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2380
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$2,070.00 |
Revised: 3/9/2018
Please Note: There was a typographical error. The estimate should be $1,500-$2,500. RARE WWII ERA USN DIVER’S KNIFE COMMEMORATING THE GREATEST SUBMARINE RESCUE IN AMERICAN HISTORY OF “DIVER 1ST CLASS F.H. O’KEEFE, USN”.Rare Navy divers knife made by “MFD. BY BATTERYLESS TEL. EQUIP. CO. INC. / PITTSBURGH, PA.” 6-15/16″ sturdy, double edged blade with saw teeth on top. Screw-in solid brass sheath inscribed “SQUALUS SALVAGE UNIT/ MAY 23, 1939 /TO / F. H. O’KEEFE, COX..USN / DIVER FIRST CLASS”. The rescue of the USS Squalus in 250 feet of water was an unprecedented Navy rescue that would result in four Congressional Medals of Honor, 46 Navy Crosses and a Distinguished Service Medal. Since 1921, almost 1,000 men had died in submarine accidents; no rescue attempt had ever succeeded until this operation. The provenance on line should be read of the heroic action involving this ship. PROVENANCE: The spectacular collections of Ray Bentley featuring the finest and rarest deluxe antique Winchesters in the world. CONDITION: Fine overall. Appears unused. Brass sheath retaining much of its orig burnished bright finish with freckling. 53094-161 (1,500-2,500) – Lot 2380 Click here to view provenance |
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2443
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$8,050.00 |
Revised: 3/15/2018
Please Note: This Winchester Model 65 has been upgraded to deluxe with fancy deluxe-style checkered stock and forend. It is not a factory Winchester Model 65 Deluxe. *RARE WINCHESTER MODEL 65 DELUXE RIFLE WITH BOLT PEEP SIGHT.SN 1005611. Cal. 218 BEE. 24″ rnd bbl, half magazine, full blue finish. Nicely figured American walnut stocks with checkered pistol grip and forearm. Pistol grip is capped. Checkered steel shotgun buttplate. Bbl shows Winchester Model and Cal. designation marked at the left breech with the Winchester address on the right. Front sight is hooded and mounted on a ramp. Rear sight mortise has been plugged with no evidence of a rear sight having been mounted. “WP” proofs are struck on bbl breech and receiver ring. SN is stamped on froward bottom of receiver. Upper tang is marked “WINCHESTER / TRADEMARK”/ MADE IN USA”. CONDITION: Very fine. Bbl retains 95% orig blue finish that has drifted to a plum patina toward the muzzle. Markings are sharp. Front sight is very good. Bore is bright with strong rifling. Receiver also retains 95% orig blue with only a few handling marks and no carry wear. Hammer and lever both retain most of the blue finish. Loading gate also retains most of the fire blue. Stocks are fine, full sized, retaining most of the orig varnish finish and only minuscule handling marks. Buttplate retains most of the blue finish, as does the forend cap. Mechanics are crisp. This is an opportunity to obtain an extremely rare, deluxe Model 64 Winchester rifle, one of only 5704 made. 53080-45 TEP (4,500-6,500) C&R – Lot 2443 |
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3043
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$575.00 |
Revised: 3/13/2018
Please Note: Additional Information : At the time of its Factory Refinishing in Jan. 1959, the barrel was also replaced as indicated by an “O” marking alongside the serial number on the barrel flat. *SMITH & WESSON .38 HAND EJECTOR, MILITARY & POLICE FIRST MODEL WITH FACTORY LETTER.SN 1903. Cal. 38 Spcl. Scarce target version with full nickel finish. 5-screw action with pinned bbl. Bbl is 6-1/2″ rnd with square cut blade front sight and U notch adjustable rear sight. 6-shot fluted cylinder. Nickel finish with case colored hammer and trigger. Rnd butt pearl grips have gold S&W medallions. Frame and bbl have matching SN’s. In continuous production since 1899, the current version of this famed revolver is known as the Model 10. Includes S&W factory letter signed by historian Roy G. Jinks. Letter states this revolver was shipped on April 24, 1900 to Kinco, Maine. PROVENANCE: The collection of Robert Roughton. CONDITION: Very good condition, Factory refurbished in January 1959. Retaining over 95% nickel finish. Hammer and trigger retain 95% case colors. Right grip panel is chipped at bottom of frame. Mechanics needs attention; Cylinder bolt lacks proper spring tension. Bore is dark with general pitting. Some chambers show spots of pitting. 53079-4 (1,500-2,000) C&R – Lot 3043 |
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3073
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$6,210.00 |
Revised: 3/21/2018
Please Note: The last 5″ of b lade replaced with welded repair. RARE AND UNIQUE AMERICAN EAGLE POMMEL ARTILLERY OFFICER’S SWORD WITH ARTICULATED CANNON CROSS GUARD.This unique Spies, NY marked sword has Damascene quill back 28-3/4″ blade. Carved ivory grip, eagle head pommel, fine engraved gilded scabbard with Liberty cap and American Indian. The unique and most unusual feature of this sword is the cannon barrel cross guard on partial carriage with articulating wheels. This is the only example that we are aware and most likely custom made. CONDITION: Very good to fine overall. Blade is overall grey with staining and pinprick pitting showing clear Damascene patterns, etched “SPIES”. Scabbard throat has unusual arc which precisely fits the underside of the carriage cross guard with the still turnable gilded carriage wheels. Scabbard and hilt retain about 80% of their orig gold plate with sharp engraved panels. Carved ivory grip has several hairlines with hand worn patina. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Please read the Conditions of Sale, section 15, for more information regarding the Endangered Species Act, and your responsibilities as a buyer. 52865-21 JS (4,000-6,000) ESA – Lot 3073 |
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3131
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$0.00 |
Revised: 3/15/2018
Please Note: There is a typographical error. Estimate should be $6,000-$8,000. UNUSUAL OVER-UNDER FLINTLOCK PISTOL BY SMITH OF LONDON.NSN. Cal. 50 cal. Integral 4″ bbl/ breech/ breech iron group, with platinum touch holes and gold band at breech end, is engraved “SMITH LONDON” on top flat. Bottom flat is marked “7K-S 1010”. Locks with very unusual external mainsprings which double as frizzen springs connect to small reinforced cocks with swivels. Locks also feature sliding safeties, waterproof pans, and bridled frizzens. Locks are engraved with feather borders, and some scroll. Steel trigger guard has shield and floral engraving on bow. Well marbled European walnut stock with checkered bag grip, has steel cap with screw-in loading rod. CONDITION: Good. Metal parts retain essentially all of a fine of the period English refinish. Stock shows wear. Mechanically fine. 53214-1 (4,000-6,000) – Lot 3131 |
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3165
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$7,475.00 |
Revised: 3/22/2018
Please Note: Upon closer examination the guns are professionally restore *EXCEPTIONALLY FINE, BAKERS PATENT EASY OPENING E. J. CHURCHILL PREMIERE GRADE XXV SIDELOCK EJECTOR SHOTGUN WITH ORIGINAL LONG LENGTH OF PULL.SN 5158. (1935) Cal. 12 ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. 25″ Chopper lump bbls with makers name and address on tops are fitted with Churchill type matted rib. Gun is “2” of a pair. Case hardened sidelock action with automatic safety and double triggers is of Bakers patent (12-20) easy opening type, and is fully engraved with nicely cut shaded scroll within scroll borders. Well fiddle figured straight grip stock measures 15-3/4″ over thin black Decelerator pad. Splinter ejector forend has Anson release, and interior of iron is gold inlaid “Churchill” “Premiere Model” and SN. Bore diameter: left -.729, right – .729. Bore restrictions: left – .019 (mod), right – .009 (IC). Wall thickness: left – .029, right – .026. Drop at heel: 2-7/16″, drop at comb: 1-7/16″. Cast: approx 1/4 off. Weight: 6 lbs.5 oz. LOP: 15-3/4″. CONDITION: Excellent, mostly original. Bbls retain over 95% orig blue. Action and lockplates have 80 – 90% orig color. Trigger guard and top lever re-blued. Screwheads have new temper blue. Stocks have nearly all of what appears to be their orig finish, checkering cleaned. Bores are excellent. Mechanically excellent. A fine top-of-the-line Churchill. 53051-3 MGM (5,000-8,000) – Lot 3165 |
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3166
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$5,175.00 |
Revised: 3/22/2018
Please Note: Upon closer examination the guns are professionally restored. *EXCEPTIONALLY FINE, BAKERS PATENT EASY OPENING E. J. CHURCHILL PREMIERE GRADE (BEST) XXV SIDELOCK EJECTOR SHOTGUN WITH ORIGINAL LONG LENGTH OF PULL WITH MAKERS TWO-GUN CASE.SN 5157. (1935) Cal. 12 ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. 25″ Chopper lump bbls with makers name and address on tops are fitted with Churchill type matted rib. Gun is “1” of a pair. Case hardened sidelock action with automatic safety and double triggers is of Bakers patent (12-20) easy opening type, and is fully engraved with nicely cut shaded scroll within scroll borders. Well fiddle figured straight grip stock measures 15-3/4″ over thin black Decelerator pad. Splinter ejector forend has Anson release, and interior of iron is gold inlaid “Churchill” “Premiere Model” and SN. Bore diameter: left -.730, right – .730. Bore restrictions: left – .012 (lt mod), right – .012 (lt mod). Wall thickness: left – .028, right – .028. Drop at heel: 2-3/8″, drop at comb: 1-3/8″. Cast: approx 3/8 off. Weight: 6 lbs. 4 oz. LOP: 15-3/4″. Gun is housed in makers VC two gun leather case, with two separate compartments, separated by divider which has celluloid labels. CONDITION: Excellent, mostly original. Bbls retain over 95% orig blue. Action and lockplates have 80 – 90% orig color. Trigger guard and top lever re-blued. Screwheads have new temper blue. Stocks have nearly all of what appears to be their orig finish, checkering cleaned. Bores are excellent. Mechanically excellent. Case is good. A fine top-of-the-line Churchill. 53051-2 MGM (5,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 3166 |
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3192
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$1,610.00 |
Revised: 3/13/2018
Please Note: The caliber is 6.5×54 (rimless) not 6.5x54R (rimmed) as stated in the catalog. *MANNLICHER SCHOENAUER 1903 FULL STOCK CARBINE.SN 14784. Cal. 6.5 x 54R. 18-1/2″ tapered rnd bbl with flip-up and fixed rear sight and ramp blade front sight. Mounted with Leupold M8-2.5X Compact scope. Dbl set triggers. Full length stock checkered in 3-point pattern at forearm and grip. Steel pistol gripcap, cheekpiece on left side of stock and 13-7/8″ LOP from front trigger. Top of action is marked “PATENT / MANNLICHER / SCHOENAUER / 1903”. Sling swivels with Beeman leather sling currently mounted. All visible SNs match. WEIGHT: 7lbs 13oz with scope and sling. CONDITION: Fine, bbl retains 95% orig blue as does action. Stock is very good with scattered scratches and hunting bumps and retains about 90% of its orig finish, checkering has thinned slightly. Bore is very good with minor frosting in grooves. Mechanics are fine. 53051-21 JSL (1,500-2,500) C&R – Lot 3192 |
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3199
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$9,200.00 |
Revised: 3/9/2018
Please Note: This lot is accompanied by a 1993 dated A.H. Fox Factory Letter confirming the gun’s grade and configuration with ship date Oct. 23, 1923 to Von Lengerke and Antoine, Chicago, IL. *PHILADELPHIA A. H. FOX XE SHOTGUN.SN 25832. (1923) Cal. 12 ga. 2-5/8″ Chambers. 30″ Bbls with narrow, matted rib, are marked “CHROMOX FLUID COMPRESSED STEEL” and “MADE BY A.H. FOX GUN Co. PHILA. PA. U.S.A.” on tops, twin ivory beads. Breech ends are engraved with 2″ flourishes of large open shaded scrolled acanthus. Bbl flats are stamped with SN, grade, and Fox proof. Outer edges of flats and cocking slide, are damascened. Case hardened action with rebated back features automatic safety and Kautzky single selective trigger in rear position. Action is engraved in typical second generation “X” style with large shaded stylized oak leaves and acorns surrounding oval vignettes of flying quail on each side under “ANSLEY H. FOX”. Bottom of action depicts a fox in mountainous background. Well marbled and nicely figured European walnut capped pistol grip buttstock measures 14″ over leather faced Silver type pad. Side panels are checkered and checkering at grip is in semi-fancy backed modified point pattern. Attenuated splinter ejector forend has inset ebony tip and Deeley type release. Bore diameter: left-.728, right -.729. Bore restrictions: left -.039 (full), right -.042 (full). Minimum wall thickness: left -.035, right -.025. Drop at heel: 2-5/8″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 7 lbs. 6 oz. LOP: 14″. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining a high percentage of orig finish on wood and metal, bbls over 85% blue, with a few minor marks and scratches, action over 90% vivid color, thinning and silvering on bottom and sharp edges, stocks most of their orig finish, grain somewhat raised. Checkering is slightly worn. Both stocks have a number of marks and scratches. Forend has considerable denting toward tip. There are some light chips behind action tang on buttstock. Bores are very fine, with some light frosting, and a couple of inconsequential raised dents on bottom of left bbl. Action is tight. Ejectors are in time. Trigger works well. This is a fine old high grade Fox. Special Note: This item(s) contains plant or animal properties that may be covered by the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Please read the Conditions of Sale, section 15, for more information regarding the Endangered Species Act, and your responsibilities as a buyer. 53131-1 MGM (4,500-7,500) C&R; ESA – Lot 3199 |
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3203
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$4,025.00 |
Revised: 3/13/2018
Please Note: Good News: The serial number should read 124973. The Parker Gun Id & Serialization book confirms this SN as a Grade 3 Hammerless 16 ga, straight grip with 26″ Damascus barrels. *DANDY PARKER DH GRADE 16 GAUGE SHOTGUN.SN 124793. Cal. 16 ga. 25-15/16″ (orig length) Damascus bbls. 2-1/2″ chambers. #1 frame. Choke mod/full. Full length matted top rib with white plastic mid and front beads. Usual rib inscription. Double triggers, extractors, auto safety. Straight grip buttstock checkered in 3-point pattern with tear drop behind action. 13-7/8″ LOP over orig Parker skeleton butt. Silver oval near toe engraved “1904” in fancy pattern. Splinter forearm checkered in standard DH pattern with Deeley release and steel tip. Receiver is nicely engraved in typical early D grade pattern with setter on right, pointer on left surrounded by flowing scroll engraving. All visible SNs match. Bore diameter: left – .670, right – .667. Bore restrictions: left – .032 (full), right – .014 (mod). Wall thickness: left – .020, right – .021. Drop at heel: 2-1/2″, drop at comb: 1-1/2″. Weight: 6 lbs 15 oz. PROVENANCE: Daryl Middlebrook Collection. CONDITION: Very good. BBls retain more than 90% orig Damascus pattern starting to thin on left tube near grip area and breech end. Receiver has gone gray as has long tang trigger guard although engraving is still crisp. Buttstock and forearm are very good, checkering has lightly thinned and stocks retain most of what is likely a factory restored finish with only minor handling marks. Mechanics are crisp. Bores are bright and shiny with very minor beginning erosion. According to the Parker story this is one of 60 made with original 26″ bbls. 53098-23 JSL (2,500-3,750) C&R – Lot 3203 |
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3210
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$13,800.00 |
Revised: 3/13/2018
Please Note: There was a typographical error in the catalog description. It is a 28 gauge as noted in the title AND Additional Information: DAC: 1-5/8″, DAH: 2-3/4″. RIGHT BBL: Bore = .553; Choke = .025; Thickness = .028. LEFT BBL: Bore = .550; Choke = .025; Thickness = 0.27 *FABULOUS AND RARE ALL ORIGINAL PARKER VH 28 GAUGE DOUBLE SHOTGUN.SN 158793. Cal. 20 ga. 30″ Vulcan Steel bbls. 2-7/8″ chambers. #0 frame. Full length matted top rib with steel front bead. Double triggers, extractors, auto safety. Straight grip buttstock checkered in 2-point pattern with 13-7/8″ LOP over orig Parker Bros. DHBP. Splinter forearm with Deeley release and steel tip. Case colored receiver is zigzag border engraved and marked Parker Bros. on sides. All visible SN match. WEIGHT: 6lb 2 oz. PROVENANCE: Daryl Middlebrook Collection. CONDITION: Fine and appears totally orig, honest, and completely untouched. Bbls retain approximately 90% orig blued finish with some spotting and beginning erosion particularly on right tube towards muzzle and on left side of rib towards muzzle. Receiver retains at least 70% gorgeous original case color. Buttstock and forearm are excellent and retain 95% orig finish with beautiful open pores and finish opening up on butt. Mechanics are crisp. Bores are bright and shiny. According to the Parker story there are only 79 in this configuration and only approximately 5% have straight grips, confirming this gun as an extremely rare Parker. This is an extremely rare Parker in this condition and the quintessential Parker dove gun if there ever was one! 53098-21 JSL (6,500-11,000) C&R – Lot 3210 |
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3246
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$9,200.00 |
Revised: 3/13/2018
Please Note: Caliber is .22 WMR, not .22 WRF as stated in the catalog. *EXCEPTIONAL WINCHESTER MODEL 61 DELUXE SLIDE ACTION RIFLE IN ORIGINAL BOX.SN 315121. Cal. 22 WRF. 24″ rnd bbl, 7/8 magazine, full blue finish, highly figured checkered walnut stocks with pistol grip and Winchester hard rubber buttplate. Bbl shows Winchester trademark, model designation and Cal. mark rolled on left breech behind rear sight. “WP” proof is struck on top of bbl and receiver. SN appears on bottom forward part of frame with matching number stamped on adjacent trigger guard. Right side of receiver is marked “WINCHESTER / TRADEMARK” and is filled with red ink. Stocks are highly figured crotch grain American walnut. Pistol grip and forend are both checkered in a “Fleur-des-lis” pattern. Buttplate shows Winchester logo. Lot includes orig cardboard shipping box with end label describing features as “SPECIAL DELUXE”. CONDITION: Very fine. Rifle appears nearly new in box without any evidence of having been fired. Markings are all sharp. Red lettering on receiver is slightly washed out. Magazine tube has two small scratches near receiver. Rifle was not assembled. Stocks are very fine with sharp checkering and no evidence of assembly. Box is very good and has craft paper lining. An opportunity to obtain a wonderful Model 61 Deluxe Magnum rifle in nearly new condition. 53080-53 TEP (6,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 3246 Click here to view provenance |
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3268
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$3,737.50 |
Revised: 3/13/2018
Please Note: Additional Information from Consignor: This is a Gallery Firearm and has a Pyramid Loading Port. *EXTRAORDINARY WINCHESTER MODEL 62A SLIDE ACTION RIFLE IN ORIGINAL WINCHESTER BOX.SN 357295. Cal. 22 SHORT. 23″ rnd bbl, 3/4 magazine, full blue finish, straight grain American walnut stocks with Winchester hard rubber buttplate. Bbl shows Winchester address, trademark, model and Cal. designation rolled on left sight by rear sight. “WP” proof is stamped on top of bbl and receiver. SN appears on bottom front of frame and lower tang. Box contains craft paper wrap and Winchester hang tag. Box has end label SNd to this rifle. CONDITION: Extremely fine. This rifle is nearly new and shows no evidence of ever having been assembled. Close inspection shows 99.99% orig blue finish with no apparent mars. Markings are sharp and clear. Stocks are extremely fine with no apparent handling marks. Box is very good, intact. End label is clean. A chance to own a Winchester Model 62A rifle that would be almost impossible improve upon. 53080-57 TEP (2,250-3,250) C&R – Lot 3268 |
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3270
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$4,600.00 |
Revised: 3/13/2018
Please Note: Additional Information from Consignor: This is a Gallery Firearm and has a Pyramid Loading Port. *HIGHLY DESIRABLE WINCHESTER MODEL 62 “SPECIAL” SLIDE ACTION RIFLE IN ORIGINAL WINCHESTER CARDBOARD SHIPPING BOX.SN 388432. Cal. 22 SHORT. 23″ rnd bbl, 3/4 magazine, full blue finish, straight grain American walnut stocks with grooved forearm and hard rubber Winchester buttplate. Bbl shows Winchester address, trademark, model and Cal. designation rolled on left side by rear sight. “WP” proof is struck on top of bbl and receiver. Receiver is marked “WINCHESTER / TRADEMARK” in red letters on right side. SN is struck on forward bottom part of receiver and on lower tang. Numbers match. Box contains instruction sheet and Winchester hang tag. End label is numbered to this gun and is marked “SPECIAL”. CONDITION: Extremely fine. Rifle retains 99.999% of orig blue finish. Operating arm shows a slight scratch. Receiver still has packing grease. All markings are sharp and clear. Rifle was not assembled. Stocks show no apparent handling marks. Box is very good, intact. End label is clean and intact. Your chance to purchase a Model 62A Winchester “Special” in a condition that is nearly impossible to improve upon. 53080-56 TEP (2,250-3,250) C&R – Lot 3270 |
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3291
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$1,035.00 |
Revised: 3/15/2018
Please Note: This lot is a Scarce Browning Auto-22 rifle in Caliber .22 Short, not a Shotgun as indicated in the title. *SCARE EARLY BROWNING SEMI AUTO 22 IN .22 SHORT CALIPER SHOTGUN.SN A9622. Cal. 22. 22″ round bbl with early wheel sight and marked on left side “22 SHORT SMOKELESS”. Receiver is light scroll and floral engraved. Buttstock checkered in 2-point pattern with serrated lined early steel BP. All visible SN match. WEIGHT: 4lbs 14oz. CONDITION: Very good as field used. BBl retains app 90% orig blued finish as does receiver with some minor toning. Buttstock and forearm are very good with scattered light marks and scratches and some finish added. Forearm with finish losses and more significant scratching on sides. Mechanics are functional. Bore is very good. 53080-2 TEP (650-950) C&R – Lot 3291 |
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3389
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$2,875.00 |
Revised: 3/19/2018
Please Note: Pistol serial number 3750 has a refinished barrel. *WALTHER TARGET PISTOL COLLECTOR’S LOT.1) WALTHER 1932. SN 3750. Cal. 22LR cal. 7-1/2″ bbl. This exact pistol is pictured on pg 91 of Walther Volume II by James L. Rankin, described on pg 89. This gun is also featured on pg 58 of Walther Volume III, by James L. Rankin, described on pg 57. The front sight is adjustable for elevation. Standard markings on gun. Crown/N commercial proofs. Walther banner is marked on both sides of the grips and mag floor plate. Checkered wood grips. Proper mag. This gun is described as a Special Stoeger Model. PROVENANCE: Ex James L. Rankin collection. The esteemed collection of noted expert and author Warren Buxton. CONDITION: Fine with most of the finish and some light handling marks. Markings are clear. Slide hold open catch on left side of frame needs attention. Fine bore with sharp rifling. There is a crack running down the length of the left side at the rear of the grip. Mechanics are functional. C&R 2) WALTHER 1936. SN 4816O. Cal. 22. 9-3/8″ bbl. Standard markings. Crown N commercial prewar proofs. Checkered wood grips. Matching SN’s on slide, frame and proper wood bottom mag. Mag has “E. Sohngen” tastefully scratched into the spine. PROVENANCE: The esteemed collection of noted expert and author Warren Buxton. CONDITION: Fine with finish wear on high points and average handling marks. All markings clear. Grips are very good with minor dings and handling marks. Bore is fine with sharp rifling. Mechanics are fine. C&R3) WALTHER 1932 OLYMPIA. SN 3949. Cal. 22LR. 7-1/2″ bbl. Standard markings. Crown N proofs on right side. Checkered wood grip. Mag marked 68 on right side. Accompanied by soft leather slip case. PROVENANCE: The esteemed collection of noted expert and author Warren Buxton. CONDITION: Fine with light handling marks. Some dings at chamber end of bbl. Grips are fine with sharp checkering, light handling marks, standard crack at top rear left corner. Fine mechanical function. Pouch is dirty, good usable condition. ; C&R 53005-30, 53005-54, 53005-137 (3,500-4,500) – Lot 3389 |
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3431
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$4,887.50 |
Revised: 3/19/2018
Please Note: Upon closer examination, we discovered that this is totally refinished and is not a factory finish as described in the catalog. *COLT MODEL 1911-A1 SERVICE MODEL ACE PISTOL WITH FACTORY LETTER.SN SM819. Cal. 22 LR. 5″ bbl, full blue finish. 2-pc checkered walnut grips. Adjustable rear sight. SN is stamped on right side of frame above trigger. Left side of slide shows 2-line Colt address and patent mark. Right side of slide is marked “COLT SERVICE MODEL ACE .22 LONG RIFLE”. Magazine is of the 2-tone variety. Base is marked “COLT ACE 22 LR”. Accompanying this pistol is Colt factory letter confirming features and showing shipment to Abercrombie & Fitch Co, New York, on November 17, 1938, in a one gun shipment. CONDITION: Very fine. Slide retains 95% orig bright blue finish with some slight muzzle wear. Temper marks are evident. All markings are sharp and clear. Rear sight is excellent. Bore is bright with sharp rifling. Frame retains 95% plus bright blue finish, as does grip safety and other small parts. Mechanics are crisp. Grips are sharp with only one small dent on the left panel. A very fine example of a Service Model Ace Colt shipped in 1938. 52882-7 TEP (4,000-8,000) C&R – Lot 3431 |
