair. All metal parts are cleaned to pewter patina, with overall pinprick pitting. Stocks retain most of their hand worn orig finish, with numerous repairs, most notably front portions of both have been ended out; one pistol from half way along thimble to muzzle, and the other 3/8″ behind thimble to muzzle. There is an old repair above left lock of “Q3573”. Tail finial of right lock “Q3574” is missing. Right cock of “Q3573” is an old replacement. Bores are good, lightly pitted. Locks and frizzens are operable. Case shows considerable marks, rubs, and scuffs. Interior cloth is good with soiling and compressions. Label has numerous rubs through from contact with these pistols, but is mostly legible. A neat old pair of Irish pistols. Lewis Alley is listed as working in Dublin between 1770 and 1783. 50382-3 MGM259 (6,000-10,000) – Lot 4317

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4318
$0.00

PAIR OF NORTHEASTERN EUROPEAN FLINTLOCK HOLSTER PISTOLS MARKED NORRT NORRN.

SN NSN. Cal. 50 bore. (.575 Smooth bore) 9-1/4″ Bbls have octagonal section transitioning through band to round with flared cannon muzzles. Breech section of one is engraved “NORRT NORRN” and the other “NORRT NORD”. (Heer lists a Norrt working in Estonia 1790 – 1800.) Breeches of both are stamped with foliate marks in lozenges surrounding two poincon, one round stamped “NON”, the other shaped is marked “AND” (?) “SAT”. Locks with flat plates, serpentine cocks, inset pans, bridled friction frizzens, are engraved with open scrolls and foliate highlights. Stocks, appear to be of elm, extend to muzzles and have knob grips having German silver caps with long side straps. Other furniture is of iron and is line border and foliate engraved. “Ramrods” are false and carved in. Stocks are further decorated with near full coverage chinoiserie wire inlay, and cartouches on tops of grips are engraved with snow flakes. CONDITION: Good. Iron parts cleaned to pewter gray, and are smooth. Wood has old refinish. Locks are operable. Ramrod pipe missing from one gun. Butt cap of one gun does not fit well. 50458-3 MGM305 (5,000-8,000) – Lot 4318

4319
$0.00

FINE PAIR OF EARLY QUEEN ANNE SCREW CANNON BARREL BOXLOCK FLINTLOCK PISTOLS BY JOHN LAMBERT.

SN NSN. Cal. 52. This early pair of pistols, most likely by John Lambert, working in the late 1600’s into the early 1700’s, have 6″ screw-off cannon bbls with fine beaded wedding ring decorations. It is interesting to note, although obviously a pair, one bbl is smooth bored, and the other is rifled. Breech sections have some scroll engraving and bottoms of breech areas are marked with early London proofs and are engraved “LAMBERT”. Boxlocks with round bodied serpentine cocks are fitted with nicely filed feather springs, non-waterproof pans, and bridled friction frizzens. Trigger guards act as safeties, when in front position, and engage cocks at half cocks. Pulling them to the rear allows triggers to be pulled. Bulbous bag grips have inlaid chinoiserie silver wire in scroll pattern, and areas around tangs are nicely relief carved. CONDITION: Fine, as cleaned with all metal parts a bright polish with no visible pitting. Engraving in some areas is a bit thin. Stocks show normal hand wear, and a few bumps and abrasions. Bores are good, lightly pitted. Locks and frizzens are good. Safeties work. 50828-3 MGM218 (5,000-6,500) – Lot 4319

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4320
$6,900.00

PAIR OF LARGE BORE FLINTLOCK OFFICERS OR DUELING PISTOLS BY WILLIAM JOVER OF LONDON.

SN NSN. Cal. 65. (.660 diameter smooth bore) 9″ Tapered octagon bbls are engraved “London” on top flats, and are stamped with Birmingham proofs. Bbls with unlined touch holes have plain breech plugs, and scroll engraved tangs with integral U-notch sights. Lockplates have slight bevels with rebated tails and short teats, as well as back sliding safeties, semi-waterproof pans, and bridled roller frizzens with rollers on feather springs having bulbous finials. Serpentine cocks have beveled sides. Locks and cocks are line border engraved, and have “Jover” under pans. European walnut stocks extend to 1/8″ of muzzles, and have checkered bag grips. Furniture is of iron. Trigger guards have pineapple finials, with shields on bows. Tops of grips have family crests engraved on inlet silver shields. Boxwood tipped rosewood ramrods mount through beaded pipes and nicely filed thimbles. Stocks attach to bbls with two captive side nails without escutcheons. CONDITION: Good. Bbls are cleaned to bright pewter over considerable pinprick pitting. Locks cleaned to pewter gray, are smooth. Trigger guards have traces of orig blue. Stocks are good, with no noted repairs, and retain most of their orig finish, perhaps with some oil added as maintenance over the years. Bores are good, lightly pitted. Locks and frizzens are crisp. William Jover worked at 65 New Bond Street London between 1797 and 1807. 50828-2 MGM260 (4,000-5,500) – Lot 4320

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4321
$8,625.00

EXTREMELY FINE HIGH GRADE CASED PAIR OF GASTINNE RENETTE DUELERS.

SN NSN. Cal. 45. This most attractive cased pair of target/dueling pistols by one of France’s greatest gun makers is nearly of ‘exhibition’ grade. The front action locks are finely engraved and the sculpted hammers en suite. The spurred trigger guard is finely engraved and reticulated toward the rear of the trigger bow. The steel buttcaps are engraved en suite. The 10″ multi-groove rifled browned bbls are octagonal and fluted for half their length. The ebony half-stocks are very finely checkered at the butt in panels. Pistols are cased with a full compliment of accessories including bright steel bullet mold with integral sprue cutter, mallet, screwdriver, nipple wrench, diminutive powder measure, rnd cap box, larger rnd box for powder, rammer and cleaning rod. The orig dark wood veneered case is lined with green baize. This is a lovely pair of cased pistols by one of the great 19th century French gun makers, Gastinne-Renette was renowned during much of the 19th century, mentioned in novels by Honore de Balzac, and made guns for Emperor Napoleon III Russian Czars. CONDITION: Pistols are excellent overall, retaining most their orig finish. Both guns retain virtually all of their orig brown, though one gun has sharp edge wear, more noticeable than the other. Stocks are equally fine showing relatively no wear and only tiny, minor cosmetic blemishes with bright oiled finish. Case and accessories are overall very fine, matching condition. Case has several hairline cracks to veneer on lid and it is missing its shield shape plaque, lid is framed with two strips of brass inlay, slightly raised at the larger crack on bottom left. Lid to powder box has glued crack repairs. Functioning key is present. Mechanically, both guns crisp with bright shiny “like new” bores. 50657-5 JS (7,000-10,000) – Lot 4321

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4322
$6,900.00

EXTREMELY FINE PAIR OF CASED LEPAGE MOUTIER PERCUSSION DUELING PISTOLS.

SN 255/1610. Cal. 50. Beautiful cased pair “FAR P. LEPAGE MOUTIER A PARIS” marked 9-1/2″ multi-groove rifled oct bbls, beautifully blued, delicate dovetail front sights with fixed rear sights as part of the top tang. Each has delicately engraved front action stepped tail locks with delicate curved hammers, marked around each hammer “F.P. LEPAGE MOUTIER – A – PARIS” and are mounted in very nicely figured ebony 1-pc stocks with fluted butts and beautiful fluted engraved buttcaps with turned finials. Furniture is all steel & beautifully engraved in foliate arabesque patterns with numbers “1” and 2″ engraved behind rear sights on top tangs. Stocks, in addition to being fluted, are also deeply carved in intertwined foliate patterns forward of locks. The fabulous presentation quality case appears to be mahogany veneer and has initialed plaque on top of lid. Case has long brass hinges with a mortised brass lid support and a mortised brass lock. Interior is lined in royal purple velvet, bottom is French fitted for pistols. It also contains an iron nutcracker ball mold with sprue cutter, a fancy “LEPAGE A PARIS” marked flask, screwdriver, pair of wood loading rods and functional key. It also contains an ebony mallet. Left rear & right front corners have covered compartments, one of which contains a carved cylindrical bone and ivory cap container. This is a beautiful pair of guns in fine case with rare marked flask. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine, pistols have seen little use, retaining virtually all of their orig bright blue finish on bbls. Remainder of metal has a silver/grey satin finish. Stocks are equally sound and extremely fine new retaining virtually all of their thinning bright orig piano varnish finish with only a few minor cosmetic blemishes. Like found on other Lepage target and dueling pistols, small numbers are found in wood “255” left top of stocks and “1610” left bottom of stocks on each pistol. Case is sound and solid retaining much of its orig varnish with several hairlines in veneer on lid. Plaque is well fit with easily discerned initials “LGD”. Interior is moderately faded overall with almost bleached circular areas in lid where in contact with locks. Flask retains about half of its orig varnish with small dent on surface, screwdriver, ball mold are both apparent restorations as is bottom right lid and turned wood finial. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bores. 50657-3 JS (6,000-8,000) IVORY – Lot 4322

4323
$6,325.00

PAIR OF J. BLANCH DUELING OR OFFICERS PISTOLS CONVERTED TO PERCUSSION IN ORIGINAL CASE WITH ACCESSORIES.

SN NSN. Cal. 50. (.510 groove diameter) 9″ Octagonal rifled twist bbls with under ribs have patent breeches with inset gold makers poincons, and gold bands at rear, converted to percussion with drum and nipple. Scroll engraved breech irons have V-notch rear sights. Locks with feather engraved beveled edges have rebated squared tails, and are engraved with relief scroll at rear and simple scroll, done at fronts at time of conversion when flat faced serpentine hammers with dolphin heads were installed. Orig back sliding safeties were retained and “Blanch” is engraved on each plate. Nicely figured European walnut half stocks with checkered bag grips, are iron mounted. Trigger plates have stylized pineapple finials and trigger guards have spurs. Greenheart ramrods with brass tulip heads are held by single plain pipes and nicely filed thimbles. Nose caps are of silver. Stocks attach to bbls with captive side nails through oval silver escutcheons. What appears to be orig mahogany case with dual pivoting hook and key closure, has inset circular D-ring handle, and is lined in green baize. A large old Blanch paper label is in lid. Case contains walnut loading rod, ebony handled turnscrew, nutcracker type ball mold marked “35”, unmarked brass three compartment powder flask/ ball magazine, circular pewter oil bottle in one covered compartment, and a number of lead balls in another. An open compartment holds a key which does work lock. CONDITION: Fine, as partially refinished. Bbls retain nearly all of what appears to be an old re-brown, most likely done at time of conversion. Locks and hammers are cleaned to pewter gray. There are traces of orig blue on trigger guards and thimbles. Bores are very fine. Locks are crisp. Case retains nearly all of what appears to be an old over-varnish. Interior cloth has fading rubs and compressions. Label has some rubs through, and is lightly foxed. Accessories are good. 50657-4 MGM256 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 4323

4324
$4,312.50

PAIR OF BOXLOCK PERCUSSION BELT PISTOLS WITH CAPTIVE RAMRODS BY STEVENS OF LONDON IN JAPANNED TIN CARRYING BOX, ALONG WITH MONEY AND VALUABLES BOX OWNED AND MARKED BY LT. ARTHUR WILLIAM HOOD (1824 – 1901), ROYAL NAVY, WHO BECAME THE FIRST SEA LORD OF THE ADMIRALTY (1885), ADMIRAL (1886), KCB (1885), AND GCB (1889), RAISED TO THE PEERAGE AS BARON HOOD OF AVALON (1892).

SN NSN. Cal. 45 Bore. (.470 Smooth bore) 3-1/2″ Octagonal case hardened steel bbls engraved “Stevens London” on top flat (most likely Thomas Stevens at 43 High Holborn 1823-42), have under ribs holding bridled steel ramrods. Integral boxlock actions with percussion hammers, folding triggers, and back sliding safeties, are fitted with blued steel belt hooks, and engraved with foliate scroll. European walnut flared grips with closely spaced square checkering, have silver ovals at tops engraved “AH”. Pistols are housed in black Japanned tin box (7″ x 10″ x 2″) with gold paint, band decoration on top with “A. H. RN” (Arthur Hood, Royal Navy) painted in gold. Interior is lined in brown velvet and contains copper bodied powder flask, tin container of lead balls, Ely cap tin, home made nipple key, cleaning rod, and a nutcracker type ball mold marked “42”. A matching money and document box (5″ x 8″ x 3-1/2″) with brass handle and Hobbs & Company key lock, has removable triple compartment box revealing storage well beneath containing old information labels and price tags. Key is included. PROVENANCE: Appraisal. Wikipedia information on Arthur William Hood, Baron Hood of Avalon. CONDITION: Fine. Pistols retain a considerable amount, maybe as much as 60% orig case hardening color, with evidence of cleaning. Belt hooks retain most of their bright blue. Stocks retain most of their French polish finish. Mechanically good. Accessories are good. Tin boxes are fine with some chipping. A piece is missing from cover of one lift out tray. 50382-4 MGM306 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 4324

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4325
$13,225.00
Revised: 9/30/2016

Please Note: Great News!! These fine pistols are from the Estate of Retired Air Force Col. Thomas S. Ryan. Col. Ryan was stationed in the U.S. Embassy in Prague, CZ from 1954-56. These pistols were likely obtained by him during this time.

MAGNIFICENT CASED PAIR OF GOLD DAMASCENE AND IVORY MAURER REVOLVERS WITH SERBIAN ROYAL CREST.

SN 77572/77571. This truly magnificent cased pair of large frame 12mm Lefaucheux pin-fire revolvers have the Royal seal applied in gold in high relief gilted brass 2-1/4″ x 2-1/2″, on top of casing, details of the crest are quite well defined with dates 1389-1815 and Latin motto (Tempus et Meum Jus) which translates to “The time is right”. Guns are magnificently inset in gold floral damascene covering most of the metal surfaces of the pistols. Top bbl flats of 6-1/4″ full oct bbls are also decorated in gold “DECEMBER 1862” Each gun is numbered 297 on front of bbl lug with SNs found externally on left side of frame and bbl housing SN 77572 & 77(5)71. Screws still retain excellent engraving and only a couple show signs of ever being turned. Guns are beautifully gripped in elephant ivory. Pistols are in a fine blue velvet lined case with a loose blue silk liner with embroidered rosette for display. Embossed in gilt on top lining “GEBRUDER MAURER IN WIEN”; the Maurer brothers were well known vendors of high grade gold embellished arms of the mid-19th century. Each gun is marked on left flat of bbl near breech “E. LEFAUCHEUX / …BREVETE”. Various proofs showing manufacture by Auguste Francotte in Liege. Francotte is generally recognized as the finest gunsmith of Liege in the mid 19th century. These guns display beautifully. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine overall, pistols retain most of their bright blue, almost black finish, with balance grey/plum. The only major loss of blue is on gun SN 77571 on left and top of bbl and about a 1″ by 2″ area where the blue has been worn through. Still with sharp edges and gold insets intact. Gold damascene work is virtually 100% intact on both guns with only minor cosmetic losses. “Certifiable antique elephant ivory” grips are well fit with patina. This pair originally had inset Serbian Royal Crests at back of frames, these are now missing. Orig casing is missing its central set of partitions seen on other identically cased Maurer pistols which would have retained tools and insets for each pistol. However, the two long lidded compartments are intact, one retaining its orig “certifiable antique ivory” cylindrical oiler with gilted brass finial in suite to finials on compartment lids. See James Julia Auctions, Lot 2281, March 15, 2016 for an identical set with proper inset compartments in case and original royal crests on backstraps. Ornate brass inlay on orig casing is intact with only a couple small reductions. Box is also decorated with engraved brass corners. All brass mounts exhibit deep mustard colored patina. The large ornate medallion surrounding the royal seal is inscribed like the guns “DECEMBER 1862”. Embossed gilt agents marking is crisp as seen inside top lid on padded velvet liner. Other retained velvet in casing is fine with bright royal blue color. Box is sound and solid overall, retaining much of its dark finish with normal cosmetic dents, scratches and wear expected. Applied royal seal retains most of its orig gold plate with good patina. 50583-1 JS (15,000-25,000) IVORY – Lot 4325

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4326
$16,100.00

THE EVOLUTION OF THE LEFAUCHEUX MODEL 1854 REVOLVER.

SN 334/1071/1822/7587/66559/66673/111070. This group of 8 revolvers illustrates the evolution in thought and manufacturing process. When Eugene Lefaucheux inherited his father Casimir’s business, he also inherited his inventive genius and keen business sense. Introduced in the spring of 1854, this revolver was the most advanced handgun in the world. Heavy frame, large cal., it was much easier to load and fire, requiring far less time and training to become proficient in its use. Even better, it used the revolutionary new, self-contained internally primed waterproof metallic cartridge. This collection of 8 revolvers starts with SN 334 which is a very early example and likely a prototype by Eugene Lefaucheux to hopefully interest the military. It has several features that are not found on later revolvers, SN and logo are on the opposite side of the frame, full rnd bbl, the grip style is similar to flintlock and percussion pistols. Even the parts numbering system is of the production style of his father who died in 1852 before Eugene started perfecting his system. SN 1071 has features identical to the first patent application drawing and this exact gun is pictured on pg 40 of Systeme Lefaucheux, SN 1822 has all the early features of the patent drawing, however in special order 9mm and is the only early feature revolver studied thus far in that cal. The retailer “LEPAGE” is marked on bbl. SN 7587 has the mixed features of the rnd “navy” style trigger guard and the fluted “cavalry” style buttcap. Lefaucheux was always open to the idea of special orders for a few extra francs. SN 66559 exhibits two special order features, full oct bbl and 9mm cal., extremely rare in this cal. This particular gun was liberated by an American WWII GI who tastefully has engraved his name, unit and travels on the bbl. This engraved example is a very interest piece with a secondary history. SN 66673, short bbl and rnd trigger guard, this style was favored by French Foreign Legion officers, this exact gun pictured on pg 82 Systeme LeFaucheux . SN 111,070 among the last revolvers made with rnd trigger guard and oval buttcap of the “navy” style models. This exact revolver pictured on pg 43. The last gun in our grouping has no SN, though all major parts have matching assembly numbers including the grips. This gun was probably “lunch boxed” out after the final phase of the assembly. This grouping is accompanied by a signed copy of Chris Curtis’ book where several of these guns are pictured. PROVENANCE: Ex-Chris Curtis Collection. CONDITION: Guns overall are very good to excellent with SN 66559 the best retaining most of its orig finish and extremely fine overall. SN 66673 is the only factory engraved gun in this grouping, has strong traces of finish, is crisp and has the most unusual embellishment by an American GI as can be seen in photos. all guns appear orig, complete and functioning, though SN 344 does not index, it does cock. 50269-1 JS (15,000-20,000) – Lot 4326

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4327
$2,875.00
Revised: 9/26/2016

Please Note: Catalog title says, “DISPLAYED AT THE 1851 LONDON EXPOSITION”; it was supposed to have said “THE TYPE OF EXAMPLE DISPLAYED AT THE 1851 LONDON EXPOSITION”. It is clarified in the description, but we wanted to be sure of no misunderstanding.

EXTREMELY RARE AND UNIQUE CASIMIR LEFAUCHEUX ELABORATELY ENGRAVED DOUBLE ACTION PINFIRE 4-BARREL PEPPERBOX DISPLAYED AT THE 1851 LONDON EXPOSITION.

SN NSN. Cal. 12mm. Just over 8″ overall with 3″ bbls, pictured and described on pgs 30-32 of Systeme Lefaucheux, Chris Curtis, 2002 “The pepperbox…is undoubtedly the type that was taken to England by Casimir Lefaucheux as part of his display at the 1851 London Exhibition. It is marked internally on the breechplate, “Lefaucheux Brevete Inv 37”. Externally, the pistol’s frame is acid-etched with the Lefaucheux name and business address, “rue de la Bourse 10 a Paris Ivion Lefaucheux Bte.” The firm moved from the above early address to a new and larger location in Paris at 37 rue Vivienne, sometime between January and July of 1850. The catalogue for the 1851 London Exhibition notes the new address, and lists Caisimir Lefaucheux as an “inventor and manufacturer of rifles, fowling pieces and pistols on his new principle…Despite the praise heaped on his American competition, the London Exhibition of 1851 was a professional triumph for Casimir Lefaucheux. He was awarded a Medal of Honor for his display, No. 1308, which was the first step toward universal recognition and acceptance of the pinfire system throughout the world. Unfortunately, Casimir Lefaucheux did not live long enough to reap the full rewards of his inventive genius and pioneering work, which altered the evolutionary course of firearms development. He died in Paris on August 11, 1852 at the age of fifty, less than a year after the close of the London Exhibition. All Lefaucheux arms made during the era of Casimir’s reign – single-shot pistols, pepperboxes, and shotguns – were of the highest Old World quality and craftsmanship. But they were not manufactured in sufficient numbers nor over a lengthy enough period to achieve commercial success during their inventor’s lifetime. Few examples survive, and today any such Lefaucheux arms constitutes a prized addition to a collection of early cartridge firearms”. Accompanying this pistol is a signed copy of Chris Curtis’ “Systeme LeFaucheux” where this gun is pictured, illustrated and described. PROVENANCE: Ex-Chris Curtis Collection. CONDITION: Fine overall. Bbls are cleaned and overall grey/white. Frame and receiver retains some high polish to raised relief work with a stippled with a plum/grey background. Fluted ebony stocks are sound and solid with small cosmetic blemishes including 2 thin long chips at rear left. Mechanically, gun rotates indexes and drops hammer and appears functional. Bores show discernible lands and grooves with no twist. 50269-2 JS (5,000-7,000) – Lot 4327

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4328
$2,875.00

RARE BELGIAN APACHE KNUCKLEDUSTER DA REVOLVER.

SN 217. Cal. 5mm. 8″ extended, 4″ closed. Nickel finish with integral 6-shot cyl/bbls as in fist pistols. It has spurless hammer with folding trigger and is dbl-action only. Left front side of frame has a folding 3-1/8″ dirk blade, an external hammer spring and folding four-loop German silver knuckles that, when folded, and the blade extended, represents a formidable weapon. Right side of frame is marked with the logo of “DOLNE-BAR” patent and serial number “217”. Opposite side of frame is stamped “JNC”, back of cylinder has Liege proofs. These unusual revolvers are quite scarce, especially in complete, orig, functional condition. CONDITION: Fine overall. Traces of orig finish with balance iron and German silver patina, staining and light pitting. Gun appears complete and functional. Wear to high areas of engraving on recoil shields. Other engraved panels and markings very discernible. 50382-5 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 4328

4329
$1,150.00

FLOBERT PARLOR PISTOL BY N. GUYOT WITH CASE AND ACCESSORIES.

SN NSN. Cal. 22 BB CAP. 8-1/2″ Fluted octagon bbl is engraved “Fni PAR N. GUYOT a PARIS” “12 RUE DE PONTHIEU” on breech section which has dovetailed through U-notch rear sight. Lifting of breech section actuates extractor, and fall of hammer locks breech section in place. Nicely figured European walnut stock has checkered extreme pistol grip with case hardened steel cap and finial. Trigger plate has nicely filed finial. Case hardened trigger guard has raised two color gold inlaid monogram “AR” matching inlet silver monogram on top of walnut case. Case is lined in gold velvet with Guyot name and address printed in lid. Case is french fitted for pistol and accessories including brass cleaning rod, horn handled turnscrew, round pewter oil bottle, and pebble morocco leather cartridge box. A covered compartment holds cleaning brushes. CONDITION: Excellent. Metal parts retain 80 – 90% of their orig finish, with some flecking and flaking on bbl, silvering of trigger guard, and a few light marks in orig finish of stock. Case exterior retains most of what appears to be its orig finish with a couple of stress cracks and many scratches. Interior cloth is very fine with compressions. Accessories are very fine. 50657-1 MGM257 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 4329

4330
$2,300.00

BRASS BARRELED 18TH CENTURY ENGLISH BUNDERBUSS.

SN NSN. Cal. 80. 26-1/2″ overall with two-stage oct-rnd 12″ bbl which flares to about 1″ at muzzle. Bbl is marked “LONDON” and lock “KETLAND & CO” in fine custom display shadow box. CONDITION: Gun was not removed from custom display case, but appears orig overall, with horn tipped nosecap, polished brass with light mustard patina, polished steel to a silver patina, well fit stock with hairline present on visible side. 50382-1 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 4330

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4331
$3,450.00

FINE “AS FOUND” BRASS BARRELED BLUNDERBUSS CARBINE.

SN NSN. Cal. 75. This cute little carbine measures 271/4″ overall with a 12″ brass bbl which swells to just over 1″ at muzzle, London commercial proofs, early “Ketland & Co.” marked lock. CONDITION: Gun appears orig in every regard, brass mounted including tip to ramrod. “As found” good action and smooth bore brass has olive green patina and iron is smooth, brown with staining and light pitting. Stock is sound with hand worn patina with two hairlines. 51024-2 JS (2,000-4,000) – Lot 4331

4332
$0.00
Revised: 9/23/2016

Please Note: We have been advised that the portrait is not that of Edwin Forrest. We guarantee the pistols, their description and provenance. However, we will not guarantee the portrait.

HISTORIC EDWIN FORREST ARCHIVE OF EXCEPTIONAL CASED PAIR OF HENRY DERINGER DUELERS WITH A THOMAS SULLY PORTRAIT OF FORREST, 1839.

SN NSN. Cal. 54. 12-1/2″ overall, 7″ oct bbl, engraved German silver and steel mounted. These guns are in spectacular condition, retaining virtually all of their orig finish and according to authority Doug Eberhart who once owned these stated they are “they are the best of their kind”. Accompanying these duelers is a 35″ x 28.7″, 1839 dated Thomas Sully oil on canvas portrait. Edwin Forrest (1806-1872) was probably the most popular American actor of his day. In 1823, Forrest, according to his memoirs, became friends with James and Rezin Bowie and at some point was given Jim Bowie’s favorite knife. Whether Forrest in some of his grandiose recollections actually possessed Jim Bowie’s Bowie or not, the knife along with these Deringers are among spectacular arms he did own in the mid-19th century. As Mr. Forrest had no heirs, he established the Edwin Forrest Home near Philadelphia as a retirement home for old actors. In a arms display case were various arms belonging to Forrest along with his other effects that the Board of Governors of the the Edwin Forrest Home sold in 1988. Regardless of any history this is no doubt among the most beautiful pair of Henry Deringer cased pistols extant. PROVENANCE: Pistols: Edwin Forrest Home, Philadelphia; Ex-William R. Williamson Collection, 1988; pictured on page 109 of Steel Canvas, R. L. Wilson; Ex-Doug Eberhart Collection. Painting: Ex-Doug Eberhart Collection. CONDITION: Pistols are both extremely fine overall, though pistol on top (gun 1) has some light pitting on lock surface, hammer and trigger guard as seen in photos, along with hairline crack below lock and opposite lock that runs entire diameter of wood. Guns both retain most of their orig Deringer signature striped brown finish with only minor reductions and minor blemishes. Blued steel trigger guards and ramrod thimbles both retain most of their orig blue though gun 1) has about 10% loss of finish. German silver mounts have crisp engraving and are well fit and to their burl walnut stocks which retain virtually all of their orig varnish. Mechanically, guns are excellent with crisp shiny rifled bores with characteristic Deringer 7 lands and grooves. Casing is sound and solid with orig wood & brass combination tool, 3-compartment charging flask which retains much of its orig varnish and bright blue spring and scissor bullet mold also in excellent condition. Brown velvet interior is light stained, minor soiling and has professionally repaired central partition. Case retains orig functioning key. Exterior of case has typical storage dings, dents and bruises, expected after 150 years, still retaining most of its orig varnished finish. Painting has several hole repairs in canvas with in-painting and 3 small un-repaired holes, none effecting facial features. Painting exhibits varnished surface, is initialed and dated 1839 on back. Original stretcher and canvas is in newer frame with a Washington, DC dealers name. 50412-50 JS (60,000-80,000) – Lot 4332

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4333
$0.00

EARLIEST PAIR OF HENRY DERINGERS KNOWN IN ORIGINAL CASING, CIRCA 1829-1831, FROM DIRECT FAMILY DESCENT OF JAMES HALL WHOSE FAMILY FOUNDED WHAT LATER BECAME BETHLEHEM STEEL CORPORATION.

SN NSN. There are not many Deringers that Doug Eberhart has not owned and this pair he had wanted for many years. They had been in the family of the orig owner who purchased them directly from Henry Deringer until recently. Gun’s measure about 8″ overall, bbls are 3-1/2″ with 7 lands and grooves. There are no markings on bbls, but locks are marked with single die stamps “H DERINGER / PHILADA”. One gun has “Deringer” misspelled as can be seen in photos. Interested parties should read the attached provenance and article by Deringer authority Doug Eberhart, which starts; “The pair of Deringers shown in this article date to c.1829-1831, making them the earliest style of this iconic form of handgun. Just eleven examples of this first design are known, and this is the only cased pair to surface so far”. Accompanying this lot is a signed and notarized affidavit of descendant telling of the descent of these guns from James Hall to him along with a copy of February 2015 Man at Arms magazine where these guns are presented in an article entitled “In the Beginning, There Was This Pair…” PROVENANCE: James Hall (1812-1881), Philadelphia; William Coleman Hall 1881; Robert Coleman Hall Brock, 1906; Henry Gibson Brock, 1940; Ex-Malcolm B. Barlow, 1961; Doug Eberhart, 2013; pictured and described pgs 14-16 Man at Arms magazine, February 2015. CONDITION: Guns are very good – fine overall. Guns appear orig and “as found”. Bbls retain small traces of finish in protected areas and are overall grey with staining and light pitting. Locks, hammers, breeches and tangs are smooth and silver grey with traces of case hardening, top of one hammer has some pitting. Stocks are sound, retaining about 60% orig varnish. One gun has hairline crack on bottom between trigger guard and ramrod thimble, scattered cosmetic bruising and scuffs on flats opposite lock. Gun with hairline crack is missing half of its horn nosecap on verso. Silver escutcheons and thumbplates have silver patina and are well fit. James Hall’s name easily discerned. Gold bands on bbl are still bright. The casing is sound and solid externally with numerous cosmetic scratches and bruises. Retains folding, fitted brass handle in lid with easily read ink inscription “James Hall / Lancaster / Penna” on bottom. Case has working lock with key and also has two hook and eye closures of which one hook is restored. Internally, accompanying tools are good to very good including a scissor mold and a combination wood & steel jag and worm. The 3-compartment flask has traces of lacquer with patina and fits well in its central compartment. Compartments show glued repairs as does lining. 50673-2 JS (27,500-40,000) – Lot 4333

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4334
$0.00

RARE CASED PAIR OF GOLD & SILVER MOUNTED F H CLARKE, MEMPHIS, TENN AGENT MARKED HENRY DERINGER PISTOLS.

SN NSN. Cal. 46. This exact pair of pistols is shown on pg 30 in Doug Eberhart’s text The Deringer in America, Vol. One. This pair measure about 6-1/4″ overall with 2-3/8″ bbls, 3″ including breeches and are silver mounted with two gold bands at breech. Breeches and locks are both marked “DERINGER PHILADELa”. Bbl flats are both clearly marked with rare agent mark “MAND FOR / F.H. CLARKE & CO / MEMPHIS, TENN”. Case is fitted with wood and German silver mounted cleaning jag and worm, iron jag, screw driver, nipple wrench, powder measure, flask and bullet mold. Two compartments for patches & caps are found in upper left & lower right corners of case, still retaining their orig polished bone finials. This is a typical orig Deringer casing which is hinged with simulated leather veneer, still retaining orig gold embossing completely around the top. Mr. Eberhart states “very few of these cases ever retain their gold”. There cannot be too many orig case sets of Memphis antebellum Deringers of this quality known. PROVENANCE: Ex-Norm Flayderman Collection; Doug Eberhart Collection. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Guns are matching, crisp and complete, retaining strong traces of thin plum finish on bbls. Other metal surfaces are smooth with iron patina. Markings all discernible and engraving crisp. Silver mounts including lock escutcheons, key way escutcheons, thumbplates and buttcaps are well fit and stocks are sound, retaining about 50% orig varnish. Flask retains about 80% orig finish. Crimson colored velvet lining is soiled and stained, and light faded to a softer orange/red. There are several tears and small cracks internally in case where tools apparently have abraised where they abut. There are several cosmetic scuff and blemishes to case veneer which overall retains most of its embossing and orig color. Overall a sound and rare orig Henry Deringer casing with study hinges. Case is missing key and is currently in locked position such that it won’t close. Accompanying accessories fit case adequately. Scissor mold is marked “75”. 50673-1 JS (22,500-27,500) – Lot 4334

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4335
$0.00

FINE SET OF CASED GOLD AND SILVER MOUNTED HENRY DERINGER PISTOLS.

SN NSN. This is a beautiful deluxe cased set of Henry Deringer’s with 4″ bbls including breech with gold bands and thumb plate, silver escutcheons and trigger guard. German silver front sights and typical Deringer fixed rear sights as part of the top tangs. Top of breech plugs & lockplates have the “DERINGER PHILADEL’A” manufacturer’s markings. Top left flats of breech plugs have the Deringer “P” proof. They are mounted in 1-pc walnut stocks with silver and German silver mountings that are all nicely engraved in foliate & floral patterns with nicely detailed pineapple finials. Butts of stocks have German silver teardrop shaped plates with iron engraved cap boxes. Top of wrists of stocks are inlaid with engraved gold shield shaped thumbplates and grips are nicely checkered. Bbls are secured with a sgl wedge through engraved, silver, dog-bone shaped escutcheons and tips of stocks have engraved German silver nose caps. Pistols are accompanied by an orig Deringer black leather covered, purple velvet lined hinged casing with recessed folding handle in lid. Bottom is recessed for the pistols, a 3-compartment floral decorated, copper & brass charger; a rosewood handled nipple wrench and screwdriver; a nutcracker style ball mold with sprue cutter marked “60” on left arm and wood handled cleaning rod with brass jag, and a fitted tin powder measure completes all the compartment slots. Case also has covered compartments in left rear & right front, one for cast lead balls and the other containing a functioning key. Altogether a wonderful & rarely encountered pair of Henry Deringer pistols in original case in beautiful displayable condition. PROVENANCE: Ex-Doug Eberhart Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine to very fine overall. Bbls retain strong traces of original bright brown finish with balance a mottled gray/plum with scattered small scratches and abrasions on 1 bbl on right side. Locks retain traces of case colors. Metal overall including steel breeches, locks and hammers, silver and German silver mountings are all well fit with crisp engraving. Guns appear to have been shot very little with no flash pitting around nipples or breech. Bores are quite clean and smooth with light pitting and rifling. Mechanically both guns function well. Stocks are sound and well fit, retaining most of their original varnish though thinning in some areas. Casing and accessories overall are in similar fine condition with some pitting to blade of nipple, wrench, screwdriver and ball mold. Finials on compartment doors are ivory. 50412-43 JS (20,000-40,000) IVORY – Lot 4335

4336
$0.00

EXTREMELY FINE ELABORATELY ENGRAVED AND GOLD MOUNTED HENRY DERINGER PERCUSSION PISTOL.

SN NSN. Cal. 52. This gun measures 7-1/4 overall, 2-7/8″ bbl with 3-9/16″ including breech. Lock and breech are both full firm marked “DERINGER PHILADELa”. This is possibly the most elaborate Henry Deringer pistol noted, with great collection history. There is nothing in Doug Eberhart’s The Deringer in America that approaches the level of engraving or quantity of gold mountings. The few other known gold mounted guns are less elaborate and this is among the few large bore smooth bores known. Engraving covers fully 100% of steel of lock, hammer face, breech, bbl tang, bolster face, key face, trapdoor in butt, hammer screw, tang screw, both lock screws, top flat of bbl and about 1/3 of remainder of bbl. Even the trigger plate which can hardly be seen is also fully engraved. Engraving is also by a much finer hand than encountered on other Deringers. Gold mountings on this gun include trigger guard, both lock escutcheons, key way escutcheons, nosecap, thimble, ramrod tip, front sight, breech bands, butt escutcheon and shield shaped thumbplate with the logo of owner “GD”. Gold mountings on this gun are also profusely engraved with exception of ramrod tip, bbl bands, and front sight. This Philadelphia made Henry Deringer is a true piece of art and there is not a more elaborate example known. PROVENANCE: Ex-Fred Clough Collection; Ex-Doug Eberhart Collection. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Gun appears unfired or very little, with a crisp smooth bore and breech. Traces of muted case color are found on breech, lock, trigger and hammer, but mostly a crisp silver/grey color overall. The bbl retains thin traces of blue finish unlike the typical striped brown finishes seen on standard production pistols. This gun indeed was especially made for an important client whoever the initials “GD” represent. Gold mountings are well fit with crisp arabesque and foliate engraving into deluxe selected walnut stock with beautiful grain and color. The orig ramrod has internal case hardened steel worm screwed to jag. Stock is sound and solid with strong checkering. There are two 1/2″ hairline cracks both on left side; one just rear of key way escutcheon and one in checkering near butt that do not affect the overall aesthetics of this little gem. Mechanically, gun functions well including adjustable set trigger screw. Bore is smooth with scattered areas of light pitting. 50412-46 JS (20,000-40,000) – Lot 4336

4337
$0.00

VERY RARE CASED PAIR A.J. MILLSPAUGH, WASHINGTON, LOUISIANA GOLD AND SILVER MOUNTED DERINGER PISTOLS.

SN NSN. According to Doug Eberhart, author of the most important texts on Deringer pistols, there are only 2 pairs of Millspaugh cased Deringer’s extant in the world. This pair has gold bands and thumb plates and silver trigger guard and escutcheons. Pistols are of the larger variety for Henry Deringer measuring 8″ overall and 4″ bbls including breeches. Millspaugh is among the rarest authorized Henry Deringer dealers and very few examples of his guns are known. It is of note that the other known pair which are among the finest pairs of American cased duelers were sold at auction well in excess of $200,000.00. This is your chance to purchase an equally rare pair of guns though lesser condition. PROVENANCE: Ex-Doug Eberhart Collection; Ex-C.D. Terry Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Guns are very good overall, though metal exhibits pitting especially on bbls. Makers mark on lock, breech and bbl are all discernible though with some pitting distorting letters in agents mark as can be seen in photos of barrel markings. Silver and gold escutcheons and bands are complete and well seated, German silver nose caps and butt caps are also well seated with patina. Engraving on gold, steel, silver and German silver mounts all crisp and discernible. Stocks are both sound and solid retaining about 30% bright original varnish, there is a hairline crack on each gun about 1/4″ long between lock escutcheon and breech. The accompanying original Henry Deringer leather covered hinged wood case has heavily faded once burgundy velvet now turned mostly to golden tan. Accessories in case fit slots fairly well and good to very good overall. Finials attached to each wood compartment are ivory. 50412-44 JS (20,000-40,000) IVORY – Lot 4337

4338
$6,900.00

RARE TRIO OF H.E. DIMICK ST LOUIS, MISSOURI DERINGERS.

SN NSN. Cal. 44. This is a great selection of three variant Deringers made by Horace E. Dimick of St. Louis, MO. The three guns in this trio have the most typical variant marks seen by this manufacturer who advertised as early as 1849 in St. Louis and kept his store open throughout the Civil War according to Eberhart & Wilson in their text The Deringer in America Vol. 1. The three guns here measure from 5-3/4″ to 7-1/2″ with bbls from 2″ to 3-1/2″. The longest of these guns is marked “H.E. DIMICK” on bbl and lock. The midsize gun is marked “H.E. DIMICK & CO ST LOUIS MO” on bbl, and the same on lock without city. This gun has stamped name “G WIRSING” under lock; quick search of database finds only five Wirsing’s in the entire Union or Confederate army and only one “G”, George Wirsing from Belleville, IL who served in the 43rd Illinois Infantry during the Civil War, enlisting August 1861, being discharged for disability May 15, 1863, the 43rd was a hard fighting unit in Tennessee being in the midst of the actions at Shiloh, April 6 & 7 1862. Smallest of these guns is simply marked “H.E. DIMICK” on bbl flat. The two larger guns are iron mounted and the smallest gun is totally German silver mounted. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to buy in one lot three fine Horace Dimick Deringers. PROVENANCE: Ex Collection of John Montague. CONDITION: The longest of these three guns is fine overall with smooth gray/brown metal with some pitting especially at trigger guard. Strong traces of blue finish are found on bbl in protected area. Gun is complete, orig, authentic and very well fit to stock which retains about 90% of its orig varnish. This gun is mechanically sound, with crisp rifling in bore. Gun two with St. Louis marking on bbl is probably the earliest address. This gun has a pewter nosecap reminiscent of St. Louis Plains rifles. This gun is totally iron mounted other than nosecap, is smooth brown overall with good discernible markings. Stock retains about 50% varnish. Mechanically, this gun functions with good discernible rifling in bore. The last and smallest of these guns is gray overall with old cleaning, hints of finish, good discernible markings, well fit German silver mounts on stock which retains 90% varnish. 50785-1 (7,500-9,500) – Lot 4338

4339
$19,550.00

SPECTACULAR STARR MODEL 1817 COMMON RIFLE IN NEAR NEW CONDITION WITH ACCESSORIES.

SN NSN. Cal. 54. contract rifle with 36″ rnd bbl, square base front sight/bayonet lug with fixed rear sight. Bbl at breech “US / P / JN”(John Newbury) proof marks and tang is dated “1824”. Lockplate is marked in front of hammer with a small “U.S. / NSTARR” and back is marked vertically with date “1824” and “MIDN CON.” in an arc behind hammer. Mounted with a 1-pc walnut stock with iron furniture having three bands and a brass tipped iron ramrod. Right side of stock has the unusual oval iron hinged-lid patchbox with a nearly flat musket style buttplate. Trigger guard is the usual type for this model with protruding tang toward bottom end to which is attached a sling swivel with a corresponding swivel on middle band. Sling swivels contain an exceptionally fine & rare, orig, buff leather sling. Stock is inspected with oval cartouche opposite lock “JW” (Joseph Weatherhead). There are also small “W” inspector marks on bbl breech, also for U.S. Inspector Weatherhead. Accompanied by accessories that would have been issued to a rifleman, some which could be carried in patchbox including J-shaped screwdriver, cleaning jag and worm for ramrod, main spring vice, brass flash hole pick & brush attached to a brass chain, and finally a rare scissor-type ball mold stamped “US”. There are also three spare flints and an orig lead flint pad as issued with the common rifle. This is one of finest common rifles extant retaining most of its orig finish, raised grain and crisp mint bore. PROVENANCE: Ex-Collection of Ciro Degennaro. CONDITION: Exceptionally fine, appears to be unfired. Bbl retains 93-95% strong orig chocolate brown finish with a few light scrapes & scratches and a couple of small dings. Lockplate, hammer & frizzen retain virtually all of their orig case colors, slightly faded with only a few scrapes on frizzen. Trigger guard, patchbox cover & buttplate retain about all of their orig chocolate brown finish with slight wear on heel of buttplate. Sideplate is bright & clean with orig finish and a few scattered spots of light pitting. Stock is sound with minor handling & storage marks and retains virtually all of its orig factory finish. Bands are bright and clean with lower band lightly pitted. Mechanics are crisp, brilliant shiny bore. White/buff sling is excellent with very minor soiling and a couple of spots of foxing. Accessories are also very fine. 50731-11 JS (20,000-25,000) – Lot 4339

4340
$6,325.00

EXTRAORDINARILY FINE NATHAN STARR MODEL 1816 TYPE II FLINTLOCK MUSKET.

SN NSN. Cal. 69. Standard contract musket with 42″ rnd bbl that has bayonet lug at the top on the muzzle, split front band with brass sight and two flat bands with sling wire on the middle one; orig buttonhead ramrod in the ramrod channel; standard bevel edge lockplate marked in front of hammer “US / N. STARR” with a half sunburst in the middle. Marked vertically behind the hammer “MIDDtn / CONN / 1832” over an 8-pointed flower blossom. Lock has a brass pan with bridled frizzen and a bulbous tip on the frizzen spring. Hammer is reinforced late-1816 pattern with heart shaped cutout. Top of bbl at breech “US / LS / P” (Luther Sage) and matching date “1832” on the tang. Trigger guard and buttplate are of steel with trigger guard of 2-pcs with sling loop on front post. Buttplate tang is marked “US”. Stock retains crisp inspector’s cartouche opposite lock “JM” (Justin Murphy), top of comb has another cartouche “DT” (Lt. Daniel Taylor). This gun is in remarkable condition retaining most of its orig finish with a beautiful stock with great color and raised grain, you will not find a nicer example. CONDITION: Extremely fine, all orig and matching. Bbl, bands, trigger guard, lock escutcheon and buttplate retain 95%+ orig brown lacquer finish with cosmetic scratches and blemishes. The stock is sound, well fit with crisp inspector marks with the normal storage dings and dents that do not affect the overall aesthetics. Ramrod is bright with scattered areas of staining. Lock retains much of its orig case colors though muted with balance mottled brown/grey. Mechanics are crisp with a shiny “like new” bore. 50731-10 JS (7,000-10,000) – Lot 4340

4341
$4,025.00

FINE WILLIAM EVANS, VALLEY FORGE CONTRACT MODEL 1816 MUSKET.

SN NSN. Cal. 69. Standard Model 1816 with 42″ bbl with bayonet lug on top, marked at breech “LS” (Luther Sage), “US” over “P”, tang dated 1830, iron mounted, lock marked forward of hammer “W.L. EVANS” / eagle / “V. FORGE”, reach of hammer marked “1830 / US”. Stock has single cartouche with script “LS” (Luther Sage). William Evans delivered about 1,500 muskets in 1830 and over 8,000 prior but few survive in orig flint. Most encountered are conversions. This is a fine example retaining orig finish with a bright shiny bore which would be difficult to upgrade. CONDITION: Fine overall, orig, complete and matching. Bbl and other iron mountings retain about 20% of their bright orig brown with balance fading with staining and light pitting. Lock is grey and smooth overall with staining. Stock is sound and solid, light refinish such that edges are slightly rounded, with good color and small cosmetic blemishes. Mechanics are crisp with clean shiny bore. 50731-9 JS (5,000-7,000) – Lot 4341

4342
$4,025.00

RARE AND INTERESTING ENGRAVED AND DECORATED WHITNEY MODEL 1816 FLINTLOCK MUSKET.

SN NSN. This unique musket is beautifully decorated with 13 inset German silver stars varying from 1″ to 1-1/2″, a 4″ spread wing eagle sitting atop a globe, a 4″ blank presentation plate. The engraved “N. HAVEN” lock marking is fancier with engraved ribband than standard Eli Whitney New Haven markings. The walnut stock has beautiful grain and color not seen on standard military guns. The script inspector mark “TN” is unknown. There are known presentation muskets similarly decorated but this particular example reasons are unknown as presentation plaque has been left blank. There is a very similar decorated musket displayed in the iconic Claude Fuller Collection at Chickamauga Battlefield Museum and R. L. Wilson shows several examples in a collage on pg 83 of Steel Canvas. This is a true work of art with rarely seen engraving to bbl, breech and trigger guard. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Bbl, lock and iron mounts show old cleaning with pitting and staining. Wood is sound and solid with 4″ hairline crack forward of trigger guard on bottom of gun. There is a 3″ scratch resembling crack on flat opposite lock between inspectors initials and inset star. German silver mounts are very good to fine with old cleaning and scratching especially on presentation plaque where inscription was possibly removed. Musket is mechanically sound and functionable. 50412-83 JS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 4342

4343
$0.00

EXTREMELY RARE AND FINE SCHWEITZER “LIBERTY CAP” PROOF MARK EARLY AMERICAN CONTRACT MARTIAL FLINTLOCK PISTOL.

SN NSN. Cal. 54. 14″ overall, 9″ distinctive brass smooth bore, cannon muzzle. This particular pistol is by far the finest of two examples known with incredible collection history and literature provenance. This is among the earliest U.S. Martial pistols made after the Revolutionary War, circa 1795. Sam Smith in his text on historic pistols states the gun could be as early as 1785. The raised Liberty cap over “P” in a sunken oval proof mark is not known after 1798. The bbl inspector “PG” is most likely Peter Gotez who is known to have inspected guns according to Hartzler in 1799. Hartzler also notes “Schweitzer” found on lock is most likely Abram Schweitzer of Lancaster, PA. The “Wise” markings on top of bbl likely represent the officer who carried this gun as the only other known example is marked on bbl “Simpson”. This is among the rarest and finest condition 18th century American martial flintlock pistols extent, included in lot is a new copy of “Historic Pistols” by Samuel Smith & E. W. Bitter showing this rare gun. PROVENANCE: Ex-Norm Flayderman Collection; Ex-Joseph Murphy Collection; Pictured on pgs 102-103 of “Historic Pistols, The American Martial Flintlock 1760-1845” by Samuel E Smith & Edwin W. Bitter, 1985; Pictured and described on pgs 207-208 of Robert Riley’s “United States Martial Flintlocks”, 1986; Pictured on pgs 64-66 “U.S. Martial Single Shot Pistols”, Daniel D. Hartzler & James B. Whisker, 1997; Pictured on Pg 247 of “Flayderman’s Guide to Antique Firearms”, Norm Flayderman, 2007. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Gun appears orig and complete in every regard. Iron is overall grey/plum with scattered areas of light pitting. Brass bbl and mounts have a light mustard/brass patina. Stock is solid and well fit with hand worn patina and scattered small dings, scratches and other cosmetic blemishes that do not affect aesthetics. 50731-1 JS (30,000-40,000) – Lot 4343

4344
$14,950.00

VERY RARE AND FINE 1811 SIMEON NORTH PINNED FASTENED CONTRACT PISTOL.

SN NSN. Cal. 74. 8-1/2″ rnd bbl, marked at top of breech “P / US”. Bbl tang marked “P” behind tang screw. Lock marked under brass pan with an eagle over “U. STATES.”. Behind cock marked “S. NORTH / BERLIN / CON.”. Lock plate, brass pan, cock, top jaw, top jaw screw, battery, bridle, tumbler, and sear marked “VI” as are all of the screws. Tang screws, side screws and side plate also marked “VI”, indicating that this gun is 100% original. Butt cap, trigger guard, ramrod and pipe are brass and fit very tightly to the wood. Walnut stock marked “HHP” (Henry H. Perkins, accepting government inspector). Ramrod appears to be original and has been in this gun a long time. This among the rarest North martial flint pistols and this is no doubt a top example, if not the finest known. PROVENANCE: Charles Radcliffe Collection. Ex-Dr. Joseph A. Murphy Collection. Ex-C. Meade Patterson Collection, sold November 11, 1999 as item 20, Conestoga Auction Company. Malcolm MacFarlane, Sewickley, PA 1954- ASAC Bulletin No. 2 Fig 6, p. 9, 1956; A Pictorial History of U.S. Single Shot Martial Pistols Plate 4 and Dust Jacket, 1957. CONDITION: Metal is pristine showing its original polish marks with slight evidence of hardened grease on the lock indicating that this is a superior specimen. Walnut stock retains original finish with only a few, very minor, nicks, not detracting from its superior condition. Brass furniture has never been cleaned, mustard color patina indicating it has been cared for and stored well very many years. With only 550 delivered, a hard gun to find in this fine of condition. 50731-12 (10,000-15,000) – Lot 4344

4345
$3,105.00

1811 S. NORTH PINNED FASTENED CONTRACT PISTOL.

SN NSN. Cal.73. x 8-3/4″ long bbl marked at top near breech “P/U” (“S” missing), “P” on back strap and has been reconverted back to flintlock. 5-3/16″ long lock marked under brass pin spread winged eagle facing muzzle over “U.STATES” and reading in three vertical lines behind the cock “S.NORTH/BERLIN/CON”. Brass furniture consists of rammer pipe, trigger guard, buttcap and side plate. American black walnut stock marked “V/HHP” (Henry H. Perkins) in wood opposite lock. This is one of 606 pistols delivered by North under his contract for 2,000 pistols. PROVENANCE: See Guide to American Antique Firearms and Their Values, 1998, by Flayderman. Collection of Dr. Douglas Sirkin. CONDITION: Bbl is in very good condition showing only minor darkening near breech and touch hole. Backstrap shows medium pitting but has not been cleaned. Lock is in good condition showing minor pitting, all markings visible, having been reconverted using some old parts and could be made to look much better. Brass furniture shows a nice aged patina and is in very good condition. Stock is in very good condition with no cracks, chips and only one small gouge behind left bbl tang measuring 3/4″ x 1/8″ not affecting overall appearance of gun. 43018-70 (4,500-7,500) – Lot 4345

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4346
$920.00

U.S. MODEL 1816 PISTOL.

SN NSN. Cal. 54. 9-1/4″ rnd bbl marked left side of breech “P” over “US”. Bbl is original flint. Lock marked “S.North” over-arc, over “U” spread-winged eagle “S”, over “MIDLtnCON” (earlier production) is under-arc. Lock is orig flint. Buttcap screw, bbl tang screw, sideplate, both lock screws, and front band carry sub-inspector’s stamp of “F”. Inspector’s stamp “LS” in circle opposite the lock in the wood is barely legible. PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Douglas Sirkin. CONDITION: Metal showing normal age with very slight pitting around touch hole. Ramrod is of the correct type. Overall wood is fine uncleaned condition having a 2-1/2″ long chip behind top and back of lock has been neatly glued back in place. 1/2″ long stress crack originating at rear lock screw terminating at the bbl, two more 1″ long stress cracks just below, not affecting soundness or overall appearance of the gun. Overall condition of wood and metal is smooth and overall very good plus condition. 43018-387 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 4346

4347
$4,025.00

RARE AND FINE JOSEPH HENRY SECONDARY MARTIAL PISTOL, CIRCA 1835, SN 6.

SN 6. Cal. 58. 14-1/2″ overall, half oct to rnd 8-7/8″ smooth bore bbl with small narrow brass blade front sight, flat beveled edge goose-neck hammer, frizzen spring includes roller bearing, brass mounted with walnut stock. This gun is in wonderful condition and is probably among, if not the best, of the 7 specimens noted by Sam Smith and E. W. Bitter in their text Historic Pistols, The American Martial Flintlock, 1760-1845 on pg 210 where he lists known numbers of 4, 6, 7, 8, 12, 31, 37. The exact contract is not known but identical examples are pictured also in Robert Riley’s United States Martial Flintlocks, pg 200-201. The contract for these guns is assumed to have been from the 1807-1808 or 1826 contract. It would be difficult to upgrade this example from the handful of examples known. CONDITION: Fine overall. Bbl is bright/grey with scattered staining and pitting. Lock is overall dark grey. Hammer is matching dark grey with some blue with hairline crack at base, lock markings and SN are crisp. Brass mounts have a light olive/mustard colored patina. Stock is sound and solid with two hairlines forward and rear of lock. There is a small 1″ sliver of wood repaired on right side of stock at muzzle. Mechanically gun is sound with clean, smooth bore with areas of pitting. 50731-6 JS (5,000-6,500) – Lot 4347

4348
$4,025.00

FINE AND VERY RARE, POSSIBLY UNIQUE, TRYON “WAR OF 1812” ERA MARTIAL PISTOL.

SN NSN. Cal. 64. This gun which follows Model 1807-1808 contract pistols by other makers which were sold mostly privately and to state militias, 15″ overall with 10″ rnd bbl. Lock is marked “TRYON” forward of lock, brass mounted like Kentucky pistol with no buttcap. According to Jim Wertenberger, who published in-depth information he researched in American Society of Arms Collectors bulletins, #43 & #63; “eagle head over P” bbl cartouche was discontinued in 1813. This gun exhibits this proof and from The History of a Business Established 100 Years Ago by Charles Z. Tryon “Mr. Harrison the Navy Agent was directed on April 18, 1814 to send 15 repeating swivels, 50 muskets and 50 pistols to Commodore Chauncey on the Great Lakes in order to test their use in Active Service.” This gun could quite likely be one of these 50. It is also known that the U.S. Government supplied stocks to various contractors including Tryon for these pistols. Militia guns by Tryon are typically known in 50 Cal.; it should be noted that the 1808 Simeon North contracted navy flintlock pistol is also in 64 Cal. This particular gun is not shown in any text we are aware of. This is a beautiful example complete and orig, even retaining its orig brass tipped ramrod with iron worm. CONDITION: Fine overall, appears orig and complete in every regard. Iron is dark with patina, overall grey to brown; brass mounts have smooth mustard colored patina. Stock is sound and well fit, overall very good with hand worn patina and small chip just rear of lock with 1″ hairline at that point and another opposite lock at escutcheon screw. Mechanically functional with clear, pitted bore. 50731-5 JS (5,000-8,000) – Lot 4348

4349
$6,325.00

RARE AND EXTREMELY FINE MODEL 1814 TRYON ASSEMBLY CONTRACT PISTOL.

SN NSN. Cal. 56. 14-1/2″ overall, 9-1/8″ rnd brass bbl with British proofs. Orig flintlock plate marked “TRYON”, brass mounted with silver oct thumbplate. Samuel Smith and E. W. Bitter describe this contract in their 1985 text Historic Pistols, The American Martial Flintlock, 1760-1845 on pg 296. “Largely overlooked by collectors and authors, this flintlock pistol, assembled from parts by George W. Tryon in Philadelphia in 1814 and 1815, is a primary U.S. Martial Pistol. The following note is in the statement of contracts made with the Commissary General of purchases by sundry persons for Ordnance Stores: “276 pistols to be repaired by G. W. Tryon, Philada. and delivered to the U.S. Arsenal at $3.25 dollars each.” A letter from Callender Irvine at the Commissary General’s Office, Philadelphia, dated May 19, 1814 to M.T. Wickham, U.S. Inspector of Arms, stated that “Mr. Tryon has consented to make the pistols with wipers &c at $6 50/100 per pair. Please to examine the pistol made by him critically and give me your opinion of it. I send by the bearer both pistols. Will be glad to see you after such examination”. Parts to assemble the 276 pistols in the contract were drawn from the parts bins in the U.S. Arsenal in Philadelphia in the summer of 1814 and were assembled, delivered and paid for within a year. About twenty-five of these Tryon pistols are known, identical except that some have brass barrels and others have iron barrels. The pistols are stamped “TRYON” on the flat lockplates with a floral engraving at the rear. Inside, the lockplates are stamped “RH” for Richard Hollis, the lock maker in England from whom the locks had been purchased some years earlier. The barrels, of English manufacture with two British proofs…” This rare contract is little doubt the finest example known retaining traces of finish, seeing little use. PROVENANCE: Ex-Joseph Murphy Collection; Pictured on pg 113 of “Early American Flintlocks” by Hartzler & Whisker, 2000. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Iron is overall grey to a darker patina with traces of finish in protected areas of lock and hammer. Brass bbl is clean with light mustard patina as are other brass mounts. Stock is sound with some raised grain with traces of orig varnish. Mechanics are crisp and bore is clean. 50731-3 JS (5,000-8,000) – Lot 4349

4350
$0.00

J. HENRY NAVY BOARDING PISTOL, CIRCA 1814.

SN NSN. Cal. 54. This very rare gun of which only 2 are thought to be known is described by Sam Smith & E. W. Bitter in Historic Pistols The American Marital Flintlock, 1760-1845 on pg 188 “During the Revolutionary War, the American Navy dwindled from thirteen warships in 1776 to none in 1780. Although the official Navy was next to nothing, the privateer navy was a great power. After the French and the British had begun to stop and search American ships on the high seas and to impress seamen, there was a great demand for arms. Privateers and ship’s chandleries placed orders for pistols with the well-known gunsmiths of the day, such as Henry, Waters, North, French, and Miles, up and down the eastern coast and near the principal ports of Providence, Boston, New London, New York Philadelphia, Wilmington and Baltimore”. 9-3/4″ iron bbl marked with a “P” in a sunken oval at left breech as normally seen on contract arms of the 1808-1812 period. Lock is marked “J.HENRY” in one line under the integral iron pan and there is a “G” inside the lock plate with a “P” on the bridle. Balance of lock inside has not been cleaned showing its age and dirt so other markings are not visible. The bbl and lock are orig flint and there is no evidence that any parts have been replaced. The 6″ long belt hook appears to be orig and fits well. The brass buttcap, trigger guard, rammer pipe and side plate fit well to the unmarked walnut stock. PROVENANCE: Ex-Nick Penachio, Sr. Collection; Pictured on pg 344 of “Flayderman’s Guide to Antique American Firearms”, 2007. CONDITION: Very good overall, brass mounts, iron and stock have all been cleaned which was typical among early collectors and varnished overall. The ramrod fits nicely, but is not orig. The stock fits to the metal well with only a 3/8 x 3/16″ chip at the rear bbl pin in front of the lock screw on off lock side and some very minor chipping at the front bbl pin. This is a very nice condition and very rare Naval Boarding pistol from the period of the War of 1812. 50731-7 JS (9,000-12,000) – Lot 4350

4351
$9,200.00

FINE AND RARE MODEL 1817 SPRINGFIELD FLINTLOCK PISTOL DATED 1818.

SN NSN. Cal. 69. 18″ overall with 11-1/4″ rnd iron bbl dated “1818” at top of breech and marked at left side of breech “P” within a sunken oval over an eagle head over “V”. Lock appears to be an orig flint with matching inspector marks on lock parts internal and external. Lock marked under pan spread-winged eagle over “US” behind cock in three lines “SPRING/FIELD/1818”. Inside of lock is marked with “JD” (Joseph Dale). Ramrod is of the correct type. Iron furniture is all correct for this pattern. Walnut stock retains circular cartouches of a script “S” (and “v” over) “JN” (John Newbury). Above buttcap on left side is a “B” and trigger plate is stamped “EA”(Epaphroditius Allis). Samuel Smith and E. W. Bitter in their text “Historic Pistols, the American Martial Flintlock, 1760-1845 state on pg 281 “that there were two types of these martial pistols all assembled in 1818 about 1,000 in total with approximately 400 assembled with goose-neck hammer locks such as the rare example offered here. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Metal has iron patina with pitting. Stock is well fit with numerous small dings on right side rear of lock as can be seen in photos. Mechanically gun functions well with smooth lightly pitted bore. 50731-4 JS (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4351

4352
$13,800.00

HIGH QUALITY AND CONDITION, UNUSUAL, GERMANIC UNDERHAMMER FLINTLOCK RIFLE, EX KEITH NEAL COLLECTION.

SN NSN. Cal. 70 bore. (.680 groove diameter, 7 straight grooves) 42-1/2″ Temper blued and slightly swamped round bbl with beautifully filed-in tapered top rib, is silver inlaid with Jaeger blowing horn while perched on acanthus scroll device having hound and hare highlights. Breech section is nicely filed in lunate ogee arches. Underhammer boxlock type action has well filed cock and frizzen. Lightly marbled and figured European walnut stock extends to muzzle with horn cap, and has fine relief scrolled carving around bbl tang with floral carving at front of action mechanism and at base of both sides of comb. Side panels are carved with flutes; bbl channel is also fluted, as is toe line. Furniture is of brass with fine engraving, some on top tang of buttplate in relief. Horn tipped ramrod mounts through two beaded and fluted pipes, with matching tail pipe. Stock is pinned to bbl. PROVENANCE: Pictured in GUNS AND RIFLES OF THE WORLD by Blackmore as figure 287, with notation that it was from the W. Keith Neal collection. Auction listing, Christie’s July 1998, with this gun listed with a sales price of 5750 pounds inked in, with provenance to The Grand Dukes of Saxe-Weimar, Schloss Ettersburg. CONDITION: Excellent. Bbl retains approx 70% of what appears to be orig blue, loss due to areas where cleaned. Stock retains most of its orig oil finish with numerous marks, dents, bumps, and scratches. Bore is excellent. Lock is crisp. 50676-2 MGM327 (12,500-17,500) – Lot 4352

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4353
$6,325.00

FINE PRE-REVOLUTION LARGE BORE FLINTLOCK FOWLER.

SN NSN. Cal. 80. This beautiful gun which once decorated a fine New England home, has beautiful cherry wood stock, almost 6-1/2′ long with 61″ bbl. This gun, which was made about 1760-1770, has early English commercial proofs on breech of bbl, unmarked lock with brass hardware and bulbous wood ramrod. Gun appears well kept for many years with nicely refinished stock and patinaed metal. In its day, this gun was a “market hunter”, big bore with long bbl for long range. It is amazing this 250 year old fowler survived as well as it has with such fine aesthetics. CONDITION: Appears orig and matching throughout. Stock has several hairlines and possible professional crack repair under lock. Brass has light mustard patina. Two-stage oct-rnd bbl has grey/brown mottled patina matching lock with pitting at breech of bbl and lock. Mechanically functional with clean smooth bore. 50684-1 JS (6,000-10,000) – Lot 4353

4354
$33,350.00

EXTREMELY RARE “WAR OF 1812” CONGRESSIONAL PRESENTATION MODEL 1819 HALL BREECH LOADING FLINTLOCK RIFLE.

SN NSN. Cal. 54. This rifle presented to Smith Bateman was one of 17 presented to group of young boys who defended the bridge at Plattsburgh, NY September 11, 1814 during the Battle of Lake Champlain. These mid-teen schoolboys along with other militiamen showed phenomenal heroism in preventing the British from crossing over the Saranac River against a vastly superior British force of battle hardened veterans. These boys’ exploits were well known in Upstate NY and were finally awarded the newest and finest guns in the American arsenal fully 14 years after the event though Congress had authorized fine rifles for presentation much earlier. The boys were originally armed with poor muskets loaned at the time of the fight, so the finest American military rifle of its day was apropos. This rifle is of the earliest configuration marked “JH HALL” on breech. Congressional presentation 4-1/2″ silver kidney-shaped plaque inscribed “BY RESOLVE OF CONGRESS/Presented to/SMITH BATEMAN/For his GALLANTRY at the/SIEGE OF PLATTSBURGH”. These are the only firearms ever awarded by Congress for gallantry. This is one of only 10 surviving examples, most in institutional homes. A most interesting entry found in the 1922 History of Oregon Illustrated, Vol. 3 cites a biography of Bateman’s maternal grandson “Among the possessions which Mr. Clancey values most highly is a gun given to him by his maternal grandfather, Hiram Bateman. It is a very valuable relic, having been used in the War of 1812, and was presented by the United States government, through acts of congress, to Mr. Clancey’s great uncle, Smith Bateman, in acknowledgment of his bravery. His father was shot down while defending the bridge at Plattsburg and the boy, who was then but sixteen years of age, at once picked up the gun and fearlessly took his father’s place, thus performing a notable act of heroism. The gun is said by experts to be one of seven now in existence. It is a breech loader and bears a memorial inscription. Collectors have offered Mr. Clancey large sums for the gun, but he has refused to see as he contemplates giving the gun to the Smithsonian Institution for safe keeping.” PROVENANCE: Hiram Bateman (brother of Smith Bateman); C. B. Clancey, Salem, OR (Grandson of Hiram Bateman); Norm Flayderman Collection; Everett G. Partridge Collection; David Kleiner; Stanley B. Smullen Collection, Worcester, PA. CONDITION: Very good overall. Metal retains much of its orig brown finish mixed with staining and pitting. Mechanically fine with crisp discernible Hall multi-groove rifling in bore. Stock is sound and solid with hairline along 2″ of ramrod channel rear of breech locking arm. Scattered small hairlines and small cosmetic bruising with hand worn patina. Inspector initial “WB” on bottom of comb. The silver thumbplate is the only restoration on this gun, otherwise 100% orig and authentic. 51060-1 JS (30,000-50,000) – Lot 4354

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4355
$13,800.00

EXTREMELY RARE PORTLAND MAINE, JOHN HALL BREECH LOADING FLINTLOCK RIFLE WITH CONNECTION TO WAR OF 1812.

SN 80. Cal. 38. The 1800s represent a time of transition and innovation in the craft of gunsmithing, as it evolved from craft toward industry, and from handwork to mechanization and mass-production. Maine was at the forefront of this dramatic change through the work of John Hall, a Portland cooper turned gunsmith. In 1811, Hall set off a revolution with his invention of a breech-loading mechanism and system of mass-production. This classic John Hall rifle is one of few known made between 1811 and 1816 and appears much like his Hall model 1817 military rifle including patchbox other than smaller cal. and tiger maple stock. Breechblock marked “JOHN H HALL /PATENT”. Breechblock is also marked with initials “R.B.” (Robert Blanchard, Biddeford, ME) with a partially discernible SN “80”. The fully oct bbl measures 29-3/8″ with 8 lands and grooves with the well known offset sights later seen on the military rifles. Gun is totally brass mounted with exception of long oval sideplate opposite patchbox engraved “Orlando Edes”. An internet search for Orlando Edes finds an interesting genealogy website that reads “long live Benjamin Edes,founder of the Boston Tea Party, relative of my ancestor Captain Orlando Edes-War of 1812”. Benjamin Edes (Oct.14,1732 – Dec.11,1803) was a journalist and political agitator. He is best known, along with John Gill, as the publisher of the Boston Gazette, a newspaper which sparked and financed the Boston Tea Party and was influential during the American Revolutionary War. CONDITION: Very good overall. Metal is overall brown/gray with staining and pitting. Brass mounts have a green/mustard patina. Brass extension behind the breech is gold plated. There are several repairs to wood and small insets around large break repair just behind rear sight. Gun appears for the most part orig with minor restorations including ramrod. There is an old welded repair to hammer at its base. Mechanically sound with crisp well-defined deep rifling in bore. 51024-1 JS (15,000-25,000) – Lot 4355

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4356
$5,750.00

EXTREMELY FINE CIVIL WAR SMITH CARBINE WITH A NAVY INSPECTOR’S CARTOUCHE.

SN 3003. Cal 50. 21-5/8″ bbl. About 30,000 of these well made carbines were made for the Civil War. Most of this purchase was for US government contract. I am not familiar with an example inspected by a naval inspector and the inspector on the bbl is also unknown to me. I am unaware of any naval purchases or mention of such in any reference I am aware. This is a very fine example retaining most of its orig finish that conforms to the standard configuration of this arm with part oct bbl. This gun is properly iron mounted, case colored & blued. On the left side of breech is marked “ADDRESS/POULTNEY&TRIMBLE/BALTIMORE, U.S.A.” and “SMITH’S PATENT/JUNE 23 1857”, and also the 3-line markings on the contractor, “MANUFACTURED BY/AM’N M’CH’N WKS/SPRINGFIELD MASS”. Military sales of the Smith were handled by Poultney and Trimble of Baltimore, and units known to have received the Smith were the 3rd West Virginia Cavalry, the 7th and 11th Illinois Cavalry, the 1st Connecticut Cavalry, the 7th and 17th Pennsylvania Cavalry, the 6th and 9th Ohio Cavalry, and the 1st Massachusetts Cavalry. The action of the Smith Carbine breaks open in such a way that the chamber is broken between the front and rear of its dimensions. This was incorporated in the design of the weapon to facilitate quick removal of spent rounds. CONDITION: Overall very fine to excellent condition, retaining 95%+ orig blue, thinning in areas. Case colored frame and hammer exhibit about half muted case colors with remainder dark silver/grey. Trigger guard, breech band and buttstock ferrule retain over 40% orig blue. Stocks are fine overall, with some raised grain, inspector cartouche “JJC” (Cdr. John J. Cornwell, USN). Bbl has inspector “LTR” who is unknown to me and possibly another navy inspector? Mechanically gun functions well with crisp clean bore with well discerned rifling. 50458-7 JS (4,000-5,000) – Lot 4356

4357
$3,737.50

CIVIL WAR SPENCER CARBINE.

SN 34034. This gun conforms to other early issued Spencer carbines with better than average markings on receiver flat “SPENCER REPEATING/RIFLE CO BOSTON MASS/PAT’D MARCH 6 1860″, 22″ bbl mounted on straight grained walnut stock. This is a nice unaltered example of the popular Civil War Spencer carbine. CONDITION: Very good overall, complete and orig with exception of replaced hammer screw, smooth grey/brown metal with traces of blue in protected areas on bbl and bright blue under forestock where matching SN is found. Frame, lock, hammer and lever show strong case colors in protected areas. Lock and frame both show areas of lamination on right side which is quite unusual. Stocks are sound and solid, well fit with no inspectors cartouche, small dings, dents and scratches with hand worn patina. Mechanically gun functions well with good bore with crisp discernible rifling. 50458-6 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 4357

4358
$9,200.00

EXTREMELY FINE CIVIL WAR MODEL 1865 SPENCER CARBINE.

SN 21380. Cal. 56-50. Standard “Model 1865” marked Spencer carbine “SPENCER REPEATING RIFLE / PAT’D MARCH 6, 1860 / MANUF’D AT PROV. R.I. / BY BURNSIDE RIFLE CO”. Made with Stabler patented magazine cut-off. It has 20″ rnd bbl, 3 lands and grooves, square base front sight with Spencer ladder rear sight with tension spring. This gun retains virtually all its bright orig finish and fine stock. This is a extremely fine and scarce example of a late Civil War and early Indian War military carbine that generally saw hard use and finding examples in high condition such as this are difficult today. CONDITION: Extremely fine overall. Bbl retains 97%+ bright orig finish with light scratch marks. Lock, frame & hammer retain most of their orig bright and muted case colors. Stocks are sound and well fit with light oiled finish with a few scattered storage dings and dents. Mechanically gun functions well with bright crisp bore. 51033-14 (5,000-8,000) – Lot 4358

4359
$18,400.00

EXTREMELY RARE HEAVY BARRELED CIVIL WAR UNION SCOPED SHARPSHOOTER RIFLE.

SN NSN. Cal. 44. 31-1/2″ oct bbl marked on top flat “JAMES & FERRIS, UTICA” with an additional mark “C. B. HOLDEN”. Mounted with 39″ brass scope, typical of Civil War with small field of vision. Brass patchbox has Massachusetts State seal engraved, most likely when sold by Cyrus B. Holden, circa 1861 of Worcester, Mass. James & Ferris were known makers of fine heavy bbl match rifles and Civil War sharpshooters rifles with “telescope sights”. This gun is most interesting in that it most likely saw Civil War service in that percussion nipple has been converted to a musket cone and contemporary replaced un-engraved hammer has been made to strike it properly. There are photographs of soldiers armed with such weapons, including soldiers of the 1st Massachusetts Sharpshooters. There is an example of a very similar weapon on display at Gettysburg National Park Museum and note photograph here of numerous soldiers with fairly identical guns, though ours has had the starter filled and removed. The 1st Massachusetts sharpshooters are among the few units of the Civil War that utilized heavy barreled guns, such as this one which weighs just over 15lbs, and most interesting that the Massachusetts State seal is found on this gun, more closely tying this gun to that unit. 1st Massachusetts had 39 casualties in the war, serving in almost every major battle of the Army of the Potomac during the war; note the identical rifle held by solider on their Gettysburg monument where the unit was engaged near Devil’s Den. This is a fine example of a rarely offered Civil War sharpshooters rifle. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Sound and solid with good surfaces. Rear adjustable scope mount has detached right ear and replaced screw. Scope is missing front lens and cap, though still retaining the “lollipop” style aperture instead of crosshairs. Brass retains smooth light mustard patina. Scope body also has a smooth copper/chocolate colored patina. Steel is overall grey with good edges and markings. Stock is sound and well fit, retaining much of its orig thinning varnish. Mechanically, gun functions well including adjustable trigger pull. Bore is clean with crisp rifling. 50815-1 JS (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4359

4360
$34,500.00

EXTREMELY RARE CONFEDERATE PALMETTO ARMORY MODEL 1841 “MISSISSIPPI RIFLE”.

SN NSN. One of the most elusive of Confederate secondary arms is the Palmetto Armory Model 1841 rifle, which there are very few specimens known. Dr. Fred Novy, who knows these guns extremely well and has studied most examples known in about every major institution and private collection, supplies a letter of authenticity and his findings that accompany this arm. This gun conforms to other known Palmetto Armory rifles with 33″ rnd bbl, brass mounts and brass tipped ramrod. Lock markings are excellent with “PALMETTO ARMORY SC” in a circle around a palmetto tree forward of lock and “COLUMBIA / SC 1852” rear of lock. Bbl breech on left flat “WM GLAZE & CO” with proofs “P” over “V” over “palmetto tree” proof. Buttplate is properly stamped “SC”. This is the first, complete orig Palmetto rifle to be offered we are aware of in many years. PROVENANCE: Dr. Frederick G. Novy Collection. CONDITION: Very good overall. Gun appears 100% orig and correct in every regard. Bbl and lock are grey overall with staining and pitting, especially at breech. Lock markings and bbl proofs are very good and discernible. Stock is sound and well fit with correct mortising inside patchbox which was never drilled for spare nipple, unique to Palmetto. The protruding rivets on sling swivels are correct and also a unique feature on these Columbia, South Carolina rifles. Mechanically gun is sound. The original .54 Palmetto barrel has crisp well-defined 7 lands & grooves rifling.(Intact Palmetto barrels are very scarce as many were later bored out smooth for use as shotguns.) The orig brass blade front sight was filed off during it’s period and a German silver blade was fitted into bayonet lug to take its place, what a great piece of Confederate ingenuity. 50373-2 JS (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4360

4361
$16,100.00

RARE CONFEDERATE KEEN-WALKER CARBINE.

SN XXVI. Cal. 54. This is an “as found” example of a rare Confederate carbine. The Keen, Walker & Co. carbine long known as the Confederate ‘Perry’ or ‘Tilting Breech’ carbine was the subject of much speculation as to where it was manufactured in early texts, scholarly research identifies it definitively as the product of Keen, Walker & Co. in Danville, Virginia. John Murphy & Howard Madaus in their comprehensive 2002 text Confederate Carbines & Musketoons devote a chapter on this manufacturer. They note a receipt for 101 breech loading carbines delivered May 19, 1862 to the Confederate Ordnance Department. The frame is of brass and unmarked except for Roman numeral “XXVI” internally on both the iron & brass frame tangs, & upper channel of the buttstock. The 22-1/2″ bbl is rifled and unmarked. This example just recently found that appears in near “barn”, untouched condition. Accompanying letter from consignor states his uncle kept it in the barn and used it to scare crows out of his garden. Gun is passed down in family from maternal grandfather who was a Union solider. CONDITION: Good overall, though iron is heavily pitted, brass frame has pleasing dark mustard colored patina. Gun is totally orig with exception of several restored screws. Stock is sound and solid with minor cosmetic blemishes and a rich red color. The action is crisp with good tight seal from breech to bbl; most examples encountered saw hard use with loose actions & poor seals. Bore exhibits well-defined rifling though heavily pitted. 50986-1 JS (10,000-15,000) – Lot 4361

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4362
$51,750.00

RARE AND HISTORIC PAIR OF COLT FLUTED ARMYS OF LT. JOHN LOW, CSN, USED ON THE CSS ALABAMA, GREAT PROVENANCE AND HISTORY.

SN 923/959. Cal. 44. Standard configuration, Colt Model 1860 fluted Army’s shipped to Richmond, VA April 15, 1861 according to Colt factory letter, both guns in same shipment. Other research by John Parsons noted that these guns with others were indeed shipped to Peter Williams & Co., Richmond, VA via Adams Express, April 15, 1861, fully 3 days after the start of the Civil War. Guns in this shipment range in SN from 161 to as high as 1812; the 500 guns in this shipment were shipped to the State of Virginia, but taken by Government of the Confederate States showing how a Confederate naval officer would have received these guns. Later Captain, then Lt. John Low, carried these guns throughout the Civil War after he received his commission in the Confederate Navy in 1861. Ironically, Captain Raphael Semmes also of CSS Alabama fame, carried a fluted Colt Army which is displayed at the Museum of the Confederacy for over 100 years. These guns were photographed along with Low’s regulation Confederate navy sword, belt and uniform at the home of his grandson, Malcolm F. S. Low, Cheshire England and published in Stanley Hoole’s text Four Years in the Confederate Navy, The Career of Captain John Low, 1964. Stanley Hoole, Professor of History at the University of Alabama started his research on the CSS Alabama in 1957 finding himself “comfortably seated before an open fire in the home [of great-grandson of Captain John Low] in Oxton, England.” The great-grandson soon took me “over to the home of his Uncle Malcolm F. W. Low who lives on nearby Cearns Road, and there in his closet, as neat and tidy as it had been put their yesterday, hung the very uniform John Low had worn as a Lieutenant on the Alabama a century before. Uncle Malcolm also proudly displayed the Captain’s pistols and sabre, several orig documents from Semmes and from Commander James D. Bulloch, written in 1864 and 1865, and other mementos, each of which we in turn handled with fond care and I with added awe.” The orig logs kept by Lt. Low on the Alabama July 28, 1862 thru June 20, 1863 and summarized in Hoole’s text speak of the numerous vessels captured by the Alabama, an amazing 180 vessels with value of over three and half million dollars; several of the encounters were met with vigorous resistance with accounts “fierce firing…at close range-so close, indeed that both sides used muskets and pistols…” There is little doubt that this pair of pistols saw use in some of these encounters. John Low spent the remainder of his life in England where he became a prosperous and influential citizen. Hoole, pg 118-119 “Throughout his life, Captain Low was identified as a Confederate – the man who had sailed with Semmes on the fabulous Alabama. His uniform, sabre, pistols and the logbook he wrote while on the Alabama and the Tuscaloosa were meticulously kept and not infrequently displayed…” …”small wonder that Captain John Low was known during his post-war years as the “Devil of the Alabama”. These guns were retained by the Low family from several generations until sold as part of the Estate of Miss Doreen Low at Sotheby Parke-Bernet sale in 1983. Accompanying this lot is a copy of Stanley Hoole’s text and the August 1984 issue of The Gun Report with cover story on these pistols written by John G. Hamilton in 1984. PROVENANCE: Lt. John Low, CSN, 1861; Herbert A. Low, 1906; Miss Doreen Low; sold at Sotheby Parke-Bernet, London, 1983; Alan Beadle, London; John Hamilton Collection, 1984; Craig Hamilton. CONDITION: Guns are very good “as found”. They show the care that the generations of Low’s provided to maintain them, smooth grey metal overall, cleaned with traces of finish in protected areas, staining and pitting. Guns were not disassembled and appear 100% orig and matching. Markings are all discernible, though bbl address on SN 923 is weak and only about 50-70% easily read. Grips are sound, well fit, retaining most of their orig factory varnish. Mechanically, guns have crisp actions and bright, shiny bores with crisp rifling. 51012-1 JS (25,000-50,000) – Lot 4362

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4363
$12,650.00

BRASS NAVAL CLOCK USED ON THE CSS ALABAMA, GREAT PROVENANCE AND HISTORY FROM DIRECT DESCENT OF CAPTAIN JOHN LOW, CSN.

This wonderful preserved bronze cased bulkhead clock measures 7-1/4″ in diameter, 3″ deep, keeps amazingly good time and has direct family descent like pistols sold in the previous lot. When Professor Stanley Hoole (1903-1990) did his research in 1957 on the CSS Alabama, he found this clock along with the log books for the CSS Florida and the CSS Tuscaloosa owned by Miss Doreen Low, a teacher in Ascot, Berkshire, England. Miss Low, who never married, was Captain John Low’s granddaughter and her estate was sold by Sotheby’s Parke-Bernet in London, 1983. This clock was a rare commodity and valuable asset to 19th century mariners along with other nautical tools, such as sextants, telescopes and charts. This clock is not a gimbaled chronograph thought of as a nautical engineers tool, but was an important instrument to Captain Low as he no doubt used it on the CSS Alabama and later when he was Master of the Tuscaloosa and preserved it in the family. John Hamilton, in his August 1984 The Gun Report article, states that after the death of Captain John Low in 1906 “…the mementos he so treasured during his life passed to various members of this family. The historic pair of Colt 1860 Army pistols, which are the subject of the writing, went to one of his sons, Herbert A. Low, along with the ship’s clock. Miss Doreen Low, the granddaughter of Captain John Low, inherited them from her father, Herbert A. Low. They remained in the family for some 120 years and did not come to the open market until the property of Miss Doreen Low, deceased, was disposed of at public auction by Sotheby Parke Bernet & Co.” PROVENANCE: Lt. John Low, CSN, 1861; Herbert A. Low, 1906; Miss Doreen Low; sold at Sotheby Parke-Bernet, London 1983; Alan Beadle, London; John Hamilton Collection, 1984; Craig Hamilton. CONDITION: Very good overall. Working and only off by a few minutes while cataloging over a period of 8 hours. Consignor stated that his father John G. Hamilton had this clock professionally restored by a clock maker without changing its components. Clock appears externally, at least, all orig, including thick beveled glass lens and hand-painted enamel face. Has only partial makers mark and “LONDON” visible on porcelain dial. There are no internal markings on the solid brass mechanism. There is some chipping of enamel around keyhole. 51012-2 JS (6,000-8,000) – Lot 4363

4364
$13,800.00

VERY FINE CONFEDERATE PALMETTO ARMORY PISTOL.

SN NSN. Cal. 54. This is the finest example of an orig Palmetto Armory secondary Confederate that has come to auction that we are aware. Only 1000 of this rare contract were purported to have been made and survival in fine condition is extremely rare. Markings are crisp and sharp. Gun is 100% orig and authentic and still retains bright orig brown finish on bottom of bbl and under bbl band. Dr. Fred Novy who has done considerable research on Palmetto arms over the last decade has found one of the distinct characteristics of these particular martials is that the bbls were browned. This brown however is quite fragile and is only seen on a handful of examples internally on uncleaned examples which are very scarce. Not only does this gun retain bright brown on bottom of bbl the entire surface of the bbl retains much of its orig brown. The lock and hammer have very crisp and fine markings and orig case colors in protected areas which is never seen. This would be a very difficult example to upgrade. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity and provenance from Dr. Frederick Novy. PROVENANCE: Ex-William Floyd Collection; Ex-Gary Bizacky Collection; Dr. Frederick G. Novy Collection. CONDITION: For a Confederate arm, this gun is in excellent condition. But by NRA standards it grades very good-fine. Bbl retains much of its orig thinning brown externally and bright brown in protected areas when disassembled. Lock is smooth and grey/plum overall with traces of case colors in protected areas and internally. Lock markings of “Palmetto Tree” surrounded by “Palmetto Armory, S.C.” are well struck and easily read as are “Columbia, S.C. 1852″. Bbl markings of “V/P”, “Palm Tree”, “Wm. Glaze” and “1853″ on bbl tang are crisp and easily discerned. Brass has a light mustard patina with scattered small scratches, dents and dings. The stock is sound and solid with good edges and a couple hairlines unaffecting aesthetics, hand worn patina with traces of old varnish. Mechanically gun is sound with a smooth bore with pitting. 50373-3 JS (10,000-15,000) – Lot 4364

4365
$27,025.00

FINE AND EXTREMELY RARE CONFEDERATE “C.L.DRAGOONS” COLT DRAGOON REVOLVER.

SN 19579. Cal. 44. The only Colts that were actually sold to a Confederate unit were a group of 3rd model Dragoons and a few Navies which were sold to John J. Crocheron a wealthy businessman from Elm Bluff, Alabama in early 1861; therefore the name “CROCHERON LIGHT DRAGOONS”. These guns are engraved on the bbls most likely by Colt C.L.DRAGOONS”. This particular Dragoon is made very close to the end of the Dragoon serial range, late 1860 with the rare 8″ bbl. There is an excellent article by Walter Anderson published in the January 1991 Gun Report which gives a detailed history of this unit and pictures this exact gun, which became a part of the 3rd Alabama Calvary which most of its command was utilized to protect commanding generals as escorts. The C L Dragoons were the personal escorts of Gen. Braxton Bragg early in 1862 en route to his command in Corinth, Mississippi just prior to the Battle of Shiloh; where this unit saw action and Capt. Robert W. Smith as commander was cited for “personal gallantry and intelligent execution of orders, frequently under the heaviest fire”. This unit continued as escorts and couriers for Bragg in the battles of Perryville, Murfreesboro, Chickamauga, and Chattanooga. When Gen. Joseph Johnston replaced Bragg as Commander of the Army of Tennessee, this unit continued as his personal escort. Late in 1864 when Confederate President Jefferson Davis impatient with Johnston’s actions and placed Gen. John Bell Hood in charge of the Army, again the “C. L. Dragoons” remained as Hood’s personal escort. Only about a dozen of these rare typically very hard used Confederate Colt’s are known and this is a fine orig example. PROVENANCE: Ex-Damon Mills Collection; Ex-James C. Mitchell, Mobile, Alabama; Pictured on pg 17 of “The Gun Report”, January 1991 in an article by Walter Anderson, Jr., “The C. L. Dragoons”. CONDITION: Very good overall. Metal cleaned with grey smooth surface overall with good markings and light pitting. Cylinder has matching color, discernible SN, no safety pins are retained, tiny hints of orig cylinder scene are visible. Matching SNs are found on bbl, loading arm, wedge, frame, trigger guard, backstrap, arbor and cylinder. Well fit grips retain traces orig factory varnish and penciled SN is only partially discernible, but little doubt are orig to this gun. Markings are very good and easily discerned including bbl address, “C.L. DRAGOONS” on left flat of bbl housing, patent marking on frame (top line weakly struck) and SNs. Gun appears completely orig and authentic. Mechanically gun functions well, crisp well defined rifling in bore. 50895-1 JS (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4365

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4366
$57,500.00

SPECTACULAR HISTORIC LEECH & RIGDON CONFEDERATE REVOLVER CAPTURED AT THE BATTLE OF MOBILE BAY, ALABAMA FROM THE CONFEDERATE IRONCLAD “CSS TENNESSEE”.

SN 605. Cal. 36. This is a standard model Leech & Rigdon revolver, part of first Confederate contract of November 26, 1862. What makes this gun so important is it’s condition and history. This is among the most iconic of all Confederate revolvers being universally recognized by most Confederate collectors and scholars. This gun has fabulous provenance and history and a large album of orig correspondence accompanies it. Herb Glass, Sr.(1916-1970), among the most respected of early antique firearms experts stated in accompanying orig 1956 letter “That Leech & Rigdon #605 is in my opinion, is the finest Confederate pistol in existence. It came to me directly from the person who bought it from the Harrington family and that family is still in existence in Yonkers, NY…Ensign Harrington wound up an Admiral and is a nationally known naval hero”. This gun is in wonderful condition with rarely seen silver presentation plaque finely engraved with it’s history “ENSIGN P. FRED. HARRINGTON / U.S. NAVY / U.S.S. MONONGAHELA / MOBILE BAY, ALABAMA / FRIDAY AUG. 5TH 1864 / CAPTURED WITH THE REBEL IRONCLAD / TENNESSEE”. Ensign Purnell Frederick Harrington (1844-1937) was a lifelong navy man, graduating from Annapolis September 1861, seeing much service advancing through the ranks. Harrington wrote a very detailed letter to his brother after the Battle of Mobile Bay which content can be found in provenance file, which should be read. “Altogether it was a desperate and plucky fight on both sides…the honor of capturing the finest ram ever built and the finest ironclad ever built belongs almost exclusively to wooden ships…Immediately after the fight, I went on board the ram. She is like the Atlanta but twice as powerful. Her gun deck was flesh and gore“. It is interesting to note Harrington’s mention of the CSS Atlanta as it is the only other vessel I know of to have a silver plaque commemorating it’s capture and that was LeMat SN 7 which was sold on these floors as Lot 1107, October 2007 at the time a record auction price for a Confederate handgun when it realizes $166,750. The historic Battle of Mobile Bay took place on August 5th, 1864. This was the last important defended Confederate port in the Gulf of Mexico east of the Mississippi River. Early on in the war, the Confederates realized they could not protect all of their ports and thus selected only the important ones to protect. To the Union, the closure of this port would be the last step in the completion of the blockade of that reason and thus very important, just as it was equally important to the Confederates to defend it. Rear Admiral David G. Farragut led the attack accompanied by an overwhelming force of naval vessels and a contingent of soldiers. The Confederates had 3 forts in the bay so not only was it imperative that they destroy the naval forces but also the forts. It was at this battle that Farragut is purported to have given the dramatic order, “Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead!” The Confederate fleet was far outnumbered and before the day was out, the only vessel left fighting was the ironclad CSS Tennessee. Despite this, she did not flee but engaged the entire Northern fleet. Because of her ironclad armor, she was able to inflict more injury than she received. Completely surrounded and fighting by herself, she was finally reduced to a motionless hulk. It was then and only then Admiral Buchanan finally surrendered. Within a few days, the forts were also captured and this last remaining Confederate port was now in Union hands. The capture of Mobile Bay was a coup for the North but most specifically for President Abraham Lincoln. The battle was extensively covered in publications of the day and due to the great success it was a morale booster for Lincoln and his people. It certainly assisted him in his reelection which took place only a few months after the battle. A rare Confederate revolver in this type of condition is indeed a prize item but when coupled with the impeccable provenance and association of such a significant historic engagement, it is truly a prize. This revolver is indeed iconic and a most rare opportunity for any serious collection of important Confederate arms. PROVENANCE: Ensign P. F. Harrington, USN, August 5, 1864; Harrington Family Estate to Herb Glass, Sr., Bullville, NY; Described on pg 51 of “The Original Confederate Colt” by William Albaugh & Richard Stuart, 1953; Ex-William Florence Collection, 1956; Ex-Clifford Young Collection; Pictured and described in The Boston Globe, January 23, 1966; Pictured on pg 21 “Confederate Revolvers” by Bill Gary, 1987′ Pictured and described on pg 323-324 of “Confederate Presentation Swords and Revolvers, Dan Hartzler, 1988. CONDITION: Very fine overall. 100% orig and matching. Gun is crisp retaining strong traces of orig finish in protected areas, otherwise an overall smooth grey/plum with a light mustard colored brass. SNs and bbl address are as crisp and well struck as you can find. Grips are fine and well fit, retaining about 90% of their orig varnish. Silver plaque is professional engraved, smooth with minor tiny cosmetic scratches. Mechanically revolver functions well, all 6 safety pins on cylinder are crisp and functional, bore is crisp with well defined rifling. 44797-26 JS (60,000-80,000) – Lot 4366

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4367
$15,525.00

RARE LEECH & RIGDON, EARLIEST STYLE MADE IN GREENSBORO GEORGIA AND HIGHEST SERIAL NUMBER “457” KNOWN OF THE PRE-CONFEDERATE CONTRACT REVOLVERS, FRESH FROM FAMILY ESTATE.

SN 457. Cal. 36. This particular gun is the highest known SN with the large “LEECH & RIGDON” bbl markings without “CSA” (“CSA” marked guns appear in the 494-1500 range). There are only 6 guns currently known in this early variant genre,(377, 399, 422, 439, 450 and 457). This gun has been retained in family since early 20th century. Our consignor states his Uncle (father’s brother) traded for the gun in Wilkes County Georgia, about 1920. Wilkes County is adjacent to Greensboro, Georgia and this Confederate revolver apparently stayed in that area for many years. The name “BOWDEN” is nicely applied on backstrap, most likely representing the soldier who carried the gun. A quick check of the Confederate soldier database indicates the likely owner, a sergeant from Banks County, which is only 50 miles from the manufacturer. George Bowden enlisted in 1862 in the 34th Georgia Infantry, was badly wounded at Bakers Creek, Mississippi and was mustered out late in 1864 in Augusta Georgia. This is an honest, original and complete example. Matching SN’s are found on bbl, loading arm, latch, arbor, frame, trigger guard, backstrap, cyl and stamped on bottom of grips, which is a scarce feature only occurring on a few early guns. The wedge has no SN but appears to be the correct spring type and appears original with matching condition and patina. The “LEECH & RIGDON” bbl markings are the best and clearest noted on any guns in this serial range. Later in “CSA” production, bbl markings are less discernible even on highest condition guns. This indicates that the die deteriorated with use and was not changed. CONDITION: Good to very good overall. Metal is overall dark with old cleaning, staining and pitting. SN’s are all discernible. Early gunsmithing efforts to tighten arbor evident. Gun has traces of case colors and blue in well at bottom of bbl showing this gun was put up in fairly nice condition and has had storage issues over the years. Grips are well fit, retaining thin traces of original varnish and easily discerned stamped SN on left butt; there are 2 small chips on either inside toe. Cyl has numerous dings and gashes and safety pins are smashed from dry firing. Mechanically gun functions intermittently. Cock holds well in both positions. Bore is crisp with well-discerned rifling. Orig brass cone front sight shows minor wear as does the right edge of muzzle from holster wear. Accompanying holster is sound and displays gun well with much crazing, small reductions and old repairs to sewing where it has come loose, based on extra sewing lines on holster, the holster appears to be made of re-used military leather, possibly Confederate made as it emulates US made military flap holsters. 50400-1 JS (15,000-20,000) – Lot 4367

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4368
$0.00

RARE LEECH & RIGDON CONFEDERATE REVOLVER.

SN 571. This is a very good complete Confederate revolver, appears 100% orig and authentic. Leech & Rigdon has a colorful history starting their manufacturing operations in Memphis, Tennessee, being chased by advancing Union troops moving first to Columbus, Mississippi, and then to Greensboro, Georgia, where this particular gun was made. Leech & Rigdon had a contract with the Confederate Government for the manufacture of 1500 revolvers (on the Colt’s patent) so, at Greensboro, they continued to manufacture pistols in fulfillment of that contract. “Records from the Augusta Arsenal indicate that from September of 1863 to March of 1864, some 903 revolvers were received from Leech & Rigdon, 814 of which were issued. SN 571, was no doubt, one of the 814 issued”. PROVENANCE: Ex-Damon Mills; Jim Green Collection, 2003. CONDITION: Gun overall is very good for a surviving Confederate revolver with sharp fairly crisp edges though overall metal is finely pitted, iron a matching brown/gray. Matching SNs are found on bbl, frame, trigger guard, backstrap, cylinder, loading assembly, loading lever catch, cylinder pin, and wedge. Iron frames on Leech & Rigdon often show casting flaws however this examples frame is quite smooth with only the tiniest flaws. A cryptic “N” is found on both sides of trigger bow. “LEECH & RIGDON CSA” markings are found on top bbl flat, though several letters are light as can be seen in photos. Brass is fairly smooth with several large dents in butt with a light mustard colored patina. Grips are sound, solid and well fit with heavy tacking marks on butts. Gun is mechanically fine with crisp well defined rifling in bore. 50581-1 JS (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4368

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4369
$0.00

RARE CONFEDERATE RIGDON & ANSLEY REVOLVER.

SN 1851. All SNs on this revolver are stamped with the correct small number dies. It is also to be noted that the number “1” is a broken die which became broken at pistol #1237, continuing to be used through the small-die run to R&A pistol #1900, or thereabouts. This gun has cryptic “J” stamped on the bottom of trigger guard above the trigger bow. All parts are serial numbered #1851, that are normally serial numbered including bbl housing, latch, loading arm frame, arbor, cylinder, backstrap and trigger guard. Wedge is not numbered. The stocks are also serial numbered internally in channel. Rigdon & Ansley #1851, with its “CSA” barrel marking is in fine condition, retaining traces of its original blue finish and traces of original muted case colors. Sometime in late November or early December of 1862, the firm of Leech & Rigdon, then located in Columbus, Mississippi, contracted with the Confederate Government to manufacture percussion revolvers of the Colt patent design, though contract was not signed for 1500 guns until firm settled in Greensboro, GA. With Union troops threatening the Columbus area, Leech & Rigdon moved its operation (its third move) to Greensboro, Georgia, where they began turning out revolvers in March of 1863. Approximately 1000 revolvers were produced at Greensboro, before it was again necessary to move because of Yankee pressure in the area. The Leech & Rigdon partnership split up in January of 1864, and Rigdon took all the gun-making machinery with him, moved to Augusta, Georgia (the fourth and last move) forming a new partnership with Jesse Ansley. Rigdon & Ansley assumed the responsibility of completing the original Leech & Rigdon contract, by manufacturing the remaining 500 revolvers of that model, then going on with a new contract to furnish 1500 Rigdon & Ansley revolvers. While the Rigdon & Ansley revolvers were practically identical in design to the Leech & Rigdons, there were some changes made which were considered improvements at the time. The most obvious change was the addition of six (6) more cylinder stops in the Rigdon & Ansley, and the omission of the locking pins on the rear shoulders of the cylinder. This was thought to be a safety improvement in that it allowed the cylinder to be locked in place with the hammer resting between the percussion nipples. An additional change was the milling-out of a groove in the recoil shield, which now came to be called a “cap release groove”, which allowed spent percussion caps an easier exit from the frame, so that they were expelled via the groove at the right top side of the recoil shields as the cylinder rotated to the right in the firing and re-cocking procedure, after each round was fired. This “cap release groove” is found on R&A #1851, along with the employment of a “Colt-type” loading lever latching assembly, rather than Leech & Rigdon ball and pin type catches. This is a fine example of Georgia made Rigdon & Ansley with long collection history. PROVENANCE: Ex-Rev. Jack Tatum Collection, Augusta Georgia, 1970’s; Ex-Charlie Salter Collection, 1979; Ex-Roger Ballard Collection, 1989; Ex-R.E. Neville Jr.; Ex-Jerry Fertetta, Richmond, VA; Jim Greene Collection, 2004. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall, matching throughout though no SN on correct style restored wedge, all major parts orig, otherwise. Bbl retains tiny traces of orig blue finish with balance plum/brown with scattered nicks, dings, scratches and pin prick pitting. Cylinder and frame have matching plum/brown color with pitting. Front brass post sight is original and retains conal shape with slight holster wear to left side of muzzle. Brass trigger guard and backstrap have yellow patina. Grips are sound and well fit with thin traces of original varnish. Mechanically gun functions well, with well discerned rifling in bore. 50581-2 JS (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4369

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4370
$0.00

VERY RARE CONFEDERATE C.H. RIGDON AUGUSTA GEORGIA REVOLVER.

SN 2154. Cal. 36. This is a very rare marking combination gun with only 3 specimens noted (SN 2180 and 2182 are the other examples). SN 2182 was sold as Lot #3364 on these floors in October, 2015. These Confederate contract revolvers instead of having just the normal “CSA” surcharge on one bbl flat, are marked on the three top flats of the part oct bbl housing “CH RIGDON”, “CSA” and “AUGUSTA GA” and as noted only 2 other examples are known. All major components of this gun appear original and matching SN “2154” appears on the loading arm, latch, bbl housing, frame, trigger guard, backstrap, cyl and penciled in backstrap channel of grips. PROVENANCE: Ex-Norm Flayderman Collection, 1988; Ex-Burney Crooke Collection; Ex-Gene Mathis Collection, 2006. CONDITION: Overall good to very good, with old cleaning by noted antique firearms restorer Jay Huber. Jay cleaned this gun for Norm Flayderman when in his collection. Metal surfaces are gray and smooth. SNs are still strong and easy to read however, bbl markings are weak, but mostly discernible however, as can be seen in photos. The wedge and arbor without grease grooves are not serialized and are replaced possibly at time of use as surfaces match gun. Grips are well fit with hand worn patina. Mechanically pistol functions well with crisp discernible rifling in bore. 50155-1 (25,000-35,000) – Lot 4370

4371
$20,125.00

CONFEDERATE SPILLER & BURR REVOLVER WITH RARE “SPILLER & BURR” MARKING, “CS” AND SERIAL NUMBERED CYLINDER.

SN 203. Cal. 36. Spiller & Burrs were made in Atlanta and then Macon, Georgia with a total production of less than 1,500 guns. This particular brass framed copy of a Whitney revolver is the most difficult of the major Confederate manufacturers to find, especially with full firm marking “SPILLER & BURR” on top bbl flat. “C.S.” is boldly marked on left side of frame and matching SNs are found on bbl, frame, cylinder, trigger guard and one of the two orig wood grips. PROVENANCE: Exhibited in Denver, Colorado sporting goods store from 1950’s til purchased by John Maddox in 2003; Dr. Frederick G. Novy Collection. CONDITION: Gun is good overall, gun appears orig with matching SNs found on bbl, frame, backstrap, trigger guard and cylinder. SN is also found penciled inside left grip with large stamped “W” inspector on bottom of right. Orig Spiller arbor is SN 284. Loading arm is unserialized and is probably restored as is front latch. Some internal parts are restored and nose of hammer has very old repair. Integral backstrap internally has cryptic “M” stamped on left side upside down. Grips are sound and well fit with hand worn patina with much edge wear and putty repairs at either rear toe. Mechanically gun holds cock and rotates cylinder, but sloppily. bore retains crisp discernible rifling and front brass cone sight has been re-shaped into larger lower sphere like shotgun (possibly for easier access in and out of holster). Regardless, this is an attractive gun with a crisp “CS” marking, good firm mark and SN’d cylinder, rarely offered. 50373-4 JS (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4371

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4372
$18,400.00

WONDERFUL BATTLE FIELD RELIC CONFEDERATE 1ST MODEL GRISWOLD REVOLVER.

SN 877. Cal. 36. This revolver resided in The Civil War Life and Home Front Museum in Fredericksburg, VA from 2000-2012 when it closed. This is a most unusual early battle field pick-up with a wonderful surface, clearly showing two exploded chambers that reveal the flawed iron that was utilized in manufacture. Samuel Griswold, the largest producer of Confederate revolvers, had an ingenious idea of hardening iron by twisting heated bar stock. The twist is clearly seen in this cylinder and the breaks follow those lines. There is not another example extant that so vividly shows Confederate ingenuity that did not work in this particular instance. PROVENANCE: Terry Thomann purchased in 2000 from family who stated it had been in family since 1906 and was found near Virginia battlefield. Civil War Life and Home Front Museum, Fredericksburg, VA, 2000-2012. CONDITION: Very good overall, traces of blue in protected areas, otherwise iron is dark plum/brown. This gun is all orig and matching with exception of base pin which has been replaced with a threaded bolt quite cleverly as it must have broken when the chambers exploded. Brass with old burnish, catch is loose in dove tailed slot. Bbl measures 7-5/16″ being slightly trimmed from the orig 7-1/2″, the front sight has been altered to a short brass blade instead of the standard brass pin. Grips are orig, well fit with light tacking marks on butt. Matching SN 877 is found on right side of bbl, cylinder and frame. Secondary number 77 is found on loading arm, hammer and trigger guard. The wedge is not numbered and is of spring-type, however it has matching patina and appears contemporary to use of gun, wedge screw is missing. Cryptic “B” is found on bottom of bbl near catch, right side of frame, backstrap and trigger guard. An additional cryptic “0” is found on backstrap and trigger guard along with Roman number “IIII”. Crisp rifling in bore and mechanically still indexes and cocks. 50346-1 JS (15,000-20,000) – Lot 4372

4373
$0.00

VERY RARE EARLY GRISWOLD REVOLVER.

SN 133. This is a most unusual gun and one of very few noted being transitional between 1st model 1st types and standard 1st models. SN 90 is the highest known on 1st model 1st type, SN 114 is an excavated frame only and is made of iron. This example is the earliest standard 1st model with large trigger bow that I can document. SN’s 105 and 117 are listed by William Albaugh in Confederate Handguns, but we can not substantiate these numbers and we know 3 other early SN’s are noted to be not original. SN 135 is also known and of a very similar configuration to subject here as is the next substantiated SN known 174 which is at “Battle Abbey” in Richmond, Virginia. Other SN’s known under SN 200 are SN’s 179, 186, 194 and 198. This particular gun appears 100% original and authentic and full SN’s are found on right side of bbl housing, frame and cyl. Full SN 133 is also found on loading arm, wedge, hammer, trigger guard and backstrap where as guns as early as serial 186 secondary numbers were being utilized. Cryptic “V” is found on wedge (which is only seen on earliest guns), left side of loading arm pivot (which I don’t remember seeing before, but maybe seen in other early guns), back of cyl (inside diameter, which also is only seen on earliest guns), left side of backstrap and trigger guard. The grips internally in channel are also stamped with “V”. As with other early 1st models there are no Roman numerals. The frame pins are steel which I do not recall on any other standard 1st models but is present on all 1st model 1st types. This is an outstanding rare early Griswold that would fit into any advanced Confederate revolver collection. PROVENANCE: Ex-Dick Kennedy, Atlanta Georgia; Ex-Jim Williams Collection, Atlanta. CONDITION: Good to very good overall, metal shows old cleaning with staining and pitting. SN’s and cryptics are all crisp and easily discerned. Gun appears totally original and complete externally with exception of loading lever screw. Grips are sound and solid with some sanding on bottoms with small putty repairs to inside toes. Front sight is an improvised blade which utilized the orig pin base which appears contemporary to use. Mechanically gun indexes sporadically and only holds half cock. Discernible rifling is found in pitted bore. 50560-1 JS (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4373

4374
$25,875.00

EXTREMELY FINE CONFEDERATE GRISWOLD 2ND MODEL REVOLVER.

SN 2046. Cal. 36. The most popular brass frame Griswold Revolver was made by Samuel Griswold from converted cotton gin factory near Macon, Georgia. Confederate soldiers lucky enough to be issued a Confederate made “Colt” often wrote of their pride in ownership of such high Southern quality. Rare are these revolvers in high condition. This is a standard 2nd Model Griswold revolver having half oct bbl housing being among the finest “as found” 100% orig, matching and authentic examples. This gun overall is in very good condition by NRA standards but extremely fine and among the best for Confederate revolvers. Metal on this gun was somehow cleaned many years ago, though there are no abrasive marks on wood, brass or steel from cleaning. The gun was then varnished or shellacked with traces still seen on stocks and metal recesses. This gun is SNd 2046 on right side of bbl housing, frame, and cylinder. Secondary number “6” found stamped on wedge, hammer, trigger, hand, loading arm, bottom of trigger guard, bottom of grip strap and stamped on right grip on butt. A cryptic “B” is found on back of frame on right, right side of trigger guard, right side of backstrap and back of cylinder. A Roman numeral “VII” is found on backstrap and trigger guard. This extremely fine Griswold revolver though only exhibits thin traces of external finish, looks almost new internally and ranks among the top surviving Confederate brass framed revolvers. PROVENANCE: Ex-Damon Mills Collection, Montgomery, Alabama; Ex-Donald Tharpe Collection, 1991; Ex-Dr. Robert Jaffee Collection, 1999; Estate of Tig Sogoian. CONDITION: Overall extremely fine and crisp, very sharp edges. Metal is bright/grey and as stated does not appear to have been cleaned. Brass has a similar bright matching color with light mustard patina. Traces of bright blue in protected areas. Iron surfaces overall show areas of lamination that really highlight the poor quality of iron and steel Samuel Griswold utilized in manufacture. Of the numerous Griswold revolvers that I have examined over many years, I have never seen a crisper example and have never seen the visible flaws in the iron and brass as seen on this example. This gun has always been a conversation piece among the most advanced of Confederate collectors since it was orig discovered by Damon Mills almost 40 years ago. Every screw in this gun appears orig and crisp, still showing the distinctive finishing marks associated with this maker. Cylinder retains all 6 safety pins and rarely seen crisp cryptic mark protected by a safety pin. Ratcheting is still crisp and sharp. Grips are well fit with dark hand worn patina with rounding at each toe. Butt was used as tack hammer and there are numerous small marks on the butt of either grip and buttstrap; the secondary number “6” is still crisp on buttstrap but only partially discernible on right grip. Grips have shrunk slightly and have several small cosmetic dents and scratches. All markings described are crisp and clearly struck. Mechanically, the gun is sound. Sharp, well discerned rifling with light areas of pitting in the bore. 50763-4 JS (30,000-40,000) – Lot 4374

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4375
$6,900.00
Revised: 9/29/2016

Please Note: Great news!! The trigger guard is NOT a facsimile and NOT excavated as stated in the description. It is a genuine antique trigger guard.

LARGE EXCAVATED ARCHIVE OF SAMUEL GRISWOLD PISTOL PARTS FROM FACTORY SITE.

SN 43X. This amazing archive of items actually found by our consignor and others collected show relics of the Samuel Griswold Confederate pistol factory in Griswoldville, GA destroyed by General W. T. Sherman in late 1864. As can be seen in photographs, you will see original piece of bar stock that most everything was made from to start with. There are 3 cyls in various unfinished form, 1 drilled and ready for cones, there are broken pieces of brass backstrap and a broken brass excavated frame found elsewhere serial numbered 356, there is an unfinished bbl and housing, several loading arms and arbors in various unfinished states, along with over a dozen triggers, hands, wedges and 9 hammers in various states of manufacture. This is a unique group of relics that help tell the story of the most prolific Confederate revolver maker. CONDITION: Most parts have heavy pitting and iron patina as typical with excavated material, most have been cleaned, brass appears as found. There is a facsimile trigger guard and backstrap have been added for display purposes which are both in very good condition. 50890-3 JS (6,000-8,000) – Lot 4375

4376
$10,350.00

EXCAVATED ARCHIVE OF GUN PARTS FROM THE DANCE BROTHERS PISTOL FACTORY, ANDERSON, TEXAS.

SN NSN. This spectacular and unique framed and mounted collection of excavated Confederate gun parts from the famous Dance Brothers factory site. Most of these artifacts are photographed and pictured on pgs. 131 – 141 of Gary Wiggins text Dance & Brothers: Texas Gunmakers of the Confederacy, 1987. Not only are there components of the Dance revolver, there are parts of U.S. muskets where Dance most likely were repairing guns for local Texas units. With the exception of a complete backstrap, all major parts for Dance revolver parts are represented here. A most unusual piece photographed on pg 147 of the Wiggins book and displayed in the upper left corner of display is a guide used in the production of hammers, seeing whether the hammer blank was milled to specifications. 56″ l x 21″ w display-case houses over 100 artifacts that have been cleaned and conserved, many with descriptive tags. There is not another grouping like this known. PROVENANCE: Ex-Gary Wiggins Collection; Ex-Chandler Wingfield Collection, 1989; Ex-Thornton Jones Collection. CONDITION: For excavated iron, very good to fine overall with iron patina, rust and pitting. Mounting is solid with components and descriptive plaques all discernible. 50816-1 JS (10,000-20,000) – Lot 4376

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4377
$60,375.00

EXTREMELY RARE AND FINE CONFEDERATE BABY LEMAT PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 31. Cal. 32/410. This is among the rarest of all Confederate revolvers with only 14 known examples. This is also the finest example standard military model known being 100% orig and complete and matching in every regard. Gun retains much of its orig finish, mechanically crisp having seen little use and well cared for. The diminutive Baby LeMats are among the great mysteries in Confederate handgun collecting. Made in the earliest configuration with reciprocating pin mechanism. Several of the surviving specimens are inspected by Confederate Naval officer Lieutenant William H Murdaugh, denoted by an “M”. This specimen has a “B” on cyl face (as do most) without Murdaugh’s “M”. The highest known SN on this model is 83 and is inspected by Murdaugh and is currently part of the Power House Museum, Sydney, Australia. If you want the finest production military model Baby LeMat known from a premiere collection, this is it. Accompanying gun is a well written monograph by noted Confederate revolver expert Fred Edmunds. PROVENANCE: Gary Bizacky Collection, Springlake, MI; Richard Ferry; Pictured on pgs 87 and 89 “The Confederate LeMat Revolver”; Ex-Fred Edmunds Collection. CONDITION: Fine overall. Bbl retains 90% + orig thinning blue, bright in protected areas. Cyl retains strong traces of bright orig blue with balance silver-gray/blue. Balance of metal has matching silver-gray color with some pitting on right side of lower bbl. Gun appears complete and orig, well fit and fine. All parts normally SN’d are numbered including bbls, frame, cyl, hammer, loading arm, ramrod, plunger, loading lever screw, grip screw, ratchet arm, frame latch, trigger guard tang, trigger and rarely seen orig oiler in butt. Grips are marked with stars that correspond to an identical star stamped internally on gripstrap. Mechanically crisp. Bright, shiny bores and crisp nipples retaining much of their orig finish. Stocks are sound, well fit with crisp checkering. 51055-1 JS (60,000-80,000) – Lot 4377

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4378
$120,750.00

KRIDER LEMAT PATENT REVOLVER SERIAL NUMBER 2, THE PERSONAL REVOLVER OF COL. ALEXANDER LEMAT HIMSELF.

SN 2. Cal 40/16. Among the greatest rarities in LeMat revolvers are the two patent models made for Dr. Alexander LeMat. These first two revolvers made by John Krider, SN 1 and SN 2 were most likely used at the US military trials in New Orleans in March 1859 and later at the Washington Arsenal in May of 1859. Doug Adams in his excellent text The Confederate LeMat Revolver, 2005, conveys the success of the Grapeshot Revolver: The trials brought great success and reviews of the weapon were enthusiastically positive. Published comments include “….after a close examination of said arm, we consider it a great and important improvement on Colt’s revolver…we consider this arm far superior to any we have seen for the use of cavalry…it is also indispensable for artillerists in defending their pieces…its advantages in the naval service in boarding or repelling boarders is too obvious. This group recommended immediate introduction of the arm into our military and naval services.” Krider is also known to have made a cased engraved “patent pistol” October 24, 1859 for Charles Girard. Charles Girard was orig involved and witnessed the patent documents 3 years earlier of Col. LeMat and became his and P.G.T. Beauregard’s business partner. LeMat and his new partner’s, P.G.T. Beauregard and Charles Girard, early in 1859 must have contracted with Auguste Francotte to manufacture a small quantity of revolvers based on the Krider prototypes. There are six known Francotte made pistols closely emulating the Krider pistols, with highest SN known 20. The finest known Francotte, SN 16, was sold on these floors as Lot #2218, March 2016. These must be the guns that Beauregard was advertising in the New Orleans newspapers as early as May 21, 1859 just two weeks after testing at the Washington Arsenal where “This board was also impressed, suggested some minor adjustments and recommended that “this arm be subjected to trial by hands of troops that are in actually service in the field”. One such Francotte made gun was actually inscribed as a Christmas gift in 1863 to an officer in the 16th Maine. This unit was heavily engaged all through Virginia and most likely this weapon was captured and given as a gift. In the texts by Alain Serpette and later by Val Forgett and prior to the discovery of this revolver, these authors believed the Francotte made guns were actually products of Krider. Adams in his most recent text, points this incorrect correlation out, noting that indeed there are only 2 Krider made LeMat’s known. This cataloger feels quite strongly that this is the most important gun relating to the development of the iconic LeMat grapeshot revolver. Again, quoting from Doug Adams’ great text as to the likely theory that this indeed was Col. LeMat’s personal revolver. “The “COL.” marking, which appears to have been added to the barrel {which does not appear on SN 1}. This could indicate ownership of the pistol by LeMat, himself, or an attempt to use his new rank to gain acceptance with military inspectors. Further, one must question who, other than LeMat himself, would bother to add this title to the address, given that the name “A. LeMat” was already present. The fact that this piece came out of Northern France in the mid-1900’s and that LeMat retired in that same region in the late 1800’s lends support to the “educated deduction” that this may have been his personal gun”. This is a remarkable rarity in American arms collecting being the only known American made LeMat in private hands. The only other American made prototype SN 1 is in the Liege Arms Museum. It was obtained by the Liege Arms Museum directly from Francotte in 1891. This represents an extraordinary opportunity to personally own what is perhaps the most significant LeMat in existence. PROVENANCE: Dr. Alexander LeMat, 1859; Ex-Doug Adams & Clifford Young, 2003; Ex-Clifford & Lynne Young Collection; Photographed and described on pg 20-31 of The Confederate LeMat Revolver, Doug Adams. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Gun is complete and authentic in every regard. Metal is overall grey with staining. Markings are crisp and well discerned. There are traces of blue finish in protected areas. Brass trigger guard and backstrap retain about 20% of their silver plating. Checkered stocks are well fit with hand worn patina and a few minor dents and bruises. Brass and steel also have scattered areas of cosmetic dents and bruising. Mechanically, gun functions well with crisp, well defined rifling. 44797-27 JS (60,000-80,000) – Lot 4378

4379
$32,775.00

RARE AND VERY FINE “AS FOUND” EARLY 1ST MODEL LEMAT CONFEDERATE REVOLVER FRESH TO MARKET.

SN 178. Cal. 42/18. This is a fine and complete orig example of a rarely offered 1st Model LeMat just discovered in a New York estate and was unknown to collecting community until now. The family has no idea of where the gun came from, but know that it has been in the family for a very long time. Ironically, this gun is only a few SNs removed from several famous identified LeMat revolvers. This gun has all the rare 1st Model features, including earliest bbl markings of “COL. LeMAT’S PATENT”, loading assembly attached to bbl on right side of gun, spur trigger guard and pinned lanyard ring stud, reciprocating pin cylinder rotation system. This gun is all orig, complete and functional. SN “178” is found on every part where SN’s are normally found including shotgun bbl, loading arm, frame and cylinder. 1st Model LeMat’s are rarely found today, especially complete with loading assembly, of which there are probably no more than 10 or 20 fine examples known. There are several 1st Model LeMat’s in various museum collections identified to important Confederate personalities, such as P.G.T. Beauregard (SNs 8 & 427), Maj. Gen. John Lewis (SN 88), Stonewall Jackson (SN unknown), JEB Stuart (SN 115) and Henry Wirz (189), Commander of Andersonville Prison. SN 183 just 5 SNs apart from subject gun was captured on the CSS Florida. PROVENANCE: Estate of Norman Weiss, New York. CONDITION: Fine overall. Strong traces of orig blue finish on bbl, cylinder, frame, trigger guard and backstrap, with balance a dark plum/grey. Gun was not disassembled, but appears all orig and matching with exception of one professional restored screw. Stocks are crisp, well fit with light diamond point wear and scuffing, hand worn patina. Mechanically crisp with defined bores. 50949-1 JS (25,000-30,000) – Lot 4379

4380
$9,200.00

CONFEDERATE LEMAT GRAPESHOT REVOLVER.

SN 1841. Cal. 42/18 Bore. This is a fine orig example of the standard production LeMat grape-shot revolver. Standard production guns, often called 2nd Models, feature improvements made by LeMat that worked the best after lots of service in the field by Confederates in the field reporting problems in the early Civil War years. This early 2nd Model still utilizes LeMat’s unique reciprocating pin locking mechanism which would be changed somewhere in the next 100 or so guns to less complicated “interrupted cog” cyl locking system. The revolver has the distinctive LeMat 9-shot cyl. 42 cal rifled bbl with smooth bore ‘grape-shot’ 18 ga bbl for firing buckshot. The top bbl flat is marked “Col. LeMat Bte s.g.d.g. Paris” which is the standard addressing on LeMat standard production guns. There were about 2000 Paris made LeMat revolvers all made for Confederate service and only a small percentage are found complete, retaining orig loading assemblies. This example appears orig and authentic in every regard with matching SNs & secondary numbers on every part normally numbered including bbl, shotgun bbl, loading arm, removable rammer, plunger, ramrod screw, frame, trigger, hammer (shotgun selector is replaced), cyl, frame latch, grips, grip screw and no doubt other internal parts if gun had been further disassembled. LeMat revolvers were prized by their Confederate owners (and the Yankee capturers too). Many notable Confederate Generals and Officers were known to have carried these unique weapons. In Charles Frazier’s 1997 National Book Awards winning Cold Mountain the book’s hero Inman proudly owned a pair of LeMat revolvers showing how well known this particular revolver is among modern culture. PROVENANCE: The Collection of Daniel C. Scott. CONDITION: Gun overall is grey, with areas of staining and pitting. Bbl address and SNs are all crisp and well defined. This gun by NRA standards grades good, by Confederate standards, however, it is a fine example. As stated above, guns appears complete and all matching with exception of hammer ears which are broken off and a restored shotgun selector which color is a close match to orig overall patina. The spring catch that holds loading assembly is also replaced. Stocks are crisp, solid & sound, very well fit with crisp checkering, good color and grain with few minor blemishes unaffecting aesthetics. Mechanically gun indexes and hammer holds cock and half-cock positions well, however the reciprocating pin that locks cyl in place does not function. 50717-1 (12,500-17,500) – Lot 4380

4381
$6,900.00

EXCEPTIONAL CASED TRANTER PERCUSSION REVOLVER, “A B GRISWOLD & CO, NEW ORLEANS”.

SN 19383. Cal. 120 bore. Scarce New Orleans agent marked cased Tranter’s Patent Double Action Revolver in like new condition. 8-1/2″ 120 bore which is about 32 cal. Blue and color case hardened with 3-3/16″ oct bbl with small dovetailed pin front sight and fixed rear sight at the rear of the top strap. Rammer is mounted to left side of frame. Revolver is double action, engraved, 5-shot cyl, mounted with a checkered 1-pc walnut grip. Left front side of the frame and rammer handle are stamped “TRANTER’S PATENT” and the top strap is engraved “A B GRISWOLD & CO., NEW ORLEANS”. Revolver is very nicely engraved with tasteful and well-executed foliate arabesque patterns and engraved rammer screw head. Accompanied by its orig English mahogany casing. Interior is green felt lined and compartmented in the bottom for the revolver, Dixon bag flask, its orig Tranter’s Patent marked brass 2-cavity bullet mold with blued steel sprue cutter marked “120” is retained. Also in case are 3 fine labeled tins for caps, balls and lubricating compound. There are 3 wood-handled gun tools and a fine James Dixon pewter oiler. It would difficult to find a finer example of this pistol. CONDITION: Revolver is extremely fine overall, retaining virtually all its orig blue finish on bbl, frame and cyl with only minor cosmetic losses, especially on frontstrap. Trigger guard which was fired blue retains only strong traces of finish and is otherwise grey. Grips are fine with sharp, crisp cross hatching. Buttcap is crisp with only traces of finish. Mechanically, gun is fine with crisp fine bore. Casing is sound and solid with the usual cosmetic scratches and bruises expected after 150 years. Green velvet lining is light faded, soiled and worn through where top of gun and front sight abutt. Flask retains about 80% orig varnish, tension spring retains most of its orig fire blue. Mold is fine, retaining most of its blue to sprue cutter, other tools are all fine. Slight reduction to one label as can be seen in photos. Orig functioning key is still retained along with 3 additional nipples. 50412-45 JS (7,000-9,000) – Lot 4381

4382
$0.00

EXTREMELY RARE AND FINE CIVIL WAR “STATE OF NEW YORK” DELAFIELD RIFLED FIELD GUN, SERIAL NUMBER 3.

SN 3. This particular cannon is in beautiful condition with great markings and wonderful carriage utilizing orig iron hardware. This cannon is number “3” of 13 delivered to the Commissary General of the State of New York, March 18, 1862 and was thought to have been issued and used by the “Excelsior” State New York Battery. Richard Delafield (1798-1893) was a Major General during the Civil War and Chief of US Engineers and former Superintendent of the United States Military Academy at West Point. Delafield was in charge of the defenses of New York Harbor in 1861, when he designed this cannon that shot a pre-engraved projectile which was unique at the beginning of the war, but later adopted for other rifled cannon. Cannon measures 78″ overall with bore length of 72-1/2″. Cannon is marked on top between trunnions “S.N.Y.”. Right trunnion marked “MMW & CO”. (Moores M. White & Co., finisher), over “IGJ” (Isaac Gale Johnson, foundry). Left trunnion dated “1862” above Richard Delafield’s initials “R.D.”. Muzzle face at top “No 3” and “3.67”. Cannon weight is stamped under cascabel “1016” lbs, just over weights of M-1841 six-pounders, for better power in the battlefield. Accompanying cannon is an orig Civil War albumen photograph of Delafield, about 7″ x 5″ oval mounted on larger board. There is also a photograph of the cannon being fired by present consignor at the N-S.S.A. Nationals in Winchester, VA. 1980 where it won a 2nd place award for live fire accuracy at 200 yards. Also included are old copies of the 1861 engineering diagram drawn up General Delafield with notes. Additional information provided by consignor can be seen in provenance. These three items are all in one large frame. Of the four known Delafield rifles of this contract, this example is by far the best and one of only two privately owned. This is an impressive and great rarity among Civil War cannon. PROVENANCE: Jack Singer, Peekskill, NY, 1971; Bernard and Ken Kurdt, Wappingers Falls, NY, 1975. CONDITION: Fine overall, markings mostly crisp. Slight weakness in trunnion and muzzle marks, but still all discernible as can be seen in photos. Cannon measures 136″ from muzzle to trail, 80″ hub to hub. Carriage is very good to fine with strong wood components professionally restored, utilizing some orig irons with pitting and other good restorations that are overall smooth. Carriage properly painted with additional 1-1/2″ red painted bands on hubs for visibility when used in recent demonstrations, easily painted over black to match. Accompanying projectile with malleable iron pre-engraved rifling on sabot is 9-1/2″ tall, weighing 12-1/2″ lbs with pewter Parrott time fuse. The frame of documents measures 25″ x 19″, orig albumen photograph of Delafield is mounted on a 10-1/2″ x 8″ board is light faded, foxed with light staining 51089-1 JS (60,000-90,000) – Lot 4382

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4383
$21,850.00

EXTREMELY RARE ORIGINAL CIVIL WAR FIELD ARTILLERY CAISSON DATED 1862, COMPLETE WITH IMPLEMENTS AND AMMUNITION CHESTS.

During the Civil War, theoretically, each field cannon would have a caisson which would accompany the limber and carriage. The caisson had two ammunition chests, tools and an extra wheel. Survival of orig caissons is very small much more rare than orig carriages which are also extremely rare as 150 year old wood does not hold up very well that rarely had indoor storage. The caisson here is stamped on top of the trail “CONN 1862″ in 5″ panel. We know of no other similar marked caissons. All wood in caisson is orig as is wood in the attached extra wheel, though there is wood restoration to the regulation 57″ wheels. All hardware is orig. Both limber chests are orig, with orig copper tops, central dividers internally and some compartment pieces for 3” rifled projectiles. Also, accompanying this caisson are period axe & pick, handspike and a shovel. The shovel is interesting in that it appears to have a bullet hole through the spade. This is a rare display item, few museums possess. It would be interesting to know which Connecticut light artillery unit originally used this rare survivor. CONDITION: Wood and iron are painted, marine epoxy was used for restoration of the orig wood in places, iron patina. We wouldn’t recommend using this in the field, but it seems sound and solid for display. 50745-1 JS (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4383

4384
$4,025.00

BRITISH 24-POUNDER CARRONADE, CIRCA 1800.

There is an identical example on display in the City Museum of Alexandria, VA that was found in the Potomac River with War of 1812 history. Our example was found in Sandwich, MA, no doubt left by an unknown British ship. Carronades are differentiated from other cannon by the use of a cast loop for carriage attachment as opposed to trunnions. This design originally produced in Carron, Scotland about 1775 allowed for more maneuverability with limited deck space on ships. Few military carronades ever come to market. This example still retains the British broad arrow proof on top of bbl and is a rare survivor of the War of 1812 era. PROVENANCE: Ex-Springfield Arsenal, LLC Artillery Collection. CONDITION: Cannon measures 55″ overall; breech is about 13″ dia & bbl length is about 40″. Gun is good overall. Black painted with pitting and iron patina, broad arrow proof is barely discernible near center of top of bbl. Bore is rusted and flaking. 50402-1 (6,000-8,000) – Lot 4384

4385
$24,999.85

EXTENSIVE ARCHIVE INCLUDING CASED PAIR OF INSCRIBED PRESENTATION COLT NAVY’S TO COLONEL GUSTAVUS SNIPER, 185TH NEW YORK “HERO OF QUAKER ROADS”, ONE OF THE LAST ACTIONS OF THE CIVIL WAR FOUGHT UNDER GENERAL JOSHUA CHAMBERLAIN.

SN 111188/111225. Cal. 36. On March 29th, before the afternoon was half gone, a Rebel brigade of 4 regiments was encountered on the Quaker Road, about ten miles southwest from Petersburg. The 185th regiment, under the command of Colonel Sniper, went into battle with less than 600 officers and men. This fight is a memorable one in the history of the regiment. Coming suddenly upon the rifle pits of the rebels, the fighting was at close quarters. The color-bearer was twice wounded; the sergeant of the color company, in whose hands the colors were placed, was killed; and one of the color guard, who seized the colors as the sergeant fell, lost his hand; the captain of the color company, with the colors in his grasp was also severely wounded. The colors were then seized by Colonel Sniper, and a final charge was made. The 185th, in the short period in which it was engaged, lost more than 25% of its men. During the brief time of the engagement, 30 were killed and nearly 180 wounded, some ten of the latter mortally. The dead were buried upon the spot. Some were afterward removed to the Petersburg National Cemetery. Sniper was breveted Brigadier General for his gallantry. After initially serving in 51st NYSM, General Sniper has a gallant Civil War history. He was commission into the Field and Staff of the 101st NY Infantry as a Captain, promoted to Major February 1, 1862 and Lt. Col. on November 11, 1862. He went on to become Lt. Col. of the 185th NY on September 23, 1864 and Col. of regiment on March 10, 1865 before his glorious and meritorious action. This beautiful matched pair of Colt Model 1851 Navy revolvers are identically inscribed “PRESENTED TO MAJ. G. SNIPER 101ST REGT N.Y. VOLS BY HIS / LATE COMMAND CO. E 51ST REGT NYSM”. These pistols show honest wear and use, and there is little doubt Sniper used this pair throughout the war. While serving under Joshua Chamberlain where on March 29, 1865 at the fight at the Quaker Road, Chamberlain himself was shot and so bloodied when taken to the rear was erroneously reported killed by news reports. Chamberlain, in his official reports of the action, mentions Sniper’s gallantry several times and these letters should be read in the accompanying provenance file. “This action lasted nearly two hours before any support reached us. I need not speak of the severity of the engagement, nor of the conduct of my officers and men…but I may be permitted to mention the fact that more than 400 of my men and 18 officers killed and wounded marked our line with too painful destructiveness… The unflinching tenacity of Col. Sniper at his perilous post, and the desperate bravery with which he rallied his men, seizing his color after it had fallen from the hands of 3 color bearers and a Captain and bearing it into the very ranks of the enemy…” Sniper’s action was noted in a war time sketch published in Harper’s Weekly, April 22, 1865, of him rallying his men, holding the colors. A life-size equestrian statue of General Sniper was erected in Schlosser Park, Syracuse, NY in honor of his war time heroism. Accompanying archive consists of framed oil escutcheon (measuring 37″ x 31″), 20 orig war time letters and documents, along with his obituary, reunion ribbon and a document holder. Also accompanying is a large archive of bound documents concerning history of this grouping. PROVENANCE: Sniper Family Estate; Vin Caponi Collection; Tom Carter Collection. CONDITION: Guns are both very good to fine, all matching. Crisp markings and edges. Traces of finish found in protected areas, though overall a smooth grey. Frame on 111188 shows stronger traces of muted case colors than its mate. Both guns retain about 10-20% silver plate and several screws retain some traces of fire blue. This is truly a fine matching pair with nearly identical surfaces and patina, rolled cylinder scenes are 60-80% discernible, one gun retains 6 crisp safety pins and 111188 has 5 safety pins. Grips are sound and well fit, retaining over 90% orig varnish with moderate edge wear. Mechanically, both guns function well with crisp bores. Accompanying casing is sound and solid with soiled and worn lining, externally wood has normal cosmetic blemishes and a blank brass shield in lid; retains a “COLTS PATENT” slanted spout flask with panoply of arms, retaining much of its orig darkened varnish. Mold, L-shaped tool are matching, retaining over half of their orig finish. Matching cap tins have discernible labels with with damage to labels as seen in photos. Orig pack of 6 cartridges is sound with tear to bottom left of label. Accompanying key is non-functional. 50970-1 JS (30,000-40,000) – Lot 4385

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4386
$16,100.00

RARE AND VERY FINE EARLY 2-PIN S&W OLD MODEL ARMY REVOLVER WITH DOUBLE INSCRIPTION OF PRESENTATION, CAPTURE AND RETURN BY MAJOR SAMUEL REID, 3RD ARKANSAS INFANTRY.

SN 648. Cal. 32. This early Smith & Wesson Army revolver is inscribed on left side frame “TO BROTHER CAPTAIN R R SWIFT FROM CHICOPEE MASONIC LODGE”. Ripley R. Swift enlisted as a Captain in the 27th Massachusetts, October 16, 1861″. He was wounded March 14, 1862 at Battle of New Berne, NC by a grapeshot to his leg. He was carried from the field to “a small Negro hut”, a temporary hospital where he remained 4 days. After almost 3 months in the hospital, Captain Swift rejoined his regiment December 20, and served as Provost Marshal for 2 months. The 27th moved from Carolina to Virginia and took part in actions with Butler’s advance up the James. “Early in the morning of May 16th, Heckman’s Brigade of which the 27th formed a part was attacked by a superior force of the enemy, and after (unreadable) engagement was forced to fall back with a loss of capture of parts of 7 Co’s of the 27th. Capt. Swift was among the captured. Taken first to Richmond where he was robbed of all his money, he remained in Libby Prison til June 1st; thence to Macon, Ga., where he lay two months; thence to Savannah, Ga., where he continued nine weeks; thence to Charleston where he was placed in the Charleston Jail under the federal fire; here he was confined three weeks; thence to Columbia, S.C., in which place he was a prisoner 4-1/2 months; thence, on Sherman’s advance toward Columbia, he was transferred to Charlotte, N.C., thence to Greensboro and Raleigh, thence to Goldsboro, at which places he continued in aggregate 10 days. From Goldsboro he was taken to a point within 10 miles of Wilmington, N.C., at which he was exchanged”. The right side of frame inscribed “CAPTURED AT [DREWRY’S] BLUFF, VA / MAY 16 1864 & RETURNED OCT. 1865 BY BRO. S.V. REID / MAJ CONFEDERATE ARMY”. Samuel V. Reid according to attached records shows he was indeed at Drewry’s Bluff for the date of the gun’s and Swift’s capture. What an interesting history of a Massachusetts Mason having his captured pistol by a fellow “Brother”. Co. H, 3rd Arkansas “The Orphan Company”, a fledgling company of only 33 volunteers while on their way to Virginia met Samuel V. Reid of Kentucky who had brought 30 of his fellow Kentuckian’s down to Tennessee, looking for a regiment to attach themselves to. “It was proposed that the two groups of volunteers joined forces to fit out a full company for the 3rd Arkansas. The commissioned and non-commissioned officer appointments would be equally divided among the two groups, with Reid becoming captain and Gibson becoming 1st Lieutenant. Accordingly, the Kentuckians enlisted at Nashville on June 10; the Arkansans enlisted at Tyro on June 15; and the new company traveled to Lynchburg, Virginia, where it was assigned to the 3rd Regiment, Arkansas Volunteers, as Company H, July 1861. Colonel Albert Rust, regimental commander, referred to the company as “my orphans”, a name which the men adopted as “The Orphan Company”. In keeping with its cosmopolitan nature, Company H recruited quite a few Virginians during the war. During its four years of service, 116 men served in Company H, only nine of them remained when the company surrendered at Appomattox Court House.” This is a rare and very fine, early Smith & Wesson Army accompanied by its well fitting military-style flap holster. A file of research accompanies. CONDITION: Fine overall, all matching. Frame and bbl retain over 50% of their bright orig blue finish. Stocks are sound and solid, retaining most of their orig varnish with a longitudinal glued crack repair on right stock. Mechanically gun is fine with crisp, well defined bore, slightly wobbly at hinge pin. Holster is in matching fine condition with craquelure, some bending and folding around plug end. 50984-1 JS (10,000-15,000) – Lot 4386

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4387
$13,800.00

REGULATION CIVIL WAR CAVALRY GUIDON.

This scarce regulation Civil War guidon is conserved and framed and presents beautifully.This particular flag was orig offered by iconic American folk art and historical dealer William Guthman, his orig card read “…found in New Mexico, with possible Indian War association. Conserved and mounted at the Textile Conservation Workshop”. This pattern saw use from 1863 through the end of the Civil War often used by troops other than Cavalry as markers. This flag is consistent with other regulation guidons measuring about 27-1/2″ on hoist and 41-1/2″ on fly. The canton measures about 14-1/2″ x 16″ and has 35 hand painted gold stars on either side measuring about 1-1/4″ each. Construction is entirely silk with both hand and machine stitch. These flags saw continued use through the Indian Wars and it is interesting that the known guidons utilized by George Custer were Civil War surplus including the record priced guidon, souvenir from the Little Big Horn Battlefield which sold at Sotheby’s for $2,210,500 on December 10, 2010 and that flag was only about 50% intact and you get a complete one here. PROVENANCE: Ex-William Guthman. CONDITION: Flag is very good as conserved being about 98% intact, though numerous small tears and cracks which are stabilized by conservator and archivally framed. Colors are good with white silk, most soiled, with red bleed-through. Canton has excellent dark color with all paint intact. A conservation report by Heritage Conservation, February 18, 2014 is included. 50375-1 JS (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4387

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4388
$8,625.00

SPECTACULAR QUARTER PLATE AMBROTYPE OF WESTERN CONFEDERATE SOLDIER WITH MUSKET, PISTOL AND BOWIE KNIFE.

This beautiful lightly tinted Ambro has crisp detail of dapper looking mustached Confederate wearing slouch hat, civilian style shirt holding model 1842 musket with holstered apparent Colt Navy revolver and a wonderful large guardless Bowie knife with studded grip with decorated arrow on scabbard. Image is in beautiful condition with great contrast. There are 3 indiscernible initials carved in buttstock of rifle like those seen on so many Confederate muskets. When Norm Flayderman published this wonderful image in 2004 he described this gentleman as a frontiersman, we are fairly sure he was an early Confederate based on other identified images of the era. Because of the elegant look of the gentleman this cataloger would venture this gentleman was a early recruit posing possibly in New Orleans as there were few photographers in the deep South that took such fine photographs. PROVENANCE: Ex-Larry Jones Collection; Ex-Rick Mack Collection; Pictured on pg 45 of “The Bowie Knife” by Norm Flayderman. CONDITION: Very fine. Some minor spots on cover glass or emulsion that can be seen in photograph that do not effect aesthetics. Original paper veneered case is scuffed and has broken paper hinge. 50412-67 JS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 4388

4389
$0.00

FINE QUARTER PLATE FERROTYPE OF TRIPLE ARMED UNION OFFICER.

Fine crisp tintype of company grade Union Officer in regulation frock coat wearing 2-piece interlocking militia buckle with Bowie knife, militia sword and percussion revolver in belt (possibly Bacon Arms). CONDITION: Very good overall with good contrast. Hard rubber case is very good overall with wear to corners and velvet protective pad. 50412-66 JS (2,000-4,000) – Lot 4389

4390
$0.00

SIX PLATE AMBROTYPE OF CONFEDERATE ZOUAVE HOLDING LARGE BOWIE KNIFE.

Unusual photograph of Zouave wearing triple-breasted gray uniform with kepi and havelock sporting a large clip point Bowie in scabbard. CONDITION: Image is dark with gilted highlights. Hard rubber case is overall fine. 50412-65 JS (2,000-4,000) – Lot 4390

4391
$2,328.75

CDV OF MAJOR GENERAL JOSHUA CHAMBERLAIN.

This view is imprinted on the reverse, “Wm. Pierce, Photographer, Brunswick, Maine”, where Chamberlain lived. He taught there at Bowdoin College before entering the Civil War. Chamberlain was unquestionable one of the more heroic and valiant officers of the Civil War. He is most famous as being the Colonel of the 20th Maine under the Vincent’s Brigade at Little Round Top where he and a handful of Maine man repulsed an overwhelming Confederate force. Chamberlain had been ordered by Vincent to hold the hill at all costs because of its critical position. After repeated charges, Chamberlain’s men were now almost out of ammunition and as a last effort, he ordered his men to fix bayonets and charge. The result was that Chamberlain and his men captured a force far superior to his, many held at gun point (a number of which were empty but fortunately the rebels didn’t know that). Chamberlain was wounded multiple times on the field of battle and on two separate occasions reported in the New York Herald as being killed on the field of battle, when he was wounded. In 1864, Grant personally commissioned him Brig. General at Petersburg and at the end of the war he was breveted Major General for his actions at Five Forks. An incident that I is much reflective of Chamberlain’s character took place when Chamberlain and the 20th Maine were selected to receive Lee’s Army in Appomattox. As Lee and his disheveled men, exhausted and nearly starving, marched by Chamberlain; Chamberlain called “order arms” as a tribute of honor and respect to Lee and his vanquished troops. The rebels responded in kind. Chamberlain went on to serve as Governor of Maine and despite a severe wound that plagued him all his life, he managed to live well into his 80’s. SIZE: 4″ x 2-1/2″. CONDITION: Originally mounted in an album with the edge trimmed with gold foil (much of which is still intact). The reverse still retains the old glue that was used to mount it. The imprint of the studio on the reverse however is legible. The image itself, in fine condition. 51086-3 JDJ (3,000-4,000) – Lot 4391

4392
$6,325.00

FINE AND RARE AUTOGRAPH BOOK OF NOTABLE AND FAMOUS CIVIL WAR AND 19TH CENTURY PERSONALITIES.

19th century anonymous autograph album with about 70 autographs and letters of mostly notable figures including: Confederate Generals, Robert E. Lee, P.G.T. Beauregard, John S. Mosby (Signed CDV), Edmund Kirby Smith, James Longstreet, John B. Gordon; Union Generals, Grant, Sherman, Sheridan, Meade, Ben Butler, Irwin McDowell and John C. Fremont; President Andrew Johnson. Other notable signatures noted are those of Brigham Young, Thomas Edison, “Buffalo Bill” Cody, Samuel L. Clemens, Booker T. Washington. There are also other eclectic signatures noted of the artist John La Farge, several women including Maud B. Booth who was early women’s activist and involved in the early Salvation Army. This is a fascinating album that should be viewed. CONDITION: Autographs overall are very good to fine and mostly tipped in to the 60+ pgs. Binding is poor with many sheets unbound, though autograph cards and letters are generally very good. Autographs overall are dark and discernible, the ink explanations written on the various sheets are also mostly discernible though some cracked with foxing, acid burn, and soiling to album pgs. 51073-1 JS (7,000-9,000) – Lot 4392

4393
$1,437.50

RARE CONFEDERATE SWORD BELT.

Patent leather sword belt with mismatched “C.S.” tongue and wreath belt buckle, both tongue and wreath have 48mm high keepers, tongue is unusual and not a pattern I have noted before, wreath appears from an officers buckle and the tongue has small non-serif letters not pictured in Mullinax, Gavin or Kerksis. Accompanying there is an additional loose standard Virginia style tongue. PROVENANCE: Ex-Paul Sorrell Collection. CONDITION: Belt is resewn with added reinforced leather at site of wreath. Hangers are both intact though both broken and longer of two has tape repairs and is only held now by a few threads. Much crazing and scuffing. Loose tongue has darker patina. 50865-2 JS (2,000-4,000) – Lot 4393

4394
$14,950.00

EXTREMELY RARE CONFEDERATE STATES ARMORY STAFF AND FIELD OFFICER’S SWORD IN COLLAPSIBLE PATENT SCABBARD .

Captain Charles F. Fisher of the 6th North Carolina Infantry “Bloody South” carried an identical sword with identical scabbard which is part of the North Carolina Museum of History. These patented scabbards must have been imported in small amounts as few are known. This is no doubt the singularly most popular of all Confederate officer’s swords. This pattern with cast letters “CSA” forming the hilt was made by the Confederate States Armory in Kenansville, NC. This efficient and large sword manufacturing operation was run by Louis Froelich. The 2009 text by John McAden & Chris Fonvielle Louis Froelich: Arms-Maker to the Confederacy shows identical examples and explains the evolution of the Wilmington Sword Factory to one of the largest Confederate manufacturers of edged weapons and accoutrements, the “Confederate States Armory”. Sword hilt has Roman numeral cut into hilt “XXXXIX”. McAden does not show this patent scabbard in his book, as this is only the second example to have surfaced. CONDITION: 32″ blade is very good overall with scattered areas of staining and light pitting. Hilt retains deep chocolate colored patina with portion of its protective leather washer. Grip is 95%+ intact with some chipping near pommel where pommel is bent on right side. Sword appears to have been dropped on its pommel as it is scuffed and lost patina in that area. Orig thin wire wrap is intact and tight. Scabbard has Paris maker mark stamped on drag in cartouche. Scabbard is sound and functional with iron patina. Scattered areas of rust and pitting. Top section of scabbard retains traces of orig black finish, scabbard fits sword quite snugly and well. 50890-1 JS (12,000-15,000) – Lot 4394

4395
$10,350.00

“NASHVILLE PLOW WORKS” CONFEDERATE CAVALRY OFFICER’S SABER WITH BEAUTIFUL PATINA.

Beautiful example of the popular Confederate saber with large “CSA” cast in hilt beneath the maker “NASHVILLE PLOW WORKS”. There are two varieties of this sword, the rarest is this type with stippled background and no doubt the earliest as the markings are easily read before mold filled in lettering. This example has a beautiful “as found” patina. 35″ unfullered blade with branched guard, long quillon, backstrap and iron ferrule. The grip is in beautiful condition retaining much of its orig polish. The orig Confederate scabbard is most often seen with products made by the Confederate States Armory. Brass scabbard mounts have rich patina, matching sword well and scabbard body and ferrule of sword have matching iron patina. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Blade is overall grey with slenderized last 7″, almost appearing to be an old forged restoration, but no seam is visible and I assume this to all be orig. The grip looks too good to be orig, but sword does not appear to have been taken apart, if leather was replaced at some point. Regardless, brass has untouched copper/mustard patina with crisp easily discerned markings cast in hilt. Scabbard is sound and solid. Uncleaned and matching. 50890-2 JS (7,000-9,000) – Lot 4395

4396
$8,050.00

EXTREMELY FINE CONFEDERATE THOMAS, GRISWOLD NEW ORLEANS ARTILLERY OFFICERS SWORD.

You will not find a better example of this popular brass scabbarded Confederate artillery saber. This example has as fine a patina as you will ever see, perfect grip, beautiful blade that cannot be upgraded. CONDITION: 31-1/4″ blade is overall gray, still showing finishing marks with light staining and small area of pitting at ricasso. Leather grip is complete, retaining original polish with light scuffing at high areas with tight twisted wire wrap. Brass scabbard and hilt have matching patinas with fine contrast of scabbard body to ring mounts, hilt and pommel. Sword still retains 2 original sword hanger snap hooks with matching patina. 50412-55 JS (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4396

4397
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EXTREMELY FINE THOMAS, GRISWOLD CAVALRY OFFICER’S SABER.

You are bidding on one of the most popular of Confederate swords among collectors and the finest example we have encountered. These swords were so popular in their day that several Confederate Generals carried them and even one Union General was known to have carried one that he must have captured at some campaign during the war. Though New Orleans fell early in the war, they produced some of the best made swords in the Confederate service. This cavalry officer’s, as many of their products, had their signature solid brass scabbard. Blade is full firm marked “Thomas, Griswold & Co., New Orleans”. This example is no doubt as fine an example that you will find. CONDITION: 34-1/2″ blade is overall gray with scattered light staining. Makers mark is crisp as seen in photos. Blade is still quite sharp, and appears contemporary sharpened to time of use. Grip retains 95% of its original leather with polish, scuffing and chipping, there is about 1/2″ chip of wood at base of grip unaffecting aesthetics as wood there has dark patina. Twisted brass wire wrap is tight and complete. Brass hilt and scabbard have fine matching dark mustard colored patinas. Scabbard body has 2 light dents. 50412-54 JS (15,000-25,000) – Lot 4397

4398
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EXTREMELY RARE IVORY GRIPPED DUFILHO OFFICER’S SWORD WITH BLADE PRESENTATION TO LT. DAVID MCCOARD, CONFEDERATE GUARDS.

Among the rarest of all Confederate Foot Officer’s swords are the ivory gripped examples made by New Orleans cutler Agrider H. Dufilho. This example has full firm marking with etched blade with “CS” on one side and presentation on other reading “To David McCoard from his friends in Confederate Guards Co. D”. David McCoard is shown mustering into Louisiana Confederate Guards Infantry March 1, 1862 as 1st Lieutenant. Dan Hartzler in his 1988 text Confederate Presentation and Inscribed Swords and Revolvers shows another ivory handled Dufilho sword with identical style inscription that the author believes to have been etched by J.F. Zimmerman. Hartzler categorizes Zimmerman as among the finest Confederate master etchers who “incorporated rococo… flowery style of ornamentation characterized by excessive curved lines…excessively ornate and highlighted with line etching”. Ivory handled Confederate swords rarely come to market and this is a beautiful with good collection history. PROVENANCE: Ex-Al Lewis collection, Ex-Jim Harris collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: 29″ blade is overall gray with staining, pitting and old cleaning. 22″ etched panels are all discernible, makers mark is lightly struck so some letters are weak. Leather on scabbard is heavily chipped, scuffed and dyed black for good presentation. Wood body is intact and sound. Scabbard mounts exhibit fine chocolate/mustard colored patina with strong traces of gilt on top to mounts, hilt have similar matching patina and traces of gilt. Ivory grip exhibits fine patina with several long longitudinal cracks; original triple brass wire wrap is complete and tightly wound. 50412-51 JS (25,000-50,000) IVORY – Lot 4398

4399
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EXTREMELY RARE AND HISTORIC HYDE & GOODRICH, NEW ORLEANS PRESENTATION OFFICER’S SWORD OF CAPTAIN CHARLES A. COLHOUN OF THE ALLEGHANY SPRING GRAYS, VIRGINIA.

Hyde & Goodrich marked Confederate swords are extremely rare, no more than a handful of examples are known. Hyde & Goodrich was a famous New Orleans fancy goods dealer which had been in business for 50 years but was dissolved 3 months after the Civil War began, so their Confederate products are virtually unknown. This example is well known being once part of the Fred Edmunds collection. 7-line inscription on top scabbard mount reads “Presented to Capt. Charles A. Colhoun of the Alleghany Spring Grays by the visitors at the Alleghany Springs August 1861”. Alleghany Springs is found near Cheat Mountain and a battle was fought at Camp Allegheny December 13, 1861. Confederate troops were commanded by Colonel Edward Johnson during this campaign in western Virginia and he would receive the nickname “Allegheny” Johnson for his heroic effort and after battle remained in area commanding troops at Camp Alleghany. Camp Alleghany battlefield in on the National Register of Historic Places and is designated as a top 10 endangered battlefield due to proposed wind turbines being built and destroying existing entrenchments. Not only is this among a few Hyde & Goodrich marked Confederate swords, it is among the few and possibly only inscribed sword relating to Alleghany Springs Virginia (Now West Virginia). CONDITION: Sword overall is fine with 29-3/4″ gray blade still showing some finishing marks with scattered staining and light pitting. Makers mark is very good as can be seen in photos. Original red cloth washer is retained. Grip is complete retaining all its original brown leather with much original polish and tight complete twisted wire wrap. Hilt and top 2 scabbard mounts retain matching patina with traces of gilt. Drag is possible replacement as patina is much lighter but correct configuration. Leather scabbard body is intact though weak and unsewn scabbard retains small percentage of original polished surface with balance scuffed. 50412-52 JS (20,000-40,000) – Lot 4399

4400
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EXTREMELY FINE CONFEDERATE THOMAS, GRISWOLD NEW ORLEANS FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD.

This is probably the finest Thomas, Griswold foot officer’s sword extant. Sword exhibits bright polished blade with original polishing marks over most of its length with very fine grip retaining original leather, wire, much original gilt to hilt and mounts. Thomas, Griswold artillery and cavalry sabers are much more often encountered than this pattern and I have never seen a nicer standard production example. CONDITION: 29-3/4″ blade exhibits most of its original polish and luster, overall white/gray with areas of staining and 3 small nicks in cutting edge. Firm name is well struck though die was slightly larger than blade as can be seen in photo. Grip leather is complete with tight twisted brass wire with wear and light scuffing to high areas. Much original gilt is present especially in protected areas of hilt and mounts. Scabbard is sound and solid with slight shrinkage though still fits sword well and snugly, mounts are very good with 1 small dent in drag, drag is missing its retaining screw. Leather scabbard body is chipped and missing much of its original surface though still aesthetically pleasing being dyed black which covers most of the scuffing. 50412-53 JS (15,000-25,000) – Lot 4400

4401
$9,200.00

HIGH GRADE CARVED IVORY STATUARY GRIP CIVIL WAR STAFF OFFICERS SWORD WITH DAMASCUS BLADE.

Beautiful Civil War non-regulation presentation grade Staff & Field Officer’s sword with intricately relief carved full standing ivory Lady Liberty. Carved ivory sword handles during the Civil War are the rarest and most expensive (war time) and sought after of all other materials and this is a beautiful example with intricate chased hilt design of an eagle attacking a rattlesnake among intertwined letters “US” and full relief Lady Liberty head peering from the pommel. This sword is no doubt a product of Clauberg though blade has agent marking of “HORSTMANN & SONS / PHILADELPHIA”. The blade was rarely seen full Damascus with gold background, etched patriotic panels and 6-1/2″ panel reading “BE JUST AND FEAR NOT”. PROVENANCE: Ex-Richard Johnson Collection, Chicago; Pictured on pg 337 of “Civil War Army Swords” by John H. Thillmann, 2008. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine overall. “Certifiable antique elephant ivory” grip is sound, well fit with good patina. Hilt and pommel retain 80-90% orig gold. Raised relief scabbard mounts retain similar amounts of gold plate, though thinning. German silver scabbard body is sound with a few shallow dents and scratches and remnants of an old varnish. The 32-1/2″ full Damascus blade is quite fine with light staining, retaining 90%+ orig gold backgrounds, though thinning. Etched panels retain most of their bright luster with light staining. You won’t find any Civil War swords much “flashier” than this. 50627-4 JS (8,000-12,000) IVORY – Lot 4401

4402
$2,300.00

ARCHIVE INCLUDING FINE MEXICAN WAR ERA AMES CRUCIFORM SWORD PRESENTED TO CAPTAIN JOHN ELLIS, UNION RIFLEMEN, NEW YORK STATE MILITIA.

Archive contains a unique eight feet long sewn vellum roster of The 1st Company Union Riflemen with enlistments starting 1836 through start of Mexican War in 1846, totaling 196 signatures and addresses of volunteers from Brooklyn and lower Manhattan. Fine Ames sword has solid brass engraved gilted scabbard with presentation which reads “PRESENTED TO CAPT. JOHN P. ELLIS BY THE OFFICERS & MEMBERS OF THE UNION RIFLEMEN NYSM”. The bow tie shaped crossguard with raised relief eagles, liberty caps and panoply of arms has a central panel engraved with names of 3 officers who were in charge of presentation apparently. Sword has fluted, polished bone grip with large knight’s head pommel with large plume. Sword is in beautiful condition with bright frosted blade, retaining much of its original gilt. Also accompanying archive are 8 obscure New York City newspapers from the 1840’s to the Civil War, along with 2 US Patents of John Ellis from 1864 and 1868. There is a small bound volume of poetry and short articles from the 1840’s to 1867 some bound, some laid in, and a nice touched up Albumin portrait about 6 x 8″ of Mr. Ellis, along with a circa 1850 quarter plate daguerreotype of Mr. Ellis. Also in archive is a small broadside 15 x 9″ announcing Mr. Ellis’s running for Police Justice of Flushing New York 1872. CONDITION: Paper overall is very good, vellum roster is sound with soiling but signatures are all discernible, interested parties should inspect paper but in our opinion is average for the era. Sword is fine to excellent overall, 31″ double edged blade retains most of its original frost and some luster with scattered areas of staining and light pitting, 18-1/2″ etched panels exhibit patriotic motifs and floral decoration and firm name “N. P. Ames / Cutler/ Springfield”. Engraved brass scabbard, crossguard and pommel retain about half of their original gold plating with chocolate brown patina overall. 44797-28 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 4402

4403
$5,750.00

EXTREMELY RARE AND EXCEPTIONAL HIGH GRADE CIVIL WAR NON-REGULATION NAVAL OFFICER’S SWORD.

This is a unique sword once in the collection of renowned author and Civil War sword collector John H. Thillmann. This sword exhibits a fluted chased and decorated silver grip with raised relief “Medusan” faced pommel, large spread wing eagle pommel cap, sharks skin scabbard with raised relief mounts with sea serpent drag with relief fluted anchor. Blade is gold gilted with patriotic American naval motifs including Neptune’s trident wrapped in oak leaves and acorns, fluted fouled anchor, compass, binnacle, patriotic shield, cannonballs, eagle and pair of intertwined sea serpents among other vignettes. This is a truly magnificent and unique work of Civil War era cutlery art. CONDITION: Extremely fine overall. Hilt, pommel, scabbard mounts retain virtually all of their orig gilt with only wear to sword hangers and inside small branch where worn. 29-1/4″ blade retains most of its orig lustre with light staining and loss of gilt and thinning gilt for first 3″ or 4″ from ricasso. Agents mark “SCHUYLER, HARTLEY & GRAHAM / NEW YORK” is crisp as is Clauberg mark opposite with some pitting at base of blade. 50627-3 JS (5,000-7,000) – Lot 4403

4404
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RARE, SPECTACULAR, MASSIVE AND MOST RECENTLY DISCOVERED HENRY SCHIVELY BOWIE KNIFE.

There are few collections that can claim to own a Henry Schively Bowie. Long considered to have been the cutler who made a Bowie knife for Jim or Rezin Bowie during their visit to Philadelphia in August of 1832. “H. SCHIVELY / PHILAD” stamped on ricasso of the 11″ blade, 1-3/4″ wide, .22″ thick. A unique feature of the handful of these large Bowie’s known, is the flat obverse side of blade, not provided with a false edge while the reverse has a distinct, sharpened 5″ false edge giving the appearance of a clipped point. Knife is German silver mounted with 3-1/4″ S-shaped crossguard. Checkered ivory grips retained by German silver pins and shaped escutcheons. Matching orig scabbard is skeletal German silver with leather core, typical only of this manufacturer. Still attached is the orig blue cloth belt with brass adjusters. This knife was just purchased in the last few years from a New York estate where it appears unmolested for over 100 years. The blade still retains most of its orig polish and shine. This is a good example of the quintessential Jim & Rezin Bowie associated cutler. PROVENANCE: Ex-New York Estate; Ex-Bernie Levine, 2012. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine overall. Blade is bright with scattered areas of staining and light pitting. There are several tiny chips on cutting edge. German silver mounts retain much of their silver plate though scabbard mounts only retain traces of silver, especially in protected areas. “Certified antique” ivory grips are fine showing little wear and one small 1/4″ chip on reverse grip at toe adjacent to guard. Scabbard is sound and solid as is belt. Leather scabbard body where exposed is chipped missing much of its orig surface. This knife is a wonderful survivor that apparently has not been cleaned in 100 years and has some dark soiling on surface of external metal which would clean easily if wanted 50412-57 JS (75,000-125,000) IVORY – Lot 4404

4405
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EXCEPTIONALLY RARE, UNIQUE AND FINE SILVER AND IVORY MOUNTED SAMUEL BELL BOWIE KNIFE, CIRCA 1835.

Samuel Bell no doubt is among the finest and most unique craftsmen of Bowie knives known to America and his iconic knives are highly sought. There are only about 25 examples of his work known and this unique example is among the few identified to owner. Samuel Bell ran an ad in the Knoxville, TN Register in 1846 “GOLD AND SILVER MOUNTED BREAST KNIVES, MANUFACTURED SUPERIOR TO ANY MADE IN THE UNITED STATES…” This may be the only Samuel Bell Bowie that truly fits the description in this ad, as instead of a frog button, there is a large 2″ silver T-bar pin found to attach inside the breast of a coat. This is the only example known, otherwise this classic early ivory mounted knife exhibits all of Bell’s trademark characteristics including his unique engraving, though less profuse on this example possibly early feature. Knife measures 12-1/2″ overall with 8-1/4″ fullered spear-point blade with sharpened 5″ beveled false edge. The silver scabbard form fits blade in unique style with groove in scabbard fitting the 3-1/2″ fuller. Grip is semi-coffin shaped with silver engraved rectangular ferrule and tombstone shaped silver engraved pommel. The tapering rectangular grip is carved ivory with three panels having long, carved raised flutes and the main panel with raised checkered panel with inlaid silver pins. Bell Bowies made in Knoxville typically have forged bolsters and later in Texas do not. This knife most likely made early in Knoxville, TN and possibly among the earliest as there is a simulated forged bolster which is actually a 1/2″ turned silver bolster fitted between ricasso and grip, along with threaded capstan rivet, not seen on any other Bells. The knurling on either end is in suite to rectangular base of ferrule. This knife was orig purchased as being the property of Col. F. T. Keelar, a wealthy, prominent citizen and merchant during the Gold Rush in Skagway, Alaska. There is an interesting orig 8″ advertising photograph of Keelar and his storefront with large painted marquees; his card states he “owns mines, saw mills, timber lands, town sites, steam boats and more land than any man in Alaska, buys gold, loans money, sells exchange, daily pack trains, stage lines and dog teams…” This is a great knife owned by a colorful Alaskan entrepreneur. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Knife overall is fine with blade showing orig tool marks, grey/white overall light staining and pitting. Silver mounts and scabbard have several small dents. The unique round ball sheath tip has large dent on bottom as seen in photos. “Certifiable antique ivory” grip has hand worn patina, ivory patina, several hairline cracks that do not effect esthetics. Threaded tang protrudes about 3mm through capstan rivet which is knurled in suite to bolster. 50412-81 JS (75,000-125,000) IVORY – Lot 4405

4406
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UNIQUE MASSIVE SIGNED SAMUEL BELL KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE MADE “BOWIE” KNIFE.

This knife is the “only true Bell Bowie knife” (not dirk or dagger) known made by Samuel Bell and the only signed Knoxville made Bell known. It is also probably among his earliest knives as it so closely emulates knives made circa 1830 by Henry Schively of Philadelphia (see preceding lot). This massive knife has 13-1/2″ clip point blade over 1-3/4″ wide and 1/4″ thick at ricasso. Blade is saber ground with a 5-1/2″ clip. The knife has a very heavy forged bolster and heavy tang that has had a antique crown stag grip added for display. Classic solid silver scabbard that hugs the blades exact shape is uniquely engraved in nearly full coverage on obverse, with reinforced throat so typical of his known work of his breast knives and dirk knives almost always called Bowie’s, but not truly a “Bowie” in form. The reinforced throat which measures over a square inch on either side is bordered by engraving with an 8-sided petal on obverse, matching the theme of the leaf with tendrils design and frog button. The reverse has about a 4″ series of swirls that probably were to hold the name of the recipient that was never inscribed. The reverse reinforcement is beautifully engraved with a full makers mark “S BELL / KNOXVILLE / TEN” in 3 different styles of lettering. Beneath the makers mark there is also engraved number of unknown meaning in a totally different and smaller style of script; maybe Bell is just showing off his incredible engraving skill with all these various engraved designs and panels. The applied silver drag is serrated and engraved with cross hatching on either rosette, an extremely thin border that follows shape of point. There are no other antebellum engravers of knives who approach this exemplary style. Samuel Bell is no doubt among the finest and most unique craftsmen of Bowie knives known to America and also a noted antebellum silver smith. Bell became famous for its fine workmanship, the quality of its materials, and the exquisite pieces of jewelry that were produced later in his career. Famous men such as Robert E. Lee, U.S. Grant and Jefferson Davis numbered among his customers. In the recent 2014 monumental Bowie knife exhibit at the historic Arkansas State Museum a majority of the finest American Bowie knives assembled from noted institutions and collectors were displayed. Eight Bell knives of all genres were displayed together and none signed like subject here “S BELL KNOXVILLE TENN”. If you want the only fully signed Knoxville made Samuel Bell Bowie knife known, this is your only opportunity. Accompanying this lot is a large file of historical data concerning this iconic American Bowie knife. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Knife measures just over 19″ overall including tip of tang. The silver mounted crown stag grip has been professionally restored by contemporary knife maker and conservator Tim Ridge (Swamp Fox Knives) of Crossville, TN who ironically works only 50 miles away from where Samuel Bell worked in his early days in Tennessee. Blade is fine overall, retaining quite a sharp edge grey/white overall with scattered staining and several nicks in cutting edge, still retains polish marks. Scabbard is equally fine with silver patina, several cuts on back side, with fine engraved scrolls, decorations and markings as fresh and vivid as when they were applied about 180 years ago. Stag grip is fine with patina to silver cap and ferrule. A massive, well balanced unique weapon. 44797-29 JS (75,000-125,000) – Lot 4406

4407
$40,250.00

VERY RARE EARLY AMERICAN GRAVELY & WREAKS GUARDLESS COFFIN-HANDLED BOWIE KNIFE.

This rare early knife with no more than 2 or 3 specimens known was made circa 1835. This extremely large knife measures 13-1/2″ overall with an 8-1/4″ blade, almost 1-3/4″ wide and .35″ thick. There is a very similar knife shown in McKinney & Hall lithograph of circa 1837 Cherokee Chief Tah-chee. This knife is firm marked “GRAVELY & WREAKS / NEW YORK” and has etched blade with elaborate floral etching and panel reading “ARKANSAS TOOTHPICK”. Rosewood grips are bound by German silver wrap, escutcheon and pins. These rare, early large guardless coffin hilt American Bowies are seldom seen. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. This knife has seen honest use. Blade is overall grey with old sharpening. Makers mark is discernible, though etched panels are light, scattered staining and pitting. There is a hairline crack on the obverse slab where replaced tack had been added to retain pommel sheeting. 50412-58 JS (40,000-60,000) – Lot 4407

4408
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RARE “WOLFE & CLARKS / NEW YORK” EARLY AMERICAN BOWIE.

This exact knife is pictured on pg 361 of Norm Flayerdman’s The Bowie Knife. “Long considered among the most impressive, if not imposing of Bowie knife forms. The sleek appearance of their handsomely fashioned blade embodies the menace the Bowie knife is often accorded in length and myth. “Forged bolsters” date among the earlier and rare forms of the weapon. Decidedly Sheffield-made, this example bears only the name of the New York firm for whom it was made or through which it was marketed by their English cutlers. German silver handle cast integral with the crossguard, engraved with shell motif on its center. The bolster is marked “WOLFE & CLARKS / NEW YORK”. The name is found in New York City directories 1836-1844, located at 193 Maiden Lane as importers of hardware and guns. This knife has a long, single edge, clip point blade with decorative Spanish notch at the choil, 2-pc stag grips fastened by 8 pins and unusually long escutcheons. 15″ overall with 10-1/2″ blade; 7-1/2″ false edge. Leather sheath with German silver mounts”. PROVENANCE: Ex-Norm Flayderman Collection; pictured on pg 361 The Bowie Knife. CONDITION: Fine overall. Blade has old cleaning with staining and light pitting. German silver mounts including scabbard are fine with patina, with small cosmetic scratches, dings and dents. Stag grips well fit with hand worn patina. Markings are excellent. 50412-62 JS (40,000-60,000) – Lot 4408

4409
$0.00

MASSIVE EARLY CIRCA 1835, EXHIBITION GRADE CONGREVE BOWIE KNIFE.

We only know of one other Charles Congreve Bowie of this configuration and that particular knife was one of the prized bowies from the renowned David Petty Collection. Both knives are made identically being 16-1/4″ overall with heavy 12″ blades, .35″ thick at ricasso which are beautifully sculpted with beveling, flutes and crosshatching as can be seen in photos. Congreve was quite proud in marking this Bowie on both ricasso’s. The particular knife here is featured in an American Bowie Knife Association bulletin in 2000. Wayne McNeese in this article tells it’s story “This big, early Sheffield Bowie is fresh out of upper east Tennessee…The handle is bone shaped of cast German silver, with ivory scales, the guard is German silver and is 3″ long. Each end of the guard is shaped like a crown. Fortunately, the original scabbard is with the knife. It has a file-decorated, German silver throat with belt loop, and tip. One naturally focuses attention on the ricasso of this particular Bowie. The ricasso is very unique in its design and file treatment. The ricasso area extends 2-3/8″ from the guard, and the front area is triangle-shaped and crosshatched. There are 5 round bottom grooves filed across the blade. Next is a flat area with the maker’s name, followed by 2 more grooves. Unique about this Bowie knife is that the blade and all silver mounts including scabbard mounts were gilded. The blade retains about 15-20% gild, all in the ricasso area. The guard has about 80% gild, and the other mounts have varying percentages. The scabbard mounts have about 50% gild remaining. The gild treatment would make me believe the Bowie was owned by a person of some prominence.” This is an extremely rare massive early Bowie thought to have been made 1832-1837 at the height of the early Bowie knife craze in America. PROVENANCE: Wayne McNeese Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall, blade exhibits some original finish and plating with light old sharpening, staining and light pitting. There is a break in one side to German silver strap and grip and opposite side is bulged. The “Certifiable Antique Ivory” grips are well fit, though one side has 1-1/2″ diagonal crack through lower retaining pin. Scabbard is very good, complete with finial and belt loop, mating patina and plating to German silver mounts with several small dents in drag. Scabbard body is sound and solid with several wrinkles and one crack with old glued repair, scabbard body still retains over 90% of its original surface with scuffing and chipping and a couple large chips on one side. Fits blade well firmly and tightly. 50428-6 JS (20,000-30,000) IVORY – Lot 4409

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4410
$0.00

HISTORIC RELIC KNIFE OF THE PIRATE JEAN LAFITTE, PRESENTED BY PROMINENT NEW ORLEANIAN JUST BEFORE HIS DEATH TO THE EARLIEST OF LAFITTE SCHOLARS AND BIOGRAPHERS.

How Charles Luzenberg owned this knife is unknown, however he, Lafitte and Gayarre were all contemporaries and the inscriptions and vintage of dirk are impeccable. There’s no more famous pirate in American folklore than ” The Pirate of the Gulf” Jean Lafitte, (1780-1823). Lafitte, in 1814, was held prisoner in a New Orleans jail, but not for long and his exploits in the Gulf continued until his death in 1823. Is it possible this knife was a souvenir from 1814 capture? The inscription on blade that is copied onto coin silver scabbard reads “QUIEN A MI DUENO OFFENDIERE DE MI LA VENGANZA ESPERE 1814” and translates “HE THAT OFFENDS MY MASTER, HE SHALL I REVENGE 1814”. The African figure carved horn grip with inset ceramic eyes, well made flower petal engraved capstan and forged bolster is in wonderful condition with a contemporary museum tag. Charles Luzenberg (1805-1848) was a prominent New Orleans surgeon who died only 4 months after this presentation to his friend Charles Gayarre (1805-1895) who wrote several 19th Century historical histories of Louisiana, including a history of Louisiana which was written the same year as this presentation and later is noted to have been the first biographer of Lafitte. No doubt, Lafitte had African’s among his crew which may explain the fine decorated spiral grip with silver pins and brass wire, with fine carved African tribesman’s head as pommel, which could have been a gift for their captain, Lafitte. Regardless, of history, there is no doubt that when displayed by Lafitte’s first biographer, he stated that this was the “NAVAL DAGGER OF THE PIRATE OF THE GULF LAFITTE…” CONDITION: Very fine. Overall length 7″. Early Spanish Colonial oval 3-7/8″ blade is worn, though details of etched motto, carriage scene and mounted horseman are discernible. Grip has good hand worn patina to horn. Iron patina to capstan, rivet and forged bolster, numerous silver pins are intact, as are twisted wire, apparent earrings that were worn by figure are missing as there are small holes in each earlobe. Paper tag is discernible and overall very good condition with foxing and acid burn. 50412-56 JS (20,000-40,000) – Lot 4410

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4411
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RARE LARGE SHEFFIELD FOLDING BOWIE WITH HALF HORSE-HALF ALLIGATOR POMMELS.

This massive folder measures 12-1/4″ open with 5-1/2″ clip point blade with London agent mark on ricasso “W.F. MILLS / 120 HOLBORN / LONDON”. Knife is German silver mounted with 2-1/2″ pommels depicting half-horse half-alligator which is purely American device from American Frontier folklore. Norm Flayderman in his monumental text The Bowie Knife: Unsheathing an American Legend p. 434: “I AM HALF-HORSE AND HALF-ALLIGATOR AND CAN WHIP ANY MAN ON THE MISSISSIPPI BY GOD! That graphic, swaggering boast and analogy in early American literature to characterize Mississippi River boatmen, frontiersman and Kentuckians.” From Davy Crockett’s almanac published in 1835 provided the major impetus for the adoption of half-horse, half-alligator symbol on Sheffield Bowie knives. This knife also has an inset “Latin” cross we have not noted before on an early Sheffield knife made for the American market. Regardless, this knife is unique overall and you will not find another like it. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Blade shows old sharpening, is grey overall with staining and light pitting. Markers mark is crisp and easily discerned. Stylized German silver cross guard has several shallow dents and scratches. Reverse pommel has one 1/2″ dent behind raised relief motif with scattered minor bruising and wear to high areas. Mechanically, knife is functional and lock holds firm and solid. There is about 1/2″ x 1/4″ chip of reverse wood grip at top toe where an iron pin has been re-peened at pivot of lock. 50412-59 JS (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4411

4412
$0.00

RARE EARLY WOODHEAD & HARTLEY “AMERICAN HUNTING KNIFE” WITH FULL ALLIGATOR POMMELS.

Classic clip point Bowie full firm marked “WOODHEAD & HARTLEY / 7 LAMBERT STREET / SHEFFIELD”, 8-1/2″ blade stamped “AMERICAN HUNTING KNIFE” and etched “AMERICANS NEVER SURRENDER”. Coffin-shaped grip has Mother of Pearl slabs and 2-1/4″ pommels with alligator motifs in raised relief which is a rare American motif. This is a very fine knife, circa 1845 that among the finest known. CONDITION: Knife is overall fine, though blade is grey overall with old sharpening and etched panel is very light and difficult to read. Stamped motifs and maker mark are very good. Mother of Pearl slabs are fine with good color. Pommels are tight and well fit with wear to high spots but overall better than average. German silver crossguard, pommels and scabbard mounts have matching patina. The accompanying orig scabbard is sound and solid, retaining much of its orig color with scuffs and some slight wrinkles. Frog button and obverse front mount have several dents that don’t affect the overall esthetics. 50412-63 JS (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4412

4413
$0.00

RARE PRESENTATION DUFILHO, NEW ORLEANS SILVER MOUNTED DOUBLE BAR PUSH DAGGER.

This knife originally in the iconic Vidalia, Louisiana Collection of Logan Sewell was made by the best known and highest grade New Orleans surgical tool maker Agrider Dufilho. This antebellum weapon has a presentation that reads “R. E. MCHATTON / FROM / M. O. LEBLANC”. LeBlanc was later a 2nd Lt. in the 13th Louisiana Infantry and Robert McHatton was a member of the Pointe Coupee Batallion Light Artillery who was paroled just after the Confederate surrender at Vicksburg. This knife shows old traces of gold paint typical of Union captured war relics displayed after the war. Knife is full firm marked with Dufilho’s logo of a scalpel stamped on opposite side. This exact knife is pictured on pg 420-421 of The Antique Bowie Knife Book by Adams, Voyles & Moss. Southern antebellum push daggers are quite rare and this is the only presentation of two Confederates we are aware. PROVENANCE: Ex-Logan Sewell Collection; Pgs 420-421 The Antique Bowie Book, Adams, Voyles, & Moss, 1990; Blade Magazine, August 2005. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. 5-1/2″ blade including shank retains much of its orig polish and luster, overall stained and scratched. Double bar solid silver handle has grey/silver patina with small dents and scratches. Blade shank retains about half of its silver plate with spatterings of old paint. Firm mark and logo are discernible. Silver scabbard is missing frog button and finial, otherwise solid with easily discerned inscription with minor blemishes and overall silver patina. 50412-97 JS (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4413

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4414
$0.00

RARE WILL & FINCK, SAN FRANCISCO PUSH DAGGER WITH IVORY GRIP.

This is possibly the finest example known of this large 7″ overall push dagger with 4-3/4″ blade. This example has the rare Circa 1870 Will & Finck patented belt clip in shape of human hand and arm. The handle, typical of San Francisco cutlers, is made from walrus ivory which exhibits a fine patina. PROVENANCE: Pictured Pg 71 Bernie Levine Knife Makers of Old San Francisco, 1977; Ex-Norm Flayderman Collection; Pg 357 The Bowie Knife – Unsheathing an American Legend by Norm Flayderman, 2004. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine overall. Blade retains much of its orig polish and shine with makers mark on ricasso as can be seen in photos. The silver plated scabbard and belt clip retain 98% orig silver overall. 50412-98 JS (20,000-30,000) IVORY – Lot 4414

4415
$23,000.00

RARE AND UNIQUE, MASSIVE LEMON LYNCH SIGNED NORTH CAROLINA CONFEDERATE BOWIE KNIFE OF JOHN QUINCY ADAMS, FIRST NORTH CAROLINA LIGHT ARTILLERY.

There are several Confederate edged weapons known signed “L. LYNCH” including 3 Bowie knives, this one no doubt the best made and most impressive. This knife is pictured on pgs 175 & 176 of Confederate Bowie Knives by Melton, Phillips & Sexton. Lemon Lynch was listed on the 1860 census as a carpenter from Goldsboro, NC. There is a June 1861 Raleigh, NC newspaper referred to in book stating Bowie knives were being made in Goldsboro and we have little doubt Lemon Lynch was who they referred to. This knife originated from the great-great granddaughter of the Southern soldier, John Quincy Adams of Wayne County (Goldsboro) who enlisted July 19, 1861 as a Private in the 1st North Carolina Light Artillery Battery. Private Adams was captured at Ft. Macon, NC April 26, 1862 and was paroled several months later. He later joined the 3rd North Carolina State Troops and no other information was easily found because when he enlisted he was a 44 year old farmer. Knife is a wonderful as found relic described in a June 2003 ABKA Journal: “The blade is a whopping 15-1/2″ long, 1-3/8″ wide, with a wicked clip, which is sharpened for 4-1/2″ of its length. The sophistication of the blade design continues with the ample ricasso. The blade is just about 3/8″ thick, very well ground with a median ridge. The clips is 5″ long with a double bevel. Overall length is 20-3/4″. This Bowie knife turned up in North Carolina, still in the family and still with its original tin scabbard. I was fortunate to be able to buy it from a picker, who bought it from an elderly lady who was the great, great granddaughter of the southern soldier who owned it. His name was John Quincy Adams, from Wayne County”. PROVENANCE: Pvt. John Quincy Adams, 1st North Carolina Light Artillery Battery, Wayne County, NC, 1861; family descent; Wayne McNeese Collection. CONDITION: Knife is fine overall with grey blade still showing orig tool marks, with hollow grind retaining orig sharp cutting edge with scattered areas of staining, rust and pitting. Makers mark is crisp. Iron patina is found on cross guard, pommel cap and scabbard. Lapped tin scabbard retains belt loop with numerous small dents and dings and is missing soldered tip, sound showing much of its orig surface. 50428-4 JS (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4415

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4416
$0.00

MASSIVE NEW ORLEANS MADE CONFEDERATE BOWIE KNIFE WITH UNIQUE IVORY GRIP.

This knife is pictured on pg 237 of Confederate Bowie Knives by Melton, Phillips & Sexton described as a Louisiana Naval Side Knife. Just over 2lbs, 20-1/4″ overall, 14-1/2″ blade with massive forged bolster, almost 3/4 of an inch thick,the thickest I have ever seen on a Confederate knife. This knife was orig found in New Orleans lending to speculation of New Orleans manufacture. One other specimen is noted and is pictured on pg 228 of Norm Flayderman’s text The Bowie Knife. From Confederate Bowie Knives “While it is true that no elephants lived in the South, many prewar seaport manufacturers had ample access to imported ivory, a common material in early 19th-century sword hilts. This fabulous heavy Louisiana-style knife was likely made in the New Orleans region. The substantial one-piece carved elephant ivory grip has a brass pommel cap. Genuine Confederate knives such as this rarely display ivory grips. Obviously, the manufacturer was making a statement on style, as well as utility. The heavy iron guard gives this knife a cutlass look, and we believe it may have a naval association”. This is among the most impressive, well balanced Confederate weapons you will ever hold. PROVENANCE: Compton Labauve Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine overall. Blade is overall grey with scattered staining and light pitting, iron patina to large guard and pommel. Brass ferrule has medium mustard patina and the massive “certifiable antique elephant ivory” grip has ivory patina with many age cracks and a few patinaed over tiny scratches and chips. 50721-1 JS (12,000-15,000) IVORY – Lot 4416

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4417
$0.00

EXTREMELY RARE, UNUSUAL AND UNIQUE W. BUTCHER FOLDING BOWIE WITH MASSIVE SPADE SHAPED BLADE.

This fabulous Bowie shows little wear with checkered ivory slab grips, floral silver escutcheons on pommel. Blade marked “W. BUTCHER / SHEFFIELD” on ricasso and “WARRANTED OF THE BEST QUALITY” on blade. This is a formidable massive folder made at the height of the Bowie knife craze, circa 1835. William Butcher is among the earliest Sheffield Bowie makers best known for his dog bone knives with Spanish notches. You will never see another folder like this of such high quality and condition made by among the earliest of the Sheffield cutlers. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine overall. 6-1/2″ blade which flares to 1-1/2″ from 1″ ricasso which is .25″ thick, overall bright/gray with small areas of staining and pitting, old sharpening. Blade markings are crisp and discernible. Above Butcher stamp can be seen remnants of the “WR & Crown” typically seen on other William Butcher’s (King William IV, Reign 1830-37). Knife measures 12-3/4″ overall, fully functional locking mechanism, “certifiable antique elephant” ivory slabs are excellent with little wear and no discernible cracking, German silver crossguard and pommels are smooth with only light wear with a few light dents and scratches. 50412-60 JS (10,000-15,000) IVORY – Lot 4417

4418
$0.00

RARE LARGE SHEFFIELD BOWIE KNIFE WITH CARVED IVORY HANDLE ORNAMENTED WITH BUST OF BLACK MAN.

This large clip point Bowie with 10″ blade features etched mottos on either side. One side is not fully discernable. The other side reads, “Always Ready”. The cross guard and ferrel are gilded gold also the brass scabbard with engraved leaf design down the front is also gilded gold and matches the cross guard. This was a high grade scabbard for a Sheffield knife. Most knives are found with cardboard or leather scabbards. The carved ivory handle, similar to those found on other Sheffield’s knives, is unique in that the top is mounted with a carved antique ivory head of a black man. The head set with glass eyes and at one time all over covered with black ink. Now it is worn smooth with the black ink only remaining in protected areas. The carved ivory handle is typical of James Rogers’s style knife but the head is unique. According to descendants of the original owner, their ancestor had supposedly acquired this knife in New Orleans where he did a considerable amount of business during his lifetime. The head could have been special ordered by the New Orleans firm marketing the knife or possibly mounted after the knife was acquired from England. In any case, the ivory head is unquestionably of the same vintage as the handle and very nicely carved. A rare high grade Bowie knife. Size: Blade 10″, overall 15-1/4″. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: The blade has an all over gray patina with worn original etching. The ivory handle has some tight hairline cracks as does the carved Afro-American head. The scabbard retains bright gold wash and has a dent at the very tip. 51086-1 (10,000-12,000) IVORY – Lot 4418

4419
$7,475.00

EXTREMELY RARE SAMUEL MILLWEE, KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE MADE CONFEDERATE BOWIE KNIFE.

Among the best made of all the Confederate Bowies are the few known by Samuel Millwee (1833-1878) of Knoxville, Tennessee. All his knives are massive, this example is 18″ overall with 13″ blade being a massive .3″ thick at ricasso. Like other examples Millwee’s grip is 1-piece heavy German silver with inset rosewood panels with brass pins retaining them. Two examples of Millwee’s knives are shown on pgs 178 and 179 of Confederate Bowie Knives by Melton, Phillips and Sexton, 2012, an additional example is shown on the cover of The 0fficial 1982 Price Guide to Collector Knives, which knife offered here appears identical. Samuel N. Millwee is listed as a carpenter in 1859 in the Knoxville directory but his skills were obviously not limited to wood as his grips emulated some of the finest early Sheffield work and his blades are excellent with saber ground beveling with 5″ clip point. Millwee was 28 in 1861 when he made at least 1 of his knives. His quality is so exceptional as a cutler could he have possibly have studied under Samuel Bell who by most standards was the greatest American cutler. PROVENANCE: Wayne McNeese Collection. CONDITION: Very good overall, blade shows old cleaning and sharpening, still retains a sharp edge. German silver handle is solid with scattered small dings, dents and bruises. Rosewood inserts and brass retaining pins are well set with hand worn patina. Accompanying scabbard which was found with this knife is a typical Confederate product made quite utilitarian of heavy leather fastened by 12 iron tacks of which 2 are now missing. Scabbard is sound and solid overall retaining knife quite nicely with crazing, cracking and scuffing. 50428-1 JS (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4419

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4420
$8,050.00

VERY RARE AND FINE “MY KNIFE AND WIFE” BOWIE BY F.C. GOERGEN, NEW ORLEANS.

This earliest of New Orleans marked Bowies measures 13-15/16″ overall with an 9-1/8″ clip point blade, .275″ thick at ricasso, etched “My Knife and Wife” in 4-3/4″ panel. Etched on top of blade “MANUFACTURED FOR F. C. GOERGEN, NEW ORLEANS”. This knife dates circa 1840 in unique form to Goergen, German silver mounted with formed checkered ebony grip. Goergen advertises Bowie knives for sale in New Orleans as early as January 6, 1837, less than a year after the Alamo. Few of these knives survive with such fine discernible blade markings. This knife also retains its rare original scabbard with German silver mounts with newer leather cover sewn over which was a typical feature seen on American knives of the antebellum to Civil War era. The very rare motto seen on this knife shows the priorities of the man who once owned this knife, a most remarkable sentiment to be found on any weapon. PROVENANCE: Ex-Lafayette C. Collins, Lobdell, LA; Ex-Betty Tanner, (granddaughter); Wayne McNeese Collection. CONDITION: Blade shows areas of original frost and polish but overall gray with staining and old sharpening. Manufacturers mark is easily discernible as can be seen in photos. 2-3/4″ German silver cross guard and other German silver knife and scabbard mounts have mixed gray and dark patinas. Scabbard utilizes original frog button with several tears in the new leather cover above frog button, nice incised decoration opposite throat, leather is still tightly sewn retianing most of its original polished brown finish. Ebony grip retains thin original varnish with several scattered small nicks, dents and bruises. 50428-2 JS (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4420

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4421
$0.00

UNIQUE AND EXTREMELY FINE CONFEDERATE BOWIE KNIFE WITH ALFRED HUNTER IVORY GRIP.

This extremely well made Bowie measures 16-1/4″ overall with 11-1/2″ clip point blade, .25″ thick. Blade is beautifully saber ground still retaining original tool marks with about a 3″ clip and is still extremely sharp. The craftsman who made this knife utilized an ivory grip no doubt from an Alfred Hunter circa 1835 Bowie adding a brass ferrule, 2-3/4″ turned down iron crossguard, copper throat, tin drag and iron frog button. This is among the most attractive and pleasing large Confederate side knives you will see. PROVENANCE: Ex-Virginia Estate; Wayne McNeese Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Blade is overall gray/white with staining and light pitting, there is a hairline crack in cutting edge that is barely visible at about mid-point. All metal whether is iron, brass, copper or German silver has untouched patinas. Knife fits scabbard snugly and is unsewn along closed edge about 3/4 of its length, brown leather scabbard body retains most of its polish with scattered areas of crazing, light scuffing and numerous small blemishes unaffecting the overall aesthetics. “Certifiable Antique Ivory” grip has several longitudinal cracks has pleasant patina, missing original German silver cap. 50428-3 JS (8,000-12,000) IVORY – Lot 4421

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4422
$5,750.00

FINE AND UNIQUE MASSIVE CONFEDERATE CROWN STAG GRIPPED D-GUARD BOWIE CARRIED BY GEORGE TELFORD, 1ST SC STATE TROOPS.

This exact knife is pictured on pg 235 of Confederate Bowie Knives by Melton, Phillips and Sexton. This is 1 of only 3 crown stag gripped C. S. knives that were photographed from over 500 knives. Crown stag is rare in Confederate Bowies and this is a wonderful, massive knife measuring 20-15/16″ overall, blade 15-3/16″ with a massive .33″ thick crosshatched ricasso with other cut designs on back of blade. This knife exhibits a 4-1/2″ clip with a very large handle that fits the hand quite well with good balance. The iron crossguard has crosshatched design also showing skill of maker. This knife was originally found in an estate which included the wartime diary (which was sold separately) of George B. Telford, Co. C 1st South Carolina State Troops. The 1st SCST garrisoned and patrolled around Charleston during late 1863 but Telford’s diary entries also include early 1865. His diary which a portion is reproduced with accompanying provenance in one note states he saw the CS submarine Hunley being built though we did not see it in the light copies of some diary pages. This is a most unusual form that has great untouched look and aesthetics. PROVENANCE: Ex-Brent and Barry Smith, Greensboro, NC; Ex-Don Bryan, Troutville, VA; Ex-Jimmy Wrenn Collection; Wayne McNeese Collection, 2001. CONDITION: Blade and guard show heavy iron patina, uncleaned with scale and pitting, several large nicks in cutting edge and point is dulled. Guard is a bit loose due to loss of protective washer or shrinkage of stag. Stag grip exhibits dark hand worn patina. 50428-5 JS (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4422

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4423
$16,100.00

EXTREMELY RARE ETOWAH IRON WORKS, GEORGIA, ENLISTED SIDE KNIFE.

This exact knife is pictured on pg 72 of Confederate Bowie Knives by Melton, Phillips and Sexton. This knife is virtually identical to the very valuable identified officer’s knives by this maker and actually are not as rare. This example is 15-1/8″ overall with 10-1/4″ blade, .38″ thick and almost 2″ wide. This double edged knife is the only example known in this style and has great collector history. PROVENANCE: Ex-John Frawner Collection; Ex-Ben Michel Collection; Ex-Josh Phillips Collection; Ex-Wayne McNeese Collection. CONDITION: Very good overall, blade is overall gray with scattered staining and pitting. Brass has medium mustard colored patina. Turned wood handle retains traces of original black color typical of this maker. 50434-1 JS (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4423

4424
$13,800.00

MASSIVE EARLY AMERICAN GUARDLESS BOWIE KNIFE, CIRCA 1825.

Pictured on pg 285 of The Bowie Knife: Unsheathing An American Legend by Norm Flayderman, 2004. “BEFORE THE WORDS “BOWIE KNIFE” ENTERED THE AMERICAN LEXICON THERE WAS THE “LARGE BUTCHER KNIFE”…and this sturdily made specimen splendidly qualifies for the unbefitting, if not vague terminology. Well constructed, huge fighting knife of no particular recognized prevailing configuration. More or less, a nondescript type such as Jim Bowie might have used at the Sandbar Fight. It has every appearance of fabrication by a blacksmith or similar craftsman, utilizing a worn out heavy-duty tool of unknown nature; circa 1820-1830. 19″ overall, 14″ single edge, thick blade almost 2″ wide at the juncture of the ricasso; weight 2 pounds. Two-piece stag antler grips fastened with three roughly forged iron pins. Thick leather sheath with plainly fashioned brass mounts.” In Mr. Flayderman’s monumental text, this knife is pictured as frontis to “The Defining Moments; The Sandbar Fight”. Like Norm states based on the most scholarly research of the fight, this knife most closely is described in first hand accounts of the type of knife that made Jim Bowie an American icon. PROVENANCE: Ex Norm Flayderman Collection. CONDITION: Fine overall, blade exhibits old cleaning, staining and pitting, gray/bright overall, 3/8″ forgers mark is unknown. Accompanying brass mounted scabbard fits knife snugly and well, frog button possibly has small glue repair at its base. 50412-64 JS (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4424

4425
$6,037.50

RARE FINE AND UNIQUE AMERICAN POSSIBLY TEXAS BOWIE KNIFE, CIRCA 1850, MAKER MARKED B. HABER.

This extremely well made knife reminiscent of several makers from New York, Boston and New Orleans, measures 13″ overall with a 8″ blade and .3″ thick near ricasso. Knife exhibits a 4″ sharpened clip and is stamped twice with the maker with a couple broken dies which appear to read “B. Haber”. There is an article showing this well made knife in detail in Bowie Journal number 17, 2012 though author thought it was “R. Haber, though to this cataloger it sure looked to be like “B. Haber”. (Antique Bowie Knife Association). There was a Barvarian Jew named Benjamin Haber who immigrated to the US in 1850, moving to Lamar, TX and becoming a citizen in 1861. He signed his name “B. Haber”. Haber was in the mercantile business selling knives among other goods, but is not listed as a cutler. He and his brother Gabriel are listed in Roster of 9th Military District Lamar & Hopkins Counties, Texas as Home Guard at the beginning of the Civil War. Abraham Haber, another brother served in the 9th Texas Infantry as a Major on General Maxie’s staff. Whoever made this well made knife, he was a gifted cutler showing skills of surgical tool makers of the era using carved ebony grip, fluted German silver pommel and ferrule. The oval 2-1/2″ crossguard has knurled edges again like what might be found on surgical tools or gun hammer. PROVENANCE: Ex-Rick Mack collection; Wayne McNeese collection. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Blade is gray overall with scattered staining and light pitting, some old sharpening. Ebony grip has 2 longitudinal cracks on either side and remnants of old varnish coating in protected areas of flutes. 50428-7 JS (6,000-8,000) – Lot 4425

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4426
$6,325.00

UNIQUE CONFEDERATE MAKER MARKED HARPER’S FERRY, VIRGINIA BOWIE KNIFE.

This unique profile knife was made by a gifted craftsman with a finely polished 7-7/8″ blade, sharpened on either side of medial ridge with a slight clip point. Iron guard is turned down with quillions quite pointed like a Medieval dirk. The poplar handle has a shell carved pommel so reminiscent of carved mouldings by Southern gun makers. The maker signed the knife on one side of the 4-sided shaped grip which appears to read “L HA__ETT / Maker / Harper’s Ferry”. A little in depth research may identify this craftsman which portion of his name unfortunately is obscured by a scratch in the surface (see photo of name). This particular knife is picture in Bowie Bulletin (ABKA #17, 2012). PROVENANCE: Wayne McNeese Collection. CONDITION: Knife is very good to fine overall, blade still shows most of its original polish and luster with some old sharpening marks. Grip is sound and solid retaining areas of thinning varnish. Makers mark is discernible though several letters are damaged by scratch or chip as is seen in photo. Accompanying scabbard fits knife sloppily, is supple, scuffed with new sewing in areas tip is broken and glued poorly as can be seen in photos. Slit cut belt loop is intact. 50428-8 JS (6,000-8,000) – Lot 4426

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4427
$7,475.00

RARE WILLIAM BUTCHER “DOG BONE” BOWIE KNIFE CARRIED BY OLIVER BLAND,13TH TEXAS INFANTRY, CSA.

Rare circa 1835, William Butcher Bowie with Spanish notch with cypher of King William IV (1830-1837). Knife exhibits 8″ clip point blade, an original Sheffield scabbard with leather cover utilized so often in America especially during the Civil War. This knife still has the late well respected Texas Collector Paul Sorrell’s tag stating descent from Orange Texas Confederate soldier, Oliver Bland who was at Sabine Pass with copies of his wartime papers and his biography stating he was born in 1834 and died in 1909. Private Bland served from May 1861 til May 1, 1865. The 13th Texas served in the TX, NM, AZ and Trans Mississippi department. Norm Flayderman thought so highly of this pattern that the first knife he shows illustrated in his monumental 2004 text The Bowie Knife Unsheathing an American Legend page 6 is another W. Butcher “Dog Bone”. PROVENANCE: Decent of family to Vaughan Seastrunk; Ex-Paul Sorrell Collection. CONDITION: Very good overall, blade overall is gray with scattered areas of staining and light pitting. Makers mark are clear and easily seen including William IV’s cypher over “W.BUTCHER / SHEFFIELD”. Knife saw honest use and good care still holding a fine edge from its last sharpening, probably in the Civil War era. Rosewood grips have hand worn patina with large chip at one toe as can be seen in photos. German Silver mounts are intact with slight wobble to blade. Leather frog is sound with hand worn patina, sewn over older leather scabbard utilizing original German silver and cardboard scabbard, remnants of old tape can be seen where removed at drag, which has several hairline cracks but is still solidly attached. 50865-1 JS (5,000-7,000) – Lot 4427

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4428
$2,300.00
Revised: 9/14/2016

Please Note: The photographs in the printed catalog are incorrect. The correct photographs are online. The description is correct.

RARE CIRCA 1840 UNMARKED WADE & BUTCHER MOTHER OF PEARL GRIPPED BOWIE.

This large Bowie measuring 12-1/2″ overall with approximately 8″ clip point blade. This hefty blade is a full 1/4″ at ricasso. German silver mounted handle has 2 beautiful Mother of Pearl slab grips and functional fold out corkscrew. CONDITION: Handle, crossguard, pommel and corkscrew are fine but blade shows heavy pitting, old cleaning and several large nicks in blade possibly from poor storage. There are no discernible makers marks, but similar knives marked “Wade & Butcher” exist. 50412-61 JS (1,000-2,000) – Lot 4428

4429
$40,250.00

SPECTACULAR AND UNIQUE WILLIAM MARSTON’S PERSONAL PRESENTATION GUSTAV YOUNG ENGRAVED BREECH LOADING PERCUSSION RIFLE.

SN NSN. Cal. 36. 45-1/2″ overall. 25-13/16″ oct to 16-sided transition to rnd bbl. Top of frame engraved “W.W. MARSTON, PATENTED 1850, NEW YORK”. Gun is finely scroll engraved most likely by Gustav Young on the frame, hammer, breech & breech tang, buttplate, toe plate, trigger guard/lever, screw heads and rear ramrod thimble. Large panel on obverse of frame shows a rampant wolf and reverse has woodland scene showing a buck and doe. Both these panels are shown in Nimschke’s book of patterns. Nimschke has an “X” next to each denoting that they were not his work; several other engraved panels marked with “X” are known to be Gustave Young. Regardless, this is an impeccable and beautiful rifle described by Doug Eberhart in his 1974 American Society of Arms Collectors bulletin, No. 30, as “Probably the finest rifle known…It is, by far the most decorated piece I have ever seen. In addition to the deluxe engraving, it has two gold barrel bands, at the breech, just as you might expect to find on a better grade of Philadelphia Derringer. This piece also has several other features that make it unique. The maker’s name and address…is engraved in script on the top of the frame, instead of being stamped on the left side of the frame…the ramrod is of rosewood instead of ash, as was commonly used.” Marston’s Model 1850 rifle’s are extremely rare with few examples known and this exquisite example is in extremely high condition retaining virtually all of its orig finish. PROVENANCE: William Walker Marston (1822-1872), circa 1855; Ex-Henry M. Stewart collection; The two panel scene engravings are shown on pg. 11 of “L.D. Nimschke Firearms Engraver”, by R.L. Wilson, 1965; Pictured and described in L.D. Eberhart article in “American Society of Arms Collector Bulletin” No. 30, 1974; Ex-Stanley Diefenthal Collection, New Orleans; Estate of Tig Sogoian. CONDITION: Extremely fine overall. Bbl retains most all of its original brown finish though thinning. Ramrod thimbles retain strong traces of orig brown though thinning on bottom to a silver/gray patina. Frame and buttplate engraving is crisp retaining most of their orig thinning blue finish brighter in protected areas, case colors on lever are mostly bright with balance a smooth silver/gray, hammer is mostly gray with strong areas of bright and muted case colors. The birds-eye maple stock is well fit retaining excellent color and its original smooth oil finish. Patented mechanism and set triggers are mechanically fine and bore exhibits distinct rifling. 50763-1 JS (30,000-50,000) – Lot 4429

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4430
$46,000.00

EXTRAORDINARY AND FINEST KNOWN ENGRAVED EARLY BRASS FRAME WARNER REVOLVING PERCUSSION RIFLE.

SN NSN. Cal. 40. 24″ part oct bbl, browned and case hardened. The total production on these revolving rifles with the automatic revolving cylinder and brass receiver for the bbl has been estimated at approx. 25 guns, making this extremely rare. These self-revolving carbines were considered an infringement of Colt’s patent and their production was stopped shortly after it began with Colt’s intervention. Engraved lockplate marked “WARNER’S PATENT / JAN. 1851” in two banners. Reverse side of frame is engraved with a panoply of American flags, stars and a patriotic shield, possibly made as exhibition piece as the only other example I have found (SN 7), was blued not browned, plated and frame un-engraved. This is a beautiful and unique example of Warner’s finest work made prior to the Civil War. PROVENANCE: Ex-South African collection, 2002; Estate of Tig Sogoian. CONDITION: Extremely fine overall. Bbl retains over 95% orig thinning brown finish. Cyl retains 98% of its orig bright blue with etched scroll decoration. Frame retains over 80% of its thinning brown finish, with light pitting at top of breech ring and front top of lock. Trigger guard retains about 1/2 of its orig brown with balance gray, and has a small casting flaw visible on left side near rear. Buttplate, hammer and loading assembly are mostly silver/gray with strong areas of bright and muted case colors. Buttstock is sound, solid and well fit, retaining virtually all its orig bright factory varnish. Mechanically sound with crisp bright rifling in bore. 50763-5 JS (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4430

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4431
$23,000.00

EXTREMELY RARE AND FINE GUSTAVE YOUNG ENGRAVED “EXHIBITION” SHARPS DELUXE MODEL 1853 SHOTGUN.

SN 9324. Cal. 26 ga. This particular gun, once part of the famous A.E. Brooks collection prior to 1900 and later in the U.S. Cartridge company collection was little doubt an exhibition gun. Only 320 model 1853 shotguns were manufactured and only 6 were “Extra Fancy Engraved” according to Frank Sellers 1978 text Sharps Firearms. Factory letter states this gun was invoiced at the Hartford factory January 11, 1855, being stocked with fancy wood and extra fancy engraved. Larry Wilson in his 1974 text Colt Engraving pg 145, another Model 1853 “Exquisitely engraved by Gustave Young as an exhibition piece”. Still another engraved 1853 Sharps, SN 8421, on pg 103 of Steel Canvas 1995, Wilson attributes to shop of Gustave Young. Gustave Young’s signature features are note on this example his deluxe scroll with pearled background and instead of dog or eagles head, engraving on top of bbl terminates in sea serpent with pointed tongue. This shotgun has 3 panel scenes of hunting and game, which, as can be seen in photographs are quite elaborate and well done. PROVENANCE: A. E. Brooks Collection, Hartford, CT, about 1880; Displayed at A. E. Brooks Restaurant at 387 Main Street, Hartford, CT til 1893; Displayed at the Wadsworth Athenaeum, 1894; A. E. Brooks Collection Catalog, Item #1563, line #447, pg 72, 1899; U. S. Cartridge Company Collection, Lowell, MA, 1902; Exhibited by the U.S. Cartridge Company at St. Louis World Exposition, 1903-1904; Collection auctioned Robins H. Ritter, East Hartford, CT Auction, 1942; Michael Cairns, 1989. CONDITION: Very fine to extra fine overall. Mechanically excellent with crisp, bright, shiny bore, retains virtually all of bright piano polish varnish surface with several cosmetic dents and scratches. Metal overall is silver/gray with bright finish found in protected areas, light staining and pitting on bbl, which retains much of its thinning brown finish. 51006-1 JS (15,000-25,000) – Lot 4431

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4432
$11,500.00

OUTSTANDING AND RARE FACTORY ENGRAVED FIRST MODEL MERRILL OFFICER’S CARBINE.

SN 731. Cal. 54. Often known as officer models, the handful of engraved first model Merrill carbines are quite rare and all very different. This particular example is totally iron mounted with rare variant solid thick shotgun style buttplate with patchbox. Lock, hammer, bbl band, trigger guard, breech, sling bar mounts, buttplate and patchbox are all florally engraved. Stock is deluxe burl and high polished with oil finish. Otherwise, this carbine is standard configuration with patent markings on breech and lock with 21-1/2″ browned bbl. This gun is in remarkable condition retaining most of its orig finish, and the highlight of Bill Moore’s spectacular collection of Merrill carbines and is pictured and described in the accompanying privately printed, 48-pg book on his collection of Merrill’s. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Bbl retains most of its orig bright brown finish with scattered scratches, scuffs and cosmetic blemishes with pitting at breech. The iron overall is smooth and silver/gray with crisp markings and engraving retaining much of its orig polished surface. Stock is sound and solid with sharp edges with beautiful red color, there is a repaired hairline crack on right side of wrist that is difficult to see. Mechanically gun has crisp function with bright, shiny bore. 51033-31 JS (12,000-15,000) – Lot 4432

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4433
$11,500.00

RARE AND UNIQUE CIVIL WAR ENGRAVED MERRILL OFFICER’S MODEL CARBINE, 58 CALIBER.

SN 1125. Cal. 58. This is a unique Merrill Officer’s Model and the only one known in 58 Cal., engraved and German silver mounted and once part of the well known Merrill Collection of Bill Moore of Baton Rouge, LA. Often known as officer models, the handful of engraved first model Merrill carbines are quite scarce and all very different. This particular example is totally German silver mounted with flat hinge. Lock, hammer, bbl band, trigger guard, breech, sling bar mounts, buttplate and patchbox are all engraved. Stock is deluxe burled and high polished. Otherwise, this carbine is standard configuration with patent markings on breech and lock with 21-1/2″ browned bbl. This gun is in beautiful condition and is pictured and described in the accompanying privately printed book of Mr. Moore’s collection of Merrill’s on pgs 40-41, (Fig. 18). CONDITION: Very good to fine, orig, complete. Traces of finish in protected areas. Assembly number “13” noted on many parts. Stock is well fit, except around tang where refinished with well disguised professional wrist repair. Markings and engraving all fine and discernible with some wear noted to engraving on trigger bow. Scattered small, cosmetic blemishes. Mechanically functional with crisp bright bore. 51033-30 JS (12,000-15,000) – Lot 4433

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4434
$0.00

SPECTACULAR AND EXTREMELY RARE ENGRAVED DELUXE SPENCER SPORTING RIFLE.

SN 21165. Cal. 56-50. This unique freshly discovered rifle was made most likely for exhibition with 30″ half oct to rnd bbl, mounted with deluxe flame grained American walnut engraved and white metal/silver plated action with engraved “SPENCER / REPEATING RIFLE CO” in ribbon on top of receiver. Left side of frame is engraved with a flying American eagle surrounded by scrolls and punch-dot background as is remainder of frame, buttplate, lock and lever. The hammer is similarly engraved along with a dog/serpent head in style noted of Nimschke shop. SN 21165 is found on back of frame showing that this gun was made from a surplus Civil War military frame as other early Spencer Sporters were. There is a presentation Spencer engraved by Nimschke to Spencer company President Frank Cheney in 1868, which this gun was emulated. This is a most unusual and deluxe Spencer sporting rifle which no other example has not been offered previously. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Bbl retains virtually all of its orig thinning blue finish. Plated components retain about 97% orig plate with worn areas at high spots with pitting and brown patina. There are several scratched areas to plating where rust was attempted to be removed, which does not affect the overall aesthetics. There are numerous dents and dings on top edge of receiver, along breech which can be seen in photos but which again do not affect aesthetics. Forestock is larger than frame but is beveled to match with matching assembly “10” found inside and on bbl. Bbl shows no other marking other than assembly numbers and engraving at breech. Bbl exhibits a long German silver blade mounted on dove-tailed post not noted on other Spencer’s previously. Screws are all blued and engraved. Mag tube is not engraved or plated. Buttstock was not removed, but matching assembly number “10” is found internally on two parts of case colored breech and on lever. Stocks are well fit with several scuffs and small dents, retaining a newer applied varnish. Mechanically crisp with bright, shiny bore with 6 lands and grooves. 51063-1 JS (30,000-50,000) – Lot 4434

4435
$10,350.00

RARE AND EXTREMELY FINE CIVIL WAR U.S. NAVY CONTRACT SPENCER RIFLE.

SN 663. Cal. 52. This is the first contract by U.S. military for Spencer Arms. According to Norm Flayderman there were 709 contracted rifles falling in serial range under 750. This is the nicest example of this rare arm we have noted with no alterations and “as found” condition retaining most of its orig finish with excellent stock with raised grain. This gun conforms to other examples with 30″ rnd bbl, 6-groove rifling, bayonet lug, fixed pedestal front sight and adjustable ladder rear sight, bound by three bands, sling swivels and nosecap. Buttplate retains 7-shot magazine. Top of breech “SPENCER REPEATING / RIFLE CO., BOSTON, MASS / PAT’D MARCH 6, 1860”. This is an extremely fine example of a rare unaltered Civil War martial arm. PROVENANCE: Estate of Tig Sogoian. CONDITION: Bbl retains 95% of its orig thinning blue finish with areas of scattered light pitting and areas turning plum. Frame, lock, hammer, lever, face plate are overall mottled dark plum with bright case colors exhibited in protected areas. Stocks are well fit with scattered cosmetic bruising and scratching and some “splattered” staining for several inches at lower toe of buttstock. Small inspector initial “G” is found on both forestock and buttstock. Bayonet lug is stamped “O” on bottom. Mechanically sound, crisp action and bright shiny bore. 50763-3 JS (7,000-9,000) – Lot 4435

4436
$4,025.00

FINE CIVIL WAR MODEL 1855 SPRINGFIELD PERCUSSION PISTOL CARBINE WITH STOCK.

SN NSN. Cal. 62. This is a fine example of the unique and popular martial Civil War era pistol-carbine. This gun conforms with other examples with rifled 12″ rnd/oct bbl marked at left breech “V/P” over eagle’s head and dated “1855” forward of folding three leaf sight on tang. Lock marked on primer door with spread winged eagle and “U.S./SPRINGFIELD” in front of lock and dated “1856” behind the hammer. Walnut stock has discernible inspector cartouche. CONDITION: Overall very good, markings all crisp and discernible. Bbl and lock have been cleaned to a bright gray/white overall with light staining and pitting. Bbl has been bored to 62 cal. smoothbore which appears contemporary. Adjustable 3-leaf rear sight complete with crisp markings and traces of blue. Brass mountings have yellow mustard patina and small cosmetic blemishes, especially on yoke. Walnut stocks are sound and solid with worn edges. Gun functions well with partial roll of caps inside Maynard device with clean smooth bore. Stock has assembly number “1” and pistol is “16”. 51033-78 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 4436

4437
$0.00

VERY FINE NEW MODEL 1863 CARTRIDGE CONVERSION SHARPS CARBINE.

SN 87127. Cal. 50-70. This Indian War era carbine is in very fine condition and is one of the Civil War percussion carbines converted starting in 1867. Approx 30,000 Sharps carbines of all configurations were converted after the Civil War with 22″ round bbl, with 3-groove rifled liner, and breechblock converted with cam type firing pin. Guns were restocked and refinished as necessary at the armory, as this gun appears retaining original Civil War markings and patented Lawrence rear sight, though buttplate was taken from a Model 1859 as it has mortise for patchbox. Various inspector marks are found on this gun in addition to original Civil War inspector and sub-inspector marks, “DFC” (David F. Clark) in ribbon cartouche is found on reverse side of buttstock who was the final inspector circa 1870. This is a fine Indian War era cartridge conversion of a Civil War Sharps carbine retaining much of its orig arsenal finish. CONDITION: Very fine overall. Bbl retains about 20% of its orig arsenal bright blue with balance plum/grey with areas of staining and pitting. “New Model 1863″ is marked behind rear sight and inspectors initial “F” on breech over the orig CW bbl inspector’s mark. Lock, frame, hammer, loading arm and base plate retain strong traces of their case colors with remainder being silver/gray with staining and pitting. Buttstock is sound and solid with old refinish, small cosmetic bruising and scratching. There is a contemporary 3/8″ plugged hole on bottom comb. Forestock is sound and solid with old refinish. Stocks have nice hand-worn patina. Mechanics are excellent and crisp. Bore is bright & shiny with crisp rifling. 50458-5 JS (3,000-5,000) – Lot 4437

4438
$0.00

RARE REMINGTON ZOUAVE ROLLING BLOCK CONVERSION.

SN 102. Cal. 58 CF. SN 102. This rare rifle, one of possibly only two known, certainly few were ever made. It was made by Remington in 1867 from leftover Zouave rifles & was likely not acceptable to the military due to the heavy caliber, especially since the lighter 50-70 caliber was already in production. This rifle was one of two in the Remington Factory Museum & was de-accessioned in the 1940’s to reduce the size of the collection. It is described as having the orig Zouave bbl, 32-1/4″ long, with saber bayonet lug on right side, orig front sight & 2-leaf, 3-position rear sight with orig Zouave brass furniture consisting of a nosecap, two bands, buttplate & small patchbox. Recess under patchbox has hole for spare nipple. It has a regular rnd top rolling block action with a sling loop in front web of trigger guard. The number “102” is stamped in the stock on bottom left front side of wrist by trigger guard. The number “175” is found on left side of top tang, under the wood and the number “23” is found on left side of butt. The number “5” is found on tang screw, which is also case colored. There are tack holes on bottom of stock, reportedly from where the brass Remington museum tag was removed. Accompanied by an orig unmarked brass handle bayonet with 20-1/8″ Yaghtahan blade with a small “H” inspector mark on handguard and a “B.H.” on back of grip. It has its fine orig brass & leather scabbard. PROVENANCE: The William Smith Collection. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Bbl retains about all of its glossy, bright, orig blue with some slight bayonet wear at muzzle. Receiver & trigger guard retain virtually all of their brilliant, orig case colors. Breechblock & hammer are in the white. Wood is sound with a series of small dings on forestock & light handling & storage marks on buttstock. Mechanics are crisp, bright shiny bore. Bayonet is very fine to extremely fine. Blade is bright with light surface discoloration, mostly on left side. Handle is clean. Scabbard is slightly crackled. 50600-1 (7,000-10,000) – Lot 4438

4439
$3,450.00

VERY FINE MARTIALLY MARKED CIVIL WAR REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY PERCUSSION REVOLVER.

SN 90901. Cal. .44. Blue finish with 8″ oct bbl, pinched post front sight & 3-line address. “PATENTED SEPT. 14 1858 / REMINGTON & SONS. ILION NEW YORK U.S.A. / NEW MODEL”. Trigger guard is brass and it is mounted with 2-pc walnut grips and has a crisp, clear cartouche “BH” (Benjamin Hannis) on left side. Sub-inspector initials are found on most every part of gun. This is a nice example of one of the most popular Civil War cavalry side arms of the war. CONDITION: Very fine overall, all matching including grips, bbl and frame. Cyl is not SNd, but has matching proofs as found on other parts of revolver. Bbl, loading arm and frame retain about 80% glossy orig blue, small nicks and scratches with balance plum/grey. Cyl retains 60% orig blue with one large patch a grey/blue patina with staining. Hammer retains about 50% case color with balance white/grey with pitting. Front sight has restored blade top with braised copper, about 1/4″, otherwise gun appears 100% orig and complete. Grips are sound, solid, well fit with crisp cartouche and inspector stamps with chip to right rear toe. Mechanics are crisp with shiny well defined bore. 50458-2 JS (3,000-4,000) – Lot 4439

4440
$0.00

ENGRAVED REMINGTON NEW MODEL ARMY MARTIAL REVOLVER.

SN 116547. Cal. 44. 8″ bbl. Blue finish with brass trigger guard and 2-pc walnut grips. Revolver is expertly engraved, during period of use, in scrollwork and embellishments on frame, bbl, loading lever, trigger guard, backstrap, and cyl. Bbl shows correct 3-line address, patent mark, and model designation. Bottom flat of bbl shows SN. SN also appears on left side of grip straps under grip. There is a “J” inspector mark on trigger guard behind screw. Other inspector marks have been engraved over. Cyl shows an “A” inspector mark on rear periphery between bolt stops and a “K” on rear face between 2 nipples. Grips are not numbered, but show a faint trace of inspector cartouche on left side. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl is an even plumb-brown patina overall with traces of blue in protected areas. Bbl address is sharp. Engraving is sharp. SN is sharp. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Frame is a plumb-brown patina overall with traces of blue. Trigger guard is a mustard-yellow patina. Grip straps are also a gray-brown patina. Cyl shows 50% orig blue finish with a sharp inspector mark. Engraving is also sharp. Grips are very good, have been cleaned, and are slightly under-sized. There is a filled in repair on butt of left grip. Cartouche is faint but readable. 51033-48 TEP (7,000-10,000) – Lot 4440

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4441
$0.00

VERY FINE AND RARE REMINGTON FACTORY ENGRAVED 46RF CONVERSION ARMY REVOLVER.

SN 97757. Cal. 46RF. Standard configuration with 8″ oct bbl and ejector. Matching conversion assembly “EE10” on loading arm and grip frame. 3-line address on bbl and rare Rollin White patent markings “PATENTED APRIL 3d 1855” horizontally on cylinder. CONDITION: Gun retains 98% orig bright nickle finish with largest reductions on trigger bow. Light drag line. Markings and engraving all crisp and well defined. Stocks well fit with small dings and dents. Oiled finish on stock mostly intact. Mechanically fine with crisp well defined bore. 50663-2 JS (7,500-12,500) – Lot 4441

4442
$0.00
Revised: 9/19/2016

Please Note: As is usually the case with a refinished gun, part of the address on the top of the barrel was polished out and after refinishing the missing parts of the address were remarked.

EXTREMELY FINE REMINGTON MODEL 1875 SINGLE ACTION ARMY REVOLVER.

SN 5054. Cal. 44. Nickel finish with 7-1/2″ bbl, full front sight and 1-line “E. REMINGTON & SONS” address. Mounted with 2-pc smooth ivory grips matching number on inside of each grip. The Remington Army was a fine revolver in its day and would have been serious competition for the Colt Model 1873 but it appeared on the market two years after the Colt, by which time Colt was well established with military contracts which Remington could never generate. Even though the Remington was every bit the equivalent of the Colt and many reported it superior, Remington did not have the distribution and contacts to reach widespread customers. Though there was an estimated 25,000 of this pattern manufactured, they are quite scarce as many were sold outside the U.S.This is a very crisp example which has apparent factory refinish as there are tiny plated over pits. Small star just forward on right edge of bbl is the only marking noted other than address. There is a known purchase of 639 nickel plated Remington’s for use by Indian police and at least 1,000 were purchased by the Mexican government and there was contract by the Egyptian government for 10,000 guns as this might be one. Regardless, this is a beautiful example that shows little or no use. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Extremely fine as period refinished, bbl address has been freshened. Overall retains virtually all of its strong nickel finish, crisp bright like new bore with light staining, screws retain all of their nickel plate; grips are sound, well fit with several hairlines and mellow ivory patina. 50663-1 JS (7,500-12,500) IVORY – Lot 4442

4443
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PERSONAL ITEMS BELONGING TO GENERAL GEORGE ARMSTRONG CUSTER FROM DIRECT FAMILY DESCENT, NEVER PREVIOUSLY OFFERED.

George Armstrong Custer, the most iconic military leader in American history was brave, bold, imprudent and no doubt brilliant. Custer historians have numerous opinions of the gallant Custer, and objects associated with him are highly sought after. Personal items have been tightly held by descendants and few have ever surfaced. General Custer, his brothers Tom and Boston, and brother-in-law Lt. Calhoun, all died at the Battle of the Little Big Horn. His brother Nevin and sister Margaret remained, with Nevin being the General’s only sibling to produce children. Nevin owned a large farm in Monroe, Michigan with his brother George at the time of his death. Most of the General’s items were acquired by his brother Nevin or his widow Libbie, who donated the bulk of her items to The Smithsonian in 1933. Her nurse and confidante retained some small mementos, mostly letters, medals and photographs that have been sold over the years, most recently at a Spink Auction, New York in 2013. While many individual items of the Generals have been auctioned through the years, the only large family grouping ever sold was in 1989, over 27 years ago. Several direct descendants of James Calhoun Custer, 1871-1954, (Nevins only son who produced children) have retained important Custer personal objects; most of which are currently on loan to major institutions with several in need of conservation work. Family members have decided to sell this particular archive of bona fide family objects to start a fund to assure the longevity of family heirlooms. Interestingly, over the years, some objects of “supposed Custer origin” have been sold privately or at auction with no direct lineage to family members, and often for large sums of money. Indeed, Custer descendants are much attuned to objects sold, and continually wonder how some items were ever authenticated as many have never been seen by family members and are considered of questionable family origin. Major Edward S. Luce (1886-1963) was the original Superintendent of the Custer National Battlefield Monument and made notes on much of the material in the family collection. Several of the items offered here are described in his notes from when he was in charge of the park, 1941-1956. It is a rare opportunity to offer this lot which such strong provenance. 1) Mariam and Margaret Custer, sisters and grandnieces to the General, (both of whom never married), possessed a small box which contained a lock of the General’s hair and a note written inside: “Gen’l Custer’s hair – from Margaret and Miriam”. This large lock of hair is braided at the end, measuring 2″ x 6″ long. “Before Lieutenant Colonel Custer left Fort Abraham Lincoln on his last campaign, his wife had a dream of her husband being scalped by the Indians. Upon her insistence, he cut his hair before his last battle. The locks of hair that he gave his wife were passed down to his descendants”. One of these locks of hair braided identically, but only 1″ wide, was sold by Butterfield’s as Lot 88, April 4, 1995. This same lock of hair was apparently later cut into two sections and one of these sections was sold as Lot 44139, Heritage Auctions, June 22, 2013. Another lock of hair is on display at the Monroe County Historical Museum. 2) Custer’s personal map he ordered of the Northern Pacific Railroad route being constructed through hostile Sioux territory. Map is inscribed and dated “TO GENERAL G. A. CUSTER USA IN REPLY TO HIS TELEGRAM DATED ELIZABETHTOWN, KY FEBY 15 1873”. Map was sent from Washington “OFF. CH. OF ENGRS USA / WASHINGTON DC / FEBY 26 1873”. The topographer whose initials “DC”, sent map and added highlighted “BOUNDARIES AND NAMES OF THE MILITARY DEPARTMENTS”. These are bordered and written in red: “ARIZONA”, “TEXAS”, “THE GULF” on large lower half and and partial inscriptions on the other three upper sections: “CALIFORNIA”, and portions of what is missing “THE COL[ORADO]”, “THE[DAKOTAS]”. The two upper northeastern sections of map show “THE LAKES” and completing bottom section “THE SOUTH”. Topography also highlighted in blue “MILITARY POSTS AND STATIONS, GARRISONED (AS FAR AS OUR INFORMATION EXTENDS)”. The map shows in print forts established by the maps orig publication in 1868. Written in red ink with blue underline are additional western posts “FT BLISS”, “CAMP CRITTENDEN”, “CAMP CH’S”, “CAMP VERDE”, “CAMP APACHE”, “CAMP TULERASA”, “FT WINGATE” noting old “FT VINGATE” and others including several in San Francisco Bay, one being “ALCATRAZ”. Map overall pieced together measures about 49″ across and about 45″ tall; large lower section of map is 49″ across and 22″ tall. The 3 sections of 8 missing from upper half of map would have shown the Dakotas and the site of The Little Bighorn. Percentage wise, 3 of 16 sections are missing, so map is about 82% intact, the whereabouts of the missing 3 sections are currently unknown. Custer had just been ordered to reunite the 7th US Cavalry, now stationed at various posts. Custer assembles his command in Memphis, TN where three steamboats will take them on the first leg of their journey to protect survey crews. September 23, 1873 Custer and his command return to their new post at Ft. Abraham Lincoln. This could possibly be the exact same map, as shown in photographs of Custer in his study at Ft. Abraham Lincoln, taken November 1873 by Orlando Goff. 3) Civil War era officer’s sword knot. In the numerous photographs of Custer, he is shown with a sword quite often, but only one photograph shows a sword knot on his saber and that picture was taken very early in his career in May 1862 when Custer was a Lieutenant with his cavalry officer’s saber with bullion knot attached. This could easily be the knot that accompanied the orig saber that was given by Custer after the Battle of Antietam to a fellow officer. This is the same style knot that would have matched the saber and accoutrements he purchased as noted in a letter Custer wrote home and cited on pg 49 in Frederick Whittaker’s early biography A Complete Life of Gen. George A. Custer: Major-General of Volunteer; Brevet Major-General, U.S. Army; and Lieutenant-Colonel, Seventh U.S. Cavalry written in 1876: “I left West Point on the 18th of July, 1861, for Washington, delaying a few hours that afternoon on my arrival in New York to enable me to purchase, of the well-known military firm of Horstmanns, my lieutenant’s outfit of sabre, revolvers, sash, spurs, etc.” 4) Custer’s personal field hand mirror. The gilded gessoed wood frame is encased in sewn leather enclosure, measuring 7″ x 5″ and about 1-1/4″ deep. A mirror closely resembling this one belonged to Custer’s brother-in-law James Calhoun, who was killed with him at the Little Bighorn. His mirror is at the Monroe County Museum in Monroe, Michigan. We can find no other comparable military field mirrors anywhere. This particular mirror was donated to the museum by Emma Mae Calhoun (1882-1960), the wife of James Calhoun’s younger brother and General Custer’s niece. The mirror in the Monroe Museum has “FS Calhoun” who was James’ younger brother, also a Civil War and Indian War veteran, Lt. Frederic S. Calhoun (1847-1904). 5) Folding camp chair. In the numerous field photographs of Custer camps, a variety of folding camp chairs are seen, many with canvas tops like the one on view at the Monroe County Museum in Monroe, MI, but others similar to this with apparent solid seats and backs are seen in photographs of the 1860’s & ’70s though none can be noted to being identical. Custer and his inner circle are known to have been well supplied in camp, and this chair, of quality construction, is an example of that. 6) Rare cabinet card photograph, 6-1/2″ x 4-1/4″, listed by Katz in his text Custer in Photographs on pg 96 (K-112) “Lieutenant Colonel George Armstrong Custer, on or about January 24, 1872, by James A. Scholten. From the unique, original unpublished cabinet card, courtesy of Custer Battlefield National Monument.” We have not seen photos from this sitting other than a couple of other variant views including one signed for his sister from the Dr. Lawrence Frost collection, which of course descended in same family grouping. 7) Large albumin photograph of General Custer and General Pleasanton mounted on 9″ x 11″ board as part of Alexander Gardner’s “Incidents of War”. The original photograph was taken October 9, 1863 at Warrenton, VA by Timothy H. O’Sullivan (ref. K-24, Katz Custer in Photographs). General Pleasanton was the first Union authority to recognize the brilliance of Custer and was one of the influential sources of his rapid climb in rank. Custer met with extreme favor under Brigadier General Alfred Pleasanton. Pleasanton quickly came to depend on Lieutenant Custer to carry out dangerous commands on the battlefield. Accordingly, Custer enjoyed a warm relationship with him resembling that of a father and son, as Pleasanton trusted Custer and even called him “boy”. Custer received ample opportunities from this closeness and boasted, “I do not believe a father could love his son more than General Pleasanton loves me”. Pleasanton bestowed upon Custer powers and responsibilities usually beyond those in his position. Note: the similar folding camp chair Custer is seated. PROVENANCE: From direct family descent of Nevin Custer. CONDITION: 1) Fine “as found” in old hosiery box. Silk handkerchief appears fine and contemporary, lock of hair is also fine with few loose hairs found scattered in box. 2) Very good overall, easily discerned ink markings. Staining, foxing, especially on far left border. Linen backing is quite sound with fraying at edges. 3) Very good. Well preserved, good bullion, unsewn only at knot end. 4) Remarkably fine condition for harness leather object of this era, with scuffing, missing original sewn closure tab. But this has obviously been handled very little as hinges in casing are made simply by cutting the leather to make hinge which so easily could have been broken. The wooden frame of mirror is held by cut nails hammered through leather on each of its 4 sides. Embossed decorations still discernible. Corners are sewn, typical of Civil War/Indian War era manufacture. Sewing is broken on 2 corners. 5) Very good, functional as refinished. Missing one eyelet for corresponding locking hook. 6) Fine, light soiling and foxing, written on verso in pencil “Gen Custer 3”. 7) Fine contrast and clarity, several bends, cracks and folds unaffecting content, light soiling, yellowing and foxing. 50946-1 JS (100,000-150,000) – Lot 4443

4444
$46,000.00

INDIAN CARBINE CAPTURED BY US ARMY JUST AFTER THE CUSTER MASSACRE, LISTED ON US ORDNANCE REPORT JULY 1879, ON DISPLAY AT THE SMITHSONIAN 1906-1931, GREAT PROVENANCE AND COLLECTION HISTORY.

SN 2347. Cal. 52. This is a beautiful “as found” tacked Indian gun with a most interesting, orig hand-braided cord with red and yellow silk thread decoration. This gun has wonderful surface and unlike so many Custer-era guns was taken by U.S. forces not long after the Custer Massacre and has been carefully cared for and displayed in the earliest and most prominent 19th and early 20th century collections. Once part of the important A. E. Brooks historical arms collection and displayed in his museum/hotel/restaurant/saloon in Hartford, CT; later at Wadsworth Athenaeum; St. Louis Exposition of 1904 and at the Smithsonian for 25 years. This gun has been photographed as early as 1899 in a group of 18 displayed guns “CASE OF INDIAN RIFLES MADE BY DIFFERENT GUN MAKERS. THESE RIFLES WERE CAPTURED, AND SOME OF THEM WERE SURRENDERED BY HOSTILE INDIANS (SIOUX AND CHEYENNE), SOON AFTER THE CUSTER MASSACRE, JUNE 26, 1876, ON THE LITTLE BIGHORN RIVER, WYOMING TERRITORY.” “These arms were captured by Lieutenant Clarke of the Second U.S. Cavalry and turned over to the United States Government at Cheyenne, and afterwards sent to the National Armory at Springfield, Mass. Here these rifles went through examination, and were finally condemned and sold at auction to New York parties. It is said by good authority that every brass tack in these riles represents a scalp.” Though this 1899 caption just quoted that these were all captured by Lt. Clarke; his actual report contained in an April 2, 1879 report does not list this Gallager, however it is listed in same July 27, 1879 Ordnance List, but not where captured. Regardless, this is one of a small handful of documented small arms captured from hostile Indians with incredible aesthetics and tacked design with power symbol of the sun as seen on other captured Custer battlefield guns as referenced in John Dumont’s text Custer Battle Guns. PROVENANCE: Listed in Table VI Report of the Chief of Ordnance, July 27, 1879; A. E. Brooks Collection, Hartford, CT, about 1880; Displayed at A. E. Brooks Restaurant at 387 Main Street, Hartford, CT til 1893; Displayed at the Wadsworth Athenaeum, 1894; A. E. Brooks Collection Catalog, Item #442, 1899; U. S. Cartridge Company Collection, Lowell, MA, 1902; Displayed at the Massachusetts Sportsman Association Show, Boston, February & March 1902; Displayed by U. S. Cartridge Company at the 1904 St. Louis Exposition; On loan and display at Smithsonian Institute, 1906-August 1931; sold as Lot 332, Robins H. Ritter, East Hartford, CT Auction, 1942; Dr. Victor F. Neu Collection, Greenbay, WI, 1942; Dr. Lawrence Frost Collection, Monroe, MI, 1962; Robert G. Palmer Collection, Lakewood, CO, 1976; Jim Strouse Collection, 1986. CONDITION: Gun was not disassembled and appears all matching as it was used, though SN inside patchbox door is “2131” typical of Civil War martially used arms. Metal is grey overall with old areas of rust lightly removed on left side of frame. Overall scattered staining and pitting and light rust. No discernible markings on bbl, though lock markings are crisp and clear. It is interesting to note in the orig 1879 Ordnance Report that breech was noted to be “in working order and the stock was fair”. The stock is, indeed, well fit retaining hand worn patina, missing several tacks along buttplate line, a large chip in toe is well patinaed over, matching Ordnance Board’s evaluation of stock as “fair”. Missing rear sight. Mechanically, gun functions well with well defined rifling and pitted bore. Tied cord braid attached to carbine sling ring is sound with wear, still retaining some red and yellow wrapped threads along different areas of cord, about half it’s length toward tip of unknown purpose. Number “1358” is stamped in top of comb which appears to be the original U. S. Cartridge Company collection number 50881-1 JS (40,000-70,000) – Lot 4444

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4445
$14,950.00

EXTREMELY RARE AFRICAN AMERICAN 9th US CAVALRY “BUFFALO SOLDIERS” ISSUED AND MARKED SHARPS CARBINE AND REMINGTON ARMY REVOLVER.

SN 91825, 113680. Rarely seen are “as found” regimentally marked revolvers and carbines of the famous 9th U.S. Cavalry which consisted of entirely black enlisted men raised just after the Civil War. There are numerous fakes and frauds in this genre and represented here are two of the best, no doubt original “Buffalo Soldier” used weapons. The 9th Cavalry was one of the orig six regiments of the regular U.S. Army set aside for black enlisted men and the best known and hardest fighting. The 9th was authorized by Congress in the act of July 28, 1866 reorganizing the army for post-Civil War service, mainly against native peoples in the West. Colonel Edward Hatch, an officer with no military experience prior to the Civil War but who distinguished himself as the commander of an Iowa cavalry regiment during the rebellion, was the 9th’s first commander. Initial recruiting efforts centered on New Orleans and vicinity. By February 1867, twelve companies were organized and on their way to Texas. Company K saw service starting at Ft. Stockton, Texas and served with valor in Apache Wars and against the Sioux and was one company assigned directly under Col. Hatch until his death. The regiment participated in numerous frontier campaigns, against the Comanche, the Ute, and most notably the Apache between 1877 and 1881. In the early 1880s it also engaged in efforts to restrain settlers seeking to take up land in Indian Territory before that area was legally open. In the 1870s the regiment was involved in the El Paso Salt War and in the 1890s it participated in efforts to restore order in the wake of the Johnson County, Wyoming Cattle War (1892) and railroad labor disputes (1894). Colonel Hatch remained in command until his death at Fort Robinson, Nebraska in April 1889. Forty-four of its soldiers were killed in action during this period, 28 against the Apaches. Eleven members of the regiment received the Congressional Medal of Honor for actions between 1870 and 1890. Sergeant Emanuel Stance was the first in 1870. He was followed by Sergeant Thomas Boyne, Private John Denny, Corporal Clinton Greaves, Private Henry Johnson, Sergeant George Jordan, Sergeant Thomas Shaw, Sergeant Augustus Walley, Sergeant Moses Williams, Corporal William Wilson; no other unit in any American War can claim such a feat. The two weapons offered here were property of Tig Sogoian and are 100% orig and authentic in every regard with original and correct markings on each “CO K / 9 CAV”. Of the handful of surviving 9th Cavalry marked small arms these are both very rare survivors. PROVENANCE: Carbine – Ex-Charles Worman collection; Pictured on pg. 22 of “Firearms of the American West” Vol. II, 1985; Ex-Floyd Everhart, 2003; Estate of Tig Sogoian. CONDITION: Carbine is overall very good, orig and complete missing the lever latch. This is a Springfield Armory conversion of a Civil War carbine. Gun is “as found” showing distinct saddle wear and crisp 9th cavalry markings on frame and buttstock. Buttstock retains Civil War inspection cartouche and later Springfield Armory cartouche. Metal overall is brown/gray with iron patina, traces of color in protected areas. Mechanically gun functions well with good discernible rifling. Revolver is model 1858 Remington New Model Army made late in production (about 1870), overall very good with good markings including 9th cavalry markings on either side of frame, Remington patent marks are crisp and discernible as are SN’s on bbl, frame and cyl. Bbl and frame both serial numbered 113680 and cyl is close with last 4 digits 3881 which is quite common for martial arms that parts were switched in the field as needed. Grips also have penciled last four digits of indiscernible serial numbers, there is also a large “K” stamped in right side of grip strap internally. Gun appears original as used with good overall aesthetics, including a matching fine, rare Indian War cavalry holster that fits gun well with broken stitching and crazing. 50763-2 JS (10,000-15,000) – Lot 4445

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4446
$0.00

HEAVY BARREL LEMAN PLAINS RIFLE WITH INDIAN RAWHIDE REPAIR.

SN NSN. Cal. 56. 51″ overall and weighing in at just over 11-lbs with 36″ full oct bbl, rifle has rawhide repair just forward of lock that would have shown any bbl markings. Lock is marked “LEMAN / LANCTR. PA”. Originally a flintlock, bbl has been converted with drum bolster to accommodate this percussion lock. Double-set triggers, brass mounted with small patchbox, old 5″ rawhide repair with discernible wood peg repair beneath and once had several tacks at perimeters now missing. Similar Indian attributed Plains rifles, in similar configuration, abound in numerous reference books on the subject. CONDITION: Good to very good. Sound and solid. Tiger striped maple stock is weathered with several hairlines and rawhide repair as noted. Brass furniture with light mustard patina with old cleaning. Long, 5-1/2″, 3-screw bbl tang has old welded repair and is slightly misaligned with bbl. Mechanics are sloppy and hold cocks only intermittently. Crisp, discernible rifling in bore with pitting. Wood ramrod has old tied cord at end, often seen in vintage guns. Gun has a thin layer of varnish scattered on much of guns surface overall. 50669-1 (7,500-12,500) – Lot 4446

4447
$3,450.00

*SCARCE WELLS FARGO COMPANY EXPRESS DOUBLE BARREL SHOTGUN.

SN 279582. Cal 12ga. Wells Fargo shotguns were well used and rarely are found retaining so much orig finish. This is a fine example with very deep markings “WF & CO EX 648”. 24″ matted rib bbls, right side boxlock marked “Ithaca Gun Co. NY”. Roll engraved pointing dog motif found on each side of frame. This is a good looking example of a well used Wells Fargo Express shotgun with correct markings from the famous Del Costello collection of Wells Fargo and Western memorabilia. PROVENANCE: Michael Del Castello Collection. CONDITION: Bbls retain over 90% blue finish and frame retains much of its orig bright and muted case colors. Several screws appear to be replaced and hard rubber Ithaca buttplate has large chip missing at toe. Re-varnished stocks with repair at wrist. Scattered dents and cosmetic blemishes. Good action and bright shiny bores. 50412-72 JS (3,000-5,000) C&R – Lot 4447

4448
$2,012.50

SPRINGFIELD 1879 TRAPDOOR SADDLE RING CARBINE.

SN 182267. Cal 45-70. 22″ bbl having correct 1879 carbine mark rear sight. Case colored action and low arch breech block having star marking behind SN. 1873 dated blued block. Walnut long comb carbine stock with trapdoor steel buttplate containing three piece cleaning rod. Stock has “SWP/1881” cartouche. CONDITION: Bbl blue turning to faded smooth brown patina. Hammer and receiver retain good case colors in protected areas with balance fading to mottled grey. Lockplate has spots of fading blue blending with patina. Stocks show numerous scratches, dents, and handling marks having chips around saddle ring bar and behind lock. Good bright bore. 51087-9 DS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 4448

4449
$0.00

*REMINGTON NEW YORK STATE CONTRACT ROLLING BLOCK RIFLE PRESENTED TO PROMINENT NEW YORKER, WILLIAM GARRISON, 1885.

SN NSN. Cal. 50-70. Standard New York 1872 contract Rolling Block rifle, one of about 15,000 made for New York militia. Standard configuration for 36″ rnd bbl and long range rear sight and very distinctive long tailed hammer spur. This gun was has presentation in beautiful silver figural plaque “PRESENTED TO / W D GARRISON / AS A TOKEN OF RESPECT AND / ESTEEM BY HIS COMRADES / CO. C 7TH REGT N.G.S.N.Y. / AUGUST 6TH 1880-OCT 15TH 1885”. William D. Garrison (1839-1892) was from the prominent Garrison family of New York City and Mr. Garrison was a very well respected citizen who was manager of the Grand Union Hotel from 1873 til his death. “Mr. Garrison, besides being a successful hotel man, is an inventor and takes a deep interest in all matters and things scientific. His method for testing wines and liquors, milk, oils and other things largely used by hotels are original and have met with approval of the most eminent scientists of the day. Mr. Garrison is well informed on all political, local and social questions of the period and employs his leisure hours in reading and study.” CONDITION: Fine overall as nickel plated at time of presentation, gun was originally blued and case colored. At time of presentation gun was becoming obsolete and made a wonderful curio for a retiring member of the 7th NG. Stock was refinished at time of presentation such that inspectors cartouche can only be seen in outline, well fit retaining much of its varnish from time of presentation. Nickel is 90% intact with an overall mottled silver/grey patina with scattered areas of staining and light pitting. Presentation plaque is fine with patina and areas of old silver polishing compound in crevices in wood around plaque. Mechanically sound with bright, shiny bore. 50630-2 (5,000-10,000) – Lot 4449

4450
$0.00

MODEL 1870 TRAPDOOR SPRINGFIELD PRESENTED TO CIVIL WAR COL. WESLEY BRAINERD AT CAMP DOUGLAS, UTAH, 1873.

SN 24807. Cal. 50-70. This is an interesting souvenir given to Civil War Colonel and author by another Civil War veteran and Brevet Major General “PRESENTED TO / COL WESLEY BRAINERD / BY THE OFFICERS OF THE 13TH U S INFANTRY / COL. HENRY MORROW COMMANDING / CAMP DOUGLAS, UTAH / JULY 1873”. Col. Wesley Brainerd (1832-1910) was Colonel of the 50th New York Engineers and wrote a well respected memoir after the Civil War. After the Civil War, Brainerd went into the lumber business in Chicago. He later went West becoming involved in the mining business, where he must have run into the Col. Henry Morrow (1829-1891) who was commanding Camp Douglas in Utah Territory at time of the July 1873 presentation. Col. Morrow was a true Civil War hero being badly wounded three times at Gettsyburg, Wilderness and at Appomattox all while Colonel of the “Iron Brigade’s” famous 24th Michigan Regiment. Morrow was Brevetted Major General by war’s end and continued in military service and actually died at his post in 1891. This is an interesting souvenir given by one Civil War veteran to another by unknown happenstance. CONDITION: Very good to fine. Gun appears all orig, complete and matching. Stock has been refinished and now with round edges and weak cartouches. Metal is overall grey with crisp action and good bore. 50630-1 (7,500-10,000) – Lot 4450

4451
$15,525.00

FINE 1758 DATED FRENCH AND INDIAN WAR POWDER HORN OF JOHN DEEN.

Rufus Grider, one of the early documentors of historic American powder horns, drew and described this horn on November 3, 1887. This horn which measures 15″ long and 3-1/2″ at base. It is pictured in Powder Horns; Documents of History by Tom Grinslade, pg 36. John Deen saw long service with the Colonial British forces in Connecticut against the French from 1755-1762 and was part of campaigns at Crown Point and Lake George among others. This horn has deep rich patina and is well preserved with honest wear. Grinslade in his book describes some of the details of the horn including the rhyme “March The made by NorWalk / John Deen His Horn 1758”. “Carving on this horn includes pictures of the bar room at Half Moon Tavern containing a sugar bowl, a glass and a dark bottle, with a horse tied up at the front door and a sign containing the half moon crescent design. Also depicted are two men dueling, a flag, fortifications, two birds, a fish and a large vine. The extensive service record of John Deen includes his enlistment in 1755 in Eighth Company of Capt. Thomas Hobby in the 4th Regiment of Col. Elihu Chauncey. In the campaign of 1756, he was in the Eighth Company of Capt. John Jeffry in the 3rd Regiment. In 1757 he was in the 6th Company of Capt. David Waterbury in Col. Phineas Lyman’s Regiment, followed in 1758 in the Eighth Company of Capt. Isaac Isaacs in the 4th Regiment of Col. David Wooster. Finally in 1762 he is listed in the Eighth Company of Capt. Samuel Elmore in the 2nd Regiment of Col. Nathan Whiting. An interesting statement by Rufus Grider on his roll out drawing of this powder horn says, “The HALF MOON TAVERN shown on this horn was a noted place in Colonial days, it was situated on the Hudson, N. of Troy, in Saratoga Co., N.Y. and was named after Henry Hudson’s ship in which he first sailed up the Hudson River, the HALF MOON.” Located where present-day Waterford in Saratoga County above Albany, where the portage to the Mohawk River began, a stockaded fort was started before 1692 and a palisaded stone redoubt was recommended in 1698. In 1703 the fort was rebuilt again for the French and Indian war, it was reconstructed.” Accompanied by a copy of Grinslade’s book where it pictured on full page in color. PROVENANCE: Illustrated by Rufus Grider, November 3rd, 1887; Wayne McNeese Collection. CONDITION: Horn is very good to fine overall, good surface and patina with staining and wear at high areas where horn has sat. Plug well patinaed with original iron cleat. Accompanying custom wood stand is also fine. 50428-10 JS (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4451

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4452
$9,200.00

FINE POLYCHROME TANSEL FAMILY POWDER HORN, CIRCA 1830.

This is among the finest Tansel family horns noted. It was carved by one of Francis Tansel’s sons, most likely Timothy according to accompanying research. Based on extensive research, this horn has a most impressive collection history dating back as early as 1936 in a Metropolitan Museum of Art study and once residing at the Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts (MESDA) til de-accessed. This 15-1/2″ horn, including original plug, exhibits fine scrimshawed classic well executed Tansel designs, 3-1/2″ spread-winged eagle with riband reading “E. PLURIBUS UNUM”, two large Indians (thought to be Black Hawks), 3-1/2″ tall shooting bow and arrows, a running deer, a serpent and ribbon reading “C.ELEWIS WASHINGTON” and a fine mounted view of we believe to be William Henry Harrison on horseback shooting a pistol. Classic fish mouth engrailing enhanced with v-notch cuts at spout end with drapery border at both ends. Horn retains its original leather strap in relatively sound condition which is quite rare. This is a beautiful example of a Black Hawks eras horn with fine surface and esthetics that would be difficult to upgrade. PROVENANCE: Ex-Donald D. MacMillan, NYC, 1936; Referenced in Stephen V. Grancsay’s American Engraved Powder Horns, 1946, Grancsay No. 914, pg 72; Ex-Wilson Douglas, Jr. Collection; Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts (MESDA), Winston-Salem, NC, 1970; Ex-Collection of Gordon Crumpler, Colonial Heights, VA, 1976; Ex-Dr. Franklin P. Watkins, Richmond, VA; Wayne McNeese Collection, 2001. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Good, well patinaed surface with some color still present from polychrome ink coloring, especially blues. There is a 1″ crack at base plug, and about a 1″ carved out chip several inches from spout which is well patinaed over which do not effect overall esthetics. Attached supple leather strap is very good and sound though heavily crazed and cracked overall. Plug is also very good with dark patina and is photographed in early photographs of horn as original. Custom made stand for this horn is in matching fine condition. 50428-9 JS (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4452

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4453
$4,025.00

TWO 18TH CENTURY AMERICAN ENGRAVED POWDER HORNS BY “THE FOLKY ARTIST”.

These two powder horns are carved by same artist known as the “Folky Artist”. There are different schools of carving known on French and Indian War era horns and Revolutionary War era horns which is the period these horns date. This period between 1750 and 1790 was a time when every American military man carried a powder horn with his rifle. This is also the era of the greatest carvers of powder horns, few of which are known by name as they rarely signed their horns, but most are just known by their distinctive styles. There are groups of horns carved by the “Pointed Tree” carver, the “Memento Mori” carver and the subject carver the “Folky Artist”. These artists typically were paid by powder horn owner to be decorated and often named such that one man’s distinctive horn could not be mistook for another. Artistry skills and styles vary greatly among these 18th Century pieces of art. The Folky Artist is thought possibly to be a southern artist as southern characteristics such as palmetto trees, long leaf pine sprouts, scenes of dogs running deer, manatees, an alligator and what appears to be a Spanish mission are among the subjects engraved on his horns. One of the horns here is dated 1782. James Julia sold a collection of 13 horns by this artist October 2012, lot #2235. There are recurring themes on many of this unknown artist’s horns. The most unusual of these is a hunter with bag, horn and flintlock rifle which is shown on one horn here. He is dressed in Colonial attire; knee britches, frock coat, complete with tri-corn hat. Many times he is with his dogs running an almost comical bug-eyed deer such as represented here. Mel Hankla who originally put this collection together and studied most of the other known “Folky Artist” horns in various institutional collections, states in his pamphlet produced on the “Folky Artist” the reason there are northern and southern scenes with dates ranging from 1759 to 1777. “My personal opinion, at this particular time, is that Folky Artist was on campaign. He was a soldier that was quite probably as far north as the Canadian border…but I also think he was at least as far south as Savannah, Georgia. Almost all of these powder horns have been engraved with an empty cartouche. Thus…I do not think that he was taking orders or making horns for particular individuals. Several have owner’s initials or a date scratched in, but most all seem to be from a different hand than that of the maker. I feel he was producing these horns for money or for trade. Perhaps he was producing these horns for someone that was actually dealing and selling these horns as a middleman; a merchant or a “drummer” as they would have been called in the day. Although his work is not what we would usually consider as professional, I think he was somewhat of a professional Horner. I believe he was influenced by what was around him; where he was, the people, where they were from and the norm of the accoutrements that they used. From looking at the whole spectrum of horns made by Folky Artist during the French and Indian War to his horns made well into the American Revolution, my personal opinion is that most were made in the field under a vast range of conditions producing much variety in the quality of workmanship. I feel some were produced under very good conditions and thus were very well wrought. And at the other end of the scale, one horn looks like it was perhaps an early attempt or maybe one of his last while laying on his deathbed!” The horns in this collection have each been assigned a name and individual details are available for each. These two horns would add nicely to the 13 horns that were sold on these floors back in 2012 of this unique French & Indian and Revolutionary War powder horn artist. PROVENANCE: Ex-Mel Hankla collection. CONDITION: The two horns here measure 10-3/4″ and approximately 13″ overall, smaller of the two horns is dated with owners initials 1782 is overall dark, well patinaed with staining and easily discerned details, typical scuffs and wear worn. The larger of the two horns is lightly cleaned but still with discernible with hunter, dogs, deer, bird, town, etc…, wood plug is sound and solid in both horns, smaller horn has numerous small holes and no attaching ring. 50412-82 JS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 4453

4454
$4,025.00

FINE 18TH CENTURY SCRIMSHAWED LARGE POWDER HORN.

19″ overall, 3-1/4″ wide, this large horn is professionally carved with stylized British Coat-of-Arms above two cannons with implements above a diagram of a fort. The base is carved with figures of buildings an foliage, there is a stylized sun with a face and blank ribbon for owners initials. This horn has a fine dark patina that presents nicely. CONDITION: 3-tiered spout is decorated with irregular ring and large smooth polished plug with small iron staple, overall fine with easily discerned detail with staining, one small chip at tack in plug. 50412-87 JS (1,000-1,500) – Lot 4454

4455
$20,700.00

EXTRAORDINARY FACTORY ENGRAVED MERWIN AND HUBERT FIRST MODEL ARMY REVOLVER WITH IVORY GRIPS AND MEXICAN PITIADO HALF HOLSTER.

SN 5285. Cal. 44 M&H. 7″ bbl. Factory engraved with full nickel finish and 2-pc ivory grips. Revolver was engraved by Otto Bodenstein with meandering scroll work and rustic representations of animals, which are a hallmark of Merwin & Hulbert products. The floral accents are inlaid with a black enamel to provide contrast. Left side of frame is engraved with a Mexican eagle motif. Right side of frame shows a small bird. Backstrap is engraved behind hammer. Bottom of butt and trigger guard are plain. Bbl is engraved at breech-end, running all the way to muzzle. Cyl is engraved between flutes. Bbl shows correct 1-line Merwin & Hulbert mark with last patent date of March 6, 1877. Left side of bbl shows the Hopkins & Allen address. SN is stamped on butt behind lanyard loop stud. Loop is missing. Assembly no. “3112” is stamped on lower frame under rip. Assembly no. also appears on cyl arbor, rear face of cyl, and rear face of bbl lug. Left inside of grip shows no. “7955” in pencil. Pitiado holster is of the half length variety with decoration on front face and hold-down strap. Holster is lined. Accompanying this revolver is a letter from Peter A. Underwood of Jim’s Firearms of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, dated April 19, 2009, where he gives attribution to General Porfirio Diaz of Mexico. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Excellent. Revolver retains nearly all of orig nickel finish with sharp markings and engraving. Bore appears unfired. Cyl chambers also appear unfired. Hammer shows a generous amount of case color. Trigger shows traces of fire-blue. Grips are fine with only a small chip out of toe on right side. Holster is also very fine with a light russet brown finish and only a slight break at toe of hold down strap. Lining is in tact. Decoration is not frayed. An excellent example of a First Model Army Merwin & Hulbert Patent revolver with orig engraving in a wonderful rig. 51033-46 (18,000-35,000) IVORY – Lot 4455

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4456
$0.00

VERY RARE TOOLED F A HAKE, DALLES, OREGON HOLSTER WITH IVORY GRIPPED SMITH & WESSON OLD MODEL ARMY.

SN 11908. Beautiful F.A. Hake, The Dalles, Oregon made California-style tooled “Slim Jim” holster with 6″ Smith & Wesson old Model Army revolver. The Dalles at the end of the Oregon Trail was an important Northwest city for pioneers, soldiers, gold miners, gunslingers, floozies and scallywags according to it’s destination website. It is also the 4th oldest city in the State of Oregon. This is one of the few early Oregon holsters known and F.A. Hake, an apparent itinerant saddler, is not even listed in Oregon, though known to have worked in Idaho City, Idaho in 1865. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Gun is very good overall, retaining 80% plus orig silver. Gun appears all matching and orig with restored hinge screw. Elephant ivory stocks appear orig to gun, though not SNd. Gun is functional with discernible rifling in a pitted bore. Holster is sound and solid overall with crazing and scuffing at high areas; still tightly sewn on edge. Orig belt loop is missing and a new addition has been added for display. Tooling and makers mark are discernible as seen in photographs. 50412-42 JS (6,000-8,000) IVORY – Lot 4456

4457
$6,325.00

RARE FACTORY DELUXE ENGRAVED REMINGTON SMOOT IN ORIGINAL BOX WITH PEARL GRIPS.

SN 212. This early Remington Smoot revolver was made about 1880 in near new condition retaining virtually all its original nickel finish, fine pearl grips and fire blue finish to trigger and screws. Dark green box has printed directions pasted inside and the original cleaning rod. This little gem glistens like a piece of jewelry. CONDITION: Excellent overall. Small area of pitting around frame at bbl pivot and couple small chips in nickel on butt. Gun appears un-fired, mechanically fine with crisp, shiny bore. Lid to box is missing some of its dark green veneer with several scuffs and cracks. 50412-49 JS (6,000-8,000) – Lot 4457

4458
$0.00

RARE AND HISTORICAL SHARPS MODEL 4D: CHRISTIAN SHARPS’ PERSONAL POCKET PISTOL.

SN NSN. Cal. 32RF. Blue&cased colored with 3-1/2″ bbl cluster, German silver front sight. Groove in the top of the frame as a rear sight. It has flat side frame with flattened recoiled shields and the knurled release button on the left side of the frame. It has spur trigger and with the Sharps patent marking on the right side of the frame and is mounted with spectacular deep relief carved eagles heads on the grips. The carving is extremely clever using the grip screw escutcheons for eyes in the eagles. This pistol is pictured on page 156 of the book Sharps Firearms, Sellers. Mr. Sellers states in his book that “this pistol was supposedly the personal property of Christian Sharps but the documentation is a little sketchy”. No indication of what the documentation was but, having known Frank Sellers for many years, there must have been something available to him for him to have even considered putting such a statement in print. Given that this pistol is not serialized lends strong credence to the probability that it, in fact, did belong to Christian Sharps. PROVENANCE: Ex-Robert Seiforth Collection; Ex-Frank Sellers Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Fine. Bbl cluster retains 60-70% glossy orig blue with the sides of the two right bbls moderately heavily pitted. Frame retains traces of smoky cased colors having turned silver to gray with pitting on the right side. Grips are extremely fine showing light to moderate wear and retain a wonderful mellow ivory patina. Mechanics are fine. Strong bright bores with scattered pitting. 50722-1 (12,500-17,500) IVORY – Lot 4458

4459
$20,700.00

RARE CASED ENGRAVED LARGE FRAME TIPPING & LAWDEN MODEL T3 SHARPS PATENT 4-BARREL DERRINGER.

SN 5234. Cal. About 340. Blue & silver finish with 3-15/16″ 4-shot bbl cluster with British proofs, mounted on a silver plated brass frame with 2-pc smooth ivory grips. It has a bar-shaped bbl release and spur trigger. Pistol is engraved in fine, well-executed foliate arabesque patterns with about 75% coverage. Front bottom of frame & backstrap are engraved in feather patterns. Buttstrap & grip retainer are engraved in foliate arabesque patterns. Bbl has a hand stippled oval panel on each side which serves as a grasping area for opening. Accompanied by an orig brown velvet lined mahogany casing compartmented in bottom for the pistol & an all metal cleaning rod with integral jag. There is an empty covered compartment. According to Sharps Firearms, Sellers, only about 250 of these derringers were produced. PROVENANCE: Jackson Arms (1978); Ex-Robert Howard Estate Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbls retain 70-75% strong orig blue with the loss areas a light patina. Frame retains about 85-90% orig silver with dark case colors on the hammer and faded blue on bbl latch. Certifiable antique elephant ivory grips are extremely fine with a couple of small age lines and retain a wonderful mellow ivory patina. Mechanics are fine, bright shiny bores. Case has a couple of small grain checks in bottom, otherwise is sound with light handling & storage marks and retains most of its orig varnish. Interior is moderately to heavily faded with moderate soil & wear and damage from the front sight & hammer spur. Cleaning rod is fine. 50722-2 (7,500-12,500) IVORY – Lot 4459

4460
$0.00

FINE CASED ENGRAVED TIPPING & LAWDEN 4-BARREL SHARPS DERRINGER.

SN 5572. Cal. 30 RF. Beautiful Sharps type derringer with 2-7/8″ bbl cluster with brass pin front sight. Frame is brass with 2-pc smooth ivory grips. Assembly number “10” was observed in front of the frame in the bbl dovetail slot which number is also found on bottom of bbls. Pistol is beautifully deluxe engraved with bbl cluster having wonderful flowing foliate & floral patterns with fantasy animal heads and a very fine stippled background. Frame has full coverage, extremely well-executed, flowing foliate arabesque patterns with clusters of flower blossoms on sides of standing breech and wolf’s heads on top of standing breech. Left rear edge of frame is engraved with a man’s head that has the foliate arabesque patterns emanating from his mouth. Right rear side of frame is engraved with a large wolf’s head. Top of backstrap is engraved with an additional bouquet of flower blossoms and backstrap in feather patterns. Buttstrap and grip keeper are engraved in foliate arabesque patterns. Engraving on sides & bottom of frame has a wonderful detailed punch dot background. This is one of the most elaborately engraved Tipping & Lawden pistols. Accompanied by its orig burl walnut veneer, blue felt lined casing with empty brass shield & ribbon in lid. Interior is compartmented for pistol, a small turn-screw, an ebony handled blued steel cleaning rod, a Hawksley pewter oil bottle and in front left corner a rectangular compartment with sliding lid that contains four 30 caliber rimfire cartridges. PROVENANCE: Jackson Arms (1977); Ex-Robert Howard Estate Collection. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). We have taken care to ensure that this item(s) meets the standard for sale under the ESA. However, certain states and other countries have laws that are more restrictive than the ESA. It is the bidder’s responsibility to ensure that it is lawful to purchase or transport this item(s) into their state, and to obtain the necessary import and export approvals. Delay or failure to obtain any such permit or approval does not relieve the buyer of paying for the item(s) and consummating the purchase. CONDITION: Very fine, all matching except grips which are unnumbered. Bbl cluster retains virtually all of its strong orig factory blue showing little or no wear; frame is a dark mustard patina; trigger retains dark case colors and hammer is a plummy blue finish; grips are sound with a wonderful mellow ivory patina. Mechanics are fine, pitted dark bores. Pistol has been fired very little but apparently was not cleaned after firing corrosive ammo. Case has grain checks in the lid with light handling & storage nicks & scratches and retains about 90% orig varnish; interior is lightly faded and moderately soiled; accessories are fine. 50722-3 (7,500-12,500) IVORY – Lot 4460

4461
$0.00

SCARCE CASED ENGRAVED TIPPING & LAWDEN MODEL T1 4-BARREL SHARPS DERRINGER.

SN 496. Cal. 22 Short. Almost a direct copy of the Sharps Model 1A Derringer and, according to Sharps Firearms, Sellers, may have been made from parts shipped to England by Sharps. Pistol has 2-5/8″ 4-bbl cluster with pin front sight and silver plated brass frame with standard markings around the hammer screw hole. Mounted with 2-pc, deep relief, cast Gutta Percha grips. Pistol is engraved with full coverage, very well-executed, intertwined foliate arabesque patterns on frame with rosettes around hammer screw. Bbl cluster is also engraved in foliate arabesque patterns with fine stippled ovals on each side for grasping spots. Accompanied by an orig English style burl walnut casing with empty brass shield in lid. Interior is green felt lined and compartmented for pistol with two empty covered compartments and one open compartment. According to the referenced publication only about 2,000 of these scarce revolvers were produced. PROVENANCE: Ex-Robert Howard Estate Collection, acquired 1980 at Ft. Worth show. CONDITION: Fine. Bbls retain 65-75% glossy orig blue with balance a light patina; frame retains traces of orig silver finish with exposed brass a dark mustard patina; grips are sound showing light to moderate wear. Mechanics are fine, lightly pitted bores. Case has light separation around lid, otherwise is sound and retains most of a restored finish on lid; interior, possibly relined, shows light soil. 50722-4 (3,000-5,000) – Lot 4461

4462
$0.00
Revised: 9/19/2016

Please Note: The nickel finish is an old in period refinish.

RARE BOXED FACTORY ENGRAVED REMINGTON MODEL 1 FIRST VARIANT DOUBLE DERRINGER.

SN 2067. Cal. 41 RF. Nickel finish with 3″ superposed bbls, fixed sights with early style markings on side ribs “ELLIOT’S PATENT DEC. 12th” and “E.REMINGTON & SONS, ILION N.Y.”. Extractor is in left side rib. Mounted with 2-pc smooth pearl grips that are numbered “5779” inside each grip. Pistol is engraved with nearly full coverage foliate arabesque scrolls with foliate & floral engraving on frame. Backstrap is engraved with snake & dot patterns around hammer slot. A large flower blossom behind hammer slot with snake & dot borders down the backstrap and geometric patterns on the butt. Accompanied by an orig 2-pc Double Derringer box with dark green lid that has an end label marked “DOUBLE BARREL REPEATER / FULL PLATE”. Inside the lid has a “DIRECTIONS FOR LOADING” label. Bottom of box is a blue/green color with a couple of minor repairs. According to Flayderman’s Guide to Antique American Firearms only about 100 of these derringers were produced in the period 1867-1868. Few of these derringers were ever engraved and even fewer boxes survive today. PROVENANCE: Ex-Robert Howard Estate Collection. CONDITION: Fine to very fine, all matching except grips as noted above. Overall retains 85-90% dull orig nickel plating with bare metal on front strap; grips have lightly chipped edges, otherwise are sound with good fire & color. There are 2 hairline cracks in hinge. Mechanics are fine, strong bright bores with moderate pitting. Box has one broken corner and one repaired corner in the top and a couple of repaired seams in bottom. 50412-48 JS (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4462

4463
$5,175.00

SCARCE VERY FINE CASED REMINGTON-ELLIOT DERRINGER WITH PEARL GRIPS.

SN 32688. Cal. 32 RF. Nickel finish with 3-3/8″ 4-bbl cluster, tiny half moon front sight with company address & patent dates on side ribs. Mounted with 2-pc smooth pearl grips. Accompanied by an orig black leatherette covered, hinged lid, burgundy velvet lined box. Interior has contoured dividers for the pistol with two empty compartments. According to Flayderman’s Guide to Antique American Firearms there were about 18,000 of these revolvers produced in the period 1863-1888 . They were very popular with gamblers & ladies due to their larger caliber and rapid fire and are rarely found today with high orig finish or in orig boxes. PROVENANCE: Ex-Herb Glass 1980; Ex-Robert Howard Estate Collection. CONDITION: Very fine. Overall retains virtually all of its strong orig nickel finish with slight muzzle edge wear and light dulling from handling; grips are sound with great fire. Mechanics are fine, strong bright bores with scattered light pitting. Box lid is detached but could be easily repaired; interior is moderately faded and lightly soiled with one re-glued partition. 50412-47 JS (5,000-7,000) – Lot 4463

4464
$10,350.00

VERY FINE .22 CAL “MY FRIEND” REID KNUCKLEDUSTER IN RARE FITTED CASE.

SN 6145. Cal. 22. Standard configuration frame marked on top left “MY FRIEND” PATENTED DECEMBER 26, 1865. Bronze frame, profusely engraved, gold plated. This is a very pleasing gun in French fitted veneered 5″ x 2-3/4″ x 1″ casing. CONDITION: Fine overall. Pistol retains strong traces of orig plating with medium mustard patina. The aftermarket case fits gun well with 7 orig rounds. 51057-2 JS (2,000-3,000) – Lot 4464

4465
$0.00

RARE PAIR OF CASED ALLEN AND THURBER UNDER HAMMER “POCKET RIFLES”.

SN 71+71.. Cal. 32. This is the only pair of matching 7″ bbl, “E. ALLEN / GRAFTON / MASS”, “POCKET RIFLE / CAST STEEL WARRANTED” engraved under hammer pistols we are aware. Matching number “71”, these guns made circa 1840 with saw handle type bag grip, with German silver escutcheons. This pair is in beautiful condition with a custom made hinged contemporary case, chiseled from solid piece of wood, fitted with nipple wrench, ball mold, brass powder flask, power measure, vent pick, 2 packs of caps, orig balls, and cleaning tool. CONDITION: Guns are matching in very good to fine condition with smooth gray metal overall. Well fit stocks, hand worn patina. Matching assembly or SN are found on frames, bbls and triggers externally. Markings are crisp, mechanically fine with crisp rifled bores. Casing is very good overall with scattered scratches and scuffs expected after 150 years. Fitted accoutrements also very good, along with functional key. 50731-13 JS (4,000-6,000) – Lot 4465

4466
$4,600.00

HISTORICALLY SIGNIFICANT WELLS FARGO SMITH & WESSON SCHOFIELD WITH FIVE INCH BARREL.

SN 793. Cal. 44 S&W. SN “793” in small numerals on center of butt with prominent “U.S.” stamped at front of butt. Roll stamped “W.F.& CO. EX.” on right side of bbl as well as the 793. Nickel finish overall with “793” stamped on rear of cyl and inside of right grip panel. According to the fine book, Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson by Jim Supica & Richard Nahas, “It is estimated that several hundred Schofield’s with the cut down 5″ bbls were purchased by Wells Fargo to arm its messengers. It is believed that all authentic Wells Fargo Schofield’s known to date have SNs under 6000.” The Wells Fargo markings on this revolver are perfectly straight and appear to be done by a single die and not one of the many spurious attempts to make an illegitimate example. CONDITION: Very fine overall as period nickel finished. Very good bore and mechanics with exceptionally fine grips. This gun screams authentic and gives no reason to doubt. A very desirable and historical firearm and a true piece of Western Americana. The mate to this gun is pictured on p. 100 of the 3rd Edition of the Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson and reinforces this cataloger’s belief of its authenticity. 50412-70 TDW (5,000-8,000) – Lot 4466

4467
$2,587.50
Revised: 9/14/2016

Please Note: The number on the gun is actually 643, not 648.

FINE FIRST MODEL SMITH & WESSON SCHOFIELD WELLS FARGO NO. 648.

SN 6437421. Cal. 44 S&W. Wells Fargo attributed first model Schofield revolver. Single line roll die marked “W.F.& CO. EX.” with No. “648” hand-stamped beside the Wells Fargo marking. The 648 number is also stamped on butt of gun behind lanyard loop. Original Smith & Wesson number of 742l is still evident as is the original inspectors markings. 2-pc walnut grips with nickel silver escutcheons, single action design with 5″ key hole bbl. Front sight has been professionally moved to its new position after cut down. According to the Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson by Supica & Nahas. “It is estimated that several hundred Schofields with the cut-down 5” bbls were purchased by Wells Fargo to arm its messengers. The guns were marked by the company on the right side of the under bbl ejector housing by stamping over the Schofield patent. The marking reads “W.F. & COS EX” along with a re-stamping of the gun’s SN. It’s believed that all authentic Wells Fargo Schofields have SN under 6000. CONDITION: Good as re-finished. Gun is an even plum finish overall. All markings are strong and visible and easily discernible. Bore is slightly dark and hammer needs slight adjustment. Polishing marks are imminent on sideplates and backstrap from removal of earlier corrosion. 2-pc wood grips are solid, however, have minor material loss on right grip at lower corners from wear and use. A nice piece of Western Americana. 50412-71 TDW (3,000-5,000) – Lot 4467

4468
$0.00

VERY RARE MARTIALLY MARKED SMITH & WESSON NO. 3 FIRST MODEL AMERICAN SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER.

SN 2065. Cal. 44 rare nickel finish with 8″ key whole shaped bbl, half moon front sight with usual Smith & Wesson address and patent markings on top of rib along with a small “US”. It has 2-pc walnut grips with outline and partially legible cartouche on left side are numbered to this revolver. Right heel of frame, under the grip, is stamped with assembly number “08” which number is also found on back of cyl, on bbl latch and inside top strap cuts. According to Flayderman’s Guide to Antique American Firearms, only 200 of these revolvers in nickel finish were ever made. The standard was blue finish. Accompanied by Smith & Wesson factory letter fully identifying this revolver as found. It indicates it was sold and shipped March 16, 1871 to the National Armory, Springfield, Mass. Included with this are two boxes of Smith & Wesson Army revolver ammunition. One box full containing 12 Martin primed cartridges from Frankford Arsenal, PA, dated 1871. The second box is empty but is identical. PROVENANCE: Ex-Robert Howard Collection. CONDITION: Very fine. Overall retains most all strong orig nickel showing heavy holster wear on right edge of muzzle with some nickel losses in that area, around forcing cone and face of cyl. Mechanics are fine, strong bright bore with fine pitting. 50470-2 TDW (15,000-25,000) – Lot 4468

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4469
$18,400.00

VERY RARE CASED SMITH & WESSON REVOLVING CARBINE.

SN 831. Cal. 320. Beginning in 1878, New Model #3 was the epitome of S & W large frame revolver design. The 320 revolving carbine was one of several related models based on this action and reached a total production of 977. Top break single action design with six shot fluted cylinder. 18″ round bbl with full length rib having case colored blade front side with rotating leaf rear sight. Full nickel finish, possibly as few as 76 carbines were nickel finished. forearm and two piece pistol grips are of red and black checkered hard rubber with “S&W” emblems. Accompanied by orig detachable walnut shoulder stock with nickel plated frame and checkered hard rubber “S&W” marked buttplate. Revolver is housed in a brown leatherette covered takedown case with brass corners and fitted interior. CONDITION: Overall fine. Bbl and action retain 97% nickel finish with freckling and small spots of peeling. Hard rubber forearm and grip show moderate wear. Bore generally good with rifling showing small, dark spots. Walnut shoulder stock shows scattered small scratches and handling marks. Smooth crisp action. Case has exterior wear including tattered and torn edges. Repaired straps and one detached brass corner. Case interior shows heavy wear with torn dividers and damage from contact with revolver hammer. 50639-1 DS (5,000-10,000) – Lot 4469

4470
$4,542.50

SMITH & WESSON NEW MODEL #3 TARGET SINGLE ACTION REVOLVER IN 32-44 GALLERY CALIBER.

SN 27997. Cal. 32-44 GALLERY. 6-1/2″ bbl. Full blue finish. 2-pc checkered hard rubber grips with S&W medallion. Bbl shows correct 2-line Smith & Wesson address and patent mark on top. Frame has SN stamped on butt. SN is also marked on rear of bbl top strap, latch, and rear face of cyl. Grips were not removed because of loose escutcheon in right grip. Bbl has target sights which are correct for this model. Accompanying this revolver is a letter from Smith & Wesson Historian, Roy G. Jinks, that states this revolver was manufactured in 1889 but was open on the records therefore there is no shipping information available. He also states that this revolver was in a group of 50 units, that were completed as target models in both .32-44 and .38-44 calibers. CONDITION: Excellent, as refinished. Revolver shows a professionally re-blued finish overall, with sharp markings and very few handling marks. Bore is dark with visible rifling. Cyl shows rough marks on face rear surface. Chambers are dark. Cyl has a slight drag-mark around rear periphery. Forcing cone of bbl shows pitting under boot. Hammer shows what appears to be generous amount of orig case coloring. Trigger guard also shows a generous amount of case color. Trigger shows a very generous amount of straw color. Grips are fine, slightly under-sized at front strap. Right escutcheon is loose as noted preventing removal of grips. A very attractive Smith & Wesson # 3 New Model Target with professionally restoration. 51033-67 TEP (2,000-4,000) – Lot 4470

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4471
$20,125.00

EXCEPTIONAL PETER KUNTZ FLINTLOCK ENGRAVED KENTUCKY RIFLE.

SN NSN. Cal. 45. This beautifully preserved Kentucky rifle has a 43-1/2″ full oct smooth bore cal 45 bbl. Although unsigned the rifle is unquestionably the product of the Lehigh County gunsmith Peter Kuntz. The orig flint London Warranted lock has a roller frizzen. Peter Kuntz was the brother of Jacob Kuntz, two of Eastern Pennsylvania’s most famous gunsmiths. The 4-pc patchbox is magnificently engraved featuring an English Bull Mastiff barking at a bird perched atop a tree. The patchbox finial design depicts a fully plumed eagle resting on a Nautilus shell along with one piercing where wood is exposed, true Americana in form. The brass cheekpiece inlay is in the form of a rising sun with a lunette shape above it forming a natural piercing. The engraving on the rifle’s patchbox, cheek inlay, thumbpiece inlay, toe plate and side plate approach the quality of engraving of his more famous brother whose work is on display in New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art. This is an exceptional quality early 19th century rifle that demonstrates the high quality of skill exhibited by Eastern Pennsylvania’s Kuntz family of gunsmiths. This rifle was awarded the silver medal for “Best Non-Carved Rifle” at the 2003 Kentucky Rifle Show. You will not find a higher condition Kentucky rifle that has survived for nearly 2 centuries in such remarkable condition. PROVENANCE: Ex-Steve Hench Collection. CONDITION: Bbl retains most of its orig thinning brown finish with pitting around breech. Lock is in matching condition to bbl with pitting in central section where gun was fired; protected areas still show orig bright finish. Brass mounts retain a mix of smooth mustard colored patinas with crisp engraving, well fit into beautifully grained maple stock which retains most of its orig varnished finish. This rifle is practically in work bench condition showing only minor handling marks from nearly two centuries of careful handling. 50412-80 JS (20,000-30,000) – Lot 4471

4472
$10,925.00

CURLY MAPLE FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE BY JACOB ALBRIGHT.

SN NSN. Cal. 45. This beautiful PA made rifle has overall length of 56″, 4-1/2″ buttplate. 40-1/2″ oct rifled bbl signed “J. Alb”. The bbl is held to the stock by 4 bbl wedges. This gun has a 4-pc brass patchbox with 8 piercings, 3″ brass toe plate and a flat brass 3-3/4″ horned wearplate. There is a silver 8-pointed hunter’s star inlay above the cheekpiece. There are 8 silver inlays decorating the forestock and an oval silver thumb piece inlay. There are an additional 7 silver inlays in buttstock. The flint lock is unmarked, single set trigger. Striped maple stock is relief carved rear of cheekpiece and incise carved below and forward. Incise carving also found on forestock above rear thimble. Jacob Albright worked in Center County, PA, after 1802. Jacob Albright Jr., was born in Mifflin County, PA, in 1803 where he worked until 1830 after which he relocated to Wooster, OH. CONDITION: Very good overall as restored. Bbl is gray, cleaned overall with scattered staining and pitting. Frizzen, pan and hammer appear as later additions having much less wear than remainder of gun. Stock appears orig with several crack repairs around lock and forestock with several insets of wood. Mechanically sound with sharp rifling in bore. 50669-3 JS (8,000-12,000) – Lot 4472

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4473
$9,775.00

RARE AND HISTORICAL HAPPOLDT, CHARLESTON PERCUSSION CONVERSION OF SILVER MOUNTED FLINTLOCK RIFLE OF FAMOUS COLONIAL SOUTH CAROLINIAN JOHN E. COLHOUN.

SN NSN. Cal. 46. 51″ overall, 34″ oct bbl. This is a most unusual half-stock that is described in a 1935 WPA narrative, part of Roosevelt’s New Deal on Rural Life. (Adapted by Nancy Rhyne, from the WPA files at the Caroliniana Library, University of South Carolina, Columbia), “It was in the year 1885, or thereabouts, that James H. Williams, one of Greenville’s venerable and beloved men operated a hardware store on Main Street in Greenville. One morning a mountaineer came in and said he wanted to swap an old rifle for one of them guns that load at the hind end. Williams examined the rifle and was amazed to find a silver plate upon the stock on which was engraved the name John E. Calhoun. Williams examined the gun and came to the conclusion that it was, of course, the property of John C. Calhoun’s father-in-law, for he married his cousin Floride Calhoun, the daughter of John Ewing Calhoun, who lived at his great house called “Keowee,” located on a high hill at the confluence of the Keowee River and Twelve Mile Creek, forming the Seneca River. The old home was burned many years earlier. After the gun swap, a rifle enthusiast came forth and declared that the John Ewing Calhoun gun was either made in Charleston, or perhaps by a gunsmith of Pendleton, a Mr. Happolt, who was famed for his guns. Some of the older citizens prized their Happoldt rifles and it was not difficult to them to visualize the master of Keowee sauntering forth with this old gun for the hunt. Game was plentiful and hunting was excellent in those days when men took time to enjoy real life at home. One wonders how this gun passed into a mountaineer’s hands. Bought perhaps at a sale of Calhoun property, maybe its life was not always peaceful. Perhaps its crack meant death of some dweller of the hills in some one of the long feuds. Who knows? Regardless, the gun remained in Greenville for many years, and it was the subject of much speculation.” The lock on this rifle is stamped “B.G. HAPPOLDT” who was the son of famous Charleston gunsmith John M. Happoldt (1802-1881). Benjamin George Happoldt (1828-1887) is listed in Charleston city directories for only 3 years as a gunsmith, 1849-1852 when he no doubt utilized the coin silver patch box, buttplate, trigger guard, lock escutcheon, and ramrod thimble, from silver mounted flintlock rifle. Patchbox is engraved “J.E. COLHOUN / PENDLETON So Ca 1785”. We have little doubt that this inscription is original and dates from 1785 when John Ewing Colhoun (1849-1802) was elected a member of the South Carolina Privy Council and Commissioner of confiscated estates. The Revolutionary War had just ended and administration of confiscated British property was important to the finances of our New Republic and State of South Carolina. Please refer to provenance for Colhoun’s full biography. The silver furniture utilized by Happoldt is clearly from the late 18th century and so similar in style to early, especially Southern rifles; rarely are seen patchboxes with captured lids, but several are known, none identical to this, but others are also unique. Benjamin Happoldt no doubt remounted this gun about 1850, utilizing the same style die markings as found on Happoldt derringer and dueling pistols of same era. This gun is untouched and as found, other than the early silver furniture that all has identical engraved thin “curtain border” edge designs, the stock lock and bbl are of Happoldt’s manufacture. The walnut stock and checkering is so reminiscent of Happoldt duelers. This is a wonderful percussion rifle, no doubt made for one of Colhoun’s children from their fathers silver mounted rifle, 50 years after he died while a senator from South Carolina. PROVENANCE: John Ewing Colhoun, Pendleton, SC 1785; James H. Williams, Greenville, SC 1885; Family of current consignor. CONDITION: Fine overall. Silver has silver oxidized patina and some small scratches, with crevices with remains of old polishing compound like seen on so many old silver family heirlooms. Stock is sound and very well fit with hand worn patina and sharp edges. Mechanically gun is functional, though set trigger does not function correctly. Lock and breech are silver/gray with traces of finish. Makers stamp is dbl struck, orig stamped upside down, no doubt orig. Bbl has crisp discernible rifling and is dark brown/plum overall with areas of staining. Wood ramrod appears orig with threaded iron end for worm and brass collar at tip. 51064-1 JS (7,000-9,000) – Lot 4473

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4474
$5,750.00

RARE “CONRAD HORN” SWIVEL BREECH FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE.

SN NSN. Cal. 38. Conrad Horn was well known for his swivel breech rifles, circa 1840-1860, most notably in percussion. Flint is definitely a rare anomaly. This gun has 33″ full oct bbls. One smooth bore; the other with 7 lands and grooves. The gun has sgl set trigger, brass mounted with long, engraved comb inlay and long floorplate. Conrad Horn along with his brother William, were gunsmiths located in Hazelton, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. CONDITION: Very fine mechanically including swivel lock. Highly figured tiger stripe maple stock is very fine with small period repair above lock. Gun appears original with restored hammer, frizzen and pans. Markings are very discernible. Brass has even mustard patina while barrels are a pleasant plum brown. 50669-2 (5,000-8,000) – Lot 4474

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4475
$3,450.00

EARLY 19TH CENTURY LEHIGH COUNTY PENNSYLVANIA FLINTLOCK LONG RIFLE.

SN NSN. Cal. 41. 59-1/2″ overall. 43-3/4″ fully oct bbl. Maple stock with carved cheek piece with incised lines cut near base of comb and forward on forestock, brass mounted and patchbox. Lock marked “J. DEMUTH”. No other markings. Attractive Lehigh gun. CONDITION: Very good overall. Reconverted from percussion to flint with cock, frizzen, pan and spring are replaced. Metal is brown/grey overall. Stock is solid with well fit brass hardware. Most of an old varnish remains. Ramrod restored with brass tip. No discernible rifling. Will not hold on half-cock. 50451-1 JS (1,500-2,500) – Lot 4475

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